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    and software applications included with your system.  View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer.  View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. Page 1
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    Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features.  Unpacking your Computer  Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Page 2
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    and specifications of your computer. It also includes information on the applications included with your system, how to contact software vendors, and solve common problems. To access the online User Guide: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help
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    information: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help And Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. Locate the link in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with a utility program
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    to support the computer and windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness. Page
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    location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. To view the specific connection capabilities for your system, see the online specifications sheet.  About the Front Panel  About the Back Panel  About the Remote Control  About the Keyboard Page 6
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    About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. On certain models, the front panel also provides access to Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder jacks and ports, a Memory Stick media slot and the Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK®
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    is red when the computer is placed in Stand by mode. 8 Optical drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical drives. 9 Hard disk drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk. 10 S-video In jack
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    IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. Page 9
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    1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for a PS/2 keyboard. 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner. 5 Monitor port1 Connection for a standard display. Page 10
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    video In jack Connection for a digital video or stereo A/V dubbing cable (optional). S-video In jack Connection for an S-video cable (optional). 11 Telephone jack Connection for a telephone cable (optional) to the computer. 12 Speaker DC Out jack Connection for the speaker power cable. Page
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    out port Connection for a digital audio or optical device. 14 Ethernet port Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-TX Ethernet. (The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.) 15 TV Out (S-Video/video) jack3 Connection for an S-video cable (optional). 16 Monitor (DVI
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    video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. This section describes the basic functions of your remote control. Rem ote control 1 MUTE button Press to turn off the sound. Press again to restore the sound. 2 Channel number buttons (1-9) Press to select specific
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    DVDs. See the DVD player software instructions for details. 8 CANCEL button When using Giga Pocket software, press to close an error message dialog box. The window returns to its original size when displayed in full-screen mode. (Note: This function is not available for other software.) Page
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    is selected with the Menu button, press to switch from the TV/recording deck to the playback deck. When using SonicStage software, plress to change from the music drive (hard disk drive) to the CD. 12 CHANNEL button Press to change channels automatically (no number input required). (Note
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    playback. Press again to minimize the window. See the DVD player software for details. When using Giga Pocket software, press to display Video Capsule listings. When using SonicStage software, press to display Playlists. When using VAIO Media software, press to display the main menu. 17 Direction
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    Under normal use, the AA batteries may last up to six months. If your remote control does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be replaced. If your remote control is not being used for extended periods of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. Page 17
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    menu in certain software applications. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button. Windows The key with the Microsoft® Windows® logo, displays the Start menu. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking Start on the taskbar. INDICATORS FUNCTION Num Lock Page 18 The Num
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    advise you that your screen's scrolling pattern has changed. When the indicator is off, the screen scrolls normally. This function is not available with all software applications. Page 19
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    specifications sheet for your system's specific hardware configuration.  Connecting a Display (Monitor)  Connecting the Speakers  Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse  Connecting the Telephone and Modem cables  Connecting the Power Cords  Turning On Your Computer  Registering your Computer Page
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    a Display (Monitor) 1. Plug the display's cable into the monitor port. 2. If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of the display. To connect a display To connect a DVI display Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency. Page 21
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    of your computer. 3. Plug the jack end (yellow) of the speaker power cable into the DC In jack (yellow) on the back of the right speaker. 4. Plug the jack end (black) of the speaker power cable into the DC Out jack located on the back panel of your computer. To connect the speakers Page 22
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    into the mouse port on the back of the computer. To connect the keyboard and m ouse To use an optical mouse An optical mouse requires an ideal surface texture in order to provide precision pointing and tracking.  Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive
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    wall jack. 2. Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the Modem line jack, located on the back panel of your computer 3. Plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack. To connect the telephone and m odem cables Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the rear
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    Connecting the Power Cords 1. Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. 2. Plug both the display and power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. To connect the power cords Page 25
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    you to restart your computer. Respond to this prompt immediately. 1. Press the power switch on the computer to turn on the power. 2. Press the power switch on the display to turn on the power. 3. Press the power switch on the right speaker to turn on the power. To turn on your com puter Page 26
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    a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.  Limited warranty - Protect your investment. See the Limited Warranty Card for more details. You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow the on-screen instructions to
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    Sony audio and video components that are designed to create, capture, and play back video files derived from television and your personal videos.1 Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder hardware and software applications are not available on all VAIO® computers. See your computer's online specification
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    of tools that enhance your VAIO® computer's capabilities. Giga Pocket gives you a wide range of video viewing, recording, and playback capabilities, such as:  Watching and recording television programs from your computer.  Viewing and recording TV programming simultaneously.  Setting and managing
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    TV programs on your computer's display and record them onto the hard disk drive as Video Capsules for later playback.  Timer Recording Manager-The Timer Recording Manager keeps track of all TV or its contents may cause your Giga Pocket software and Video Capsules to stop working properly. Page 30
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    illustrates how to set up the cables and connections for your Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder system. The hardware configuration of your computer may vary from the illustrations shown. To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer, see the online specifications sheet. Page 31
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    The best method of connecting your computer system, TV monitor or display, and cable service access, depends on the type of cable connection available in your home. Your VAIO® Computer is supplied with certain audio and video cables. Depending on your in-home cable access, you may require
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    on the combiner/transformer. 2. Connect the TV coaxial cable (supplied) from the combiner/transformer to the VHF/UHF port on the back panel of your computer. To connect in standard antenna m ode (air) Your VAIO® Computer is supplied with certain audio and video cables. Depending on your in-home
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    splitter adapter. Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display. To connect in STB m ode (Option 1) Option 2 1. Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the In jack on the back panel of your
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    This section illustrates how to set up additional equipment with the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder System. Connecting a VCR or camcorder with an audio cable Your VAIO® computer has both audio and video connection capability. You can locate the connections behind the bottom panel on the front
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    Connecting the infrared receiv er (back panel) Page 37
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    Setting Up Giga Pocket Software Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software features and functions are detailed in this section, enabling you to begin viewing or recording TV programs. Page 38
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    first time, you are automatically prompted to set the video input source for watching TV or cable TV (CATV) programs on your computer. Starting Giga Pocket for TV Setup (For first time setup) 1. Verify that the computer time and date settings as displayed in the taskbar are correct. To adjust these
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    displays a dialog box that enables you to customize the channel listings. 5. Click Auto Scan. You can view the channel reception in the pop-up TV Setup - Monitor window. TV Setup Wizard - Custom ize the channel listing If your computer password. TV Setup Wizard - Giga Pocket Serv er password Page 40
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    image quality on your display. Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time. Even if a different user logs on using the fast switch feature, Giga Pocket is not available to any other user account. For more information, see the Giga Pocket Help. Page 41
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    Giga Pocket Giga Pocket enables you to watch a TV program on your computer display while recording it onto your hard disk drive. Using the Giga Pocket Slip Play feature, you can view a program from the beginning even while it is being recorded. Page 42
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    Starting Giga Pocket 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, point to All Programs, point to Giga Pocket, then click Giga Pocket. The Giga Pocket window appears. Giga Pocket window The current television broadcast is displayed, based on the selected channel. Page 43
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    decks on the main interface window: the TV/Recording deck and the Playback deck. TV/Recording deck (detail) Use the TV/Recording deck to view programs and record Video Capsules. You can use the Playback deck of your Giga Pocket to play back a prerecorded Video Capsule. Playback deck (detail) Page 44
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    end of the film roll using the scroll bar, you may not be able to see a displayed image.  The computer's response may decrease when you attempt to play a Video Capsule while recording a TV program using Giga Pocket. Giga Pocket may interrupt or stop playback to allocate system resources for the
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    . If this occurs, switch the TV/Recording deck and the playback deck, or switch the channel. The recording proceeds even if the on-screen display shifts.  Giga Pocket does not operate properly if used concurrently with other video applications, such as DVgate or MovieShaker software. Page 46
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    up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service, for information on setting up for first-time use. Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site The appearance of the online channel guide Web site, its contents, and the accuracy of the TV listings are controlled by the TV listing provider and may
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    Timer Recording Wizard With the Timer Recording Wizard, you can set, adjust, and cancel the timer recording settings. Page 48
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    from the Select Timer Recording Settings menu and click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Help for assistance. New Tim er Recording - Set Channel and Start Date and Tim e 4. Verify that the information is correct and click Next. The programming station and time information is Page 49
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    -1, MPEG-2, and AVI). Long Play (LP) Image quality is reduced, but recording requires less space on the hard disk drive as compared to using HQ recording mode (MPEG-1). New Tim er Recording - Set Stop Tim e and Recording Mode you want to record the program. New Tim er Recording - Set Details Page 50
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    hard disk drive, using the Expiration date of Video Capsule drop-down list. To maintain adequate space on your hard disk drive, Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder enables you to set an expiration date for your Video box appears. Click Finish. New Tim er Recording - Com pleted dialog box Page 51
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    may access the hard disk drive, such as copying files. Accessing the Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and select All Programs. 2. Select Giga Pocket, Help, and click Giga Pocket Help. Page 52
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    be available, your computer should be in Stand by or Hibernate mode, if the system is not in active use. You can schedule up to 100 programs at a time, for timer recording with the Timer Recording Manager. Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time
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    recordings displayed does not exceed 100. Tim er Recording Manager dialog box Double-click on a recorded timer recording to play it back on Giga Pocket. 3. Click Hide to restore Timer Recording Manager to the taskbar. If you turn off your computer, the timer recording function is disabled. Page 54
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    your computer's hard disk drive during the user to log on. Accessing the Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and select All Programs. 2. Select Giga Pocket, Help, and click Giga Pocket Help. Page
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    .  Change the display views for your video contents, and edit recording information. Accessing the Click to DVD Help For additional information about using Click to DVD software features, follow these steps to access the Click to DVD Help. 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, point to
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    Accessing the Click to DVD Help For additional information about using Click to DVD software features, follow these steps to access the Click to DVD Help. 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, point to All Programs. 2. Point to DVgate Plus and click DVgate Plus Help. Page 57
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    in order to burn Video Capsules to recordable DVD media. 1. From the Giga Pocket Explorer main window, select the Video Capsules you want to burn onto a DVD. 2. On the Giga Pocket Explorer Toolbar, click Make DVD. 3. The Click to DVD software launches. Follow the on-screen instructions. Page 58
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    -1, MPEG-2, and AVI files. MPEG-2 files need a specific system environment for playback:  A VAIO computer that has Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder installed.  A VAIO computer that has a DVD-ROM or DVD-RW drive. If you wish to play your Video Capsule in a different system environment, you can
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    Using Network Cabinets Giga Pocket Explorer enables you to connect to Video Capsules in network cabinets located on other computers in the network. These network cabinets can be accessed through the Giga Pocket Explorer main window when you are connected to the network. Connecting to Network
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    provide a rich and compelling handheld computing experience. Powered by the Palm operating system, the CLIÉ handheld is ready to deliver music and video with amazing clarity. For more information on this exciting device, go to the Sony Style Web site at http://sonystyle.com/vaio/clie. Page 61
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    Starting CLIÉ Converter 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Giga Pocket, point to Plug-ins, and then click CLIÉ Converter. The Giga Pocket -> CLIÉ Converter dialog box appears. Giga Pocket - > CLIÉ Conv erter m ain Page 62
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    closes. The conversion process may take time, depending on the settings selected. To convert multiple Video Capsules, hold down the Ctrl key while selecting Video Capsules in Giga Pocket Explorer. Drag and drop all selected capsules to the Giga Pocket -> CLIÉ Converter main window. Page 63
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    Transferring converted video files to a Memory Stick media 1. Insert a Memory Stick® media into the Memory Stick media slot on your computer. 2. From the Giga Pocket -> CLIÉ Converter main window, click to select the videos you want to transfer to the Memory Stick media. 3. Click Send To. The Send
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    area. Timer recording A timer recording is a preset video recording event. Video Capsule A Video Capsule is a virtual container that holds the video images recorded with Giga Pocket Recorder. A Video Capsule is created on your computer hard disk drive and managed with Giga Pocket Explorer. Page 65
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    Accessing the Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Giga Pocket, point to Help, and then select Giga Pocket Help. Page 66
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    the User Agreement before accessing the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site (first time only). The Internet Electronic Program Guide service is available only to users in the United States. 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio or video files is a violation of applic able laws . Page 67
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    appear whenever you access the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site. If your TV provider adds new channels or changes existing channels, an Update icon appears next to Download All Channel Settings. Click Update to add the new or updated channels to your personal channel setting. Page 68
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    this section. Your computer's visual presentation of the VAIO AV applications may vary from those shown in this manual.  Multimedia Overview  About Recordable CD and DVD Media and Playback Equipment  Copying Data to Recordable CD and DVD media  Using Drag'n Drop CD+DVD Software  Using RecordNow
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    onto CDs or DVDs  Creating interactive DVDs  Backing up data on CDs or DVDs  Editing your video content  Saving your video content onto DVDs  Sharing your multimedia between computers and across networks Unauthorized duplication of audio or video files is a violation of applicable laws. Page 70
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    your VAIO computer does not have a recordable optical drive, you cannot create CDs or DVDs. This table can help you identify the appropriate media to use with your recordable optical drive. Drive Type Video and Data DVD Music and Data CDs DVD-R for General DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW CD-R CD-RW DVD-RW
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    , which enables CDs and DVDs to use long filenames and Unicode characters in a Windows operating system environment.  A DVD-ROM drive cannot record data to a CD or DVD. A DVD-ROM drive cannot read multi-border and multi-session discs.  DVD+R and DVD-R drives cannot read appended data. Page 72
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    your VAIO computer does not have a recordable optical drive, you cannot create CDs or DVDs. This table can help you identify the appropriate media to use with your recordable optical drive. Drive Type Video and Data DVD Music and Data CDs DVD-R for General DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW CD-R CD-RW DVD-RW
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    , which enables CDs and DVDs to use long filenames and Unicode characters in a Windows operating system environment.  A DVD-ROM drive cannot record data to a CD or DVD. A DVD-ROM drive cannot read multi-border and multi-session discs.  DVD+R and DVD-R drives cannot read appended data. Page 74
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    supplied with the specific media and equipment. Playback Equipment Media and Format Compatibility Computer DVD drive Computer CD drive DVD player Audio CD player Video DVD Music CD Data DVD Data CD Varies Yes Varies Yes No Varies No Yes No Varies No Varies No Yes No Varies Page
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    Copying Data to Recordable CD and DVD media You can copy files to recordable media, using your computer's CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW drive. For detailed information on your system's hardware configuration, see the specification sheet. Page 76
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    disc. Non-appendable discs are more compatible with different DVD drives. A video DVD is always non-appendable. The table below describes the DVD-R Multi-border Disc at once DVD-RW Restructured overwrite Disc at once DVD+R Multi-session Disc at once DVD+RW Single-session Disc at once Page
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    Tasks, click Copy to audio CD or Copy all items to audio CD. Skip to step 6. 5. In the Copy Items dialog box, click the read/write drive icon1, and then click Copy. 6. Under Other Places, click My Computer, and then click the CD-RW or DVD-RW drive. Windows displays the temporary area that holds
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    for Drag'n Drop software. 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click All Programs. 2. Point to Drag'n Drop CD+DVD and then click Drag'n Drop CD+DVD. Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software starts and three Drag'n Drop CD+DVD icons (Music, Disc Backup, and Data) appear on your desktop. 3. Drag the desired
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    To access Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software Help 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs 2. Point to Drag'n Drop CD+DVD, and then click Drag'n Drop CD+DVD Help. Page 80
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    Using RecordNow Software If your VAIO® computer is equipped with a DVD-RW or DVD±RW drive, you can copy files to DVD recordable media, using the preinstalled RecordNow software. 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to VERITAS Software, point to RecordNow, and
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    To access RecordNow software Help 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to VERITAS Software, point to RecordNow, and then click RecordNow Help. Page 82
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    to All Programs. 2. Point to Click to DVD, and then click to select Click to DVD Help. To access Click to DVD Automatic Mode software Help 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Click to DVD, and then click to select Click to DVD Automatic Mode Help. Page 83
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    on how to connect equipment to your computer, see the documentation supplied with the device and your online VAIO® Computer User Guide. If the Digital Video Device window appears, follow these steps to start Click to DVD software: 1. Click to select Create a DVD with movies and pictures. 2. Click OK
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    of tape is reached. To edit your video content To edit your captured clips, click Edit Video. The Edit Video window appears. Edit Video In the Edit Video window, your video clips appear in playback order. In this window, you can:  Delete unwanted clips by dragging them to the Recycle Bin. Page 85
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    the window. The Create DVD window appears. Create DVD 2. To view the title and chapter windows of your DVD, click the Title Menu and Video Menu. Click Next and Previous to move through multiple chapter windows. To create a menu To change the windows of your DVD, click Create Menu. Create Menu Page
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    your DVD. A window displays the progress of your DVD project for preview. When finished, the Preview window appears. 2. In the Preview window, view your finished DVD. The Preview window has controls that enable you to navigate through the video content on your DVD. Prev iew window controls Page 87
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    can result in an unusable DVD disc. Sony recommends that you do not use other software applications on your computer while Click to DVD software is burning your DVD. While the Click to DVD program is creating a DVD, you may see your computer's hard disk drive access indicator flash repeatedly. This
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    To save the DVD on your computer's hard drive Save your DVD project to your computer, so that you can edit its contents or create additional copies later. 1. Click Menu. 2. Select Save Project, type a name for your project in the File name field. 3. Click Save. Page 89
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    capturing video clips:  Configure your computer so capturing is not interrupted.  Exit all other open applications, and disable screen savers.  On VAIO® computers equipped with Giga Pocket features, cancel any scheduled timer recording sessions. For best results while Click to DVD software is
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    Recording and Playing Music The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system and the multimedia software preinstalled on your VAIO® computer make it easy to import, export, organize, play back, and burn music CDs1. 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio files is a violation of applic able laws . Page 91
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    CD into your optical drive and check in songs to your computer's hard drive.  From external devices1 using a USB cable - Connect your external device, such as a Network Walkman® or CLIÉ Handheld, to your VAIO computer and check in the songs to your computer's hard drive.  MagicGate Memory Stick
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    Using SonicStage Software SonicStage software is a digital music management system. You can play music on your computer, create custom audio CDs1, and much more.  Play and record music from audio CDs - Play your audio CDs and record audio tracks to your computer. Combine music tracks into Playlists
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    and use this service. For more information regarding CDDB registration, click the Help button. To access SonicStage software Help 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar, and point to All Programs. 2. Point to SonicStage, and then click SonicStage Help. SonicStage features and controls Page 94
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    . 4 Import button Displays the Import window, where you can import audio files from the hard disk drive to the Music Drive. 11 Visualizer button Displays or hides the Visualizer window where you can view images synchronized to the audio file's sound. 5 Content Area (Playlist view) Page 95
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    -click a playlist to view its tracks. button 12 Internet Displays or hides the Internet window where you can download or stream audio files via EMD services. 6 Categorized List (Tree view) Displays the playlists stored in the Music Drive by artist name, genre, format, etc. Helps you locate
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    an audio CD into your computer's optical drive. The Microsoft® Windows® system recognizes the CD, and a window may appear asking you to select an action. Click Cancel to close this window. When SonicStage software is running and an audio CD is inserted, an Internet connection to the CDDB® service
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    9. When recording the audio tracks on a CD, you can: 1. Click the Record All button to record all the tracks on a CD. 2. Click the Rec Selection button to record the specific tracks you checked in the List Area. 10. When the Select Playlist window appears, select either Create a New Playlist or Add
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    Transferring songs (Check-In/Check-Out) Use SonicStage software to transfer audio files between the playlists stored in the Music Drive on your computer and external devices or media. Transferring files from the Music Drive to the external device or media is called "check-out," while transferring
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    , this could be a CD-ROM drive, CD-RW drive, a DVD-ROM drive, a DVD-RW drive, or a Combo Drive. On computer models that have both a read-only optical drive (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM) and an optical writing drive (CD-RW or DVD-RW), put the CD into the read-only optical drive. 4. Select your CD drive in the
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    restore music, graphics, and information data managed by SonicStage software. You must be connected to the Internet to use the SonicStage Backup Tool.  Import audio files in various formats You can import audio features.  Simple mode The main SonicStage window viewed in Simple mode, is a smaller,
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    enables you to record songs1 from analog records or cassette tapes to save to your computer's hard drive. From your computer, you can burn the songs to CD-R or CD-RW discs, or create audio files in WAV format. 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio files is a violation of applic able laws . Page 102
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    To start SonicStage Mastering Studio software 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to All Programs 2. Point to SonicStage Mastering Studio and click SonicStage Mastering Studio. Page 103
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    To access the SonicStage Mastering Studio software Help 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar, point to All Programs 2. Point to SonicStage Mastering Studio and click SonicStage Mastering Studio Help. Page 104
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    To access the SonicStage Mastering Studio Tutorial 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar, point to All Programs. 2. Point to SonicStage Mastering Studio, and click Tutorial. Page 105
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    About Still Images (Photos) The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system and the multimedia software preinstalled on your VAIO® computer make it easy to import, edit, print, and customize your still images. Page 106
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    scanners. For scanners not supported by the Windows® XP operating system, follow the instructions in the documentation supplied with your scanner.  From a commercial film developer - Many companies that develop traditional film can provide a CD-ROM or floppy disk containing digital copies of your
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    Editing still images You can use preinstalled software to perform traditional editing tasks such as resizing, cropping, and altering colors. You can add your own creative touch by customizing and combining multiple photos into albums, calendars or labels, using PictureGear Studio software. Page 108
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    creation or use the Export feature to send it to another computer. See the section, To export a photo album. To access the PictureGear Studio software's Help 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to PictureGear Studio and click PictureGear Studio Help. Page 109
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    Starting PictureGear Studio software 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to PictureGear Studio and click PictureGear Studio. The PictureGear Studio main window appears. PictureGear Studio m ain window Page 110
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    slot. 2. Select Import Photo using PictureGear Studio PhotoCollection, to proceed directly to the PhotoCollection Import window. 3. Click Import Photo. Your connected digital camera, camcorder, or Memory Stick® media is displayed in the Select Device window. Select Dev ice window Page 111
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    folder, type in the folder name before clicking Start Importing. Adjust window 6. The Adjust window displays an enlarged version of the picture on the right and thumbnail the picture or capture a specific area. 7. Click Finish Importing to save the imported pictures in a photo collection. Page 112
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    manage your imported pictures on your computer's hard drive or from your ImageStation® account. To organize your photos with the PhotoCollection feature 1. Click PhotoCollection from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. A list of available photo sources is displayed on the left, with the
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    Studio software's main window. A list of binder styles is displayed on the left. When you add your pictures to a binder, they appear as thumbnails on the right. Binder window You can create your own custom binder styles by clicking Create Title. 2. Select a binder style, and then click New Page
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    in an electronic photo album. You can share your custom photo albums with friends and family 1. Click PhotoAlbum from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. PhotoAlbum window 2. Click New Album. The Select Photo area appears. 3. To select the photos you want to include in your album from
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    5. Click to select a design layout for your album. Use the scroll bar to view all available album designs. Select Layout window 6. Click to select a page layout for your album. Use the scroll bar to view all available layout designs. Scroll through your album using the book icons at the bottom
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    7. Click Edit Album to make changes to your album. Customize your album by adding more pictures, pages, decorations, or comments, or by deleting pages. Click Edit Page to customize a page in your album. You can customize with your own drawing, stamps or other decorations. 8. Click Save. 9. Enter a
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     Export as a Light Package. This creates a compressed file that you can view on a computer.  Export as a Full Package. This creates an uncompressed file to be saved to recordable media, such as a CD-R/CD-RW or Memory Stick® media. To export a photo album 1. With a a photo album open, click Export
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    5. An export completion message window appears, displaying the file name and file size. Click Return to Edit Album Screen. Page 119
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    labels using your favorite still images. 1. Click PrintStudio from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. PrintStudio window 2. Select the item you want to create and click Start Creating. 3. Click Print. Use the appropriate paper when creating postcards, labels or business cards. Page 120
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    About Preinstalled Image-editing Software Your VAIO® computer has other image-editing software preinstalled, depending on the system configuration purchased. For details on your preinstalled software titles, see the online or hardcopy specifications sheet. Page 121
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    software Adobe® Photoshop® Elements software is an image-editing software that is preinstalled on certain VAIO® computers. It has a wide assortment of tools for enhancing your images and offers extensive online help to enable you to make the most of your still images. 1. Click Start on the Windows
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    software provides basic image-editing features. To start Microsoft Paint software 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Accessories and then click Paint. To access Microsoft Paint Help 1. Start the Microsoft Paint software. 2. From the menu, click Help. Page
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    About Video Editing The multimedia software preinstalled on your VAIO® computer makes it easy to import and edit videos from compatible digital video (DV) devices or MICROMV cameras, that have an i.LINK® connector. You can edit your video creations, export them back to your video camera, or save
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    . The Windows® XP operating system enables you to import video from your DV device.  Memory Stick® or other data storage media - Some DV devices store pictures on Memory Stick or other media. You can transfer your video from the storage media directly to your computer's hard disk drive. Page 125
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    Plus Software DVgate Plus software enables you to transfer video content from your DV device to your VAIO® computer. You can format your video into movies, and then save it on your computer's hard drive or record it back to your to your digital video camera. DVgate Plus software's flow Page 126
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    your digital video camera to your computer, refer to the documentation supplied with camera or the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. To access the DVgate Plus software Help 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs 2. Point to DVgate Plus and click DVgate Plus Help. Page 127
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    Capture Results window. 12. Confirm the displayed contents, and click OK. 13. To save the Scene List, click Save. 14. Type in the file name and click Save. Transferring video content to your computer 1. Start DVgate Plus software. 2. Click Cancel to close the Mode Select Guide. 3. Confirm that
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    9. Click Output. 10. When the Confirm window appears, click OK. Page 129
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    Using DVgate Software DVgate Plus software provides complete control over all aspects of capturing, editing, and exporting digital video. To access the DVgate software's Help 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to DVgate and click DVgate Help. Page 130
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    Point to DVgate and click DVgate. To capture digital video 1. Select IMPORT - Auto from the MODE list in the DVgate window, and click SCAN. The DVgate software scans your tape and creates a list of video clips for capture. You can manually select video clips to be captured, while viewing playback of
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    dialog box, select the video clip files you want hard disk drive. 8. Select a file destination for your movie, type a file name, and then click Save. If you intend to export your movie to your DV device later, be sure to select AVI file (*.avi) in the Save as type box before saving your movie. Page
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    on your DV device, and insert a tape. 3. From your VAIO® computer, click Start and then click All Programs. 4. Point to DVgate and then click DVgate. 5. Select EXPORT - Auto from the MODE list in the DVgate window. 6. In the DVgate - AVI file list window, click ADD. If the DVgate - AVI file list
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    settings), may display the Digital Video Device window each time you connect a DV device. You can: 1. Select DVgate or DVgate Plus to control the DV device, and then click OK. 2. Click Cancel to close the Digital Video Device window.  DVgate software does not support hard disk compression. Do
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    software. Depending on the software preinstalled on your system, you can share still images, music, video, and live television to other VAIO® computers on your network1. 1 For a lis ting on the preins talled s oftware on your c omputer, s ee the online or hard c opy s pec ific ations s heet. Page
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    Network media servers You can set up one or more computers to act as media servers to store and deliver your multimedia files across a wired or wireless network. VAIO Media software is available on certain VAIO® computer models. Page 136
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    be used as VAIO Media servers for video content.  Still image files - Supports still image files in JPEG, GIF, BMP, PNG, and TIFF formats.  TV broadcast - VAIO computers equipped with Giga Pocket features are able to stream a live TV signal to other computers connected to your network. Page 137
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    does not support other computers or environments.  You must connect the server and client computers through a wired network with ethernet cables or a wireless local area network (WLAN).  Only a VAIO computer with Giga Pocket software, ver. 5.5 or later, can act as a VAIO Media Video Server. Client
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    is cancelled, no number is generated and the registration process must start over for that client computer. 6. Restart the client computer. A new icon, VAIO Home Network, appears on the desktop. The installation is complete and users can access media files stored on the VAIO Media server. Page 139
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    VAIO Media Video Server software automatically makes Video Capsule cabinets available to the client computers on your network. VAIO Media Console software starts the appropriate VAIO Media servers (VAIO Media Music Server , VAIO Media Photo Server , or VAIO Media Video Server software.). Page 140
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    Media, and then click VAIO Media. The VAIO Media main menu window appears. VAIO Media m ain window (client com puter) 3. Click the type of content you want to view or listen to (Music, Photo, Video, or TV). VAIO Media software searches for an available VAIO Media server computer on your network
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    it displays thumbnail images of the image files in that folder. Click an image thumbnail to view the image file.  Video Cabinets window - When you click a folder on the Video Cabinets window, it displays a list of Video Capsules in the cabinet. Click a Video Capsule on the list to view it. Page 142
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    and proper connection. Before connecting i.LINK interface compatible peripherals to your computer, such as an optical drive or hard disk drive, make sure they are compatible with your computer's Microsoft® Windows® operating system and verify the required operating conditions of the devices
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    window 1 Finder Window Displays images in real-time 8 Select Effect Saves an image to your hard disk 2 Help Displays Help 9 Change Setting Set preferences 3 Data list Displays thumbnails of captured images 10 Capture Records the image in the Finder window 4 Display Image Page 144
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    Opens captured images in the Finder window 11 Web Camera Captures still images according to specified settings 5 Save As Saves an image to your hard disk 12 Movie Mode Captures video 6 Send the selected images Enables attempting to upload or e-mail your still images or videos. Page 145
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    Network Smart Capture software and connect your compatible i.LINK® digital camera or camcorder to your computer with an i. Window, click Capture. You can capture a single image or several image at once. Your captured images are stored as thumbnails in the display list area. Im age and thum bnail Page
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    2. Click the thumbnail images or arrows to the right of the Finder Window to view the images. As you capture each image, it appears in the Finder Window. Page 147
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    software and connect your compatible i.LINK® digital camera or camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable (optional). 2. Click Movie. 3. Click Change Setting to view the available options for your movie capture. Mov ie Clip Setting window The Movie Clip Setting window video content in
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    1. Start Network Smart Capture software. 2. Click Web camera. 3. Click Change Setting to view the available options for your image capture. Web Cam era Setting window The Web Camera Setting window has six tabs:  Basic to an image, see Applying effects to your still images and movies. Page 149
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    movies displayed in the Finder Window. You can use a different effect for each picture. Effect Selection 1. Click Select Effect near the bottom of the window to open the drop-down list of effects. Click to select digital zoom, effect, or no effect from the list. 2. Use Previous Page or Next Page to
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    service requires an Internet connection and registration for the Web-based service window. The ImageStation Login window appears.  For first-time users, the ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Click Sign Up Now, and follow the on-screen instructions
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    Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer's hard disk drive performance, using i.LINK devices, Memory Stick media, PC Cards, and changing default settings. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in this
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    computer, see the online specifications sheet. The total power supplied by the 6-pin i.LINK port cannot exceed 6 watts. For PCV-W series models only Your PCV-W series computer as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. Page 153
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    i.LINK device and on your computer. Plug the i.LINK cable connector into this port. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the corresponding 4- or 6-pin i.LINK port on your computer. See the instructions that came with your i.LINK device for more information on installation and use. Page 154
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    . Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on Memory Stick® media. Memory Stick media do not support video file playback directly from the media. Copy the video file to your hard disk drive and then play back the file. Page 155
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    Stick media 1. Use your fingertip to pull open the upper front panel cover, as shown. Opening the front panel 2. Insert the Memory Stick® media into the Memory Stick media slot. Inserting the Mem ory Stick Media 3. If the media does not insert easily, remove it from the slot and verify that it
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    the Memory Stick slot. The media extends further, enabling you to grasp it. 2. Remove the Memory Stick media from the slot carefully. Rem ov ing the Mem ory Stick Media Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the media access indicator light is on. The media or its data may become damaged. Page
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    Memory Stick media is write-protected. You cannot delete, copy, or save information on the media while the write-protect tab in the LOCK position. When you slide the tab to the un-LOCK position, you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media's contents. Locking the Mem ory Stick Media Page
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    's System Reference Manual. You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.  Overview  About Opening the System Unit  About Add-on Card Installation  Installing Memory  About the Lithium Battery  About Hard Disk Drive Installation Page 159
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    Overview The upgrading procedures described in this section assume that you are familiar with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Page 160
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    the computer purchased. To view the specific hardware configuration for your system, see the online specifications sheet. You may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components that may be near the slot cover you plan to remove. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add
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    the side panel 1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2. Unplug your computer and disconnect any peripheral devices. 3. If you remove the side panel immediately after you shut down your computer, the components may be too hot to touch. Wait until the
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    the side panel 1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2. Unplug your computer and disconnect any peripheral devices. 3. If you remove the side panel immediately after you shut down your computer, the components may be too hot to touch. Wait until the
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    Replacing the side panel 1. Place the system unit on its side. 2. Align the tabs on the side panel to the tracks on the chassis frame. 3. Gently slide the side panel onto the chassis, until the tabs lock the panel into place. Replacing the side panel Page 164
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    on card should not exceed 9.05 inches. Add-on card configuration varies by model. Some models, such as Configure-to-Order (CTO) systems, may contain preinstalled add-on cards. Observe the proper safety precautions when you add cards to your Sony computer. See Before upgrading your computer. Page 165
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    add-on card 1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2. Unplug your computer and card 6. Attach any internal cables that the card requires. See the instructions supplied with the add-on card. 7. Replace the side panel. See Replacing the side panel. Page
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    8. Reconnect the power cord and all peripheral devices. 9. Turn on the computer. Page 167
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    about the amount of memory installed in your computer. You can purchase additional memory modules, accessories, and peripheral equipment from your local retailer. Observe the proper safety precautions when you add or remove the memory in your computer. See Before upgrading your computer. Page 168
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    computer and all peripheral devices. 3. Remove the side panel. See Removing the side panel. 4. Gently place the unit on its side. If necessary, remove any cables, add-on cards, or other components to access the memory module slots. 5. Locate the memory Gently handle the memory module by the sides only.
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    position, holding the module in place. To avoid damaging a memory module slot, move the end latches slightly outward to relieve pressure. The module clicks into place. 9. Reinstall any components or add-on cards you may have removed. 10. Replace the side panel. See Replacing the side panel. Page 170
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    stored in CMOS RAM, may become stored in the CMOS memory are now reset to the BIOS settings. If you do not wish to customize your BIOS Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. To locate a Service Center near you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Page
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    the computer's date and time To reset your computer's date and time: 1. Double-click the time readout displayed in the Windows® Taskbar Notification area. The Date and Time properties window appears. 2. From the Date & Time tab, change the settings as desired. Click Apply, and then click OK. Page
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    a second hard disk drive installed. Your system can support ATA-33, ATA-66, or ATA-100 hard disk drives. Sony recommends using an ATA-100 hard disk drive to take full advantage of your system's features. The hard disk drive access light blinks when either internal hard disk drive is active. Page 173
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    and Parts Center Web site, contact a customer service representative at 1-800-488-7669. For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center, click VAIO Recovery Options. Page 174
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    submenu. 2. Click the link for your computer model number. The model-specific support page appears. 3. Under Documentation, click System Reference Manual or System Reference Guide. Observe the proper safety precautions when you upgrade your Sony computer. See Before upgrading your computer. Page 175
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    the side panel. 4. Configure the jumpers on the new drive as a slave. See the configuration instructions supplied with your drive. 5. Detach the power and drive cables from the original hard disk drive that is preinstalled in your computer. 6. Unlock the drive holder from the chassis by pulling the
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    of the ribbon cable with pin 1 on the new drive. 13. Connect the second power connector to the new drive following the instructions supplied with the drive. Replacing the driv e holder 14. Replace the side panel. See Replacing the side panel. 15. Reconnect the power cord to your computer. Page 177
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    of the disk and then right-click to display a shortcut menu. 7. Select New Partition. The New Partition wizard appears. 8. Follow the wizard's on-screen instructions to complete the process. The Windows® XP operating system recognizes the new hard disk drive and applies the NTFS format. Page 178
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    or software discussed in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased.  About VAIO Computer Functions  About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s)  About the Mouse and Keyboard  About the Modem  About the Speakers  About Using a Microphone  About Using Peripheral Equipment Page 179
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    a bootable floppy disk).  Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive (unless you are using a bootable CD).  Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly.  If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS
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    a bootable floppy disk).  Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive (unless you are using a bootable CD).  Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly.  If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS
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    Windows attempts to close the application. If your computer computer to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. Pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds, may result in the loss of data from files that are currently open. Page
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    Help and Support. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the dialog box. 3. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on-screen instructions
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    the system memory may also help. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. To access the online User Guide: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Page 184
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    my display? 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select Appearance and Themes, and then select Change the screen resolution. 3. Click the Settings tab. 4. Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels. 5. Click Apply and then click OK. Page
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    About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems you may encounter when using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder functions. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony Customer Support. Page 186
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    mode.  Menu screens of the connected video player device.  The end of the film roll being played back using the scroll bar.  Video output from a video game console.  Video output from a VCR, using a coaxial cable. Giga Pocket cannot record or display all video images from this source. Page 187
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    video tape. When using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, set your display settings as follows:  Colors-Use the default factory settings (32-bit).  Screen area-Set your video resolution to 1024 x 768 pixels. If you use other settings, you may experience poor image quality on your display. Page
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    a TV program with Giga Pocket. During a timer recording, Giga Pocket may interrupt or stop your Video Capsule playback to prioritize your computer's resources for the timer recording. If this occurs, wait until the timer recording session has completed, and then play back the Video Capsule. Page 189
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    buffer of audio overflow?" The timer recording may fail in certain situations, such as:  The coaxial cable (input) is disconnected after recording has started.  The TV channel has lost broadcast signal during the recording session.  Video content being recorded has poor signal quality. Page 190
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    did my on-screen display shift or split? Your on-screen display may shift or split in rare instances. If this should occur, switch the TV/Recording deck and the playback deck, or try switching the channel. Your timer recording continues even if the on-screen display has shifted or split. Page 191
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    Why did Giga Pocket stop allowing me to create new Video Capsules? You cannot create a new Video Capsule when the remaining free space on your hard disk drive reaches approximately 100 MB. Delete any unnecessary Video Capsules or files to increase the free space on your hard drive. Page 192
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    About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s) Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section. To view the specific hardware configuration for your system, see the online specifications sheet. Page 193
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    My Computer. 2. Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon. 3. Select Eject from the shortcut menu. Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD or DVD media. Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is in use in your optical drive(s) and may cause damage to the unit. Page 194
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    DVD software according to the manufacturer's instructions.  If your drive reads some DVDs or CDs, but not others, check the shiny side of the disc for dirt or scratches.  The preinstalled CD or DVD software may not be working properly. To recover this software, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery
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    CD or DVD software may not be working properly. To recover this software, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support
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    To recover your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps:  Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support.  From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. Page 197
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    To recover your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps:  Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support.  From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. Page 198
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    in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. 3. From the Buttons tab, select Switch primary and secondary buttons under the Button Configuration options. 4. Click Apply, then click OK. Page 199
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    't my keyboard work properly?  Check that the keyboard1 is securely plugged into the keyboard port.  Save and close all open applications. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. 1 T he V A I O "W" s eries c omputer has a built-in keyboard. Page 200
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    Service Providers (ISP) connection capability may vary. If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC-based problem connecting with your ISP, check that they are not experiencing technical problems.  Try connecting your modem through another telephone line, if available. Page
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    Service Providers (ISP) connection capability may vary. If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC-based problem connecting with your ISP, check that they are not experiencing technical problems.  Try connecting your modem through another telephone line, if available. Page
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    properly, click the Troubleshoot button. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to resolve the problem.  The modem driver(s) may not be working properly. To recover your modem drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information
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    or Touch-tone dialing? 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Phone and Modem options. 3. From the Dialing Rules tab, click Edit. The Edit Location dialog box appears. 4. Select the Tone or Pulse option. Click OK. Page 204
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    your sound drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV-W series
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    your sound drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV-W series
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    About Using a Microphone Why doesn't my microphone work properly? Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack. Page 207
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    About Using a Microphone Why doesn't my microphone work properly? Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack. Page 208
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    , Show the following volume controls, select the Recording option. Click OK. 6. From the Recording Control dialog box, decrease the microphone volume level by moving the slider bar down. 7. Close the Recording Control dialog box and then close the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window. Page 209
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    7. Follow the on-screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation. If the printer is not included in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with a Windows XP Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK. If the
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    7. Follow the on-screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation. If the printer is not included in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with a Windows XP Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK. If the
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    printer does not function properly when the computer resumes from a power saving mode.  Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds, and then turning it back on.  If your printer does not resume normal operations, try restarting your computer. Page 212
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    provides basic procedures for handling your system and common peripheral devices, and using storage media.  About the Power Source  About Disposing of the Lithium Battery  About Handling the Computer System  About Handling a Monitor (Display)  About Recording and Data Storage Media Page 213
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    you do not intend to use the computer for a long time.  Do not attempt to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts in the power supply. To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment, refer the repair or replacement of the power supply to qualified personnel only. Page 214
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    on your display's setting requirement, see the instructions supplied with your display.  Check your display setup in the Microsoft® Windows® operating system before starting up Giga Pocket software. For more information, refer to the operating system manual.  Do not change the display setup while
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    Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery. Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion. Page 216
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    The hard disk drive  Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock.  Do not move the computer during operation.  Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature.  Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Page 217
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    Display)  DVD playback and certain video-related software may not function correctly when your monitor is set to a high refresh rate. If your monitor does not play back video content properly, try setting the display to a lower refresh rate.  Do not place the display the computer near a window. 
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    in the optical drive and damage the drive. Cleaning CD or DVD media  software.  Currently, the Memory Stick slot on VAIO® computers does not support the high-speed data transfer or access control features of the new Memory Stick PRO media.  Visit the Customer Support Web site at http://www.sony
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    Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support for your VAIO® computer. This section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results.  Immediate Help and Support  Help and Support Resources Page
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    find instructions on how to plan an ergonomic work space, connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, register your computer with Sony, and establish a dial-up connection to the Internet. The Quick Start can also provide troubleshooting support, if problems occur.  VAIO® Computer User Guide
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    resolve your issue, you can contact a Sony Support representative directly. Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available. 1. VAIO® computer system type 2. Model number 3. Serial number1 Example: 4. Operating system Page 222
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    5. Hardware feature or software application that has a problem. (See Help and Support Resources for the appropriate software contact information.) 6. Brief description of the issue. For VAIO® computers purchased in the U.S. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at 1-888-476-6972. 1 T he
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Welcome
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