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1. Jel eye eye Ww E R T Z U 1 o P oi 2 DOODO I i E POCEOr0oE e EE E E JA hoj 9 9 ho 8 9 6 Using your VAIO desktop Keys Escape key 1 Function keys 2 Correction keys 3 Lock keys 4 Print Screen key 5 Numeric keypad area 6 Navigation keys 7 Application key 8 Operator keys 9 Windows key ay 10 Volume buttons 11 Mute button 12 19 Descriptions The lt Esc gt Escape key is used to cancel commands The twelve function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform designated tasks For example inmany applications lt F1 gt is the Help key The task associated with each function key may vary from one application to another The lt Insert gt lt Back Space gt and lt Delete gt keys enable you to make corrections when typing Press lt Caps Lock gt once to activate the uppercase characters Use the lt Num Lock gt key to activate the numerical keypad The lt Prt Sc gt key takes an electronic snapshot
2. IF ESE WW R features Please see Giga Pocket s online Help files within the software itself for more details The following illustration and table describe the remote control s g your VAIO desktop p nd s dosed OIVA Using your VAIO desktop 10 11 12 Button MUTE STANDBY MODE switch Numbered buttons 1 0 Application buttons JUMP ENT FUNCTION VOLUME and CHANNEL SIZE AUDIO ANGLE 28 Function Temporarily mutes the sound Pressing it again restores the sound Puts your computer into Standby mode See Using power saving modes page 54 You cannot put your computer into Standby mode while Giga Pocket or Giga Pocket Server is running approximately 5 minutes before timer recording starts or just after the expiration date of a Video Capsule If you are using more than one desktop with the remote control this switches control between the computers Set the switch from 1 to 3 whichever value is set in the target computer s Remote Commander Setting software 1 is the default if you are just using one desktop Used to select channels Press the ENT button after you press these number buttons You can select up to 3 digit numbers You cannot change channels while recording These buttons are used when operating Giga Pocket Pressing MENU displays a menu on the computer screen Press this button again to select software from the menu STA
3. Generic Memory Sticks cannot be used with the Memory Stick Walkman or with data that is protected by copyright Using your VAIO desktop 43 MagicGate Memory Stick The MagicGate Memory Stick white in colour records PC and image data just like its blue counterpart the difference is it uses the MagicGate copyright protection technology Cos With this type of Memory Stick also called the MG Memory Stick you can enjoy the following features m Q COCO O O 32 64 and 128 MB capacity versions Storage of up to 120 minutes of audio data Download and save Q digital music Q pictures Q movies and more Combine data files to add music to your home movies for example Transfer and share data between several digital products MagicGate Copyright Protection Technology SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative Compliance SonicStage software So that you further distinguish a MagicGate Memory Stick from a generic one look for the mac cGare logo printed on it a protruding dot located on the back Using your VAIO desktop 44 MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that complies with the standards set by SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative an organization working to draw up industry standard specifications in order to protect copyrights of digital music The MagaicGare logo indicates the copyright protection system devised by Sony It is not meant to guarantee compatib
4. devices I cannot establish an i LINK connection between two VAIO computers Q You must have administrator rights on your computer to be able to link the two Q Disconnect then reconnect the i LINK cable Q If you still have no connection after waiting for a while restart both computers QO If either computer has just returned from a power saving mode the connection may be affected In this case make sure you perform a full restart before connecting them Check that both units are in the same workgroup and that the Sharing option is enabled m Upgrading your VAIO computer 95 Upgrading your VAIO computer The following procedures assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with PCs and with the regulatory compliance required for modifying electronic equipment Observe proper safety precautions at all times Your VAIO desktop and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connector technology To avoid the invalidation of your guarantee by mishandling it is recommended that You contact your local Sony dealer to install any new internal hardware components You do not install memory modules yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer Please contact VAIO Link if you need assistance Always switch the power off before you open the system Otherwise damage may occur to the integrated circuits in your computer Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk driv
5. Q The modem may not work properly if you are with a Private Automatic Branch eXchange PABX Q In the Phone and Modem Options dialog box Control Panel Phone and Modem Options check that your modem is listed in the Modems tab and that the location information is correct on the Dialing Rules tab Ifyou do not see the Phone and Modem Options icon click Switch to Classic View on the left side My modem connection is slow Many factors influence modem connection speed including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider check the following Q Have your phone company check that your phone line is free from any line noise Q If your problem is fax related check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems Q Ifyou are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems Q Ifyou have a second phone line available try connecting the modem to that line Getting help 90 About peripherals My mouse does not work E If you are using the supplied PS 2 mouse you must connect it before you turn on your computer If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse check that the appropriate driver and software are pro
6. 3 Have a look through the different tabs and check for abnormalities that you may be aware of If you are unsure check with the printer manufacturer s support service about the correct installation for the printer 4 Restart your computer When I remove a Memory Stick an error message appears Insert the Memory Stick into the slot again and press lt Enter gt Wait until the active application finishes then remove the Memory Stick If the message confirms the ejection of the Memory Stick click OK Getting help 94 About digital video captures and DVgate When I record images to a digital video device using DVgate my system displays the message Recording to DV device failed Check the power and cable connections to the devices and try again Close all open applications and restart your computer Frequently recording images to a digital video device while using DVgate sometimes causes this error About i LINK devices My i LINK device does not appear on the desktop To see the i LINK device icon on the desktop proceed as follows 1 Turn off and disconnect your i LINK device 2 Reconnect your device 3 Turnonthe power on the device again The icon should now appear on the desktop The connected i LINK device is not recognised Disconnect the i LINK device then connect it again You are strongly advised to use only Sony i LINK cables as using other brands may cause problems with the i LINK
7. BIOS is a program that enables the computer to start when you turn it on It monitors the data stream between the operating system and the computer s hardware devices Abbreviation for Compact Disc Read Only Memory A high capacity optical disc usually 650 MB in size capable of being read from but not written to Short for Compact Disc ReWriteable Compact Disc that can be used to write or rewrite data to it A CD RW can be written to several times a CD R can only be written to once Glossary Term CNR CPU CRT DC In Driver DVD R DVD R DVD ROM DVD RW 111 Definition Short for Communication and Networking Riser A hardware device that plugs into a motherboard and holds chips for functions like modems and audio devices The CPU Central Processing Unit is the brains of the computer it processes the instructions of your system s programs The CPU is also known as the processor or microprocessor and can be found on the motherboard of your computer A cathode ray tube CRT is a specialized vacuum tube in which images are produced when an electron beam strikes a phosphorescent surface Most desktop computer displays make use of CRTs The CRT in a computer display is similar to the picture tube in a television receiver The Direct Current interface to which you connect your computer s AC adapter or power cable A driver is software enabling you to use hardware devices For example in order for you to be a
8. Connect the other end to the other VAIO computer This illustration may not correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly VVVTY Connecting peripheral devices 71 Connecting to a network Your computer comes with a built in Ethernet interface To connect to a network proceed as follows 1 Connect your 10BASE T 100BASE TX Ethernet cable not supplied to the Ethernet port on the back of the computer If there is a sticker covering the Ethernet port this is to remind customers in Germany not to insert an ISDN cable see caution below 2 Go to Start right click My Computer and select Properties 3 Click the Hardware tab and select Device Manager The Device Manager screen appears with the list of devices 4 Under Network Adapters right click the name of the adapter Connecting peripheral devices 72 5 Click Properties Under Device Usage select Use this device enable 7 Click OK to close the Properties window The Ethernet connection is now enabled Connect only 10BASE T 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port Using other cables or a telephone cable may cause a malfunction excessive heat or even fire in the port If using this computer in Germany please make sure you do no
9. Getting help 74 e Support What is e Support You have searched our user guides and website www vaio link com but have not found an answer to your question issue e Support is the ideal solution for you Our e Support Web Portal is an interactive website on which you can submit any technical query you may have regarding your VAIO and receive answers from our dedicated support team Every submitted query will result in a unique case number to ensure smooth communication between yourself and the e Support Team Who can use e Support All registered VAIO customers are entitled to unlimited access to the VAIO Link e Support Web Portal How can I access the e Support portal When you register your VAIO computer online at Club VAIO www club vaio com you will automatically receive an email with the link to the e Support Web Portal your Customer ID and some basic explanation a few hours later All you need to do is activate your account by clicking on the provided link in the email You are now ready to create your first case You can access the e Support Web Portal from any computer with an active Internet connection A complete help file is available on the e Support Web Portal to help you use our e Support Service Can I submit questions in my native language Since you are interacting with our e Support Team through a portal which connects you directly to our central database e Support will only accept and deal with q
10. LINK ports supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device The i LINK features available may vary depending on the software applications you use Refer to the documentation that came with your software for more information The i LINK cables that are compatible with your VAIO desktop include cables with the following part numbers VMC IL4415 VMC IL4435 VMC IL4615 VMC IL4635 VMC IL6615 and VMC IL6635 Sony computer supplies accessories and peripherals can be purchased from your local retailer or from the Sony website http Awww sonystyle europe com Q Connecting a digital video camera recorder page 69 Q Connecting two VAIO computers page 70 Ani LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed You are strongly advised to use only Sony i LINK cables as using other brands may cause problems with the i LINK devices The i LINK connection varies depending on the software applications operating system and i LINK compatible devices you use Refer to the documentation that came with your software for more information Check the working conditions and OS compatibility of i LINK compatible PC peripherals HDD CD RW drive etc before you connect them to your VAIO desktop Connecting peripheral devices 69 Connecting a digital video camera recorder To connect a digital video camera recorder proceed as follow
11. Organiser Sony mobile phones Digital printers AIBO the Sony Entertainment Robot To find out more about the products available in your country go to http www sonystyle europe com Oooo 46 Using your VAIO desktop 47 Memory Stick PRO The Memory Stick PRO records PC and image data just like its blue and white counterpart However the Memory Stick PRO provides you with a capacity of up to 1 GB It also exists in 256MB and 512 MB A 1 GB Memory Stick PRO card enables users to enjoy a staggering 6 hours of MPEG4 384 Kbps moving images or 24 minutes of DVD quality MPEG2 video This equates to around sixteen audio CDs assuming 64 MB per CD or 360 JPEG images in 5 0 Megapixel quality more than ten rolls of 24 36 film i Snia WruoerSiiK PRO a i 7 a 7 MAJATA Ma r Compatible devices You can currently use the Memory Stick PRO with the following Sony products Visual Q Cyber shot DSC F717 F77 and FX77 digital camera DPP EX5 and EX7 digital photo printers Q Digital camcorders DCR TRV355 TRV22 TRV33 TRV60 and TRV80 Other a MSAC US20 USB Memory Stick adapter MSAC US70 USB optical mouse and Memory Stick adapter MSAC PC3 PC Card Memory Stick adapter MSAC US7 USB optical mouse and Memory Stick adapter MSAC US2 USB Memory Stick adapter oo 6 6 Using your VAIO desktop 48 Devices that can be upgraded to accept the Memory Stick PRO media via a software patch are Q Sony CL
12. Removing a floppy disk To remove a floppy disk proceed as follows 1 Wait until the LED indicator turns off 2 Press the eject button and pull the disk out gently 3 Close the cover flap 2 Do not press the eject button when the LED indicator is turned on Otherwise data may be lost 37 Using your VAIO desktop 38 Using the modem Your VAIO desktop is equipped with an internal modem You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet to register your computer and software online and to contact VAIO Link To connect a phone line proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the supplied phone cable into the LINE port on the back of the computer Plug the other end into the wall jack Q A country specific phone plug is supplied with your VAIO desktop allowing you to plug the phone line into the wall jack We recommend you to use the supplied plug because the usage of any other phone plug can decrease the connection quality N Your computer cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange PBX If you connect the modem to a parallel connected phone line the modem or the other connected device may not function properly Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem Only DTMF Dual Tone Multi Fre
13. by the PC Card manufacturer f the PC Card is operating abnormally go to Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System click the Hardware tab and then Device Manager If an mark appears next to the PC Card device remove the software driver and then reinstall it from the installation CD that accompanies the PC Card Do not force a PC Card into the slot It may damage the connector pins If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card check that you are inserting the PC Card in the correct direction See the manual supplied with your PC Card for more information on use For some PC Cards if you alternate between Normal power operation and Standby or Hibernate power management modes while the card is inserted you may find that a device connected to your system is not recognised Reboot your system to correct the problem Using your VAIO desktop 53 Removing a PC Card Follow the steps below to remove the PC Card while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may crash and unsaved data may be lost If you want to remove a PC Card when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 7 To remove a PC Card proceed as follows 1 2 Close any applications that are using the PC Card Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon R4 in the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware dialog box appears Select the hardware you want to unplug Click Stop In the Stop a Hardware Device dialog box select the device and con
14. checked by qualified personnel before operating it again Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer Do not place your computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded An ambient temperature of more than 35 C or less than 10 C Q High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of your computer may cause a malfunction Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat from building up Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets or near material such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots The computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception Should this occur relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may occur DODO Coo Precautions O 107 Do not use cut or damaged connection cables If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside your computer In this case allow at least one hour before turning on your computer If any problems occur unplug your computer and contact VAIO Link Make sure you disconnect the power cord
15. copyright protection technology that is protected under Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners meaning you cannot record materials protected by copyright Music and films etc that you record at home are for personal use only Using your VAIO desktop 24 Starting to use Giga Pocket The following ports are located on the back of your desktop Right audio in channel 1 2 Left audio in channel Video in 3 S Video In port 4 Antenna in port 5 Using your VAIO desktop 25 To connect terrestrial or cable TV to your computer proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of your antenna cable cable TV cable not supplied into the Antenna port 5 on the back of the computer 2 Plug the other end in the TV wall socket To connect an external video audio source such as a video camera VCR or DVD player proceed as follows 1 Connect your video audio device s video cable to the S Video 4 or Video in port 3 depending on the type of cable supplied with the external device If the video source has both a composite and an S Video output you are recommended to use the S Video output as this will result in higher quality video 2 Connect the left and right audio cables into the right 1 and left 2 audio channel ports Please note relevant directives with regards to TV licensing regulations in y
16. in the event of a power failure The battery takes over as soon asa power interruption is detected If you are using the computer when the power failure occurs you have time to save all unsaved data and to shut down your computer USB Universal Serial Bus is a hardware interface for attaching devices such as a keyboard mouse joystick scanner or printer You can connect up to 127 devices to a USB port The USB standard is Hot Plug and Play Short for Video Audio Integrated Operation Brand name covering Sony s PC products peripherals accessories and software VAIO branded items are all designed to make the best use of Sony s Audio Video AV and Information Technology IT skills Disc that enables a VAIO computer user to recover the hard disk image that was available when the computer was purchased It also contains the online documentation The disc is delivered with your computer For more information please refer to the Guide to Troubleshooting and Using the VAIO Recovery Documentation Disc The Video Graphics Array VGA display system has become the accepted minimum standard for PCs You can choose between 16 colours at 640 x 480 or 256 colours at 320 x 200 WAN Wide Area Network is a computer network connected together and covering a relatively large geographical area This is in contrast to LAN where the network is usually set up within one building or small geographical area The largest existing WAN is the Internet Shor
17. location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not move your computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart the computer while reading or writing data to disk Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme changes in temperature Ifthe hard disk is damaged the data cannot be restored On using the power source Q m Oooo Your computer operates on 220 240V AC50 60Hz Do not share the AC outlet with other high power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or shredder You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you are planning to not use the computer for a long time Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible Precautions 106 On handling your computer m O E O Clean the unit with a soft cloth which is either dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer Should you drop a solid object or any liquid onto the computer shut down your computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer
18. of the screen and moves it to the Windows Clipboard You can then paste the screenshot into a document and print it This contains the keys found on a typical calculator Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction Note that you must press the lt Num Lock gt key to activate the keypad These keys enable you to move the cursor on the screen The lt Application gt key displays a shortcut menu pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button Several keys are used in combination with at least one other key lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt and lt Shift gt When held down at the same time as another key the lt Ctrl gt Control and lt Alt gt Alternate keys offer another way to execute commands For example in many applications instead of choosing the Save command from a menu you can hold down lt Ctrl gt and press lt S gt referred to as lt Ctrl gt lt S gt The lt Shift gt key is used to type capital letters or special symbols such as and The key with the Windows logo displays the Windows Start menu it is equivalent to clicking the Start button on the taskbar Press the button to decrease volume and the button to increase Press once to mute the system sound press again to restore the sound Using your VAIO desktop Keys Standby button 13 Indicator LEDs 14 20 Descriptions Press this button either t
19. proceed as follows 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click the Start button point to All Programs then VAIO System Information and click VAIO System Information again You can view the amount of installed memory here Closing the side cover To replace the side cover proceed as follows 1 Align the tabs on the side cover to the rim of the unit 2 Slide the side cover firmly into the ridges of the unit until it is in place Precautions 104 Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage Please contact VAIO Link if you need assistance On handling the hard disk page 105 On using the power source page 105 On handling your computer page 106 On handling LCD screens page 107 On handling floppy disks page 108 On handling compact discs page 108 On handling Memory Sticks page 108 Cocooco do Precautions 105 On handling the hard disk The hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time However it can be easily damaged by mechanical vibration shock or dust Although the hard disk has the internal safety device to prevent losing data due to mechanical vibration shock or dust you should be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk COCoooo m Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep the computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a
20. select Control Panel Click Appearance and Themes then Display The Display Properties dialog box appears Select the Settings tab Move the Screen resolution slider to change the resolution Click OK About discs and floppy disks My disc drive tray does not open Q Q Q Make sure the computer is turned on and press the eject button on the drive If the eject button is not working click Start and select My Computer Right click the optical disc drive and select Eject Make sure the computer is not in Standby or Hibernate mode If the disc tray still does not eject the CD DVD writing application software may be stopping it Make sure the application is closed before you proceed Getting help 84 I cannot play a disc E m O O After inserting the disc wait for a few seconds for the system to detect it before you try to access it Make sure the label of the disc is facing up If the disc requires software make sure the software is installed according to the instructions of the program Check the volume of your speakers Clean the disc with an appropriate cleaner There may be condensation in the drive Remove the disc and leave the drive open for approximately one hour If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player it could be that the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the DVD drive on your VAIO desktop The region code is listed on the packaging of the d
21. such as in a car parked in the sun Q Direct sunlight Q High humidity or Q Corrosive substances Q Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick Glossary Glossary 110 This section refers to terms used in this manual and elsewhere in the VAIO world These terms and definitions have been compiled to provide you with a better understanding of your VAIO computer Term 10BASE T 100BASE TX ACPI Application recovery BIOS CD ROM CD RW Definition Ethernet system providing data transfer rates of 10 Mbps megabits per second and 100 Mbps The 100BASE TX is a very direct derivative of 10BASE T Its 100 Mbps speed is achieved by simply sending the signal 10 times faster Short for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface a power management specification ACPI enables the operating system to turn peripherals on and off and to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer With ACPI a CD ROM player can be turned off by the operating system if it is not in use A recovery process that enables you to recover any of the applications initially available on the computer Performing an application recovery is useful when an individual application does not run properly or to reinstall a driver when a device does not work properly For more information please refer to the Guide to Troubleshooting and Using the VAIO Recovery Documentation Disc An acronym for Basic Input Output System The
22. the Sony logo appears The BIOS setup menu screen appears Use the keyboard s arrow keys to select the Exit menu Press lt F5 gt or use the arrow keys to select Load Setup Defaults and then press lt Enter gt The message Load Setup Defaults appears Make sure that Yes is selected and then press lt Enter gt Press lt F10 gt to exit or use the arrow keys to select Save Changes and then press lt Enter gt The message Save configuration changes and exit now appears Make sure that Yes is selected and then press lt Enter gt Getting help 79 My computer does not shut down It is recommended that you shut down your computer using the Turn Off Computer command on the Windows Start menu Using other methods including those listed here may result in loss of unsaved data If the Turn Off Computer command does not work properly proceed as follows 1 2 4 Shut down the computer by pressing lt Alt gt lt F4 gt The Turn off computer box appears Select Turn Off If this does not work press lt Ctri gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt The Task Manager dialog box appears Click Shut Down then Turn Off If this does not work press the power button and hold it for at least six seconds This turns off the power If you really have tried everything unplug the computer from the mains My system is running slowly E m The system response time varies depending on the number of applications that are open and r
23. website for a possible solution http www vaio link com Before contacting VAIO Link please try to solve the problem by reading this guide especially the section Troubleshooting page 76 or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software See the printed Specifications document for information about the drive Welcome Documentation pack Your documentation pack contains printed information and user guides to read on your computer The user guides are compiled in the VAIO Info Centre on the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc Printed documentation The printed part of your documentation pack includes the following m m Oooo A Getting Started brochure where you will find a brief description of the items in your box and how to setup your computer A Specifications sheet containing a table of specifications a list of bundled software and on the reverse side a guide to setting up your VAIO A Guide to Troubleshooting Using the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc where you will find troubleshooting an explanation of the purpose and use of the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc and VAIO Link information A Dual Language Operating System leaflet Your Sony Guarantee conditions A Safety Regulations leaflet A Modem Regulations leaflet Depending on your country and model Dual Language Operating Systems are available in Switzerland German and French Welcome Online documentation
24. 33 When the computer is in Standby or Hibernate mode you cannot insert or remove a disc Make sure you seat the disc firmly in the tray Otherwise you could damage your disc drive and you may not be able to open the tray When you have finished using a disc wait until the LED indicator turns off before pressing the eject button to remove the disc If the disc does not come out when you press the eject button go to Windows Explorer or My Computer Select the drive click the right button of your mouse and select Eject What re writable CD formats can I use for DVD and CD writers Recordable and rewritable CD formats include CD R CD RW high speed supported CD R recordable allows one time recording on a disc whereas CD RWs can be rewritten as many as 1 000 times Writing CDs and DVDs To achieve optimum performance when writing data on to disc also called burning follow these recommendations m Only use circular discs Do not use discs with any other shape star heart card etc as this may damage the disc drive Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc For optimum writing speed deactivate the screensaver before writing data to a disc Memory resident disc utilities may cause unstable operation or data loss Deactivate these utilities before writing data to a disc When using a software application to burn discs make sure you exit and close all other applications Neve
25. D DVD R The speed can also vary depending on the type of format Getting help 87 About sound The sound is distorted after recording with the Giga Pocket software If you have problems with the sound while playing back a clip recorded with Giga Pocket proceed as follows 1 2 In the Control Panel choose Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Select Advanced Volume Controls on the left hand side The Volume Control box appears Click the Options menu and select Properties Under Recording select the Aux check box and click OK The Aux column is now visible in the Volume Control box Under the Aux column make sure the Select check box is selected Reboot your computer The unwanted noise after recording with Giga Pocket should now be cleared You must reboot your computer after selecting the check box under Aux otherwise the settings will not be applied for the next Giga Pocket recording My speakers are not producing any sound If you are using an application that has its own volume control check that the volume is turned up Check the volume controls in Windows and in Windows Media Player Check that the speakers are connected correctly and turned on and that the power cable is plugged into the mains see the printed Getting Started brochure or the back of the Specifications sheet for connection details Getting help 88 My microphone is too sensitive to background noise If you find there
26. D recorder from Device Manager and restart the computer Please note that the drivers used are generic Windows drivers and are not available on the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc or the VAIO Link website O O Getting help 86 Q Check www vaio link com for the following If your VAIO is updated to the latest BIOS Basic Input Output System Q If a firmware update is available for your DVD recordable drive Q Perform a system recovery on the VAIO Make sure you aware of the consequences of this action beforehand See the section Recovering the system of the guide Troubleshooting Using the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc Ifyou are still unable to record to DVD contact VAIO Link directly My floppy disk drive cannot write to a disk Q The floppy disk may be write protected Disable the write protect feature or use a disk that is not write protected Q Check that the disk is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive When I double click an application icon a message such as You must insert the application CD into your drive appears and the software does not start Q Some titles require specific files that are located on the application disc Insert the disc and try starting the program again Q Make sure you place the disc in the tray with the label side facing upwards The recording and reading speed of CDs DVDs is slow Generally the speed of a CD DVD RW is slower than that of a CD DVD ROM or C
27. IE PEG NX70V handheld Detailed information will be available on www clie link com Q Some VAIO models Detailed information will be available on www vaio link com Write protecting a Memory Stick Memory Sticks are designed with an erasure prevention switch to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or overwriting Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write protection When the erasure prevention switch is off data can be saved on the Memory Stick When the erasure prevention switch is on data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick The 128 MB Memory Stick has a vertical lock Using your VAIO desktop 49 Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick proceed as follows 1 Open the cover showing the Memory Stick icon on the front 2 Insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot with the connectors pointing to the right The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and appears in the My Computer window with its own drive 3 Close the cover flap Always hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in the correct direction when you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging the computer or the Memory Stick do not force the Memory Stick into the slot if it does not insert smoothly Using your VAIO desktop 50 Removing a Memory Stick To rem
28. RT launches the software that was selected with the MENU button CLOSE exits the software that was selected with the MENU button Goes back to the previous channel you selected Press it again to return to the current channel Selects the channel Press it after pressing the channel number buttons Press this button while Giga Pocket is selected through the MENU button to switch from the TV recording deck to the playback deck Used to adjust the volume and select a channel You cannot change channels while recording Displays Giga Pocket in full screen size Pressing the button again displays Giga Pocket in its original size Selects the sound mode Each time you press this button the sound mode changes as follows Mono gt Stereo gt Channel A gt Channel B gt Mono This is a universal DVD playback function and is not used for Giga Pocket This button changes the camera angle while playing back DVDs as long as this function is supported by the DVD movie Using your VAIO desktop 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Button SUBTITLE TV VIDEO DISPLAY REC REC MODE REC STOP REW and FF PREV and NEXT PLAY STOP PLAY and PAUSE TITLE MENU Up Down Left Right and ENTER 29 Function This is a universal DVD playback function and is not used for Giga Pocket Use it to turn on off the subtitles or change the language of the subtitles while playing back DVDs as long as this function is sup
29. Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide PCV RZ series PCV 1126 NANIO Read this first Read this first Notice 2003 Sony Corporation All rights reserved This manual and the software described herein in whole or in part may not be reproduced translated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual the software or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual the software or such other information In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental consequential or special damages whether based on tort contract or otherwise arising out of or in connection with this manual the software or other information contained herein or the use thereof Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the in
30. The message DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off appears Check that the DV device is turned on and that the cables are properly connected If you are using multiple i LINK devices the combination of the connected devices may cause unstable operation If this is the case turn off all connected devices and disconnect unused devices Check the connection and then turn on the power again You are strongly advised to use only Sony i LINK cables as using other brands may cause problems with the i LINK devices How do I install a printer Always check the printer manufacturer s website for the latest drivers for Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 1 before proceeding Some printers do not function properly without updated drivers If the printer has a USB connection the printer should be automatically installed To install a local printer proceed as follows PWN From the Control Panel select Printers and Other Hardware then Printers and Faxes Under Printer Tasks click Add a printer Let the Add Printer Wizard guide you through the installation process Click Finish The printer is now installed This procedure applies for most but not for all printers Getting help 92 I cannot print E Q Check that all the cables of the printer are properly connected Check the cable to see if the pins connectors are not bent or missing completely Check the manual suppl
31. The online documentation includes the following guides 1 The Hardware Guide this guide Q Using your VAIO Desktop shows you how to use the standard components of your system O Connecting peripheral devices explains how you can add functionality by connecting various peripherals Getting help explains the support options available to you and offers basic troubleshooting tips Precautions provides facts and advice about using your VAIO Glossary refers to terms used in this manual Refer to your Software Guide for information on the software and how to use Sony applications Q About the Software is a short description of the features of the software available with VAIO systems Q Using Video software explains how to use Sony video software DVgate and Network Smart Capture Q Managing audio files with SonicStage explains how to convert your existing MP3 WMA and WAV format audio files into ATRAC3 format Q Using PictureGear Studio explains how to get the most enjoyment out of your photographs taken with a digital camera Q Using Click to DVD explains how to capture video images from a digital external device camera VCR etc and write them to a DVD Q Using VAIO Media explains how to enjoy music video and photos through your home networking environment Q Customising your computer explains how to configure your modem and set a wallpaper oOo oOo Welcome 10 Q Installing and updating applications explains how t
32. a Declaration of Conformity DoC Primarily the Declarations of Conformity are intended for the market surveillance authorities as proof that products satisfy the required standards Additionally Sony provides these EU DoC s on the website http www compliance sony de as a service to our customers You can search for all Declarations of Conformity available for a specific product by typing in the model name in the search box A list of matching documents will be displayed and can be downloaded Please note that the availability of declarations depends on the scope of the EU Directives and the individual product specifications This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 55024 for use in the following areas residential commercial and light industrial This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables not longer than 3 metres 9 8 feet Before activating the built in modem please read the Modem Regulations leaflet Read this first Disposing of the internal memory backup battery Your Sony VAIO desktop is equipped with an internal back up memory battery that should not have to be replaced during the lifetime of the product If you want to replace the battery please contact VAIO Link http Awww vaio link com Q Keep away from children Q Dispose of the battery properly at its end of life Q Insome areas the disposal of non hazardous batteries in h
33. al mouse takes microscopic snapshots of the working surface at a rate of more than 1 000 images per second A partition is a logical division of a computer s hard disk A two partition hard drive would typically contain C and D drives Partitioning is particularly useful if you run more than one operating system or to clearly separate your data files from your installed software A PBX Private Branch Exchange is a private telephone network within an enterprise Under this system the calls between the enterprise members are local and the phone numbers are made up of 3 or 4 digits Companies generally choose this phone system for internal communication because it is less expensive than the regular network The users can still share a number of outside lines for making calls external to the PBX Glossary Term PC Card PCMCIA Pixel Processor PS 2 PSTN RAM 115 Definition A PCMCIA card The term PC Card is more widely used than PCMCIA See PCMCIA PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association is the name of the group that produced the specification for the credit card sized plug in boards for laptop computers The cards used to be called PCMCIA cards but as this was rather unpronounceable these cards are now termed PC cards An example of a PC card is a credit card sized modem A pixel Picture Element is a part of your screen Your screen is made up of thousands of pixels enabling you to see colo
34. ansmission types for the three colours on the display Windows XP Service Pack 1 SP1 provides the latest security and reliability updates to the Windows XP operating system and includes Internet Explorer 6 SP1 Windows XP SP1 is designed to ensure Windows XP platform compatibility with newly released software and hardware and includes updates that resolve issues discovered by customers or by Microsoft s internal testing team S video stands for separated video a video technique separating colour from luminescence rendering clearer imaging and requiring different cables and plugs than ordinary video Synchronous DRAM is a kind of dynamic random access memory running at a much higher clock speed than regular memory The amount of RAM that is available on your computer when you purchase it A recovery process that enables you to recover the hard disk image initially available on the computer Performing a system recovery is useful in the event of a serious system crash or if you want to modify the size of your partitions You can find the system recovery on the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc For more information please refer to the Guide to Troubleshooting and Using the VAIO Recovery Documentation Disc Glossary Term UPS USB VAIO VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc VGA WAN XGA 117 Definition A UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply is a device including a battery that protects your computer from data loss
35. before cleaning the computer As you may lose important data once your computer is damaged you should back up your data regularly Restore the original application programs from the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc On handling LCD screens m D Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD Be careful when using the computer near a window Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it This could cause malfunction Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The residual image disappears in a while You can use a screensaver to prevent residual images The screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The LCD is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen Precautions 108 On handling floppy disks E Q Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy
36. ble to use a printer you must first install its driver Many drivers such as the mouse driver come with the operating system A writable DVD based on the DVD R format that can be used to write a program or other data A writable DVD based on the DVD R format that can be used to write a program or other data Short for Digital Versatile Disc A type of read only CD with a minimum capacity of 4 7 GB maximum capacity can reach 17 GB This high storage power makes it the ideal medium for storing films A rewritable DVD based on the DVD R format that can be used to write erase and rewrite a program or other data approximately 1 000 times See http www dvdrw com for more information on the DVD RW Glossary Term DVD RW DVD RW drive DVI Ethernet EULA Help files Hyper Threading 112 Definition The DVD RW is a slightly different rewritable DVD format backed by a group of companies known as the DVD RW Consortium which includes Sony Its advantages include high compatibility high capacity and easy to use functionality Like the DVD RW it can be rewritten about 1 000 times However a DVD RW drive writes at a higher speed than a DVD RW drive See http www dvdplusrw org for more information on the DVD RW The DVD RW drive is both a DVD RW and DVD RW drive Stands for Digital Video Interface Accommodates analog and digital monitors with a single connector Using a DVI connector and port a digital
37. computer will result in damage to the computer and any repairs will be out of warranty User Guide o a o S Upgrading your VAIO computer 101 Adding replacing a memory module If you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer we highly recommend that you contact your dealer To add or change a memory module proceed as follows 1 Shut down the computer unplug it and remove any peripheral devices Wait for the computer to cool down 2 Open the unit see Opening the side cover page 96 3 To remove an existing memory module release the end latches and gently lift out the module as shown 4 Toinsert anew memory module remove it from its anti static package handling it only by the edges Upgrading your VAIO computer 102 5 Locate the notch on the bottom edge of the memory module Align the memory module over the slot making sure the module is facing the correct way 7 Press evenly against the memory module s upper corners The end latches snap into position automatically as shown 8 Reinstall any add on cards or components you removed 9 Replace the side cover as described in Closing the side cover page 103 There is only one correct way to insert the memory module Make sure the rivet of the module is lined up with the connector Use only PC2700 DDR333 DDR SDRAM DIMM modules Upgrading your VAIO computer 103 Viewing the amount of memory To view the amount of memory
38. d change the DVD playback settings proceed as follows 1 2 3 ul O On DD Connect the TV to your computer as described in Connecting a TV page 62 Go to Control Panel Click Appearance and Themes and then Display The Display Properties dialog box appears Click the Settings tab Click Advanced The NVIDIA GeForce FX dialog box appears Click on the GeForce FX tab Click nView Display Mode on the left Select the Clone mode check box Click Apply The image appears on both the computer and the TV display If you start playing a DVD with PowerDVD or Windows Media Player and then try to change your display settings you will experience major problems with the playback software To avoid this make all your display settings before launching the software Alternatively always select Clone under Display Properties gt Settings gt Advanced gt nView Display Mode Using your VAIO desktop Using the floppy disk drive Your VAIO desktop is equipped with a floppy disk drive Inserting a floppy disk To insert a floppy disk proceed as follows 1 Open the cover showing the Memory Stick icon on the front 2 Hold the floppy disk with the label side facing up 3 Gently push the disk into the floppy disk drive until it clicks into place TE AN 4 Close the cover flap 36 User Guide v o A 2 S g your VAIO desktop
39. default If you have a DVI and a TV connected the image is shown on both screens by default If you have a VGA a DVI and a TV connected the image will be shown either on both the VGA and the TV or both the DVI and the TV To change your display from VGA to DVI or vice versa proceed as follows 1 Connect the display s as described in Setting up the monitor page 22 or in the instructions delivered with the display if applicable Go to Control Panel Click Appearance and Themes then Display The Display Properties dialog box appears Click the Settings tab Click Advanced The NVIDIA GeForce FX dialog box appears Connecting peripheral devices 60 6 Click on the GeForce FX tab 7 Click nView Display Mode on the left 8 Select the Device Settings button 9 Click Select Output Device and select the required display 10 Click OK If you reboot after changing the settings as above the default setting returns and the image is shown on the VGAscreen again If you want the image to be shown on both the DVI and the TV after rebooting please disconnect the VGA Similarly if you have all three displays connected and want the computer to select DVI and TV when you start your computer simply make your settings again If you start playing a DVD with PowerDVD or Windows Media Player and then try to change your display settings you will experience major problems with the playback software To avoid this make all your d
40. disks away from magnets Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat On handling compact discs Q m E Do not touch the surface of the disc Do not drop or bend the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause reading errors Always hold the disc by its edge and central hole as shown Proper care of the disc is essential to its continuous reliability Do not use solvents such as benzine thinning agents commercially available cleaners or anti static spray as they may cause damage to the disc For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the centre out If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the centre out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Never put stickers on discs This will affect the use of the disc irreparably On handling Memory Sticks Q m u Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the label supplied with the Memory Stick as a label Do not bend drop or apply heavy shock to the Memory Stick Do not disassemble or modify Memory Sticks User Guide o a o S bP 109 Q Do not let Memory Sticks get wet Q Do not use or store Memory Sticks in a location subject to Q Extremely high temperatures
41. dy be used with an ever increasing range of compatible products including Audio systems Visual devices VAIO products CLIE handhelds Mobile phones Cooeoo There are currently three different types of Memory Stick Q The generic Memory Stick coloured blue Q The MagicGate Memory Stick coloured white Q The Memory Stick PRO You can purchase Memory Sticks from the Sony Style website http www sonystyle europe com or from your local Sony dealer Using your VAIO desktop 41 Why Memory Stick Sony s vision is to expand the world of communication promoting the portability of digital data The Memory Stick is the resulting medium through which digital devices can be instantly connected With it you can download data from any compatible device then transfer it to another in a single and instant transfer The main advantages of the Memory Stick are its m u Compactness with dimensions of just 21 5 mm W x 2 8 mm H x 50 mm D compatible products can also be small lightweight and attractive in their design Capacity its data capacity far exceeds that of a floppy disk Security its lock option means you can protect your data from accidental erasure Versatility memory capacity ranges from 4 MB up to 128 MB the equivalent capacity of 88 floppy disks and up to 1GB for Memory Stick PRO Reliability by way of protecting the hardware and its contents the number of term
42. e Select Video Capsules window For details refer to the Giga Pocket Help files and the online Giga Pocket manual Also used to operate the film roll when playing back Video Capsules on the playback deck For details refer to the Giga Pocket Help files and the online Giga Pocket manual User Guide v w fa o aq gt g your VAIO desktop 30 Button Function 25 CANCEL Closes the error message dialog box The window returns to its original size when displayed in full screen mode 26 RETURN This is a universal DVD playback function and is not used for Giga Pocket Use it to go back to a specified moment on the DVD as long as the DVD supports this function Using your VAIO desktop Using the optical mouse 31 Your computer is delivered with a VAIO PS 2 optical mouse which uses a light emitting diode LED instead of a ball Avoid using the mouse on a piece of glass or other transparent material as this can interfere with smooth cursor movement on the screen Function point click double click right click drag and drop scroll Action Move the entire mouse across a flat surface to place the pointer on an item or object Press the left button 1 once Press the left button twice Press the right button 2 once In many applications this action displays a context sensitive shortcut menu Hold the left button down while sliding the mouse Then release the button to dro
43. er You can find general troubleshooting points below but the VAIO Link website has more detailed advice including links to help files and DVD software manuals Always check the website if you are having difficulties www vaio link com If you are having problems with general recording perform the following checks Q Are you using the correct DVD recordable media Please check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your VAIO built in DVD recorder DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW Please note the possibility that some brands of DVD recordable media do not work Q Is there any third party DVD recording software installed on the VAIO If so remove all third party DVD recording software from the computer Are you able to read regular data music DVDs Check if you are able to read pre recorded DVD media Please note that combined drives i e DVD recordable drive and CD reader writer in one tend to be more sensitive than regular DVD drives for example a scratched DVD will work fine in a DVD drive but cannot be read in a combined drive Is the DVD recorder properly detected and functioning according to the Device Manager Go to Start right click My Computer and select Properties Click the Hardware tab and select Device Manager Open DVD CD ROM drives in the tree list Please note that the name of the drive can differ for each model If an exclamation mark is shown next to the drive or if DVDRW is not mentioned for the drive uninstall the DV
44. es add on cards and other components Follow the procedures here only at an ESD workstation Otherwise do not work on a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity such as cellophane wrappers Ground yourself by keeping constant contact with an unpainted metal part of the unit while carrying out any of these procedures Upgrading your VAIO computer 96 Opening the side cover To remove the side panel from the main unit proceed as follows 1 2 3 6 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices Unplug the computer from the mains Wait until the computer cools down The inside of the main unit becomes very hot during operation Wait for about one hour for the computer to cool down before opening the unit With the main unit s back panel facing you position the main unit on its left side Locate the tabs on the side cover and pull them up until the cover releases Slide the cover away from the unit and set it aside Upgrading your VAIO computer 97 Inserting a PCI add on board Your computer has an open PCI expansion slot This slot enables you to install an add on board to expand the functionality of your system Add on board configuration can vary To insert an add on board proceed as follows 1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 2 Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices 3 Remove the side cover as de
45. firm that it can be safely removed from the system Click OK You get the message that it is safe to remove the device Click Close Open the panel cover and press the PC Card release button once so it is extended and ready for use Push the PC Card release button to zap eject the card Gently grasp the card and pull it out If the PC Card release button is still out push it back in so you can close the front panel cover Using your VAIO desktop 54 Using power saving modes The colour of the power indicator light on the main unit tells you which mode the computer is in Colour Mode Blue Computer is in Normal mode Umber Computer is in Standby mode No colour Computer is turned off or in Hibernate mode Using Standby mode If you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time not overnight you can put it into Standby mode instead of turning it off completely Putting the computer into Standby mode saves energy and allows a quick return to normal computer use To set the timer for your computer to automatically enter Standby mode after a certain amount of time go to Control Panel click Performance and Maintenance and open Power Options To activate Standby mode manually use one of these two methods Use the Standby button 1 Save your work close all applications and close your Internet connection if applicable 2 Press the Standby C button at the top of the keyboard The computer goes into Sta
46. formation contained herein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user licence agreement Please note that the illustrations in this manual may not necessarily apply to your model Please see the Specifications sheet for the specific configuration of your VAIO Read this first ENERGY STAR As an ENercy STAR Partner Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STaR guidelines for energy efficiency The International Energy Star Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their office equipment The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily The targeted products are office equipment such as computers displays printers facsimiles and copiers Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark tN Environmental information Halogenated flame retardant is not used in cabinets Cushions formed by corrugated board are used in packaging Read this first Safety information Owner s record The serial number and model number are located on the back of your Sony desktop Record the serial number and the model number and refer to them if you call VAIO Link See also the printed Specificati
47. ically designed for wet locations Be cautious when installing or modifying telephone lines Q To disconnect your VAIO desktop completely from the mains voltage unplug the power cable Q Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible Optical disc drives The use of optical instruments can cause eye hazard As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes do not attempt any disassembling process For servicing refer to qualified personnel only There is visible and invisible radiation when the optical disc drive is open avoid direct exposure to the laser beam The disc drives are classified as CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTS and comply with the Laser Product Safety Standard EN 60825 1 Repair and maintenance only by authorised Sony technicians Improper repairs and use can create safety hazards Read this first Regulatory information Sony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European Directive 1999 5 EC radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment Directive CE Declaration of Conformity The European Union is targeting the free movement of goods for the internal market and to prevent technical barriers to trade This effort has resulted in several EU Directives asking that manufacturers make their products comply with essential standards Manufacturers are required to affix the CE mark on the products they sell and to draw up
48. ied with your printer for troubleshooting solutions Try a printer self test if available to see if the printer itself is still working properly For more information please consult the manual supplied with your printer Try reinstalling the printer Some printers have a specific installation procedure Please check the manual supplied with your printer Check that your printer is correctly configured and that you have up to date drivers If necessary contact your dealer The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers If you cannot print try changing the printer port mode as follows 1 2 oO N OURA UW Restart your computer When you see the Sony logo press lt F2 gt The BIOS setup menu screen appears Use the keyboard s arrow keys to select the Advanced menu The documentation delivered with your printer should give you the relevant port option Select I O Device Configuration or On board device Configuration then press the lt Enter gt key Select Parallel Port Mode then press the lt Enter gt key Select a printer port option using the arrow keys then press lt Enter gt Press lt F10 gt and save the new configuration Your computer restarts Getting help 93 If you still cannot print try resetting the printer connection as follows 1 Click the icon of the printer installed on your computer 2 Inthe Printer Tasks menu which has now expanded click Set printer properties
49. ility with other media MagicGate MagicGate refers to the copyright protection technology used by the MagicGate Memory Stick and other MagicGate Memory Stick compatible devices The Memory Stick Walkman and MagicGate Memory Stick work together to check the data and ensure it complies with copyright protection If no problems are detected the data is exchanged in encrypted form if authentication is not passed data cannot be exchanged or played back SonicStage SonicStage uses copyright protection technology designed to manage the digital music content downloaded to the PC from CDs the Internet and or other sources Software installed on the PC records music content in encrypted form onto the hard disk As well as allowing you to enjoy music on the PC this technology protects against unauthorized distribution on the Internet Since it is compatible with MagicGate you can use SonicStage to transfer music that you have downloaded onto your PC to your white MG Memory Stick and playback on other Magic Gate equipped devices and media Copyright protection People who create artistic works such as music are entitled to a copyright meaning that they have exclusive rights to dictate how their work is used When they are created artistic works are automatically protected by a copyright without having to submit notification or registration and may not be used without the permission of the person who created the work In the m
50. inals is reduced to only 10 pins This and the overall robust structure of the stick gives it a longer lifespan than other storage devices Durability the same Memory Stick can be used tens of thousands of times Forward compatibility the Memory Stick s current format is designed to be compatible with future products and higher capacity Memory Sticks Using your VAIO desktop 42 Generic Memory Stick The original Memory Stick blue in colour can be used to record image data taken with digital still cameras etc or data from the PC With it you can record play back and transfer various kinds of data at any given time Because it is easy to remove and transport safely you can use Memory Stick anywhere by inserting it into any compatible device to transfer and share the information you have saved For you this means you can expand the capabilities of your VAIO computer in the following scenarios Q With your still digital camera share your holiday pictures instantly by e mail Q From your handycam to your VAIO make the most of your captured moments with the VAIO s movie editing tools Q Carry pictures on you by copying image files from the Internet to your VAIO to your CLIE handheld Q With your voice recorder add your voice to e mails so your tone is never misunderstood The blue Memory Stick is currently available with a 4 8 16 32 64 or a 128 MB memory the equivalent capacity of 88 floppy disks
51. is too much background noise when you record sound you can adjust the microphone gain To adjust the microphone settings proceed as follows 1 2 In the Control Panel choose Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Click Sounds and Audio Devices The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties box appears Click the Voice tab Under Voice recording click Volume The Recording Control dialog box appears In the Options menu select Properties The Properties dialog box appears Change the setting in the Adjust volume for dialog box from Playback to Recording and then click OK Reduce the microphone level by moving the slider control In the Options menu select Advanced Controls and then click the Advanced button under Microphone Balance The Advanced Controls for Microphone dialog box appears Deselect the Microphone Boost check box and then click Close Close the Recording Control dialog box The unwanted noise should now be cleared Getting help 89 About the modem My internal modem does not work or cannot establish a connection Q Check that the phone line is plugged into your computer Q Make sure that the modem is the only device connected to your phone line Q Check that the phone line is working You can check the line by plugging in an ordinary phone and listening for a dial tone Q Check that the phone number the program is dialling is correct The modem dialling mode may be incompatible with your telephone line
52. isc If you hear sound but cannot see a picture your computer s video resolution may be set too high For best results change the resolution in the Control Panel Display to a lower resolution If you see the video but cannot hear sound check all of the following Q Make sure the mute setting is off in your DVD player software Q Check the volume settings under Control Panel Sounds Speech and Audio Devices If you have connected external speakers check the volume settings for your computer speakers and check the connections between your speakers and the computer Q In the Device Manager check that the correct drivers are installed properly To display the Device Manager Go to the Control Panel Click Performance and Maintenance and then the System icon In the System Properties dialog box click the Hardware tab A dirty or damaged disc may cause the computer to hang while it tries to read the disc If necessary reboot the computer remove the disc and then check that it is not dirty or damaged Getting help 85 On your computer the default DVD region code is 2 which is the region code for European DVDs Do not change this setting using the Region Code Change function in Windows or any other software application System malfunctions originating from the user changing the DVD region code are beyond the scope of your warranty and will result in service charges for repair I cannot record to DVD for models with a DVD writ
53. isplay settings before launching the software Alternatively always select Clone under Display Properties gt Settings gt Advanced gt nView Display Mode Connecting peripheral devices 61 Connecting a projector You can connect a projector such as the Sony LCD projector directly to your computer To connect a projector to your VAIO desktop proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the VGA cable not supplied into the VGA connector on the back of your computer and the other end into the projector you want to use 1 2 Plug the audio cable not supplied into the headphones connector identified by the symbol 2 3 Connect the power cord of the projector into an AC outlet 3 Xe Xe Xe xe Xe Xe Xe O 38 0 o 0 20 Ne te 10k rey fe Ke Ke 080 fe rey 080 080 086 086 080 0808 Rok Se Ke Ke fe Rok 08 fe ke fe GO fe 308 Ke Ke 30 Ke o O O Ke 8080808 0808080 0200000 0909090 0909000 0002000 20000090 0202000 0200000 0209000 200000909 200090009 30 080 ye Ke 9 24 98080 o Ke Ne Ne Ke re fey 8 85 80 80 080 fe Ke of fe fe fe Ke 0 fe Ke Xe fe fe O 0 0 fe fe O fe fe te fe ke fe O fe fe fey fe fe fey oO oO o This illustration may not correspond entire
54. k to DVD is a trademark of Sony Electronics Drag n Drop CD DVD is a registered trademark of Easy Systems Japan Ltd WinDVD for VAIO is a trademark of InterVideo Inc RecordNow is a trademark or registered trademark of VERITAS PowerDVD for VAIO is a trademark or registered trademark of CyberLink Corporation All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks are not specified Specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners Please see the printed Specifications sheet to see what software is available for your model
55. ly to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a TV 62 You can connect a TV directly to your computer See also Using the TV function page 23 and Using two screens while watching a DVD film page 35 In order to be able to use a TV screen you also have to enable the TV Out function Your VAIO desktop is delivered with a TV Out cable or converter cable which is for use with TV sets without an S Video port Connecting a TV that has no S Video port To connect a TV to your VAIO desktop with the supplied TV Out cable proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the TV Out cable into the TV Out port on the back of your computer Take your composite cable not supplied and connect one end to the inserted TV Out cable Connect the other end to the yellow coloured port Video In on your TV set The video output is now in place Connect the single end of your audio cable not supplied to the headphones port either on the back of your computer or on the connected speaker Connect the double end of the audio cable to the red and white ports respectively on your TV set The audio output is now in place and your TV is ready for use with your computer eC CE ou tour Owa Connecting peripheral de
56. n extension cord and that it is turned on Check that the monitor is properly connected to the main unit plugged into a power source and turned on Check that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly Check the power socket is working by testing it with another device e g a lamp or radio Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer indicates that the power is on If you cannot start Windows make sure there is no disk in the floppy disk drive Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly If you have plugged the computer into a UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply make sure the UPS is turned on and works Unplug all external devices and cables including the Internet connection Remove any extra memory modules you may have inserted since purchase If the message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to set up appears at the bottom of the display you need to initialise the BIOS Basic Input Output System Moisture condensation may have occurred Do not use the computer for at least one hour and then turn it on Getting help 78 The message Press lt F1 gt to continue lt F2 gt to enter setup appears at startup This message is telling you to initialise the BIOS Basic Input Output System To do so proceed as follows 1 2 3 Turn off the computer Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer Turn on the computer and press lt F2 gt when
57. nd with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment Disconnect the system from its power source and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you open the system Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage Electrostatic Discharge ESD can damage memory modules and other components Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work ina carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to install the module The package protects the module from ESD Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminium foil to protect it from electrostatic discharge bP 100 rading your VAIO computer 2 Do not place the memory module in places subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 35 C or less than 10 C High humidity Introducing any liquids or any foreign substances or objects into the memory slots or other internal components of the
58. ndby mode indicated by the umber light behind the System icon Use the Windows taskbar 1 Save your work close all applications and close your Internet connection if applicable 2 From the Start menu on the Windows taskbar select Turn Off Computer Alternatively press lt Alt gt lt F4 gt to get to the same dialog box Using your VAIO desktop 3 55 Select Stand By The computer goes into Standby mode indicated by the umber light behind the System icon To return to Normal mode choose from the following Q Press any key on the keyboard Press the Standby button again Quickly press the power button on your computer You can leave Windows running when using Standby If you press the power button for more than four seconds the computer will switch off completely When the computer is in Standby mode you cannot insert a disc The computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode Standby uses more power than Hibernate Using Hibernate mode If you are interrupted and need to leave your computer suddenly you can put it into Hibernate mode This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down in the normal way When you put your computer into Hibernate mode E Everything in the memory is saved to the hard disk The monitor and hard disk are turned off The computer is turned off The power indicator light turns off To set the timer for your compu
59. o install run or uninstall a software application Q Managing drivers explains how to install update or uninstall a driver 3 The Giga Pocket manual explains how to watch and record TV and video on your PC 4 Inthe VAIO Link Customer Service Guide you will find all the VAIO Link information you need including specific contact numbers for each country Further sources 1 Consult the Online Help files of the software you are using for detailed information on features and troubleshooting 2 Refer to the Microsoft Quick Start manual for more information on Windows 3 Go to http Avww club vaio com to find online tutorials about your favourite VAIO software Welcome Your Sony VAIO desktop and its accessories The following hardware items are in the box 1 Main unit 7 2 VAIO keyboard 8 3 Stereo speakers 9 4 VAIO optical wheel mouse 10 5 Infrared receiver for remote control 11 6 Remote control 12 See the printed Guide to Troubleshooting and Using the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc for details Power cable Phone cable Phone plug adapter country specific TV Out cable Documentation pack VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc The phone cable and plug adapter are used to connect the internal modem 11 Welcome 12 Ergonomic considerations Whenever possible try and take in
60. o start up your computer or to enter Standby mode or to resume from a power saving mode A green light indicates whether the Num Lock Caps Lock and Scroll Lock functions are active Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combinations ay lt F1 gt ay lt Tab gt ay lt D gt ay lt E gt ay lt F gt ay lt Ctrl gt lt F gt ay lt L gt ay lt M gt lt Shift gt ay lt M gt ay lt R gt ay lt U gt Function Displays Windows Help and Support Center Switches the selected button on the taskbar Displays the desktop Displays My Computer Displays the Search Results window to find a file or folder This is equivalent to selecting Search from the Start menu Displays the Search Results Computers window where you can locate other computers Locks your computer Minimises all displayed windows Returns all minimised windows to their previous size Displays the Run window This is equivalent to selecting Run from the Start menu Launches the Windows Utility Manager User Guide vn v o S g your VAIO desktop 21 Indicators Light On Off Num Lock Turns on when the number keys in the numeric keypad Turns off when the alphanumeric character keys in the are active keypad area are active Caps Lock Turns on when the letters appear in uppercase as you Turns off when the letters appear in lowercase as you type The lt Shift gt key lower
61. on the disc drive then restart your computer If the message Application not responding appears click End Now Please be warned that you will lose unsaved data If this happens regularly Q Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support Q Make sure the software is compatible with your equipment and operating system Q Try reinstalling the software Getting help 81 Windows locks up during shutdown There are many reasons why the Windows operating system may not shut down properly including incompatible or conflicting drivers damaged files or non responsive hardware To search Windows Help for troubleshooting information proceed as follows 1 From the Start menu select Help and Support 2 Click Fixing a problem 3 Use the browse and search functions to find a solution About Giga Pocket The Hardware Overlay Error message appears Q If another application is using the hardware overlay this means it is temporarily overriding your desktop settings and preventing Giga Pocket from launching Close the relevant application and relaunch Giga Pocket Q If you want to use Giga Pocket at the same time as another application make sure you launch Giga Pocket first as it needs prioritised access to the hardware overlay Q In Giga Pocket Explorer before clicking Make DVD or Send to gt Click to DVD close the main Giga Pocket window You can then proceed as normal Getting help 82 About
62. ons document Warnings General m TE E m E E E CO D Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions Opening the unit for whatever reason could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose your VAIO desktop to rain or moisture If reporting a gas leak do not use the modem or a telephone in the vicinity of the leak Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm The power socket outlet you are using must be installed near the equipment and must be easily accessible Do not move your computer while the system is in Standby mode The magnetic properties of some objects can have serious consequences for your hard disk drive They can erase the data on the hard disk drive and cause the computer to malfunction Do not place your computer near or on any objects which emit magnetic fields mainly TV sets Speakers Magnets Magnetic bracelets O Ooo Read this first Audio video m Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation Connectivity Q Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm Q Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specif
63. our own country This illustration may not correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly Using your VAIO desktop 26 Using the remote control Your VAIO comes with a remote control with which you can control Giga Pocket VAIO Media SonicStage and PowerDVD for VAIO Before you can use the remote control you must insert two AA alkaline batteries and connect the infrared receiver Inserting the batteries and connecting the infrared receiver To insert the batteries proceed as follows 1 Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow 2 Insert two AA alkaline batteries into the battery bay matching the polarities to to 3 Close the battery cover and slide it securely back into place To connect the supplied USB infrared receiver simply plug the end of its USB cable into one of the computer s USB ports as shown When using the remote control always point it directly at the receiver This illustration may not correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly l e gt fF 8 ANGLE SUBTITLE S
64. ousehold or business waste may be prohibited Please use the public waste collection system Welcome Welcome Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO desktop Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide you with state of the art personal computing Here are the main features you will be able to enjoy m Q E Exceptional performance Your PC includes a fast processor an internal modem and a fast Ethernet interface Dual drives Enjoy the freedom of two disc drives Sony audio and video quality The advanced graphics card and high quality external stereo speakers enable you to take advantage of today s advanced multimedia applications games and entertainment software Multimedia features Enjoy audio and video CDs and DVDs Giga Pocket Take advantage of the new Giga Pocket technology allowing you to watch TV and record your favourite programs digitally and by remote control Sony Memory Stick slot The next generation in digital storage allows you to easily transfer images sounds data and text between cameras computers and more Interconnectivity Your computer has Memory Stick USB 2 0 and i LINK functionalities Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 1 Your system includes the latest consumer operating system from Microsoft Excellent customer support If you are experiencing any problems with your computer please check the VAIO Link
65. ove a Memory Stick proceed as follows 1 Make sure the indicator light is not on 2 Push the Memory Stick in to release it and then pull it out VAIO 3 Close the cover flap Always remove the Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly You are recommended to remove the Memory Stick before shutting down the computer g your VAIO desktop lt _ PS 51 Using PC Cards Your VAIO desktop has a PC Card slot on the front panel that supports Type or Type II PC Cards PC Cards allow you to interconnect with portable external devices User Guide v v 2 S Using your VAIO desktop 52 Inserting a PC Card To insert a PC Card proceed as follows 1 Open the bottom panel on the front of your VAIO Insert the PC Card gently into the PC Card W slot with the label facing upwards The PC Card is automatically detected by your system and the Safely Remove Hardware icon appears in the taskbar Close the cover flap unless the PC Card peripheral prevents it You do not need to shut down your computer when inserting a PC Card Some PC Cards may require you to disable idle devices when using the PC Card You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card with this computer ake sure you use the most recent software driver provided
66. p the object Turn the central wheel 3 to scroll up or down a page Or press the wheel once to lock the scroll action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse the scroll function is available only with applications that support a scroll feature You can adjust the mouse pointer speed and other functions under Mouse Properties To display Mouse Properties go to the Control Panel select Printers and Other Hardware then select Mouse You can set the mouse up for left hand use See the Troubleshooting page 76 section for details Using your VAIO desktop 32 Using the disc drives Your computer is equipped with two separate drives See the Specifications sheet for details on your model The DVD RW drive reads data from and writes data onto DVD and CD The DVD RW drive reads data from and writes data onto DVD and CD The CD RW drive reads data from and writes data onto CD The DVD ROM drive reads data from DVDs and CDs The CD ROM drive reads data from CDs Coovcoo To insert a disc proceed as follows Turn on the computer 2 Press the appropriate eject button to open the drive The cover flap opens and the tray slides out 3 Place a disc in the tray with the label side facing upwards Make sure the disc is secure in the centre of the tray 4 Close the tray by pushing it gently or by pressing the eject button Using your VAIO desktop
67. patibility for USB 1 1 hardware There are USB ports on the front and back of your VAIO desktop To connect a USB device simply plug in the USB cable of the device into one of the ports on your computer USB devices are hot plug and play devices You do not need to shut down your computer prior to connecting these devices unless the manual supplied with the device states otherwise For some USB devices you need to install the software before you connect the device Not following this procedure might cause the device not to work properly For more information check the manual provided with the USB device You do not need to shut down the computer before connecting or disconnecting a USB peripheral Connecting peripheral devices 59 Connecting an external display You can connect multiple displays to your desktop each using a different port on the back of your computer E m Q an LCD screen using the DVI connector a CRT or LCD screen using the VGA connector a TV using the TV Out connector See also Setting up the monitor page 22 and Using two screens while watching a DVD film page 35 Please make note of the following viewing possibilities m Q Q If you have a VGA and a DVI display connected at the same time you can switch from one display to the other the default is VGA but you cannot display the image on both at the same time If you have a VGA and a TV connected the image is shown on both screens by
68. perly installed Check that the mouse is plugged into the mouse connector Note that the scrolling features work only with programs that use scroll bars Some programs do not support features usually available with the central wheel Do not use the mouse on a reflective surface such as a mirror or transparent surface such as glass Some surfaces do not allow the sensor to function properly because the irregularities are too small to be detected The best surfaces reflect but scatter light an example is a blank sheet of white drawing paper Otherwise use a standard mouse pad My mouse needs to be set up for left hand use To set your mouse up for left handed users proceed as follows 1 2 Go to Start select Control Panel then click the Printers and Other Hardware option Click the Mouse icon The Mouse Properties dialog box appears In the Buttons tab select the option button next to Switch primary and secondary buttons Click OK The new mouse settings are now in place Getting help 91 My keyboard does not work properly m m If using the keyboard delivered with your computer check that it is plugged into the PS 2 keyboard port on the back of the unit PS 2 connections are not plug and play which means that if you connect the PS 2 keyboard after starting your computer it does not work Shut down the computer and connect the keyboard before restarting the system I cannot use digital DV devices
69. pheral Connect the power cord only after connecting all cables Turn on the computer only after turning on all peripherals Notes on connecting Universal Serial Bus USB devices page 58 Q Connecting an external display page 59 Q Connecting a projector page 61 Q Connecting a TV page 62 Q Connecting an external microphone page 65 Q Connecting a printer page 66 Q Connecting a USB printer page 67 Q Connecting an i LINK device page 68 Q Connecting a digital video camera recorder page 69 Q Connecting two VAIO computers page 70 Q Connecting to a network page 71 Hot plug and play devices such as USB devices should be plugged in when the computer is switched on Connecting peripheral devices 58 Notes on connecting Universal Serial Bus USB devices You can connect a USB device for example a scanner or a printer to your VAIO desktop Your computer features the latest USB technology having been upgraded to USB Specification version 2 0 USB Specification version 2 0 increases device data throughput up to 480 Mbps 40 times faster than USB 1 1 devices With the increased speed you have the benefit of an additional range of high performance peripherals Even with multiple high speed peripherals connected to a USB 2 bus you do not have to worry about hitting the bandwidth bottleneck The new specification also inherits the current USB s Plug and Play and hot swapping capability as well as providing backward com
70. play You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness Ventilation Make sure you leave at least 25 cm of space behind and on the left of the main unit 5 And finally Remember to have breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons Using your VAIO desktop Using your VAIO desktop 14 This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer s internal and external devices m Ooo O0 0 OCC DO oOo 0 0 0 Locating connectors page 15 Starting your computer page 15 Shutting down your computer page 16 Using the keyboard page 17 Setting up the monitor page 22 Using the TV function page 23 Using the remote control page 26 Using the optical mouse page 31 Using the disc drives page 32 Using the floppy disk drive page 36 Using the modem page 38 Expansion capabilities page 39 Using the Memory Stick page 40 Using PC Cards page 51 Using power saving modes page 54 Using your VAIO desktop 15 Locating connectors Please see the printed Specifications sheet to identify connectors on your model Starting your computer Once you have all the components set up as described in the Getting Started guide you can begin to use your computer To start up your computer proceed as follows 1 Press the power button on your monitor to tu
71. ported by the DVD movie Each time you press this button the TV Recording deck images change to the television feed or to those from a device connected to the external input port such as a digital device or VCR You cannot change input sources while recording Displays the TV Recording deck and playback deck screens when Giga Pocket is in full screen mode Pressing the button again hides both the TV Recording deck and playback deck Starts recording the TV programs you are watching on the TV Recording deck Selects the recording mode Each time you press this button the recording mode changes from SP Standard Play to HQ High Quality For details on the recording mode refer to the Giga Pocket Help files Stops recording Used to rewind or fastforward the video tape while playing back Video Capsules These are DVD playback functions and are not used for Giga Pocket Use these buttons to skip to the next or go back to the previous chapter as long as the DVD supports this function Used to stop playback play and pause playback of Video Capsules appearing on the playback deck This is a universal DVD playback function and is not used for Giga Pocket The function of this button can vary depending on the DVD you are watching Displays the Select Video Capsules window Pressing it again hides the window For details refer to the Giga Pocket Help files and the online Giga Pocket manual Used to select a Cabinet or Video Capsule in th
72. ports are exactly fyoustart playing a DVD with PowerDVD or Windows Media Player and then try to change your display settings you will experience major problems with the playback software To avoid this make all your display settings before launching the software Alternatively always select Clone under Display Properties gt Settings gt Advanced gt nView Display Mode Connecting peripheral devices 65 Connecting an external microphone Your VAIO desktop does not contain an internal microphone If you need to use a sound input device for example to chat on the Internet you need to plug in an external microphone To connect an external microphone plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone port 2 identified by the symbol 4 ADO ADO VOEO SVDEOMDEO VHF UHF Ee UNE Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use This illustration may not correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly necting peripheral devices lt bP 66 Connecting a printer To connect a printer proceed as follows User Guide 1 Plug the printer cable into the printer connector on your computer 2 Plug the printer power cord into an AC outlet g uv U a o S 5 This illustration may no
73. quency signalling tone dialling is supported This illustration may not correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly Using your VAIO desktop 39 Expansion capabilities There are four expansion slots at the rear of your VAIO computer as follows 1 bottom slot CNR PCI slot containing the modem card and PCI PCMCIA card 2 PCI slot containing the Giga Pocket ports 3 Empty PCI slot 4 top slot AGP slot containing the graphics card The empty PCI slot allows you the choice of adding to the expansion capabilities of your computer See Upgrading your VAIO computer page 95 for more details You are strongly advised not to add hardware yourself Please contact your local Sony dealer for advice on changing the internal hardware components Using your VAIO desktop 40 Using the Memory Stick Your VAIO computer is designed to support the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is a compact portable and versatile device especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage Use the flash memory technology to download anything that can be converted into digital data such as pictures music words sounds movies and photographs Foreseen as the universal data storage device of the future the Memory Stick can alrea
74. r touch the surface of the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors Never put stickers on discs This will affect the use of the disc irreparably Using your VAIO desktop 34 Playing DVDs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVD ROMs you should follow these recommendations m m OO O Close all open applications before playing a DVD ROM movie You can play DVDs in both drives with the software PowerDVD for VAIO If you want to play a DVD and use Giga Pocket at the same time please launch Giga Pocket before PowerDVD for VAIO Do not switch power saving modes while playing a DVD ROM Do not use resident disc utilities or other resident utilities to speed up the access of discs because they may cause the system to become unstable Make sure that the screensaver is deactivated Region codes indicators are labelled on the DVDs to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc Unless a 2 or ALL is labelled on your DVD or on the packaging you cannot play the disc on this player Do not try to change the region code settings of the DVD drive Any difficulties caused by changing the region code settings of the DVD drive are out of warranty Using your VAIO desktop 35 Using two screens while watching a DVD film By connecting a TV to your computer you can watch a DVD film while still working on your desktop as normal To use the two screens an
75. rn the display on 1 2 Press the power button on the system unit until the blue power indicator light turns on 2 3 Push the power button on the speakers to turn the sound on 3 If you press the power button for more than four seconds the computer will switch itself off Using your VAIO desktop 16 Shutting down your computer It is important that you shut down your computer properly so you do not lose unsaved data To shut down your computer proceed as follows 1 2 Ta Click the Start button Click Turn Off Computer The Turn off computer screen appears Click Turn Off Wait for your computer to turn off automatically The power indicator turns off Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users If you are unable to shut down your computer Close all software in use Disconnect any USB devices Press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt at the same time If you have not changed the default setting you will enter the Task Manager Select Turn Off from the Shut Down menu to turn the computer off Alternatively press lt Alt gt lt F4 gt and select Turn Off from the screen that appears If this does not work you can press the power button for more than four seconds This will shut down the computer This operation may result in loss of data If you want to shut down
76. s 1 Plug one end of the i LINK cable not supplied into the i LINK port of the computer and the other end into the DV Out port on your digital video camera recorder 2 Launch the DVgate application see your Software Guide for more information On Sony digital video cameras ports labelled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camera recorder is an example your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently If your digital video camera recorder includes a Memory Stick slot you canuse it to copy images from the camera to your computer To do so simply copy images on the Memory Stick and then insert it into the Memory Stick slot of your computer just like using a floppy disk for example Connecting peripheral devices 70 Connecting two VAIO computers If you have adminstrator rights on your computer you can connect your VAIO desktop to another VAIO computer using an i LINK cable not supplied With the software delivered with your VAIO desktop you can copy edit or delete files on another VAIO computer that also has Windows XP installed You can also print a document on a printer connected to another VAIO computer To connect your VAIO desktop to another VAIO computer proceed as follows 1 Insert one end of the i LINK cable into one of the i LINK ports on the main unit of the VAIO desktop 2
77. s regarded in the audio video and IT industries as the most suitable interface for connecting computers and digital audio video devices such as digital cameras etc An ISP Internet Service Provider is a company which provides you with a user name password and telephone number in order to connect to the Internet Cache memory is RAM like memory that enables quick access to data that has already been read by the computer L1 and L2 are levels of cache memory in a computer A LAN Local Area Network is a group of computers connected together within a limited geographical area It enables users to share devices such as printers and information using one processor or server Short for Liquid Crystal Display Flat display technology using liquid crystals and light polarisation to provide sharp flicker free images on a screen comprised of millions of tiny cells Colour can be produced by two basic techniques Passive matrix is the less expensive of the two technologies The active matrix technology or TFT produces better quality but is also more expensive Short for Light Emitting Diode A semiconductor device that lights up when electricity passes through it Short for Messaging Application Program Interface A Microsoft Windows interface enabling you to send e mail messages It allows e mail access and distribution among applications MAPI compatible applications include a Send Mail or Send in the File menu of the application The ma
78. s the case of typed letters type unless you hold down the lt Shift gt key when Caps Lock is on Scroll Lock Turns on when the screen scrolls differently not all Turns off when the information moves across the applications support this function display normally Using your VAIO desktop 22 Setting up the monitor If your VAIO desktop is delivered with a monitor it may be delivered with a digital 15 or 17 LCD XGA TFT monitor or with a common analogue CRT monitor depending on your model and vendor For more information on how to use your delivered monitor refer to the user manual that came with it You can also refer to the section Connecting an external display page 59 Connecting the monitor To connect your monitor proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the monitor cable into the back panel of your computer 2 Plug the other end of the monitor cable into the back of your monitor The monitor is now ready for use Xe 08 89 08 202000 O O O is 105 80 80 Key 05 2 38 98 93 38 Kes Xe 282605 8 26805 8 9888 2883 10 20209 20209090 10 30 202020209 32808080808 200020000020909 9202000202020 0000000 2002090 E2202 There are two ports one for DVI screens and one for common VGA and CRT screens Make sure you are using the appropriate connector 2 280 S895 This illustration may not correspond en
79. scribed in Opening the side cover page 96 Locate the available expansion slot 5 Remove the screw and then remove the slot cover as shown Upgrading your VAIO computer 98 6 Install the add on board by plugging it into the expansion slot and secure it with the screw from the expansion slot as shown 7 Attach any internal cables that the board requires see the manual that came with the add on board 8 Replace the side cover as described in Closing the side cover page 103 9 Reconnect all peripheral devices and the power cord and then turn on the computer Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you add boards to your VAIO computer Upgrading your VAIO computer 99 Upgrading memory In the future you may want to upgrade the memory installed on your VAIO by replacing adding memory modules However we recommend that you do not install them yourself unless you are familiar with upgrading memory on a computer For memory upgrades use only PC2700 DDR333 DDR SDRAM DIMM modules Be careful when adding memory yourself Mistakes on installation or removal of the memory module may cause a malfunction Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components Before touching a memory expansion board remember the following m Q oO Handle the memory module gently The procedures described in this document assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers a
80. signal that is sent to an analog monitor is converted into an analog signal If the monitor is a digital monitor such as a flat panel display no conversion is necessary Ethernet is the most widely implemented local area network LAN technology The Ethernet system called 10BASE T provides data transfer rates of 10 Mbps megabits per second A more recent version of Ethernet called 100BASE T provides data transfer rates of 100 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet supports data rates of 1 gigabit 1 000 megabits per second EULA End User Licence Agreement is the name given to a licence governing the software on your computer The EULA can be found in the Read this first page 1 section at the beginning of the software guide or directly on the VAIO desktop Online Help files can be found within most software applications usually under a Help menu They contain specific information on the software in use and can be used together with the descriptions in your online Sony Software Guide Hyper Threading is a brand new technology giving the performance of two chips in one With it your desktop can run two different applications simultaneously or run a single application much faster than it would on a standard one processor box Glossary Term i LINK ISP L2 cache memory LAN LCD LED MAPI maximum RAM 113 Definition i LINK is Sony s version of the IEEE 1394 standard for high speed digital serial interface The standard i
81. t correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly Connecting peripheral devices 67 Connecting a USB printer To connect a USB printer simply plug the printer s USB cable into one of the USB ports on your VAIO desktop There are USB ports at the front and at the back of your computer Do not turn on the computer or the printer until all the connections are made These procedures do not apply to all printers If you do not have a printer compatible to these procedures please refer to the manufacturer s instructions on connecting and installing it This illustration may not correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly Connecting peripheral devices 68 Connecting an i LINK device Your VAIO computer includes a 4 pin i LINK port on the front of the system and a 6 pin i LINK port on the back of the system Use these ports to connect an i LINK device such as a digital video camera recorder or to link up two VAIO computers so you can copy delete or edit files Q The 6 pin i LINK port can supply power from the computer to the connected device Q The 4 pin i LINK port cannot supply power to a connected device The i
82. t for Extended Graphic Array a graphics standard An XGA board can provide up to 1 024 x 768 pixels and supports up to 65 thousand colours Glossary 118 Trademarks Sony BlueSpace NE DVgate Giga Pocket HotKey Utility Memory Stick Formatter PicoPlayer PictureGear Studio Network Smart Capture SonicStage Sony Notebook Setup Sony Style Imaging UI Design Selector VAIO Action Setup VAIO Edit Components VAIO Media VAIO System Information VAIO Web Phone Memory Stick the Memory Stick logo VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation Microsoft Internet Explorer Windows Movie Maker Windows Media Player Windows XP Professional Windows Home Edition and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U S and other countries i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection Adobe Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Premiere LE and Adobe Photoshop Elements are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under licence QuickTime is registered in the U S and other countries RealOne Player is a trademark or registered trademark of RealNetworks Inc in the U S and other countries PowerPanel is a trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd Symantec Norton Antivirus is a trademark of Symantec Corporation EverQuest is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc Clic
83. t use an ISDN cable It is physically very similar but its higher voltage of 12V may destroy the motherboard inside the computer For more information about connecting your VAIO desktop to the network please consult the Hardware troubleshooting section of the VAIO Link website http Awww vaio link com How to troubleshoot network problems For help on connecting to a network see your network administrator This illustration may not correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly Getting help 73 Getting help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony as well as troubleshooting tips for your computer Sony s support options Sony offers you several support options for your computer Sony documentation Please see the section Documentation pack page 8 for details on the printed and online documentation delivered with your computer as well as further sources of reference Other sources of information Q Online Help files Before contacting VAIO Link try to solve the problem by reading the user guides and help files supplied with the peripherals or software Q VAIO Link website which you can access if you have any problems with your computer http www vaio link com You will need to set up and configure your VAIO s internal modem before you can visit the VAIO Link website
84. ter to automatically enter Hibernate mode after a certain amount of time go to Control Panel click Performance and Maintenance and open Power Options Using your VAIO desktop 56 To activate Hibernate mode manually use one of these two methods Use the Windows taskbar 1 Save your work 2 From the Start menu on the Windows taskbar select Turn Off Computer Alternatively press lt Alt gt lt F4 gt until the Turn Off Computer screen is displayed 3 Inthe Turn Off Computer screen hold down the lt Shift gt key to reveal the Hibernate button Click Hibernate The computer goes into Hibernate mode the computer turns off Use the power button Q Quickly press the power button on the front of the main unit The computer goes into Hibernate mode the computer turns off To return to Normal mode quickly press the power button on your computer Operation returns to the same state as before You can leave Windows running when using Hibernate If you press the power button for more than four seconds the computer will switch off completely When the computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disc Hibernate uses less power than Standby Hibernate requires more time than Standby Connecting peripheral devices 57 Connecting peripheral devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of the following peripherals and more Before you connect a peripheral turn off both the computer and the peri
85. the computer for a short period only you can save power by using the Standby mode Go to Start Turn Off Computer and select Stand By see Using power saving modes page 54 for details g your VAIO desktop lt _ lt Using the keyboard This section describes the features of the VAIO keyboard 1 2 na ha 3 3 v a 5 0 ho o X i a S J JEJ SC ee Ie 4 maddede DOOU Alt H K 4 EJE JEJ 6 7 8 9 Cee to 9 9 ho 8 9 6 g your VAIO desktop lt bP Swiss keyboard If you purchased your VAIO in Switzerland your keyboard will have the following layout 1 2 a fra 3 3 5 v a 5 0 ho o X U a z S
86. the display My monitor does not display anything 0 O0 Q O O Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on Check that the monitor is plugged into the computer and to a power source and turned on Check that the power indicators on the main unit and on the screen are on Adjust the brightness of the monitor The computer display may be in Standby mode Press any key to activate the display If you want to use a digital display DVI you cannot use it at the same time as a VGA Either disconnect the VGA display and reboot your computer or change the settings as described under Connecting an external display page 59 The window I have just closed is still on the screen Q Press lt F5 gt to refresh the screen or Press the Windows key lt D gt twice to clean up the screen I cannot find the Windows taskbar Q Q Check that the taskbar is not hidden or minimised Move the cursor to each edge of the screen to retrieve the taskbar To change the default view of the taskbar and the Start menu proceed as follows 1 2 Click Start and select Control Panel Click Appearance and Themes then Taskbar and Start Menu The Taskbar and Start Menu Properties dialog box appears where you can make the required settings Getting help 83 I want to change the resolution of my display To change the resolution of your display proceed as follows 1 2 5 From the Start menu
87. tirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly Using your VAIO desktop 23 Using the TV function For details on using Sony s Giga Pocket software please see the dedicated online guide Your computer has been equipped with a TV tuner board In combination with Sony s Giga Pocket software it allows you to Q Watch record and play back analogue broadcasted cable and terrestrial TV programs all by remote control Digitise analogue video and audio using the S Video or composite and audio inputs Manage your video units capsules preview them and create multiple folders Set up a timer to record channels at a repeated time Suspend viewing TV time shifting Stream your recorded TV contents via Ethernet or WLAN to connected PCs Export your video capsules to MPEG2 MPEG1 and DVI AVI files View recorded clips on client PCs located in other rooms using PicoPlayer 0D O COCoocoo Copyright protection People who create artistic works such as music are entitled toa copyright meaning that they have exclusive rights to dictate how their work is used When they are created artistic works are automatically protected by a copyright without having to submit notification or registration and may not be used without the permission of the person who created the work This product incorporates
88. to account the following ergonomic considerations when using your new computer whether at home or in the office Welcome O OO 13 Position of the keyboard and mouse Place the keyboard directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 2 while using the keyboard or mouse not at an angle Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Place the mouse at the same level as the keyboard and use your whole arm to move it Position and viewing angle of the monitor Set the display at a comfortable viewing distance 3 Make sure the display screen is at eye level or slightly lower Use the display s tilting feature if available to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Remember to adjust the brightness setting of the display If you are using a CRT monitor make sure that the refresh rate is at an optimal level that is at least 75Hz Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support 4 Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning too far backwards Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare or reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots reflecting on the dis
89. ueries submitted in English User Guide v y a S 75 Can I submit my questions at any time Yes you can submit your questions 24 7 but please keep in mind that our e Support Team can only treat your queries from Monday till Friday between 8am and 6pm Is there a cost involved for using e Support No this is a complete free of charge service offered to all registered VAIO customers How do I know when the e Support Team has handled my query case As soon as your case has been dealt with by our e Support Team you will receive an email notifying you that your case has been updated Getting help 76 Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO desktop Many problems have simple solutions Please try these suggestions before contacting VAIO Link or your local Sony dealer You are recommended to print out this section and keep it for future reference About the computer and software page 77 About Giga Pocket page 81 About the display page 82 About discs and floppy disks page 83 About sound page 87 About the modem page 89 About peripherals page 90 About digital video captures and DVgate page 94 About i LINK devices page 94 CocOOOCOCODSO Getting help 77 About the computer and software My computer does not start m Coocooo O 0 O Check that the computer is plugged directly into a power source without a
90. unning Close any application that you are not currently using Increasing the system memory may also help The computer has two memory slots For memory upgrades use only PC2700 DDR333 DDR SDRAM DIMM modules For information on installing memory please see the section Upgrading memory page 99 Another option is to defragment the hard drive See the Windows Help files for details or contact your system administrator if you have one Getting help 80 My computer or software program is not responding If you suspect one application is locking your system you can try to stop it as follows 1 4 Press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt simultaneously The Windows Task Manager screen appears Scroll down until you see an application with the status Not responding Select this application from the list and click End Task Windows tries to close the application If it fails to do so asecond dialog box appears Select End Task again If the above method does not work or you do not know which application is locking your system shut down the computer as follows 1 2 Q Click the Start button Select Turn Off Computer and then Turn off in the dialog box that appears If the above method does not work press the power button and hold it for at least six seconds This turns off the power risking the loss of unsaved data If your computer locks up while playing a disc stop the disc by pressing the eject button
91. urs and pictures on it The more pixels the higher the resolution and the better the image quality The processor is the brains of the computer it processes the instructions of your system s programs The processor is also Known as the CPU or microprocessor and can be found on the motherboard see this word of your computer A type of mouse or keyboard port stands for Personal System 2 PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network refers to the plain old telephone service the national telecommunication networks implementing voice transmission by using analog signals Short for Random Access Memory the memory used to run programs and store data in current use RAM is the fastest kind of memory to read from and write to Information stored in RAM is lost when you turn off the computer The higher the RAM capacity the faster your current data can be processed Glossary Term Resolution RGB signal cable Service pack 1 S video SDRAM Standard RAM System recovery 116 Definition The degree of sharpness and clarity of an image Resolution is expressed in pixels Frequent computer screen resolutions are 640 x 480 pixels VGA resolution appropriate for a 14 inch screen 800 x 600 appropriate for a 15 inch screen 1 024 by 768 appropriate for a 17 inch screen and 1 280 by 1 024 LCD displays usually use a higher resolution than a CRT of the same size RGB stands for Red Green Blue A cable that requires separate tr
92. usic world however illegal acts of distributing music without the permission of the artist Using your VAIO desktop 45 particularly on the Internet have recently been on the increase That is why the Recording Industry Association of America RIAA took the initiative to organize a forum called Secure Music Digital Initiative SDMI to study technology for protecting copyrights during the electronic distribution of music Sony offers the MagicGate Memory Stick and Memory Stick Walkman with a copyright protection function that complies with SDMI standards thereby providing an environment where individuals can record and enjoy third party music data without worrying about copyright infringement Literary works that are recorded by individuals are permitted for private usage only Compatible devices There are nearly 80 Memory Stick enabled products on the market or announced for introduction world wide ranging from camcorders and portable music players to voice recorders and many other electronic devices You can currently use Memory Sticks with the following Sony products Visual Q Cybershot digital camera Mavica digital camera Q PC TRV and VX series digital video cameras Q LC data projector Audio Q MS Walkman Q MS Hi fi system Q Network Walkmans Q Voice recorders Other Q VAIO notebooks Q VAIO desktops User Guide v a o S g your VAIO desktop CLIE Handheld Entertainment
93. vices 63 This illustration may not correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the ports are exactly If you start playing a DVD with PowerDVD or Windows Media Player and then try to change your display settings you will experience major problems with the playback software To avoid this make all your display settings before launching the software Alternatively always select Clone under Display Properties gt Settings gt Advanced gt nView Display Mode Connecting a TV that has a S Video port To connect a TV to your VAIO desktop with an S Video cable not supplied proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the S Video cable into the TV Out port on the back of your computer 2 Plug the other end of the S Video cable into your TV s S Video port Connecting peripheral devices 64 To enable TV Out proceed as follows 1 Goto Control Panel 2 Click Appearance and Themes 3 Click Display The Display Properties dialog box appears 4 Click the Settings tab 5 Click Advanced The NVIDIA GeForce FX dialog box appears 6 Click on the GeForce FX tab 7 Click nView Display Mode on the left 8 Select Clone and click Apply This illustration may not correspond entirely to the configuration of your model Please check the section Back Panel of your printed Specifications sheet to see where the
94. ximum amount of RAM that your computer can contain Once this amount is reached you can no longer add additional RAM to your computer Glossary Term Motherboard MPEG Operating system Optical mouse Partition PBX 114 Definition The motherboard is the main circuit board inside your computer It holds the CPU the BIOS the memory and so on MPEG or Moving Pictures Experts Group is a standard for audio visual compression of video sequences MPEG achieves high compression rates by storing only the changes from one frame to another The decrease in data is generally imperceptible to the human eye MPEG 1 was developed for digital storage of video and audio data on CD ROM MPEG 2 achieves better image and audio quality and is more targeted to TV broadcasting and DVD The operating system is software that manages all the other programs in a computer It defines how the computer reads and writes information to its disks and other hardware Windows 2000 Windows Millennium Edition Windows XP Professional and Windows XP Home Edition are examples of operating systems found on VAIOs An optical mouse is an advanced computer pointing device that uses a light emitting diode LED an optical sensor and digital signal processing DSP in place of the traditional mouse ball and electromechanical transducer Movement is detected by sensing changes in reflected light rather than by interpreting the motion of a rolling sphere The optic

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