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VAIO Computer User Guide Safety Information and Caution To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive Laser Diode Properties ❑ Laser Output (CD-RW) 0.7mW(Read) Laser Output (DVD-ROM) 0.5mW(Read) Wave Length (CD-RW) 785nm Wave Length (DVD-ROM) 660nm 18mW (Write) Caution - The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
❑ Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une prise téléphonique dans un endroit mouillé à moins que la prise soit conçue à cet effet. ❑ Ne jamais toucher un fil téléphonique à découvert ou un terminal à moins que la ligne téléphonique n’ait été débranché de l’interface réseau. ❑ Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez ou modifiez les lignes téléphoniques. ❑ Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage électrique.
VAIO Computer User Guide Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-J120 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Rd Oradell, NJ 07649 Telephone: 201-930-6972 This phone number is for FCC-related matters only. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area. If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
VAIO Computer User Guide DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM BATTERY You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada. Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users satisfaction.
VAIO Computer User Guide avoir recours à un service d’inspection des installations électriques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas. AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface.
Welcome Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. This online User Guide contains information about the software applications included with your system, contact information for software vendors, and the specifications for your computer. Choosing an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer.
VAIO Computer User Guide ❑ Viewing angle of the display — Position the display 18 to 26 inches directly in front of you, with the top of the screen at or a little below eye level. Use the display’s tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position. ❑ Lighting — Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display.
Welcome Front Panel Overview The front panel of your VAIO Computer provides access to the floppy disk and CD-RW/DVD combo drives. Front Panel Controls (PCV-J120) 5 1 6 2 7 3 4 1 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 2 Floppy disk drive access indicator light Lights in green while reading/writing data from/to a floppy disk.
VAIO Computer User Guide 3 Power switch and indicator light Turns the computer on/off. The indicator light is green while the power is on and amber when the computer is in standby mode. 4 Hard disk drive access indicator light Lights in amber while reading/writing data from/to the hard disk. 5 CD-RW/DVD combo drive Reads data from a CD or DVD and writes data to a CD-R or CD-RW disc. 6 CD-RW/DVD combo drive eject button Ejects a CD or DVD. 7 Floppy disk eject button Ejects the floppy disk.
Welcome Back Panel Overview The ports for supplied and optional accessories are on your computer’s back panel. The icons on the back panel help locate and identify the ports. Back Panel PCV-J120 1 2 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 11 14 15 1 PS/2® mouse port Connection for a PS/2 mouse. 2 PS/2 Keyboard port 3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (3) 4 i.LINK 6-pin (IEEE1394) port Connection for a keyboard. Connection for a USB device.
VAIO Computer User Guide 5 Printer port 6 Monitor port Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner. Connection for a standard CRT display. 7 Headphones jack Connection for the supplied speakers or optional headphones. 8 Line in jack Connection for an audio device. 9 Serial port Connection for a compatible serial device, such as a digital still camera. 10 Microphone (MIC) jack Connection for a microphone (optional).
Welcome Warning: Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel. Connect only 10Base-T and 100Base-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload and can cause a malfunction, excessive heat or fire in the port. For help on connecting to a network, see your network administrator.
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VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer’s Shortcut keys (S Keys) and i.LINK® interface. The programmable S Keys come with the following applications as their default settings: ❑ S1 — Outlook Express ❑ S2 — Internet Explorer ❑ S3 — Media Bar DVD Player ❑ S4 — PictureGear ❑ S5 — DVgate Motion ❑ S6 — Help/Demo All six buttons are reprogrammable.
VAIO Computer User Guide ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting i.
VAIO Action Setup Changing the Window Design of Sony Software To change the window design 1 From the Start menu, point to Settings, and then click on Control Panel. 2 Click UI Design Selector. 3 Click << or >> and select the desired design. 4 Click Apply. 5 The “UI Design Selector” window design changes. The window design for your Sony software will match the “UI Design Selector” window. 6 To try another selection, click << or >> and then click OK.
VAIO Computer User Guide Changing Designs of VAIO Wallpaper The background image for your VAIO computer’s operating system changes automatically, based on the time of day and the season of the year. The default wallpaper setting for your system consists of three different wallpaper images. The image changes three times daily, based on your local computer time.
VAIO® AV Applications VAIO® AV Applications Your VAIO computer comes with a collection of audio and video (AV) applications that make it easy to use advanced multimedia formats. This section describes these VAIO AV applications. DVgate™ Sony Electronics, Inc. DVgate software makes it easy to edit digital videos. You can grab and edit digital video clips and then assemble them into a polished home video that everyone can enjoy.
VAIO Computer User Guide Smart Capture Sony Electronics, Inc. Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart Capture manages the i.LINK® connection between your computer and a Sony Digital Handycam Camcorder, or other cameras that support the i.LINK interface. Smart Capture allows you to capture and compress video or still images that you can save or share via e-mail. Captures are low resolution, making it ideal for e-mail. For high-quality captures, use DVgate. ✍ i.
VAIO® AV Applications MovieShaker™ This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any knowledge of film editing. In a few simple steps, motion pictures can be combined with special effects, still images, and music files, and then saved in a format compatible with most computers. Main Window Working Panel Editing trays Clip tray Help Product tray Trash Importing Images and Sound Clips 1 Click (File Import) or (DV Import). 2 Find the file you want to add.
VAIO Computer User Guide Create a Movie using Shaker After adding clip(s) to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the Shaker feature. Shaker randomly selects clips from the Clip tray to create a 30-second scene. 1 Click the Shaker tab. 2 Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shaker tray. Shaker tray 3 Click . A thirty second scene is automatically generated and saved to the Product tray. 4 To preview, switch the Work Panel to Product tray mode and press play.
VAIO® AV Applications Editing Clips and Scenes You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the length of clips. Working Panel Sound Color Monitor Speed Effect Palette Trim Palette Play Effect Knobs Adding effects to a scene or a clip 1 Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel. 2 Select the Effects tab from the Editing tray.
VAIO Computer User Guide Saving a Movie 1 Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for more details on saving movies. 2 Click Export. 3 Select the format in which you want the document to be saved. 4 Click Next. 5 Locate the folder to which you want the file saved. 6 Name the file. 7 Click Save. Exporting movies may take a long time to complete—“Save movie as DV” (Digital Video) takes the longest and Quick-Save is the fastest.
VAIO® AV Applications PictureGear™ PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to see all the images stored in any directory on your computer. Thumbnail views provide quick reminders of your pictures. Brighten, contrast, enhance, resize, crop, and color-correct your pictures. Create panoramic views, animations, screen savers, wallpaper, still pictures from MPEG, and even HTML photo albums. Managing Your Pictures Use the collection feature to manage your pictures.
VAIO Computer User Guide Using Panorama Maker Panorama Maker stitches a group of still images into a 360 degree panoramic picture. The source images should be the same size and overlap 20%. How to stitch a panoramic picture: 1 Gather the source images into the same folder or collection. 2 Select the images you want to use. ✍ Sony recommends creating your panoramic picture with 12 landscaped or 16 portrait pictures. 3 From the Utilities menu select Panorama Maker.
VAIO® AV Applications OpenMG™ Jukebox 2.0 OpenMG Jukebox is a software application that utilizes Sony Corporation’s copyright protection technology. OpenMG Jukebox maintains the holder’s copyrights by preventing unauthorized distribution of digital audio files. OpenMG Jukebox software lets you play and record audio CDs and import digital audio files while maintaining the copyright information of the contents.
VAIO Computer User Guide ✍ To protect your personal data, Sony uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), an encryption protocol for communication between your browser and Sony’s World Wide Web (WWW) server. If you are accessing the Internet from an enterprise Local Area Network (LAN), you may not be able to use SSL due to the proxy server of the LAN. Contact your network administrator for more information. Starting OpenMG Jukebox 2.
VAIO® AV Applications OpenMG Jukebox main window 2 1 3 http://www.cddb.com 4 1 5 Feature tabs 6 5 Changes the screen view according to the selected feature. 2 Player control buttons Playlist drop-down list Displays available playlists and audio files of the current feature tab. 4 Internet address drop-down list Displays Internet addresses, if available. You can click on the “Go to URL link” button to immediately connect to Web site.
VAIO Computer User Guide Recording a CD You can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists in OpenMG Jukebox. ✍ When you record from an audio CD on your CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive for the first time, the “CD Drive Optimization” dialog box appears. Click Start to verify your CD-RW/ DVD-ROM drive. After the verification is performed, recording begins. 1 Insert an audio CD into your system’s CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. 2 Click the CD tab.
VAIO® AV Applications ✍ You can display the name of the CD and its songs by clicking on the CD Info button. Transferring Songs (Check-in/Check-out) You can transfer songs between the playlists of your OpenMG Jukebox and external devices or media. For more information on using your external devices or media, see the documentation that came with the product. These instructions are for using the Check-in/Check-out 1 step mode.
VAIO Computer User Guide 3 Select the playlist that has the song that you want to check out. The songs in the playlist are shown in the Playlist view panel located in the center of the Check-In/Out tab window. 4 From the Playlist view panel, select the song to be checked out. To check out more than one song at a time, hold down the Ctrl key and click on the additional songs. 5 Click (Out), or drag the song to the desired position in the song list of the external device or media. Check-out begins.
VAIO® AV Applications For more information about using OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 software, go to the online OpenMG Jukebox Help. You can access the online help file using either of the following instructions: ❑ Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar, point to Programs, point to OpenMG Jukebox, and then click on OpenMG Jukebox Help. ❑ From the OpenMG Jukebox Help menu, select OpenMG Jukebox Help. Additional Features ❑ OpenMG Jukebox Tutorial — The features of OpenMG Jukebox 2.
VAIO Computer User Guide Smart Capture Smart Capture is a Sony-designed application that manages the i.LINK connection between your computer and an i.LINK-compatible digital camera or camcorder. You can capture and enhance video or still images to share with your family and friends over the Internet or through e-mail. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.
VAIO® AV Applications Smart Capture main window 1 2 3 4 8 5 6 7 1 Mode indicator 5 Displays the current mode (Still or Net Movie). 2 Mode dial Connects you directly to the online Smart Capture help. 6 Switches Smart Capture from Still mode to Net Movie mode with a single click of your mouse. 3 Options button Effects button Displays the special effects that you can apply to your pictures or video clips. Capture button Captures your individual still images in the same manner as a camera.
VAIO Computer User Guide Using Still mode 1 From the Start button, point to Programs, point to Smart Capture, and then click on Smart Capture. The Smart Capture main window appears. 2 Connect your i.LINK-compatible digital camera or camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable. An image appears in the Smart Capture main window. ✍ The Smart Capture main window opens with a blue screen image, indicating that there is no data input from a digital camera or camcorder.
VAIO® AV Applications 5 ❑ Image Size: — Select the image size, horizontal by vertical in pixels. ❑ Image Quality: — Set the quality of your pictures as they are being saved by selecting Fine, Standard or Economy image quality. ❑ Destination: — Select a file destination for your pictures. Click on the Effects button to select a special image effect. The Effect Setting window appears. Use the drop-down list to view and customize the available effects.
VAIO Computer User Guide on the Capture button. The Still Viewer window appears. You can capture one picture or several pictures at a time. Still Viewer window 2 Click on the arrows or drag the scroll bar to view the pictures. As each image is captured, it displays in the Still Viewer window with a balloon for your comments and an identifying number in the viewer’s queue.
VAIO® AV Applications ❑ Save — Click on the Save button to save your still image in a variety of formats, to a location of your choice. ✍ You must be connected to the Internet before attempting to upload or e-mail your still images or videos. Using Net Movie mode 1 From the Start button on the Windows taskbar, point to Programs, point to Smart Capture, and then click on Smart Capture. The Smart Capture main window appears. 2 Connect your i.LINK-compatible digital camcorder to your computer with an i.
VAIO Computer User Guide 5 ❑ Format: — You can adjust the compression rate for your movies in MPEG1 format or choose the AVI option for no compression. You can also set the maximum recording time for your movie capture. ❑ Destination: — Select a file destination for your movies when recording video clips. ❑ Capture Button: — Set the characteristics of the Capture button. You can start and stop recording by pressing the Capture button (this is the default characteristic).
VAIO® AV Applications Movie Player window 3 You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by using the play, pause and stop buttons. Click on the arrows or drag the scroll bar to view your movie. Each frame is displayed with an identifying number in the queue. Managing your movie in Net Movie mode From the Movie Player window, you can perform various functions using the task buttons: ❑ Delete — Discard any frame or the entire movie by clicking on the Delete button.
VAIO Computer User Guide Using ImageStation™ ImageStation is a free online service that allows you to store your pictures and movies on the Internet to share with family and friends. ImageStation requires an Internet connection and registration for the Web-based service. You must be connected to the Internet before uploading your pictures or movies with Smart Capture and ImageStation. Uploading with Movie Player 1 Click on the Upload Button in Movie Player.
VAIO® AV Applications Uploading with Still Viewer 1 Click on the Upload button in Still Viewer. The ImageStation Login window appears. ImageStation Login window 2 For first time users, the ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you are already a registered member, provide your login name and password. The Image Uploader window appears.
VAIO Computer User Guide 3 From the Still Viewer or Movie Player window, click on the Upload button to transfer your pictures or movies to the ImageStation Web site. The Image Uploader windows displays your Internet connection and upload status. Click on to see thumbnail previews of your pictures or movies. ✍ The ImageStation preview feature is available when you upload two or more pictures or a movie. No preview is shown if a single picture is being uploaded. 4 48 Go to http://www.imagestation.
VAIO® AV Applications VisualFlow™ VisualFlow is a Sony state-of-the-art multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound files stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow plays a selected movie or sound file, and enables playback of files by other applications like PictureGear™, PictureToy™, Memory Stick Slideshow and Windows® Explorer.
VAIO Computer User Guide DVgate™ Connecting a digital video camera recorder Before connecting a digital video camera recorder to your computer, turn off the power on the camera. After connecting the camera, turn the power back on. You do not need to turn off the computer when connecting a camera.
VAIO® AV Applications When recording AVI files to tape ❑ Do not use DVgate software when the connected digital video device is in Timer Recording mode, as this could produce a malfunction in the device. ✍ You can record only AVI files. MPEG files cannot be recorded. ❑ To avoid recording problems, such as a single frame appearing in multiple frames, close other applications on your system while recording. ❑ You cannot use different audio modes on the same tape.
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Configuring Your VAIO Computer Configuring Your VAIO Computer Hard Disk Drive Partition In order to improve the performance of the DVgate™ software, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The DVgate™ software saves files to the D partition. This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition. To maintain optimum DVgate™ performance, you should defragment your D partition regularly.
VAIO Computer User Guide i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility Your VAIO computer has a 6-pin i.LINK port located on the back panel of the unit. A 6-pin i.LINK port: ❑ can supply power from the computer to the connected device if the device is equipped with a 6-pin port, and ❑ supplies 10V to 12V. The total power supplied by the 6-pin i.LINK port cannot exceed 6 watts. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.
Configuring Your VAIO Computer To connect an i.LINK (IEEE1394) device 1 Use the symbol to locate the i.LINK port. 2 Plug the i.LINK cable into this port. Connecting an i.LINK device ✍ See the manual that came with your i.LINK (IEEE1394)-equipped device for more information on installation and use.
VAIO Computer User Guide Enabling Ethernet Your computer comes with a preinstalled Ethernet interface. To enable faster startup, your computer may ship with this function disabled. You may enable Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below. To enable the Ethernet connection 1 Click on My Computer icon on the desktop. 2 Click on Control Panel, and then click on System. 3 Click the Device Manager tab.
System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s) System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s) System Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics The System Recovery CD program allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics The Application Recovery CD program allows you to reinstall individual applications.
VAIO Computer User Guide To use the System Recovery CD(s) ✍ You need to complete the Windows registration process when you use the System Recovery CD(s). 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-RW drive. ✍ The System Recovery utility boots from the CD-RW drive. It must be in the drive when you turn on the computer. 2 Shut down your computer. 3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer. 4 Type the letter “O” to signify you have read and accepted the Microsoft EndUser License Agreement.
System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s) Using the Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD utility allows you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are erased. Reinstalling an individual software title may correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer or software application. You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive.
VAIO Computer User Guide Using the Driver Recovery CD The Driver Recovery CD utility allows you to reinstall individual drivers and repair software applications if they become corrupted or are erased. You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer, hardware, or software application. VAIO Support Agent, an application repair utility, uses a vault feature on the Driver Recovery CD during its software healing process.
VAIO Support Agent VAIO Support Agent VAIO Support Agent helps you repair your own software problems without the assistance of a support analyst. VAIO Support Agent's advanced diagnostic technology identifies and tracks characteristics of your software applications, Internet configuration, and operating system components. These diagnostics protect and store information in a retrievable format that allows you to restore your software to a previous working state.
VAIO Computer User Guide Using the Quick Fix Wizard The Quick Fix Wizard automatically checks your system when a problem occurs and works to bring your software back to a previous working state. 1 From the VAIO Support Agent main window, click the Quick Fix Wizard button. 2 When the Welcome window appears, click Next. The “Quick Fix Wizard: Begin VAIO Support Agent Diagnostics” dialog box appears.
VAIO Support Agent Using Common Solutions Common Solutions offers automated, One-Click Fixes to repair common software problems. These solutions can integrate information such as knowledge base articles and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). You can run One-Click Fixes directly from VAIO Support Agent or from a Web browser. 1 Click the Common Solutions button. The Common Solutions dialog box appears.
VAIO Computer User Guide Automatic Updates The VAIO Support Agent utility remains active, running continuously in your system’s background. Every 24 hours, the Agent contacts the Sony Support Server to check for new updates or fixes needed for your system. This updating action only occurs while you are connected to the Internet and when more than 24 hours has passed since the last update. Every time VAIO Support Agent updates, the Agent Status Update dialog box appears and asks you to respond.
VAIO Support Agent ❑ Deny the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for the current update or fix. The Agent discontinues the current update retrieval but prompts again for your permission for the next scheduled update. Once you have given permission to update, the Agent contacts the Sony Support Server. The ambulance icon on your task tray blinks when the Agent finds an update or fix.
VAIO Computer User Guide Using Support Central The Support Central feature uses Internet resources to help you fix your software. Support Central searches the Internet for answers to your questions, additional information from knowledge base systems, and the latest software updates for your protected software. Support Central also lets you contact live support agents for additional help. 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 From the VAIO Support Agent main window, click Support Central.
VAIO Support Agent ✍ Support Central retains your registration information, so you are only required to register once. If you log on to your computer with a different user name or have recovered your system using the System Recovery CDs, Support Central may require you to register again. Support Central: Registration window Support Central has a tracking feature that stores the issues you are currently working on.
VAIO Computer User Guide Support Central: Current Issues Support Central has a tracking feature that stores the issues you are currently working on. When you log on to Support Central, a Current Issues page displays, allowing you to continue working on your open issues or to close them if you are finished. If you log on to Support Central with a new issue, or if you do not have any open issues, the Support Wizard appears. You can begin searching on the new issue.
VAIO Support Agent Support Central: Support Wizard ✍ For more information about using VAIO Support Agent, see the online Help.
VAIO Computer User Guide Software Applications protected by VAIO Support Agent In addition to the software listed below, your system's drivers, basic network settings and modem settings are protected by the VAIO Support Agent utility.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support. Topics Topic: My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power light is lit on the front panel of the computer.
VAIO Computer User Guide Topic: My computer or software program stopped responding. 1 Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to close the application that has stopped responding. 2 In the Close Program dialog box, scroll down until you locate the message “Not responding” next to an application. 3 Select this application and click End Task. Windows attempts to close the application. If the attempt is unsuccessful, a second dialog box appears. 4 Select End Task again.
Troubleshooting 2 Click on Troubleshooting and navigate to the subject(s) for which you want information. 3 When you find the appropriate information, close the Help and Support. Topic: How do I change the parallel port type to ECP, EPP, or bi-directional? You can change the parallel port type using the System Setup utility (CMOS Setup Utility). To access System Setup: 1 From the Start menu, select Shut Down. From the drop-down list, select Restart.
VAIO Computer User Guide ✍ Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD/DVD media. Adhesive labels may come off while the CD/DVD media is in use in your optical drive(s) and may cause damage to the unit. Topic: I cannot play a CD or DVD. ❑ After inserting your CD or DVD, wait a few seconds for it to be detected before trying to access it. ❑ Verify that the disc is in the tray with the label side facing up. ❑ Install your DVD/CD software according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Troubleshooting 4 From the Write Speed drop-down list, select a lower setting. 5 Click Close. Topic: How do I change the video resolution of my display? 1 From the Start menu, select Settings, and then click on Control Panel. 2 Click the Display icon and select the Settings tab. 3 Move the Display area slider to change the resolution. 4 Click OK. Topic: Why is there no sound in any application? There are independent controls for your system volume.
VAIO Computer User Guide Topic: My modem connection is slow. The computer’s modem uses Lucent 1648 technology/V.90. 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: ❑ Have your phone company check that your phone line is free from any line noise.
Troubleshooting 5 Select COM3. 6 Click More Info. If your modem is functioning, a More Info dialog box will display. If your modem is still not functioning properly, an error message will appear. ✍ You may need to reinstall the modem drivers. See “Using the Driver Recovery CD” in this manual. Topic: How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-Tone dialing? 1 Click the My Computer icon on your desktop. 2 Click Control Panel and then click Modems. 3 Click Dialing Properties.
VAIO Computer User Guide 6 If available, click the Advanced button under Microphone Balance. The Advanced Controls for Microphone screen appears. 7 Deselect the check box for 1 Microphone Boost, then click the Close button. 8 Close the Recording Control window. Topic: My mouse does not work. ❑ Check that the mouse is plugged into the MOUSE jack. ❑ There may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism.
Troubleshooting Topic: My keyboard does not work. ❑ Check that the keyboard is plugged into the KEYBOARD port. ❑ Close all applications and turn off your computer. Restart your computer. Topic: I cannot move, resize or hide the Windows® taskbar. Your system may ship with the taskbar moving and resizing feature disabled. To enable the feature, follow these steps: 1 Right-click on the taskbar and select Properties from the shortcut menu. 2 Click on the Advanced tab.
VAIO Computer User Guide ❑ Increasing the system memory may also help. The computer has two memory slots. For memory upgrades, use only 3.3V 64-bit PC-133 SDRAM DIMM modules. For information on installing memory, please see the section, “Adding Memory” . Topic: My i.LINK® device does not appear on the desktop. 1 Turn off and disconnect your device. 2 Reconnect your device. 3 Turn on your device. Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode.
Troubleshooting Topic: How do I install a printer? ✍ If the printer has a USB connection, do not follow the steps below. Contact the manufacturer of your printer for updates or other information that will resolve the problem. 1 From the Start menu, select Settings and then select Printers. 2 Click Add Printer. 3 Click Next. 4 Select Local Printer and click Next. 5 Select the appropriate manufacturer and model and click Next.
VAIO Computer User Guide Notes on Use On the Power Source ❑ Your computer operates on 100V–120V AC 50/60 Hz only. ❑ The total power draw of installed add-in cards must not exceed the specifications for the power supply. Do not overload the system by installing add-in cards that draw excessive current. The system is designed to provide 2 amps (average) of 5V power for each card in the system not to exceed a total of 10 amps.
Notes on Use ❑ Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the computer for a long time. ❑ Before touching anything inside the computer, turn the system off and let it cool for ten minutes. This will ensure that the processor heat sink will not be hot. ❑ Do not attempt to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts in the power supply.
VAIO Computer User Guide ❑ Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not place your computer on loose surfaces (such as rugs or blankets) or near materials (such as curtains or draperies) that may block its ventilation slots. Leave a space of at least 8 inches from the back panel of your computer. ❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Notes on Use On Moisture Condensation If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center.
VAIO Computer User Guide ❑ A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time. The image disappears after a period of time. You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images. ❑ The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. On Using the Hard Disk Drive ❑ Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock. ❑ Do not move the computer during operation.
For Answers to Your Software Questions For Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Acrobat®Reader, Adobe PhotoDeluxe®Home Edition (Adobe Systems Incorporated) Web site http://www.adobe.com/ phone 206-675-6126 (fee-based support) fax 206-628-5737 e-mail techdocs@adobe.
VAIO Computer User Guide McAfee VirusScan® (Network Associates, Inc.) Web site http://support.mcafee.com phone 408-988-3832 e-mail cybr@nai.com hours M - F, 9 AM - 5 PM CT PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro (ArcSoft, Inc.) Web site http://www.arcsoft.com; http://www.photoisland.com phone 510-440-9901 e-mail support@arcsoft.com hours M - F, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM PT Quicken® 2001 Basic (Intuit, Inc.) Web site http://www.intuit.
For Answers to Your Software Questions WordPerfect® (Corel Corporation) Web site http://www.corel.com/support/product_specific/wp9.htm phone 716-871-2325* hours M - F, 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM CT * Support from 1-716-871-2325 is fee-based. The on-line support is free of charge.
VAIO Computer User Guide Resources Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: QuickStart VAIO Computer Safety Information Online (Electronic) Documentation VAIO Support Agent Manuals and online help files that may accompany your preinstalled software Knowledge Database 90 Contains information on how to set up your computer quickly and easily.
Resources Sony Fax-on-Demand Software Updates VAIO System Reference Manual This service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions. You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics and then select the topics that you want to receive. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or fax software.
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Specifications Specifications Floppy Model PCV-J200 Processor 900 MHz* AMD Duron™ 40 GB ATA-100† Hard Disk Drive C/D Partition (Approximate) C = 16 GB / D = 24 GB Standard SDRAM 128 MB PC-133 SDRAM, expandable to 512 MB Video RAM Shared with system memory MPEG “Sony Tuned” MPEG Digital Video supports full-screen video playback Graphics SiS 730S graphics hardware acceleration Sound Capabilities SiS 730S hardware audio Floppy Disk Drive 3.5” 1.44 MB FDD DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 24X max.
VAIO Computer User Guide Model PCV-J200 Supplied Accessories VAIO Smart™ Keyboard PS/2® Wheel Mouse Speakers Power cord Modem cable Service 90-day limited service. See Warranty Card.†† Limited Warranty 90-day parts/labor standard. See Warranty Card.†† Power Requirements 200 watts maximum Voltage 100 V - 120 V~3A Dimensions 6.7”(w) x 12”(h) x 14.4”(d) (170 mm x 306 mm x 367 mm) Weight 18.7 lbs (8.
