VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide PCG-R505TSK, PCG-R505TS PCG-R505TEK, PCG-R505TE
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most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, 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.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Disposal of Lithium-Ion Battery You can return your unwanted lithium-ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ In some areas the disposal of lithium-ion 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. Also use Sony Customer Service on the web at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
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Contents 1 Welcome ........................................................... 15 Features .............................................................................. 15 Unpacking Your Notebook ...................................................16 Notes on Use........................................................................18 2 Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook .............................. 23 Locating Controls and Connectors ......................................23 Connecting a Power Source ...
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Connecting an i.LINK® Device............................................. 75 Connecting an External Display ........................................... 78 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device................. 82 Connecting External Speakers ............................................. 84 Connecting an External Microphone.................................... 85 5 Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook ............................
Troubleshooting audio .......................................................135 Troubleshooting the Printer ...............................................136 Getting Help .......................................................................138 9 Specifications ....................................................
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Welcome 1 Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with State-of-the-art personal computing. Features Here are some of the features your notebook offers: ✍ For complete specifications of your VAIO Notebook, see “Specifications” .. ❑ Exceptional performance — Your notebook includes a Mobile Intel® Pentium® III processor featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ technology* and a V.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Unpacking Your Notebook Remove the following hardware, documentation, and CDs from the box: Hardware Main Unit Power Cord AC Adapter Rechargeable Battery Pack Manuals ❑ VAIO® Quick Start — Contains details on unpacking and setting up your notebook, supplementary updates, and software information.
Unpacking Your Notebook Recovery CDs ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to reinstall individual applications or device drivers if they are corrupted or erased. ❑ System Recovery CD(s) — 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.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Notes on Use You will be using your notebook as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should comply with ergonomic guidelines in both stationary and portable environments. Ergonomic Guidelines ❑ Position of your computer — Place the computer directly in front of you as you work. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse.
Notes on Use Recommended Position Computer positioned directly in front of you Arms at desk level Wrists relaxed and flat Setting Up Your Notebook ❑ ❑ 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 ❑ Ambient temperature of more than 95º F (35º C) or less than 41º F (5º C) ❑ High humidit
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide ❑ Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup. Do not place your computer on porous 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 (20 cm) behind the back panel of the computer. ❑ If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside your computer.
Notes on Use Cleaning Your Notebook ❑ Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer. ❑ Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen. ❑ Clean the computer with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine. Handling the LCD Screen ❑ Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD.
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Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook 2 This section describes the controls and connectors on your VAIO Notebook and optional docking station, how to connect your notebook to a power source, and how to start and shut down your notebook.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Back 1 Battery connector Left 1 2 3 4 5 24 DC In connector USB connector Air vent Monitor connector Memory Stick® slot
Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook Right 1 2 3 4 USB connector Headphone jack Microphone jack 5 6 7 PC card slot Ethernet connector Phone line jack i.LINK® (IEEE1394) S400 connector Warning: Connect only 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the (Ethernet network) connector. Do not connect to the Ethernet connector any other type of network cable or telephone line.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Bottom 1 2 Battery unlock lever Battery unlock/lock lever 3 4 Reset switch Docking station connector Connecting a Power Source You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Using the AC Adapter 1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the computer. 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter. 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
Connecting a Power Source Notes on the AC Adapter ❑ Your computer operates on 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as a copy machine or shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that may occur during an electrical storm. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 2 Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the tabs and notches on the back of the notebook, and then slide the battery toward the computer until it clicks into place. Inserting Battery Pack Battery Grooves 3 Slide the lock lever into the LOCK position to secure the battery on the notebook. To charge the battery pack 1 Connect the AC adapter to the notebook. 2 Insert the battery pack.
Connecting a Power Source The battery indicator light on the front of the computer indicates the status of the battery pack. Battery Indicator Light Battery Pack (supplied) Battery Indicator Battery Indicator Light Status Meaning On Single blink Double blink Off The computer is using battery power. The battery is running out of power. The battery is charging. The computer is using AC power. ✍ Both the battery and power indicators blink when the battery is running out of power.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide To remove the battery pack You can insert or remove the battery pack while your notebook is on or off. However, if you insert or remove the battery pack while your notebook is on, make sure the computer is connected to the AC adapter. 1 Close the cover of the notebook. 2 Slide the lock lever to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the release lever to the UNLOCK position and slide the battery away from the notebook.
Connecting a Power Source ❑ Your notebook may not enter Hibernate mode when the battery life is low if certain software applications are active or if certain peripheral devices are connected. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode. ❑ Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140° F (60° C), such as under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. ❑ Battery life is shorter in a cold environment.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Starting Your Notebook 1 Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. Opening Notebook LCD Lock Lever 2 Press the power button located on the right side of the notebook until the green power indicator light turns on. ✍ (Windows Me only) The VAIO InitManager dialog box appears, when starting your notebook for the first time. Select “OK” to begin initial setup.
Shutting Down Your Notebook Shutting Down Your Notebook To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to shut down your notebook. 1 Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar. 2 Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box. 3 Select Shut down. 4 Click OK. ✍ Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents. 5 Wait for your notebook to turn off automatically. It is off when the power indicator light turns off.
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Using Your VAIO® Notebook 3 Using the Keyboard Although the notebook keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide The Notebook Keyboard Keys Key Description Numeric keypad area The numeric keypad area contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use this area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction. Note the following: • To activate the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key, which causes the Num Lock light to come on and remain on until the numeric keypad is deactivated.
Using Your VAIO® Notebook Indicators Indicator Function Power Light is green when the notebook is powered on, flashes umber when the notebook is in Standby mode, and turns off when the notebook is in Hibernate mode or is powered off. Battery Indicates the status of the battery, which is attached at the rear of the notebook. Memory Stick Indicates the Memory Stick slot is in use. Docking Station Indicates the Docking Station is in use.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Combination +F + Ctrl + F +M Shift + +R Fn + +M + Insert Function Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Find then Files or Folders from the Start menu. Displays the Windows Find: Computer window where you can locate other computers. This is the equivalent of selecting Find then Computer from the Start menu. Minimizes all displayed windows.
Using the Touchpad Using the Touchpad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touchpad. Touchpad Pointer Touchpad Right Button Left Button Actions Descriptions Point Click Double-click Right-click Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or object. Press the left button once. Press the left button twice. Press the right button once.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Using PC Cards Your notebook includes a PC card slot. PC cards allow you to connect portable external devices. ✍ Note the following: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ The PC card slot can accommodate one Type I or Type II PC card and is compatible with a CardBus. Some PC cards may require that you disable idle devices when using the PC card. You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” for details.
Using PC Cards ✍ Note the following: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Do not force a card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins. If you have difficulty inserting a card, check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation. Do not carry your notebook while the head of the PC card (such as a wireless LAN card) is out of the slot. Pressure or shock may damage the connector pins. See the manual that came with your PC card for more information on its use.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Do not choose a USB disk, Sony i.LINK CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, or Sony i.LINK DVD-ROM drive. (Windows Me only) If you choose to remove a USB disk, the internal Memory Stick becomes disabled. Follow these steps to reactivate the USB disk: 1. Open the Start menu and select Settings then Control Panel. 2. Double-click the System icon to access the System Properties window. 3. Click the Device Manager tab then click the Refresh button. 4.
Using Smart Connect Using Smart Connect Windows Me™ You can connect your VAIO® Notebook to another VAIO Notebook that has the preinstalled Windows Me operating system or the Sony Smart Connect 3.0 software preinstalled. You may use an optional i.LINK*® cable to connect the two systems, then use one computer to edit, copy, or delete files on the other computer. You can also print from a printer that is attached to either computer. Select the STD mode in Smart Connect 3.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide ✍ Note the following: ❑ ❑ When you connect two VAIO computers, you must assign each computer a unique name by which it will be identified when the two computers are networked together. If you have previously purchased a VAIO computer or notebook that does not have the Windows Me operating system or Smart Connect 3.0 software preinstalled, consult the Sony website for support options (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport).
Using Smart Connect 5 Turn on the notebook, and use the i.LINK cable to connect your notebook to another computer. 6 After you have finished the tasks you needed to perform to end the “smart connect” session, proceed as follows: ❑ Disconnect your notebook from the docking station. ❑ Disconnect the i.LINK cable and all other cables from the docking station. ❑ Set the i.LINK network switch to the unmarked side.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your notebook’s Jog Dial™ Control, Memory Stick® media, and i.LINK*® interface. An overview of some of the functions controlled by VAIO Action Setup is provided below. For more information on changing the settings using VAIO Action Setup, right-click the Jog Dial Utility icon or in the task tray and click Help Topics.
Jog Dial™ Control Using the Jog Dial™ Control This section explains how to use the Jog Dial Control. For information on how to change the settings of the Jog Dial Control, right-click the Jog Dial Utility icon or in the task tray and click Help Topics. Launcher Mode The Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application is launched or the Jog Dial control window becomes active.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 1 Rotate the Jog Dial Control to select the item you want, then press the Jog Dial Control. The Jog Dial Launcher window switches to guide mode and shows the function of the Jog Dial Control. Jog Dial Guide 2 Rotate or press the Jog Dial Control to use the desired function. 3 To select another item, repeat steps 1 through 3 above. Guide Mode The Jog Dial control window is in the guide mode when software is in use and the software window is active.
Using Memory Stick® Media Using the Jog Dial Control with Other Software If the software you are using does not support the Jog Dial Control, you can still use the Jog Dial Control to scroll or adjust the window size. Using a Dialog Box When a window such as Screen Properties is active, the Dialog box is displayed in the Jog Dial window. You can select an item in the window by rotating the Jog Dial Control. Pressing the Jog Dial Control is the equivalent of pressing Enter or Select.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide For music, which requires copyright protection, you can only use MG Memory Stick media with your notebook. You can also use MagicGate media-compatible devices to record and playback music when they are connected to your computer. You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media. For example, you can copy an image on to MG Memory Stick media that already contains music.
Using Memory Stick® Media ✍ At the default setting, Visual Flow application starts automatically when you insert a Memory Stick media. You can change this setting in VAIO Action Setup. To View the Contents of Memory Stick Media Click the Removable Disk (S:) icon under My Computer to see the contents of the Memory Stick media. Warning: (Windows Me models only) When copying data between Memory Stick media with different memory capacity, use the drag and drop method to copy data.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Write-protecting a Memory Stick Media Memory Stick media is designed with a write-protect tab to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or overwriting. Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write-protection. Write-protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media. Write-protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media.
Using Memory Stick® Media When Using Memory Stick media ✍ Note the following when using Memory Stick media: ❑ When the erasure prevention switch of the Memory Stick media is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded or erased. ❑ Before using Memory Stick media, back up important data. ❑ Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing the media.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Beware of the following when using Memory Stick media: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 54 Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise. Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects. Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media. Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to the media. Do not disassemble or modify the media. Do not allow the media to get wet.
Using Power Saving Modes Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide To activate Hibernate mode To activate Hibernate mode, press the key combination Fn+F12. ✍ (Windows 2000) The “Save to Disk Manager” screen appears, and then the computer enters Hibernate mode. ✍ Do not move the notebook until its power indicator light turns off. To return to normal mode To return to normal mode, turn on the computer by pressing the power button. The computer returns to its previous state.
Using a Phone Line Using a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet, and Sony Customer Support. ✍ In order to register your Sony VAIO® Notebook, register your software online, and use Sony Customer Support, you must connect the notebook to a phone line. 1 Gently peel back the rubber phone jack cover. Pulling the phone jack cover too hard could damage it.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Using the Local Area Network (LAN) You can connect your notebook to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX-type networks. For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, please ask your network administrator. Connecting to LAN Ethernet Adapter Warning: Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the (Ethernet network) connector. Do not connect any other type of network cable or any telephone line.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 4 This section describes how you can add functionality to your notebook by connecting it to a variety of peripherals, as discussed in the following sections: ❑ “Connecting the Optional Docking Station” ❑ “Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive” ❑ “Connecting an Optical Drive” ❑ “Connecting a Printer” ❑ “Connecting an i.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Connecting the Optional Docking Station Your notebook supports an optional docking station that provides the following: ❑ A floppy disk drive. ❑ An optical (CD-RW/DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM) drive, depending on the model you purchased. ❑ A rear connector panel that enables you to connect additional peripherals to your notebook as shown below.
Connecting Peripheral Devices Connecting the Notebook to the Docking Station You may connect your notebook to the docking station as long as it is not in power saving mode, i.e., Standby or Hibernate. Connecting the computer while it is in power saving mode may result in data loss or a computer malfunction. . ✍ Note the following before connecting your notebook to the docking station: ❑ Disconnect the VGA, USB, AC, and Ethernet devices from your notebook.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 3 Firmly press with your thumbs the two rear corners of the notebook, until your computer clicks in place and is securely fastened to the docking station. ✍ Be careful not to press the top of the notebook too strongly; the LCD display may be damaged.
Connecting Peripheral Devices Releasing the Notebook from the Docking Station Pull release levers on either side of rear corners of docking station 2 Remove the notebook from the docking station, while moving the computer slightly back to disengage it from the two front latches of the docking station.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide From the Start menu 1 Click the Start menu in the Windows task tray. 2 Select Eject PC to access the “Undock Complete” dialog box. Wait for the docking indicator light to switch off before undocking the notebook. ✍ Once the “Undock Complete” dialog box appears, continue on to step 3 to finish undocking the notebook. This prevents from leaving the notebook on the docking station in this released state for too long.
Connecting Peripheral Devices UNDOCK switch UNDOCK Switch 2 Release and remove your notebook as described in “Disconnecting the Docking Station when the Notebook is Off” . Beware of the following to ensure proper operation of your notebook: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Do not disconnect the notebook from the docking station while the docking indicator is on. Do not disconnect the docking station during power saving modes, i.e., while the notebook is in Standby or Hibernate mode.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive You can use the floppy disk drive in the optional docking station. If you do not utilize the docking station drive, you can connect an optional PCGA-UFD5 floppy disk drive to the USB connector on your notebook. Do not use an optional PCGA-UFD5 floppy disk drive while your notebook is connected to the docking station. To Insert a Diskette 1 Hold the diskette with the label side facing up.
Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive To Remove a Diskette ❑ When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator light turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the diskette. Removing Diskette Eject Button Notes on Handling Diskettes ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette. ❑ Keep diskettes away from magnets. ❑ Keep diskettes away from direct sunlight and other heat sources.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Connecting an Optical Drive You can use the optional docking station, PCGA-DSD5 CD-RW/DVD or PCGADSD5 DVD with your notebook. Do not use an optional, optical docking station PCGA-CD51/A CD-ROM drive while your notebook is connected to the docking station. To Insert a Disc ✍ If you are using a PC card (such as a wireless LAN card) with its head out of the slot, remove it before you insert a disc. 1 Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out.
Connecting an Optical Drive 2 Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into place. Inserting Disc Disc 3 Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your notebook reads data from the disc. To Remove the Drive Remove the PC card from the computer. See “Using PC Cards” for details. ✍ When the notebook is in power saving mode, the tray will not open.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Playing a DVD ❑ To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, it is recommended that you close all open applications before playing a DVD movie. ❑ When playing DVD movies on battery power, set the power management profile to DVD. With other profiles, the movies are choppy. As an alternative, you can set the power management profile to Automatic Profile Selection, which will cause the DVD profile to be selected automatically whenever you insert a DVD.
Connecting an Optical Drive Handling and Cleaning CD and DVD Media Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability. Therefore, always abide by the following guidelines: Handling ❑ Do not drop or bend the disc. ❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Cleaning ❑ For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Beware of the following: 72 ❑ Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc. ❑ Memory-resident disc utilities, such as the screen saver and virus checker, may cause unstable operation or data loss. Deactivate these utilities (if they are active) before writing data to a disc. ❑ Always use the AC adapter as the power source for your computer when you are writing data to a CD-RW or CD-R.
Connecting a Printer Connecting a Printer ❑ You can use the optional docking station to connect a printer or other parallel connector to you notebook. ❑ You can connect a USB-compatible printer or other compatible USB device to your notebook. ✍ Turn off the notebook before connecting peripherals. In normal use, you should turn on the peripherals before turning on your notebook. To Connect a Printer To a Parallel Connector 1 Locate the Printer connector on the docking station.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide ✍ Note the following: 74 ❑ See the manuals that came with your printer for more information on printer installation and operation. ❑ Before operating the printer, ensure that the Printer setting in the Sony Notebook Setup software is properly set. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” .
Connecting an i.LINK® Device Connecting an i.LINK*® Device Your VAIO Notebook includes an i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 connector, which you can use to connect to a compatible i.LINK device such as a digital video camera recorder. To Connect a Digital Video Camera Recorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable into the S400 connector on the right side of the notebook and the other end into the DV In/Out connector on the digital video camera recorder.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide ✍ Note the following: ❑ The above figure displays connection to a Sony digital video camera; your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently. ❑ Only Sony digital video cameras and connectors labeled “DV In/Out” or “i.LINK” are i.LINK-compatible. ❑ See the manual that came with your digital video camera recorder for more information on installation and use. ❑ The i.LINK connector does not supply power to external devices.
Connecting an i.LINK® Device Hard Disk Drive Partition In order to improve the performance of your computer’s DVgate™ Motion software, the hard disk drive on your notebook has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The C partition holds 40% and the D partition holds 60% of the entire drive capacity. DVgate saves files to the D partition. This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Connecting an External Display You can connect a computer display (monitor) or projector to your notebook or docking station. To Connect a Monitor Using the Notebook 1 Locate the monitor connector on the left side of the notebook. 2 Plug the display cable (optional) into the monitor connector. ✍ Ensure that one end of the power cord of the monitor is plugged into the display, and the other end is plugged into an AC outlet.
Connecting an External Display 2 Plug the optional display cable into the monitor connector. ✍ Ensure that one end of the power cord of the monitor is plugged into the display, and the other end is plugged into an AC outlet. Connecting Monitor Computer display Power cord Display cable (optional) ✍ See the manuals that came with your printer, and the docking station if applicable, for more information on printer installation and operation.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Connecting projector To Headphone connector Projector Audio cable Power cord RGB signal cable Using the Docking Station 1 Locate the 2 Plug the optional monitor adapter into the monitor connector. 80 monitor connector on the rear panel of the docking station.
Connecting an External Display 3 Plug the audio cable into the green Headphone connector on the right side of the notebook. Connecting projector Projector Power cord To Headphone connector Audio cable RGB signal cable ✍ Note the following: ❑ See the manual that came with your projector for more information on installation and operation. ❑ You cannot use the Monitor connector on your notebook when the docking station is connected to the notebook.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device You can connect USB devices such as an external mouse, keyboard, speaker, and microphone to your computer. To Connect a USB Device Using the Notebook 1 Locate a USB connector on the notebook. There are two USB connectors on the notebook, one on the right side and one on the left side. 2 Plug on end of the USB cable into a connector and the other end into the USB device.
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device Using the Docking Station 1 Locate a USB connector on the optional docking station. There are two USB connectors located on the back side of the docking station. 2 Plug one end of the USB cable into a connector and the other end into the USB device. Connecting USB Device USB mouse To USB You can use an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 series (not supplied) with this computer.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Connecting External Speakers You can connect external speakers to your notebook to enhance the sound quality of your computer. ✍ Note the following when connecting external speakers: ❑ Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use. ❑ Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on. ❑ Do not place diskettes on the speakers; the magnetic field of the speakers may damage the data on the diskettes.
Connecting an External Microphone Connecting an External Microphone You can use an external microphone to enhance the quality of the sound input. ✍ Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use. The microphone should be compliant with the plug-in power microphone. To Connect an External Microphone 1 Locate the red Microphone connector on the right side of your notebook. 2 Plug the microphone cable into the Microphone connector.
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Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook This section briefly describes how you can change the default settings of your notebook to customize your computer. Refer to the Sony Notebook Setup Help, for more detailed information. Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen To display the Sony Notebook Setup screen: 1 Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar. 2 Point to VAIO and click Sony Notebook Setup. Sony Notebook Setup Screen 3 Select the tab for the item you want to change.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Sony Notebook Setup Tabs Tab Description About This Computer Display system information, including memory capacity, serial number, and BIOS version. Select printer port mode settings. Change the volume of the sounds that play while the operating system is loading. Select the order of drives and devices from which you want to load the operating system. You can specify the hard drive as well as other drives inserted into your computer.
Controlling Power Management Controlling Power Management The PowerPanel utility allows you to control the power settings of your notebook and provides key information about system activity and battery life. The following sections briefly describe how to conserve your computer’s battery power. You can also refer to PowerPanel Help for more detailed information. To activate a profile or command, see “Displaying Battery Information” .
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Customizing Power Management Settings You can customize power management settings, such as the system timer and the brightness of the screen. To customize a setting: 1 Click the Current Profile icon on the Power Management toolbar. 2 Select Edit/Create Profiles from the menu. 3 Click a profile whose setting you want to change, from the list in the left panel. 4 Double-click an item whose setting you want to change from the list in the right panel.
Controlling Power Management Icon Description AC Power The power management state when AC power is in use. Similar to the Power Management Off setting. Power Management automatically loads the AC profile unless you disable this feature. Games Disables the display and the Hard Disk Standby timer. Presentation Keeps the display on at all times while it conserves power. This option is ideal for slide show presentations.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Power Management Commands PowerPanel also provides power management commands that you can use to activate specific power management functions and to control power for a specific device. You can use these commands to override a profile setting or initiate an immediate action. Icon Description System Suspend Puts the system into System Suspend mode, a power management state that saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in memory (RAM).
Displaying Battery Information Displaying Battery Information You can display detailed information for each of the batteries in your computer. The following sections briefly describe how to display your computer’s general battery information. Refer to PowerPanel Help for more detailed information. To Activate the Battery Information Toolbar 1 Right-click on the taskbar at the bottom of the screen. 2 Select Toolbars from the pop-up menu, then click Battery Information.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Displaying Detailed Battery Information Double-click the battery icon on the task tray to display the Battery Information window. The screen appears displaying the Battery tab, which contains information such as the estimated time-to-empty and charging time.
Selecting the Display Mode Selecting the Display Mode This notebook uses the Intel® video controller, which enables you to select the desired display when the notebook is connected to an external monitor. When you connect an external display, you can switch the display mode between your notebook’s LCD display and the external monitor. To select the display mode, proceed as follows: (See also “Connecting an External Display” .) ✍ Connect an external display before you turn on the computer.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 6 Ensure that the Synchronous Display Mode box is checked, then click Apply. ✍ You may not be able to display the notebook LCD screen and an external display or projector at the same time, depending on the types of computer displays and projectors you are using. If the display resolution of your computer is more than 800 x 600 dots, a part of the image will not show up on your TV display. To see the hidden area, move the cursor on your computer.
Using Dual Display function (Windows Me™ only) Using Dual Display function (Windows Me™ only) The dual display function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays. For example, if you have an external display attached to the monitor connector, your notebook’s LCD screen and the external display can function as a single desktop. You can move the cursor off of one display and onto the other.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Setting Colors and Resolution for Each Display You can set the display colors and resolution for each display that is part of a virtual desktop. Follow steps 1 to 4 above to display the Display Properties screen. Select the display you wish to change (1 or 2) by clicking on the icon of the display. You can change colors by selecting an option from the Colors list. Use the slider in the screen area to change the resolution. Click OK or Apply.
Using Dual Display function (Windows Me™ only) 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. 7 The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays. ✍ This feature is available with UI Design Selector-compatible software only.
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Adding Memory 5 In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. If your notebook has 64 MB of memory, you can increase memory to 192 MB; if your notebook has 128 MB of memory, you can increase memory to 256 MB. For memory upgrades, use only PC100(CL2) SDRAM SO-DIMM (gold lead contacts). Related Safety Guidelines Sony recommends memory upgrades be performed by an authorized Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 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 for preventing ESD or use aluminum foil when you store the memory module.
To Install a Memory Module 4 Slide the LCD lock lever and lift the cover. Slide the keyboard toward the LCD display, then lift it away slightly. Lifting the Keyboard 5 Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side, then gently turn it over on the touchpad space. Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard. Turning the Keyboard Cable 6 You must remove the existing memory module. Follow the instructions in “To Remove a Memory Module” . 7 Remove the memory module from its packaging.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 8 Install the memory module. ✍ Note the following: ❑ Be careful not to touch the other components on the motherboard. ❑ Be sure that both ends of the memory module click. Installing the Memory Module 9 Gently replace the keyboard, then press it into your computer. Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard. Replacing the Keyboard 10 Close the computer cover, then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer.
To Remove a Memory Module To Remove a Memory Module 1 Perform steps 1 to 5 of “To install a memory module.” 2 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of your computer) to discharge static electricity. 3 Remove the memory module. 4 Perform steps 8 and 9 of “To install a memory module.
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About the Software on Your Notebook 6 Your VAIO notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides you the following: ❑ An overview of the various software that come with your computer and the activities you can perform with your software ❑ Details on your Sony application, driver, and system recovery CDs ❑ Software support information Overview of the Software on Your Notebook Adobe Acrobat Reader® Adobe Systems Inc.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide ArcSoft® PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro (Windows Me only) ArcSoft, Inc. ArcSoft PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro is an easy-to-use, advanced printing program that lets you quickly lay out multiple images in multiple sizes on a single sheet of paper. PhotoPrinter Pro offers a wide selection of templates including landscape, portrait, free style, mixed sizes, custom templates and more.
About the Software on Your Notebook McAfee® VirusScan® Network Associates, Inc. Protect your computer from viruses. VirusScan can detect viruses from floppy disks, Internet downloads, e-mail attachments, intranets, shared files, CD-ROMs, and online services. Media Bar™ Sony Electronics Inc. Media Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handles all common computer multimedia formats and controls selected Sony devices.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide OpenMG™ Jukebox (Windows Me only) Sony Electronics Inc. OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to import digital audio files by downloading audio files from Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services over digital networks, such as the Internet. You can record audio CDs onto your hard drive in a variety of formats. PictureGear™ Sony Electronics Inc.
About the Software on Your Notebook RealProducer® G2 RealNetworks, Inc. RealProducer converts your audio and video files, or live feeds, into RealAudio and RealVideo for the Internet or your intranet. RealProducer is easy to use, gives you better control over your content, and is packed with exclusive features. Featuring support for CD-quality RealAudio 8 and VHS-quality RealVideo 8, RealProducer is an excellent choice for both beginners and pros. Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 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 (pictures), and music files and then saved in a format most computers can play. Main Window Working Panel Editing trays Clip tray Help Product tray Trash Importing Images and Sound Clips 1 Click 2 Find the file you want to add. 3 Select the file.
MovieShaker™ 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 select clips from the Clip tray to create a 30-second scene. 1 Click the Shake 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® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 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 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.
MovieShaker™ 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—Saving movies as DV (Digital Video) takes the longest and Quick-Save is the fastest.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 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.
PictureGear™ 1 Gather the source images into the same folder or collection. 2 Select the images you want to use. ✍ We recommend 12 landscaped or 16 portrait pictures. 3 From the Utilities menu select Panorama Maker. 4 Select the correct lens and click OK. (If 35mm lens is selected, the prompt does not appear; to select a different lens, click the lens icon.) 5 Click the panoramic icon, near the bottom of the window. 6 Click Full Stitch.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs Your computer comes with the following application, driver, and system recovery CDs. (To use your recovery CDs, see “Using the Application Recovery CD(s)” .) About Your Recovery CDs Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics This program allows you to reinstall individual applications and device drivers. Use it to restore corrupted or accidentally erased files.
Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs To use the Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery CD in the optical drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically. 3 When the Application Recovery menu appears, select the icon for the application you want to restore and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide To repair software applications using VAIO Support Agent The Driver Recovery CD utility has an information vault that contains the original characteristics for the preinstalled software applications that are protected by VAIO Support Agent. Using the System Recovery CD(s) You can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if they are corrupted or erased. You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive.
Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs If your computer does not start from the Recovery CD 1 Press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. 2 Turn on the computer. When the Sony logo is displayed, press the F2 key. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. 3 Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu. 4 Press the arrow keys to select “Get Default Values” and then press the Enter key. The message “Load default configuration now?” appears.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Software Support Information Adobe Acrobat Reader®, Adobe PhotoDeluxe® Home Edition Web site http://www.adobe.com/ phone 206-675-6126 (fee-based support) e-mail techdocs@adobe.com hours M-F, 6 AM-5 PM PT America Online® (America Online) Web site http://www.aol.com phone 800-827-3338 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day QuickTime™ (Apple Computer Inc.) Web site http://www.apple.
Software Support Information McAfee® VirusScan® (Network Associates, Inc.) Web site http://support.mcafee.com phone 408-988-3832 e-mail cybr@nai.com hours M-F 9AM-5PM Central Time Netscape Communicator® (Netscape Communications Corporation) Web site phone hours http://www.netscape.com/ 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)* 7 days a week, 24 hours a day PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro (ArcSoft, Inc.) Web site(s) http://www.arcsoft.com http://www.photoisland.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Sony Applications (Sony Electronics, Inc.) Web site http://www. sony.com/pcsupport phone 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)* hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Windows 2000 Operating System, Internet Explorer, Word 2000 (Microsoft Corporation) Web site http://www.microsoft.
Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your notebook. Since many problems have simple solutions, try these suggestions before you contact Sony PC Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Troubleshooting Your Notebook My notebook does not start. ❑ Check that the notebook is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the notebook indicates that the power is on.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide still does not start, remove the AC adapter and battery pack and wait one minute, then reattach them and press the power button. When starting my notebook for the first time, the VAIO InitManager dialog box appears. (Windows Me only) Select “OK” to begin initial setup.
Troubleshooting ❑ If Windows still does not start, follow the steps below to initialize the BIOS: 1 Remove any diskette from the floppy disk drive. 2 Turn off the notebook. 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the notebook. 4 Turn on the notebook. 5 Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears, to access the BIOS setup menu. 6 Press the directional arrow keys to select the Exit menu. 7 Press the arrow keys to select “Get Default Values” then press Enter.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide ❑ (Windows Me) If your notebook stops responding while playing a CD or DVD, stop the CD/DVD and press Ctrl+Alt+Delete twice to restart the notebook. (Windows 2000) If your notebook stops responding while playing a CD or DVD, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete and click Shut Down on the Windows Security screen to restart your notebook. ✍ Pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete or turning off the notebook with the power switch may result in data loss in files that are currently open.
Troubleshooting the Docking Station Troubleshooting the Docking Station I cannot operate the optical drive in the docking station, when the docking station is connected to the notebook. Follow these steps to set the i.LINK network switch. 1 Disconnect your notebook from the docking station. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from your docking station. 3 Set the i.LINK network switch on the bottom of the docking station to the unmarked side, with a thin pen tip.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide The disc tray does not eject even after I press the Eject button. Open the tray by inserting a sharp, pointed object in the manual eject hole. Troubleshooting the LCD Screen My LCD screen is blank. ❑ Verify that the notebook is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. ❑ Verify that the power indicator on the notebook is on. ❑ Verify that the battery pack(s) is inserted properly and is charged.
Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad My mouse does not work. ❑ If you are using an external mouse, verify that the mouse is plugged into the mouse connector. See ”Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device” for details. ❑ If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 series, verify that the mouse is plugged into the USB connector. My touchpad does not work properly. ❑ ❑ You may have disabled the touchpad without connecting a mouse to the notebook.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide ❑ If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to stop playback and restart the notebook. Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral Devices My floppy disk drive can not write to a diskette. ❑ If the diskette is write-protected, disable the write-protect feature or use a diskette that is not write-protected. ❑ Verify that the diskette is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive.
Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral Devices ❑ Moisture condensation may have occurred. Leave the notebook idle for at least 1 hour with the notebook turned on. The DVD videos cannot be played properly. (Windows Me only) Follow these steps, to correct this condition. 1 Click Start, point to Settings, and click Control Panel to access the Control Panel window. 2 Double-click Display to access the Display Properties dialog box. 3 Click the Setting tab. 4 Click the Advanced button.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide My PC card does not work. ❑ Make sure the PC card is compatible with Microsoft® Windows®. ❑ Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. Troubleshooting the Software My software program stops responding or crashes. Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See ”Software Support Information” .
Troubleshooting the Modem Troubleshooting the Modem My modem does not work. ❑ Check that the phone line is plugged into the line jack. See ”Using a Phone Line” for details. ❑ Check that the phone line is working by plugging the line in an ordinary phone and listening for a dial tone. ❑ Verify that the phone number the program is dialing is correct. ❑ Verify that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook’s modem. (All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide ❑ If nothing is displayed when you press Fn+F3 or Fn+F4, proceed as follows: 1 Click Start, point to Settings, point to Control panel, then double-click System. The System Properties dialog box appears. 2 Click the Device Manager tab. 3 Set the sound device to enable. ❑ If your notebook is powered by batteries, verify that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged.
Troubleshooting the Printer ❑ Your connected printer may not function after the notebook resumes from a power saving mode. If this occurs, proceed as follows to reset the printer connection: Windows Me Only 1 Right-click My Computer icon on the desktop, then select Properties. 2 Click the Device Manager tab. 3 Select Refresh, then click OK. The printer should function properly. Windows 2000 Only 1 Click My Computer icon on the desktop, then click on the Control Panel folder.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Getting Help 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: 1 VAIO® Notebook User Guide This User Guide contains information on product specifications and on how to get the most from your computer, find help, customize your notebook, and solve common problems.
Specifications 7 The following tables detail the hardware specifications for your notebook and the optional docking station. .
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Notebook Hardware Specifications Model * † ‡ PCG-R505TE/PCG-R505TEK PCG-R505TS/PCG-R505TSK Built-in Capabilities • Stereo speakers • Touchpad • Center Jog Control Connection Capabilities • • • • • • • • • • Supplied Accessories • Rechargeable battery • AC adapter and power cord Power Source 19.5V DC/AC 100-240V Power Management • Energy Star compliant • Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) Battery Lithium-ion Dimensions 11.
Specifications ** †† ‡‡ Maximum speed for faxing is 14.4 kbps. Your modem is capable of downloading at 53 kbps. Your online service or Internet Service Provider, however, may not support this technology or operate at this speed. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide Optional Docking Station Hardware Specifications DVD Docking Station (PCGA-DSD5) Model CD-RW/DVD Docking Station (PCGA-DSM5) Optical Drive 24x maximum CD-ROM reading 24x maximum CD-ROM reading 8x maximum DVD-ROM reading* 8x maximum CD-R writing 4x maximum CD-RW writing 8x maximum DVD-ROM reading* Floppy Disk Drive 3.5" 1.44 MB/720 KB Connectors • • • • • • • • Dimensions 11.0"(w) x 0.8" (0.9" backside) (h) x 9.3"(d) (279.5 mm x 18.5 mm (21.
Index A About This Computer tab 88 AC adapter 26, 27 AC power 26 AC Profile power setting 91 adding hardware 59 peripherals 59 adjusting brightness 38 Alt key 36 Application Recovery CD 118 Applications key 36 removing 30 battery packs charge status icons 93 battery power 26 BatteryScope utility 93 brightness adjusting 32, 38 built-in speaker 23, 38 volume 38 buttons left 23 right 23 Start 33, 87 B Basic/Advanced tab 88 batteries 30 using 30 battery pack charging 28 connector 24 indicator light status 29
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide handling 71 CDRW Drive 60 charge status indicator light 29 charging battery pack 28 choosing power source 26 cleaning computer 20 coin-operated telephones 57 computer 138 cleaning 20 setting up 23 setup screen 87 starting 32 troubleshooting 125, 134 unpacking 16 connecting CD-ROM drive 40 coin-operated telephones 57 digital video camera recorder 75 external speakers 84 microphone 85 multiple phone lines 57 network 40, 60 party phone lines 57 PBX 57 phone line 5
DVD-ROMs handling 71 E Eject button 67 ejecting diskettes 67 electronic documentation 138 Energy Star iii Escape key 36 Ethernet network connector 25 external devices display 78 speakers 84 F faxes laws governing vii floppy disk drive troubleshooting 132 Fn key 36 combination commands 38 function keys 36 G Guide Mode 48 H handling CD-ROMs and DVDROMs 71 diskettes 67 handling the LCD screen 21 hard drive indicator light 23, 37 hardware online support 138 headphone connector 24, 79, 81 help 138 I i.
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide See speakers K keyboard 23, 35–38 L Launcher Mode 47 LCD lock lever 32 selecting to display output 81 troubleshooting 130 LCD screen handling 21 Left 23 left button 23 lever LCD 32 Liquid Crystal Display screen See LCD lithium ion battery disposal viii loading battery pack 27 M MagicGate 49, 50 maintenance 21 Maximum Battery Life power setting 90 Maximum Performance power setting 90 memory adding 101, 139 146 Memory Stick card slot 50 Memory Stick cards 49 Mem
help 138 operator keys 36 output devices vi P party phone lines 57 PBX 57 PC card inserting 40 removing 41 slot 40 troubleshooting 134 Type II 40 phone connecting line 57 jack 57 laws governing vii port replicator connecting 60 network 60 power 37 indicator light 23 switch 32 power management settings 89 Power Management Off power setting 90 Power On Password tab 88 power saving modes 49, 55 Hibernate 38, 55 Standby 55 Video Standby 38 power setting AC Profile 91 Maximum Battery Life 90 Maximum Performance
VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide LCD 81 monitor 81 power source 26 Serial connector 60 setting up your PC support 138 setup screen About This Computer tab 88 Basic/Advanced tab 88 displaying 87 Power On Password tab 88 Printer tab 88 Touchpad tab 88 setup tabs 88 Shift key 36 Shut Down Windows dialog box 33 Sony Fax-on-Demand service 138 Sony Notebook Setup screen 87 speakers built-in 23 external 84 troubleshooting 135 Start button 33, 87 starting computer 32 startup problems 33 switching disp
Help 37 key 36 Start button 33 taskbar 33, 127 149
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