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Sony PCV-RS500CG User's Guide

1. Speakers Modem cable Video adapter Power cord Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories For models equipped with Giga Pocket features Infrared receiver 1 Manuals VAIO Computer Quick Start Provides basic information on setting up and registering your computer The Quick Start also provides resources for technical support safety guidelines and owner s information Online Documentation VAIO Computer User Guide Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your system To access the online manual Page 3 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Specifications This online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer To access this online information go to the Specifications sheet VAIO Software Provides specific information on the preinstalled software on your computer To access this online software information 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard a utility program that recovers your computer s operating system and preinstalled software For more information about hard disk recovery 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar then click Help and Support 2 From
2. 1 Standard CATV C1 C125 without STB For this connection you must use a coaxial cable directly without an STB to your computer The default setting for this connection option is STD Depending on your local connection requirements HRC and IRC are also available 2 Standard antenna 2 69 Select this option if you connect an aerial antenna s coaxial cable directly to your computer for watching TV programs 3 STB Set top box Select this option if the broadcast signal is received from a set top box STB such as a digital cable box or a satellite cable box Make sure that the Input channel on your STB Ch 3 Ch 4 etc matches the Input channel listed in the Giga Pocket TV Setup dialog box If you are not sure of the type of cable connection to use Standard HRC or IRC contact your cable provider for information Page 40 4 Click Next The wizard displays a dialog box that enables you to customize the channel listings 5 Click Auto Scan You can view the channel reception in the pop up TV Setup Monitor window TV Setup Wizard Customize the channel listing Esp TY Setup Wizard x Customize the Channel listing By clicking on any channel in the list you can verify the picture on the monitor windows Afte channels are scanned an OK mark shows up in the list Auto Scan for channels with signal It may take a few minutes to complete scanning Note Please scan when all channels are available
3. Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable optional 10 Optical drive 1 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1 11 Optical drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2 12 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk 13 Power indicator VAIO Light is blue when the computer is on The light turns off when the computer is in Standby mode or turned off 14 Hard disk drive and optical disc drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data Page 8 15 CompactFlash Microdrive media card slot Reads and writes data from and to CompactFlash or Microdrive media 16 SmartMedia card slot Reads and writes data from and to a SmartMedia media 17 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports Connections for compatible high full low speed USB devices 18 i LINK 4 pin S400 port IEEE 1394 Connection for a compatible digital device 1A second optical drive may not be available on your VAIO computer See the specifications sheet for details on your computer s hardware configuration 2 Not available on all models See your online specifications sheet for details 30n models equipped with these hardware features the media access indicator light is amber when reading or writing data to the SmartMedia CompactFlash Microdrive slots 4The number of USB ports may vary depending on the model purchased For your convenience your computer includes USB and i LINK ports on both the
4. You must have an intemet connection set up You can click t i the Download all Channel Settings icon in the EPG Esting Go to Web Site site The channel names are also downloaded The channel listing only saves the channels that have an OK maik in the Signal colam Channel list Channel number Channel name Signal a Add Ci CHO01 c2 CH002 OK c3 CHO03 OK Auto Scan Select channel to modify and click on Peiforning to scan the channel me yoda C20ch 7 C125ch Modify t_ lt Back Next gt Cancel Help If your computer is connected to the Internet you can click Go to Web Site and download channel listings from the iEPG listing site 6 Connect to the Internet 7 Click Go to Web Site and download channel listings by clicking Download all Channel Settings 8 Click Next For the first time setup you are prompted to set your Giga Pocket Server password TV Setup Wizard Giga Pocket Server password Page 41 9 Type in a password and click Finish Setting up your display monitor When using Giga Pockets Personal Video Recorder set your display settings as follows Colors Use the default factory settings 32 bit Screen area Use the default video resolution If you change the default settings you may experience poor image quality on your display Fa Microsoft Windowse XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time Even if
5. Your VAIO computer may be equipped with a CompactFlashe Microdrive media slot that supports CompactFlash and Microdrive media For details on the specific hardware configuration for your system see the online Specifications sheet Inserting a CompactFlash or Microdrive media card 1 Insert a CompactFlash or Microdrive media card into the media card slot A Always insert the appropriate media card into the CompactFlash Microdrive media card slot for proper operation Do not insert any other type of media card into the CompactFlash Microdrive media slot Inserting a CompactFlash or Microdrive media card 2 If the media does not insert easily remove it from the slot and verify that it is not upside down or backwards Carefully reinsert the media card but do not force it into the slot Removing a CompactFlash or Microdrive media card 1 Press the media card eject button to extend the button out from the computer 2 Press the eject button again to release the media card The media extends enabling you to grasp it Removing a CompactFlash or Microdrive media card 3 Carefully grasp the media card and remove it from the slot A Do not remove the media card while the media access indicator light is on The media or its data may become damaged Additional information about CompactFlash and Microdrive media cards If you plan to share your media card between your VAIO computer and devices such as a digital camera or music player
6. the media must be formatted properly Format the media card by using it in the device first See the information supplied with the device for details on Page 75 formatting media If your device does not recognize the media that has been formatted by your computer 1 Save the media contents to your hard disk drive 2 Reformat the media with the device Page 76 About i LINK Compatibility Your VAIO computer may be equipped with a 4 pin and or a 6 pin i LINK port depending on the system configuration purchased A 4 pin i LINK port cannot supply power to a connected i LINK device A 6 pin i LINK port can supply power 10V to 12V to a connected i LINK device if the device is equipped with a 6 pin connector See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport for details about your computer s hardware configuration A The total power supplied by the 6 pin i LINK port cannot exceed 6 watts For PCV V and PCV W series models Your PCV V PCV W series computers have one 4 pin i LINK port available to connect your digital devices A 4 pin i LINK port cannot supply power to a connected i LINK device 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 programs operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not co
7. Headphones jack Connection for the supplied speakers or optional headphones Line In jack Connection for an audio device 9 Monitor port Connection for a standard display 10 Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable optional Composite audio L In jack Connection for an audio cable optional Composite video In jack Connection for a video cable optional S video In jackz Connection for an S video cable optional 11 Modem line jack Connection for the modem cable supplied to the wall jack 12 S P DIF Optical Out port Connection for a digital audio or optical device 13 Ethernet port Connection for a 1OBASE T 100BASE TX Ethernet interface Page 11 The port marked with amp 5 Network is for LAN connections only 14 Monitor DVI port Connection for a DVI monitor 15 TV Out S Video video jack Connection for an S video cable optional 16 VHF UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable supplied 1 This monitor port is not available on all models and monitor port locations may vary For details about your computer s hardware configuration see the online specifications sheet 2 Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder features are not available on all models For details about your computer s hardware configuration see the online specifications sheet i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i L
8. Microsofts Internet Explorer Microsoft Corp Internet Explorer offers dramatic performance reliability and usability improvements making it the fastest easiest and most cost effective Web browser for people to use manage and support Whether you use the Web to read e mail news or sports reports shop online listen to music or play videos or share your images and photos with friends family or work colleagues IE 6 makes it easy exciting and fun Microsofte Money Standard Microsoft Corp Microsoft Money Standard provides a quick and easy way to organize and manage your personal finances New features include auto balancing a bills estimator spending comparison reports and investment reminders Save time organizing and managing your cash flow and balancing your checkbook Create and track a budget pay your bills organize your finances and view a complete picture of your financial health all in one place Microsofts Windowse Movie Maker 2 Microsoft Corp Windows Movie Maker 2 makes home movies amazingly fun With Movie Maker 2 you can create edit and share your home movies right on your PC Build your movie with a few simple drag and drops Delete bad shots and include only the best scenes Add special effects music and narration Then share your movie via the Web e mail on your PC CD or even DVD You can also save your edited movie back to the DV tape in your camera to play on a TV or even on the camera itself Microsofte Windo
9. please see the online VAIO User Guide To access the online User Guide 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Page 96 How do I change the video resolution of my display 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then select Control Panel 2 Select Appearance and Themes and then select Change the screen resolution 3 Click the Settings tab 4 Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels 5 Click Apply and then click OK Page 97 Why doesn t my computer resume normal operation from Stand by mode Q If your keyboard is not equipped with a Stand by key press any key to resume normal operation If your keyboard has a Stand by key press it briefly to resume normal operation For troubleshooting information you can search Windows Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears 2 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the window 3 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter Follow the on screen instructions according to your specific situation Page 98 About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Why can t I see an image or an image that is displayed properly when I am using a VCR Some images from an externally co
10. then click Adjust the system volume 3 From the Volume tab adjust the Device volume by moving the slider bar to the desired sound level Verify that the Mute option is not selected Check that the Mute check box is not selected in the Volume Control window The sound driver s may not be working properly To recover your sound drivers see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options for more information To access VAIO Recovery Options follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO Recovery Options For PCV W series models Adjust the volume control dial located on the left panel to adjust speaker volume The speakers continue to produce sound while headphones are connected To use your own headphones adjust the computer s volume control dial to mute the sound from the built in stereo speakers For PCV V series models Adjust the speaker volume by pressing the volume control buttons located on the wireless keyboard Page 119 About the Speakers Why is there no sound in any software program Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack If your speakers have a mute button verify that it is turned off If your speakers are powered by batteries verify that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged If your speakers use an external power source verify that the power cord is plugged
11. About Handling the Computer System Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the TV or radio equipment Do not place your Sony computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 50 F 10 C High humidity moisture or rain Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The computer s electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction 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 Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as it may damage the finish of your Sony computer Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet keyboard or mouse shut down your computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any fur
12. Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on your computer s front back or side panels If your printer has a USB IEEE 1394 or infrared connection contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that may be required for proper installation Check the printer manufacturer s Web site for the latest drivers for your operating system before proceeding with installation Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems To install your printer follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Add a Printer The Add Printer Wizard appears 3 From the Add Printer Wizard click Next 4 Select Local Printer then click Next Fy Place a check mark in the box Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer if you are installing a recently manufactured printer equipped with Plug and Play capability 5 Select the appropriate port usually LPT1 if using the parallel port and then click Next 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model Follow the on screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation If the printer is not included in the list but the printer manufacturer provides a disk with the appropriate Windows XP Printer driver 1 Choose Have Disk 2 Enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK
13. Ifthe printer is not included in the list and no drivers are provided with the printer 1 Select a similar printer that your printer may emulate 2 Refer to the user manual or guide supplied with your printer 3 Visit the printer manufacturer s Web site for technical support 1 The location of the connection ports for peripheral equipment may vary depending upon your computer s hardware configuration Page 126 The connected printer does not function properly when the computer resumes from a power saving mode Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds and then turning it back on If your printer does not resume normal operations try restarting your computer Page 127 Notes ON USS The information in this section provides basic procedures for handling your system and common peripheral devices using storage media and locating upgrade procedures A support resource listing is also provided to help you locate the appropriate support options About the Power Source About Using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder About Disposing of the Lithium Battery About Handling the Computer System About Handling a Monitor Display About Recording and Data Storage Media Page 128 About the Power Source Before opening your computer turn the system off and let it cool down for 10 minutes This protects you against internal components that may be too hot to ha
14. Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad The Num Lock indicator lights Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate the numeric keypad Directional Arrows The Up Down Left and Right arrow keys move the pointer on the screen Applications The Applications key displays a shortcut menu in certain software applications Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button Windows HG The key with the Microsoft Windowse logo displays the Start menu Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking Start on the taskbar INDICATORS FUNCTION Num Lock The Num Lock indicator lights when the numeric keypad is activated When the indicator is off the dipagfwaal arrow and correction keys on the numeric keypad area are active Caps Lock The Caps Lock indicator lights up to advise you that the keyboard is set to type letters in uppercase When the indicator is off the letters appear in lower case as you type Scroll Lock The Scroll Lock indicator lights up to advise you that your screen s scrolling pattern has changed When the indicator is off the screen scrolls normally This function is not available with all software applications Page 14 About the Remote Control The remote control is supplied with VAIO computers that are equipped with Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder features The remote control can start and stop video recording and playback select channels and set viewing preferences This section describes
15. VHF UHF RF combiner transformer optional to connect your computer and the indoor outdoor antenna system If you are connecting to an indoor outdoor antenna you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable optional to your antenna outlet Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer optional 2 Connect the TV coaxial cable supplied from the combiner transformer to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer Option 2 1 Connect both ends of the antenna s twin lead cable to the screw type grips on the combiner transformer 2 Connect the TV coaxial cable Supplied from the combiner transformer to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer To connect in standard antenna mode air Option 1 j Antenna system Air TV coaxial cable optional VHF UHF RF a Combiner Transformer a optional Option 2 TV coaxial cable gt supplied 300 ohm Twin lead cable Antenna optional VHF UHF port system Air Your VAIO Computer is supplied with an antenna cable Depending on your in home cable access you may require extra cables adapters or connection equipment not supplied with your computer Connecting with a cable or satellite set top box STB You can connect your Giga Pocket system to cable service access that uses a set top box cable or satellite Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable option
16. Video Capsule when the remaining free space on your hard disk drive reaches approximately 100 MB Delete any unnecessary Video Capsules or files to increase the free space on your hard drive Page 105 About Using the Optical Disc Drive s Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section To view the specific hardware configuration for your system see the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Why doesn t my optical drive tray open To use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on 2 Press the Eject button on the drive To use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select My Computer 2 Right click the appropriate optical drive icon 3 Select Eject from the shortcut menu Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD or DVD media Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is in use in your optical drive s and may cause damage to the unit Page 106 About Using the Optical Disc Drive s Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section To view the specific hardware configuration for your system see the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Why doesn t my optical drive tray open To use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned
17. a different user logs on using the fast switch feature Giga Pocket is not available to any other user account For more information see Giga Pocket Help Page 42 Giga Pocket Giga Pocket enables you to watch a TV program on your computer display while recording it onto your hard disk drive Using the Giga Pocket Slip Play feature you can view a program from the beginning even while it is being recorded Page 43 Starting Giga Pocket 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar point to All Programs point to Giga Pocket then click Giga Pocket The Giga Pocket window appears Giga Pocket window Eunctions Yiew Settings Help act a avo a im i al HID The current television broadcast is displayed based on the selected channel Page 44 Using the TV Recording deck and Playback deck Giga Pocket features two decks on the main interface window the TV Recording deck and the Playback deck TV Recording deck detail Elapsed time from the Video Capsule name beginning of the recording Sound mode Recording mode Channel Recording time Use the TV Recording deck to view programs and record Video Capsules You can use the Playback deck of your Giga Pocket to play back a prerecorded Video Capsule Playback deck detail Elapsed time from the Video Capsule name beginning of the playback Sound mode Recording mode Video Capsule time length Page 45 Recording a Video Capsule Giga Pocket stor
18. all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results Immediate Help and Support Software Help and Support Resources for Additional Help and Support Page 136 Immediate Help and Support You can locate helpful information immediately by consulting your hard copy guides and supplements or by accessing the online Computer User Guide and the individual software Help files Your computer is supplied with these support options VAIO Computer Quick Start The Quick Start contains information on how to set up your computer quickly and easily You can find instructions on how to plan an ergonomic work space connect power cords cables and peripheral devices and register your computer with Sonye The Quick Start can also provide troubleshooting support if problems occur VAIO Computer User Guide The online User Guide provides information about configuring maintaining and upgrading your computer This support resource offers a variety of available topics enabling you to quickly view specific information using context sensitive search features To access the online guide 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Specifications The online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer To view this online information go t
19. device such as a VCR that is connected to your computer the following images may not record or display The still images of a paused playback screen A screen without images such as a blue screen The menu screens of the attached video player device The Giga Pocket software s displayed image or images from a prerecorded Video Capsule may be interrupted or distorted under the following circumstances If you change the channel on an attached video player device If you switch input during the analog input from an attached video player device If you attempt to play back a damaged video tape If you press Pause during the recording process When you play a Video Capsule for a few seconds from the end of the film roll using the scroll bar you may not be able to see a displayed image The computer s response may decrease when you attempt to play a Video Capsule while recording a TV program using Giga Pocket Giga Pocket may interrupt or stop playback to allocate system resources for the timer recording event if there are other applications running simultaneously If this occurs wait until Giga Pocket finishes recording before playing the Video Capsule The timer recording may fail due to an Event buffer of audio overflow error in the following circumstances The input cable coaxial or video cable is disconnected after recording starts Paged You record a TV channel that has no broadcast content You
20. distance of 2 feet between your VAIO computer and your wireless device Verify that any infrared receiver s on the computer or wireless device is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device Page 132 Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your computer if available to establish communication between the equipment e Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices in the area near your wireless keyboard These other devices may cause interference causing your wireless keyboard or mouse to stop working properly e Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless device as this may create interference causing your wireless device to stop working properly The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock Do not move the computer during operation Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive Page 133 About Handling a Monitor Display DVD playback and certain video related software may not function correctly when your monitor is set to a high refresh rate If your monitor does not play back video content properly try setting the display to a lower refresh rate Do not place the display near a strong magnetic force Do not bl
21. front and back panels The 4 pin i LINK port is located on the front panel and the 6 pin i LINK port is located on the back Additional information Your computer is equipped with one or more optical disc drives that have a drive eject button on the drive door After pushing the eject button wait for the drive to stop reading the CD It may take a few moments for the drive tray to eject Gently push the drive tray in when closing the optical drive door Do not force the door or handle roughly After closing the drive door wait a few moments for the drive to begin reading the CD Page 9 About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on your computer Your configuration may vary based on the system you purchased Back panel 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS 2 mouse 3 Keyboard port Connection for a PS 2 keyboard 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel device such as a printer or scanner 5 Monitor port Connection for a standard display 6 i LINK 6 pin S400 port IEEE 1394 Connection for a compatible digital device Page 10 7 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports 4 Connections for compatible high full low speed USB devices 8 Microphone jack Connection for a microphone optional
22. into a grounded wall outlet or power strip If your speakers have volume control check the volume level You may not hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer If the software program you are using has its own volume control check that the volume is turned up Check the volume controls in the Windowse operating system using these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Control Panel 2 Select Sounds Speech and Audio Devices then click Adjust the system volume 3 From the Volume tab adjust the Device volume by moving the slider bar to the desired sound level Verify that the Mute option is not selected Check that the Mute check box is not selected in the Volume Control window The sound driver s may not be working properly To recover your sound drivers see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options for more information To access VAIO Recovery Options follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO Recovery Options For PCV W series models Adjust the volume control dial located on the left panel to adjust speaker volume The speakers continue to produce sound while headphones are connected To use your own headphones adjust the computer s volume control dial to mute the sound from the built in stereo speakers For PCV V series models Adjust the speaker volume by p
23. is approximately 30 seconds shorter than the actual time set You may experience some timing problems with multiple recording sessions when the second timer recording is preset as a daily or weekly recorded event The first timer recording may end as early as 60 seconds sooner than the set stop time Scheduled daily or weekly timer recording sessions do not occur if your hard disk drive does not have sufficient space Giga Pocket software does not allow a new Video Capsule to be created if there is less than 100 MB of free space on the hard disk drive These scheduled events resume at their scheduled time as hard disk drive space becomes available Approximately three minutes before Giga Pocket begins a timer recording and during a timer recording you must avoid Starting up or using other software applications Setting up changing or deleting timer recordings All activities that may access the hard disk drive such as copying files Accessing Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and select All Programs 2 Select Giga Pocket Help and click Giga Pocket Help Page 53 Timer Recording Manager The Timer Recording Manager keeps track of all scheduled TV recordings Your computer settings by default are set to start Timer Recording Manager automatically when the computer is turned on Timer recordings are being perfo
24. is listed on the disc packaging Region code indicators such as 1 or ALL are labeled on some DVDs to indicate the type of player that can play the disc Unless a 1 or ALL appears on the DVD or on its packaging you cannot play the disc on this system If you hear audio but cannot see video your computer s video resolution may be set too high To improve video resolution verify that your screen area is set to 1024 x 768 using 32 bit color preset factory default To verify or change your video resolution 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then select Control Panel 2 Select Appearance and Themes then select Change the screen resolution 3 Click the Settings tab 4 Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels 5 Click Apply and then click OK If you see video but cannot hear audio check all of the following 1 Verify that your DVD player s mute feature is turned off 2 Check the master volume setting in the Audio Mixer 3 Check the volume settings on your computer speakers 4 Check the connections between your speakers and the computer 5 Verify that drivers are installed properly by following these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and then click Systems The System Properties window appears 3 From the Hardware tab select Device Manager to view installed drivers A dirty or damaged disc may also cause the co
25. it 2 Remove the Memory Stick media from the slot carefully A Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the media access indicator light is on The media or its data may become damaged Protecting data on Memory Stick media Memory Stick media contain a write protect tab The write protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your Memory Stick media When you slide the write protect tab to the LOCK position your Memory Stick media is write protected You cannot delete copy or save information on the media while the write protect tab in the LOCK position When you slide the tab to the un LOCK position you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media s contents Locking the Memory Stick Media Page 71 Additional information about Memory Stick media If your computer does not recognize your Memory Stick media you may have removed the media from the Memory Stick slot before data access had completed If this occurs follow these steps 1 Remove the Memory Stick media from the slot 2 Shut down your computer by closing any open software programs and then turn off your computer 3 Wait approximately 30 seconds and then restart your computer Your computer recognizes the Memory Stick media when you insert it into the Memory Stick slot again Page 72 About the SmartMedia Card Slot Your VAIO computer may be equipped with a SmartMedia card slot that supports SmartMedia cards For details on t
26. on the back of the computer 2 Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port on the back of the computer To connect the keyboard and mouse To use an optical mouse An optical mouse requires an ideal surface in order to provide proper pointing and tracking Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines that have half tone printing Page 22 Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables Your computer is equipped with a single modem line jack to connect the supplied modem cable to your telephone wall jack To use your wall jack for your telephone and modem lines purchase a 1 to 2 jack adapter device splitter To connect the modem cable 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack 2 Plug the modem cable supplied into the modem line jack located on the back panel of your computer 3 Plug the other end of the modem cable into the wall jack To connect the telephone and modem cables 1 Unplug your telephone cable from the wall jack 2 Insert the telephone cable into one of the RJ 11 jacks on an optional 1 to 2 jack adapter device splitter 3 Insert one end of the modem cable supplied into the other RJ 11 jack on the splitter device 4 Insert the plug end of the splitter device into the wall jack 5 Plug the modem cable into the modem line jack located on the back panel of the computer To connect the t
27. the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO Recovery Options Other A software library containing the Microsofts software and Sonye end user license agreements Page 4 Planning an Ergonomic Work Space Before you set up your new computer find the best location for your new computer and plan your work space There are several ergonomic factors to consider when you arrange your work space Stable work surface Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other peripheral equipment Ventilation Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides of your computer to enable proper ventilation Placement of the keyboard mouse and other input devices Place your keyboard mouse and other input devices so that your arms and hands are in a relaxed comfortable position The keyboard should be directly in front of you Adjust the level of the keyboard so that your lower arms are parallel to the floor Keep your wrists in a relaxed position when you are using the keyboard not angled up or down Use the palmrest only briefly for resting While typing never use the palmrest or rest your hands on the table Position the mouse at the same level as the keyboard Hold the mouse with a relaxed hand and use your whole arm to move it Take breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick may strain muscles or tendons Furniture and posture Sit in a ch
28. the basic functions of your remote control Remote control 1 MUTE button Press to turn off the sound Press again to restore the sound 2 Channel number buttons 0 9 Press to select specific channels Press the ENT button to activate channel selection JUMP button Press to go to the previous channel Press again to return to the current channel ENTER button Press to activate channel selection See Channel number buttons Page 15 3 REC STOP button Press to stop recording Note The REC STOP function is only available for the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software program 4 REC button Press to begin recording Note The REC function is only available for the Giga Pocket software program 5 TV button Press to change from the on screen image to the TV Recording deck VIDEO button Press to change to the external video equipment such as your VCR Note You cannot change the input source while recording DVD button Press to change to an external DVD device such as a DVD player MUSIC button Press to launch the SonicStage software program HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media software program 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to navigate Press ENTER to select 7 BACK button Press to return to the previous screen Note This function is not available for the Giga Pockets software program 8 APPLICATION START button Pres
29. to set the video input source for watching TV or cable TV CATV programs on your computer Starting Giga Pocket for TV Setup For first time setup l Verify that the computer time and date settings as displayed in the taskbar are correct To adjust these settings 1 Right click with your mouse A shortcut menu appears 2 Select Adjust Date Time and a dialog box appears 3 Correct the date and time if necessary 2 Click Start in the Windows taskbar point to All Programs point to Giga Pocket point to All Software and then click TV Setup The TV Setup Wizard appears TV Setup Wizard S TV Setup Wizard x Customize the Channel isting By clicking on any channel in the list you can verily the picture on the monitor window After channels are scanned an OK mark shows up in the list Auto Scan for channets with signal It may take a few minutes to complete scanning Note Please scan when al channels are avaible You must have an intemet conection set up You can cick Goto Web Site the Download all Charmel Settings icon in the iEPG Esting ste The channel names ace also downloaded The channel listing only saves the channels that have an OK mark in the Signal colum Add Select channel to modify and click on the Modly ce Delete bution Mody c13 CHO13 OK 5 Delete ris renia nk cor ae 3 Depending on your cable service access select Standard CATV Standard antenna or set top box STB
30. Converter window is visible 4 Click on the Cabinet icon to display the contents in the list area 5 Drag the Video Capsule from the Giga Pocket Explorer window and drop it in the list area of the Giga Pocket gt CLIE Converter window The Video Capsule automatically converts into a video file During conversion the Convert to CLIE window appears displaying the conversion status When conversion is complete the window automatically closes To convert multiple Video Capsules 1 Hold down the Ctrl key while selecting Video Capsules in Giga Pocket Explorer 2 Drag all selected Video Capsules to the Giga Pocket gt CLIE Converter window The conversion process may take time depending on the settings selected Page 64 Transferring converted video files to a Memory Stick media 1 Insert a Memory Sticke media into the Memory Stick media slot on your computer 2 From the Giga Pocket gt CLIE Converter main window click to select the videos you want to transfer to the Memory Stick media 3 Click Send To The Send To dialog box appears 4 Select Using Memory Stick as the transfer destination Click OK During transfer the Forwarding dialog box appears displaying the transfer status When transfer is complete the GP2CLIE window appears Click OK Your converted video files can be played back on CLIE Handhelds that support the use of a Memory Stick media Transferring converted video files using the HotSynce operat
31. Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select All Programs 2 Select Giga Pocket Help and click Giga Pocket Help Page 56 Giga Pocket Explorer The Giga Pocket Explorer application serves as a file manager for your Video Capsules Video Capsules and saved Playlists are managed in Cabinets Giga Pocket Explorer enables you to play back Video Capsules using Giga Pocket You can import MPEG files that were created with compatible Sony applications and export Video Capsules as AVI or MPEG files Using Giga Pocket Explorer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar point to All Programs point to Giga Pocket point to Giga Pocket Explorer The Giga Pocket Explorer main window appears 2 Click on the desired Cabinet to see a list of saved Video Capsules and Playlists Giga Pocket Explorer WGiga Pocket Explorer tates Video Capsules Tener Recording Yew Tool Network Help gt amp ommaan 2e Gigs Pocket Demo Movie Using the Giga Pocket Explorer Toolbar functions From the Giga Pocket Explorer toolbar you can Start Giga Pocket Do play a selected Video Capsule or Playlist Start Timer Recording Wizard Elo set up timer recordings Start Click to DVD software burn Video Capsules to DVD recordable media See Click to DVD software Help for more details Start DVgate Plus software A to edit your Video Capsules Start Giga Pocket
32. Help E2 obtain further assistance Change the display views for your video contents and edit recording information Accessing Click to DVD Help For additional information about using Click to DVD software features follow these steps to access the Help 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to Click to DVD and click Click to DVD Help Page 57 Accessing DVgate Plus Help For additional information about using DVgate Plus software features follow these steps to access the Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to DVgate Plus and click DVgate Plus Help Page 58 Recording Video Capsules onto recordable DVD media You can record Video Capsules to DVD R DVD RW media with the Make DVD feature fo The Click to DVD software must be installed in order to burn Video Capsules to recordable DVD media 1 From the Giga Pocket Explorer main window select the Video Capsules you want to burn onto a DVD 2 On the Giga Pocket Explorer Toolbar click Make DVD 3 The Click to DVD software starts Follow the on screen instructions Page 59 Exporting Video Capsules You can export your Video Capsules as MPEG 1 MPEG 2 or AVI file formats for viewing on external media 1 In the list area right click the Video Capsule you want to export A shortcut menu appears 2 Select Export The Export dialog box appears Export E x Export Video Caps
33. I M Sn Thank you for purchasing a Sony VAIO computer Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy to use functionality The information provided here is designed to help you to become familiar with the hardware and software programs included with your system View the Electronic Flyer which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer Go to the Sony Online Support Web site to view the VAIO Computer Specifications which lists your computer s hardware specifications and preinstalled software information For Sony software information 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life Page 1 Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO computer Your new high performance multimedia computer combines state of the art computer functionality with the latest audio video and information technology features Unpacking Your Computer Planning an Ergonomic Work Space Page 2 Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown depending on the system configuration purchased For details on the accessories supplied with your computer see the online Specifications sheet Your VAIO computer is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs Use the VAIO Recovery utility to recover your computer s operating system and preinstalled software Com puter and supplied accessories System unit
34. INK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK devices to your system such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions Page 12 About the Keyboard Your VAIO keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions VAIO Keyboard Number Function Volume Lock Volume Capital Mute Standby Loc Sac Lock Numeric Keypad Directional arrows Windows Applications KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks The task associated with each function key may vary from one application to the next Volume Control q A Press a button to increase or decrease the volume of the speakers Mute a Press the button to turn off the speaker sound Press the Mute button again to restore sound Standby Press the button to place the computer in Standby mode Press the Power button or any key briefly to resume normal operation Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations Press the
35. Press to begin playback PAUSE button Press to pause playback 14 MENU button Press to view a shortcut menu of available software programs Press again to hide this menu Note For the Giga Pocket software program the Select Video Capsules window displays Press the button again to hide this window 15 TOOLS button The function of this button may vary between DVD media See the DVD player software program instructions for details 16 APPLICATION CLOSE button Press to close the Giga Pocket software program 17 CHANNEL button Press to change channels automatically no number input required Note This function is only available for the Giga Pocket software program 4 For more details about the function buttons on your remote control see Giga Pocket Help To set up the remote control Insert two AA batteries Supplied into the remote control as shown Inserting batteries into the remote control If your remote control does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced When your remote control is not being used for extended periods of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage 1 See the online specifications sheet for information about your computer s hardware configuration Page 18 setting Up Your CompDuYUter Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in the section The location of the controls ports and jacks may vary from the i
36. air with good back support and armrests Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit with relaxed upright posture avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward 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 You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness Page 5 Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with the controls ports and jacks on your computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features and the location of the controls ports and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section To view the specific connection capabilities for your system see the online specifications sheet About the Front Panel About the Back Panel About the Keyboard About the Remote Control Page 6 About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO computer enables access t
37. al to your cable service access Connect the other end to the In jack on the back panel of your set top box STB 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable optional to the Out jack on your STB Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter adapter optional 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable supplied to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer Page 34 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable optional to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display To connect in STB mode Option 1 TV coaxial cable Set top box STB optional Cable service access wall outlet TV coaxial cable optional Splitter optional TV coaxial cable TV coaxial cable supplied optional VHF UHF port VHF UHF port Option 2 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable supplied to your cable service access Connect the other end to the In jack on the back panel of your set top box STB 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable optional to the Out jack on your STB unit Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display 3 Connect one end of the stereo A V dubbing cables with triple RCA jacks optional to the Video Out and Audio OUT L R jacks on the back panel of your STB unit matching the
38. and filter unwanted e mail Norton Parental Control keeps your children safe by letting you block objectionable Web sites and set up separate Internet access privileges for each member of your household Automatic downloads keep Norton Internet Security software updated against new security threats This is a trial version of the Norton Internet Security software PictureGear Studio Page 139 Sony Electronics Inc PictureGear Studio still image management software displays still images from your hard drive or a Sony digital still camera The still images appear in a convenient light table format so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder create your own photo albums and make prints Quicken New User Edition Intuit Inc Quicken software is a fast easy way to organize your finances Quicken software works just like your checkbook so it s easy to learn and use You can even pay your bills online Quicken software manages all of your finances bank accounts credit cards investments and loans Users of earlier versions of Quicken software must upgrade for a fee Upgrade possible to Quicken Deluxe and other versions QuickTime Apple Computer Inc The versatile QuickTime software plays many different kinds of media files including video audio and virtual reality VR movies You can play QuickTime files referred to as QuickTime movies using QuickTime Player or any other software program such as a Web bro
39. ars listing available channels by number and name Click Yes if the channel lineup is correct If channel lineup is incorrect click No and repeat steps 3 and 4 until you locate the correct channel lineup Your TV listings appear in table format organized by time and channel Click Download All Channel Settings to set your channels The Channel Information Converter window appears if this is the first time you have used this download feature Click OK Close all Giga Pocket applications before downloading your TV listings If you are using set top box STB mode you do not need to click Download All Channel Settings Verify the channel settings and click OK Your personal channel settings appear whenever you access the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site If your TV provider adds new channels or changes existing channels an Update icon appears next to Download All Channel Settings Click Update to add the new or updated channels to your personal channel setting Page 69 This section provides basic information about managing your computer s supplied hardware components Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in this section depending on the system configuration purchased To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer see the online Specifications sheet About the Memory Stick Media Slot About the SmartMedia Card Slot About the CompactFlash Microdrive Me
40. ast ACID software to produce arrange and edit your loop based music With ACID software you can slice out long hours from the music making equation and unlock the doors of your creativity by picking painting and playing your songs Screenblaste Sound Forges Sony Pictures Digital Networks Sony Screenblast Sound Forge software enables you to record edit and process mono or stereo audio files for your multimedia or Internet projects Whether you want to use a number of professional effects convert video into streaming media or synchronize audio to video this software has everything you need to create rich immersive multimedia and Internet content Sony VAIO Product Registration Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Product Registration is an integrated registration software program for both Sony Electronics Inc and Microsoft Corporation By registering with Sony you enable Sony to notify you of software and hardware issues that may affect your user experience Microsoft directs the data to Sony Electronics Inc Sony uses the registration data for warranty and product support purposes and the analysis of customer feedback on Sony computer features VAIO Action Setup Sony Electronics Inc Page 140 VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer s shortcut keys VAIO Media Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Media software brings multimedia to your network enabling you to share music video and still image files b
41. cGate Memory Stick media to store and transfer any data created with SonicStage and OpenMG software Currently the Memory Stick slot on VAIO computers may not support all of the high speed data transfer or access control features of the new Memory Stick PRO media You can use the new Memory Stick PRO media as you would use a standard Memory Stick media Visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport regularly for the latest information on the new Memory Stick PRO media CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards Certain VAIO computers support CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport for more information about your computer s hardware configuration Visit this Web site regularly for the latest information on CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards Handling floppy disks Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources 1Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with a floppy disk drive You can purchase a floppy disk drive separately see the online specifications sheet for more information about your computer s hardware configuration Page 135 Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support for your VAIO computer This section describes
42. ccess the Web site at http www sony com pcsupport The Sony Online Support Web site provides Information about your specific model computer such as hardware and software specifications upgrade and maintenance procedures safety and legal information quick solutions to common problems An automated tutorial library that contains interactive easy to understand lessons on using your computer s hardware and software features Links that enable you to quickly find the nearest Sony service center locations arrange for repairs or check repair status review warranty information e mail your question or comments to the Sony Customer Information Services Center check pricing and availability for products accessories and parts as well as purchase online access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base a database that contains answers to many frequently asked questions Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue you can contact a Sony Support representative directly Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center have this basic information readily available l VAIO computer system type Model number Serial number MW QQ 9 OTe gt Example Serial 3000001 Operating system Hardware feature or software program that has a problem See the online VAIO Computer User Guide for the appropriate software contact in
43. ces may cause interference causing your mouse to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing your mouse to stop working properly 1 For wireless or standard optical mice Page 111 How do I set up my mouse for left hand use 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Mouse The Mouse Properties dialog box appears 3 From the Buttons tab select Switch primary and secondary buttons under the Button Configuration options 4 Click Apply then click OK Page 112 Why doesn t my keyboard work properly Check that the keyboard is securely plugged into the keyboard port Save and close all open software programs Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer If you are using a wireless keyboard Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed For proper installation of the AA batteries see the documentation supplied with your equipment Press the CONNECT button on the keyboard to reestablish the connection between the two devices Verify the infrared receiver on the computer s front panel is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices in the area near your wireless keyboard These devices may cause interferenc
44. cke media for viewing with your Sony CLIE Handheld Accessing the Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder follow these steps Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and select All Programs Select Giga Pocket Help and click Giga Pocket Help A Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder maintains information about the software and Video Capsules on your computer s drive D in a folder named D Giga Pocket V5 This folder and its contents are not designed for your direct maintenance Please do not move modify or delete the Giga Pocket Folder or any of its contents Any alteration to this folder or its contents may cause your Giga Pocket software and Video Capsules to stop working properly Page 31 Setting Up Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder This section illustrates how to set up the cables and connections for your Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder system The hardware configuration of your computer may vary from the illustrations shown To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer see the online specifications sheet Page 32 To set up TV connections The best method of connecting your computer system TV monitor or display and cable service access depends on the type of cable connection available in your home Your VAIO Computer is supplied with an antenna cable Depending on your in home cable access you may require extra cables adapters or connection equipment n
45. corder set your display settings as follows Colors Use the default factory settings 32 bit Screen area Set your video resolution to 1024 x 768 pixels If you use other settings you may experience poor image quality on your display Page 101 Why does my system seem to slow down when I play a Video Capsule Your computer may respond slower if you try to play back a Video Capsule while recording a TV program with Giga Pocket During a timer recording Giga Pocket may interrupt or stop your Video Capsule playback to prioritize your computer s resources for the timer recording If this occurs wait until the timer recording session has completed and then play back the Video Capsule Page 102 Why did I get the error message Event buffer of audio overflow The timer recording may fail in certain situations such as The coaxial cable input is disconnected after recording has started The TV channel has lost broadcast signal during the recording session Video content being recorded has poor signal quality Page 103 Why did my on screen display shift or split Your on screen display may shift or split in rare instances If this should occur switch the TV Recording deck and the playback deck or try switching the channel Your timer recording continues even if the on screen display has shifted or split Page 104 Why did Giga Pocket stop allowing me to create new Video Capsules You cannot create a new
46. cording List Displays a list of timer recordings that have been performed as well as pending timer recordings If a daily weekly timer recording is set only the current recording session is shown The total number of timer recordings displayed does not exceed 100 Double click on a recorded timer recording to start playback in Giga Pocket 3 Click Hide to restore Timer Recording Manager to the taskbar If you turn off your computer the timer recording function is disabled Page 55 Viewing your selected program recording schedule You can easily view the programs you have selected to record using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder The Timer Recording Manager feature enables you to change or cancel your timer recording at any time To view your scheduled timer recordings follow these steps aj 1 Double click on the Timer Recording Manager icon located in the Windowse taskbar Review your scheduled timer recordings and make any desired changes or cancellations 2 Click Hide to return the icon to the taskbar You do not have to be connected to the Internet to use the Timer Recording Manager feature Additional information about the Timer Recording Manager When creating a timer recording it is important to remember the following information The timer recording function is disabled if you turn your computer off Your computer should be in Stand by or Hibernate mode if the system is not in active use D
47. d remove the battery from the holder 7 Install the new battery with the plus side facing the battery holder tab Replacing a lithium battery Battery holder 8 Replace the cover See Replacing the cover The values stored in the CMOS memory are now reset to the factory default values Run the Setup utility to reset the date time passwords and other changes you may have made to the BIOS settings If you do not wish to customize your BIOS settings do not run the Setup utility A Dispose of the lithium battery properly In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center To locate a Service Center near you visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Page 86 Resetting the computer s date and time 1 Double click on the time readout displayed in the Windowse tasktray The Date and Time Properties window appears 2 From the Date amp Time tab change the settings as desired Click Apply then click OK Page 87 About Hard Disk Drive Installation Your computer comes with an available internal bay to hold a second standard 3 5 inch hard disk drive Some models such as Configure to Order CTO systems may already have a second hard disk drive installed Your system can support ATA 33 ATA 66 or ATA 100 hard disk drives Sony recomm
48. d then HotSynce onto a Memory Sticke media for viewing with your Sonye CLIE Handheld In order to use the CLIE Converter plug in application make sure you have installed all required software for the CLIE handheld 4 The Sony CLIE Handheld personal entertainment organizers provide a rich and compelling handheld computing experience Powered by the Palm operating system the CLIE handheld is ready to deliver music and video with amazing clarity For more information on this exciting device go to the Sony Style Web site at http sonystyle com vaio clie Page 62 Starting CLIE Converter 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to Giga Pocket point to Plug ins and then click CLIE Converter The Giga Pocket gt CLIE Converter main window appears Giga Pocket gt CLIE Converter En Giga Pocket gt CLIE Converter Current Settings Save To C Documents and Settings E Video 120 x 92 Color Audio High Quality Stereo I Convert while Recording Page 63 Converting Video Capsules 1 From the Giga Pocket gt CLIE Converter window click the Setting button The Settings dialog box appears Enter your desired settings and click OK 2 Start Giga Pocket Explorer as follows 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then select All Programs 2 Select Giga Pocket and then click Giga Pocket Explorer 3 Resize the Giga Pocket Explorer window so that the Giga Pocket gt CLIE
49. dia Slot About i LINK Compatibility Page 70 About the Memory Stick Media Slot Your VAIO computer is equipped with a Memory Sticke slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick media Your computer may not be supplied with a Memory Stick slot depending on the model purchased For details on the specific hardware configuration for your system see the online Specifications sheet About Memory Stick media Memory Sticke media are a compact portable and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible devices The following types of Memory Stick media are available but compatibility with your computer can vary MagicGate Memory Sticke media Provides copyright protection with authentication and encryption using Sonye MagicGate technology Authentication ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media Protected content can be recorded and transferred in an encrypted format that prevents unauthorized duplication or playback You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Memory Stick PRO media Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high speed data transfer features when used with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices VAIO computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only Currently high speed data transfer and the MagicGate technology features such as authentication and encryption are n
50. ding is due to begin STB Refers to set top box otherwise known as a cable box Thumbnail A thumbnail is a miniature view on recorded Video Capsules or in playback by Giga Pocket The main thumbnail is displayed in calendar view or in the Giga Pocket Explorer list area Timer recording A timer recording is a preset video recording event Video Capsule A Video Capsule is a virtual container that holds the video images recorded with Giga Pocket Recorder A Video Capsule is created on your computer hard disk drive and managed with Giga Pocket Explorer Page 66 Accessing Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to Giga Pocket point to Help and then select Giga Pocket Help Page 67 Internet Electronic Program Guide Service Internet Electronic Program Guide is a free online service that enables quick and easy access to your local TV listings You can use the Internet Electronic Program Guide service with your Giga Pockete Personal Video Recorder for a one click set up of timer recordings and record your favorite TV programs Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder must be set up and configured correctly before you can use the Internet Electronic Program Guide service You must read and accept the User Agreement before accessing the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site first time only The Internet Electronic Progra
51. e TV listing provider and may change without notice Pay per view channels can be accessed when making payments directly to the appropriate TV program provider You can schedule up to 100 timer recordings using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder From the online channel guide click on the REC icon Eto select the program you wish to record The Timer Recording Wizard begins and the New Timer Recording Set Channel and Start Date and Time window appears Timer recordings create virtual containers for the recorded content that are called Video Capsules Accessing Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and select All Programs 2 Select Giga Pocket Help and click Giga Pocket Help Page 48 Timer Recording Wizard With the Timer Recording Wizard you can set adjust and cancel the timer recording settings Page 49 Using the Timer Recording Wizard 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar select All Programs then select Giga Pocket 2 Select Timer Recording Wizard The Timer Recording Wizard dialog box appears Timer Recording Wizard 3 Select the desired option from the Select Timer Recording Settings menu and click Next Follow the on screen instructions Click Help if you need more information about selecting timer recording settings New Timer Recording Set Channel Start Date and Time 2 New Timer Recording Set C
52. e causing your keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless keyboard as this may create interference causing your keyboard to stop working properly 1The VAIO W series computer has a built in keyboard Page 113 About the Modem Why is my modem connection slow Many factors can influence modem connection speed such as Telephone line noise Incompatibility with other telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems Internet Service Providers ISP connection capability may vary If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your ISP check the following Contact your telephone company and ask them to verify that your telephone line is free from line noise If your problem is fax related check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems For optimum performance verify that your ISP point of presence POP telephone number is compliant with V 90 standards Ifyou are having a problem connecting with your ISP check that they are not experiencing technical problems Try connecting your modem through another telephone line if available Page 114 About the Modem Why is my modem connection slow Many factors can influence modem connection speed such as Telephone line noise Incompatibility with other telephone equipment such as
53. e into the appropriate port on your compatible device 3 Connect an audio cable with double RCA plugs at each end optional into the composite audio L and R jacks Option 2 1 Connect a stereo A V dubbing cable with triple RCA plugs at each end optional directly into the composite video port composite audio L and R jacks located on either the front or back panel of your computer 2 Connect the other ends of the stereo A V dubbing cable into the appropriate jacks on your compatible device To connect a VCR or camcorder Option 1 Video Cassette Recorder VCR gt 7 Dual audio cable Compatible camcorder optional S video cable optional Connecting the infrared receiver 1 Connect the infrared receiver cable to a USB port located on either the front or back panel of your computer Place the infrared receiver unit in a position that enables it to communicate with your remote control The infrared receiver must be visible in a line of sight with your remote control in order to function properly Page 37 Connecting the infrared receiver back panel Infrared receiver supplied Page 38 Setting Up Giga Pocket Software Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software features and functions are detailed in this section enabling you to begin viewing or recording TV programs Page 39 To set up TV viewing When you start Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder for the first time you are automatically prompted
54. e necessary screws Do not overtighten these screws when securing the new drive to the drive holder 10 Realign the drive holder with the tracks on the inside of the chassis and slide the drive holder in completely 11 Reinsert the drive holder screw and tighten to lock the drive holder back into position 12 Reconnect the IDE and power connectors to the original drive 13 Connect the second drive connector to the new drive Orient the connector to align pin 1 on the red side of the ribbon cable with pin 1 on the new drive 14 Connect the second power connector to the new drive following the instructions supplied with the drive Replacing the drive holder Page 89 15 Replace the cover See Replacing the cover 16 Reconnect the power cord to your computer Identifying the additional hard disk space When you initialize the new hard disk it must be configured as an extended partition in Windows NT file system NTFS format 1 Log on to Windowse as Administrator 2 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then right click My Computer A shortcut menu appears 3 Select Manage The Computer Management window appears 4 Under the file directory go to Storage and then select Disk Management 5 Right click on the newly installed unformatted hard disk Disk label identified with red marking From the shortcut menu select Initialize Disk 6 Click on the Unallocated area of the disk and then right click to display a s
55. e power cord and all cables are connected firmly If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working Verify that the monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on If your system has a built in monitor confirm that it is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted correctly See the manual supplied with your display for details Confirm that the computer is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard 1Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with a floppy disk drive You can purchase this equipment separately Page 93 What can I do if my computer or software stop responding You can try to locate and close the software program that has stopped responding 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 From the Applications tab locate the software program that has the status message Not responding 3 Select the software program that has a Not Responding status and click End Task Windows attempts to close the program If your computer does not respond or the software program does not close try the following steps 1 Save and close any open files if possible 2 Press the AIt F4 keys The Turn Off Computer window appears If the Turn Off Computer window does not appear press Ctrl Alt Dele
56. e wall outlet if you do not intend to use the computer for a long time Do not attempt to open the power supply There are no user serviceable parts in the power supply To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment refer the repair or replacement of the power supply to qualified personnel only Page 129 About Using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder The information in this section provides guidelines to follow when using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Display setup Always set up your display as follows when you use Giga Pocket Color quality Use factory default settings 32 bit Screen resolution Set to 1024 x 768 pixels Using other display settings may cause an improper screen image or an incorrect recording by Giga Pocket software pai Some displays may require the screen resolution to be set to 1280 x 1024 pixels For information on your display s setting requirement see the instructions supplied with your display Check your display setup in the Microsofte Windowse operating system before starting up Giga Pocket software For more information refer to the operating system manual Do not change the display setup while Giga Pocket is running or your system may operate improperly Hard disk drive When the available free space on your hard disk approaches 100 MB you are not able to create a new Video Capsule Delete unnecessary Video Capsules or files in order to increase available space on your ha
57. elephone and modem cables 1 to 2 jack adapter splitter optional eS N Gay L gt A Your computer has a protective sticker oS covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel Conn aSSnty 10BASE T and 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the Ethernet port For help on connecting to a network see your network administrator Page 24 Connecting the Power Cords 1 Plug the power cord into the AC Input port located on the back panel of the computer 2 Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip To connect the power cords Page 25 Turning On your Computer When you start your system for the first time your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that prompts you to restart your computer Respond to this prompt immediately 1 Press the power button on the computer to turn on the power 2 Press the power button on the display to turn on the power 3 Press the power button located on the side of the right speaker to turn on the power To turn on your computer Page 26 Registering your Computer Take advantage of Sony s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer Sony Customer Support Communicate with a Support Repr
58. ends using an ATA 100 hard disk drive to take full advantage of your system s features Fay The hard disk drive access indicator is lit when either internal hard disk drive is active Replacing the original hard disk drive If you replace the original factory installed hard disk drive you may need to correct your drive mapping create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit or visit the Sony Online Support Web site for more information Drive Mapping When a new hard disk drive is installed the original drive mapping may be changed The identified drives including those for removable mediaz may not reflect correct drive icon associations For more information on how to correct your drive mapping visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Hard disk drive recovery When you replace the original hard disk drive the preinstalled VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program cannot restore the drive partitions operating system or original software programs Before replacing the hard disk drive create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit or purchase a kit from Sony 4 Your VAIO computer is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility to recover your computer s operating system and preinstalled software programs For more information about the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program 1 Click Start from the Windowse taskbar and then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Ce
59. er is a suite of interactive Sony audio and video components that are designed to create capture and play back video files derived from television and your personal videos Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder hardware and software applications are not available on all VAIO computers See your computer s online specifications sheet for details on your system configuration About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Setting Up Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Setting Up Giga Pocket Software Giga Pocket Timer Recording Wizard Timer Recording Manager Giga Pocket Explorer CLIE Converter Glossary Internet Electronic Program Guide Service 1 Unauthorized duplication of audio or video files is a violation of applicable laws Page 29 About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder is a unique set of tools that enhance your VAIO computer s capabilities Giga Pocket gives you a wide range of video viewing recording and playback capabilities such as Watching and recording television programs from your computer Viewing and recording TV programming simultaneously Setting and managing daily weekly timer recording schedules Managing Video Capsules recorded video contents on your computer Recording personal video content from a videotape Playing your Video Capsules on other computers Operating Giga Pocket functions w
60. erview The upgrading procedures described in this section assume that you are familiar with the general terminology associated with personal computers safety practices required regulatory compliances and the modification of electronic equipment Before upgrading your computer Disconnect the computer from its power source and from telecommunications links networks or modems before you open the unit or follow any procedures described in this section A Failure to disconnect your computer from its power source may result in personal injury or equipment damage Always turn the power off before you open the system or connect your computer to peripheral equipment Otherwise damage may occur to the integrated circuits in your computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features mentioned in this section The interior hardware configuration of your system may vary from the illustrations depending on the computer purchased To view the specific hardware configuration for your system see the online specifications sheet 4 You may need to temporarily remove add on cards or other components that may be near the slot cover you plan to remove A Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives add on cards and other components Follow the procedures described here only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electric
61. es recorded images as Video Capsules The Video Capsules provide file recording information which can be viewed through Giga Pocket Explorer Manage your Video Capsules with Giga Pocket Explorer 4 You cannot record a program into a previously recorded Video Capsule All new content is recorded into a new Video Capsule 1 Select your program by switching to the appropriate channel Use the channel buttons located at the bottom of the Giga Pocket window or use the right and left direction arrows on your keyboard 2 Click Record F located at the bottom of the window to begin recording your Video Capsule 3 When your program has completed or you wish to end the Video Capsule click Stop To pause your recording session click Pause Click on it again to resume recording Using the Slip Play feature While a program is being recorded on the TV Recording deck you can watch that same program from the beginning using the Playback deck You can begin using Slip Play to view your recording beginning approximately ten seconds after your recording session begins 1 From the menu bar click Functions 2 Select Start Slip Play Additional information about Giga Pocket Giga Pockete can be used for external video recording Depending on conditions not all video images can be recorded or displayed Video input from game consoles may not be recorded or displayed in Giga Pocket When you input an image from a video player
62. esentative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer Limited warranty Protect your investment See the Limited Warranty Card for more details 4 You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit Follow the on screen instructions to complete the registration process If you are not able to register your computer during the first session you are provided with additional registration opportunities later Page 27 Turning Off your Computer Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time A To avoid loss of data do not use the Power button to turn off the computer To turn off your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Turn Off Computer The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears 2 Select the Turn Off option Respond to any prompts about saving your documents 3 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically the power indicator light turns off 4 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer If you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time use Stand by mode About the power button If your system stops responding press and hold the Power button for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down You may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not shut down on the first attempt Page 28 Giga Pocket P LVideo R j Giga Pockete Personal Video Record
63. etween your VAIO computers You can set up one or more computers as media servers which store your multimedia files and make them available to other VAIO computers on your wired or wireless network VAIO Music Services Sony Electronics Inc Download music from the web create your own albums or have CDs sent straight to your house with VAIO Music Services The ultimate place on the Web for music lovers to find out information about their favorite artist and get all of the latest music news VAIO Support Agent Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Support Agent provides immediate interactive online support with information about your preinstalled software and answers to frequently asked questions WinDVDe for VAIO InterVideo Inc WinDVD software serves as a simple to use DVD player that offers all the features you would expect to find in a standard consumer DVD player including advanced display and navigation features such as zoom pan bookmark and time search Contact information By software publisher Adobe Systems Inc web site http www adobe com telephone 800 685 3652 hours M F 6 AM 5 PM PST America Online Inc web site http www aol com Apple Computer Inc web site http www info apple com telephone 800 275 2273 DigiOn Inc and Easy Systems Ltd Japan web site For Drag n Drop CD DVD http www ddcd jp dd3e sony cd For RecordNow http www easy co jp jrn45 sony E
64. fax machines or other modems Internet Service Providers ISP connection capability may vary If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your ISP check the following Contact your telephone company and ask them to verify that your telephone line is free from line noise If your problem is fax related check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems For optimum performance verify that your ISP point of presence POP telephone number is compliant with V 90 standards Ifyou are having a problem connecting with your ISP check that they are not experiencing technical problems Try connecting your modem through another telephone line if available Page 115 Why doesn t my modem work properly Your modem may be experiencing equipment or software conflicts If your modem is not functioning properly check the following Check that the telephone line is plugged into the modem line jack Check that the telephone line is working properly You can verify the line by plugging in an external device such as a standard telephone or fax machine and listening for a dial tone Check that the access telephone number POP is correct All software programs that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer s modem If you have installed other software contact the software publisher for information o
65. formation Brief description of the issue For VAIO computers purchased in the U S and Canada contact a Sony Support representative at 1 888 476 6972 1 Upgrade and maintenance information may not be available for all computer models 2The serial number is located on the back panel of your computer The serial number is on a white barcode label Page 143
66. hannel Start Date and Time Ch 1 CHOOT gt 7 24 2002 M EE rs e e i eae Stet eeoralig Amaesbeme statine Bowel stat Wine lon mecoraing WES 4 Verify that the information is correct and click Next The programming station and time information is Page 50 automatically programmed into the appropriate Timer Recording Wizard fields You can set the stop time for your timer recording and select the recording mode The stop time is automatically programmed into the Timer Recording Wizard Verify the stop time choose a recording mode and then click Next Recording Mode Description Standard Play SP Standard recording mode MPEG 2 High Quality HQ Image quality is improved but recording requires more space on the hard disk drive as compared to using SP or LP recording modes MPEG 2 Long Play LP Image quality is reduced but recording requires less space on the hard disk drive as compared to using HQ recording mode MPEG 1 New Timer Recording Set Stop Time and Recording Mode 2 New Timer Recording Set Stop Time and Recording Mode chi CHo 0772472002 08 09PM Stearic TRUE S Gt atopy ire Eotiel Stop line Tor eecoraitagy WSS Ter 95979 38 MB My Cabinet x Back Next gt L Decide Cancel Help 6 From the New Timer Recording Set Details dialog box you can customize the timer recording schedule Select how often you want to record the program New Timer Record
67. he specific hardware configuration for your system see the online Specifications sheet Inserting a SmartMedia card l Insert a SmartMedia card into the SmartMedia card slot A Always insert a SmartMedia card into the SmartMedia card slot for proper operation Do not insert any other type of card into the SmartMedia slot Inserting a SmartMedia card Insert SmartMedia card in this direction 2 If the media does not insert easily remove it from the slot and verify that it is not upside down or backwards Carefully reinsert the SmartMedia card but do not force it into the slot Removing a SmartMedia card Carefully pull the extended portion of the SmartMedia card to remove it from the SmartMedia slot Removing a SmartMedia card A Do not remove the SmartMedia card while the media access indicator light is on The media or itp Ata 3 may become damaged Additional information about SmartMedia cards If you plan to share your media card between your VAIO computer and devices such as a digital camera or music player the media must be formatted properly Format the media card by using it in the device first See the information supplied with the device for details on formatting media If your device does not recognize the media that has been formatted by your computer 1 Save the media contents to your hard disk drive 2 Reformat the media with the device Page 74 About the CompactFlash Microdrive Media Slot
68. he memory module slots Remove the memory module from its anti static package handling it by the the edges Locate the notch on the bottom edge of the module to align it over the open memory slot Firmly insert the bottom edge of the memory module into the slot Press down evenly against the module s upper corners The latches snap into position holding the module in place A To avoid damaging a memory module slot move the end latches slightly outward to relieve pressure The module clicks into place Reinstall any components or add on cards you may have removed Replace the cover See Replacing the cover Page 85 About the Lithium Battery The lithium battery starts to weaken after several years and the system settings such as the date and time stored in CMOS RAM may become inaccurate Replace the lithium battery when this occurs A There is danger of the battery exploding if it is replaced incorrectly Replace the battery only with a CR2032 type lithium battery Replacing the lithium battery 1 Write down any changes you may have made to the settings in the BIOS Setup utility 2 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 3 Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices 4 Remove the cover See Removing the cover 5 If necessary remove any cables add on cards or other components to access the lithium battery 6 Gently push the battery holder s tab away from the battery an
69. hnology On occasion you may see tiny black or colored points on the LCD This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Avoid rubbing the screen as this can damage the LCD Use a soft dry cloth to clean the display 1The PCV W and PCV V series models have a built in LCD monitor Page 134 About Recording and Data Storage Media Handling CD or DVD media Do not touch the surface of the disc Do not drop or bend the disc Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical drive and damage the drive Cleaning CD or DVD media Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its integrity Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner commercially available cleaners or anti static spray as they may cause damage to the disc For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Using Memory Stick media MagicGate Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media are the only media that support MagicGate technology Currently Sonye SonicStage and OpenMG software are not compatible with the new Memory Stick PRO media Sony suggests using only the Magi
70. hortcut menu 7 Select New Partition The New Partition wizard appears 8 Follow the wizard s on screen instructions to complete the process The Windowse XP operating system recognizes the new hard disk drive and applies the NTFS format 1 Drive mapping refers to the assignment of an identifying letter to a specific drive such as Drive C or Drive D which identify the original hard disk drive 2 Your computer may be equipped with removable media drives such as a Memory Stick SmartMedia CompactFlash or Microdrive media slot See the online Specifications sheet for more information about your computer s hardware configuration 3A System Reference Manual is not available for all VAIO computer models Page 90 CO This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems You can also find helpful information on how to use your computer s hardware features and preinstalled software Your computer may not be equipped with all of the features or software discussed in this section depending on the system configuration purchased About VAIO Computer Functions About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder About Using the Optical Disc Drive s About the Mouse and Keyboard About the Modem About the Speakers About Using a Microphone About Using Peripheral Equipment Page 91 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start Verify that the computer is plugged into a power
71. ing Set Details Page 51 2 New Timer Recording Set Details 07 24 08 09 PM Ch 1 CHOO1 E 7 Select a date for the recorded program to be automatically deleted from your hard disk drive using the Expiration date of Video Capsule drop down list Ao To maintain adequate space on your hard disk drive Giga Pockete Personal Video Recorder enables you to set an expiration date for your Video Capsules to be automatically deleted 8 Click Decide to review your setting preferences The New Timer Recording Confirm dialog box appears Click Next New Timer Recording Confirm 452 z p 9 New Timer Recording Confirm 9 The New Timer Recording Completed dialog box appears Click Finish Page 52 New Timer Recording Completed Set New Timer Recording Back to the first window Please make sure that an icon of Timer Recording Manager is displayed on the task tray If not displayed please run the Timer Recording Manager and display an icon on the task tray Additional information about the Timer Recording Wizard Timer recording requires approximately 30 seconds pre recording preparation time prior to beginning each recording session Please keep this in mind when setting up multiple back to back recording sessions Giga Pocket software stops the current timer recording pauses to prepare and then begins the next timer recording according to the set start time The length of your first Video Capsule
72. ing gaming Enter an enormous virtual environment an entire world with its own diverse species economic systems alliances and politics Make yourself a noble human knight a vicious dark elf thief a greedy dwarven merchant or whatever your heart desires as you meet new friends from around the world and face epic challenges Rated TEEN by the ESRB Content may be suitable for persons ages 13 and older May contain violent content mild or strong language and or suggestive themes Page 138 Giga Pockets Personal Video Recorder Sony Electronics Inc Giga Pockete Personal Video Recorder is a unique set of hardware and software components that provide you with excellent TV viewing recording and playback experiences You can watch and record your favorite TV programs from your computer create custom playlists and play your Video Capsules on other compatible computers Giga Pockets Personal Video Recorder enables your computer TV VCR and other video player devices to work in harmony ImageStatione Sony Electronics Inc With ImageStatione online service you can store organize and share your photos and video clips online ImageStation online service membership is free except for transactions and includes unlimited storage of digital photos storage for 15 minutes of video clips tools to personalize the design and arrangement of your pictures in albums and access to stories and tips about image handling in ImageStation Magazine
73. ion You can transfer your converted video files directly to your CLIE Handheld when you start a HotSync operation 1 From the Giga Pocket gt CLIE Converter main window click to select the videos you want to transfer using the HotSync operation 2 Click Send To The Send To dialog box appears 3 Select Using HotSync as the transfer destination Designate a user name if applicable to your handheld s configuration Click OK 4 The Send to HotSync dialog box appears Follow the on screen instructions and click OK 4 For more information about the HotSync operation see the information supplied with your CLIE Handheld Accessing CLIE Converter Help For more information about using the CLIE Converter plug in application follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to Giga Pocket point to Help and then click CLIE Converter Help Page 65 Glossary The most common terms for Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software are defined below Cabinet A cabinet acts as a container for Video Capsules in Giga Pocket Explorer A network cabinet is located on other computers in a network environment CATV Refers to Community Access Television otherwise known as cable television Clip A clip is a Video Capsule when it is stored in a Playlist Cut A cut is a selected scene taken from a previously recorded Video Capsule Expiration date A Video Capsule is stored on the hard disk drive for a p
74. isable screensavers and any other applications that may access your computer s hard disk drive during the timer recording If you are using a set top box STB make sure it is turned on and set to the channel you want to record When you set up a timer recording using Giga Pocket software always use the Timer Recording Manager If the Timer Recording Manager is not set up the recording does not start even if you set the timer recording settings with the Timer Recording Wizard Your computer s default setting enables Timer Recording Manager to start automatically when the computer is started The timer recording starts a few seconds earlier than the specified recording start time Under certain circumstances a daily or weekly timer recording may not be executed the second and subsequent times A timer recording may fail if the computer s clock setting is changed right before the preset recording time Before changing the computer s clock setting verify that there are no timer recordings set to begin Close the Time Recording Manager before changing the computer s clock setting Restart Timer Recording Manager after you have changed the time setting If a different user logs on using the fast switch or switch user features the Timer Recording feature is not available to another user account The Timer Recording Manager icon appears in the taskbar of the first user to log on Accessing Giga Pocket Help For more information about
75. ith a remote control device Sharing Giga Pocket features and functions with other computers on a network Transforming Video Capsules into gMovie format for viewing on your CLIE handheld 4 For an explanation of Giga Pocket terms see the Glossary Page 30 Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder includes Giga Pocket This application enables you to watch TV programs on your computer s display and record them onto the hard disk drive as Video Capsules for later playback Timer Recording Manager The Timer Recording Manager keeps track of all TV program recordings you have scheduled This program also enables you to modify timer recordings Timer Recording Wizard The Wizard interface guides you through setting up a timer recording schedule You can program one time recordings and set up daily or weekly recurring recording schedules Giga Pocket Explorer The Giga Pocket Explorer program functions as your video file management system and stores recorded Video Capsules as well as modified Playlists Giga Pocket Explorer contains export import functions for file format conversions Giga Pocket Server The Giga Pocket Server enables multiple computers on a network to use certain Giga Pocket software functions CLIE Converter The CLIE Converter is a plug in application that enables the conversion of Video Capsules into gMovie format You can change the format your Giga Pockets contents and transfer them onto a Memory Sti
76. ity for example cellophane wrappers Ground yourself by maintaining continuous contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Page 79 About Opening the System Unit Removing the cover 1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 2 Unplug your computer and disconnect any peripheral devices 3 Position the system unit so that the back panel is facing you 4 Unscrew the three cover release screws located on the edges of the back panel and set aside Removing the release screws 5 When the screws are removed the cover is released Slide the cover towards the back of the unit to remove it Removing the cover A If you remove the cover immediately after you shut down your computer the components may be too hot to touch Wait until the internal parts of the system unit cool down before you attempt to remove the cover Page 80 Replacing the cover 1 Carefully align the cover to the chassis frame The cover should align evenly against the chassis 2 Slide the cover firmly onto the unit sliding it forward until the cover snaps into place 3 Replace the release screws Replacing the cover amp Page 81 About Add on Card Installation Your computer may have one or more open expansion slots depending on the model configuration An expansion slot enables you to install add on cards to expand the functionality of your system The le
77. ll camera What s more you can easily give a professional look to your DVDs by adding chapter menus backgrounds and menu screens You re only a few clicks away from your own DVDs CLIE Converter Sony Electronics Inc CLIE Converter software is a plug in software program that converts Giga Pocket Video Capsules into Movie Player format for playback on your Sonye CLIE handheld After converting your Video Capsules you can use CLIE Converter software to transfer them to Memory Sticke media or to save them to your hard disk drive for transfer to your CLIE handheld during your next HotSynce operation Drag n Drop CD DVD DigiOn Inc and Easy Systems Ltd Japan Drag n Drop CD DVD software is designed to make CD and DVD creation simple You can create you own audio or data CDs and data DVDs These discs can be read in most audio CD players or personal computers With Drag n Drop CD DVD software you can also back up CDs DVgate Plus Sony Electronics Inc Connect a compatible digital video camera to your computer s i LINK port and capture video clips and still images Edit clips from your video add new clips and combine clips into new movie segments Save your movies back to your digital video camera or in a variety of popular file formats EverQueste Everquest Sony Online Entertainment Inc This introductory edition of the EverQuest game a constantly evolving fantasy world takes users to new heights of online role play
78. llustrations shown See the online specifications sheet for your system s specific hardware configuration Connecting a Display Monitor Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables Connecting the Power Cords Turning On your Computer Registering your Computer Turning Off your Computer Page 19 Connecting a Display Monitor Plug the display s cable into the appropriate monitor port If necessary plug the display s cable into the back of the display The location and availability of the monitor ports may vary depending on the model purchased For details about your computer s hardware configuration see the online specifications sheet To connect a display To connect a DVI display Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency Page 20 Connecting the Speakers The right and left speakers are attached The right speaker has a speaker wire with a jack connector and an AC power cord that supplies power to both speakers 1 From the right speaker plug the jack connector into the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer 2 From the right speaker plug the AC power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or surge suppressor To connect the speakers Page 21 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard port
79. m Guide service is available only to users in the United States 1 Unauthorized duplication of audio or video files is a violation of applicable laws Page 68 Setting up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service You must be connected to the Internet before setting up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service Sony recommends using Microsofte Internet Explorer as your Web browser to access the Internet Electronic Program Guide service To set up Internet Electronic Program Guide service follow these steps l Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and point to All Programs Point to Giga Pocket then click TV Program Web site Microsofte Internet Explorer starts and you are directed to the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site The Terms of Use window appears Click I accept to continue The Welcome and Registration window appears Internet Electronic Program Guide Welcome and Registration Welcome To see TY listings enter your Z click Continue Continue REGISTERED USERS Fill out the fields below to get your customized listings To create Username customized T Password listings z Go Register Login In the Welcome section enter your 5 digit zip code and click Continue The Choose Your Provider window appears listing all TV providers or TV services available in your area Select your TV provider and then click Confirm Channel Lineup The Confirm Lineup window appe
80. may ship with all available memory slots filled For memory replacement or upgrades use the correct memory module for your computer s configuration See the online Specifications sheet for details about the amount and type of memory installed in your computer You can purchase additional memory modules accessories and peripheral equipment from your local retailer A Observe the proper safety precautions when you add or remove the memory in your computer See Before upgrading your computer Removing a memory module l T Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices Remove the cover See Removing the cover Gently place the unit on its side If necessary remove any cables add on cards or other components to access the memory module slots Locate the memory module s you wish to remove Push down on the latches located on both sides of the module to gently eject it from the slot Grasp one edge of the module and lift it out Store the module in a static free bag Removing Installing memory Latch Installing a memory module Page 84 10 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices Remove the cover See Removing the cover Gently place the unit on its side If necessary remove any cables add on cards or other components to access t
81. ments Adobe Systems Inc Using state of the art image editing tools you can unleash your artistic ability and create digital images for print e mail and posting to the Web The versatile image capturing options enable you to start working with digital and traditional photos immediately Explore extensive creative possibilities for your personal images with Adobe Photoshop Elements software Upgrade possible to Adobe Photoshop software Adobe Readers Adobe Systems Inc Adobe Reader software enables you to view navigate and print electronic documents in Adobe s Portable Document Format PDF an open file format intended to preserve the fidelity of documents created on many major computer platforms America Onlinee Broadband or Dial Up America Online Inc America Online is a popular Internet Service Provider ISP Stay in touch with family and friends with easy to use e mail Manage your personal finances get the latest news and sports scores and chat with thousands of others who share your interests Click to DVD Sony Electronics Inc At the touch of a button Click to DVD software allows you to automatically burn DVDs from a digital video device Create DVDs by capturing video content straight from a digital video DV device or by importing video from stored files and you can also edit the video if desired Create DVD photo albums and slide shows with picture files or by importing pictures from a digital sti
82. mmunicate with each other Refer to the documentation supplied with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK devices to your system such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions Connecting an i LINK IEEE 1394 device e 1 Use the symbol to locate the i LINK port on your compatible i LINK device and on your computer Plug the i LINK cable connector into this port 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the corresponding 4 or 6 pin i LINK port on your computer 4 See the instructions supplied with your i LINK device for more information on installation and use Page 77 U ij Maintaini VALO i In the future you may want to increase the functionality of your VAIO computer This section describes how to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on your system To view the specific connection capabilities for your system see the online specifications sheet For detailed information about upgrading your computer see your model s System Reference Manual You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Overview About Opening the System Unit About Add on Card Installation About Installing Memory About the Lithium Battery About Hard Disk Drive Installation Page 78 Ov
83. mputer to stop responding while it tries to read the disc If necessary remove the disc and check that it is not dirty or damaged The preinstalled CD or DVD software may not be working properly For information about recovering preinstalled software see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options To access VAIO Recovery Options follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO Recovery Options 1 The default video resolution settings may vary between different VAIO computer models Page 109 About the Mouse and Keyboard Why doesn t my mouse work properly Confirm that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port If you are using a USB mouse verify that the mouse is plugged securely into the appropriate USB port Save and close all open software programs Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer If you are using an optical mouse use an appropriate surface to ensure proper mouse tracking A good mouse surface requires a certain amount of detail or texture to enable mouse tracking Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that do not have a lot of repetitive patterning Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines Avoid possible damage to easily scratched surfaces by using a mouse pad Avoid surfaces that may damage or soil your optical mouse Dir
84. n how to configure the software in order to recognize the modem If it appears that your modem is not functioning properly check the device status 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and then select Phone and Modem Options 3 From the Modems tab click to select your modem 4 Click Properties The Modem Properties window appears 5 Review the information in the Device status section If your modem is not working properly click the Troubleshoot button The Help and Support Center window appears 6 Follow the on screen instructions to resolve the problem The modem driver s may not be working properly To recover your modem drivers see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options for more information To access VAIO Recovery Options follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO Recovery Options Page 116 How do I change my modem to rotary or touch tone dialing 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Phone and Modem options 3 From the Dialing Rules tab click Edit The Edit Location dialog box appears 4 Select the Tone or Pulse option Click OK Page 117 How do I set up a dial up connection After you have connected your computer s modem cable follow these steps to set up your dial
85. ndle Your computer operates on 100 120 V AC 50 60 Hz only Plug all the power cords for your computer and its peripheral equipment into the same AC supply line AC derived from different supply lines may result in voltage differences that can cause unstable operation or unwanted weak currents at the time of connection Do not share the AC outlet with any other power consuming equipment such as copying machines or shredders 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 If you live in an area that experiences frequent power fluctuations you may want to purchase an Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS This device contains both a surge protector and a battery backup The surge protector prevents damage to your computer caused by power surges The battery backup safeguards your data during a brief period of power loss The power control button on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power To remove power from the system you must turn off the computer and then unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet or power strip Do not place heavy objects on the power cord Do not operate the system with the cover removed Always reinstall the cover before turning on the system To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from th
86. ng systems To install your printer follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Add a Printer The Add Printer Wizard appears 3 From the Add Printer Wizard click Next 4 Select Local Printer then click Next Fy Place a check mark in the box Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer if you are installing a recently manufactured printer equipped with Plug and Play capability 5 Select the appropriate port usually LPT1 if using the parallel port and then click Next 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model Follow the on screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation If the printer is not included in the list but the printer manufacturer provides a disk with the appropriate Windows XP Printer driver 1 Choose Have Disk 2 Enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK Ifthe printer is not included in the list and no drivers are provided with the printer 1 Select a similar printer that your printer may emulate 2 Refer to the user manual or guide supplied with your printer 3 Visit the printer manufacturer s Web site for technical support 1 The location of the connection ports for peripheral equipment may vary depending upon your computer s hardware configuration Page 125 About Using Peripheral Equipment How do I install a printer
87. ngth of the add on card should not exceed 9 05 inches Add on card configuration varies by model Some models such as Configure to Order CTO systems may contain preinstalled add on cards A Observe the proper safety precautions when you add cards to your Sony computer See Before upgrading your computer Installing an add on card 1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 2 Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices 3 Remove the cover See Removing the cover 4 Locate an available expansion slot Remove the slot cover s screw and then remove the slot cover A When removing a slot cover be careful not to damage components on the system board or add on cards You may need to temporarily remove add on cards or other components that may be next to the slot cover you want to remove Removing installing the slot cover 5 Install the add on card by inserting it into the expansion slot and securing it with the screw from the expansion slot cover Installing an add on card Page 82 Attach any internal cables that the card requires See the instructions supplied with the add on card Replace the cover See Replacing the cover Reconnect the power cord and all peripheral devices Turn on the computer Page 83 About Installing Memory The amount of preinstalled memory may vary depending on the system configuration you purchased Your computer
88. nnected video player device or a video game console may not display or are not displayed correctly These images include Images from a playback screen that is in pause mode Menu screens of the connected video player device The end of the film roll being played back using the scroll bar Video output from a video game console Video output from a VCR using a coaxial cable Giga Pockets cannot record or display all video images from this source Page 99 About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Why can t I see an image or an image that is displayed properly when I am using a VCR Some images from an externally connected video player device or a video game console may not display or are not displayed correctly These images include Giga Pockets cannot record or display all video images from this source Images from a playback screen that is in pause mode Menu screens of the connected video player device The end of the film roll being played back using the scroll bar Video output from a video game console Video output from a VCR using a coaxial cable Page 100 Why does my Giga Pocket viewing window or the images played back from a Video Capsule appear distorted or corrupted There are some situations where screen or image distortion may occur such as When you change the channel on the video player device If there is a damaged section on your video tape When using Giga Pocket Personal Video Re
89. nter click VAIO Recovery Options Using the Sony Online Support Web site For detailed information about installing additional hard disk drives see the System Reference Manual You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Your computer must have an active Internet connection to access the Sony Online Support Web site A Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you upgrade your Sony computer See Before upgrading your computer Installing an additional hard disk drive 1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 2 Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices 3 Remove the cover See Removing the cover 4 Configure the jumpers on the new drive as a slave See the configuration instructions supplied with your drive 5 Detach the power and drive cables from the original hard disk drive that is preinstalled in your computer 6 Release the drive holder from the chassis by removing the drive holder screw 7 Slide the drive holder out Removing the drive holder Page 88 id 8 Slide the new drive into the drive holder and align the holes on each side of the drive to the holes in the drive holder 9 Secure the drive to the drive holder with screws through the holes on each side of the drive holder Attaching the drive screws Your new hard disk drive is supplied with th
90. o http www sony com pcsupport Preinstalled software Help files Each preinstalled software program provides online Help within the software that describes the software s features In these Help files you can find tutorials that teach you to use the software and locate troubleshooting support should problems occur To access software Help files 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs A submenu appears listing all preinstalled software programs 2 Click the desired software program The software s main window appears 3 From the menu bar click Help The Help file appears VAIO Software Provides specific information on preinstalled software on your computer To access this online software information 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life 1You can locate the online Help for Sony software programs by pointing to the individual software program s icon and selecting Help from the submenu Page 137 Software Help and Support Support information for the preinstalled software on your system is located in this section Sony software support is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software discussed in this section depending on the computer purchased To view information about the specific software preinstalled on your computer see the software program s online Help Adobe Photoshope Ele
91. o the optical and floppy disk drives On certain models the front panel also provides access to a Memory Sticke media slot Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder features SmartMedia CompactFlashe Microdrive media card slot Universal Serial Bus USB and i LINKe ports that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices System configuration may vary depending on the model purchased See the online specifications sheet for details Front panel EC TMM 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3 5 inch floppy disk 4 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk 5 Power button The power button turns the computer on off Page 7 6 Standby indicator Light is amber when the computer is in Stand by mode 7 Memory Stick media slot and access indicator Reads and writes data from and to a Memory Sticke media The access indicator is amber when reading or writing data to a Memory Stick media 8 Media access indicator Light is amber when reading or writing data 9 S video In jack Connection for an S video cable optional Composite video In jack Connection for a video cable optional Composite audio L In jack Connection for an audio cable optional
92. ock the ventilation slots on the display Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The 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 About handling an LCD monitor display Do not place the display near a strong magnetic force Do not block the ventilation slots on the display Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The 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 Do not leave the LCD in direct sunlight as this may damage the screen Use caution when using the computer near a window Do not exert pressure on the LCD or scratch the surface as this may cause the screen to malfunction The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision tec
93. on 2 Press the Eject button on the drive To use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select My Computer 2 Right click the appropriate optical drive icon 3 Select Eject from the shortcut menu Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD or DVD media Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is in use in your optical drive s and may cause damage to the unit Page 107 Why can t I play a DVD or CD media After inserting your CD or DVD wait a few seconds for the system to detect it before trying to access it Confirm that the disc is in the tray with the label side facing up Install your CD or DVD software according to the manufacturer s instructions If your drive reads some DVDs or CDs but not others check the shiny side of the disc for dirt or scratches The preinstalled CD or DVD software may not be working properly To recover this software see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options for more information To access VAIO Recovery Options follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO Recovery Options Page 108 Why isn t my DVD playing properly Ifa region code warning appears when you are using a DVD player software program it may be that the region code of the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the region code setting of your optical drive A region code
94. orted MPEG file into a Video Capsule only if the file was created using DVgate Assemble or other VAIO AV applications Page 60 Using Network Cabinets Giga Pocket Explorer enables you to connect to Video Capsules in network cabinets located on other computers in a network These network cabinets can be accessed through the Giga Pocket Explorer main window when you are connected to the network Connecting to Network Cabinets 1 On the Giga Pocket Explorer menu select Network and then Connect Disconnect The Connect Disconnect Server dialog box appears Connect Disconnect Server Connect Disconnect Server Server list Connected Server exer meer 2 Select the server you want to connect to from the Server list 3 Click Connect to add the selected server to the Connected Server list then click OK The server is connected 4 To disconnect repeat step 1 then select the server you want to disconnect from the Connected Server list 5 Click Disconnect then click OK The server is disconnected Accessing Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and select All Programs 2 Select Giga Pocket Help and click Giga Pocket Help Page 61 CLIE Converter The CLIE Converter is a plug in application that enables the conversion of Video Capsules into gMovie format You can convert your Giga Pockete Video Capsules an
95. ot available You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Memory Sticke media Provides data storage only The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high speed data transfer You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Currently Sonye SonicStage and OpenMG software are not compatible with the new Memory Stick PRO media Sony suggests using only MagicGate Memory Stick media to store and transfer any data created with SonicStage or OpenMG software Visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport regularly for the latest information on Memory Sticke media 4 Memory Stick media do not support video file playback directly from the media Copy the video file to your hard disk drive and then play back the file Inserting a Memory Stick media 1 Use your fingertip to pull open the lower front panel cover 2 Insert the Memory Sticke media into the Memory Stick media slot 3 If the media does not insert easily remove it from the slot and verify that it is not upside down or backwards Carefully reinsert the Memory Stick media but do not force it into the slot Removing a Memory Stick media A small portion of the Memory Stick media remains extended when it is inserted into the Memory Stick media slot 1 Press the extended portion of the Memory Stick media to release it from the Memory Stick slot The media extends further enabling you to grasp
96. ot supplied with your computer Connecting to standard cable access CATV Option 1 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable supplied to your cable service access 2 Connect the other end of the TV coaxial cable to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer To connect in CATV mode Option 1 VHF UHF port Cable service access wall outlet a TV coaxial cable supplied Option 2 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable optional to your cable service access Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter adapter 2 Connect the TV coaxial cable supplied to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable optional to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display To connect in CATV mode Option 2 TV coaxial cable TV coaxial cable optional supplied VHF UHF port Splitter optional Cable service access wall outlet TV coaxial cable optional Connecting to a standard antenna air Page 33 You can connect your Giga Pocket system to an indoor outdoor antenna system using Option 1 or 2 from the previous section Connecting to standard cable access CATV Depending on the type of antenna system in your home your connection may require a
97. plug and jack colors 4 Connect the other RCA jacks of the stereo dubbing cable into the Audio R IN Audio L IN and Composite video IN jacks on the back panel of your computer matching the plug and jack colors To connect in STB mode Option 2 Page 35 Audio R IN Audio L IN Composite Video Stereo A V dubbing cables with triple RCA plugs optional Set top box STB Audio OUT L R coaxial cables 1 supplied VHF UHF port Page 36 To set up additional equipment This section illustrates how to set up additional equipment with the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder System Your VAIO computer has both audio and video connection capability The connections are located behind the bottom panel on the front of the system unit You can connect a compatible VCR camcorder or other digital video device using the audio jacks and video ports Connecting a device using an audio cable 1 Connect a dual audio cable optional to the composite audio L and R jacks located on the either the front or back panels of your computer 2 Connect the other ends of the dual audio cable to your device Connecting a device using an S video or video cable Your device may have either standard video or S video connection capability Option 1 1 Connect an S video cable optional directly into the S video jack on either the front or back panel of your computer 2 Connect the other end of the S video cabl
98. prevent proper operation Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices in the area near your wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing your mouse to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing your mouse to stop working properly 1 For wireless or standard optical mice Page 110 About the Mouse and Keyboard Why doesn t my mouse work properly Confirm that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port If you are using a USB mouse verify that the mouse is plugged securely into the appropriate USB port Save and close all open software programs Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer If you are using an optical mouse use an appropriate surface to ensure proper mouse tracking A good mouse surface requires a certain amount of detail or texture to enable mouse tracking Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that do not have a lot of repetitive patterning Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines Avoid possible damage to easily scratched surfaces by using a mouse pad Avoid surfaces that may damage or soil your optical mouse Dirt or damage may cause the mouse to malfunction If the cursor is not moving properly try using the mouse on another mousing surface or using a mouse pad If
99. rd disk drive If you directly delete move or rename a file in the D Giga Pocket folder Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder features may not work properly Network Microsofte Windowse XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time Even if a different user logs on using the fast switch feature Giga Pocket is not available to any other user account For more information see Giga Pocket Help Microsoft Windows XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time If a different user logs on using the fast switch feature the Timer Recording feature is not available to another user account The Timer Recording Manager icon appears in the task tray of the first user to log on Page 130 About Disposing of the Lithium Battery Dispose of the lithium battery properly In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport A Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries The lithium battery may explode if mistreated Do not disassemble it or dispose of it in fire Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion Page 131
100. record video content from an old video tape with poor signal quality The on screen display may shift and split under some circumstances If this occurs switch the TV Recording deck and the playback deck or switch the channel The recording proceeds even if the on screen display shifts Giga Pocket does not operate properly if used concurrently with other video applications such as DVgate or MovieShaker software Page 47 Using the TV Program Web site Click Start in the Windows taskbar point to All Programs point to Giga Pocket and then select Zap2it You can also go directly to the Web site at http www sony com vaiotv Timer Recording requires an Internet connection See the section Setting up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service for information on setting up for first time use Internet Electronic Program Guide iEPG Web site fee Cat View fevertes Tooke Heb Q i BO Pave frre Sue O S a E here Arge 2028 cod EPA mp TV Ustrgs hr ATAT Groactard San Jose Line rey ee 3Hows Mon Sept Spm AlCategones All Statons GO Download All Channel Settings Click Here 30 40 50 All Channels s0 PM 6 30PM 740 PM eer ra aes Show With Steins Money Severohaw CC Stereo Jon Stewart Two cc Cams Tabii tia 1 neo ce COMEDY a yi k Fare me eo The appearance of the online channel guide Web site its contents and the accuracy of the TV listings are controlled by th
101. reset period of time When this time has expired the Video Capsule is automatically deleted Film roll During Video Capsule playback a snapshot view of the scenes are captured on a film roll You can scroll freely through the film roll to view different scenes GOP Group of Pictures GOP are the smallest unit of measure for the images captured on a Video Capsule A single GOP is approximately 0 5 to 1 second in length HotSynce Registered trade name for the method of linking between a handheld device and a larger computer such as a desktop or notebook computer Management information Management information contains the creation date of Video Capsules and their thumbnails This information is required for preview MPEG file A file that contains compressed moving pictures using the MPEG standard with mpg as the file name extension Safety Tab Removing the safety tab from a Video Capsule prevents accidental erasing of your video data Slip play This feature allows you to view delayed video playback While your recording is in progress you are able to view the recording from the beginning Snapshot A snapshot is a miniature view displayed on the film roll in Giga Pockets Playlist Builder and the preview monitor in Giga Pocket Explorer Stand by mode Stand by mode is a power saving mode that is set up by using the Windowse operating system Your computer stays in this power saving mode until approximately 5 minutes before the timer recor
102. ressing the volume control buttons located on the wireless keyboard Page 120 Why can t I hear sound when using the SP DIF option for digital output If your computer has a preinstalled Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card the Play Control settings must be changed to support digital sound Follow these steps to change the settings l From the Windows taskbar notification area double click on A The Play Control dialog box appears 2 Click Options and then click Advanced Controls 3 Click the Advanced button The Advanced Controls for Play Control dialog box appears 4 In the Other Controls box click to select the option 1 Digital Output Only 5 Click Close and then close the Play Control dialog box If you plan to use your own speaker system you may experience some difficulty using the mute feature during DVD playback Use the mute function of your speaker system instead of the keyboard or software program functions 1The Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card is available with certain VAIO computers See your online Specifications sheet for information about your computer s hardware configuration Page 121 About Using a Microphone Why doesn t my microphone work properly Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack Page 122 About Using a Microphone Why doesn t my microphone work properly Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack Page 123 Why is my microphone so sensi
103. rmed when the Timer Recording Manager icon O timer Recording Manager is visible in the Windows taskbar The timer recording does not start unless the Timer Recording Manager application is available For the Timer Recorder Manager application to be available your computer should be in Stand by or Hibernate mode if the system is not in active use You can schedule up to 100 programs at a time for timer recording with the Timer Recording Manager Microsoft Windowse XP operating system supports a single Giga Pocket user at any given time If a different user logs on using the fast switch feature the Timer Recording feature is not available to another user account The Timer Recording Manager icon appears in the taskbar of the first user to log on Page 54 Using the Timer Recording Manager 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar select All Programs select Giga Pocket and then click All Software 2 Click Timer Recording Manager The Timer Recording Manager window appears Timer Recording Manager Operation Timer Recording Settings Help Windows Stand by Windows Stand by Places the Windows operating system into Stand by mode when the preset timer recording is set to begin or if a Video Capsule is set to expire Windows automatically starts and performs the appropriate action Interrupt Current Recording Stops the current timer recording Use this option when you wish to end the current recording session Timer Re
104. s to launch the Giga Pocket software program Page 16 9 VOLUME button Press to raise or lower the volume 10 STANDBY button Press to place the system into Stand by mode Note You cannot place the computer into Stand by mode when certain Giga Pocket software program functions are running 11 AUDIO button Press to view available sound mode options on the monitor display TV VIDEO button Press to change the on screen image from the TV Recording deck to external video equipment such as your VCR Note You cannot change the input source while recording DISPLAY button During DVD playback in full screen mode press to show the settings window When using the Giga Pocket software program press to display the TV Recording deck and playback deck screens Press again to hide these views SIZE button Press to view the current software program in full screen size Press again to return the view to its original size 12 FUNCTION button When the Giga Pocket software program is selected using the MENU button press the Function button to switch from the TV recording deck to the playback deck When using the SonicStage software program press to change from the music drive hard disk drive to the CD 13 REW and FF buttons Press to rewind or fast forward PREV and NEXT buttons Press to move back to the previous screen or forward to the next screen STOP button Press to stop playback Page 17 PLAY button
105. source and that it is turned on Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of the computer Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive unless you are using a bootable floppy disk Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive unless you are using a bootable CD Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working Verify that the monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on If your system has a built in monitor confirm that it is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted correctly See the manual supplied with your display for details Confirm that the computer is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard 1Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with a floppy disk drive You can purchase this equipment separately Page 92 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of the computer Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive unless you are using a bootable floppy disk Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive unless you are using a bootable CD Confirm that th
106. t or damage may cause the mouse to malfunction If the cursor is not moving properly try using the mouse on another mousing surface or using a mouse pad If you are using a standard ball mouse there may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism To clean the mouse follow these steps Save and close all software programs and turn off your computer Turn the mouse upside down Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball Turn the mouse upright and drop the mouse ball into your hand Using a piece of tape remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse ball socket Return the mouse ball to the socket and replace the mouse ball cover Secure the cover by turning the ring counter clockwise The mouse driver s may not be working properly To recover your mouse drivers see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options for more information To access VAIO Recovery Options follow these steps Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and click Help and Support From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO Recovery Options If you are using a wireless optical mouse Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button on the mouse and the computer to reestablish the connection between the two devices Verify the infrared receiver on the computer s front panel is free of obstructions that may
107. te 3 Click Restart If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds If the software program continues to stop responding or causes your computer to stop responding contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider A Pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds may result in the loss of data from files that are currently open Page 94 Why does the Windows operating system stop responding during shutdown The Windows operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons including incompatible or conflicting drivers damaged files or non responsive hardware For troubleshooting information you can search Windows Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears 2 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the window 3 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter Follow the on screen instructions according to your specific situation Page 95 Why is my system running slowly The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of software programs that are open and running Close any programs that you are not currently using Increasing the system memory may also help For information on installing memory
108. ther Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may result Do not use cut or damaged connection cables Always switch the power off before connecting your computer to peripheral equipment otherwise damage may occur to the integrated circuits in your computer Your computer keyboard and mouse consist of high precision electronic parts Do not drop them or bump them against other objects Your Sony computer does not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange PBX If the telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for the problem the telephone company may bill you for the service call If you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting the telephone line the telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem 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 Wireless devices Wireless devices such as a wireless keyboard or mouse requires unobstructed communication with your computer for proper operation Do not exceed a maximum
109. tive to background noise If you find there is too much background noise when you record sound you should adjust the microphone by following these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices then click Sounds and Audio Devices 3 From the Audio tab locate the Sound recording section and click Volume The Recording Control dialog box appears If the volume control for the microphone is visible skip to step 6 4 Select the Options menu and click Properties The Properties dialog box appears 5 In the section Show the following volume controls click to select the Microphone check box Click OK 6 From the Recording Control dialog box decrease the microphone volume level by moving the slider bar down 7 Close the Recording Control dialog box and then close the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window Page 124 About Using Peripheral Equipment How do I install a printer Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on your computer s front back or side panels If your printer has a USB IEEE 1394 or infrared connection contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that may be required for proper installation Check the printer manufacturer s Web site for the latest drivers for your operating system before proceeding with installation Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operati
110. ule as MPEG file Video Capsules Name 07722 04 26 PM Ch 36 CHO36 Output Name Delete Video Capsule Export Video Capsule 4s I Delete Video Capsule after exporting Converting into MPEG2 x Converting into MPEG2 Converting into MPEG1 ANI in Video Camera 3 Enter an output name for the file you want to export and specify the location for the exported file You can select the option Delete Video Capsule after export If you do not want to delete the Video Capsule after export leave the option disabled 4 In the section Export Video Capsule As select to convert to an AVI MPEG 1 or MPEG 2 format 5 Click Run to begin exporting Some conversion formats may not be available depending on the recording mode that was used to create the Video Capsule Additional information about using Giga Pocket Explorer Video Capsules that are recorded using High Quality HQ or Standard Play SP mode can be converted and exported as MPEG 1 MPEG 2 and AVI files MPEG 2 files need a specific system environment for playback A VAIO computer that has Giga Pockets Personal Video Recorder installed A VAIO computer that has a DVD ROM or DVD RW drive If you wish to play your Video Capsule in a different system environment you can convert and export your Video Capsule using MPEG 1 format Video Capsules that are recorded using Long Play LP mode can be converted and exported as MPEG 1 files You can convert an imp
111. up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start from the Windows taskbar and select All Programs 2 Point to Accessories point to Communications and then click New Connection Wizard The New Connection Wizard appears 4 The Location Information and the Phone and Modem Options windows appear when using your computer for the first time Enter your information as requested and continue to the New Connection Wizard window The Location Information window appears 3 Follow the on screen instructions to finish setting up your dial up connection Page 118 About the Speakers Why is there no sound in any software program Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack If your speakers have a mute button verify that it is turned off If your speakers are powered by batteries verify that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged If your speakers use an external power source verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip If your speakers have volume control check the volume level You may not hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer If the software program you are using has its own volume control check that the volume is turned up Check the volume controls in the Windowse operating system using these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Control Panel 2 Select Sounds Speech and Audio Devices
112. verquest Sony Online Entertainment Inc web site http www everquest com telephone 858 537 0898 e mail eqtech soe sony com hours M F 9 AM 6 PM PST InterVideo Inc web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp telephone 510 651 0888 Intuit Inc web site http www intuit com support telephone 900 555 4932 800 644 3193 Page 141 Microsoft Corp web site http www support microsoft com MoodLogic Inc web site http www moodlogic com support e mail help moodlogic com RealNetworks Inc web site s http service real com rjoptions html telephone 206 674 2680 Sony Pictures Digital Networks web site http mediasoftware sonypictures com support default asp Sony Electronics Inc web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day Symantec Corp web site http www symantec com techsupp 1 Intuit Inc Software Support from 900 555 4932 is fee based Support from 800 644 3193 is automated and free of charge Page 142 Resources for Additional Help and Support If the information provided with your VAIO computer does not offer an immediate solution or you would like to get direct support try these additional help and support resources Sony Online Support Web site Online help and support are available 24 hours a day seven days a week when you visit the Sony Online Support Web site You can a
113. ws Mediae Player Microsoft Corp Using one of the premiere video and music playback software programs you can better enjoy listening and watching many different kinds of media Other great features include instant on playback Mini player mode Intelligent Streaming technology 5 1 channel surround sound audio codec and built in Smart Jukebox features Microsofts Works Microsoft Corp Works lets you quickly and easily create high quality fun documents Works provides the core tools you need to create documents manage lists and schedules create reports and budgets and organize information from many sources Works includes Word Processor Works Database Works Spreadsheet Works Portfolio and Works Calendar MoodLogic MoodLogic Inc MoodLogic is the world s largest descriptive database of song information The information is provided from music lovers like you MoodLogic allows you to browse the songs by artist and genre narrow your selections by tempo or year save your favorite playlist and transfer it to a portable player Norton Internet Security Symantec Corp Symantec s Norton Internet Security software provides essential protection from viruses hackers and privacy threats This easy to use integrated suite includes full versions of Norton AntiViruse and Norton Personal Firewall software to defend your PC against the most common Internet dangers Norton Internet Security also includes Norton Spam Alert which helps you detect
114. wser or word processor that supports QuickTime software RealOne Player RealNetworks Inc RealOne Player is an all in one digital media player that lets you find everything and play anything RealOne Player fuses a streaming media player jukebox browser and new content discovery services all in one software program Play CDs MP3s and internet radio stations from anywhere in the world View video clips and movies with the same player Download music directly to your Sony MiniDisc Walkmane player or your Sony Memory Stick Walkmane player RecordNow DigiOn Inc and Easy Systems Ltd Japan RecordNow is the ideal CD and DVD disc mastering software The RecordNow wizard makes it easy for the novice user to start recording right away SonicStage Sony Electronics Inc The SonicStage software program gives you all the tools you need to manage music on your computer SonicStage software sports high quality digital audio storage a music visualizer a sleek player skin design audio CD burning capability on computer models that include a CD recording device and a parametric equalizer for fine tuning audio playback SonicStage Mastering Studio Sony Electronics Inc Use SonicStage Mastering Studio software to record songs from analog records or cassette tapes into your computer and output them to CD R or CD RW discs or audio files in WAV format Screenblaste ACID e Sony Pictures Digital Networks Use the amazing Screenbl
115. you are using a standard ball mouse there may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism To clean the mouse follow these steps Save and close all software programs and turn off your computer Turn the mouse upside down Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball Turn the mouse upright and drop the mouse ball into your hand Using a piece of tape remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse ball socket Return the mouse ball to the socket and replace the mouse ball cover Secure the cover by turning the ring counter clockwise The mouse driver s may not be working properly To recover your mouse drivers see the online guide VAIO Recovery Options for more information To access VAIO Recovery Options follow these steps Click Start in the Windowse taskbar and click Help and Support From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO Recovery Options If you are using a wireless optical mouse Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button on the mouse and the computer to reestablish the connection between the two devices Verify the infrared receiver on the computer s front panel is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices in the area near your wireless mouse These devi

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