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1. gt J S cd a E e e Ko o 4 e a a e Wi ig your notebook Removing the second battery pack To remove the second battery pack proceed as follows 1 Slide the eject lever on the bottom of the weight saver in the direction of arrow 1 2 Slide the release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2 3 Remove the weight saver Pull out the battery pack 5 Reinsert the weight saver 26 Using your notebook 27 Starting your notebook To start your computer proceed as follows 1 Slide the LCD lock lever 1 in the direction of the arrow and lift the cover in LY Zee 25S SSS LILLI os LILL SSS LLLI LZ EEL LIL LD L2G lt 7 2 Press the power button 2 of the computer until the green power indicator 3 light turns on ZZ Ome KINA lt S SSN RSS FN a ee yA To cS PESOS BOSOS OO SS S gt WC F355 CW 3 If necessary press lt Fn gt lt F5 gt to adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display To increase the brightness use the up or right arrow keys To decrease use the down or left arrow keys n lt Fn gt lt F5 gt is only possible if Windows is running If you press the power button for more than four seconds the computer will turn off Using your notebook 28 Shutting down your notebook It is important that you shut down your computer properly so you do not lose unsaved data To shut down your
2. Using your notebook 51 MagicGate Memory Stick The MagicGate Memory Stick white in colour records PC and image data just like its blue counterpart the difference is it uses the MagicGate copyright protection technology With this type of Memory Stick also called the MG Memory Stick you can enjoy the following features 2 32MB 64MB and 128MB capacity versions 2 Storage of up to 120 minutes of audio data 2 Download and save 2 digital music 2 pictures 2 movies and more Combine data files to add music to your home movies for example Transfer and share data between several digital products MagicGate Copyright Protection Technology SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative Compliance UCouovov vO SonicStage software So that you further distinguish a MagicGate Memory Stick from a generic one look for tT ET 2 the logo printed on it and a protruding dot located on the back 2 MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that complies with the standards set by SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative an organization working to draw up industry standard specifications in order to protect copyrights of digital music The logo indicates the copyright protection system devised by Sony It is not meant to guarantee compatibility with other media Using your notebook 52 MagicGate MagicGate refers to the copyright protection technology used by the MagicGate Memory Stick and other MagicGate Me
3. XGA 115 Definition A UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply is a device including a battery that protects your computer from data loss in the event of a power failure The battery takes over as soon as a power interruption is detected If you are using the computer when the power failure occurs you have time to save all unsaved data and to shut down your computer USB Universal Serial Bus is a hardware interface for attaching devices such as a keyboard mouse joystick scanner or printer You can connect up to 127 devices to a USB port The USB standard is Hot Plug and Play Short for Video Audio Integrated Operation Brand name covering Sony s PC products peripherals accessories and software VAIO branded items are all designed to make the best use of Sony s Audio Video AV and Information Technology IT skills WAN Wide Area Network is a computer network connected together and covering a relatively large geographical area This is in contrast to LAN where the network is usually set up within one building or small geographical area The largest existing WAN is the Internet Short for Extended Graphic Array a graphics standard An XGA board can provide up to 1024 x 768 pixels and supports up to 65 thousand colours
4. 1 2 3 4 headphone connector page 70 6 battery bay page 19 page 75 page 45 14 Using your notebook 15 Front 1 LCD screen page 33 2 speakers page 70 4 3 keyboard page 29 5 4 touchpad page 34 5 left right buttons page 34 6 power indicator page 32 7 battery 1 and 2 indicators page 32 8 hard disk drive indicator page 32 9 Num Lock indicator page 32 10 Caps Lock indicator page 32 6 8 9 ko 14 Scroll Lock indicator page 32 Using your notebook Back OOOO OOMIO0000 OO00O0C 500000 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 phone line jack page 57 2 USB page 72 3 serial connector 4 printer connector page 73 There is a ventilation slot located near the USB connector Do not cover the ventilation slot when the computer is on 5 6 7 8 monitor VGA connector Ethernet connector USB port DC In connector page 65 page 77 page 72 page 18 16 ig your notebook 17 Bottom pInNnD J SN felete thie t Auos page 41 a release lever page 11 tilt stands 9 UO S co A e e Ko o Pr fe a PA e Wi 1g your notebook Connecting a power source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source Using the AC adapter To use the AC adapter proceed as follows 1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 1 into t
5. Ko J fe Z Pa fe Wi 1 Plug an optional USB printer cable 1 into the USB connector 2 identified by the Y symbol on your computer and printer 2 Plug the printer 3 power cord into an AC outlet gt n Turn off your computer and the printer unplug the AC adapter and the power cord before connecting the printer necting peripheral devices lt bP 74 Connecting a printer using the printer connector To connect a printer using the printer connector proceed as follows 1 Plug the printer cable 1 supplied with the printer into the printer connector 2 identified by the 4 symbol 2 Plug the printer power cord 3 into an AC outlet J bss 0 a amt e e Ko 9 e 2 PA fe Wi Connecting peripheral devices 75 Connecting an 1 LINK device Your computer includes an i LINK IEEE1394 connector which you can use to connect to an i LINK device such as a digital video camera recorder or to connect two VAIO notebooks in order to copy delete or edit files The i LINK connector of your notebook does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i LINK connectors The i LINK connector supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device The i LINK features available may vary depending on the software applications you use Refer to the documentation that
6. Specifications Model Number PCG FX501 PCG FX502 0 e J S co wi a te fe 2 o e Z PA 0 Wi Specifications 103 Model Number PCG FX501 PCG FX502 CD ROM drive DVD ROM drive CD RW DVD ROM drive DVD ROM drive up to 24x max CD ROM reading speed up to 24x max CD ROM reading speed CD RW drive up to 8x max DVD ROM reading speed up to 8x max CD R writing speed up to 8x max CD RW writing speed laser diode properties up to 8x max DVD ROM reading speed wave length 660 nm laser output 14 1 uW max laser diode properties wave length DVD 660 nm CD RW 785 nm laser output DVD 11 uW max CD RW 468 uW Internal modem built in modem V 90 K56flex 56kbps data fax modem Telecommunication Ethernet network PSTN data connectivity capabilities Expansion capabilities two PCMCIA type II or one type III Cards and Cardbus support Built in capabilities stereo speakers touchpad Connection capabilities port replicator monitor VGA output printer external speakers or headphone external microphone on notebook 2 x type II PC Card slots 1x type III PC Card slot 2 USB serial TV Out modem i LINK IEEE1394 S400 Ethernet Supplied accessories rechargeable battery AC adapter AC power cord phone cable phone plug video cable weight saver internal removable floppy disk drive Service 1 year free VAIO Link Service Model Number PCG FX501 PCG FX502 ACPI Advanced Configuration am
7. 54 Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick proceed as follows 1 Once you have stored your data from your digital device insert the Memory Stick 1 into the optional PC Card adapter 2 Push the Release button The Release button pops out Push the Release button once again The PC Card comes out Pull the PC Card out of the connector Insert the PC Card adapter into the connector 3 on your computer label facing up and push it gently The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and appears in your My Computer window as a local drive under the appropriate letter depending on the configuration of your computer When your Memory Stick is detected the Safely Remove Hardware icon appears in the taskbar 1 a Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in the correct direction when you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging the computer or the Memory Stick do not force the Memory Stick into the slot if it does not insert smoothly Using your notebook 55 Removing a Memory Stick To remove a Memory Stick proceed as follows 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware dialog box appears Select the hardware device you want to unplug Click Stop In the Stop a Hardware device dialog box select the device that can be safely removed from the system Click OK You get a message s
8. C to 60 C temperature gradient less than 10 C hour 0 e J S co wi am te fe 2 o e Z PA s 0 Wi Model Number PCG FX505 Operating humidity 20 to 80 not condensed provided that humidity is less than 65 at 35 C hygrometer reading of less than 29 C Storage humidity 10 to 90 not condensed provided that humidity is less than 20 at 60 C hygrometer reading of less than 35 C See our special Guarantee extension conditions Specifications are subject to change without notice 108 Glossary Glossary 109 This section refers to terms used in this manual These terms and definitions have been compiled to provide you with a better understanding of your VAIO computer Term lt F1 gt key 10BASE T 100BASE TX ACPI Application recovery Application recovery CD ROM BIOS CardBus Definition The lt F1 gt key gives you access to the online help of most software Ethernet system providing data transfer rates of 10 Mbps megabits per second and 100 Mbps The 100BASE TX is a very direct derivative of 10BASE T Its 100 Mbps speed is achieved by simply sending the signal 10 times faster Short for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface a power management specification ACPI enables the operating system to turn peripherals on and off and to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer With ACPI a CD ROM player can be tu
9. cd A e e Ko o Pr e a PA G e Wi Action Description Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Press the left button 3 once double click Press the left button twice right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Slide one finger while pressing the left button scroll Move your finger along the right edge of touchpad to scroll vertically Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally The scroll function is available only with applications that support a touchpad scroll feature co UO S cd A oo e e Ko o 4 e a PA e Wi 1g your notebook Using the CD RW DVD ROM drive or DVD ROM Depending on your model your computer is equipped with a CD RW DVD ROM drive or a DVD ROM To insert a disc proceed as follows 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the eject button 1 to open the drive The tray slides out 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing up until the disc clicks into place 4 Close the tray by pushing it gently 35 Using your notebook 36 2 When the computer is in Standby or Hibernate mode you cannot insert or remove a disc Be sure to seat the disc firmly over the disc drive hub fingers If you do not seat the disc firmly you could damage your disc drive and you may not be able to open
10. pack is charging by observing the battery indicator lights Inserting the second battery pack To insert a second battery pack proceed as follows 1 2 3 4 Slide the eject lever on the bottom of the weight saver toward the front of the computer to lock it If the weight saver is in the multi purpose bay 1 remove the device Insert the battery pack 2 into the multi purpose bay The battery 2 indicator light turns on LISS L22 GLL LLX REFS Attach the weight saver 3 to the computer to stabilize the battery pack 1g your notebook lt PS 24 o J tes 0 Wi ae e e Ko o el e Z PA e Wi 2 Ifyou attach two battery packs you can remove one of them without shutting down the computer When removing one battery pack make sure that the other battery pack indicator is on If the indicator of the battery pack your are going to remove is on right click the battery icon in the system tray and click the Switch Discharge Battery option o z S cd a E e e Ko o 4 e a a e Wi 1g your notebook Charging the second battery pack To charge the second battery pack proceed as follows 1 Keep the battery pack 1 3 in the computer while it is connected to AC power The battery indicator 2 flashes while the battery is charging 2 When the battery indicator stops flashing the battery is fully charged 25 ci
11. the tray When you finish using a disc wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the eject button to remove the disc If the disc does not come out when you press the Eject button go to My Computer Select the drive click the right button of your mouse and select Eject If it still does not work turn off the computer and insert a thin pointed object into the manual eject hole Using the CD RW function PCG FX502 and PCG FX505 only Depending on your model your notebook is equipped with a CD RW DVD ROM combo drive To burn CDs you can use CD RW and CD R discs 4 The CD RW CD ReWriteable disc isa data memory medium that can be used to write erase and rewrite a program or other data 4 The CD R CD Recordable disc is a data memory medium that can be used to write a program or other data but once only To achieve optimum performance when writing data on a CD RW disc follow these recommendations Using your notebook L E COC D 37 Before writing to a new CD RW you must first format the disc If you do not format the disc your computer will not recognize it To make a CD R s data readable on a CD ROM drive you need to close the session when you eject it To complete this process follow the instructions included with your software Only use circular discs Do not use discs with any other shape star heart card etc as this may damage the CD RW drive Do not strike or shake the computer
12. 2 Pull out the guide 1 of the weight saver and slide the weight saver in the direction of the arrow 2 until it clicks co e S cd A oo e e Ko o 4 e a PA e Wi co gt J S cd E e e Ko o 4 e a PA e Wi 1g your notebook To remove the weight saver proceed as follows 1 Slide the eject lever of the weight saver in the direction of arrow 1 2 Slide the release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2 40 1g your notebook lt q 41 Using the floppy disk drive Your computer is supplied with a removable floppy disk drive When you do not use it you can replace it with the bundled weight saver Inserting the floppy disk drive To insert the floppy disk drive proceed as follows J UO S cd wn m i e e Ko 0 Ee e Z PA fe Wi 1 Turn off the computer 2 If the weight saver is in the multipurpose bay 1 remove the device 3 Insert the floppy disk drive 2 into the multipurpose bay with the metallic part up 4 Continue pushing the drive into the bay until the release lever locks into place o e J S 0 a gt ae e e Ko o e 2 gt e Wi 1g your notebook Inserting a diskette To insert a diskette proceed as follows 1 Hold the diskette 1 with the label side facing up 2 Gently push the diskette into the floppy disk d
13. a network LAN You can connect your computer to 10BASE T 100BASE TX type networks via an Ethernet network cable For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network consult your Network Administrator For more information about connecting your notebook to the network please consult the Hardware troubleshooting section of the Vaio Link website How to troubleshoot network problems Do not plug a phone cable into your computer network jack Getting help 78 Getting help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony as well as troubleshooting tips for your computer Sony support options Sony provides several support options for your computer Printed documentation supplied with your notebook Q L A Getting Started brochure where you find a brief description of the items in your box some specifications of your notebook and how to set up your notebook A Customer Guide where you find all the basic information you need to start using your notebook as well as troubleshooting and VAIO Link information Your Sony Guarantee conditions A Safety Regulations flyer A Modem Regulations flyer Online user guides on your Documentation CD ROM E Q The Sony notebook user guide hardware guide explains how to use your computer connect peripheral devices It contains a list of specifications of your computer and accessories The About the software on your Sony noteb
14. as follows Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices Unplug the computer and remove the battery packs Wait until the computer cools down Turn your computer upside down Mm Aa W N Open the cover on the bottom by unscrewing the screw turn counter clockwise 6 Remove the memory module from its packaging 7 Install the memory module co e J S cd E e e Ko o 4 e a a e Wi 8 Close the computer cover 9 Tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer 10 Turn on the computer 96 Precautions 97 Other precautions On handling the hard disk The hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time On the other hand it may be easily damaged by mechanical vibration shock or dust Although the hard disk has the safety device in itself to prevent losing data due to mechanical vibration shock or dust you should be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk CDCunodNKWUHOLU OCO Do not give a shock to your computer Keep away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in unstable situation Do not move your computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart the computer while reading or writing data Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme change of temperature If the hard disk is damaged the data cannot be res
15. as those that may occur during an electrical storm Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the computer for a long time When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outlet Use only the supplied AC adapter Do not use any other AC adapter On handling your notebook Q 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 these may damage the finish of your computer Should any solid object or liquid fall into the computer shut down your computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer Do not place your computer in a location subject to 2 Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Precautions 99 Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 35 C or less than 10 C High humidity 4 Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of your computer may cause a malfunction Ee oe oe eee ee ee 2 P
16. depleted the battery indicator starts flashing For some software applications and some peripheral devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode when battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Standby or Hibernate When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack inserted in the battery bay it uses power from the AC outlet o e J S cd E e e Ko o 4 e a gt e Wi ig your notebook lt q 22 Removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack proceed as follows 1 Turn off the computer 2 Open the cover of the battery bay 3 Pull out the battery pack e e J S 0 wi a e e amp o e Z PA e Wi 4 Close the cover of the battery bay You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while the computer is in Standby mode Using your notebook Using the second battery pack You can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack With two battery packs you can extend the time you use your computer with battery power When using two battery packs the battery pack you insert first charges first The battery pack you insert second charges when the first battery pack is 85 percent full You can monitor which battery
17. positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation Read this first 4 Connectivity 2 Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm 2 Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations 2 Be cautious when installing or modifying telephone lines 2 Use your notebook only with the supplied AC adapter To disconnect your notebook completely from mains voltage unplug the AC adapter 2 Please make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible 2 Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface Optical disc drive 2 Misuse of the optical instruments supplied with your notebook can cause eye hazard As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to eyes do not attempt any disassembling process For servicing refer to qualified personnel only 2 There are visible and invisible radiations when the optical disc drive is open avoid direct exposure to the laser beam Read this first Regulatory information Sony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European Directive 1999 5 EC CE This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 55024 for use in following areas residential commercial and light industrial This product has been tested and found compliant
18. problems with some PC Cards Using your notebook 47 Removing a PC Card Follow the steps below to remove the PC card while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may not work properly If you want to remove a PC Card when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 6 To remove a PC Card proceed as follows 1 um Aa W N a e a Right click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware dialog box appears Select the hardware you want to unplug Click Stop In the Stop a Hardware device dialog box confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system Click OK You get a message saying that it is safe to remove the device Click Close Press the PC Card release button so that it pops out Push the PC Card release button to eject the card Gently grasp the card and pull it out If the PC Card release button is still out push it back in to close the front panel cover If you unplug the PC Card from the computer when this is still turned on your system might crash and you might lose data that you did not save before Before you remove the PC Card right click the PC Card icon in the taskbar and close the card Close any applications that use the PC Card before removing the card Otherwise data may be lost While the card is inserted your computer may not enter the Hibernate power management mode It may enter Stand by mode It is recommended that you remove the
19. properly and that they are charged 2 Make sure there is no diskette in the floppy disk drive Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly If you have plugged the computer into a UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply make sure the UPS is turned on and works 2 If you are using an external display check that it is plugged into a power source and turned on Check that you have switched to the external display and that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly 2 Moisture condensation may have occurred Do not use the computer for at least one hour and then turn it on 23 Ifthe message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to set up appears at the bottom of the display you need to initialize the BIOS 2 Take the battery pack off the notebook unplug the power cord and plug it again then turn on the power Getting help 81 The message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to setup appears at startup If the floppy disk drive is empty proceed as follows to initialize the BIOS 1 2 3 On GF U A 12 13 Turn off the computer Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer Turn on the computer and press lt F2 gt when the Sony logo appears The BIOS setup menu screen appears Set the date month day year Press Enter Press the arrow keys to select System Time Set the time hour minute second Press Enter Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu P
20. sized modem A pixel Picture Element is a part of your screen Your screen is made up of thousands of pixels enabling you to see colours and pictures on it The more pixels the higher the resolution and the better the image quality An additional device that you can connect to your notebook The port replicator contains ports that enable you to connect additional peripherals such as a printer or a monitor to your VAIO A port replicator is similar to a docking station but does not include additional slots for adding expansion boards or storage devices The processor is the brains of the computer it processes the instructions of your system s programs The processor is also known as the CPU or microprocessor and can be found on the motherboard see this word of your computer The product recovery CD ROMs include the application recovery CD ROM and the system recovery CD ROM s A type of mouse or keyboard port PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network refers to the plain old telephone service the national telecommunication networks implementing voice transmission by using analog signals Glossary Term RAM Resolution RGB signal cable SDRAM Standard RAM System recovery System recovery CD ROM TFT Definition Short for Random Access Memory the memory used to run programs and store data in current use RAM is the fastest kind of memory to read from and write to Information stored in RAM is lost when yo
21. the resulting medium through which digital devices can be instantly connected With it you can download data from any compatible device then transfer it to another in a single and instant transfer The main advantages of the Memory Stick are its E UO O wv L L Compactness with dimensions of just 21 5 mm W x 2 8 mm H x 50 mm D compatible products can also be small lightweight and attractive in their design Capacity its data capacity far exceeds that of a floppy disk Security its lock option means you can protect your data from accidental erasure Versatility memory capacity ranges from 4MB up to 128MB the equivalent capacity of 88 floppy disks Reliability by way of protecting the hardware and its contents the number of terminals is reduced to only 10 pins This and the overall robust structure of the stick gives it a longer lifespan than other storage devices Durability the same Memory Stick can be used thousands of times Forward compatibility the Memory Stick s current format is designed to be compatible with future products and higher capacity Memory Sticks The future of Memory Stick Memory Stick s potential is virtually unlimited with the number of compatible products increasing rapidly in both personal and professional spheres The introduction of the 256 MB and 512 MB Memory Stick is anticipated in 2002 and a 1 gigabyte capacity Memory Stick is expected in 2003 Addit
22. use an external display to set up a virtual desktop necting peripheral devices lt bP 66 Connecting a computer display To connect a computer display proceed as follows 1 Plug the display cable 1 in the monitor VGA connector 2 O on the computer 2 If necessary plug one end of the display s power cord 3 into the display and the other end into an AC outlet J bss 0 a te fe Ko cc r e Z Pa fe Wi Connecting peripheral devices 67 Connecting a multimedia computer display You can connect the notebook to a multimedia computer display that includes built in speakers and a microphone To connect a multimedia computer display proceed as follows 1 Plug the display cable 1 in the monitor connector 2 O on the computer 2 Plug the speaker cable 3 in the headphone connector 4 Q on the computer 3 Plug the microphone cable 5 in the microphone connector 6 onthe computer 2 6 4 WOOO CO OO CS Connecting peripheral devices 68 Connecting a TV To connect a TV proceed as follows Plug one end of the audio video cable 1 into the TV Out connector 2 yellow and the other end into the TV Plug one end of the sound cable 3 into the headphone connector 4 and the other end into the TV Plug the power cord of the TV 5 into an AC outlet Switch the input channel of the TV to external input Mm A W N S
23. while writing data to a disc For optimal writing speed deactivate the screensaver before writing data to a disc Memory resident disc utilities may cause unstable operation or data loss Deactivate these utilities before writing data to a disc For best results use CD Rs that are compatible with 4x speed as the software pre installed on your computer is preset to that speed Your VAIO notebook does not support 1x writing speed When using your software application to burn CDs be sure to exit and close all other applications Exit anti virus software before writing data to a disc Never touch the surface of the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors Do not put your VAIO notebook into a power saving mode while using the pre installed software Using the DVD function To achieve optimum performance when playing DVD ROM discs you should follow these recommendations Q You can play DVDs using the DVD ROM drive and the WinDVD software See the help file on the WinDVD software for details Your computer should not be connected to the port replicator while playing DVD movies or using DVD applications Close all open applications before playing a DVD ROM movie When playing DVD movies on battery power set the power management profile to DVD With other profiles the movies can be choppy Using your notebook L 38 Do not switch power saving modes while playing a DVD video If the
24. Sony notebook user guide PCG FX Series NANIO Read this first Read this first Notice 2001 Sony Corporation All rights reserved This manual and the software described herein in whole or in part may not be reproduced translated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual the software or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual the software or such other information In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental consequential or special damages whether based on tort contract or otherwise arising out of or in connection with this manual the software or other information contained herein or the use thereof Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained h
25. amiliar with upgrading memory on a notebook 2 You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel Please contact VAIO Link if you need assistance Precautions 93 Changing the memory In the future you may want to change memory modules in order to expand the functionality of your computer You can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules Be careful when changing memory Mistakes on installation or removal of the memory module may cause a malfunction For memory upgrades use only PC100 CL2 SDRAM SO DIMM gold leaf contacts Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components Before touching a memory expansion board ensure the following 2 Handle the memory module gently 2 The procedures described in this document assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment 4 Disconnect the system from its power source and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you open the system Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage 2 Electrostatic Discharge ESD can damage memory modules and other components Install the memory Module only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity cellophane wrappers for exampl
26. and troubleshooting Refer to the Microsoft Quick Start manual for more information on Windows 5 Go to http AWwww club vaio sony europe com to find online tutorials about your favorite VAIO software co UO S cd A oo e e Ko o 4 e a PA e Wi Your notebook and its accessories Following hardware items are in the box 2 prot eco COON ideo 2 documenaionpad 9 phone eur specio Acadar 8 pore retargeatle taney 10 Welcome 11 Ergonomic considerations You will be using your notebook as a portable device in a variety of environments Whenever possible you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments 3 4 Position of your computer Place the computer directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using the keyboard touchpad or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Have breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons 2 Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards Welcome 12 2 Viewing angle of the computer s display Use the
27. ashes umber 32 Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the battery bay on the left side of the computer Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the battery bay on the right side of the computer On Data is read from or written to the hard drive Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator light is on Turns on when the number keys in the numeric keypad are active Turns on when the characters appear in uppercase as you type The lt Shift gt key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock is on Turns on when the screen scrolls differently depends on the application no effect in many applications Off The hard drive is not being accessed Turns off when the alphanumeric character keys in the keypad area are active Turns off when the characters appear in lowercase as you type unless you hold down the lt Shift gt key Turns off when the information moves across the display normally Using your notebook 33 Combinations and functions with the Fn key Combinations Feature Zz lt Fn gt Sel ESC Standby I lt Fn gt Ox F3 speaker switch Fma F4 speaker volume lt Fn gt amp F5 brightness control lt Fn gt F7 switch to the external display lt Fn gt Lo F8 Zz lt Fn gt F12 Hibernate Functions Puts the system into Standby mode a power management state To return the system to the active stat
28. aying that it is safe to remove the device Click Close Press the PC Card release button so that it pops out Push the PC Card release button to eject the card Gently grasp the card and pull it out VU Aa W N he ee ee et ee Always remove the Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly It is recommended that you remove the Memory Stick before shutting down the computer 1g your notebook lt SP 56 Write protecting a Memory Stick Memory Sticks are designed with an erasure prevention switch to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or overwriting Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write protection When the erasure prevention switch is off data can be saved on the Memory Stick When the erasure prevention switch is on data can be read from but not saved on v 5 UO thes Q Wi x O 2 g the Memory Stick gt c a Using your notebook 57 Using the modem Your notebook is equipped with an internal modem You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet to register your computer and software online and to contact VAIO Link To connect a phone line proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the phone cable 1 into the phone line jack on the computer 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack 2 A country specific phone plug is supplied with your VAIO notebook allowing you to plug the phone line int
29. be able to display the computer s LCD and the external display together depending on the types of computer display and projector used You can toggle the output between the notebook LCD screen and the external monitor by pressing the lt Fn gt lt F7 gt key combination J S cd wn e e Ko 0 fe Z PA lt fe Wi necting peripheral devices Connecting external speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers To connect external speakers proceed as follows 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 into the earphone connector 2 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable into the external speaker 3 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on 2 Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place diskettes on the speakers their magnetic field may damage the data on the diskettes 70 necting peripheral devices lt bP 71 Connecting an external microphone Your VAIO notebook does not contain an internal microphone If you need to use a sound input device for example to chat on the Internet you need to plug in an external microphone To connect an external microphone proceed as follows Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone connector 2 identified by the a symbol i gt J S cd a E e e Ko o 4 e a a e Wi 2 Make sure your microphone is designed for co
30. came with your software for more information i LINK cables compatible with your VAIO notebook include cables with the following part numbers VMC IL4415 a 1 5 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end VMC IL4408Series a 0 8 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end Connecting peripheral devices 76 Connecting a digital video camera recorder To connect a digital video camera recorder proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the optional i LINK cable 1 into the i LINK connector 2 of the computer and the other end into the DV Out connector 3 on the digital video camera recorder EKS XS aN AS SS ISRSRISOSN SSS SS gt STRESSES OSS ene 2 Launch the DVgate application 2 On Sony digital video cameras connectors labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camera recorder is an example your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently If your digital video camera recorder includes a Memory Stick slot you can copy images from it to your computer via a Memory Stick To do so simply copy images on the Memory Stick then insert it into the Memory Stick slot of your computer You cannot acces the pictures stored on a Memory Stick when using an i LINK connection J S cd wn te e Ko cc e Z a fe Wi necting peripheral devices lt bP 77 Connecting to
31. card when your computer enters Hibernate mode by pressing lt Fn gt lt F12 gt and if it is set to enter Hibernate automatically while using a battery as the source of power Some PC Cards or their functions may not be compatible with this computer Using your notebook 48 Using Memory Stick Your VAIO notebook is designed to support the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is a compact portable and versatile device especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage Use the flash memory technology to download anything that can be converted into digital data such as pictures music words sounds movies and photographs Foreseen as the universal data storage device of the future the Memory Stick can already be used with an ever increasing range of compatible products including 2 Audio systems Visual devices VAIO products CLIE handhelds Mobile phones GC OCC O There are currently two different types of Memory Stick 2 The generic Memory Stick coloured blue 2 The MagicGate Memory Stick coloured white You can purchase Memory Sticks from the Sony Style website http www sonystyle europe com or from your local Sony dealer Using your notebook 49 Why Memory Stick Sony s vision is to expand the world of communication promoting the portability of digital data The Memory Stick is
32. cations of your notebook and how to set up your notebook 2 A Customer Guide where you find all the basic information you need to start using your notebook as well as troubleshooting and VAIO Link information L 2 Your Sony Guarantee conditions A Safety Regulations flyer 2 AModem Regulations Flyer applying to the modem Online documentation 1 The Sony Notebook User Guide Q GC CUDO LC Using Your Sony Notebook shows you how to use the standard components of your system In this part of the manual you will also find out what you can do with a Memory Stick Connecting Peripheral Devices explains how you can add functionality by connecting various peripherals Getting Help explains the support options available to you and offers basic troubleshooting tips Precautions provides facts and advice about using your notebook Specifications provides details on your computer drivers and accessories Glossary refers to terms used in this manual Welcome 2 Refer to your Software Guide for information on the bundled software and the Sony applications 2 About the Software is a short description of the features of the software pre installed on your system 2 Customizing your notebook explains how to set your system and power management 2 Using the Product Recovery CD ROMs explains how to perform a system and application recovery 3 Consult the Online Help files of the software you are using for detailed information on features
33. ce equipment The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily The targeted products are office equipment such as computers displays printers facsimiles and copiers Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark brer ty Read this first Safety information Owner s record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony notebook Record the serial number in the space provided here Refer to the model and serial number if you call VAIO Link Serial number eesesesesesa i el Model Number product name in brackets PCG FX501 PCG 9B3M PCG FX502 PCG 9B2M PCG FX505 PCG 9B1M Warnings General Opening the unit for whatever reason could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose your VAIO notebook to rain or moisture Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak C E ECOCCOO D To change the backup battery please contact your nearest Sony Service Center Audio video 2 Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is
34. ch the surface of the disc Do not drop or bend the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability 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 On using the battery pack Q E E E U O Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60 C such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight Battery life is shorter in a cold environment This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures Charge the batteries at temperatures between 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require a longer charging time While the battery is in use or being discharged the battery pack heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat Keep the battery pack dry Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack Precautions E E 101 Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time remove the batt
35. computer proceed as follows 1 2 U1 Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar Click Turn Off Computer The Turn off computer dialog box appears Select Turn Off Wait for your computer to turn off automatically The power indicator turns off Turn off any peripheral connected to your computer Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents If you are unable to shut down your computer Close all software in use Remove the PC Cards if inserted To do so right click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar Select the hardware you want to unplug and click Stop Disconnect any USB devices Then press the lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt keys at the same time to restart the computer If this does not work you can press the power button for more than four seconds This will shut down the computer This operation may result in data loss If you want to shut down the computer for a short period only you can save power by using the Standby mode Using your notebook 29 Using the keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer s but has additional keys that perform specific notebook related tasks 4 F1 F F8 a ae Insert Delete ve EA g Page Up i PPT P ry ee aa pow j ee p Down To sal Ctrl 9 8 z 6 Using your notebook Keys Escape key 1 Function keys 2 Print Screen key 3 Correction keys 4 Navigation
36. dem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider check the following Getting help 89 2 Have your phone company check that your phone line is free from any line noise 2 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 2 Ifyou are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems 2 Ifyou have a second phone line available try connecting the modem to that line About peripherals I cannot establish an i LINK connection between two VAIO computers E E Disconnect then reconnect the i LINK cable If you still have no connection after waiting for a while restart both computers If either computer has just returned from a power saving mode the connection may be affected In this case make sure you perform a full restart before connecting them I cannot use DV devices The message DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off appears E E Check that the DV device is turned on and that the cables are properly connected If you are using multiple i LINK devices the combination of the connected devices may cause unstable operation In this case turn off the power of all connected devices and disconnect unused devices Check the connection and then turn on the power again Use manual
37. display s tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Adjust the brightness setting of the display as well 2 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 2 Placement of an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing distance Make sure the display screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor 2 Tilt stands You use the tilt stands to place the computer at an angle that allows comfortable typing 1g your notebook lt PS 13 Using your notebook This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer s internal and external devices Locating controls and connectors Right co J S cd A e e Ko o ow e a PA e Wi l l power button page 27 DVD ROM drive CD RW DVD ROM drive page 35 multi purpose bay page 19 E page 44 on the PCG FX501 on the PCG FX502 and PCG FX505 co J S cd vn e e Ko o Pr e a a e Wi 1g your notebook Left
38. drive CD RW DVD ROM drive DVD ROM drive up to 24x max CD ROM reading speed CD RW drive up to 8x max CD R writing speed up to 8x max CD RW writing speed up to 8x max DVD ROM reading speed laser diode properties wave length DVD 660 nm CD RW 785 nm laser output DVD 11 uW max CD RW 468 uW i gt J S cd A om e e Ko J 4 e a PA e Wi Internal modem built in modem V 90 K56flex 56kbps data fax modem Telecommunication Ethernet network PSTN data connectivity capabilities Expansion capabilities two PCMCIA type II or one type III Cards and Cardbus support Built in capabilities stereo speakers touchpad Connection capabilities port replicator monitor VGA output printer on notebook external speakers or headphone external microphone 2 x type II PC Card slots 1x type III PC Card slot 2 USB serial TV Out modem i LINK IEEE1394 S400 Ethernet 107 Model Number PCG FX505 Supplied accessories rechargeable battery AC adapter AC power cord phone cable phone plug video cable weight saver internal removable floppy disk drive Dimensions Width 324 mm Height 35 8 mm to 46 9 mm Depth 265 5 mm o gt J S 0 a a e e Ko o e Z PA fe Wi Weight with 1 battery and weight saver with 1 battery and floppy disk drive Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C temperature gradient less than 10 C hour Storage temperature 20
39. e Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure 2 Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to change the module The package protects the module from ESD Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminium foil to protect it from electrostatic discharge Do not place the memory module in places subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Precautions Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 35 C or less than 5 C High humidity Removing a memory module To remove a memory module proceed as follows Shut down your computer Disconnect all peripheral devices 1 2 3 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack 4 Wait until the computer cools down E E E Turn your computer upside down Open the cover on the bottom by unscrewing the screws turn counter clockwise To remove the memory module pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Pull the memory module in the direction of arrow 2 Close the cover Gently tighten the screws 94 J S cd wn i e e Ko cc fe Z PA lt fe Wi 95 Installing a memory module To install a memory module proceed
40. e press any key Toggles the built in speaker on and off Adjusts the built in speaker volume To increase volume press lt Fn gt lt F4 gt To decrease volume press lt Fn gt lt F4 gt lt Shift gt Adjusts the brightness of the LCD To increase lightness intensity press lt Fn gt lt F5 gt To decrease light intensity press lt Fn gt lt F5 gt lt Shift gt Toggles between the LCD external display connected to the monitor connector and both LCD and external display Toggles between the LCD and both LCD and TV Provides for the lowest level of power consumption When you execute this command the states of the system and of the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is turned off To return the system to its original state use the power switch to turn on the power This function can only be used by the first user to log on It will not work if you have switched to another user account First you need to connect your external display then you turn on your notebook If you connect your external display when the computer is already on you cannot use lt Fn gt lt F7 gt or lt Fn gt lt F8 gt Some functions are not available until Windows is launched 1g your notebook lt q 34 Using the touchpad The keyboard contains a cursor pointing device your touchpad 1 You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the built in touchpad co S
41. e Save command from a menu you can hold down lt Ctrl gt and press lt S gt referred to as lt Ctrl gt lt S gt The lt Shift gt key is used to produce capital letters or special symbols such as and The key with the Windows logo displays the Windows Start menu it is equivalent to clicking the Start button on the taskbar The lt Fn gt key is used in combination with other keys to execute commands 30 31 Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combinations Functions Displays Windows Help and Support Center Switches the selected button on the taskbar Displays My Computer Displays the Search Results window to find a file or folder This is equivalent to selecting Search and then All files or folders from the Start menu cc z UO S cd A E e e Ko o 4 e a PA e Wi Displays the Search Results Computers window where you can locate other computers Minimizes all displayed windows Returns all minimized windows to their previous size Displays the Run window This is equivalent to selecting Run from the Start menu Displays the System Properties window This is equivalent to double clicking the System icon in the Control Panel 1g your notebook lt Using your notebook Indicators Indicator Power Battery 14 Battery 24 _ Light hard disk Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock Functions Power on lights green Standby mode fl
42. eatures your VAIO notebook has to offer 4 Exceptional performance Your PC includes a fast processor a fast CD RW DVD ROM drive or DVD ROM drive and an internal modem 2 Portability The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power 2 Sony audio and video quality A high resolution LCD screen enables you to take advantage of today s advanced multimedia applications games and entertainment software 2 Multimedia features Enjoy audio and video CDs 2 Interconnectivity Your computer has Ethernet and i LINK functionalities i LINK is a bidirectional digital interface for exchanging data 2 Windows Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft 2 Communications Access popular online services send and receive e mails browse the Internet 2 Excellent customer support If you are experiencing any problems with your computer please check the VAIO Link web site for a possible solution http www vaio link com Before contacting VAIO Link you may try to solve the problem by reading the User Guide or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software Depending on your model Read the Specifications chapter Welcome Documentation pack Your Documentation Pack contains paper and online user guides on a Documentation CD ROM Printed documentation 2 A Getting Started brochure where you find a brief description of the items in your box some specifi
43. erein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement Sony DVgate i LINK and the i LINK logo PictureGear Memory Stick and the Memory Stick logo VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo Windows Media and Outlook are trademarks or registered trademarks of U S Microsoft Corporation in the U S and other countries Adobe and Adobe Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license QuickTime is registered in the U S and other countries RealPlayer is a trademark or registered trademark of RealNetworks inc in the U S and other countries Symantec Norton AntiVirus is a trademark of Symantec Corporation Read this first 2 All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks are not specified Specifications are subject to change without notice ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their offi
44. ernate mode requires more time than Standby mode Hibernate mode uses less power than Standby mode Connecting peripheral devices 60 Connecting peripheral devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting or using any of these peripherals Before you connect peripherals turn off the computer and all peripherals Connect the power cord only after connecting all cables Turn on the computer only after turning on all peripherals Connecting a port replicator page 61 Connecting an external display page 65 Connecting external speakers page 70 Connecting an external microphone page 71 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB mouse page 72 Connecting a printer page 73 Connecting an i LINK device page 75 Connecting to a network LAN page 77 Hot plug and play devices should be plugged when the computer is switched on USB devices are hot plug and play devices You do not need to shut down your computer prior to connecting these devices unless the manual supplied with the device states otherwise Connecting peripheral devices 61 Connecting a port replicator Your notebook supports the use of an optional port replicator Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer such as a printer or an external display 1 3 4 5 6 7 I ga OKrcscdscsorsJO 1 serial connector 5 3 USB ports page 72 2 printer connector page 73 6 mou
45. ery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery If after fully charging the battery pack the battery power is still low the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced You do not need to discharge the battery before recharging If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time recharge the battery On using earphones Q Q Road safety Do not use earphones while driving cycling or operating any motorized vehicle It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking especially at pedestrian crossings Preventing hearing damage Avoid using earphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use On handling Memory Stick optional CCC OD D Do not touch the connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the label supplied with the Memory Stick as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the Memory Stick Do not disassemble or modify Memory Sticks Do not let cards get wet Do not use or store Memory Sticks in a location subject to 2 Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun 2 Direct sunlight 2 High humidity or near corrosive substances Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick 102
46. et up the TV configuration system See the manual supplied with your peripheral for more information on installation and use If you insert a DVD in your DVD ROM drive to watch a movie on your TV the lt Fn gt lt F8 gt key combination might not activate the function to toggle between your LCD and TV Solution 1 Eject the DVD from your computer 2 Once the DVD is ejected toggle between your LCD and your TV with the combination lt Fn gt lt F8 gt Your image is now displayed on both LCD and TV Re insert your DVD to launch your DVD software If the display resolution of your computer is more than 800 x 600 dots a part of the image cannot be displayed on your TV The hidden area on your TV can be seen by moving the cursor on your computer If you want to display the full image change the display resolution of your computer to 640 x 480 dots Connecting peripheral devices 69 Connecting a projector You can use a projector as an external display such as the Sony LCD Projector To connect a projector proceed as follows 1 Plug the RGB signal cable 1 into the monitor connector 2 identified by the symbol 2 Plug the audio cable 3 not supplied into the earphone connector 4 identified by the Q symbol 3 Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the connector of the projector 5 4 Connect the power cord 6 of the projector into an AC outlet 4 2 You may not
47. ginning of the software guide or directly on the VAIO desktop i LINK is Sony s version of the IEEE 1394 standard for high speed digital serial interface The standard is regarded in the audio video and IT industries as the most suitable interface for connecting computers and digital audio video devices such as digital cameras etc An ISP Internet Service Provider is a company which provides you with a user name password and telephone number in order to connect to the Internet Cache memory is RAM like memory that enables quick access to data that has already been read by the computer L1 and L2 are levels of cache memory in a computer A LAN Local Area Network is a group of computers connected together within a limited geographical area It enables users to share devices such as printers and information using one processor or server Short for Liquid Crystal Display Flat notebook display technology using liquid crystals and light polarisation to provide sharp flicker free images on a screen comprised of millions of tiny cells Color can be produced by two basic techniques Passive matrix is the less expensive of the two technologies The active matrix technology or TFT produces better quality but is also more expensive Short for Light Emitting Diode A semiconductor device that lights up when electricity passes through it A lithium ion battery uses lithium cobalt oxide and carbon as electrodes and ions move from one elec
48. gital video device using DVgate my system displays the message Recording to DV device failed Check the power and cable connections to the DV device and try the operation again Q Q Close all open applications and restart your computer Frequent recording of images to a digital video device while using DVgate sometimes causes this error Your DV device will need to have DV In Out in order to be able to transfer your files to the DV device ting help lt bP 91 About power management The power management setting is not responding Your notebook s operating system may become unstable if a lower power state such as Hibernate is initiated and then changed before the notebook completely enters the lower power state To restore the notebook to its normal operating stability proceed as follows co UO S cd A oo e e Ko o 4 e a PA e Wi 1 Close all open applications 2 Push and hold the power button for four seconds or longer to shut down the notebook Precautions 92 Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage Your notebook and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology To avoid the invalidation of your guarantee by mishandling it is recommended that 2 You contact your dealer to install anew memory module 2 You do not install it yourself if you are not f
49. hat is why the Recording Industry Association of America RIAA took the initiative to organize a forum called Secure Music Digital Initiative SDMI to study technology for protecting copyrights during the electronic distribution of music Sony offers the MagicGate Memory Stick and Memory Stick Walkman with a copyright protection function that complies with SDMI standards thereby providing an environment where individuals can record and enjoy third party music data without worrying about copyright infringement Artistic works that are recorded by individuals are permitted for private usage only Using your notebook 53 Compatible devices There are nearly 80 Memory Stick enabled products on the market or announced for introduction worldwide ranging from camcorders and portable music players to voice recorders and many other electronic devices You can currently use Memory Sticks with the following Sony products Visual Cybershot digital camera 2 Mavica digital camera 2 PC TRV and VX series digital video cameras 2 LC data projector Audio 2 MS Walkman MS Hi fi system Network Walkmans 2 Voice recorders Other VAIO notebooks VAIO desktops CLIE Handheld Entertainment Organiser Sony mobile phones Digital printers AIBO the Sony Entertainment Robot To find out more about the products available in your country go to http Awww sonystyle europe com CECO CODODD Using your notebook
50. he DC In connector 2 on the computer 2 Plug one end of the power cord 3 into the AC adapter 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet n Use your notebook only with the supplied AC adapter To disconnect your notebook completely from mains voltage unplug the AC adapter Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible 18 Using your notebook 19 Using the battery pack You can use one or two batteries as a source of power You can insert the second battery pack into the multi purpose bay on the right side of the computer Additional battery packs are available as a separate option The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase Inserting the battery pack To insert the battery pack proceed as follows 1 Open the cover of the battery bay A See et gt cee Wie 2 Insert the battery pack with the label facing down into the battery bay on the left side of the computer 3 Close the cover of the battery bay until it clicks 2 When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack inserted in the battery bay it uses power from the AC outlet Using your notebook 20 Charging the battery pack To charge the battery pack proceed as follows 1 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer Insert the battery pack The computer automatically charges the battery 1 the battery indicator 2 light flashes in a double blink patte
51. help 85 2 Ifyou hear sound but cannot see video your computer s video resolution may be set too high For best results change the resolution in Windows Control Panel Display Settings to 800 x 600 using the minimum color settings 2 Ifyou see video but cannot hear sound check all of the following 2 Make sure the mute setting is off on your DVD player 2 Check the Master Volume settings of the Sounds and Audio Device Properties If you have connected speakers externally check the volume settings of your computer speakers and check the connections between your speakers and the computer 2 Inthe Device Manager check that the correct drivers are installed properly To display the Device Manager click Start then Control Panel Double click the System icon On the Hardware tab click the Device Manager button 2 A dirty or damaged disc may cause the computer to hang while it tries to read the disc If necessary reboot the computer remove the disc and then check that it is not dirty or damaged 2 Check your PG settings Parental Guidance in the DVD software as they might be preventing you from playing certain DVDs when they are activated n On your computer the default DVD region code is 2 Do not change this setting using the Region Code Change function in Windows or using any other software applications System malfunctions originating from the user changing the DVD region code are beyond the scope of your warranty and wil
52. her attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery Using Normal mode This is the normal state of your computer when it is in use The green power indicator light is on in this mode To save power you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk Using Standby mode The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU The umber power light flashes in this mode To activate Standby mode proceed as follows Press lt Fn gt lt Esc gt Or Press the power button To return to Normal mode proceed as follows Press any key 1g your notebook lt SP 59 If you press the power button for more than four seconds the computer will switch off automatically When the computer is in Standby mode you cannot insert a disc Standby requires less time than Hibernate Standby uses more power than Hibernate Using Hibernate mode The state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is turned off The power indicator light is off in this mode co J S cd a m e e Ko g 4 e a PA e Wi To activate Hibernate mode proceed as follows Press lt Fn gt lt F12 gt To return to Normal mode proceed as follows Turn on the computer by pressing the power button The computer returns to its previous state 2 When the computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disc Hib
53. ibernate mode The computer will return to its original state if you restart it The PC Card slots can accommodate two Type Il PC Cards at the same time or one Type III PC Card These slots are compatible with Card Bus ports Use the lower slot for Type Ill PC Cards 1g your notebook lt q 46 Some PC Cards may require you to disable idle devices when using the PC Card Be sure to use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer a oe If an mark appears in the Device Manager dialog box remove the software driver and then reinstall it You do not need to shut down the computer before inserting or removing a PC Card Do not force a PC Card into the slot It may damage the connector pins If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card check that you are inserting the PC Card in the correct direction See the manual supplied with your PC Card for more information on use For some PC Cards if you alternate between Normal power operation and Standby or Hibernate power management modes while the card is inserted you may find that a device connected to your system is not recognized Reboot your system to correct the problem 9 S co E e e Ko co fe 2a PA e Wi Do not carry your notebook while touching the head of a PC Card as pressure or shock may damage the connector pins It is recommended that you always use the same slot for a PC Card as switching slots can cause
54. icrophone does not work If you are using an external microphone check that the microphone is plugged into the microphone connector Getting help 88 About the modem My internal modem does not work 2 Check that the phone line is plugged into your computer Check that the phone line is working You can check the line by plugging in an ordinary phone and listening for a dial tone 2 Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct 2 Inthe Phone and Modem Options dialog box Control Panel Phone and Modem Options check that your modem is listed in the Modems tab and that the location information is correct on the Dialing Rules tab If you do not see the Phone and Modem Options icon proceed as follows 1 In Control Panel click Switch to Classic View on the right side 2 Double click Phone and Modem Options The Phone and Modem Options dialog box appears 2 The modem may not work if you are connected to a PABX My modem cannot establish a connection 2 The modem dialing mode may be incompatible with your telephone line 2 The modem may not work properly if you are behind a Private Automatic Branch eXchange PABX 2 Make sure that the modem is the only device connected to your telephone line My modem connection is slow Many factors influence modem connection speed including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems If you think your mo
55. import export in DVGate motion if problems occur with third party cameras You are strongly advised to use only Sony i LINK cables as using other brands may cause problems with the i LINK devices My PC Card is not working Q Make sure the PC card is compatible with your version of Windows Getting help 90 I cannot print E E E Check that the printer cables are correctly connected Check that your printer is correctly configured and that you have up to date drivers If needed contact your dealer The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers If you cannot print try changing the printer port mode To change the printer port mode proceed as follows 1 2 Restart your computer When you see the Sony logo press lt F2 gt You are in the BIOS Go to the Advanced menu Use the minus sign on the numeric keyboard to change the printer port mode If the printer port mode is set to ECP change it to Bidirectional for HP printers If the printer port is set to Bidirectional change it to ECP Press lt F10 gt and save the new configuration Your PC restarts Check the cable to see if you do not have missing or bent pins Try a printer self test if available to see if the printer itself is still functioning properly For more information please consult the manual supplied with your printer About digital video captures and DVgate While I am recording images to a di
56. ionally the native transfer speed of the Memory Stick will be increased to accommodate the increasing capacity By the end of 2002 Memory Stick s transfer speed will be increased by eight times to a maximum of 20MB sec Using your notebook 50 Generic Memory Stick The original Memory Stick blue in colour can be used to record image data taken with digital still cameras etc or data from the PC With it you can record play back and transfer various kinds of data at any given time Because it is easy to remove and transport safely you can use Memory Stick anywhere by inserting it into any compatible device to transfer and share the information you have saved For you this means you can expand the capabilities of your VAIO computer in the following scenarios E L E E With your still digital camera share your holiday pictures instantly by e mail From your handycam to your VAIO make the most of your captured moments with the VAIO s movie editing tools Carry pictures on you by copying image files from the Internet to your VAIO and then to your CLIE handheld With your voice recorder add your voice to e mails so your tone is never misunderstood The blue Memory Stick is currently available with a 4MB 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB or a 128MB memory the equivalent capacity of 88 floppy disks n Generic Memory Sticks cannot be used with the Memory Stick Walkman or with data that is protected by copyright
57. keys 5 Application key 6 Ex Numeric keypad area 7 Operator keys 8 11 12 Windows key 9 a Fn key 10 Descriptions The lt Esc gt Escape key is used to cancel commands The twelve function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform designated tasks For example in many applications lt F1 gt is the Help key The task associated with each function key may vary from one application to the other The lt Print Screen gt key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and moves it to the Windows Clipboard You can then paste the screenshot into a document and print it The lt Insert gt lt Back Space gt and lt Delete gt keys enable you to make corrections These keys enable you to move the cursor on the screen The Application key displays a shortcut menu pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button Contains the keys found on a typical calculator Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction Note that you must press the lt Num Lock gt key to activate the numeric keypad When you do so the Num Lock light illuminates Several keys are always used with at least one other key lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt and lt Shift gt When held down with another key the lt Ctrl gt Control and lt Alt gt Alternate keys offer another way to execute commands For example in many applications instead of choosing th
58. l result in service charges for repair If you do not immediately see the Display icon after clicking Control Panel click Switch to Classic View on the left My floppy disk drive cannot write to a diskette 2 The diskette is write protected Disable the write protect feature or use a diskette that is not write protected 2 Check that the diskette is properly inserted into the optional floppy disk drive Your diskette may be corrupt Try to insert another diskette Getting help 86 When I double click an application icon a message such as You must insert the application CD into your CD ROM drive appears and the software does not start 4 Some titles require specific files that are located on the application CD ROM Insert the disc and try starting the program again 2 Make sure you place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up Why does my CD RW drive not record at the highest speed You must use 8x CD R or 4x CD RW media or higher to achieve optimum performance If you want to use other media and are having difficulty formatting non 4x CD RW discs change the writing speed from 4x to a lower setting To change the writing speed from the default to a lower speed proceed as follows Click Start and then My Computer Right click the Compact Disc icon Select Properties Select the Recording tab From the lower dropdown list select the 2x write speed Click Apply and then OK O U A WN The disc tray doe
59. mory Stick compatible devices The Memory Stick Walkman and MagicGate Memory Stick work together to check the data and ensure it complies with copyright protection If no problems are detected the data is exchanged in encrypted form if authentication is not passed data cannot be exchanged or played back SonicStage This is a copyright protection technology that is used to manage the digital music content downloaded to the PC from CDs the Internet and or other sources Software installed on the PC records music content in encrypted form onto the hard disk As well as allowing you to enjoy music on the PC this technology protects against unauthorized distribution on the Internet Since it is compatible with MagicGate you can use SonicStage to transfer music that you have downloaded onto your PC to your MG Memory Stick and play it back on other Magic Gate equipped devices and media Copyright protection People who create artistic works such as music are entitled to a copyright meaning that they have exclusive rights to dictate how their work is used When they are created artistic works are automatically protected by a copyright without having to submit notification or registration and may not be used without the permission of the person who created the work In the music world however illegal acts of distributing music without the permission of the artist particularly on the Internet have recently been on the increase T
60. mputer use Connecting peripheral devices 72 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB mouse You can connect a USB device e g mouse floppy disk drive keyboard printer to your computer Before connecting or disconnecting a USB peripheral you do not need to shut down the computer You may need to install software device drivers supplied with your USB device before using the USB device There are 2 USB ports at the back of your notebook and 3 USB ports at the back of the optional port replicator To connect a USB mouse proceed as follows 1 Select the USB port 1 of your choice 2 Plug the USB mouse cable 2 into the USB connector You can use your USB mouse 3 n You do not need to shut down the computer before connecting or disconnecting a USB peripheral The USB mouse software driver is preinstalled on your notebook therefore you only need to plug the USB mouse into the USB connector and you can start working You may need to install software device drivers supplied with your USB device before using the USB device necting peripheral devices lt bP 73 Connecting a printer You can connect a Windows compatible printer to your computer to print documents Connecting a printer using the USB connector You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to your computer To connect a printer using the USB connector proceed as follows J LU S cd Ww te fe
61. ms The CPU is also known as the processor or microprocessor and can be found on the motherboard of your computer The Direct Current interface to which you connect your computer s AC adapter An additional device that you can connect to your notebook The docking station contains slots for expansion boards bays for storage devices and ports for additional peripherals such as printers or monitors A driver is software enabling you to use hardware devices For example in order for you to be able to use a printer you must first install its driver Many drivers such as the mouse driver come with the operating system Short for Digital Video Disc A type of read only CD with a minimum capacity of 4 7 GB maximum capacity can reach 17 GB This high storage power makes it the ideal medium for storing films Ethernet is the most widely implemented local area network LAN technology The Ethernet system called 10BASE T provides data transfer rates of 10 Mbps megabits per second A more recent version of Ethernet called 100BASE T provides data transfer rates of 100 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet supports data rates of 1 gigabit 1000 megabits per second 110 Glossary Term EULA 1 LINK ISP L2 cache memory LAN LCD LED Lithium ion battery Definition EULA End User License Agreement is the name given to a license governing the software on your computer The EULA can be found in the Read this first section at the be
62. o the wall jack We recommend you to use the supplied plug because the usage of any other phone plug can decrease the connection quality Your computer cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange PBX If you connect the modem to a parallel connected phone line the modem or the other connected device may not function properly Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem Only DTMF Dual Tone Multi Frequency signalling tone dialling is supported Configuring the modem Before using your modem you will need to select the country where you are actually using it The detailed procedure for selecting the country is explained in Configuring your modem in the software guide Using your notebook 58 Using power saving modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life In addition to the normal operating mode which allows you to turn off specific devices your computer has two distinct power saving modes Standby and Hibernate When using battery power you should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 7 percent regardless of the power management setting you select If the battery level falls to below 10 percent you should eit
63. ook guide software guide lists the pre installed software titles and explains how to use the utility programs and perform basic computer tasks Go to http www club vaio sony europe com to find online tutorials about your favorite VAIO software The Customer Service Guide gives you complete information on the VAIO Link Services Getting help 79 Other sources of information The online help files that accompany your pre installed software contain instructions on using the software VAIO Link website if you have any problem with your computer you can access the VAIO Link web site Go to http www vaio link com 4 VAIO Link Response Centre Before contacting VAIO Link Response Centre try to solve the problem by reading the User Guides and help files for the peripherals or software You need to plug in the phone line and configure your modem for use before using the communication features described in this manual Getting help 80 Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your notebook Many problems have simple solutions Please try these suggestions before contacting VAIO Link About the computer and software My computer does not start 2 Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on 2 Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer indicates that the power is on 2 Check that the battery packs are inserted
64. p Power Interface Dimensions Width 324 mm Height 35 8 mm to 46 9 mm Depth 265 5 mm o J ts 0 Wi gt um e e Ko o e Z PA e VN Weight with 1 battery and 3 00 kg 3 00 kg weight saver with 1 battery and 3 20 kg 3 20 kg floppy disk drive Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C temperature gradient less than 10 C hour Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C temperature gradient less than 10 C hour Operating humidity 20 to 80 not condensed provided that humidity is less than 65 at 35 C hygrometer reading of less than 29 C Storage humidity 10 to 90 not condensed provided that humidity is less than 20 at 60 C hygrometer reading of less than 35 C 0 e J S co wi am te fe 2 o e Z PA 0 Wi Model Number Operating system Processor Hard disk drive Standard RAM Maximum RAM LCD screen L2 cache memory MPEG Graphics Display Sound capabilities Floppy disk drive PCG FX505 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Mobile AMD Athlon 4 processor 1 20 GHz featuring PowerNow 30 GB 256 MB SDRAM in slot 512 MB 15 0 XGA 1024x768 TFT 256 KB on die MPEG 1 Digital Video Supports full screen playback ATI 3D RAGE Mobility M1 with 8 MB Video RAM and 3D accelerator Dual Display 16 bit CD quality stereo sound 3 5 1 44 MB Internal lt Pb 105 106 Model Number PCG FX505 CD ROM
65. r may be in LCD video standby mode Press any key to activate the display COOCOO O The display mode may be set to external display mode Press and hold the lt Fn gt key while pressing lt F7 gt several times Getting help 84 The screen image on my external display is not centered or sized properly Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image About CDs and diskettes My CD RW DVD ROM drive tray or DVD ROM drive tray does not open 2 Make sure the computer is turned on 2 Press the eject button on the drive 2 If the eject button does not work you can open the tray by inserting a sharp pointed object into the hole to the right or left of the eject button depending on your model I cannot play a CD ROM After inserting the CD wait for a few seconds for the system to detect it before you try to access it Make sure the label of the disc is facing up If the disc requires software make sure the software is installed according to the instructions of the program Check the volume of your speakers Clean the disc Moisture condensation may have occurred Leave the computer for at least 1 hour while it is turned on DCuoovUWUO I cannot play a DVD ROM 2 If aregion code warning appears when you are using the DVD player it could be that the DVD ROM you are trying to play is incompatible with the DVD ROM drive in your notebook The region code is listed on the packaging of the disc Getting
66. ress the arrow keys to select Get Default Values and then press lt Enter gt The Load default configuration now message appears Make sure that Yes is selected and then press lt Enter gt Press the arrow keys to select Exit save changes and then press lt Enter gt The Save configuration changes and exit now message appears Make sure that Yes is selected and then press lt Enter gt Getting help 82 My computer does not shut down It is recommended that you shut down your computer using the Turn Off Computer command on the Windows Start menu Using other methods including those listed here may result in loss of unsaved data If the Turn Off command does not work properly proceed as follows 1 2 3 4 Restart the computer by pressing lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt The Windows Task Manager dialog box appears Click Shut Down and then Turn Off If this does not work press the power button and hold it for at least four seconds This turns off the power Unplug the computer from the AC adapter and remove the battery pack from your computer My computer locks up Q Q If you suspect one application is locking your system you can try to stop it To do this press lt Ctri gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt once select the application that is locking your system and then click End Task If the above method does not work or you do not know which application is locking your system restart the comp
67. rive 2 until it clicks into place 42 e J S 0 a a e e amp o e 2 gt e Wi ig your notebook Removing a diskette To remove a diskette proceed as follows 1 Wait until the LED indicator 1 turns off 2 Press the eject button 2 to remove the diskette Do not press the Eject button when the LED indicator is turned on Otherwise data may be lost 43 1g your notebook Removing the floppy disk drive To remove the floppy disk drive proceed as follows 1 Turn off the computer 2 Slide the release lever 1 on the bottom of the computer in the direction of the arrow co UO S cd A oo e e Ko o 4 e a PA e Wi 3 Slide the drive 2 out of the multi purpose bay 4 Insert the weight saver Using your notebook 45 Using PC Cards This computer has a PC Card slot that supports Type II PC Cards PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices You do not need to shut down your computer when inserting a PC Card Inserting a PC Card To insert a PC Card proceed as follows 1 Insert the PC Card into one of the PC Card slots front label facing up 2 Gently push the PC Card slot into the connector The PC Card is automatically detected by your system The Safely Remove Hardware icon appears in the system tray 2 Some devices may not function properly if you repeat Returning to Normal mode trom Standby mode or H
68. rn as the battery charges When the battery is 85 full the battery indicator light turns off This process takes approximately 2 5 hours if your notebook is on To charge the battery completely continue charging for an additional hour There are two battery indicator lights on the computer 1 Indicates the status of the battery pack in the battery bay on the left side of the computer 2 Indicates the status of the battery pack in the multi purpose bay on the right side of the computer battery indicator light status meaning On The computer is using battery power Single blink The battery is running out of power Ci SSSA Double blink The battery is charging EEE SSeseSeeesss SSeS ss Off The computer is using AC power 2 When the battery is running out of power both the battery and power indicators blink Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer If the battery level falls below 10 you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery 1g your notebook lt 21 The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium ion battery and can be recharged any time Charging a partially discharged battery does not affect battery life The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source When the battery life is nearly
69. rned off by the operating system if it is not in use A recovery process that enables you to recover any of the applications initially available on the computer Performing an application recovery is useful when an individual application does not run properly or to reinstall a driver when a device does not work properly CD ROM that enables a VAIO computer user to recover all the applications that were available when the computer was purchased The CD ROM is supplied with the computer An acronym for Basic Input Output System The BIOS is a program that enables the computer to start when you turn it on It monitors the data stream between the operating system and the computer s hardware devices CardBus is the commercial name for an advanced PC Card The CardBus technology allows computer users to enjoy higher performances as far as data transfer and operating speed are concerned See PCMCIA Glossary Term CD ROM CD RW CPU DC In Docking station Driver DVD ROM Ethernet Definition Abbreviation for Compact Disc Read Only Memory A high capacity optical disc usually 650 MB in size capable of being read from but not written to Short for Compact Disc ReWriteable Compact Disc that can be used to write or rewrite data to it A CD RW can be written to several times a CD R can only be written to once The CPU Central Processing Unit is the brains of the computer it processes the instructions of your system s progra
70. rovide adequate air circulation to prevent that internal heat builds up Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets or near material such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots 2 The computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception Should this occur relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set 2 Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may result 2 Do not use cut or damaged connection cables 2 Your computer cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with a private branch exchange PBX 2 If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside your computer In this case allow at least one hour before turning on your computer If any problem occurs unplug your computer and contact VAIO Link 2 Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer 2 As you may lose important data once your computer is damaged you should back up your data regularly Restore the original application programs from the Product Recovery CD ROM Precautions 100 On handling diskettes E E E Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette Keep diskettes away from magnets Keep diskettes away from direct sunlight and other heat sources On handling CDs E E E Do not tou
71. rt replicator To disconnect your computer from the port replicator proceed as follows 1 Turn off the computer and the connected peripherals 2 Pull the levers on each side of the port replicator 1 to disconnect the computer from the port replicator 3 Lift the computer away from the port replicator 4 Close the port replicator connector cover on the bottom of your computer 9 S cc A e e Ko o 4 fe a PA e Wi Itis extremely important to close the port replicator connector cover after removing your computer from the port replicator If the cover is left open dirt may get inside and damage the computer To disconnect your port replicator completely from the mains voltage unplug the AC adapter necting peripheral devices lt bP 65 Connecting an external display You can connect an external display to your notebook For example you can use your computer with the following devices Computer display monitor Multimedia computer display TV Projector i z J th cd a e e e Ko o 4 e a PA e Wi BR OCOD Turn off your computer and the peripherals unplug the AC adapter and the power cord before connecting the external display Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables Turn on the peripherals then turn on your computer Connected external displays are used as second screens On Windows systems only you can also
72. s not eject even when the Eject button is pressed 2 Check that the notebook is turned on 232 The application software when burning a CD may prohibit it Getting help 87 The disc tray ejects even when it has been locked into place E E E E Ensure that the disc is placed with the label side facing up Clean the disc and the CD ROM drive lens The disc may be scratched Place another disc to see if that is the reason There may be condensation in the drive Remove the disc and leave the drive open for approximately one hour About sound My speakers are not producing sound E E CLEDD D Q The built in speakers may be turned off Press lt Fn gt lt F3 gt to turn on the speakers The speaker volume may be turned to the minimum Press lt Fn gt lt F4 gt and then press f or to increase the volume If your computer is powered by battery check that the battery is inserted properly and that it is charged If you are using an application that has its own volume control check that the volume is turned up Check the volume controls in Windows If you use external speakers check that the speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up If the speakers have a mute button make sure it is off If batteries power the speakers check that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged If you have connected an audio cable to the headphone connector disconnect the cable My m
73. se keyboard connector page 83 3 monitor VGA connector page 71 7 DC In connector page 18 4 network connector page 77 Ethernet The port replicator can be powered only with the AC adapter supplied with your notebook Do not remove the AC adapter from the port replicator this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions J S cd wn te e Ko 0 Ee e Z 2a fe Wi necting peripheral devices Attaching your computer to the port replicator To attach your computer to the port replicator proceed as follows 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all peripherals 2 Onthe bottom of the computer lift the port replicator port cover 4 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 1 into the DC In 2 connector on the port replicator 3 62 Connecting peripheral devices 63 5 Plug the power cord 4 into the AC adapter and an AC outlet The power indicator light turns green 6 Turn on the computer 2 When you use the port replicator for the first time the installation of the network drivers starts automatically When attaching your computer to the port replicator do not attempt to insert or remove the battery pack Lifting and turning the computer with the attached port replicator may cause a temporary loss of power You do not need to use the floppy disk supplied with your port replicator necting peripheral devices lt bP 64 Disconnecting your computer from the po
74. ter reads and writes information to its disks and other hardware Windows 2000 Windows Millennium Edition Windows XP Professional and Windows XP Home Edition are examples of operating systems found on VAIOs A partition is a logical division of a computer s hard disk A two partition hard drive would typically contain C and D drives Partitioning is particularly useful if you run more than one operating system or to clearly separate your data files from your installed software A PBX Private Branch Exchange is a private telephone network within an enterprise Under this system the calls between the enterprise members are local and the phone numbers are made up of 3 or 4 digits Companies generally choose this phone system for internal communication because it is less expensive than the regular network The users can still share a number of outside lines for making calls external to the PBX Glossary Term PC Card PCMCIA Pixel Port replicator Processor Product recovery CD ROM PS 2 PSTN 113 Definition A PCMCIA card The term PC Card is more widely used than PCMCIA See PCMCIA PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association is the name of the group that produced the specification for the credit card sized plug in boards for laptop computers The cards used to be called PCMCIA cards but as this was rather unpronounceable these cards are now termed PC cards An example of a PC card is a credit card
75. tored On handling the LCD screen E E E Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD Be careful when using the computer near a window Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it This could cause malfunction Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The residual image disappears in a while You can use a screensaver to prevent residual images The screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Precautions E 98 The LCD is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen On using power source E E E DCC ODD Your computer operates on 100V 240V AC 50 60 Hz Do not share the AC outlet with other power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or shredder You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such
76. trode to the other during charge and discharge Lithium ion batteries are the first choice for notebooks because of their light weight high energy density and because they have no memory effect In addition they do not use heavy metals like lead mercury or cadmium 111 Glossary Term MAPI maximum RAM Motherboard MPEG Operating system Partition PBX 112 Definition Short for Messaging Application Program Interface A Microsoft Windows interface enabling you to send e mail messages It allows e mail access and distribution among applications MAPI compatible applications include a Send Mail or Send in the File menu of the application The maximum amount of RAM that your computer can contain Once this amount is reached you can no longer add additional RAM to your computer The motherboard is the main circuit board inside your computer It holds the CPU the BIOS the memory and so on MPEG or Moving Pictures Experts Group is a standard for audio visual compression of video sequences MPEG achieves high compression rates by storing only the changes from one frame to another The decrease in data is generally imperceptible to the human eye MPEG 1 was developed for digital storage of video and audio data on CD ROM MPEG 2 achieves better image and audio quality and is more targeted to TV broadcasting and DVD The operating system is software that manages all the other programs in a computer It defines how the compu
77. u turn off the computer The higher the RAM capacity the faster your current data can be processed The degree of sharpness and clarity of an image Resolution is expressed in pixels Frequent computer screen resolutions are 640 x 480 pixels VGA resolution appropriate for a 14 inch screen 800 x 600 appropriate for a 15 inch screen 1024 by 768 appropriate for a 17 inch screen and 1280 by 1024 LCD displays usually use a higher resolution than a CRT of the same size RGB stands for Red Green Blue A cable that requires separate transmission types for the three colours on the display Synchronous DRAM is a kind of dynamic random access memory running at a much higher clock speed than regular memory The amount of RAM that is available on your computer when you purchase it A recovery process that enables you to recover the hard disk image initially available on the computer Performing a system recovery is useful in the event of a serious system crash or if you want to modify the size of your partitions CD ROM that is supplied with your computer and that enables a VAIO computer user to recover the hard disk image that was available when the computer was purchased Short for Thin Film Transistor Top of the range notebook display for excellent picture quality The TFT technology offers the sharpest resolution for flat displays each pixel is supported by one to four transistors 114 Glossary Term UPS USB VAIO WAN
78. uter On the Windows taskbar click the Start button click Turn Off Computer and then select Restart If the above method does not work press the power button and hold it for at least four seconds This turns off the power If your computer locks up while playing a CD ROM or DVD ROM stop the CD and shut down the computer by pressing lt Ctri gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt and then click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu Getting help 83 My software program locks up or crashes Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support My touchpad interprets a single tap as a double click Open the Mouse icon in the Control Panel and change the button assignments in the Mouse Properties dialog box One of the buttons is assigned to the double click action My mouse does not work 2 If you are using an external serial PS 2 mouse check that the mouse is plugged into the mouse connector of your optional port replicator If you are using a USB mouse check that the appropriate driver and software are properly installed 2 Check that the USB mouse is plugged into the USB connector About the display My LCD does not display anything Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer is on Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged Adjust the brightness of the LCD The compute
79. virus checker is active you need to disable it Do not use resident disc utilities or resident utilities to speed up the access of discs because they may cause the system to become unstable Make sure that the screensaver is deactivated Depending on the display setup properties you selected you may use the lt Fn gt lt F gt command to expand the screen to full screen size Region codes indicators are labeled on the DVD discs to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc Unless a 2 Europe belongs to region 2 or all this means that you can play this DVD everywhere in the world is labeled on your DVD disc or on the packaging you cannot play the disc on this player Do not try to change the region code settings of the DVD ROM drive Any difficulties caused by changing the region code settings of the DVD ROM drive are out of warranty When a DVD video disc is inserted in the DVD ROM drive you cannot toggle between LCD and TV by pressing lt Fn gt lt F8 gt When a TV is connected a part of the video screen will not appear with the factory settings Adjust the display resolution to 640x480 Dual display when applicable is not possible when watching DVD movies 1g your notebook lt q 39 Using the weight saver The weight saver protects the multi purpose bay when it is empty To attach the weight saver proceed as follows 1 If another device is in the multi purpose bay remove the device
80. with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables not longer than 3 metres 9 8 feet The optical disk drive is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies with the Laser Product Safety Standard EN 60825 1 Repair and maintenance only by authorized Sony technicians Improper repairs and use can create safety hazards Read this first Disposing of lithium ion batteries Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries Dispose of promptly and properly Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated Do not disassemble heat above 60 C 140 F or incinerate Dispose of used batteries promptly and properly Keep away from children Your notebook is equipped with an internal backup memory battery For changing this battery please contact VAIO Link http www vaio link com In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited Use the public collection system Welcome Welcome Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO notebook Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide you with state of the art personal computing Here are just some of the f

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