Sony Personal Computer PCV RX460 User Manual

VAIO® Computer  
User Guide  
PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460  
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Safety Information and Caution  
To change the backup battery,  
please contact your nearest  
Sony Service Center.  
DVD Laser Diode Properties  
0.4mW(DVD)  
0.14mW (CD)  
Laser Output  
Wave Length  
Caution—The use of optical  
instruments with this product  
will increase eye hazard. As  
the laser beam used in this  
product is harmful to the eyes,  
do not attempt to disassemble  
the drive cabinet. Refer  
servicing to qualified  
650-655nm  
(DVD)  
785nm (CD)  
CD-RW Laser Diode Properties  
personnel only.  
1.0mW(Read)  
Laser Output  
Danger—Visible and invisible  
laser radiation when open.  
Avoid direct exposure to beam.  
43.5mW  
(Write)  
780–787nm  
Wave Length  
For CD-RW: Danger—Invisible  
laser radiation when open.  
Avoid direct exposure to beam.  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not  
expose your desktop to rain or moisture.  
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the  
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified  
personnel only.  
Caution: For ADSL modem  
models, to reduce the risk of  
fire, use only No. 26 AWG or  
larger telecommunication line  
cord.  
Never install modem or telephone wiring  
during a lightning storm.  
Never install telephone jacks in wet  
locations unless the jack is specifically  
designed for wet locations.  
Pour prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou  
d’électrocution, garder cet appareil à  
l’abri de la pluie et de l’humidité.  
Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or  
terminals unless the telephone line has  
been disconnected at the network  
interface.  
Pour prévenir tout risque d’électrocution,  
ne pas ouvrir le châssis de cet appareil et  
ne confier son entretien qu’à une personne  
qualifiée.  
Use caution when installing or modifying  
telephone lines.  
Ne jamais effectuer l’installation de fil  
modem ou téléphone durant un orage  
électrique.  
Avoid using the modem during an  
electrical storm.  
Do not use the modem or a telephone to  
report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.  
Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une  
prise téléphonique dans un endroit  
mouillé à moins que la prise soit conçue à  
cet effet.  
The socket outlet shall be installed near  
the equipment and shall be easily  
accessible.  
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Ne jamais toucher un fil téléphonique à  
découvert ou un terminal à moins que la  
ligne téléphonique nait été débranché de  
linterface réseau.  
Pour les CD-RW : Danger :  
Radiation laser visible et  
invisible si ouvert. Évitez  
l'exposition directe au  
faisceau.  
Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez  
ou modifiez les lignes téléphoniques.  
Évitez dutiliser le modem durant un  
orage électrique.  
N'utilisez pas le modem ni le téléphone  
pour prévenir d'une fuite de gaz vous êtes  
près de la fuite.  
Attention : Pour ADSL modele  
modem, afin de réduire les  
risques d'incendie, n'utilisez  
qu'un cordon de  
communication N0. 26 AWG ou  
plus gros.  
Lappareil doit être le plus près possible  
dune prise murale pour en faciliter  
laccès.  
Pour changer la pile de  
rechange, veuillez contacter  
votre centre de service Sony le  
plus près.  
For questions regarding your product or for the  
Sony Service Center nearest you, call  
1-888-476-6972 in the United States or  
1-800-961-7669 in Canada.  
Sony Customer Support can be reached at  
Avertissement - L'utilisation  
d'instruments optiques avec ce  
produit augmente les risques  
pour les yeux. Puisque le  
faisceau laser utilisé dans ce  
produit est dommageable pour  
les yeux, ne tentez pas de  
désassembler le boîtier.  
Adressez-vous à un agent de  
service qualifié.  
Danger : Radiation laser  
visible et invisible si ouvert.  
Évitez lexposition directe au  
faisceau.  
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interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
Regulatory Information  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Increase the separation between the  
equipment and the receiver.  
Trade Name:  
Model No.:  
SONY  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
PCV-RX450DS  
PCV-RX460DS  
Consult the dealer or an experienced  
radio/TV technician for help.  
Responsible  
Party:  
Sony Electronics Inc.  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in this  
manual could void your authority to operate this  
equipment.  
Address:  
680 Kinderkamack Rd  
Oradell, NJ 07649  
Telephone:  
201-930-6972  
Only peripherals (computer input/output  
devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply  
with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this  
computer product. Operation with  
This phone number is for FCC-related  
matters only.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the  
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions:  
noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in  
interference to radio and television reception.  
All cables used to connect peripherals must be  
shielded and grounded. Operation with cables,  
connected to peripherals, that are not shielded  
and grounded, may result in interference to  
radio and television reception.  
(1) This device may not cause harmful  
interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation.  
FCC Part 68  
This equipment has been tested and found to  
comply with the limits for a Class B digital  
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These  
limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation. This equipment  
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the  
FCC rules. The FCC Ringer Equivalence  
Number (REN) for this equipment is 0.7. If  
requested, this information must be provided to  
the telephone company.  
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency  
energy and, if not installed and used in  
This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone  
jack.  
accordance with the instructions, may cause  
harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference  
will not occur in a particular installation. If this  
equipment does cause harmful interference to  
radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and  
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
The REN is used to determine the quantity of  
devices which may be connected to the  
telephone line. Excessive RENs on the  
telephone line may result in the devices not  
ringing in response to an incoming call. In  
most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs  
should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the  
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number of devices that may be connected to the  
line, as determined by the total RENs, contact  
the telephone company to determine the  
maximum REN for the calling area.  
Telephone Consumer Protection Act  
of 1991 (United States)  
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of  
1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a  
computer or other electronic device to send any  
message via a telephone facsimile machine  
unless such message clearly contains, in a  
margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted  
page or on the first page of the transmission, the  
date and time it is sent and an identification of  
the business, other entity, or individual sending  
the message, and the telephone number of the  
sending machine or such business, other entity,  
or individual.  
If the terminal equipment causes harm to the  
telephone network, the telephone company will  
notify you in advance that temporary  
discontinuance of service may be required. But  
if advance notice is not practical, the telephone  
company will notify the customer as soon as  
possible. Also, you will be advised of your right  
to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe  
it is necessary.  
The telephone company may make changes in  
its facilities, equipment, operations or  
In order to program this information into your  
facsimile machine, see your fax software  
documentation.  
procedures that could affect the operations of  
the equipment. If this happens, the telephone  
company will provide advance notice in order  
for you to make the necessary modifications in  
order to maintain uninterrupted service.  
Telephone Consumer Guidelines  
(Canada)  
If trouble is experienced with this modem, for  
repair or warranty information, please contact  
1-888-4SONY-PC, or write to the Sony  
Customer Information Center, 12451 Gateway  
Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913. If the trouble is  
causing harm to the telephone network, the  
telephone company may request that you  
remove the equipment from the network until  
the problem is resolved.  
Please refer to your telephone directory under  
Privacy Issuesand/or Terms of Service.For  
more detailed information, please contact:  
CRTC  
Terrasses de la Chaudiére, Tour centrale  
1 promenade du Portage, 5 étage Hull PQ K1A  
0N2.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with  
Canadian ICES-003.  
Repair of this equipment should be made only  
by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized  
agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you,  
call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).  
Cet àppareil numérique de la classe B est  
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
This equipment cannot be used on public coin  
service provided by the telephone company.  
Connection to Party Line Service is subject to  
state and possible provincial tariffs. (Contact  
the state or provincial utility service  
commission, public service commission, or  
corporation commission for information.)  
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DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM BATTERY  
Une batterie non conforme  
présente un danger  
You can return your unwanted lithium batteries  
to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory  
Service Center.  
d'explosion. La remplacer  
seulement par une batterie  
identique ou de type équivalent  
recommandé par le fabricant.  
Évacuer les batteries usées  
selon les directives du  
fabricant.  
In some areas the disposal of lithium  
batteries in household or business  
trash may be prohibited.  
For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call  
1-888-476-6972 in the United States or  
1-800-961-7669 in Canada.  
La manutention incorrecte du  
module de batterie de cet  
appareil présente un risque  
d'incendie ou de brûlures  
chimiques. Ne pas démonter,  
incinérer ou exposer à une  
température de plus de 100°C.  
Évacuer promptement la  
batterie usée. Garder hors de  
portée des enfants.  
Do not handle damaged or  
leaking lithium batteries.  
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  
manufacturers instructions.  
The battery pack used in this  
device may present a fire or  
chemical burn hazard if  
mistreated. Do not  
disassemble, heat above  
212°F (100°C), or incinerate.  
Dispose of used battery  
promptly. Keep away from  
children.  
Ne pas manipuler les batteries  
au lithium qui fuient ou sont  
endommagées.  
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devices subject only to the requirement that the  
sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all  
the devices does not exceed 5. The Ringer  
Equivalence Number for this equipment is 0.7.  
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE  
NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies  
certified equipment. This certification means  
that the equipment meets certain  
telecommunications network protective,  
operational and safety requirements as  
prescribed in the appropriate Terminal  
Equipment Technical Requirements  
document(s). The Department does not  
guarantee the equipment will operate to the  
users satisfaction.  
AVIS DE LINDUSTRIE CANADA  
AVI S : L’étiquette dIndustrie Canada identifie  
le matériel homologué.  
Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est  
conforme aux normes de protection,  
dexploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de  
télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les  
documents concernant les exigences techniques  
relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère  
nassure toutefois pas que le matériel  
Before installing this equipment, users should  
ensure that it is permissible to be connected to  
the facilities of the local telecommunications  
company. The equipment must also be installed  
using an acceptable method of connection.  
fonctionnera à la satisfaction de lutilisateur.  
The customer should be aware that compliance  
with the above conditions may not prevent  
degradation of service in some situations.  
Avant dinstaller ce matériel, lutilisateur doit  
sassurer quil est permis de le raccorder aux  
installations de lentreprise locale de  
télécommunication. Le matériel doit également  
être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de  
raccordement. Labonné ne doit pas oublier  
quil est possible que la conformité aux  
conditions énoncées ci-dessus nempêche pas la  
dégradation du service dans certaines  
situations.  
Repairs to certified equipment should be  
coordinated by a representative designated by  
the supplier. Equipment malfunctions or any  
repairs or alterations made by the user to this  
equipment may give the telecommunications  
company cause to request that the user  
disconnect the equipment.  
Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent  
être coordonnées par un représentant désigné  
par le fournisseur. Lentreprise de  
télécommunications peut demander à  
lutilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite  
de réparations ou de modifications effectuées  
par lutilisateur ou à cause de mauvais  
fonctionnement.  
Users should ensure for their own protection  
that the electrical ground connections of the  
power utility, telephone lines and internal  
metallic water pipe system, if present, are  
connected together. This precaution may be  
particularly important in rural areas.  
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make  
such connections themselves, but should  
contact the appropriate electrical inspection  
authority, or electrician, as appropriate.  
Pour sa propre protection, lutilisateur doit  
sassurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre de la  
source d’énergie électrique, des lignes  
téléphoniques et des canalisations deau  
métalliques, sil y en a, sont raccordés  
ensemble. Cette précaution est particulièrement  
importante dans les régions rurales.  
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number  
(REN) assigned to each terminal device  
provides an indication of the maximum number  
of terminals allowed to be connected to a  
telephone interface. The termination on an  
interface may consist of any combination of  
Avertissement: Lutilisateur ne doit pas tenter  
de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit  
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avoir recours à un service dinspection des  
installations électriques, ou à un électricien,  
selon le cas.  
AV I S : Lindice d’équivalence de la sonnerie  
(IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal  
indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui  
peuvent être raccordés à une interface.  
La terminaison dune interface téléphonique  
peut consister en une combination de quelques  
dispositifs, à la seule condition que la somme  
dindices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous  
les dispositifs nexcède pas 5. Lindice  
d’équivalence de la sonnerie de ce matériel est  
de 0.7.  
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Welcome  
Choosing an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer  
Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer. Here are  
some things to consider when planning your workspace:  
Stable work surface — Use a stable work surface large enough to support  
the computer and other peripheral equipment.  
Ventilation — Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides  
of your computer to enable proper ventilation.  
Placement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices — Place  
your keyboard, mouse, and other input devices so that your arms and hands  
are in a relaxed, comfortable position. The keyboard should be directly in  
front of you. Adjust the level of the keyboard so that your lower arms are  
parallel to the floor. Keep your wrists in a relaxed position when you are  
using the keyboardnot angled up or down. Use the palmrest only briefly,  
for resting. While typing, never use the palmrest or rest your hands on the  
table. Position the mouse at the same level as the keyboard. Hold the mouse  
with a relaxed hand, and use your whole arm to move it. Take breaks during  
sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick may  
strain muscles or tendons.  
Furniture and posture — Sit in a chair with good back support and  
armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A  
footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit with relaxed, upright  
postureavoid slouching forward or leaning far backward.  
Viewing angle of the display — Position the display 18 to 26 inches  
directly in front of you, with the top of the screen at or a little below eye  
level. Use the displays tilting feature to find the best position. You can  
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reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper  
position.  
Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare  
and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on  
the display. You can also purchase accessories for your display that help  
reduce glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness.  
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Front Panel Overview  
The front panel of your VAIO Computer allows access to the DVD, CD-RW, and  
diskette drives. It also includes Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports to  
connect compatible USB devices, digital equipment, or other peripheral devices.  
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an  
IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software  
applications, operating system and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an  
i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.  
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for  
information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting  
i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk  
Drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.  
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Front panel (PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460)  
DRIVE  
1
2
3
4
DVD-ROM drive  
Reads data from a DVD or CD.  
CD-RW drive  
Reads data from a CD and writes data to a CD-R or CD-RW disc.  
Floppy disk drive  
Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk.  
Floppy disk drive access indicator light  
Lights in green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk.  
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6
7
DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive access indicator light  
Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical drives.  
Hard disk drive access indicator light  
Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk.  
Power switch and indicator light  
Turns the computer on/off.  
The indicator light is blue while the power is on and red when the computer is in  
standby mode.  
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DVD-ROM drive eject button  
Ejects a disc from the DVD drive.  
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CD-RW drive eject button  
Ejects a disc from the CD-RW drive.  
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11  
12  
Floppy disk eject button  
Ejects a floppy disk.  
Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (2)  
Connection for a compatible USB device.  
i.LINK 4-pin port (IEEE1394)  
Connection for a compatible digital device.  
For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK ports on both the front  
and back panels. The 4-pin i.LINK port is located on the front panel and the 6-pin  
i.LINK port is located on the back.  
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Back Panel Overview  
The back panel of your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional  
accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports on your  
computer.  
Back panel (PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460)  
KEYBOARD MOUSE  
USB  
MONITOR  
PRINTER  
i.LINK  
S400  
HEADPHONES  
SERIAL  
LINE IN  
MIC  
4
3
2
1
LINE TELEPHONE  
1
2
3
Mouse port  
Connection for a PS/2 mouse.  
PS/2® keyboard port  
Connection for a VAIO Smart™ Keyboard.  
Universal Serial Bus (USB) port  
Connection for compatible USB devices.  
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Ethernet port  
10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interface.  
(The port marked with  
(Network) is for LAN connections only.)  
5
6
7
Monitor port  
Connection for a standard CRT display.  
Printer port  
Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner.  
i.LINK 6-pin port (IEEE1394)  
Connection for a compatible digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam®  
Camcorder.  
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Serial port  
Connection for a compatible serial device, such as a digital still camera.  
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Headphones jack  
Connection for the supplied speakers or optional headphones.  
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Line In jack  
Connection for an audio device.  
Microphone jack  
Connection for a microphone (optional).  
Line jack  
Connects the supplied modem cable to the wall jack.  
AC Input port  
Connection for the supplied power cord.  
Telephone cable jack  
Connection for a phone cable to the computer.  
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an  
IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software  
applications, operating system and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an  
i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.  
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for  
information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting  
i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk  
Drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.  
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VAIO Action Setup  
VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computers Shortcut keys  
(S Keys) and i.LINK® interface. The programmable S Keys come with the  
following applications as their default settings:  
S1 Outlook Express  
S2 Internet Explorer  
S3 Media Bar DVD Player  
S4 PictureGear  
S5 DVgate Motion  
S6 Help/Demo  
All six buttons are reprogrammable.  
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an  
IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software  
applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an  
i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.  
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for  
information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting  
i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk  
Drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.  
To change the settings of the S Keys  
1
From the Start menu, select Programs, select VAIO Action Setup, and then  
click on VAIO Action Setup.  
You can also double-click  
on the Windows taskbar to open VAIO Action Setup.  
2
3
Click the S Key you want to change.  
From the Select Application dialog box, click the option for the desired type  
of function. The corresponding applications appear in the list box on the  
right.  
You may also use the drag and drop feature to place any application into the list box.  
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5
The Confirmation Application Name window appears showing you the  
application you have selected. Click Next.  
You may now type a new name and description, if desired. Then click Finish.  
Presetting i.LINK® devices  
You can preset your i.LINK-equipped devices to perform desired functions, such  
as automatically starting DVgateapplications or connecting two VAIO  
computers.  
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an  
IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software  
applications, operating system and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an  
i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.  
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for  
information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting  
i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk  
Drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.  
To preset your i.LINK device to perform a desired function  
1
From the Start menu, point to Programs, point to VAIO Action Setup, and  
then click on VAIO Action Setup.  
2
3
4
5
6
Click i.LINK.  
Click the Advanced Setting tab.  
Click the Enable i.LINK launcher function checkbox and click Apply.  
Connect the device to your computer with your i.LINK cable.  
Turn on the device.  
The VAIO Action Setup dialog box appears.  
Click OK.  
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8
To modify the device name, click the current device name in the list box and  
click Modify device name.  
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Type the desired name and click Apply.  
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10 To assign an application, click Modify.  
The Select Application dialog box appears.  
11 Select the desired application and click Next.  
12 Click Next to confirm the application name.  
The Input Application Name dialog box appears. You may change the name  
and description of the application you want to launch.  
13 Click Finish to complete this step.  
The next time the device is connected and turned on, the assigned application will  
launch automatically.  
Changing the Window Design of Sony Software  
To change the window design  
1
2
3
4
5
From the Start menu, point to Settings, and then click on Control Panel.  
Click UI Design Selector.  
Click << or >> and select the desired design.  
Click Apply.  
The UI Design Selectorwindow design changes. The window design for  
your Sony software will match the UI Design Selectorwindow.  
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To try another selection, click << or >> and then click OK.  
The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design  
displays.  
You may use the feature with UI Design Selector-compatible software only.  
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Changing Designs of VAIO Wallpaper  
The background image for your VAIO computers operating system changes  
automatically, based on the time of day and the season of the year.  
The default wallpaper setting for your system consists of three different  
wallpaper images. The image changes three times daily, based on your local  
computer time. A new background design appears at:  
0300  
1100  
1900  
The VAIO wallpaper design sets also change at seasonal intervals:  
March 1st (Spring)  
June 1st (Summer)  
September 1st (Fall)  
December 1 (Winter)  
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VAIO® AV Applications  
Your VAIO computer comes with a collection of audio and video (AV)  
applications that make it easy to use advanced multimedia formats. This section  
describes these VAIO AV applications.  
DVgate™  
Sony Electronics, Inc.  
DVgate software makes it easy to edit digital videos. You can grab and edit digital video  
clips and then assemble them into a polished home video that everyone can enjoy. You can  
also use DVgate software to capture individual frames from digital video clips, and then  
save them as graphic files. Enhance your Web page, send family and friends your favorite  
stills, create your own wallpaperthe possibilities are endless.  
Media Bar DVD Player  
Sony Electronics, Inc.  
Media Bar DVD Player software delivers high quality video playback of your favorite  
DVDs.  
MovieShaker™  
Sony Electronics, Inc.  
Sonys original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that have transitions,  
background music, and text. Just import your video clips and shakewith a click of the  
mouse. Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to share with family and friends.  
OpenMGJukebox  
Sony Electronics, Inc.  
OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to import digital audio files by downloading from  
Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services over digital networks, such as the Internet.  
You can record audio CDs onto your hard drive in a variety of formats.  
PictureGear™  
Sony Electronics, Inc.  
PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to see all the  
images stored in any directory on your computer. Thumbnail views provide quick  
reminders of your pictures. Brighten, contrast, enhance, resize, crop, and color-correct  
your pictures. Create panoramic views, animations, screen savers, wallpaper, and even  
HTML photo albums.  
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Smart Capture  
Sony Electronics, Inc.  
Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart Capture  
manages the i.LINK® connection between your computer and a Sony Digital Handycam  
Camcorder, or other cameras that support the i.LINK interface. Smart Capture allows you  
to capture and compress video or still images that you can save or share via e-mail.  
Captures are low resolution, making it ideal for e-mail. For high-quality captures, use  
DVgate.  
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an  
IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software  
applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an  
i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.  
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for  
information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting i.LINK-  
compatible PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk Drive,  
confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.  
VisualFlow™  
Sony Electronics, Inc.  
VisualFlow is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for  
Memory Stick® media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound files stored in a  
Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow not only plays a  
selected movie or sound file, but also enables playback of files by other applications like  
PictureGear, Memory Stick Slideshow and Windows Explorer.  
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MovieShaker™  
This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any  
knowledge of film editing. In a few simple steps, motion pictures can be  
combined with special effects, still images, and music files, and then saved in a  
format compatible with most computers.  
Main Window  
Working Panel  
Editing trays  
Clip tray  
Help  
Product tray  
Trash  
Importing Images and Sound Clips  
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2
3
4
Click  
(File Import) or  
(DV Import).  
Find the file you want to add.  
Select the file.  
Click Open. The file is added to the Clip tray.  
Importing lengthy image or sound files may cause the MovieShaker software to stop  
responding.  
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Create a Movie using Shaker  
After adding clip(s) to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the  
Shaker feature. Shaker randomly selects clips from the Clip tray to create a  
30-second scene.  
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2
Click the Shaker tab.  
Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shaker tray.  
Shaker tray  
3
4
Click  
. A thirty second scene is automatically generated and  
saved to the Product tray.  
To preview, switch the Work Panel to Product tray mode and press play.  
Scenes created with Shaker begin with a black frame and after processing are placed  
in the first available slot on the Product tray. Limit the number of scenes placed on the  
Product tray to 5 or less. MovieShaker software may stop responding if too many  
scenes are placed on the Product tray.  
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Editing Clips and Scenes  
You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and  
contrast, and modifying the length of clips.  
Working Panel  
Sound  
Color  
Monitor  
Speed  
Effect Palette  
Trim Palette  
Play  
Effect Knobs  
Adding effects to a scene or a clip  
1
2
3
Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel.  
Select the Effects tab from the Editing tray.  
Drag the Effect you want to add from the Effects tray to the Effects palette  
on the Working Panel.  
To preview an Effect, click the Play button on the Working panel window. Your clip  
plays the new effect on the Effect tray monitor.  
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See Help for instructions on adjusting effect duration and replaying clips and  
scenes.  
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Saving a Movie  
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Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for  
more details on saving movies.  
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3
4
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Click Export.  
Select the format in which you want the document to be saved.  
Click Next.  
Locate the folder to which you want the file saved.  
Name the file.  
Click Save.  
Exporting movies may take a long time to complete—“Save movie as DV”  
(Digital Video) takes the longest and Quick-Save is the fastest. MovieShaker  
software can play AVI files up to 65 MB in length.  
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PictureGear™  
PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to see all  
the images stored in any directory on your computer. Thumbnail views provide  
quick reminders of your pictures. Brighten, contrast, enhance, resize, crop, and  
color-correct your pictures. Create panoramic views, animations, screen savers,  
wallpaper, still pictures from MPEG, and even HTML photo albums.  
Managing Your Pictures  
Use the collection feature to manage your pictures.  
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2
3
4
Click the Folder tab and browse to locate your pictures.  
Select the pictures you want to have in a collection.  
From Collection menu, select Create New Collection.  
Enter a name for the collection and then click OK.  
Creating a Photo Album  
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2
3
4
5
Select the pictures you want to use to make an album.  
From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker.  
Choose the type of Album you want and click OK.  
Now add more pictures, frames, text, and effects.  
When you are finished, select Create Album in File menu or click the Create  
Album icon on the toolbar.  
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7
8
Designate the folder where you want to save the Album.  
Enter the Target Album name, select Thumbnails and click OK.  
The new album can be viewed using most internet browsers.  
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Using Panorama Maker  
Panorama Maker stitches a group of still images into a 360 degree panoramic  
picture. The source images should be the same size and overlap 20%.  
How to stitch a panoramic picture:  
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2
Gather the source images into the same folder or collection.  
Select the images you want to use.  
Sony recommends creating your panoramic picture with 12 landscaped or 16 portrait  
pictures.  
3
From the Utilities menu select Panorama Maker.  
4
Select the correct lens and click Okay. (If 35mm lens is selected, the prompt  
does not appear. To select a different lens, click on the lens icon.)  
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6
Click the panoramic icon, near the bottom of the window.  
Click Full Stitch.  
Making Still Images and Panoramic from MPEG  
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2
3
Select the MPEG file.  
From the Movie/Sound menu, select Scene Break Down.  
Then select Movie Stitch, to create a panoramic picture.  
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OpenMGJukebox 2.0  
OpenMG Jukebox is a software application that utilizes Sony Corporations  
copyright protection technology. OpenMG Jukebox maintains the holders  
copyrights by preventing unauthorized distribution of digital audio files.  
OpenMG Jukebox software lets you play and record audio CDs and import  
digital audio files while maintaining the copyright information of the contents.  
When you record an audio CD with OpenMG Jukebox, it is encoded in ATRAC3  
format onto your computers hard drive. You can download digital audio files  
from Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services. The imported data can be  
played on your computer or transferred to external devices or media. OpenMG  
Jukebox converts your existing MP3 and WAV format audio files into OpenMG  
format (WAV format audio files are converted into ATRAC3 format or changed  
into OpenMG MP3 format).  
Your VAIO computer ships with OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 installed. Portable  
players that are compatible with OpenMG Jukebox may contain an earlier  
version of the software (Version 1.0, 1.1, or 1.2). Do not install an earlier  
version of OpenMG Jukebox on your computer, as this may cause the software  
to work improperly or damage your audio files. For more information on  
connecting your compatible portable player to your computer, got the the Sony  
Walkman® Product Support Web site at:  
Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) Services  
EMD allows you to download music files via the Internet. To use Internet  
services that are compatible with OpenMG Jukebox, you need:  
Access to the Internet from your computer. Sign up with an Internet Service  
Provider (ISP) and configure your computer for Internet access before using  
EMD services.  
An EMD service provider. Consult the provider for information about  
service.  
To protect your personal data, Sony uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), an encryption  
protocol for communication between your browser and Sonys World Wide Web  
(WWW) server. If you are accessing the Internet from an enterprise Local Area  
Network (LAN), you may not be able to use SSL due to the proxy server of the LAN.  
Contact your network administrator for more information.  
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Starting OpenMG Jukebox 2.0  
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From the Start button on the Windows taskbar, point to Programs, point to  
OpenMG Jukebox, and then click on OpenMG Jukebox.  
The CDDB® Music Recognition Service Registration wizard appears.  
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete registration.  
To register with CDDB, you need Internet access from your computer. For more  
information regarding CDDB registration, click on the Help button.  
2
3
When you have registered with CDDB, the Set OpenMG Jukebox as the  
Application for playing Audio CDdialog box appears. You can set  
OpenMG Jukebox as the default application for playing audio CDs by  
selecting the appropriate checkbox.  
Click OK. The OpenMG Jukebox window appears.  
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OpenMG Jukebox main window  
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3
4
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1
Feature tabs  
Changes the screen view according to  
the selected feature.  
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Internet address drop-down list  
Displays Internet addresses, if available.  
You can click on the Go to URL link”  
button to immediately connect to Web site.  
2
3
4
Player control buttons  
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7
File list view  
Controls playback functions, such as play,  
pause, stop, fast forward and reverse.  
Displays the contents of the folder selected  
in the file tree view.  
Playlist drop-down list  
Displays available playlists and audio files  
of the current feature tab.  
Tutorial tab  
Opens and closes the Tutorial feature.  
File tree view  
Displays the folders available on your  
computer.  
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Recording a CD  
You can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists in OpenMG  
Jukebox.  
When you record from an audio CD on your CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive for the first time,  
the CD Drive Optimizationdialog box appears. Click Start to verify your CD-RW/  
DVD-ROM drive. After the verification is performed, recording begins.  
1
2
3
Insert an audio CD into your systems CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.  
Click the CD tab.  
Use the drop-down lists to select the Bit Rate, CD drive, and Record To  
destination.  
CD tab window  
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5
You can select specific tracks on your CD by removing the checkmark from  
the tracks you dont want to record. You can clear all selected tracks by  
clicking in the empty checkbox next to Select All, and then select the tracks  
you want to record.  
Click  
Rec to Jukebox to begin recording. When the recording is  
finished, the new playlist appears in the File tree view of the Playlist  
window. You can change to this feature view by clicking on the  
Playlist tab.  
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You can display the name of the CD and its songs by clicking on the CD Info button.  
Transferring Songs (Check-in/Check-out)  
You can transfer songs between the playlists of your OpenMG Jukebox and  
external devices or media. For more information on using your external devices  
or media, see the documentation that came with the product.  
These instructions are for using the Check-in/Check-out 1 step mode. For  
information on using 2 step mode, see Changing the check-in/check-out  
settingsin the OpenMG Jukebox Help menu.  
Check-out  
1
2
Connect the external device or insert the media into your computer.  
Click on the Check-in/Out tab to display the Check-in/Out tab window. Your  
computer automatically recognizes the connected external device or media  
and lists the content information in a new panel on the right side of the  
Check-in/Out tab window.  
Check-In/Out tab window  
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5
Select the playlist that has the song that you want to check out. The songs in  
the playlist are shown in the Playlist view panel located in the center of the  
Check-In/Out tab window.  
From the Playlist view panel, select the song to be checked out. To check out  
more than one song at a time, hold down the Ctrl key and click on the  
additional songs.  
Click  
(Out), or drag the song to the desired position in the song list  
of the external device or media. Check-out begins.  
To cancel Check-out, click  
(Stop), or click Cancel in the Processing dialog box that  
is displayed during the Check-out process.  
Check-in  
The songs that you transfer to external devices or media can only be checked in to the  
hard drive of the same computer from which the songs were checked out.  
1
Connect the external device or insert the media into your computer  
2
Click on the Check-in/Out tab to display the Check-in/Out tab window. Your  
computer automatically recognizes the connected external device or media  
and lists the content information in a new panel on the right side of the  
Check-in/Out tab window.  
3
4
Select the song to be checked in from the song list of the external device or  
media. To check in more than one song at a time, hold down the Ctrl key and  
click on the additional songs.  
Click  
(In), or drag the song(s) to the Playlist view panel. If you want to  
check in all of the songs in the external device or media, click  
Check-in begins.  
(In All).  
To cancel check-in, click  
(Stop), or click Cancel in the Processing dialog box  
that is displayed during the Check-out process.  
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For more information about using OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 software, go to the  
online OpenMG Jukebox Help. You can access the online help file using either  
of the following instructions:  
Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar, point to Programs, point to  
OpenMG Jukebox, and then click on OpenMG Jukebox Help.  
From the OpenMG Jukebox Help menu, select OpenMG Jukebox Help.  
Additional Features  
OpenMG Jukebox Tutorial The features of OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 are  
described in the Tutorial. The user friendly interface guides you directly to  
the OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 features.  
OpenMG Jukebox Backup Tool You can back up and restore all of the  
music, graphics and information data managed by OpenMG Jukebox. You  
must be connected to the Internet to use the OpenMG Jukebox Backup Tool.  
Import audio files in various formats You can import audio files with  
various formats, such as MP3 or WAV standards. You can also import audio  
files that comply with the Microsoft® Windows MediaTechnologies  
(WMT) standard, identified by .asf or .wma extensions. Manage your audio  
files through the Playlist feature of OpenMG Jukebox 2.0.  
Manage imported songs on the Playlist Additional features are  
available when you register your imported songs through the Playlist feature  
of OpenMG Jukebox. You can manage your music by creating your own list  
of songs categorized by genre or artist, displaying your song list in the  
Playlist feature, and arranging your songs in a customized order using the  
Playlist folders. Edit your music by combining multiple songs into a single  
song, or divide one song into two, by using the Combine and Divide features.  
Simple mode The main OpenMG Jukebox window in simple mode is a  
smaller, compact version of the full mode view. This can be useful when you  
want to listen to songs with OpenMG Jukebox while using other software, or  
whenever you feel that full mode view is intrusive. The design of the main  
OpenMG Jukebox window in simple mode can be changed by adding a new  
skinwhich enhances the windows appearance. The Simple mode feature  
allows you to perform playback operations only.  
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Smart Capture  
Smart Capture is a Sony-designed application that manages the i.LINK  
connection between your computer and an i.LINK-compatible digital camera or  
camcorder. You can capture and enhance video or still images to share with your  
family and friends over the Internet or through e-mail.  
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an  
IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software  
applications, operating system and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an  
i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.  
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for  
information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting i.LINK-  
compatible PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk Drive,  
confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.  
Smart Capture main window  
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2
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7
1
Mode indicator  
Displays the current mode (Still or Net  
Movie).  
5
Help button  
Connects you directly to the online Smart  
Capture help.  
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Mode dial  
6
Capture button  
Switches Smart Capture from Still mode to  
Net Movie mode with a single click of your  
mouse.  
Captures your individual still images in the  
same manner as a camera. You can select  
different characteristics for the Capture  
button when capturing a Net Movie.  
3
4
Options button  
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8
Application Switch drop-down list  
Switches between the Still image and Net  
movie modes, using a drop-down list.  
Displays the configuration options  
available for either Still or Net Movie mode.  
Effects button  
Displays the special effects that you can  
apply to your pictures or video clips.  
Image window  
Displays the still or video image from your  
digital camera or camcorder  
Using Still mode  
1
From the Start button, point to Programs, point to Smart Capture, and then  
click on Smart Capture. The Smart Capture main window appears.  
2
Connect your i.LINK-compatible digital camera or camcorder to your  
computer with an i.LINK cable. An image appears in the Smart Capture  
main window.  
The Smart Capture main window opens with a blue screen image, indicating that there  
is no data input from a digital camera or camcorder. When you connect your digital  
camera or camcorder to your system with an i.LINK cable and turn it on, an image  
appears in the main window. Some cameras and camcorders need to have a recording  
media inserted before an image can be displayed in the Smart Capture window.  
Consult the manual that came with your digital camera or camcorder for more  
information.  
3
Check that the Mode dial is set to Still. Click on the Mode dial to switch  
between Still mode and Net Movie mode.  
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Click on the Options button to view the available options for your still image  
capture. The Still Image Options window appears.  
Still Image Options window  
The Still Image Options window has four tabs:  
Capturing Mode: You can choose between Normal, Self-timer or  
Panorama Capture modes.  
Image Size: Select the image size, horizontal by vertical in pixels.  
Image Quality: Set the quality of your pictures as they are being  
saved by selecting Fine, Standard or Economy image quality.  
Destination: Select a file destination for your pictures.  
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Click on the Effects button to select a special image effect. The Effect  
Setting window appears. Use the drop-down list to view and customize the  
available effects.  
Effect Setting window  
You can use a different special effect for each picture, or you can remove all special  
effects by clicking on the No Effects button.  
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Capturing a picture in Still mode  
1
Use your digital camera or camcorder to locate the image you want to  
capture. When you see the desired image in the Smart Capture window, click  
on the Capture button. The Still Viewer window appears. You can capture  
one picture or several pictures at a time.  
Still Viewer window  
2
Click on the arrows or drag the scroll bar to view the pictures. As each image  
is captured, it displays in the Still Viewer window with a balloon for your  
comments and an identifying number in the viewers queue.  
Managing pictures in Still mode  
From the Still Viewer window, you can perform various functions using the task  
buttons:  
Delete Discard any or all of your still images by clicking on the Delete  
button. Select a single image or all and the image(s) is tornand removed  
from the Still Viewer window.  
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Upload Send your still images online to the ImageStation Web site to  
share with your family and friends. ImageStation stores your still images  
online when you register for this free service. See Using ImageStation.”  
Mail E-mail your still images to your family and friends. Click on the  
Mail button and your e-mail application launches with a new message  
window containing the still image.  
Save Click on the Save button to save your still image in a variety of  
formats, to a location of your choice.  
You must be connected to the Internet before attempting to upload or e-mail your still  
images or videos.  
Using Net Movie mode  
1
From the Start button on the Windows taskbar, point to Programs, point to  
Smart Capture, and then click on Smart Capture. The Smart Capture main  
window appears.  
2
3
Connect your i.LINK-compatible digital camcorder to your computer with  
an i.LINK cable. An image appears in the Smart Capture main window.  
Check that the Mode dial is set to Net Movie. Click on the Mode dial to  
switch between Still mode and Net Movie mode.  
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Click on the Options button to view the available options for your movie  
capture. The Recording Options window appears.  
Recording Options window  
The Recording Options window has three tabs:  
Format: You can adjust the compression rate for your movies in  
MPEG1 format or choose the AVI option for no compression. You can  
also set the maximum recording time for your movie capture.  
Destination: Select a file destination for your movies when  
recording video clips.  
Capture Button: Set the characteristics of the Capture button. You  
can start and stop recording by pressing the Capture button (this is the  
default characteristic). You can select Anti-Ground Shooting, which  
allows recording to occur only while the Capture button is pressed.  
Recording will stop when you release the button.  
5
Click on the Effects button to select a special image effect. The Effect  
Setting window appears. Use the drop-down list to view and customize the  
available effects.  
You can remove all special effects by clicking on the No Effects button.  
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Capturing a movie in Net Movie mode  
1
Use your digital camcorder to locate the view(s) you want to capture. When  
you see the desired view in either the Smart Capture window or your  
camcorders viewfinder, press the Capture button to begin recording your  
movie. The Movie Player window appears.  
2
Click on the Capture button when you have finished recording your movie  
and the first frame of your movie appears in the Movie Player window. You  
can record a movie for approximately thirty seconds. The Movie Player  
feature will automatically stop recording when this time limit is reached.  
If you have set the Capture button to use the Anti-Ground setting, you must press and  
hold the Capture button to continue recording.  
Movie Player window  
3
You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by using the  
play, pause and stop buttons. Click on the arrows or drag the scroll bar to  
view your movie. Each frame is displayed with an identifying number in the  
queue.  
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Managing your movie in Net Movie mode  
From the Movie Player window, you can perform various functions using the task  
buttons:  
Delete Discard any frame or the entire movie by clicking on the Delete  
button. The frame or movie is removed from the Movie Player window.  
Upload Compress and send your movies online to the ImageStation Web  
site to share with your family and friends. ImageStation stores your movies  
online when you register for this free service. See Using ImageStation.”  
Mail E-mail your movies to family and friends. Click on the Mail button  
and your e-mail application launches with a new message window  
containing the movie.  
Save Click on the Save button to compress and save your movie in a  
variety of formats, to a location of your choice.  
Using ImageStation™  
ImageStation is a free online service that allows you to store your pictures and  
movies on the Internet to share with family and friends. ImageStation requires an  
Internet connection and registration for the Web-based service. You must be  
connected to the Internet before uploading your pictures or movies with Smart  
Capture and ImageStation.  
Uploading with Movie Player  
Sony recommends that your movie file size not exceed 254 MB if compressed, or 2 GB  
if not compressed. Large movie files take longer to upload to the ImageStation Web  
site.  
1
Click on the Upload Button in Movie Player. The Compression Settings  
when Uploading window appears.  
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Select the compression rate and press the Start Compression button. The  
ImageStation Login window appears. See steps 2 - 4 in the next section,  
Uploading with Still Viewerfor further uploading information.  
Compression Settings when Uploading window  
Uploading with Still Viewer  
1
Click on the Upload button in Still Viewer. The ImageStation Login window  
appears.  
ImageStation Login window  
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For first time users, the ImageStation registration wizard guides you through  
the initial registration process. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you are  
already a registered member, provide your login name and password. The  
Image Uploader window appears.  
Image Uploader window  
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From the Still Viewer or Movie Player window, click on the Upload button to  
transfer your pictures or movies to the ImageStation Web site. The Image  
Uploader windows displays your Internet connection and upload status.  
Click on  
to see thumbnail previews of your pictures or movies.  
The ImageStation preview feature is available when you upload two or more pictures  
or a movie. No preview is shown if a single picture is being uploaded.  
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movies. Follow the onscreen instructions to access your ImageStation  
account. The ImageStation Web site may ask you to complete a full login  
again, if your current session is not active.  
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VisualFlow™  
VisualFlow is a Sony state-of-the-art multimedia browser designed specifically  
for Memory Stick media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound files stored  
in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow  
plays a selected movie or sound file, and enables playback of files by other  
applications like PictureGear, PictureToy, Memory Stick Slideshow and  
Windows® Explorer.  
To use VisualFlow  
1
From the Start menu, point to Programs, point to VisualFlow, and then click  
on VisualFlow.  
If your system is Memory Stick-compatible, the VAIO Action Setup may be configured  
to launch the VisualFlow browser upon insertion of a Memory Stick media. In this  
case, VisualFlow starts automatically when a Memory Stick media is inserted.  
2
Click on an icon in the View section on the main toolbar to select a display  
layout.  
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4
5
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Click on an icon in the Sort section on the main toolbar to select a sorting  
method.  
Placing your cursor on the left end of the main toolbar activates the current  
Memory Stick properties.  
Placing your cursor on the right end of the main toolbar activates a  
secondary toolbar with more functions.  
Click on an image to show a normal view centered on the screen.  
Double-clicking an image shows an enlarged view.  
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The movie file starts playback when the view is enlarged. Click again on the  
movie files to restore the view to normal.  
While an image is enlarged, the Launch toolbar appears at the bottom of the window.  
Any associated application can be activated from this point.  
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DVgate™  
Connecting a digital video camera recorder  
Before connecting a digital video camera recorder to your computer, turn off the  
power on the camera. After connecting the camera, turn the power back on. You  
do not need to turn off the computer when connecting a camera.  
Using DVgate software with a digital video camera recorder  
Do not use DVgate software when the connected digital video device is in  
Timer Recording mode, as this could produce a malfunction in the device.  
Captures larger than 2 GB (9 minutes and 30 seconds) are automatically  
continued in a second file.  
You can record stereo audio (stereo 1) while capturing video or you can add  
audio on the stereo 2 track after capturing the video data.  
You cannot use different audio modes on the same tape. You should perform  
a separate capture for each audio mode you wish to use.  
DVgate software does not support hard disk compression. You should not  
use disk compression if you are planning to work with DVgate.  
Title data is saved in the flash memory of a digital video camera and is not  
transferred to tape by DVgate software.  
To avoid interruption of capture sessions, you should disable the screen  
saver.  
The drop frame compensation feature does not provide accurate  
compensation adjustments for tapes recorded in LP mode.  
For tapes that include a mixture of both SP and LP mode, the information  
displayed by the capture progress indicator may not be accurate.  
Make sure the video head of your digital video device is properly cleaned.  
Anomalies that you see in captured data could be due to dust or other  
particles on the video head.  
The last frame captured is one frame before your selected [OUT] point. The  
frame you see immediately after clicking the [OUT] button is not captured.  
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Using DVgate to record AVI files to tape  
Do not use DVgate software when the connected digital video device is in  
Timer Recording mode, as this could produce a malfunction in the device.  
You can record only AVI files. MPEG files cannot be recorded.  
To avoid recording problems, such as a single frame appearing in multiple  
frames, close other applications on your system while recording.  
You cannot use different audio modes on the same tape. If you have AVI files  
that use different audio modes, they cannot be recorded at the same time, but  
must be recorded separately.  
Do not attempt to work with AVI files that are smaller than 4 MB.  
DVgate software does not support hard disk compression. Do not use disk  
compression if you are planning to work with DVgate.  
In order to maximize recording capabilities, video and audio data are not  
available while you are recording.  
If DVgate software indicates that frames have been dropped, close all open  
applications, or defragment your hard drive.  
DVgate plug-in for Adobe Premiere® software  
Your VAIO® Computer may not have Adobe Premiere software preinstalled. If  
you subsequently purchase and install this software on your computer, you must  
install a plug-in to ensure compatibility with DVgateversion 2.3.  
Installing the DVgate plug-in  
Install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere® 5.1 and 5.1LE by following these steps:  
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Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Run.  
Click Browse to navigate to your C: drive.  
Select Program Files > Sony > Dvgate > Premiere Plug-in > 5.1.  
Select Setup.exe and click OK. The installation wizard dialog box appears.  
Follow the on-screen instructions to install the plug-in.  
To install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere® 6.0, proceed as follows:  
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2
3
4
Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Run.  
Click Browse to navigate to your C: drive.  
Select Program Files > Sony > Dvgate > Premiere Plug-in > 6.0.  
Select Setup.exeand click OK. The installation wizard dialog box appears.  
Follow the on-screen instructions to install the plug-in.  
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Configuring your  
VAIO® Computer  
Hard Disk Drive Partition  
In order to improve the performance of the DVgatesoftware, the hard disk  
drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The  
DVgatesoftware saves files to the D partition. This prevents large video  
captures from consuming the available space on your C partition. To maintain  
optimum DVgateperformance, you should defragment your D partition  
regularly.  
Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive  
If you encounter frame dropping while recording digital video onto your hard  
disk drive, defragmentation may be necessary.  
To defragment your hard disk drive  
1
2
Deactivate your screen saver, if applicable.  
From the Start menu, point to Programs, point to Accessories, point to  
System Tools, and then click on Disk Defragmenter.  
3
Run Disk Defragmenter.  
It may take more than a couple of hours to complete defragmentation, depending on  
the data capacity and utilization of your computers hard disk drive(s).  
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i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility  
Your VAIO computer includes a 4-pin i.LINK port on the front of the system and  
a 6-pin i.LINK port on the back of the system.  
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an  
IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software  
applications, operating system and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an  
i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.  
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for  
information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting  
i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk  
Drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.  
A 6-pin i.LINK port can:  
supply power from the computer to the connected device if the device is  
equipped with a 6-pin connector, and  
supply 10V to 12V.  
The total power supplied by the 6-pin i.LINK port cannot exceed 6 watts.  
A 4-pin i.LINK port cannot supply power to a connected device.  
The following Sony i.LINK 400 Mbps cables are available and recommended for  
use with your computer: VMC-IL4415, VMC-IL4435, VMC-IL4615,  
VMC-IL4635, VMC-IL6615, and VMC-IL6635. Sony computer supplies,  
accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from your local retailer or by  
calling 1-888-315-7669 (toll free).  
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To connect an i.LINK (IEEE1394) device  
Use the symbol to locate the i.LINK port. Plug the i.LINK cable connector into  
this port.  
Connecting an i.LINK device  
Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition uses an i.LINK communication standard  
that is not compatible with the Sony VX1000 camcorder. See the manual that came  
with your i.LINK-equipped device for more information on installation and use.  
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Enabling Ethernet  
Your computer comes with a preinstalled Ethernet interface. To enable faster  
startup, your computer may ship with this function disabled. You can enable  
Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below.  
To enable the Ethernet connection  
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2
3
4
Click on My Computer icon on the desktop.  
Click on Control Panel, and then click on System.  
Click the Device Manager tab.  
Click on the Network Adapters category, and then select "Realtek RTL8139  
Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC."  
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Click the Properties button.  
Remove the checkmark from the option "Disable in this hardware profile."  
Click OK.  
Close the Control Panel window.  
Warning: Your computer has a protective sticker  
covering the Ethernet  
port located on the rear panel. Connect only 10Base-T and 100Base-TX cables  
to the Ethernet port. Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an  
electric current overload and can cause a malfunction, excessive heat or fire  
in the port. For help on connecting to a network, see your network  
administrator.  
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System, Application and  
Driver Recovery CD(s)  
System Recovery CD(s)  
Sony Electronics  
The System Recovery CD program allows you to restore the software titles that shipped  
with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can be used only to restore  
the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased.  
Application Recovery CD(s)  
Sony Electronics  
The Application Recovery CD program allows you to reinstall individual applications.  
Use it to restore corrupted or erased files.  
Driver Recovery CD  
Sony Electronics  
The Driver Recovery CD program allows you to reinstall individual device drivers. Use it  
to restore corrupted or erased files.  
Using the System Recovery CD(s)  
You can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if they become  
corrupted or are erased. You may not need to recover the entire contents of your  
hard drive. If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling a  
software title may correct the problem.  
Use the Application Recovery CD program to reinstall individual applications.  
Full Restore with Format  
The System Recovery utility formats your hard disk drive and then restores all  
the original software.  
You will lose any software you have installed and any other files you have  
created since you started to use your computer. You must reinstall any  
applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it.  
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To use the System Recovery CD(s)  
You need to complete the Windows registration process when you use the System  
Recovery CD(s).  
1
Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive.  
The System Recovery utility boots from the DVD-ROM drive. It must be in the drive  
when you turn on the computer.  
2
Shut down your computer.  
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4
Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer.  
Type the letter Oto signify you have read and accepted the Microsoft End-  
User License Agreement.  
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When the System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions  
to complete the recovery process.  
Your system may include one or more System Recovery CDs. If you have more than  
one System Recovery CD, insert the first CD to run the System Recovery program.  
You are prompted to insert the next CD(s) once the information from the first CD has  
been installed.  
The recovery process takes 30 to 60 minutes to complete.  
After recovering your system using the System Recovery CD(s), you may be prompted  
to insert your Application Recovery CD(s) after restarting Windows. Use the  
Application Recovery CD(s) to complete the full recovery of your system.  
Using the Application Recovery CD(s)  
The Application Recovery CD utility allows you to reinstall individual  
applications if they become corrupted or are erased. Reinstalling an individual  
software title may correct a problem that you are experiencing with your  
computer or software application. You may not need to reinstall the entire  
contents of your hard drive.  
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If you need to reinstall all the software titles that shipped with your computer, use the  
System Recovery CD(s).  
You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility. If you have  
any questions on using the Application Recovery CD(s), contact Sony Customer  
Support.  
To use the Application Recovery CD(s)  
1
2
3
Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all  
applications.  
When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Application Recovery CD in  
the DVD-ROM drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically.  
When the Application Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen  
instructions to complete the recovery process.  
Your system may include one or more Application Recovery CDs. If you have more  
than one Application Recovery CD, insert the first CD to run the Application Recovery  
utility. You may be prompted to insert the next CD(s), depending on the application  
you wish to restore.  
Using the Driver Recovery CD  
The Driver Recovery CD utility allows you to reinstall individual drivers and  
repair software applications if they become corrupted or are erased. You can  
reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with  
your computer, hardware, or software application. VAIO Support Agent, an  
application repair utility, uses a vault feature on the Driver Recovery CD during  
its software healing process.  
A list of software titles that are protected by VAIO Support Agent can be located in the  
section, Software Applications protected by VAIO Support AgentIf you need to  
reinstall all of the software titles that shipped with your computer, use the System  
Recovery CD  
You must be in Windows to run the Driver Recovery CD utility.  
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To reinstall drivers with the Driver Recovery CD  
1
Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all  
applications.  
2
When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD in the  
DVD-ROM drive. Go to My Computer or Windows Explorer to view the  
contents of the Driver Recovery CD. Select the appropriate driver.  
To repair software applications using VAIO Support Agent  
The Driver Recovery CD utility has an information vault that contains the  
original characteristics for the preinstalled software applications that are  
protected by VAIO Support Agent. See Using the VAIO Support Agentfor  
instructions on how to fix your software problems.  
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VAIO Support Agent  
VAIO Support Agent helps you repair your own software problems without the  
assistance of a support analyst. VAIO Support Agent's advanced diagnostic  
technology identifies and tracks characteristics of your software applications,  
Internet configuration, and operating system components. These diagnostics  
protect and store information in a retrievable format that allows you to restore  
your software to a previous working state. The software and operating system  
items you can fix are those identified by Sony as protected by VAIO Support  
Agent.  
VAIO Support Agent has three features to help you fix your software problems:  
Quick Fix Wizard, Common Solutions, and Support Central. This section briefly  
describes these three features.  
VAIO Support Agent main window  
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Using the Quick Fix Wizard  
The Quick Fix Wizard automatically checks your system when a problem occurs  
and works to bring your software back to a previous working state.  
1
2
3
From the VAIO Support Agent main window, click the Quick Fix Wizard  
button.  
When the Welcome window appears, click Next. The Quick Fix Wizard:  
Begin VAIO Support Agent Diagnosticsdialog box appears.  
If you know which software is causing the problem, select the Diagnose  
and fix my softwareoption and select the items you want VAIO Support  
Agent to examine.  
Quick Fix Wizard: Begin VAIO Support Agent Diagnostics dialog box  
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Click Next to continue. Follow the instructions on the screen.  
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Using Common Solutions  
Common Solutions offers automated, One-Click Fixes to repair common  
software problems. These solutions can integrate information such as knowledge  
base articles and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). You can run One-Click  
Fixes directly from VAIO Support Agent or from a Web browser.  
1
Click the Common Solutions button. The Common Solutions dialog box  
appears.  
Common Solutions dialog box  
2
Click the resize arrows next to the SupportAction categories to expand or  
collapse the categories.  
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4
Select the appropriate SupportAction from the list.  
Click Run or double-click the desired SupportAction.  
You cannot undo One-Click Fixes.  
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Automatic Updates  
The VAIO Support Agent utility remains active, running continuously in your  
systems background. Every 24 hours, the Agent contacts the Sony Support  
Server to check for new updates or fixes needed for your system. This updating  
action only occurs while you are connected to the Internet and when more than  
24 hours has passed since the last update.  
Every time VAIO Support Agent updates, the Agent Status Update dialog box  
appears and asks you to respond.  
Agent Status Update  
You can choose from four response options:  
Give the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for any  
updates or fixes that are available specifically for your computer. The Agent  
continues to prompt you for your permission to retrieve updates.  
Give the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for any  
updates or fixes that are available specifically for your computer. The Agent  
automatically retrieves updates without further prompting.  
Deny the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for any  
updates or fixes. The Agent discontinues any update retrieval and does not  
prompt again for your permission to update.  
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Deny the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for the  
current update or fix. The Agent discontinues the current update retrieval but  
prompts again for your permission to retrieve the next scheduled update.  
Once you have given permission to update, the Agent contacts the Sony Support  
Server. The ambulance icon on your task tray blinks when the Agent finds an  
update or fix. Click on the ambulance icon  
to view the update  
You can control the VAIO Support Agent automatic update feature.  
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2
From the VAIO Support Agent main screen, select Tools and then select  
Properties. The VAIO Support Agent Properties dialog box appears.  
Choose one of three options to customize the automatic update feature.  
VAIO Support Agent Properties  
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Using Support Central  
The Support Central feature uses Internet resources to help you fix your software.  
Support Central searches the Internet for answers to your questions, additional  
information from knowledge base systems, and the latest software updates for  
your protected software. Support Central also lets you contact live support agents  
for additional help.  
1
2
Connect to the Internet.  
From the VAIO Support Agent main window, click Support Central. The  
Support Central Welcome page appears.  
You must have Internet access to use Support Central.  
Support Central: Welcome dialog box  
3
The Welcome page displays the available security levels for the current  
Support Central session. Select the desired security option, and then click  
Enter Portal. First-time users will be asked to register with Support Central.  
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Support Central retains your registration information, so you are only required to  
register once. If you log on to your computer with a different user name or have  
recovered your system using the System Recovery CDs, Support Central may require  
you to register again.  
Support Central: Registration window  
Support Central has a tracking feature that stores the issues you are currently  
working on.  
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Support Central: Current Issues  
When you log on to Support Central, a Current Issues page displays, allowing  
you to continue working on your open issues or to close them if you are finished.  
If you log on to Support Central with a new issue, or if you do not have any open  
issues, the Support Wizard appears. You can begin searching on the new issue.  
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Support Central: Support Wizard  
For more information about using VAIO Support Agent, see the online Help.  
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Software Applications protected by  
VAIO Support Agent  
In addition to the software listed below, your modem settings are protected by the  
VAIO Support Agent utility.  
Utilities  
VAIO Action Setup  
Applications  
DVgate™  
PictureGear™  
MovieShaker™  
DVD Express  
Media Bar DVD Player  
OpenMGJukebox  
Direct CD™  
Easy CD Creator™  
The VAIO Support Agent utility may ask you to use the Driver Recovery CD during the  
healing process.  
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Troubleshooting  
Topics  
Topic: My computer does not start.  
Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned  
on. Check that the power light is lit on the front panel of the computer.  
Confirm that a diskette is not in the diskette drive (unless you are using a  
bootable diskette).  
Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly.  
If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power  
Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working.  
Check that the display is plugged into a power source and turned on. Check  
that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. See the  
manual that came with your display for details.  
Check that the computer is not in standby mode.  
Topic: My files are corrupted or deleted. I want to recover applications that  
came with my computer.  
See Using the Application Recovery CD(s)in this manual.  
Topic: My drivers are corrupted or deleted. I want to recover drivers that came  
with my computer.  
See Using the Driver Recovery CDin this manual.  
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Topic: My computer or software program stopped responding.  
1
2
Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to close the application that has stopped responding.  
In the Close Program dialog box, scroll down until you locate the message  
Not respondingnext to an application.  
3
Select this application and click End Task. Windows attempts to close the  
application. If the attempt is unsuccessful, a second dialog box appears.  
4
Select End Task again.  
If you are unable to unlockthe application, repeat the above steps but  
select Shut Down when the Close Program dialog box appears.  
If the above steps fail to unlockyour computer, try the following steps:  
1
2
3
4
Save any unsaved work, if possible.  
Press Alt+F4.  
Select Restart.  
Click OK.  
If you cannot restart as described in the preceding steps, you can restart the  
computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete or by pressing the power switch for  
more than six seconds.  
Pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete twice consecutively may result in the loss of changes made  
to files that are currently open.  
Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support.  
See the contact information in this manual.  
Topic: Why does Windows® operating system stop responding during  
shutdown?  
The Windows® operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons,  
including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive  
hardware. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help.  
1
2
From the Start menu, select Help. Microsoft Help and Support appears.  
Click on Troubleshooting and navigate to the subject(s) for which you want  
information.  
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When you find the appropriate information, close the Help and Support.  
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Topic: How do I change the parallel port type to ECP, EPP, or bi-directional?  
You can change the parallel port type using the System Setup utility (CMOS  
Setup Utility). To access System Setup:  
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From the Start menu, select Shut Down. From the drop-down list, select  
Restart.  
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3
4
5
When the Sony screen displays, press the F2 key on your keyboard.  
Select the Advanced tab from the Setup Utility screen.  
Select I/O Device Configurationand press Enter.  
Use the arrow keys to highlight Parallel Port Mode and press Enter.  
You can toggle between the Normal (bi-directional), EPP, ECP, and ECP+EPP options  
using the directional arrow keys.  
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Select the desired setting displays, press Enter.  
Press F10 to Save and Exit.  
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Topic: My DVD-ROM or CD-RW drive tray does not open.  
Use the eject button  
1
2
Make sure the computer is turned on.  
Press the Eject button on the drive.  
Use the My Computer icon  
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2
3
Click My Computer on the Windows® desktop.  
Right-click the DVD-ROM or CD-RW drive icon.  
Select the Eject option from the shortcut menu.  
Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD media. Adhesive labels may come off  
while the CD media is in use in your optical drive(s) and may cause damage to the  
unit.  
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Topic: I cannot play a CD.  
After inserting your CD, wait a few seconds for it to be detected before  
trying to access it.  
Verify that the disc is in the tray with the label side facing up.  
Install your CD/DVD software according to the manufacturers instructions.  
If your drive reads some CDs, but not others, check the shiny side of the disc  
for dirt or scratches. You may also need to clean the disc drive lens with an  
appropriate cleaner.  
To recover CD/DVD software applications that are preinstalled on your computer, see  
Using the Application Recovery CD(s)in this manual.  
Topic: I cannot play a DVD.  
If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player, it  
could be that the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the  
DVD-ROM drive in your VAIO Digital StudioComputer. The region code  
is listed on the discs packaging. Region code indicators such as 1or  
ALLare labeled on some DVDs to indicate what type of player can play  
the disc. Unless a 1or ALLappears on the DVD or on the packaging,  
you cannot play the disc on this computer.  
If you hear audio but cannot see video, your computers video resolution  
may be set too high. For best results, change the screen area to 800 x 600  
using 16-bit color and lower refresh rate (75Hz). To change this setting:  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Click the My Computer icon on your desktop.  
Click Control Panel.  
Click Display.  
Click the Settings tab.  
Change the screen area and color.  
Click OK.  
If you see video but cannot hear audio, check all of the following:  
1
2
3
Make sure your DVD players mute setting is off.  
Check the master volume setting in the audio Mixer.  
Check the volume settings on your computer speakers.  
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Check the connections between your speakers and the computer.  
Go to Windows® System Properties to verify that the drivers are  
installed properly, by following these steps  
a. From the Start menu, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.  
b. Click Systems and the System Properties dialog box appears.  
c. Select the Device Manager tab to view the installed drivers.  
A dirty or damaged disc may cause the computer to stop responding while it  
tries to read the disc. If necessary, remove the disc and check that it is not  
dirty or damaged.  
Topic: When I click an application icon, the message You must insert the  
application CD into your driveappears and the software does not start.  
Some titles require specific files that are located on the applications CD-  
ROM. Insert the disc and try starting the program again.  
Check to make sure you inserted the CD-ROM with the label side facing up.  
Topic: Why doesn't my CD-RW drive record at the highest speed?  
You must use 8x CD-RW or 12x CD-R media to achieve optimum performance.  
If you must use other media and are having difficulty formatting non-8x CD-RW  
media, change the write speed from 8x to a lower setting. To change the write  
speed from the default to a lower speed:  
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From the Start menu, select Programs, select Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4  
and then click Create CD.  
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3
Click Audio and then click Audio CD.  
From the Tools menu, click CD Drive Properties. The CD Drive Properties  
dialog box appears.  
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5
From the Write Speed drop-down list, select a lower setting.  
Click Close.  
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Topic: How do I change the video resolution of my display?  
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2
3
4
From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.  
Click the Display icon and select the Settings tab.  
Move the Display area slider to change the resolution.  
Click OK.  
Topic: Why is there no sound in any application?  
There are independent controls for your system volume.  
Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack.  
If the speakers have a mute button, make sure it is off.  
If the speakers are powered by batteries, check that the batteries are inserted  
properly and that they are charged.  
If the speakers use an external power source, make sure that the power cord  
is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip.  
If the speakers have their own volume control, check the volume level.  
If the program you are using has its own volume control, check that the  
volume is turned up.  
Check the volume controls in the application, in the audio mixer, and in  
Windows. There is a volume control icon on the Windows® taskbar. Click  
the icon and slide the level bar up to increase the volume.  
Check that the Mute check box is not selected in the Windows volume  
control  
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If you connected headphones to the computer, you will not hear sound from  
the speakers.  
You may need to reinstall the sound drivers. See Using the Driver Recovery CDin  
this manual.  
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Topic: My modem connection is slow  
The computers modem uses Lucent 1648 technology/V.90. Many factors  
influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or  
compatibility with telephone equipment (such as fax machines or other modems).  
If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC-based modems,  
fax machines, or your Internet Service Provider, check the following:  
Have your phone company check that your phone line is free from any line  
noise.  
If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems with the fax  
machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems.  
For optimum performance, ensure you are calling an Internet Service  
Provider number that is V.90-compliant.  
If you are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider,  
check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems.  
If you have a second phone line available, try connecting the modem to this  
line.  
Topic: My modem does not work  
Check that the phone line is plugged into the LINE jack.  
Check that the phone line is working. You can check the line by plugging in  
an ordinary phone and listening for a dial tone.  
Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct.  
Verify that the software you are using is appropriately configured to  
recognize and interact with the Sony computer modem. Call the software  
publisher if you do not know how to configure the software to recognize the  
modem. All programs preinstalled by Sony are compatible.  
If your modem is not functioning properly, you can perform a simple  
diagnostic test to try and determine the cause.  
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2
3
Click the My Computer icon on your desktop.  
Click Control Panel.  
Click Modems.  
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5
6
Click the Diagnostics tab.  
Select COM3.  
Click More Info.  
If your modem is functioning, a More Info dialog box will display. If your  
modem is still not functioning properly, an error message will appear.  
You may need to reinstall the modem drivers. See Using the Driver Recovery CDin  
this manual.  
Topic: How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-Tone dialing?  
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2
3
4
5
Click the My Computer icon on your desktop.  
Click Control Panel and then click Modems.  
Click Dialing Properties.  
Select the Tone dial or Pulse dial option next to Dial using.”  
Click OK.  
Topic: My microphone does not work.  
Check that the microphone is plugged into the MIC jack.  
Topic: My microphone is too sensitive to background noise.  
If you find there is too much background noise when you record sound, you  
should adjust the microphone gain by following these steps:  
1
Right-click the speaker icon (Volume) in the lower-right Windows® task  
tray.  
2
Click Open Volume Controls.  
The Volume Control screen appears.  
In the Options menu, select Properties.  
The Properties screen appears.  
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4
Change the setting for Adjust volume forfrom Playback to Recording,  
then click OK.  
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6
Decrease the microphone level.  
If available, click the Advanced button under Microphone Balance.  
The Advanced Controls for Microphone screen appears.  
Deselect the check box for 1 Microphone Boost, then click the Close button.  
Close the Recording Control window.  
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Topic: My mouse does not work.  
Check that the mouse is plugged into the MOUSE port.  
There may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism. To clean the mouse,  
follow these steps:  
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2
Turn off your computer and turn the mouse upside down.  
Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning  
clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball.  
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4
Turn the mouse upright, and drop the mouse ball into your hand.  
Using a piece of tape, remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and  
inside the mouse ball socket.  
5
Return the mouse ball to the socket, and replace the mouse ball cover.  
Secure the cover by turning the ring counter-clockwise.  
Close all applications and turn off your computer. Restart your computer.  
You may need to reinstall the mouse drivers. See Using the Driver Recovery CDin  
this manual.  
Topic: My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand use.  
1
2
Click the My Computer icon on your desktop.  
Click Control Panel and then click Mouse.  
The Mouse Properties dialog box appears.  
3
4
From the Buttons tab, select Left-Handed under the Button Configuration  
options.  
Click Apply and then click OK.  
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Topic: My keyboard does not work.  
Check that the keyboard is plugged into the KEYBOARD port.  
Close all applications and turn off your computer. Restart your computer.  
Topic: I cannot find the Windows® taskbar.  
The Windows taskbar may be hidden or minimized.  
Use the mouse to locate a hidden taskbar by pointing to the left, right, top,  
and bottom edges of the screen. The taskbar appears when the cursor is  
placed over its location.  
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2
Right-click on the taskbar and select Properties from the shortcut menu.  
Clear the checkbox for Autohide and then click OK.  
Use the mouse to locate a minimized taskbar by pointing to the left, right,  
top and bottom edges of the display screen. The taskbar has been located  
when the cursor changes into a double arrow cursor.  
Left-click and drag away from the edge of the display screen. The  
minimized taskbar resizes and becomes visible.  
Topic: Why is my system running slowly?  
The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications  
that are open and running. Close any applications that you are not currently  
using.  
Increasing the system memory may also help. The computer has two  
memory slots. For memory upgrades, use only 3.3V 64-bit PC-133 SDRAM  
DIMM modules. For information on installing memory, please see the online  
document Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer (PCV-  
RX450/PCV-RX460).  
Topic: My i.LINK® device does not appear on the desktop.  
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2
3
Turn off and disconnect your device.  
Reconnect your device.  
Turn on your device.  
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Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from  
a power saving mode.  
When this occurs, follow the procedures below to reset the printer connection:  
1
Right-click the My Computer icon on the desktop, and then select  
Properties.  
2
3
4
Click the Device Manager tab.  
Select Refresh, and then click OK.  
The printer should now function properly.  
Topic: How do I enable my Ethernet interface?  
1
2
3
4
Click My Computer on the desktop.  
Click on Control Panel, and then click on System.  
Click the Device Manager tab.  
Click on the Network Adapters category, and then select Realtek RTL8139  
Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC.”  
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6
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8
Click the Properties button.  
Remove the check mark from the option Disable in this hardware profile.”  
Click OK.  
Close the Control Panel window.  
Topic: How do I install a printer?  
If the printer has a USB connection, do not follow the steps below. Contact the  
manufacturer of your printer for updates or other information that will resolve the  
problem.  
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2
3
4
5
From the Start menu, select Settings and then select Printers.  
Click Add Printer.  
Click Next.  
Select Local Printer and click Next.  
Select the appropriate manufacturer and model and click Next.  
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If the printer is not included in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk  
with a Windows Me Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for  
the disk or CD and click OK.  
If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with the printer,  
choose a driver for a printer that the printer emulates (acts like). Refer to the manual  
that came with your printer for specific emulation information.  
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Select LPT1 and click Next.  
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Click Yes to have Windows-based programs use this as the default printer.  
Click Next.  
Click No and then click Finish.  
If prompted for a path to the windows files, use C:\Windows\Options\Cabs.  
TM  
Check the printer manufacturer's website for the latest drivers for Windows Me  
before proceeding. Some printers do not function properly without updated drivers for  
Windows Me.  
To Reach Sony  
For further assistance, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).  
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Notes on Use  
On the Power Source  
Your computer operates on 100120 V AC 50/60 Hz only.  
The total power draw of installed add-on cards must not exceed the  
specifications for the power supply. Do not overload the system by installing  
add-on cards that draw excessive current. The system is designed to provide  
2 amps (average) of 5 V power for each card in the system not to exceed a  
total of 10 amps. The total from +5 V current draw in a fully-loaded system  
(with all the add-on card slots filled) must not exceed 10 amps. If you add  
components to the system that draw current from the power supply, the  
maximum combined +3.3 V and +5 V output must not exceed 70 watts.  
Plug all the power cords for your computer and its peripheral equipment into  
the same AC supply line. AC derived from different supply lines may result  
in voltage differences that can cause unstable operation or unwanted weak  
currents at the time of connection.  
Do not share the AC outlet with any other power-consuming equipment,  
such as copying machines or shredders.  
You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents  
damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that  
may occur during an electrical storm.  
If you live in an area that experiences frequent power fluctuations, you may  
want to purchase an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS). This device  
contains both a surge protector and a battery backup. The surge protector  
prevents damage to your computer caused by power surges. The battery  
backup safeguards your data during a brief period of power loss.  
The power control button on the front panel does not turn off the system AC  
power. To remove power from the system, you must shut down the computer  
as described in the User Guide and then unplug the AC power cord from the  
wall outlet or power strip.  
Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.  
Do not operate the system with the cover removed. Always reinstall the  
cover before turning on the system.  
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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.  
Before touching anything inside the computer, turn the system off and let it  
cool for ten minutes. This will ensure that the processor heat sink will not be  
hot.  
Do not attempt to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts  
in the power supply. To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment,  
refer the repair or replacement of the power supply to qualified personnel  
only.  
On Disposal of the Lithium Battery  
Dispose of the lithium battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of lithium  
batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. You can return your  
unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory  
Service Center. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONY-PC  
(1-888-476-6972).  
Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries.  
The lithium battery may explode if mistreated. Do not disassemble it or  
dispose of it in fire.  
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery. Using a type of  
battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion.  
On Handling the Computer System  
Do not place your Sony computer in a location subject to:  
Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts  
Direct sunlight  
Excessive dust  
Mechanical vibration or shock  
Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded  
Ambient temperature of more than 95ºF (35ºC) or less than 50ºF (10ºC)  
High humidity, moisture, or rain  
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Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The computers  
electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction.  
Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not  
place your computer on loose surfaces (such as rugs or blankets) or near  
materials (such as curtains or draperies) that may block its ventilation slots.  
Leave a space of at least 8 inches from the back panel of your computer.  
Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with  
a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring  
powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as it may damage the finish of  
your Sony computer.  
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, keyboard, or mouse,  
shut down your computer and then unplug it. You may want to have the  
computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.  
The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference  
to radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relocate the computer a suitable  
distance away from the set.  
Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise,  
problems may result.  
Do not use cut or damaged connection cables.  
Always switch the power off before connecting your computer to peripheral  
equipment; otherwise, damage may occur to the integrated circuits in your  
computer.  
Your computer, keyboard, and mouse consist of high-precision electronic  
parts. Do not drop them or bump them against other objects.  
Your Sony computer will not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a  
coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple phone lines or a  
private branch exchange (PBX).  
If the telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and  
determines that your computer is responsible for the problem, the telephone  
company may bill you for the service call. If you do not disconnect your  
computer when it is adversely affecting the telephone line, the telephone  
company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the  
problem.  
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On Moisture Condensation  
If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture  
may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an hour before  
turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer, and  
contact your Sony Service Center.  
On Upgrading the Computer System  
The procedures described in the online manual, Upgrading and Maintaining  
Your VAIO® Computer (PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460), 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.  
Disconnect the system from its power source and from any  
telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the system  
or follow any of the procedures described in the online manual, Upgrading  
and Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer (PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460). Failure  
to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage.  
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add-on cards, and  
other components. Follow the procedures described in the online manual,  
Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer (PCV-RX450/PCV-  
RX460), 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 (for example, cellophane wrappers). Ground yourself by  
maintaining continuous contact with an unpainted metal portion of the  
chassis while performing the procedure.  
When removing a slot cover, be careful not to damage components on the  
system board or add-on cards. You may need to temporarily remove add-on  
cards that are next to the slot cover you want to remove.  
On Handling a CRT Display  
Do not change the CRT display refresh rate to 85 Hz, as DVD playback and  
the DVgate software may not function correctly. Sony suggests that you keep  
your CRT display at the preset, optimal refresh rate (75 Hz).  
Do not place the display near a strong magnetic force.  
Do not block the ventilation slots on the display.  
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Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual  
image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer returns to  
normal temperature, the screen returns to normal.  
A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed  
for a lengthy period of time. The image disappears after a period of time.  
You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images.  
The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not  
indicate a malfunction.  
On Using the Hard Disk Drive  
Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock.  
Do not move the computer during operation.  
Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature.  
Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk  
drive.  
On Handling Diskettes  
Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette.  
Keep diskettes away from magnets.  
Keep diskettes away from direct sunlight and other heat sources.  
On Handling CD or DVD Media  
Do not touch the surface of the disc.  
Do not drop or bend the disc.  
Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. The label may come off while  
the disc is in use in the optical drive and damage the drive.  
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On Cleaning CD or DVD Media  
Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper  
care of the disc is essential to maintain its 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.  
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For Answers to Your Software Questions  
Sony Service Center  
For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC  
(1-888-476-6972). This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original  
date of purchase.  
Acrobat® Reader, Adobe Photoshop® Elements (Adobe Systems, Inc.)  
Web site  
phone  
fax  
206-675-6126 (fee-based support)  
206-628-5737  
e-mail  
hours  
M - F, 6 AM - 5 PM PT  
America Online® (America Online, Inc.)  
Web site  
phone  
800-827-6364  
hours  
7 days a week, 24 hours a day  
CompuServe® 2000 (CompuServe Interactive Services)  
Web site  
phone  
800-848-8990  
hours  
M - F, 8 AM - 1 AM, Sat - Sun, 10 AM - 10 PM  
DirectCD, Easy CD Creator(Adaptec, Inc.)  
Web site  
phone  
408-945-8600  
hours  
M - F, 8AM - 5 PM PT  
EarthLinkNetworkTotal Access (EarthLink Network, Inc.)  
Web site  
phone  
e-mail  
hours  
800-395-8410  
7 days a week, 24 hours a day  
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Netscape Communicator® (Netscape Communications Corp.)  
Web site  
phone  
888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)*  
hours  
7 days a week, 24 hours a day  
* Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.  
Norton AntiVirus(Symantec Corp.)  
Web site  
phone  
800-927-3991; 900-646-0007*  
M - F, 6 AM - 5 PM PT  
hours  
* Support from 1-800-927-3991 is fee-based per incident. Support from 1-900-646-0007 is fee-based  
per minute. Online support is free of charge.  
PhotoPrinter2000 Pro (ArcSoft, Inc.)  
Web site  
phone  
e-mail  
hours  
510-440-9901  
M - F, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM PT  
Quicken® 2001 Basic (Intuit, Inc.)  
Web site  
phone  
900-555-4688  
hours  
7 days a week, 24 hours a day  
RealPlayer®, RealJukebox (RealNetworks, Inc.)  
Web site  
phone  
206-674-2680  
hours  
M - F, 8 AM - 6 PM PT / Sat. - Sun, 7:30 AM - 4 PM PT  
Sony Applications (Sony Electronics, Inc.)  
Web site  
phone  
888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)*  
7 days a week, 24 hours a day  
hours  
* Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.  
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Tomb Raider® Chronicles (Eidos Interactive)  
Web site  
phone  
415-547-1244  
hours  
M - F, 9 AM - 5PM PST  
Windows® Millennium Edition Operating System, Internet Explorer,  
Outlook® Express, Word 2002 XP (Microsoft Corporation)  
Web site  
phone  
888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)*  
7 days a week, 24 hours a day  
hours  
* Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.  
WordPerfect® (Corel Corporation)  
Web site  
phone  
716-871-2325*  
hours  
M - F, 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM ET  
* Support from 1-716-871-2325 is fee-based. The on-line support is free of charge.  
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Resources  
Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have  
questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources  
for answers, in the following sequence:  
Contains information on how to set up your computer quickly  
and easily.  
QuickStart  
Contains safety and legal information about your computer.  
VAIO Computer  
Safety Information  
The User Guide is available electronically on your computers  
hard drive. Two additional guides, Upgrading and Maintaining  
Your VAIO® Computer (PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460) and the  
Troubleshooting Help are also available online. To access online  
documentation, click the Start button, point to Help Center, and  
then point to the desired document.  
Online (Electronic)  
Documentation  
Most manuals for preinstalled software are located on your  
hard disk drive as online help files. You can access online help  
files from the Help menu in a specific application. A printed  
manual is available for some applications.  
Manuals and online  
help files that may  
accompany your  
preinstalled software  
VAIO Support Agent can be accessed from the Windows  
desktop. Using advanced diagnostic technology, Sony's VAIO  
Support Agent runs scheduled protections of your applications,  
network settings, and other important software settings. When  
your software is protected, you can use VAIO Support Agent to  
repair software problems by restoring your software to any of  
the previously protected states.  
VAIO Support Agent  
Provides instant access to information on commonly  
encountered problems. Enter a description of your problem and  
the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding  
solutions online. You can access the Sony Knowledge Database  
Knowledge Database  
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This service provides you with answers to commonly asked  
questions. You can use this automated service to request a list  
of available topics and then select the topics that you want to  
receive. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call  
1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine  
or fax software.)  
You can download the latest software updates and software  
patches for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates  
on the Sony PC Support web page at  
Sony Fax-on-Demand  
Software Updates  
Provides detailed technical information about your computer's  
hardware. This document is available from Sony's website at  
VAIO System  
Reference Manual  
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Specifications  
(PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460)  
Model  
PCV-RX450  
PCV-RX460  
1 GHz* AMD Athlon™  
1.2 GHz* AMD Athlon™  
Processor  
40 GB, ATA-100  
C = 16 GB / D = 24 GB  
60 GB, ATA-100  
C = 16 GB / D = 44 GB  
Hard Disk Drive  
C / D Partition  
(Approximate)  
128 MB PC-133 SDRAM, expandable to 512 MB  
Shared with system memory (16 MB)  
Standard Memory  
Video RAM  
MPEG  
Sony TunedMPEG Digital Video supports full screen video  
playback  
SiS 730S graphics hardware accelerated  
SiS 730S hardware audio  
Graphics  
Sound Capabilities  
Diskette Drive  
CD-RW Drive  
3.51.44 MB FDD  
32X max. CD-ROM reading,‡  
12X max. CD-R writing,  
32X max. CD-R reading,  
8X max. CD-RW writing,  
20X max. CD-RW reading  
**  
16X max. DVD-ROM (40X max. CD-ROM)  
DVD-ROM Drive  
Modem  
Lucent 1648 technology/V.90 compatible data/fax modem (REN  
0.7)††  
Hard disk drive bay  
Expansion  
Capabilities  
USB ports (2)  
i.LINK (4-pin)port  
Connection  
Capabilities (Front)  
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Model  
PCV-RX450  
PCV-RX460  
USB port (1)  
PS/2® keyboard port  
Mouse Port  
Connection  
Capabilities (Rear)  
VGA monitor port  
Serial port  
Parallel (printer) port  
Headphones  
Line In  
Microphone  
i.LINK (6-pin) port  
Modem line jack(RJ-11)  
Phone line jack(RJ-11)  
10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet LAN jack (RJ-45)  
VAIO Smartkeyboard  
PS/2® wheel mouse  
Stereo speakers (PCVA-SP2) with AC adapter  
Power cord  
Supplied  
Accessories  
Modem cable  
90-day limited service. See Warranty Card.‡‡  
90-day parts/labor standard. See Warranty Card***  
Service  
‡‡  
.
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Limited Warranty  
Power Requirements  
Voltage  
200 watts maximum  
100-120 V~3A  
8.0(w) x 14.2(h) x 14.6(d)  
(203mm x 360mm x 371mm)  
Dimensions  
25.8lbs (11.7kg)  
Weight  
50ºF to 95ºF (+10ºC to 35ºC)  
Operating  
Temperature  
* GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application  
performance.  
GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary.  
The CD-RW/CD-R/CD-ROM data transfer standard 1X rate is 150 Kilobytes per second (KBps).  
Data on a CD-RW is read at a variable transfer rate, ranging from 8X at the innermost track to  
20X at the outermost track. The average data transfer rate is 14X (2100 KBps).  
Data on a CD-R/CD-ROM is read at a variable transfer rate, ranging from 13X at the innermost  
track to 32X at the outermost track. The average data transfer rate is 22.5X (4293 KBps).  
Data on a CD-RW/CD-R is written at a constant transfer rate of 2X, 4X, 8X (max for CD-RW),  
or 12X depending on the speed you select.  
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**The DVD-ROM data transfer standard 1X rate is 1350 kbytes/s.  
Data on a DVD-ROM is read at a variable transfer rate, ranging from 6.6X at the innermost track  
to 16X at the outermost track. The average data transfer rate is 11.3X (15255 KBps.)  
Data on a CD-RW is read at a variable transfer rate, ranging from 13X at the innermost track to  
32X at the outermost track. The average data transfer rate is 22.5X (3375 KBps).  
Data on a CD-R/CD-ROM is read at a variable transfer rate, ranging from 17.2X at the innermost  
track to 40X at the outermost track. The average data transfer rate is 28.6X (4293 KBps).  
Maximum speed for faxing is 14.4 kbytes/s. Your modem is capable of downloading at 56 kbytes/  
s using K56flex technology or V.90. Your phone service, online service, or Internet Service  
Provider, however, may not support this technology or operate at this speed.  
Certain restrictions apply  
***Certain restrictions apply  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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