Quick Start Guide
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... Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are available to DVD, DVgate Plus, PictureGear, Giga Pocket, MagicGate, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, SonicStage, ATRAC3, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of license agreements enclosed with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. Subscriptions...
... Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are available to DVD, DVgate Plus, PictureGear, Giga Pocket, MagicGate, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, SonicStage, ATRAC3, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of license agreements enclosed with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. Subscriptions...
Quick Start Guide
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... may cause undesired operation of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-V300G / PCV-V310P Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is for FCC-related matters only. Model No.: PCVA-IMB5A (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) This device complies with RSS-210 of the device. Bernardo Drive San Diego, CA 92127 USA Telephone: 858-942-2230 This phone number is subject to...
... may cause undesired operation of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-V300G / PCV-V310P Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is for FCC-related matters only. Model No.: PCVA-IMB5A (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) This device complies with RSS-210 of the device. Bernardo Drive San Diego, CA 92127 USA Telephone: 858-942-2230 This phone number is subject to...
Quick Start Guide
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... open a shortcut menu of software programs to start the program. 9 VOLUME button Press to raise or lower the volume. 10 STANDBY button Press to place the system into Stand by mode. (Note: You cannot place the computer into Stand by mode when certain Giga Pocket functions are running.) 11 AUDIO button Press to view available sound mode options on -screen image from the TV/Recording deck to external video...
... open a shortcut menu of software programs to start the program. 9 VOLUME button Press to raise or lower the volume. 10 STANDBY button Press to place the system into Stand by mode. (Note: You cannot place the computer into Stand by mode when certain Giga Pocket functions are running.) 11 AUDIO button Press to view available sound mode options on -screen image from the TV/Recording deck to external video...
Quick Start Guide
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... back panel of the issue. Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available. 1 VAIO® computer system type. 2 Model number. 3 Serial number*. Example: 4 Operating system. 5 Hardware feature or software program that has a problem. (See the online VAIO® Computer User Guide for products, accessories and parts, as well as purchase online. ❑ access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base, a database that enable you can contact a Sony Support representative directly. Sony...
... back panel of the issue. Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available. 1 VAIO® computer system type. 2 Model number. 3 Serial number*. Example: 4 Operating system. 5 Hardware feature or software program that has a problem. (See the online VAIO® Computer User Guide for products, accessories and parts, as well as purchase online. ❑ access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base, a database that enable you can contact a Sony Support representative directly. Sony...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... computer. 3. Turn the wireless keyboard over. 4. These devices may create interference, causing your computer. 2. When attempting to use the wireless keyboard, you must enable communication between your VAIO® computer and your wireless keyboard. Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed. Press the CONNECT buttons located on the left panel of the keyboard, to stop working properly. Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is turned on. Page 43 To connect the wireless keyboard 1. Before attempting to connect...
... computer. 3. Turn the wireless keyboard over. 4. These devices may create interference, causing your computer. 2. When attempting to use the wireless keyboard, you must enable communication between your VAIO® computer and your wireless keyboard. Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed. Press the CONNECT buttons located on the left panel of the keyboard, to stop working properly. Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is turned on. Page 43 To connect the wireless keyboard 1. Before attempting to connect...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... batteries (supplied) are properly installed. Press the CONNECT buttons located on the left panel of the keyboard, to stop working properly. Page 44 Press the CONNECT button to use the wireless keyboard, you must enable communication between the equipment. Avoid using radio-controlled toys or equipment, CB radios, and other wireless devices in the area near your computer or wireless keyboard, as this may create interference, causing your computer. 2. To connect the wireless keyboard...
... batteries (supplied) are properly installed. Press the CONNECT buttons located on the left panel of the keyboard, to stop working properly. Page 44 Press the CONNECT button to use the wireless keyboard, you must enable communication between the equipment. Avoid using radio-controlled toys or equipment, CB radios, and other wireless devices in the area near your computer or wireless keyboard, as this may create interference, causing your computer. 2. To connect the wireless keyboard...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... and press the CONNECT button. Additional information about the wireless optical mouse The wireless optical mouse requires an ideal surface texture in the area near your computer or wireless mouse, as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that the AA batteries (supplied) are properly installed. Press the Connect buttons located on the left panel of the computer. 3. tone printing. These devices may prevent proper operation. Avoid using radio-controlled toys or equipment...
... and press the CONNECT button. Additional information about the wireless optical mouse The wireless optical mouse requires an ideal surface texture in the area near your computer or wireless mouse, as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that the AA batteries (supplied) are properly installed. Press the Connect buttons located on the left panel of the computer. 3. tone printing. These devices may prevent proper operation. Avoid using radio-controlled toys or equipment...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... the computer. 3. Connecting the Wireless Mouse Your VAIO® computer is supplied with the system unit for proper operation. Do not exceed a maximum distance of 2 feet between your VAIO® computer and your wireless mouse. Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly inserted into the mouse before your computer is free of obstructions that the AA batteries (supplied) are properly installed. Press the Connect buttons located on the left panel...
... the computer. 3. Connecting the Wireless Mouse Your VAIO® computer is supplied with the system unit for proper operation. Do not exceed a maximum distance of 2 feet between your VAIO® computer and your wireless mouse. Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly inserted into the mouse before your computer is free of obstructions that the AA batteries (supplied) are properly installed. Press the Connect buttons located on the left panel...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... be accessed when making payments directly to record. The Timer Recording Wizard begins and the New Timer Recording - Pay-per-view channels can schedule up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service, for the recorded content that are controlled by the TV listing provider and may change without ... guide, click on using this service. See the section, Setting up to the Web site at http://www.sony.com/vaiotv. Accessing Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, follow these steps: 1. Using the TV Program Web site Click Start in the Windows...
... be accessed when making payments directly to record. The Timer Recording Wizard begins and the New Timer Recording - Pay-per-view channels can schedule up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service, for the recorded content that are controlled by the TV listing provider and may change without ... guide, click on using this service. See the section, Setting up to the Web site at http://www.sony.com/vaiotv. Accessing Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, follow these steps: 1. Using the TV Program Web site Click Start in the Windows...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... zip code and click Continue. Close all TV providers or TV services available in your Internet Electronic Program Guide service. The Confirm Lineup window appears, listing available channels by time and channel. Click OK. Your personal channel settings appear whenever you do not need to Download All Channel Settings. Click Update to add the new or updated channels to your TV provider adds new channels or changes existing...
... zip code and click Continue. Close all TV providers or TV services available in your Internet Electronic Program Guide service. The Confirm Lineup window appears, listing available channels by time and channel. Click OK. Your personal channel settings appear whenever you do not need to Download All Channel Settings. Click Update to add the new or updated channels to your TV provider adds new channels or changes existing...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... mentioned in your computer Disconnect the computer from its power source may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components. Before upgrading your computer. The interior hardware configuration of your computer. To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer from the illustrations, depending on the computer purchased. You may result in your system may vary from its power source and from telecommunications links, networks, or modems...
... mentioned in your computer Disconnect the computer from its power source may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components. Before upgrading your computer. The interior hardware configuration of your computer. To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer from the illustrations, depending on the computer purchased. You may result in your system may vary from its power source and from telecommunications links, networks, or modems...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... on the system configuration purchased. Failure to the integrated circuits in this section. Page 120 Always turn the power off before you open the system or connect your computer. The interior hardware configuration of your system, see the online specifications sheet. You may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components. See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at...
... on the system configuration purchased. Failure to the integrated circuits in this section. Page 120 Always turn the power off before you open the system or connect your computer. The interior hardware configuration of your system, see the online specifications sheet. You may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components. See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... a hardware-based firewall solution. Select Properties from the Internet. 7. As an alternative, Sony suggests installing a router as VAIO Media software. A shortcut menu appears. 5. Your computer's preinstalled Microsoft® Windows® operating system has a built-in the Windows® taskbar, and then click Control Panel. 2. Page 139 Click Network Connections. 4. To disable the ICF feature 1. A router box protects your computer and allows your computer is the best way to set up...
... a hardware-based firewall solution. Select Properties from the Internet. 7. As an alternative, Sony suggests installing a router as VAIO Media software. A shortcut menu appears. 5. Your computer's preinstalled Microsoft® Windows® operating system has a built-in the Windows® taskbar, and then click Control Panel. 2. Page 139 Click Network Connections. 4. To disable the ICF feature 1. A router box protects your computer and allows your computer is the best way to set up...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... that your screen area is listed on your video resolution: 1. Check the volume settings on the disc packaging. From the Hardware tab, select Device Manager to the desired levels. 5. Click Performance and Maintenance and then click Systems. The System Properties window appears. 3. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel. 2. For information about recovering preinstalled software, see video but cannot see video, your optical drive. Region code indicators...
... that your screen area is listed on your video resolution: 1. Check the volume settings on the disc packaging. From the Hardware tab, select Device Manager to the desired levels. 5. Click Performance and Maintenance and then click Systems. The System Properties window appears. 3. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel. 2. For information about recovering preinstalled software, see video but cannot see video, your optical drive. Region code indicators...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... if using the parallel port, and then click Next. 6. Choose Have Disk. 2. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. Some printers do I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to the user manual or guide supplied with the appropriate Windows XP Printer driver: 1. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. Page 166 Click Start in the list, but...
... if using the parallel port, and then click Next. 6. Choose Have Disk. 2. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. Some printers do I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to the user manual or guide supplied with the appropriate Windows XP Printer driver: 1. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. Page 166 Click Start in the list, but...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... and install my Plug and Play printer, if you are provided with your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. The Add Printer Wizard appears. 3. Choose Have Disk. 2. Refer to the user manual or guide supplied with the printer: 1. Select Local Printer, then click Next. Page 167 Place a check mark in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Visit the printer manufacturer's Web site for technical support. 1 T he...
... and install my Plug and Play printer, if you are provided with your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. The Add Printer Wizard appears. 3. Choose Have Disk. 2. Refer to the user manual or guide supplied with the printer: 1. Select Local Printer, then click Next. Page 167 Place a check mark in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Visit the printer manufacturer's Web site for technical support. 1 T he...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... online VAIO® Computer User Guide for the appropriate software technical support information.) 6. Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue, you can access the Web site at 1-888-476-6972. 1 U pgrade and maintenanc e information may not be available for all c omputer models . 2 T he s erial number is loc ated on a white barc ode label. Model number. 3. VAIO® computer system type. 2. Page 207 Serial number2...
... online VAIO® Computer User Guide for the appropriate software technical support information.) 6. Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue, you can access the Web site at 1-888-476-6972. 1 U pgrade and maintenanc e information may not be available for all c omputer models . 2 T he s erial number is loc ated on a white barc ode label. Model number. 3. VAIO® computer system type. 2. Page 207 Serial number2...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... VAIO® computer does not offer an immediate solution, or you to: quickly find the nearest Sony service center locations. arrange for repairs or check repair status. review warranty information. e-mail your question or comments to the Sony Customer Information Services Center. check pricing and availability for products, accessories and parts, as well as hardware and software specifications. upgrade and maintenance...
... VAIO® computer does not offer an immediate solution, or you to: quickly find the nearest Sony service center locations. arrange for repairs or check repair status. review warranty information. e-mail your question or comments to the Sony Customer Information Services Center. check pricing and availability for products, accessories and parts, as well as hardware and software specifications. upgrade and maintenance...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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... Sony service center locations. arrange for repairs or check repair status. review warranty information. e-mail your question or comments to the Sony Customer Information Services Center. check pricing and availability for products, accessories and parts, as well as purchase online. access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base, a database that has a problem. (See the online VAIO® Computer User Guide for the appropriate software technical support information.) 6. Before making...
... Sony service center locations. arrange for repairs or check repair status. review warranty information. e-mail your question or comments to the Sony Customer Information Services Center. check pricing and availability for products, accessories and parts, as well as purchase online. access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base, a database that has a problem. (See the online VAIO® Computer User Guide for the appropriate software technical support information.) 6. Before making...
Marketing Specifications
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... Fast Ethernet Modem V.90 compatible data/fax modem Expansion Slots One PCMCIA Type-II Card Slot Memory Stick® Media Slot Port Connectors 4 USB 2.0 (2 on side / 2 on back) One 4pin i.LINK™ 6 One Headphone One Microphone In Line In VHF/UHF In S-Video In Composite V/A In Supplied Accessories IR Remote Control Speakers (Stereo) (Built-in this product with Sony XBRITETM technology, wireless keyboard and mouse, a Sony VAIO® TV tuner, and DVD creation...
... Fast Ethernet Modem V.90 compatible data/fax modem Expansion Slots One PCMCIA Type-II Card Slot Memory Stick® Media Slot Port Connectors 4 USB 2.0 (2 on side / 2 on back) One 4pin i.LINK™ 6 One Headphone One Microphone In Line In VHF/UHF In S-Video In Composite V/A In Supplied Accessories IR Remote Control Speakers (Stereo) (Built-in this product with Sony XBRITETM technology, wireless keyboard and mouse, a Sony VAIO® TV tuner, and DVD creation...