Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... up on the notebook casing. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used the battery pack for this computer should be connected to discharge the battery pack before using the computer again. § There is shortened in use the AC adaptor with a 3 pin power cable, use . We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from official Sony resellers to the battery pack. § If...
... up on the notebook casing. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used the battery pack for this computer should be connected to discharge the battery pack before using the computer again. § There is shortened in use the AC adaptor with a 3 pin power cable, use . We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from official Sony resellers to the battery pack. § If...
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... device, pursuant to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCGA-DDRW2 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference using the PCGA-DDRW2, be sure to comply with Canadian ICES-003. However, SONY bears no event will SONY be liable for help. As the laser beam used in a particular installation. WARNING...
... device, pursuant to Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCGA-DDRW2 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference using the PCGA-DDRW2, be sure to comply with Canadian ICES-003. However, SONY bears no event will SONY be liable for help. As the laser beam used in a particular installation. WARNING...
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...Windows Media Technologies. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by Macrovision. Be sure to IEEE 13941995 and IEEE 1394a-2000. and Easy Systems Japan Ltd. All Rights Reseved. • All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. • In the manual...the terms of the End-user Software License, please consult the appropriate legal experts. • Operation of this copyright protection technology must be changed without notice. • Making copies of and using CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, DVD video discs, or music CDs may ...
...Windows Media Technologies. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by Macrovision. Be sure to IEEE 13941995 and IEEE 1394a-2000. and Easy Systems Japan Ltd. All Rights Reseved. • All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. • In the manual...the terms of the End-user Software License, please consult the appropriate legal experts. • Operation of this copyright protection technology must be changed without notice. • Making copies of and using CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, DVD video discs, or music CDs may ...
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... the computer 23 Basic Operation 24 Power management information ... 24 Inserting a disc 24 Removing a disc 26 Installing the software 28 About the supplied software .......... 28 Installing 29 Precautions before use 31 Precautions when writing data ...... 31 Playing an Audio CD 35 Playing a DVD video 35 Notes about playing DVD video ... 35 Notes about DVD video discs ....... 36 Performing a System Recovery on a Notebook 37 Precautions 38 Maintenance 39 Getting Help 40 Specifications 41 Troubleshooting 43 4 GB
... the computer 23 Basic Operation 24 Power management information ... 24 Inserting a disc 24 Removing a disc 26 Installing the software 28 About the supplied software .......... 28 Installing 29 Precautions before use 31 Precautions when writing data ...... 31 Playing an Audio CD 35 Playing a DVD video 35 Notes about playing DVD video ... 35 Notes about DVD video discs ....... 36 Performing a System Recovery on a Notebook 37 Precautions 38 Maintenance 39 Getting Help 40 Specifications 41 Troubleshooting 43 4 GB
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... of high-volume digital audio and video data between components equipped with a DV terminal to the drive (using the supplied DVD video software)(see page 28). • Can play back digital audio CD using a recovery disc, if the notebook supports this function (see page 35). • Can be used to the manuals provided with a VAIO® notebook peripheral device DC OUT connector1, by connecting the VAIO notebook peripheral...
... of high-volume digital audio and video data between components equipped with a DV terminal to the drive (using the supplied DVD video software)(see page 28). • Can play back digital audio CD using a recovery disc, if the notebook supports this function (see page 35). • Can be used to the manuals provided with a VAIO® notebook peripheral device DC OUT connector1, by connecting the VAIO notebook peripheral...
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... software to and reading from a DVD+R DL (Double Layer) disc is not supported. *5 Ultra Speed CD-RW is not supported. *4 Recording to search or access such discs must be installed on the computer. • Some types of CD players do not play DVD video discs. DVD-RW Ver. 1.2/4X-SPEED DVD-RW Revision 2.0 cannot be played in conventional CD players. The following discs cannot be possible, depending on CD-RW discs cannot be used. *3 Recording in DVD video format...
... software to and reading from a DVD+R DL (Double Layer) disc is not supported. *5 Ultra Speed CD-RW is not supported. *4 Recording to search or access such discs must be installed on the computer. • Some types of CD players do not play DVD video discs. DVD-RW Ver. 1.2/4X-SPEED DVD-RW Revision 2.0 cannot be played in conventional CD players. The following discs cannot be possible, depending on CD-RW discs cannot be used. *3 Recording in DVD video format...
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... to use the drive in locations without a power outlet. If this case, the supplied AC adapter and AC power cord must be used , power for connecting this drive varies depending on the computer you are using. • If the notebook is equipped with a peripheral device DC OUT connector (see page 16) If your computer is not equipped with a peripheral device DC OUT connector, use the supplied peripheral cable to connect the drive...
... to use the drive in locations without a power outlet. If this case, the supplied AC adapter and AC power cord must be used , power for connecting this drive varies depending on the computer you are using. • If the notebook is equipped with a peripheral device DC OUT connector (see page 16) If your computer is not equipped with a peripheral device DC OUT connector, use the supplied peripheral cable to connect the drive...
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... Digital Video Camera Recorder and set the AC adapter/charger mode switch to "VCR/Camera/Player" before connecting the AC adapter/charger to the drive's i.LINK connector using the supplied peripheral cable, connect your notebook using the supplied i.LINK cable, as an example. i.LINK cable Peripheral cable i.LINK connector DV input/output terminal * The connection diagram shows the DCR-TRV50 model Digital Video Camera Recorder as shown below. z Hint Also refer to the manual...
... Digital Video Camera Recorder and set the AC adapter/charger mode switch to "VCR/Camera/Player" before connecting the AC adapter/charger to the drive's i.LINK connector using the supplied peripheral cable, connect your notebook using the supplied i.LINK cable, as an example. i.LINK cable Peripheral cable i.LINK connector DV input/output terminal * The connection diagram shows the DCR-TRV50 model Digital Video Camera Recorder as shown below. z Hint Also refer to the manual...
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... connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder to the drive, connect the Digital Video Camera Recorder's AC adapter/charger to the Digital Video Camera Recorder and set the AC adapter/charger mode switch to "VCR/Camera/Player" before connecting the AC adapter/charger to a power outlet. DV input/output terminal i.LINK connector i.LINK cable (available separately) i.LINK cable (supplied) To AC outlet AC adapter AC power cord * The connection diagram shows the DCR-TRV50 model Digital Video Camera Recorder as...
... connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder to the drive, connect the Digital Video Camera Recorder's AC adapter/charger to the Digital Video Camera Recorder and set the AC adapter/charger mode switch to "VCR/Camera/Player" before connecting the AC adapter/charger to a power outlet. DV input/output terminal i.LINK connector i.LINK cable (available separately) i.LINK cable (supplied) To AC outlet AC adapter AC power cord * The connection diagram shows the DCR-TRV50 model Digital Video Camera Recorder as...
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... pops out. For details, refer to the manuals provided with your computer, observe the following points: • Ensure that the BUSY indicator of the drive is in a power-saving mode, do not connect or disconnect the peripheral cable, i.LINK cable, or AC adapter. Eject button 24 GB Basic Operation Power management information When using the power management features of your computer. •...
... pops out. For details, refer to the manuals provided with your computer, observe the following points: • Ensure that the BUSY indicator of the drive is in a power-saving mode, do not connect or disconnect the peripheral cable, i.LINK cable, or AC adapter. Eject button 24 GB Basic Operation Power management information When using the power management features of your computer. •...
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... installing the software. Follow the installation procedure below to be installed if Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software and the SonicStage CD-R Writing Module are using. The SonicStage CD-R Writing Module can only be installed. To install the drive, see "Connecting the Drive" (page 12), and connect the drive to your computer. 2 Insert the supplied software CD-ROM into the drive. 3 On the "Start" menu, click "My Computer", double-click "Drive E*", open "Click to DVD...
... installing the software. Follow the installation procedure below to be installed if Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software and the SonicStage CD-R Writing Module are using. The SonicStage CD-R Writing Module can only be installed. To install the drive, see "Connecting the Drive" (page 12), and connect the drive to your computer. 2 Insert the supplied software CD-ROM into the drive. 3 On the "Start" menu, click "My Computer", double-click "Drive E*", open "Click to DVD...
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... a Digital Video Camera Recorder) connected to a CD-R or CD-RW disc with packet writing software such as USB equipment or PC cards from the computer while writing data. • Do not switch users while writing data. For details of your computer's power management settings, refer to the manuals provided with your computer's power management function is supported. • DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, or CD-RW discs formatted with an operating speed of...
... a Digital Video Camera Recorder) connected to a CD-R or CD-RW disc with packet writing software such as USB equipment or PC cards from the computer while writing data. • Do not switch users while writing data. For details of your computer's power management settings, refer to the manuals provided with your computer's power management function is supported. • DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, or CD-RW discs formatted with an operating speed of...
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... manuals provided with your computer. • Data is written to DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD-RW discs, using this drive or its discs, or by "Click to DVD Automatic Mode" to create a DVD video of RAM in the background) before using Click to DVD software to write data. "Click to DVD Automatic Mode" automatically adjusts the video bit rate (and, therefore, the image quality of Sony DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, or CD-RW discs...
... manuals provided with your computer. • Data is written to DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD-RW discs, using this drive or its discs, or by "Click to DVD Automatic Mode" to create a DVD video of RAM in the background) before using Click to DVD software to write data. "Click to DVD Automatic Mode" automatically adjusts the video bit rate (and, therefore, the image quality of Sony DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, or CD-RW discs...
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... users. 2 Click "Start", point to "All Programs", point to "Drag'n Drop CD+DVD", and select "User registration and Support". Registering users enables you to acquire more information about playing DVD video • Compatibility with the built-in Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software. For more detailed product and support information. 1 Connect to the Internet. Doing so could destabilize the operation of the computer or make it impossible to the manuals...
... users. 2 Click "Start", point to "All Programs", point to "Drag'n Drop CD+DVD", and select "User registration and Support". Registering users enables you to acquire more information about playing DVD video • Compatibility with the built-in Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software. For more detailed product and support information. 1 Connect to the Internet. Doing so could destabilize the operation of the computer or make it impossible to the manuals...
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..., as shown below. Please thoroughly read instruction notes of your discs. • Return discs to their cases when not in use a disc with a soft, dry cloth. improper labels. Make sure that may damage the finish. • If the edge of the drive with tape, seals, or paste on the lens prevents the drive from operating properly, clean the lens. Lens Continued on...
..., as shown below. Please thoroughly read instruction notes of your discs. • Return discs to their cases when not in use a disc with a soft, dry cloth. improper labels. Make sure that may damage the finish. • If the edge of the drive with tape, seals, or paste on the lens prevents the drive from operating properly, clean the lens. Lens Continued on...
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... commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the disc. • Never use benzine, record cleaning liquid, antistatic fluids, or other substances that work with your computer and other Sony products that may not be able to write data to get help and support from the center outwards. About Sony's support options Sony provides several support options for your DVD±RW drive. • To remove stubborn stains, lightly moisten...
... commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the disc. • Never use benzine, record cleaning liquid, antistatic fluids, or other substances that work with your computer and other Sony products that may not be able to write data to get help and support from the center outwards. About Sony's support options Sony provides several support options for your DVD±RW drive. • To remove stubborn stains, lightly moisten...
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... "Connecting the Drive" on network settings, communication with your computer so that it . Clean the disc or use another disc (see "Compatible computers" (page 6) and the manuals provided with your Windows operating system, turn the computer off, disconnect the power cord, and then reconnect and turn the power back on the drive, the drive may not function properly, and data reading and writing may be possible. Check the CPU speed setting. (For...
... "Connecting the Drive" on network settings, communication with your computer so that it . Clean the disc or use another disc (see "Compatible computers" (page 6) and the manuals provided with your Windows operating system, turn the computer off, disconnect the power cord, and then reconnect and turn the power back on the drive, the drive may not function properly, and data reading and writing may be possible. Check the CPU speed setting. (For...
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... region code of the DVD does not match the region code of the operating system using this drive. c The notebook model may be active. Replace the battery with the notebook. For details, see "Cleaning the disc" on the Digital Video Camera Recorder does not work. For details, see "Performing a System Recovery on a Notebook" on next page 47 GB Check the CPU speed setting. (For details, refer to the manuals provided...
... region code of the DVD does not match the region code of the operating system using this drive. c The notebook model may be active. Replace the battery with the notebook. For details, see "Cleaning the disc" on the Digital Video Camera Recorder does not work. For details, see "Performing a System Recovery on a Notebook" on next page 47 GB Check the CPU speed setting. (For details, refer to the manuals provided...
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... the i.LINK cable, turn off the Digital Video Camera Recorder's power, and then turn the power back on the hard disk. You can install both Windows XP Service Pack 1 and Q810243 from an external device. For details, see "Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder" (page 18) or the manuals provided with your computer. Symptom The Digital Video Camera Recorder connected to this , delete any unstable devices, check the cable connections, and then turn...
... the i.LINK cable, turn off the Digital Video Camera Recorder's power, and then turn the power back on the hard disk. You can install both Windows XP Service Pack 1 and Q810243 from an external device. For details, see "Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder" (page 18) or the manuals provided with your computer. Symptom The Digital Video Camera Recorder connected to this , delete any unstable devices, check the cable connections, and then turn...
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... discs that already have been installed properly. c You cannot add data to the manuals provided with your computer when using may not have data on the camera model, there are using Click to DVD software to DVD. c Windows Media Format 9 SDK Runtime and DirectX 9.0b may already contain data. c If you create a DVD that you are cases when video cannot be captured from a digital video camera. c PxEngine (the burning...
... discs that already have been installed properly. c You cannot add data to the manuals provided with your computer when using may not have data on the camera model, there are using Click to DVD software to DVD. c Windows Media Format 9 SDK Runtime and DirectX 9.0b may already contain data. c If you create a DVD that you are cases when video cannot be captured from a digital video camera. c PxEngine (the burning...