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... THEREOF. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are trademarks or registered trademarks of your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 Serial Number 2 Sony Electronics Inc. Use of such software is a trademark of the software may require a fee and... written approval. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, VAIO Slimtop, Media Park, DVgate, Media Bar, Handycam, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, Movie Shaker, VisualFlow, PictureGear and i.LINK are subject to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO computer. Financial services ...
... THEREOF. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are trademarks or registered trademarks of your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 Serial Number 2 Sony Electronics Inc. Use of such software is a trademark of the software may require a fee and... written approval. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, VAIO Slimtop, Media Park, DVgate, Media Bar, Handycam, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, Movie Shaker, VisualFlow, PictureGear and i.LINK are subject to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO computer. Financial services ...
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...to determine the maximum REN for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada) Please refer to program this equipment should not exceed five (5.0). VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide The REN is used on public coin service provided... by the telephone company. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. But if advance notice...
...to determine the maximum REN for any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada) Please refer to program this equipment should not exceed five (5.0). VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide The REN is used on public coin service provided... by the telephone company. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. But if advance notice...
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Configuring your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer 41 Hard Drive Partition 41 Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive 41 i.LINK® (IEEE1394) Compatibility 42 Enabling Ethernet 44 System and Application Recovery CD(s 45 Using the System Recovery CD(s 45 Using the Application Recovery CD(s 47 Troubleshooting 49 Topics 49 Notes on Use 59 Resources 65 For Answers to Your Software Questions 67 Specifications PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 71 Index 73 10
VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Configuring your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer 41 Hard Drive Partition 41 Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive 41 i.LINK® (IEEE1394) Compatibility 42 Enabling Ethernet 44 System and Application Recovery CD(s 45 Using the System Recovery CD(s 45 Using the Application Recovery CD(s 47 Troubleshooting 49 Topics 49 Notes on Use 59 Resources 65 For Answers to Your Software Questions 67 Specifications PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 71 Index 73 10
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...palmrest or rest your hands on the left and back sides of the keyboard, mouse, and other equipment. ❑ Ventilation - Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use of the chair so your workspace: ❑ Stable work surface large enough to... slouching forward or leaning far backward. 11 Adjust the level of space on the table. Use the palmrest only briefly, for your Sony VAIO Slimtop™ LCD computer! Excessive use functionality. Sit in a relaxed, comfortable position. Sit with good back support and armrests. This User Guide contains information ...
...palmrest or rest your hands on the left and back sides of the keyboard, mouse, and other equipment. ❑ Ventilation - Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use of the chair so your workspace: ❑ Stable work surface large enough to... slouching forward or leaning far backward. 11 Adjust the level of space on the table. Use the palmrest only briefly, for your Sony VAIO Slimtop™ LCD computer! Excessive use functionality. Sit in a relaxed, comfortable position. Sit with good back support and armrests. This User Guide contains information ...
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... Panel Overview The front panel of Sony used only to designate that help reduce glare. It also includes Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports to 26 inches directly in the proper position. ❑ Lighting - VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ❑ Viewing angle ... fatigue by placing the display in front of you, with each other components. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer allows for your comfort and work effectiveness. You can also purchase accessories for access to your display that a product contains an IEEE1394...
... Panel Overview The front panel of Sony used only to designate that help reduce glare. It also includes Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports to 26 inches directly in the proper position. ❑ Lighting - VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ❑ Viewing angle ... fatigue by placing the display in front of you, with each other components. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer allows for your comfort and work effectiveness. You can also purchase accessories for access to your display that a product contains an IEEE1394...
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The indicator light is green while the power is on /off the computer and the display. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 5 CD-RW drive access indicator light Lights in standby mode. 7 Front panel cover A sliding panel that covers the PC card slot, Memory Stick slot, and connectors. 14 RW disc. 6 Power switch and indicator light Turns on and amber when the computer is in amber while reading and writing data from and to a CD-R or CD-
The indicator light is green while the power is on /off the computer and the display. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 5 CD-RW drive access indicator light Lights in standby mode. 7 Front panel cover A sliding panel that covers the PC card slot, Memory Stick slot, and connectors. 14 RW disc. 6 Power switch and indicator light Turns on and amber when the computer is in amber while reading and writing data from and to a CD-R or CD-
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer. The icons on the back panel help locate and identify the connectors on your computer contains the connectors for supplied and optional accessories. Locating Controls and Connectors Back Panel (PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800) MONITOR LINE NETWORK/USB i.LINK S400 PHONES LINE IN MIC PHONE LCD USB 1 AC Input connector Connects the supplied power cord. 2 T-Lever A handle that is used to remove the unit cover. 3 Monitor connector Connects a standard CRT display. 16
VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer. The icons on the back panel help locate and identify the connectors on your computer contains the connectors for supplied and optional accessories. Locating Controls and Connectors Back Panel (PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800) MONITOR LINE NETWORK/USB i.LINK S400 PHONES LINE IN MIC PHONE LCD USB 1 AC Input connector Connects the supplied power cord. 2 T-Lever A handle that is used to remove the unit cover. 3 Monitor connector Connects a standard CRT display. 16
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... the supplied modem cable to the wall jack. 12 Telephone cable jack Connects the phone cable to the computer. One USB is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that is supplied with this connector other . 17 All products with an i.LINK ...microphone(optional). 9 i.LINK® 6-pin connector (IEEE1394) Connects a compatible digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder. 10 LCD monitor (display) connector Connects the VAIO Slimtop™ LCD monitor to the computer. 13 Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector Connects a USB device. ✍ i.LINK is located on the...
... the supplied modem cable to the wall jack. 12 Telephone cable jack Connects the phone cable to the computer. One USB is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that is supplied with this connector other . 17 All products with an i.LINK ...microphone(optional). 9 i.LINK® 6-pin connector (IEEE1394) Connects a compatible digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder. 10 LCD monitor (display) connector Connects the VAIO Slimtop™ LCD monitor to the computer. 13 Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector Connects a USB device. ✍ i.LINK is located on the...
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... power is supplied with an LCD monitor. When the computer enters standby mode, this indicator light turns amber. 2 Information LED Light turns red to alert the user to activities, such as the arrival of the integrated speakers on . VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide LCD Overview Your VAIO Slimtop Computer is supplied with a XGA (1024 x 768).
... power is supplied with an LCD monitor. When the computer enters standby mode, this indicator light turns amber. 2 Information LED Light turns red to alert the user to activities, such as the arrival of the integrated speakers on . VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide LCD Overview Your VAIO Slimtop Computer is supplied with a XGA (1024 x 768).
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Starts Sony's PictureGear™. Starts VAIO Demo/Help. It is advisable to confirm in the table below. Starts .... 4 The Confirmation Application Name window appears showing you the application you have selected. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide The four Programmable Power Keys perform by default the functions listed in advance the amount of... time your computer's internal timer to launch certain applications automatically. ✍ Some software applications take longer than others ...
Starts Sony's PictureGear™. Starts VAIO Demo/Help. It is advisable to confirm in the table below. Starts .... 4 The Confirmation Application Name window appears showing you the application you have selected. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide The four Programmable Power Keys perform by default the functions listed in advance the amount of... time your computer's internal timer to launch certain applications automatically. ✍ Some software applications take longer than others ...
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... Setup also enables you have an Internet Service Provider with an Information LED when new mail arrives in your e-mail mailbox. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide The next time the device is connected and turned on to use the feature with Microsoft Outlook Express. ✍ The e-mail software... will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 6 To try another selection, click > and then click OK. 7 The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays. ✍ You may use with PPK must be set the Information LED to turn on when it has successfully completed the...
... Setup also enables you have an Internet Service Provider with an Information LED when new mail arrives in your e-mail mailbox. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide The next time the device is connected and turned on to use the feature with Microsoft Outlook Express. ✍ The e-mail software... will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 6 To try another selection, click > and then click OK. 7 The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays. ✍ You may use with PPK must be set the Information LED to turn on when it has successfully completed the...
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...protect data on Memory Stick media from accidental changes Memory Stick media contains a write-protect tab. When you use VAIO Action Setup to preset your computer automatically launches Windows® Explorer to allow you to automatically launch an application when you cannot delete, copy, or ...the un-LOCK position, you can use the Memory Stick media, your computer to view the contents of the media. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Using the Memory Stick® Media Your VAIO Slimtop™ computer is designed to information recorded on the Memory Stick media. Inserting the...
...protect data on Memory Stick media from accidental changes Memory Stick media contains a write-protect tab. When you use VAIO Action Setup to preset your computer automatically launches Windows® Explorer to allow you to automatically launch an application when you cannot delete, copy, or ...the un-LOCK position, you can use the Memory Stick media, your computer to view the contents of the media. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Using the Memory Stick® Media Your VAIO Slimtop™ computer is designed to information recorded on the Memory Stick media. Inserting the...
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Click again on movie files to restore the view to show a normal view centered on the bottom of the window. Any associated application can be activated from here. 28 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 5 Resting your cursor on the right end of the main toolbar activates a secondary toolbar with more functions. 6 Click an image to show an enlarged view. 7 Movie files start playback when the view is enlarged, the Launch toolbar appears on the screen. ❑ Double-click an image to normal. ✍ While an image is enlarged.
Click again on movie files to restore the view to show a normal view centered on the bottom of the window. Any associated application can be activated from here. 28 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 5 Resting your cursor on the right end of the main toolbar activates a secondary toolbar with more functions. 6 Click an image to show an enlarged view. 7 Movie files start playback when the view is enlarged, the Launch toolbar appears on the screen. ❑ Double-click an image to normal. ✍ While an image is enlarged.
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... incorrectly, the system may not work correctly. 1 From the Start menu, point to Settings, and then point to pull the eject button out from the computer before carefully reinserting the card into the slot. To close the front panel when the eject button is protruding, fold the button down or backwards... inserted correctly, the eject button pops out. You may safely remove this device" appears, click OK. 5 Push the PC card eject button on using it. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ✍ When the card is not being inserted upside-down onto the...
... incorrectly, the system may not work correctly. 1 From the Start menu, point to Settings, and then point to pull the eject button out from the computer before carefully reinserting the card into the slot. To close the front panel when the eject button is protruding, fold the button down or backwards... inserted correctly, the eject button pops out. You may safely remove this device" appears, click OK. 5 Push the PC card eject button on using it. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ✍ When the card is not being inserted upside-down onto the...
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...without any knowledge of film editing. The file is added to the Clip tray. ✍ Importing files over 75 seconds in a format most computers can play. Main Window Clip tray Working Panel Editing trays Help Product tray Trash Importing Images and Sound Clips 1 Click . 2 Find the...add. 3 Select the file. 4 Click Open. Shaker randomly select clips from the Clip tray to create a 30-second scene. 34 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Movie Shaker This application can be combined with special effects, still images (pictures), and music files and then saved in length ...
...without any knowledge of film editing. The file is added to the Clip tray. ✍ Importing files over 75 seconds in a format most computers can play. Main Window Clip tray Working Panel Editing trays Help Product tray Trash Importing Images and Sound Clips 1 Click . 2 Find the...add. 3 Select the file. 4 Click Open. Shaker randomly select clips from the Clip tray to create a 30-second scene. 34 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Movie Shaker This application can be combined with special effects, still images (pictures), and music files and then saved in length ...
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... tray to the Effects palette on the Working Panel. ✍ To preview an Effect, click on adjusting effect duration and replaying clips/scenes. 36 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Editing Clips and Scenes You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the...
... tray to the Effects palette on the Working Panel. ✍ To preview an Effect, click on adjusting effect duration and replaying clips/scenes. 36 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Editing Clips and Scenes You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the...
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.... 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; VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Creating a Photo Album 1 Select the pictures you want to use to make an album. 2 From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker. 3 Choose...
.... 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; VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Creating a Photo Album 1 Select the pictures you want to use to make an album. 2 From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker. 3 Choose...
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide When recording AVI files to tape ❑ Do not use DVgate when the connected digital video device is in Timer Recording mode, as a ...
VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide When recording AVI files to tape ❑ Do not use DVgate when the connected digital video device is in Timer Recording mode, as a ...
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... encounter frame dropping while recording digital video onto your C partition. Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive If you should defragment your computers hard disk drive(s). 41 This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your hard disk drive, defragmentation...and utilization of the DVgate software, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The DVgate software saves files to the D partition. Configuring your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer Hard Drive Partition In order to improve the performance of your D ...
... encounter frame dropping while recording digital video onto your C partition. Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive If you should defragment your computers hard disk drive(s). 41 This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your hard disk drive, defragmentation...and utilization of the DVgate software, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The DVgate software saves files to the D partition. Configuring your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer Hard Drive Partition In order to improve the performance of your D ...
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... an i.LINK connector may not communicate with your local retailer or by contacting Sony VAIO® Direct Web site (http://vaio.sonystyle.com), or by the 6-pin i.LINK connector cannot exceed 6 watts. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide i.LINK® (IEEE1394) Compatibility Your VAIO computer includes a 4-pin i.LINK connector on the front of the system and a 6-pin...
... an i.LINK connector may not communicate with your local retailer or by contacting Sony VAIO® Direct Web site (http://vaio.sonystyle.com), or by the 6-pin i.LINK connector cannot exceed 6 watts. VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide i.LINK® (IEEE1394) Compatibility Your VAIO computer includes a 4-pin i.LINK connector on the front of the system and a 6-pin...