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... panel of your computer. 2. Plug the USB optical mouse connector into the USB mouse port, located on an appropriate surface to provide precision pointing and tracking. Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning. Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- Page 14 tone printing. To connect a USB m ouse To use an optical mouse...
... panel of your computer. 2. Plug the USB optical mouse connector into the USB mouse port, located on an appropriate surface to provide precision pointing and tracking. Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning. Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- Page 14 tone printing. To connect a USB m ouse To use an optical mouse...
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... back panel of the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to the Video Out and Audio-OUT (L/R) jacks on your STB unit. Depending on the rear of your TV monitor or display. 3. To connect in STB m ode (Option 2) Page 26 Connect the other end to cable service access that uses a set -top box (STB) You can connect your computer. Connect one end of a stereo A/V dubbing cable with certain audio and video cables. Connect a second TV coaxial cable (optional...
... back panel of the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to the Video Out and Audio-OUT (L/R) jacks on your STB unit. Depending on the rear of your TV monitor or display. 3. To connect in STB m ode (Option 2) Page 26 Connect the other end to cable service access that uses a set -top box (STB) You can connect your computer. Connect one end of a stereo A/V dubbing cable with certain audio and video cables. Connect a second TV coaxial cable (optional...
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... The infrared receiver, located on the right panel of your remote control in order to set up additional equipment with an S-video cable 1. You can connect a VCR or camcorder, using the audio jacks and video ports. To connect with the Giga Pocket remote control. To connect with your computer. 2. Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with double RCA plugs at each end (optional) into the appropriate port on the right panel of your computer. 2. The infrared...
... The infrared receiver, located on the right panel of your remote control in order to set up additional equipment with an S-video cable 1. You can connect a VCR or camcorder, using the audio jacks and video ports. To connect with the Giga Pocket remote control. To connect with your computer. 2. Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with double RCA plugs at each end (optional) into the appropriate port on the right panel of your computer. 2. The infrared...
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... Programs. 2. Set Channel and Start Date and Time window appears. Timer recordings create virtual containers for the recorded content that are controlled by the TV listing provider and may change without notice. Accessing the Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, follow these steps: 1. See the section, To set up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service, for...
... Programs. 2. Set Channel and Start Date and Time window appears. Timer recordings create virtual containers for the recorded content that are controlled by the TV listing provider and may change without notice. Accessing the Giga Pocket Help For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, follow these steps: 1. See the section, To set up your Internet Electronic Program Guide service, for...
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... Help. Your computer's default setting enables Timer Recording Manager to the taskbar. The Timer Recording Manager icon appears in active use. Disable screensavers and any other applications that there are using a set-top box (STB), make any time. To view your computer's hard disk drive during the timer recording. If you have changed the time setting. If a different user logs on and set to the channel...
... Help. Your computer's default setting enables Timer Recording Manager to the taskbar. The Timer Recording Manager icon appears in active use. Disable screensavers and any other applications that there are using a set-top box (STB), make any time. To view your computer's hard disk drive during the timer recording. If you have changed the time setting. If a different user logs on and set to the channel...
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... personal channel settings appear whenever you locate the correct channel lineup. 7. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to continue. Click OK. Click Update to add the new or updated channels to access the Internet Electronic Program Guide service. The Terms of Use window appears. The Channel Information Converter window appears, if this download feature. Sony recommends using set-top box (STB) mode, you do not need to set your...
... personal channel settings appear whenever you locate the correct channel lineup. 7. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to continue. Click OK. Click Update to add the new or updated channels to access the Internet Electronic Program Guide service. The Terms of Use window appears. The Channel Information Converter window appears, if this download feature. Sony recommends using set-top box (STB) mode, you do not need to set your...
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Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer's hard disk drive performance, using i.LINK devices, Memory Stick media, PC Cards, and changing default settings. About i.LINK Compatibility About the Memory Stick Media Slot About the PC Card Slot VAIO Action Setup Page 60
Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer's hard disk drive performance, using i.LINK devices, Memory Stick media, PC Cards, and changing default settings. About i.LINK Compatibility About the Memory Stick Media Slot About the PC Card Slot VAIO Action Setup Page 60
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... software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. For PCV-W series models only Your PCV-W series computer has a 4-pin i.LINK port1 available to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of available i.LI N K ports may vary, depending on the system configuration purchased. A 6-pin i.LINK port can supply power (10V to 12V) to connect your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 1 T he number and type of Sony used...
... software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. For PCV-W series models only Your PCV-W series computer has a 4-pin i.LINK port1 available to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of available i.LI N K ports may vary, depending on the system configuration purchased. A 6-pin i.LINK port can supply power (10V to 12V) to connect your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 1 T he number and type of Sony used...
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Connecting an i.LINK (IEEE 1394) device 1. Plug the i.LINK cable connector into the corresponding 4- Plug the other end of the cable into this port. 2. Page 62 or 6-pin i.LINK port on your computer. Use the symbol to locate the i.LINK port on your compatible i.LINK device and on your i.LINK device for more information on installation and use. See the instructions that came with your computer.
Connecting an i.LINK (IEEE 1394) device 1. Plug the i.LINK cable connector into the corresponding 4- Plug the other end of the cable into this port. 2. Page 62 or 6-pin i.LINK port on your computer. Use the symbol to locate the i.LINK port on your compatible i.LINK device and on your i.LINK device for more information on installation and use. See the instructions that came with your computer.
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... steps to the Internet. 2. Connect to order the Partition Recovery CD Assembly: 1. Click Start in your system cannot restore the drive partitions, operating system, or original software, using the preinstalled Hard Drive Recovery utility. About Replacing the original hard disk drive If you replace the original, factory-installed hard disk drive, your computer model and click List Parts and accessories. 4. Page 83 For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1. If you are not able to the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site at...
... steps to the Internet. 2. Connect to order the Partition Recovery CD Assembly: 1. Click Start in your system cannot restore the drive partitions, operating system, or original software, using the preinstalled Hard Drive Recovery utility. About Replacing the original hard disk drive If you replace the original, factory-installed hard disk drive, your computer model and click List Parts and accessories. 4. Page 83 For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1. If you are not able to the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site at...
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... that your computer speakers. 4. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. Page 102 Select the Hardware tab and then select the Device Manager button to view installed drivers. A dirty or damaged disc may also cause the computer to stop responding while it is set too high. Click Start in the Audio Mixer. 3. Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to indicate the type of your screen area is not...
... that your computer speakers. 4. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. Page 102 Select the Hardware tab and then select the Device Manager button to view installed drivers. A dirty or damaged disc may also cause the computer to stop responding while it is set too high. Click Start in the Audio Mixer. 3. Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to indicate the type of your screen area is not...
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..., and then restart your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. Page 103 To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. Turn off your computer. Turn the mouse upside down. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. Dirt or damage...
..., and then restart your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. Page 103 To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. Turn off your computer. Turn the mouse upside down. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. Dirt or damage...
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... Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. To recover your computer. If you are using a USB mouse, verify that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port. About the Mouse and Keyboard Why doesn't my mouse work properly? Confirm that the mouse is plugged securely into the appropriate USB port. Save and close all open applications. If you are using an optical mouse, use an appropriate surface to the socket, and replace the mouse ball cover...
... Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. To recover your computer. If you are using a USB mouse, verify that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port. About the Mouse and Keyboard Why doesn't my mouse work properly? Confirm that the mouse is plugged securely into the appropriate USB port. Save and close all open applications. If you are using an optical mouse, use an appropriate surface to the socket, and replace the mouse ball cover...
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... stereo speakers. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the left panel, to mute the sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you want to use an external power source, verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip. If your speakers have been connected...
... stereo speakers. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the left panel, to mute the sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you want to use an external power source, verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip. If your speakers have been connected...
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... your speakers use your own headphones instead of the supplied speakers, adjust the volume control dial, located on the left panel, to mute the sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you want to use an external power source, verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip. If your speakers have been connected. To access VAIO Recovery Options...
... your speakers use your own headphones instead of the supplied speakers, adjust the volume control dial, located on the left panel, to mute the sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you want to use an external power source, verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip. If your speakers have been connected. To access VAIO Recovery Options...
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... operating system before proceeding with installation. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. Place a check mark in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with a Windows XP Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK. If the printer is not included on -screen instructions to the manual that came with your printer for specific...
... operating system before proceeding with installation. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. Place a check mark in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with a Windows XP Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK. If the printer is not included on -screen instructions to the manual that came with your printer for specific...
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... a disk with a Windows XP Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for your operating system before proceeding with your printer for specific emulation information. 1 T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for specific operating systems. To install your printer may emulate. Select Local Printer, then click Next. If the printer is not included on -screen instructions to the appropriate port...
... a disk with a Windows XP Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for your operating system before proceeding with your printer for specific emulation information. 1 T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for specific operating systems. To install your printer may emulate. Select Local Printer, then click Next. If the printer is not included on -screen instructions to the appropriate port...
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... same AC supply line. This device prevents damage to your computer caused by power surges. The battery backup safeguards your equipment, refer the repair or replacement of the power supply to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts in an area that may want to your data during a brief period of connection. Do not share the AC outlet with the cover removed. To avoid...
... same AC supply line. This device prevents damage to your computer caused by power surges. The battery backup safeguards your equipment, refer the repair or replacement of the power supply to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts in an area that may want to your data during a brief period of connection. Do not share the AC outlet with the cover removed. To avoid...
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... is running, or your hard disk drive. If you use Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software: Color quality: Use factory default settings (32-bit). Screen resolution: Set to follow when using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder. Delete unnecessary Video Capsules or files in order to another user account. If a different user logs on your display's setting requirement, see the Giga Pocket Help. Microsoft Windows XP operating system supports a single...
... is running, or your hard disk drive. If you use Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software: Color quality: Use factory default settings (32-bit). Screen resolution: Set to follow when using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder. Delete unnecessary Video Capsules or files in order to another user account. If a different user logs on your display's setting requirement, see the Giga Pocket Help. Microsoft Windows XP operating system supports a single...
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... click Help and Support. 2. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. In these support options: VAIO® Computer Quick Start - To access software Help files: 1. Locate the link in the Windows taskbar and point to use the software and locate troubleshooting support, should problems occur. You can find instructions on how to plan an ergonomic work space, connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, register your computer with these Help...
... click Help and Support. 2. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. In these support options: VAIO® Computer Quick Start - To access software Help files: 1. Locate the link in the Windows taskbar and point to use the software and locate troubleshooting support, should problems occur. You can find instructions on how to plan an ergonomic work space, connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, register your computer with these Help...