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The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. Page 1 Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. Welcome Thank you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your Sony VAIO® computer!
The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. Page 1 Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. Welcome Thank you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your Sony VAIO® computer!
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Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. Unpacking your Computer Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Page 2 Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of the Sony VAIO® computer!
Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. Unpacking your Computer Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Page 2 Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of the Sony VAIO® computer!
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Unpacking your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with your computer. For details on the accessories supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on setting up and registering your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. The QuPicakge 3 Provides basic information on the system configuration you purchased. Com puter and supplied accessories Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories Handling the system unit Manuals VAIO® Computer Quick Start -
Unpacking your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with your computer. For details on the accessories supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on setting up and registering your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. The QuPicakge 3 Provides basic information on the system configuration you purchased. Com puter and supplied accessories Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories Handling the system unit Manuals VAIO® Computer Quick Start -
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... system and preinstalled software. Online Documentation VAIO® Computer User Guide - To access the online User Guide: 1. Use the VAIO Recovery utility to use the basic features of your system. Page 4 Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. The Welcome page displays in the Windows...
... system and preinstalled software. Online Documentation VAIO® Computer User Guide - To access the online User Guide: 1. Use the VAIO Recovery utility to use the basic features of your system. Page 4 Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. The Welcome page displays in the Windows...
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Handling the System Unit Front panel (Keyboard open) Page 7 When the keyboard is equipped with built-in use, you can access the front panel of your VAIO® computer by lowering the keyboard. You can fold it up and use the additional TV, channel, and volume controls. About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer is not in stereo speakers and indicator lights.
Handling the System Unit Front panel (Keyboard open) Page 7 When the keyboard is equipped with built-in use, you can access the front panel of your VAIO® computer by lowering the keyboard. You can fold it up and use the additional TV, channel, and volume controls. About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer is not in stereo speakers and indicator lights.
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Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder is a violation of interactive Sony audio and video components that are designed to create, capture, and play back video files derived from television and your personal videos.1 Giga Pocket Personal ...; Glossary Internet Electronic Program Guide Service 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio or video files is a suite of applic able laws . Page 20 See your computer's online specification sheet for details on all VAIO® computers.
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder is a violation of interactive Sony audio and video components that are designed to create, capture, and play back video files derived from television and your personal videos.1 Giga Pocket Personal ...; Glossary Internet Electronic Program Guide Service 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio or video files is a suite of applic able laws . Page 20 See your computer's online specification sheet for details on all VAIO® computers.
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...an explanation of video viewing, recording, and playback capabilities, such as: Watching and recording television programs from your computer. Viewing and recording TV programming simultaneously. Setting and managing daily/weekly timer recording schedules. ...Managing Video Capsules (recorded video contents) on your computer. Recording personal video content from a videotape. Playing your Video Capsules on other computers. Operating Giga Pocket functions with a remote control device. ...
...an explanation of video viewing, recording, and playback capabilities, such as: Watching and recording television programs from your computer. Viewing and recording TV programming simultaneously. Setting and managing daily/weekly timer recording schedules. ...Managing Video Capsules (recorded video contents) on your computer. Recording personal video content from a videotape. Playing your Video Capsules on other computers. Operating Giga Pocket functions with a remote control device. ...
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... the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF port on the right panel of your computer. 3. Connect a third TV coaxial cable (optional) to the single-connection end of a splitter adapter. 2. Connect the other end to the double-...(supplied) to standard cable access (CATV) Option 1 1. Connecting to the double-connection end of the splitter adapter. Your VAIO® Computer is determined by the type of your computer. Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF port on the right panel of cable connection available in -home cable access...
... the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF port on the right panel of your computer. 3. Connect a third TV coaxial cable (optional) to the single-connection end of a splitter adapter. 2. Connect the other end to the double-...(supplied) to standard cable access (CATV) Option 1 1. Connecting to the double-connection end of the splitter adapter. Your VAIO® Computer is determined by the type of your computer. Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF port on the right panel of cable connection available in -home cable access...
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...other end to the In jack on the back panel of a stereo A/V dubbing cable with your computer. Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (optional) to your TV monitor or display. 3. Your VAIO® Computer is supplied with a cable or satellite set-top box (STB) You can connect your Giga ... on the rear of the stereo A/V dubbing cable into the Composite audio-R (IN), Composite audio-L (IN), and Composite video (IN) jacks on your computer, matching the plug and jack colors. Connect a third TV coaxial cable (supplied) to the double-connection end of your STB unit. Connect a second TV...
...other end to the In jack on the back panel of a stereo A/V dubbing cable with your computer. Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (optional) to your TV monitor or display. 3. Your VAIO® Computer is supplied with a cable or satellite set-top box (STB) You can connect your Giga ... on the rear of the stereo A/V dubbing cable into the Composite audio-R (IN), Composite audio-L (IN), and Composite video (IN) jacks on your computer, matching the plug and jack colors. Connect a third TV coaxial cable (supplied) to the double-connection end of your STB unit. Connect a second TV...
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...audio cable with triple RCA plugs at each end (optional) directly into the composite audio L and R jacks, located on the right panel of your computer. 2. Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with double RCA plugs at each end (optional) into the composite video In port, composite audio L and ... locate the connections on the right panel of -sight with the Giga Pocket remote control. Connecting a compatible VCR or camcorder Your VAIO® computer has both audio and video connection capability. The infrared receiver must be visible in a line-of your remote control in order to...
...audio cable with triple RCA plugs at each end (optional) directly into the composite audio L and R jacks, located on the right panel of your computer. 2. Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with double RCA plugs at each end (optional) into the composite video In port, composite audio L and ... locate the connections on the right panel of -sight with the Giga Pocket remote control. Connecting a compatible VCR or camcorder Your VAIO® computer has both audio and video connection capability. The infrared receiver must be visible in a line-of your remote control in order to...
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... Video Capsules as MPEG-1, MPEG-2, or AVI file formats for viewing on the recording mode that was created using DVgate Assemble or other VAIO AV applications. Export dialog box 3. Enter an output name for the file you can convert and export your Video Capsule using MPEG-1 ... a Video Capsule, only if the file was used to export and specify the location for playback: A VAIO computer that has Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder installed. A VAIO computer that are recorded using High Quality (HQ) or Standard Play (SP) mode can be converted and exported as MPEG-1,...
... Video Capsules as MPEG-1, MPEG-2, or AVI file formats for viewing on the recording mode that was created using DVgate Assemble or other VAIO AV applications. Export dialog box 3. Enter an output name for the file you can convert and export your Video Capsule using MPEG-1 ... a Video Capsule, only if the file was used to export and specify the location for playback: A VAIO computer that has Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder installed. A VAIO computer that are recorded using High Quality (HQ) or Standard Play (SP) mode can be converted and exported as MPEG-1,...
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...://sonystyle.com/vaio/clie. Page 52 CLIÉ Converter The CLIÉ Converter is ready to deliver music and video with your Giga Pocket contents and HotSync® onto a Memory Stick® media for the CLIÉ handheld. The Sony CLIÉ Handheld personal entertainment organizers provide a rich and compelling handheld computing experience...
...://sonystyle.com/vaio/clie. Page 52 CLIÉ Converter The CLIÉ Converter is ready to deliver music and video with your Giga Pocket contents and HotSync® onto a Memory Stick® media for the CLIÉ handheld. The Sony CLIÉ Handheld personal entertainment organizers provide a rich and compelling handheld computing experience...
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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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... confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 1 T he number and type of Sony used only to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of available i.LI...vary, depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. About i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be equipped with a 4-pin and/or a 6-pin i.LINK® port, depending on ...LINK device for your digital device. For PCV-W series models only Your PCV-W series computer has a 4-pin i.LINK port1 available to the documentation that a ...
... confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 1 T he number and type of Sony used only to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of available i.LI...vary, depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. About i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be equipped with a 4-pin and/or a 6-pin i.LINK® port, depending on ...LINK device for your digital device. For PCV-W series models only Your PCV-W series computer has a 4-pin i.LINK port1 available to the documentation that a ...
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VAIO Action Setup VAIO® Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). Page 63
VAIO Action Setup VAIO® Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). Page 63
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Microsoft® Outlook® Express S3 Internet - SonicStage S5 TV - W series keyboard Page 64 VAIO Help and Support Center S2 Mail - PictureGear Studio PCV- Giga Pocket S6 Picture - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S4 Music - Shortcut keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: S1 Help -
Microsoft® Outlook® Express S3 Internet - SonicStage S5 TV - W series keyboard Page 64 VAIO Help and Support Center S2 Mail - PictureGear Studio PCV- Giga Pocket S6 Picture - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S4 Music - Shortcut keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: S1 Help -
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... taskbar and select All Programs. 2. Select an application from the list. Page 65 Changing the settings of function. Then click Finish. the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the Windows taskbar, to place it into the list box. 6. Click Next. The Confirmation Application Name window appears.... Click Next. 7. You can drag an application to launch VAIO Action 3. You may now type a new name and description, if desired. Click Start in the list box on the right. 5. You can ...
... taskbar and select All Programs. 2. Select an application from the list. Page 65 Changing the settings of function. Then click Finish. the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the Windows taskbar, to place it into the list box. 6. Click Next. The Confirmation Application Name window appears.... Click Next. 7. You can drag an application to launch VAIO Action 3. You may now type a new name and description, if desired. Click Start in the list box on the right. 5. You can ...
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About the Memory Stick Media Slot Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a Memory Stick® slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick® media. Page 66
About the Memory Stick Media Slot Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a Memory Stick® slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick® media. Page 66
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... not provide MagicGate technology or high-speed data transfer. Currently, Sony® SonicStage and OpenMG software are not compatible with compatible devices. Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for data storage purposes only. Authentication ensures that... play back the file. Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high-speed data transfer features when used with SonicStage or OpenMG software. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on a single Memory Stick media. Memory Stick® media...
... not provide MagicGate technology or high-speed data transfer. Currently, Sony® SonicStage and OpenMG software are not compatible with compatible devices. Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for data storage purposes only. Authentication ensures that... play back the file. Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high-speed data transfer features when used with SonicStage or OpenMG software. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on a single Memory Stick media. Memory Stick® media...
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This section provides information about upgrading and maintaining your VAIO computer. Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer In the future you may want to increase the functionality of your system. Overview Installing Memory Replacing the Lithium Battery Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Page 74
This section provides information about upgrading and maintaining your VAIO computer. Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer In the future you may want to increase the functionality of your system. Overview Installing Memory Replacing the Lithium Battery Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Page 74