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.... 2 Notice © 2004 Sony Electronics Inc. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions...
.... 2 Notice © 2004 Sony Electronics Inc. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions...
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... vicinity of optical instruments with this product is specifically designed for the Sony Service Center nearest you have purchased. Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may vary, depending on your nearest Sony Service Center. To change the backup battery, please contact your installed ...to beam. For DVD±RW/DVD-ROM: Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open the cabinet. For questions regarding your desktop to reduce the risk of fire, use of the leak. ❑ The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and ...
... vicinity of optical instruments with this product is specifically designed for the Sony Service Center nearest you have purchased. Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may vary, depending on your nearest Sony Service Center. To change the backup battery, please contact your installed ...to beam. For DVD±RW/DVD-ROM: Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open the cabinet. For questions regarding your desktop to reduce the risk of fire, use of the leak. ❑ The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and ...
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...must be attached to this equipment. Operation with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-1152 PCV-1154 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information If you have questions about this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television... to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to operate this computer product. If this product, write to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. You are designed to Sony Customer Information Service Center at http://www...
...must be attached to this equipment. Operation with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-1152 PCV-1154 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Regulatory Information If you have questions about this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television... to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to operate this computer product. If this product, write to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. You are designed to Sony Customer Information Service Center at http://www...
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... to file a complaint with this equipment should not exceed five (5.0). For the Sony Service Center nearest you in order for repair or warranty information, please contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to your alarm equipment. If you believe...the date and time it is a label that you disconnect the equipment from the network until the problem is necessary. Please use a computer or other electronic device, including FAX machines, to send any other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may result in the...
... to file a complaint with this equipment should not exceed five (5.0). For the Sony Service Center nearest you in order for repair or warranty information, please contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to your alarm equipment. If you believe...the date and time it is a label that you disconnect the equipment from the network until the problem is necessary. Please use a computer or other electronic device, including FAX machines, to send any other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may result in the...
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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. 13
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. 13
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... Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines and owner information. Provides basic information on your computer. Go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to VAIO life. 15 Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - Unpacking your system, and solving common problems. To access the online User Guide...
... Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines and owner information. Provides basic information on your computer. Go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to VAIO life. 15 Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - Unpacking your system, and solving common problems. To access the online User Guide...
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For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center, click VAIO Recovery Options. ✍ You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using CD-R, single layer DVD+R, or single layer DVD-R media on VAIO computers equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard...
For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center, click VAIO Recovery Options. ✍ You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using CD-R, single layer DVD+R, or single layer DVD-R media on VAIO computers equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard...
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... Connection for an S-video cable (optional). About the Front Panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 xD-Picture Card™ media slot Reads...
... Connection for an S-video cable (optional). About the Front Panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 xD-Picture Card™ media slot Reads...
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...full/low-speed USB devices. 17 i.LINK (4-pin) S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection for information on and off. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 11 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk from the floppy disk drive. 12...is amber when reading or writing data 15 Power button and power indicator Press the button to turn the computer on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to your compatible i.LINK device for...;/Microdrive™ slots. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that came with each other.
...full/low-speed USB devices. 17 i.LINK (4-pin) S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection for information on and off. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 11 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk from the floppy disk drive. 12...is amber when reading or writing data 15 Power button and power indicator Press the button to turn the computer on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to your compatible i.LINK device for...;/Microdrive™ slots. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that came with each other.
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...11 ENTER button Press to activate a feature or action, such as shown. About the Remote Control 10 STANDBY button Press to place the computer in Stand by mode to replace the batteries. Inserting batteries into the remote control as channel selection or return to previous channel. (This ...'s actions are similar to using the OK button.) 12 REC button Press to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. 31 Press any available information about the selected media. 15 CHAN/PAGE button Press to pause media playback. Setting up and down channels automatically (no number input required)....
...11 ENTER button Press to activate a feature or action, such as shown. About the Remote Control 10 STANDBY button Press to place the computer in Stand by mode to replace the batteries. Inserting batteries into the remote control as channel selection or return to previous channel. (This ...'s actions are similar to using the OK button.) 12 REC button Press to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. 31 Press any available information about the selected media. 15 CHAN/PAGE button Press to pause media playback. Setting up and down channels automatically (no number input required)....
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... Start Connecting a Sub-woofer unit Certain VAIO® computer models are supplied with a sub-woofer unit which require a slightly different setup. See your computer's specifications sheet for information about supplied accessories. 1 Insert the mini stereo plug of the sub-woofer unit. To connect the ...speakers and sub-woofer unit Sub-woofer* Connect to Headphones jack on computer's back panel Connect to DC-...
... Start Connecting a Sub-woofer unit Certain VAIO® computer models are supplied with a sub-woofer unit which require a slightly different setup. See your computer's specifications sheet for information about supplied accessories. 1 Insert the mini stereo plug of the sub-woofer unit. To connect the ...speakers and sub-woofer unit Sub-woofer* Connect to Headphones jack on computer's back panel Connect to DC-...
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See your online specifications sheet for more information about your VAIO Digital Studio® computer and the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition* (Media Center). TV, VCR, music, pictures, and DVD player - Setting Up ... remote control, a mouse, or a keyboard. * The Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition operating system is available on certain VAIO Digital Studio® computers. into one location that is easily accessed with your computer's configuration. 45 Your new computer and the Media Center bring together all of your entertainment sources -
See your online specifications sheet for more information about your VAIO Digital Studio® computer and the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition* (Media Center). TV, VCR, music, pictures, and DVD player - Setting Up ... remote control, a mouse, or a keyboard. * The Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition operating system is available on certain VAIO Digital Studio® computers. into one location that is easily accessed with your computer's configuration. 45 Your new computer and the Media Center bring together all of your entertainment sources -
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...cable or satellite set -top box (cable or satellite), Internet, and computer. Additional information about Media Center For more information about setting up your VAIO® Media Center computer, accessories, and peripheral equipment correctly, following the instructions in this section and... in "Setting Up Your Computer" on page 33. ❑ Evaluate your home environment to determine the best way to use some features, but Sony...
...cable or satellite set -top box (cable or satellite), Internet, and computer. Additional information about Media Center For more information about setting up your VAIO® Media Center computer, accessories, and peripheral equipment correctly, following the instructions in this section and... in "Setting Up Your Computer" on page 33. ❑ Evaluate your home environment to determine the best way to use some features, but Sony...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting a TV ...optional) VID VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - Connect the double-jack end of your computer. See your TV to the Audio-In (L/R) on your TV monitor or display. (... the back panel of the audio cable to the computer's TV out (S-video/video) jack. * The video cable adapter is supplied with certain VAIO computer models. EO INPUT L(MONO) R Audio cable ...an audio cable (optional) to the Headphones jack on the side or rear of your computer. 2 Connect the jack end of a video cable (optional). VIDEO1 INPUT - Connect the...
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting a TV ...optional) VID VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - Connect the double-jack end of your computer. See your TV to the Audio-In (L/R) on your TV monitor or display. (... the back panel of the audio cable to the computer's TV out (S-video/video) jack. * The video cable adapter is supplied with certain VAIO computer models. EO INPUT L(MONO) R Audio cable ...an audio cable (optional) to the Headphones jack on the side or rear of your computer. 2 Connect the jack end of a video cable (optional). VIDEO1 INPUT - Connect the...
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... music CDs. Online Spotlight Displays links to DVD media. Create DVD (not shown) Creates and writes videos to online media and information services. Settings (not shown) Changes your Media Center preferences, including parental controls, recording and slideshow settings. 8 Scroll Arrows Moves ...and down. 9 Media Playback Controls Plays, records, rewinds, replays, and stops selected media. 10 Log Off Logs off from this computer or enables you to Movielink™, an online movie rental download service. Movielink (not shown) Connects to switch users. 63 More ...
... music CDs. Online Spotlight Displays links to DVD media. Create DVD (not shown) Creates and writes videos to online media and information services. Settings (not shown) Changes your Media Center preferences, including parental controls, recording and slideshow settings. 8 Scroll Arrows Moves ...and down. 9 Media Playback Controls Plays, records, rewinds, replays, and stops selected media. 10 Log Off Logs off from this computer or enables you to Movielink™, an online movie rental download service. Movielink (not shown) Connects to switch users. 63 More ...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Starting the Media Center Setup Wizard The setup wizard requires you to provide certain information about your TV service requires one. ✍ To get assistance with the Media Center setup wizard at any time during the setup process, click Help button. 66 For more information, go to the VAIO Help...
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Starting the Media Center Setup Wizard The setup wizard requires you to provide certain information about your TV service requires one. ✍ To get assistance with the Media Center setup wizard at any time during the setup process, click Help button. 66 For more information, go to the VAIO Help...
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... are asked to set up Internet Connection - Select the appropriate download option, and follow the on-screen instructions. Download Method ✍ The Internet connection provides information about your local Television Program Guide. The Media Center setup wizard uses an active Internet connection to choose a download method.
... are asked to set up Internet Connection - Select the appropriate download option, and follow the on-screen instructions. Download Method ✍ The Internet connection provides information about your local Television Program Guide. The Media Center setup wizard uses an active Internet connection to choose a download method.
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...enables your computer to automatically connect to the Internet to the Internet and download new Guide information. ❑ Guide information is expired or corrupted. ✍ For more information on your...been set up Television Program Guide - The Guide displays available channels, network, and program information. Starting the Media Center Setup Wizard ❑ Set up . ❑ You have not... update your computer is not available for your location, from the Microsoft TV listings service provider. ❑ Media Center has determined that the existing Guide information on using ...
...enables your computer to automatically connect to the Internet to the Internet and download new Guide information. ❑ Guide information is expired or corrupted. ✍ For more information on your...been set up Television Program Guide - The Guide displays available channels, network, and program information. Starting the Media Center Setup Wizard ❑ Set up . ❑ You have not... update your computer is not available for your location, from the Microsoft TV listings service provider. ❑ Media Center has determined that the existing Guide information on using ...
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You can also find helpful information on . If your display for details.) ❑ Confirm that the monitor is turned on . My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is plugged into a power source and ... source and that it is turned on other troubleshooting topics in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy disk drive. Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. You...
You can also find helpful information on . If your display for details.) ❑ Confirm that the monitor is turned on . My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is plugged into a power source and ... source and that it is turned on other troubleshooting topics in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy disk drive. Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. You...
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... hardware and software configuration of available topics, enabling you to connect power cords, cables, peripheral devices, and register your VAIO computer. To view this information for your computer. The online User Guide provides information about configuring, maintaining, and upgrading your VAIO® computer. Your computer is supplied with Sony®. You can find instructions on how to http://www...
... hardware and software configuration of available topics, enabling you to connect power cords, cables, peripheral devices, and register your VAIO computer. To view this information for your computer. The online User Guide provides information about configuring, maintaining, and upgrading your VAIO® computer. Your computer is supplied with Sony®. You can find instructions on how to http://www...