2006 VAIO Accessories Guide
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Sony® VAIO® Accessories Guide Summer 2006 FE AX AR FS FJ Neoprene Protection Leather Case Case Protection Case ...VGP-AMC1 VGN-S360/P, S200, S100 series VGP-AMC1 VGN-TX800, TX700, TX600 Series VGN-T300 Series VGN-T200 Series, T100 series VGN-UX180P Desktops RB Series RC Series VA Series XL Series $89.99 • • • $149.99 • • • $49...) • Automatic and sequential copying of 200 audio CDs to the PC hard drive • Multi episode TV program recording to DVD disc (TV tuner required) P1029_ACC_Sum06_Final.indd 1 5/25/06 12:06:09 PM
Sony® VAIO® Accessories Guide Summer 2006 FE AX AR FS FJ Neoprene Protection Leather Case Case Protection Case ...VGP-AMC1 VGN-S360/P, S200, S100 series VGP-AMC1 VGN-TX800, TX700, TX600 Series VGN-T300 Series VGN-T200 Series, T100 series VGN-UX180P Desktops RB Series RC Series VA Series XL Series $89.99 • • • $149.99 • • • $49...) • Automatic and sequential copying of 200 audio CDs to the PC hard drive • Multi episode TV program recording to DVD disc (TV tuner required) P1029_ACC_Sum06_Final.indd 1 5/25/06 12:06:09 PM
2006 VAIO Accessories Guide
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...trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. VGP-PRFS10V: 4 USB 2.0, Ethernet, VGA out, TV and S-Video ports. Also includes swappable multi-function bay, battery charger and ...written permission is a trademark of their respective owners. Sony, VAIO, Sony logo, VAIO logo, Sony Style, and i.Link are registered trademarks of Sony. Sony® VAIO® Accessories Guide Summer 2006 FE AX AR FS ...S200, S100 series VGN-TX800, TX700, TX600 Series VGN-T300 Series VGN-T200 Series, T100 series VGN-UX180P Desktops RB Series RC Series VA Series XL Series $39.99 • • $149.99 $69.99 ...
...trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. VGP-PRFS10V: 4 USB 2.0, Ethernet, VGA out, TV and S-Video ports. Also includes swappable multi-function bay, battery charger and ...written permission is a trademark of their respective owners. Sony, VAIO, Sony logo, VAIO logo, Sony Style, and i.Link are registered trademarks of Sony. Sony® VAIO® Accessories Guide Summer 2006 FE AX AR FS ...S200, S100 series VGN-TX800, TX700, TX600 Series VGN-T300 Series VGN-T200 Series, T100 series VGN-UX180P Desktops RB Series RC Series VA Series XL Series $39.99 • • $149.99 $69.99 ...
Safety Information
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... this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Model No.: PCVA-IMB5A (For models equipped with TV and personal video recording features) This device complies with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. However, there is subject to Part 15 of... not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause harmful interference to Sony Customer Information Service Center at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. Declaration of the FCC Rules.
... this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Model No.: PCVA-IMB5A (For models equipped with TV and personal video recording features) This device complies with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. However, there is subject to Part 15 of... not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause harmful interference to Sony Customer Information Service Center at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. Declaration of the FCC Rules.
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...a decimal point (e.g. 03 is connected. ❑ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for this equipment does not disable your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to ... modem uses the USOC RJ11C telephone jack. A telephone plug and jack used to connect this computer product. In most, but not all areas, the sum of 0.3). If trouble is experienced with...the receiver. ❑ Connect the equipment into an outlet on the Web at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. Operation with Part 68 of the equipment. If this equipment, for information. FCC Part ...
...a decimal point (e.g. 03 is connected. ❑ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for this equipment does not disable your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to ... modem uses the USOC RJ11C telephone jack. A telephone plug and jack used to connect this computer product. In most, but not all areas, the sum of 0.3). If trouble is experienced with...the receiver. ❑ Connect the equipment into an outlet on the Web at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. Operation with Part 68 of the equipment. If this equipment, for information. FCC Part ...
User Guide
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n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...15 Setting Up Your Computer ...16 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Mouse ...34 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...38 Using the TV Function ...47 Using the Memory Stick Media ...63 Using Other Memory Cards ...67 Using the Internet...71
n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...15 Setting Up Your Computer ...16 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Mouse ...34 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...38 Using the TV Function ...47 Using the Memory Stick Media ...63 Using Other Memory Cards ...67 Using the Internet...71
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... port (page 79) G VHF/UHF port*1 (page 48) H S Video In port*1 (page 74) I Composite Video In jack*1 (page 74) J Composite Audio In (L/R) jacks*1 (page 74) K TV Out (S Video/Video) port (page 16) L DVI-I port (page 16) M DVI-D port (page 16) N Line In jack O FRONT jack P REAR jack Q WOOFER/CENTER jack R Hi...
... port (page 79) G VHF/UHF port*1 (page 48) H S Video In port*1 (page 74) I Composite Video In jack*1 (page 74) J Composite Audio In (L/R) jacks*1 (page 74) K TV Out (S Video/Video) port (page 16) L DVI-I port (page 16) M DVI-D port (page 16) N Line In jack O FRONT jack P REAR jack Q WOOFER/CENTER jack R Hi...
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Use an S Video cable or a video cable to connect the TV monitor to your computer. n 17 N Getting Started ✍ You can also connect your TV monitor to your computer, not from the TV, use a line-out cable (not supplied) to connect the computer and the TV. You will hear audio from the speakers connected to the TV Out port. To hear audio from the TV.
Use an S Video cable or a video cable to connect the TV monitor to your computer. n 17 N Getting Started ✍ You can also connect your TV monitor to your computer, not from the TV, use a line-out cable (not supplied) to connect the computer and the TV. You will hear audio from the speakers connected to the TV Out port. To hear audio from the TV.
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Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 34) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 38) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 47) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 63) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 67) ❑ Using the Internet (page 71) n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer
Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 34) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 38) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 47) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 63) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 67) ❑ Using the Internet (page 71) n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer
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n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function Your computer may have a TV tuner board installed along with a wide range of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. To access this on Media Center features. Media Center provides you with ...the Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system to enhance your computer's hardware configuration. See the on-screen ...
n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function Your computer may have a TV tuner board installed along with a wide range of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. To access this on Media Center features. Media Center provides you with ...the Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system to enhance your computer's hardware configuration. See the on-screen ...
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..., depends on the country or area of connection available. One end connects to the computer's VHF/UHF port, and the other end connects to a TV cable or antenna is the TV coaxial cable (not supplied). n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Setting Up TV Connections ! The following connections may not be available depending on the type of...
..., depends on the country or area of connection available. One end connects to the computer's VHF/UHF port, and the other end connects to a TV cable or antenna is the TV coaxial cable (not supplied). n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Setting Up TV Connections ! The following connections may not be available depending on the type of...
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n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to standard cable access (CATV) To connect in CATV mode (Option 1) 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). 2 Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF port (3) on the computer.
n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to standard cable access (CATV) To connect in CATV mode (Option 1) 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). 2 Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF port (3) on the computer.
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... other end to the VHF/UHF port (5) on the back of your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in CATV mode (Option 2) 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to the double-connection side of the splitter adapter (3). Connect the other end to the single...
... other end to the VHF/UHF port (5) on the back of your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in CATV mode (Option 2) 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to the double-connection side of the splitter adapter (3). Connect the other end to the single...
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...UHF RF combiner/transformer (3) (not supplied). 2 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to your antenna outlet (2). n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to a standard antenna You can connect your computer to an indoor/outdoor antenna system, using Option 1 or Option 2 from other... end to the VHF/UHF port (5) on the type of another TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to standard ...
...UHF RF combiner/transformer (3) (not supplied). 2 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to your antenna outlet (2). n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to a standard antenna You can connect your computer to an indoor/outdoor antenna system, using Option 1 or Option 2 from other... end to the VHF/UHF port (5) on the type of another TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to standard ...
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Connect the other end to the grips on a VHF/UHF RF combiner/transformer (3) (not supplied). 2 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to the VHF/UHF port (5) on the computer. Connect the other end to the combiner/transformer (3). n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in terrestrial mode (Option 2) 1 Connect one end of a 300-ohm twin lead cable (1) (not supplied) to the screw-type grips at your antenna outlet (2).
Connect the other end to the grips on a VHF/UHF RF combiner/transformer (3) (not supplied). 2 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to the VHF/UHF port (5) on the computer. Connect the other end to the combiner/transformer (3). n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in terrestrial mode (Option 2) 1 Connect one end of a 300-ohm twin lead cable (1) (not supplied) to the screw-type grips at your antenna outlet (2).
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...that uses a set-top box (cable or satellite). To connect in STB mode (Option 1) 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to your computer to the VHF/UHF port (7) on the set-top box (STB) (3). When using its controls or the supplied remote commander....set-top box (STB) (3). 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to the VHF/UHF OUT port on the computer. 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable (8) (not supplied) to the double-connection end of the splitter device (5). n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting with a cable or satellite set-top box (STB...
...that uses a set-top box (cable or satellite). To connect in STB mode (Option 1) 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to your computer to the VHF/UHF port (7) on the set-top box (STB) (3). When using its controls or the supplied remote commander....set-top box (STB) (3). 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to the VHF/UHF OUT port on the computer. 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable (8) (not supplied) to the double-connection end of the splitter device (5). n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting with a cable or satellite set-top box (STB...
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n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in STB mode (Option 2) 1 Connect one end of a stereo A/V dubbing cable with triple RCA jacks (6) (not supplied), to the VHF/UHF OUT port .../UHF IN port on the back panel of your set-top box (STB) (3). 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to the Composite Audio Out (L/ R) jacks (7) and the Video Out jack (8) on the rear of your TV monitor or display. 3 Connect one end of your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). Connect the...
n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in STB mode (Option 2) 1 Connect one end of a stereo A/V dubbing cable with triple RCA jacks (6) (not supplied), to the VHF/UHF OUT port .../UHF IN port on the back panel of your set-top box (STB) (3). 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to the Composite Audio Out (L/ R) jacks (7) and the Video Out jack (8) on the rear of your TV monitor or display. 3 Connect one end of your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). Connect the...
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...Press to view and listen to resume playback. Press again to your computer supports the TV function, then a remote commander is supplied with the computer for example, one audio track, one DVD chapter, and 30 seconds of TV or video. REPLAY button Press to move media forward, for example... playback. SKIP button Press to move media backward at three speeds. PAUSE button Press to stop media playback or TV recording session. n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Remote Commander If your music playlists. REW button Press to move media backward, for using Media Center ...
...Press to view and listen to resume playback. Press again to your computer supports the TV function, then a remote commander is supplied with the computer for example, one audio track, one DVD chapter, and 30 seconds of TV or video. REPLAY button Press to move media forward, for example... playback. SKIP button Press to move media backward at three speeds. PAUSE button Press to stop media playback or TV recording session. n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Remote Commander If your music playlists. REW button Press to move media backward, for using Media Center ...
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... buttons Press the M, m, M MORE button Press to view previously recorded TV programs (In My TV window). G GUIDE button Press to view the TV program guide for Media Center features. L MY VIDEOS button Press to backspace and delete entered text. n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer D BACK button Press to return to view pictures or a slide show...
... buttons Press the M, m, M MORE button Press to view previously recorded TV programs (In My TV window). G GUIDE button Press to view the TV program guide for Media Center features. L MY VIDEOS button Press to backspace and delete entered text. n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer D BACK button Press to return to view pictures or a slide show...
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... detergent solution. You may cause a malfunction. ❑ Provide adequate air circulation to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it . The electromagnetic field of the computer. ❑ Do not place the computer in a location subject to radio or TV reception. otherwise, problems may cause interference to : ❑ Heat sources, such as radiators...
... detergent solution. You may cause a malfunction. ❑ Provide adequate air circulation to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it . The electromagnetic field of the computer. ❑ Do not place the computer in a location subject to radio or TV reception. otherwise, problems may cause interference to : ❑ Heat sources, such as radiators...
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... to date by regularly checking the Sony online support Web site for important software updates and information for VAIO® computers InterVideo, Inc. ❑ For users in TV tuner, VAIO Zone includes a complete personal video recorder, enabling you keep your VAIO® computer up to DVD. WinDVD® software for your specific VAIO computer model. For contacts about the...
... to date by regularly checking the Sony online support Web site for important software updates and information for VAIO® computers InterVideo, Inc. ❑ For users in TV tuner, VAIO Zone includes a complete personal video recorder, enabling you keep your VAIO® computer up to DVD. WinDVD® software for your specific VAIO computer model. For contacts about the...