Sony VAIO PCGFX210 PCGFX215 User Guide
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11 Using the Dual Display function.................................................... 81 Selecting Dual Display mode .................................................... 82 Setting the colors and resolution for each display .................... 82 Customizing the virtual desktop ............................................... 82 Releasing the Dual Display setting............................................ 82 Changing the Window Design of Sony Software ...................... 83 6 Adding Memory ............................................. 85 7 About the Software on Your Notebook .......89 Overview....................................................................................... 90 MovieShaker™.............................................................................. 94 Importing Images and Sound Clips .......................................... 94 Editing Clips and Scenes .......................................................... 96 Saving a Movie ......................................................................... 97 PictureGear™................................................................................ 98 Managing Your Pictures ........................................................... 98 Creating a Photo Album............................................................ 98 Using Panorama Maker ............................................................ 99 Making Still Images and Panoramic from MPEG ...................... 99 8 OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 Software Instructions ........................................ 100 Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) Services ........................ 100 Starting OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 ................................................ 101 Recording a CD ...................................................................... 103 Transferring Songs (Check-in/Check-out) .............................. 104 Additional Features ................................................................. 106 Notes on performing the System Restore function of System Tools on Windows® Millennium Edition ................................ 107 Notes on using Portable Players............................................. 107 Software Support Information .................................................... 108 Sony Service Center ............................................................... 109 Application, System, and Driver Recovery CDs .......................... 110
Change to Current Document Title 12 Using Your Recovery CDs ...........................................................111 Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ....................................111 Using the Driver Recovery CD(s) ............................................112 Using the System Recovery CD(s) ..........................................112 9 Troubleshooting ......................................... 115 Troubleshooting your notebook ..............................................115 Troubleshooting the LCD screen .............................................118 Troubleshooting the mouse and touchpad ..............................119 Troubleshooting drives, PC cards and peripheral devices .......120 Troubleshooting software .......................................................122 Troubleshooting the modem ...................................................122 Troubleshooting audio ............................................................123 Troubleshooting the printer.....................................................124 Getting Help ................................................................................125 10 Specifications ............................................. 127 11 Index ............................................................ 131
13 Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing.
Change to Current Document Title 14 Features ❑Exceptional performance — Your notebook includes a mobile AMD Duron™ processor and a V.90 compatible K56flex modem.* ❑Portability — Rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power. ❑Sony audio and video quality — High-quality MPEG1/MPEG2 video, which supports full-screen display and enables you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software. ❑Multimedia features — Enjoy the stereo speakers or use headphones (not supplied) to listen to audio and video CDs. ❑Microsoft® Windows® operating system — Your system includes Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition (Windows Me™) ❑Communications — Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse the Internet, and use fax features. ❑Optical drive (DVD-ROM) — The DVD-ROM drive plays both DVD- ROM and CD-ROM discs. ✍For a complete description of the specifications of your CLICK TO UPDATE ProductName, see “Specifications” * Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and gov- ernment regulations.
Unpacking Your Notebook 15 Unpacking Your Notebook Remove the following hardware items from the box: * Removable floppy disk drive is in the multipurpose bay. Manuals ❑VA I O® Quick Start — Contains information on unpacking and setting up your notebook, supplementary updates, and software information. ❑Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition Getting Started manual — Explains how to use the basic features of this latest Windows operating system. Software CDs ❑Microsoft® Word 2000 — Allows you to reinstall Microsoft Word to the VAIO notebook you purchased. Main unit* Power cord AC adapter Video cable Rechargeable battery packWeight saver
Change to Current Document Title 16 Recovery CDs ❑System Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can only be used to restore the hard disk of the VAIO notebook you purchased. ❑Application Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to reinstall individual applications or device drivers if they become corrupted or erased. ❑Driver Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to reinstall individual device drivers. Use it to restore corrupted or erased files. Other ❑Packet containing special product offers
Ergonomic Considerations 17 Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to apply the following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments. ❑Position of your computer — Place the computer directly in front of you as you work. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons. ❑Furniture and posture — Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward. ❑Viewing angle of the computer’s display — Use the display’s tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle Ergonomic Position Computer positioned directly in front of you Wr ist s rela xed and flat Arms at desk level
Change to Current Document Title 18fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness setting of the display also. ❑Lighting — Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness. ❑Placement of an external display — When using an external display, set the display at a comfortable viewing distance. Make sure the display screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor. Notes on Setup ❑Do not place your computer in a location subject to: ❑Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts ❑Direct sunlight ❑Excessive dust ❑Moisture or rain ❑Mechanical vibration or shock ❑Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded ❑Ambient temperature of more than 95º F (35º C) or less than 40º F (5º C) ❑High humidity ❑Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The computer’s electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction. ❑Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup. Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets, or near materials such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots. Leave a space of at least 8 inches (20 cm) behind the back panel of the computer. ❑If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. ❑The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set.
Ergonomic Considerations 19 ❑Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise, problems may result. ❑Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑If the telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for a problem, the telephone company may bill you for the service call. Also, if you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting the telephone line, the telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem. Handling Your Notebook ❑Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the finish of your computer. ❑Should any solid object or liquid fall into the computer, shut down your computer and then unplug it. You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. ❑Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer. Cleaning Your Notebook ❑Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer. ❑Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen. ❑Clean the computer with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine. Handling the LCD Screen ❑Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD. Be careful when using the computer near a window. ❑Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it. This could cause malfunction.
Change to Current Document Title 20 ❑Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal. ❑The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. ❑The LCD is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.