VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide ® PCG-505F/PCG-505FX ®
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Contents Welcome Ergonomic Considerations ............................................................. 2 Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook Locating the Controls and Connectors ......................................... 5 Front.......................................................................................................5 Back ........................................................................................................6 Left ...............................................................
x VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide System Suspend Mode ......................................................................31 System Hibernation Mode................................................................32 Connecting Peripheral Devices Connecting a Phone Line ..............................................................34 Connecting the Port Replicator ....................................................35 Connecting a Printer.............................................................
xi Power Management Profiles ............................................................65 Power Management Commands .....................................................66 Displaying Battery Information................................................... 68 Activating BatteryScope....................................................................68 Battery Icon Descriptions..................................................................68 Displaying Detailed Battery Information ........................
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Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® 505 SuperSlim Notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing. This manual offers a quick introduction and reference to your Sony computer. ❑ Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook shows you how to use the standard components of your system. ❑ Connecting Peripheral Devices explains how you can add functionality by connecting various peripherals.
2 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide 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. Computer positioned directly in front of you Arms at desk level Wrists relaxed and flat ❑ Position of your computer – Place the computer directly in front of you as you work.
Welcome 3 ❑ 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 fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position.
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Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’s internal and external devices, such as the touchpad and floppy disk drive.
6 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Back 1 Battery connector (page 9) Left 1 Plastic pen compartment (page 22) 6 DC In connector (page 8) 2 Phone line jack (page 34) 7 3 Port replicator connector (page 35) 8 USB connector (page 49) 4 Floppy disk drive connector (page 24) 9 Line In connector (page 45) 5 External speaker connectors (page 46) * Available on model PCG-505FX only. 10 200 i.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook Right 1 Infrared port (page 29) 3 Programmable power key (page 70) 2 Power switch (page 12) 4 PC card slot (page 26) 2 Battery lock lever (pages 9, 11) Bottom 1 Battery release lever (pages 9, 11) 7
8 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Connecting a Power Source You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Using the AC Adapter 1 2 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the computer. Pull the prong on the AC adapter upwards and plug it into an AC outlet.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 9 Using Battery Power You can use a battery pack as a source of power. The PCGA-BP51 battery pack that comes with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Follow the steps below to insert and charge the battery pack. ✍ You can also purchase the high-capacity PCGA-BP52 battery pack as a separate option. See Using Power Saving Modes on page 31 for power management information.
10 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide To charge the battery pack 1 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. Insert the battery pack. The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85% full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately one and one half hours. To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 11 Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer. If your battery level falls to less than 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery. You can extend battery life by changing the power management modes in the PowerPanel utility. See Using Power Saving Modes on page 31.
12 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Starting Your Computer 1 Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. LCD lock lever 2 Slide the power switch on the right side toward the front of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on. Power indicator Power switch ✍ If you hold the power switch in the on position for more than four seconds, the computer turns off. 3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 13 Shutting Down Your Computer ! 1 2 3 4 To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to shut down your computer. Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar. Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box. Select Shut down. Click OK. ✍ Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents. 5 6 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator turns off.
14 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Registering Windows® 98 The first time you turn on your computer, you need to complete a few steps to register and configure the Windows 98 software that is already installed on your computer. ✍ You must register Windows 98 before you can use the computer. The on-screen instructions guide you through the registration and configuration process. The following is an overview of the process. 1 2 Gathering information: ❑ Enter your name.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 15 Registering Your Computer You can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by registering your computer with Sony: ❑ Sony Online Support – Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer. ❑ Extended Limited Warranty – Protect your investment.
16 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Escape Key Function keys Print Screen key Correction keys Fn key Shift key Ctrl key Fn key Applications key Alt key Windows 98 key Numeric keypad area Navigation keys Keys Descriptions Numeric keypad area Contains the keys found on a typical calculator.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook Keys Descriptions Escape key The Esc (Escape) key is used to cancel commands Print Screen key The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and places it in the Windows Clipboard. You can then paste the screen shot into a document and print it. Operator keys Several keys are always used with at least one other key: Ctrl, Alt, and Shift. When held down with another key, the Ctrl (Control) and Alt (Alternate) keys offer another way to give commands.
18 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 Key Combinations Functions + F1 Displays Windows Help. + Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. +E Displays Windows Explorer. +F Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Find and then Files or Folders from the Start menu. + Ctrl + F Displays the Windows Find: Computer window where you can locate other computers.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook Indicators Indicators Functions Information Turns on when the PPK Timer is set. Turns off when the PPK Timer is not set or the PPK Timer setting is inactive. (Such as when the computer’s power is off or in System Hibernation mode.) Battery Indicates the status of the battery attached at the rear of the computer. Power Lights when the power to the computer is turned on. Flashes in System Suspend mode.
20 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Combinations/ Functions Feature Fn+ (ESC) System Suspend Puts the system into System Suspend mode, a power management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key or press the power switch on your computer. Fn+ Displays the power status, as in the example below: (F2) Display power status Using AC power Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 21 Using the Touchpad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touchpad. Pointer Touchpad Right button Left button Actions Descriptions Point Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or object. Click Press the left button once. Double-click Press the left button twice. Right-click Press the right button once.
22 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Using the Plastic Pen The plastic pen, located in the vinyl bag with your User Guide, can be used on the touchpad for drawing or for signing your name with the ScribblePad software. You can store the pen in the pen compartment on the left side of the LCD screen. To use the pen compartment 1 Press the bottom of the pen compartment to open the compartment. Press here to open pen compartment 2 3 Slide the pen in or out of the compartment to store or remove it.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 23 Using ScribblePad ScribblePad is an application that lets you create memos by writing on the touchpad using the supplied plastic pen. To use ScribblePad 1 2 3 Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar. Point to Software Center, point to Applications, and then click ScribblePad. Press the F10 key. ScribblePad enters tablet mode. In this mode the touchpad corresponds with the ScribblePad screen.
24 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Using the Floppy Disk Drive You can connect the floppy disk drive to the FDD connector on your computer: To connect the floppy disk drive 1 2 3 Turn off the computer. Open the cover of the Floppy disk drive connector. Plug the floppy disk drive cable into the FDD connector. The VAIO logo on the disk drive should be facing up.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 25 To remove a diskette ❑ When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the diskette. Eject button LED indicator To remove the floppy disk drive 1 2 3 Turn off the computer. Press both sides of the floppy disk drive cable and unplug the cable from the computer. Fold the floppy disk drive cable into the compartment on the side of the floppy disk drive.
26 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Using PC Cards Your computer includes a PC card slot. PC cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as a CD-ROM drive, or to connect to a network. ✍ The PC card slot can accommodate one Type II PC card. This slot is compatible with Card Bus and ZV (Zoomed Video) port. Some PC cards may require that you disable idle devices when using the PC card. You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 2 3 27 Remove the PC card slot protector. Insert the PC card into the PC card slot, front label facing up. Gently push the card into the slot until the card is fixed into the connector. The release button comes out. PC card ✍ Do not force a card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins. If you have difficulty inserting a card, check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation.
28 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide For some PC cards, if you alternate between normal power operation and the system suspend or system hibernation power management modes while the card is inserted, you may find that a device connected to your system is not recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem. To remove a PC card 1 2 3 Close any applications that use the PC card. Otherwise data may be lost. Click the PC card icon in the taskbar and close the card.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 29 Using Infrared Communication Devices Your computer includes an infrared port, located on the right side of the computer. You can use this port to communicate with other infraredequipped devices with compatible protocols, such as a digital still camera or other computers. To use infrared communication with a digital still camera Align the infrared ports on the computer and the digital camera so that they are in a direct line.
30 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide When you transfer files directly from devices other than the internal hard disk drive, such as a CD-ROM drive or hard disk drive on a network, set the System Suspend and System Hibernation timers to off. Check the Status tag of the Infrared Monitor in the Windows Control Panel to determine if the infrared device is detected. If the two devices are too far apart or too close together, data transfer may be interrupted or there may be noise in the transmission.
Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook 31 Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: System Suspend and System Hibernation.
32 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide System Hibernation Mode The state of the system is saved on the hard drive and power is turned off. The power indicator light is off in this mode. To activate System Hibernation mode Press Fn+F12. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Hibernation mode. To return to normal mode Turn on the computer by sliding the power switch forward. The computer returns to its previous state.
Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: ❑ Phone line (page 34) ❑ Port replicator (page 35) ❑ Printer (page 37) ❑ External display (page 38) ❑ External mouse or keyboard (page 40) ❑ Desktop computer or serial device (page 41) ❑ CD-ROM drive (page 43) ❑ External speakers (page 46) ❑ Digital video camera recorder (page 48) ❑ Universal Serial Bus (USB) device (page 49) ✍ Before you connect peripherals, turn off the com
34 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Connecting a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet, and Sony Online Support. ✍ In order to register your Sony VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook, register your software online, and use Sony Online Support, you must connect to a phone line. Also, you must register your computer to receive the extended warranty. 1 Open the phone line jack cover. The cover opens only to a 45 degree angle.
Connecting Peripheral Devices Connecting the Port Replicator You can use the PCGA-PR5 port replicator (supplied) to connect peripheral devices such as a printer or external display.
36 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide To attach the port replicator 1 2 Turn off the computer. Open the port replicator connector cover on the left side of the computer. Port replicator connector cover 3 Plug the port replicator cable into the port replicator connector on the computer. To remove the port replicator 1 2 Turn off the computer. Press both sides of the port replicator cable and unplug the cable from the computer.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 3 37 Fold the port replicator cable into the compartment on the side of the port replicator. ✍ If you do not turn off the computer before removing the port replicator, you must turn off the computer before reattaching the port replicator. Connecting a Printer You can use the port replicator to connect a Windows 98-compatible printer or other parallel port device to your computer.
38 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Connecting an External Display You can use the port replicator to connect an external display to your notebook computer. For example, you can use the computer with any of the following: ❑ Computer display (monitor) (page 38) ❑ Projector (page 39) To connect a computer display ❑ Use the symbol on the port replicator to locate the Monitor connector. Plug the display cable into this connector.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 39 To connect a projector You can use a projector as an external display, such as the Sony LCD Projector. 1 2 Use the symbol to locate the Monitor connector. Plug the RGB signal cable into this connector. Use the symbol to locate the Headphone connector. Plug the audio cable into this connector. Projector Power cord to Audio cable RGB signal cable to Monitor ✍ See the manual that came with your projector for more information on installation and use.
40 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Connecting an External Mouse and Keyboard You can use the port replicator to connect an external mouse and keyboard to your computer. The Mouse and Keyboard connectors require a PS/2™-style plug or adapter. To connect an external mouse and keyboard Turn off the computer. Use the and symbols to locate the Mouse and Keyboard connectors. Plug the mouse cable and keyboard cable into these connectors with the mark facing up.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 41 Connecting a Desktop Computer or Serial Device You can use the port replicator to connect your notebook computer to another computer, or to connect other peripherals, such as the Sony Digital Still Camera. To connect a desktop computer ❑ Use the symbol to locate the Serial connector. Plug the connecting cable into this port on the port replicator and into the serial port on the desktop computer.
42 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide To connect a digital still camera ❑ Use the symbol to locate the Serial connector. Plug the connecting cable into this port on the port replicator and into the Digital I/O connector on the digital still camera. to your computer to lOlOl Serial to I/O Serial cable (not supplied) ✍ The Sony Digital Still Camera (DSC-F1) is pictured; you may need to connect your camera differently.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 43 Connecting the CD-ROM Drive You can use the optional PCGA-CD5 CD-ROM drive with your notebook computer. To connect the CD-ROM drive 1 2 3 Turn off your computer. Remove the PC card slot protector from the PC card slot. See “Using PC Cards” on page 26 for details. Connect the CD-ROM drive cable to the PC card supplied with the CD-ROM drive. PC card (supplied with CD-ROM drive) CD-ROM drive cable 4 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot with the label side facing up.
44 5 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Connect the CD-ROM drive AC power adapter to the CD-ROM drive and plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet. to AC outlet AC adapter cable ✍ The pick-up cover is attached to the lens of the CD-ROM drive at the factory. Before using the CD-ROM drive, remove the pick-up cover. To insert a CD-ROM disc 1 2 Slide the power switch to the on position. Slide the Open button in the direction of the arrow to open the CD-ROM drive lid.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 4 45 Gently press on the CD-ROM drive lid until it clicks shut Power/Busy indicator Press here to close lid To play an audio CD in the CD-ROM drive In addition to connecting the CD-ROM drive to your computer, you must connect the drive to the computer with a male-to-male stereo mini plug (not supplied). 1 Connect one end of the stereo mini plug to the headphone jack on the CD-ROM drive and the other end to the Line In jack on the left side of your computer.
46 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Connecting External Speakers You can use the optional PCGA-SP5 stereo speakers with your computer or other speakers designed for computer use. ✍ Turn down the volume of the speakers before you connect them. To adjust the speaker volume, press Fn+F4. See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key on page 20 for details. Do not place diskettes on the speakers; the speakers magnetic field may damage the data on the diskettes.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 47 To connect other external speakers ❑ Use the symbol to locate the Headphone connector. Plug the speaker cable into this connector. Speakers Speaker cable (supplied with speakers) ✍ to Headphone See the manual that came with your speakers for more information on installation and use.
48 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder The PCG-505FX 505 SuperSlim Notebook includes an i.LINK (IEEE1394) connector, which you can use to connect to a digital video camera recorder. To connect a digital video camera recorder ❑ Plug one end of an i.LINK cable into the 200 connector on the left side of the computer and the other end into the DV In/Out connector on the digital video camera recorder. to DV In/Out to 200 Digital video camera recorder ✍ i.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 49 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device You can connect a USB device to your computer. To connect a USB device ❑ Use the symbol to locate the USB connector on the left side of the computer. Plug one end of a USB cable into this port and the other end into the USB device. USB device USB connecting cable to (not supplied) USB ✍ See the manual that came with your USB device for more information on installation and use.
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Getting Started with VAIO Space VAIO Space is Sony’s original utility that organizes the preinstalled applications on your VAIO Notebook Computer, making it easier for you to find and launch the applications on your computer, use the Sony audio and video players, connect to the Internet, and more. Starting VAIO Space To start VAIO Space ❑ Click the VAIO Space icon on the Windows desktop.
52 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide VAIO Space Centers There are five centers within VAIO Space, as follows: Center Name and Icon Contains Description Software Center Applications Accessories Contains icons for all preinstalled applications and accessories. See “Using the Software Center” on page 55 for details. AudioVideo Center Video Audio Launches the video and audio applications included with your computer. See “Using the AudioVideo Center” on page 56 for details.
Getting Started with VAIO Space Navigating through VAIO Space To go to a center within VAIO Space 1 Move the mouse pointer over an icon on the VAIO Launcher. Categories for each center appear. Moving the mouse over the icon displays the categories of programs for that icon 2 ✍ Click the category text (such as Applications) to open the VAIO screen. Your screen may appear different from the one shown here.
54 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide VAIO Space Controls Button Function Goes to the previous screen or page in a sequence. Unavailable until you go to another screen. Goes to the next screen or page in a sequence. Unavailable on the last screen in a sequence. Stops loading the current page (used for web pages). Refreshes the current page (used for web pages). Displays the current website address (URL) or file name path. You can also type an address or path in this box.
Getting Started with VAIO Space 55 Using the Software Center To launch the Software Center 1 Move the mouse pointer over the Software Center icon on the VAIO Launcher. 2 Click the text of the category (Applications or Accessories) to open the VAIO screen. 3 To start an application, click the icon. Other Software Center Functions Action Procedure Display information about a program. Move the mouse pointer over the program icon. Display questions and answers about the highlighted program.
56 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Using the Audio-Video Center The Audio-Video Center includes the following programs: Program Description Video Plays MPEG (.mpg), MPEG2 (.mpg) and AVI (.avi) video files. Audio Music/Movie Player, which plays audio tracks from the optional CD-ROM drive and a variety of audio and video file formats including: WAV (.wav), MIDI (.mid), and RMI (.rmi) audio files and MPEG (.mpg), Quick Time (.mov), and AVI (.avi) video files.
Getting Started with VAIO Space 57 To play a different video file 1 2 3 4 Click the Play List button. Select one or more video files from the AV PlayList dialog box. Click ADD. Click OK. The video file begins playing automatically. Other Video Player Functions Action Procedure Toggle the sound on and off Click the mute button. (Green light indicates sound is muted.) Stop play Click (Stop). Pause play Click (Pause). Go to the next video file in the playlist Click (Next).
58 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide To expand the Control bar You can expand the Control bar to double-height to access more functions by clicking the Expand button (▼) at the far right. To return to single height, click the Restore button (▲). To change the Control bar to a floating window To change the Control bar into a floating window, drag the bar to the center of the screen. The bar opens into a window with File, Control, and Help menus.
Getting Started with VAIO Space 59 Using the Online Center To launch the Online Center 1 Move the mouse pointer over the Online Center icon on the VAIO Launcher. 2 Click the text of the category as described below. Category Description Easy Internet VAIO Direct Sony offers an entire line of products specifically designed to work with your computer. Club VAIO Find out the latest developments in the world of VAIO; interact with other VAIO users.
60 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Using the Tool Center Using Tool Center Tools 1 Move the mouse pointer over the Tool Center icon on the VAIO Launcher. 2 3 Click Tools to open the VAIO screen. To start a program or accessory application, click the icon. Other Tool Functions Action Procedure Display information about a program. Move the mouse pointer over the program icon. Display questions and answers about the highlighted program.
Getting Started with VAIO Space 61 Using Tool Center Options The Options screen lets you customize the way VAIO Space works. To set VAIO Space options 1 Move the mouse pointer over the Tool Center icon on the VAIO Launcher. 2 3 4 Click Options to open the VAIO screen. Set the options as follows: Option Check This To Launch VAIO Space II at Startup Launch VAIO Space automatically when you turn on your computer. Default is off (VAIO Space does not launch at startup).
62 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Using the Help Center The Help Center steps you through a number of options including the electronic documentation included on your hard drive and finding answers on Sony’s Internet site. For a complete description of all the help options available, see “Getting Help” on page 75. To launch the Help Center: 1 2 3 Move the mouse pointer over the Help Center icon on the VAIO Launcher. Click Help Center to open the VAIO screen.
Customizing Your Notebook Computer You can customize the settings of your notebook computer. The following sections briefly describe how to change your computer’s default settings. You can also refer to the Sony Notebook Setup Help for more detailed information. Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen To display the Sony Notebook Setup screen: 1 2 3 4 Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar. Point to Tool Center and click Sony Notebook Setup. Select the tab for the item you want to change.
64 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Notebook Setup Tabs Tab Descriptions About This Computer Display system information, including memory capacity, serial number, and BIOS version. Infrared Change the infrared communication settings depending on the infrared equipment your computer is using to communicate. Printer Change printer port mode settings. Power On Device Sequence Select the order of drives and devices from which you want to load the operating system.
Customizing Your Notebook Computer 65 Controlling Power Management The PowerPanel utility allows you to control the power management of your notebook computer and provides key information about system activity and battery life. The following sections briefly describe how to conserve your computer’s battery power. You can also refer to the PowerPanel Help for more detailed information. Power Management Profiles PowerPanel provides several predefined power management profiles.
66 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Word Processing – Optimizes power management with longer timeouts on the hard disk and display screen. You can also establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Sleep, and System Suspend to optimize power management for your system. Communications – Extends battery life by initiating a quick display timeout. The Internal modem remains powered.
Customizing Your Notebook Computer 67 Speed Controller - Controls the speed at which the CPU performs. Click this button to open the Speed Controller dialog box. When you select the Auto checkbox, the CPU performs at full speed while the system is active and at 25% of full speed during periods of inactivity. Auto is the recommended option. You can also choose to run the CPU at 100%, 75%, 50%, or 25% of full speed regardless of whether the system is active or inactive.
68 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Displaying Battery Information You can display detailed information for the battery in your computer. The following sections briefly describe how to display your computer’s general battery information. You can also refer to the BatteryScope Help for more detailed information. Activating BatteryScope To activate BatteryScope 1 2 Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar. Point to Tool Center and click BatteryScope.
Customizing Your Notebook Computer 69 Displaying Detailed Battery Information You can obtain detailed information about the batteries. ❑ Double-click the battery icon on the toolbar to display the BatteryScope window. The screen appears displaying the Battery tab, which contains information such as the estimated time-to-empty and the charging time.
70 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Starting Your Favorite Software With Programmable Power Key (PPK) Setup The PPK Setup software enables you to start your favorite software by simply pressing the programmable power key. Programmable power key This section briefly describes how to use the programmable power key. You can also refer to the PPK Setup Help for more detailed information. To use the PPK Setup screen: 1 Double-click the PPK Setup icon on the taskbar. The PPK Setup screen appears.
Customizing Your Notebook Computer 2 3 4 71 Select the software title you want PPK to launch automatically from the Registered Files list and right-click. The Setup options screen appears. Click Set as PPK launch file. The software title. appears next to the selected Click OK. ✍ The default settings for PPK do not allow you to start the selected software when the computers LCD is closed.
72 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Selecting the Display Mode When you connect an external display, you can toggle the display mode between the LCD on your computer and an external display. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar. Point to Settings and click Control Panel. Click Display. Click the Settings tab. Click the Advanced button. Click the NeoMagic® tab. Click Display Options.
Customizing Your Notebook Computer 73 . 9 Display modes Functions Monitor Displays only an external display connected to the Monitor connector on the port replicator. LCD Panel Displays only the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) on your computer. Monitor/LCD Displays simultaneously both the LCD and an external display connected to the Monitor connector on the port replicator. Click OK. ✍ You can adjust the refresh rate when you select Monitor as the display mode.
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Getting Help Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: 1 2 3 4 5 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook Read Me First Contains a complete list of the items that ship with your computer, product specifications, software support information, and the most up-to-date information on using your computer.
76 6 7 8 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Sony Fax-on-Demand This service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions. You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics and then select the topics that you want to receive. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or your fax software.) Sony SOS software This preinstalled program connects you to a Customer Support Representative.
Getting Help 77 Calling SOS The SOS application enables you to exchange information with a Sony Customer Support Representative (CSR). Here’s how it works: ❑ Type your name and the problem description in the SOS window. ❑ Dial the SOS hotline with a single click of the mouse. ❑ Specify the access level for the CSR. ❑ The CSR resolves the problem. Before using SOS, make sure the computer is connected to a phone line as described in “Connecting a Phone Line” on page 34.
78 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide In the SOS window, type your name, phone number, and a description of the problem. This information cannot be seen by the customer support representative until you give the CSR access to your computer. Click the Call SOS button. The Confirmation screen appears. Click the OK button. The Phone screen appears. Click the Dial button. Your modem dials the call and connects you to the Sony support center.
Getting Help 79 Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Online Support. ✍ When you reconnect devices, be sure to turn off the computer as described in Shutting Down Your Computer on page 13. Turning off the computer using other methods may result in data loss.
80 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide 1 Remove the floppy disk drive, port replicator, PC card, and any other peripheral devices. from the computer. 2 Turn the computer off and then turn it on again. 3 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. 4 Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu. 5 Press the arrow keys to select Get Default Values and then press the Enter key. The message “Load default configuration now?” appears.
Getting Help 81 My computer locks up ❑ Try restarting the computer. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, click Shut Down, and then click Restart the computer. ❑ If you cannot restart as described in the preceding step, you can restart the computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete. ❑ If the previous step does not work, slide the power switch toward the front and hold it for four seconds. This turns off the power.
82 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide When I click an application icon a message appears, such as You must insert the application CD into your CD-ROM drive, and the software does not start ❑ Some titles require specific files that are located on the application’s CD-ROM disc. Insert the disc and try starting the program again. ❑ Make sure you place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. My floppy disk drive cannot write to a diskette ❑ The diskette is write-protected.
Getting Help ❑ Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct. ❑ Check that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook computer modem. (All preinstalled programs are compatible.) Call the software publisher or Sony Online Support. 83 My modem connection is slow The computer’s modem uses K56flexTM technology/V.90. Many factors influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment (such as fax machines or other modems).
84 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide My computer does not shut down It is best to shut down your computer using the Shut Down command on the Windows 98 Start menu. Using other methods, including those listed here, may result in loss of unsaved data. If the Shut Down command does not work properly, follow these steps: ❑ Restart the computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete. If this does not work, slide the power switch forward and hold it for four seconds.
Getting Help 85 Using the System and Application Recovery CDs The following sections describe how to use the System Recovery and Application Recovery utilities. You need to connect the optional PCGACD5 CD-ROM drive to use the System and Application Recovery CDs. Using the System Recovery CD You can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if they are corrupted or accidentally erased. You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive.
86 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide To use the System Recovery CD ✍ The optional PCGA-CD5 CD-ROM drive must be connected to the computer to use the System Recovery CD. You need to complete the Windows ® 98 registration process when you use the System Recovery CD. Make sure you have the product ID number located on the cover of your Microsoft Windows 98 Getting Started manual. You will need this number to complete the recovery process.
Getting Help 87 Using the Application Recovery CDs The Application Recovery CDs allow you to reinstall individual applications and device drivers if they are corrupted or accidentally erased. Reinstalling an individual device driver or software title may correct a problem you are experiencing with your computer, and you may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive. If you do need to reinstall all the software titles that shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD.
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Notes on Use This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help protect your computer from potential damage. On 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. ❑ Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen. This is not a malfunction.
90 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the computer for a long time. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet. ❑ Use only the AC adapter supplied. Do not use any other AC adapter. On Handling ❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
91 ❑ 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. ❑ Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise, problems may result. ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑ Your computer will not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX).
92 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide On Cleaning CD-ROM Discs ❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc. ❑ For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
93 On Maintenance ❑ Make sure to disconnect the AC adapter 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.
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Limited Warranty Statement VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook Computer Warranty The limited warranty on your Sony VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook covers parts and labor against defects in material or workmanship for a period of three months from the original date of purchase. You can extend the warranty period for an additional nine months by registering your computer. See “Registering Your Computer” on page 15.
96 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide This Limited Warranty is non-transferable. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale (which is evidence that the Product is within the warranty period) must be presented to obtain warranty service.
Limited Warranty Statement 97 For Product support, on-line knowledge base, frequently asked questions, and free updates via the Internet: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport/ For Product information, service assistance, resolution of a service problem, or technical assistance, call: 1-888-4SONYPC (476 – 6972) Save this for future reference. © 1998 Sony Electronics Inc. and Sony of Canada Ltd. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved.
98 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Avant d’envoyer le Produit à SONY pour le faire réparer, assurez-vous d’en retirer tous produits de tierce partie, logiciels, caractéristiques, pièces, options, altérations et accessoires non garantis par SONY car SONY n’est pas responsable de la perte ou de l’endommagement de ces articles.
Limited Warranty Statement 99 Battery Limited Warranty The limited warranty on the battery included with your Sony VAIO Notebook Computer covers defects in material or workmanship for a period of 30 days from the original date of purchase. This warranty is not extendible. For the purposes of this Limited Warranty, “SONY” means Sony Electronics Inc. for Products purchased in the United States of America and Sony of Canada Ltd. for Products purchased in Canada.
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Index A About This Computer tab 64 AC adapter 8 AC power 8 AC Profile power setting 65 accessing online support 15 adding hardware 33 peripherals 33 printers 37 adjusting brightness 20 air circulation 90 Alt key 17 Application Recovery CDs 87 Applications key 17 attaching port replicator 36 audio CDs 57 Audio-Video Center, using 56 B Basic/Advanced tab 64 battery pack 9, 92 charge status icons 68 charging 10 connector 6 indicator light status 10 indicator lights 5, 10, 19 inserting 9 loading 9 power sta
102 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide using 43 charge status indicator light 10 charging battery pack 10 choosing power source 9 cleaning computer 90 coin-operated telephones 34 computer cleaning 90 condensation 91 customizing 63 lithium ion battery v setting up 5 setup screen 63 starting 12 troubleshooting 7984 connecting CD-ROM drive 26, 43 coin-operated telephones 34 digital still camera 41 digital video recorder 48 external keyboard 40 external mouse 40 external speakers 46, 47 floppy disk drive 2
103 documentation 75 Enable Ports tab 64 ergonomic considerations 23 Escape key 17 Expand button 58 Express Service technical support 15 external devices display 3, 39 See also monitor keyboard 40 mouse 40 speakers 46, 47 F faxes laws governing iv FDD connector 6, 24 Finish button 14 floppy disk drive connecting 24 connector 6 disconnecting 25 troubleshooting 82 Fn key 17 combination commands 20 function keys 16, 17 G glare 3 H handling audio CDs 92 CD-ROM discs 91, 92 diskettes 91 Hard Disk Sleep power
104 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide left button 5 lever LCD 12 lighting 3 Limited Warranty 15, 95 Line In 6 Liquid Crystal Display screen See LCD lithium ion battery disposal v safety precautions v loading battery pack 9 location for computer 3 M maintenance 90, 93 Maximum Battery Life power setting 65 Maximum Performance power setting 65 microphone 5 modem connector 6 indicator 5 laws governing iv troubleshooting 82 moisture condensation 91 monitor 35, 73 connecting 38 connector 39 selecting 39
105 programmable key 7 switch 7, 12 Power Management toolbar 67 power management settings 65 Power Management Off power setting 65 Power On Device Sequence tab 64 Password tab 64 power saving modes 31 System Hibernation 20, 32 System Suspend 20, 31 Video Standby 20 power setting AC Profile 65 LCD (Video) Standby 66 Maximum Battery Life 65 Maximum Performance 65 Power Management Off 65 System Hibernation 66 System Suspend 66 power sources 9, 89 connecting 8 power standby Hard Disk Sleep 66 PowerPanel activa
106 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide call instructions 77 Call SOS button 78 options 75 SOS screen 77 SOS See Sony Online Support speakers built-in 5 connectors 6 external 46, 47 troubleshooting 82 Start button 13, 63 starting computer 12 startup problems 13 stylus 6 switching display 20 monitor 20 System Hibernation mode 20, 32, 66 system problems, fixing 60 System Suspend mode 20, 31, 66 T technical support 15 support options 75 Tool Center, using 60 touchpad 5, 21 troubleshooting 7984 startup 13
