VAIO Slimtop™ Computer User Guide
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Contents Welcome.................................................................5 Locating Controls and Connectors .....................7 Front Panel Overview..................................................................... 7 Back Panel Overview ................................................................... 10 Sony Pen Tablet Display .............................................................. 12 Additional System Capabilities ....................................................
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Configuring Your VAIO Computer .................... 77 Hard Disk Drive Partition.............................................................. 77 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility .................................................. 78 To Enable Ethernet Connectivity................................................... 79 System, Application, and Driver Recovery CD(s) ................................ 81 To Use the System Recovery CD(s) ...........................................
Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO Slimtop™ computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. This User Guide contains information about the features of your new computer, configuring your system, and contact information for software vendors.
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Locating Controls and Connectors Front Panel Overview The front panel of your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer enables access to the CD-RW/DVD combo drive, and the Memory Stick® and PC card slots. It also contains Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports to connect compatible peripheral devices. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Front Panel OPEN/CLOSE MEMORY STICK HD DISC 1 Optical drive eject button Ejects a disc from the optical drive. 2 Optical drive See Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Memory Stick® media access indicator light Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to a Memory Stick media. 4 Hard disk drive access indicator light Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk.
Front Panel Overview Front Panel (cont.) MEMORY STICK MEMORY STICK PC CARD OPEN/CLOSE HD i.LINK S400 USB DISC 8 PC Card slot A PC card (also called a PCMCIA card) can be installed in this slot. PC cards enable you to add functionality to your system. 9 MEMORY STICK media slot Insert a Sony Memory Stick media into this slot. 10 Universal Serial Bus (USB) port Connection for a USB device. 11 i.LINK® 4-pin port (IEEE1394) Connection for a compatible i.LINK digital device.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer contains the ports and jacks for supplied and optional peripheral equipment or accessories. The icons on the back panel help locate and identify the ports and jacks on your computer. Back Panel MONITOR NETWORK/USB LINE PHONES LINE IN MIC i.LINK S400 PHONE LCD USB ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of the features listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased.
Back Panel Overview 4 Ethernet port 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interface. (The port marked with (Network) is for LAN (Local Area Network) connections only.) 5 Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (2) Connections for USB devices. Two USB ports are located on the back panel and one USB port is located on the modem card (See No. 13). 6 Headphones jack Connection for optional headphones or computer speakers. 7 Line In jack Connection for an optional audio device.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Sony Pen Tablet Display Your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer is supplied with a Pen Tablet display. This section describes the features and connection capabilities of your Sony Pen Tablet. Sony Pen Tablet display (Shown in an upright position) M U 1 S O U S E B Power indicator light Light is green while the power is on. When the computer enters Stand by mode, this indicator light turns amber.
Additional System Capabilities To use the Memory Stick Media slot Your VAIO Slimtop™ computer is designed to support the Sony Memory Stick® media. A Memory Stick media is a compact, portable, and versatile data storage device designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with similarly equipped products. Inserting the Memory Stick Media Insert Memory Stick media facing this direction ✍ Memory Stick media does not support AVI file playback.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Using PC Cards Your computer has a card bus PC card slot that supports Type I or Type II PC (PCMCIA) cards. You do not need to shut down your computer when inserting a PC card. To insert a PC card 1 Slide front panel cover in the direction of arrow as shown, to open the front panel. Opening the front panel 2 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot until it clicks into position.
Using PC Cards Ejecting a PC card ✍ If you eject the PC card incorrectly, the system may not work correctly. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Windows® task tray. 2 Click the name of the card that you want to eject, then click Stop. The Stop a Hardware device window appears. 3 Click OK. 4 When the message “Safe to Remove Hardware” appears, push the PC card Eject button on the front panel of the system unit.
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To Use the Sony Pen Tablet and Accessories To Use the Sony Pen Tablet and Accessories Your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer is supplied with a Sony Pen Tablet display, a VAIO® Pen, and accessories. This section provides information on using the Pen Tablet display and accessories. About the Pen Tablet Display and Accessories The Sony Pen Tablet is a graphic interface that provides a pressure-sensitive work area.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide To Adjust the Sony Pen Tablet Display Adjust your Pen Tablet display by holding both sides of the display, and then pushing the display panel out and up. Adjusting the viewing angle Setting the display height and viewing angle Set the display height so that it covers the keyboard, and adjust the screen for a viewing angle that enables you to work with the tablet and VAIO pen comfortably.
Using the VAIO Pen Using the VAIO Pen The VAIO® Pen controls the cursor movements on the Sony Pen Tablet screen. Hold the pen in the same manner as a pen or pencil, making sure that the rocker switch on the side is within reach of your thumb or forefinger, but cannot be accidentally pressed while drawing or writing. The VAIO Pen is activated when it is held within close proximity to the pen tablet screen.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide To change the settings of your VAIO Pen Your VAIO® Pen tip, eraser, and the upper/lower switch positions are programmable. By default, the basic functions performed by the VAIO Pen are: ❑ Pointing — Place the tip of the pen anywhere on the pen tablet screen and the screen cursor will automatically correspond to that point.
Configuring the VAIO Pen Functions Configuring the VAIO Pen Functions The eraser, upper and lower switch positions can be programmed to perform different functions. See the Sony Pen Tablet online Help for more information on VAIO Pen settings. To change the pen tip, eraser and upper/lower switch functions 1 Click Start in the Windows® Taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Other Control Panel Options. 3 Click Sony Tablet. The Sony Tablet Properties window appears.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Function Description Left-Click Left Double-Click Right-Click Middle-Click Left-Click Lock Keystroke Modifier Pressure Hold Mode Toggle Pop-up Menu Erase Ignored Single click of the left mouse button. Double-click of the left mouse button. Single click of the right mouse button. Clicking the center wheel button of a wheel mouse. Holds down the left mouse button. Performs a programmed keystroke. Operates as the Shift, Alt, or Ctrl key (as programmed).
Configuring the VAIO Pen Functions 3 Click Apply. The on-screen cursor location is adjusted to correspond to the pen tip. ✍ You can reset your VAIO® Pen functions to the default settings by using the “Reset Tab to Default” button. You can revert to a previously saved setting by using the “Revert Tab.” To adjust the pen tip pressure and feel 1 From the Sony Tablet Properties screen, click the Tip Feel tab. 2 Test the pen tip feel by drawing lines in the “Draw here” Test area.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 6 Click Apply. The new tip pressure feel settings are applied to the pen. ✍ You can reset your pen tip pressure feel to the default settings by using the “Reset Tab to Default” button. You can revert to previously saved pen tip pressure feel settings by using the “Revert Tab.” To adjust the pen’s double-click speed and distance 1 From the Sony Tablet Properties screen, click the Double-Click tab.
Configuring the VAIO Pen Functions 5 You may test your double-click speed and distance settings by tapping twice on in the Test area. If your tapping matches the current double-click settings, the button icon changes ( ) to indicate a successful test. If the icon does not change after several tests, review your double-click speed and distance settings. 6 Click Apply. The new double-click speed and distance settings are applied to the pen.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 5 Click More Options if you wish to make a more in-depth adjustment to the eraser pressure feel. 6 Click Apply. The new eraser pressure feel settings are applied to the pen. ✍ You can reset your eraser pressure feel to the default settings by using the “Reset Tab to Default” button. You can revert to previously saved eraser pressure feel levels by using the “Revert Tab.
Configuring the VAIO Pen Functions Customizing the pen settings for specific software applications You can customize your pen settings for a specific software application. When you use different software, the associated pen settings are applied automatically, enabling you to take full advantage of each software application’s features. To add an application to the custom settings list 1 From the Sony Tablet Properties window, click “Add Application to List...”.
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VAIO Action Setup VAIO® Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Programmable Power Keys (PPKs) and internal timer. For more information on changing these settings using VAIO Action Setup, see the VAIO Action Setup Help file. Accessing the VAIO Action Setup Help file 1 Click Start in the Windows® Taskbar and select All Programs. 2 Select VAIO Action Setup and click VAIO Action Setup Help.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Using the Programmable Power Keys Your VAIO® computer is equipped with technology that enables you to access your favorite applications quickly. Each Programmable Power Key (PPK) on your VAIO Convertible keyboard is programmed to launch a preset application with a single press of the key. If you wish, you can use VAIO Action Setup to change the PPK functions. The Programmable Power Keys are located at the right side of your keyboard, and are numbered P1 through P4.
Setting the Internal Timer Setting the Internal Timer The VAIO Action Setup software enables you to set your computer’s internal timer to launch certain applications or documents automatically. ✍ Some software applications take longer than others to launch. It is advisable to confirm in advance the amount of time your selected application takes to start. To select the timer’s launch application 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and select All Programs.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Changing the Sony Software Window Design You can select from different window designs for your Sony software and create your own personal computing environment. To change the window design 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select the Control Panel. 2 Click Other Control Panel Options. 3 Click UI Design Selector. 4 Click << or >> and select the desired design. 5 Click Apply. 6 The “UI Design Selector” window design changes.
Using the AutoAlert E-mail Notification System Using the AutoAlert E-mail Notification System The VAIO® Action Setup utility enables you to program your computer to notify you when new mail arrives in your e-mail mailbox. The Information LED turns red to indicate that new e-mail has arrived. The AutoAlert™ E-mail Notification System uses Microsoft® Outlook® Express software as the default e-mail software.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide If you are using the timer to download e-mail automatically If you set up the timer to retrieve your email, your settings may need adjusting to ensure proper connection and disconnection. ❑ Set up your e-mail software to reconnect automatically if it does not connect the first time. ❑ Set up your e-mail software to disconnect automatically when all mail has been downloaded.
VAIO AV Applications Your VAIO® computer is preconfigured with a collection of audio and video (AV) applications that make it easy to use advanced multimedia technology. This section describes the VAIO® AV applications. ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. Sony’s original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that have transitions, background music, and text. Just import your video clips and “shake” with a click of the mouse. Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to share with family and friends. PictureGear™ Sony Electronics Inc. This image management software displays images from your hard drive, a Sony digital still camera, or a Sony Mavica® camera.
DigitalPrint Software DigitalPrint Software DigitalPrint is designed to creatively manage your digital pictures. With its easyto-use features, you can quickly load images from your digital camera or camcorder, print high-quality photos, and make personalized photo albums and labels to share with friends and family. DigitalPrint main browser window Using PhotoCapture Capture and import your digital pictures from your digital camera or camcorder, to your computer.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide PhotoCapture window 2 Click the camera icon to open the Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box. You can enter a name for a new folder or click Select Photo Folder, to import your pictures to an existing folder. Click OK.
DigitalPrint Software 3 Click the Capture button to capture still images. You can preview a thumbnail version of your pictures in the selection view window. Capture Pictures from Video window 4 Select the desired pictures and click the Get Pictures button. The PhotoCapture picture editor window appears. 5 Click the View button to see an enlarged version of a selected picture. You can use (Rotate) to change the position of a selected picture. Use the Delete button to eliminate any unwanted pictures.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Using PhotoCollection You can select and print your favorite digital pictures, using your computer and home printer. 1 Click (Photo) to open the PhotoCollection window. A list of available Folders is displayed on the left side of the window, with the folder contents displayed as thumbnail pictures on the right. PhotoCollection window 2 Select the desired folder. From the thumbnail view, click to select the pictures you want to print.
DigitalPrint Software Printer and Paper selection window 6 Click Print All to begin printing all pages, or click “Print the selected page only” to print a specific page of photos. Using PhotoDecor You can decorate your favorite photos with clip art, stamps, or your own drawing talent. Add, remove, and change your designs to create your own unique photo art. 1 Click (Edit) to open the PhotoDecor - New PhotoDecor window.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 2 Select the desired folder. From the thumbnail view, click to select the pictures you want to decorate. The PhotoDecor editing window appears. 3 Use the decoration features on the right side of the window by clicking on the desired decoration icon and then dragging the decoration onto your photo. 4 Click the Print button when your photo is ready to be printed. You can save your decorated pictures before printing. Name the new picture and click Save.
DigitalPrint Software 2 Click Create New Album. The Select Photo window appears. 3 Select the photos you want to include in your album from the available folders displayed. Click List to select individual pictures from each folder. The Select Design window appears. 4 Select a design template for your album. Use the scroll bar to see all available designs. When you have selected the design, the Select Layout window appears. 5 Select a page layout for your album.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 2 Click to select a media type. The Select Paper window appears. 3 Select the media’s paper layout. The Select Design window appears. 4 Select a design template. Add your decorations or customize the design template, as desired. ✍ A new window appears, enabling you to list the contents of your audio or video media. You can create a song or video list, depending on the type of media label being created.
DVgate Software DVgate Software Connecting a digital video camcorder Turn off the power to your digital video camcorder before connecting it to your computer. After connecting the device, turn its power back on. You do not need to turn off the computer when connecting the camcorder. To use DVgate™ software with a digital video camcorder ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Do not use DVgate™ software when the connected digital video device is in Timer Recording mode, as this may produce a malfunction in the device.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide To use DVgate software to record AVI files to tape ❑ Do not use DVgate™ software when the connected digital video device is in Timer Recording mode, as this could produce a malfunction in the device. ✍ You can record only AVI files. MPEG files cannot be recorded. ❑ ❑ Avoid recording problems, such as a single frame appearing in multiple frames, by closing other applications on your system while recording. You cannot use different audio modes on the same tape.
DVgate Software 4 Double-click Premiere Plug-in, and then double-click to open the 6.0 folder. 5 Double-click Setup.exe and the Run window appears. Click OK. 6 From the installation wizard, follow the on-screen instructions to install the plug-in.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide MovieShaker Software MovieShaker™ software can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any previous knowledge of film editing. In a few simple steps, video files can be made from still images with added special effects and music files. Save your personal video creation in a format that is compatible with most computers.
MovieShaker Software To import images and sound clips 1 Click . The Import file browser window appears. 2 Find the clip(s) you want to add. 3 Click to select the clip(s). The file(s) are added to the Import clip tray. ✍ You can delete a clip from the Import clip tray by dragging the clip’s icon to the trash icon located on the Edit tray of the working panel. Importing image or sound files that are over 30 seconds in length, may cause the MovieShaker software to stop responding.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 4 Add text to your new movie by clicking on the Input button. 5 To preview, rewind, or fast forward your movie, use the Playback buttons. ✍ Scenes created with the Shake feature begin with a black screen in the Shake tray window. Your scenes appear during movie playback. To add effects to a scene or a clip 1 Double-click or drag the desired clip or scene to move it to the Story Board tray. 2 Click the Effect button on the Effect tray.
MovieShaker Software To add text effects to a scene or clip 1 Double-click or drag the clip or scene to move it to the Story Board tray. 2 Click the Text button on the Editing tray. Effects Tray (Text button selected) 3 Click the Text Setting button to create customized text. The Text Setting dialog box appears, enabling you select the desired font, color, and positioning for your text. 4 Drag the Text effect icon you want to add from the Effect tray to the Effect palette on the working panel.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide To save a movie 1 Verify that the movie or clips you want to save are located on the Story Board tray. 2 Click the Export button on the working panel. 3 Select the format in which you want the movie to be saved. ✍ You can click on each export format to view its description and use. Export window 4 Click Next. 5 Locate the folder to which you want the file saved and name your file before saving. 6 Click Save.
MovieShaker Software Using ImageStation online service with MovieShaker software ImageStationSM is an online service that allows you to store your pictures and movies on the Internet to share with family and friends. ImageStation requires an Internet connection and registration for the Web-based service. You must be connected to the Internet before uploading your pictures or movies using MovieShaker and ImageStation applications.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 6 When the ImageStation application on your computer connects with ImageStation online, your files are uploaded to the Web site. The Image Uploader window appears and displays the Internet connection and upload status. Image Uploader window 7 Go to http://www.imagestation.com to view your uploaded pictures or movies. Follow the on-screen instructions to access your ImageStation account.
PictureGear Software PictureGear Software PictureGear™ software is a digital image management application that allows you to view all the images stored in any directory on your computer. Thumbnail views provide quick reminders of your pictures. Use PictureGear software to brighten, add contrast, enhance, resize, crop, and color-correct your pictures. Create animations, screen savers, wallpaper, still pictures from MPEG, and HTML photo albums.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Creating a photo album 1 Click the Folder tab in the main window and browse to locate your pictures. 2 Select the pictures you want to include in your album. PIctureGear Album Maker dialog box 3 From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker. 4 Choose a Design template for your album. 5 Click the “Make soon” button to create your album immediately, using the PictureGear default settings.
PictureGear Software 6 Click the “Customize the design” button to add pictures, frames, text, and effects. Custom Album dialog box ✍ If you select the Custom Album process, the final album is created when you click the Finish button in the last dialog box. Custom album “Completed” dialog box 7 Click Save to designate the location where you want to save your album. 8 Enter a name for the target folder and click OK.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Smart Capture Software Smart Capture is a Sony application that manages the i.LINK® connection between your computer and a compatible i.LINK digital camera or camcorder. You can capture and enhance video or still images to share with your family and friends over the Internet or through e-mail. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.
Smart Capture Software 1 Mode indicator 4 Displays the current mode (Still or Net Movie). 2 Mode dial Connects you directly to the online Smart Capture Help. 5 Switches Smart Capture from Still mode to Net Movie mode with a single click of your mouse. 3 Options button Displays the configuration options available for either Still or Net Movie mode. Help button Capture button Captures your individual still images in the same manner as a camera.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 5 Click the Options button to view the available options for your still image capture. The Still Image Options window appears. Still Image Options window The Still Image Options window has four tabs: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 6 Capturing Mode — You can choose between Normal, Self-timer, or Panorama Capture modes. Image Size — Select the image size, horizontal by vertical, in pixels.
Smart Capture Software To capture a picture in Still mode 1 Use your digital camera or camcorder to locate the image you want to capture. When you see the desired image in the Smart Capture window, click the Capture button. The Still Viewer window appears. You can capture one picture or several pictures at a time. Still Viewer window 2 Click the arrows or drag the scroll bar to view the pictures.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide ✍ You must be connected to the Internet before attempting to upload or e-mail your still images or videos. Using Net Movie Mode 1 From the Start button in the Windows taskbar, select All Programs, select Smart Capture, and then click Smart Capture. The Smart Capture main window appears. 2 Connect your compatible i.LINK digital camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable (optional). An image appears in the Smart Capture main window.
Smart Capture Software 5 ❑ Destination — Select a file destination for your movies when recording video clips. ❑ Capture Button — Set the characteristics of the software’s on-screen Capture button. You can start and stop recording by clicking the Capture button (this is the default characteristic). You can select Anti-Ground Shooting, which allows recording to occur only while you click and hold the Capture button. Recording will stop when you release the button.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 3 You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by using the play, pause, and stop buttons. Click the arrows or drag the scroll bar to view your movie. Each frame is displayed with an identifying number in the queue. ✍ If you have set the Capture button to use the Anti-Ground setting, you must click and hold the Capture button to record your movie.
Smart Capture Software To upload with Movie Player 1 Click the Upload Button in Movie Player to begin transfer of your movie to the ImageStation Web site. The Image Uploader window appears and displays the Internet connection and upload status. Image Uploader window 2 Click to see thumbnail previews of your pictures or movies. To upload with Still Viewer 1 Click the Upload button in Still Viewer. The ImageStation Login window appears.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 3 From the Still Viewer window, click the Upload button to transfer your pictures or movies to the ImageStation Web site. The Image Uploader window displays your Internet connection and upload status. Click to see thumbnail previews of your pictures or movies. ✍ The ImageStation preview feature is available when you upload two or more pictures or a movie. No preview is shown if a single picture is being uploaded. 4 Go to http://www.imagestation.
SonicStage Software SonicStage Software SonicStage™ is a software application that utilizes copyright protection technology from Sony Corporation. SonicStage maintains the holder’s copyrights by preventing unauthorized distribution of digital audio files. SonicStage software lets you play and record from audio CDs and import digital audio files while maintaining copyright information.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Starting SonicStage 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then click All Programs. 2 Select SonicStage and then click SonicStage. ✍ The CDDB® (Compact Disc Database) Music Recognition Service registration wizard enables you to register with CDDB. You need Internet access from your computer to register and use this service. For more information regarding CDDB registration, click the Help button.
SonicStage Software SonicStage main window Playlist view 2 1 3 4 1 Feature tabs 5 5 Changes the screen view according to the selected feature. 2 Player control buttons Playlist drop-down list (Playlist view) Displays available playlists and audio files. 4 7 Tutorial Click to open or close the Tutorial feature. 6 Controls playback functions, such as play, pause, stop, fast forward, and reverse. You can increase or decrease volume and switch view modes.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Recording from a CD You can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists in SonicStage. ✍ When you record from an audio CD from your optical disc drive for the first time, the “CD Drive Optimization” dialog box appears. Click Start to verify your optical disc drive. After the verification is performed, recording begins. 1 Insert an audio CD into your system’s optical disc drive. 2 Click the CD tab.
SonicStage Software 5 Click (Rec to Jukebox) to begin recording. When the recording is finished, the new playlist appears in the File tree view of the Playlist window. Transferring songs (Check-In/Check-Out) You can transfer songs between the playlists in the SonicStage software and external devices or media. For more information on using your external devices or media, see the instructions supplied with the device or media. These instructions are for using the Check-In/Check-Out “1-step” method.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide 5 Click (Out), or drag the song to the desired position in the song list of the external device or media. Check Out begins. ✍ To cancel Check Out, click (Stop), or click Cancel in the Processing dialog box that is displayed during the Check Out process. Check In The songs you transfer to external devices or media can only be checked in to the hard drive of the same computer from which the songs were checked out.
SonicStage Software Additional features ❑ SonicStage Tutorial — SonicStage features are described in the Tutorial. The user-friendly interface instructs you on how to use all SonicStage features. ❑ SonicStage Backup Tool — You can back up and restore music, graphics, and information data managed by SonicStage. You must be connected to the Internet to use the SonicStage Backup Tool. ❑ Import audio files in various formats — You can import audio files in various formats, such as MP3 or WAV standards.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide VisualFlow Software VisualFlow™ software is a Sony state-of-the-art multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick® media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound files stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow software plays a selected movie or sound file and enables playback of files by other applications like PictureGear™, PictureToy™, and Memory Stick Slideshow.
VisualFlow Software 3 Click an icon in the View section on the main toolbar to select a display layout. 4 Click an icon in the Sort section on the main toolbar to select a sorting method. 5 Placing your cursor on the left end of the main toolbar activates the current Memory Stick properties. 6 Placing your cursor on the right end of the main toolbar activates a secondary toolbar with more functions. 7 Click an image to show a normal view centered on the screen.
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Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides information about maintaining your computer’s hard disk drive performance, connecting a compatible i.LINK® device, and enabling an Ethernet connection. Hard Disk Drive Partition To maintain optimum system performance, you should defragment your computer’s D partition regularly. To improve the performance of Sony audio and video software applications, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility Your VAIO computer may include either 4-pin or 6-pin, or both types, of i.LINK ports. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.
To Enable Ethernet Connectivity To Enable Ethernet Connectivity Your computer comes with a preinstalled Ethernet port. To enable faster start-up time, your computer may ship with this function disabled. You can enable Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below. Enabling the Ethernet connection 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel. 2 From the Pick a Category list, select Performance and Maintenance. The Performance and Maintenance dialog box appears.
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System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s) System Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc. The System Recovery CD utility enables you to restore the operating system and software that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc. The Application Recovery CD program enables you to reinstall individual applications. Use it to restore corrupted or erased files.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Full restore with format The System Recovery utility formats your hard disk drive and then restores all the original software applications. You will lose any software you have installed and any other files you have created since you started to use your computer. You must reinstall any applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it. Using the System Recovery CD(s) 1 Insert the System Recovery CD in your computer’s optical drive.
To Use the Application Recovery CD(s) To Use the Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual software applications if they become corrupted or are erased. Reinstalling an individual software application may correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer or specific application. You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide To Use the Driver Recovery CD The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual drivers and repair software applications if they become corrupted or are erased. You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer, peripheral hardware, or software application. ✍ If you need to reinstall all of the software applications that shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s).
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 Customer Support. Topics Topic: My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power light is lit on the front panel of the computer. ❑ Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk).
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Topic: My computer or software application stopped responding. You can try to locate and close the software application that has stopped responding. 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 From the Applications tab, locate the application that has the status message, “Not responding.” 3 Click to select the application and then click End Task. Windows attempts to close the application.
Topics 3 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the onscreen instructions according to your specific situation. Topic: Why does my computer take longer to start up after installing America Online® (AOL) software? Installing AOL on some computers may increase the time required to start up by as much as 60 seconds. You can decrease your computer’s start up time by disabling the AOL wide area network (WAN) driver.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Topic: The cursor on my Sony Pen Tablet display does not move or moves in an unpredictable manner when I use the VAIO® pen. You may need to configure your VAIO pen’s switch function. See “Configuring the VAIO Pen functions.” for information on calibrating your pen to the pen tablet display.
Topics Topic: My optical drive tray does not open. Use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Press the Eject button on the drive. Use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. 2 Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon. 3 Select Eject from the shortcut menu. ✍ Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD media. Adhesive labels may come off while the CD media is in use in your optical drive(s) and may cause damage to the unit.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Topic: I cannot play a DVD. If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player application, it may be that the region code of the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the region code setting of your optical drive. A region code is listed on the disc packaging. Region code indicators such as “1” or “ALL” are labeled on some DVDs to indicate the type of player that can play the disc.
Topics Topic: When I click an application icon, a message such as “You must insert the application CD into your drive” appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that are located on the application’s CD-ROM. Insert the disc and try starting the program again. ❑ Check to make sure you inserted the CD-ROM with the label side facing up.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Topic: Why is there no sound in any application? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack. If your speakers have a mute button, verify that it is turned off. If your speakers are powered by batteries, verify that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged. If your speakers use an external power source, verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip.
Topics ❑ If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems. ❑ For optimum performance, verify that your ISP point of presence (POP) phone number is compliant with V.90 standards. ❑ If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP, check that they are not experiencing technical problems. Try connecting your modem through another phone line, if available. ❑ Topic: My modem does not work.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Topic: How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-Tone dialing? 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Phone and Modem options. 3 From the Dialing Rules tab, click Edit. The Edit Location dialog box appears. 4 Select the Tone or Pulse option. Click OK. Topic: My microphone does not work. Check that the microphone is plugged into the MICROPHONE jack.
Topics Topic: My mouse does not work. ❑ ❑ ❑ Check that the mouse is plugged securely into the Mouse port. Save and close all open applications. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. There may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: 1 Save and close all applications, and turn off your computer. 2 Turn the mouse upside down.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Topic: I cannot find the Windows® taskbar. The Windows taskbar may be hidden or minimized. ❑ ❑ Use the mouse to locate a hidden taskbar by pointing to the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the screen. The taskbar appears when the cursor is placed over its location. 1 Right-click on the taskbar and select Properties from the shortcut menu. 2 Clear the check box for Autohide the taskbar, then click OK.
Topics 4 Select Local Printer, then click Next. ✍ Place a check mark in the box for “Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer,” if you are installing a recently manufactured printer with Plug and Play capability. 5 Select the appropriate port, usually LPT1, and then click Next. 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7 Follow the onscreen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Notes on Use The information in this section provides basic procedures to follow when handling your computer, components, and accessories. The power source ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 98 Your computer operates on 100–120 V AC 50/60 Hz only. Plug all the power cords for your computer and its peripheral equipment into the same AC supply line.
Notes on Use Disposal of the lithium battery Dispose of the lithium battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries. The lithium battery may explode if mistreated.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide ❑ 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.
Notes on Use and Maintaining Your VAIO Slimtop Computer. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add-on cards, and other components. Follow the procedures described in the online manual, Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Slimtop Computer, only at an ESD workstation.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Using the hard disk drive ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock. Do not move the computer during operation. Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature. Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets.
For Answers to Your Software Questions For Answers to Your Software Questions This section provides support information for your computer’s preinstalled software applications. ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased. Software support Check this support listing to locate information from the Internet, by e-mail, or by telephone.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Earthlink™ Network Total Access (Earthlink Network Inc.) Web site http://help.earthlink.net/techsupport phone 800-395-8410 e-mail support@earthlink.net hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition operating system, Internet Explorer, Outlook® Express, Office XP Professional (on selected models), Office XP Small Business Edition (on selected models) (Microsoft Corp.) Web site http://www.sony.
For Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Applications (Sony Electronics Inc.) Web site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport phone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972)* hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Sony Style Connect™ (Sony Electronics Inc.) Web site http://www.sonystyleconnect.com phone 888-584-4467 WordPerfect® (Corel Corp.) Web site http://www.corel.com/support/product_specific/wp9.
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide Resources Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer.
Index A AC power 10 adjusting pen/display distance 24 adjusting voltage settings 98 air circulation 99 Application Recovery CD(s) ARCDs 83 audio file formats 73 audio problems 92 AutoAlert E-mail Notification System 33 B background noise 94 battery, disposing of 99 Browser security 67 C cables 100 CD application recovery 83 driver recovery 84 problems 89 system recovery 81 CD-RW recording 91 Changing parallel port type 87 changing settings 30 Check-In/Check-out 71 cleaning your computer 99 compatibility,
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide precautions 100 telephone jack 11 USB port 9 cursor movement 88 D defragmenting hard disk drive 77 DigitalPrint software 37 LabelMaker 43 PhotoAlbum 42 PhotoCapture 37 PhotoCollection 40 PhotoDecor 41 disconnecting power cords 98 display viewing angle 18 drawing 88 Driver Recovery CD DRCD 84 DVD playback 90 problems 89 DVD-RW recording 91 DVgate software 45 Adobe Premiere plug-in 46 AVI files 46 using a digital video device 45 E ejecting optical drive tray 89 electronic e
Index J O Jog Dial 74 Opening system unit 10 operating system restore 81 K keyboard 95 port 12 L LCD display 101 lithium battery, disposal 99 losing power 98 lower switch position 19 M Memory Stick 74 Memory Stick media 13 Memory Stick media slot 9 Microphone 94 microphone jack 11 Microsoft Outlook Express 33 modem problems 93 speed 92 modem line jack 11 moisture condensation 100 monitor port 10 mouse 95 mouse port 12 MovieShaker software 48 adding effects 50 creating movies 48 saving a movie 52 uplo
VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide PictureGear software 55 creating a photo album 56 managing pictures 55 Pop-up Menu 26 power cord 98 disconnecting 98 fluctuations or loss 98 source precautions 98 PPK 30 printer installation 96 Programmable Power Keys 30 programming the VAIO Pen 20 PS/2 keyboard port 12 PS/2 mouse port 12 R radio interference 100, 101 recording 94 Recovery CD(s) 81 region code 90 removing computer cover 98 replacing the Pen tip 20 rocker switch 19 S Secure Sockets Layer 67 setting up conf
Index microphone 94 modem 93 modem speed 92 mouse 95 operating system locks computer optical drive tray eject 89 Pen Tablet drawing and erasing 88 VAIO Pen 88 Pen Tablet display Stand by or Suspend modes 88 printer 96 recover applications 85 recover drivers 85 software 91, 92 system response 96 using the mouse 88 Troubleshooting 85 turning off your computer 98 TV interference 100, 101 U Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) 98 Universal Serial Bus back panel port 11 Universal Serial Bus (USB) port 12 Univers
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