Sony PCG-C1VN Primary User Manual

V AIO C1 Pictur eBook Notebook

PCG-C1VN

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®

User Guide

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4-650-626-11© 2000 Sony Electronics Inc.

VAIO C1 PictureBook Notebook User Guide

VAIO® C1 PictureBook™
Notebook User Guide

PCG-C1VN

VAIO® C1 PictureBook™ Notebook User Guide

Notice to Users

2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights

©

reserved. This manual and the software
described herein, in whole or in part, may not
be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any
machine-readable form without prior written
approval.

SONY ELECTRONICS INC. PROVIDES NO
WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS
MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND
HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY
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FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL
DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT,
CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS
MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR
THE USE THEREOF.

Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make
any modification to this manual or the
information contained herein at any time
without notice. The software described herein is
governed by the terms of a separate user license
agreement.

This product contains software owned by Sony
and licensed by third parties. Use of such
software is subject to the terms and conditions
of license agreements enclosed with this
product. Some of the software may not be
transported or used outside the United States.
Software specifications are subject to change
without notice and may not necessarily be
identical to current retail versions.

Updates and additions to software may require
an additional charge. Subscriptions to online
service providers may require a fee and credit
card information. Financial services may
require prior arrangements with participating
financial institutions.

As an ENERGY STA R
Partner, Sony Corporation
has determined that this
product meets the

NERGY STAR

E

guidelines for energy
efficiency.

The International

E

NERGY STAR Office
Equipment Program is an international program
that promotes energy saving through the use of
computers and other office equipment.
The program backs the development and
dissemination of products with functions that
effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an
open system in which business proprietors can
participate voluntarily. The targeted products
are office equipment such as computers,
displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their
standards and logos are uniform among
participating nations.

E

NERGY STAR is a U. S.

registered mark.

Sony, Handycam, Mavica, Media Bar, i.LINK,
MovieShaker, PictureGear, VAIO and the VAIO
logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows Me, Windows Media,
Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo
are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. Crusoe is a trademark of
Transmeta Corporation.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners

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Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are
located on the bottom of your Sony Digital
Studio. Refer to the model and serial number
when you call your Sony Service Center.

Model Number: PCG-141A

A socket outlet should be as close

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as possible to the unit and easily
accessible.

! Caution: To reduce the risk of fire,

use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.

Serial Number:________________________

Safety Information

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard,

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do not expose your notebook to
rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not

❑

open the cabinet. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel only.

Never install modem or telephone

❑

wiring during a lightning storm.
Never install telephone jacks in

❑

wet locations unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet
locations.

Never touch uninsulated

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telephone wire or terminals
unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network
interface.

Use caution when installing or

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modifying telephone lines.
Avoid using the modem during an

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electrical storm.
Do not use the modem or a

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telephone to report a gas leak in
the vicinity of the leak.

! Attention : Afin de réduire les

risques d'incendie, n'utilisez qu'un
cordon de communication N0. 26
AWG ou plus gros.

AVERTISSEMENT

Pour prévenir tout risque

❑

d’incendie ou d’électrocution,
garder cet appareil à l’abri de la
pluie et de l’humidité.

Pour prévenir tout risque

❑

d’électrocution, ne pas ouvrir le
châssis de cet appareil et ne
confier son entretien qu’à une
personne qualifiée.

Ne jamais effectuer l’installation

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de fil modem ou téléphone durant
un orage électrique.

Ne jamais effectuer l’installation

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d’une prise téléphonique dans un
endroit mouillé à moins que la
prise soit conçue à cet effet.

Ne jamais toucher un fil

❑

téléphonique à découvert ou un
terminal à moins que la ligne
téléphonique n’ait été débranché
de l’interface réseau.

Soyez très prudent lorsque vous

❑

installez ou modifiez les lignes
téléphoniques.

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Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant
un orage électrique.

❑

N’utilisez pas le modem ni le
téléphone pour prévenir d’une
fuite de gas si vous êtes près de la
fuite.

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L’appareil doit être le plus près
possible d’une prise murale pour
en faciliter l’accès.

Regulatory Information

If you have any questions about this product,
you can reach the Sony Customer Information
Service Center at 1-888-4SONYPC; or write to
the Sony Customer Information Service Center
at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Meyers, FL 33913,
or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at:
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:

❑

Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.

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Increase the separation between
the equipment and the receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is
connected.

Model No.: PCG-141A

Responsible
Party:

Address: 1 Sony Drive

Telephone: [phone]

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These

Sony Electronics Inc.

Park Ridge, NJ 07656

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Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician
for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.

Only peripherals (computer input/output
devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply
with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this
computer product. Operation with
non-compliant peripherals is likely to result in
interference to radio and television reception.

All cables used to connect peripherals must be
shielded and grounded. Operation with cables,
connected to peripherals, that are not shielded
and grounded, may result in interference to
radio and television reception.

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FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the
FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a
label that contains, among other information,
the FCC equivalence number (REN) for this
equipment. If requested, this information must
be provided to the telephone company.

This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone
jack.

The REN is used to determine the quantity of
devices which may be connected to the
telephone line. Excessive RENs on the
telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In
most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs
should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of
the number of devices that may be connected to
the line, as determined by the total RENs,
contact the telephone company to determine the
maximum REN for the calling area.

If the terminal equipment causes harm to the
telephone network, the telephone company will
notify you in advance that temporary
discontinuance of service may be required. But
if advance notice is not practical, the telephone
company will notify the customer as soon as
possible. Also, you will be advised of your right
to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe
it is necessary.

The telephone company may make changes in
its facilities, equipment, operations or
procedures that could affect the operations of
the equipment. If this happens, the telephone
company will provide advance notice in order
for you to make the necessary modifications in
order to maintain uninterrupted service.

Repair of this equipment should be made only
by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized
agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you,
call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).

This equipment cannot be used on public coin
service provided by the telephone company.
Connection to Party Line Service is subject to
state and possible provincial tariffs. (Contact
the state or provincial utility service
commission, public service commission, or
corporation commission for information.)

Telephone Consumer
Protection Act of 1991
(United States)

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of
1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a
computer or other electronic device to send any
message via a telephone facsimile machine
unless such message clearly contains, in a
margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted
page or on the first page of the transmission, the
date and time it is sent and an identification of
the business, other entity, or individual sending
the message, and the telephone number of the
sending machine or such business, other entity,
or individual.

In order to program this information into your
facsimile machine, see your fax software
documentation.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment,
you can reach the Sony Customer Information
Service Center at 1-888-4SONYPC; or write to
the Sony Customer Information Service Center
at 12451 Gateway Blvd., FL 33913, or find
Sony Customer Service on the web at
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

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Telephone Consumer
Guidelines (Canada)

Please refer to your telephone directory under
‘Privacy Issues’ and/or ‘Terms of Service.’
For more detailed information, please contact:

CRTC
Terrasses de la Chaudiére, Tour centrale
1 promenade du Portage, 5 étage Hull PQ K1A
0N2.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

Cet àppareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

! Danger of explosion if battery is

! Une batterie non conforme

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM-ION

incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used
batteries according to the
manufacturers instructions.

présente un danger d'explosion.
La remplacer seulement par une
batterie identique ou de type
équivalent recommandé par le
fabricant. Évacuer les batteries
usées selon les directives du
fabricant.

BATTERY

You can return your unwanted lithium ion
batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or
Factory Service Center.

In some areas the disposal of lithium

✍

ion batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.

For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call
1-888-476-6972 in the United States or
1-800-961-7669 in Canada.

! Do not handle damaged or leaking

lithium ion batteries.

! Ne pas manipuler les batteries au

lithium-ion qui fuient ou sont
endommagées.

! The battery pack used in this

device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if
mistreated. Do not disassemble,
heat above 212°F (100°C) or
incinerate.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.

! La manutention incorrecte du

module de batterie de cet appareil
présente un risque d'incendie ou
de brûlures chimiques. Ne pas
démonter, incinérer ou exposer à
une température de plus de 100°C.
Évacuer promptement la batterie
usée. Garder hors de portée des
enfants.

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INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies
certified equipment. This certification means
that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network protective,
operational and safety requirements as
prescribed in the appropriate Terminal
Equipment Technical Requirements
document(s). The Department does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the
user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should
ensure that it is permissible to be connected to
the facilities of the local telecommunications
company. The equipment must also be installed
using an acceptable method of connection.

The customer should be aware that compliance
with the above conditions may not prevent
degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be
coordinated by a representative designated by
the supplier. Equipment malfunctions or any
repairs or alterations made by the user to this
equipment may give the telecommunications
company cause to request that the user
disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection
that the electrical ground connections of the
power utility, telephone lines and internal
metallic water pipe system, if present, are
connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to make such
connections themselves, but should contact the
appropriate electric inspection authority, or
electrician, as appropriate.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number
(REN) assigned to each terminal device
provides an indication of the maximum number
of terminals allowed to be connected to a
telephone interface. The termination on an
interface may consist of any combination of

devices subject only to the requirement that the
sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all
the devices does not exceed 5. The Ringer
Equivalence Number for this equipment is 0.1.

AVI S D E L’INDUSTRIE CANADA

AVI S : L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie
le matériel homologué.

Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est
conforme aux normes de protection,
d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de
télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les
documents concernant les exigences techniques
relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère
n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel
fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.

Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit
s’assurer qu’il est permis de le raccorder aux
installations de l’entreprise locale de
télécommunication. Le matériel doit également
être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de
raccordement. L’abonné ne doit pas oublier
qu’il est possible que la conformité aux
conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la
dégradation du service dans certaines
situations.

Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent
être coordonnées par un représentant désigné
par le fournisseur. L’entreprise de
télécommunications peut demander à
l’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite
de réparations ou de modifications effectuées
par l’utilisateur ou à cause de mauvais
fonctionnement.

Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit
s’assurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre de la
source d’énergie électrique, des lignes
téléphoniques et des canalisations d’eau
métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés
ensemble. Cette précaution est particulièrement
importante dans les régions rurales.

Avertissement: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter
de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit

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avoir recours à un service d’inspection des
installations électriques, ou à un électricien,
selon le cas.

AV I S : L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie
(IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal
indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui
peuvent être raccordés à une interface.

La terminaison d’une interface téléphonique
peut consister en une combination de quelques
dispositifs, à la seule condition que la somme
d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous
les dispositifs n’excède pas 5. L’indice
d'équivalence de la sonnerie de ce matériel
est 0.1.

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Contents

Welcome.................................................... 13

Features ....................................................................13

Unpacking Your Notebook ......................................14

Ergonomic Considerations .......................................16

Setting Up Your VAIO C1 PictureBook™

Notebook................................................... 21

Locating the Controls and Connectors .....................21

Connecting a Power Source .....................................25

Conserving Battery Power .......................................30

Starting Your VAIO C1 PictureBook Computer .....31

Shutting Down Your Computer ...............................32

Using the Keyboard ..................................................33

Using the built-in MOTION EYE™ camera ...........38

Using the Pointing Device ........................................43

Using PC Cards ........................................................45

Connecting with another VAIO® computer ............47

Connecting an i.LINK device ...................................48

VAIO Action Setup ..................................................51

The Jog Dial™ Control ............................................51

Using

Memory Stick®

Media .................................55

Using Power Saving Modes .....................................59

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Connecting Peripheral Devices .............. 61

Connecting a Phone Line ......................................... 62

Connecting a USB Printer ........................................ 64

Connecting a USB Mouse ........................................ 65

Connecting an External Display .............................. 66

Using the Floppy Disk Drive (optional) .................. 69

Connecting an Optical Drive (optional) ................... 71

Connecting External Speakers .................................75

Connecting an External Microphone .......................75

Recording from a Microphone or

Audio Equipment ..................................................... 76

About the Software on Your Computer ................... 79

OpenMG™ Jukebox Software Instructions ............. 82

Software Information ............................... 89

MovieShaker™ ........................................................89

PictureGear™ ..........................................................92

For Answers to Your Software Questions ...............94

Using the System and Application

Recovery CDs........................................... 97

Troubleshooting..................................... 101

Resources ...............................................................112

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Specifications ......................................... 115

Index ........................................................ 119

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Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® Notebook. Sony has
combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and
communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing.

Features

Here are just some of the features your VAIO notebook computer has to
offer (read the details in the Specifications chapter of this guide).

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Exceptional performance —

processor.

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Portability —

AC power.

The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without

Your computer includes a fast Crusoe™

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Sony audio and video quality —

you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games,
and entertainment software.

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Windows® Millennium Edition —

operating systems from Microsoft.

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Communications —

e-mail, browse the Internet, and use the dialing and fax features.

For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO® C1 PictureBook, see

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Specifications on page 115

Access popular online services, send and receive

A high-resolution LCD screen enables

Your system includes one of the latest

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Unpacking Your Notebook

Remove the following hardware items from the box:

Main Unit Power cord

AC adapter

AV Cable Rechargeable battery pack

Display adaptor Spare pointing device

covers

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Unpacking Your Notebook

Manuals

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VAIO® User Guide — Contains information on setting up your notebook,
supplementary updates and software information. This manual describes the
features and specifications of your notebook, the applications included with
your system, how to contract software vendors, and solve common
problems.

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Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition Getting Started — Explains
how to use the basic features of this latest Microsoft operating system.

Software CD

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Microsoft® Word 2000 —

Allows you to reinstall Microsoft Word 2000 to

the VAIO notebook you purchased.

Recovery CDs

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System Recovery CD(s) —

Allows you to restore the software titles that
shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can
only be used to restore the hard disk of the VAIO notebook you purchased.

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Application Recovery CD(s) —

Allows you to reinstall individual

applications or device drivers if they become corrupted or erased.

To use these recovery CDs, you need to purchase either the PCG-CD51/A CD-ROM

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drive or the PCGA-DVD51/A DVD drive (see Using the System and Application
Recovery CDs on page 97).

Other

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Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster)

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Packet containing special product offers

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Ergonomic Considerations

You will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of
environments. Whenever possible, you should apply the following ergonomic
considerations to both stationary and portable environments.

Recommended position

Computer positioned
directly in front of you

Arms at desk
level

Wrists relaxed
and flat

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Position of your computer —

Place the computer directly in front of you as
you work. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in a neutral,
comfortable position while using the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse.
Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take breaks during
sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain
muscles or tendons.

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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.

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Ergonomic Considerations

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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. You can
adjust the brightness setting of the display also.

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Lighting —

Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare
or reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the
display. You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce
glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness.

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Placement of an external display —

When using an external display, set
the display at a comfortable viewing distance. Make sure the display screen
is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor.

Notes on Setup

Setting Up Your Notebook

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Do not place your computer in a location subject to:

❑

Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts

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Direct sunlight

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Excessive dust

❑

Moisture or rain

❑

Mechanical vibration or shock

❑

Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded

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Ambient temperature of more than 95ºF (35ºC) or less than 40ºF (5ºC)

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High humidity

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Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The computer’s
electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction.

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Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not
place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets, or near
materials such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots.
Leave a space of at least 8 inches behind the back panel of the computer.

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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.

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Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise,
problems may result.

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Do not use cut or damaged connection cables.

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If the telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and
determines that your computer is responsible for a problem, the telephone
company may bill you for the service call. Also, if you do not disconnect
your computer when it is adversely affecting the telephone line, the
telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct
the problem.

Handling Your Notebook

❑

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the computer, shut down your
computer and then unplug it. You may want to have the computer checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any further.

❑

Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer.

Cleaning Your Notebook

❑

Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer.

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Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen. Use a soft, dry
cloth to wipe the LCD screen.

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Clean the computer with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent,
such as alcohol or benzine.

Handling the LCD Screen

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Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD. Be careful
when using the computer near a window.

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Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it. This could cause
malfunction.

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Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual
image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer returns to
normal temperature, the screen returns to normal.

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A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed
for a lengthy period of time. The residual image disappears in a while. You
can use a screen saver to prevent residual images.

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Ergonomic Considerations

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The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not
indicate a malfunction.

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The LCD is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may,
however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that
continuously appear on the LCD. This is a normal result of the
manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.

On Moisture Condensation

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If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one,
moisture may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an
hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your
computer, and contact your Sony Service Center.

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Setting Up Your VAIO C1
PictureBook™ Notebook

This section describes how to start using your notebook and the internal and
external devices, such as the pointing device and optional floppy disk drive.

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Front

1 MOTION EYE camera

2 Microphone

3 LCD screen

4 Keyboard

5 Pointing device

6 Speakers

7 Left/Center/Right buttons

8 Memory Stick indicator

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9 Num Lock indicator

10 Caps Lock indicator

11 Scroll Lock indicator

12 Power button

13 CAPTURE button

14 Power indicator

15 Battery indicator

16 Hard disk drive indicator

Left

1 i.LINK® (IEEE1394) S400 connector

2 Memory stick media slot

3PC card slot

4 Ventilation duct

t

There is a ventilation duct located near the PC card slot. Do not cover the ventilation

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duct while your computer is on.

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Right

Locating the Controls and Connectors

1 ID label

2 AV Out connector

3 Headphone connector

4 Microphone connector

5 USB connector

6 DC In (page 25)

7 Mini VGA/TV Out Connector (page 66)

8 Jog Dial Control (page 51)

9 Phone line jack (page 62)

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Bottom

1 Reset switch

2 Memory Stick media slot window

3 Battery lock/unlock lever (page 26)

4 Battery release lever (page 29)

5 Battery connector (page 25)

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Connecting a Power Source

Connecting a Power Source

You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source.

Using the AC Adapter

1

Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the
computer.

2

Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter.

3

Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.

Connecting Computer to AC Outlet

Notebook computer

DC In

Use your notebook only with the supplied AC adapter. To disconnect your notebook

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completely from the main power source, unplug the AC adapter. Make sure that the
electrical outlet is easily accessible.

AC adapter
(supplied)

Notes on the AC Adapter

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Your computer operates on 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz.

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Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as
a copy machine or shredder.

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You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents
damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that
may occur during an electrical storm.

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Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.

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To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

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Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the
computer for a long time.

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When the AC adapter is not in use, unplug it from the AC outlet.

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Use only the AC adapter supplied. Do not use any other AC adapter.

Using Battery Power

You can use a battery pack as a source of power. The PCGA-BP51A 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-BP52A/BP54 battery pack as a

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separate option.

To insert the battery pack

1

Make sure the Lock lever on the bottom of the computer is in the “unlock”
position.

2

Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the notches and tabs on the
back of the computer. Slide the battery towards the computer until it clicks
into place.

3

Slide the Lock lever into the lock position.

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Inserting Battery Pack

Connecting a Power Source

1

LOCK UNLOCK

Battery

2

Grooves

3

LOCK UNLOCK

To charge the battery pack

1

Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

2

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.

The battery indicator indicates the status of the battery pack.

You can charge the battery pack with the optional battery charger PCGA-BC5. See the

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battery charger manual for more information.

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Battery Indicator Light

Battery

Battery Indicator
Light Status Meaning

On The computer is using battery power.
Single-blink The battery is running out of power.

Battery indicator

Double-blink The battery is charging.
Off The computer is using AC power.

Both the battery and power indicators blink when the battery is running out of power.

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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 59.

The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium-ion battery and can be
recharged at any time. Charging a partially discharged battery does not affect battery
life.

The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source.
When battery life is nearly depleted, the battery indicator starts flashing.

For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer may not
enter system hibernation mode when the battery life is low. To avoid loss of data when
using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a
power management mode, such as system suspend or system hibernation.

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Connecting a Power Source

To remove the battery pack

1

Turn off the computer.

2

Slide the release levers to the UNLOCK position and slide the battery away
from the computer.

Unlocking Battery Pack

Battery release lever

Battery lock/unlock lever

You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not

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connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while the computer is in
System Suspend mode.

Additional Notes On Batteries

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Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140° F (60° C), such as
under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.

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Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery
efficiency at low temperatures.

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Charge the batteries at temperatures between 50° F and 80° F (10° C to
30°C). Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.

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While the battery is in use or being discharged, the battery pack heats up.
This is normal and is not cause for concern.

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Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat.

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Keep the battery pack dry.

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Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack.

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Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.

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If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time, remove the
battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery.

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