Sony PCV-L640 User Manual

VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide

PCV-L640

VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide

NOTICE

© 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in
whole or in part without written permission is
prohibited. 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
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
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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.

Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart,
VAIO Digital Studio, Media Park, DVgate,
Media Bar, Handycam, Mavica, PictureGear
and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony. Intel,
Pentium, and Celeron are trademarks of Intel
Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and the
Windows 98 logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.

This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims
of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is
intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.

All other trademarks are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective
owners.

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are
located on the back of your Sony VAIO
computer. Record the serial number in the space
provided here. Refer to the model and serial
numbers when you call your Sony Service
Center.

Model Number: PCV-L640

Serial Number:______________________

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Safety Information and Caution

CDRW Laser diode properties

Laser output

Wave Length

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To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose your desktop to
rain or moisture.To avoid
electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.

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Never install modem or telephone
wiring during a lightning storm.

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Never install telephone jacks in
wet locations unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet
locations.

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Never touch uninsulated
telephone wire or terminals
unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network
interface.

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Use caution when installing or
modifying telephone lines.

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Avoid using the modem during an
electrical storm.

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Do not use the modem or a
telephone to report a gas leak in
the vicinity of the leak.

1.8mW(Read)

21mW (Write)

773–797nm

780–795nm
(UJDA320)

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The socket outlet shall be
installed near the equipment and
shall be easily accessible.

! To change the backup battery,

please contact your nearest Sony
Service Center.

! Caution - The use of optical

instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard. As the
laser beam used in this product
is harmful to the eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the drive
cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.

! Danger - Visible and invisible

laser radiation when open. Avoid
direct exposure to beam.

! For CD-RW: Danger - Invisible

laser radiation when open. Avoid
direct exposure to beam.

! Caution: For ADSL modem

models, to reduce the risk of fire,
use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.

! Pour changer la pile de

rechange, veuillez contacter
votre centre de service Sony le
plus près.

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! Avertissement - L'utilisation

d'instruments optiques avec ce
produit augmente les risques
pour les yeux. Puisque le
faisceau laser utilisé dans ce
produit est dommageable pour
les yeux, ne tentez pas de
désassembler le boîtier.
Adressez-vous à un agent de
service qualifié.

! Danger : Radiation laser visible

et invisible si ouvert. Évitez
l’exposition directe au faisceau.

! Pour les CD-RW : Danger :

Radiation laser visible et
invisible si ouvert. Évitez
l'exposition directe au faisceau.

! Attention : Pour ADSL modele

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

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Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez
ou modifiez les lignes téléphoniques.

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Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un
orage électrique.

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N'utilisez pas le modem ni le téléphone
pour prévenir d'une fuite de gaz 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.

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

Sony Customer Support can be reached at
www.sony.com.pcsupport

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

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

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Ne jamais effectuer l’installation de fil
modem ou téléphone durant un orage
électrique.

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Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une
prise téléphonique dans un endroit
mouillé à moins que la prise soit conçue à
cet effet.

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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.

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Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: PCV-L640

Responsible
Party:

Address: 1 Sony Drive

Telephone: [phone]

This phone number is for FCC-related
matters only.

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
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

Sony Electronics Inc.

Park Ridge, NJ 07656

interference by one or more of the following
measures:

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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.

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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
noncompliant 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.

FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the
FCC rules. The FCC Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN) for this equipment is 0.7. 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

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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.

If trouble is experienced with this modem, for
repair or warranty information, please contact
1-888-4SONY-PC, or write to the Sony
Customer Information Center, 12451 Gateway
Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913. If the trouble is
causing harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company may request that you
remove the equipment from the network until
the problem is resolved.

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.

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.

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DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY

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

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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 1­888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800­961-7669 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.

! Danger of explosion if battery is

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

! Une batterie non conforme

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.

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
userís 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.

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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 electrical 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 0.7.

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

AVI 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
de 0.7.

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Contents

Welcome ....................................................12

Choosing an Ergonomic Location ............................12

Front Panel Overview ...............................................14

Back Panel Overview ...............................................16

LCD Overview .........................................................18

Using a Headphone or Microphone .........................20

VAIO Action Setup ...................................21

Pre-setting i.LINK devices .......................................21

Changing the Window Design of Sony Software ....22

Programmable Power Keys ......................................22

Internal Timer ...........................................................23

AutoAlert E-mail Notification System .....................23

AutoAlert E-mail Software Restrictions ...........................24

Using the Wheel Mouse ...........................................24

Using the Memory Stick Media and VisualFlow .....25

VisualFlow ........................................................................27

Using PC Cards ........................................................28

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Sony Digital Media Park Applications

Sony Digital Media Park Applications ........

Sony Digital Media Park Applications Sony Digital Media Park Applications

Movie Shaker ........................................................... 31

Importing Images and Sound Clips .................................. 31

Create a Movie using Shaker ........................................... 31

Editing Clips and Scenes .................................................. 32

Saving a Movie ................................................................ 33

Using Digital Video ................................................. 34

Connecting a Digital Video Recorder .............................. 34

Using DVgate ................................................................... 34

Hard Drive Partition ................................................. 35

Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive ..................... 36

i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility .......................... 36

Enabling Smart Connect .......................................... 38

Enabling Ethernet .................................................... 39

System and Application Recovery CD(s)

System and Application Recovery CD(s) ...

System and Application Recovery CD(s) System and Application Recovery CD(s)

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Using the System Recovery CD(s) .......................... 40

Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ................... 42

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ..........................................

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting

To Reach Sony ..................................................................53

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Notes on Use ............................................................53

On the Power Source ........................................................53

On Disposal of the Lithium Battery ..................................55

On Handling ......................................................................55

On Installation ...................................................................55

On Moisture Condensation ...............................................56

On Upgrading the System .................................................56

On Handling an LCD Display ..........................................57

On Handling a CRT Display .............................................58

On Using the Hard Disk Drive .........................................58

On Handling Diskettes ......................................................58

On Handling CD Media ....................................................58

On Cleaning CD Media ....................................................58

Resources .................................................................59

For Answers to Your Software Questions ................60

Sony Service Center ..........................................................60

Specifications ...........................................................63

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Index

Index ...........................................................

Index Index

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Welcome

Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is a
superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. This User Guide
contains information about the applications included with your system, contact
information for software vendors, and the specifications for your computer.

Choosing an Ergonomic Location

Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer. Here are
some things to consider when planning your workspace:

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Stable work surface — Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other equipment.

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Ventilation — Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides of your computer to enable proper ventilation.

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Placement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices — Place your keyboard, mouse, and other input devices so that your arms and hands are in a relaxed, comfortable position. The keyboard should be directly in front of you. Adjust the level of the keyboard so that your lower arms are parallel to the floor. Keep your wrists in a relaxed position when you are using the keyboard—not angled up or down. Use the palmrest only briefly, for resting. While typing, never use the palmrest or rest your hands on the table. Position the mouse at the same level as the keyboard. Hold the mouse with a relaxed hand, and use your whole arm to move it. Take breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick 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— avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward.

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Viewing angle of the display — Position the display 18 to 26 inches directly in front of you, with the top of the screen at or a little below eye level. Use the display’s tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position.

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Choosing an Ergonomic Location

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

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Front Panel Overview

The front panel of your VAIO Slimtop Computer allows for access to the diskette

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and CD-RW drive. It also includes USB and i.LINK

ports to connect USB

devices, digital equipment, or other components.

Locating Controls and Connectors

Slimtop Front Panel

FD DISC HD

1 Power switch and indicator light

Turns on/off the computer and the display.
The indicator light is green while the power is on and amber when the
computer is in standby mode.

2 Floppy disk drive

Reads/writes data from/to a 3.5-inch floppy disk.

3 Floppy disk eject button

Ejects the floppy disk.

4CD-RW drive

Reads data from a CD-RW/CD-R/CD-ROM.

5 Manual eject hole

If the CD does not come out when you press the CD-RW eject button, insert
a thin, pointed object into this hole to eject the disc manually.

6 CD-RW eject button

Ejects a CD.

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Front Panel Overview

Slimtop Front Panel (cont’t)

FD DISC HD

7 FD (Floppy disk drive) access indicator light

Lights in green while reading/writing data from/to a floppy disk.

8 Disc (CD-RW drive) access indicator light

Lights in amber while reading data from a CD-RW/CD-R/CD-ROM.

9 HD (drive) access indicator light

Lights in green while reading/writing data from/to the hard disk.

10 MIC (Microphone) connector*

Connects a microphone (not supplied).

11 PHONES (Headphones) connector*

Connects headphones (not supplied).

12 VOLUME control

Adjusts the volume of the headphones connected to the PHONES connector.
Users should note that this does not control the volume of the integrated LCD
speakers.

13 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.

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14 MEMORY STICK media slot

Insert a Sony Memory Stick

15 i.LINK (4-pin)

Connects a digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam

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card into this slot.

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Camcorder.

16 USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector

Connects a USB device.

*See “Using a Headphone or Microphone” for important information about connecting a microphone

and headphone.

Back Panel Overview

The back panel of your computer contains the connectors where you plug in
supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel serve as a map to
help you locate the connectors on your computer.

Locating Controls and Connectors

Slimtop Rear Panel

PRINTER SERIAL MONITOR

PRINTER SERIAL MONITOR

1 AC INPUT connector

Connects the supplied power cord.

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USB LINE

USB LINE

OUTIN

I.LINK S400

OUTIN

LINE PHONE

KEYBOARD

LCD

I.LINK S400

LCD KEYBOARD

2 LINE jack

Connects a phone cable to the wall jack.

3 ETHERNET connector

10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interface.

! The connector marked with (Network) is for LAN.

4 TELEPHONE jack

Connects the phone to the computer.

5 PRINTER connector

Connects a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner.

6 SERIAL connector

Connects a serial device, such as a digital still camera.

7 MONITOR connector

Connects a standard CRT display.

8 USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector

Connects a USB device.

9 LINE IN connector

Connects an audio device.

10 LINE OUT connector

Connects an audio device or an active speaker.

11 i.LINK (6-pin)

Connects a digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam

12 LCD MONITOR connector

Connects the LCD that comes with the VAIO Slimtop LCD computer.
Note: Do not connect any display to this connector other than the LCD that is
supplied with this system.

13 KEYBOARD connector

Connects a keyboard.

Back Panel Overview

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Camcorder.

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LCD Overview

Your VAIO Slimtop Computer comes with an LCD monitor, saving valuable
desktop space.

LCD

1 Power indicator light

Light is green while the power is on. When the computer enters the standby
mode, this indicator light turns amber.

2 Information LED

Light turns red to alert the user to activities, such as the arrival of e-mail. See
“AutoAlert E-mail Notification System.”

3 Brightness control

Adjusts the brightness of the screen.

4 Volume control

Adjusts the volume of the integrated speakers on the LCD display.

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LCD Overview

To adjust the height and viewing angle of the display

1 Holding both sides of the display, push the display panel out and up.

2 Set the display height so that it does not touch the keyboard, and adjust the

viewing angle approximately 27 degrees from eye level to the center of the
screen.

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The LCD display is designed to maintain the best ergonomic viewing angle.

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Using a Headphone or Microphone

When you connect a microphone or headphone to your computer, attaching a
ferrite core will reduce electrical interference.

1 Attach the (supplied) ferrite core at the end of the headphone or microphone

cable closest to the computer.

2 Wrap the cable through the center of the ferrite core.

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The following illustration shows how to attach the ferrite core when you are using
both a headphone and a microphone.

Microphone and

Ferrite core

headphone cables

Plugs connected to
the computer

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The LCD and keyboard cables already include a ferrite core. Do not remove the
ferrite core from these cables.

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VAIO Action Setup

Pre-setting i.LINK devi ces

VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Programmable
Power Keys (PPK), Memory Stick
An overview of each of these functions is provided below. For more information
on changing the settings using VAIO Action Setup, see the online VAIO Action
Setup help files. To access the help files, from the Start menu, point to Programs/
VAIO Action Setup/VAIO Action Setup Help.

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media, i.LINK interface, and internal timer.

Pre-setting i.LINK devices

You can pre-set your i.LINK-equipped devices to launch desired functions, such
as automatically starting DVgate applications or connecting two VAIO
computers.

To pre-set your i.LINK device to launch a desired function:

1 From the Start menu, select Programs > VAIO Action Setup > VAIO Action

Setup.

2 Click i.LINK. 3 Click the Advanced Setting tab. 4 Click the Enable i.LINK launcher function checkbox and click Apply. 5 Connect the device to your computer with your i.LINK cable. 6 Turn on the device.

The VAIO Action Setup dialog box appears.

7 Click OK. 8 To modify the device name, click the current device name in the list box and

click Modify device name.

9 Type the desired name and click Apply. 10 To assign an application, click Modify.

The Select Application dialog box appears.

11 Select the desired application and click Next.

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