Sony PCV-RX780G, PCV-RX780P, PCV-RX781, PCV-RX770P, PCV-RX760 Safety Information

VAIO Digital Studio™
Computer

Safety Information

NOTICE

© 2002 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in
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the software described herein, in whole or in
part, may not be reproduced, translated, or
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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.

Certain product(s) included with this computer
may include features such as copy protection
and content management technology. USE OF
THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT(S) REQUIRES
AGREEMENT TO APPLICABLE END USER
AGREEMENTS AND FULL COMPLIANCE
WITH APPLICABLE PRODUCT
ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product
activation procedures and privacy policies will
be detailed during initial launch of the software
product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the
software product(s), or reconfigurations of the
computer, and may be completed by Internet or
telephone (toll charges may apply).

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 Digital
Studio, VAIO Smart, MovieShaker, DVgate,
PictureGear, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick
logo, Giga Pocket, and i.LINK are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Sony.

Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are trademarks or
registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation. PS/2 is a registered
trademark of IBM Corporation.

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

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As an ENERGY STAR®
Partner, Sony Corporation has
determined that this product
meets the ENERGY STAR®
guidelines for energy
efficiency.

The International ENERGY STAR ® Off ic e
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.

ENERGY STAR is a U .S.

registered trademark of the Environmental
Protection Agency.

OWNER’S RECORD

The model number and serial number are
located on either the front or back panel of your
Sony VAIO® computer. Record the model and
serial number in the space provided here, and
keep in a secure location. Refer to the model
and serial numbers when you call your Sony
Service Center.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

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SAFETY INFORMATION AND CAUTION

Your computer’s installed optical drives may
vary, depending on the system configuration
you have purchased. See the Specifications
sheet for details on your installed optical drives.

DVD-RW Laser Diode Properties

Laser Output 0.39 mW

Wave Length 650-662 nm

(CD-Read)

0.18 mW
(DVD-Read)

2.58 mW (DVD­Write)

11.5 mW
(CD-Write)

(DVD)

773-797 nm
(CD)

❑ 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.

❑ 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 telephone wire or

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

❑ Use caution when installing or modifying

telephone lines.

❑ Avoid using the modem during an electrical

storm.

❑ Do not use the modem or a telephone to

report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

❑ 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.

DVD-ROM Laser Diode Properties

Laser Output 0.7 mW (DVD)

0.4 mW (CD)

Wave Length 635-665 nm

(DVD)

770-810 nm
(CD)

CD-RW Laser Diode Properties

Laser Output 1.0 mW (Read)

53.0 mW (Write)

Wave Length 780-787 nm

CD-ROM Laser Diode Properties

Laser Output 1.0 mW

Wave Length 760-810 nm

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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.

For DVD-RW: Danger—Visible and
invisible laser radiation when open.
Avoid direct exposure to beam.

Caution: For ADSL, HomePNA and V.90
modem models; to reduce the risk of fire,
use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.