Sony PCV-W510G User Manual
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and
easy-to-use functionality. The information provided here is designed to help you to become familiar with the hardware and
software applications included with your system.
View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer.
View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled
software information.
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Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines
state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features.
Unpacking your Computer
Planning An Ergonomic Work Space
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Unpacking your Computer
Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the system configuration you
purchased. For details on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet.
Computer and supplied accessories
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories
Handling the system unit
Manuals
VAIO® Computer Quick Start — Provides basic information on setting up and registering your computer. The Quick
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Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines and owner's information.
Microsoft® Windows® XP Guide — Explains how to use the basic features of the latest Windows operating system.
Online Documentation
VAIO® Computer User Guide — Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications
included with your system.
To access the online User Guide:
1.
Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support.
2.
From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide.
Specifications — This online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO
computer. To view this online information:
1.
Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support.
2.
From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide.
3.
Click the Welcome link. The Welcome page displays in the right-side frame.
4.
Locate the link in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..."
Hard Disk Drive Recovery
Your computer is equipped with a utility program that enables you to recover your computer's operating system and
preinstalled software. For more information about hard disk drive recovery:
Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. Use the VAIO Recovery utility to recover
your computer's operating system and preinstalled software.
1.
Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support.
2.
From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options.
Other
Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement.
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Planning An Ergonomic Work Space
Before you set up your new computer, find the best location for your new computer and plan your work space. There are
several ergonomic factors to consider when you arrange your work space:
Stable work surface — Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other peripheral
equipment.
Ventilation — Leave at least eight inches of space on both sides of your computer and at least 5 inches of clearance
for the back.
Placement of the mouse and other input devices — Place your computer, mouse, or other input devices so that
your arms and hands are in a relaxed, comfortable position. The computer's keyboard should be directly in front of
you. Keep your wrists in a relaxed position when you are using the keyboard—not angled up or down. 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.
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 with relaxed, upright posture—avoid
slouching forward or leaning far backward.
Viewing angle of the display — Position the unit so that the display is 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.
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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Locating Controls And Ports
This section is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and jacks that are available on your computer. To view
the specific hardware configuration for your system, see the online specifications sheet.
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 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.
Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and
proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive,
confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.
About the Front Panel
About the Side Panels
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About the Front Panel
The front panel of your VAIO® computer is equipped with built-in stereo speakers and indicator lights. You can access the
front panel of your VAIO® computer by lowering the keyboard. When the keyboard is not in use, you can fold it up and use
the additional TV, channel, and volume controls.
Handling the System Unit
Front panel (Keyboard open)
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1 Stereo speakers (built-in)
The stereo speakers provide sound for software, audio and video CDs.
2 Memory Stick® media access indicator
Light is amber when the Memory Stick media slot is in use.
3 DVD-RW combo drive access indicator
Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the combo drive.
4 Hard disk drive access indicator
Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk.
5 Power indicator
Light is green while the power is on and amber when the computer is in Stand by mode.
6 Power button
Turns the computer on and off.
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7 Infrared receiver
Communicates with the remote control (supplied), to turn on TV, change TV channels, and raise or lower volume.
8 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen
The attached LCD screen provides on-screen visual output to your computer's functional capabilities.
9 Keyboard with Shortcut keys (S keys)
The attached keyboard uses a standard key arrangement, along with programmable function keys that launch specific
applications.
Front panel (Keyboard folded)
1 TV On button
Press to start the Giga Pocket Video Recorder software.
2 Channel +/-
Press to change the channel, when TV programming is displayed.
3 Volume +/-
Press to increase or decrease computer speaker volume.
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About the Side Panels
The side panels of your computer contain the connections for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the side
panels help to locate and identify the connections on your computer.
Right panel
1 S-video In jack
Connection for an S-video cable (optional).
Composite video In jack
Connection for a digital video or stereo A/V dubbing cable (optional).
2 DVD-RW drive
Reads data from compatible CD or DVD media. Writes data to a
DVD-RW, DVD-R, CD-RW, or CD-R media.
3 DVD-RW drive eject button
Ejects a disc from the drive.
4 Composite audio L In jack
Connection for an audio or stereo dubbing cable (optional).
Composite audio R In jack
Connection for an audio or stereo dubbing cable (optional).
5 Line In jack
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Connection for an audio device.
6 S/P DIF Optical Out port
Connection for a digital audio or optical device.
7 Ethernet port
Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet.
(The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.)
8 Unlock button
Unlocks the keyboard for folding towards system unit.
9 VHF/UHF port
Connection for a TV coaxial cable (supplied).
10 PC Card slot
A PC Card (PCMCIA Card) can be inserted into this slot to increase your computer's functional capabilities.
11 Modem line jack
Connection for the modem cable (supplied) to the wall jack.1
12 i.LINK 4-pin S400 port
Connection for i.LINK compatible digital devices (IEEE 1394).
13 Microphone jack
Connection for a microphone (optional).
14 Headphones jack
Connection for optional speakers or headphones.
15 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (3)
Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices.
16 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port
Connection for a USB optical mouse (supplied).
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17 AC Input port
Connection for the supplied power cord.
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A s plitter devic e (optional) is required to connec t a telephone and modem line to your computer.
Left panel
1 Brightness control dial
Adjusts the contrast and brightness of the built-in LCD monitor.
2 Volume control dial
Increases or decreases the speaker volume.
3 Memory Stick® media slot
Reads and writes data from a Memory Stick media.
4 Unlock button
Unlocks the keyboard for folding towards system unit.
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Setting Up Your Computer
You can set up your system quickly and easily with the instructions provided in this section. For details on your system's
hardware configuration, see the online specifications sheet.
Connecting a USB Optical Mouse
Connecting the Modem Cable
Connecting the Power Cord
Turning on Your Computer
Registering your Computer
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Connecting a USB Optical Mouse
1.
Plug the USB optical mouse connector into the USB mouse port, located on the right panel of your computer.
2.
Place the optical mouse on an appropriate surface to enable precision tracking.
To connect a USB mouse
To use an optical mouse
An optical mouse requires an ideal surface texture in order to provide precision pointing and tracking.
Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning.
Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- tone printing.
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Connecting the Modem Cable
Your computer is equipped with a single RJ-11 jack to connect the supplied modem cable. If you also want to use your
walljack for your telephone line, purchase an optional "1-to-2" jack adapter device (splitter).
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To connect the modem cable
1.
Unplug your telephone cable from the wall jack.
2.
Insert the telephone cable into one of the RJ-11 jacks on a splitter device (optional).
3.
Insert one end of the modem cable (supplied) into an RJ-11 jack on the splitter device.
4.
Insert the plug end of the splitter device into the wall jack.
5.
Plug the modem cable into the modem line jack on the computer.
To connect the modem cable
Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel. Connect only
10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an
electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port. For help on connecting to a
network, see your network administrator.
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Connecting the Power Cord
1.
Plug the power cord into the AC input port on the right panel of the computer.
2.
Plug the power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip.
To connect the power cord
Install your computer so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency.
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Turning on Your Computer
Initially when you start your system, the computer may detect new hardware and prompt you to restart your computer.
Respond to this prompt immediately.
Press the power button on the computer to turn on the system.
To turn on your computer
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Registering your Computer
Take advantage of Sony's commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your
computer:
Sony Customer Support — Communicate with a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be
having with your computer.
Limited warranty — Protect your investment. See the Limited Warranty Card for more details.
You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the registration process. If you are not able to register your computer during the first session, you are provided
with additional registration opportunities later.
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Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder is a suite of interactive Sony audio and video components that are designed to
create, capture, and play back video files derived from television and your personal videos.1
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder hardware and software applications are not available on all VAIO® computers.
See your computer's online specification sheet for details on your system configuration.
About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder
Setting Up Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder
Setting Up Giga Pocket Software
Giga Pocket
Timer Recording Wizard
Timer Recording Manager
Giga Pocket Explorer
CLIÉ Converter
Glossary
Internet Electronic Program Guide Service
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U nauthorized duplication of audio or video files is a violation of applicable laws.
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About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder is a unique set of tools that enhance your VAIO® computer's capabilities. Giga Pocket
gives you a wide range of video viewing, recording, and playback capabilities, such as:
Watching and recording television programs from your computer.
Viewing and recording TV programming simultaneously.
Setting and managing daily/weekly timer recording schedules.
Managing Video Capsules (recorded video contents) on your computer.
Recording personal video content from a videotape.
Playing your Video Capsules on other computers.
Operating Giga Pocket functions with a remote control device.
Sharing Giga Pocket features and functions with other computers on a network.
Transforming Video Capsules into gMovie format for viewing on your CLIÉ handheld.
For an explanation of Giga Pocket terms, see the Glossary.
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Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder includes:
Giga Pocket—This application enables you to watch TV programs on your computer's display and record them onto
the hard disk drive as Video Capsules for later playback.
Timer Recording Manager—The Timer Recording Manager keeps track of all TV program recordings you have
scheduled. This program also enables you to modify timer recordings.
Timer Recording Wizard—The Wizard interface guides you through setting up a timer recording schedule. You can
program one-time recordings and set up daily or weekly recurring recording schedules.
Giga Pocket Explorer—The Giga Pocket Explorer program functions as your video file management system, and
stores recorded Video Capsules as well as modified Playlists. Giga Pocket Explorer contains export/import functions
for file format conversions.
Giga Pocket Server—The Giga Pocket Server enables multiple computers on a network to use certain Giga Pocket
software functions.
CLIÉ Converter—The CLIÉ Converter is a plug-in application that enables the conversion of Video Capsules into
gMovie format. You can change the format your Giga Pocket contents and transfer them onto a Memory Stick
media for viewing with your Sony CLIÉ Handheld.
Accessing the Giga Pocket Help
For more information about Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, follow these steps:
®
1.
Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and select All Programs.
2.
Select Giga Pocket, Help, and click Giga Pocket Help.
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder maintains information about the software and Video Capsules on your
computer's drive D, in a folder named D:\Giga Pocket V5. This folder and its contents are not designed for your direct
maintenance. Please do not move, modify or delete the Giga Pocket Folder or any of its contents. Any alteration to this
folder or its contents may cause your Giga Pocket software and Video Capsules to stop working properly.
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Setting Up Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder
This section illustrates how to set up the cables and connections for your Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder system.
The hardware configuration of your computer may vary from the illustrations shown. To view the specific hardware
configuration for your computer, see the online specifications sheet.
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To set up TV connections
The best method of connecting your computer system, TV monitor or display, and cable service access, is determined by the
type of cable connection available in your home.
Your VAIO® Computer is supplied with certain audio and video cables. Your in-home cable access may require extra
cables, adapters or connection equipment not supplied with your computer.
Connecting to standard cable access (CATV)
Option 1
1.
Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to your cable service access.
2.
Connect the other end of the TV coaxial cable to the VHF/UHF port on the right panel of your computer.
To connect in CATV mode (Option 1)
Option 2
1.
Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (optional) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the
single-connection end of a splitter adapter.
2.
Connect the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to the double-connection end of the splitter adapter. Connect the other
end to the VHF/UHF port on the right panel of your computer.
3.
Connect a third TV coaxial cable (optional) to the double-connection end of the splitter adapter. Connect the
other end to the VHF/UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display.
To connect in CATV mode (Option 2)
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Connecting to a standard antenna (air)
You can connect your Giga Pocket system to an indoor/outdoor antenna system, using Option 1 or 2 from the previous
section, Connecting to standard cable access (CATV). Depending on the type of antenna system in your home, your
connection may require a VHF/UHF RF combiner/transformer (optional) to connect your computer and the indoor/outdoor
antenna system.
If you are connecting to an indoor/outdoor antenna, you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception.
Option 1
1.
Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (optional) to your antenna outlet. Connect the other end to a VHF/UHF RF
combiner/transformer (optional).
2.
Connect the TV coaxial cable (supplied) from the combiner/transformer to the VHF/UHF port on the right panel of
your computer.
Option 2
1.
Connect both ends of the antenna's twin lead cable to the screw-type grips on the combiner/transformer.
2.
Connect the TV coaxial cable (supplied) from the combiner/transformer to the VHF/UHF port on the right panel of
your computer.
To connect in standard antenna mode (air)
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Your VAIO® Computer is supplied with certain audio and video cables. Depending on your in-home cable access, you
may require extra cables, adapters or connection equipment not supplied with your computer.
Connecting with a cable or satellite set-top box (STB)
You can connect your Giga Pocket system to cable service access that uses a set-top box (cable or satellite).
Option 1
1.
Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (optional) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the In
jack on the back panel of your set-top box (STB).
2.
Connect a second TV coaxial cable (optional) to the Out jack on your STB. Connect the other end to the
single-connection end of a splitter device (optional).
3.
Connect a third TV coaxial cable (supplied) to the double-connection end of the splitter adapter. Connect the
other end to the VHF/UHF port on the right panel of your computer.
4.
Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable (optional) to the double-connection end of the splitter adapter. Connect the
other end to the VHF/UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display.
To connect in STB mode (Option 1)
Option 2
1.
Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the In
jack on the back panel of your set-top box (STB).
2.
Connect a second TV coaxial cable (optional) to the Out jack on your STB unit. Connect the other end to the
VHF/UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display.
3.
Connect one end of a stereo A/V dubbing cable with triple RCA jacks (optional), to the Video Out and Audio-OUT
(L/R) jacks on the back panel of your STB unit, matching the plug and jack colors.
4.
Connect the other RCA jacks of the stereo A/V dubbing cable into the Composite audio-R (IN), Composite audio-L
(IN), and Composite video (IN) jacks on the right panel of your computer, matching the plug and jack colors.
To connect in STB mode (Option 2)
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To set up additional equipment
This section illustrates how to set up additional equipment with the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder System.
Connecting a compatible VCR or camcorder
Your VAIO® computer has both audio and video connection capability. You can locate the connections on the right panel of
the system unit. You can connect a VCR or camcorder, using the audio jacks and video ports. Your VCR or camcorder may
have either standard video or S-video connection capability.
To connect with an S-video cable
1.
Connect an S-video cable (optional) directly into the composite S-video jack on the right panel of your computer.
2.
Connect the other end of the S-video cable into the appropriate port on your compatible VCR or camcorder.
To connect with an S-video cable
1.
Connect an audio cable with double RCA plugs at each end (optional) into the composite audio L and R jacks,
located on the right panel of your computer.
2.
Connect the other ends of the audio cable into the appropriate ports on your compatible VCR or camcorder.
To connect with a stereo A/V dubbing cable (Triple RCA plugs)
1.
Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with triple RCA plugs at each end (optional) directly into the composite video
In port, composite audio L and R In jacks, located on the right panel of your computer.
2.
Connect the other ends of the stereo A/V dubbing cable into the appropriate jacks on your compatible VCR or
camcorder.
To connect a compatible VCR or camcorder
Locating the infrared receiver
The infrared receiver, located on the front panel of your computer, communicates with the Giga Pocket remote control. The
infrared receiver must be visible in a line-of-sight with your remote control in order to function properly.
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Setting Up Giga Pocket Software
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder software features and functions are detailed in this section, enabling you to begin
viewing or recording TV programs.
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To set up TV viewing
When you start Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder for the first time, you are automatically prompted to set the video
input source for watching TV or cable TV (CATV) programs on your computer.
Starting Giga Pocket for TV Setup (For first time setup)
1.
Verify that the computer time and date settings as displayed in the taskbar are correct.
To adjust these settings:
1.
Right-click with your mouse. A shortcut menu appears.
2.
Select Adjust Date/Time, and a dialog box appears.
3.
Correct the date and time, if necessary.
2.
Click Start in the Windows taskbar, point to All Programs, point to Giga Pocket, point to All Software, and then
click TV Setup.
The TV Setup Wizard appears.
TV Setup Wizard
3.
Depending on your cable service access, select Standard CATV, Standard antenna, or set-top box (STB).
1.
Standard CATV (C1-C125) without STB — For this connection, you must use a coaxial cable directly
(without an STB) to your computer. The default setting for this connection option is STD. Depending on
your local connection requirements, HRC and IRC are also available.
2.
Standard antenna (2-69) — Select this option if you connect an aerial antenna's coaxial cable directly to
your computer for watching TV programs.
3.
STB (Set top box) — Select this option if the broadcast signal is received from a set top box (STB) such
as a digital cable box or a satellite cable box. Make sure that the Input channel on your STB (Ch. 3, Ch.
4, etc.) matches the Input channel listed in the Giga Pocket TV Setup dialog box.
If you are not sure of the type of cable connection to use (Standard, HRC, or IRC), contact your cable provider for
information.
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