Sony VGC-JS User Manual

User Guide

Personal Computer

VGC-JS series

Contents

Before Use .........................................................................................................................................................................5

Notice ...........................................................................................................................................................................6

Documentation .............................................................................................................................................................7

Ergonomic Considerations.........................................................................................................................................11

Getting Started .................................................................................................................................................................13

Locating Controls and Ports.......................................................................................................................................14

About the Indicator Lights ..........................................................................................................................................18

Setting Up Your Computer.........................................................................................................................................19

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely .......................................................................................................................22

Using Your VAIO Computer .............................................................................................................................................23

Using the Keyboard ...................................................................................................................................................24

Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...................................................................................................................27

Using the Optical Disc Drive ......................................................................................................................................30

Using the Memory Stick .............................................................................................................................................38

Using the SD Memory Card .......................................................................................................................................44

Using the Internet.......................................................................................................................................................47

Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) .....................................................................................................................................48

Using the Bluetooth Function.....................................................................................................................................55

Using Peripheral Devices .................................................................................................................................................61

Connecting External Speakers ..................................................................................................................................62

Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device......................................................................................................64

Connecting a Printer ..................................................................................................................................................66

Connecting an i.LINK Device .....................................................................................................................................67

Connecting to a Network (LAN) .................................................................................................................................69

Customizing Your VAIO Computer ..................................................................................................................................70

Setting the Password .................................................................................................................................................71

Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center................................................................................................76

Using the Power Saving Mode...................................................................................................................................77

Upgrading Your VAIO Computer......................................................................................................................................79

Adding and Removing Memory..................................................................................................................................80

Precautions ......................................................................................................................................................................86

Handling the LCD Screen ..........................................................................................................................................87

Using the Power Source ............................................................................................................................................88

Handling Your Computer ...........................................................................................................................................89

Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera..............................................................................................................91

Handling Floppy Disks ...............................................................................................................................................92

Handling Discs ...........................................................................................................................................................93

Using Headphones ....................................................................................................................................................94

Handling the Memory Stick ........................................................................................................................................95

Handling the Hard Disk ..............................................................................................................................................96

Updating Your Computer ...........................................................................................................................................97

Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................................................98

Computer ...................................................................................................................................................................99

System Security .......................................................................................................................................................104

Built-in MOTION EYE Camera.................................................................................................................................105

Networking ...............................................................................................................................................................108

Bluetooth Technology ..............................................................................................................................................111

Optical Discs ............................................................................................................................................................115

Display .....................................................................................................................................................................119

Printing .....................................................................................................................................................................120

Microphone ..............................................................................................................................................................121

Mouse ......................................................................................................................................................................122

Speakers ..................................................................................................................................................................123

Keyboard..................................................................................................................................................................125

Floppy Disks ............................................................................................................................................................126

Audio/Video..............................................................................................................................................................127

Memory Stick ...........................................................................................................................................................130

Peripherals ...............................................................................................................................................................131

Support Options .............................................................................................................................................................132

Sony Support Information ........................................................................................................................................133

e-Support .................................................................................................................................................................134

Trademarks ....................................................................................................................................................................136

Before Use

Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of-the-art personal computing experience.

External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer.

Before Use

Notice

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 Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the software, or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable 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.

In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified.

Sony Corporation 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.

Before Use

Documentation

Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer.

Printed Documentation

❑ Quick Start Guide — Describes the process from unpacking to starting up your VAIO.

❑ Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide — Contains solutions to problems other than those you encounter during normal

operation.

❑ Regulations, Guarantee, EULA and Service Support — Contains Sony guarantee conditions,

safety / regulations, modem regulations, wireless LAN regulations, wireless WAN regulations, Bluetooth regulations, end user software license agreement, and Sony support services information.

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Non-printed Documentation

❑ User Guide (this manual) — Explains features of your computer. It also includes information about the software programs

included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems. The User Guide is provided in PDF format for easy browsing and printing.

To view this on-screen guide:

1 Double-click the VAIO User Guide icon on the desktop.

2 Open the folder for your language.

3 Select the guide you want to read.

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You can manually browse to the user guides by going to Computer > VAIO (C:) (your C drive) > Documentation > Documentation and opening the folder for your language.

To go to web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer must be connected to the Internet.

❑ Specifications — The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer.

To view the online specifications:

1 Connect to the Internet.

2 Go to the Sony online support web site at http://www.vaio-link.com

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You may have a separate disc that includes documentation for the bundled accessories.

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Windows Help and Support

Windows Help and Support is a comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help you learn to use your computer.

Use the search feature, index, or table of contents to view all Windows Help resources, including those on the Internet.

To access Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. Or go to Windows Help and Support by pressing and holding the Microsoft Windows key and pressing the F1 key.

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Further Sources

❑ Consult the help files included with the software you are using for detailed information on features and troubleshooting.

❑ Go to http://www.club-vaio.com

to find online tutorials about your favorite VAIO software.

Ergonomic Considerations

Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations:

Before Use

❑ Position of your computer – Place the display directly in front of you (1). Keep your forearms horizontal (2), with your

wrists in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take frequent breaks while using your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons.

❑ Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support. 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 backwards.

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❑ Viewing angle of the 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. Adjust the brightness level of the display as well.

While adjusting the viewing angle, do not exert excessive pressure on your computer to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage.

❑ Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect

lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency.

❑ Ventilation – Make sure you leave at least 10 cm of space behind and at least 20 cm of space on each side of the main

unit.

Getting Started

This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.

❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14)

❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18)

❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 19)

❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 22)

Getting Started

Locating Controls and Ports

Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.

Front

A LCD screen (page 87) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 18) D Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 27) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 18) G Power indicator (page 18) H Power button I Built-in speakers (stereo) J Bottom chassis frame (page 90)

Getting Started

Back

The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it.

A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 19), (page 20) C Prop-up stand (page 90) D DC IN port (page 20) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 69)

F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports

(page 64)

G OPTICAL OUT port (page 62)

(Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz)

H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 67) I Memory module compartment cover (page 80)

* Support high-/full-/low- speeds.

Getting Started

Right

A Optical disc drive (page 30) B Manual eject hole (page 115) C Drive eject button (page 30)

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Left

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A Memory Stick slot

(page 38)

B Media Access indicator (page 18) C SD memory card slot (page 44)

D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports

(page 64)

E Headphones jack (page 62) F Microphone jack

Connect an external microphone.

G Line In jack

Connect an external audio device for audio input.

H WIRELESS switch (page 48)

Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick.

Support high-/full-/low- speeds.

Getting Started

About the Indicator Lights

Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights:

Indicator Functions

Power 1 Illuminates in green when the computer is on, illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and

turns off when the computer is off.

Built-in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is in use.

Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or

Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive

WIRELESS Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on, provided that one or more wireless options are enabled

turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in use.

Illuminates when the drive is reading or writing data. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.

in the VAIO Smart Network window.

Getting Started

Setting Up Your Computer

Connecting the Keyboard and the Mouse

A USB keyboard and a USB mouse are supplied with your computer.

To connect the keyboard and the mouse

1 Plug the keyboard cable (1) and the mouse cable (2) to your desired USB ports (3) on the back of the computer.

2 Route the mouse cable (2) through the cable clamp (4) on the back of your computer.

Connecting a Power Source

You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source.

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Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.

To connect the AC adapter

1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3).

2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2).

3 Plug the AC adapter cable (4) into the DC IN port (5).

4 Route the AC adapter cable through the cable clamp (6).

Getting Started

The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter.

Getting Started

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To disconnect your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter when the computer is off.

Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible.

If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you may lose all unsaved data.

Getting Started

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely

To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.

To shut down your computer

1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer.

2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and then Shut Down.

3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off

automatically. The power indicator light turns off.

Using Your VAIO Computer

This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.

❑ Using the Keyboard (page 24)

❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 27)

❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 30)

❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 38)

❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 44)

❑ Using the Internet (page 47)

❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 48)

❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 55)

Using Your VAIO Computer

Using the Keyboard

A USB keyboard is supplied with your computer.

The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions.

The VAIO-Link web site (http://www.vaio-link.com

) also contains glossary information to help you use the keyboard.

Using Your VAIO Computer

A Function keys

Perform certain tasks. The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the Fn key.

Fn+F5: Decreases lighting intensity of the LCD screen. Fn+F6: Increases lighting intensity of the LCD screen.

B Sleep button

Provides for the lower level of power consumption. For details on power management, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 77).

C S1 button

By default, the S1 button launches the VAIO Guide.

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Illustrated above is the English keyboard as an example.

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The default S1 button assignment may be different from the above. In such a case, you can change the assignment with the VAIO Control Center. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 76) and find out more in its help file.

D Zoom buttons

Changes the view size of your screen.

Press away (zoom out).

Press in). See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information.

to make the screen view look smaller and further

to make the screen view look bigger and closer (zoom

Using Your VAIO Computer

E Muting button

Turns the volume on and off.

F Volume control buttons

Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume.

G Windows key

Displays the Start menu.

H E key

Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in combination with the Fn key.

I Applications key

Displays a shortcut menu in certain software applications.

J Directional arrow keys

Move the pointer on the computer screen.

K Indicator lights

(Num Lk): Turns on while in the Num Lock state.

(Caps Lock): Turns on while in the Caps Lock state.

(Scr Lk): Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state.

L Numeric keypad

Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations.

Using Your VAIO Computer

Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera

Your computer is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera.

The built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you to capture still images and movies with the preinstalled image capture software.

Turning on the computer activates the built-in MOTION EYE camera. Video conference is possible with the appropriate software.

Note that launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in MOTION EYE camera, respectively.

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The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application. If another software application is using the camera, exit the application before using the built-in MOTION EYE camera with your desired application.

The viewer window may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you view a rapid-moving object. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software.

Using Your VAIO Computer

Capturing Still Images

To capture a still image

1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam

Companion 2.

2 Click the Capture icon in the main window.

3 Frame your subject in the viewfinder.

4 Click the Capture button below the displayed image.

The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of the main window.

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When capturing an image in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window.

The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more features. See the help file included with the software for more information.

Using Your VAIO Computer

Capturing Movies

To capture a movie

1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam

Companion 2.

2 Click the Record icon in the main window.

3 Frame your subject in the viewfinder.

4 Click the Record Video button below the displayed image to start movie recording.

5 When finished, click the Record Video button once again to stop movie recording.

The first scene of the captured movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window.

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When capturing a movie in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window.

The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more features. See the help file included with the software for more information.

Using Your VAIO Computer

Using the Optical Disc Drive

Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.

To insert a disc

1 Turn on the computer.

2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to open the drive.

The tray slides out.

3 Hold the back of the tray with one hand, place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing toward you, and

gently push it toward the tray until the disc clicks into place.

Do not exert pressure on the drive tray. Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the tray.

4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently.

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