Sony VAIO Notebook Computer Uživatelský manuál

1Welcome...7Using Your VAIO Notebook...9Using the Keyboard...

Change text in this variable definition to document title.10KeyboardFunction KeysPrint Screen KeyShiftFn KeyWindows KeyAlt KeyApplications KeyNumeric

Change text in this variable definition to document title.100OpenMG JukeboxOpenMG Jukebox is a software application that utilizes Sony Corporation’sco

OpenMG Jukebox101To start OpenMG Jukebox 2.01 From the Start button on the Windows taskbar, select Programs, OpenMGJukebox, and then click on OpenMG J

Change text in this variable definition to document title.102To record a CDYou can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists withinOpen

OpenMG Jukebox1034 To select certain tracks from your CD, uncheck any unwanted tracks. Youcan also click the empty checkbox next to Select All (clears

Change text in this variable definition to document title.104Check-out1 Connect the external device/media to your notebook.2 Click the Check-in/Out ta

OpenMG Jukebox105Check-inYou can only check-in songs recorded on external devices/media to the harddrive of the same notebook from which the songs wer

Change text in this variable definition to document title.106❑ Import audio files in various formats — You can import downloaded orstored audio files

PictureGear107PictureGearPictureGear software is a digital image management application that allows youto see all the images stored in any directory o

Change text in this variable definition to document title.1081 Gather the source images into the same folder or collection.2 Select the images you wan

Smart Capture109Smart CaptureSmart Capture is a Sony-designed application that manages the i.LINK®*connection between your notebook and a compatible i

Using Your VAIO Notebook11The notebook keyboard keysKey DescriptionNumeric keypadareaThe numeric keypad area contains the keys found on atypical calcu

Change text in this variable definition to document title.110Using Still mode1 From the Start button, point to Programs, point to Smart Capture, and t

Smart Capture111The Still Image Options window has four tabs:❑ Capturing Mode — You can choose between Normal, Self-timer orPanorama Capture modes.❑ I

Change text in this variable definition to document title.112Capturing a picture in Still mode1 Use your digital camera or camcorder to locate the ima

Smart Capture113on the Capture button. The Still Viewer window appears. You can captureone picture or several pictures at a time.2 Click on the arrows

Change text in this variable definition to document title.114❑ Save — Click on the Save button to save your still image in a variety offormats, to a l

Smart Capture115❑ Format — You can adjust the compression rate for your movies inMPEG1 format or choose the AVI option for no compression. You canalso

Change text in this variable definition to document title.1163 You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by using theplay, pause and stop

Smart Capture117❑ Save — ClickontheSavebuttontocompressandsaveyourmovieinavariety of formats, to a location of your choice.Using ImageStationImageStat

Change text in this variable definition to document title.118Uploading with Still Viewer1 Click on the Upload button in Still Viewer. The ImageStation

Smart Capture1194 Go to http://www.imagestation.com to view your uploaded pictures ormovies. Follow the onscreen instructions to access your ImageStat

Change text in this variable definition to document title.12Operator keys Several keys are always used with at least one other key:Ctrl, Alt, and Shif

Change text in this variable definition to document title.120VisualFlowVisualFlow software is a Sony state-of-the-art multimedia browser designedspeci

Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs121Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDsYour notebook comes with the following application, driver,

Change text in this variable definition to document title.122Using Your Recovery CDsThe following sections describe how to use the Application Recover

Using Your Recovery CDs123Using the Driver Recovery CD(s)The Driver Recovery CD utility allows you to reinstall individual drivers andrepair software

Change text in this variable definition to document title.124The System Recovery CD contains a backup copy of all the software originallyinstalledonyo

Using Your Recovery CDs1256 Press the arrow keys to select “Exit” (Save Changes) and then press theEnter key. The message “Save configuration changes

Change text in this variable definition to document title.126Software Support InformationAdobe Acrobat Reader®America Online®CompuServe® 2000Drag’n Dr

Software Support Information127Prodigy Internet®Quicken® 2001QuickTime™RealJukebox®, RealPlayer®, RealProducer® G2Sony ApplicationsWindows® Operating

Change text in this variable definition to document title.128WinDVD™ 2000Sony Service CenterFor the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYP

129TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you may encounterwhen using your notebook. Many problems have simple solutions,

Using Your VAIO Notebook13IndicatorsIndicator lightsIndicator FunctionPower Light is green when the notebook is powered on, flashes amberwhen the note

Change text in this variable definition to document title.130❑ If you are using an external display, check that it is plugged into a powersource and t

Troubleshooting131My notebook starts, but the message “Operating system not found” appears andWindows does not start.❑ Make sure there is no floppy di

Change text in this variable definition to document title.132My notebook stops responding or does not shut down.It is best to use the Shut Down comman

Troubleshooting the Docking Station133Troubleshooting the Docking StationI cannot operate the optical drive in the docking station, when the dockingst

Change text in this variable definition to document title.134The disc tray does not eject even after I press the Eject button.Open the tray by inserti

Troubleshooting the LCD Screen135Troubleshooting the LCD ScreenMy LCD screen is blank.❑ Verify that the notebook is plugged into a power source and th

Change text in this variable definition to document title.136Troubleshooting the Mouse and TouchpadMy mouse does not work.❑ If you are using an extern

Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral Devices137Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral DevicesMy floppy disk drive can not write

Change text in this variable definition to document title.138My optical drive tray does not open.❑ Make sure the notebook is turned on.❑ Press the Eje

Troubleshooting the Software139Troubleshooting the SoftwareMy software program stops responding or crashes.Contact the software publisher or designate

Change text in this variable definition to document title.14The Windows key in combination with other keysNum Lock The number keys in thenumeric keypa

Change text in this variable definition to document title.140Troubleshooting the ModemMy modem does not work.❑ Check that the phone line is plugged in

Troubleshooting Audio141Troubleshooting AudioMy speakers have no sound.❑ If the built-in speakers are turned off, press Fn+F3 or use the Jog Dialcontr

Change text in this variable definition to document title.142Troubleshooting the PrinterI cannot print.❑ The default setting for the printer port mode

143Getting HelpSony provides you with several support options to answer questions aboutyour VAIO notebook or the preinstalled software. Refer to these

Change text in this variable definition to document title.1445 Sony Fax-on-DemandThis service, which requires a fax machine or your fax software,provi

VAIO Support Agent145VAIO Support AgentVAIO Support Agent helps you repair your own software problems without theassistance of a support analyst. VAIO

Change text in this variable definition to document title.146retrieve the date/time (snapshot) that was recorded when the application workedcorrectly.

VAIO Support Agent147To use Common SolutionsCommon Solutions offers automated, One-Click Fixes to repair commonsoftware problems. These solutions can

Change text in this variable definition to document title.1483 Click the resize arrows next to the SupportAction categories to expand orcollapse the c

VAIO Support Agent1494 Select the appropriate SupportAction from the list.5 Click Run or double-click the desired SupportAction. The availableSupportA

Using Your VAIO Notebook15The Fn key in combination with other keysShift ++MReturns all minimized windows to their previous size.+ R Displays the Run

Change text in this variable definition to document title.1501 Connect to the Internet.2 From the VAIO Support Agent main window, click Support Centra

VAIO Support Agent151Support Central: Registration page

Change text in this variable definition to document title.152When you log on to Support Central, the Current Issues page displays, enablingyou to cont

VAIO Support Agent153If you log on to Support Central with a new issue, or if you do not have any openissues, the Support Wizard appears. You can begi

Change text in this variable definition to document title.154You can choose from four response options:❑ Give the Agent your permission to contact the

VAIO Support Agent155window with an explanation and instructions to follow. Others will cause theambulance icon on your task tray to blink. You should

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157IndexAAbout This Computer tab 69AC Profile power setting 72adjustingbrightness 15Alt key 12Application Recovery CD 122Applications key 12audiotroub

Change text in this variable definition to document title.158USB device 62connectorsnetwork 40Serial port 40correction keys 11, 12Ctrl key 12cursor-mo

Index159indicators 13Insert key 11, 12insertingdiskettes into drive 47JJog Dial 26Kkeyboard 9–15Fn key 15using 9Windows key 14LLauncher Mode 27LCDsele

Change text in this variable definition to document title.16Fn+ /(F7)Switch to theexternal displayToggles through the LCD and external display.Fn+ (F1

Change text in this variable definition to document title.16072Power OnPassword tab 69power saving modes 30, 35System Hibernation 16, 35System Idle 35

Index161troubleshooting 129audio 141docking station 133drives, PC Cards, and peripherals 137LCD screen 135modem 140mouse and touchpad 136printer 142so

Using the Touchpad17Using the TouchpadThe keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can pointto, select, drag, and scroll obje

Change text in this variable definition to document title.18✍ See Mouse Properties for information on touchpad features, such as clicking both buttons

Using PC Cards19Using PC CardsYour notebook includes a PC Card slot. PC Cards allow you to connect portableexternal devices.To insert a PC Card1 Inser

Change text in this variable definition to document title.2Using a Phone Line...37Using the LAN...

Change text in this variable definition to document title.20To remove a PC Card1 Close any application that uses the PC Card, otherwise data may be lo

Using PC Cards216 Gently grasp the card and pull it out.Do not choose a USB disk or a Sony i.LINK optical drive in the Stop a Hardware device dialog b

Change text in this variable definition to document title.22Connecting VAIO ComputersThe preinstalled Smart Connect software enables you to use an opt

Connecting VAIO Computers23If your notebook is connected to the optional docking stationIf you want to exchange data with another computer using the o

Change text in this variable definition to document title.24❑ Set the i.LINK network switch to the unmarked side.

VAIO Action Setup25VAIO Action SetupVAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your notebook’s center Jog Dial™control, Memory Stick® media, and i.LIN

Change text in this variable definition to document title.26Using the Center Jog Dial ControlYour notebook is equipped with a center Jog Dial control

Using the Center Jog Dial Control27Launcher modeThe Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application islaunched or the Jog Dia

Change text in this variable definition to document title.281 Rotate the center Jog Dial control to select the item you want, then press thecenter Jog

Using the Center Jog Dial Control29Using the center Jog Dial control with other softwareIf the software you are using does not support the center Jog

3Controlling Power Management ...70Viewing the Power Management status icons ...70Activating the Power Man

Change text in this variable definition to document title.30Using Memory Stick MediaThis compact, portable, and versatile recording medium has a data

Using Memory Stick Media312 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media in until it clicks in place.To view the contents of Memory Stick mediaClick the Rem

Change text in this variable definition to document title.32Write-protecting a Memory Stick mediaMemory Stick media is designed with a write-protect t

Using Memory Stick Media33Notes on Memory Stick media❑ When the erasure prevention switch of the Memory Stick media is set toLOCK, data cannot be reco

Change text in this variable definition to document title.34❑ Do not allow the media to get wet.❑ Do not use or store the media in a location that is

Using Power Saving Modes35Using Power Saving ModesWhen you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can takeadvantage of power mana

Change text in this variable definition to document title.36To return to Normal modeTo return to normal mode, turn on the notebook by pressing the pow

Using a Phone Line37Using a Phone LineYou need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, theInternet, and Sony Customer Support.In

Change text in this variable definition to document title.38Using the LANYou can connect your notebook to 10Base-T and 100Base-TX-type Local AreaNetwo

39Connecting Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your notebook by connecting it to a variety ofperipherals, as discussed in the following s

Change text in this variable definition to document title.4OpenMG Jukebox...100Electronic Music Distri

Change text in this variable definition to document title.40Back Panel1 USB ports 5 Ethernet port(10BaseT/100Base-TX)2 Monitor port 6 i.LINK*®(IEEE 13

Connecting Peripheral Devices41Connecting the notebook to the docking stationYou may connect your notebook to the docking station as long as it is not

Change text in this variable definition to document title.423 Firmly press with your thumbs the two rear corners of the notebook, untilyour notebook c

Connecting Peripheral Devices43❑ Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is off.❑ Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is o

Change text in this variable definition to document title.441 Pull out the two release levers on either side of the rear corners of thedocking station

Connecting Peripheral Devices45From the Start menu1 Click the Start menu in the Windows task tray.2 Select Eject PC to access the “Undock Complete” di

Change text in this variable definition to document title.462 Release and remove your notebook as described in the “Disconnecting thedocking station w

Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive47Connecting the Floppy Disk DriveYou can use the floppy disk drive in the optional docking station. If you do notutil

Change text in this variable definition to document title.48Notes on handling floppy disks❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of

Connecting an Optical Drive49Connecting an Optical DriveYou may use the optional PCGA-DSD5 CD-RW/DVD Docking Station orPCGA-DSD5 DVD Docking Station w

5Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad...136Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral De-vices...

Change text in this variable definition to document title.503 Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flasheswhile your n

Connecting an Optical Drive51Handling and cleaning CD and DVD mediaProper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability. Follow theseguide

Change text in this variable definition to document title.52✍ Note the following when using an optical drive to write to a CD-R/RW:❑ For optimal writi

Connecting a Printer53Connecting a Printer❑ You can connect a Windows 2000 compatible parallel port printer to theoptional docking station.❑ You can a

Change text in this variable definition to document title.54Connecting a USB Printer✍ Note the following:❑ See the manuals that came with your printer

Connecting an i.LINK Device55Connecting an i.LINK* DeviceYour VAIO notebook includes an i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port, which youcan use to connect to a

Change text in this variable definition to document title.56Connecting Digital Video Camera RecorderDigital videocamera recorderi.LINK cableTo S400To

Connecting an i.LINK Device57i.LINK cables compatible with your VAIO notebook include cables with thefollowing part numbers: VMC-IL4415A (a 1.5-meter

Change text in this variable definition to document title.58Connecting an External DisplayYou can connect a computer display (monitor) or projector to

Connecting an External Display59To connect a projectorYou can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display.Using the notebo

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Change text in this variable definition to document title.60Using the docking station1 Locate the monitor port on the rear panel of the docking statio

Connecting an External Display61To select a displayWhen you connect an external display to the monitor port, you can press Fn+F7to toggle the output b

Change text in this variable definition to document title.62Connecting a USB DeviceYou can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices such as an ext

Connecting a USB Device63You can use an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 series (not supplied)with this notebook. Since the USB mouse software driver

Change text in this variable definition to document title.64Connecting External SpeakersYou can connect external speakers to your notebook to enhance

Connecting an External Microphone65Connecting an External MicrophoneYou can use an external microphone to enhance the quality of the sound input.To co

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67Customizing Your VAIO NotebookThe following sections briefly describe how to change your notebook’sdefault settings:❑ Displaying the Sony Notebook S

Change text in this variable definition to document title.683 Select the tab for the item you want to change. See “Sony Notebook Setuptabs” for more i

Customizing Your VAIO Notebook69Sony Notebook Setup tabsTab DescriptionAbout This Computer Display system information, including memorycapacity, seria

7WelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, andwelcome to the VAIO User Guide. This user guide provides detailedinformation

Change text in this variable definition to document title.70Controlling Power ManagementThe PowerPanel™ utility allows you to control the power settin

Controlling Power Management71Customizing Power Management settingsYou can customize power management settings, such as the system timer and thebright

Change text in this variable definition to document title.72Icon DescriptionMaximum PerformanceProvides the best system performance while still conser

Controlling Power Management73Power Management commandsPowerPanel™ also provides power management commands that you can use toactivate specific power

Change text in this variable definition to document title.74Conserving battery powerWhen using the notebook with a battery, the LCD display and the ha

Displaying Battery Information75Displaying Battery InformationYou can display detailed information for each of the batteries in your notebook.The foll

Change text in this variable definition to document title.76Displaying detailed battery informationDouble-click the battery icon on the task tray to d

Displaying Battery Information77Customizing the Battery Information toolbar and alarm systemYou can customize the Battery Information toolbar to suit

Change text in this variable definition to document title.78Selecting the Display ModeThis notebook uses the Intel® video controller, which enables yo

Selecting the Display Mode793 Click the Settings tab, then click the Advanced button to display the Intel®82815 Graphics Controller Properties dialog

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Change text in this variable definition to document title.80Changing the window design of Sony softwareTo change the window design1 Click the Start bu

81Adding MemoryIn the future you may want to install memory modules to expand thefunctionality of your notebook. The amount of memory on your notebook

Change text in this variable definition to document title.82❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives and other components.Perform the pr

Installing a Memory Module83Installing a Memory Module1 Shut down your notebook and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as yourprinter.2 Unplug th

Change text in this variable definition to document title.845 Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side, then gently turn it over on thetouchpad spa

Installing a Memory Module859 Gently replace the keyboard, then press it into your notebook. Be careful notto detach the cable when lifting the keyboa

Change text in this variable definition to document title.8610 Close the notebook cover, then tighten the screws on the bottom of thecomputer.

Removing a Memory Module87Removing a Memory Module1 Perform steps 1 to 5 in the “Installing a Memory Module” section.2 Touch a metal object (such as t

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89About the Software on Your NotebookYour VAIO® notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, andcommunicate as soon as you turn it on. This sectio

9Using Your VAIO NotebookThis section describes the following aspects of your new computer:❑ Using the Keyboard❑ Using the Touchpad❑ Using PC Cards❑ C

Change text in this variable definition to document title.90Drag’n Drop CD®DigiOn Inc. and Easy Systems Japan Ltd.Drag'n Drop CD is designed to b

About the Software on Your Notebook91Netscape Communicator®Netscape Communications CorporationNetscape Communicator is an all-in-one Internet tool tha

Change text in this variable definition to document title.92Prodigy Internet®Prodigy Communications CorporationAn online service that helps you find w

About the Software on Your Notebook93RealProducer® G2RealNetworks Inc.RealProducer converts your audio and video files, or live feeds, into RealAudioa

Change text in this variable definition to document title.94VisualFlow™Sony Electronics Inc.VisualFlow is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser d

DVgate95DVgateIn order to improve the performance of your notebook’s DVgate™ motionsoftware, the hard disk drive on your notebook has been formatted w

Change text in this variable definition to document title.96❑ Click Browse and, from your C: drive, select Program Files, and Sony, andDvgate, and Pre

MovieShaker97MovieShakerThis application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without anyknowledge of film editing. In a few simple steps,

Change text in this variable definition to document title.983 Click . A 30-second scene is automatically generated and savedto the Product tray.4 To p

MovieShaker991 Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel.2 Select the Effects tab from the Editing tray.3 Drag and drop the Effec