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Sony VAIO Slimtop PCV-LX700 User Manual

Sony VAIO Slimtop PCV-LX700 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ™ VAIO Slimtop Computer User Guide PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3 Safety Information and Caution CD-RW Laser Diode Properties Laser Output 1.0mW(Read) 35mW (Write) Wave Length 777–787nm ❑ 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.
  • Page 4 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 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada. Sony Customer Support can be reached at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport...

  • Page 5: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-LX700 PCV-LX800 Responsible Sony Electronics Inc. Party: Address: 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 Telephone: 201-930-6972 This phone number is for FCC-related matters only. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 6: United States

    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.
  • Page 7 DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada.
  • Page 8 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. 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...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Back Panel Overview ...16 LCD Overview ...18 VAIO® Action Setup...21 Presetting i.LINK® Devices ...23 Using the Memory Stick® Media ...26 Using PC Cards ...29 Sony Digital Media Park Applications ...33 Movie Shaker ...34 PictureGear™...37 Using a Digital Video Camera Recorder...39...
  • Page 10 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Configuring your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer...41 Hard Drive Partition... 41 Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive ... 41 i.LINK® (IEEE1394) Compatibility ... 42 Enabling Ethernet ... 44 System and Application Recovery CD(s) ...45 Using the System Recovery CD(s) ... 45 Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ...

  • Page 11: Welcome

    Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO Slimtop™ LCD 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.

  • Page 12: Front Panel Overview

    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ❑ 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.

  • Page 13: Locating Controls And Connectors

    Locating Controls and Connectors Front Panel (PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800) Ejects a disc from the CD-RW drive. Reads data from a CD and writes data to a CD-R or CD-RW disc. Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to a Memory Stick media.
  • Page 14 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to a CD-R or CD- RW disc. 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. A sliding panel that covers the PC card slot, Memory Stick slot, and connectors.
  • Page 15 A PC card (also called a PCMCIA card) can be installed in this slot. PC cards enable you to add functionality to your system. Insert a Sony MEMORY STICK card into this slot. Connects a USB device. Connects a compatible digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder.

  • Page 16: Back Panel Overview

    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer contains the connectors for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel help locate and identify the connectors on your computer. Locating Controls and Connectors Back Panel (PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800) Connects the supplied power cord.
  • Page 17 Connects an audio device. Connects a microphone(optional). ® Connects a compatible digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam Camcorder. Connects the VAIO Slimtop™ LCD monitor to the computer. Note: Do not connect any other display to this connector other than the LCD monitor that is supplied with this system.

  • Page 18: Lcd Overview

    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide LCD Overview Your VAIO Slimtop Computer is supplied with an LCD monitor. The PCV-LX800 is supplied with a QVGA (1280 x 960), and the PCV-LX700 is supplied with a XGA (1024 x 768). LCD Monitor Light is green while the power is on.
  • Page 19 Connects a PS/2 mouse. Connects a USB device. Connects a VAIO Convertible Keyboard. Adjusting the LCD display Holding both sides of the display, push the display panel out and up. Adjusting the Height and Viewing Angle of the Display 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.
  • Page 20 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide...

  • Page 21: Vaio® Action Setup

    Click VAIO Action Setup Help. Programmable Power Keys Your Sony computer is equipped with technology that allows you to get to your favorite applications easily. Each Programmable Power Key (PPK) on your VAIO Convertible keyboard comes programmed to launch a preset application with a single press of the key.

  • Page 22: Internal Timer

    P1 (MAIL) Starts Microsoft P2 (INTERNET) Starts Microsoft P3 (PICTURE) Starts Sony’s PictureGear™. P4 (HELP) Starts VAIO Demo/Help. From the start menu, point to Programs, point to VAIO Action Setup, and then click VAIO Action Setup. ✍...

  • Page 23: Presetting I.link® Devices

    Presetting i.LINK® Devices You can preset your i.LINK-equipped devices to perform desired functions, such as automatically starting DVgate™ applications or connecting two VAIO computers. ✍ From the Start menu, select Programs > VAIO Action Setup > VAIO Action Setup. The VAIO Action Setup windows appears. Click i.LINK.

  • Page 24: Changing The Window Design Of Sony Software

    The “UI Design Selector” window design changes. The window design for your Sony software will match the “UI Design Selector” window. To try another selection, click << or >> and then click OK. The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays. ✍...
  • Page 25 See “LCD Overview” for an illustration showing the Information LED’s location. AutoAlert E-mail Notification System Software Restrictions ❑ The computer may not be able to disconnect the phone line due to communication and server conditions. ❑ Monitor the status of the software when running the AutoAlert E-mail Notification System, and manually disconnect the phone line if you notice a malfunction.

  • Page 26: Using The Memory Stick® Media

    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Using the Memory Stick® Media Your VAIO Slimtop™ computer is designed to support the new Memory Stick recording media. The Memory Stick media is a compact, portable, and versatile device designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products.
  • Page 27 Change the options on the Memory Stick tab in the PPK Setup software. VisualFlow™ VisualFlow is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound files stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow not...
  • Page 28 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Resting your cursor on the right end of the main toolbar activates a secondary toolbar with more functions. Click an image to show a normal view centered on the screen. ❑ Double-click an image to show an enlarged view. Movie files start playback when the view is enlarged.

  • Page 29: Using Pc Cards

    Using PC Cards This computer has a card bus PC card slot that supports a Type I or Type II PC cards. ✍ Slide front panel cover in the direction of arrow as shown in picture to open it. Opening the Front Panel (PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800) Insert the PC card into the PC card slot until it clicks into position.
  • Page 30 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ✍ To Eject a PC Card ✍ From the Start menu, point to Settings, and then point to Control Panel. Click the PC card icon. Click the name of the card that you want to eject, and then click Stop. When the message “You may safely remove this device”...
  • Page 31 Using PC Cards Ejecting a PC Card (PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800) When the PC card is ejected from the card connector, remove the card by holding the edges and pulling it out carefully.
  • Page 32 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide...

  • Page 33: Sony Digital Media Park Applications

    Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart Capture manages the i.LINK® connection between your computer and a Sony Digital Handycam Camcorder, or other cameras that support the i.LINK interface. Smart Capture allows you to capture and compress video or still images that you can save or share via e-mail.

  • Page 34: Movie Shaker

    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Movie Shaker This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any knowledge of film editing. In a few simple steps, motion pictures can be combined with special effects, still images (pictures), and music files and then saved in a format most computers can play.
  • Page 35 Click the Shake tab. Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shaker tray. Shaker tray Click saved to the Product tray. To preview, switch the Work Panel to Product tray mode and press play. ✍ . A thirty second scene is automatically generated and Movie Shaker...

  • Page 36: Editing Clips And Scenes

    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Editing Clips and Scenes You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the length of clips. Working Panel Monitor Trim Palette Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel. Select the Effects tab from the Editing tray.

  • Page 37: Picturegear

    Saving a Movie Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for more details on saving movies. Click Export. Select the format in which you want the document to be saved. Click Next. Locate the folder to which you want the file saved.

  • Page 38: Creating A Photo Album

    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Creating a Photo Album Select the pictures you want to use to make an album. From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker. Choose the type of Album you want and click Okay. Now add more pictures, frames, text, and effects. When you are finished, select Create Album in File menu or click the Create Album icon on the toolbar.

  • Page 39: Using A Digital Video Camera Recorder

    Using a Digital Video Camera Recorder Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder Before connecting a digital video camera recorder to your computer, turn off the power on the camera. After connecting the camera, turn the power back on. You do not need to turn off the computer when connecting a camera. Using DVgate™...
  • Page 40 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ❑ Do not use DVgate when the connected digital video device is in Timer Recording mode, as this could produce a malfunction in the device. ✍ ❑ To avoid recording problems, such as a single frame appearing in multiple frames, close other applications on your system while recording.

  • Page 41: Configuring Your Vaio Slimtop™ Lcd Computer

    Configuring your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer Hard Drive Partition In order to improve the performance of the DVgate software, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The DVgate software saves files to the D partition. This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition.

  • Page 42: I.link® (Ieee1394) Compatibility

    10V to 12V. A 4-pin i.LINK connector cannot supply power to a connected device. The following Sony i.LINK 400 Mbps cables are available and recommended for use with your computer: VMC-IL4415, VMC-IL4435, VMC-IL4615, VMC-IL4635, VMC-IL6615, and VMC-IL6635. Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from your local retailer or by contacting Sony VAIO®...
  • Page 43 ❑ Use the symbol to locate the i.LINK connector. Plug the i.LINK cable into this connector. Connecting an i.LINK (IEEE1394) Device (PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800) ✍ i.LINK® (IEEE1394) Compatibility i.LINK cable (optional)

  • Page 44: Enabling Ethernet

    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Enabling Ethernet Your computer comes with a preinstalled Ethernet interface. To enable faster startup, your computer ships with this function disabled. You may enable Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below. Right-click My Computer on the desktop and select Properties. Click the Device Manager tab.

  • Page 45: System And Application Recovery Cd(S)

    The System Recovery CD program allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. Application Recovery CD(s)
  • Page 46 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide the computer will offer you the option to reformat the drive into a single partition. ✍ Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-RW drive. ✍ Shut down your computer. Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer.

  • Page 47: Using The Application Recovery Cd(S)

    Recovery CD(s), contact Sony Customer Support. Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery CD in the CD-RW drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically.
  • Page 48 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support. Topics Topic: My computer does not start ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on.
  • Page 50 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Select this application and click End Task. Windows attempts to close the application. If the attempt is unsuccessful, a second dialog box appears. Select End Task again. ❑ If you are unable to “unlock” the application, repeat the above steps but select Shut Down when the Close Program dialog box appears.
  • Page 51 When you insert a music CD, the Sony Media Bar™ automatically launches to play your CD. When the Sony Media Bar is running, the Microsoft CD Player does not have access to the CD. Close Media Bar to use the Microsoft CD Player.
  • Page 52 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ✍ If you must use other media and are having difficulty formatting non-4x CD-RW media, change the write speed from 4x to a lower setting. To change the write speed from the default to a lower speed: Click the My Computer icon on your desktop.
  • Page 53 ❑ If the speakers use an external power source, make sure that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip. ❑ If the speakers have their own volume control, check the volume level. ❑ If the program you are using has its own volume control, check that the volume is turned up.
  • Page 54 ❑ Verify that the software you are using is appropriately configured to recognize and interact with the Sony computer modem. Call the software publisher if you do not know how to configure the software to recognize the modem. All programs preinstalled by Sony are compatible.
  • Page 55 Right-click the speaker icon (Volume) in the lower-right Windows tray. Click Open Volume Controls. The Volume Control screen appears. In the Options menu, select Properties. The Properties screen appears. Change the setting for “Adjust volume for” from Playback to Recording, then click OK.
  • Page 56 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Topic: My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand use Click the My Computer icon on your desktop. Click Control Panel, and then click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. In the Quick Setup tab, click Device Setup. In the Device Setup Wizard dialog box, click Next.
  • Page 57 Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode When this occurs, follow the procedures below to reset the printer connection: Right-click the My Computer icon on the desktop, and then select Properties. Click the Device Manager tab. Select Refresh, and then click OK.
  • Page 58 Select the appropriate port, and then click Next. Click Yes to have Windows-based programs use this as the default printer. Click Next. Click No and then click Finish. ✍ To Reach Sony For Sony PC Support, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972) or access the Web site at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

  • Page 59: Notes On Use

    Notes on Use On the Power Source ❑ Your computer operates on 100–120 V AC 50/60 Hz only. If you are operating this computer outside of North America or Japan, please verify that the local AC specifications match before plugging in the computer. ❑...
  • Page 60 Dispose of the lithium battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972).
  • Page 61 Do not drop them or bump them against other objects. ❑ Your Sony computer will not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX).

  • Page 62: On Moisture Condensation

    If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. On Upgrading the System ❑...

  • Page 63: On Handling A Crt Display

    ❑ Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal. ❑ A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time.

  • Page 64: On Cleaning Cd Media

    VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ❑ Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical drive. On Cleaning CD Media ❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability.

  • Page 65: Resources

    Resources Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: Contains information on how to set up your computer quickly and easily.
  • Page 66 You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics and then select the topics that you want to receive. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or fax software.)

  • Page 67: For Answers To Your Software Questions

    For Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. ® Acrobat Reader, Adobe PhotoDeluxe LE (Adobe Systems Incorporated) Web site http://www.adobe.com/...
  • Page 68 Quicken 2000 Basic (Intuit, Inc.) Web site http://www.intuit.com/support/ phone 900-555-4688 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day Sony Applications (Sony Electronics, Inc.) Web site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport phone 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day ™...
  • Page 69 Millennium Edition Operating System, Internet Explorer, ® Outlook Express, Word 2000 (Microsoft Corporation) Web site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport phone 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.
  • Page 70 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide...

  • Page 71: Specifications Pcv-Lx700/Pcv-Lx800

    Specifications PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 733 MHz Specifications PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 Intel® Pentium® III 800EB MHz Intel® Pentium® III † 20 GB C = 8 GB / D = 12 GB ‡ MB PC-133 SDRAM, expandable to 512MB Shared with system memory SiS 630 graphics hardware acceleration SiS 630 (AC97 Compliance) 32X max.
  • Page 72 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide * MHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance. † GB means one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary. ‡ 64 MB available. 16 MB allocated to video RAM. ** 128 MB available.

  • Page 73: Index

    Index AC input connector 16 adding additional hardware precaution 60 adjusting voltage settings 59 air circulation 61 Application Recovery CD 45, applications launching problems with 51 battery disposing 60 brightness control, on LCD 18 cables 61 CD-RW drive 13 CD-RW drives troubleshooting 51 CD-RW tray opening...
  • Page 74 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide electronic documentation 65 equipment 60 European power settings 59 glare 12 handling diskettes 63 hard disk 63 hardware adding additional precaution 60 troubleshooting 49, 56 headphones connector 17 help 65 Information LED, on LCD 18 input devices setting up 11 installing additional hardware...
  • Page 75 61 reducing glare 12 removing computer cover 59 screens, reducing glare 12 serial connector 17 Shaker 35 shutting down your computer Sony Fax-on-Demand service Sony Multimedia Computer Display problems with 49 setting up 12 Sony Online Support options 65...
  • Page 76 VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide VAIO Action Setup 21 ventilation 11, 61 viewing the taskbar problems with 56 voltage settings 59 volume control, on LCD 18 window design software 24 Windows taskbar problems viewing 56 work surfaces 11 Sony...

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