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VAIO Slimtop LCD
Computer User Guide
PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide ❑ The socket outlet shall be installed near Safety Information and Caution the equipment and shall be easily CD-RW/DVD Combo drive accessible. Laser Diode Properties To change the backup battery, (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. 1.08mW(Read) Laser Output (CD-RW) Caution - The use of optical 35mW (Write) instruments with this product 0.4mW(Read) Laser Output will increase eye hazard. As (DVD-ROM) the laser beam us
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❑ Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une Pour les CD-RW/DVD Combo prise téléphonique dans un endroit drive: Danger : Radiation laser mouillé à moins que la prise soit conçue à visible et invisible si ouvert. cet effet. Évitez l'exposition directe au ❑ Ne jamais toucher un fil téléphonique à faisceau. découvert ou un terminal à moins que la ligne téléphonique n’ait été débranché de Attention : Pour ADSL modele l’interface réseau. modem, afin de réduire les ❑ Soyez très prudent lorsq
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide interference by one or more of the following Regulatory Information measures: ❑ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Declaration of Conformity ❑ Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Trade Name: SONY ❑ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a Model No.: PCV-LX810/ circuit different from that to which the PCV-LX910 receiver is connected. ❑ Consult the dealer or an experienced Responsible Sony Electronics Inc. radio/TV t
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FCC Part 68 For the Pen Tablet (TA-15A) (PCV-LX910 only) This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. The FCC Ringer Equivalence Trade Name: SONY Number (REN) for this equipment is 0.79B. If requested, this information must be provided to Model No.: Tablet, model TA-15A the telephone company. This device complies with Part 15 of the This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone FCC rules and RSS-210 of the IC standards. jack. Operation is subject to the following two The REN is used
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide remove the equipment from the network until This Class B digital apparatus complies with the problem is resolved. Canadian ICES-003. Repair of this equipment should be made only Cet àppareil numérique de la classe B est by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM BATTERY This equipment cannot be used on public coi
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The customer should be aware that compliance Ne pas manipuler les batteries with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. au lithium qui fuient ou sont endommagées. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by Une batterie non conforme the supplier. Equipment malfunctions or any présente un danger repairs or alterations made by the user to this d'explosion. La remplacer equipment may give the telecommunica
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’il est permis de le raccorder aux installations de l’entreprise locale de télécommunication. Le matériel doit également être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de raccordement. L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations. Les réparations de matériel homologué d
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Contents Welcome...............................................................13 Choosing an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer ....13 Front Panel Overview .......................................................14 Back Panel Overview ........................................................17 Sony Pen Tablet Overview (PCV-LX910) .......................19 Using the VAIO Pen (PCV-LX910) .................................22 Using Memory Stick® Media ..........................................33 Us
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide OpenMG™ Jukebox 2.0 .............................................. 57 Smart Capture .............................................................. 64 VisualFlow™ ............................................................... 75 DVgate™ ..................................................................... 76 System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s)........................................ 79 Using the System Recovery CD(s) ..............................
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Welcome 1 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. Choosing an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer. Here are some things to consider when plannin
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position. Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare ❑ Lighting — 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. Front Panel Overview The front panel of your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer al
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Welcome Locating Controls and Ports Front Panel (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) OP/CLOS MMOR STC D DSC 1 CD-RW/DVD Combo drive eject button Ejects a disc from the CD-RW/DVD combo drive. 2 CD-RW/DVD Combo drive Reads data from a DVD or CD and writes data to a CD-R or CD-RW disc. 3 Memory Stick® access indicator light Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to a Memory Stick media. 4 Hard disk drive access indicator light Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard di
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide Front Panel (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) (cont.) OP/CLOS MMOR STC D DSC 8 PC Card slot A PC card (also called a PCMCIA card) can be installed in this slot. PC cards enable you to add functionality to your system. 9 MEMORY STICK® media slot Insert a Sony MEMORY STICK media into this slot. 10 Universal Serial Bus (USB) port Connection for a USB device. 11 i.LINK 4-pin port (IEEE1394) Connection for an i.LINK-compatible digital device, such as a Sony Digital Handyca
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LINE PHONE USB TWOR/S MOTOR LCD iL S00 POS L MC Welcome Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel help locate and identify the ports on your computer. Locating Ports Back Panel (PCV-LX810/PCV-LX910) 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 T-Lever A handle that is used to remove the unit’s cover. 3 Monitor port Connection for a standard computer display. 17
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide 4 ETHERNET port 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interface. (The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.) 5 Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (2) Connections for USB devices. Two USB ports are located on the back panel and one USB port is located on the modem card (See #13). 6 Headphones jack Connection for optional headphones or computer speakers. 7 Line In jack Connection for an optional audio device. 8 Microphone jack Connection for an op
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Welcome Sony Pen Tablet Overview (PCV-LX910) Your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer (PCV-LX910) is supplied with a Sony Pen Tablet display (TA-15A), a VAIO Pen, and accessories. The Sony Pen Tablet is a graphic interface that provides a pressure-sensitive work area. The VAIO Pen is a cordless input device that controls the movement of the cursor on the surface of the tablet screen. The pen stand, pen tip replacements, and pen tip removing tool help you protect and care for your VAIO Pen. Place the VAI
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer User Guide LCD Display/Sony Pen Tablet Display Your VAIO Slimtop™ Computer is supplied with an LCD display (PCV-LX810) or a Pen Tablet display (PCV-LX910). This section describes the functions and connections capabilities of both display models. LCD display/Sony Pen Tablet display (Shown in an upright position) 1 Power indicator light Light is green while the power is on. When the computer enters standby mode, this indicator light turns amber. 2 Information LED lig