Sony PCV-J100 - Vaio Desktop Computer User manual

VAIO®User Guide
PCV-J100

VAIO PCV-J100 Computer User Guide
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NOTICE
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the software described herein, in whole or in
part, may not be reproduced, translated, or
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prior written approval.
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CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS
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.
This product contains software owned by Sony
and licensed by third parties. Use of such
software is subject to the terms and conditions
of license agreements enclosed with this
product. Some of the software may not be
transported or used outside the United States.
Software specifications are subject to change
without notice and may not necessarily be
identical to current retail versions.
Updates and additions to software may require
an additional charge. Subscriptions to online
service providers may require a fee and credit
card information. Financial services may
require prior arrangements with participating
financial institutions.
Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart,
VAIO Digital Studio, Media Park, DVgate,
Media Bar, Handycam, Mavica, PictureGear
and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony. Intel,
Pentium, and Celeron are trademarks of Intel
Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and the
Windows 98 logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims
of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this
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authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is
intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.
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owners.
Owner’s Record
The model number and serial number are
located on the back of your Sony VAIO
computer. Record the serial number in the space
provided here. Refer to the model and serial
numbers when you call your Sony Service
Center.
Model Number: PCV-J100
Serial Number:________________________

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Safety Information and
Caution
 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.
 Never install modem or telephone
wiring during a lightning storm.
 Never install telephone jacks in
wet locations unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet
locations.
 Never touch uninsulated
telephone wire or terminals
unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network
interface.
 Use caution when installing or
modifying telephone lines.
 Avoid using the modem during an
electrical storm.
 Do not use the modem or a
telephone to report a gas leak in
the vicinity of the leak.
 The socket outlet shall be
installed near the equipment and
shall be easily accessible.
CDRW Laser diode properties
Laser output 1.0mW(Read)
35mW (Write)
Wave Length 777–787nm
! To change the backup battery,
please contact your nearest Sony
Service Center.
! Caution - The use of optical
instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard. As the
laser beam used in this product
is harmful to the eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the drive
cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
! Danger - Visible and invisible
laser radiation when open. Avoid
direct exposure to beam.
! For CD-RW: Danger - Invisible
laser radiation when open. Avoid
direct exposure to beam.
! Caution: For ADSL modem
models, to reduce the risk of fire,
use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.
! Pour changer la pile de
rechange, veuillez contacter
votre centre de service Sony le
plus près.

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 Pour prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou
d’électrocution, garder cet appareil à
l’abri de la pluie et de l’humidité.
 Pour prévenir tout risque d’électrocution,
ne pas ouvrir le châssis de cet appareil et
ne confier son entretien qu’à une personne
qualifiée.
 Ne jamais effectuer l’installation de fil
modem ou téléphone durant un orage
électrique.
 Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une
prise téléphonique dans un endroit
mouilléàmoins que la prise soit conçue à
cet effet.
 Ne jamais toucher un fil téléphonique à
découvert ou un terminal àmoins que la
ligne téléphonique n’ait étédébranchéde
l’interface réseau.
 Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez
ou modifiez les lignes téléphoniques.
 Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un
orage électrique.
 N'utilisez pas le modem ni le téléphone
pour prévenir d'une fuite de gaz vous êtes
près de la fuite.
 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
www.sony.com.pcsupport
! Avertissement - L'utilisation
d'instruments optiques avec ce
produit augmente les risques
pour les yeux. Puisque le
faisceau laser utilisédans ce
produit est dommageable pour
les yeux, ne tentez pas de
désassembler le boîtier.
Adressez-vous àun agent de
service qualifié.
! Danger : Radiation laser visible
et invisible si ouvert. Évitez
l’exposition directe au faisceau.
! Pour les CD-RW : Danger :
Radiation laser visible et
invisible si ouvert. Évitez
l'exposition directe au faisceau.
! Attention : Pour ADSL modele
modem, afin de réduire les
risques d'incendie, n'utilisez
qu'un cordon de communication
N0. 26 AWG ou plus gros.

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Regulatory Information
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
 Increase the separation between
the equipment and the receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is
connected.
 Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Only peripherals (computer input/output
devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply
with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this
computer product. Operation with
noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in
interference to radio and television reception.
All cables used to connect peripherals must be
shielded and grounded. Operation with cables,
connected to peripherals, that are not shielded
and grounded, may result in interference to
radio and television reception.
FCC Part 68
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the
FCC rules. The FCC Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN) for this equipment is 0.7. If
requested, this information must be provided to
the telephone company.
This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone
jack.
The REN is used to determine the quantity of
devices which may be connected to the
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: PCV-J100
Responsible
Party:
Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 1 Sony Drive
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
Telephone: [phone]
This phone number is for FCC-related
matters only.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

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telephone line. Excessive RENs on the
telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In
most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs
should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of
the number of devices that may be connected to
the line, as determined by the total RENs,
contact the telephone company to determine the
maximum REN for the calling area.
If the terminal equipment causes harm to the
telephone network, the telephone company will
notify you in advance that temporary
discontinuance of service may be required. But
if advance notice is not practical, the telephone
company will notify the customer as soon as
possible. Also, you will be advised of your right
to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe
it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in
its facilities, equipment, operations or
procedures that could affect the operations of
the equipment. If this happens, the telephone
company will provide advance notice in order
for you to make the necessary modifications in
order to maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this modem, for
repair or warranty information, please contact
1-888-4SONY-PC, or write to the Sony
Customer Information Center, 12451 Gateway
Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913. If the trouble is
causing harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company may request that you
remove the equipment from the network until
the problem is resolved.
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.
Connection to Party Line Service is subject to
state and possible provincial tariffs. (Contact
the state or provincial utility service
commission, public service commission, or
corporation commission for information.)
Telephone Consumer
Protection Act of 1991
(United States)
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of
1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a
computer or other electronic device to send any
message via a telephone facsimile machine
unless such message clearly contains, in a
margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted
page or on the first page of the transmission, the
date and time it is sent and an identification of
the business, other entity, or individual sending
the message, and the telephone number of the
sending machine or such business, other entity,
or individual.
In order to program this information into your
facsimile machine, see your fax software
documentation.
Telephone Consumer
Guidelines (Canada)
Please refer to your telephone directory under
‘Privacy Issues’and/or ‘Terms of Service.’For
more detailed information, please contact:
CRTC
Terrasses de la Chaudiére, Tour centrale
1 promenade du Portage, 5 étage Hull PQ K1A
0N2.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet àppareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme àla norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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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.
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE
NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies
certified equipment. This certification means
that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network protective,
operational and safety requirements as
prescribed in the appropriate Terminal
Equipment Technical Requirements
document(s). The Department does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the
userís satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should
ensure that it is permissible to be connected to
the facilities of the local telecommunications
company. The equipment must also be installed
using an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance
with the above conditions may not prevent
degradation of service in some situations.
 In some areas the disposal of lithium
ion batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.
! Do not handle damaged or
leaking lithium ion batteries.
! Ne pas manipuler les batteries
au lithium-ion qui fuient ou sont
endommagées.
! Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used
batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
! Une batterie non conforme
présente un danger d'explosion.
La remplacer seulement par une
batterie identique ou de type
équivalent recommandépar le
fabricant. Évacuer les batteries
usées selon les directives du
fabricant.
! The battery pack used in this
device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if
mistreated. Do not disassemble,
heat above 212°F (100°C) or
incinerate.
Dispose of used battery
promptly.
Keep away from children.
! La manutention incorrecte du
module de batterie de cet
appareil présente un risque
d'incendie ou de brûlures
chimiques. Ne pas démonter,
incinérer ou exposer àune
température de plus de 100°C.
Évacuer promptement la batterie
usée. Garder hors de portée des
enfants.

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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
disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection
that the electrical ground connections of the
power utility, telephone lines and internal
metallic water pipe system, if present, are
connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make
such connections themselves, but should
contact the appropriate electrical inspection
authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number
(REN) assigned to each terminal device
provides an indication of the maximum number
of terminals allowed to be connected to a
telephone interface. The termination on an
interface may consist of any combination of
devices subject only to the requirement that the
sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all
the devices does not exceed 5. The Ringer
Equivalence Number for this equipment is 0.7.
AVIS DE L’INDUSTRIE
CANADA
AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie
le matériel homologué.
Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est
conforme aux normes de protection,
d’exploitation et de sécuritédes réseaux de
télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les
documents concernant les exigences techniques
relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère
n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel
fonctionnera àla satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
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 installéen suivant une méthode acceptée de
raccordement. L’abonnéne doit pas oublier
qu’il est possible que la conformitéaux
conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la
dégradation du service dans certaines situations.
Les réparations de matériel homologuédoivent
être coordonnées par un représentant désigné
par le fournisseur. L’entreprise de
télécommunications peut demander à
l’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil àla suite
de réparations ou de modifications effectuées
par l’utilisateur ou àcause de mauvais
fonctionnement.
Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit
s’assurer que tous les fils de mise àla terre de la
source d’énergie électrique, des lignes
téléphoniques et des canalisations d’eau
métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés
ensemble. Cette précaution est particulièrement
importante dans les régions rurales.
Avertissement: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter
de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit
avoir recours àun service d’inspection des
installations électriques, ou àun électricien,
selon le cas.
AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie
(IES) assignéàchaque dispositif terminal
indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui
peuvent être raccordés àune interface.
La terminaison d’une interface téléphonique
peut consister en une combination de quelques
dispositifs, àla seule condition que la somme
d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous
les dispositifs n’excède pas 5. L’indice
d’équivalence de la sonnerie de ce matériel est
de 0.7.

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Contents
Welcome ....................................................11
Choosing an Ergonomic Location ............................11
Front Panel Overview ...............................................12
Back Panel Overview ...............................................14
VAIO Action Setup ...................................16
Pre-setting i.LINK devices .......................................17
Changing the Window Design of Sony Software ....18
Sony Digital Media Park Applications ....19
Movie Shaker ...........................................................20
Importing Images and Sound Clips ..................................20
Create a Movie using Shaker ............................................20
Editing Clips and Scenes ..................................................21
Saving a Movie .................................................................22
Using Digital Video .................................................23
Connecting a Digital Video Recorder ...............................23
Using DVgate ...................................................................23
Hard Drive Partition .................................................24
Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive ......................24
i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility ...........................25
Enabling Smart Connect ...........................................26
Enabling Ethernet .....................................................27

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System and Application Recovery CD(s)
System and Application Recovery CD(s)System and Application Recovery CD(s)
System and Application Recovery CD(s) ....
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Using the System Recovery CD(s) .......................... 28
Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ................... 30
Troubleshooting
TroubleshootingTroubleshooting
Troubleshooting .........................................
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To Reach Sony ................................................................. 41
Notes on Use ............................................................ 41
On the Power Source ........................................................ 41
On Disposal of the Lithium Battery ................................. 43
On Handling ..................................................................... 43
On Installation .................................................................. 43
On Moisture Condensation .............................................. 44
On Upgrading the System ................................................ 44
On Handling a CRT Display ............................................ 45
On Using the Hard Disk Drive ......................................... 45
On Handling Diskettes ..................................................... 45
On Handling CD Media ................................................... 46
On Cleaning CD Media .................................................... 46
Resources ................................................................. 47
For Answers to Your Software Questions ............... 48
Sony Service Center ......................................................... 48
Specifications ........................................................... 51
Index
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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO 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
Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer. Here are
some things to consider when planning your workspace:
 Stable work surface —Use a stable work surface large enough to support
the computer and other equipment.
 Ventilation —Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides
of your computer to enable proper ventilation.
 Placement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices —Place
your keyboard, mouse, and other input devices so that your arms and hands
are in a relaxed, comfortable position. The keyboard should be directly in
front of you. Adjust the level of the keyboard so that your lower arms are
parallel to the floor. Keep your wrists in a relaxed position when you are
using the keyboard—not angled up or down. Use the palmrest only briefly,
for resting. While typing, never use the palmrest or rest your hands on the
table. 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 in a relaxed, upright posture—
avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward.
 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.

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 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.
Front Panel Overview
The front panel of your VAIO Computer provides access to the diskette and CD-
RW drives.
PCV-J100 Front Controls
Diskette Drive
CD-RW Drive
Diskette Drive
Access Indicator Light
Diskette
Eject Button
CD-RW
Eject Button
Power/Standby
Switch and Indicator
Light
Hard Disk Drive
Access Indicator
Light
CD-RW
Emergency Eject
Hole (inside the panel)

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1 HD (drive) access indicator light
Lights in amber while reading/writing data from/to the hard disk.
2 Power switch and indicator light
Turns on/off the computer.
The indicator light is green while the power is on and amber when the
computer is in standby mode.
3 Floppy disk drive
Reads/writes data from/to a 3.5-inch floppy disk.
4 FD (Floppy disk drive) access indicator light
Lights in green while reading/writing data from/to a floppy disk.
5 Floppy disk eject button
Ejects the floppy disk.
6 CD-RW eject button
Ejects a CD.
7CD-RWdrive
Reads data from a CD.
8 Emergency eject hole (inside the CD flip-down panel)
If the CD does not come out when you press the CD eject button, flip down
the panel and insert a thin, pointed object into this hole to eject the disc
manually.

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Back Panel Overview
The back panel of your computer contains the connectors where you plug in
supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel serve as a map to
help you locate the connectors on your computer.
PCV-J100 Back Controls and Connectors
1 TELEPHONE jack
Connects the phone to the computer.
2 LINE jack
Connects a phone cable to the wall jack.
3 Two i.LINK 6-pin connectors (IEEE1394)
Connects a digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam®Camcorder.
PS/2 Mouse
Keyboard
USB
Serial
Printer/Parallel
Monitor
Games/MIDI
Headphones
LINE IN
Microphone
Power
Line
i.LINK (IEEE1394)
Telephone
Ethernet

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4 ETHERNET connector
10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interface.
! The connector marked with (Network) is for LAN.
5 EMPTY PCI SLOT
For a PCI Add-On Card (not supplied).
6 MIC (Microphone) connector*
Connects a microphone (not supplied).
7 LINE IN connector
Connects an audio device.
8 PHONES (Headphones) connector*
Connects headphones (not supplied).
9 Games/MIDI connector
Connects a game or MIDI device.
10 MONITOR connector
Connects a standard CRT display.
11 PRINTER connector
Connects a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner.
12 SERIAL connector
Connects a serial device, such as a digital still camera.
13 Two USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectors
Connects a USB device.
14 KEYBOARD connector
Connects a keyboard.
15 PS/2 mouse connector
Connects a PS/2 mouse.
16 AC INPUT connector
Connects the supplied power cord.

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VAIO Action Setup
VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer’s Shortcut keys (S
Keys) and i.LINK interface. The programmable S Keys come with the following
applications as their default settings:
 S1 —Outlook Express
 S2 —Internet Explorer
 S3 —Media Bar
 S4 —Picture Gear
 S5 —DVGate Motion
 S6 —Help/Demo
All six buttons are reprogrammable.
To change the settings of the S Keys:
1From the Start menu, select Programs > VAIO Action Setup > VAIO Action
Setup.
2Click the S Key you want to change.
3From the Select Application dialog box, click the radio button for the desired
type of function. The corresponding applications appear in the list box on the
right.
4The Confirmation Application Name window appears showing you the
application you have selected. Click Next.
5You may now type a new name and description, if desired. Then click Finish.
 You can also double-click on the Windows taskbar to open VAIO Action Setup.
 You may also use the drag and drop feature to place any application into the list box.

Pre-setting i.LINK devices
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Pre-setting i.LINK devices
You can pre-set your i.LINK-equipped devices to launch desired functions, such
as automatically starting DVgate applications or connecting two VAIO
computers.
To pre-set your i.LINK device to launch a desired function:
1From the Start menu, select Programs > VAIO Action Setup > VAIO Action
Setup.
2Click i.LINK.
3Click the Advanced Setting tab.
4Click the Enable i.LINK launcher function checkbox and click Apply.
5Connect the device to your computer with your i.LINK cable.
6Turn on the device.
The VAIO Action Setup dialog box appears.
7Click OK.
8To modify the device name, click the current device name in the list box and
click Modify device name.
9Type the desired name and click Apply.
10 To assign an application, click Modify.
The Select Application dialog box appears.
11 Select the desired application and click Next.
12 Click Next to confirm the application name.
The Input Application Name dialog box appears. You may change the name
and description of the application you want to launch.
13 Click Finish to complete this step.
The next time the device is connected and turned on, the assigned
application will launch automatically.

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Changing the Window Design of Sony Software
To change the window design of Sony software:
1Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2Click UI Design Selector.
3Click << or >> and select the desired design.
4Click Apply.
5The “UI Design Selector”window design changes. The window design for
your Sony software will match the “UI Design Selector”window.
6To try another selection, click << or >>. Then, click OK.
7The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design
displays.
 You may use the feature with UI Design Selector-compatible software only.

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Sony Digital Media Park
Applications
Your VAIO®computer comes with a collection of applications that make it easy
to use advanced multimedia formats. This section highlights the Media Park
applications and the digital video capabilities.
Media Bar™
Media Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar
software handles all common computer multimedia formats, and controls selected Sony
devices. Media Bar software encompasses audio/video library cataloging and playlist
management, in addition to digital video quality control and effects features. Media Bar
seamlessly integrates a variety of new media formats with an easy-to-use software
interface.
DVgate™
DVgate makes it easy to edit digital videos. You can capture, edit, and grab digital video
clips and then assemble them into a polished home video everyone will enjoy. You can
also use DVgate to capture individual frames from digital video clips, and then save them
as graphic files. Enhance your Web page, send family and friends your favorite stills,
create your own wallpaper. The possibilities are endless.
PictureGear™
PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to see all the
images stored in any directory on your computer. Thumbnail views provide quick
reminders of your pictures. Brighten, contrast, enhance, resize, crop, and color-correct
your pictures. Create panoramic views, animations, screen savers, wallpaper, and even
HTML photo albums.
Smart Capture
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.
Captures are low resolution, making it ideal for e-mail. For high-quality captures, use
DVgate.

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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.
Importing Images and Sound Clips
1Click .
2Find the file you want to add.
3Select the file.
4Click Open. The file is added to the Clip tray.
Create a Movie using Shaker
After adding clip(s) to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the
Shaker feature. Shaker randomly select clips from the Clip tray to create a 30-
second scene.
Main Window
Clip tray
Working Panel
Product tray
Editing trays
Help
Trash