Sony Vaio PCG-GRT100 Series User manual

PCG-GRT Series
Setting Up Giga Pocket Personal
Video Recorder
The following instructions describe how to set up additional devices, such as a VCR or cam-
corder, to record information using the Giga Pocket® Personal Video Recorder System. These
instructions supersede those found in the electronic VAIO® Computer User Guide.
Connecting VCR or camcorder using A/V and S-video cables
Your computer has audio and video connection capabilities that support A/V and S-video cables.
Before you begin, verify whether your VCR or camcorder requires a standard video or S-video
connection. Your computer does not support a standard 1/8 mini stereo to RCA cable.
Option 1
1Connect the mini-jack end of an optional A/V cable with triple RCA plugs (VMCN320TP) to
the AV In jack located on the left side of your computer.
2Connect the triple RCA plugs into the appropriate jacks on your compatible VCR or
camcorder.
Option 2
1Connect an optional S-video cable to the S Video In jack located on the left side of your
computer.
2Connect the other end of the S-video cable into the appropriate port on your compatible VCR
or camcorder.
3Connect the mini-jack end of an optional A/V cable with triple RCA plugs (VMCN320TP) to
the AV In jack on the left side of the computer.

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PCG-GRT Series
4Connect the composite audio L and R plugs of the A/V cable to the appropriate jacks on your
compatible VCR or camcorder.
✍If your computer is connected to an optional port replicator, you must connect the A/V cable to the AV In
jack located on theleft side ofthe computer. The AudioIn jacks (composite audio L andR jacks)located
on the back of the port replicator are not designed to support the Giga Pocket® Personal Video
Recorder System.
Connecting a VCR or Camcorder to the Computer
✍To order accessory parts for your VAIO computer, visit the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center
(DAPC) at http://servicesales.sel.sony.com/web/index.jsp or call them at 1-800-488-SONY (7669).
Video Cassette Recorder (VCR)
Compatible camcorder
A/V cable (optional)
S-video cable
(optional)
AV In
S Video In