Sony PCV-RX401 Manual de usuario

Sony VAIO Desktop

User Guide

PCV-RX4 series / PCV-7766

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Notice

This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-

readable form without prior written approval.

Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby

expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the

software or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages,

whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this manual, the software, or other information

contained herein or the use thereof.

Sony Corporation 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 licence agreement.

Trademarks

Sony, DigitalPrint, DVgate, i.LINK and the i.LINK logo, Net MD, Sony Style Imaging, MovieShaker, Smart Capture, UI Design Selector,

VAIO Action Setup, VAIO Edit Components, VAIO System Information, SonicStage, Memory Stick and the Memory Stick logo, VAIO and

the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection.

Microsoft, Microsoft Works, Windows and the Windows logo, Windows Media and Outlook are trademarks or registered trademarks

of U.S. Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

Adobe, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop Elements are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under licence. QuickTime is registered in the U.S. and other countries.

RealPlayer is a trademark or registered trademark of RealNetworks, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.

Symantec Norton Antivirus is a trademark of Symantec.

Click to DVD is a trademark of Sony Electronics.

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The USB 2.0 Hi-Speed logo is a registered trademark of Universal Serial Bus Implementers Forum.

EverQuest is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.

PowerDVD is a trademark or registered trademark of CyberLink Corporation.

RecordNow DX is a trademark or registered trademark of VERITAS.

All other names of systems, products and services are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ®marks are not

specified.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

ENERGY STAR®

As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy efficiency. The

International Energy Star®Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of

computers and their office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that

effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted

products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform

among participating nations.

ENERGY STAR®is a U.S. registered mark.

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Environmental information

Halogenated flame retardant is not used in cabinets.

Cushions formed by corrugated board are used in packaging.

Safety information

Warnings

General

❑Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee.

❑To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

❑To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your VAIO desktop to rain or moisture.

❑If reporting a gas leak, do not use the modem or a telephone in the vicinity of the leak.

❑Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm.

❑The power socket outlet you are using must be installed near the equipment and must be easily

accessible.

❑The magnetic properties of some objects can have serious consequences for your hard disk drive. They

can erase the data on the hard disk drive and cause the computer to malfunction. Do not place your

computer near or on any objects, which emit magnetic fields, mainly:

❑TV sets

❑Speakers

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❑Magnets

❑Magnetic bracelets.

Audio/video

❑Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any

equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation.

Connectivity

❑Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm.

❑Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

❑Be cautious when installing or modifying telephone lines.

❑To disconnect your VAIO desktop completely from the mains voltage, unplug the power cable.

❑Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible.

Optical disc drive

The use of optical instruments can cause eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to the

eyes, do not attempt any disassembling process. For servicing, refer to qualified personnel only.

There is visible and invisible radiation when the optical disc drive is open: avoid direct exposure to the laser beam. The disc drives are

classified as CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTS and comply with the Laser Product Safety Standard EN 60825-1. Repair and maintenance only

by authorised Sony technicians. Improper repairs and use can create safety hazards.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

TO EN 60825-1

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Regulatory information

Sony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European

Directive 1999/5/EC (radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment Directive).

This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 55024 for use in the following areas: residential, commercial, and light industrial.

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables not longer

than 3 metres (9.8 feet).

Before activating the built-in modem, please read the Modem Regulations leaflet.

Disposing of batteries

Your Sony VAIO desktop is equipped with an internal back-up memory battery that should not have to be

replaced during the lifetime of the product. If you want to replace the battery, please contact VAIO-Link:

http://www.vaio-link.com

❑Keep away from children.

❑Dispose of the battery properly at its end-of-life.

❑In some areas the disposal of non-hazardous batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited.

Please use the public waste collection system.

❑Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the

instructions.

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Welcome

Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO desktop. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio,

video, computing and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing.

Here are the main features you will be able to enjoy:

❑Exceptional performance - Your PC includes an Intel®processor, an internal modem, and a fast

Ethernet interface.

❑Dual drives – Enjoy the freedom of two drives; depending on your model you have one of the following

combinations*:

A DVD-RW and a CD-ROM drive,

A DVD-ROM and a CD-RW drive,

A DVD-RW and a DVD-ROM drive, or

A DVD-ROM/CD-RW combined drive and a Net MD MiniDisc player.

❑Sony audio and video quality – The advanced graphics card and high-quality external stereo speakers

enable you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment

software.

❑Multimedia features – Enjoy audio and video CDs. Depending on your model, you can also enjoy

MiniDiscs on the Net MD player, Sony’s latest MiniDisc player. Net MD allows high speed transfer of sound

between PC and MiniDisc.

❑Sony Memory Stick™ media slot – The next generation in digital storage allows you to easily transfer

images, sounds, data and text between cameras, computers, and more.

❑VAIO keyboard - Featuring power-on capabilities and shortcut keys to launch your favourite

applications within seconds.

❑Interconnectivity – Your computer has Memory Stick™, USB 2.0 and i.LINK™ functionalities. i.LINK™

is a bi-directional digital interface for exchanging data with compatible devices, such as camcorders.

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❑Windows®XP Home Edition - Your system includes the latest consumer operating system from

Microsoft.

❑Excellent customer support - If you are experiencing any problems with your computer, please check

the VAIO-Link website for a possible solution:

http://www.vaio-link.com

Before contacting VAIO-Link either by e-mail or by telephone, please try to solve the problem by reading

the User Guide or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software.

* Please read the printed Specifications leaflet for details.

Documentation pack

Your documentation pack contains printed user guides, as well as online user guides presented on a

documentation CD-ROM.

Printed documentation

The printed part of your documentation pack includes the following:

❑A Getting Started brochure, where you will find a brief description of the items in your box, and how

to set up your computer;

❑A Specifications leaflet, with your detailed specifications on one side, and illustrations showing the

connectors on your computer, on the other.

❑A Troubleshooting Guide, where you will find all the basic information to start using your VAIO

desktop, as well as troubleshooting and VAIO-Link information;

❑You r Sony Guarantee conditions;

❑A Safety Regulations Guide for your information;

❑A Modem Regulations leaflet applying to the modem.

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Online documentation

The online documentation includes the following guides:

1The Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide:

❑Using your VAIO desktop shows you how to use the standard components of your system. In this

part of the manual you will also find out what you can do with a Memory Stick™.

❑Connecting peripheral devices explains how you can add functionality by connecting various

peripherals.

❑Getting help explains the support options available to you, and offers basic troubleshooting tips.

❑Precautions provides facts and advice about using your VAIO desktop.

❑Glossary refers to terms used in this manual.

2The Software Guide:

❑About the Software is a short description of the features of the software pre-installed on your

system.

❑Using Video software explains how to use Sony video software: DVgate, MovieShaker and Smart

Capture.

❑Managing audio files with SonicStage describes how to convert your existing MP3, WMA and

WAV format audio files into ATRAC3 format.

❑Using DigitalPrint explains how to get the most enjoyment out of your photographs taken with a

digital camera.

❑Customizing your VAIO computer explains how to set up your system's display and so on.

❑Installing and updating applications details how to install, run or uninstall a software

application.

❑Managing drivers describes how to install, update or uninstall a driver.

❑Using the Product Recovery CD-ROMs explains how to perform a system and application recovery.

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❑Using partitioned drives tells you what you can do with partitioned drives.

3In the VAIO-Link Customer Service Guide you will find all the VAIO-Link information you need,

including specific contact numbers and addresses for each country.

4Consult the Online Help files of the software you are using for detailed information on features and

troubleshooting.

5Refer to the Microsoft Quick Start manual for more information on Windows®.

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