N Sony Notebook User Guide PCG-GRT series Read this first Sony Notebook User Guide nN 1 Read this first Notice © 2003 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved. 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. Macrovision: 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 copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 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. Read this first Sony Notebook User Guide nN 2 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. Read this first Sony Notebook User Guide nN 3 Safety information Owner's record The serial number and model number are located on the bottom of your Sony notebook. Record the serial number and the model number and refer to them if you call VAIO-Link. Read the printed Specifications document for more 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 notebook to rain or moisture. Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm. Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Centre. Before you connect peripherals, turn off the computer and all peripherals. Connect the power cord only after connecting all cables. Turn on the computer only after turning off all peripherals. Do not move your computer while the system is in Standby mode. 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 Magnets Magnetic bracelets. Read this first Sony Notebook User Guide nN 4 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. Use your notebook only with the supplied AC adapter. To disconnect your notebook completely from mains voltage, unplug the AC adapter. Please make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible. Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Optical disc drive Misuse of the optical instruments supplied with your notebook can cause eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to eyes, do not attempt any disassembling process. For servicing, refer to qualified personnel only. There are visible and invisible radiations when the optical disc drive is open: avoid direct exposure to the laser beam. Read this first Sony Notebook User Guide nN 5 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). Declaration of Conformity The European Union is targeting the free movement of goods for the internal market and to prevent technical barriers to trade. This effort has resulted in several EU Directives asking that manufacturers make their products comply with essential standards. Manufacturers are required to affix the "CE" mark on the products they sell and to draw up a "Declaration of Conformity" (DoC). Primarily, the Declarations of Conformity are intended for the market surveillance authorities as proof that products satisfy the required standards. Additionally, Sony provides these EU DoC's on the website http://www.compliance.sony.de as a service to our customers. You can search for all Declarations of Conformity available for a specific product by typing in the model name in the search box above. A list of matching documents will be displayed and can be downloaded. Please note that the availability of declarations depends on the scope of the EU Directives and the individual product specifications. This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 55024 for use in 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). The optical disc drive is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies 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 Read this first Sony Notebook User Guide nN 6 Before activating the built-in modem, please read the Modem Regulations leaflet. Depending on the country, usage of the Wireless LAN functionality may be restricted. For country-specific details, please refer to the Wireless LAN Regulations leaflet. The Wireless LAN PC functionality which is incorporated into this unit has passed Wi-Fi certification, and complies with the interoperability specifications established by WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance). Read this first Sony Notebook User Guide nN 7 Disposing of lithium ion batteries Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Dispose of promptly and properly at end-of-life. Danger of explosion if the 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. The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 60°C (140°F) or incinerate. Dispose of used batteries promptly and properly. Keep away from children. In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited. Use the public collection system. Disposing of internal memory backup battery Your notebook is equipped with an internal memory backup battery that should not have to be replaced during the lifetime of the product. For changing this battery, please contact VAIO-Link. Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Dispose of properly at end-of-life. In some areas the disposal of lithium ion and other non-hazardous batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited. Please use the public collection system. Welcome Sony Notebook User Guide nN 8 Welcome Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing. Here are just some of the features your VAIO notebook has to offer. Exceptional performance - Your PC includes a fast processor, a fast CD-RW/DVD-ROM or DVD±RW* drive and an internal modem. Portability - The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power. Sony audio and video quality - A high-resolution LCD screen enables you to take advantage of today's advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software. Multimedia features ­ Enjoy audio and video CDs. Interconnectivity ­ Your computer has Ethernet, USB 2.0 (High-speed/Full-speed/Low-speed) and i.LINKTM functionalities. i.LINKTM is a bidirectional digital interface for exchanging data. With the Memory StickTM you can easily exchange and share digital data with compatible products. Wireless technology ­ Thanks to the Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b) technology, you can communicate freely, without cables or wires*. Windows® - Your system includes Microsoft's Windows® XP Professional or Home Edition* with Service Pack 1 operating system. Communications - Access popular online services, send and receive e-mails, browse the Internet. 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, you should try to solve the problem by reading this user guide or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software. * Depending on your model. Read the printed Specifications document for more information. Welcome Sony Notebook User Guide nN 9 Documentation pack Your Documentation Pack contains printed information and user guides to read on your computer. The user guides are compiled in the VAIO Info Centre on the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc. Printed documentation A Getting Started brochure, where you will find a brief description of the items in your box, and how to setup your notebook; A Specification sheet, containing a table of specifications and a list of bundled software. A Guide to Troubleshooting / Using the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc booklet, where you will find troubleshooting, VAIO-Link information and an explanation of the purpose and use of the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc. A Dual Language Operating System leaflet*; Your Sony Guarantee conditions; A Safety Regulations leaflet; A Wireless Lan Regulations leaflet**; A Modem Regulations leaflet. * Depending on your country. Dual Language Operating Systems are available in Belgium, the Netherlands and Switzerland. ** Depending on your model. Read the printed Specifications document for more information. Welcome Sony Notebook User Guide nN 10 Documentation on disc The online part of your documentation includes the following: 1 The Hardware Guide (this guide): Using your notebook 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 StickTM and how to use the Wireless LAN function*. 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 notebook. Glossary refers to terms used in this manual. * Depending on your model. Read the printed Specifications document for more information. 2 Refer to your Software Guide for information on the software and the Sony applications. About the Software delivered with your computer is a short description of the features of the software delivered with your system. Using Video software explains how to use Sony video software: DVgate and Network Smart Capture. Managing audio files with SonicStage explains how to convert your existing MP3, WMA and WAV format audio files into ATRAC3 format. Using PictureGear Studio explains how to get the most enjoyment out of your photographs taken with a digital camera. Using Click to DVD explains how to capture video imag ...