Sony PCG-XG38 User Manual

VAIO® NotebookUser GuidePCG-XG38/PCG-XG38K/PCG-XG39/PCG-XG39K

VAIO Notebook User Guide10Connecting an i.LINK®-compatible Device ...62VAIO® Action Setup ...65Us

VAIO Notebook User Guide100Media Bar™Sony ElectronicsMedia Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handl

About the Software on Your Computer101Prodigy Internet® (Windows Me only)Prodigy Communications CorporationAn online service that helps you find what

VAIO Notebook User Guide102About Your Recovery CDsApplication Recovery CD(s)Sony ElectronicsThis program allows you to reinstall individual applicatio

For Answers to Your Software Questions103EarthLink Network TotalAccess® (EarthLink Network, Inc.) McAfee® VirusScan® (Network Associates, Inc.) Netsca

VAIO Notebook User Guide104Sony Applications (Sony Electronics, Inc.)Sound Forge® (Sonic Foundry, Inc.)Windows® Millennium Edition, Windows® 2000 Prof

105Software InformationMovieShaker™This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any knowledge of film editing. In a few si

VAIO Notebook User Guide106Create a Movie using ShakerAfter adding clip(s) to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the Shaker feature. Sh

MovieShaker™107Editing Clips and ScenesYou can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the length

VAIO Notebook User Guide1084Click Next.5Locate the folder to which you want the file saved.6Name the file.7Click Save.PictureGear™PictureGear is a dig

PictureGear™1094Now add more pictures, frames, text, and effects.5When you are finished, select Create Album in File menu or click the Create Album ic

11WelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® Notebook . Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and commu

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111TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your notebook. Many problems have simple solutions,

VAIO Notebook User Guide112My notebook starts, but my system doesn’t start properly❑When the internal backup battery is low on power, it may not start

Troubleshooting1137 Select Yes, then press Enter.8 Use the directional arrow keys to select “Exit” (Save Changes), and then press Enter. The message “

VAIO Notebook User Guide1141 Enable Deep Sleep is selected with a checkmark.2 The message “Standby function is enabled” is displayed. If the message r

Troubleshooting115Troubleshooting the LCD screenMy LCD screen is blank❑Check that the notebook is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on

VAIO Notebook User Guide116❑If you connected an external mouse while your notebook is on, you must restart your notebook.❑If you are using an optional

Troubleshooting117My floppy disk drive can not write to a diskette❑If the diskette is write-protected, disable the write-protect feature or use a disk

VAIO Notebook User Guide118❑If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings, and then check the connections between your external speake

Troubleshooting119My PC card is not working❑Make sure the PC card is compatible with Microsoft® Windows®.❑Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disab

VAIO Notebook User Guide12Unpacking Your VAIO® NotebookRemove the following hardware items from the box:Manuals❑ VAIO® User Guide — Contains informati

VAIO Notebook User Guide120Troubleshooting the modemMy modem does not work❑Check that the phone line is plugged into the line jack. See “Connecting a

Troubleshooting1211 Double click System in Control Panel.2 Set the sound device to enable in Device Manager.❑If your notebook is powered by batteries,

VAIO Notebook User Guide122Using the System and Application Recovery CDsThe following sections describe how to use the System Recovery and Application

Using the System and Application Recovery CDs123To use the System Recovery CD(s)1Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive.2Shut down yo

VAIO Notebook User Guide124Using the Application Recovery CD(s)The Application Recovery CD(s) allows you to reinstall individual applications and devi

Supplemental Information125Supplemental InformationSwitching Between NTSC and PAL StandardsYour computer is designed to allow you to switch between NT

VAIO Notebook User Guide126Getting HelpSony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and t

Specifications127SpecificationsModel PCG-XG38/PCG-XG38K PCG-XG39/PCG-XG39KProcessor700 MHz* Mobile Intel® Pentium® III featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ tec

VAIO Notebook User Guide128Connection CapabilitiesUSB PortS400 i.LINK®AC adapterHeadphoneMini Docking StationInfraredMicrophoneType II (2) & III P

Specifications129Specifications are subject to change without notice.Operating Temperature41º F to 95º F (+5º C to 35º C)(Temperature gradient less th

Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook13Software CDs❑ Microsoft® Word 2000 — Allows you to reinstall Microsoft Word to the Sony computer you purchased.Recovery

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131IndexAAC adapter 23AC power 23addinghardware 71peripherals 71adjustingbrightness 30, 37Alt key 34Application Recovery CD 124Applications key 34Bbat

VAIO Notebook User Guide132starting 29troubleshooting 111, 119connectingcoin-operated telephones 72external speakers 90hard drives 51microphone 91Mini

Index133DVD-ROM discs 47electronicdocumentation 126Energy Star 2ergonomic considerations 14Escape key 34external devicesdisplay 89See also monitorspea

VAIO Notebook User Guide134JJog Dial control 65using 66Kkeyboard 34LLCDlock lever 29selecting to display output89troubleshooting 115LCD screenhandling

Index135multiple phone lines 72Nnavigation keys 34networkconnecting 51Num Lockindicator light 36numeric keypad area 34Oonlinehelp 126openingDVD-ROM dr

VAIO Notebook User Guide136printer connector 78Rradio interference 5rechargeable battery packs 23,24recharging battery packs 26Recovery CD 124regulato

Index137VVAIO Action Setup 65, 101Video Standby mode 38Wweight saverattaching 56Windows MeControl Panel 55Explorer 35Find window 35help 35key 34key co

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VAIO Notebook User Guide14Ergonomic ConsiderationsYou will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever

Ergonomic Considerations15❑ Viewing angle of the computer’s display — Use the display’s tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye

VAIO Notebook User Guide16❑The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relo

Ergonomic Considerations17❑The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.❑The LCD is manufactured using

VAIO Notebook User Guide18Installing Display Filter✍Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from your local retailer or

19Setting Up Your VAIO® NotebookThis section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’s internal and external devices,

VAIO Notebook User Guide2Notice to Users© 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or i

VAIO Notebook User Guide206 Scroll Lock indicator 7 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen 8 Keyboard 9 Speakers 10 Internal microphone11 Touchpad 12 Lef

Locating the Controls and Connectors21Left1 PC card slots 2 i.LINK® (IEEE1394) S400 connector* * i.LINK is a trademark of SONY used only to designate

VAIO Notebook User Guide22Right1 Power button2 Multipurpose bay 3 Jog Dial™ control4 Microphone connector5 Headphone connector6 Intercooler flapBotto

Connecting a Power Source23Connecting a Power SourceYou can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source.Using the AC Adapter1

VAIO Notebook User Guide24Notes on the AC Adapter❑Your computer operates on 100V-240V AC 50/60 Hz.❑Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consumi

Connecting a Power Source25The battery pack that comes with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Follow the steps below to inse

VAIO Notebook User Guide26To charge the battery pack1Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2Insert the battery pack.3When the battery is 85% full, t

Connecting a Power Source27To remove the battery pack1Open the cover of the battery bay.2Pull out the battery pack.3Close the cover of the battery bay

VAIO Notebook User Guide28❑When the computer is directly connected to AC power and a battery pack is in the battery bay, it uses power from the AC out

Starting Your Computer29Starting Your Computer1Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover.2Press the power button of t

3Windows Media, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, SpeedStep, and Pentium are tradem

VAIO Notebook User Guide303If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display:❑Decrease brightness, press Fn+F5 and then the down or lef

Shutting Down Your Computer31If you are unable to shut down your computer:1Close or end all operations by:❑Closing all applications.❑Removing the PC c

VAIO Notebook User Guide32Close the intercooler flap1Grasp both sides of the flap while sliding the levers with your thumbs.✍The intercooler flap does

33Using Your VAIO® NotebookUsing the KeyboardYour keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specif

VAIO Notebook User Guide34Key DescriptionNumeric keypad areaContains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the numeric keypad area to type numbe

Using the Keyboard35Combinations and Functions with the Windows KeyCombination Function + F1 Displays Windows Help. + Tab Switches the selected button

VAIO Notebook User Guide36IndicatorsIndicator FunctionPower Light is green when the power to the computer is turned on. Light is red in System Idle mo

Using the Keyboard37Combinations and Functions with the Fn KeyCombinations/Feature FunctionFn+ (ESC)System SuspendPuts the system into System Suspen

VAIO Notebook User Guide38Replacing a KeycapReplace the Enter keycap, Shift keycap and Space keycap as described below. For other keys, place the keyc

Replacing a Keycap39To replace the shift or space keyBackAttaching the Shift or Space Key✍Do not use force to remove the keycaps as this may result in

VAIO Notebook User Guide4AVERTISSEMENT❑Pour prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, garder cet appareil à l’abri de la pluie et de l’humid

VAIO Notebook User Guide40Using the TouchpadThe keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scro

Using the Floppy Disk Drive41Using the Floppy Disk DriveYou can use the supplied floppy disk drive either as an external drive or as an internal drive

VAIO Notebook User Guide42To use as an internal drive1If another device is in the multipurpose bay, remove the device. See “To remove the DVD-ROM driv

Using the Floppy Disk Drive43To insert a diskette1Hold the diskette with the label side facing up.2Gently push the diskette into the drive until it cl

VAIO Notebook User Guide44Handling Diskettes❑Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette.❑Keep diskettes away from magnets.

Using the Floppy Disk Drive45The Device Swapping window appears. Remove the drive, and click OK.When the multipurpose bay is empty, attach the weight

VAIO Notebook User Guide46Using the DVD-ROM DriveYour computer comes with a DVD-ROM drive. You can play both DVDs and CDs.To insert a Disc1Turn on the

Using the DVD-ROM Drive473Place a DVD or CD in the tray with the label side facing up. For DVDs, which can be played on both sides, the side of the di

VAIO Notebook User Guide48To play DVDsWhen you play DVDs on a television connected to the optional mini docking station (PCGA-PSX1), a part of the vid

Using the DVD-ROM Drive49To remove the DVD-ROM drive (Windows Me only)When the computer is off, skip steps 1 and 3.1Right-click the AC Power icon in t

5Regulatory InformationDeclaration of ConformityThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursu

VAIO Notebook User Guide50Notes on CD and DVD mediaHandling CD and DVD media❑Do not touch the surface of the disc.❑Do not drop or bend the disc.Cleani

Using PC cards51Using PC cardsYour computer includes two PC card slots. PC cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as another hard

VAIO Notebook User Guide522Remove the PC card slot protector.When you use a Type III PC card, you need to remove both the top and bottom PC card slot

Using PC cards53 Insert the PC card slot protector back into the empty slot.Removing a PC card1Double-click in the system task tray.2The “Unplug or

VAIO Notebook User Guide545A message appears informing you that the device can now be safely removed from the system.6Press the PC card RELEASE button

Using Infrared Communication Devices55✍Infrared communication capability can be turned on and off. By default, it is disabled when your system is ship

VAIO Notebook User Guide56Using a Second Battery PackYou can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack. With two battery packs, you can extend the t

Using a Second Battery Pack57To charge the second battery packKeep the battery pack in the computer while it is connected to AC power. The battery ind

VAIO Notebook User Guide58direction of the arrow. See also “Removing the floppy disk drive (Windows Me models)” on page 44.2Remove the weight saver, a

Using the Weight Saver59Using the Weight SaverThe weight saver protects the multipurpose bay when it is empty.To attach the weight saver1If another de

VAIO Notebook User Guide6The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the tele

VAIO Notebook User Guide60Removing the Optional Hard Drive (PCGA-HDX10)Windows Me models1Click the Remove multipurpose bay device icon on Power Manage

Using Smart Connect61Using Smart Connect Windows MeYou can connect your VAIO® notebook to another VAIO computer that has the preinstalled Windows Me o

VAIO Notebook User Guide62Connecting an i.LINK®-compatible DeviceYou can connect an i.LINK-compatible device such as a digital video camera recorder t

Connecting an i.LINK®-compatible Device63DVgate™Digital Video CapturesIf your system displays the message, “Failed to record to DV deck, please check

VAIO Notebook User Guide64Adjusting Image ResolutionIf the images on the LCD do not display smoothly, the resolution may not be set correctly. To chec

VAIO® Action Setup65VAIO® Action SetupVAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer’s Jog Dial control, internal timer, and i.LINK interfac

VAIO Notebook User Guide66Using the Jog Dial ControlThis section explains how to use the Jog Dial control. For information on how to change the Jog Di

VAIO® Action Setup67software applications have two modes in List View: Simple Menu and Full Menu. You can switch the mode by pressing the shift key wh

VAIO Notebook User Guide68Dialog boxWhen a window such as Screen properties is active, Dialog is displayed in the Jog Dial control window. You can sel

Using Power Saving Modes69Using Power Saving ModesWhen you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power man

7DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERYYou can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center.For t

VAIO Notebook User Guide70To activate System Suspend modePress Fn+Esc, or press the power button and release it immediately. You can also use the Powe

71Connecting Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripheral devices:❑Phone line (page 72)❑Mini Doc

VAIO Notebook User Guide72Connecting a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet.1Plug one end

Using the Mini Docking Station73Using the Mini Docking StationYou can use the PCGA-PSX1 Mini Docking Station (optional) to connect peripheral devices

VAIO Notebook User Guide74Connecting the Mini Docking StationBefore connecting the Mini Docking StationYou must plug the cable attached to the AC adap

Using the Mini Docking Station751Open the cover of your computer.2Attach the left side tab of the Mini Docking Station to the left side hollow of your

VAIO Notebook User Guide765Attach the right side tab of the Mini Docking Station to the right side hollow of your computer.Push the tab into the hollo

Using the Mini Docking Station772After the IN USE indicator has turned off, pull the RELEASE lever on the right side of your computer and release the

VAIO Notebook User Guide78Connecting an external mouse or keyboardYou can connect a USB or PS/2® style mouse or keyboard.1Plug the keyboard cable or m

Using the Mini Docking Station79Connecting a printer✍Before you connect the printer, turn off your computer and disconnect the AC adapter and power co

VAIO Notebook User Guide8Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Equipment malfunctions o

VAIO Notebook User Guide80Connecting a floppy disk drive to the Mini Docking StationYou can use the floppy disk drive as an external drive by connecti

Using the Mini Docking Station81Connecting audiovideo (AV) devicesYou can use audio/video devices by connecting the AV devices to the Mini Docking Sta

VAIO Notebook User Guide82*CONTROL A1 or CONTROL A1 To record music to a mini disc from a CD playing on the computer via the OPTICAL OUT, (available b

Using the Mini Docking Station83Connecting a CD player, an active speaker, or an amplifierConnect a CD player, an active speaker, or an amplifier to t

VAIO Notebook User Guide84Connecting a Dolby Digital™ Decoder integrated device1Insert the DVD-ROM drive into the multipurpose bay 2Connect the OPTICA

Using the Mini Docking Station85Connecting a TV or a video deckConnect the computer to a TV or a video deck using audio/video cables. Switch the input

VAIO Notebook User Guide86Connecting a Printer to Your ComputerYou can connect the printer to your computer using the printer cable and the supplied f

Connecting an External Display87Connecting an External DisplayYou can connect an external display to your notebook. For example, you can use the compu

VAIO Notebook User Guide88To connect a computer displayYou can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers and an exter

Connecting an External Display89To connect a projectorUsing a projector connected to your computer can be convenient for presentations and slide shows

9ContentsWelcome ...11Features ...11

VAIO Notebook User Guide90Connecting External SpeakersYou can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers.To connect ex

Connecting an External Microphone91Connecting an External MicrophoneYou can enhance the quality of sound input by using an external microphone.To conn

VAIO Notebook User Guide92Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (Mouse or Keyboard)You can connect a USB style mouse or keyboard.Plug the key

Adding Memory93Adding MemoryYou can increase your system’s memory by installing optional memory modules. Your system comes with 128 MB of installed me

VAIO Notebook User Guide944Follow steps 8 and 9 of “To install a memory module.”To install a memory module1Shut down your computer and disconnect all

Adding Memory954Lift the two stoppers at the bottom of the keyboard and slide the keyboard toward the LCD display, then lift it away slightly.5Lift th

VAIO Notebook User Guide967Install the memory module as described in the following graphic.8Gently replace the keyboard, then press it into your compu

Adding Memory979Close the computer cover, and tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer.To view the system memory1Turn on the computer.2Click t

VAIO Notebook User Guide98About the Software on Your ComputerYour VAIO notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you

About the Software on Your Computer99CompuServe® 2000 (Windows Me only)CompuServe, Inc.The all new CompuServe 2000 delivers a powerful tool for Intern