Sony PCV-LX800, PCV-LX700 manual Welcome, Choosing an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer

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Welcome

Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO Slimtop™ LCD 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 for Your Computer

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 with relaxed, upright posture—avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward.

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Contents Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Owner’s RecordSafety Information and Caution Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide FCC Part Regulatory InformationTelephone Consumer Guidelines Canada Telephone Consumer Protection Act United StatesDisposal of Lithium ION Battery Avis DE L’INDUSTRIE Canada Contents Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Configuring your Vaio Slimtop LCD ComputerChoosing an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer WelcomeFront Panel Overview Front Panel PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 Locating Controls and ConnectorsFront panel cover CD-RW drive access indicator lightPower switch and indicator light PC Card slot Universal Serial Bus USB connector11 i.LINK 4-pin connector IEEE1394 PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 Front PanelBack Panel PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 AC Input connectorMonitor connector Back Panel OverviewLine In connector Ethernet connectorUniversal Serial Bus USB connectors Headphones connectorLCD Monitor LCD OverviewAdjusting the Height and Viewing Angle of the Display Adjusting the LCD displayMouse Connector PS/2 Keyboard connectorVaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide To access Vaio Action Setup Help Vaio Action SetupProgrammable Power Keys Key Function Internal TimerTo change the settings of the PPKs To preset your i.LINK device to perform a desired function Presetting i.LINK DevicesTo change the window design Changing the Window Design of Sony SoftwareAutoAlert E-mail Notification System If you use software that uses a phone line If you are using the timer to download e-mail automaticallyAutoAlert E-mail Notification System Software Restrictions Inserting the Memory Stick Media Using the Memory Stick MediaLocking the Memory Stick VisualFlowTo use VisualFlow Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Inserting a PC Card PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 Using PC CardsTo Insert a PC Card Opening the Front Panel PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800To Eject a PC Card Ejecting a PC Card PCV-LX700/PCV-LX800 Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Media Bar Sony Digital Media Park ApplicationsMain Window Create a Movie using ShakerMovie Shaker Importing Images and Sound ClipsShaker tray Working Panel Editing Clips and ScenesAdding effects to a scene or a clip Managing Your Pictures PictureGearSaving a Movie Making Still Images and Panoramic from Mpeg Using Panorama MakerCreating a Photo Album When capturing clips Using a Digital Video Camera RecorderConnecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder Using DVgateWhen recording AVI files to tape To defragment your hard disk drive Configuring your Vaio Slimtop LCD ComputerHard Drive Partition Defragmenting your Hard Disk DriveLink IEEE1394 Compatibility To connect an i.LINK IEEE1394 device Connecting an i.LINK IEEE1394 DevicePCV-LX700/PCV-LX800Enabling Ethernet To enable the Ethernet connectionSystem Recovery utility options System and Application Recovery CDsUsing the System Recovery CDs Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-RW drive To use the System Recovery CDsTo use the Application Recovery CDs Using the Application Recovery CDsVaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Topic My computer or software program stops responding TroubleshootingTopics Topic My computer does not startVaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Topic I want to play a CD with my Microsoft CD Player Topic My CD-RW drive tray does not openTopic I cannot play a CD Topic Why is there no sound in any application? Topic How do I change the video resolution of my display?Topic My modem does not work Topic My modem connection is slowTopic My microphone is too sensitive to background noise Topic My microphone does not workTopic My mouse does not work Topic I cannot find the Windows taskbar Topic My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand useTopic Why is my system running slowly? Topic My keyboard does not workTopic How do I install a printer? Topic How do I enable my Ethernet interface?To Reach Sony On the Power Source On Handling the Computer System On Disposal of the Lithium BatteryPage On Handling an LCD Display On Moisture CondensationOn Upgrading the System On Handling CD Media On Using the Hard Disk DriveOn Handling a CRT Display On Handling DiskettesOn Cleaning CD Media Resources Reference Manual Software UpdatesFor Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Service CenterMcAfee VirusScan Network Associates, Inc For Answers to Your Software Questions Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Specifications Power Requirements AccessoriesService Limited WarrantyIndex Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Index Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide