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VAIO® R505SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User GuidePCG-R505TSK, PCG-R505TSPCG-R505TEK, PCG-R505TE

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1015Adding MemoryIn the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. If your notebook has 64 MB of memo

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 102example). Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while

To Install a Memory Module1034Slide the LCD lock lever and lift the cover. Slide the keyboard toward the LCD display, then lift it away slightly.5Lift

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 1048Install the memory module. 9Gently replace the keyboard, then press it into your computer. Be carefu

To Remove a Memory Module105To Remove a Memory Module1Perform steps 1 to 5 of “To install a memory module.”2Touch a metal object (such as the connecto

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1076About the Software on Your NotebookYour VAIO notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This sect

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 108ArcSoft® PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro (Windows Me only)ArcSoft, Inc.ArcSoft PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro is an eas

About the Software on Your Notebook109McAfee® VirusScan®Network Associates, Inc.Protect your computer from viruses. VirusScan can detect viruses from

xiContents1Welcome ... 15Features ...

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 110OpenMG™ Jukebox (Windows Me only)Sony Electronics Inc.OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to import d

About the Software on Your Notebook111RealProducer® G2 RealNetworks, Inc.RealProducer converts your audio and video files, or live feeds, into RealAud

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 112MovieShaker™This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any knowledge of

MovieShaker™113Create a Movie using ShakerAfter adding clip(s) to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the Shaker feature. Shaker randoml

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 114Editing Clips and ScenesYou can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and c

MovieShaker™115Saving a Movie1Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for more details on saving movies.2Click Expor

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 116PictureGear™PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to see all the imag

PictureGear™1171Gather the source images into the same folder or collection.2Select the images you want to use.3From the Utilities menu select Panoram

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 118Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDsYour computer comes with the following application, drive

Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs119To use the Application Recovery CD(s)1Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User GuidexiiConnecting an i.LINK® Device... 75Connecting an External Dis

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 120To repair software applications using VAIO Support AgentThe Driver Recovery CD utility has an informa

Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs121If your computer does not start from the Recovery CD1Press the power button and hold it for more than f

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 122Software Support InformationAdobe Acrobat Reader®, Adobe PhotoDeluxe® Home EditionAmerica Online® (Am

Software Support Information123McAfee® VirusScan® (Network Associates, Inc.)Netscape Communicator® (Netscape Communications Corporation)PhotoPrinter™

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 124Sony Applications (Sony Electronics, Inc.)Windows 2000 Operating System, Internet Explorer, Word 2000

125TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your notebook. Since many problems have simple solu

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 126still does not start, remove the AC adapter and battery pack and wait one minute, then reattach them

Troubleshooting127❑If Windows still does not start, follow the steps below to initialize the BIOS:1 Remove any diskette from the floppy disk drive.2 T

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 128❑(Windows Me) If your notebook stops responding while playing a CD or DVD, stop the CD/DVD and press

Troubleshooting the Docking Station129Troubleshooting the Docking StationI cannot operate the optical drive in the docking station, when the docking s

xiiiTroubleshooting audio ...135Troubleshooting the Printer ...

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 130The disc tray does not eject even after I press the Eject button.Open the tray by inserting a sharp,

Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad131Troubleshooting the Mouse and TouchpadMy mouse does not work.❑If you are using an external mouse, verify that

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 132❑If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to stop playback and restar

Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral Devices133❑Moisture condensation may have occurred. Leave the notebook idle for at least 1 hour with

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 134My PC card does not work.❑Make sure the PC card is compatible with Microsoft® Windows®.❑Use the Sony

Troubleshooting the Modem135Troubleshooting the ModemMy modem does not work.❑Check that the phone line is plugged into the line jack. See ”Using a Pho

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 136❑If nothing is displayed when you press Fn+F3 or Fn+F4, proceed as follows:1 Click Start, point to Se

Troubleshooting the Printer137❑Your connected printer may not function after the notebook resumes from a power saving mode. If this occurs, proceed as

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 138Getting HelpSony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions abo

1397SpecificationsThe following tables detail the hardware specifications for your notebook and the optional docking station..Notebook Hardware Specif

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VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 140Built-in Capabilities• Stereo speakers• Touchpad• Center Jog ControlConnection Capabilities •i.LINK®

Specifications141** Maximum speed for faxing is 14.4 kbps. Your modem is capable of downloading at 53 kbps. Your online service or Internet Service Pr

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 142Optional Docking Station Hardware SpecificationsModelDVD Docking Station(PCGA-DSD5)CD-RW/DVD Docking

143IndexAAbout This Computer tab 88AC adapter 26, 27AC power 26AC Profile power setting 91addinghardware 59peripherals 59adjustingbrightness 38Alt key

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide144handling 71CDRW Drive 60charge status indicator light 29charging battery pack 28choosingpower source 2

145DVD-ROMshandling 71EEject button 67ejectingdiskettes 67electronicdocumentation 138Energy Star iiiEscape key 36Ethernet network connector 25external

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide146See speakersKkeyboard 23, 35–38LLauncher Mode 47LCDlock lever 32selecting to display output81troublesh

147help 138operator keys 36output devices viPparty phone lines 57PBX 57PC cardinserting 40removing 41slot 40troubleshooting 134Type II 40phoneconnecti

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide148LCD 81monitor 81power source 26Serial connector 60setting up your PCsupport 138setup screenAbout This

149Help 37key 36Start button 33taskbar 33, 127

151WelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and commu

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VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 16Unpacking Your NotebookRemove the following hardware, documentation, and CDs from the box:HardwareManu

Unpacking Your Notebook17Recovery CDs❑Application Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to reinstall individual applications or device drivers if they are corru

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 18Notes on UseYou will be using your notebook as a portable device in a variety of environments. Wheneve

Notes on Use19Recommended PositionSetting Up Your Notebook❑Do not place your computer in a location subject to:❑Heat sources, such as radiators or air

Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony. All othe

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 20❑Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup. Do not place your computer on poro

Notes on Use21Cleaning Your Notebook❑Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer.❑Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can dam

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232Setting Up Your VAIO® NotebookThis section describes the controls and connectors on your VAIO Notebook and optional docking station, how to connect

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 24Back1Battery connectorLeft1DC In connector2USB connector3Air vent4Monitor connector5Memory Stick® slot

Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook25Right1 USB connector5PC card slot2Headphone jack6 Ethernet connector3Microphone jack7Phone line jack4 i.LINK® (IEEE139

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 26Connecting a Power SourceYou can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source.

Connecting a Power Source27Notes on the AC Adapter❑Your computer operates on 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz.❑Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consumi

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 282Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the tabs and notches on the back of the notebook, and

Connecting a Power Source29The battery indicator light on the front of the computer indicates the status of the battery pack.Battery Indicator Light

iiiNotice to UsersSony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time wit

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 30To remove the battery packYou can insert or remove the battery pack while your notebook is on or off.

Connecting a Power Source31❑Your notebook may not enter Hibernate mode when the battery life is low if certain software applications are active or if

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 32Starting Your Notebook1Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover.2Pre

Shutting Down Your Notebook33Shutting Down Your Notebook1Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar.2Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start me

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353Using Your VAIO® NotebookUsing the KeyboardAlthough the notebook keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, the keyboard has additional keys

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 36The Notebook Keyboard KeysKey DescriptionNumeric keypad areaThe numeric keypad area contains the keys

Using Your VAIO® Notebook37IndicatorsThe Windows Key in Combination with Other KeysIndicator FunctionPower Light is green when the notebook is powered

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 38The Fn Key in Combination with Other Keys + F Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a fi

Using the Touchpad39Using the TouchpadThe keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll obj

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guideivi.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. T

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 40Using PC CardsYour notebook includes a PC card slot. PC cards allow you to connect portable external d

Using PC Cards41To remove a PC card1Close any application that uses the PC card, otherwise data may be lost.2Click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon i

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 42Do not choose a USB disk, Sony i.LINK CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, or Sony i.LINK DVD-ROM drive.(Windows Me on

Using Smart Connect43Using Smart ConnectWindows Me™You can connect your VAIO® Notebook to another VAIO Notebook that has the preinstalled Windows Me o

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 44If Your Notebook is Connected to the Optional Docking StationIf you want to exchange data with another

Using Smart Connect455Turn on the notebook, and use the i.LINK cable to connect your notebook to another computer.6After you have finished the tasks y

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 46VAIO Action SetupVAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your notebook’s Jog Dial™ Control, Memory

Jog Dial™ Control47Using the Jog Dial™ ControlThis section explains how to use the Jog Dial Control. For information on how to change the settings of

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 481Rotate the Jog Dial Control to select the item you want, then press the Jog Dial Control. The Jog Dia

Using Memory Stick® Media49Using the Jog Dial Control with Other SoftwareIf the software you are using does not support the Jog Dial Control, you can

vAVERTISSEMENT❑Pour prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, garder cet appareil à l’abri de la pluie et de l’humidité.❑Pour prévenir tout

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 50For music, which requires copyright protection, you can only use MG Memory Stick media with your noteb

Using Memory Stick® Media51To View the Contents of Memory Stick MediaClick the Removable Disk (S:) icon under My Computer to see the contents of the M

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 52Write-protecting a Memory Stick MediaMemory Stick media is designed with a write-protect tab to protec

Using Memory Stick® Media53When Using Memory Stick media✍Note the following when using Memory Stick media:❑ When the erasure prevention switch of the

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 54Beware of the following when using Memory Stick media:❑Do not use the media in locations that are subj

Using Power Saving Modes55Using Power Saving ModesWhen you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power man

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 56To activate Hibernate modeTo activate Hibernate mode, press the key combination Fn+F12. To return to n

Using a Phone Line57Using a Phone LineYou need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet, and Sony Customer Support.1

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide 58Using the Local Area Network (LAN)You can connect your notebook to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX-type networ

594Connecting Peripheral DevicesThis section describes how you can add functionality to your notebook by connecting it to a variety of peripherals, as

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User GuideviRegulatory InformationDeclaration of ConformityThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide60Connecting the Optional Docking Station Your notebook supports an optional docking station that provide

Connecting Peripheral Devices61Connecting the Notebook to the Docking StationYou may connect your notebook to the docking station as long as it is not

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide623Firmly press with your thumbs the two rear corners of the notebook, until your computer clicks in plac

Connecting Peripheral Devices632Remove the notebook from the docking station, while moving the computer slightly back to disengage it from the two fro

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide64From the Start menu1Click the Start menu in the Windows task tray.2Select Eject PC to access the “Undoc

Connecting Peripheral Devices652Release and remove your notebook as described in “Disconnecting the Docking Station when the Notebook is Off” .UNDOCK

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide66Connecting the Floppy Disk DriveYou can use the floppy disk drive in the optional docking station. If y

Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive67To Remove a Diskette❑When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator light turns off and then press

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide68Connecting an Optical DriveYou can use the optional docking station, PCGA-DSD5 CD-RW/DVD or PCGA-DSD5 D

Connecting an Optical Drive692Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into place.3C

viimost, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide70Playing a DVD❑To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, it is recommended that you close all op

Connecting an Optical Drive71Handling and Cleaning CD and DVD MediaProper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability. Therefore, always

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide72Beware of the following:❑Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc.❑Memory-resid

Connecting a Printer73Connecting a Printer❑You can use the optional docking station to connect a printer or other parallel connector to you notebook.❑

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide74 ✍Note the following:❑ See the manuals that came with your printer for more information on printer inst

Connecting an i.LINK® Device75Connecting an i.LINK*® DeviceYour VAIO Notebook includes an i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 connector, which you can use to co

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide76i.LINK* cables compatible with your VAIO Notebook include cables with the following part numbers: VMC-I

Connecting an i.LINK® Device77Hard Disk Drive PartitionIn order to improve the performance of your computer’s DVgate™ Motion software, the hard disk d

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide78Connecting an External DisplayYou can connect a computer display (monitor) or projector to your noteboo

Connecting an External Display792Plug the optional display cable into the monitor connector.To Connect a ProjectorYou can use a projector, such as the

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User GuideviiiDisposal of Lithium-Ion BatteryYou can return your unwanted lithium-ion batteries to your nearest Son

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide80Using the Docking Station1Locate the monitor connector on the rear panel of the docking station. 2Plu

Connecting an External Display813Plug the audio cable into the green Headphone connector on the right side of the notebook.To Select a DisplayWhen you

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide82Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) DeviceYou can connect USB devices such as an external mouse, ke

Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device83Using the Docking Station1Locate a USB connector on the optional docking station. There are two USB

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide84Connecting External SpeakersYou can connect external speakers to your notebook to enhance the sound qua

Connecting an External Microphone85Connecting an External MicrophoneYou can use an external microphone to enhance the quality of the sound input. To C

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87Customizing YourVAIO® NotebookThis section briefly describes how you can change the default settings of your notebook to customize your computer. Re

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide88Sony Notebook Setup TabsTab DescriptionAbout This Computer Display system information, including memory

Controlling Power Management89Controlling Power ManagementThe PowerPanel utility allows you to control the power settings of your notebook and provide

ixRepairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Equipment malfunctions or any repairs or altera

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide90Customizing Power Management SettingsYou can customize power management settings, such as the system ti

Controlling Power Management91AC Power The power management state when AC power is in use. Similar to the Power Management Off setting. Power Manageme

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide92Power Management CommandsPowerPanel also provides power management commands that you can use to activat

Displaying Battery Information93Displaying Battery InformationYou can display detailed information for each of the batteries in your computer. The fol

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide94Displaying Detailed Battery InformationDouble-click the battery icon on the task tray to display the Ba

Selecting the Display Mode95Selecting the Display ModeThis notebook uses the Intel® video controller, which enables you to select the desired display

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide966Ensure that the Synchronous Display Mode box is checked, then click Apply.Changing the Window Design o

Using Dual Display function (Windows Me™ only)97Using Dual Display function (Windows Me™ only)The dual display function allows you to distribute porti

VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide98Setting Colors and Resolution for Each DisplayYou can set the display colors and resolution for each di

Using Dual Display function (Windows Me™ only)995The “UI Design Selector” window design changes. The window design for your Sony software will match t