Sony PEGA-SC500 - Manual (Page 2)

Connect to the serial port of
the computer
English
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain
or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
Owner’s Record
The model and lot numbers are located on the bottom of your serial cradle.
Record the lot number in the space provided below. Refer to the model and
lot numbers when you call Sony Service Center regarding this product.
Model No. PEGA-SC500
Lot No.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including any interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
• CLIE and PictureGear are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• HotSync is a registered trademark,and the HotSync logo is a trademark
of Palm,Inc.or its subsidiaries.
• Microsoft ® and Windows ® are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.
Before use
By using the serial cradle, you can synchronize your data using the
HotSync
® operation with computers running Microsoft ® Windows ® 95/
Windows 98/Windows 98 Second Edition/Windows 2000 Professional.
Connecting the cradle to your
computer
If Palm Desktop for Sony software has not been
installed:
Install the Palm Desktop for Sony software on your computer, by following
the instructions in "Read This First" supplied with the CLIE handheld. Use
the Install CD-ROM supplied with the CLIE handheld to install this
software.
If Palm Desktop for Sony software is already installed:
Connect the serial cradle to the serial port of the computer.
Note
As soon as the Palm Desktop for Sony software installation is complete, the
serial port is automatically set to COM port 1 as the connection port of the
serial cradle. If you want to connect to another serial port (COM port),
change the settings by following the procedure below:
1 Click the icon in the task tray at the bottom right corner
of Windows desktop and make sure that [Setup...] is
checked in the shortcut menu.
2 Select the Local tab.
3 In the drop down menu, select Serial Port and click the
serial port number you used to connect the serial cradle.
4 Click OK.
Push the HotSync button to make sure data synchronization is
possible between the CLIE handheld and your computer.
Installing PictureGear TM Lite
(Windows 95 only)
If your computer is running Windows 95, use the supplied 8 cm (3 in.) CD-
ROM to install PictureGear Lite.
Notes
• Do not use the installation CD-ROM, “PictureGear Lite” supplied with
the CLIE hadheld as it is not compatible with Windows 95.
• Quit all applications first before installing PictureGear Lite on your
computer.
• See ReadMe.txt in the supplied 8 cm (3 in.) CD-ROM beforehand.
Information on software installation and software usage are included.
1 Insert the 8 cm (3 in.) CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
The installer will start.
2 Follow the instructions on the screen.
z
A message appears in the Installation dialog box that
tells you that PictureGear 4.2 Lite is already installed and
installation is cancelled
In this case, another version of PictureGear Lite is already installed on your
computer. Refer to the following instructions to uninstall PictureGear Lite
from your computer. After PictureGear Lite is uninstalled successfully,
reinstall PictureGear 4.2 Lite from the supplied 8 cm (3 in.) CD-ROM.
1 Click the Windows Start button, click Settings, and then click Control
Panel.
Control Panel will appear on the screen.
2. Double-click Add/Remove Programs.
3. Choose PictureGear 4.2 Lite in the dialog box on the Install/Uninstall
tab.
4. Click the Add/Remove button.
The dialog box will ask if you want to Remove PictureGear 4.2 Lite
5. Click Yes.
Uninstall will start.
When the installer does not run
Depending on you computer's settings, the PictureGear installer may not
start when you insert the 8 cm (3 in.) CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. In
this case, run the installer by following procedure below:
1 Click the Windows Start button and click Run.
The Run dialogue box will appear on the screen
2 When the dialogue box appears, click Browse, select
X:\Setup.exe, then click OK.
(X is the CD-ROM drive name in use.)
The installer is started.
To start PictureGear Lite:
Click the Windows Start button, click Program, and then click PictureGear
4.2 Lite.
For more information about PictureGear 4.2 Lite, refer to PictureGear 4.2
Lite online Help.
When using the supplied 8 cm (3 in.) CD-ROM with a
slot-in or caddy style CD-ROM drive
Before inserting the CD-ROM, attach the single CD adapter (CSA-8, sold
separately) to the CD-ROM. For more information, refer to the single CD
adapter's operating instructions.
Notes
• You must flatten each catch on the single CD adapter by pressing it with
your fingers.
• If a catch remains raised, it may cause noise during playback or the CD
may not play properly.
• Make sure that each catch holds the disc securely.
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the serial
cradle, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem. If a
problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The HotSync manager is not operating.
❒ CLIE handheld is not properly placed on the cradle.
c Make sure that the rear surface of the CLIE handheld is properly seated
in the cradle.
c Remove the CLIE handheld from the cradle and check if there is any
dust or obstacle on the attachment part. Replace the CLIE handheld on
the cradle.
❒ HotSync icon does not appear in the Windows task tray.
c Make sure that the HotSync manager is operating. If the icon is not
displayed in the Windows task tray, start the HotSync manager by
clicking [Start] - [Programs] - [Sony handheld] - [HotSync manager].
❒ Serial port setting is incorrect.
c You can synchronize your computer with the CLIE handheld only if the
serial port number in the HotSync manager setting matches the serial
port number of the connected computer. Check the serial port number
that you used to connect the serial cradle on your computer, then check
the Hotsync manager settings by following the procedure below:
1 Click the icon in the task tray at the bottom right corner of
the Windows desktop and make sure that [Setup...] is checked in
the shortcut menu.
2 Select the Local tab.
3 In the drop down menu, select Serial Port and click the serial
port number connected to the serial cradle.
4 Click OK.
Push the HotSync button to make sure data synchronization
(HotSync) is possible between the CLIE handheld and your com-
puter.
Specifications
Serial Cradle
Dimensions
Approx. 2 7 / 8
Ч 2 7 / 8
Ч 3 1 / 8 inches (w/h/d)
(Approx. 71 Ч 72 Ч 78 mm)
Mass Approx. 5.82 oz. (165 g)
Cord length
Approx. 74 7 / 8 inches (1.9 m)
AC Adapter
Input
100 - 240 V AC, 50 - 60 Hz (US model only)
Output 5.7 V DC, 800 mA
Mass Approx. 3.17 oz. (90 g)
Cord length
Approx. 70 7 / 8 inches (1.8 m)
Operating temperature
41˚F to 95˚F (5˚C to 35˚C)
Supplied accessories
Serial cradle (1)
AC adapter (1)
8 cm (3 in.) CD-ROM (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Warranty Card (1)*
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
* Depending on the country or region where you bought this product, this
may not be supplied.
Notes on use
• Do not place the unit in locations that are:
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Vibrating
– Strong magnetic fields
– Sandy
– Exposed to direct sunlight
• Do not apply mechanical shock or drop the unit.
• Unplug the AC Adapter from the AC outlet when not in use for a long
time.
• Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of
this unit. If this happens, a short circuit may occur and the unit may be
damaged.
• Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or if it has been dropped
or damaged.
• Always keep the metal contacts clean.
• Do not disassemble or convert the unit.
• While the unit is in use, it gets warm. This is normal.
• Keep the unit away from TV or AM receivers, as it will disturb
reception.
On cleaning
Clean the unit with a soft dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a
mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or
benzine, which may damage the finish.
Notes on Discs
On handling discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle only by the edges. Do not touch the
surface.
• Do not write on or stick paper or tape to the surface of the disc.
• Do not use a disc with tape, seals, or paste on it. Such a disc may
damage the CD-ROM drive.
On safekeeping
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air
ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight.
• After playing, store the disc in its case. Stacking discs without cases or
leaving the disc exposed, may cause the disc shape to warp.
On cleaning
• Dirt from a fingerprint or dust causes picture noise or declining sound
quality. Always keep the disc clean.
• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.
• For dirt, clean the disc with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water,
then remove the moisture with a soft dry cloth.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available
cleaners or antistatic spray intended for vinyl LPs.
お手入れについて
• 汚れがついたときは、柔らかい布やティッシュペーパーなどで、きれい
に拭き取ってください。汚れがひどいときは、水でうすめた中性洗剤に
柔らかい布をひたし、固くしぼってから汚れを拭き取り、乾いた布で
仕上げてください。
• アルコール、シンナー、ベンジンなどは使わないでください。変質したり、
塗装がはげたりすることがあります。
• 化学ぞうきんをご使用の際は、その注意書きに従ってください。
• 殺虫剤のような揮発性のものをかけたり、ゴムやビニール製品に長時間
接触させると、変質したり、塗装がはげたりすることがあります。
ディスクの汚れは
• 指紋やほこりによるディスクの汚れは、読みとりエラーの原因になりま
す。いつもきれいにしておきましょう。
• ふだんのお手入れは、柔らかい布でディスクの中心から外の方向へ軽く
拭きます。
• 汚れがひどいときは、水で少し湿らせた布で拭いたあと、さらに乾いた
布で水気を拭き取ってください。
• ベンジンやレコードクリーナー、静電気防止剤などはディスクを傷める
ことがありますので、使わないでください。
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• 型名： PEGA-SC500
• 故障の状態：できるだけ詳しく
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Not this way
Single CD adapter
(sold separately)
Printed on recycled paper