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Sony PCV-RX730 Quick Start Manual

1. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section To view the specific hardware configuration for your system see the online specifications sheet Why doesn t my optical drive tray open Use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on 2 Press the Eject button on the drive Use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select My Computer 2 Right click the appropriate optical drive icon 3 Select Eject from the shortcut menu Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD or DVD media Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is in use in your optical drive s and may cause damage to the unit Why can t I play a DVD or CD media Q After inserting your optical disc wait a few seconds for it to be detected before trying to access it Q Verify that the disc is in the tray with the label side facing up Q Install your CD or DVD software according to the manufacturer s instructions Q Ifyour drive reads some DVDs or CDs but not others check the shiny side of the disc for dirt or scratches To recover the CD or DVD software applications that are preinstalled on your computer see Reinstalling software applications in the online User Guide for more information A E VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Why isn t my DVD playing properly If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player applica
2. Communicate with a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer Q Limited warranty Protect your investment See the Warranty Card for more details You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit Follow the on screen instructions to complete the registration process If you are not able to register your computer during the first session you are provided with additional registration opportunities later To Set Up Your Dial up Connection To Set Up Your Dial up Connection The first time you turn your computer on follow these steps to set up your dial up connection 1 Click Start from the Windows taskbar and select All Programs 2 Point to Accessories point to Communications and then click New Connection Wizard The Location Information window appears Location Information window Location Information Before you can make any phone or modem connections Windows needs the following information about your current location What country region are you in now United States v What area code or city code are you in now If you need to specify a carrier code what is it If you dial a number to access an outside line what is it The phone system at this location uses Tone dialing O Pulse dialing VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 3 Enter in your information as requested Click OK The Phone and Modem Options window appe
3. Communications You have the choice of a variety of popular online services to browse the Internet access e mail send faxes and much more Exceptional performance Your computer includes an Intel processor a 10BASE T 100BASE TX Ethernet interface and a V 90 data fax modem Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions ISP support and gov ernment regulations EA O Z gt To Unpack Your Computer To Unpack Your Computer Computer and accessories Display Sold separately System Unit Speakers PCVA SP2 Speakers PCVA SP3 Not supplied with all models See the online specifications sheet for more information Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories Available with selected models VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Manuals Q VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Provides basic information on setting up and registering your computer The Quick Start also provides software and support information Q VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your system To access the online manual 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click VAIO Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and Support menu click VAIO User Guide Q Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder Getting Started Guide For models equipped with Giga Pocket This online guide cont
4. Sony Electronics Inc Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i LINK port and capture your own video clips and still images You can edit clips from your video add new clips and combine clips into new movie segments You can also save your images in a variety of popular file formats EarthLink Total Access EarthLink Inc An Internet Service Provider that supplies access information and assistance to its customers introducing them to the Internet Member benefits include e mail newsgroups a Personal Start Page a free 6 MB Web site a member magazine and 24 hour technical support Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder On selected models Sony Electronics Inc Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder is a unique set of hardware and software components that provide you with excellent TV viewing recording and playback experiences You can watch and record your favorite TV programs from your computer create custom playlists and play your Video Capsules on other computers Giga Pocket enables your computer TV VCR and other video player devices to work in harmony Microsoft Office XP Professional On selected models Microsoft Corp Microsoft Office XP Professional software redefines the relationship between people and software by providing a smarter simpler way of working New Office XP Professional software features include context sensitive smart tags enhanced formatting options and more that enable you to co
5. online User Guide for more information About The Modem About The Modem How do change my modem to rotary or Touch Tone dialing 1 2 3 4 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Phone and Modem options From the Dialing Rules tab click Edit The Edit Location dialog box appears Select the Tone or Pulse option Click OK Why is my modem connection slow Many factors influence modem connection speed Q Q Q Telephone line noise Incompatibility with other telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems Internet Service Providers ISP connection capability may vary If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your ISP check the following Q Q Contact your telephone company and ask them to verify that your telephone line is free from line noise If your problem is fax related check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems For optimum performance verify that your ISP point of presence POP telephone number is compliant with V 90 standards If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP check that they are not experiencing technical problems Try connecting your modem through another telephone line if available VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Why doesn t my modem work properly
6. For Answers To Your Software Questions For Answers To Your Software Questions Check this support listing to locate support information for your computer s preinstalled software applications from the Internet by e mail or by telephone Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed depending on the system configuration purchased Adobe Acrobat Reader Photoshop Elements Premiere LE On selected models Adobe Systems Inc Web site http www adobe com e mail techdocs adobe com phone 206 675 6126 fee based support Adobe Photoshop Elements Trial Version Web site http www adobe com America Online America Online Inc Web site http www aol com phone 800 827 6364 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day DVDit for VAIO PCs Sonic Solutions Web site http www dvdit com support phone 877 DVD 1124 U S and Canada fee based support phone 415 893 7065 outside the U S and Canada fee based support hours M F 9 00 A M 6 P M Pacific time EarthLink Total Access EarthLink Inc Web site http help earthlink net techsupport phone 800 395 8410 e mail support earthlink net hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Microsoft Windows Operating System Internet Explorer Outlook Express Office XP On selected models Microsoft Corp Web site http www sony com pcsupport phone 888 4 SONY PC
7. QuickTime movies using QuickTime Player or any other application such as a Web browser or word processor that supports QuickTime software RealPlayer RealNetworks Inc RealPlayer is a high quality streaming media player that supports many digital media formats The user friendly interface has enhanced navigation capabilities allowing you to access and enjoy audio and video programming over the Internet RealPlayer is your gateway to a superb Internet multimedia experience RecordNow DX On selected models VERITAS Software Corp RecordNow is the ideal DVD CD disc mastering software The new RecordNow DX wizard makes it easy for the novice user to start recording right away while the more advanced user will appreciate extended features such as recording jobs a detailed activity log and the ability to customize drive settings This version of Quicken software does not support the import of data from earlier versions You must upgrade for a fee 7 O Z gt Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications Simple DVD Maker On selected models Sony Electronics Inc Simple DVD Maker software enables you to create video CDs and DVDs by writing Giga Pocket Video Capsules and video playlists to DVD R DVD RW CD RW and CD R media The DVDs that you create with Simple DVD Maker can be played on compatible DVD players and on computers with compatible DVD and CD drives Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc Smart
8. 45 CD RW recording problems 47 CLI Converter 29 computer adjusting voltage settings 57 changing parallel port type 43 disposing of lithium battery 58 hard disk drive 60 Locating the Windows taskbar 41 moisture condensation 60 proper handling 59 registration 20 setting up 13 shutting down 57 startup problems 40 system response problem 40 turning off 26 turning on 19 upgrading 61 connecting cables 59 keyboard 16 modem cable 17 monitor Display 14 mouse 16 peripheral equipment 59 power cord 17 57 printers 53 speakers 15 D DigitalPrint 29 disconnecting power cords 57 Display 12 14 refresh rate 62 DVD media 63 playback problems 45 region code warning 46 tray eject 45 DVDit for VAIO PCs 29 DVD RW recording problems 47 DVgate 30 A VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start E Earthlink Network Total Access 30 Electronic documentation 64 electronic equipment 59 electrostatic discharge 61 Ergonomic considerations 12 F FAQ Basic system functions 40 Changing default settings 43 Keyboard 52 Microphone 51 Modem 49 Mouse 52 Optical Disk Drive s 45 Preinstalled software 48 Speakers 48 Using peripheral devices 53 Using System Recovery CDs 44 G Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder 30 H handling your computer 59 hard disk drive using 60 hardware cooling the heat sink 57 Help and support 64 I i LINK interface 7 interference 59 Internet connecting to 21 K keyboard 7 conn
9. capability The i LINK name and logo identify a high speed communication interface which allows you to easily connect compatible digital camcorders i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK devices to your system such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions VAIO Smart keyboard This PS 2 keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching your favorite programs or accessing the Internet Sony audio and video quality Take advantage of today s advanced multimedia applications games and entertainment software with the Sony high fidelity audio system high powered 3 D graphics and Sony Tuned MPEG digital video playback Microsoft Windows XP operating system Your system includes this latest consumer operating system from Microsoft Preinstalled software All the software on your computer is preinstalled configured and ready for you to use right out of the box CC EA VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start
10. such a station is not available use these precautions Q Avoid working in a carpeted area Q Donot handle materials that may produce or hold static electricity such as cellophane wrappers Q Ground yourself by maintaining continuous contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure When removing a slot cover be careful not to damage components on the system board or add on cards You may need to temporarily remove add on cards that are next to the slot cover you want to remove VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Handling A Monitor Display Q Do not change the display refresh rate to 85 Hz as DVD playback and the DVgate software may not function correctly Sony recommends that you keep your display at the preset optimal refresh rate 75 Hz Do not place the display near a strong magnetic force Do not block the ventilation slots on the display Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The image disappears after a period of time You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction About DVD CD And Floppy Disk Media A
11. with your high speed CD RW drive Try using CD RW media that is identified as high speed 4X or higher for maximum performance and compatibility VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Speakers Why is there no sound in any application Q a Q Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack If your speakers have a mute button verify that it is turned off If your speakers are powered by batteries verify that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged If your speakers use an external power source verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip If your speakers have volume control check the volume level You cannot hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer If the software application you are using has its own volume control check that the volume is turned up Check the volume controls in the Windows operating system using these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Control Panel 2 Select Sounds Speech and Audio Devices then click Adjust the system volume 3 From the Volume tab adjust the Device volume by moving the slider bar to the desired sound level Verify that the Mute option is not selected Check that the Mute check box is not selected in the Windows volume control You may need to reinstall the sound drivers See Reinstalling device drivers in the
12. 0 Playback problems 45 WordPerfect Office 2002 Preinstalled Software 48 Standard 34 Software Support Resources 35 SonicStage 33 SonicStage Premium 33 Sony Fax on Demand 65 software updates 65 Sony on Yahoo 34 Sony ScreenBlast ACID 34 Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge 34 speakers 15 printer installation 53 recover applications 44 resuming printer function 53 software audio problems 48 Sony customer support 20 Speakers 48 startup problems 40 support resource listing 64 system response 42 Using peripheral devices 53 Using System Recovery CDs 44 caution 59 turning off your computer 26 57 starting your computer 19 turning on your computer 19 surge protectors 57 TV interference 59 system response problem 42 A gt Index U Uninterruptible Power Supply 57 upgrading your computer 61 UPS 57 V VAIO Computer User Guide 64 System Reference Manual 65 VAIO Action Setup 34 VAIO AV Applications 6 VAIO Quick Start 64 VAIO Smart keyboard 7 ventilation 12 59 video resolution 43 Viewing angle display 12 viewing angle 12 voltage settings 57 W Windows taskbar 41 WordPerfect Office 2002 Standard 34 workspace planning 12 4 664 004 11 2002 Sony Electronics Inc Printed in USA
13. 7 setting up computer 13 dial up connection 21 electronic equipment 59 printers 53 shutting down the computer 26 57 Simple DVD Maker 33 slot cover 61 Smart Capture 33 Software Adobe Acrobat Reader 28 Adobe Photoshop Elements 28 Adobe Premiere LE 28 America Online 29 application manuals 65 AT amp T WorldNet Service 29 audio problems 48 CD playback problems 47 CLI Converter 29 DigitalPrint 29 driver recovery 44 DVDit for VAIO PCs 29 DVgate 30 EarthLink Network Total Access 30 Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder 30 help 65 Microsoft Office XP Professional 30 AA N VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Microsoft Office XP T Small Business 31 telephone service 60 MovieShaker 31 touch tone dialing 49 PC Cillin 2000 31 Troubleshoot 44 PicoPlayer 31 Basic system functions 40 PowerDVD 32 CD playback problems 47 preinstalled 27 CD RW recording 47 Quicken 2002 Changing default settings 43 New User Edition 32 changing the display s video QuickTime 32 resolution 43 RealPlayer 32 computer stopped responding 40 RecordNow DX 32 DVD playback problems 46 recovering applications 44 DVD RW recording 47 Simple DVD Maker 33 Keyboard 52 Smart Capture 33 Microphone 51 SonicStage 33 Modem 49 SonicStage Premium 33 Mouse 52 Sony on Yahoo 34 operating system locks up 41 Sony ScreenBlast ACID 34 Optical Disk Drive s 45 Sony ScreenBlast optical drive tray eject 45 Sound Forge 34 parallel port 43 stopped responding 4
14. 7300 hours M F 9 A M 5 P M Central time WordPerfect Office 2002 Standard Corel Corp Web site http www corel com phone 613 274 0500 hours M F 8 30 A M 7 30 P M Eastern time Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems you may encounter when using your computer Many problems have simple solutions so try these suggestions before using Support Resources Your computer may not be supplied with all of the features discussed in this section depending on the system configuration you purchased To view the specific configuration for your computer see the online specifications sheet a a a a a a a a a About VAIO Digital Studio Computer Functions About Changing Your System s Default Settings About Your System Recovery CDs About Using The Optical Disc Drive s About The Speakers About The Modem About The Microphone About The Mouse And Keyboard About Using A Peripheral Device VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About VAIO Digital Studio Computer Functions My computer does not start Q Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on Check that the power light is lit on the front panel of the comput
15. 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day Support from 888 4 SONY PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase PC Cillin 2000 Trend Micro Inc Web site http www antivirus com pc cillin support phone 510 859 0308 900 820 8324 hours M F 8 A M 5 P M Pacific time Support from 510 859 0308 is free of charge but subject to delays Support from 900 820 8324 is fee based but offers immediate response Quicken 2002 New User Edition Intuit Inc Web site http www intuit com support phone 900 555 4932 800 644 3193 hours M F 5 A M 5 P M Pacific time Support from 900 555 4932 is fee based Support from 800 644 3193 is automated and free of charge RealPlayer RealNetworks Inc Web site http service real com rjoptions html e mail http service real com help call html RecordNow DX VERITAS Software Corp Web site http www easy co jp rndx sony For Answers To Your Software Questions Sony Applications Sony Electronics Inc Web site http www sony com pcsupport phone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day Support from 888 4 SONY PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase Sony ScreenBlast ACID Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment Web site http www sonicfoundry com support e mail support sonicfoundry com phone 900 407 6642 fee based support fax 608 256
16. Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e mail Smart Capture manages the i LINK connection between your notebook and a Sony Digital Handycam Camcorder that supports the LINK interface It allows you to capture compressed video or still images and save them to your hard disk drive or share via e mail A smart solution for computer digital audio video and network convergence SonicStage On selected models Sony Electronics Inc The SonicStage jukebox application gives you all the tools you need to manage music on your computer SonicStage software sports high quality digital audio storage a music visualizer a sleek player skin design audio CD burning capability on computer models that include a CD recording device and a parametric equalizer for fine tuning audio playback SonicStage Premium On selected models Sony Electronics Inc SonicStage Premium software is a special jukebox application that supports high quality digital audio playback and recording from the NetMDTM FM Tuner and DVD RW devices in your VAIO MX computer Recording from external analog and digital audio devices such as CD players and MiniDisc players is also supported SonicStage Premium software includes several standard jukebox features including a music visualizer audio CD burning capability and a parametric equalizer for fine tuning audio playback VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Sony ScreenBlast ACID Sony Pictur
17. EPP options using the directional arrow keys 6 Select the desired setting displays and press Enter 7 Press the F10 key to Save and Exit How do change the video resolution of my display 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then select Control Panel Select Appearances and Themes then select Change the screen resolution Click the Settings tab Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels Click Apply and then click OK UV bh UO N VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Your System Recovery CDs My files are corrupted or deleted How do recover software applications that came with my computer See Reinstalling software applications in the online User Guide for more information My drivers are corrupted or deleted How do recover drivers that came with my computer See Reinstalling device drivers in the online User Guide for more information How do access the reinstallation information in the online User Guide You can view this online information by following these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click VAIO Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and support menu click VAIO User Guide 3 Click to open the System and Application Recovery CD s link The subtopics displays in the right side frame 4 Click the desired subtopic to view specific information About Using The Optical Disc Drive s About Using The Optical Disc Drive s
18. SONY VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start CONTENTS WELCOME 23 tee tei eee 5 About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 6 To Unpack YourComputer ana 9 To Choose an Ergonomic Location 12 SETTING UP YOUR VAIO DIGITAL STUDIO COMPUTER 13 To Set Up Your Computer 14 To Turn on Your Computer 19 To Register Your Computer 20 To Set Up Your Dial up Connection 21 To Set Up Power Management Modes 24 To Shut Down Your Computer 26 ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER 1 27 Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications 28 For Answers To Your Software Questions 35 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 39 About VAIO Digital Studio Computer FUNCtions iii 40 About Changing Your Systems Default Settings une ade 43 About Your System Recovery CDs 44 About Using The Optical Disc Drive s 45 About The Pear anita eat 48 About The Mod Mora panas 49 About The Microphone 5I About The Mouse And Keyboard 52 About Using A Peripheral Device 53 NOTES ON USE x 55 About The Power Source sc lt vssivsessevscetvecdoeeva
19. Service Center or Factory Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 A Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries The lithium battery may explode if mistreated Do not disassemble it or dispose of it in fire Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion About Handling The Computer System About Handling The Computer System The computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the television or radio equipment Q Do not place your Sony computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 50 F 10 C High humidity moisture or rain CococoOodo Q Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The computer s electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction Q Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build up Do not place your computer on loose surfaces such as rugs or blankets or near materials such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots Leave a space of at least 8 inches from the back panel
20. T and 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload and can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the port For help on connecting to a network see your network administrator VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the power cords 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the computer 2 Plug both the display and power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip Connecting the power cords RO ES 38 sel O 888888 Besse 3 30508 p si ORO Bees Bos SE OO i li E i se 25352 305 i To Turn on Your Computer To Turn on Your Computer Turning on your computer 1 Press the power switch on the computer to turn on the power 2 Press the power switch on the display to turn on the power 3 Press the power switch on the right speaker to turn on the power Turning on your computer When you start your system for the first time your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you to restart your computer Please respond to this request immediately VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Register Your Computer Take advantage of Sony s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer Q Sony Customer Support
21. Your modem may be experiencing equipment or software conflicts If your modem is not functioning properly check the following a Q Check that the telephone line is plugged into the Line jack Check that the telephone line is working properly You can verify the line by plugging in an external device such as a standard telephone or fax machine and listening for a dial tone Check that the access telephone number POP is correct All software applications that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer s modem If you have installed other software contact the software publisher for information on how to configure the software in order to recognize the modem If it appears that your modem is not functioning properly check the device status 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and then select Phone and Modem Options 3 From the Modems tab click to select your modem 4 Click Properties The Modem Properties window appears 5 Review the information in the Device status section If your modem is not working properly click the Troubleshoot button The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears 6 Follow the on screen instructions to resolve the problem You may need to reinstall the modem drivers See Reinstalling device drivers in the online User Guide for more information About The Microphone About The Microphone Why doesn t
22. ains information on setting up and using the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder equipment and software applications Q Information About DVD Recording For models equipped with a DVD RW drive This online guide provides information designed to help you become familiar with your DVD RW drive and the DVD recording software applications included with your computer Q Safety Information Supplies safety and legal information about your VAIO computer Q Specifications This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer To view this online information 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click VAIO Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and Support menu click VAIO User Guide 3 Click the Welcome link The Welcome page displays in the right side frame 4 Locate the link in the text Click here to view your computer s hardware specifications and software information Q Microsoft Windows XP Guide Explains how to use the basic features of the Windows operating system To Unpack Your Computer Recovery CDs Q System Recovery CD s Restore the software that shipped with your computer if it becomes corrupted or is erased System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased Q Application Recovery CD s Reinstalls individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased Software Lib
23. al may be available for some applications This database provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Enter a description of your problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online You can access the Sony Knowledge Database from the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport This service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics Select the topics that you want to view To contact the Sony fax on demand service call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 Requires a fax machine or fax software You can download the latest software updates and software patches for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your computer s hardware This document is available on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start INDEX A About Support Resources 64 Adobe Acrobat Reader 28 Adobe Photoshop Elements 28 Adobe Premiere LE 28 air circulation 59 America Online 29 Answers to Software Questions 35 AT amp T WorldNet Service 29 audio problems 48 B background noise 51 H caution lithium battery 58 speakers 59 CD playback problems 45 47 tray eject
24. and easily VAIO Computer The User Guide contains information on how to get the User Guide most from your computer find help and solve common problems Note The User Guide is not available in hard copy for all models Online Electronic The User Guide is available electronically on your hard Documentation drive Two additional guides Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer and the Troubleshooting Help are also available online To access online documentation 1 Click Start and point to VAIO Help and Support 2 Click on the VAIO User Guide Online Electronic The online specifications sheet describes the hardware Specifications and software configuration of your VAIO computer To view this online information 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click VAIO Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and Support menu click VAIO User Guide 3 Click the Welcome link The Welcome page displays in the right side frame 4 Locate the link in the text Click here to view your computer s hardware specifications and software information GA o P _ o o o 4 w w o__ Software application manuals and Help Knowledge Database Sony Fax on Demand Software Updates VAIO Computer System Reference Manual About Support Resources Most manuals for preinstalled software are located on your hard disk drive as Help You can access Help from the Help menu within the specific application A printed manu
25. ars Phone and Modem Options window Phone and Modem Options Dialing Rules 3 The list below displays the locations you have specified Select the location from which you are dialing Locations Area Code My Location 555 To Set Up Your Dial up Connection 4 Click to select your dialing location and then click OK The New Connection Wizard appears New Connection Wizard window New Connection Wizard Welcome to the New Connection A Wizard This wizard helps you Connect to the Internet Connect to a private network such as your workplace network Setup a home or small office network To continue click Next Next gt Cancel 5 Follow the on screen instructions to finish setting up your dial up connection VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Set Up Power Management Modes When you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time you can set your system to automatically enter a power management mode Your computer may have difficulty resuming from a power saving mode if the power scheme is not set up correctly Setting up your system s power management Sony recommends following these steps for optimum power management 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Control Panel 2 Select Performance and Maintenance The Performance and Maintenance window appears 3 Click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 4 C
26. aserweatvarss 57 About Disposing Of The Lithium Battery 58 About Handling The Computer System 59 About Upgrading Your Computer System 61 About Handling A Monitor Display 62 About DVD CD And Floppy Disk Media 63 About Support Resources 64 INDEX aaa 67 WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio computer Your new high performance multimedia computer combines audio video and information technology features Q About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Q To Unpack Your Computer A To Choose an Ergonomic Location VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of the features listed in this section To view the specific hardware configuration for your system see the online specifications sheet VAIO AV applications This suite of Sony original applications includes Smart Capture DVgate DigitalPrint SonicStage and MovieShaker These software applications make it easy to use advanced multimedia techniques to develop your personal audio and video creations Using the i LINK ports you can capture view and share both still and video images then catalog everything for fast easy storage and retrieval DVD RW drive not available on all models This new optical storage technology provide
27. bout DVD CD And Floppy Disk Media Handling floppy disks Q Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk Q Keep floppy disks away from magnets Q Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources Handling CD or DVD media Q Do not touch the surface of the disc Q Do not drop or bend the disc Q Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical drive and damage the drive Cleaning CD or DVD media Q Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner commercially available cleaners or anti static spray as they may cause damage to the disc Q For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out Q Ifthe disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Support Resources Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software check these sources for answers in the following sequence VAIO Quick Start The Quick Start contains information on how to set up your computer quickly
28. e format that is intended to preserve the fidelity of documents created on all major computer platforms Adobe Photoshop Elements On selected models Adobe Systems Inc Using state of the art image editing tools you can unleash your artistic ability and create digital images for print e mail and posting to the Web The versatile image capturing options allow you to start working with digital and traditional photos immediately Explore endless creative possibilities for your personal images with Adobe Photoshop Elements Adobe Photoshop Elements Trial Version On selected models Adobe Systems Inc This trial version of Adobe Photoshop Elements enables you to evaluate the software for 30 days after which you can purchase the full program for a special price Adobe Premiere LE On selected models Adobe Systems Inc Adobe Premiere LE offers interface and editing tools for producing movies for video multimedia or the Web View source clips and edited footage simultaneously on screen You can create your own personal video clips that are up to three hours in length with complete audio video synchronization Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications America Online America Online Inc America Online is a popular Internet online service Stay in touch with family and friends with easy to use e mail Manage your personal finances get the latest news and sports scores and chat with thousands of others who share y
29. ecting 16 troubleshooting 52 Knowledge Database 65 L left hand settings for the mouse 52 Lighting workspace planning 12 Limited warranty 20 lithium battery disposing 58 losing power 57 M magnetic shielding 59 microphone background noise 51 troubleshooting 51 Microsoft Office XP Professional 30 Microsoft Office XP Small Business Edition 31 modem change to rotary dialing 49 change to touch tone dialing 49 connecting cable 17 slow connection 49 troubleshooting 50 Moisture condensation 60 monitor changing video resolution 43 mouse connecting 16 left hand users 52 troubleshooting 52 MovieShaker 31 multiple telephone lines 60 cc 0 Online documentation 64 Operating system locks up 41 optical drive recording speed 47 tray eject 45 P parallel port changing type 43 party lines 60 PBX Private Branch Exchange 60 PC Cillin 2000 31 PicoPlayer 31 power connecting power cord 17 cord 57 disconnecting power cord 57 fluctuations or loss 57 source 57 source precautions 57 switch button 26 Power Saving Mode 24 indicators 25 PowerDVD 32 precautions about power source 57 preinstalled software 27 28 printer installing 53 resuming after power save mode 53 Q Quicken 2002 New User Edition 32 QuickTime 32 R radio interference 59 RealPlayer 32 Index RecordNow DX 32 recovering drivers 44 Recovery CDs 11 region codes 46 registering your computer 20 rotary dialing 49 S safeguarding data 5
30. er Q Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive unless you are using a bootable floppy disk Q Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive unless you are using a bootable CD Q Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly Q If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working Q Check that the monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on Check that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for details O Check that the computer is not in stand by mode Why did my computer or software application stop responding You can try to locate and close the software application that has stopped responding 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 From the Applications tab locate the application that has the status message Not responding 3 Select the application that has a Not Responding status and click End Task Windows attempts to close the application If your computer does not respond or the application does not close try the following steps 1 Save any open files if possible 2 Press the Alt F4 keys The Turn Off Computer window appears 3 Click Restart m gt V gt y gt gt x x amp amp gt ww w WW_ _ wu About VAIO Digital Studio Computer Functions If your computer still d
31. es Digital Entertainment With the powerful Sony ScreenBlast ACID software you can create royalty free music by utilizing its loop based production tool including unlimited tracks and enhanced effects Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge software enables you to record edit and process mono or stereo audio files for your multimedia or Internet projects Whether you want to use a number of professional effects convert video into streaming media or synchronize audio to video this software has everything you need to create rich immersive multimedia and Internet content Sony on Yahoo Yahoo Inc Personalize your own web portal with Sony on Yahoo Get a free webmail account customized news and local weather reports comics and more VAIO Action Setup Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer s Shortcut keys WordPerfect Office 2002 Standard Corel Corp WordPerfect Office 2002 Standard software includes all the applications you need to create professional looking documents newsletters reports presentations and brochures while incorporating graphics spreadsheets charts and tables with ease This comprehensive suite includes the popular WordPerfect 10 word processor the Quattro Pro 10 spreadsheet program the Corel Presentations 10 presentation program and a wide range of additional productivity enhancing features
32. ing it back on AA E VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start NOTES ON USE The information in this section provides basic procedures for handling your system and common peripheral devices using storage media and locating upgrade procedures A support resource listing is also provided to help you locate the appropriate support options a Oocvovovco O About The Power Source About Disposing Of The Lithium Battery About Handling The Computer System About Upgrading Your Computer System About Handling A Monitor Display About DVD CD And Floppy Disk Media About Support Resources VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Power Source About The Power Source Before opening your computer turn the system off and let it cool down for 10 minutes This protects you against internal components that may be too hot to handle Q Your computer operates on 100 120 V AC 50 60 Hz only Q Plug all the power cords for your computer and its peripheral equipment into the same AC supply line AC derived from different supply lines may result in voltage differences that can cause unstable operation or unwanted weak currents at the time of connection Q Do not share the AC outlet with any other power consuming equipment such as copying machines or shredders Q You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that may occur duri
33. lay cable into the rear of the display Connecting a display Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency To Set Up Your Computer Connecting the speakers 1 Plug the cable attached to the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the right speaker 2 Plug the cable attached to the right speaker into the Headphones jack 3 Plug the jack end of the AC adapter cord into the DC In jack on the back of the right speaker and plug the other end into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip Connecting the speakers Model equipped with Giga Pocket features VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the keyboard and mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the Keyboard port on the back of the computer 2 Plug the mouse cable into the Mouse port Connecting the keyboard and mouse m ef Na m 81 To Set Up Your Computer Connecting the modem cable 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack 2 Plug the modem cable supplied into the Modem line jack on the computer and then plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack Connecting the modem cable A Your computer has a protective sticker x covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel Connect only 10BASE
34. lick the Hibernate tab and verify that the Enable hibernation check box is selected Click Apply 5 Click the Power Schemes tab Select the Home Office Desk power scheme 6 Inthe section Settings for Home Office Desk power scheme use the drop down list to set a time value for System stand by or System hibernates Do not set time values for both settings Click Apply 7 Click the Advanced tab In the Power buttons section When I press the power button on my computer use the drop down list and select Hibernate Click Apply 8 Click OK Your computer is set to enter a power saving mode automatically You can resume from this mode by briefly pressing the power button on your computer To Set Up Power Management Modes Stand by mode indicators You can identify which power management mode the computer is in by the color of the power indicator light Color Mode Amber Computer is in Stand by mode Blue Computer is in Normal mode ready to use No color Computer is turned off or in Hibernate mode VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Shut Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time use this procedure A To avoid loss of data do not use the Power switch to turn off the computer Turning off your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Turn Off Computer The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears 2 Select the Turn Off option a
35. mp Respond to any prompts about saving your documents 3 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically the power indicator light turns off 4 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer If you plan to turn off your computer for a short period of time you may want to use Stand by mode instead About the power switch If your system stops responding press and hold the Power switch for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down You may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not shut down on the first attempt ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER Your VAIO computer is ready to help you work play learn and communicate as soon as you turn it on This section provides an overview of the software titles preinstalled on your computer A Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications O For Answers To Your Software Questions VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications Your computer may not include all of the software applications listed depending on the system configuration purchased Your computer s preinstalled software may include certain software versions or upgrades and Internet services or offers that are available to U S customers only Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Systems Inc Acrobat Reader software allows you to view navigate and print electronic documents in Adobe s Portable Document Format PDF an open fil
36. my microphone work properly Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack Why is my microphone so sensitive to background noise If you find there is too much background noise when you record sound you should adjust the microphone gain by following these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices then click Sounds and Audio Devices 3 From the Audio tab locate the Sound recording section and click Volume The Recording Control dialog box appears 4 Select the Options menu and click Properties The Properties dialog box appears 5 In the section Adjust volume for select the Recording option Click OK 6 From the Recording Control dialog box decrease the microphone volume level by moving the slider bar down 7 Close the Recording Control dialog box and then close the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Mouse And Keyboard Why doesn t my mouse work properly Q Check that the mouse is plugged securely into the Mouse port Q Save and close all open applications Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer Q There may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism To clean the mouse follow these steps 1 Save and close all applications and turn off your computer 2 Turn the mouse upside down 3 Remove the mouse ball cover o
37. n the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball 4 Turn the mouse upright and drop the mouse ball into your hand 5 Using a piece of tape remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse ball socket 6 Return the mouse ball to the socket and replace the mouse ball cover Secure the cover by turning the ring counter clockwise You may need to reinstall the mouse drivers See Reinstalling device drivers in the online User Guide for more information How do set up my mouse for left hand use 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Mouse The Mouse Properties dialog box appears 3 From the Buttons tab select Switch primary and secondary buttons under the Button Configuration options 4 Click Apply then click OK Why doesn t my keyboard work properly Q Check that the keyboard is securely plugged into the Keyboard port Q Save and close all open applications Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer EA O Z y About Using A Peripheral Device About Using A Peripheral Device How do install a printer Q If your printer has a USB IEEE 1394 or infrared connection contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that may be required for proper installation Q Check the printer manufacturer s Web site for the latest dri
38. ng an electrical storm Q Ifyou live in an area that experiences frequent power fluctuations you may want to purchase an Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS This device contains both a surge protector and a battery backup The surge protector prevents damage to your computer caused by power surges The battery backup safeguards your data during a brief period of power loss Q The power control button on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power To remove power from the system you must turn off the computer and then unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet or power strip Q Do not place heavy objects on the power cord Q Do not operate the system with the cover removed Always reinstall the cover before turning on the system A To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Q Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the computer for a long time Q Do not attempt to open the power supply There are no user serviceable parts in the power supply To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment refer the repair or replacement of the power supply to qualified personnel only CO VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Disposing Of The Lithium Battery Dispose of the lithium battery properly In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony
39. ntinually integrate additional services into Office and access information anytime The Office XP Professional suite includes Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint and Access Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications Microsoft Office XP Small Business Edition On selected models Microsoft Corp Microsoft Office XP Small Business Edition helps you get work done more quickly by providing real time context sensitive options for important actions from formatting to error correction Task panes consolidate important tasks into a single integrated view enabling you to conduct searches launch and format documents and view the contents of your Clipboard from one location The Office XP Small Business Edition suite includes Word Excel Outlook and Publisher MovieShakerTM Sony Electronics Inc Sony s original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that have transitions background music and text Just import your video clips and shake with a click of the mouse Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to share with family and friends PC Cillin 2000 Trend Micro Inc PC Cillin 2000 antivirus software provides complete easy to use Internet era virus protection at your computer s entry points including beaming synchronization and Internet access to defend against potential threats hidden inside files e mail or on the Web Subscription required after initial evaluation period PicoPlayer S
40. oes not respond and you cannot restart shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds If the software application continues to stop responding or causes your computer to stop responding contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider A Pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds may result in the loss of data from files that are currently open Why does the Windows operating system stop responding during shutdown The Windows operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons including incompatible or conflicting drivers damaged files or non responsive hardware For troubleshooting information you can search Windows Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select VAIO Help and Support The VAIO Help and Support Center appears 2 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the dialog box 3 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter Follow the on screen instructions according to your specific situation I cannot find the Windows taskbar The Windows taskbar may be hidden or minimized Q Use the mouse to locate a hidden taskbar by pointing to the left right top and bottom edges of the screen The taskbar appears when the cursor is placed over its location 1 Right click on the taskbar and select Properties from the sho
41. of your computer Q Clean the cabinet with a soft dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as it may damage the finish of your Sony computer Q Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet keyboard or mouse shut down your computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further A Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may result Q Do not use cut or damaged connection cables Q Always switch the power off before connecting your computer to peripheral equipment otherwise damage may occur to the integrated circuits in your computer A EA VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Q Your computer keyboard and mouse consist of high precision electronic parts Do not drop them or bump them against other objects Q Your Sony computer will not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Q Ifthe telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for the problem the telephone company may bill you for the service call If you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting the telephone line the telephone c
42. ompany has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem Moisture condensation If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside your computer In this case allow at least an hour before turning on your computer If any problem occurs unplug your computer and contact your Sony Service Center The hard disk drive Q Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock A Do not move the computer during operation Q Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature a Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive About Upgrading Your Computer System About Upgrading Your Computer System The upgrading procedures described in the online manual assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment Q Disconnect the system from its power source and from telecommunications links networks or modems before you open the system or follow any of the upgrading procedures described in the online manual Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives add on cards and other components Follow the upgrading procedures described in the online manual while working at an ESD workstation If
43. ony Electronics Inc PicoPlayer software is a video player application that enables you to use Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder functions on a computer that does not have Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder installed You can play Video Capsules created by Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder If a Giga Pocket equipped computer is available on your home network you can use PicoPlayer to watch TV and use the Giga Pocket Server s TV programming and recording functions VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start PowerDVD CyberLink Corp PowerDVD software offers high quality playback of DVD movies on your computer PowerDVD software includes all the controls you expect from a home DVD player plus a range of additional features For example you can bookmark scenes to come back to them later The customizable controls advanced navigation bar and dynamic player skins combine to deliver a premium viewing experience Quicken 2002 New User Edition Intuit Inc Quicken software is a fast easy way to organize your finances Quicken works Just like your checkbook so it s easy to learn and use You can even pay your bills online Quicken manages all of your finances bank accounts credit cards investments and loans QuickTime Apple Computer Inc The versatile QuickTime software plays many many different kinds of media files including video audio and virtual reality VR movies You can play QuickTime files referred to as
44. otrest may make you more comfortable Sit with relaxed upright posture avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward Viewing angle of the display Position the display 18 to 26 inches directly in front of you with the top of the screen at or a little below eye level Use the display s tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness SETTING UP YOUR VAIO DIGITAL STUDIO COMPUTER Your computer has many new and exciting features This section contains information on setting up your computer and connecting peripheral devices a COCoovw LU To Set Up Your Computer To Turn on Your Computer To Register Your Computer To Set Up Your Dial up Connection To Set Up Power Management Modes To Shut Down Your Computer VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Set Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in this section See the online specifications sheet for your system s configuration Connecting a display monitor 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port 2 Ifnecessary plug the disp
45. our interests AT amp T WorldNet Service AT amp T Corp AT amp T WorldNet Service offers fast reliable Internet access Customer benefits include Web based e mail video e mail multiple e mail accounts free Web pages online and live agent technical support instant messaging and parental controls CLIE Converter On selected models Sony Electronics Inc CLIE Converter is a plug in application that converts Giga Pocket Video Capsules into gMovie format for playback on your Sony CLIE handheld After converting your Video Capsules you can use CLIE Converter to transfer them to Memory Stick media or to save them to your hard disk drive for transfer to your CLIE handheld during your next HotSync operation DigitalPrint Sony Electronics Inc This image management software makes it fun and easy to edit import and organize your digital pictures in a photo album for rich digital printing to any standard color laser or inkjet printer Digital Print can also be used to make custom CD labels for your audio CDs DVDit for VAIO PCs On selected models Sonic Solutions DVDit software automatically converts your multimedia source files into the correct format for recording onto a DVD R DVD RW CD R or CD RW or to a DVD folder on your hard disk drive You can combine your favorite MPEG movie files and digital still images to create professional high quality DVDs VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start DVgate
46. rary The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement and the Sony end user license agreement VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Choose an Ergonomic Location Before you get started find the best location for your new computer Planning your workspace a Q Stable work surface Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other peripheral 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 fo
47. rtcut menu 2 Clear the check box for Autohide the taskbar then click OK Q Use the mouse to locate a minimized taskbar by pointing to the left right top and bottom edges of the display screen The taskbar has been located when the cursor changes to a double arrow cursor Left click and drag away from the edge of the display screen The minimized taskbar resizes and becomes visible A E VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Why is my system running slowly a The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that are open and running Close any applications that you are not currently using Increasing the system memory may also help For information on installing memory please see the online VAIO User Guide About Changing Your System s Default Settings About Changing Your System s Default Settings How do I change the parallel port type to ECP EPP or bi directional You can change the parallel port type using the System Setup utility CMOS Setup Utility To access System Setup 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Turn Off Computer Select Restart When the Sony screen displays press the F2 key on your keyboard Select the Advanced tab from the Setup Utility screen Select I O Device Configuration and press Enter an a UL N Use the arrow keys to highlight Parallel Port Mode and press Enter You can toggle between the Normal bi directional EPP ECP and ECP
48. s increased storage capacity and a dynamic multimedia computing experience Your state of the art DVD RW drive writes to DVD R DVD RW CD R and CD RW media and plays your favorite DVDs and CDs This drive also functions as the ideal solution for making backups and archiving data with the ability to store up to 4 7 GB of data on a single DVD R DVD RW media You can store up to 650 MB of data on a single CD RW media Save movies videos and still images to share with family and friends Your DVD RW drive does not support high speed writing to a CD RW media Verify that your CD RW media supports writing speeds of 2X or lower DVD ROM drive not available on all models This optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience Your DVD ROM drive plays both DVDs and CDs CD RW drive not available on all models This drive is the ideal solution for making backups and archiving data with the ability to store up to 650 MB of removable rewritable storage on a single rewritable CD Save your movies to CD R or CD RW media and share videos and images with family and friends o O About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer CD ROM drive not available on all models You can play your favorite audio and video CDs using this high quality CD ROM drive i LINK IEEE 1394 interface Two built in i LINK ports located on the front and rear panels provide you with digital connection
49. stop responding while it tries to read the disc If necessary remove the disc and check that it is not dirty or damaged To recover the CD or DVD software applications that are preinstalled on your computer see Reinstalling software applications in the online User Guide for more information About Using The Optical Disc Drive s When I click an application icon the message You must insert the application CD into your drive appears and the software does not start Q Some software applications require specific files that are located on the application CD ROM Insert the disc and try starting the program again Q Check to make sure you inserted the CD ROM with the label side facing up Why doesn t my optical drive DVD RW record to CD RW media at higher speeds If you are having difficulty formatting CD RW media for recording purposes try changing the write speed to a lower setting Your media must support writing speeds at 2X or lower See the Help or documentation that came with your CD or DVD recording software application for details on adjusting the write speed settings Your DVD RW drive does not support high speed writing to a CD RW media Verify that your CD RW media supports writing speeds of 2X or lower Why doesn t my optical drive CD RW record to CD RW media If you are having difficulty with writing erasing or formatting on your CD RW media the reason may be that the media is not compatible
50. tion it may be that the region code of the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the region code setting of your optical drive A region code is listed on the disc packaging Region code indicators such as 1 or ALL are labeled on some DVDs to indicate the type of player that can play the disc Unless a 1 or ALL appears on the DVD or on its packaging you cannot play the disc on this system If you hear audio but cannot see video your computer s video resolution may be set too high To improve video resolution verify that your screen area is set to 1024 x 768 using 32 bit color preset factory default To check your video resolution see the Troubleshooting topic How do I change the video resolution of my display If you see video but cannot hear audio check all of the following Q Verify that your DVD player s mute feature is turned off Check the master volume setting in the Audio Mixer Check the volume settings on your computer speakers Check the connections between your speakers and the computer Oooo Verify that drivers are installed properly by following these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and then click Systems The System Properties dialog box appears 3 Select the Hardware tab and then select the Device Manager button to view installed drivers A dirty or damaged disc may also cause the computer to
51. vers for your operating system before proceeding with installation Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems Q To install your printer follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Add a Printer 3 From the Add Printer Wizard click Next 4 Select Local Printer then click Next gt Place a check mark in the box for Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer if you are installing a recently manufactured printer with Plug and Play capability 5 Select the appropriate port usually LPT1 and then click Next 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model 7 Follow the on screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation If the printer is not included in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with a Windows XP Printer driver choose Have Disk enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with the printer choose an alternate printer driver that your printer may emulate Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information Why doesn t my connected printer function when the computer resumes from a power saving mode Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds and then turn

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