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Contents Welcome 5 Locating Controls and Connectors 7 Front Panel Overview 7 Back Panel Overview 10 VAIO Action Setup 13 Shortcut Keys 13 To Change the Sony Software Window Design 15 VAIO AV Applications 17 Overview of Preinstalled Software 17 DigitalPrint Software 19 DVgate Software 27 MovieShaker Software 30 PictureGear Software 37 Smart Capture Software 40 SonicStage Software 49 VisualFlow Software 56 Configuring Your VAIO Computer 59 Hard Disk Drive Partition 59 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility 60 To Enable Ethernet Connectivity 61 3
Contents Welcome 5 Locating Controls and Connectors 7 Front Panel Overview 7 Back Panel Overview 10 VAIO Action Setup 13 Shortcut Keys 13 To Change the Sony Software Window Design 15 VAIO AV Applications 17 Overview of Preinstalled Software 17 DigitalPrint Software 19 DVgate Software 27 MovieShaker Software 30 PictureGear Software 37 Smart Capture Software 40 SonicStage Software 49 VisualFlow Software 56 Configuring Your VAIO Computer 59 Hard Disk Drive Partition 59 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility 60 To Enable Ethernet Connectivity 61 3
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide System, Application, and Driver Recovery CD(s 63 To Use the System Recovery CD(s 63 To Use the Application Recovery CD(s 65 To Use the Driver Recovery CD 66 Troubleshooting 67 Topics 67 Notes on Use 79 For Answers to Your Software Questions 84 Resources 87 Index 89 4
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide System, Application, and Driver Recovery CD(s 63 To Use the System Recovery CD(s 63 To Use the Application Recovery CD(s 65 To Use the Driver Recovery CD 66 Troubleshooting 67 Topics 67 Notes on Use 79 For Answers to Your Software Questions 84 Resources 87 Index 89 4
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Welcome Thank you to -use functionality. The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your system. 5
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Welcome Thank you to -use functionality. The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your system. 5
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... connection. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your VAIO Computer allows access to the optical and floppy disk drives. The i.LINK connection may not communicate with your compatible i.LINK device for information on the software... or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 7 Locating Controls and Connectors Front Panel Overview The front panel of Sony used only to designate that came with each other.
... connection. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your VAIO Computer allows access to the optical and floppy disk drives. The i.LINK connection may not communicate with your compatible i.LINK device for information on the software... or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 7 Locating Controls and Connectors Front Panel Overview The front panel of Sony used only to designate that came with each other.
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Front panel ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of the features listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased. 8
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Front panel ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of the features listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased. 8
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... Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on the system configuration you purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of the features listed, depending on your...
... Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on the system configuration you purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of the features listed, depending on your...
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... communicate with your compatible i.LINK device for your system, such as their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 13 MovieShaker™ ❑ S6 - VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to...
... communicate with your compatible i.LINK device for your system, such as their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 13 MovieShaker™ ❑ S6 - VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Changing the settings of the S Keys 1 Click Start in the Windows Taskbar and select All Programs. 2 Select VAIO Action Setup, then click VAIO Action Setup. ✍ You can type a new name and description, if desired. Click Finish. 14 Click Next. 6 You can also double-click the VAIO... dialog box, click the option for the desired type of function. The corresponding applications appear in the Windows taskbar, to launch VAIO Action Setup. 3 Click the S Key you want to place it into the list box. 5 The Confirmation Application Name window appears.
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Changing the settings of the S Keys 1 Click Start in the Windows Taskbar and select All Programs. 2 Select VAIO Action Setup, then click VAIO Action Setup. ✍ You can type a new name and description, if desired. Click Finish. 14 Click Next. 6 You can also double-click the VAIO... dialog box, click the option for the desired type of function. The corresponding applications appear in the Windows taskbar, to launch VAIO Action Setup. 3 Click the S Key you want to place it into the list box. 5 The Confirmation Application Name window appears.
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... you purchased. Media Bar® DVD Player Sony Electronics Inc. You can enjoy the superior digital video quality and the effects features. This section describes the VAIO® AV applications. ✍ Your computer may not appear exactly as multiple angles, audio language tracks, and subtitles. You... playback features are available, such as shown in this section, depending on the system configuration you want to view. VAIO AV Applications Your VAIO® computer is created especially for rich digital printing to any ordinary DVD player, to easily find the scene you purchased. This...
... you purchased. Media Bar® DVD Player Sony Electronics Inc. You can enjoy the superior digital video quality and the effects features. This section describes the VAIO® AV applications. ✍ Your computer may not appear exactly as multiple angles, audio language tracks, and subtitles. You... playback features are available, such as shown in this section, depending on the system configuration you want to view. VAIO AV Applications Your VAIO® computer is created especially for rich digital printing to any ordinary DVD player, to easily find the scene you purchased. This...
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... a fun new way to your video clips and "shake" with family and friends. PictureGear™ Sony Electronics Inc. Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc. A smart solution for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. Just import your hard disk drive or share via e-mail.... movie or sound file, but also enables playback of new features to take advantage of the mouse. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that supports the i.LINK interface. The images appear in a visually...
... a fun new way to your video clips and "shake" with family and friends. PictureGear™ Sony Electronics Inc. Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc. A smart solution for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. Just import your hard disk drive or share via e-mail.... movie or sound file, but also enables playback of new features to take advantage of the mouse. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that supports the i.LINK interface. The images appear in a visually...
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Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box 20 Click OK. You can enter a name for a new folder or click Select Photo Folder, to import your pictures to open the Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PhotoCapture window 2 Click the camera icon to an existing folder.
Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box 20 Click OK. You can enter a name for a new folder or click Select Photo Folder, to import your pictures to open the Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PhotoCapture window 2 Click the camera icon to an existing folder.
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...as thumbnail pictures on the right. Click OK. 4 Select the paper, based on the left side of prints you want to make, using your computer and home printer. 1 Click (Photo) to set margins. 22 A layout preview is displayed on the left side of the window. A list... top of the window. 5 Use the configuration buttons and drop-down lists to select the printer and to open the PhotoCollection window. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Using PhotoCollection You can select and print your favorite digital pictures, using the scroll arrows. PhotoCollection window 2 Select the desired...
...as thumbnail pictures on the right. Click OK. 4 Select the paper, based on the left side of prints you want to make, using your computer and home printer. 1 Click (Photo) to set margins. 22 A layout preview is displayed on the left side of the window. A list... top of the window. 5 Use the configuration buttons and drop-down lists to select the printer and to open the PhotoCollection window. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Using PhotoCollection You can select and print your favorite digital pictures, using the scroll arrows. PhotoCollection window 2 Select the desired...
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... not click Create New Album. From the thumbnail view, click to select the pictures you wish to be printed. New PhotoDecor window. New Album window. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Select the desired folder. PhotoAlbum -
... not click Create New Album. From the thumbnail view, click to select the pictures you wish to be printed. New PhotoDecor window. New Album window. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Select the desired folder. PhotoAlbum -
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... the configuration buttons and drop-down lists to select the printer and to select a media type. The Select Design window appears. 4 Select a design template. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Click to set margins. ✍ See the online Help for detailed information on the type of your decorations or customize the design...
... the configuration buttons and drop-down lists to select the printer and to select a media type. The Select Design window appears. 4 Select a design template. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Click to set margins. ✍ See the online Help for detailed information on the type of your decorations or customize the design...
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...time, but must install a plug-in to your C: drive, using the Look in: drop-down list. 3 Double-click Program Files, double-click Sony, and then double-click DVgate. 28 If you must be recorded. ❑ Avoid recording problems, such as this software on the same tape. Installing... plug-in Install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere software Your VAIO® computer may not have AVI files that use different audio modes on your computer, you have Adobe® Premiere® software preinstalled. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To use DVgate software to record AVI files to ...
...time, but must install a plug-in to your C: drive, using the Look in: drop-down list. 3 Double-click Program Files, double-click Sony, and then double-click DVgate. 28 If you must be recorded. ❑ Avoid recording problems, such as this software on the same tape. Installing... plug-in Install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere software Your VAIO® computer may not have AVI files that use different audio modes on your computer, you have Adobe® Premiere® software preinstalled. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To use DVgate software to record AVI files to ...
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...tray Creating movies with MovieShaker software Using your imported clips, you "Shake" your personal video creation in a format that is compatible with most computers. The Shake feature randomly selects clips from still images with added special effects and music files. After you can edit it by adding effects ... video files can be made from the Story Board tray, to create fun and innovative movies without any previous knowledge of film editing. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker Software MovieShaker™ software can be used to create a 30-second movie.
...tray Creating movies with MovieShaker software Using your imported clips, you "Shake" your personal video creation in a format that is compatible with most computers. The Shake feature randomly selects clips from still images with added special effects and music files. After you can edit it by adding effects ... video files can be made from the Story Board tray, to create fun and innovative movies without any previous knowledge of film editing. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker Software MovieShaker™ software can be used to create a 30-second movie.
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... an effect by clicking on the Input button. 5 To preview, rewind, or fast forward your new movie by dragging it to preview the effect. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 4 Add text to the trash icon on the working panel. 4 Click the Play button on the Edit tray to the Story Board...
... an effect by clicking on the Input button. 5 To preview, rewind, or fast forward your new movie by dragging it to preview the effect. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 4 Add text to the trash icon on the working panel. 4 Click the Play button on the Edit tray to the Story Board...
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... to export your movie file may vary, depending on the format selected. See the online Help file for more information on exporting a movie. 34 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To save a movie 1 Verify that the movie or clips you want to save are located on the Story Board tray. 2 Click the...
... to export your movie file may vary, depending on the format selected. See the online Help file for more information on exporting a movie. 34 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To save a movie 1 Verify that the movie or clips you want to save are located on the Story Board tray. 2 Click the...
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Follow the on your computer connects with ImageStation online, your files are uploaded to the Web site. The Image Uploader window appears and displays the Internet connection and upload status. Image Uploader window 7 Go to http://www.imagestation.com to view your uploaded pictures or movies. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 6 When the ImageStation application on -screen instructions to access your ImageStation account. ✍ The ImageStation Web site may ask you to complete a full login again, if your current online session is not active. 36
Follow the on your computer connects with ImageStation online, your files are uploaded to the Web site. The Image Uploader window appears and displays the Internet connection and upload status. Image Uploader window 7 Go to http://www.imagestation.com to view your uploaded pictures or movies. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 6 When the ImageStation application on -screen instructions to access your ImageStation account. ✍ The ImageStation Web site may ask you to complete a full login again, if your current online session is not active. 36
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Creating a photo album 1 Click the Folder tab in the main window and browse to locate your pictures. 2 Select the pictures you want to create your album. PIctureGear Album Maker dialog box 3 From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker. 4 Choose a Design template for your album. 5 Click the "Make soon" button to include in your album immediately, using the PictureGear default settings. 38
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Creating a photo album 1 Click the Folder tab in the main window and browse to locate your pictures. 2 Select the pictures you want to create your album. PIctureGear Album Maker dialog box 3 From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker. 4 Choose a Design template for your album. 5 Click the "Make soon" button to include in your album immediately, using the PictureGear default settings. 38