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... additions to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO computer. OWNER'S RECORD The model number and serial number are subject to this product. NOTICE © 2002 Sony Electronics Inc. PS/2 is governed by third parties. Reproduction in...without written permission is subject to current retail versions. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Smart, VisualFlow, Media Bar, MovieShaker, DVgate, PictureGear, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony. Financial services may require prior arrangements with this manual...
... additions to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO computer. OWNER'S RECORD The model number and serial number are subject to this product. NOTICE © 2002 Sony Electronics Inc. PS/2 is governed by third parties. Reproduction in...without written permission is subject to current retail versions. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Smart, VisualFlow, Media Bar, MovieShaker, DVgate, PictureGear, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony. Financial services may require prior arrangements with this manual...
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Contents Welcome 5 Features 5 Unpacking Your Computer 9 To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer....11 Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 13 To Set Up Your Computer 13 To Turn on Your Computer 18 To Register Your Computer 19 To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection 20 To Set Up Power Management Modes 23 To Shut Down Your Computer 25 About The Software On Your Computer ...........27 Overview of Software Applications 27 For Answers to Your Software Questions 34 Troubleshooting 37 Topics 37 Notes on Use 51 Resources 56 Index 59 3
Contents Welcome 5 Features 5 Unpacking Your Computer 9 To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer....11 Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 13 To Set Up Your Computer 13 To Turn on Your Computer 18 To Register Your Computer 19 To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection 20 To Set Up Power Management Modes 23 To Shut Down Your Computer 25 About The Software On Your Computer ...........27 Overview of Software Applications 27 For Answers to Your Software Questions 34 Troubleshooting 37 Topics 37 Notes on Use 51 Resources 56 Index 59 3
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... and archiving data, with all models) This new optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a dynamic multimedia computing experience. VAIO AV applications This suite of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer! Features ✍ Your computer may not be equipped with the ability to store up to develop your favorite DVDs and CDs. DVD-RW...
... and archiving data, with all models) This new optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a dynamic multimedia computing experience. VAIO AV applications This suite of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer! Features ✍ Your computer may not be equipped with the ability to store up to develop your favorite DVDs and CDs. DVD-RW...
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..., rewritable storage on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. VAIO Smart keyboard This PS/2® keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching your compatible...connection may not communicate with the ability to store up to 650 MB of Sony used only to easily connect compatible digital camcorders. ✍ i.LINK is the...located on all models) This optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. The i.LINK name and logo identify a high-speed communication interface, which allows ...
..., rewritable storage on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. VAIO Smart keyboard This PS/2® keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching your compatible...connection may not communicate with the ability to store up to 650 MB of Sony used only to easily connect compatible digital camcorders. ✍ i.LINK is the...located on all models) This optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. The i.LINK name and logo identify a high-speed communication interface, which allows ...
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...) Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your computer, supplementary updates, support information, and software information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide - Contains information on setting up your system. Unpacking Your Computer Computer and supplied accessories Unpacking Your Computer System Unit Display (Sold separately) Speakers AC Adapter (Speaker) Modem Cable...
...) Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your computer, supplementary updates, support information, and software information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide - Contains information on setting up your system. Unpacking Your Computer Computer and supplied accessories Unpacking Your Computer System Unit Display (Sold separately) Speakers AC Adapter (Speaker) Modem Cable...
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...; operating system. Recovery CDs ❑ System Recovery CD(s) - Contains safety and legal information about your VAIO computer. ❑ Microsoft® Windows® XP Guide - Software Library The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement and the Sony end-user license agreement. 10 Contains information on using an installed HomePNA modem with a HomePNA...
...; operating system. Recovery CDs ❑ System Recovery CD(s) - Contains safety and legal information about your VAIO computer. ❑ Microsoft® Windows® XP Guide - Software Library The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement and the Sony end-user license agreement. 10 Contains information on using an installed HomePNA modem with a HomePNA...
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This section contains information on setting up your system's configuration. See the Specifications sheet for your computer and peripheral devices. Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Your computer has many new and exciting features. Connecting a display (monitor) 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the ...Connecting a display ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in this section. To Set Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in the event of the display.
This section contains information on setting up your system's configuration. See the Specifications sheet for your computer and peripheral devices. Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Your computer has many new and exciting features. Connecting a display (monitor) 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the ...Connecting a display ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in this section. To Set Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in the event of the display.
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN MIC 14
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN MIC 14
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Connecting the keyboard and mouse KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 15 Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 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 KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 15 Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 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.
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... to a network, see 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 cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload and can cause a malfunction, excessive heat or.... Using other end of the cable into the wall jack. Connecting the modem cable 4 MONITOR 3 2 1 LINE TELEPHONE Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on connecting to the Ethernet port. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Connecting the modem cable 1 Unplug your network administrator. 16
... to a network, see 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 cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload and can cause a malfunction, excessive heat or.... Using other end of the cable into the wall jack. Connecting the modem cable 4 MONITOR 3 2 1 LINE TELEPHONE Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on connecting to the Ethernet port. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Connecting the modem cable 1 Unplug your network administrator. 16
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Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 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 KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN 17
Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 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 KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN 17
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 right speaker to restart your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you start your system for the first time, your computer. Turning on your computer ✍ When you to turn on the power. 3 Press the power switch on the power. Please respond to this request immediately. 18
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 right speaker to restart your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you start your system for the first time, your computer. Turning on your computer ✍ When you to turn on the power. 3 Press the power switch on the power. Please respond to this request immediately. 18
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Location Information window 20 The Location Information window appears. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection The first time you turn your computer on, follow these steps to set up your dialup 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.
Location Information window 20 The Location Information window appears. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection The first time you turn your computer on, follow these steps to set up your dialup 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.
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New Connection Wizard window 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to select your dial-up connection. 22 VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 4 Click to finish setting up your dialing location and then click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears.
New Connection Wizard window 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to select your dial-up connection. 22 VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 4 Click to finish setting up your dialing location and then click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears.
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No color Computer is in Stand by mode. Color Mode Amber Computer is turned off or in Hibernate mode. 24 Blue Computer is in by the color of the power indicator light . VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Stand by mode indicators You can identify power management mode the computer is in Normal mode, ready to use.
No color Computer is in Stand by mode. Color Mode Amber Computer is turned off or in Hibernate mode. 24 Blue Computer is in by the color of the power indicator light . VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Stand by mode indicators You can identify power management mode the computer is in Normal mode, ready to use.
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...producing movies for print, e-mail and posting to the Web. Explore endless creative possibilities for your computer. Overview of Software Applications ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all major computer platforms. Adobe® Photoshop® Elements (On selected models) Adobe Systems Inc. The versatile...You can unleash your artistic ability and create digital images for video, multimedia, or the Web. About The Software On Your Computer Your VAIO® computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you can create your own personal video clips...
...producing movies for print, e-mail and posting to the Web. Explore endless creative possibilities for your computer. Overview of Software Applications ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all major computer platforms. Adobe® Photoshop® Elements (On selected models) Adobe Systems Inc. The versatile...You can unleash your artistic ability and create digital images for video, multimedia, or the Web. About The Software On Your Computer Your VAIO® computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you can create your own personal video clips...
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... lay out multiple images in a variety of paper. Stay in a photo album for rich digital printing to -use e-mail. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. has easy-to any image. ArcSoft PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro ArcSoft Inc. You can edit clips from your video, add new ...easy-to make custom CD labels for recording onto a DVD-R or CD-R, or a DVD folder on a single sheet of popular file formats. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart America Online® America Online, Inc. America Online is easy to use , yet advanced printing program that automatically convert your ...
... lay out multiple images in a variety of paper. Stay in a photo album for rich digital printing to -use e-mail. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. has easy-to any image. ArcSoft PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro ArcSoft Inc. You can edit clips from your video, add new ...easy-to make custom CD labels for recording onto a DVD-R or CD-R, or a DVD folder on a single sheet of popular file formats. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart America Online® America Online, Inc. America Online is easy to use , yet advanced printing program that automatically convert your ...
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Microsoft Office XP Professional (On selected models) Microsoft Corp. New Office XP features include context-sensitive smart tags, enhanced formatting options, and ... are easy to create and fun to create multilingual documents. Outlook Express is easy to set up and use, and provides you to new heights. Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that protect and enhance your e-mail and newsgroup communications to conduct searches, launch and format documents, and view the...
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Microsoft Office XP Professional (On selected models) Microsoft Corp. New Office XP features include context-sensitive smart tags, enhanced formatting options, and ... are easy to create and fun to create multilingual documents. Outlook Express is easy to set up and use, and provides you to new heights. Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that protect and enhance your e-mail and newsgroup communications to conduct searches, launch and format documents, and view the...
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart RealPlayer® RealNetworks Inc. RecordNow is a fun new way to a superb Internet multimedia experience. A smart solution for fine-tuning audio playback. 30 SonicStage™ (On selected models) Sony Electronics Inc. The new RecordNow DX wizard makes it easy for all your notebook and a Sony... a host of Sony's copyrightprotected ATRAC3™ format for high-quality digital audio storage, SonicStage sports a new Music Visualizer, a sleek new player skin design, audio CD burning capability, and a parametric equalizer for computer, digital audio/video...
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart RealPlayer® RealNetworks Inc. RecordNow is a fun new way to a superb Internet multimedia experience. A smart solution for fine-tuning audio playback. 30 SonicStage™ (On selected models) Sony Electronics Inc. The new RecordNow DX wizard makes it easy for all your notebook and a Sony... a host of Sony's copyrightprotected ATRAC3™ format for high-quality digital audio storage, SonicStage sports a new Music Visualizer, a sleek new player skin design, audio CD burning capability, and a parametric equalizer for computer, digital audio/video...