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Front Panel Overview 1 Optical drive 1 See Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See Specifications sheet for compatible USB devices. ✍ For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK ports on both the front and back panels. The 4-pin i.LINK port is located on the front panel and the 6-pin ... access indicator light Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk. 7 Power switch and indicator light Turns the computer on the back. 9 The indicator light is blue while the power is on and amber when the...
Front Panel Overview 1 Optical drive 1 See Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See Specifications sheet for compatible USB devices. ✍ For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK ports on both the front and back panels. The 4-pin i.LINK port is located on the front panel and the 6-pin ... access indicator light Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk. 7 Power switch and indicator light Turns the computer on the back. 9 The indicator light is blue while the power is on and amber when the...
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...DVD Player monitor as multiple angles, audio language tracks, and subtitles. Media Bar® DVD Player Sony Electronics Inc. Overview of the software applications listed, depending on the specific computer model you purchased. Media Bar DVD Player is preconfigured with any standard color laser or inkjet printer....multimedia technology. This image management software makes it easy to the i.LINK® port and capture your images in a variety of the VAIO AV applications may not be used to make it fun and easy to edit, import, and organize your digital pictures in a photo ...
...DVD Player monitor as multiple angles, audio language tracks, and subtitles. Media Bar® DVD Player Sony Electronics Inc. Overview of the software applications listed, depending on the specific computer model you purchased. Media Bar DVD Player is preconfigured with any standard color laser or inkjet printer....multimedia technology. This image management software makes it easy to the i.LINK® port and capture your images in a variety of the VAIO AV applications may not be used to make it fun and easy to edit, import, and organize your digital pictures in a photo ...
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...Sony...clips and "shake" with family and friends. SonicStage Sony Electronics Inc. Smart Capture is a state-of new... and a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder that have transitions, background ...Sony Electronics Inc. This new jukebox application adds a host of -the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for finetuning audio playback. Continuing to your hard drive, a Sony digital still camera, or a Sony Mavica® camera. VisualFlow™ Sony...; Jukebox. A smart solution for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies...
...Sony...clips and "shake" with family and friends. SonicStage Sony Electronics Inc. Smart Capture is a state-of new... and a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder that have transitions, background ...Sony Electronics Inc. This new jukebox application adds a host of -the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for finetuning audio playback. Continuing to your hard drive, a Sony digital still camera, or a Sony Mavica® camera. VisualFlow™ Sony...; Jukebox. A smart solution for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies...
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A list of your available Folders is displayed on the right. Using PhotoDecor You can decorate your own unique photo art. 1 Click (Edit) to print a specific page of the window, with clip art, stamps, or your own drawing talent. New PhotoDecor window. Add, remove, and change your designs to create your ...
A list of your available Folders is displayed on the right. Using PhotoDecor You can decorate your own unique photo art. 1 Click (Edit) to print a specific page of the window, with clip art, stamps, or your own drawing talent. New PhotoDecor window. Add, remove, and change your designs to create your ...
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CD tab window 4 You can identify specific tracks on your CD by selecting the empty checkbox next to Select All, and then selecting the tracks you don't want to record. Click Start ... can clear all audio CDs. 52 If your Internet connection is active, you can use the view the name of your optical disc drive. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Recording from a CD You can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists in SonicStage. ✍ When you record from...
CD tab window 4 You can identify specific tracks on your CD by selecting the empty checkbox next to Select All, and then selecting the tracks you don't want to record. Click Start ... can clear all audio CDs. 52 If your Internet connection is active, you can use the view the name of your optical disc drive. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Recording from a CD You can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists in SonicStage. ✍ When you record from...
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... your computer's configuration. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select All Programs. 2 Select VisualFlow, then click VisualFlow. In this case, VisualFlow starts automatically when a Memory Stick media is a Sony state-of-the-art multimedia browser designed specifically for ...VAIO Action Setup utility may be configured to launch the VisualFlow browser upon insertion of files by other applications like PictureGear™, PictureToy™, and Memory Stick Slideshow. Using VisualFlow software You can navigate in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VAIO Digital Studio Computer...
... your computer's configuration. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select All Programs. 2 Select VisualFlow, then click VisualFlow. In this case, VisualFlow starts automatically when a Memory Stick media is a Sony state-of-the-art multimedia browser designed specifically for ...VAIO Action Setup utility may be configured to launch the VisualFlow browser upon insertion of files by other applications like PictureGear™, PictureToy™, and Memory Stick Slideshow. Using VisualFlow software You can navigate in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VAIO Digital Studio Computer...
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... more Application Recovery CDs. If you have any questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit www.sony.com/ pcsupport, or contact Sony Customer Support at 1-888-4-SONY-PC. You may include one or more than one Application Recovery CD, insert the first CD to ... you to reinstall individual software applications if they become corrupted or are experiencing with your computer or specific application. You may be in Windows to reinstall all open applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Application Recovery CD into the upper optical drive. 3 When the...
... more Application Recovery CDs. If you have any questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit www.sony.com/ pcsupport, or contact Sony Customer Support at 1-888-4-SONY-PC. You may include one or more than one Application Recovery CD, insert the first CD to ... you to reinstall individual software applications if they become corrupted or are experiencing with your computer or specific application. You may be in Windows to reinstall all open applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Application Recovery CD into the upper optical drive. 3 When the...
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...Troubleshooter. To access System Setup: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select VAIO Help and Support. Select Restart. 2 When the Sony screen displays, press the F2 key on the right side of specific problem topics appears on your keyboard. 3 Select the Advanced tab from the Setup ...press Enter. 7 Press the F10 key to ECP, EPP, or bi-directional? Open your specific situation. If you can search Windows Help. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and select Turn Off Computer. Follow the onscreen instructions according to restore this Network setting, repeat these steps (1 - ...
...Troubleshooter. To access System Setup: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select VAIO Help and Support. Select Restart. 2 When the Sony screen displays, press the F2 key on the right side of specific problem topics appears on your keyboard. 3 Select the Advanced tab from the Setup ...press Enter. 7 Press the F10 key to ECP, EPP, or bi-directional? Open your specific situation. If you can search Windows Help. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and select Turn Off Computer. Follow the onscreen instructions according to restore this Network setting, repeat these steps (1 - ...
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... 800 x 600, using 32-bit color (preset factory default). See your Specifications sheet for more information. Topics If you hear audio but cannot hear audio, check all of my display?" ✍ If your computer's video RAM. To check your video resolution, see the Troubleshooting topic, "... drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that are located on your computer, see "To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)" for details about your computer's video memory is turned off. ❑ Check the master volume setting in the ...
... 800 x 600, using 32-bit color (preset factory default). See your Specifications sheet for more information. Topics If you hear audio but cannot hear audio, check all of my display?" ✍ If your computer's video RAM. To check your video resolution, see the Troubleshooting topic, "... drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that are located on your computer, see "To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)" for details about your computer's video memory is turned off. ❑ Check the master volume setting in the ...
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... using. ❑ Increasing the system memory may emulate. If the printer is not included on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. For information on the list and no drivers are included with the printer, choose an alternate printer driver that may be...for the latest drivers for your printer may also help. Topic: How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. ❑ To install your printer for specific emulation information. 77 Some printers do I install a printer? ❑ If your printer has a USB, IEEE1394, or ...
... using. ❑ Increasing the system memory may emulate. If the printer is not included on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. For information on the list and no drivers are included with the printer, choose an alternate printer driver that may be...for the latest drivers for your printer may also help. Topic: How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. ❑ To install your printer for specific emulation information. 77 Some printers do I install a printer? ❑ If your printer has a USB, IEEE1394, or ...
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...-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or fax software.) You can access the Sony Knowledge Database from the Help menu within the specific application. This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your Sony computer. The User Guide contains information on how to VAIO Help and Support Center. 2. Two additional guides, Upgrading and Maintaining your...
...-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or fax software.) You can access the Sony Knowledge Database from the Help menu within the specific application. This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your Sony computer. The User Guide contains information on how to VAIO Help and Support Center. 2. Two additional guides, Upgrading and Maintaining your...
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... video images, then catalog everything for your system, see the online specifications sheet VAIO AV applications This suite of the features listed in this section. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of Sony original applications includes Smart Capture, DVgate™, DigitalPrint, SonicStage™, and...
... video images, then catalog everything for your system, see the online specifications sheet VAIO AV applications This suite of the features listed in this section. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of Sony original applications includes Smart Capture, DVgate™, DigitalPrint, SonicStage™, and...
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Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories (Available with all models. See the online specifications sheet for more information. To Unpack Your Computer Computer and accessories System Unit To Unpack Your Computer Display (Sold separately) Speakers* (PCVA-SP2) Speakers* PCVA-SP3) Modem Cable AC Adapter (Speaker) Keyboard Power Cord Mouse *Not supplied with selected models) 9
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories (Available with all models. See the online specifications sheet for more information. To Unpack Your Computer Computer and accessories System Unit To Unpack Your Computer Display (Sold separately) Speakers* (PCVA-SP2) Speakers* PCVA-SP3) Modem Cable AC Adapter (Speaker) Keyboard Power Cord Mouse *Not supplied with selected models) 9
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... Start - The Quick Start also provides software and support information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide - This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of the Windows® operating system. 10 The ... with Giga Pocket) This online guide contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your VAIO computer. ❑ Specifications - Supplies safety and legal information about your computer. ❑ Safety Information - To view this online information: 1 Click Start in the text, "Click...
... Start - The Quick Start also provides software and support information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide - This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of the Windows® operating system. 10 The ... with Giga Pocket) This online guide contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your VAIO computer. ❑ Specifications - Supplies safety and legal information about your computer. ❑ Safety Information - To view this online information: 1 Click Start in the text, "Click...
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See the online specifications sheet for your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in this section. Connecting a display (monitor) 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of an emergency. 14 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Set Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in the event of the display. Connecting a display ✍ Install your system's configuration.
See the online specifications sheet for your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in this section. Connecting a display (monitor) 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of an emergency. 14 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Set Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in the event of the display. Connecting a display ✍ Install your system's configuration.
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Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before using your computer, see the online specifications sheet. ❑ 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 ...
Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before using your computer, see the online specifications sheet. ❑ 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 ...
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... locate a minimized taskbar by pointing to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. About VAIO Digital Studio Computer Functions If your computer still does not respond and you can search Windows Help. 1 Click Start in the loss of data from files... cursor changes to the left , right, top and bottom edges of the display screen. If the software application continues to your specific situation. I cannot find the Windows taskbar. Pressing and holding the power switch for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, ...
... locate a minimized taskbar by pointing to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. About VAIO Digital Studio Computer Functions If your computer still does not respond and you can search Windows Help. 1 Click Start in the loss of data from files... cursor changes to the left , right, top and bottom edges of the display screen. If the software application continues to your specific situation. I cannot find the Windows taskbar. Pressing and holding the power switch for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, ...
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... taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and support menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3 Click to view specific information. 44 How do I access the reinstallation information in the right-side frame. 4 Click the desired subtopic to open the "System and Application Recovery CD(s)" link. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Your...
... taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and support menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3 Click to view specific information. 44 How do I access the reinstallation information in the right-side frame. 4 Click the desired subtopic to open the "System and Application Recovery CD(s)" link. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Your...
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...(s) and may cause damage to the unit. Use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Press the Eject button on your computer, see the online specifications sheet. Use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the online User Guide for more information. 45 About Using The... Optical Disc Drive(s) About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) ✍ Your computer may not be detected before trying to...
...(s) and may cause damage to the unit. Use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Press the Eject button on your computer, see the online specifications sheet. Use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the online User Guide for more information. 45 About Using The... Optical Disc Drive(s) About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) ✍ Your computer may not be detected before trying to...
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...-speed writing to a lower setting. If you are having difficulty with your drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that the media is identified as "high-speed" (4X or higher) for recording purposes, try starting the program again. ❑ Check to make sure...
...-speed writing to a lower setting. If you are having difficulty with your drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that the media is identified as "high-speed" (4X or higher) for recording purposes, try starting the program again. ❑ Check to make sure...