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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 become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your Sony VAIO® computer! The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to help you for purchasing your system. 5 Your new computer is designed to -use functionality.
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Welcome Thank you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your Sony VAIO® computer! The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to help you for purchasing your system. 5 Your new computer is designed to -use functionality.
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...compatible i.LINK devices. It also includes Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports to connect compatible peripheral devices. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of your VAIO Computer allows access to the optical and floppy disk drives. Please refer to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. All products with an i.LINK... 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.
...compatible i.LINK devices. It also includes Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports to connect compatible peripheral devices. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of your VAIO Computer allows access to the optical and floppy disk drives. Please refer to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. All products with an i.LINK... 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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The indicator light is blue while the power is on and amber when the computer is located on the back. 9 Front Panel Overview 1 Optical drive 1 See Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See Specifications sheet for optical drive ... media. 12 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk. 13 Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (2) Connections 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...
The indicator light is blue while the power is on and amber when the computer is located on the back. 9 Front Panel Overview 1 Optical drive 1 See Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See Specifications sheet for optical drive ... media. 12 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk. 13 Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (2) Connections 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...
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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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... wall jack. 13 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 14 Telephone jack Connection for a phone cable (optional) to the computer. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. Please refer to designate that came with each other. Back Panel Overview...
... wall jack. 13 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 14 Telephone jack Connection for a phone cable (optional) to the computer. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. Please refer to designate that came with each other. Back Panel Overview...
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VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your compatible i.LINK device for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. Shortcut Keys The ... the S keys to designate that came with each other applications. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to launch other . SonicStage ❑ S4 - MovieShaker™ ❑ S6 - The i.LINK connection may not communicate with your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to the documentation that a product contains...
VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your compatible i.LINK device for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. Shortcut Keys The ... the S keys to designate that came with each other applications. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to launch other . SonicStage ❑ S4 - MovieShaker™ ❑ S6 - The i.LINK connection may not communicate with your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to the documentation that a product contains...
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...VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Changing the settings of function. Click Next. 6 You can drag an application to change. 4 From the Select Application dialog box, click the option for the desired type 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 also double-click the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the list box on the right. ✍ You can type a new...
...VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Changing the settings of function. Click Next. 6 You can drag an application to change. 4 From the Select Application dialog box, click the option for the desired type 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 also double-click the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the list box on the right. ✍ You can type a new...
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... Window Design You can select from different window designs for your Sony software will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 7 To try another selection, click >, then click Apply. 8 When you have made your own personal computing environment. Changing the window design 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select the Control Panel...
... Window Design You can select from different window designs for your Sony software will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 7 To try another selection, click >, then click Apply. 8 When you have made your own personal computing environment. Changing the window design 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select the Control Panel...
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... monitor as multiple angles, audio language tracks, and subtitles. VAIO AV Applications Your VAIO® computer is created especially for high-quality DVD playback. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. Media Bar® DVD Player Sony Electronics Inc. This section describes the VAIO® AV applications. ✍ Your computer may not appear exactly as shown in a variety of...
... monitor as multiple angles, audio language tracks, and subtitles. VAIO AV Applications Your VAIO® computer is created especially for high-quality DVD playback. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. Media Bar® DVD Player Sony Electronics Inc. This section describes the VAIO® AV applications. ✍ Your computer may not appear exactly as shown in a variety of...
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...can easily view the contents of -the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick® media. Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc. A smart solution for finetuning audio playback. Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that ... burning capability, and a parametric equalizer for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. This image management software displays images from your notebook and a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder that supports the ...
...can easily view the contents of -the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick® media. Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc. A smart solution for finetuning audio playback. Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that ... burning capability, and a parametric equalizer for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. This image management software displays images from your notebook and a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder that supports the ...
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With its easyto-use features, you can select your favorite pictures and place them in your computer. 19 You can quickly load images from your digital camera or camcorder, to your digital pictures. DigitalPrint Software DigitalPrint Software DigitalPrint is indicated in the ... import your digital pictures from your digital camera or camcorder, print high-quality photos, and make personalized photo albums and labels to creatively manage your computer. Your connected digital camera, camcorder, or Memory Stick® media is designed to share with friends and family.
With its easyto-use features, you can select your favorite pictures and place them in your computer. 19 You can quickly load images from your digital camera or camcorder, to your digital pictures. DigitalPrint Software DigitalPrint Software DigitalPrint is indicated in the ... import your digital pictures from your digital camera or camcorder, print high-quality photos, and make personalized photo albums and labels to creatively manage your computer. Your connected digital camera, camcorder, or Memory Stick® media is designed to share with friends and family.
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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. Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box 20 Click OK. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PhotoCapture window 2 Click the camera icon to an existing folder.
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. Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box 20 Click OK. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PhotoCapture window 2 Click the camera icon to an existing folder.
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Capture Pictures from Video window 4 Select the desired pictures and click the Get Pictures button. You can preview a thumbnail version of a selected picture. You can use (Rotate) to see an enlarged version of a selected picture. Use the Delete button to capture still images. PhotoCapture editing window 21 DigitalPrint Software 3 Click the Capture button to eliminate any unwanted pictures. The PhotoCapture picture editor window appears. 5 Click the View button to change the position of your pictures in the selection view window.
Capture Pictures from Video window 4 Select the desired pictures and click the Get Pictures button. You can preview a thumbnail version of a selected picture. You can use (Rotate) to see an enlarged version of a selected picture. Use the Delete button to capture still images. PhotoCapture editing window 21 DigitalPrint Software 3 Click the Capture button to eliminate any unwanted pictures. The PhotoCapture picture editor window appears. 5 Click the View button to change the position of your pictures in the selection view window.
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... the picture positioning desired. A list of available Folders is displayed on the left side of prints you want to make, using your computer and home printer. 1 Click (Photo) to set margins. 22 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Using PhotoCollection You can select and print your favorite digital pictures, using the scroll arrows.
... the picture positioning desired. A list of available Folders is displayed on the left side of prints you want to make, using your computer and home printer. 1 Click (Photo) to set margins. 22 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Using PhotoCollection You can select and print your favorite digital pictures, using the scroll arrows.
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New PhotoDecor window. PhotoDecor-New PhotoDecor window 23 Add, remove, and change your designs to create your own unique photo art. 1 Click (Edit) to print a specific page of photos. Using PhotoDecor You can decorate your favorite photos with clip art, stamps, or your available Folders is displayed on the left side of your own drawing talent. A list of the window, with the folder contents displayed as thumbnail pictures on the right. Printer and Paper selection window DigitalPrint Software 6 Click Print All to begin printing all pages, or click "Print the selected page only"...
New PhotoDecor window. PhotoDecor-New PhotoDecor window 23 Add, remove, and change your designs to create your own unique photo art. 1 Click (Edit) to print a specific page of photos. Using PhotoDecor You can decorate your favorite photos with clip art, stamps, or your available Folders is displayed on the left side of your own drawing talent. A list of the window, with the folder contents displayed as thumbnail pictures on the right. Printer and Paper selection window DigitalPrint Software 6 Click Print All to begin printing all pages, or click "Print the selected page only"...
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... the new picture and click Save. ✍ The default location for your custom-made photo albums with friends and family. 1 Click (Album) to decorate. PhotoAlbum - VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Select the desired folder.
... the new picture and click Save. ✍ The default location for your custom-made photo albums with friends and family. 1 Click (Album) to decorate. PhotoAlbum - VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Select the desired folder.
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The Select Design window appears. 4 Select a design template for your album, click Stitch Album. New Label window 25 DigitalPrint Software 2 Click Create New Album. Scroll through the album, using the book icons at the bottom of your album from each folder. See the online Help file for your media, such as Memory Stick® media, CDs, or video cassettes. 1 Click (Label) to include in your selected design and page layout is displayed. The Select Photo window appears. 3 Select the photos you have selected the design, the Select Layout window appears. 5 Select a page ...
The Select Design window appears. 4 Select a design template for your album, click Stitch Album. New Label window 25 DigitalPrint Software 2 Click Create New Album. Scroll through the album, using the book icons at the bottom of your album from each folder. See the online Help file for your media, such as Memory Stick® media, CDs, or video cassettes. 1 Click (Label) to include in your selected design and page layout is displayed. The Select Photo window appears. 3 Select the photos you have selected the design, the Select Layout window appears. 5 Select a page ...