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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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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! VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Welcome Thank you to -use functionality. Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your system. 5
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! VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Welcome Thank you to -use functionality. Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your system. 5
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... connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to the optical and floppy disk drives. Locating Controls and Connectors Front Panel Overview The front panel of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. 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 your compatible i.LINK device for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices.
... connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to the optical and floppy disk drives. Locating Controls and Connectors Front Panel Overview The front panel of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. 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 your compatible i.LINK device for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices.
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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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VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of the features listed, depending on your computer. ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of your computer contains the ports for a PS/2 Keyboard. 10 Back panel KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN MIC 4 MONITOR...
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of the features listed, depending on your computer. ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of your computer contains the ports for a PS/2 Keyboard. 10 Back panel KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN MIC 4 MONITOR...
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...operating conditions. 13 Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are linked with each other applications. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to launch other . Internet Explorer ❑ S3 - Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to the documentation that a ...applications as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their default settings: ❑ S1 - MovieShaker™ ❑ S6 - VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. PictureGear™ ❑...
...operating conditions. 13 Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are linked with each other applications. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to launch other . Internet Explorer ❑ S3 - Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to the documentation that a ...applications as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their default settings: ❑ S1 - MovieShaker™ ❑ S6 - VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. PictureGear™ ❑...
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Click Finish. 14 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. Click Next. 6 You can drag ... 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 name and description, if desired. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Changing the settings of function.
Click Finish. 14 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. Click Next. 6 You can drag ... 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 name and description, if desired. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Changing the settings of function.
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... and still images. Overview of popular file formats. This section describes the VAIO® AV applications. ✍ Your computer may not appear exactly as multiple angles, audio language tracks, and subtitles. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. Media Bar® DVD Player Sony Electronics Inc. Media Bar DVD Player is preconfigured with all of the...
... and still images. Overview of popular file formats. This section describes the VAIO® AV applications. ✍ Your computer may not appear exactly as multiple angles, audio language tracks, and subtitles. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. Media Bar® DVD Player Sony Electronics Inc. Media Bar DVD Player is preconfigured with all of the...
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... Inc. It allows you can easily view the contents of the mouse. Continuing to send multimedia messages via e-mail. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. It displays any still picture, movie or sound file stored in a Memory Stick media in a convenient light-table format, so that supports the...
... Inc. It allows you can easily view the contents of the mouse. Continuing to send multimedia messages via e-mail. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. It displays any still picture, movie or sound file stored in a Memory Stick media in a convenient light-table format, so that supports the...
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Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box 20 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. Click OK. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PhotoCapture window 2 Click the camera icon to an existing folder.
Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box 20 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. Click OK. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PhotoCapture window 2 Click the camera icon to an existing folder.
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... preview is displayed on the right. Click OK. 4 Select the paper, based on the left side of the window. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Using PhotoCollection You can select and print your computer and home printer. 1 Click (Photo) to open the PhotoCollection window. PhotoCollection window 2 Select the desired folder. Select the number...
... preview is displayed on the right. Click OK. 4 Select the paper, based on the left side of the window. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Using PhotoCollection You can select and print your computer and home printer. 1 Click (Photo) to open the PhotoCollection window. PhotoCollection window 2 Select the desired folder. Select the number...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Select the desired folder. Name the new picture and click Save. ✍ The default location for your saved decorated pictures is ready to ...
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Select the desired folder. Name the new picture and click Save. ✍ The default location for your saved decorated pictures is ready to ...
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... printer and to list the contents of media label being created. You can create a song or video list, depending on using DigitalPrint software. 26 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Click to complete the label making process. The Select Paper window appears. 3 Select the media's paper layout. Add your decorations or customize...
... printer and to list the contents of media label being created. You can create a song or video list, depending on using DigitalPrint software. 26 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Click to complete the label making process. The Select Paper window appears. 3 Select the media's paper layout. Add your decorations or customize...
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...your hard drive. MPEG files cannot be recorded separately. ❑ DVgate software features do not support working with the DVgate software. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To use DVgate software to record AVI files to tape ❑ Do not use different audio modes on the same tape...Start in : drop-down list. 3 Double-click Program Files, double-click Sony, and then double-click DVgate. 28 To install the DVgate plug-in Install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere software Your VAIO® computer may not have AVI files that frames are dropped, try closing other applications ...
...your hard drive. MPEG files cannot be recorded separately. ❑ DVgate software features do not support working with the DVgate software. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To use DVgate software to record AVI files to tape ❑ Do not use different audio modes on the same tape...Start in : drop-down list. 3 Double-click Program Files, double-click Sony, and then double-click DVgate. 28 To install the DVgate plug-in Install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere software Your VAIO® computer may not have AVI files that frames are dropped, try closing other applications ...
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... creation in a format that is compatible with added special effects and music files. The Shake feature randomly selects clips from still images with most computers. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker Software MovieShaker™ software can be used to create a 30-second movie. In a few simple steps, video files can be made...
... creation in a format that is compatible with added special effects and music files. The Shake feature randomly selects clips from still images with most computers. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide MovieShaker Software MovieShaker™ software can be used to create a 30-second movie. In a few simple steps, video files can be made...
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Your scenes appear during movie playback. See the online Help file for more information on the clip displayed in the Shake tray window. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 4 Add text to your new movie by clicking on the Input button. 5 To preview, rewind, or fast forward your movie, use the Playback ...
Your scenes appear during movie playback. See the online Help file for more information on the clip displayed in the Shake tray window. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 4 Add text to your new movie by clicking on the Input button. 5 To preview, rewind, or fast forward your movie, use the Playback ...
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... movie to be saved. ✍ You can click on each export format to export your movie file may vary, depending on the format selected. 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...
... movie to be saved. ✍ You can click on each export format to export your movie file may vary, depending on the format selected. 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 current online session is not active. 36 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 files are uploaded to view your uploaded pictures or movies. Image Uploader window 7 Go to http://www.imagestation.com to the Web site. The Image Uploader window appears and displays the Internet connection and upload status.
Follow the on your computer connects with ImageStation online, your current online session is not active. 36 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 files are uploaded to view your uploaded pictures or movies. Image Uploader window 7 Go to http://www.imagestation.com to the Web site. The Image Uploader window appears and displays the Internet connection and upload status.
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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