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... included with functions that are subject to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of the software may be transported... SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. Reproduction in whole or in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, Giga Pocket, MovieShaker, DVgate, Handycam, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, Net MD, Network Walkman, OpenMG, MICROMV...
... included with functions that are subject to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of the software may be transported... SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. Reproduction in whole or in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, Giga Pocket, MovieShaker, DVgate, Handycam, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, Net MD, Network Walkman, OpenMG, MICROMV...
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Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of the Sony VAIO® computer! Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. 11
Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of the Sony VAIO® computer! Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. 11
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...PCV-RZ series model shown) Speakers* (PCVA-SP3A) with Speaker power cable Speakers* (PCVA-SP4) with Speaker power cable Power cord Mouse Modem cable Keyboard *The supplied speakers may not be supplied with your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on the VAIO computer model purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer... Quick Start Unpacking your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. For details on the...
...PCV-RZ series model shown) Speakers* (PCVA-SP3A) with Speaker power cable Speakers* (PCVA-SP4) with Speaker power cable Power cord Mouse Modem cable Keyboard *The supplied speakers may not be supplied with your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on the VAIO computer model purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer... Quick Start Unpacking your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. For details on the...
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...Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 13 Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide-Contains the features and specifications of the latest Windows operating system. Unpacking ... cable (1) Video cable adapter (2) TV coaxial cable (1) AA batteries (2) Infrared receiver (1) Remote commander (1) Manuals ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer Quick Start-Provides basic information on the applications included with your system, how to use the basic features of your...
...Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 13 Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide-Contains the features and specifications of the latest Windows operating system. Unpacking ... cable (1) Video cable adapter (2) TV coaxial cable (1) AA batteries (2) Infrared receiver (1) Remote commander (1) Manuals ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer Quick Start-Provides basic information on the applications included with your system, how to use the basic features of your...
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... the DVD burning software applications included with your computer. To access this online information: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." The supplied System Recovery CDs can only be used with your VAIO computer. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. 14 The Internet...
... the DVD burning software applications included with your computer. To access this online information: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." The supplied System Recovery CDs can only be used with your VAIO computer. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. 14 The Internet...
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... series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 16 Front panel (PCV-RZ series model) 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 ...
... series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 16 Front panel (PCV-RZ series model) 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 ...
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Please refer to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 14 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk from the floppy disk drive. 15 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (2) Connections for... and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to your compatible i.LINK device for a compatible digital device. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to the documentation that came with your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required...
Please refer to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 14 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk from the floppy disk drive. 15 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (2) Connections for... and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to your compatible i.LINK device for a compatible digital device. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to the documentation that came with your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required...
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...optional). Video/S-video Out jack Connection for an audio cable (supplied). Video/S-video In jack Connection for a microphone (optional). VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 5 Monitor port* Connection for a standard display. 6 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection and ...power for a compatible digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam® camcorder. 7 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (4) Connections for compatible ...
...optional). Video/S-video Out jack Connection for an audio cable (supplied). Video/S-video In jack Connection for a microphone (optional). VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 5 Monitor port* Connection for a standard display. 6 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection and ...power for a compatible digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam® camcorder. 7 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (4) Connections for compatible ...
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This section describes the basic functions of your remote commander. The remote commander can start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. Remote control MODE III PC 1 2 3 APPLICATION MENU START CLOSE FUNCTION SIZE TV/VIDEO TITLE * The remote commander is supplied with models that are controlled with Giga Pocket features. 22 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Remote Control (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder features are equipped with the remote commander*.
This section describes the basic functions of your remote commander. The remote commander can start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. Remote control MODE III PC 1 2 3 APPLICATION MENU START CLOSE FUNCTION SIZE TV/VIDEO TITLE * The remote commander is supplied with models that are controlled with Giga Pocket features. 22 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Remote Control (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder features are equipped with the remote commander*.
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... instructions for other software.) 9 STANDBY button Press to place the system into Stand by mode. (Note: You cannot place the computer into Stand by mode when certain Giga Pocket functions are using Giga Pocket software, press to raise or lower the volume. 24 The... press to switch from 1 to 3, to hide this menu. (Note: For Giga Pocket software, the Select Video Capsules window displays. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 7 TITLE button The function of available software applications. Press again to change channels automatically (no number input required). (Note: ...
... instructions for other software.) 9 STANDBY button Press to place the system into Stand by mode. (Note: You cannot place the computer into Stand by mode when certain Giga Pocket functions are using Giga Pocket software, press to raise or lower the volume. 24 The... press to switch from 1 to 3, to hide this menu. (Note: For Giga Pocket software, the Select Video Capsules window displays. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 7 TITLE button The function of available software applications. Press again to change channels automatically (no number input required). (Note: ...
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... during DVD playback. See the DVD player software for Giga Pocket software only.) 15 PLAY STOP button Press to display Video Capsule listings. When using VAIO Media software, press to display the main menu. 17 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to display Playlists. When using SonicStage software, press to...
... during DVD playback. See the DVD player software for Giga Pocket software only.) 15 PLAY STOP button Press to display Video Capsule listings. When using VAIO Media software, press to display the main menu. 17 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to display Playlists. When using SonicStage software, press to...
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... information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to the optical and floppy disk drives. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel (PCV-RX series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 26 It also includes access to the Memory Stick media slot...
... information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to the optical and floppy disk drives. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel (PCV-RX series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 26 It also includes access to the Memory Stick media slot...
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... MONITOR 4 MONITOR 3 2 1TELEPHONE LINE 1 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 2 Keyboard port Connection for a PS/2 Keyboard. 3 Printer port Connection for supplied and optional accessories. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Back Panel (PCV-RX series model) The back panel of your...
... MONITOR 4 MONITOR 3 2 1TELEPHONE LINE 1 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 2 Keyboard port Connection for a PS/2 Keyboard. 3 Printer port Connection for supplied and optional accessories. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Back Panel (PCV-RX series model) The back panel of your...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) 1 Plug the display's cable into the monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of the display. To connect a display (PCV-RZ series model) 32
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) 1 Plug the display's cable into the monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of the display. To connect a display (PCV-RZ series model) 32
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To connect the PCVA-SP4 speakers (PCV-RZ series model) USB 4 34 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Speakers 1 Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the ...right speaker. 2 Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones jack, located on the back panel of your computer. 3 Plug the jack end (yellow) of the speaker power cable into the DC In jack (yellow) on the back of the right speaker. 4 Plug the...
To connect the PCVA-SP4 speakers (PCV-RZ series model) USB 4 34 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Speakers 1 Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the ...right speaker. 2 Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones jack, located on the back panel of your computer. 3 Plug the jack end (yellow) of the speaker power cable into the DC In jack (yellow) on the back of the right speaker. 4 Plug the...
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To connect the keyboard and mouse (PCV-RZ series model) KEYBOARD MOUSE PRINTER i.LINK S400 OPTICAL 36 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 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 on the back of the computer.
To connect the keyboard and mouse (PCV-RZ series model) KEYBOARD MOUSE PRINTER i.LINK S400 OPTICAL 36 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 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 on the back of the computer.
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To connect the power cords (PCV-RZ series model) KEYBOARD MOUSE PRINTER 38 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cords 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. 2 Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip.
To connect the power cords (PCV-RZ series model) KEYBOARD MOUSE PRINTER 38 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cords 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. 2 Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip.
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...process. If you are not able to register your computer during the first session, you may be having with your computer. ❑ Limited warranty - Communicate with additional registration opportunities later. Protect your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support - See the Warranty Card for more ..., point to Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. The Location Information window appears. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Registering your Computer Take advantage of Sony's commitment to quality customer support and receive these steps to set up your Dial-up Connection...
...process. If you are not able to register your computer during the first session, you may be having with your computer. ❑ Limited warranty - Communicate with additional registration opportunities later. Protect your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support - See the Warranty Card for more ..., point to Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. The Location Information window appears. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Registering your Computer Take advantage of Sony's commitment to quality customer support and receive these steps to set up your Dial-up Connection...
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... hold the Power button for your computer to turn off automatically-the power indicator light turns off. 4 Turn off any prompts about saving your documents. 3 Wait for more than six seconds to shut down on the first attempt. 42 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turning Off your Computer Follow these steps when you...
... hold the Power button for your computer to turn off automatically-the power indicator light turns off. 4 Turn off any prompts about saving your documents. 3 Wait for more than six seconds to shut down on the first attempt. 42 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turning Off your Computer Follow these steps when you...
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Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot your computer's hardware features and preinstalled software in the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the features or software discussed in this section, depending on how to troubleshoot some common problems. You can find more detailed information on the system configuration purchased. 43
Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot your computer's hardware features and preinstalled software in the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the features or software discussed in this section, depending on how to troubleshoot some common problems. You can find more detailed information on the system configuration purchased. 43