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... by the terms of a separate user license agreement. PS/2 is prohibited. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are subject to change without written permission is a... or used outside the United States. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. 2 SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part, may require prior arrangements with this manual or the information contained herein...
... by the terms of a separate user license agreement. PS/2 is prohibited. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are subject to change without written permission is a... or used outside the United States. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. 2 SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part, may require prior arrangements with this manual or the information contained herein...
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... business proprietors can participate voluntarily. It is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. The program backs the development and dissemination of the Environmental Protection Agency. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are located on the...
... business proprietors can participate voluntarily. It is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. The program backs the development and dissemination of the Environmental Protection Agency. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are located on the...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Using the Sound Blaster Audigy ES Sound Card 39 Installing Sound Blaster Audigy Software 40 About Creative Software Programs 42 Troubleshooting 45 Support Options 49 Immediate Help and Support 49 Resources for Additional Help and Support 50 12
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Using the Sound Blaster Audigy ES Sound Card 39 Installing Sound Blaster Audigy Software 40 About Creative Software Programs 42 Troubleshooting 45 Support Options 49 Immediate Help and Support 49 Resources for Additional Help and Support 50 12
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Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of a Sony VAIO® computer! Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. 13
Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of a Sony VAIO® computer! Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. 13
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Provides basic information on the system configuration you purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. For details on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all of the accessories shown...
Provides basic information on the system configuration you purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. For details on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all of the accessories shown...
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... information on the preinstalled software programs on the applications included with the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program that recovers your Computer Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - It also includes information on your system, how to http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. ❑ VAIO Software - For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1 Click Start...
... information on the preinstalled software programs on the applications included with the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program that recovers your Computer Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - It also includes information on your system, how to http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. ❑ VAIO Software - For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1 Click Start...
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System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to drives, media slots, ports and jacks. Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for details. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 18
System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to drives, media slots, ports and jacks. Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for details. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 18
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...operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 20 Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to a Memory Stick® media. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 16 SmartMedia™ media slot Reads and writes data from and to SmartMedia cards. 17 Memory Stick media...is amber when reading or writing data to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The access indicator is a trademark of Sony used only to a Memory Stick media. 18 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (3) Connections for information on the software applications, operating...
...operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 20 Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to a Memory Stick® media. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 16 SmartMedia™ media slot Reads and writes data from and to SmartMedia cards. 17 Memory Stick media...is amber when reading or writing data to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The access indicator is a trademark of Sony used only to a Memory Stick media. 18 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (3) Connections for information on the software applications, operating...
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... or optional headphones. See the specifications sheet for information on your computer's hardware configuration † Certain VAIO computer models are supplied with (Network) is available on selected models. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel device, such... as a printer or scanner. 5 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection and power for a compatible digital device, such as a Sony Digital Handycam® ...
... or optional headphones. See the specifications sheet for information on your computer's hardware configuration † Certain VAIO computer models are supplied with (Network) is available on selected models. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel device, such... as a printer or scanner. 5 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection and power for a compatible digital device, such as a Sony Digital Handycam® ...
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About the Sub-Woofer About the Sub-Woofer Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a sub-woofer unit to a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. 23 Rotate the knob counter-clockwise to turn on . 4 Speaker jack ...Connection for the speaker cable (RCA plug). 5 Sub-woofer unit cable Connects the sub-woofer unit to the computer's Line Out jack. 6 AC power cord Connects the sub-woofer unit to enhance the system's sound capability. Control the volume by rotating the knob until...
About the Sub-Woofer About the Sub-Woofer Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a sub-woofer unit to a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. 23 Rotate the knob counter-clockwise to turn on . 4 Speaker jack ...Connection for the speaker cable (RCA plug). 5 Sub-woofer unit cable Connects the sub-woofer unit to the computer's Line Out jack. 6 AC power cord Connects the sub-woofer unit to enhance the system's sound capability. Control the volume by rotating the knob until...
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... functions. Mute Press to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with each function key may vary between software programs. Volume Control Press a button to turn off the sound. VAIO Keyboard Function (-) Volume (+) Volume Mute Standby Number Lock Caps...
... functions. Mute Press to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with each function key may vary between software programs. Volume Control Press a button to turn off the sound. VAIO Keyboard Function (-) Volume (+) Volume Mute Standby Number Lock Caps...
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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 MONITOR 28
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 MONITOR 28
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Speakers and Sub-woofer Unit 1 Plug the cable attached to sub-woofer R-speaker L-speaker Speaker power cable (yellow plug) L-speaker cable 30 To connect the computer and speakers Speaker power cable (black plug) System unit Connect to the back of the left speaker into the L Out... of the right speaker. 3 Insert the black plug of the speaker power cable into the DC Out jack located on the back panel of your computer.
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Speakers and Sub-woofer Unit 1 Plug the cable attached to sub-woofer R-speaker L-speaker Speaker power cable (yellow plug) L-speaker cable 30 To connect the computer and speakers Speaker power cable (black plug) System unit Connect to the back of the left speaker into the L Out... of the right speaker. 3 Insert the black plug of the speaker power cable into the DC Out jack located on the back panel of your computer.
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 5 Insert the RCA plug of the sub-woofer unit's cable into the Line Out jack, located on the back panel of your computer. 6 Plug the sub-woofer unit's power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. To connect the sub-woofer to the computer System unit Sub-woofer unit AC Power (wall outlet) 32
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 5 Insert the RCA plug of the sub-woofer unit's cable into the Line Out jack, located on the back panel of your computer. 6 Plug the sub-woofer unit's power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. To connect the sub-woofer to the computer System unit Sub-woofer unit AC Power (wall outlet) 32
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... covering the Ethernet port located on connecting to the Ethernet port. Connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-TX cables to a network, see your computer. 3 Plug the other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or ...fire in the Ethernet port. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem cables 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack and plug it into the telephone jack,...
... covering the Ethernet port located on connecting to the Ethernet port. Connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-TX cables to a network, see your computer. 3 Plug the other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or ...fire in the Ethernet port. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem cables 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack and plug it into the telephone jack,...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turning On your Computer When you start your system for more details. ✍ You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Respond to this prompt immediately. 1 Press the power switch on the computer...switch on the right speaker to turn on your computer Registering your Computer Take advantage of Sony's commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer. ❑ Limited warranty - Protect your computer. If you are provided with additional registration opportunities ...
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turning On your Computer When you start your system for more details. ✍ You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Respond to this prompt immediately. 1 Press the power switch on the computer...switch on the right speaker to turn on your computer Registering your Computer Take advantage of Sony's commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer. ❑ Limited warranty - Protect your computer. If you are provided with additional registration opportunities ...
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Using the Sound Blaster Audigy ES Sound Card Congratulations! You can begin enjoying cinema-quality sound immediately, as your sound card and drivers are preinstalled in your new VAIO® computer. 39 You've purchased the Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card that delivers Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround sound.
Using the Sound Blaster Audigy ES Sound Card Congratulations! You can begin enjoying cinema-quality sound immediately, as your sound card and drivers are preinstalled in your new VAIO® computer. 39 You've purchased the Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card that delivers Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround sound.
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If it does not start automatically, follow these instructions to restart your computer. ✍ If you perform a hard drive recovery using the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility, you cannot reinstall the Sound Blaster software programs using the Sound Blaster Audigy CD. 40 See the section, "About Creative ... programs as desired. You can install any open audio card software programs. 2 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Control Panel. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Installing Sound Blaster Audigy Software Install the software programs provided on this companion CD.
If it does not start automatically, follow these instructions to restart your computer. ✍ If you perform a hard drive recovery using the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility, you cannot reinstall the Sound Blaster software programs using the Sound Blaster Audigy CD. 40 See the section, "About Creative ... programs as desired. You can install any open audio card software programs. 2 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Control Panel. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Installing Sound Blaster Audigy Software Install the software programs provided on this companion CD.
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... Experience - Test your Sound Blaster Audigy card for audio devices, and record sounds or music from various input sources or select audio effects. 42 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Creative Software Programs The Creative CD contains many tasks by simply selecting a feature. ❑ Sound Blaster Audigy Quick Start - The Quick...
... Experience - Test your Sound Blaster Audigy card for audio devices, and record sounds or music from various input sources or select audio effects. 42 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Creative Software Programs The Creative CD contains many tasks by simply selecting a feature. ❑ Sound Blaster Audigy Quick Start - The Quick...
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...are using a bootable floppy disk). ❑ Confirm that a CD is not in stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with your system has a built-in monitor, confirm that it is turned on . You can also find helpful information on how to.... ❑ Verify that the power indicator is plugged into a power source and turned on the system configuration purchased. My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on . ❑ Verify that the brightness or...
...are using a bootable floppy disk). ❑ Confirm that a CD is not in stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with your system has a built-in monitor, confirm that it is turned on . You can also find helpful information on how to.... ❑ Verify that the power indicator is plugged into a power source and turned on the system configuration purchased. My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on . ❑ Verify that the brightness or...