Sony PCV-RX640 Computer User Guide (primary manual)
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Welcome 7 Locating Controls And Connectors...........9 Front Panel Overview 9 Back Panel Overview 12 VAIO Action Setup 15 Shortcut Keys 15 To Change the Sony Software Window Design........16 VAIO AV Applications 17 Overview of Preinstalled Software 18 DigitalPrint Software 21 DVgate Software - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 4
Digital Studio Computer User Guide Configuring Your VAIO Computer...........61 Hard Disk Drive Partition 61 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility 62 System, Application, And Driver Recovery CD(s 65 To Use the System Recovery CD(s 66 To Use the Application Recovery CD(s 68 To Use the Driver Recovery - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 5
Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. The information provided here is designed to help you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. 7 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 6
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system, see the Specifications sheet. Front Panel Overview The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. It also includes Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports to connect compatible peripheral devices. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 8
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Front panel DRIVE 1 Optical drive 1 See Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 10 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 9
and to the hard disk. 7 Power switch and indicator light Turns the computer on/off. The indicator light is blue while the power is on and amber when the computer is in Stand by mode. 8 Optical drive 1 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1. 9 Optical drive 2 eject button Ejects - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 10
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports on your computer. Back panel KEYBOARD MOUSE USB MONITOR PRINTER i.LINK - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 11
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 designate connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 12
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reprogram the S keys to launch other applications. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 14
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide ✍ You can also double-click the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the Windows taskbar, to launch VAIO The "UI Design Selector" window design changes. The window design for your Sony software matches the "UI Design Selector" window. 7 To try another selection, - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 15
Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased. Your computer's visual presentation of the VAIO AV applications may not appear exactly as shown in this section, depending on the specific computer model you purchased - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 16
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Overview of Preinstalled Software DigitalPrint Sony Electronics Inc. This image management software makes it fun and easy to edit, import, and organize your digital pictures in a photo album for rich digital printing to any standard color laser or inkjet - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 17
Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder that supports the i.LINK interface. It allows you to capture compressed video or still images and save them to your hard disk drive ™ Sony Electronics Inc. VisualFlow software is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 18
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and place them in handy folders for future use. 1 Click (Import) to open the PhotoCapture window. Your connected digital camera, camcorder, or Memory Stick® media is indicated in the window. ✍ Properly connect your digital camera, camcorder, or insert your Memory Stick media in your computer. 21 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 20
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PhotoCapture window 2 Click the camera icon to open the Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box. You can enter a name for a new folder or click Select Photo Folder to import your pictures to an existing folder. Click OK. Enter Photo Folder Name dialog box 22 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 21
DigitalPrint Software 3 Click Capture to capture still images. You can preview a thumbnail version of your pictures in the selection view window. Capture Pictures from Video window 4 Select the desired pictures, and click Get Pictures. The PhotoCapture picture editor window appears. 5 Click View to - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 22
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Using PhotoCollection You can select and print your favorite digital pictures, using your computer and home printer. 1 Click (Photo) to open the PhotoCollection window. A list of folders is displayed on the left side of the - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 23
All to print all pages, or click "Print the selected page only" to print a specific page of photos. Using PhotoDecor You can decorate your favorite photos with clip art, stamps, or your own drawing talent. Add, remove, and change your designs to create your own unique photo art. 1 Click (Edit) to - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 24
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Select the desired folder. From the thumbnail view, click to select the pictures you want to decorate. The PhotoDecor editing window appears. 3 Use the decoration - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 25
, click Stitch Album. See the online Help file for more details. Using LabelMaker Use LabelMaker to design original labels to personalize your media, such as Memory Stick® media, CDs, or video cassettes. 1 Click (Label) to open the Label - New Label window. Label - New Label window 27 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 26
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Click an icon to select a media type. A new window opens. 3 Click the paper layout icon. The Select Design window appears. 4 Select a design template. Use the - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 27
each audio mode you wish to use. ❑ DVgate software does not support hard disk compression. Do not use disk compression if you are planning to work with DVgate software. ❑ Title data is saved in the flash memory of a digital video camera and is not transferred to tape by DVgate software. ❑ Disable - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 28
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To use DVgate software to record AVI files to tape ✍ You can record only AVI files. MPEG files cannot be recorded. ❑ Do not use DVgate™ software when the connected digital video device is in Timer Recording mode, as this could produce a malfunction in the - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 29
MovieShaker Software MovieShaker Software MovieShaker™ software can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any previous knowledge of film editing. In a few simple steps, video files can be made from still images with added special effects and music. You can save your personal video - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 30
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Creating movies with MovieShaker software Using your imported clips, you can create a short movie using the Shake feature. The Shake feature selects clips from the - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 31
MovieShaker Software Using the Shake feature 1 Click the Shake tab. The Shake tray appears 2 Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shake pattern tray. Shake tray Shake tab Shake pattern tray Shake! button Playback buttons 3 Click the Shake! button. A 30-second movie is automatically generated. 4 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 32
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Adding effects to a scene or a clip 1 Double-click or drag the desired clip or scene to move it to the Story Board tray. 2 Click the - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 33
MovieShaker Software Adding text effects to a scene or clip 1 Double-click or drag the clip or scene to move it to the Story Board tray. 2 Click the Text button on the Editing tray. Effects Tray (Text button selected) 3 Click the Text Setting button to create customized text. The Text Setting dialog - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 34
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Saving a movie 1 Verify that the movie or clips you want to save are located on the Story Board tray. 2 Click the Export button on the - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 35
clips or video files that you want to upload to the ImageStation service, and import them to the Import Clip tray. 2 Drag users, click "Register to ImageStation." The ImageStation registration wizard appears and guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the on-screen instructions - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 36
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 6 When the ImageStation application on your computer connects to http://www.imagestation.com to view your uploaded pictures or movies. Follow the on-screen instructions to access your ImageStation account. ✍ The ImageStation Web site may ask you to complete a - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 37
PictureGear Software PictureGear Software PictureGear™ software is a digital image management application that allows you to view all the images stored in any directory on your computer. Thumbnail views provide quick reminders of your - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 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 include in - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 39
PictureGear Software 6 Click the "Customize the design" button to add pictures, frames, text, and effects. Custom Album window ✍ If you select the Custom Album process, the final album is created when you click the Finish button in the last dialog box. Custom album "Completed" window 7 Click Save to - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 40
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Smart Capture Smart Capture is a Sony application that manages the i.LINK® connection between your computer and a compatible i.LINK digital compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as an optical disc drive or hard disk drive, confirm their - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 41
and camcorders need to have a recording media inserted before an image can be displayed in the Smart Capture window. Consult the manual supplied with your digital camera or camcorder for more information. Using Still Mode 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click All Programs. 2 Select Smart - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 42
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 5 Click the Options button to view the available options for your still image capture. effects. ✍ You can use a different special effect for each picture, or you can remove all special effects by clicking the No Effects button. Effect Settings window 44 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 43
mode 1 Use your digital camera or camcorder a single image or all and the image(s) is "torn" and removed from the Still Viewer window. ❑ Upload - Send your still images and friends. The ImageStation service stores your still images online when you become a registered user. See "Using ImageStation - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 44
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide ✍ You must be connected to the Internet before attempting to then click Smart Capture. The Smart Capture main window appears. 2 Connect your compatible i.LINK digital camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable (optional). An image appears in the Smart - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 45
window appears. Use the drop-down list to view and customize the available effects. ✍ You can remove all special effects by clicking the No Effects button. To capture a movie in Net Movie mode 1 Use your digital camcorder to locate the view(s) you want to capture. When you see the desired view in - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 46
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 3 You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by - Discard any frame or the entire movie by clicking the Delete button. The frame or movie is removed from the Movie Player window. ❑ Upload - Send your movies online to the ImageStation Web site to - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 47
Viewer. The ImageStation Login window appears. ImageStation Login window 2 For first-time users, the ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the on-screen instructions. If you are already a registered member, provide your login name and password - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 48
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide view your uploaded pictures or movies. Follow the on-screen instructions to access your ImageStation account. The ImageStation Web site may full login again, if your current session is not active. ✍ Sony recommends that your movie file size not exceed 254 MB if - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 49
digital audio storage, SonicStage sports a new music visualizer, a sleek new player skin design, audio CD burning capability, and a parametric equalizer for fine-tuning audio playback. Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) Services EMD enables you to download Disc Database) Music Recognition Service - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 50
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide SonicStage feature tabs (Main window) ❑ CD tab - The contents of your inserted audio CD are displayed, enabling functions such as recording to the computer's hard disk drive. ❑ Import tab a Playlist. - Import MP3, WAV or audio files on your computer to - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 51
them to playlists in SonicStage. ✍ When you record from an audio CD from your optical disc drive for the first time, the "CD Drive Optimization" dialog box appears. Click Start to verify your optical disc drive. After the verification is performed, recording begins. 1 Insert an audio CD into your - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 52
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide CD tab window 4 You can identify specific CD Info button to ✍ The CD Info button feature is not supported for all audio CDs. 5 Click (Rec to Jukebox) to or media, see the instructions supplied with the device or media. These instructions are for using the - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 53
SonicStage Software Check-Out 1 Connect the external device or insert the media into your computer. 2 Click the Transfer tab to display the Transfer window. Your computer automatically recognizes the connected external device or media and lists the content information in a new panel on the right - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 54
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Check In ✍ The songs that you transfer to external devices or media can only be checked in to the hard drive of the same computer from which the songs were checked out. 1 Connect the external device or insert the media into your computer. 2 Click the Transfer - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 55
SonicStage Software Additional features ❑ SonicStage Tutorial - SonicStage features are described in the Tutorial. The user-friendly interface instructs you on how to use all SonicStage features. ❑ SonicStage Backup Tool - You can back up and restore music, graphics, and information data managed by - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 56
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide VisualFlow Software VisualFlow™ software is a Sony state-of-the-art multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick® media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound files stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 57
Sort section on the main toolbar to select a sorting method. 5 Placing your cursor on the left end of the main toolbar activates the current Memory Stick properties. 6 Placing your cursor on the right end of the main toolbar activates a secondary toolbar with more functions. 7 Click an image to show - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 58
plug-in to ensure compatibility with Sony digital camcorders. Installing VAIO Edit Components 1 Insert the Driver Recovery CD into your optical drive. 2 Click Start from the Windows® taskbar, select My Computer, and click your optical drive. 3 Select Support, and click VEC. 4 Double-click Setup - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 59
and D. Some Sony software applications save files to the D partition. This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition. Defragmenting your hard disk drive If you encounter frame dropping while recording digital video onto your hard disk drive, defragmentation - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 60
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility Your VAIO computer may include either 4-pin or 6-pin, or both types, of i.LINK ports. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 61
i.LINK cable connector into this port. 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the corresponding 4- or 6-pin i.LINK port on your computer. ✍ See the instructions that came with your i.LINK device for more information on installation and use. 63 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 62
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the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc. The Application Recovery CD program enables you to reinstall individual applications. Use it to restore corrupted or erased files. Driver Recovery CD Sony Electronics Inc. The Driver Recovery CD - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 64
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To Use the System Recovery CD(s) The System Recovery utility formats your hard disk drive and restores all the original software applications. Your computer is returned to the original factory settings. The System Recovery process removes all software that you - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 65
your computer. Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 4 The VAIO System Recovery Utility dialog box appears. Click Next. 5 At the pop-up prompt, select Yes to begin the system recovery process. Follow the on-screen instructions. ✍ Your system may include one - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 66
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To Use the Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual software applications if they become corrupted or are erased. Reinstalling an individual software application may correct a problem that you are - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 67
Driver Recovery CD into the optical disc drive. ✍ If your system is equipped with two optical drives, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the upper optical drive menu, click Uninstall. This removes the device driver from your system. Click OK. Repeat for each device driver as necessary. 8 Restart your - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 68
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came with my computer. See "To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)" in the online User Guide, for more information. You can access the online User Guide as follows: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide. 71 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 70
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide My drivers are corrupted or deleted. I want to recover drivers that came with my computer. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD" in the online User Guide, for more information. You can access the online User Guide support provider. Pressing and holding the power - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 71
Support. The VAIO Help and Support dialog box appears. 2 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the dialog box. 3 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on-screen instructions Sony screen - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 72
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide My optical drive tray does not open. There are two methods for opening your optical drive tray: ❑ Use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Press the Eject button on the drive. ❑ Use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 73
the Troubleshooting topic, "How do I change the video resolution of my display?" ✍ If your video card utilizes system memory, you may improve video resolution by changing your screen area to 800 x 600, using 16-bit color. See your Specifications sheet for details about your computer's video RAM. If - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 74
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide When I click an application icon, a message such as "You must insert the application CD into your drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that are located on the application's CD-ROM. Insert the disc - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 75
Troubleshooting Why is there no sound in any application? ❑ Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack. ❑ If your speakers have a mute button, verify that it is turned off. ❑ If your speakers are powered the sound drivers. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD" for more information. 77 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 76
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide My modem connection is slow. Many factors influence modem connection speed: ❑ Telephone line noise ❑ Incompatibility with other telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems. ❑ Internet Service Providers (ISP) connection capability may vary. If you - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 77
your modem is not working properly, click the Troubleshoot button. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to resolve the problem. ✍ You may need to reinstall the modem drivers. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD" for more information. How do I change my - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 78
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 3 From the close all applications, and turn off your computer. 2 Turn the mouse upside down. 3 Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that the mouse drivers. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD" for more information. 80 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 79
Troubleshooting My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand use. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar open and running. Close any applications that you are not currently using. ❑ Increasing the system memory may also help. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. 81 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 80
Digital Studio Computer User Guide How do I install a printer? ❑ If your printer has a USB, IEEE1394, or infrared connection, contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that may be required for proper installation. ❑ Check the printer manufacturer's Web site for the latest drivers - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 81
Troubleshooting To contact Sony for technical support For further technical assistance, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972) or access the Sony Computing Support Web site at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 83 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 82
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AC power cord from the wall outlet or power strip. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ Do not operate the system with the cover removed. . ❑ Do not attempt to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts in the power supply. To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 84
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Disposal of the lithium battery Dispose of the lithium battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 85
the problem. Moisture condensation If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 86
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Upgrading the computer system ❑ The upgrading procedures described in the online manual to remove. Handling a display ❑ Do not change the display refresh rate to 85 Hz, as DVD playback and the DVgate software may not function correctly. Sony recommends that - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 87
power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks damage to the disc. ❑ For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 88
common problems. (Note: The User Guide is not available in hard copy for all models.) Online (Electronic) Documentation The User Guide is available electronically on your hard drive. Two additional guides, Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer and the Troubleshooting Help - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 89
Software Updates You can download the latest software updates and software patches for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. VAIO Computer System Reference Manual This advanced reference manual supplies detailed - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 90
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of lithium battery 86 hard disk drive 89 proper handling 86 removing side cover 85 shutting down 85 startup problems 71 system response problem 72 upgrading 88 connecting cables 87 peripheral equipment 87 power cord 85 printers 82 D defragmenting hard disk drive 61 DigitalPrint software 21 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 92
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide E electronic equipment 86 Electronic Music Distribution service 51 electrostatic discharge 88 EMD service 51 encryption 51 Ethernet port 13 F Floppy disk drive 10 Front Panel 9 Full mode 57 H handling your computer 86 hard disk drive defragmenting 61 - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 93
57 transferring songs 54 Tutorial 57 Sony online service 37 Sony software changing window design 16 speakers caution 86 surge protectors 85 System Recovery CD(s) SRCDs 66 system response problem 81 T Telephone jack 13 telephone service 87 Troubleshooting 72 CD playback problems 76 CD/DVD playback - Sony PCV-RX640 | Computer User Guide (primary manual) - Page 94
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide CD-RW recording 76 changing parallel port type 73 computer stopped responding 72 DVD playback problems 75 DVD-RW recording 76 keyboard 81 microphone 79 modem 78 modem speed 78 mouse 80 operating system locks up 73 optical drive tray eject 74 printer
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