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    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide
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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
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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
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    Digital Studio Computer User Guide 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
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    Front Panel Overview The front panel of your VAIO Computer allows 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 designate that a product contains an
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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
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    all models) Reads and writes data from and to a Memory Stick 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
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    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 and jacks on your computer. ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of the features
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    Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (2) Connection for compatible USB devices. 5 Printer supplied speakers or optional headphones. 9 Line In jack Connection for an audio supplied power cord. 14 Telephone jack Connection for a phone cable (optional) to the computer. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used
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    VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys Demo You can 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 may vary, depending
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    Studio Computer User Guide Changing the settings 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 Windows taskbar, to launch VAIO Action Setup
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    will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 7 To try another selection, click >, then click Apply. 8 When you have made your selection, click OK. The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays. ✍ You may only use this feature with compatible UI Design Selector
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    is preconfigured with a collection of audio and video (AV) applications that make it easy to use advanced multimedia technology. This section describes the VAIO® AV applications. ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed, depending on the system configuration
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    Visualizer, a sleek new player skin design, audio CD burning capability, and a parametric equalizer for finetuning audio playback. VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics Inc. VisualFlow software is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick® media. It displays any still
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    . You can select your favorite pictures 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
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    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 20
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    Pictures from Video window 4 Select the desired pictures and click the Get Pictures button. The PhotoCapture picture editor window appears. 5 Click the View button to see an enlarged version of a selected picture. You can use (Rotate) to change the position of a selected picture. Use the Delete
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    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 available Folders is displayed on the left side of the window, with the folder
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    Printer and Paper selection window DigitalPrint Software 6 Click Print All to begin printing 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,
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    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 features on the right side of the window by clicking on the desired decoration icon and then
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    on stitching your album, 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
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    appears, enabling you to list the contents of your audio or video media. You can create a song or video list, depending on the type of media label being created. Design Edit window 5 Click Print to complete the label making process. Use the configuration buttons and drop-down lists to select the
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    tape. Perform a separate capture for 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
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    AVI files that use different audio modes, they cannot be recorded at the same time, but must be recorded separately. ❑ DVgate software features do not support working with AVI files that are smaller than 4 MB. ❑ DVgate software does not support hard disk compression. ❑ Video and audio data are not
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    DVgate Software 4 Double-click Premiere Plug-in, and then double-click to open the 6.0 folder. 5 Double-click Setup.exe and the Run window appears. Click OK. 6 From the installation wizard, follow the on-screen instructions to install the plug-in. 29
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 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 video creation in a format that is compatible with most computers. MovieShaker main window
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    in length, may cause the MovieShaker software to stop responding. To use the Shake feature 1 Click the Shake tab. The Shake panel appears 2 Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shake pattern tray. Shake tray window Shake tab Shake pattern tray Shake! button Playback buttons 3 Click the Shake!
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    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 buttons. ✍ Scenes created with the Shake feature begin with a black screen in the Shake tray window. Your scenes appear during
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    working panel. 5 Click the Play button on the Edit tray to preview the text effect. The clip displays the text effect in the Effect tray window. ✍ From the working panel, you can eliminate a text effect by dragging it from the Effect palette to the trash icon. See the online Help file
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To save a movie 1 Verify that the movie or clips want the movie to be saved. ✍ You can click on each export format to view its description and use. Export window 4 Click Next. 5 Locate the folder to which you want the file saved and name your file before
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    using MovieShaker and ImageStation applications. To upload MovieShaker files 1 Locate the clips or video files that you want to upload to the ImageStation service wizard appears and guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the on-screen instructions. ImageStation Login window 35
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 6 When the ImageStation application on your computer connects with ImageStation online, your files are uploaded to the Web site. The Image Uploader window appears and displays the Internet connection and upload status. Image Uploader window 7 Go to http://www.
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    , screen savers, wallpaper, still pictures from MPEG, and HTML photo albums. PictureGear main window Managing your pictures Use the Collection feature to manage your pictures. 1 Click the Folder tab in the main window and browse to locate your pictures. 2 Select the pictures you want to include in
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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 include in your album. PIctureGear Album Maker dialog box 3 From the Utilities menu,
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    PictureGear Software 6 Click the "Customize the design" button to add pictures, frames, text, and effects. Custom Album dialog box ✍ 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" dialog box 7 Click
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Smart Capture Software Smart Capture is a Sony application that manages the i.LINK® connection between your computer and a compatible i.LINK digital camera or camcorder. You can capture and enhance video or still images to share with your family and friends
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    effects that you can apply to your pictures or video clips. The Smart Capture main window opens with a blue screen image, indicating that there Capture window. Consult the manual supplied with your digital camera or camcorder for more information. Using Still Mode 1 Click Start in the Windows®
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 5 Click the Options button to view the available options for your still image capture. The Still Image Options window appears. Still Image Options window The Still Image Options window has four tabs: ❑ Capturing Mode - You can choose between Normal, Self-timer
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    torn" and removed from the Still Viewer window. ❑ Upload - Send your still images online to the ImageStation Web site to share with your family and friends. The ImageStation service stores your still images online when you become a registered user. See "Using ImageStation with Smart Capture software
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide ✍ You must be connected to the Internet before attempting to upload or e-mail your still images or videos. Using Net Movie Mode 1 From the Start button in the Windows taskbar, select All Programs, select Smart Capture, and then click Smart Capture. The Smart
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    - Select a file destination for your movies when recording video clips. ❑ Capture Button - Set the characteristics of the Click the Effects button to select a special image effect. The Effect Settings window appears. Use the drop-down list to view and customize the available effects. ✍ You
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 3 You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by using the play, pause, and stop share with family and friends. The ImageStation service requires an Internet connection and registration for the Web-based service. You must be connected to the Internet
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    Upload button in Still 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
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 3 From the Still Viewer window, click the Upload button to transfer your pictures or movies to the ImageStation Web site. The Image Uploader window Follow the on-screen instructions to access your session is not active. ✍ Sony recommends that your movie file
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    while maintaining copyright information. When you record from an audio CD using SonicStage, the audio file is encoded in ATRAC3 format onto your computer's hard drive. Downloading digital audio files from Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services enables the imported data to be played on your
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Starting SonicStage 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then click All Programs. 2 Select SonicStage and then click SonicStage. ✍ The CDDB® (Compact Disc Database) Music Recognition Service registration wizard enables you to register with CDDB. You need
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    SonicStage main window 1 3 SonicStage Software 2 Playlist view 4 56 7 1 Feature tabs 5 Tutorial Changes the the folders available on your computer, enabling you to locate your audio files. Expand the views for the file list or Playlist drop-down using the Playlist switch button. 51
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    the verification is performed, recording begins. 1 Insert an audio CD into your system's optical disc drive. 2 Click the CD tab. 3 Use the drop-down lists to select the ATRAC3 bit rate, CD drive, and Record To destination. CD tab window 4 You can identify specific tracks on your CD by clearing the
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    File tree view of the Playlist window. Transferring songs (Check-In/Check-Out) You can transfer songs between the playlists in the SonicStage software and external devices or media. For more information on using your external devices or media, see the instructions supplied with the device or media
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide information in a new panel on the right side of the Transfer window. 3 Select the song to be checked in from the song displayed during the Check In process. For more information about using SonicStage software, go to the online SonicStage Help. You can access
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    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 SonicStage. You must be connected to the Internet to use the SonicStage Backup Tool. ❑ Import audio files in various
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    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.
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    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 toolbar appears at the bottom of the window. Any associated application can be activated from this point. 57
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    VAIO partition regularly. To improve the performance of Sony audio and video software applications, the hard disk drive video onto your hard disk drive, defragmentation may be necessary. 1 Deactivate your screen saver and close other open applications, if applicable. 2 Click Start in the Windows
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    10V to 12V. A 4-pin i.LINK port cannot supply power to a connected device. The total power supplied by the 6-pin i.LINK port cannot exceed 6 watts. The following Sony i.LINK 400 Mbps cables are available and recommended for use with your computer: VMC-IL4415, VMC-IL4435, VMC-IL4615, VMC-IL4635
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    Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below. Enabling the Ethernet connection 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel Connect only 10Base-T and 100Base-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current
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    application or device driver may correct the problem.You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive. ✍ Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall individual applications. When you use the System Recovery CD(s), you are prompted to complete the Windows registration process
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Full restore with format The System Recovery utility formats your hard disk drive and then restores all the original software applications. You will lose any software you have installed and any other files you have created since you started to use instructions
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    the System Recovery CD(s). You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility. If you have any questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit www.sony.com/ pcsupport, or contact Sony Customer Support at 1-888-4-SONY-PC. Using the Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Turn on your
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To Use the Driver Recovery CD The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual drivers and repair software applications if they become corrupted or are erased. You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are
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    Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support. Topics Topic: My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Topic: My computer or software application stopped responding. You can try to locate and close the software application that has stopped responding. 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 From the Applications tab, locate
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    VAIO Help and 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 onscreen instructions
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Topic: My optical drive tray does not open. 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 according to the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ If your drive
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    ?" ✍ If your computer's video memory is 11 MB shared 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 you see video but cannot hear audio, check all of the
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    for creating a CD-R or CD-RW, Sony recommends using the SonicStage software application to create CDs. SonicStage software is preinstalled on your computer. Topic: How do I change the video resolution of my display? 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then select Control Panel. 2 Select
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    the Mute option is not selected. ❑ Check that the Mute check box is not selected in the Windows volume control. ✍ You may need to reinstall the sound drivers. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD" for more information. Topic: My modem connection is slow. Many factors influence modem connection speed
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your troubleshoot button. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. 6 Follow the onscreen instructions to resolve the problem. ✍ You may need to reinstall the modem drivers. See "To Use the Driver
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    box, decrease the microphone volume level by moving the slider bar down. 7 Close the Recording Control dialog box and then close the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window. Topic: My mouse does not work. ❑ Check that the mouse is plugged securely into the Mouse port. ❑ Save and close all open
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 5 Using a piece of tape, remove any dust or dirt on the need to reinstall the mouse drivers. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD" for more information. Topic: My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand use. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control
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    currently using. ❑ Increasing the system memory may also help. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Topic: How do I install a printer? ❑ If your printer has a USB, IEEE1394, or infrared connection, contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode. Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds, and then turning it back on. To contact Sony for technical support For further
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    using the computer for a long time. ❑ Before touching anything inside the computer, turn the system off and let it cool for ten minutes. This will ensure that the processor heat sink will not be hot. ❑ Do not attempt to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts in the power supply
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    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
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    an hour before turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. Upgrading the computer system ❑ The procedures described in the online manual, Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer, assume familiarity with the general
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    Digital Studio Computer User Guide ❑ Disconnect the system from its power source and from any telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the system or follow any of the procedures described in the online manual, Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer. Failure
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    Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of to the disc. ❑ For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out. ❑ If the disc
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    Computer User Guide For Answers to Your Software Questions This section provides support information for your computer's preinstalled software applications. Check this support listing to locate information from the Internet, by e-mail, or by telephone. ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all
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    .real.com/rjoptions.html http://service.real.com/help/call.html Sony Applications (Sony Electronics Inc.) Web site (Online Support) phone hours http://www.sony.com/pcsupport 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972)* 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days
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    Guide WordPerfect® (On selected models) (Corel Corporation) Web site phone hours http://www.corel.com/support/product_specific/wp9.htm 716-871-2325* M - F, 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM CT * Support from 1-716-871-2325 is fee-based. The on-line support is free of charge. Sony Service Center For the Sony
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    drive. Two additional guides, Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer and the Troubleshooting Help are also available online. To access online documentation: 1. Click Start and point to VAIO Help and Support Center. 2. Click on the VAIO User Guide. Most manuals for preinstalled software are
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    battery 80 hard disk drive 83 proper handling 80 removing side cover 79 shutting down 79 startup problems 67 system response problem 68 upgrading 81 connecting cables 81 peripheral equipment 81 power cord 79 printers 77 CRT display port 11 D defragmenting hard disk drive 59 DigitalPrint software 19
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer QuickStart DVD-RW recording problems 72 DVgate software 27 Adobe Premiere plug-in 28 AVI files 28 using a digital video device 27 E electronic equipment 80 Electronic Music Distribution 49 electrostatic discharge 82 encryption 49 Ethernet connecting 61 port 11 F Floppy
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    mode 55 Skins 55 slot cover 82 Software audio problems 72 CD playback problems 71 driver recovery 67 recovering applications 67 stopped responding 68 SonicStage software 49 Backup Tool 55 Electronic Music Distribution service 49 importing audio files 55 Main Features 50 managing imported songs
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    77 recover applications 67 software audio problems 72 startup problems 67 system response 77 Topics 67 turning off your computer 79 TV interference 81 U Uninterruptible Power Supply 79 Universal Serial Bus ports 9 upgrading your computer 81 UPS 79 USB port 9 92 V VAIO Action Setup 13 ventilation 80
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