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    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide
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    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........14 VAIO AV Applications 15 Overview of Preinstalled Software 16 DigitalPrint Software 19 DVgate Software
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    Digital Studio Computer User Guide Configuring Your VAIO Computer...........59 Hard Disk Drive Partition 59 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility 60 System, Application, And Driver Recovery CD(s 63 To Use the System Recovery CD(s 64 To Use the Application Recovery CD(s 66 To Use the Driver Recovery
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    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. 5
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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. 1 Optical drive 1 See Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See Specifications sheet
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    the power is on and amber when the computer is in Stand by mode. 8 i.LINK 4-pin port (IEEE1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. 9 Optical drive 1 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1. 10 Optical drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2. 11 Memory
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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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    modem cable to the wall jack. 13 AC Input port 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 that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary
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    VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required
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    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,
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    . ✍ 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
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    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
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    your notebook and a 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 or share via e-mail. A smart solution for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. SonicStage™ (On
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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. 19
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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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    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 see an enlarged version
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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 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 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
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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
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    , 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 25
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 Click an icon to select a media type. A new window opens. 3 A new window 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
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    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
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    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
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    files can be made from still images with added special effects and music. You can save your personal video creation in a format that is compatible with most computers. MovieShaker main window Import clip tray Shake tab/tray Edit tab/tray Capture tab/tray Working panel Effect tray Story Board
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Creating movies with MovieShaker software Using your imported clips, are added to the Import clip tray. 4 Repeat this process to gather each of the images and video and sound clips you want to use in your movie. ✍ You can delete a clip from the Import clip
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    . 5 If you are a registered member, provide your login name and password. For first-time users, click "Register to ImageStation." The ImageStation registration 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, .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
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    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 pictures. Use PictureGear software to brighten, add contrast,
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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
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    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
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    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 camera or camcorder. You can capture and enhance video or still images to share with your family and friends over the
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    system with an i.LINK cable and turn it on, an image appears in the main window. Some cameras 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 digital camera or camcorder to your computer
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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
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    To capture a picture in Still mode 1 Use your digital camera or camcorder to locate the image you want 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." ❑ Mail
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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 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
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 3 You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by Web site to share with your family and friends. The ImageStation service stores your movies online when you become a registered user. See "Using ImageStation with Smart Capture software." ❑ Mail -
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    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
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 3 From the Still Viewer window, click the Upload button to Web site may ask you to complete a full login again, if your current session is not active. ✍ Sony recommends that your movie file size not exceed 254 MB if compressed, or 2 GB if not compressed. Large
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    of Sony's copyright-protected ATRAC3™ format for high-quality 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
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    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
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    your computer, enabling 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 system's optical disc drive. 2 Click the CD
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide CD tab window 4 You can identify specific tracks on your CD by clearing the check marks on using your external devices or media, see the instructions supplied with the device or media. These instructions are for using the Check-In/Check-Out "1-step"
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    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
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    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
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    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
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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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    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
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    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
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    a compatible i.LINK® device. Hard Disk Drive Partition To maintain optimum system performance, you should defragment your computer's D partition regularly. To improve the performance of Sony audio and video software applications, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two
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    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,
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    the i.LINK port on your compatible i.LINK device and on your computer. Plug the 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
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    And Driver Recovery CD(s) System Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc. The System Recovery CD utility enables you to restore the operating system and software that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you
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    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
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    equipped with two optical drives, insert the System Recovery CD into the upper optical drive. 2 Turn off your computer. 3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer. Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 4 The VAIO System Recovery Utility dialog box appears
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    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
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    to run the Driver Recovery CD utility. Reinstalling device drivers with the Driver Recovery CD 1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the optical disc drive. ✍ If your system is equipped
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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. 69
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    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 as follows: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar
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    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 according
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    Device volume by moving the slider bar to the desired sound level. Verify that 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. 75
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    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
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    Review the information in the Device status section. If 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 record sound, you should
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 3 From the Audio tab, locate the Sound recording section and click the Volume button. The Recording Control dialog box appears. ring counter-clockwise. ✍ You may need to reinstall the mouse drivers. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD" for more information. 78
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    slowly? ❑ The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that are 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. 79
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    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
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    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. 81
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    . ❑ 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. To avoid personal injury or damage
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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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    . 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 Center. 85
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Upgrading the computer system ❑ The upgrading procedures described in the online manual, assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying
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    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 the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources. Handling CD or DVD
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    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
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    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 technical information about your computer's hardware. This document is
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    upgrading 86 connecting cables 85 peripheral equipment 85 power cord 83 printers 80 D defragmenting hard disk drive 59 DigitalPrint software 19 LabelMaker 25 PhotoAlbum 24 PhotoCapture 19 PhotoCollection 22 PhotoDecor 23 disconnecting power cords 83 display port 11 refresh rate 86 Driver Recovery CD
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide E electronic equipment 84 Electronic Music Distribution service 49 electrostatic discharge 86 EMD service 49 encryption 49 Ethernet port 11 F Floppy disk drive 8 Front Panel 7 Full mode 55 H handling your computer 84 hard disk drive defragmenting 59
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    49 Simple mode 55 transferring songs 52 Tutorial 55 Sony online service 35 Sony software changing window design 14 speakers caution 84 surge protectors 83 System Recovery CD(s) SRCDs 64 system response problem 79 T Telephone jack 11 telephone service 85 Troubleshooting 70 CD playback problems 74 93
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide CD/DVD playback problems 72 CD-RW recording 74 changing parallel port type 71 computer stopped responding 70 DVD playback problems 73 DVD-RW recording 74 keyboard 79 microphone 77 modem 76 modem speed 76 mouse 78 operating system locks up 71 optical drive tray
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