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    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer QuickStart
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    Location for Your Computer....11 Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 13 To Set Up Your Computer 13 To Turn on Your Computer 18 To Register Your Computer 19 To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection 20 To Set Up Power Management Modes 23 To Shut Down Your Computer 25 About The Software
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 4
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    Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and information technology features. Features ✍ Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section. To
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart DVD-ROM drive (not available on all models) This optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. Your DVD-ROM drive plays both DVDs and CDs. CD-RW drive (not available on all models) This drive is the ideal
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    services to browse the Internet, access e-mail, send faxes, and much more. Exceptional performance Your computer includes an Intel® processor, a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet interface, and a V.90 data/fax modem.* * Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 8
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    ) Modem Cable Keyboard Power Cord Mouse Manuals ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer QuickStart - Contains information on unpacking and setting up your computer, supplementary updates, support information, and software information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide - Contains information on
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    modem with Sony VAIO computers. ❑ Specifications - Contains information on the hardware and physical configurations of your VAIO computer. ❑ Microsoft® Windows® XP Guide - Contains information on how to use the basic features of the Windows® operating system. Recovery CDs ❑ System Recovery CD
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    , and use your whole arm to move it. Take breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick may strain muscles or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 12
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    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Your computer has many new and exciting features. This section contains information on setting up your computer and peripheral devices. To Set Up Your Computer Your computer your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency. 13
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Connecting the speakers 1 Plug the cable attached to the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back the back of the right speaker and plug the other end into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. Connecting the speakers i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN MIC 14
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    Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Connecting the keyboard and mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the Keyboard port on the back of the computer. 2 Plug the mouse cable into the Mouse port. Connecting the keyboard and mouse KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 15
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Connecting the modem cable 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack. 2 Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the Modem line jack on the computer, and then plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack. Connecting the modem cable 4 MONITOR 3 2 1 LINE TELEPHONE
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    Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Connecting the power cords 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. 2 Plug both the display and power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. Connecting the power cords KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart To Turn on Your Computer Turning on your computer 1 Press the power switch on the computer to turn on the power. 2 Press the power switch on the display to turn on the power. 3 Press the power switch on the right speaker to turn on the power. Turning on your computer ✍
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    with a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer. ❑ Limited warranty - Protect your investment. See the Warranty Card for more details. ✍ You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow the on-screen instructions to
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection The first time you turn your computer on, follow these steps to set up your dialup connection: 1 Click Start from the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, point to
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    To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection 3 Enter in your information as requested. Click OK. The Phone and Modem Options window appears. Phone and Modem Options window 21
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 4 Click to select your dialing location and then click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears. New Connection Wizard window 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting up your dial-up connection. 22
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    your system to automatically enter a power management mode. Your computer may have difficulty resuming from a power-saving mode, if the power scheme is not set up correctly. Setting up your system's power management Sony recommends following these steps for optimum power management: 1 Click Start in
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Stand by mode indicators You can identify power management mode the computer is in by the color of the power indicator light . Color Mode Amber Computer is in Stand by mode. Blue Computer is in Normal mode, ready to use. No color Computer is turned off or
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    time, use this procedure. To avoid loss of data, do not use the Power switch to turn off the computer. Turning off your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 2 Select the Turn Off option. ✍ Respond to any prompts about
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 26
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    Computer Your VAIO® computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides an overview of the software titles preinstalled on your computer. Overview of Software Applications ✍ Your computer may not be supplied working with digital and
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart America Online® America Online, Inc. America Online is a popular Internet online service your audio CDs. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. Connect a digital video camera recorder to the hard drive. You can combine your favorite AVI, MPEG and digital stills to create professional, high
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    About The Software On Your Computer EarthLink™ Network Total Access EarthLink Network Inc. An Internet Service Provider that supplies access, information, and assistance to its customers, introducing them to the Internet. Member benefits include e-mail, newsgroups, a Personal Start Page, a free 6 MB
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    VAIO Digital Studio you to continually integrate additional services into Office and access information With Microsoft Office XP you'll find a powerful new technology that will help you get international users, making it easy to create multilingual documents. MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. Sony's
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    Pocket equipped computer is available on your home network, you can use Giga Pocket Server to watch TV and use the Giga Pocket Server's TV programming and recording functions. PictureGear™ Sony Electronics Inc. This image management software displays images from your hard drive, a Sony digital still
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    connection between 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
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    Computer SonicStage™ Premium (On selected models) Sony Electronics Inc. SonicStage Premium software is a special jukebox application that supports high quality digital audio playback and recording from the NetMD™, FM Tuner, and DVD-RW devices in your VAIO® MX Desktop PC PictureGear™, Memory Stick
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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
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    selected models), Outlook® Express, Word (On selected models) (Microsoft Corporation) Web site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport phone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972)* hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of pur- chase
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Quicken® 2002 Basic (Intuit, Inc.) Web site and online support phone hours http://www.intuit.com/support 900-555-4688 7 days a week, 24 hours a day RealPlayer®, RealJukebox (RealNetworks, Inc.) Web site e-mail http://service.real.com/rjoptions.html http://service
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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 My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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, then
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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 QuickStart 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 manufacturer's instructions. ❑ If your drive reads
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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 QuickStart When I click an application icon, a message such as "You must insert the application CD into your drive" appears and the software is my computer operating improperly after downloading the CD-burning component of RealJukebox® software? If you choose to download and use
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    wall outlet or power strip. ❑ If your speakers have volume control, check the volume level. ❑ You cannot hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. ❑ If . ✍ You may need to reinstall the sound drivers. See "To Use the Driver Recovery CD" for more information. 41
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer's modem.
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    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
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    VAIO Digital Studio : 1 Save and close all applications, and turn off your computer. 2 Turn the mouse upside down. 3 Remove the mouse replace the mouse ball cover. Secure the cover by turning the ring counter-clockwise. ✍ You may need to reinstall the mouse drivers. See "To Use the Driver Recovery
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    Troubleshooting My mouse needs and close all open applications. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. I cannot find the Windows® taskbar. The system memory may also help. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. 45
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 for
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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. 47
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    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 to your equipment, refer the repair or replacement of the power supply to qualified personnel only. 49
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 Factory
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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. 51
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Upgrading the computer system ❑ The upgrading procedures described in the online manual, assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers the DVgate software may not function correctly. Sony recommends that you keep your display at the
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    or shock. ❑ Do not move the computer during operation. ❑ Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature. ❑ 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 the floppy disk
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    drive. Two additional guides, Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Digital Studio 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. Software application manuals
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    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 technical
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    C caution lithium battery 52 speakers 52 CD playback problems 40, 42 tray eject 40 CD-RW recording problems 42 computer adjusting voltage settings 51 changing parallel port type 39 condensation 53 dispose of lithium battery 52 hard disk drive 55 proper handling 52 registration 19 removing side cover
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    VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart E Earthlink Network Total Access 29 electronic equipment 52 electrostatic discharge 54 Ergonomic considerations 11 G Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder 29 H handling your computer 52 hard disk drive using 55 hardware cooling the heat sink 51 I i.LINK interface 6
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    52 printers 48 shutting down computer 25, 51 slot cover 54 Smart Capture 32 Software Adobe Acrobat Reader 27 Adobe Photoshop Elements 27 Adobe Premiere LE 27 America Online 28 audio problems 43 CD playback problems 42 DigitalPrint 28 driver recovery 38 DVDit! for VAIO 28 DVgate 28 EarthLink Network
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    audio problems 43 Sony customer support 19 startup problems 37 system response 47 Topics 37 turning off your computer 25, 51 turning on your computer 18 TV interference 53 U Uninterruptible Power Supply 51 upgrading your computer 54 UPS 51 V VAIO Action Setup 33 VAIO AV Applications 5 VAIO Smart
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    Index W WordPerfect 33 workspace planning 11 63
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    4-662-117-11 © 2002 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in USA
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