Sony Countertop Computer - Manual

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 6 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 s...

Unpacking Your Computer 9 Unpacking Your Computer Computer and supplied accessories 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™ Comput...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 10 ❑ Information About DVD Recording — (For models equipped with a DVD-RW drive) Contains information designed to help you become familiar with your DVD-RW drive and the DVD recording software applications included with your computer. ❑ Safety Information — Contains sa...

To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer 11 To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer. Planning your workspace ❑ Stable work surface — Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other periph...

13 Setting Up Your 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 may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in this section. See...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 14 Connecting the speakers 1 Plug the cable attached to the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the right speaker. 2 Plug the cable attached to the right speaker into the Headphones jack. 3 Plug the jack end of the AC adapter cord into the DC In jack on the...

Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 15 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 PRINTER i.LINK S400 KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 16 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 Your computer has a protective ...

Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 17 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 PRINTER HEADPHONES L I N E I N USB NETWOR...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 18 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 compute...

To Register Your Computer 19 To Register Your Computer Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support — Communicate with a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your com...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 20 To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection The first time you turn your computer on, follow these steps to set up your dial-up connection: 1 Click Start from the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, point to Communications, and then click New Conn...

To Set Up Power Management Modes 23 To Set Up Power Management Modes When you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, you can set your system to automatically enter a power management mode. Your computer may have difficulty resuming from a power-saving mode, if the power scheme ...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 24 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 in Hiberna...

To Shut Down Your Computer 25 To Shut Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use this procedure. 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 ...

25 About The Software On Your 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 Adobe® Acrobat Reader®Adobe Systems ...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 26 America Online ® America Online, Inc.America Online is a popular Internet online service. Stay in touch with family and friends with easy-to-use e-mail. Manage your personal finances, get the latest news and sports scores, and chat with thousands of others who share...

About The Software On Your Computer 27 EarthLink™ Network Total AccessEarthLink 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 M...

About The Software On Your Computer 29 PC-Cillin® 2000Trend Micro, Inc.PC-Cillin provides portable, easy-to-use, real-time antivirus security at your computer’s entry point (beaming, synchronization, Internet access) to defend against potential threats hidden inside files, e-mail, or on the Web. Pic...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 32 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. Support for preinstalled software...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 34 Quicken® 2002 Basic (Intuit, Inc.) RealPlayer®, RealJukebox (RealNetworks, Inc.) RecordNow™ DX (VERITAS Software Corp.) * Telephone support is provided by Sony. Sony Applications (Sony Electronics Inc.) * Support from 888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days afte...

35 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...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 38 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, then...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 40 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 and tr...

Troubleshooting 41 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 by batteries, verify that the batteries are inserted properly and that they...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 42 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 think ...

Troubleshooting 43 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and then select Phone and Modem Options. 3 From the Modems tab, click to select your modem. 4 Click Properties. The Modem Properties window appears. 5 Review the information in the Device status section. If your modem is not working properly, cl...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 44 4 Select the Options menu and click Properties. The Properties dialog box appears. 5 In the section, “Adjust volume for,” select the Recording option. Click OK. 6 From the Recording Control dialog box, decrease the microphone volume level by moving the slider bar do...

Troubleshooting 45 My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand use. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. 3 From the Buttons tab, select “Switch primary and secondary buttons” unde...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 46 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 fo...

Troubleshooting 47 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.

Notes on Use 49 Notes on Use The information in this section provides basic procedures to follow when handling your computer, components, and accessories. The power source ❑ Your computer operates on 100–120 V AC 50/60 Hz only. ❑ Plug all the power cords for your computer and its peripheral equipmen...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 50 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 ...

Notes on Use 51 ❑ Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, keyboard, or mouse, shut down your computer and then unplug it. You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. ❑ The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause ...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 52 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 elect...

Notes on Use 53 Using the hard disk drive ❑ Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration 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...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 54 Resources Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: VAIO QuickStart The QuickStart contains information on how ...

Resources 55 Sony Fax-on-Demand This service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions. You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics. Select the topics that you want to view. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). (Re...

59 Index AAdobe Acrobat Reader 27Adobe Photoshop Elements 27Adobe Premiere LE 27air circulation 52America Online 28audio problems 43 Ccaution lithium battery 52speakers 52 CD playback problems 40, 42tray eject 40 CD-RW recording problems 42 computer adjusting voltage settings 51changing parallel por...

VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 62 Microsoft Word 30MovieShaker 30PC-Cillin 2000 31PictureGear 31preinstalled 27Quicken 2002 31RealJukebox 31RealPlayer 32RecordNow DX 31recovering applications 37Smart Capture 32SonicStage 32Sony on Yahoo! 33stopped responding 38VisualFlow 33WordPerfect 33 SonicStage ...