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© 1999 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval. ...
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iii Contents Welcome ............................................................................................ 1Features ............................................................................................. 1Unpacking Your Computer ............................................................
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Page 5 - Digital Media ParkTM
1 Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer. It is a high-performance multimedia computer that combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio/video and information technology convergence features. Features ❑ i.LINK ™ (IEEE-1394): Two b...
Page 6 - VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide; VAIO Smart
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 2 ❑ DVD drive: This new optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. Your 6X DVD-ROM drive plays both DVDs and CDs. ❑ CD-RW drive: This drive is the ideal solution for making backups and archiving d...
Page 7 - Unpacking Your Computer; Computer and Supplied Accessories; The Microsoft
Unpacking Your Computer 3 Unpacking Your Computer Computer and Supplied Accessories Manuals ❑ Read Me First contains Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and supplementary information about your computer. It also includes information on how to contact software vendors. ❑ The VAIO Digital Studio™ Comput...
Page 8 - Recovery CDs
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 4 Recovery CDs ❑ System Recovery CD(s) ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) Other ❑ Setting up your VAIO Digital Studio Computer (poster) ❑ Packet containing special product offers Software Library The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement...
Page 9 - Back Panel Overview
Back Panel Overview 5 Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer contains the connectors where you plug in supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel serve as a map to help you locate the connectors on your computer. ✍ For your convenience, your computer includes USB and...
Page 10 - Front Panel Overview; ports to connect USB devices, digital equipment, or other
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 6 Front Panel Overview The front panel of your VAIO Digital Studio Computer allows for access to the diskette, CD, DVD, and CD-RW drives. It also includes USB and i.LINK ™ ports to connect USB devices, digital equipment, or other components. ✍ For your conveni...
Page 11 - Configuring Windows® 98; Configuring Windows; Entering information:; You must configure Windows 98 before you can use your computer.
Configuring Windows® 98 7 Configuring Windows ® 98 The first time you turn on your computer, you need to complete a few steps to configure the Windows 98 operating system that is already installed on your computer. You do not need to repeat these steps each time you turn on your computer. The on-scr...
Page 12 - Registering Your Computer; Sony customer support
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 8 Registering Your Computer Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: ❑ Sony customer support —Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your ...
Page 13 - Using the VAIO SmartTM Keyboard and the Wheel Mouse; Using the VAIO Smart; Connecting the Optional Palmrest; Place the keyboard and palmrest upside down on a flat surface.; To remove the palmrest; Turn the keyboard and palmrest upside down.
Using the VAIO Smart™ Keyboard and the Wheel Mouse 9 Using the VAIO Smart ™ Keyboard and the Wheel Mouse Connecting the Optional Palmrest The keyboard that comes with your computer is equipped with an optional palmrest that you can attach to your keyboard. Follow these steps to connect the palmrest....
Page 14 - Changing the Function of the Programmable Buttons; Point to Programs and click VAIO Smart; Using the Wheel Mouse
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 10 Changing the Function of the Programmable Buttons The six programmable buttons along the top of the keyboard are preprogrammed to perform specific functions. You can change the function of the programmable buttons as follows: 1 Click the Start button on the...
Page 15 - Using the Standby Function; Press the; Standby Mode Indicators
Using the Standby Function 11 Using the Standby Function When you are done using your computer, you can put it in standby mode rather than turn it off completely. Putting the computer in standby mode allows you to return quickly to normal computer use. To put the computer in standby mode 1 Save your...
Page 16 - Shutting Down Your Computer; To shut down your computer; Click Shut Down to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box.; Respond to any prompts about saving documents.
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 12 Shutting Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use the following procedure to shut down the computer. To shut down your computer 1 Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar to open the Start menu...
Page 17 - Sony Digital Media Park Applications; Media Bar; connection between your computer
Sony Digital Media Park Applications 13 Sony Digital Media Park Applications Media Bar ™ Media Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handles all common computer multimedia formats, and controls selected Sony devices. Media Bar software encompasses audi...
Page 18 - Use the symbol to locate the; LINK
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 14 i.LINK™ (IEEE-1394) Compatibility The VAIO Digital Studio computer includes i.LINK (IEEE-1394) connectors. They are located on the front and back of your system. To connect an i.LINK (IEEE-1394) device ❑ Use the symbol to locate the i. LINK connector. Plug ...
Page 19 - Troubleshooting; My computer does not start
Troubleshooting 15 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. For more advanced troubleshooting information, see the VAIO Digital ...
Page 20 - Make sure the computer is turned on.; I cannot play a CD-ROM
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 16 My software program “locks up” or crashes ❑ Close the application that is currently locked up by pressing ALT+F4. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See “For Answers to Your Software Questions” on page 29 for a co...
Page 21 - Check that the speakers are plugged into the; HEADPHONES; If the speakers have a mute button, make sure it is off.
Troubleshooting 17 ❑ If you see video but cannot hear audio, check all of the following: Make sure the mute setting is off in your DVD player. Check the master volume setting in the audio Mixer. Check the volume settings in your computer speakers. Check the connections between your speakers and the ...
Page 22 - Check that the phone line is plugged into the; LINE; Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct.; My microphone does not work; Check that the microphone is plugged into the; MIC
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 18 My modem connection is slow The computer ’s modem uses K56flex™ technology/V.90. Many factors influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment (such as fax machines or other modems). If you think you...
Page 23 - Click Open Volume Controls. The Volume Control screen appears.; My mouse does not work; Check that the mouse is plugged into the; MOUSE; Remove the mouse ball cover on the back side of the mouse.
Troubleshooting 19 My microphone is too sensitive to background noise If you find there is too much background noise when you record sound, you should adjust the microphone gain by following these steps: 1 Right-click the speaker icon (Volume) in the lower right Windows task tray. 2 Click Open Volum...
Page 24 - Click the Start button to display the Start menu.; My keyboard does not work; Check that the keyboard is plugged into the; USB; Check that the taskbar is not hidden or shrunken.; See the
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 20 My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand use To set up the mouse for left-hand use: 1 Click the Start button to display the Start menu. 2 Point to Settings. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Double-click the Mouse icon. 5 Click the Buttons tab. 6 Under Buttons, sel...
Page 25 - The System Recovery utility gives you three options:; Full Restore without Format; restores all the software titles that; Full Restore with Format; formats the hard disk drive and then; Operating System Only; formats the hard disk drive and restores the
Using the System Recovery CD(s) 21 Using the System Recovery CD(s) You can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if they are corrupted or accidentally erased. You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive. If you experience a problem with your computer, reins...
Page 26 - Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer.; The recovery process takes 30 to 60 minutes to complete.
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 22 To use the System Recovery CD(s) 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. 2 Shut down your computer as described in “Shutting Down Your Computer” on page 12. 3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer. 4 Click OK to signify you hav...
Page 28 - About the Software on Your Computer; Adobe Systems Incorporated
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 24 About the Software on Your Computer Your VAIO Digital Studio computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section gives you an overview of the activities you can perform with your software titles. For supp...
Page 29 - Sony Electronics; Jedi Knight: Pathways to the Force comes from the Star Wars
About the Software on Your Computer 25 CompuServe ® 2000 CompuServe Interactive, Inc. The all new CompuServe 2000 delivers a powerful tool for Internet users who want serious and timely information, in-depth research, and professional communities backed by state-of-the-art technologies, including hi...
Page 31 - Prodigy Communications Corporation; connection between your computer and a Sony
About the Software on Your Computer 27 Prodigy Internet ™ Prodigy Communications Corporation An Internet service that helps you find what you need online faster and smarter. Prodigy delivers powerful online content, such as sports scores, stock quotes, news, and easy access to Excite™, plus a person...
Page 32 - WinFax; Symantec Corporation; About Your Recovery CDs
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 28 WinFax ® Basic Edition Symantec Corporation WinFax Basic Edition incorporates an easy-to-use interface that allows you to send and receive faxes easily. Upgrade to WinFax Pro to receive additional features. About Your Recovery CDs Application Recovery CD(s)...
Page 33 - For Answers to Your Software Questions; Sony Service Center; days a week, 24 hours a day
For Answers to Your Software Questions 29 For Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). Acrobat ® Reader, Adobe PhotoDeluxe ® Home Edition, Adobe Premiere ® LE (Adobe Systems Incorporated) America Online ® (Am...
Page 36 - Specifications; Pentium® III
VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide 32 Specifications Model PCV-R522DS PCV-R526DS PCV-R528DS Processor 466 MHz Celeron® 450 MHz Pentium® III 500 MHz Pentium® III Hard Disk Drive 10 GB 10 GB 13 GB Standard SDRAM 64 MB PC-66 SDRAM,expandableto 256 MB 128 MB PC-66 SDRAM,expandableto 256 MB 128 MB P...
Page 37 - Service
Specifications 33 Specifications are subject to change without notice. This product meets the standards of the International Energy Star Program for energy efficiency. Connection Capabilities (Rear) USB portPS/2® (2)VGA Monitor portSerial portParallel (printer)Game/MIDIHeadphonesLine InMicrophonei.L...
Page 39 - Index
35 Index A accessing online support 8 adding additional software problems with 16 adjusting speaker volume 17 Application Recovery CD 23 applications launching problems with 17 C CD tray opening problems with 16 CD-ROM drives troubleshooting 16 cleaning mouse 19 computer locking up 15 protecting you...
