VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer QuickStart
Contents Welcome.................................................................5 Features.....................................................................................5 Unpacking Your Computer ....................................................9 To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer....11 Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer............................13 To Set Up Your Computer ....................................................13 To Turn on Your Computer ...................
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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 view the specific hardware configuration for your system, see the Specifications sheet.
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 solution for making backups and archiving data, with the ability to store up to 650 MB of removable, rewritable storage on a single rewritable CD.
Welcome Sony audio and video quality Take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software with the Sony high-fidelity audio system, high-powered 3-D graphics, and “Sony-Tuned” MPEG digital video playback. Microsoft Windows XP operating system Your system includes this latest consumer operating system from Microsoft®. Preinstalled software All the software on your computer is preinstalled, configured, and ready for you to use right out of the box.
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Unpacking Your Computer Unpacking Your Computer Computer and supplied accessories Display (Sold separately) System Unit Speakers Power Cord Modem Cable Mouse AC Adapter (Speaker) Keyboard 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 QuickStart ❑ Information About DVD Recording — (For models equipped with a DVDRW 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 safety and legal information about your VAIO computer. ❑ Home Networking Solutions — (For models equipped with a HomePNA modem) Contains information on using an installed HomePNA modem with Sony VAIO computers.
To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer 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 peripheral equipment. ❑ Ventilation — Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides of your computer to enable proper ventilation.
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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 the Specifications sheet for your system's configuration. Connecting a display (monitor) 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of the display.
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 back of the right speaker and plug the other end into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. Connecting the speakers i.
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.
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 Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel. Connect only 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet port.
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.
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 ✍ When you start your system for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you to restart your computer. Please respond to this request immediately.
To Register Your Computer 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 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.
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 Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. The Location Information window appears.
To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection 3 Enter in your information as requested. Click OK. The Phone and Modem Options window appears.
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 22 Follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting up your dial-up connection.
To Set Up Power Management Modes 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 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 the Windows® taskbar and select Control Panel.
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 in Hibernate mode.
To Shut Down Your Computer To Shut Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of 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 saving your documents.
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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 ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased. Adobe® Acrobat Reader® Adobe Systems Inc.
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 your interests. ArcSoft PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro ArcSoft Inc.
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 Web site, a member magazine, and 24-hour technical support. Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder (On selected models) Sony Electronics Inc.
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Microsoft Office XP Professional (On selected models) Microsoft Corp. Microsoft Office XP redefines the relationship between people and software by providing a smarter, simpler way of working. New Office XP features include context-sensitive smart tags, enhanced formatting options, and more, that enable you to continually integrate additional services into Office and access information anytime. Microsoft Office XP Small Business Edition (On selected models) Microsoft Corp.
About The Software On Your Computer PC-Cillin® 2000 Trend 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. PicoPlayer™ Sony Electronics Inc.
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart RealPlayer® RealNetworks Inc. RealPlayer is a high-quality streaming media player that supports many digital media formats. The user-friendly interface has enhanced navigation capabilities, allowing you to access and enjoy audio and video programming over the Internet. RealPlayer is your gateway to a superb Internet multimedia experience. RecordNow™ DX (On selected models) VERITAS Software Corp.
About The Software On Your 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. Recording from external analog and digital audio devices, such as CD players and MiniDisc players, is also supported.
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 with all of the software applications listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased.
For Answers to Your Software Questions DVDit!™ for VAIO (On selected models) (Sonic Solutions) Web site http://www.dvdit.com Online Support http://www.dvdit.com/support phone 877-DVD-1124* e-mail support@dvdit.com hours M - F, 9 AM - 6 PM PST * Telephone support is fee-based per incident and available only within the U.S. and Canada. Online support is free of charge. EarthLink™ Network Total Access (EarthLink Network Inc.) Web site http://help.earthlink.
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Quicken® 2002 Basic (Intuit, Inc.) Web site and online support http://www.intuit.com/support phone 900-555-4688 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day RealPlayer®, RealJukebox (RealNetworks, Inc.) Web site http://service.real.com/rjoptions.html e-mail http://service.real.com/help/call.html RecordNow™ DX (VERITAS Software Corp.) Web site http://support.veritas.com phone 800-326-9551* * Telephone support is provided by Sony. Sony Applications (Sony Electronics Inc.
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 source and that it is turned on. Check that the power light is lit on the front panel of the computer. ❑ Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk).
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 click VAIO Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide. My computer or software application stopped responding.
Troubleshooting Why does the Windows® operating system stop responding during shutdown? The Windows operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select 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.
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 icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. 2 Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon. 3 Select Eject from the shortcut menu. ✍ Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD media.
Troubleshooting I cannot play a DVD. If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player application, it may be that the region code of the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the region code setting of your optical drive. A region code is listed on the disc packaging. Region code indicators such as “1” or “ALL” are labeled on some DVDs to indicate the type of player that can play the disc.
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 does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that are located on the application’s CD-ROM. Insert the disc and try starting the program again. ❑ Check to make sure you inserted the CD-ROM with the label side facing up.
Troubleshooting 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 are charged. ❑ If your speakers use an external power source, verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip.
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 Providers (ISP) connection capability may vary.
Troubleshooting 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, 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.
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 down. 7 Close the Recording Control dialog box and then close the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window. My mouse does not work. ❑ Check that the mouse is plugged securely into the Mouse port.
Troubleshooting 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” under the Button Configuration options. 4 Click Apply, then click OK. My keyboard does not work. ❑ Check that the keyboard is securely plugged into the Keyboard port. ❑ Save and close all open applications.
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 your operating system before proceeding with installation. Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems.
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.
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Notes on Use 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 equipment into the same AC supply line. AC derived from different supply lines may result in voltage differences that can cause unstable operation or unwanted weak currents at the time of connection.
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 Service Center. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries. The lithium battery may explode if mistreated.
Notes on Use ❑ 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 interference to radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set.
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 and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment.
Notes on Use 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 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.
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 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 to set up your computer quickly and easily. VAIO Computer User Guide The User Guide contains information on how to get the most from your computer, find help, and solve common problems.
Resources 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). (Requires a fax machine or fax software.
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Index A Adobe Acrobat Reader 27 Adobe Photoshop Elements 27 Adobe Premiere LE 27 air circulation 52 America Online 28 audio problems 43 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 51 setting up 13 shutting down 51 startup problems 37 system response prob
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.
Index P parallel port changing type 39 party lines 53 PBX 53 PC-Cillin 2000 31 PictureGear 31 power connecting power cord 16 cord 51 disconnecting power cord 51 fluctuations or loss 51 source 51 source, precautions 51 switch/button 25 Power Saving Mode 23 Power saving mode indicators 24 precautions on power source 51 preinstalled software 27 printer installing 48 Q Quicken 2002 31 R radio interference 53 RealJukebox 31 RealPlayer 32 RecordNow DX 31 recovering drivers 38 Recovery CDs 10 region codes 41 regi
VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Microsoft Word 30 MovieShaker 30 PC-Cillin 2000 31 PictureGear 31 preinstalled 27 Quicken 2002 31 RealJukebox 31 RealPlayer 32 RecordNow DX 31 recovering applications 37 Smart Capture 32 SonicStage 32 Sony on Yahoo! 33 stopped responding 38 VisualFlow 33 WordPerfect 33 SonicStage 32 Sony customer support 19 Sony on Yahoo! 33 speakers 14 caution 52 starting your computer 18 surge protectors 51 system response problem 47 T telephone service 53 Troubleshooting 38 CD playback pro
Index W WordPerfect 33 workspace planning 11 63
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