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Sony PCV-RX851 Quick Start Manual

1. E VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables 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 To connect the telephone and modem cables GS s Your computer has a protective sticker es covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel Connect only 10BASE T and 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload and can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the port For help on connecting to a network see your network administrator Connecting The Power Cord s Connecting The Power Cord s 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 To connect the power cords VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 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 prompts you to restart your computer Respond to this prompt immediately Press the power switch on the computer to turn on the power 2 Press the power switch on the display to turn on the powe
2. DVD RW Laser Diode Properties 1 0 mW DVD Read Laser Output 1 5 mW CD Read 29 mW DVD Write 59 mW CD Write 650 662 nm DVD 773 797 nm CD Wave Length DVD ROM Laser Diode Properties Laser Output 0 7 mW DVD 0 4 mW CD 640 660 nm DVD Wave Length 770 810 nm CD CD RW Laser Diode Properties Laser Output 1 0 mW Read 65 0 mW Write Wave Length 773 797 nm CD ROM Laser Diode Properties Laser Output 1 0 mW Wave Length 760 810 nm D D D O D O NOTICE To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose your desktop to rain or moisture To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible To change the backup battery please contact your nearest Sony Service Center Caution The use of optical instruments with this product will increas
3. EE Z DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM BATTERY You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center n some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1 888 476 6972 in the United States or 1 800 961 7669 in Canada Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated Do not disassemble heat above 212 F 100 C or incinerate Dispose of used battery promptly Keep away from children NOTICE Ne pas manipuler les batteries au lithium qui fuient ou sont endommag es Une batterie non conforme pr sente un danger d explosion La remplacer seulement par une batterie identique ou de type quivalent recommand par le fabricant Evacuer les batteries us es selon les directives du fabricant La manutention incorrecte du module de batterie de cet appareil pr sente un risque d incendie ou de br lures chimiques Ne pas d monter incin rer ou exposer une temp rature de plus de 100 C Evacuer promptement la batterie us e Garder hors de port e des enfants VA
4. 2 Select the Turn Off option u Respond to any prompts about saving your documents 3 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically the power indicator light turns off 4 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer gt f you plan to turn off your computer for a short period of time you may want to use otand by mode instead About the power switch If your system stops responding press and hold the Power switch for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down You may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not shut down on the first attempt VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start System And Application Hecovery CD s You can restore your system individual software applications or drivers using the Recovery CDs VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Using The System Recovery CD s The System Recovery CD utility formats your hard disk drive and restores the operating system and all the original preinstalled software applications If the operating system or applications become corrupted or are erased you can restore your computer to the original factory settings The System Recovery CD can only be used to restore the hard disk drive of the Sony computer you purchased A The System Recovery process removes all software that you may have installed since you started using your computer Reinstall any applications that were not included with the computer when you
5. Point to select a file or folder or select several files or folders by holding down the CTRL key while pointing to each of the files you want Under File and Folder Tasks click Copy this file Copy this folder or Copy the selected items If the files are located in My Pictures under Picture Tasks click Copy to CD or Copy all items to CD Skip to step 6 If your files are located in My Music under Music Tasks click Copy to audio CD or Copy all items to audio CD Skip to step 6 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 5 In the Copy Items dialog box click the read write drive icon and click Copy 6 Under Other Places click My Computer and click the CD RW or DVD RW drive Windows displays the temporary area that holds the files until they are copied to the CD 7 Confirm that the files and folders you want to copy are displayed under Files Ready to Be Written to the CD 8 Click Write to CD under CD Writing Tasks The CD Writing Wizard starts 9 Follow the instructions in the wizard to complete writing the files or folders to the CD When the writing process is finished the wizard displays a check box that enables you to copy another CD To create additional copies click Yes write these files to another CD insert a blank CD R or CD RW disc and click Next Copying files to a DVD using preinstalled software If your VAIO computer is equipped with a DVD RW drive you can copy files to DVD R or DVD RW disc
6. Computer User Guide Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your system To access the online manual 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and Support menu click VAIO User Guide Specifications This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer To view this online information 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide 3 Click the Welcome link The Welcome page displays in the right side frame 4 Click the link in the text View the VAIO Computer Specifications which lists your computer s hardware configuration and preinstalled software information Microsoft Windows XP Guide Explains how to use the basic features of the latest Windows operating system Recovery CDs E System Recovery CD s Restore the software applications that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased The supplied System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of this Sony computer Application Recovery CD s Reinstalls individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased Other a E o Mi Packet containing special product offers Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement an
7. equipment and the receiver L Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected L Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment Only peripherals computer input output devices terminals printers etc that comply with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer product Operation with noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception All cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded Operation with cables connected to peripherals that are not shielded and grounded may result in interference to radio and television reception VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start FCC Part 68 This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules The FCC Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this equipment is 0 8B If requested this information must be provided to the telephone company This modem uses the USOC RJ 11 telephone jack The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line Excessive RENS on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of
8. www sony com pcsupport This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state and possible provincial tariffs Contact the state or provincial utility service commission public service commission or corporation commission for information Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 United States The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone facsimile machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual In order to program this information into your facsimile machine see your fax software documentation Telephone Consumer Guidelines Canada Please refer to your telephone directory under Privacy Issues and or Terms of Service For more detailed information please contact CRTC Terrasses de la Chaudi re Tour centrale 1 promenade du Portage 5 tage Hull PQ K1A ON2 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada
9. 3 4 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click Help and Support From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Click the Welcome link The Welcome page displays on the right Locate the link in the text View the VAIO Computer Specifications which describes your computer s hardware configuration and preinstalled software information VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Software How do I create an audio CD with preinstalled Sony software Your VAIO computer has SonicStage software preinstalled on your computer SonicStage is a digital music management software that enables you work with digital music from audio CDs and from the Internet You can play music on your computer create custom audio CDs and check music out to compatible digital music devices SonicStage software employs OpenMG copyright protection technology and advanced ATRAC3 audio file format to allow you to enjoy digital music while protecting the rights of copyright holders To access SonicStage software Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click All Programs 2 Point to SonicStage and click SonicStage 3 On the Help menu click SonicStage Help How do I use the System Restore feature in Windows XP System Restore is a feature of the Microsoft Windows XP operating system that enables you to restore your computer to a previous state if a problem occurs System Restore provides the follow
10. Computer Quick Start Why is my system running slowly Q The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that are open and running Close any applications that you are not currently using Q Increasing the system memory may also help For information on installing memory please see the online VAIO User Guide How do I change the parallel port type to ECP EPP or bi directional You can change the parallel port type using the System Setup utility CMOS Setup Utility To access System Setup 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Turn Off Computer Select Restart When the Sony screen displays press the F2 key on your keyboard Select the Advanced tab from the Setup Utility screen Select I O Device Configuration and press Enter N Bb N Use the arrow keys to highlight Parallel Port Mode and press Enter 3 You can toggle between the Normal bi directional EPP ECP and ECP EPP options using the directional arrow keys 6 Select the desired setting displays and press Enter 7 Press the F10 key to Save and Exit About VAIO Computer Functions Where can I find a listing of my computer s preinstalled hardware You can find details about the drives cards and memory modules installed on your system by viewing the online specifications sheet This online document describes the hardware configuration of your VAIO computer To access the online specifications sheet 1 2
11. J a OCOOOOCOO 1 1 j 0000000 5 i LINK PED 400 OOOOQOCO OCOOOCOO DO00000000000000 000000000000000 DO00000000000000 us PTOA O00000000000000 DO0C00000000000 O00000000000000 rers HOCO00000000000 O00000000000000 NETWORK COOGCOOOGCOOOOOO 7 Due 000 000000000 12 0 d sq 8 sal 13 Aia m 9 Yo eque m 14 15 Connection for a parallel device such as a printer or scanner ER 10 11 12 13 14 15 The speaker model supplied with your computer may vary depending on the system purchased See the online specification sheet for information on supplied accessories EN About The Back Panel Monitor port The monitor port location may vary between models Connection for a standard display i LINK 6 pin port IEEE 1394 Connection for a compatible digital device S P DIF optical out port Connection for a digital audio or optical device Universal Serial Bus 2 0 USB ports 4 Connection for compatible USB devices Microphone jack Connection for a microphone optional Headphones jack Connection for the supplied speakers or optional headphones Line In jack Connection for an audio device Monitor port The monitor port location may vary between models Connection for a standard display Telephone jack Connection for a telephone cable optional to the computer AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord Speaker DC Out jack For use
12. devices that may be connected to the line as determined by the total RENs contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area Ifthe terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required But if advance notice is not practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary The telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operations of the equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service If trouble is experienced with this modem for repair or warranty information please write to the Sony Customer Information Center 12451 Gateway Blvd Fort Myers FL 33913 or visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request that you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent For the Sony Service Center nearest you visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http
13. purchased it If you experience a problem with your computer reinstalling an individual application or device driver may correct the problem You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive Use the Application Recovery CD s to reinstall individual applications When you successfully complete your system recovery you are prompted to complete the Windows registration process System Recovery options Default System Drive Recovery Recommended All data on Drive C is deleted The factory default settings and software applications are restored on this drive only Change partition size and recover All partitions custom installations and changes are removed from the hard disk drive You can set the partition sizes for both the Drive C and Drive D The original preinstalled operating system and software applications are restored Factory Default Settings Recovery All data and partitions are removed from the hard disk drive All original factory settings operating system and preinstalled software are restored A The System Recovery utility does not back up your system s data If you wish to retain your system data perform a back up to an external media ER Using The System Recovery CD s Using the System Recovery CD s Your system may take a few minutes to load necessary files A blue screen appears during the downloading process 1 Press the disc eject button to open the optical dis
14. sound you should adjust the microphone gain by following these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices then click Sounds and Audio Devices 3 From the Audio tab locate the Sound recording section and click Volume The Recording Control dialog box appears 4 Select the Options menu and click Properties The Properties dialog box appears 5 Inthe 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 About The Mouse And Keyboard About The Mouse And Keyboard Why doesn t my mouse work properly Q Check that the mouse is plugged securely into the Mouse port Q Save and close all open applications Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer Q Ifyou are using an optical mouse use an appropriate surface to ensure optimum mouse tracking A good mouse surface requires a certain amount of detail or texture to enable mouse tracking Q Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that do not have a lot of repetitive patterning Q Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines Q There may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism To clean the mouse follow thes
15. then select Control Panel Select Appearances and Themes then select Change the screen resolution Click the Settings tab Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels Click Apply and then click OK Why doesn t my connected printer function when the computer resumes from a power saving mode Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds and then turning it back on How do install a printer Q To install your printer follow these steps 1 2 3 4 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Add a Printer From the Add Printer Wizard click Next Select Local Printer then click Next Place a check mark in the box for Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer if you are installing a recently manufactured printer with Plug and Play LLL El capability 5 Select the appropriate port usually LPT1 and then click Next 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model 7 Follow the on screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start A If your printer has a USB IEEE 1394 or infrared connection contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that may be required for proper installation Q Check the printer manufacturer s Web site for the latest drivers for your operating sys
16. 50 About The Microphone 52 About The Mouse And Keyboard 53 About Using Peripheral Equipment 55 Support Options e eee nen nnn 57 Immediate Help And Support 58 Software Help And Support 60 Contacting Sony For Help And Support 63 NOU 65 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO computer Your new high performance multimedia computer combines audio video and information technology features VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown depending on the system configuration you purchased For details on the accessories supplied with your computer see the online Specifications sheet Computer and supplied accessories System Unit Speakers PCVA SP3A with Speaker Power Cable Speakers PCVA SP3 with AC Adapter Power Cord The supplied speakers may vary depending on the VAIO computer model purchased See the online specifications sheet for details on supplied accessories Unpacking Your Computer Manuals Q VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Provides basic information on setting up and registering your computer The Quick Start also provides software support safety and legal information VAIO Digital Studio
17. 8 E Energy Star 66 Ergonomic considerations 8 Ethernet port 13 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start F FAQ Basic system functions 38 Keyboard 53 Microphone 52 Modem 50 Mouse 53 Optical Disk Drive s 46 Preinstalled software 49 Speakers 49 Using peripheral devices 55 Floppy disk drive 10 Front Panel 10 H Headphones jack 13 Help and support 57 l i LINK 4 pin port 11 6 pin port 13 Internet connecting to 24 K keyboard connecting 19 port 12 troubleshooting 54 L left hand settings for the mouse 54 Lighting workspace planning 8 Limited warranty 23 Line In jack 13 lithium battery disposal 71 safety precautions 71 M Memory Stick slot 11 Microphone jack 13 microphone background noise 52 troubleshooting 52 Microsoft Internet Explorer 61 Microsoft Windows XP 34 Modem jack 13 change to rotary dialing 51 change to touch tone dialing 51 connecting cable 20 slow connection 50 troubleshooting 50 Monitor DVI port 13 port 13 Mouse port 12 connecting 19 left hand users 54 troubleshooting 53 0 Operating system locks up 39 optical drive recording speed 48 tray eject 46 P power button 11 connecting power cord 20 switch 11 switch button 27 Printer port 12 installing 55 resuming after power save mode 55 R Recovery CDs 7 29 region codes 47 registering your computer 23 rotary dialing 51 setting up dial up connection 24 printers 55 shutting down the comp
18. IO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE NOTICE The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier Equipment malfunctions or any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment may give the telecommunications company cause to request that the user disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas CAUTION Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate ele
19. SONY VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Contents Getting Started 5 Unpacking Your Computer oooooonnnnnnnnncnnnnnoccnnnnnnnnnnnn os 6 Planning An Ergonomic Work Space 8 Locating Controls And Ports 9 About The Front Panel eed E ERES QUAS 10 About The Back Panel 12 Setting Up Your Computer 15 Connecting A Display Monitor 16 Connecting The Speakets unidad 17 Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse 19 Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables 20 Connecting The Power Cord s 2 Turning On Your Computer 22 Registering Your Computer coooocccoocccnnnnnnnnnnonoccnnnnnnns 23 Setting Up Your Dial up Connection 24 Turning Off Your Computer esses 2 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start System And Application Recovery CD S een 29 Using The System Recovery CDX s 30 Using The Application Recovery CD S 33 Troubleshooting 37 About VAIO Computer Functions 38 ADOT SOLOW ARC lande taie eme 42 About Using The Optical Disc Drive s 46 About The SD AK ES eie ort scene 49 About The Mi OGG ii edet re UE EI Ue ERE eds
20. ation Recovery CD from the optical drive click Start in the Windows taskbar and then right click My Computer A shortcut menu appears 4 Click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears 5 From the Hardware tab click the Device Manager button 6 Right click to select the unknown device or the device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu The Hardware Update Wizard appears 1 Anunknown device s is identified by a yellow question mark A device that has a driver problem is identified by a yellow exclamation mark ER Z 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Using The Application Recovery CD s Click to select the option Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Next Click to cancel the option Search removable media floppy CD ROM Select the check box for Include this location in the search and click Browse The Browse for Folder dialog box appears Navigate to the optical drive and click to select the Application Recovery CD The CD contents are displayed Click to open the drivers folder and click the folder for the device you want to reinstall Click OK to return to the Hardware Update Wizard Click Next Select the device folder and click Next The Microsoft Windows XP operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver s from the Application Recovery CD Click Finish and remove the Application Recovery CD from the opt
21. ble i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK devices to your system such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives It also includes access to the Memory Stick media slot Universal Serial Bus USB and i LINK amp ports to connect compatible peripheral devices Front panel B o N olo s a Ela le NI De 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3 5 inch floppy disk O About The Front Panel 4 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk 5 Optical drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical drives 6 Hard disk drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk 7 Power switch and power indicator Turns the computer on off The indicator
22. c drive and extend the disk tray 2 Insert the System Recovery CD CD 1 in your computer s optical drive 3 Press the disc eject button to close the optical disk drive tray The System Recovery utility starts from the optical drive The first CD must be in the drive when you turn on your computer Inserting the System Recovery CD PCV RZ series model shown f f your system is equipped with two optical drives insert the System Recovery CD into the upper optical drive VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 4 Turn off your computer 5 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer Your screen displays the downloading progress Starting VAIO Recovery Utility 6 When the VAIO System Recovery Utility dialog box appears click Next 7 The Notes on Use window appears Click Next 8 Onthe Main Menu Product Recovery window select the appropriate option to recover your system Follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process Your system may include one or more System Recovery CDs If you have more than one System Recovery CD insert the first CD to run the System Recovery program You are prompted to insert the next CD s once the information from the first CD has been installed a The recovery process takes approximately 30 to 60 minutes to complete After recovering your system using the System Recovery CD s you may be prompte
23. chines or other modems Internet Service Providers ISP connection capability may vary If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your ISP check the following Q Q Contact your telephone company and ask them to verify that your telephone line is free from line noise If your problem is fax related check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems For optimum performance verify that your ISP point of presence POP telephone number is compliant with V 90 standards If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP check that they are not experiencing technical problems Try connecting your modem through another telephone line if available Why doesn t my modem work properly Your modem may be experiencing equipment or software conflicts If your modem is not functioning properly check the following E E Check that the telephone line is plugged into the modem line jack Check that the telephone line is working properly You can verify the line by plugging in an external device such as a standard telephone or fax machine and listening for a dial tone Check that the access telephone number POP is correct All software applications that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer s modem If you have installed other software contact the software publisher for i
24. ctrical inspection authority or electrician as appropriate NOTICE This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications This is confirmed by the registration number The abbreviation IC before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met It does not imply that Industry Canada approved this equipment NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 The Ringer Equivalence Number for this equipment is 0 8B AVIS DE L INDUSTRIE CANADA AVIS L tiquette d Industrie Canada identifie le mat riel homologu Cette tiquette certifie que le mat riel est conforme aux normes de protection d exploitation et de s curit des r seaux de t l communications comme le prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences techniques relatives au mat riel terminal Le Minist re n assure toutefois pas que le mat riel fonctionnera la satisfaction de l utilisateur Avant d installer ce mat riel l utilisateur doit s assurer qu il est permis
25. d Sony end user license agreement VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Before you set up your new computer find the best location for your new computer and plan your work space There are several ergonomic factors to consider when you arrange your work space E 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 Placement of the keyboard mouse and other input devices Place your keyboard mouse and other input devices so that your arms and hands are in a relaxed comfortable position The keyboard should be directly in front of you Adjust the level of the keyboard so that your lower arms are parallel to the floor Keep your wrists in a relaxed position when you are using the keyboard not angled up or down Use the palmrest only briefly for resting Position the mouse at the same level as the keyboard Hold the mouse with a relaxed hand 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 floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit with relaxed u
26. d claration de conformit et indique que les specifications techniques d Industrie Canada ont t respect es Il n implique pas qu Industrie Canada a approuv le mat riel AVIS L indice d quivalence de la sonnerie IES assign chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui peuvent tre raccord s une interface La terminaison d une interface t l phonique peut consister en une combination de quelques dispositifs la seule condition que la somme d indices d quivalence de la sonnerie de tous les dispositifs n exc de pas 5 L indice d quivalence de la sonnerie de ce mat riel est de 0 8B 7 28722 5 7 Index A AC Input port 13 Application Recovery CD s ARCDs 33 reinstalling device drivers 34 Reinstalling software 33 ARCD driver recovery 34 audio problems 49 B Back Panel 12 background noise 52 C CD playback problems 46 tray eject 46 CD RW recording problems 48 computer lithium battery 71 Locating the Windows taskbar 39 registration 23 startup problems 38 system response problem 38 turning off 27 connecting keyboard 19 modem cable 20 Ao Kil monitor Display 16 mouse 19 power cord 20 printers 55 speakers 17 18 D Display 8 16 display DVI monitor port 13 monitor port 13 disposal of lithium battery 71 driver recovery reinstall device drivers 34 DVD playback problems 46 region code warning 47 tray eject 46 DVD RW recording problems 4
27. d to insert your Application Recovery CD s after restarting Windows Use the Application Recovery CD s to complete full restoration of your system Using The Application Recovery CD s Using The Application Recovery CD s The Application Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual software individual drivers and to repair software if they become corrupted or are erased You can reinstall a software application or driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer peripheral hardware or specific software You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility To reinstall all of the software that shipped with your computer use the System Recovery CD s Reinstalling software 1 Turn on your computer If your computer is already on save and close all open applications 2 Logon to go to the Windows desktop 3 Insert Application Recovery CD 1 into your computer s optical drive The Application Recovery utility loads automatically f f your system is equipped with two optical drives insert the Application Recovery CD into the upper optical drive 4 Click OK in the VAIO welcome window The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears 5 Double click the Software folder Icons representing preinstalled software are displayed 6 Double click the application you want to reinstall The software s instal
28. de le raccorder aux installations de l entreprise locale de t l communication Le mat riel doit galement tre install en suivant une m thode accept e de raccordement L abonn ne doit pas oublier qu il est possible que la conformit aux conditions nonc es ci dessus n emp che pas la d gradation du service dans certaines situations Les r parations de mat riel homologu doivent tre coordonn es par un repr sentant d sign par le fournisseur L entreprise de t l communications peut demander l utilisateur de d brancher un appareil la suite de r parations ou de modifications effectu es par l utilisateur ou cause de mauvais fonctionnement Pour sa propre protection l utilisateur doit s assurer que tous les fils de mise la terre de la source d nergie lectrique des lignes t l phoniques et des canalisations d eau m talliques s il y en a sont raccord s ensemble Cette pr caution est particuli rement importante dans les r gions rurales AVERTISSEMENT L utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces raccordements lui m me il doit avoir recours un service d inspection des installations lectriques ou un lectricien selon le cas AVIS Le pres nt mat riel est conforme aux sp cifications techniques d Industrie Canada applicables au mat rial terminal Cette conformit est confirm e par le num ro d enregistrement signifie que l enregistrement s est effectu conform ment une
29. des online Help that describes software s features In these Help files you can find tutorials that teach you to use the software and locate troubleshooting support should problems occur To access software Help files 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs A submenu appears listing all preinstalled software applications 2 Click the desired software application The software s main window appears 3 From the menu bar click Help The Help file appears A hard copy software manual may available for certain software applications T Youcan locate the online Help files for Sony software applications by pointing to the individual application s icon and selecting Help from the submenu A Kl VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Software Help And Support When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software check with these software publishers to access troubleshooting support from the publisher s Web site by e mail or by telephone Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software discussed in this section depending on the system configuration you purchased To view the specific preinstalled software preinstalled on your computer see the online specifications sheet Adobe Acrobat Reader Photoshop Elements Premiere LE On selected models Adobe Systems Inc Web site http www adobe com e mail techdocs adobe com phone 206 675 6126 fee bas
30. 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 or DVD media Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is in use in your optical drive s and may cause damage to the unit When I click an application icon the message You must insert the application CD into your drive appears and the software does not start A Some software applications require specific files that are located on the application s CD ROM Insert the disc and try starting the program again Q Check to make sure you inserted the CD ROM with the label side facing up Why can t play a DVD or CD media Q After inserting your optical disc wait a few seconds for it to be detected before trying to access it A Verify that the disc is in the tray with the label side facing up Q Install your CD or DVD software according to the manufacturer s instructions Q If your drive reads some DVDs or CDs but not others check the shiny side of the disc for dirt or scratches To recover the CD or DVD software applications that are preinstalled on your computer see Reinstalling software for more information About Using The Optical Disc Drive s Why isn t my DVD playing properly If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player application it ma
31. e L Out jack on the back of the right speaker 2 Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer 3 Plug the jack end yellow of the speaker power cable into the DC In jack yellow on the back of the right speaker 4 Plug the jack end black of the speaker power cable into the DC Out jack located on the back panel of your computer To connect the PCVA SP3A speakers LILI rE O LJ z IC HEADPHONES LINE IN a E VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the PCVA SP3 speakers with an AC adapter 1 Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the right speaker Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones jack 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 Keyboard and Mouse 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 To connect the keyboard and mouse OOOOOOOC S 90000000L QOO QOO QD QOO tQ 9000000000000 QuOQQO O9 9 9190 OQ 919 Kee KORG GRGP RODEO KON KG OES KORG NI RDR GREG GR GD EOD RGDR GO NON I OO O9 OO HO O6 O9 OO m E ES
32. e eye hazard As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes do not attempt to disassemble the drive cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only Danger Visible and invisible laser radiation when open Avoid direct exposure to beam For DVD RW Danger Visible and invisible laser radiation when open Avoid direct exposure to beam For CD RW Danger Invisible laser radiation when open Avoid direct exposure to beam Caution For ADSL and V 90 modem models to reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start LI Pour pr venir tout risque d incendie ou d lectrocution garder cet appareil l abri de Pour changer la pile de rechange la pluie et de l humidit veuillez contacter votre centre de L Pour pr venir tout risque d lectrocution ne service Sony le plus pr s pas ouvrir le ch ssis de cet appareil et ne confier son entretien qu une personne qualifi e Avertissement L utilisation CI Ne jamais effectuer l installation de fil d instruments optiques avec ce produit modem ou t l phone durant un orage augmente les risques pour les yeux lectrique Puisque le faisceau laser utilis dans ce L Ne jamais effectuer l installation d une prise produit est dommageable pour les yeux t l phonique dans un endroit mouill moins ne tentez pas de d sassembler le que la prise soit concue cet effet boit
33. e steps 1 2 3 Save and close all applications and turn off your computer Turn the mouse upside down Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball Turn the mouse upright and drop the mouse ball into your hand Using a piece of tape remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse ball socket Return the mouse ball to the socket and replace the mouse ball cover Secure the cover by turning the ring counter clockwise You may need to reinstall the mouse drivers See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD s for more information VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start How do I set up my mouse 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 Fromthe Buttons tab select Switch primary and secondary buttons under the Button Configuration options 4 Click Apply then click OK Why doesn t my keyboard work properly Q Check that the keyboard is securely plugged into the Keyboard port Q Save and close all open applications Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer About Using Peripheral Equipment About Using Peripheral Equipment How do I change the video resolution of my display 1 2 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and
34. eatures such as copy protection and content management technology USE OF THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT S REQUIRES AGREEMENT TO APPLICABLE END USER AGREEMENTS AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the software product s or upon certain reinstallations of the software product s or reconfigurations of the computer and may be completed by Internet or telephone toll charges may apply LLL Ki NOTICE Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions Important information for Canadian customers Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades and Internet services or offers that are available to U S customers only Sony VAIO the VAIO logo VAIO Smart Giga Pocket MovieShaker DVgate Handycam Memory Stick the Memory Stick logo SonicStage and i LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Intel Pentium and Celeron are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation Microsoft Windows the Windows logo and Windows XP are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation PS 2 is a registered trademark of the IBM Corporation All other trademarks are
35. ed support Adobe Photoshop Elements Trial Version Adobe Systems Inc Web site http www adobe com America Online America Online Inc Web site http www aol com phone 800 827 6364 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day EarthLink Total Access EarthLink Inc Web site http help earthlink net techsupport phone 800 395 8410 e mail support earthlink net hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day LE h Software Help And Support Microsoft Windows XP Internet Explorer Outlook Express Office XP On selected models Microsoft Corp Web site http www sony com pcsupport PC Cillin Antivirus Trend Micro Inc Web site http www antivirus com pc cillin support phone 510 859 0308 900 820 8324 hours M F 8 A M 5 P M Pacific time Support from 510 859 0308 is free of charge but subject to delays Support from 900 820 8324 1s fee based but offers immediate response Quicken 2002 New User Edition Intuit Inc Web site http www intuit com support phone 900 555 4932 800 644 3193 hours M F 5 A M 5 P M Pacific time Support from 900 555 4932 1s fee based Support from 800 644 3193 is automated and free of charge RecordNow DX VERITAS Software Corp Web site http www easy co jp jrndx sony Sony Software Sony Electronics Inc Web site http www sony com pcsupport VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Sony ScreenBlast ACID Sony Scr
36. eenBlast M Sound Forget Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment Web site http www sonicfoundry com support e mail support sonicfoundry com phone 900 407 6642 fee based support fax 608 256 7300 hours M F 9 A M 5 P M Central time WordPerfect Office 2002 Standard Corel Corp Web site http www corel com phone 613 274 0500 hours M F 8 30 A M 7 30 P M Eastern time Sony Service Center To locate the Sony Service Center nearest you visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Computing support is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase Contacting Sony For Help And Support Contacting Sony For Help And Support If the information provided with your VAIO computer does not provide an immediate solution or you would like to get direct support contact Sony online or by telephone Sony Computing Support Web site Online help and support are available 24 hours a day seven days a week when you visit the Sony Computing Support Web site You can access the Web site at http www sony com pcsupport The Sony Computing Support Web site provides Q Information about your specific model computer such as 1 2 3 4 hardware and software specifications upgrade and maintenance procedures safety and legal information quick solutions to common problems Q An automated tutorial library that contains interactive easy to understand lessons on using your comput
37. er s hardware and software features A Links that enable you to 1 2 3 4 quickly find the nearest Sony service center locations arrange for repairs or check repair status review warranty information e mail your question or comments to the Sony Customer Information Services Center check pricing availability and purchase Sony products accessories and parts access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base a database that contains answers to many frequently asked questions VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue you can contact a Sony Support representative directly Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center have this basic information readily available 1 VAIO computer system type Model number 2 3 Serial number 4 Operating system 5 Hardware feature or software application that has a problem See Software Help And Support for the appropriate software contact information 6 Brief description of the issue For VAIO computers purchased in the U S and Canada contact a Sony Support representative at 1 888 476 6972 The serial number is located on the back panel of your computer The serial number is on a white barcode label GE l b1 NOTICE O 2002 Sony Electronics Inc Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited All ri
38. ghts 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 SONY ELECTRONICS INC PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL THE SOFTWARE OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF Sony Electronics Inc reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States Software specifications are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions Certain product s included with this computer may include f
39. hat are currently open 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 Help and Support The VAIO Help and Support Center menu 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 to your specific situation I cannot find the Windows taskbar The Windows taskbar may be hidden or minimized Q Use the mouse to locate a hidden taskbar by pointing to the left right top and bottom edges of the screen The taskbar appears when the cursor is placed over its location 1 Right click on the taskbar and select Properties from the shortcut menu 2 Clear the check box for Auto hide the taskbar then click OK Q Use the mouse to locate a minimized taskbar by pointing to the left right top and bottom edges of the display screen The taskbar has been located when the cursor changes to a double arrow cursor Left click and drag away from the edge of the display screen The minimized taskbar resizes and becomes visible LLL EZ VAIO Digital Studio
40. ical drive Click Start in the Windows taskbar select Turn Off Computer The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears Select the Turn Off option Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer 3 Your system includes one or more Application Recovery CDs Insert Application Recovery CD 71 to start the application or driver recovery process You are prompted to insert the next CD s depending on the software application or driver you wish to restore VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems You can also find helpful information on how to use your computer s hardware features and preinstalled software Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features or preinstalled software discussed in this section depending on the system purchased VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start Q 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 Q Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive unless you are using a bootable floppy disk Q Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive unless you are using a bootable CD A Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly Q If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make su
41. ier Adressez vous un agent de LJ Ne jamais toucher un fil t l phonique service qualifi d couvert ou un terminal moins que la ligne t l phonique n ait t d branch de l interface r seau Danger Radiation laser visible et Ld Soyez tr s prudent lorsque vous installez ou invisible si ouvert vitez l exposition modifiez les lignes t l phoniques directe au faisceau Q vitez d utiliser le modem durant un orage lectrique Q utilisez le modem ni le t l phone pour Asc unc fuite gi gaz Xs E d de POE E PUE panjer m nanjaton laser visible si ouvert Evitez la fuite l exposition directe au faisceau Q L appareil doit tre le plus pr s possible d une prise murale pour en faciliter l acc s Pour les CD RW Danger Radiation laser visible et invisible si ouvert Evitez l exposition directe au faisceau Attention Pour ADSL et V 90 modele modem afin de r duire les risques d incendie n utilisez qu un cordon de communication NO 26 AWG ou plus gros For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name SONY Model No PCV 7762 Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc 680 Kinderkamack Rd Oradell NJ 07649 Address Telephone 201 930 6972 This phone number is for FCC related matters only This device com
42. ing support Q Restores your system to a previous state Q Restores without erasing your personal data files A Creates restore points daily and when software applications or utilities are installed Maintains storage of one to three weeks of past restore points Enables you to create your own custom restore points Locates the dates associated with the restore points Performs restorations that are reversible DOOCDO O Enables different types of restore points About Software Using the System Restore Wizard 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click Help and Support The VAIO Help and Support window appears Under Pick a Help topic click Performance and maintenance Under Performance and maintenance click Using System Restore to undo changes A submenu appears on the right Under Pick a task click Run the System Restore Wizard The System Restore wizard dialog box appears Follow the on screen instructions to restore your system or create a custom restore point How do copy files to a recordable CD media using Microsoft Windows XP You can copy files to CD R or CD RW discs using the installed CD RW or DVD RW drive Copying files and folders to a CD 1 Insert a blank CD R or CD RW disc into your CD RW or DVD RW drive If the CD Drive window appears click Take no action Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click My Computer Locate the files and folders you want to copy to the CD
43. lation wizard begins 7 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the application recovery process If you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD s visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft Windows XP operating system is capable of reinstalling the original factory installed device drivers without using the Application Recovery CD s 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then right click My Computer A shortcut menu appears 2 Click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears 3 From the Hardware tab click the Device Manager button 4 Right click to select the unknown device or the device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu The Hardware Update Wizard appears 5 Follow the on screen instructions to locate the device and reinstall the appropriate device driver f Windows XP does not reinstall the device driver s follow the steps in the next section to reinstall the device driver s using the Application Recovery CD s Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD s 1 Logon to go to the Windows desktop 2 Insert Application Recovery CD 1 into the optical disc drive The VAIO welcome window appears Click OK then click Quit to close the Sony Application Recovery utility 3 Without removing the Applic
44. light is blue while the power is on and amber when the computer is in Stand by mode 8 i LINK 4 pin port IEEE 1394 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 Stick media slot Reads and writes data from and to a Memory Stick media 12 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk 13 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports 4 High speed connections for compatible USB devices For your convenience your computer includes USB and i LINK ports on both the front and back panels The 4 pin LINK port is located on the front panel and the 6 pin i LINK port is located on the back VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Back Panel 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 Back panel 000000000000000000000 00 0O0000000000000000 000W0000000000000000 10 1 Mouse port MONITOR ral Connection for a PS 2 mouse 2 Keyboard port Connection for a PS 2 Keyboard 3 Printer port 1 TELEPHONE LINE KEYBOARD MOUSE gt a ver painter 4 3 Q 00000 EM 00000000 00000000
45. nformation on how to configure the software in order to recognize the modem E l1 About The Modem A Ifit appears that your modem is not functioning properly check the device status 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 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 See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD s for more information How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch Tone dialing 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Phone and Modem options 3 From the Dialing Rules tab click Edit The Edit Location dialog box appears 4 Select the Tone or Pulse option Click OK VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Microphone Why doesn t my microphone work properly Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack Why is my microphone so sensitive to background noise If you find there is too much background noise when you record
46. o the Internet The Quick Start can also provide troubleshooting support if problems occur VAIO Computer User Guide The online User Guide provides information about configuring maintaining and upgrading your computer This support resource offers a variety of available topics enabling you to quickly view specific information using the context sensitive search features To access the online User Guide 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar 2 Click Help and Support The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears 3 Click VAIO User Guide Specifications The online specifications sheet lists the hardware configuration and preinstalled software applications of your VAIO computer You can view your system s processor speed determine the amount of installed memory identify optical drive specifications and more To access the online specification sheet 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center click VAIO User Guide 3 Click Welcome from the menu displayed in the right frame 4 Locate the link in the text View the VAIO Computer Specifications which describes your computer s hardware configuration and preinstalled software information A hard copy of the VAIO Computer User Guide is provided with selected models ER 1 1 Ll 8 Immediate Help And Support Q Preinstalled software Help files Each preinstalled software application provi
47. osoft Office XP 61 Microsoft Outlook Express 61 Microsoft Windows XP OS 61 Modem 50 Mouse 53 operating system locks up 39 Optical Disk Drive s 46 optical drive tray eject 46 PC Cillin 2000 61 Playback problems 46 Preinstalled Software 49 printer installation 55 Quicken 2002 New User Edition 61 RecordNow DX 61 recover applications 46 resuming printer function 55 software audio problems 49 Software Help and Support 60 sony customer support 23 Sony ScreenBlast ACID 62 Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge 62 Sony software 61 Speakers 49 startup problems 38 support resource listing 57 system response 40 Using peripheral devices 55 WordPerfect Office 2002 62 turning off your computer 27 U Universal Serial Bus USB ports 11 V ventilation 8 Viewing angle display 8 W Windows taskbar 39 workspace planning 8 4 668 623 11 2002 Sony Electronics Inc Printed in USA
48. ow IF vau need to specify a camer code what is IE IF You dial a number to access an outside line what is it The phone system at this location uses Tone dialing O Pulse dialing 3 Enter in your information as requested Click OK The Phone and Modem Options window appears Setting Up Your Dial up Connection Phone and Modem Options window Phone and Modem Options Dialing Rules 3 3 The list below displays the locations you have specified Select the location from which you are dialing Locations Location Area Code 0 My Location NL NN 4 Click to select your dialing location and then click OK The New Connection Wizard appears VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start New Connection Wizard window Hew Connection Wizard Welcome to the New Connection Wizard This wizard helps you Connect to the Internet Connect to a private network such as your workplace network Set up a home or small office network To continue click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions to finish setting up your dial up connection Turning Off Your Computer Turning Off Your Computer Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time A To avoid loss of data do not use the Power switch to turn off the computer To turn off your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Turn Off Computer The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears
49. ox appears 3 Select the Hardware tab then select the Device Manager button to view installed drivers A dirty or damaged disc may also cause the drive to stop responding while it tries to read the disc If necessary remove the disc and check for dirt or damage To recover the CD or DVD software applications that are preinstalled on your computer see Reinstalling software for more information IA Kul VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Why doesn t my optical drive DVD RW record to CD RW media at higher speeds If you are having difficulty formatting CD RW media for recording purposes try changing the write speed to a lower setting Your media must support writing speeds at 2X or lower See the Help or documentation that came with your CD or DVD recording software application for details on adjusting the write speed settings 2 Your DVD RW drive does not support high speed writing to a CD RW media Verify that your CD RW media supports writing speeds of 2X or lower Why doesn t my optical drive CD RW record to CD RW media If you are having difficulty with the writing erasing or formatting of your CD RW media the media may not be compatible with your high speed CD RW drive Try using CD RW media that is identified as high speed 4X or higher for maximum performance and compatibility About The Speakers About The Speakers Why is there no sound in any application E E E Check that the
50. plies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Model No PCVA IMB4A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation KA NOTICE If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures L Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna L Increase the separation between the
51. pright posture avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward Viewing angle of the display Position the display 18 to 26 inches directly in front of you with the top of the screen at or a little below eye level Use the display s tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with the controls ports and jacks that may be available on your computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features and the location of the controls ports and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section To view the specific connection capabilities for your system see the online specifications sheet i LINK is a trademark of sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Please refer to the documentation that came with your compati
52. r 3 Press the power switch on the right speaker to turn on the power To turn on your computer Registering Your Computer Registering Your Computer Take advantage of Sony s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer Q Sony Customer Support Communicate with a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer Q 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 complete the registration process If you are not able to register your computer during the first session you are provided with additional registration opportunities later VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Setting 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 Connection Wizard The Location Information window appears Location Information window Location Information Before vau can make any phone or modem connections Windows needs the following information about your current location What county region are you in now United States What area code ar city cade are you in n
53. re the power strip or UPS is turned on and working Q Check that the monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on Check that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for details Q Check that the computer is not in stand by mode Why did my computer or software application stop responding You can try to locate and close the software application that has stopped responding 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 From the Applications tab locate the application that has the status message Not responding 3 Select the application that has a Not Responding status and click End Task Windows attempts to close the application If your computer does not respond or the application does not close try the following steps 1 Save any open files if possible 2 Press the Alt F4 keys The Turn Off Computer window appears 3 Click Restart ER About VAIO Computer Functions If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds If the software application continues to stop responding or causes your computer to stop responding contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider A Pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds may result in the loss of data from files t
54. s using the preinstalled RecordNow DX software To learn more about using RecordNow DX refer to the program s online Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click All Programs 2 Point to VERITAS Software point to RecordNow DX and then click RecordNow DX 3 Ifthe RecordNow DX Wizard starts click Help If the RecordNow DX Wizard does not start right away click Index on the Help menu The read write drive letter designation may vary depending your system s hardware configuration _ PB About Software Where can lI find a listing of my computer s preinstalled software titles You can find details about your computer s preinstalled software by viewing the online specifications sheet This online document describes the preinstalled software on your VAIO computer To access the online specifications sheet 1 2 3 4 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click Help and Support From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Click the Welcome link The Welcome page displays on the right Locate the link in the text View the VAIO Computer Specifications which describes your computer s hardware configuration and preinstalled software information VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Using The Optical Disc Drive s Why doesn t my optical drive tray open Use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on 2 Pressthe Eject button on the
55. 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 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 the software application you are using has its own volume control check that the volume is turned up Check the volume controls in the Windows operating system using these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Control Panel 2 Select Sounds Speech and Audio Devices then click Adjust the system volume 3 From the Volume tab adjust the 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 3 You may need to reinstall the sound drivers See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD s for more information VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Modem Why is my modem connection slow Many factors influence modem connection speed a a Telephone line noise Incompatibility with other telephone equipment such as fax ma
56. tem before proceeding with installation Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems 5 f the printer is not included in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with a Windows XP Printer driver choose Have Disk enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with the printer choose an alternate printer driver that your printer may emulate Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information SUPPORT OPTIONS Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support for your VAIO computer This section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Immediate Help And Support You can locate helpful information immediately by consulting your hard copy guides and supplements or by accessing the online Computer User Guide and the individual software Help files Your computer is supplied with these support options VAIO Computer Quick Start The Quick Start contains information on how to set up your computer quickly and easily You can find instructions on how to plan an ergonomic work space connect power cords cables and peripheral devices register your computer with Sony and establish a dial up connection t
57. trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start As an ENERGY STAR amp OWNER S RECORD Partner Sony Corporation has determined that this The model number and serial number are located on product meets the ENERGY STAR either the front or back panel of your Sony VAIO computer Record the model and serial number in the space provided here and keep in a secure location Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center guidelines for energy efficiency The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers Model Number I and other office equipment The program backs the development and dissemination of products with Serial Number Lo functions that effectively reduce energy consumption It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily The targeted products are office equipment such as computers displays printers facsimiles and copiers Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations ENERGY STAR is a U S registered trademark of the Environmental Protection Agency Safety Information and Caution Your computer s installed optical drives may vary depending on the system configuration you have purchased See the Specifications sheet for details on your installed optical drives
58. uter 27 Software audio problems 49 CD playback problems 46 Locating Help files 59 recovering applications 46 stopped responding 38 software recovery ARCDs 33 Sony Customer Information Services Center 64 Sony Service Center 62 Sony Support Web site 63 speakers 17 18 Support Options 57 61 Adobe Acrobat Reader 60 a Index Adobe Photoshop Elements 60 Adobe Premiere LE 60 America Online 60 Earthlink Total Access 60 Microsoft Office XP 61 Microsoft Outlook Express 61 operating system 61 PC Cillin 2000 61 Preinstalled software Help files 59 Quicken 2002 New User Edition 61 RecordNow DX 61 Software Help and Support 60 Sony ScreenBlast ACID 62 Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge 62 Sony software 61 Specifications 58 VAIO Computer Quick Start 58 VAIO Computer User Guide 58 WordPerfect Office 2002 62 System Recovery CD s Change partition size and recover 30 Default System Drive Recovery 30 Factory Default Settings Recovery 30 SRCDs 30 System Recovery options 30 system response problem 40 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start T Telephone jack 13 touch tone dialing 51 Troubleshoot Adobe Acrobat Reader 60 Adobe Photoshop Elements 60 Adobe Premiere LE 60 America Online 60 Basic system functions 38 CD playback problems 46 CD RW recording 48 computer stopped responding 38 DVD playback problems 47 DVD RW recording 48 EarthLinkTotal Access 60 Keyboard 53 Microphone 52 Microsoft Internet Explorer 61 Micr
59. with PCVA SP3A speakers Connection for the speaker power cable Ethernet port Connection for a ITOBASE T 100BASE TX Ethernet The port marked with 3 Network is for LAN connections only Monitor DVI port DVI port is not available on all models Connection for a DVI monitor Modem line jack Connection for the supplied modem cable to the wall jack VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features therefore some instructions may not apply to your specific computer The location of the controls ports and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section See the online specifications sheet for your system s configuration VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting A Display Monitor 1 Plug the display cable into the monitor port 2 Ifnecessary plug the display cable into the rear of the display To connect a display LUS EC gt Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency Your computer may have an available DVI monitor port for use with a DVI monitor Do not attempt to connect a standard VGA monitor to the DVI monitor port Connecting The Speakers Connecting The Speakers Connecting the PCVA SP3A speakers with a speaker power cable 1 Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into th
60. y 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 Unless a 1 or ALL appears on the DVD or on its packaging you cannot play the disc on this system If you hear audio but cannot see video your computer s video resolution may be set too high To improve video resolution verify that your screen area is set to 1024 x 768 using 32 bit color preset factory default To verify or change your video resolution 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then select Control Panel 2 Select Appearances and Themes then select Change the screen resolution 3 Click the Settings tab and change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels 4 Click Apply then click OK If you see video but cannot hear audio O Verify that your DVD player s mute feature is turned off Check the master volume setting in the Audio Mixer Check the volume settings on your computer speakers Check the connections between your speakers and the computer Coo vo Verify that drivers are installed properly by following these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and then click Systems The System Properties dialog b

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