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Sony PCV-R536DS Online Help Center (VAIO User Manual) User Manual

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  • Page 1 VAIO Digital Studio ® Computer User Guide PCV-R532DS/PCV-R536DS/PCV-R538DS/PCV-R539DS...
  • Page 2 Owner’s Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO® Digital Studio computer. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using the VAIO Smart™ Keyboard and the Wheel Mouse ... 11 Using the Standby Function... 14 Shutting Down Your Computer ... 15 Sony Digital Media Park Applications ... 17 i.LINK (IEEE-1394) Compatibility... 18 Troubleshooting ... 19 Using the System Recovery CD(s)... 25 Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ...

  • Page 5: Welcome

    The i.LINK name and logo identify a digital interface (IEEE-1394) for high speed communication. By using your VAIO Digital Studio Computer, a camera that supports the i.LINK interface, (such as the Sony Digital ® Handycam Camcorder), the DVgate™...
  • Page 6 Keyboard: This PS/2 shortcut buttons for launching your favorite programs or accessing the Internet. Sony audio and video quality: High-fidelity positional 3D audio system (A3D™), high-powered 3D graphics (AGP), and “Sony- Tuned” MPEG digital video playback enable you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and...

  • Page 7: Unpacking Your Computer

    Unpacking Your Computer Computer and Supplied Accessories System Unit Speakers Phone Cable Keyboard Manuals Read Me First contains Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and supplementary information about your computer. It also includes information on how to contact software vendors. The V AIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide (this manual) contains features and specifications for your computer.
  • Page 8 Setting up your VAIO Digital Studio Computer (poster) Packet containing special product offers Software Library The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement, Sony end-user license agreement, and the following CDs: ® VAIO Digital Studio™ DV Tutorial Jedi Knight™: Pathways to the Force and Rogue Squadron™ 3D: Elite Missions™...

  • Page 9: Back Panel Overview

    Back Panel Overview Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer contains the connectors where you plug in supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel serve as a map to help you locate the connectors on your computer. PCV-R532DS PS-2 Mouse Keyboard...
  • Page 10 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PCV-R536DS/PCV-R538DS/PCV-R539DS PS-2 Mouse Keyboard Serial Printer/Parallel i.LINK (IEEE-1394) Games/MIDI Headphones LINE IN Microphone Monitor For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on both the front and back panels, allowing you to connect to either set of connectors. The i.LINK connector on the back of your system is a 6-pin connector.

  • Page 11: Front Panel Overview

    Front Panel Overview The front panel of your VAIO Digital Studio Computer allows for access to the diskette, DVD, and CD-RW drives (PCV-R538DS and PCV-R539DS only). It also includes USB and i.LINK ports to connect USB devices, digital equipment, or other components. CD-RW Drive (PCV-R538DS and PCV-R539DS only)

  • Page 13: Configuring Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition

    Configuring Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition Configuring Microsoft Second Edition The first time you turn on your computer, you need to complete a few steps to configure the Windows is already installed on your computer. You do not need to repeat these steps each time you turn on your computer.

  • Page 14: Registering Your Computer

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Registering Your Computer Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: Sony customer support—Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.

  • Page 15: Using The Vaio Smart™ Keyboard And The Wheel Mouse

    Using the VAIO Smart™ Keyboard and the Wheel Mouse Using the VAIO Smart Wheel Mouse Connecting the Optional Palmrest The keyboard that comes with your computer is equipped with an optional palmrest that you can attach to your keyboard. Follow these steps to connect the palmrest.
  • Page 16 Sony software will match the “UI Design Selector” window. To try another selection, click << or >>. Then, click OK. The UI Design Selector closes and the window design of your Sony software window design displays. You may use the feature with UI Design Selector-compatible software only.
  • Page 17 Using the VAIO Smart™ Keyboard and the Wheel Mouse Using the Wheel Mouse For information about the Wheel Mouse that connects to either side of your keyboard, see MouseWare Help. To access MouseWare Help, from the Start menu, point to Programs, MouseWare, and then click MouseWare Help.

  • Page 18: Using The Standby Function

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Using the Standby Function When you are done using your computer, you can put it in standby mode rather than turn it off completely. Putting the computer in standby mode allows you to return quickly to normal computer use. To put the computer in standby mode Save your work and close any applications that are running.

  • Page 19: Shutting Down Your Computer

    Shutting Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use the following procedure to shut down the computer. To avoid the potential loss of data, do not use the power switch to shut down the computer.

  • Page 21: Sony Digital Media Park Applications

    Media Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handles all common computer multimedia formats, and controls selected Sony devices. Media Bar software encompasses audio/video library cataloging and playlist management, in addition to digital video quality control and effects features. Media Bar seamlessly integrates a variety of new media formats with an easy-to-use software interface.

  • Page 22: I.link (Ieee-1394) Compatibility

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide i.LINK (IEEE-1394) Compatibility The VAIO Digital Studio computer includes i.LINK (IEEE-1394) connectors. They are located on the front and back of your system. To connect an i.LINK (IEEE-1394) device Use the symbol to locate the the i.LINK cable into this connector.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support. For more advanced troubleshooting information, see the V AIO Digital Studio Computer Reference Manual. You can download this electronic document from Sony’s website at...
  • Page 24 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide If you cannot restart as described in the preceding steps, you can restart the computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete or by pressing the power switch for more than six seconds. Pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete may result in the loss of changes made to files that are currently open.
  • Page 25 If you see video but cannot hear audio, check all of the following: Make sure the mute setting is off in your DVD player. Check the master volume setting in the audio Mixer. Check the volume settings in your computer speakers. Check the connections between your speakers and the computer.
  • Page 26 Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct. Check that the software you are using is compatible with the Sony computer modem. (All preinstalled programs are compatible.) Call the software publisher or Sony Customer Support.
  • Page 27 My microphone is too sensitive to background noise If you find there is too much background noise when you record sound, you should adjust the microphone gain by following these steps: Right-click the speaker icon (Volume) in the lower right Windows task tray.
  • Page 28 Check that the taskbar is not hidden or shrunken. Use the mouse to point to the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the screen. See the VAIO Digital Studio Computer Read Me First for additional information on using your Sony computer. KEYBOARD ® taskbar...

  • Page 29: Using The System Recovery Cd(S)

    The System Recovery CD(s) contains a backup copy of all the software originally installed on your hard disk drive. It can be used only to recover the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. The System Recovery utility gives you three options:...
  • Page 30 CD(s). Make sure you have the product ID number located on the cover of your Microsoft Windows manual. You will need this number to complete the recovery process. Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive. The System Recovery utility boots from the DVD-ROM drive. It must be in the drive when you turn on the computer.

  • Page 31: Using The Application Recovery Cd(S)

    To use the Application Recovery CD(s) Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically.

  • Page 32: About The Software On Your Computer

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide About the Software on Your Computer Your VAIO Digital Studio computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section gives you an overview of the activities you can perform with your software titles. For support information, see “For Answers to Your Software Questions”...
  • Page 33 Digital Media Park™ Sony Electronics An integrated suite of multimedia cataloging and playback programs including Media Bar, Media Library, and Media Showcase. ™...
  • Page 34 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide ™ Jedi Knight: Pathways to the Force and ™ Rogue Squadron 3D: Elite Missions LucasArts Entertainment Company Jedi Knight: Pathways to the Force comes from the Star Wars ™ Dark Forces II: Jedi Knight. Become a Jedi Knight–wield a lightsaber and master the Force.
  • Page 35 ™ PictureGear Sony Electronics This image management software displays images from your hard drive, a Sony digital still camera, or a Sony Mavica light-table format, so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder. ™...
  • Page 36 Smart Capture Sony Electronics Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart Capture manages the i.LINK connection between your computer and a Sony ® Digital Handycam Camcorder or other cameras that support the i.LINK interface.
  • Page 37 The System Recovery CD program allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased accidentally. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased.

  • Page 38: For Answers To Your Software Questions

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide For Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.
  • Page 39 ™ eMail inChorus (Softlink, Inc.) website http://www.sonk.com phone 408-970-3370 e-mail support@sonk.com ® McAfee’s VirusScan 4.03 (Network Associates, Inc.) website http://support.mcafee.com phone 408-988-3832 e-mail cybr@nai.com hours M - F, 9 AM - 5 PM CT ® Quicken Basic 99 (Intuit Inc.) website http://www.intuit.com/support/ phone...
  • Page 40 Windows 98 Second Edition Operating System, Works 4.5, Money 99 Basic, Encarta Encyclopedia 99, Internet Explorer 5, Outlook 98 (Microsoft Corporation) website http://www. sony.com/pcsupport phone 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Standard SDRAM 64 MB PC-66 SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB Video RAM Shared with system memory MPEG “Sony Tuned” MPEG Digital Video supports full-screen Graphics Intel 810 Sound Capabilities Aureal 8810 Diskette Drive 3.5” 1.44 MB FDD CD-RW Drive DVD-ROM Drive Modem K56flex technology/V.90 compatible data/fax modem...
  • Page 42 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Model PCV-R532DS Connection USB port Capabilities (Rear) PS/2 (2) VGA Monitor port Serial port Parallel (printer) Game/MIDI Headphones Line In Microphone i.LINK (6-pin) Modem line (RJ-11) Phone line (RJ-11) Supplied VAIO Smart Accessories Keyboard PS/2 Wheel Mouse Speakers (SRS- Z050V)

  • Page 43: Index

    Index accessing online support adjusting speaker volume Application Recovery CD applications launching problems with CD tray opening problems with CD-ROM drives troubleshooting cleaning mouse computer protecting your investment registering shutting down starting problems with unpacking customer assistance data preventing loss displaying the taskbar problems with displays...
  • Page 44 VAIO online registration viewing the taskbar problems with volume, adjusting warranty Wheel Mouse Window Design of Sony Software Windows 98 setting up shutting down Windows taskbar problems viewing...

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