Sony VAIO Digital Studio PCV-RX470DS Quick Start Manual
Sony VAIO Digital Studio PCV-RX470DS Quick Start Manual

Sony VAIO Digital Studio PCV-RX470DS Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 ™ VAIO Digital Studio Computer QuickStart PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS...
  • Page 3 ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 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.
  • Page 4 Internet. ❑ Sony audio and video quality — Take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software with Sony’s high-fidelity audio system, high-powered 3D graphics, and “Sony-Tuned” MPEG digital video playback.
  • Page 5: Unpacking Your Computer

    Unpacking Your Computer Unpacking Your Computer Computer and Supplied Accessories Computer and accessories (PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS) Display (Sold separately) System Unit Speakers Power Cord Modem Cable i.LINK Cable Keyboard AC Adapter (Speaker) Mouse Manuals ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ QuickStart — Contains information on unpacking and setting up your computer, supplementary updates, and software information.
  • Page 6: Recovery Cds

    System Recovery CD(s) — Enables you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. SRCDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. ❑...
  • Page 7: Setting Up Your Computer

    Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer This section illustrates how to set up and install your computer and peripheral devices. Connecting a CRT Display (PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS) Plug the display cable into the MONITOR port. If necessary, plug the display cord into the rear of the display. Connecting a CRT display (PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS) ✍...
  • Page 8 If necessary, plug the display cord into the rear of the display. ✍ You can use the optional Sony LCD monitor (PCVA-15XD2) with this computer. See the manual that came with your LCD monitor for more information on installation and use.
  • Page 9 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting the Speakers Plug the cable attached to the left speaker into the L OUT jack on the back of the right speaker. Plug the cable attached to the right speaker into the HEADPHONES jack. Plug the jack end of the speaker power 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.
  • Page 10 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer QuickStart Connecting the keyboard and mouse Plug the keyboard cable into the PS/2® KEYBOARD port on the back of the computer. Plug the mouse cable into the MOUSE port. Connecting the keyboard and mouse (PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS) KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK LINK SERIAL...
  • Page 11 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting the modem cable and power cords Unplug your phone from the wall jack, and plug it into the TELEPHONE jack on the computer. Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the LINE jack on the computer, and then plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack.
  • Page 12 When you start your system for the first time, your computer may redetect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you to restart your computer. Please respond to this request immediately. Turning on your computer (PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS) ✍ You may sign up for Internet access with a Sony preferred Internet service provider.
  • Page 13: Registering Your Computer

    From the Buttons tab, select Left-Handed under the Button Configuration options. Click Apply and then click OK. 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 14: Shutting Down Your Computer

    ✍ You may sign up for Internet access with a Sony-preferred Internet service provider. Shutting Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use this procedure.
  • Page 15: Using The Standby Function

    Using the Standby Function Using the Standby Function When you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, you can put it in standby mode instead of turning it off completely. Putting the computer in standby mode saves energy and provides a quick return to normal computer use.
  • Page 16 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer QuickStart Click My Computer on your desktop. Click Control Panel. Click Power Options. On the Power Schemes tab, select an option in the Power schemes drop-down list. Choose settings for the power scheme you have selected. ✍...
  • Page 17: About The Software On Your Computer

    About the Software on Your Computer About the Software on Your Computer ® Your VAIO computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides an overview of the software titles included with your computer. ®...
  • Page 18 CD-RW drive into the perfect desktop storage device. ™ DVgate Sony Electronics, Inc. Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK® port and capture your own video clips and still images. You can edit clips from your video, add new clips, and combine clips into new movie segments.
  • Page 19 MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics, Inc. Sony’s original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that have transitions, background music, and text. Just import your video clips and “shake” with a click of the mouse. Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to share with family and friends.
  • Page 20 This image management software displays images from your hard drive, a Sony digital still camera, or a Sony Mavica® camera. The images appear in a convenient light-table format, so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder.
  • Page 21 Internet. RealPlayer is your gateway to a superb Internet multimedia experience. Smart Capture Sony Electronics, Inc. By managing the i.LINK connection between your computer and a compatible digital camera with an i.LINK interface, Smart Capture enables you to capture and compress video or still images that you can save or share via e-mail.
  • Page 22 VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics, Inc. VisualFlow software is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound files stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow software not only plays a selected movie or sound file, but also enables playback of files by other applications like PictureGear, Memory Stick Slideshow and Windows Explorer.
  • Page 24 4-655-701-01 © 2001 Sony Electronics, Inc. Printed in USA...

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