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Sony VAIO Digital Studio PCV-RX470DS User Manual

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  • Page 1 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 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 increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this...
  • Page 5 N0. 26 AWG ou plus gros. For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada. Sony Customer Support can be reached at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
  • Page 6 Change to Current Document Title Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-RX470DS PCV-RX480DS Responsible Sony Electronics Inc. Party: Address: 680 Kinderkamack Rd Oradell, NJ 07649 Telephone: 201-930-6972 This phone number is for FCC-related matters only. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 7 Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company.
  • Page 8 Change to Current Document Title DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM BATTERY You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.
  • Page 9 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.
  • Page 10 Change to Current Document Title Avertissement: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir recours à un service d’inspection des installations électriques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas. AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné...

  • Page 11: Choosing An Ergonomic Location For Your Computer

    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. This User Guide contains information about the applications included with your system, contact information for software vendors, and the specifications for your computer.
  • Page 12 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide 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.

  • Page 13: Front Panel Overview

    ✍ 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 14 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Front panel (PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS) DVD-ROM drive Reads data from a DVD or CD. CD-RW drive Reads data from a CD and writes data to a CD-R or CD-RW disc. Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. Floppy disk drive access indicator light Lights in green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk.
  • Page 15 DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive access indicator light Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical drives. Hard disk drive access indicator light Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk. Power switch and indicator light Turns on/off the computer.

  • Page 16: Back Panel Overview

    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview 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 on your computer. Back panel (PCV-RX470DS/PCV-RX480DS) KEYBOARD MOUSE SERIAL i.LINK...
  • Page 17 Connection for a phone cable to the computer. ✍ 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 18 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide...

  • Page 19: Vaio Action Setup

    All six buttons are reprogrammable. ✍ 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 20: Presetting I.link® Devices

    DVgate™ applications or connecting two VAIO computers. ✍ 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 21: Changing The Window Design Of Sony Software

    The “UI Design Selector” window design changes. The window design for your Sony software will match the “UI Design Selector” window. To try another selection, click << or >> and then click OK. The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays. ✍...
  • Page 22 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide The default wallpaper setting for your system consists of three different wallpaper images. The image changes three times daily, based on your local computer time. A new background design appears at: ❑ 0300 ❑ 1100 ❑...

  • Page 23: Vaio® Av Applications

    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 24 DVgate. ✍ 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 25: Importing Images And Sound Clips

    MovieShaker™ This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any knowledge of film editing. In a few simple steps, motion pictures can be combined with special effects, still images, and music files, and then saved in a format compatible with most computers.

  • Page 26: Create A Movie Using Shaker

    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Create a Movie using Shaker After adding clip(s) to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the Shaker feature. Shaker randomly selects clips from the Clip tray to create a 30-second scene. Click the Shaker tab.

  • Page 27: Editing Clips And Scenes

    Editing Clips and Scenes You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the length of clips. Working Panel Monitor Trim Palette Play Effect Knobs Adding effects to a scene or a clip Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel.

  • Page 28: Saving A Movie

    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Saving a Movie Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for more details on saving movies. Click Export. Select the format in which you want the document to be saved. Click Next.

  • Page 29: Managing Your Pictures

    PictureGear™ PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to see all the images stored in any directory on your computer. Thumbnail views provide quick reminders of your pictures. Brighten, contrast, enhance, resize, crop, and color-correct your pictures. Create panoramic views, animations, screen savers, wallpaper, still pictures from MPEG, and even HTML photo albums.

  • Page 30: Using Panorama Maker

    Gather the source images into the same folder or collection. Select the images you want to use. ✍ Sony recommends creating your panoramic picture with 12 landscaped or 16 portrait pictures. From the Utilities menu select Panorama Maker. Select the correct lens and click OK. (If 35mm lens is selected, the prompt does not appear.

  • Page 31: Openmg™ Jukebox

    An EMD service provider. Consult the provider for information about service. ✍ To protect your personal data, Sony uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), an encryption protocol for communication between your browser and Sony’s World Wide Web (WWW) server. If you are accessing the Internet from an enterprise Local Area Network (LAN), you may not be able to use SSL due to the proxy server of the LAN.
  • Page 32 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Starting OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 From the Start button on the Windows taskbar, point to Programs, point to OpenMG Jukebox, and then click on OpenMG Jukebox. The CDDB® Music Recognition Service Registration wizard appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete registration. ✍...
  • Page 33 OpenMG Jukebox main window http://www.cddb.com Feature tabs Changes the screen view according to the selected feature. Player control buttons Controls playback functions, such as play, pause, stop, fast forward and reverse. Playlist drop-down list Displays available playlists and audio files of the current feature tab.
  • Page 34 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Recording a CD You can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists in OpenMG Jukebox. ✍ When you record from an audio CD on your CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive for the first time, the “CD Drive Optimization”...
  • Page 35 ✍ You can display the name of the CD and its songs by clicking on the CD Info button. Transferring Songs (Check-in/Check-out) You can transfer songs between the playlists of your OpenMG Jukebox and external devices or media. For more information on using your external devices or media, see the documentation that came with the product.
  • Page 36 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Select the playlist that has the song that you want to check out. The songs in the playlist are shown in the Playlist view panel located in the center of the Check-In/Out tab window. From the Playlist view panel, select the song to be checked out.

  • Page 37: Additional Features

    ❑ Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar, point to Programs, point to OpenMG Jukebox, and then click on OpenMG Jukebox Help. ❑ From the OpenMG Jukebox Help menu, select OpenMG Jukebox Help. Additional Features ❑ OpenMG Jukebox Tutorial — The features of OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 are described in the Tutorial.

  • Page 38: Smart Capture

    Internet or through e-mail. ✍ 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 39: Using Still Mode

    Mode dial Switches Smart Capture from Still mode to Net Movie mode with a single click of your mouse. Options button Displays the configuration options available for either Still or Net Movie mode. Effects button Displays the special effects that you can apply to your pictures or video clips.
  • Page 40 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Click on the Options button to view the available options for your still image capture. The Still Image Options window appears. Still Image Options window The Still Image Options window has four tabs: ❑ Capturing Mode —...
  • Page 41 Smart Capture Effect Setting window ✍ You can use a different special effect for each picture, or you can remove all special effects by clicking on the No Effects button.
  • Page 42 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Capturing a picture in Still mode Use your digital camera or camcorder to locate the image you want to capture. When you see the desired image in the Smart Capture window, click on the Capture button. The Still Viewer window appears. You can capture one picture or several pictures at a time.
  • Page 43 ❑ Mail — E-mail your still images to your family and friends. Click on the Mail button and your e-mail application launches with a new message window containing the still image. ❑ Save — Click on the Save button to save your still image in a variety of formats, to a location of your choice.
  • Page 44 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Click on the Options button to view the available options for your movie capture. The Recording Options window appears. Recording Options window The Recording Options window has three tabs: ❑ Format — You can adjust the compression rate for your movies in MPEG1 format or choose the AVI option for no compression.
  • Page 45 Capturing a movie in Net Movie mode Use your digital camcorder to locate the view(s) you want to capture. When you see the desired view in either the Smart Capture window or your camcorder’s viewfinder, press the Capture button to begin recording your movie.
  • Page 46 Capture and ImageStation. Uploading with Movie Player ✍ Sony recommends that your movie file size not exceed 254 MB if compressed, or 2 GB if not compressed. Large movie files take longer to upload to the ImageStation Web site. Click on the Upload Button in Movie Player. The Compression Settings...
  • Page 47 Select the compression rate and press the Start Compression button. The ImageStation Login window appears. See steps 2 - 4 in the next section, “Uploading with Still Viewer,” for further uploading information. Compression Settings when Uploading window Uploading with Still Viewer Click on the Upload button in Still Viewer.
  • Page 48 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide For first time users, the ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you are already a registered member, provide your login name and password. The Image Uploader window appears. Image Uploader window From the Still Viewer or Movie Player window, click on the Upload button to transfer your pictures or movies to the ImageStation Web site.
  • Page 49 VisualFlow™ VisualFlow software is a Sony state-of-the-art 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 plays a selected movie or sound file, and enables playback of files by other applications like PictureGear™, PictureToy™, Memory Stick...

  • Page 50: Connecting A Digital Video Camera Recorder

    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide DVgate™ Connecting a digital video camera recorder Before connecting a digital video camera recorder to your computer, turn off the power to the camera. After connecting the camera, turn the power back on. You do not need to turn off the computer when connecting a camera.
  • Page 51 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Run. Click Browse to navigate to your C: drive. Select Program Files, select Sony, select Dvgate, select Premiere Plug-in, and then select 5.1. Select Setup.exe and click OK. The installation wizard dialog box appears.
  • Page 52 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Run. Click Browse to navigate to your C: drive. Select Program Files, select Sony, select Dvgate, select Premiere Plug-in, and then select 6.0. Select Setup.exe and click OK. The installation wizard dialog box appears.

  • Page 53: Configuring Your Vaio Digital Studio™ Computer

    Configuring your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer Configuring your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer Hard Disk Drive Partition In order to improve the performance of the DVgate™ software, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The DVgate™...
  • Page 54 6-pin i.LINK port on the back of the system. ✍ 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 55 Connecting an i.LINK device ✍ Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition uses an i.LINK communication standard that is not compatible with the Sony VX1000 camcorder. See the manual that came with your i.LINK device for more information on installation and use. i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility...

  • Page 56: Enabling Ethernet

    You can enable Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below. To enable the Ethernet connection Click on My Computer icon on the desktop. Click on Control Panel, and then click on System. Click the Device Manager tab.

  • Page 57: System, Application And Driver Recovery Cd(S)

    The System Recovery CD program enables you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 58 You need to complete the Windows registration process when you use the System Recovery CD(s). 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 59: Using The Application Recovery Cd(S)

    If you need to reinstall all the software titles that shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility. If you have any questions on using the Application Recovery CD(s), contact Sony Customer Support. To use the Application Recovery CD(s) Turn on your computer.

  • Page 60: Using The Driver Recovery Cd

    Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive. Go to My Computer or Windows Explorer to view the contents of the Driver Recovery CD. Select the appropriate driver.
  • Page 61 These diagnostics protect and store information in a retrievable format that enables you to restore your software to a previous working state. Sony has identified the software items that are protected by the VAIO Support Agent utility.

  • Page 62: Using The Quick Fix Wizard

    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Using the Quick Fix Wizard The Quick Fix Wizard records and maintains a history of the VAIO Support Agent protected applications by taking a “snapshot” of the application at regular, timed intervals and storing it for future use. If you develop a problem with one of the protected applications, you can use the Quick Fix Wizard feature to retrieve the date/time (snapshot) that was recorded when the application worked properly.
  • Page 63 Using the Quick Fix Wizard Quick Fix Wizard: Begin VAIO Support Agent Diagnostics dialog box Click Next to continue. Follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 64: Using Common Solutions

    VAIO Support Local Server (http://sdcglobal4.sel.sony.com...) provides a list of SupportActions available from the Internet. Common Solutions dialog box (1st level) ✍ Connect to the Internet before attempting to view the category, “Vaio Support Local Server (http://sdcglobal4.sel.sony.com...).” The category is unavailable without an Internet connection.
  • Page 65 Click the resize arrows next to the SupportAction categories to expand or collapse the categories. Common Solutions dialog box (2nd level) Select the appropriate SupportAction from the list. Click Run or double-click the desired SupportAction. The available SupportActions are shown in bold type. ✍...

  • Page 66: About Automatic Updates

    About Automatic Updates The VAIO Support Agent utility is dormant as a background process. Every 24 hours, the Agent self-activates to contact the Sony Support Server to check for new updates or fixes needed for your system. This updating action only occurs while you are connected to the Internet and when more than 24 hours has passed since the last update.

  • Page 67: Update Notification

    ❑ Deny the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for the current update or fix. The Agent discontinues the current update retrieval but prompts again for your permission for the next scheduled update. Update Notification Once you have given permission to update, the Agent contacts the Sony Support Server.

  • Page 68: Event Notification

    VAIO Support Agent Properties Event Notification At times, Sony initiates an event by sending support information for your specific computer model directly to you over the Internet. If you are connected to the Internet when these events occur, the ambulance icon on your task tray blinks.

  • Page 69: Using Support Central

    Using Support Central The Support Central feature uses Internet resources to help you fix your software. Support Central searches the Internet for answers to your questions, additional information from knowledge base systems, and the latest software updates for your protected software. Support Central also lets you contact live support agents for additional help.
  • Page 70 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Support Central: Registration page Support Central retains your registration information, so you are only required to register once. If you log on to your computer with a different user name or have recovered your system using the System Recovery CDs, Support Central may require you to register again.
  • Page 71 Using Support Central Support Central: Current Issues page When you log on to Support Central, the Current Issues page displays, enabling you to continue working on your open issues or to close them if you are finished. Support Central has a tracking feature that stores your current issues, enabling you to return and work on them later.
  • Page 72 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Support Central: Support Wizard page If you log on to Support Central with a new issue, or if you do not have any open issues, the Support Wizard appears. You can begin searching on the new issues. ✍...

  • Page 73: Software Applications Protected By Vaio Support Agent

    Software Applications protected by VAIO Support Agent Software Applications protected by VAIO Support Agent In addition to the software listed below, your modem settings are protected by the VAIO Support Agent utility. Utilities ❑ VAIO Action Setup Applications ❑ Adobe® Photoshop® Elements ❑...
  • Page 74 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide...

  • Page 75: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support. Topics Topic: My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on.
  • Page 76 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Topic: My computer or software program stopped responding. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to close the application that has stopped responding. In the Close Program dialog box, scroll down until you locate the message “Not responding” next to an application. Select this application and click End Task.
  • Page 77 From the Start menu, select Shut Down. From the drop-down list, 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.
  • Page 78 If you hear audio but cannot see video, your computer’s video resolution may be set too high. For best results, change the screen area to 800 x 600 using 16-bit color. To change this setting: Click the My Computer icon on your desktop. Click Control Panel. Click Display.
  • Page 79 Check to make sure you inserted the CD-ROM with the label side facing up. Topic: Why doesn't my CD-RW drive record at the highest speed? Sony recommends using 8x CD-RW or 12x CD-R to achieve optimum performance. If you are using other non-12x media and have difficulty with formatting, change the write speed from12x to a lower setting.
  • Page 80 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Topic: How do I change the video resolution of my display? From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel. Click the Display icon and select the Settings tab. Move the Display area slider to change the resolution. Click OK.
  • Page 81 ❑ Verify that the software you are using is appropriately configured to recognize and interact with the Sony computer modem. Call the software publisher if you do not know how to configure the software to recognize the modem. All programs preinstalled by Sony are compatible.
  • Page 82 You may need to reinstall the modem drivers. See “Using the Driver Recovery CD” in this manual. Topic: How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-Tone dialing? Click the My Computer icon on your desktop. Click Control Panel and then click Modems. Click Dialing Properties.
  • Page 83 You may need to reinstall the mouse drivers. See “Using the Driver Recovery CD” in this manual. Topic: My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand use. Click My Computer on your desktop. Click Control Panel and then click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears.
  • Page 84 Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode. When this occurs, follow the procedures below to reset the printer connection: Right-click My Computer on the desktop, and then select Properties. Click the Device Manager tab. Select Refresh, and then click OK.
  • Page 85 Topic: How do I enable my Ethernet interface? Click on My Computer icon on the desktop. Click on Control Panel, and then click on System. Click the Device Manager tab. Click on the Network Adapters category, and then select “Realtek RTL8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC.”...

  • Page 86: To Reach Sony

    If prompted for a path to the windows files, use C:\Windows\Options\Cabs. ✍ Check the printer manufacturer's Web site for the latest drivers for Windows Me™ before proceeding. Some printers do not function properly without updated drivers for Windows Me. To Reach Sony For further assistance, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).

  • Page 87: Notes On Use

    Notes on Use On the Power Source ❑ Your computer operates on 100–120 V AC 50/60 Hz only. ❑ Plug all the power cords for your computer and its peripheral equipment into the same AC supply line. AC derived from different supply lines may result in voltage differences that can cause unstable operation or unwanted weak currents at the time of connection.

  • Page 88: On Disposal Of The Lithium Battery

    The lithium battery may explode if mistreated. Do not disassemble it or dispose of it in fire. Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery. Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 89: On Moisture Condensation

    Do not drop them or bump them against other objects. ❑ Your Sony computer will not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX).

  • Page 90: On Handling A Crt Display

    VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide On Upgrading the Computer System ❑ The procedures described in the online manual, Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer, assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment.
  • Page 91 On Using the Hard Disk Drive ❑ Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock. ❑ Do not move the computer during operation. ❑ Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature. ❑...
  • Page 92 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide...

  • Page 93: For Answers To Your Software Questions

    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. Adobe Acrobat Reader™, Adobe Photoshop® Elements, Adobe Premiere®...
  • Page 94 Web site http://service.real.com/help/call.html phone 206-674-2680 hours M - F, 8 AM - 6 PM PT / Sat. - Sun, 7:30 AM - 4 PM PT Sony Applications (Sony Electronics, Inc.) Web site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport phone 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day...
  • Page 95 M - F, 9 AM - 5PM PST Windows® Millennium Edition Operating System, Internet Explorer, Outlook® Express, Word, (Microsoft Corp.) Web site 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 96 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Resources Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: Quick Start Contains information on how to set up your computer quickly and easily.
  • Page 97 You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics and then select the topics that you want to receive. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call 1- 888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or fax software.)
  • Page 98 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide...

  • Page 99: Specifications

    Standard 128 MB PC-800 Rambus RIMM, expandable to 512 MB Memory Video RAM MPEG “Sony Tuned” MPEG Digital Video supports full-screen video Graphics NVIDIA® GeForce2 MX (AGP 4x) Graphics Acceleration Sound Capabilities Analog Devices SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio Floppy Disk Drive...
  • Page 100 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Model PCV-RX470DS Connection Capabilities (Rear) 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet LAN jack (RJ-45) Supplied Accessories Service Limited Warranty 90-day parts/labor standard. See Warranty Card. Power Requirements Voltage Dimensions 8.0”(w) x 14.2”(h) x 14.6”(d) (203 mm x 360 mm x 371 mm) Weight Operating Temperature * GHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed;...
  • Page 101 ** The DVD-ROM data transfer standard 1X rate is 1350 KBps. Data on a DVD-ROM is read at a variable transfer rate, ranging from 6.6X at the innermost track to 16X at the outermost track. The average data transfer rate is 11.3X (15255 KBps). Data on a CD-RW is read at a variable transfer rate, ranging from 13X at the innermost track to 32X at the outermost track.

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