Sony VAIO Digital Studio PCV-RX490TV Quick Start Manual
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- Page 1 ™ VAIO Digital Studio Computer QuickStart PCV-RX490TV...
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- Page 3 Change to Current Document Title Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio/video and information technology convergence features. Features Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder — Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder is an interactive collection of audio/video hardware and software.
- Page 4 Change to Current Document Title 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 5 Unpacking Your Computer Unpacking Your Computer Computer and Supplied Accessories Computer and basic accessories Display (Sold separately) System Unit Speakers Power Cord Modem Cable i.LINK Cable Keyboard AC Adapter (Speaker) Mouse...
- Page 6 Change to Current Document Title Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories Video cable (1) Audio cable (1) Video cable adapter (2) Coaxial cable (1) AA batteries (2) Infrared receiver (1) Remote controller (1) Manuals VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer QuickStart — Contains information on unpacking and setting up your computer, supplementary updates, and software information.
- Page 7 Unpacking Your Computer can only be used to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. Application Recovery CD(s) — Enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are erased. Driver Recovery CD — Enables you to restore device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.
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- Page 9 Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer This section illustrates how to set up and install the Giga Pocke Personal Video Recorder system, your computer and peripheral equipment. For details on using Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder for viewing, recording and playback of video content, see the VAIO Digital Studio™...
- Page 10 Change to Current Document Title To connect to standard cable access (CATV) Option 1 Connect one end of the coaxial cable (supplied) to your cable service access. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the VHF/UHF jack on the back panel of your computer.
- Page 11 Setting up the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder System Connect a third coaxial cable (optional) to the double-connection end of the splitter adapter. Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF jack on the rear of your TV monitor or display. Connecting in CATV mode (Option 2) VHF/UHF jack Coaxial cable...
- Page 12 Change to Current Document Title Option 2 Connect both ends of the antenna’s twin lead cable to the screw-type grips on the combiner/transformer. Connect a second coaxial cable (optional) from the combiner/transformer to the VHF/UHF jack on the back panel of your computer. Connecting in standard antenna mode (air) Option 1 Antenna...
- Page 13 Setting up the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder System Option 1 Connect one end of the coaxial cable (supplied) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the IN jack on the back panel of your set-top box (STB).
- Page 14 Change to Current Document Title Option 2 Connect one end of the coaxial cable (supplied) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the IN jack on the back panel of your set-top box (STB). Connect a second coaxial cable (optional) to the OUT jack on your STB unit. Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF jack on the rear of your TV monitor or display.
- Page 15 Some equipment has both a video and S-video connection available. Sony supplies a standard video cable and a video cable adapter to enable you to make the correct video cable connections to your computer.
- Page 16 Change to Current Document Title Connecting to your computer with an S-video cable Connect an S-video cable (optional) directly into the S-video port on the back panel of your computer. Using an S-video cable (optional) Connect to Video/S-video port (on computer) MONITOR VIDEO VIDEO 1...
- Page 17 Setting up additional equipment Connecting to your computer with the video cable (supplied) and video cable adapter (supplied) Connect a standard video cable (supplied) to the jack-end of the video cable adapter (supplied). Connect the S-video connector end into the S-video port on the back panel of your computer.
- Page 18 Change to Current Document Title Connect the single-jack end of the audio cable (supplied) to the Audio-OUT jack on the back panel of your computer. Connect the double-jack end of the audio cable to the Audio-IN (L/R) on your TV monitor or display. (The Audio-IN jacks may be located on the side or rear of your TV monitor/ display.) Connecting a TV monitor/display...
- Page 19 Setting up additional equipment Connecting a video cable Your equipment may have either standard video or S-video connection capability. See the section, “To connect a standard or S-video cable to your computer.” for more information. Option 1 Connect an S-video cable (optional) directly into the Video/S-video port on the front panel of your computer.
- Page 20 Change to Current Document Title To connect the infrared receiver Connect the infrared receiver cable to a USB port. Place the infrared receiver unit in a position that enables it to communicate with your remote control. The infrared receiver must be visible in a line-of-sight with your remote control in order to function properly.
- Page 21 Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Connecting a CRT Display Plug the display cable into the MONITOR port. If necessary, plug the display cord into the rear of the display. Connecting a CRT display Connecting an LCD Display Plug the display cable into the DVI port.
- Page 22 Change to Current Document Title 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. Connecting an LCD display Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency.
- Page 23 Setting Up Your Computer 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. Connecting the speakers LINK SERIAL PRINTER...
- Page 24 Change to Current Document Title 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 PS/2 MOUSE port. Connecting the keyboard and mouse KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK LINK SERIAL...
- Page 25 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 26 Change to Current Document Title Plug both the display and power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. Connecting the power cords KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK LINK SERIAL PRINTER i.LINK S400 GAME HEADPHONES LINE IN...
- Page 27 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 You may sign up for Internet access with a Sony preferred Internet service provider.
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- Page 29 Remote Control Overview Remote Control Overview The features of the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder system can be controlled using the remote control (supplied). The remote control can start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. This section describes the basic functions of the remote control.
- Page 30 Change to Current Document Title Channel number buttons Press to select specific channels. (Press the ENT button to activate channel selection.) JUMP button Press to return to the previous channel. Press again to return to the current channel. ENT button Press to activate channel selection.
- Page 31 Remote Control Overview CHANNEL button Press to switch channels automatically (no number input required). VOLUME button Press to raise or lower the volume. REC Mode button Press to select the recording mode. REC and REC STOP buttons Press the REC button to record TV programs being viewed on the TV/Recording deck. Press REC STOP to stop recording.
- Page 32 Change to Current Document Title Setting up the remote control Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the remote control as shown in the illustration. Inserting batteries into the remote control Under normal use, the AA batteries may last up to six months. If your remote control does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be replaced.
- Page 33 Configuring Your VAIO Computer Configuring Your VAIO Computer...
- Page 34 Change to Current Document Title Configuring the Wheel Mouse To set up the mouse for left-handed use Click My Computer on your desktop. Click Control Panel and then Click Mouse. (If you don’t see the option you need, click the hyperlink that allows you to view all Control Panel options.) The Mouse Properties dialog box appears.
- Page 35 Complete the remaining forms by clicking the Next button each time you complete a form. The computer automatically transfers your registration information using your built-in modem and a toll-free or local telephone number. You may sign up for Internet access with a Sony-preferred Internet service provider.
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- Page 37 Shutting Down Your Computer Shutting Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use this procedure. To avoid loss of data, do not use the power switch to turn off the computer. To turn off your computer If you plan to turn off your computer for a short period of time, you may want to use Stand by mode instead.
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- Page 39 Using the Stand by Function Using the Stand by Function When you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, you can put it in stand by mode instead of turning it off completely. Putting the computer in stand by mode saves energy and allows a quick return to normal computer use.
- Page 40 Change to Current Document Title 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. To save the settings under a name that is not offered in the Power schemes pulldown menu, choose your settings and then click Save As.
- Page 41 Change to Current Document Title 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 42 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 43 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 44 Change to Current Document Title ™ PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro ArcSoft, Inc. PhotoPrinter Pro is an easy-to-use, advanced printing program that lets users quickly layout multiple images in multiple sizes on a single sheet of paper. PhotoPrinter Pro offers a wide selection of templates including landscape, portrait, free-style, mixed sizes, custom templates and more.
- Page 45 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.
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