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  • Page 1 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PCV-R545DS/PCV-R547DS/PCV-R549DS...
  • 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

    Registering Your Computer ... 9 Using the VAIO Smart™ Keyboard and the Wheel Mouse ... 10 Connecting the Optional Palmrest ...10 Changing the Window Design of Sony Software...11 VAIO Action Setup (PCV-R547DS/PCV-R549DS only) ...11 Using the Wheel Mouse ...12 Using the Standby Function... 13 Standby Mode Indicators...13...
  • Page 4 (IEEE-1394) Compatibility ...19 Enabling Smart Connect...20 Using the System Recovery CD(s) ...29 Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ...31 About the Software on Your Computer...32 About Your Recovery CDs...37 For Answers to Your Software Questions ...38 Sony Service Center ...38 Specifications...41...

  • Page 5: Features

    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 VAIO Smart 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 entertainment software.

  • Page 7: 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. It also includes information on the applications included with your system and how to contact software vendors, get started with your computer, and solve common problems.

  • Page 8: Recovery Cds

    Application Recovery CD(s) Setting up your VAIO Digital Studio Computer (poster) Packet containing special product offers The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement, Sony end-user license agreement, and the following CDs: ® Microsoft Word 2000 Wild Metal Country...
  • Page 9 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. PS/2 Mouse Keyboard Power Serial Printer/Parallel Monitor...
  • Page 10 PS/2 Mouse Keyboard Serial Printer/Parallel i.LINK (IEEE-1394) Games/MIDI Headphones LINE IN Microphone Monitor Power Line Telephone...

  • Page 11: Other

    The front panel of your VAIO Digital Studio Computer allows for access to the diskette, DVD, and CD-RW drives. It also includes USB and i.LINK ports to connect USB devices, digital equipment, or other components. CD-RW Drive Diskette Drive Diskette Drive Access Indicator Light Diskette Eject Button...
  • Page 13 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. Limited warranty — Protect your investment. See “Limited Warranty Statement”...
  • Page 14 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. Place the keyboard and palmrest upside down on a flat surface. Insert the latching posts on the palmrest into the openings on the keyboard.
  • Page 15 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. VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer’s Shortcut keys (S Keys) and i.LINK interface.
  • Page 16 To pre-set your i.LINK-equipped device to launch a desired function, such as automatically starting DVgate applications or connecting two VAIO computers: Open VAIO Action Setup, as described in step 1 above. Click i.LINK. Click the Advanced Setting tab. Click the Enable i.LINK launcher function checkbox. Then, click Apply.
  • Page 17 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 and saves energy. Save your work and close any applications that are running. (You can leave the Windows Press the (Standby) button on the top of the keyboard (or press the...
  • Page 18 When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use the following procedure to shut down the computer. Click the Start button on the Windows menu. Click Shut Down to display the Shut Down dialog box. Select the Shut down option.
  • Page 19 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. Smart Capture allows you to capture and compress video or still images that you can save or share via e-mail.
  • Page 20 Before connecting a digital video camera recorder to your computer, turn off the power on the camera. After connecting the camera, turn the power back on. You do not need to turn off the computer when connecting a camera. Do not use DVgate when the connected digital video peripheral is in Timer Recording mode, as this could produce a malfunction in the peripheral.
  • Page 21 Do not use DVgate when the connected digital video peripheral is in Timer Recording mode, as this could produce a malfunction in the peripheral. You can record only AVI files. MPEG files cannot be recorded. To avoid recording problems, such as a single frame appearing in multiple frames, close other applications on your system while recording.
  • Page 22 ® Digital imaging applications, such as Adobe PhotoDeluxe, allow you to transfer images to your computer from external devices, including scanners or digital cameras. For some devices, a TWAIN driver window appears on the screen. Always close the TWAIN driver window before exiting or minimizing a digital imaging application.
  • Page 23 10V to 12V. The total power supplied by the 6-pin i.LINK connector cannot exceed 6 watts. A 4-pin i.LINK connector cannot supply power to a connected device. The following Sony i.LINK 400 Mbps cables are available and recommended for use with your computer: VMC-IL4415, VMC-IL4435, VMC-IL4615, VMC-IL4635, VMC-IL6615, and VMC-IL6635.
  • Page 24 Double-click Sony i.LINK(1394) Adapter. The Sony i.LINK(1394) Adapter window appears. Click the Enable Device button. Click OK. The Sony i.LINK(1394) Adapter icon should no longer have an “X” on it. This means Smart Connect is now enabled. Close all windows, and restart your computer in order for the new settings to take effect.
  • Page 25 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 Web site at...
  • Page 26 Close the application that is currently “locked up” by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete. In the Close Program dialog box, scroll down until you locate “(Not responding)” next to an application. Select this application and click End Task. Windows attempts to close the application.
  • Page 27 When you insert a music CD, the Sony Media Bar™ automatically launches to play your CD. When the Sony Media Bar is running, the Microsoft CD Player does not have access to the CD. Close Media Bar to use the Microsoft CD Player.

  • Page 28: Pcv-R545Ds

    You must use the correct media to achieve optimum performance. Use 8x media for PCV-R547DS and PCV-R549DS, and 4x media for PCV-R545DS. If you must use other media, the following steps may be helpful: If you are having difficulty formatting non-8x/4x writable media, change the write speed from 8x/4x to 2x or 1x.
  • Page 29 Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct. 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.
  • Page 30 Windows 98 does not provide a built-in fax utility. Sony has included the ® Symantec WinFax Basic Edition for your faxing needs. To set up WinFax Basic, click the Start button, point to Programs, choose Symantec WinFax Basic Edition, and select Configure WinFax Basic Edition. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the fax utility.
  • Page 31 To set up the mouse for left-hand use: Click the My Computer icon on your desktop. Click Control Panel, and then click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. In the Quick Setup tab, click Device Setup. In the Device Setup Wizard dialog box, click Next. Select the radio button next to “Left side of the keyboard.”...
  • Page 32 ® V AIO Computer. Sony computer supplies, accessories and peripherals can be purchased from your dealer or by contacting Sony at http:/ /www.sony.com/ accessories. Turn off and disconnect your peripheral. Reconnect your peripheral, and then turn on the power. When this occurs, follow the procedures below to reset the printer...
  • Page 33 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 34 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive. Shut down your computer as described in “Shutting Down Your Computer” on page 14. Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer. Click OK to signify you have read and accept the Microsoft End-User License Agreement.
  • Page 35 You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD(s). The application will not run from MS-DOS using the Application Recovery CD(s), contact Sony Customer Support. Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications.
  • Page 36 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” on page 38.
  • Page 37 “delete” files right on your CD-R as if it were a giant floppy disk. Sony Electronics Sony Electronics DVgate makes editing digital video easy and fun. For more information, see “DVgate™ Applications” on page 15. EarthLink Network, Inc.
  • Page 38 Softlink, Inc. This communications tool turns your e-mail into multimedia e-mail. With eMail inChorus™ , in minutes you can send your colleagues and friends presentations and e-mails narrated with your prerecorded voice, and illustrated with graphics and animated annotation. Network Associates, Inc. Protect your computer from viruses.
  • Page 39 Web, send Internet e-mail, chat, read newsgroups, and compose great Web documents. Sony Electronics 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 40 Simply cut, copy, and paste your way to striking multimedia files for use in everything from Web pages to desktop presentations. Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys and i.LINK interface.
  • Page 41 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 42 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. http://www.adobe.com/ 206-628-2746 (fee-based support) 206-628-5737 techdocs@adobe.com M - F, 6 AM - 5 PM PT http://www.aol.com/...
  • Page 43 http://www.sonk.com 408-970-3370 support@sonk.com http://support.mcafee.com 408-988-3832 cybr@nai.com M - F, 9 AM - 5 PM CT http://www.intuit.com/support/ 900-555-4688 7 days a week, 24 hours a day http://www.sonicfoundry.com/support/ 608-256-5555 608-256-7300 support@sonicfoundry.com M - F, 8 AM - 7 PM CT http://www.infogrames.net 408-296-8400 408-246-0231 help@infogrames.net M - F, 9 AM - 5 PM PT...
  • Page 44 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972) 7 days a week, 24 hours a day http://www.symantec.com/techsupp/ 800-798-0850 800-554-4403 in North America 541-984-2490 outside North America...
  • Page 45 Pentium † 20 GB 128 MB PC-100 SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB Shared with system memory “Sony Tuned” MPEG Digital Video supports full-screen video Intel 810 Aureal 8810 3.5” 1.44 MB FDD 24X max. CD-ROM reading, 4X max. CD-R writing, 24X max.
  • Page 46 VAIO Smart Keyboard PS/2 Wheel Mouse Speakers (SRS- Z050V) Power cord Modem cable 90-day limited service. Extendible to one year from original 90-day parts/labor standard. Extendible to one year from 8.6”(w) x 14”(h) x 15.5”(d) (220mm x 358mm x 394mm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 47 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 setting up shutting down starting problems with unpacking customer assistance data preventing loss displaying the taskbar problems with displays problems with...

  • Page 48: Registering Your Computer

    VAIO Action Setup VAIO online registration viewing the taskbar problems with volume, adjusting warranty Wheel Mouse window design of Sony software Windows 98 shutting down Windows taskbar problems viewing...

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