Sony PCV-RX830 Quick Start Manual

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Page 1 VAIO Digital Studio™ dio™ Computer Quick Start k Start...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting Started ...5 Unpacking Your Computer ...6 Planning An Ergonomic Work Space ...8 Locating Controls And Ports ...9 About The Front Panel ...10 About The Back Panel...12 Setting Up Your Computer ...15 Connecting A Display (Monitor) ...16 Connecting The Speakers...17 Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse...19 Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables...20 Connecting The Power Cord(s)...21...
Page 4 About The Modem... 50 About The Microphone... 52 About The Mouse And Keyboard... 53 About Using Peripheral Equipment ... 55 Support Options...57 Immediate Help And Support ... 58 Software Help And Support... 60 Contacting Sony For Help And Support... 63 Notice... 65 Index...73...
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and information technology features.
Page 6: Unpacking Your Computer
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the system configuration you purchased. For details on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Computer and supplied accessories Speakers* (PCVA-SP3)
Page 7 System Recovery CD(s) — Restore the software applications that shipped ❑ with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. The supplied System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of this Sony computer. ❑...
Page 8: Planning An Ergonomic Work Space
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Before you set up your new computer, find the best location for your new computer and plan your work space. There are several ergonomic factors to consider when you arrange your work space: Stable work surface —...
Page 9: Locating Controls And Ports
✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 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 10: About The Front Panel
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. It also includes access to the Memory Stick media slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK® ports to connect compatible peripheral devices. Front panel Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information.
Page 11 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk. Optical drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical drives. Hard disk drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk.
Page 12: About The Back Panel
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Back Panel 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 and jacks on your computer. Back panel Mouse port Connection for a PS/2®...
Page 13 Monitor port (The monitor port location may vary between models) Connection for a standard display. i.LINK 6-pin port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. S/P DIF optical out port Connection for a digital audio or optical device. Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB) ports (4) Connection for compatible USB devices.
Page 14 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start...
Page 15: Setting Up Your Computer
Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features, therefore, some instructions may not apply to your specific computer. The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. See the online specifications sheet for your system's configuration.
Page 16: Connecting A Display (Monitor)
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting A Display (Monitor) Display (Monitor) Plug the display cable into the monitor port If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of the display. To connect a display ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency.
Page 17: Connecting The Speakers
Connecting The Speakers Connecting the PCVA-SP3A speakers (with a speaker power cable) Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the right speaker. Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones jack, located on the back panel of your computer.
Page 18 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the PCVA-SP3 speakers (with an AC adapter) Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the right speaker. Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones jack.
Page 19: Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse
Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard port on the back of the computer. Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port. To connect the keyboard and mouse Connecting The Keyboard and Mouse...
Page 20: Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables Unplug your telephone from the wall jack. Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the Modem line jack on the computer, and then plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack. To connect the telephone and modem cables Your computer has a protective sticker on the rear panel.
Page 21: Connecting The Power Cord(S)
Connecting The Power Cord(s) Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. Plug both the display and power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. To connect the power cords Connecting The Power Cord(s) wer Cord(s)
Page 22: Turning On Your Computer
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turning On Your Computer When you start your system for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that prompts you to restart your computer. Respond to this prompt immediately. Press the power switch on the computer to turn on the power.
Page 23: Registering Your Computer
Registering Your Computer Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: Sony Customer Support — Communicate with a Support Representative to ❑ troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.
Page 24: Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Setting Up Your Dial-up Connection The first time you turn your computer on, follow these steps to set up your dial- up connection: Click Start from the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. Point to Accessories, point to Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard.
Page 25 Phone and Modem Options window Click to select your dialing location and then click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears. Setting Up Your Dial-up Connection...
Page 26 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start New Connection Wizard window Follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting up your dial-up connection.
Page 27: Turning Off Your Computer
Turning Off Your Computer Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time. To avoid loss of data, do not use the Power switch to turn off the computer. To turn off your computer Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer.
Page 28 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start...
Page 29: System And Application
System And Application Recovery CD(s) You can restore your system, individual software applications, or drivers, using the Recovery CDs.
Page 30: Using The System Recovery Cd(S)
The System Recovery CD can only be used to restore the hard disk drive of the Sony computer you purchased. The System Recovery process removes all software that you may have installed since you started using your computer.
Page 31 Using the System Recovery CD(s) Your system may take a few minutes to load necessary files. A blue screen appears during the downloading process. Press the disc eject button to open the optical disc drive and extend the disk tray. Insert the System Recovery CD (CD #1) in your computer's optical drive.
Page 32 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turn off your computer. Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer. Your screen displays the downloading progress, “Starting VAIO Recovery Utility.” When the VAIO System Recovery Utility dialog box appears, click Next. The Notes on Use window appears. Click Next. On the Main Menu - Product Recovery window, select the appropriate option to recover your system.
Page 33: Using The Application Recovery Cd(S)
Double-click the application you want to reinstall. The software’s installation wizard begins. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the application recovery process. If you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Using The Application Recovery CD(s)
Page 34: Reinstalling Device Drivers
Logon to go to the Windows® desktop. Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the optical disc drive. The VAIO welcome window appears. Click OK, then click Quit to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. Without removing the Application Recovery CD from the optical drive, click Start in the Windows taskbar and then right-click My Computer.
Page 35 Click to select the option, Install from a list or specific location (Advanced). Click Next. Click to cancel the option, Search removable media (floppy, CD-ROM...). Select the check box for Include this location in the search and click Browse. The Browse for Folder dialog box appears. 10 Navigate to the optical drive and click to select the Application Recovery CD.
Page 36 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start...
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. You can also find helpful information on how to use your computer's hardware features and preinstalled software. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features or preinstalled software discussed in this section, depending on the system purchased.
Page 38: About Vaio Computer Functions
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned ❑ on. Check that the power light is lit on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you are using a ❑...
Page 39 If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart, shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds. If the software application continues to stop responding or causes your computer to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider.
Page 40 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Turn Off Computer. 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 41 Where can I find a listing of my computer's preinstalled hardware? You can find details about the drives, cards, and memory modules installed on your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. This online document describes the hardware configuration of your VAIO computer. To access the online specifications sheet: Click Start in the Windows®...
Page 42: About Software
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Software How do I create an audio CD with preinstalled Sony software? Your VAIO® computer has SonicStage™ software preinstalled on your computer. SonicStage is a digital music management software that enables you work with digital music from audio CDs and from the Internet. You can play music on your computer, create custom audio CDs, and check music out to compatible digital music devices.
Page 43 Using the System Restore Wizard Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. The VAIO Help and Support window appears. Under Pick a Help topic, click Performance and maintenance. Under Performance and maintenance, click Using System Restore to undo changes.
Page 44 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start In the Copy Items dialog box, click the read/write drive icon Copy. Under Other Places, click My Computer, and click the CD-RW or DVD- RW drive. Windows displays the temporary area that holds the files until they are copied to the CD.
Page 45 Where can I find a listing of my computer's preinstalled software titles? You can find details about your computer’s preinstalled software by viewing the online specifications sheet. This online document describes the preinstalled software on your VAIO computer. To access the online specifications sheet: Click Start in the Windows®...
Page 46: About Using The Optical Disc Drive(S)
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) Why doesn’t my optical drive tray open? Use the Eject button Make sure the computer is turned on. Press the Eject button on the drive. Use the My Computer icon Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer.
Page 47 Why isn’t my DVD playing properly? If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player application, it may be that the region code of the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the region code setting of your optical drive. A region code is listed on the disc packaging.
Page 48 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Why doesn't my optical drive (DVD-RW) record to CD-RW media at higher speeds? If you are having difficulty formatting CD-RW media for recording purposes, try changing the write speed to a lower setting. Your media must support writing speeds at 2X or lower.
Page 49: About The Speakers
About The Speakers Why is there no sound in any application? Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack. ❑ If your speakers have a mute button, verify that it is turned off. ❑ ❑ If your speakers are powered by batteries, verify that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged.
Page 50: About The Modem
Check that the access telephone number (POP) is correct. ❑ All software applications that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with ❑ your computer’s modem. If you have installed other software, contact the software publisher for information on how to configure the software in order...
Page 51 If it appears that your modem is not functioning properly, check the device ❑ status. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. Click Printers and Other Hardware and then select Phone and Modem Options. From the Modems tab, click to select your modem. Click Properties.
Page 52: About The Microphone
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Microphone Why doesn’t my microphone work properly? Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack. Why is my microphone so 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: Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel.
Page 53: About The Mouse And Keyboard
About The Mouse And Keyboard Why doesn’t my mouse work properly? Check that the mouse is plugged securely into the Mouse port. ❑ Save and close all open applications. Turn off your computer, wait ❑ approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. If you are using an optical mouse, use an appropriate surface to ensure ❑...
Page 54 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start How do I set up my mouse for left-hand use? Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. From the Buttons tab, select Switch primary and secondary buttons under the Button Configuration options.
Page 55: About Using Peripheral Equipment
About Using Peripheral Equipment How do I change the video resolution of my display? Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then select Control Panel. Select Appearances and Themes, then select Change the screen resolution. Click the Settings tab. Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels. Click Apply and then click OK.
Page 56 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start If your printer has a USB, IEEE 1394, or infrared connection, contact the ❑ printer manufacturer for information or updates that may be required for proper installation. Check the printer manufacturer’s Web site for the latest drivers for your ❑...
Page 57: Support Options
SUPPORT OPTIONS Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support for your VAIO® computer. This section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results.
Page 58: Immediate Help And Support
You can find instructions on how to plan an ergonomic work space, connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, register your computer with Sony, and establish a dial-up connection to the Internet. The Quick Start can also provide troubleshooting support, if problems occur.
Page 59 From the menu bar, click Help. The Help file appears. * A hard copy software manual may available for certain software applications. † You can locate the online Help files for Sony software applications by pointing to the individual application’s icon and selecting Help from the submenu.
Page 60: Software Help And Support
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Software Help And Support When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check with these software publishers to access troubleshooting support from the publisher’s Web site, by e-mail, or by telephone. ✍...
Page 61 M-F, 5 A.M.-5 P.M. (Pacific time) * Support from 900-555-4932 is fee-based. Support from 800-644-3193 is automated and free of charge. RecordNow DX (VERITAS Software Corp.) Web site http://www.easy.co.jp/jrndx/sony Sony Software (Sony Electronics Inc.) Web site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Software Help And Support...
Page 62: Sony Service Center
M-F, 8:30 A.M.-7:30 P.M. (Eastern time) Sony Service Center To locate the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Computing support is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.
Page 63: Contacting Sony For Help And Support
Sony Computing Support Web site Online help and support are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, when you visit the Sony Computing Support Web site. You can access the Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. The Sony Computing Support Web site provides ❑...
Page 64 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue, you can contact a Sony Support representative directly. Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available.
Page 65: Notice
CONNECTION WITH THIS 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 66 Environmental Protection Agency. OWNER’S RECORD The model number and serial number are located on either the front or back panel of your Sony VAIO® computer. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location.
Page 67 ❑ 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...
Page 68 N0. 26 AWG ou plus gros. For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
Page 69: Regulatory Information
Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-7762 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. 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 70 If trouble is experienced with this modem, for repair or warranty information, please write to the Sony Customer Information Center, 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913, or visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network,...
Page 71 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. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada.
Page 72 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 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 73: Index
Index Input port 13 Application Recovery CD(s) ARCDs 33 reinstalling device drivers 34 Reinstalling software 33 ARCD driver recovery 34 audio problems 49 Back Panel 12 background noise 52 playback problems 46 tray eject 46 CD-RW recording problems 48 computer lithium battery 71 Locating the Windows taskbar 39 registration 23...
Page 74 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Basic system functions 38 Keyboard 53 Microphone 52 Modem 50 Mouse 53 Optical Disk Drive(s) 46 Preinstalled software 49 Speakers 49 Using peripheral devices 55 Floppy disk drive 10 Front Panel 10 Headphones jack 13 Help and support 57 i.LINK (4-pin) port 11...
Page 75 38 software recovery ARCDs 33 Sony Customer Information Services Center 64 Sony Service Center 62 Sony Support Web site 63 speakers 17, 18 Support Options 57, 61 Adobe Acrobat Reader 60 Adobe Photoshop Elements 60 Adobe Premiere LE 60...
Page 76 New User Edition 61 RecordNow DX 61 recover applications 46 resuming printer function 55 software audio problems 49 Software Help and Support 60 Sony customer support 23 Sony ScreenBlast ACID 62 Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge 62 Sony software 61 Speakers 49...

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Sony PCV-RX830 Quick Start Manual

Getting Started

Locating Controls and Ports

Setting up Your Computer

System and Application

Recovery CD(S) D(S)

Troubleshooting

Support Options

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