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  • Page 1 SON_ VAIO Digital Studio TM Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting Started Unpacking Your Computer ........Hanning An Ergonomic Work Space ....Locating Controls And Ports ..... 9 About The Front Panel ........About The Back Panel ........Setting Up Your Computer ...... Connecting A Display (Monitor) ......Connecting The Speakers ......
  • Page 3 About The Microphone ..........About The Mouse And Keyboard ......About Using Peripheral Equipment ......Support Options ........Immediate Help And Support ........Software Help And Support ........Contacting Sony For Help And Support ....Notice ................ Index ............hml_ll...

  • Page 4: 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 5: 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.
  • Page 6 The supplied System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) -- Reinstalls individual software...

  • Page 7: Hanning 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 8: Locating Controls And Ports

    Locating Controls And Ports Th& section & &tended tojamiliarize you with the eonttvls, ports and jacks that may be available on your computer. Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features and the location of the controls, ports', andiacks may vat,y from the illustrations shown in this...

  • Page 9: 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...
  • Page 10 About The Front Panel 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.

  • Page 11: 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...
  • Page 12 About The Back Panel 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. SIP 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 13 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 14: Setting Up Your Computer

    Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware featur.es, therefore, some instructions may not apply to your spec(fie computer. location of the controls', ports', and jacks may vatTfrom the illustrations shown in this seetion. See the online speetfteations sheet for your system's"...

  • Page 15: Connecting A Display (Monitor)

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting A 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 * Your computer may have an available DVI monitor port fbr use with a DVI monitor. Do not attempt to connect a standard VGA monitor to the DVI monitor polt.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Speakers

    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 17 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 18: Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse

    Connecting The Keyboard and Mouse Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse Plug the keybo_d cable i:ate _he keyboard pert on the back ofthe cemputcr. Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port, To connect the keyboard and mo_*se i[,_l...

  • Page 19: Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables Unplug your telephone from _he wall jack, Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the Mod_l line jack on _he compuler, and then plug _he other end of_he cable into the wNl jack. To connect the telephone and modem cables Yourcomputer hasa protective s ticker "...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Power Cord(S)

    Connecting The Power Cord(s) Connecting The Power Cord(s) Plug the power cord into fhe back of{he comp_ltcr. Plug botl_ the displt_' m_d power cords into a grounded AC wall m_tlet or a power strip, To connect the power cords...

  • Page 21: Turning On Your Computer

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turning On Your Computer When you sl, a l_ your s)'st_n for the l]rst lime, your eompuI_r may detect new" equipment and displ_' a dialog box that prompts you _ restarl )'our computer. Respond to this prompt immediately. Press the power swileh on the computer to turn ONthe power.

  • Page 22: Registering Your Computer

    Registering Your Computer Take _vanlage of'Sony's ¢ommitolent to quality customer support m_d receive these benefits by registering your computer: Sony Customer Sapport-- Communicate will_ a Support Representative troubleshoot problems you m_' be having with your computer, Limited warranty -- Protect your investm_t, See the Warrm_b' Card Ibr more details.

  • Page 23: Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Setting Up Your Dial-up Connection The first time you turn your cempt_tcr on, follew fhese steps to set up your dial- t_p connection: Click Start f¥om the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. Point to Accessories, point to Communications, m_d [hen click New Connection W'_ard, The Loc_tion Information wiadow appears, Location Information window...
  • Page 24 Setting Up Your Dial-up Connection Phone and Modem Options window Click to select your dialing location and then click OK, The New Connection Wizard appears,...
  • Page 25 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start New Connection Wizard window Follow the on-screen i:nstruct_ons t_ finish setting UPyour dial-up connection,...

  • Page 26: Turning Off Your Computer

    Turning Off Your Computer Turning Off Your Computer Follow these steps when you _re _ady _ turn offyour compuIer for an ext_ded period of time. Oavoidtossofdata,do notusethePower switch to turnoffthecomputer, TO turn off your computer Click Start in fhe Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer, The Turn Off Computer dialog box avPears.
  • Page 27 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 28: System And Application Recovery Cd(S)

    System And Application Recovery CD(s) YOucan restore your _ystem, individual sc;fiware applications, or drivers, using the Recover); CDs.

  • Page 29: Using The System Recovery Cd(S)

    The System ;RecoveR' CD can only be used to restore [he h_d disk drive of the Sony computer you purchased. TheSystem Recovery p rocess removes ell software thatyoumay have installed since youstartedusing yourcomputer.Reinstall a nyapplications...
  • Page 30 Using The System Recovery CD(s) Using the System Recovery CD(s) "Yoursystem inay take a few lllh_utes to toad ncccssas' files, A blu_ scrccl_ appears during the downloading process, Press [he disc eject bt_tmn m open [he option disc drive and extend tl_c disk tray, Insert the System Recover' CD (CD #1) in your comptaer>s option drive, Press [he disc eject btitl,on to close tl_c optical disk drive tray.
  • Page 31 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turn offyour eompt_tar, Wait 30 seconds and tam on your eompt_tar, Your screen displt_'s the downloading progress, "Starting VA]O Recover' Ut_Iity," When [he VAIO System Recover' Utility dialog box appears, click Next. The Notes on Use window appears. Click Next. On the Main Menu - Product Recover' window, select [he appropriate option to recover your system.

  • Page 32: Using The Application Recovery Cd(S)

    The Application Record" utility loads automatically. Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. The Sony Application R_eov_" Progrmn window appears. Double-click the Software folder. [cons representing preinstallcd software are displayed. Double-click [he application you want to reinstalh The software's installation wizard begins.
  • Page 33 Recover' CD #1 into the optical disc drive, The VAI'O welcome window appears. Click OK, then click Quit to close the Sony Application Recover' t_tility, Without removing the Avplication Recover' CD l¥om the optical drive, click Nart in the Windows taskbar and then right-click My Computer.
  • Page 34 Using The Application Recovery CD(s) CIick to setect th_ option, Install from a list or specific location (Advanced), Ciick Next, Click to cancet the option, Search removable media (floppy, CD-ROM.,). Select the check box fbr Include this location in the search and click Browse, The Bro_,_e fbr FoIder dialog box appears.
  • Page 35 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems, YOucan also find helpful information on how to use your computer's hardware jeamres atut preinsmlled sofi_÷,are, }'_mr computer may not be equipped with all <_f t ho hard_vare,]k*atttres or preb_stalled soak, are diseztssed it_ this seetio¢z, depending on the system pzo'chased,...

  • Page 37: About Vaio Computer Functions

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not starL Check that [he computer is plugged into a power source and [hat it is turned on, Check that [he power light is lit on the front panel of the computer, Confirm fhat a disk is not in the floppy"...
  • Page 38 About VAIO Computer Functions ffyour compt_tar still does not respond and you canner restart, sht_t down year eomputar by pressing and holding the power switch for more [han six seconds. ffthe software application continues to stop responding or causes year computer to stop responding, centaet the software pablishar or designated technical suvPort provider, Pressing andholding thepowerswitch for morethansixseconds, m ayresult...
  • Page 39 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Turn Off Computer. Select Restart. When [he Sony screen dispI_'s, press the F2 key on your keyboard. Select the Advanced tab from [he Setup Utility screen. Select I/O Device Configuration and press Enter.
  • Page 40 About VAIO Computer Functions Where can I find a listing of my computer's preinstalled hardware ? 5'bu can find details about th¢ drives, cards, _d inemo_" modules instailled on your system by viewing tl_e online specil]cadons sheet. This online document d¢scNbes the haNware configuration of your VAIO computer.

  • Page 41: About Software

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Software How do I create an audio CD with preinstalled Sony software? Your VA[O® computer has SonieStage_ 4software preinsta]led on your eompmer. SonieStage is a digital m_mie management software that enables you work with digital music from m_dio CDs and from the Interact, You can play...
  • Page 42 About Software Usingthe SystemRestore Wizard Click Slart in _he Windows_ taskbar and click Help and Support, The VAIO Help and Support window appears. Under Pick a Help topic, click Perrormanee and maintenance, Under PeKormanee and maintenance, click Using System Restore _ undo changes.
  • Page 43 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start In the Copy Items dialog box, click the rea[ffwnte dave _con , and click Copy. or DVD- Under Other Places, click My Computer. and click the CD-RW RW drive, Windows displays fhe tvmporaD' area fhat holds the files until the)' arc copied to the CD, Con:finn that the files and lbldcrs you want to copy are disph_'cd under Files Ready to Be Written to the CD.
  • Page 44 About Software Where can I find a listing of my computer's preinstalled software titles? "?bu can I_nd details about your computer's prcinstalled software _' viewing th_ online specifications sheet. This onlin_ doctanent describes [he prcinstNlcd software on your VAIO computer. Toaccessthe onlinespecificationssheet: Click SIa_ in [he Windows_ taskbar and click Help and Support, F¥omthcVAlOHelpandSupportCentermcmi,...

  • Page 45: 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 but_n Make sure the computer is turned on, Press the Eject button on fhe drive, Use the My Computer icon Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer, Right-click fhe al_ropriate optical drive icon.
  • Page 46 About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) Why isn't my DVD playing properly? llfa region code warning appears when you arc uaing the DVD player application, it in s' be that the region code ofthc DVD you are t_'i:ng to play is incompatible with the region code setting ol'your optical drive, A region code is listed on the disc packaging.
  • Page 47 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. chm_ging the write speed to a lower setting. Your media must support writing speeds at 2X or lower.

  • Page 48: About The Speakers

    About The Speakers About The Speakers Why is there no sound in any application? Check that [he speakers are plugged into the HeMphones j_k. ITyour speakers have a mute burgeon, v erify' [hat it is turned off. [f'your speakers ace powered _' batteries, verif}' tl_at [he batteries _e insertud properly _d [hat [he)' are Charged.

  • Page 49: About The Modem

    Check that tl_e access telephone number &OP) is correct. All software applications fhat arc prcinstNled _' Sony' are compa6ble with your computer's modem. If you have installed ether software, concoct the soi'_ware publisher for infomlalien on how to configure tl_esoftware in order...
  • Page 50 About The Modem l:fit appears {hat your modem is not flmctioning properly, cheek the device status. Click Siart in {he Windows taskbar, {hen 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 51: About The Microphone

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Microphone Why doesn't my microphone work properly? Cheek that tl_e microphone is plugged into [he Microphone jack, Why is my microphone so sensitive to background noise? It'you lind there is tee much background noise when you record sound, should adjust [he microphone gain _' following tl_cse steps: Click Start in tl_c Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel.

  • Page 52: About The Mouse And Keyboard

    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 [he Mouse port. Save and close all open applications. Turn offyour computer, wait approxinlatuly I 0 seconds, and then restart your computar. If'you are using an opdeN mouse, use an appropriate surlY.cato e_ure opd:mmn mouse tracking.
  • Page 53 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start How do I set up my mouse for left-hand use? Click Start in the Wh_dows task.bar,then click Control Panel, Click Printers and Other Hardware, fhc'n click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears, From the Buttons tab, select Switch primary and secondary buttons under _he Btaton Configuration options.

  • Page 54: About Using Peripheral Equipment

    About Using Peripheral Equipment About Using Peripheral Equipment How do I change the video resolution of my display? Click Start in _he Windows _askbar and then select Control Panel, Select Appearances and Themes, then select Change the screen resolution, Click the Settings tab. Change the Sarcen resolution and Color quality _ the desired levels, Click Apply and then click OK.
  • Page 55 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start l:fyour printer h_ a USB, IEEE ] 394, or irtfmred eormecfio_ eomact the printer manufacturer for i:nlbm_ation or t_pdates fhat may be required Ibr proper installat{on, Cheek the printer mml_faeturer's Web site for the tatest drivers for your operating system belbre proceeding with installation, Some printers do net function properly wit:boat fhe updated drivers for specific eperating Wstems,...

  • Page 56: Support Options

    SUPPORT OPTIONS _)r_),'provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support/br your VAIO® computer. This section describes all available resources and offers su_estions on how to access this b_dbrmafion /br m_:imum results,...

  • Page 57: Immediate Help And Support

    You can find inst_ctions how to plan an argonomic work space, connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, register your computer with Sony, and esVablish a diN-up connection te the Interact, The Quick Start cm_Nso provide troubleshooting...
  • Page 58 Immediate Help And Support Prelnstalled software Help riles -- Each prcmstallcd softw_e apphcatmn provides online Help that describes sollware's features. In [hose Help files, you can l_nd tutorials {hat teach you to use {he software and locate troubleshooting s_lpport, sho_lld probl_ls occult.

  • Page 59: Software Help And Support

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Software Help And Support When you have questions about your eompuler and tl_e preinstalled software, check wilh _hese software publishers to access troubleshooting support from the publisher's Web site, by e-mail, or by telephone. Adobe_ Acrobat®...
  • Page 60 So#were Help And Support Microsoft® Windows® XP, lnternet Explorer, Outlook® Express, Office XP (On selected models) (Microsoft Corp.) Web site http:iiwww.sony, comipcsuppo rt PC-Cillin® Antiviros (Trend Micro, Inc.) Web site ht_p:iiwww, ant_vi:ms,com/pc-cillinisupport phone 510-859-0308; 900-820-8324 hours M-F. 8 A,M.-5 P,M. (Pacific time) * Sugpcv:t ti'_m 510-859-0308 is flee or cJ_aNe,but sugject m delays.
  • Page 61 613-274-0500 hours M-F, 8:30 A.M,-7:30 RM. (Eastern thne) Sony Service Center To loemc the Sony Service C_ter nearest you, visit (he Sony Computing Support Web site a_ http:iiwww.sony.eomipesupport. Computing support is free of charge t'br 90 d_'s aflcr the original...

  • Page 62: Contacting Sony For Help And Support

    Web site Online help and support are available 24 hours a day, seven d_'s a week, when you visit _he Sony Computing Support Web site. You can access the Web site at http:i/www.sony.eon_pcsuppor The Sony' Computing Support Web site provides...
  • Page 63 Ifo{her support options do net resolve your issue, you can contact a SoW Support repres_tative directly, Befbre m_ing a oN1to the Sony Customer In:lbm_ation Services Center. have _his basic inlbm_ation readily available. VAIO® computer s3'stem type Model nmnber SeriN number* Operating system Hardware fi:ature or software application [hat has a problem.

  • Page 64: Notice

    NOTICE NOTICE lxtt po_l_t in f,_]'r_ ati*l n f,_r (7_lmtIli_ m_t_mer_: SONY 1!i J X [RON'[( _S]NC, IaROVID];8 NO WARRA:N [W WH'H REG A 11I? I_) [t{LS MANUAI, [hat are _vaild_]_ to U.S. _ s/,am_ on]_. tiXPR]iSS[X I )ISCLAIMS ANY IMPI JEI ) WARRA:N _'I]_S OF Mt_;RC]IAN3ABILITY...
  • Page 65 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start OWNER'SRECORD h_s _%_nincd thai this As _ t Kl ]:tOY S lA]:t _' _'ilhvr t['i_li'ant or baak p_n¢] of yal_r S_ny VAI_ ]_;NIiRG¥ S IARM complg_v. R_ard th_ m_!_[ and &Mal n_m [x'r in {L_' R_-_4_W the model and s_ n umb_vi_ wh_w }_!_lcall...
  • Page 66 NONCE SafelyInformMion and Caution yogr de skvop m _n _r mois_J_re. _b avoid tk,V_ng an lh¢ _Fs_*_ Configuration you ha_¢ Refer serv_tg _ q_alifi_ personn_I o_y. Ne_,_ i_stxlI m_m or tNeph_e _:tring _r]_ a Ii_tning _to_. Never in,tail telephon_ jae_ _n wet Io_atio_s DVD._ La_er Diode Propertto_...
  • Page 67 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start ]_{u" qllesticms _gg_Jing ._om"prcutuvt or l_l" the S<my...
  • Page 68 NOTICE RegulatoryInformMion Declaration of Conformity Reorient or reIovate th_ re_eivi_tg aat_n*ta, l_ease Ilt¢ s_tion between ttl_ equipment _d the receiver, Co*taec_ the equipment k_tr_ _ o_11e_ on a Mod¢I No,: P{ V-7762 ci_t differe]_t from _hat ta whk:h the regJgiy/21" i s Cgtl_t_gf_d. R_'sponaib[e Part},: S_my ] kxtrard_t_ In_:, CratlslI]$ the _lcalet"...
  • Page 69 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start FCCPart 68 TelephoneConsumerProtectionAct of lggl (United States) lht: ]¢']¢'ph<ni_ (onslmi_,*_" Pmtc_:llon A_¢of 1991 lhi_ _q_ipm_t i_ 0,I{B. ] _rcxl_tcd_ gai_ _'onlpall_, _ntlt_, or in_¥id_L W pe_ra_ k'_oMcr thisia_m_adon inw your TelephoneConsumerGuidelines (Canada) _n formali_n, p1_ _ani_¢: CR[K ] pr_!m_d_...
  • Page 70 NONCE DISPOSALOFLITHIUM BATTERY NOpas msnipuler ISS bsReriss su lithium _lUiftzisnl ae sent s_demma_dss. Line hatleris _en so,farms drdSsnls un Ke_lIlar d'explosia,. L_ rsmpIasst seulemsnt par uBePatterie identidue ee de type dq_ivoteel resommend_ par le fshrisant. Evas_ar Iss batteries us_es salsa les directives du _hticsnl. L_ ma_otenLiaz_ hzserrecte dzzmodels de hattsrie de set apdarotl presents u_ lithium hottariss.
  • Page 71 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start INDUSTRYCANADA NOTICE AVIS DEL'INDUSTRIECANADA AVIS: i / _%iqaette d qndusi_'i_- ( am_da idoalJ fi_ D c_ti[i_ zq_pm_t, Ihls oc_tifi_tkm tnc_ls Lt_t &¢ ma_H¢l hom_logu_, _',q _ {lZm_'nlmcet_ _.'rt_{n _l_ammtmi_'_i_n_ net w_rk d'insta[1¢r _ ragtiMe-i, [' aki]i_ateus doit _N _ipm _t m_ _lso b_ _sZalled _slng _ a_'_tabk _nstallation_ _ [_tr_pr_...

  • Page 72: Index

    Index monitor/Display mouse 19 power coM 20 Inp_t port 13 printers Application Record" CD(s) speakers 17, 18 ARCDs mi:nstalling device drivers 34 Reinstalling software ARCD Display 8, 16 driver recover' display, audio problems DVI monitor port 13 monitor port t 3 d:isposal of li[hium batt_"...
  • Page 73 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start lithi_lm batteR' disposal 71 safety precautions 71 Basic system fuact_ons 38 Keyboard 53 Microphone 52 Modem 50 Memo_' Stick slot 11 Mouse 53 Microphone Optical Disk Drive(s) 46 jack 13 Preinstatled software 49 microphon_ Speakers 49 background noise 52 Using peripheral devices 55...
  • Page 74 SRCDs 30 software rccoveD' System Recover' options 30 ARCDs 33 system response problem 40 Sony' Customer Infom_ation Services Center 64 Sony Service Center 62 Sony' Support Web site 63 speakers 17, 18 Support Options 57, 61 Adobe Aerobnt Render 60...
  • Page 75 Ply'back problems 46 Preinstalled Software 49 printer installation 55 Quicken 2002 New"User Edition 61 RceordNow DX 61 recover applications 46 restarting printer fmlction 55 software audio problmls 49 Software Help and Support 60 Sony customer support 23 Sony SerecnBlast ACID 62...
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