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V AIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide PCV -R522DS/PCV -R526DS/PCV -R528DS TM.
© 1999 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reser ved. This manual and the software described her ein, in whole or in part, may not be repr oduced, translated, or r educed to any machine-re adable form without prior written approval.
iii Contents Welcome ............................................................................................ 1 Features ............................................................................................. 1 Unpacking Your Computer ......
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1 Wel c o m e Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony V AIO Digital Studio™ Computer . It is a high-performance multimedia computer that combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest aud io/video and information technology convergence featur es.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 2 ❑ DVD drive: This new optical storage technology pr ovides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience.
Unpackin g Y our Computer 3 Unpacking Y our Computer Computer and Supplied Accessories Manuals ❑ Read Me First contains Fr equently Asked Questions (F AQs) and supplementary information about your computer . It also includes information on how to contact software vendors.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 4 Recovery CDs ❑ System Recovery CD(s) ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) Other ❑ Setting up your V AIO Digital Studio Computer (poster) ❑ Packet containing.
Back Panel Overview 5 Back Panel Overview 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 . ✍ F o r your convenience , your computer includes USB and i.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 6 Front Panel Overview The front panel of your V AIO Digital Studio Computer allows for access to the diskette, CD, DVD, and CD-R W drives. It also includes USB and i.LINK ™ ports to connect USB devices, digital equipment, or other components.
Configur ing Windows® 9 8 7 Configuring Windows ® 98 The first time you turn on your computer , you need to complete a few steps to configure the W indows 98 operating system that is already installed on your computer . Y ou do not need to repeat these steps each time you turn on your computer .
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 8 Registering Y our Computer T ake advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your compute r: ❑ Sony customer support —T alk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot pr oblems you may be having with your computer .
Using the VAIO Smart™ Keyboard and the Wheel Mous e 9 Using the V AIO Smart ™ Keyboard and the Wheel Mouse Connecting the Optional Palmrest The keyboar d that comes with your computer is equipped with an optional palmrest that you can attach to your keyboar d.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 10 Changing the Function of the Programmable Buttons The six pr ogrammable buttons along the top of the keyboar d are prepr ogram med to perform specific functions. Y ou can change the function of the pr ogrammable buttons as follows: 1 Click the Start button on the W indows taskbar to open the Start menu.
Using the Standby F unction 11 Using the Standby Function When you ar e done using your computer , you can put it in standby mode rather than turn it off completely . Putting the computer in standby mod e allows you to re turn quickly to normal computer use.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 12 Shutting Down Y our Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period o f time, use the following pr ocedure to shut down the computer . T o shut down your comp uter 1 Click the Start button on the W indows taskbar to open the Start menu.
Sony Digital M edia Park Applicatio ns 13 Sony Digital Media Park Applications Media Bar ™ Media Bar softwar e is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar softwar e handles all common computer multimedia formats, and contr ols selected Sony devices.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 14 i.LINK™ (IEEE-1394) Compatibility The V A IO Digital Studio computer includes i.LINK (IEEE-1394) connectors. They are located on the front and back of your system. T o connect an i.LINK (IEEE-1394) device ❑ Use the symbol to locate the i.
T roubleshooting 15 T roubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer . Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions befor e you call Sony Customer Support. For more advanced tr oubleshooting information, see the V AIO Digital Studio Computer Reference Manual .
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 16 My software program “l ocks up” or crashe s ❑ Close the application that is curr ently locked up by pressing AL T+F4. ❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for techn ical support. See “For Answers to Y our Software Questions” on page 29 for a complete list of phone numbers.
T roubleshooting 17 ❑ If you see video but cannot hear audio, check all of the following: Make sure the mute setting is of f in your DVD player . Check the master volume setting in the audio Mixer . Check the volume settings in your computer speakers.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 18 My modem connecti on is slow The computer ’s modem uses K56flex™ technology/V .90. Many factors influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment (such as fax machines or other modems).
T roubleshooting 19 My microphone is too sensitive to background noise If you find there is too much backgr ound noise when you recor d sound, you should adjust the micr ophone gain by following these steps: 1 Right-click the speaker icon (V olume) in the lower right W indows task tray .
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 20 My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand use T o set up the mouse for left-hand use: 1 Click the Start button to display the Start menu. 2 Point to Settings. 3 Click Cont rol Panel. 4 Double-click the Mouse icon.
Using the System Recovery CD(s) 21 Using the System Recovery CD(s) Y ou can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if they are corr upted or accidentally erased. Y ou may not need to r ecover the entire contents of your har d drive.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 22 T o use the System Recovery CD(s) 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. 2 Shut down your computer as described in “Shutting Down Y our Computer” on page 12. 3 W ait 30 seconds and turn on your computer .
Using the Application Reco very CD(s) 23 Using the Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD(s) allows you to reinstall individual applications and device drivers if they are corr u pted or accidentally erased.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 24 About the Software on Y our Computer Y our V AIO 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.
About the Software on Y our Computer 25 CompuServe ® 2000 CompuServe Interactive, Inc. The all new CompuServe 2000 delivers a powerful tool for Internet users who want serious and timely information,.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 26 Microsof t ® Encarta ® 99 Encyclopedia Microsoft Corporation Microsof t Encarta Encyclopedia combines curr ent, comprehensive content with up-to-date multimedia technology , providing users with unique, engaging learning experiences.
About the Software on Y our Computer 27 Prodigy Internet ™ Prodigy Communications Corporation An Internet servic e that helps you find what you need online fas ter and smarter .
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 28 Win F a x ® Basic E dition Symantec Corporation W inFax Basic Edition incorporates an easy-to-use interface that allows you to send and r eceive faxes easily . Upgrade to W inFax Pr o to r eceive additional features.
For Answers to Y our Software Ques tions 29 For Answers to Y our Software Questions Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center near est you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-697 2).
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 30 Easy Internet Access (Encompass, Inc. ) McAfee’ s VirusScan (McAfee, Inc. ) Netscape Communicator ® (Netscape Communicati ons Corporation ) Prodigy Internet ™ (Prodigy Communicati ons Corporation. ) Quicken ® Basic (Intuit Inc.
For Answers to Y our Software Ques tions 31 SurfMonkey ™ (MediaLive, Inc.) WinFax ® Basic Edition (Symantec Corporation. ) Windows ® 98 Operating System, W orks, Money , Encarta, Internet Explorer (Microsoft Corporation ) website http://www .surfmonkey .
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 32 Specifications Model PCV -R522 DS PCV -R526 DS PCV -R528 DS Processor 466 MHz Celeron® 450 MHz Pentium® III 500 MHz Pentium® III Hard Disk Drive 10 GB 1.
Specifications 33 Specifications are subject to change without notice. This product meets the standar d s of the Internati ona l Energy Star Program for ener gy efficiency . Connection Capabilities (Rear) USB port PS/2® (2) VGA Monitor port Serial port Parallel (printer) Game/MIDI Headphones Line In Microphone i.
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35 Index A accessing onli ne support 8 adding additional software problems with 16 adjusting speaker volume 17 Application Recovery CD 23 applications launching problems with 17 C CD tray opening prob.
V AIO Digital Studio C omputer User Guide 36 mouse cleaning 19 troubleshooting 19 mouse buttons reassigning 20 O online registration service 8 support 8 opening applications problems with 17 CD tray p.
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