Sony PCV-R558DS, PCV-R556DS, PCV-R553DS User Manual

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Computer User Guide

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PCV-R553DS/PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS

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VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide

NOTICE

NOTICENOTICE

© 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval.

SONY ELECTRONICS INC. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN 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.

This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions.

Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions.

Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, VAIO Digital Studio, Media Park, DVgate, Media Bar, Handycam, Mavica, PictureGear and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows 98 logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Owner’s Record

Owner’s RecordOwner’s Record

The model number and serial number are located on the back 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.

Model Number:

R558DS

Serial Number:______________________

PCV-R553DS/PCV-R556DS/PCV-

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Safety Information and Caution

Safety Information and CautionSafety Information and Caution

DVD Laser diode properties

DVD Laser diode propertiesDVD Laser diode properties

Laser output

Laser outputLaser output

Wave Length

Wave LengthWave Length

CDRW Laser diode properties

CDRW Laser diode propertiesCDRW Laser diode properties

Laser output

Laser outputLaser output

Wave Length

Wave LengthWave Length

To prevent fire or shock hazard,

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40mW(DVD)

0.14mW (CD)

650nm (DVD)

780nm (CD)

1.0mW(Read)

35mW (Write)

777–787nm

do not expose your desktop to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Never install modem or telephone

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wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in

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wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

Never touch uninsulated

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telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

Use caution when installing or

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modifying telephone lines. Avoid using the modem during an

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electrical storm.

Do not use the modem or a

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telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

The socket outlet shall be

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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 used in this product is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the drive cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

! Danger - Visible and invisible

laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

! For CD-RW: Danger - Invisible

laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

! Caution: For ADSL modem

models, to reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

! Pour changer la pile de rechange,

veuillez contacter votre centre de service Sony le plus près.

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! Avertissement - L'utilisation

d'instruments optiques avec ce produit augmente les risques pour les yeux. Puisque le faisceau laser utilisé dans ce produit est dommageable pour les yeux, ne tentez pas de désassembler le boîtier. Adressez-vous à un agent de service qualifié.

! Danger : Radiation laser visible et

invisible si ouvert. Évitez l’exposition directe au faisceau.

! Pour les CD-RW : Danger :

Radiation laser visible et invisible si ouvert. Évitez l'exposition directe au faisceau.

! Attention : Pour ADSL modele

modem, afin de réduire les risques d'incendie, n'utilisez qu'un cordon de communication N0. 26 AWG ou plus gros.

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Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez ou modifiez les lignes téléphoniques.

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Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage électrique.

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N'utilisez pas le modem ni le téléphone pour prévenir d'une fuite de gaz vous êtes près de la fuite.

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L’appareil doit être le plus près possible d’une prise murale pour en faciliter l’accès.

For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-9617669 in Canada.

Sony Customer Support can be reached at www.sony.com.pcsupport

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Pour prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, garder cet appareil à l’abri de la pluie et de l’humidité.

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Pour prévenir tout risque d’électrocution, ne pas ouvrir le châssis de cet appareil et ne confier son entretien qu’à une personne qualifiée.

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Ne jamais effectuer l’installation de fil modem ou téléphone durant un orage électrique.

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Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une prise téléphonique dans un endroit mouillé à moins que la prise soit conçue à cet effet.

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Ne jamais toucher un fil téléphonique à découvert ou un terminal à moins que la ligne téléphonique n’ait été débranché de l’interface réseau.

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RRRRegulatory Informatio

egulatory Informationnnn

egulatory Informatioegulatory Informatio

Declaration of Conformity

Declaration of ConformityDeclaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: PCV-R553DS/

Responsible Party:

Address: 1 Sony Drive

Telephone: 201-930-6972

This phone number is for FCC-related matters only.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and

PCV-R556DS/ PCV-R558DS/

Sony Electronics Inc.

Park Ridge, NJ 07656

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving

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antenna. Increase the separation between

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the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an

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outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an

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experienced radio/TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer product. Operation with noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception.

All cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with cables, connected to peripherals, that are not shielded and grounded, may result in interference to radio and television reception.

FCC Part 68

FCC Part 68FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. The FCC Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment is 0.7. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone jack.

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The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area.

If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operations of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.

If trouble is experienced with this modem, for repair or warranty information, please contact 1-888-4SONY-PC, or write to the Sony Customer Information Center, 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913. If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.

Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).

This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state and possible provincial tariffs. (Contact

the state or provincial utility service commission, public service commission, or corporation commission for information.)

Telephone Consumer

Telephone Consumer Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991

Protection Act of 1991

Protection Act of 1991Protection Act of 1991 (United States)

(United States)

(United States)(United States)

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone facsimile machine unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity, or individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual.

In order to program this information into your facsimile machine, see your fax software documentation.

Telephone Consumer

Telephone Consumer Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)

Guidelines (Canada)

Guidelines (Canada)Guidelines (Canada)

Please refer to your telephone directory under ‘Privacy Issues’ and/or ‘Terms of Service.’ For more detailed information, please contact:

CRTC Terrasses de la Chaudiére, Tour centrale 1 promenade du Portage, 5 étage Hull PQ K1A 0N2.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet àppareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY

BATTERY

BATTERYBATTERY

You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center.

In some areas the disposal of lithium

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ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800961-7669 in Canada.

! Do not handle damaged or leaking

lithium ion batteries.

! Ne pas manipuler les batteries au

lithium-ion qui fuient ou sont endommagées.

! Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

! Une batterie non conforme

présente un danger d'explosion. La remplacer seulement par une batterie identique ou de type équivalent recommandé par le fabricant. Évacuer les batteries usées selon les directives du fabricant.

! The battery pack used in this

device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C) or incinerate. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.

! La manutention incorrecte du

module de batterie de cet appareil présente un risque d'incendie ou de brûlures chimiques. Ne pas démonter, incinérer ou exposer à une température de plus de 100°C. Évacuer promptement la batterie usée. Garder hors de portée des enfants.

INDUSTRY CANADA

INDUSTRY CANADA INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

NOTICE

NOTICENOTICE

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 userís satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.

The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by

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the supplier. Equipment malfunctions or any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment may give the telecommunications company cause to request that the user disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. The Ringer Equivalence Number for this equipment is 0.7.

AVIS DE L’INDUSTRIE

AVIS DE L’INDUSTRIE AVIS DE L’INDUSTRIE CANADA

CANADA

CANADACANADA

AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué.

Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences techniques relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.

Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’il est permis de le raccorder aux installations de l’entreprise locale de télécommunication. Le matériel doit également

être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de raccordement. L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations.

Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être coordonnées par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur. L’entreprise de télécommunications peut demander à l’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite de réparations ou de modifications effectuées par l’utilisateur ou à cause de mauvais fonctionnement.

Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d’énergie électrique, des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations d’eau métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble. Cette précaution est particulièrement importante dans les régions rurales.

Avertissement: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir recours à un service d’inspection des installations électriques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas.

AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface.

La terminaison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister en une combination de quelques dispositifs, à la seule condition que la somme d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous les dispositifs n’excède pas 5. L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie de ce matériel est de 0.7.

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Contents

Welcome

Welcome ....................................................

Welcome Welcome

Choosing an Ergonomic Location ............................11

Front Panel Overview ...............................................12

Back Panel Overview ...............................................14

VAIO Action Setup

VAIO Action Setup .....................................

VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup

Pre-setting i.LINK devices .......................................18

Changing the Window Design of Sony Software ....19

Sony Digital Media Park Applications

Sony Digital Media Park Applications .........

Sony Digital Media Park Applications Sony Digital Media Park Applications

Movie Shaker ...........................................................21

Importing Images and Sound Clips ..................................21

Create a Movie using Shaker ............................................21

Editing Clips and Scenes ..................................................22

Saving a Movie .................................................................23

PictureGear™ ...........................................................24

Managing Your Pictures ...................................................24

Creating a Photo Album ...................................................24

Using Panorama Maker ....................................................24

Making Still Images and Panoramic from MPEG ............25

Using Digital Video .................................................26

Connecting a Digital Video Recorder ...............................26

Using DVgate ...................................................................26

Hard Drive Partition .................................................27

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Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive .....................27

i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility .......................... 28

Enabling Smart Connect .......................................... 29

Enabling Ethernet ....................................................30

System and Application Recovery CD(s)

System and Application Recovery CD(s) ....

System and Application Recovery CD(s)System and Application Recovery CD(s)

Using the System Recovery CD(s) .......................... 31

Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ................... 33

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting .........................................

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting

To Reach Sony ................................................................. 45

Notes on Use ............................................................ 45

On the Power Source ........................................................ 45

On Disposal of the Lithium Battery ................................. 47

On Handling ..................................................................... 47

On Installation .................................................................. 47

On Moisture Condensation .............................................. 48

On Upgrading the System ................................................ 48

On Handling a CRT Display ............................................ 49

On Using the Hard Disk Drive ......................................... 49

On Handling Diskettes ..................................................... 50

On Handling CD or DVD Media ..................................... 50

On Cleaning CD or DVD Media ...................................... 50

Resources ................................................................. 51

For Answers to Your Software Questions ...............52

Sony Service Center ......................................................... 52

Specifications PCV-R553DS ................................... 55

Specifications PCV-R556DS/R558DS ....................57

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Index

Index ..........................................................

Index Index

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Choosing an Ergonomic Location

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. This contains information about the applications included with your system, contact information for software vendors, and the specifications for your computer.

Choosing an Ergonomic Location

Choosing an Ergonomic LocationChoosing an Ergonomic Location

Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer. Here are some things to consider when planning your workspace:

Stable work surface

Stable work surface —

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Stable work surfaceStable work surface the computer and other equipment.

Ventilation

Ventilation —

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VentilationVentilation of your computer to enable proper ventilation.

Placement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices

Placement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices —

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Placement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devicesPlacement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices your keyboard, mouse, and other input devices so that your arms and hands are in a relaxed, comfortable position. The keyboard should be directly in front of you. Adjust the level of the keyboard so that your lower arms are parallel to the floor. Keep your wrists in a relaxed position when you are using the keyboard—not angled up or down. Use the palmrest only briefly, for resting. While typing, never use the palmrest or rest your hands on the table. Position the mouse at the same level as the keyboard. Hold the mouse with a relaxed hand, and use your whole arm to move it. Take breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick may strain muscles or tendons.

Furniture and posture

Furniture and posture —

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Furniture and postureFurniture and posture armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture— avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward.

Viewing angle of the display

Viewing angle of the display —

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Viewing angle of the displayViewing angle of the display directly in front of you, with the top of the screen at or a little below eye level. Use the display’s tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position.

— Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides

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— Use a stable work surface large enough to support

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— Sit in a chair with good back support and

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— Position the display 18 to 26 inches

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User Guide

— Place

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Lighting

Lighting —

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LightingLighting

— Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare

— — and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness.

Front Panel Overview

Front Panel OverviewFront Panel Overview

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.

Digital Studio front panel

Digital Studio front panelDigital Studio front panel

Emergency Eject Hole

DVD-ROM Drive

Optical Drive

CD-RW Drive

Diskette Drive Diskette Drive

Access Indicator Light

Diskette

Eject Button

Optical Drive Indicator Light

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Power/Standby Switch

Power/Standby Indicator Light

Hard Disk Drive Access Indicator Light

i.LINK

USB

1 HD (drive) access indicator light

Lights in amber while reading/writing data from/to the hard disk.

2 Power switch and indicator light

Turns on/off the computer. The indicator light is green while the power is on and amber when the computer is in standby mode.

3 Floppy disk drive

Reads/writes data from/to a 3.5-inch floppy disk.

4 FD (Floppy disk drive) access indicator light

Lights in green while reading/writing data from/to a floppy disk.

5 Floppy disk eject button

Ejects the floppy disk.

6 DVD eject button

Ejects a DVD or CD.

7DVD drive

Reads data from a DVD or CD.

6 CD-RW eject button

Ejects a CD.

7 CD-RW drive

Reads data from a CD.

8 Emergency eject hole

If the DVD or CD does not come out when you press the eject button, insert a thin, pointed object into this hole to eject the disc manually.

Front Panel Overview

For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on both the

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front and back panels, allowing you to connect to either set of connectors. The i.LINK connector on the front of your system is a 4-pin connector.

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Back Panel Overview

Back Panel OverviewBack 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.

PCV-R553DS back panel

PCV-R553DS back panelPCV-R553DS back panel

PS/2 Mouse

Keyboard

USB

Printer/Parallel

Headphones

i.LINK (IEEE1394)

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Serial

Monitor

Games/MIDI

LINE IN

Microphone

Ethernet

Power

Line Telephone

PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS back panel

PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS back panelPCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS back panel

PS/2 Mouse

Keyboard

USB

Back Panel Overview

Ethernet

Serial

Printer/Parallel

i.LINK (IEEE1394)

Games/MIDI

Headphones

LINE IN

Microphone

Monitor

Power

Line Telephone

1 TELEPHONE jack

Connects the phone to the computer.

2 LINE jack

Connects a phone cable to the wall jack.

3 i.LINK 6-pin connector (IEEE1394)

Connects a digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam

Camcorder.

4 EMPTY PCI SLOTS (One filled with ADSL Modem card on custom models)

For a PCI Add-On Card (not supplied).

5 MIC (Microphone) connector*

Connects a microphone (not supplied).

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6 LINE IN connector

Connects an audio device.

7 PHONES (Headphones) connector*

Connects headphones (not supplied).

8 Games/MIDI connector

Connects a game or MIDI device.

9 MONITOR connector

Connects a standard CRT display.

10 PRINTER connector

Connects a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner.

11 SERIAL connector

Connects a serial device, such as a digital still camera.

12 USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector (one for R553, two for R556/R558)

Connects a USB device.

13 ETHERNET connector

10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interface.

! The connector marked with (Network) is for LAN connections.

14 KEYBOARD connector

Connects a keyboard.

15 PS/2 mouse connector

Connects a PS/2 mouse.

16 AC INPUT connector

Connects the supplied power cord.

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VAIO Action Setup

VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer’s Shortcut keys (S Keys) and i.LINK interface. The programmable S Keys come with the following applications as their default settings:

S1 —

— Outlook Express

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S1S1

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S2 —

— Internet Explorer

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S2S2

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S3 —

— Media Bar

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S3S3

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S4 —

— Picture Gear

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S4S4

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S5 —

— DVGate Motion

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S5S5

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S6 —

— Help/Demo

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S6S6

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All six buttons are reprogrammable.

To change the settings of the S Keys:

1111 From the Start menu, select Programs > VAIO Action Setup > VAIO Action

Setup.

You can also double-click on the Windows taskbar to open VAIO Action Setup.

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2222 Click the S Key you want to change.

3333 From the Select Application dialog box, click the radio button for the desired

type of function. The corresponding applications appear in the list box on the right.

You may also use the drag and drop feature to place any application into the list box.

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4444 The Confirmation Application Name window appears showing you the

application you have selected. Click Next.

5555 You may now type a new name and description, if desired. Then click Finish.

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Pre-setting i.LINK devices

Pre-setting i.LINK devicesPre-setting i.LINK devices

You can pre-set your i.LINK-equipped devices to launch desired functions, such as automatically starting DVgate applications or connecting two VAIO computers.

To pre-set your i.LINK device to launch a desired function:

1111 From the Start menu, select Programs > VAIO Action Setup > VAIO Action

Setup.

2222 Click i.LINK.

3333 Click the Advanced Setting tab.

4444 Click the Enable i.LINK launcher function checkbox and click Apply.

5555 Connect the device to your computer with your i.LINK cable.

6666 Turn on the device.

The VAIO Action Setup dialog box appears.

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8888 To modify the device name, click the current device name in the list box and

click Modify device name.

9999 Type the desired name and click Apply.

10 To assign an application, click Modify.

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The Select Application dialog box appears.

11 Select the desired application and click Next.

1111

12 Click Next to confirm the application name.

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The Input Application Name dialog box appears. You may change the name and description of the application you want to launch.

13 Click Finish to complete this step.

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The next time the device is connected and turned on, the assigned application will launch automatically.

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Changing the Window Design of Sony Software

Changing the Window Design of Sony SoftwareChanging the Window Design of Sony Software

To change the window design of Sony software:

1111 Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.

2222 Click UI Design Selector.

3333 Click << or >> and select the desired design.

4444 Click Apply.

5555 The “UI Design Selector” window design changes. The window design for

your Sony software will match the “UI Design Selector” window.

6666 To try another selection, click << or >>. Then, click OK.

7777 The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design

displays.

You may use the feature with UI Design Selector-compatible software only.

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