Sony PCV-RX560 User Manual

Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® Digital Studio computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio/video and information technology features.

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Features

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Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section. To view the specific hardware configuration for your system, see the Specifications sheet.

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VAIO AV Applications

This suite of Sony original applications includes PictureGear , Smart Capture, DVgate , DigitalPrint, SonicStage, MovieShaker , VisualFlow , and Media Bar DVD Player. These software applications make it easy to use advanced multimedia techniques to develop your personal audio and video creations. Using the i.LINK ports, you can capture, view, and share both still and video images, then catalog everything for fast, easy storage and retrieval.

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DVD-RW drive (Not available on all models)

This new optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a dynamic multimedia computing experience. Your state-of-the-art DVD-RW drive writes to DVD-R/DVD-RW and CD-R/CD-RW media, and plays your favorite DVDs and CDs. This drive also functions as the ideal solution for making backups and archiving data, with the ability to store up to 4.7 GB of data on a single DVD-R/DVD-RW media (You can store up to 650 MB of data on a single CD-R/CD-RW media). Save movies, videos and still images to share with family and friends.

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DVD-ROM drive (Not available on all models)

This optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. Your DVD-ROM drive plays both DVDs and CDs.

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CD-RW drive (Not available on all models)

This drive is the ideal solution for making backups and archiving data, with the ability to store up to 650 MB of removable, rewritable storage on a single rewritable CD. Save your movies to CD-R or CD-RW media and share videos and images with family and friends.

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CD-ROM drive (Not available on all models)

You can play your favorite audio and video CDs using this high-quality CD-ROM drive.

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i.LINK (IEEE1394) interface

Two built-in i.LINK® ports, located on the front and rear panels, provide you with digital connection capability. The i.LINK name and logo identify a high-speed communication interface, which allows you to easily connect compatible digital camcorders.

Note:

i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 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.

Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.

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VAIO Smart keyboard

This PS/2® keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching your favorite programs or accessing the Internet.

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Sony audio and video quality

Take advantage of today's advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software with the Sony high-fidelity audio system, high-powered 3-D graphics, and "Sony-Tuned" MPEG digital video playback.

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Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition operating system

Your system includes this latest consumer operating system from Microsoft®.

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Preinstalled software

All the software on your computer is preinstalled, configured, and ready for you to use right out of the box.

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Communications

You have the choice of a variety of popular online services to browse the Internet, access e-mail, send faxes, and much more.

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Exceptional performance

Your computer includes an Intel® processor, a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interface, and a V.90 data/fax modem.1

Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and government regulations.

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Unpacking Your Computer

Computer and accessories

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Manuals

VAIO Digital Studio Com puter QuickStart — Contains information on unpacking and setting up your computer,

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supplementary updates, support information, and software information.

The VAIO Digital Studio Com puter User Guide is available electronically on your computer's hard drive. To

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access the online manual:

Click Start in the Windows Taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support.

From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide.

Safety Information — Provides safety and legal information about your VAIO computer.

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Specifications — Describes the hardware and physical configurations of your VAIO computer.

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Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition Quick Start Guide — Explains how to use the basic features of the

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Windows® operating system.

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Recovery CDs

See System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s) for information on using the Recovery CDs.

System Recovery CD(s) — Enables you to restore the software that shipped with your computer if it becomes

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corrupted or is erased. System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased.

Application Recovery CD(s) — Enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are

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erased.

Driver Recovery CD — Enables you to restore device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.

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Software Library

The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement and the Sony end-user license agreement.

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To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your Computer

Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer.

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Planning your workspace

Stable work surface — Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other peripheral

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equipment.

Ventilation — Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides of your computer to enable proper

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ventilation.

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

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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 — Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your

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feet are flat on the floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit with relaxed, upright posture--avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward.

Viewing angle of the display — Position the display 18 to 26 inches directly in front of you, with the top of the

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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.

Lighting — Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Use

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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.

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Locating Controls and Connectors

The front panel of your VAIO Computer allows access to the optical and floppy disk drives. It also includes Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports to connect compatible peripheral devices.

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.

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Front Panel Overview

Note:

i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 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.

Front panel

Note:

Your computer may not be supplied with all of the features listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased.

1 Optical drive 1

See Specifications sheet for optical drive information.

2 Optical drive 2

See Specifications sheet for optical drive information.

3 Floppy disk drive

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

4 Floppy disk drive access indicator light

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

5 Optical drive access indicator light

Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical drives.

6 Hard disk drive access indicator light

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

7 Power switch and indicator light

Turns the computer on/off . The indicator light is blue while the power is on and amber when the computer is in Stand by mode.

8 i.LINK 4-pin port (IEEE1394)

Connection for a compatible digital device.

9 Optical drive 1 eject button

Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1.

10 Optical drive 2 eject button

Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2.

11 Memory Stick slot (Not available on all models)

Reads and writes data from and to a Memory Stick media.

12 Floppy disk eject button

Ejects a floppy disk.

13 Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (2)

Connections for compatible USB devices.

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For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK ports on both the front and back panels. The 4-pin i.LINK port is located on the front panel and the 6-pin i.LINK port is located on the back.

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Back Panel Overview

Note:

Your computer may not be supplied with all of the features listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased.

Back panel

1 Mouse port

Connection for a PS/2® mouse.

2 Keyboard port

Connection for a PS/2 Keyboard.

3 Ethernet port

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

(The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.)

4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports (2)

Connection for compatible USB devices.

5 Printer port

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Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner.

6 i.LINK 6-pin port (IEEE1394)

Connection for a compatible digital device.

7 Serial port

Connection for a compatible serial device.

8 Headphones jack

Connection for the supplied speakers or optional headphones.

9 Line In jack

Connection for an audio device.

10 Microphone jack

Connection for a microphone (optional).

11 Monitor port

Connection for a standard CRT display.

12 Modem line jack

Connection for the supplied modem cable to the wall jack.

13 AC Input port

Connection for the supplied power cord.

14 Telephone jack

Connection for a phone cable (optional) to the computer.

Note:

i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 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.

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Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer

Your computer has many new and exciting features. This section contains information on setting up your computer and peripheral devices.

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To Set Up Your Computer

This section illustrates how to set up your computer and install peripheral devices.

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Connecting a CRT display (monitor)

Plug the display cable into the Monitor port.

If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of the display.

Connecting a CRT display

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Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency.

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Connecting the speakers

Plug the cable attached to the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the right speaker.

Plug the cable attached to the right speaker into the Headphones jack.

Plug the jack end of the AC adapter cord into the DC In jack on the back of the right speaker and plug the other end into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip.

Connecting the speakers

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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.

Connecting the keyboard and mouse

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