Sony PCV-RX590G QUICK START
VAIO Digital Studio™
Computer QuickStart
Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your
new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art
computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information
technology features.
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.
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder (For models with Giga Pocket features)
Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder is an interactive collection of audio/
video hardware and software. The unique and versatile Giga Pocket features
provide a wide array of television and video viewing, recording, and playback
capabilities.
VAI O® 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.
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
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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.
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.
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.
CD-ROM drive (Not available on all models)
You can play your favorite audio and video CDs using this high-quality CDROM drive.
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.
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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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Features
VAIO Smart™ keyboard
This PS/2® keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching your
favorite programs or accessing the Internet.
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.
Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system
Your system includes this latest consumer operating system from Microsoft.
Preinstalled software
All the software on your computer is preinstalled, configured, and ready for you
to use right out of the box.
Communications
You have the choice of a variety of popular online services to browse the Internet,
access e-mail, send faxes, and much more.
Exceptional performance
Your computer includes an Intel® processor, a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast
Ethernet interface, and a HomePNA 1.0/2.0 data/fax modem.
* Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and gov-
ernment regulations.
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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 Specifications sheet.
Computer and supplied accessories (Not available for all models)
Display (Sold separately)
System Unit
Speakers
Power Cord
Modem Cable
i.LINK Cable
AC Adapter (Speaker)
Mouse
Keyboard
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Unpacking Your Computer
Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories
Audio cable (1)
Video cable adapter (2)
Infrared receiver (1)
Remote control (1)
Video cable (1)
Coaxial cable (1)
AA batteries (2)
Manuals
VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer QuickStart — Contains information on
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unpacking and setting up your computer, supplementary updates, and
software information.
VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide — Contains features and
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specifications of your computer. It also includes information on the
applications included with your system, how to contact software vendors,
and solve common problems.
Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder Getting Started Guide — (For
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models equipped with Giga Pocket) Contains information on setting up and
using the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder equipment and software
applications.
The Internet Electronic Program Guide (iEPG) service information describes
new Sony technology that is used with the Internet, to locate, record and set
up timed recordings of your favorite TV programs.
Home Networking Solutions — Contains information on using your
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preinstalled HomePNA modem with Sony VAIO computers.
Safety Information — Provides safety and legal information about your
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VAIO computer.
Specifications — Describes the hardware and physical configurations of
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your VAIO computer.
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Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition guide — Explains how to use the
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basic features of the latest Windows operating system.
Recovery CDs
System Recovery CD(s) — Enables you to restore the software that shipped
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with your computer if they become corrupted or are 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
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applications if they become corrupted or are erased.
Driver Recovery CD — Enables you to restore device drivers if they
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become corrupted or are erased.
Other
Packet containing special product offers.
Software Library
The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement and
Sony end-user license agreement.
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To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your Computer
To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your
Computer
Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer.
Planning your work space
Stable work surface — Use a stable work surface large enough to support
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the computer and other peripheral equipment.
Ventilation — Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides
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of your computer to enable proper ventilation.
Placement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices — Place
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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 — Sit in a chair with good back support and
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armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your 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
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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.
Lighting — Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare
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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.
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