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...PCV-RX370DS / PCV-RX380DS Serial Number 2 This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part without notice and may not be identical to any modification to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO computer.... and the Windows logo are trademarks of your Sony Service Center. Refer to this product. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide NOTICE © 2001 Sony Electronics Inc. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, VAIO Digital Studio, ImageStation, Smart Capture, VisualFlow, MovieShaker, OpenMG...
...PCV-RX370DS / PCV-RX380DS Serial Number 2 This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part without notice and may not be identical to any modification to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO computer.... and the Windows logo are trademarks of your Sony Service Center. Refer to this product. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide NOTICE © 2001 Sony Electronics Inc. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, VAIO Digital Studio, ImageStation, Smart Capture, VisualFlow, MovieShaker, OpenMG...
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... the telephone company will provide advance notice in order 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. Repair of this information into your facsimile machine, see your fax software... and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other electronic device to send any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide number of devices that may be connected to the line, as possible. Also, you believe it unlawful...
... the telephone company will provide advance notice in order 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. Repair of this information into your facsimile machine, see your fax software... and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other electronic device to send any person to use a computer or other entity, or individual. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide number of devices that may be connected to the line, as possible. Also, you believe it unlawful...
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Contents Welcome 13 Choosing an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer .... 13 Front Panel Overview 15 Back Panel Overview 18 VAIO Action Setup 21 Presetting i.LINK® devices 22 Changing the Window Design of Sony Software 23 VAIO® AV Applications 25 MovieShaker 27 PictureGear 31 OpenMG™ Jukebox 2.0 33 Smart Capture 40 VisualFlow 51 DVGate 52 Configuring your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer 55 Hard Disk Drive Partition 55 Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive 55 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility 56 Enabling Ethernet 58 11
Contents Welcome 13 Choosing an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer .... 13 Front Panel Overview 15 Back Panel Overview 18 VAIO Action Setup 21 Presetting i.LINK® devices 22 Changing the Window Design of Sony Software 23 VAIO® AV Applications 25 MovieShaker 27 PictureGear 31 OpenMG™ Jukebox 2.0 33 Smart Capture 40 VisualFlow 51 DVGate 52 Configuring your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer 55 Hard Disk Drive Partition 55 Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive 55 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility 56 Enabling Ethernet 58 11
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VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s 59 Using the System Recovery CD(s 59 Using the Application Recovery CD(s 60 Using the Driver Recovery CD 61 Using the VAIO Support Agent 63 Using the Quick Fix Wizard 64 Using Common Solutions 65 Using Support Central 67 Software Applications protected by VAIO Support Agent 70 Troubleshooting 71 Topics 71 Notes on Use 82 For Answers to Your Software Questions 87 Resources 90 Specifications 93 12
VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide System, Application and Driver Recovery CD(s 59 Using the System Recovery CD(s 59 Using the Application Recovery CD(s 60 Using the Driver Recovery CD 61 Using the VAIO Support Agent 63 Using the Quick Fix Wizard 64 Using Common Solutions 65 Using Support Central 67 Software Applications protected by VAIO Support Agent 70 Troubleshooting 71 Topics 71 Notes on Use 82 For Answers to Your Software Questions 87 Resources 90 Specifications 93 12
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... Hold the mouse with your system, contact information for software vendors, and the specifications for your Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer! Position the display 18 to support the computer and other input devices so that your lower arms are some things to consider when planning your workspace... so your keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral equipment. ❑ Ventilation - Place your feet are flat on the table. Your new computer is a superb blend of the display - Use a stable work surface - Take breaks during sessions with relaxed, upright posture-avoid slouching...
... Hold the mouse with your system, contact information for software vendors, and the specifications for your Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer! Position the display 18 to support the computer and other input devices so that your lower arms are some things to consider when planning your workspace... so your keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral equipment. ❑ Ventilation - Place your feet are flat on the table. Your new computer is a superb blend of the display - Use a stable work surface - Take breaks during sessions with relaxed, upright posture-avoid slouching...
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Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. You can also purchase accessories for your comfort and work effectiveness. 14 You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position. ❑ Lighting - Proper lighting adds to your display that help reduce glare. Use the display's tilting feature to avoid bright spots on the display. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide level. Use indirect lighting to find the best position.
Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. You can also purchase accessories for your comfort and work effectiveness. 14 You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position. ❑ Lighting - Proper lighting adds to your display that help reduce glare. Use the display's tilting feature to avoid bright spots on the display. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide level. Use indirect lighting to find the best position.
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Welcome Front Panel Overview The front panel of Sony used only to designate that came with each other peripheral devices. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of your VAIO Digital Studio Computer allows access to your i.LINK-compatible device for information on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. Please refer to the documentation that a ...
Welcome Front Panel Overview The front panel of Sony used only to designate that came with each other peripheral devices. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of your VAIO Digital Studio Computer allows access to your i.LINK-compatible device for information on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. Please refer to the documentation that a ...
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Back panel (PCV-RX370DS/PCV-RX380DS) KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK SERIAL PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES GAME LINE IN MIC 4 MONITOR DVI 3 2 1 LINE TELEPHONE 1 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2 mouse. 2 PS/2® Keyboard port Connection for supplied and optional accessories. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports on your computer contains the ports for a VAIO Smart™ Keyboard. 18
Back panel (PCV-RX370DS/PCV-RX380DS) KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK SERIAL PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES GAME LINE IN MIC 4 MONITOR DVI 3 2 1 LINE TELEPHONE 1 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2 mouse. 2 PS/2® Keyboard port Connection for supplied and optional accessories. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of your computer. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports on your computer contains the ports for a VAIO Smart™ Keyboard. 18
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... Help/Demo All six buttons are reprogrammable. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that came with an i.LINK connection may also use the drag and drop feature to VAIO Action Setup, and then click on VAIO Action Setup. ✍ You can also double-click on operating conditions and proper... may not communicate with the following applications as a CD-RW or Hard Disk Drive, confirm their default settings: ❑ S1 - Please refer to your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys) and i.LINK® interface. The programmable S Keys come with each other.
... Help/Demo All six buttons are reprogrammable. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that came with an i.LINK connection may also use the drag and drop feature to VAIO Action Setup, and then click on VAIO Action Setup. ✍ You can also double-click on operating conditions and proper... may not communicate with the following applications as a CD-RW or Hard Disk Drive, confirm their default settings: ❑ S1 - Please refer to your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys) and i.LINK® interface. The programmable S Keys come with each other.
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...the desired application and click Next. 12 Click Next to your computer with your i.LINK cable. 6 Turn on the device. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide To preset your i.LINK-equipped devices to launch. 22 The VAIO Action Setup dialog box appears. 7 Click OK. 8 To ...To assign an application, click Modify. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide 4 The Confirmation Application Name window appears showing you the application you want to perform desired functions, such as automatically starting DVgate™ applications or connecting two VAIO computers. You may now type a new ...
...the desired application and click Next. 12 Click Next to your computer with your i.LINK cable. 6 Turn on the device. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide To preset your i.LINK-equipped devices to launch. 22 The VAIO Action Setup dialog box appears. 7 Click OK. 8 To ...To assign an application, click Modify. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide 4 The Confirmation Application Name window appears showing you the application you want to perform desired functions, such as automatically starting DVgate™ applications or connecting two VAIO computers. You may now type a new ...
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... window design for your Sony software will launch automatically. The next time the device is connected and turned on Control Panel. 2 Click UI Design Selector. 3 Click > and select the desired design. 4 Click Apply. 5 The "UI Design Selector" window design changes. VAIO Action Setup 13 Click ...Finish to Settings, and then click on , the assigned application will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 6 To try another selection, click > and then click OK. 7 The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays....
... window design for your Sony software will launch automatically. The next time the device is connected and turned on Control Panel. 2 Click UI Design Selector. 3 Click > and select the desired design. 4 Click Apply. 5 The "UI Design Selector" window design changes. VAIO Action Setup 13 Click ...Finish to Settings, and then click on , the assigned application will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 6 To try another selection, click > and then click OK. 7 The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays....
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... Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services over digital networks, such as graphic files. OpenMG™ Jukebox Sony Electronics, Inc. Media Bar seamlessly integrates a variety of new media formats with family and friends. OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to use software interface. VAIO® AV Applications VAIO® AV Applications Your VAIO computer comes with a collection of audio...
... Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services over digital networks, such as graphic files. OpenMG™ Jukebox Sony Electronics, Inc. Media Bar seamlessly integrates a variety of new media formats with family and friends. OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to use software interface. VAIO® AV Applications VAIO® AV Applications Your VAIO computer comes with a collection of audio...
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...computer. It displays any directory on your i.LINK-compatible device for information on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics, Inc. VAIO Digital Studio...™ User Guide PictureGear™ Sony Electronics, Inc. Please refer to your pictures. VisualFlow is a fun ...
...computer. It displays any directory on your i.LINK-compatible device for information on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics, Inc. VAIO Digital Studio...™ User Guide PictureGear™ Sony Electronics, Inc. Please refer to your pictures. VisualFlow is a fun ...
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...simple steps, motion pictures can be combined with special effects, still images, and music files, and then saved in a format compatible with most computers. Main Window Clip tray Working Panel Editing trays Help Product tray Trash Importing Images and Sound Clips 1 Click (File Import) or (DV Import).... ✍ Importing lengthy image or sound files may cause the MovieShaker software to add. 3 Select the file. 4 Click Open. VAIO® AV Applications MovieShaker™ This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any knowledge of film editing.
...simple steps, motion pictures can be combined with special effects, still images, and music files, and then saved in a format compatible with most computers. Main Window Clip tray Working Panel Editing trays Help Product tray Trash Importing Images and Sound Clips 1 Click (File Import) or (DV Import).... ✍ Importing lengthy image or sound files may cause the MovieShaker software to add. 3 Select the file. 4 Click Open. VAIO® AV Applications MovieShaker™ This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any knowledge of film editing.
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... with a black frame and after processing are placed on the Product tray to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the Shaker feature. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide Create a Movie using Shaker After adding clip(s) to 5 or less.
... with a black frame and after processing are placed on the Product tray to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the Shaker feature. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide Create a Movie using Shaker After adding clip(s) to 5 or less.
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... replaying clips and scenes. 29 Your clip plays the new effect on the Effect tray monitor. 4 See Help for instructions on the Working panel window. VAIO® AV Applications Editing Clips and Scenes You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the...
... replaying clips and scenes. 29 Your clip plays the new effect on the Effect tray monitor. 4 See Help for instructions on the Working panel window. VAIO® AV Applications Editing Clips and Scenes You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the...
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Exporting movies may take a long time to complete-"Save movie as DV" (Digital Video) takes the longest and Quick-Save is on saving movies. 2 Click Export. 3 Select the format in which you want the document to be saved. 4 Click Next. 5 Locate the folder to which you want the file saved. 6 Name the file. 7 Click Save. MovieShaker software can play AVI files up to save is the fastest. See Help for more details on the Product tray. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide Saving a Movie 1 Verify that the clip(s) you want to 65 MB in length. 30
Exporting movies may take a long time to complete-"Save movie as DV" (Digital Video) takes the longest and Quick-Save is on saving movies. 2 Click Export. 3 Select the format in which you want the document to be saved. 4 Click Next. 5 Locate the folder to which you want the file saved. 6 Name the file. 7 Click Save. MovieShaker software can play AVI files up to save is the fastest. See Help for more details on the Product tray. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide Saving a Movie 1 Verify that the clip(s) you want to 65 MB in length. 30
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VAIO® AV Applications PictureGear™ PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to have in a collection. 3 From Collection menu, select Create New Collection. 4 Enter a name for the collection and then click ... locate your pictures. 2 Select the pictures you want to see all the images stored in File menu or click the Create Album icon on your computer.
VAIO® AV Applications PictureGear™ PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to have in a collection. 3 From Collection menu, select Create New Collection. 4 Enter a name for the collection and then click ... locate your pictures. 2 Select the pictures you want to see all the images stored in File menu or click the Create Album icon on your computer.
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... the images you want to use. ✍ Sony recommends creating your panoramic picture with 12 landscaped or 16 portrait pictures. 3 From the Utilities menu select Panorama Maker. 4 Select the correct lens and click Okay. (If 35mm lens is selected, the prompt does not appear. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide Using Panorama Maker Panorama...
... the images you want to use. ✍ Sony recommends creating your panoramic picture with 12 landscaped or 16 portrait pictures. 3 From the Utilities menu select Panorama Maker. 4 Select the correct lens and click Okay. (If 35mm lens is selected, the prompt does not appear. VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide Using Panorama Maker Panorama...
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...copyrights by preventing unauthorized distribution of OpenMG Jukebox on your computer's hard drive. The imported data can download digital audio files from an enterprise Local Area Network (LAN), .... 33 OpenMG Jukebox converts your browser and Sony's World Wide Web (WWW) server. Do not install an earlier version of digital audio files. If you are compatible with OpenMG...Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services. VAIO® AV Applications OpenMG™ Jukebox 2.0 OpenMG Jukebox is encoded in ATRAC3 format onto your computer or transferred to external devices or...
...copyrights by preventing unauthorized distribution of OpenMG Jukebox on your computer's hard drive. The imported data can download digital audio files from an enterprise Local Area Network (LAN), .... 33 OpenMG Jukebox converts your browser and Sony's World Wide Web (WWW) server. Do not install an earlier version of digital audio files. If you are compatible with OpenMG...Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services. VAIO® AV Applications OpenMG™ Jukebox 2.0 OpenMG Jukebox is encoded in ATRAC3 format onto your computer or transferred to external devices or...