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Sony PCV-RZ20C Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 VAIO Digital Studio™ dio™ Computer Quick Start k Start...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Safety Information And Caution

    Your computer’s installed optical drives may vary, depending on the system configuration you have purchased. See the online specifications sheet for details on your installed optical drives. For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
  • Page 4 Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. ❑ The socket outlet shall be 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.
  • Page 5 L’appareil doit être le plus près possible d’une prise murale pour en faciliter l’accès. Pour changer la pile de rechange, veuillez contacter votre centre de service Sony le plus près. 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.

  • Page 6: Regulatory Information

    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. SONY PCV-1112 PCV-7772 Sony Electronics Inc. 680 Kinderkamack Rd. Oradell, NJ 07649 201-930-6972...
  • Page 7 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 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or visit the Sony Computing Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

  • Page 8: Telephone Consumer Protection Act Of 1991 (United States)

    Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including FAX machines, to send any message 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.

  • Page 9: Disposal Of Lithium Battery

    Disposal of Lithium Battery You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada.

  • Page 10: Industry Canada Notice

    Industry Canada Notice This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is an indication of the maximum number of devices 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 RENs of all the devices does not exceed 5.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started 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.

  • Page 12: Unpacking Your Computer

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 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 online Specifications sheet. Computer and supplied accessories System unit (PCV-RZ series model shown) Speakers*...
  • Page 13 Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) Audio cable (1) Video cable adapter (2) Remote commander (1) Manuals VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer Quick Start—Provides basic information ❑ on setting up and registering your computer. The Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines and owner’s information.
  • Page 14 System Recovery CD(s) — Restores the software applications that shipped ❑ with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. The supplied System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) — Reinstalls individual software applications ❑...

  • Page 15: Locating Controls And Ports

    Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and jacks on your computer. Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features and the location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section.
  • Page 16 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel (PCV-RZ series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. On certain models, the front panel also provides access to Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder jacks and ports, a Memory Stick media slot and the Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK®...
  • Page 17 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk. Power indicator Light is blue while the power is on. Power switch Turns the computer on and off. Stand by indicator Light is red when the computer is placed in Stand by mode.
  • Page 18 Connection for a compatible digital device. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 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.

  • Page 19: Printer Port

    About the Back Panel (PCV-RZ series model) 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 on your computer. Back panel (PCV-RZ series model) AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord.
  • Page 20 Monitor port Connection for a standard display. i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection and power for a compatible digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycam Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (4) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices.

  • Page 21: Modem Line Jack

    (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) VHF/UHF port Connection for a coaxial cable (supplied). Modem line jack Connection for the modem (supplied) cable to the wall jack. * This monitor port may have a cover, indicating that it is not available for use. On some models, the monitor port may be in a different location.

  • Page 22: About The Remote Control

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Remote Control (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder features are controlled with the remote commander . The remote commander can start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences.

  • Page 23: Mute Button

    About the Remote Control (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) MUTE button Press to turn off the sound. Press again to restore the sound. Channel number buttons (1-9) Press to select specific channels. (Press the ENT button to activate channel selection.) JUMP button Press to go to the previous channel.

  • Page 24: Channel Button

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start TITLE button The function of this button may vary between DVDs. See the DVD player software instructions for details. CANCEL button When using Giga Pocket software, press to close an error message dialog box. The window returns to its original size when displayed in full-screen mode.

  • Page 25: Rec Button

    About the Remote Control (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) 14 REC button Press to begin recording. REC MODE button Press to select the recording mode. REC STOP button Press to stop recording. (Note: The REC, REC MODE, and REC STOP functions are available for Giga Pocket software only.) 15 PLAY STOP button Press to stop playback.
  • Page 26 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel (PCV-RX series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. It also includes access to the Memory Stick media slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK®...
  • Page 27 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk. Optical drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical drives. Hard disk drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the hard disk.
  • Page 28 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Back Panel (PCV-RX series model) 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.

  • Page 29: Monitor Port

    Monitor port Connection for a standard display. i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. S/P DIF optical out port Connection for a digital audio or optical device. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (4) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. Microphone jack Connection for a microphone (optional).
  • Page 30 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 31: Setting Up Your Computer

    Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features and the location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. See the online specifications sheet for your system's hardware configuration.

  • Page 32: Connecting A Display (Monitor)

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) Plug the display’s cable into the monitor port. If necessary, plug the display’s cable into the rear of the display. To connect a display (PCV-RZ series model) y (Monitor)
  • Page 33 Connecting a Display (Monitor) To connect a DVI display (PCV-RZ series model) ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Speakers

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Speakers Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the right speaker. Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones jack, located on the back panel of your computer.
  • Page 35 Connecting the Speakers To connect the PCVA-SP3A speakers (PCV-RX series model) NETWORK LINK HEADPHONES LINE IN...

  • Page 36: Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 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 on the back of the computer. To connect the keyboard and mouse (PCV-RZ series model) KEYBOARD MOUSE PRINTER...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables

    Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables Unplug your telephone cable from the wall jack and plug it into the telephone jack located on the back panel of your computer. Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the modem line jack, located on the back panel of your computer Plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack.

  • Page 38: Connecting The Power Cords

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cords Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. To connect the power cords (PCV-RZ series model) KEYBOARD MOUSE PRINTER...

  • Page 39: Turning On Your Computer

    Turning On your Computer On your Computer When you start your system for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that prompts you to restart your computer. Respond to this prompt immediately. Press the power button on the computer to turn on the power. Press the power button on the display to turn on the power.

  • Page 40: Registering Your Computer

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Registering your Computer Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: Sony Customer Support — Communicate with a Support Representative to ❑ troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.
  • Page 41 Enter in your information as requested. Click OK. The Phone and Modem Options window appears. Phone and Modem Options window Click to select your dialing location and then click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears. New Connection Wizard window Follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting up your dial-up connection.

  • Page 42: Turning Off Your Computer

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turning Off your Computer Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time. To avoid loss of data, do not use the Power button to turn off the computer. To turn off your computer Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot some common problems. You can find more detailed information on how to troubleshoot your computer's hardware features and preinstalled software in the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the features or software discussed in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased.

  • Page 44: About Vaio Computer Functions

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned ❑ on. Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive ❑...
  • Page 45 If your computer does not respond or the application does not close, try the following steps: Save any open files, if possible. Press the Alt+F4 keys. The Turn Off Computer window appears. Click Restart. If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart, shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds.

  • Page 46: About Software

    VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Software ware Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software discussed in this section, depending on the system configuration you purchased. How do I use the System Restore feature in Windows XP? System Restore is a feature of the Microsoft®...
  • Page 47 Where can I find a listing of my computer's preinstalled software titles? You can find details about the software that is preinstalled on your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. This online document describes the preinstalled software on your VAIO computer. To access the online specifications sheet Click Start in the Windows®...
  • Page 48 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 49: System And Application Recovery Cd(S)

    System And Application Recovery CD(s) You can restore your system, individual software applications, or drivers, using the Recovery CDs. If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual application or device driver may correct the problem. You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive.

  • Page 50: Using The System Recovery Cd(S)

    The System Recovery CD can only be used to restore the hard disk drive of the Sony computer you purchased. The System Recovery process removes all software that you may have installed since you started using your computer.
  • Page 51 Using the System Recovery CD(s) Your system may take a few minutes to load necessary files. A blue screen appears during the downloading process. Press the disc eject button to open the optical disc drive and extend the disk tray. Insert the System Recovery CD (CD #1) in your computer's optical drive 1.
  • Page 52 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turn off your computer. Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer. Your screen displays the downloading progress, “Starting VAIO Recovery Utility.” When the VAIO System Recovery Utility dialog box appears, click Next. The Notes on Use window appears. Click Next. On the Main Menu - Product Recovery window, select the appropriate option to recover your system.

  • Page 53: Using The Application Recovery Cd(S)

    Double-click the application you want to reinstall. The software’s installation wizard begins. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the application recovery process. If you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Using the Application Recovery CD(s)

  • Page 54: Reinstalling Device Drivers

    Log on to access the Windows® desktop. Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the optical disc drive. The VAIO welcome window appears. Click OK, then click Quit to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. Without removing the Application Recovery CD from the optical drive, click Start in the Windows taskbar and then right-click My Computer.
  • Page 55 Click to select the option, Install from a list or specific location (Advanced). Click Next. Click to cancel the option, Search removable media (floppy, CD-ROM...). Select the check box for Include this location in the search and click Browse. The Browse for Folder dialog box appears. 10 Navigate to the optical drive and click to select the Application Recovery CD.
  • Page 56 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 57: Support Options

    Support Options Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support for your VAIO® computer. This section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results.

  • Page 58: Immediate Help And Support

    You can find instructions on how to plan an ergonomic work space, connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, register your computer with Sony, and establish a dial-up connection to the Internet. The Quick Start can also provide troubleshooting support, if problems occur.

  • Page 59: Software Help And Support

    To view the specific software preinstalled on your computer, see the online specifications sheet. * You can locate the online Help for Sony software applications by pointing to the individual application’s icon and selecting Help from the submenu.

  • Page 60: Contacting Sony For Help And Support

    Sony Computing Support Web site Online help and support are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, when you visit the Sony Computing Support Web site. You can access the Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. The Sony Computing Support Web site provides ❑...
  • Page 61 Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue, you can contact a Sony Support representative directly. Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available. VAIO® computer system type...
  • Page 64 © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in USA 4-672-086-11...

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