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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, DVgate, Digital Media Park, Handycam, Mavica, PictureGear, i.LINK, and S-Link are trademarks of Sony. Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows 98 logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-E518DS Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 Telephone No: 201-930-6970 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the two following 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. Contents Welcome ............................................................................................5 Features..............................................................................................5 Unpacking Your Computer ............................................................7 Back Panel Overview .......................................................................9 Front Panel Overview....................................................................10 Supplementary Information .........................................................11 About the Software On Your Computer.....................................18 For Answers to Your Software Questions ..................................23 Specifications...................................................................................26 4 Welcome 5 Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing. Features -For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer, see page 26. . Exceptional performance: Your computer includes a brand new Intel® Pentium® III processor, a CD-RW drive, and a V.90 compatible data/fax modem.* . CD-RW drive: This drive is the ideal solution for making backups and data archiving, 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. . VAIO Smart™ Keyboard: This USB keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching your favorite programs or accessing the Internet. . Sony audio and video quality: High-fidelity positional 3D audio system (A3D™), high-powered 3D graphics (AGP), and “Sony- Tuned” MPEG digital video playback enable you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software. . S-Link™ (Control-A1): This technology allows you to build a database of all your music and video CDs and then record your favorite audio selections on MiniDiscs. Use your computer with a 200 disc mega-storage CD changer and a MiniDisc recording deck. * Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and government regulations. † 530 MB after formatting. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Read Me First . i.LINK™ (IEEE 1394): Three built-in i.LINK ports provide you with maximum digital connection capability. The i.LINK name and logo identify a digital interface (IEEE 1394) for high speed communication. By using your VAIO Digital Studio Computer, a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder, the DVgate™ software preinstalled on your computer, and the i.LINK (IEEE 1394) interface, you can easily create and edit your own home videos. . Optical Digital Audio Output: This high-quality digital interface transmits digital audio data via light pulses. Transfer crystal clear digital audio to your MiniDisc recorder. . Digital Studio Software: Enjoy all of your computer’s audio and video capabilities with component-like applications that allow you to creatively manipulate digital still images, video clips, and audio tracks. . 50 free hours of Internet access: Use the Internet for up to 50 free hours when you sign up with GTE (no credit card required). Limit of two hours per day. Free access expires after 50 hours or 90 days after signing up—whichever occurs first. . Preinstalled software titles: All the software on your computer is preinstalled, configured, and ready for you to use right out of the box. . Windows® 98: Your system includes the latest op...