Sony PCV-R545DS - Manual (Page 74)

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 convergence features.
Features
For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO Digital Studio Computer, see Specifications .
 i.LINK
®
(IEEE-1394): Two built-in i.LINK ports provide you with front and rear 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 camera that supports the i.LINK
interface (such as the 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.
 Digital Media Park : This suite of Sony original applications includes PictureGear, Smart
Capture, DVgate, and Media Bar. Using the i.LINK connector, you can capture, view, and share
both still and video images, then catalog everything for fast and easy storage and retrieval.
 Exceptional performance: Your computer includes an Intel ® processor, a high-speed V.90
compatible data/fax modem, 1 and the following high-performance drives.
o DVD drive: This new optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a
rich multimedia computing experience. Your 8X DVD-ROM drive plays both DVDs and CDs.
o CD-RW drive: This drive is the ideal solution for making backups and archiving data, with
the ability to store up to 650 MB
2 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 PS/2 ® 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.
 Microsoft ® Windows ® 98 Second Edition operating system: Your system includes the latest
operating system from Microsoft.
 Communications: Access popular online services, browse the Internet, send faxes, and more.
Unpacking Your Computer
Computer and Supplied Accessories
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