VAIO Digital Studio™ User Guide

Recording a CD

You can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists in OpenMG Jukebox.

✍When you record from an audio CD on your CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive for the first time, the “CD Drive Optimization” dialog box appears. Click Start to verify your CD-RW/ DVD-ROM drive. After the verification is performed, recording begins.

1Insert an audio CD into your system’s CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.

2Click the CD tab.

3Use the drop-down lists to select the Bit Rate, CD drive, and Record To destination.

CD tab window

4You can select specific tracks on your CD by removing the checkmark from the tracks you don’t want to record. You can clear all selected tracks by clicking in the empty checkbox next to Select All, and then select the tracks you want to record.

5Click Rec to Jukebox to begin recording. When the recording is finished, the new playlist appears in the File tree view of the Playlist window. You can change to this feature view by clicking on the Playlist tab.

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Sony PCV-RX370DS, PCV-RX380DS manual Recording a CD
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PCV-RX370DS, PCV-RX380DS specifications

The Sony PCV-RX380DS and PCV-RX370DS are notable desktop computers that epitomize Sony's commitment to innovation and quality in personal computing. These models, released in the early 2000s, were designed for both home and office use, catering to a range of users from casual web surfers to more demanding multimedia enthusiasts.

One of the standout features of the PCV-RX380DS is its powerful Intel Pentium 4 processor, which was renowned for its high clock speeds and efficient performance. The RX380DS typically came with 512MB of RAM, expandable to 2GB. This capacity enabled smooth multitasking and ensured users could run multiple applications seamlessly. The PCV-RX370DS, while slightly less powerful, still offered a Pentium 4 processing capability, making it suitable for most everyday tasks.

Both models featured a Dual Drive setup, combining a CD-RW drive with a DVD-ROM. This combination allowed users to easily create CDs and play DVDs, paving the way for a rich multimedia experience at home. Whether it was watching movies or burning personal media, these systems were equipped to handle both tasks effortlessly.

In terms of graphics, the PCV-RX380DS was equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce 2 MX video card, delivering good visual performance for its time. This was especially beneficial for gaming and graphic-intensive applications, allowing users to enjoy a solid gaming experience or work on creative projects with ease. The PCV-RX370DS utilized an integrated graphics solution, catering to users who had less demanding graphics needs.

Connectivity options also played a significant role in these models. They came with a range of ports, including USB 2.0, allowing for faster data transfers with modern devices, alongside a firewire port for video and audio equipment connectivity. Integrated audio capabilities with support for 5.1 surround sound enriched the multimedia experience further.

Aesthetically, these PCs featured a sleek design, fitting well into a modern workspace or home environment. The casing was both stylish and functional, with a user-friendly layout allowing easy access to internal components for upgrades.

Overall, the Sony PCV-RX380DS and PCV-RX370DS stand out as solid desktop options from their time, equipped with features that appealed to a wide demographic of users, from those looking for basic computing needs to those seeking a more robust multimedia experience. The combination of performance, multimedia capabilities, and stylish design made these PCs a noteworthy part of Sony's computing lineage.
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