For tapes that include a mixture of both SP and LP mode, the information displayed by the capture
progress indicator may not be accurate.
Make sure the video head of your digital video device is properly cleaned. Anomalies that you see
in captured data could be due to dust or other particles on the video head.
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The last frame captured is one frame before your selected [OUT] point. The frame you see
immediately after clicking the [OUT] button is not captured.
When recording AVI files to tape:
Do not use DVgate Motion when the connected digital video peripheral is in Timer Recording mode,
as this could produce a malfunction in the peripheral.
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You can record only AVI files. MPEG files cannot be recorded.
To avoid recording problems, such as a single frame appearing in multiple frames, close other
applications on your system while recording.
You cannot use different audio modes on the same tape. If you have AVI files that use different
audio modes, they cannot be recorded at the same time, but must be recorded separately.
Do not attempt to work with AVI files that are smaller than 4 MB.
DVgate Motion does not support hard disk compression. You should not use disk compression if
you are planning to work with DVgate Motion.
In order to maximize recording capabilities, video and audio data are not available while you are
recording.
If DVgate Motion indicates that frames have been dropped, you should try closing all open
applications, or you may need to defragment your hard drive.
Restoring Audio Drivers
When you restore the audio drivers from the Application Recovery CD, you need to restart your
system to use these drivers. In the Add New Hardware wizard that appears when you restart, click
the Next button until you are prompted for the location of the drivers. The audio drivers are located
on the Application Recovery CD in G:\drivers\audio\AL98091701\English.
Using AC-3 to Optical Digital Audio Output
Minidisc player/recorders, DAT player/recorders, and older digital receivers do not support Dolby
Digital (AC-3). You should not use the AC-3 to Optical Digital Audio Output option unless you are
using a device that supports Dolby Digital. Please refer to the manual supplied with your equipment
to determine if it supports Dolby Digital. If you are unsure and you have selected the AC-3 to
Optical Digital Audio Output option, turn down the volume on your equipment before using the DVD
player.
Using America Online or Sony Online Support with WinFax® Basic
Once you have configured WinFax Basic, it is automatically available for your use. You cannot use
America Online or Sony Online Support when the automatic fax receive feature of WinFax Basic is
on. To disable this feature, right click the WinFax icon in the task tray at the bottom right corner of
your screen, and then select Exit.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
When upgrading memory, use only 3.3V 64-bit PC-100 SDRAM DIMM module. For more
information on Digital Studio Computer compatible memory, call Sony at 1-888-4SONYPC
(1-888-476-6972).
Application Recovery CD Content
The Application Recovery CD(s) allow you to reinstall individual applications and device drivers if
they are corrupted or accidentally erased. The
User Guide
explains how to use the Application
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