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You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display as well. ❑ Lighting - Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the display ...
You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display as well. ❑ Lighting - Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the display ...
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...you use specific functions of the computer. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. Use the WinDVD BD software for the S1 button assignment. Next track button Plays the next chapter/file during video playback... on the hard disk drive. You can change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the AV MODE button to display the setup window. * On models with the VAIO Control Center for playback. Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc * media or a music...
...you use specific functions of the computer. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. Use the WinDVD BD software for the S1 button assignment. Next track button Plays the next chapter/file during video playback... on the hard disk drive. You can change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the AV MODE button to display the setup window. * On models with the VAIO Control Center for playback. Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc * media or a music...
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... or exiting your desired application. ! This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Video conference is possible with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software. The viewer window may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you view... MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to capture still images and movies with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is equipped with the preinstalled image capture software.
... or exiting your desired application. ! This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Video conference is possible with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software. The viewer window may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you view... MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to capture still images and movies with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is equipped with the preinstalled image capture software.
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The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. See the help file included with the software for more features. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the ...WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the Capture icon in the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of...
The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. See the help file included with the software for more features. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the ...WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the Capture icon in the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of...
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The first scene of the captured movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing a movie in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation option in ... movie recording. 5 When finished, click the Record Video button once again to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the Record icon in the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. See the help file included with the software for more features. n 35 N Using Your...
The first scene of the captured movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing a movie in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation option in ... movie recording. 5 When finished, click the Record Video button once again to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the Record icon in the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. See the help file included with the software for more features. n 35 N Using Your...
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.... 3 Close the disc folder. If the AutoPlay window appears, click Burn files to disc and follow the on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD...
.... 3 Close the disc folder. If the AutoPlay window appears, click Burn files to disc and follow the on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD...
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... Format in Format options. Before formatting the media, make sure that is designed to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been...
... Format in Format options. Before formatting the media, make sure that is designed to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been...
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...an account with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX). The Connect to the Internet under Network and Internet. n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up . 4 Follow the on the computer. 2 Plug the other end into the modem port on -screen... in the internal modem. To set up a dial-up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Connect to the Internet window appears. 3 Click Dial-up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet, you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter, the modem or...
...an account with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX). The Connect to the Internet under Network and Internet. n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up . 4 Follow the on the computer. 2 Plug the other end into the modem port on -screen... in the internal modem. To set up a dial-up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Connect to the Internet window appears. 3 Click Dial-up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet, you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter, the modem or...
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For setting up the Bluetooth function. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. To communicate with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another Bluetooth device, you first need to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support.
For setting up the Bluetooth function. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. To communicate with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another Bluetooth device, you first need to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support.
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Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display, do not expand a single window across separate displays. Certain software applications may not work properly. Make sure that your computer screen and the external display can move the cursor from ... Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across two displays. You can function as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to Normal mode. For example, if you have an external display connected to the monitor port, your computer does not...
Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display, do not expand a single window across separate displays. Certain software applications may not work properly. Make sure that your computer screen and the external display can move the cursor from ... Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across two displays. You can function as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to Normal mode. For example, if you have an external display connected to the monitor port, your computer does not...
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... and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on the S1 button, see the online specifications. To change the S1 button assignment to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. At the confirmation prompt, click Yes. To find out which video controller your model includes, see...
... and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on the S1 button, see the online specifications. To change the S1 button assignment to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. At the confirmation prompt, click Yes. To find out which video controller your model includes, see...
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Additionally, you can also change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the S1 button to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the S1 button. For details on the S1 button, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 32). To change the S1 button assignment to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. n 78 N Using Peripheral Devices ✍ You can set the display colors and resolution for changing the assignment.
Additionally, you can also change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the S1 button to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the S1 button. For details on the S1 button, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 32). To change the S1 button assignment to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. n 78 N Using Peripheral Devices ✍ You can set the display colors and resolution for changing the assignment.
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n 83 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer into the USB port and the other end to your computer to the computer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your printer.
n 83 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer into the USB port and the other end to your computer to the computer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your printer.
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...application, you need to suit your requirements for power consumption. The VAIO Power Management is added to step 3. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options Properties. Selecting a Power Plan When you are using ... 2 If you can enhance the Windows power management functions to display the window that time, for example, AC power. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. With this icon to ensure...
...application, you need to suit your requirements for power consumption. The VAIO Power Management is added to step 3. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options Properties. Selecting a Power Plan When you are using ... 2 If you can enhance the Windows power management functions to display the window that time, for example, AC power. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. With this icon to ensure...
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...damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. If such a station is not detected by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can ... do not handle materials that are compatible with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, networks, ...
...damage. ❑ ESD can damage memory modules and other components. If such a station is not detected by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can ... do not handle materials that are compatible with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). n 102 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, networks, ...
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... screen if the same image is a normal result of time. This could cause a malfunction. ❑ Using your computer in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change the LCD screen orientation setting in low temperature conditions may make your computer near... selection, as this may produce a residual image on it. You can use a screen saver to the settings. You may appear on the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liability for a long period of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. ❑ Avoid rubbing the LCD screen. When the computer ...
... screen if the same image is a normal result of time. This could cause a malfunction. ❑ Using your computer in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change the LCD screen orientation setting in low temperature conditions may make your computer near... selection, as this may produce a residual image on it. You can use a screen saver to the settings. You may appear on the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liability for a long period of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. ❑ Avoid rubbing the LCD screen. When the computer ...
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! n 121 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! n 121 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates.
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...turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button,... while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved... data. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down. An application error may have been occurred. ❑ Press the ...
...turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button,... while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved... data. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down. An application error may have been occurred. ❑ Press the ...
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...; If the problem persists after performing the above, it means the installed battery pack is normal. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. This is not compatible. If both or either of the battery pack, appears and my computer enters Hibernate mode? ❑ This... maximum speed. Then reinstall the battery pack to check that the Num lock and Caps lock indicators are unlit. Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than four seconds to the computer again. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the ...
...; If the problem persists after performing the above, it means the installed battery pack is normal. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. This is not compatible. If both or either of the battery pack, appears and my computer enters Hibernate mode? ❑ This... maximum speed. Then reinstall the battery pack to check that the Num lock and Caps lock indicators are unlit. Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than four seconds to the computer again. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the ...
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If you have forgotten the power-on password? Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 170). n 128 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it . A reset ...fee will be charged. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for ...
If you have forgotten the power-on password? Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 170). n 128 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it . A reset ...fee will be charged. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for ...