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... 118 Internet 120 Networking 122 Optical Discs 125 Display 129 Printing 133 Microphone 134 Speakers 135 Touch Pad 136 Keyboard 137 Floppy Disks 138 Audio/Video 139 Memory Stick 141 Peripherals 142 Trademarks 143 Notice 145
... 118 Internet 120 Networking 122 Optical Discs 125 Display 129 Printing 133 Microphone 134 Speakers 135 Touch Pad 136 Keyboard 137 Floppy Disks 138 Audio/Video 139 Memory Stick 141 Peripherals 142 Trademarks 143 Notice 145
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... manual may not be available on your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin .... ! How to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to find out about...
... manual may not be available on your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin .... ! How to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to find out about...
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...instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in MOTION EYE camera. You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera. With the preinstalled image capture software, you are using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using ...the help file included with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software. For detailed information on the computer activates the built-in the properties window. Video conference is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or a movie in a dark...
...instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in MOTION EYE camera. You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera. With the preinstalled image capture software, you are using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using ...the help file included with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software. For detailed information on the computer activates the built-in the properties window. Video conference is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or a movie in a dark...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 37 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, ... (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video RW RW (Double (Dual RAM*1 *2 ROM Layer) Layer) BD-R/RE*3 DVD±RW/ P P P P PR P P PR PR PR PR...RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the model you purchased. Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD-
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 37 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, ... (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video RW RW (Double (Dual RAM*1 *2 ROM Layer) Layer) BD-R/RE*3 DVD±RW/ P P P P PR P P PR PR PR PR...RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the model you purchased. Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD-
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... AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Region settings are not compliant with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing... packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Some contents may cause the computer to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. A DualDisc is not possible. For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer...
... AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Region settings are not compliant with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing... packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Some contents may cause the computer to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. A DualDisc is not possible. For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 46 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Do not force it clicks into the slot. To insert an...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 46 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Do not force it clicks into the slot. To insert an...
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... card ❑ MultiMediaCard (MMC) For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 48 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped...
... card ❑ MultiMediaCard (MMC) For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 48 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped...
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See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer screen or the connected display to work on the video controller used in the computer. The procedure for selecting a display depends on your computer screen and the external display at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 65) for more information. Using Peripheral Devices > Selecting Display Modes n 63 N Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected, you want to use as the primary monitor. If you can select either your computer.
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer screen or the connected display to work on the video controller used in the computer. The procedure for selecting a display depends on your computer screen and the external display at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 65) for more information. Using Peripheral Devices > Selecting Display Modes n 63 N Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected, you want to use as the primary monitor. If you can select either your computer.
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... desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ❑ On models with the NVIDIA video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Additional Options. 3 Click NVIDIA Control Panel. 4 Select the display setup option under Display. 5... Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ❑ On models with the ATI video controller When the computer has an external display connected, you can change the Main/Clone setting as follows: 1 Click Start, All Programs,...
... desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ❑ On models with the NVIDIA video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Additional Options. 3 Click NVIDIA Control Panel. 4 Select the display setup option under Display. 5... Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ❑ On models with the ATI video controller When the computer has an external display connected, you can change the Main/Clone setting as follows: 1 Click Start, All Programs,...
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... and the external display can move the cursor from one display to the other . The procedure for using the Multiple Monitors function depends on the video controller used in the computer. Using Peripheral Devices > Using the Multiple Monitors Function n 65 N Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you...
... and the external display can move the cursor from one display to the other . The procedure for using the Multiple Monitors function depends on the video controller used in the computer. Using Peripheral Devices > Using the Multiple Monitors Function n 65 N Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you...
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... N To use the Multiple Monitors function ✍ Your external display may not return to change the settings. ❑ On models with the NVIDIA or ATI video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Right-click the number 2 monitor and select Attached. 4 Click OK. Otherwise...
... N To use the Multiple Monitors function ✍ Your external display may not return to change the settings. ❑ On models with the NVIDIA or ATI video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Right-click the number 2 monitor and select Attached. 4 Click OK. Otherwise...
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The procedure to your system, such as a digital video camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- compatible devices you ... in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with other . Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ The i.LINK port on the transfer rate of Sony Corporation used only to an external device. See the manual that came with your computer does not supply power to designate that came with your...
The procedure to your system, such as a digital video camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- compatible devices you ... in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with other . Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ The i.LINK port on the transfer rate of Sony Corporation used only to an external device. See the manual that came with your computer does not supply power to designate that came with your...
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Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 72 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on a Memory Stick when using an i.LINK connection. You cannot access the pictures stored on your compatible i.LINK device. See the manual that came with the device for more information.
Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 72 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on a Memory Stick when using an i.LINK connection. You cannot access the pictures stored on your compatible i.LINK device. See the manual that came with the device for more information.
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... of the built-in MOTION EYE camera, as it may cause the camera to malfunction. ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i.LINK-compatible device connected to pressure. If the cover is extremely dirty, wipe it off with a blower brush...
... of the built-in MOTION EYE camera, as it may cause the camera to malfunction. ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i.LINK-compatible device connected to pressure. If the cover is extremely dirty, wipe it off with a blower brush...
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Troubleshooting > ❑ Printing (page 133) ❑ Microphone (page 134) ❑ Speakers (page 135) ❑ Touch Pad (page 136) ❑ Keyboard (page 137) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 138) ❑ Audio/Video (page 139) ❑ Memory Stick (page 141) ❑ Peripherals (page 142) n 108 N
Troubleshooting > ❑ Printing (page 133) ❑ Microphone (page 134) ❑ Speakers (page 135) ❑ Touch Pad (page 136) ❑ Keyboard (page 137) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 138) ❑ Audio/Video (page 139) ❑ Memory Stick (page 141) ❑ Peripherals (page 142) n 108 N
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...the Enter key. 5 Press the M or m key to select the device to which you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order? If not, restart... press the Enter key. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? You can I change the boot device order. If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your...
...the Enter key. 5 Press the M or m key to select the device to which you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order? If not, restart... press the Enter key. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? You can I change the boot device order. If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your...
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... computer is running out of camera images. If your computer to the mismatch between lighting output frequency and shutter speed. Why is the video input from the built-in use the camera under fluorescent lights due to an AC power source. To change the corresponding power saving mode... setting. light source, flicker, etc.) to one of the camera properties (e.g. The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. Connect...
... computer is running out of camera images. If your computer to the mismatch between lighting output frequency and shutter speed. Why is the video input from the built-in use the camera under fluorescent lights due to an AC power source. To change the corresponding power saving mode... setting. light source, flicker, etc.) to one of the camera properties (e.g. The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. Connect...
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.... If the computer is charged. Selecting any key to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys. If the screen saver is using video/image software or playing DVDs, as it from displaying images successfully. See Using the Battery Pack (page 20) for more information. ❑...and colors. Some screen savers have been found to select Highest (32 bit) for more information. ❑ Make sure your screen saver before using video/image software or starting DVD playback. Troubleshooting > Display n 129 N Display Why did my screen go blank? ❑ Your computer screen may ...
.... If the computer is charged. Selecting any key to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys. If the screen saver is using video/image software or playing DVDs, as it from displaying images successfully. See Using the Battery Pack (page 20) for more information. ❑...and colors. Some screen savers have been found to select Highest (32 bit) for more information. ❑ Make sure your screen saver before using video/image software or starting DVD playback. Troubleshooting > Display n 129 N Display Why did my screen go blank? ❑ Your computer screen may ...
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... click Display Settings, Advanced Settings, and the Adaptor tab. The displayed value may be different from the actual amount of the graphics and video memory available. See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key (page 30) for changing the display output. In this case, lower the resolution... of your computer screen. Alternatively, you cannot display a video on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Move the slider under Resolution to the left to reduce or to the right ...
... click Display Settings, Advanced Settings, and the Adaptor tab. The displayed value may be different from the actual amount of the graphics and video memory available. See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key (page 30) for changing the display output. In this case, lower the resolution... of your computer screen. Alternatively, you cannot display a video on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Move the slider under Resolution to the left to reduce or to the right ...
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Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 139 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio ... the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do I cannot use my digital video camcorder?
Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 139 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio ... the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do I cannot use my digital video camcorder?