Sony VAIO VGC-RA842G, User Manual

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About the Speakers
Why is there no sound in any software program?
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Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack.
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If your speakers have a mute button, verify that it is turned off.
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If your speakers are powered by batteries, verify that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are
charged.
 If your speakers use an external power source, verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or
power strip.
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If your speakers have volume control, check the volume level.
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You may not hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer.
 If the software program you are using has its own volume control, check that the volume is turned up.
 Check the volume controls in the Windows
®
operating system using these steps:
1.
Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel .
2.
Select Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices , then click Adjust the system volume .
3.
From the Volume tab, adjust the Device volume by moving the slider bar to the desired sound level.
Verify that the Mute option is not selected.
 Check that the Mute check box is not selected in the Volume Control window.
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The sound driver(s) may not be working properly.
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