Sony VAIO VGN-P Series, Operating Instructions - Hardware Manual

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Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Bluetooth Function
Using the Bluetooth Function
You can establish wireless communications between your computer and other Bluetooth
®
devices such as another computer
or a mobile phone. You can transfer data between these devices without cables at a range of up to 10 meters in an open area.
Notes on using the Bluetooth function
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The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions:
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Obstacles, such as walls, located between devices
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Distance between devices
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Material used in walls
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Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones
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Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions
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Device configuration
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Type of software application
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Type of operating system
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Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer
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Size of file being exchanged
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Large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard and
electromagnetic interference in the environment.
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All Bluetooth devices must be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are maintained. Even if
standards are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Data exchange may
not be possible in all situations.