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Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function

Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Control Buttons

The HDMI/VIDEO input control buttons are located on the right of your computer

(page 14)

for operations with the HDMI/

VIDEO input function, including input source selections and On-Screen Display (OSD) menu operations.

The following table describes the task(s) assigned to each control button.

HDMI/VIDEO input control button

Assigned task

INPUT/OK

button

Displays the audio/video input selection window. Select the input among three sources (HDMI input,
video input, and computer input) with the

buttons and press the

INPUT/OK

button. This button also

executes your selection on the OSD menu.

✍

While the HDMI input or the video input is selected, the corresponding indicator light illuminates in green

(page 17)

MENU

button

Shows/hides the OSD menu on your computer screen.

The Touch screen function and the Edge Access are not available on the OSD menu.

VOL

(

) buttons

Increase (

) or decrease (

) the volume.

✍

The volume control buttons, including the muting button, on the wireless keyboard work only on the Windows
operating system while the operating system is running regardless of the current audio/video input source.

(Up/Down) buttons

Navigate through options on the OSD menu.

Содержание Vaio VPCL2 Series

Страница 1: ...N User Guide Personal Computer VPCL2 Series ...

Страница 2: ...g the Built in Camera 54 Using the Optical Disc Drive 55 Using the 3D Function 63 Using the HDMI VIDEO Input Function 65 Using Memory Stick 70 Using Other Modules Memory Cards 77 Using the Internet 81 Using the Network LAN 82 Using the Wireless LAN 83 Using the BLUETOOTH Function 88 Using Peripheral Devices 93 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones 94 Connecting an External Display 95 Selectin...

Страница 3: ...e Device 138 Troubleshooting 139 Computer Operations 141 System Update Security 146 Recovery Recovery Media 147 Partition 148 Built in Camera 149 Networking LAN Wireless LAN 151 BLUETOOTH Technology 155 Optical Discs 158 Display 163 Printing 167 Microphone 168 Mouse 169 Speakers 171 Touch Screen 173 Keyboard 174 Floppy Disks 175 Audio Video 176 HDMI VIDEO Input Function 179 Memory Stick 180 Periph...

Страница 4: ...uting and communications to provide you with a state of the art computing experience External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer How to find specifications Some features options and supplied items may not be available on your computer To find out about the configuration of your computer visit the web site at http www sony asia com ...

Страница 5: ...puter 1 Printed Documentation Quick Start Guide An overview of components connection set up information etc Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Enjoying 3D Information Guide On selected models only Safety Regulations etc Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology read the Safety Regulations carefully ...

Страница 6: ...oubleshooting information To access VAIO User Guide click Start All Programs and VAIO Manual Windows Help and Support A comprehensive resource for practical advice tutorials and demonstrations to help you learn to use your computer To access Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support or press and hold the Microsoft Windows key and press the F1 key ...

Страница 7: ...ommonly encountered problems http www sony asia com support vaio onlinesupport Online registration You can register your computer online at the following URL http www sony asia com support vaio registration Contact information You can contact us at the following URL http www sony asia com support vaio contactus For other Sony products visit the web site at http www sony asia com ...

Страница 8: ...utral comfortable position while using the keyboard or the pointing device Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Take frequent breaks while using your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes muscles or tendons Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortabl...

Страница 9: ...ter display within the range from about 5 to 25 degrees While adjusting the viewing angle do not exert excessive pressure on your computer to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency Ven...

Страница 10: ...come with your computer Upon completion connect one device for example a printer an external hard disk drive a scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturer s instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 11 About the Indicator Lights page 17 Setting Up Your Computer page 18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 25 Using the Power Saving Mode page 26 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Con...

Страница 11: ...s and Ports Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications ...

Страница 12: ... video input source to the computer input or starts the Windows operating system in the background I 3D sync transmitter J Built in camera page 54 K Built in camera indicator page 17 L LCD screen touch screen page 45 Due to the mechanical design of the touch screen of your computer some areas of the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for an extended period of time This...

Страница 13: ...re you touch it A Air exhaust vent B Foot stand page 128 C LAN port page 82 D DC IN port page 18 E HDMI OUTPUT port 1 page 95 F HDMI INPUT port page 65 G VIDEO INPUT jacks page 65 H USB ports 2 page 106 1 There may be no sound from an output device connected to the HDMI OUTPUT port for the first few seconds after playback starts This is not a malfunction 2 Compliant with the USB 2 0 standard ...

Страница 14: ...trols and Ports Right A Optical disc drive page 55 B Manual eject hole page 158 C Drive eject button page 55 D VOL buttons page 67 E MENU button page 67 F V v Up Down buttons page 67 G INPUT OK button page 67 H DISPLAY OFF button page 50 ...

Страница 15: ... ports 2 page 106 D i LINK 4 pin S400 port page 108 E Headphones jack page 94 F Microphone jack page 105 G ASSIST button page 50 1 Supports Duo size Memory Stick and the SD memory card However they cannot be used simultaneously 2 Compliant with the USB 2 0 3 0 standards USB ports that are compliant with the USB 3 0 standard are identifiable by their blue color ...

Страница 16: ...16 n N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Bottom A Built in microphone monaural B Built in speakers stereo Air intake vents ...

Страница 17: ...dio video input source WEB Illuminates in green while the Quick Web Access function is activated Built in camera Illuminates while the built in camera is in use Media access Illuminates while data access to a memory card such as Memory Stick and an SD memory card is in progress Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit When the indicator light is un...

Страница 18: ...ing a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 2 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 3 ...

Страница 19: ... IN port 4 The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on you will lose all unsaved data To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source turn off the computer and unplug the AC adapter Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible ...

Страница 20: ...at The weight of your computer is within the range of supported weight of your mounting system See the manual that came with your mounting system for the weight information You shut down the computer turn off all peripheral devices disconnect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices from the power source and then wait about an hour until the computer cools down before proceeding While your comput...

Страница 21: ...When facing down your computer be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the screen frame 2 Remove the four screws and take the foot stand off the computer The foot stand is securely attached to your computer While holding down the bottom part of the main unit firmly grasp the foot stand and pull the stand out of the unit ...

Страница 22: ...22 n N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer 3 Remove the 17 screws 1 from the back of the foot stand and take off the mounting base plate 2 Be sure to keep the removed screws for future use ...

Страница 23: ...23 n N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer 4 Remove the two screws 3 on the back of the computer ...

Страница 24: ...screws 5 attached at the same place in step 3 Be sure to tighten the screws with adequate torque 6 Secure your wall mount attachment to your computer with four M4 x 7 mm screws not supplied Do not use the screws attached to the computer 7 Follow the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting system to mount your computer ...

Страница 25: ... shut down your computer properly as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Save your data and close all running software applications 3 Click Start and the Shut down button After a short time the computer automatically turns off Make sure the power indicator light turns off ...

Страница 26: ...tend to use it for an extended period of time Mode Description Normal mode This is the normal state of your computer while it is in use The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is in this mode Sleep mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built in storage device s and the CPU into a low power consumption mode The orange power indicator light blinks slowly while you...

Страница 27: ...use button Move the wireless mouse Press the power button on your computer We recommend that you turn off the power switch on the bottom of your wireless mouse when you place your computer into Sleep mode This will prevent the computer from returning to Normal mode when the mouse is unintentionally moved Make sure that the battery of your wireless keyboard is properly installed and not running out...

Страница 28: ... will enter Sleep mode To modify this you can change the Sleep mode settings To change the Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes ...

Страница 29: ...efficiency security and functionality The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet and downloads and installs them on the computer Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions VAIO Update 5 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Update and then follow the on screen instructions Your computer must be connecte...

Страница 30: ...et to download the updates Trend Micro 1 Click Start All Programs Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security and Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security 2 Follow the on screen instructions McAfee 1 Click Start All Programs McAfee and McAfee Internet Security or McAfee Total Protection 2 Follow the on screen instructions Norton Internet Security 1 Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security and Live...

Страница 31: ...ate measures to solve the problem To launch the VAIO Care On models with the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on On models without the ASSIST button Click Start All Programs and VAIO Care See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information On models with the ASSIST button pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue T...

Страница 32: ...cess page 49 Using Special function Buttons page 50 Using the Quick Web Access Function page 52 Using the Built in Camera page 54 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 55 Using the 3D Function page 63 Using the HDMI VIDEO Input Function page 65 Using Memory Stick page 70 Using Other Modules Memory Cards page 77 Using the Internet page 81 Using the Network LAN page 82 Using the Wireless LAN page 83 Usi...

Страница 33: ... Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with the HDMI VIDEO input function page 65 ...

Страница 34: ...f the wireless keyboard is left unused for 20 minutes or longer your computer enters Sleep mode To bring it back into Normal mode press any key on the wireless keyboard To maintain good communication operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of keyboard approximately 10 m from your computer Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz band near yo...

Страница 35: ...rease lighting intensity of the LCD screen B Num Lk Scr Lk key Activates deactivates Num Lk mode To activate deactivate Scr Lk mode use this key in conjunction with the Fn key When Num Lk or Scr Lk mode is activated or deactivated the Num lock or Scroll lock icon appears on the taskbar along with a pop up message to indicate a mode change You can keep the Num lock and or Scroll lock icon on the ta...

Страница 36: ...ys the Start menu K E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the Fn key L Applications key Displays a context sensitive shortcut menu if any M Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on the computer screen N Indicator lights Battery Stays off while the AA battery for the wireless keyboard is sufficient and blinks when the battery is running out of power Caps lock Turn...

Страница 37: ...7 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A Keyboard feet Flip open to put the wireless keyboard in a more ergonomic position B Battery compartment page 34 Storage compartment for the AA battery ...

Страница 38: ... need to perform the connection operations before using your wireless keyboard While your wireless keyboard is successfully working do not perform the connection operations as this may cause a malfunction 1 Make sure that the supplied battery is properly installed on your wireless keyboard and then slide the power switch on the keyboard to the OFF position 2 Turn on the computer 3 If the computer ...

Страница 39: ...ect If the User Account Control window appears click Yes 7 Wait until the utility window for re connection appears and then slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to the ON position It may take a while before the utility window appears 8 Wait until the utility window notifies that the wireless keyboard should now be working and then close the utility window ...

Страница 40: ...40 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Mouse Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer The wireless mouse has no cables to plug in and uses a laser sensor instead of a ball ...

Страница 41: ...mmunication operate the wireless mouse within the distance limitations of mouse approximately 10 m from your computer Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz band near your wireless mouse These devices may create radio interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal repetitive patter...

Страница 42: ...otate the central wheel to scroll up or down a page Press the wheel once to lock the scroll action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse the scroll function is available only with applications that support it D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the mouse on and off E Battery compartment page 41 Storage compartment for the AA battery F Status light Blinks in orange when the mouse ...

Страница 43: ...talled on your wireless mouse and then slide the power switch on the mouse to the OFF position 2 Turn on the computer 3 If the computer has multiple user accounts press the or key to select the one with administrative rights and press the Enter key 4 Wait until the Windows starts and then press the Windows key on the wireless keyboard to display the Start menu 5 Enter wconnect and press the Enter ...

Страница 44: ... n N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Mouse Adjusting the Mouse Functions 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound The Mouse Properties window appears 3 Change the settings ...

Страница 45: ...ouch screen function is disabled while you are using the HDMI VIDEO input function See Using the HDMI VIDEO Input Function page 65 for more information Gesture Description Tap Tap on the touch screen once with a finger This gesture is equivalent to a click with a mouse Double tap Tap on the touch screen twice in quick succession with a finger This gesture is equivalent to a double click with a mou...

Страница 46: ...ure is successfully recognized an icon appears with a description of the assignment on the desktop To add or change the flick assignments click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Pen and Touch to access the Flick tab Zoom With some software applications you can pinch on the touch screen with two fingers for zooming Pinch open to zoom in or pinch close to zoom out Rotate With some software ...

Страница 47: ...ge the setting to enable or disable the touch screen and then click OK You can change the DPI to enlarge the view size of the touch screen for easier touch works To do so click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Display and Set custom text size DPI and then specify your preference Changing the DPI however may distort the screen view while you are using a non compatible software application or ...

Страница 48: ...o touch gently with your fingertip not with the ball of your finger If the area of contact with the touch screen is beyond specifications of the touch screen function your computer may not recognize your touch Depending on the spot you touch on the screen the touch screen sensitivity varies This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Gentle touches always work The degree of pressing force d...

Страница 49: ...er right edge of the computer screen page 12 For detailed information on the Edge Access see the Edge Access Operation Guide To access the Edge Access Operation Guide touch To enable or disable the Edge Access Follow these steps to enable or disable the Edge Access 1 Touch and hold located at the lower right edge of the computer screen for more than two seconds The touch function settings window a...

Страница 50: ...VAIO Care page 31 for more information WEB button While the computer is in Normal mode the WEB button launches the web browser assigned to the button by default While the computer is off the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used with this function See Using the Quick Web Access Function page 52 for more information DISPLAY OFF button Illuminates in or...

Страница 51: ...does not work while The HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio video input source You are viewing 3D content on a 3D capable display connected to your computer with an HDMI cable VAIO button 2 Executes the task that is assigned to the button by default You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center 1 On models equipped with a 3D capable LCD screen only 2 Located...

Страница 52: ... the initial setup wizard Once you have completed the initial setup the web browser used with the Quick Web Access function launches just by pressing the WEB button from the next time Exiting the Quick Web Access Function To launch the Windows operating system you first need to exit the Quick Web Access function To exit the Quick Web Access function do any of the following Click the icon located a...

Страница 53: ...ed you cannot use the ASSIST button any function key the Scr Lk key and the E key in combination with the Fn key for shortcuts the zoom buttons and the VAIO button on the wireless keyboard any port and jack except the DC IN port the LAN port the USB ports and the headphones jack the Memory Stick Duo slot and the SD memory card slot some touch screen functions ...

Страница 54: ...tor light illuminates while the built in camera is in use The software installed on your computer varies depending on your computer s configurations To make a video call using Windows Live Messenger 1 Click Start All Programs and Windows Live Messenger You need to sign in to Windows Live Messenger to make a video call To display images from the built in camera 1 Click Start All Programs ArcSoft We...

Страница 55: ... with an optical disc drive Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the drive eject button 1 or the Fn E keys to open the drive The drive tray slides out ...

Страница 56: ...gently push it toward the drive tray until the disc clicks into place Do not exert pressure on the drive tray Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray when placing removing a disc onto from the drive tray 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in Sleep mode Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc ...

Страница 57: ... PR PR PR PR PR P P 1 The DVD SuperMulti Drive on your computer does not support the DVD RAM cartridge Use non cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge 2 Writing data to single sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant with DVD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported 3 The Blu ray Disc drive on your computer does not support B...

Страница 58: ...ot supported To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continually update the AACS key The AACS key update requires Internet access As with other optical media devices circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu ray Disc media playback VAIO computers may not support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates Region settings are required for some...

Страница 59: ... CDs created with the CD R or CD RW media Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW or DVD RAM media When your computer is equipped with a Blu ray Disc drive Blu ray Disc playback is available on your computer However the drive may not be able to play some Blu ray Disc content or the computer may beco...

Страница 60: ...ea is different from the label you cannot play the disc on your computer To find out the region code for your residence area see the following table Residence area Region code Residence area Region code Residence area Region code Africa 5 Australia 4 China 6 Europe 2 Hong Kong 3 India 5 Indonesia 3 Japan 2 Korea 3 Kuwait 2 Malaysia 3 New Zealand 4 Philippines 3 Russia 5 Saudi Arabia 2 Singapore 3 ...

Страница 61: ...tical disc drive from the All disk drives list and click Properties 5 Click the DVD Region tab 6 Select an appropriate region from the list and click OK You can change the region code only a limited number of times When you have exceeded this number the drive s region code is permanently assigned and you will not be able to change it again Reconfiguring your computer does not reset this count Any ...

Страница 62: ...lay the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with the software Copying Files to Discs To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive Close all running software applications before copying files to a disc 2 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and your desired disc burning software to copy files to the disc...

Страница 63: ... wear the supplied glasses and enjoy a new 3D experience For detailed information on how to play 3D content and use the 3D glasses refer to the Enjoying 3D Information Guide Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer If your computer is equipped with the Blu ray Disc drive but not a 3D ...

Страница 64: ...ction the 2D to 3D conversion function while you are viewing 3D content on your computer screen This function enables you to view 2D content such as DVD media or videos in simulated 3D You cannot use the simulated 3D function while the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio video input source Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV connected to the computer with an HDMI cable page 100 On mode...

Страница 65: ...s from the connected device and play the audio video content on your computer without turning on the computer and starting Windows You cannot capture audio video signals coming through the HDMI INPUT port or the VIDEO INPUT jacks and save them into a file on your computer When you change the audio video input source to the HDMI input or the video input while viewing contents such as Blu ray Disc D...

Страница 66: ...C To connect an external audio video device to your computer 1 Plug one end of an HDMI cable or an audio video cable with triple RCA plugs to an appropriate port or jacks on an external audio video device 2 Plug the other end to the HDMI INPUT port or the VIDEO INPUT jacks on the computer 3 Turn on the connected device The HDMI input indicator light or the VIDEO input indicator light illuminates i...

Страница 67: ...ree sources HDMI input video input and computer input with the V v buttons and press the INPUT OK button This button also executes your selection on the OSD menu While the HDMI input or the video input is selected the corresponding indicator light illuminates in green page 17 MENU button Shows hides the OSD menu on your computer screen The Touch screen function and the Edge Access are not availabl...

Страница 68: ...ction Using the OSD Menu The OSD menu is provided for customizing your computer to suit your preference Press the MENU button on the right of your computer to display the OSD menu and use the V v buttons to navigate through options until you find your desired one ...

Страница 69: ...the procedure Selecting Input Sensing mode You can select one of the three Input Sensing modes AUTO ON AUTO OFF Normal and AUTO OFF Power Save In AUTO ON mode connecting an external audio video device to the HDMI INPUT port or the VIDEO INPUT jacks while your computer is off or in Sleep mode automatically switches the audio video input source to the HDMI input or the video input respectively In AU...

Страница 70: ... it is removable it can be used for external data storage Before You Use Memory Stick The Memory Stick Duo slot on your computer can accommodate the following sizes and types of media Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Your computer supports only Duo size Memory stick and does not support standard size Memory Stick The Memory Stick Duo slot also works as the SD memory ca...

Страница 71: ... and Removing Memory Stick To insert Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot page 15 2 Hold Memory Stick with the arrow pointing toward the slot 3 Carefully slide Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the media into the slot ...

Страница 72: ...to install the software Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents of Memory Stick are displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick icon The Memory Stick icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert Memory Stick into the slot Before using Memory Stick Micro M2 be sure to insert it into an M2 Duo adaptor I...

Страница 73: ...lumes of data may take time to load so make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot page 15 2 Check that the media access indicator light is unlit 3 Push in Memory Stick toward the computer and release Memory Stick ejects 4 Pull Memory Stick out of the slot Be sure to remove Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly ...

Страница 74: ...ng the media make sure that it does not contain your valuable data Do not remove Memory Stick from the slot while formatting This could cause a malfunction 1 Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot page 15 2 Carefully slide Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place 3 Click Start and Computer 4 Right click the Memory Stick icon and select Format 5 Click Restore device defaults The size of the ...

Страница 75: ...75 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Memory Stick 6 Click Start 7 Follow the on screen instructions It may take time to format Memory Stick depending on the media type ...

Страница 76: ... inserting or removing Memory Stick from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot Inserting Memory Stick with multiple conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony Use Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to take advantage of this technology Except for your personal use it is against the copyrigh...

Страница 77: ...eras camcorders music players and other audio video devices Before you use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer can accommodate the following memory cards SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card The SD memory card slot also works as the Memory Stick Duo slot For the latest information on compatible memory cards see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 to vis...

Страница 78: ...t 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot When you insert the SD memory card into the slot for the first time you may be prompted to install driver software If prompted follow the on screen instructions to install the software The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert the card into the slot ...

Страница 79: ... Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot page 15 2 Check that the media access indicator light is unlit 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release The SD memory card ejects 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot ...

Страница 80: ...adaptor of a different type into the memory card slot An incompatible memory card or memory card adaptor may cause difficulty in removing from the slot and can cause damage to your computer Do not insert more than one memory card into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media Notes on using the SD memory card Your computer has been tested and found compat...

Страница 81: ...ct your computer to the Internet ask your ISP To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function you need to set up the wireless LAN network See Using the Wireless LAN page 83 for more information When you connect your computer to the Internet be sure to take appropriate security measures to protect the computer against online threats Depending on the service contract with yo...

Страница 82: ...gs and devices required for LAN access ask your network administrator You can connect your computer to any network without changing the default settings Do not plug a telephone cable into the LAN port on your computer If the LAN port is connected to one of the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the port may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or busine...

Страница 83: ... of technology used See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer WLAN standard Frequency band Remarks IEEE 802 11a 5 GHz Available only on models compliant with the IEEE 802 11a b g n standard IEEE 802 11b g 2 4 GHz The IEEE 802 11g standard provides higher speed communications than the IEEE 802 11b standard IEEE 802 11n 5 GHz 2 4 GHz On models compliant with the IEE...

Страница 84: ...y vary depending on the following conditions Distance between communication devices Existence of obstacles between devices Device configuration Radio conditions Ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls Software in use Communications may be cut off depending on radio conditions Actual communication speed may not be as fast as the one displayed on your compute...

Страница 85: ...ser authentication using 802 1X and Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points Besides that there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy such as password protection end to end encryption virtual private networks and authentication WPA2 the second generation of WPA provides stronger data protect...

Страница 86: ...Connection Setup For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see the manual that came with your access point To start wireless LAN communications 1 Make sure an access point is set up See the manual that came with your access point for more information 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon on the taskbar 3 Click th...

Страница 87: ...ireless LAN Communications To stop wireless LAN communications Click the switch next to Wireless LAN to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window Turning off the wireless LAN function while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss ...

Страница 88: ...nology has an authentication function which allows you to determine with whom you choose to communicate With the authentication function you can prevent any anonymous BLUETOOTH devices from accessing your computer The first time two BLUETOOTH devices communicate a common passkey a password required for authentication should be determined for both devices to be registered Once a device is registere...

Страница 89: ...s To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device you first need to set up the BLUETOOTH function For information on setting up and using the BLUETOOTH function see Windows Help and Support 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon on the taskbar 2 Click the switch next to BLUETOOTH to toggle it to On in the VAI...

Страница 90: ...UETOOTH Function Stopping BLUETOOTH Communications To stop BLUETOOTH communications 1 Turn off the BLUETOOTH device that is communicating with your computer 2 Click the switch next to BLUETOOTH to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window ...

Страница 91: ...ard and electromagnetic interference in the environment 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 Video and audio may not be synchronized if you play videos on your computer w...

Страница 92: ... channel congestion resulting in poor performance of the devices This is normal with BLUETOOTH technology and does not indicate a malfunction High speed communications between your computer and BLUETOOTH devices are available when they are compliant with BLUETOOTH high speed technology For the high speed communications enable both the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH functions on the computer See the sp...

Страница 93: ...the various ports on the computer Connecting External Speakers or Headphones page 94 Connecting an External Display page 95 Selecting Display Modes page 102 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 103 Connecting an External Microphone page 105 Connecting a USB Device page 106 Connecting an i LINK Device page 108 ...

Страница 94: ...nect external sound output devices not supplied such as speakers or headphones to your computer To connect external speakers Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on Connect external speakers 1 to the headphones jack 2 i with a speaker cable 3 not supplied ...

Страница 95: ...95 n N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display Connecting an External Display Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer ...

Страница 96: ...ng the transmission channel of digital video signals for the purpose of copyright protection which enables you to play and view a wide variety of copyright protected and high quality content To view the copyright protected content connect an HDCP compliant monitor to your computer If your computer has a non compliant monitor connected you will not be able to play or view any copyright protected co...

Страница 97: ...or detailed instructions see How do I change the sound output device page 176 1 Plug the power cord of your TV 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug one end of an HDMI cable 2 to the HDMI OUTPUT port 3 on the computer and the other end to the TV 3 Switch the input channel of the TV to external input 4 Set up the TV configuration system If a device driver other than the one provided by Sony is used the image ...

Страница 98: ...98 n N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display See the manual that came with your TV for more information on installation and use The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals ...

Страница 99: ...edia on the computer Be sure to use the 3D glasses specified by the TV manufacturer while viewing 3D images See the manual that came with your 3D TV for detailed information on the 3D function Before viewing 3D images on a 3D capable display you first need to complete the initial setup If your computer is equipped with a 3D capable LCD screen refer to the Enjoying 3D Information Guide to initializ...

Страница 100: ...TV to the computer with an HDMI cable and set up the TV configuration system 2 Press the Windows P keys to change the display output to an external display If your computer is equipped with a 3D capable LCD screen you need to change the screen resolution settings Proceed to the next step If your computer is not equipped with a 3D capable LCD screen skip steps 3 to 5 3 Click Start All Programs and ...

Страница 101: ...e the device for sound output For detailed instructions see How do I change the sound output device page 176 1 Turn on the TV and set its input to the HDMI input 2 Turn on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set its input to the HDMI input 3 Plug one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI input port on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and the other en...

Страница 102: ...ay not be able to display the same content on your computer screen and the external display at the same time depending on the type of your external display Turn on the external display before turning on your computer To select a display mode from the display settings 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Multiple Displays select your desired s...

Страница 103: ... portions of your desktop across separate displays For example if you have an external display connected to your computer your computer screen and the external display can function as a single desktop You can move the cursor from one display to the other This allows you to drag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other ...

Страница 104: ...ng the Multiple Monitors function or the computer may not return to Normal mode If you set different colors on each display do not expand a single window across two displays or your software may not work properly 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Multiple Displays select Extend these displays and then click OK You can set the display color...

Страница 105: ...icrophone Connecting an External Microphone You can connect an external microphone not supplied to your computer To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 m Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use ...

Страница 106: ...nnecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus USB device such as a mouse a floppy disk drive a speaker or a printer to your computer To connect a USB device 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB device cable 2 into the USB port ...

Страница 107: ...n Be sure to use a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to print documents For information on how to remove a USB device see the manual that came with the device To protect your computer and or USB devices from damage observe the following When moving the computer with USB devices connected avoid exposing the USB ports to shock or impact Do not put the computer into a bag or carryin...

Страница 108: ...rd disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions Notes on connecting i LINK devices The i LINK port on your computer does not supply power to an external device If the external device requires external power be sure to connect it to a power source The i LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps However the actual transfer rate depends on the trans...

Страница 109: ...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 your compatible i LINK device See the manual that came with the device for more information You cannot access the contents of Memory Stick in the digital video camcorder via an i LINK connection ...

Страница 110: ...mputer This section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer Among other things you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities Setting the Password page 111 Using the VAIO Control Center page 117 ...

Страница 111: ... User password Allows the standard users to change some of the BIOS setup options as well as to start the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password Entry of the power on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer If you forget the machine password the password needs to be reset and a fee will be charged To reset the password contact...

Страница 112: ...Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 3 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters long including spaces 4 Select Password when Power On under Security and press the Enter key 5 Change the setting from Disabled to Enabled 6 Press...

Страница 113: ...the or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key To change or remove the power on password machine password 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again 2 Enter the machine password and press t...

Страница 114: ...r password and press the Enter key 3 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key 4 On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key 5 Press the or...

Страница 115: ...In the New password and Confirm new password fields enter the password for your account 6 Click Create password See Windows Help and Support for more information on the Windows password To change the Windows password 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts 3 Click User Accounts 4 Click Change your password 5 In the Current password field enter your ...

Страница 116: ...e the Windows password 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts 3 Click User Accounts 4 Click Remove your password 5 In the Current password field enter the current password that you want to remove 6 Click Remove password ...

Страница 117: ...ehavior To use the VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Select your desired control item and change the settings 3 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item is changed For more information about each option see the help file included with the VAIO Control Center Some of the control items will not be visible if you open the VAIO Control Center as a s...

Страница 118: ...le S FORCE Front Surround 3D 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Click Sound and Sound Effect Settings 3 Click Use S FORCE Front Surround 3D and OK S FORCE Front Surround 3D works only on sound output from the built in speakers Simultaneous use of S FORCE Front Surround 3D and Dolby Home Theater v4 is not possible To achieve maximum effect of S FORCE Front Surround 3D place your c...

Страница 119: ...rn on your computer You can change this default activity of the lamp to make it stay unlit by following these steps 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Click Display and Logo Lamp Control 3 Follow the on screen instructions You cannot change this option for the HDMI input To change settings see Using the OSD Menu page 68 for the procedure ...

Страница 120: ...ule You should not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For assistance contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer ...

Страница 121: ...rer of your memory module Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following The procedures described in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for using and modifying electronic equipment Turn off your com...

Страница 122: ...er internal components of your computer will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty Do not place the memory module in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 35 C or l...

Страница 123: ...ently face down your computer on a flat surface and wait about an hour until the computer cools down When facing down your computer be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the screen frame 3 Remove the four screws and take the foot stand off the computer The foot stand is securely attached to your computer While holding down the bottom part of the main unit firmly grasp the foot sta...

Страница 124: ...static electricity 5 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 6 Remove the new memory module from its packaging ...

Страница 125: ... the lower slot Be sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation as it may cause damage to the slot and the module 8 Replace the foot stand and tighten the screws 9 Connect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices to the compu...

Страница 126: ...the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 3 Click System Information and System Information You can view the amount of system memory in the right pane If the additional memory does not appear repeat the installation procedure and restart the computer ...

Страница 127: ...ns in this section may not be available on your computer Safety Information page 128 Care and Maintenance Information page 130 Handling Your Computer page 131 Handling the LCD Screen Touch Screen page 133 Using the Power Source page 134 Handling the Built in Camera page 135 Handling Discs page 136 Handling Memory Stick page 137 Handling the Built in Storage Device page 138 ...

Страница 128: ... Stick and Memory Stick adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing them Power Source Do not place the AC adapter in contact with your skin Remove the AC adapter away from your body if it becomes warm and causes discomfort Do not place heavy objects on the power cord or this could cause a fire To disconnect the power cord pull it out by holding the plug Never pull the cord itse...

Страница 129: ...ire Never heat disassemble modify charge nor get battery wet Be sure to use a commercially available alkaline AA battery Mouse Do not look directly at the red light from the bottom of the optical mouse Doing so could cause injury Do not look directly into the lens at the bottom of the laser mouse Doing so could cause eye injuries The laser light is invisible Headphones Preventing hearing damage Av...

Страница 130: ...urface could damage the screen Built in Camera Clean the area on and around the built in camera with a soft dry cloth Do not rub the area too hard as it can be easily scratched Discs Proper care of the disc is essential to its continuous reliability Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc For normal...

Страница 131: ...5 C or less than 10 C High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the equipment may cause the computer to malfunction Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs move the computer a suitable distance away from the radio or TV Do not use cut or damaged connection cables If your...

Страница 132: ...rasp the main unit on the sides with both hands from behind the computer to avoid any damage to the LCD screen touch screen There is a risk of scratching the LCD screen touch screen for example with your waist belt buckle if you hold your computer from its front Be careful not to scratch your desk with the tip of the foot stand when moving your computer ...

Страница 133: ...ouch screen especially the frame sill clean for good touch sensitivity When cleaning the LCD screen touch screen be sure to use a soft dry cloth to gently wipe its surface and the screen frame Do not use or leave the LCD screen touch screen under high intensity light for example direct sunlight to avoid malfunctions or damage Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual...

Страница 134: ... as a photocopier or a shredder You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device helps prevent damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause a malfunction ...

Страница 135: ... in Camera Do not scratch or soil the area on and around the built in camera as it may cause poor quality images Do not let the direct sunlight get into the lens of the built in camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause the camera to malfunction ...

Страница 136: ...Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Be sure to hold the disc by its edges and central hole as shown below Never affix an adhesive label to a disc This will affect the use of the disc and may result in irreparable damage ...

Страница 137: ...ry Stick dry Do not use or store Memory Stick in a location subject to Static electricity Electrical noise Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity Corrosive substances Use the storage case supplied with Memory Stick Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data When using Memory Stick Duo do not use a fine tipped pen to write on the label ...

Страница 138: ...tored To prevent losing data you should be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your built in storage device Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the ...

Страница 139: ...l cannot be solved and you need assistance visit the support web sites listed in Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Computer Operations page 141 System Update Security page 146 Recovery Recovery Media page 147 Partition page 148 Built in Camera page 149 Networking LAN Wireless LAN page 151 BLUETOOTH Technolog...

Страница 140: ...140 n N Troubleshooting Touch Screen page 173 Keyboard page 174 Floppy Disks page 175 Audio Video page 176 HDMI VIDEO Input Function page 179 Memory Stick page 180 Peripherals page 181 ...

Страница 141: ... Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly Make sure the computer input is selected as the audio video input source To change the display input press the INPUT OK button on the computer page 67 Unplug the AC adapter Wait three to five minutes Plug the AC adapter again and press the power button to turn on your computer Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction...

Страница 142: ...l times to close the application window An application error may have occurred Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down your computer Unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for about five minutes Then plug the AC adapter and turn on the computer again Make sure that the ...

Страница 143: ...rn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the Shut down button If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data Unplug the AC adapter Wait three to five minutes Plug the AC adapter again a...

Страница 144: ... I do if my computer does not accept my password and returns a message Enter Onetime Password If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator light turns off Wait for 10 to 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter...

Страница 145: ... press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again 2 Press the or key to select Boot 3 Press the M or m key to select your desired priority under Boot Priority and press the Enter key 4 Press the M or m key to select the device to which you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key 5 P...

Страница 146: ... of Windows updates to my computer The Microsoft Windows operating system is preinstalled on your computer The best way to protect your computer against security threats such as viruses is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing the following Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates 1 Click Start and...

Страница 147: ...stem from Recovery Media and from the recovery area See the Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide for more information How can I reinstall the original software and drivers You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Care page 31 See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information How do I check the volume of the recovery area Your built in storage devic...

Страница 148: ...ppears click Yes If you are currently logged onto your computer as a standard user you may be prompted to enter an administrator name and password 3 Right click the C drive and select Shrink Volume 4 Enter the size of the partition to be created in Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB and click Shrink 5 Right click Unallocated and select New Simple Volume 6 Follow the on screen instructions I...

Страница 149: ...en you are viewing a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction If the problem persists restart your computer Why is the video input from the built in camera suspended for a few seconds The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if a shortcut key with the Fn key is used the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Why are captured im...

Страница 150: ... currently using This problem may occur while your computer is running on the power saving plan which reduces the CPU performance Check the current power plan What should I do if captured images flicker This problem occurs when you use the camera under fluorescent lights due to a mismatch between the lighting output frequency and the shutter speed To reduce flicker noise change the direction of th...

Страница 151: ...ld I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point Connection capability is affected by distance and obstructions You need to place your computer away from obstructions or move any access point you may be using closer to the computer Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer Make sure power to the access point is on Follow these steps to check the settings 1 ...

Страница 152: ...ption may result in a communication failure To change the settings follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click System and Security and Power Options 3 Click Change plan settings for the current power plan 4 Click Change advanced power settings 5 Double click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode 6 Select Maximum Performance from the drop down list ...

Страница 153: ...r speed slow The wireless LAN data transfer speed is affected by distance and obstructions between devices and access points Other factors include device configurations radio conditions and software compatibility To maximize the data transfer speed place your computer away from obstacles or move any access point you may be using closer to the computer If you are using a wireless LAN access point t...

Страница 154: ...ption may result in a communication failure Follow the steps in What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 151 to change the settings What are channels Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels Third party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices If you are using a wireless LAN a...

Страница 155: ...LUETOOTH device I want to communicate with Check that the BLUETOOTH function of the device you want to communicate with is on See the other device s manual for more information If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another BLUETOOTH device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer To allow other BLUETOOTH devices to communicate w...

Страница 156: ...r the software in use Move BLUETOOTH devices closer to your computer The 2 4 GHz band with which BLUETOOTH devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Although BLUETOOTH devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and shorter distances or communication failures ...

Страница 157: ... to log off before switching users To log off your system click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Log off Why can t I exchange business card data with a mobile phone The business card exchange function is not supported What should I do if the BLUETOOTH icon is not displayed on the taskbar Make sure that the switch next to BLUETOOTH is set to On in the VAIO Smart Network window To di...

Страница 158: ...e loss of unsaved data 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see Discs page 130 for instructions What should I do if the drive tray does not open Make sure your computer is in Normal mode Press the drive eject button or the Fn E keys If this does not work click Start and Computer right click the optical disc drive icon and s...

Страница 159: ...isc from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see Discs page 130 for instructions If you are playing a disc and cannot hear sound do any of the following The volume may have been turned off by the muting button on the wireless keyboard Press the button once again The volume may have been minimized by the VOL button on the right of the computer or...

Страница 160: ...t of the optical disc drives of your computer 6 Double click your desired drive You can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details 7 Click OK to close the window Make sure an adhesive label is not affixed to a disc Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction If a region code warnin...

Страница 161: ...tent normally download and install the latest updates for Blu ray Disc playback software using the VAIO Update For information on how to use the VAIO Update see Updating Your Computer page 29 What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically not even a screen saver If you are using a CD R RW disc with an ...

Страница 162: ...D R Disc media are not rewritable You cannot add or erase data to or from the BD R Disc media What should I do if my external optical disc drive does not work properly Make sure that your external optical disc drive is connected to an AC power source and the USB port on your computer If it is not connected the external optical disc drive may not work properly ...

Страница 163: ...ages or videos Be sure to select True Color 32 bit for the display colors before using video image software or starting DVD playback Selecting any other option may prevent such software from displaying images successfully To change the display colors follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click Advanced settings 3 Click the Monitor tab 4 Select True Color 32...

Страница 164: ...splayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port Make sure you are using an HDCP compliant display The copyright protected content is not displayed on a non HDCP compliant display See Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port page 97 or Connecting a Computer Display page 96 for more information What should I do if 3D images are not displayed or the 3D effect is less pron...

Страница 165: ...screen display a video If the display output is directed to the external display and the external display is disconnected you cannot display a video on your computer screen Stop video playback change the display output to the computer screen and then restart video playback See Selecting Display Modes page 102 for changing the display output The video memory of your computer may be insufficient for...

Страница 166: ...INPUT OK button on the computer page 67 What should I do if the external display remains blank Change the display output to your computer screen See Selecting Display Modes page 102 for more information How do I run Windows Aero To run Windows Aero follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize 2 Select your desired theme from Aero Themes For information about the Windows A...

Страница 167: ...ith your printer for more information If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers 2 Right click the printer icon and select Properties 3 Click t...

Страница 168: ...nput device follow these steps 1 Close all open programs 2 Click Start and Control Panel 3 Click Hardware and Sound 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound 5 On the Recording tab select your desired device for sound input and click Set Default How can I prevent microphone feedback Microphone feedback occurs when the microphone receives the sound from a sound output device such as a speaker To pre...

Страница 169: ...f the wireless mouse is in the ON position Make sure another mouse is not connected Make sure the supplied AA battery is properly installed The supplied AA battery may have run out of power Replace the battery Your wireless mouse may have been disconnected from the computer See To connect the wireless mouse page 43 to reconnect the mouse ...

Страница 170: ... Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the m and keys and then Restart with the M or m key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on...

Страница 171: ...he muting button on the wireless keyboard Press the button once again The volume may have been minimized by the VOL button on the right of the computer or the volume down button on the wireless keyboard Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar Your sound output device may have been incorr...

Страница 172: ...roperly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use If your speakers have a muting button set the button to off If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that came with your speakers for more information Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volu...

Страница 173: ...and Pen and Touch and then click to select the Use your finger as an input device check box on the Touch tab What should I do if I cannot tap on the exact spot that I intend on the touch screen Changing the aspect ratio along with the screen resolution may cause loss of correct coordinates on the touch screen In such a case follow these steps to calibrate the touch screen with the Control Panel 1 ...

Страница 174: ... tab 4 Change the settings as desired What should I do if I cannot use the numeric keypad to enter numbers If you cannot use the numeric keypad Num Lk mode may not be activated Check if the green Num lock icon is on the taskbar If the Num lock icon is not on the taskbar or is white press the Num Lk key to activate the mode before entering numerals What should I do if my computer does not recognize...

Страница 175: ...y disk drive 2 Wait until the indicator light on the floppy disk drive turns off 3 Push the eject button to remove the disk and unplug the USB floppy disk drive from your computer 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by plugging the USB cable into the USB port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart What should I do if I cannot write data to a flopp...

Страница 176: ...rtup sound follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound 4 On the Sounds tab click to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box 5 Click OK How do I change the sound output device If you do not hear sound from the device connected to a port such as the USB port HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack you ...

Страница 177: ...How do I change the sound output device page 176 2 On the Playback tab select the HDMI or S PDIF icon and click Properties 3 Click the Advanced tab 4 Select the sample rate and bit depth for example 48000 Hz 16 bit which the device supports 5 Click OK Why do sound interruptions and or dropped frames occur when I play high definition videos such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcor...

Страница 178: ...r m key to select Display off button and press the Enter key 4 Press the M or m key to select Turn off Display and Sound and press the Enter key 5 Press the or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key The muting function of the DISPLAY OFF button overrides the Windows sound settings and disables all the built in sound input an...

Страница 179: ... view the Windows desktop To display the Windows desktop make sure your computer is turned on and then press the INPUT OK button on the computer page 67 to switch the audio video input source to the computer input If your computer screen remains blank see What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank page 142 How can I save audio video signals receiving w...

Страница 180: ...es you want to keep 1 Copy the data from Memory Stick onto your built in storage device to save data or images 2 Format Memory Stick by following the steps in Formatting Memory Stick page 74 Can I copy images from a digital camera using Memory Stick Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with digital cameras that are compatible with Memory Stick Why can t I write data to Memory St...

Страница 181: ...let Try using another USB port on your computer The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all USB hubs may pre...

Страница 182: ...m backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program visit the following web sites http www energystar gov USA http www eu energystar org Europe This computer is designed in compliance with the ENERGY STAR standards and delivered with the following power saving settings that apply to the ...

Страница 183: ...Blu ray 3D logo are trademarks of the Blu ray Disc Association The BLUETOOTH word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners Roxio Easy Media Creator is a trademark of Sonic Solutions WinDVD is trademark of Corel Inc PowerDVD is trademark of ...

Страница 184: ...k of SanDisk Corporation PlaceEngine is a registered trademark of Koozyt Inc PlaceEngine was developed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories Inc and is licensed by Koozyt Inc AVCHD is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U S marks All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In th...

Страница 185: ...s manual the software or other information contained herein or the use thereof In the manual the or marks are not specified Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement Sony Corporation is not liable and will not c...

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