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... work efficiency. ❑ Positioning an external display - Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Use indirect lighting to the proper position. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the...
... work efficiency. ❑ Positioning an external display - Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Use indirect lighting to the proper position. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the...
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... assignment, press and hold the AV MODE button to display the setup window. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to help file included with the VAIO Control Center for selecting the desired software. See the help you use... turns the volume on and off. ✍ To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. Launches the VAIO Launcher for the muting (S1) button assignment.
... assignment, press and hold the AV MODE button to display the setup window. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to help file included with the VAIO Control Center for selecting the desired software. See the help you use... turns the volume on and off. ✍ To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. Launches the VAIO Launcher for the muting (S1) button assignment.
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n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you to find out whether your ... to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you view a rapid-moving object. The viewer window may be shared by more than one software application. This is equipped with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software. Video conference is using the camera, exit the application before using the built-in MOTION...
n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you to find out whether your ... to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you view a rapid-moving object. The viewer window may be shared by more than one software application. This is equipped with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software. Video conference is using the camera, exit the application before using the built-in MOTION...
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The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing an image in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or ... the displayed image. See the help file included with the software for more features. The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2....
The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing an image in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or ... the displayed image. See the help file included with the software for more features. The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2....
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The first scene of the captured movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing a movie in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation option...5 When finished, click the Record Video button once again to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the Record icon in the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies To capture a movie 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to stop movie ...
The first scene of the captured movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing a movie in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation option...5 When finished, click the Record Video button once again to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the Record icon in the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies To capture a movie 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to stop movie ...
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..., click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. If the Audio CD window appears, click to the empty disc folder. 3 Close the disc folder. Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical... empty disc folder appears. 2 Open the folder that contains the file(s) you want to copy and drag them to select an option. n 43 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD.
..., click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. If the Audio CD window appears, click to the empty disc folder. 3 Close the disc folder. Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical... empty disc folder appears. 2 Open the folder that contains the file(s) you want to copy and drag them to select an option. n 43 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD.
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...computer, follow these steps. ! This could cause a malfunction. 1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to view the list of the allocation unit and file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will... the media with your valuable data. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Be sure to use . n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options.
...computer, follow these steps. ! This could cause a malfunction. 1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to view the list of the allocation unit and file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will... the media with your valuable data. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Be sure to use . n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options.
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... to the Internet under Network and Internet. Some of the phone cable (1) into the modem port on -screen instructions. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 3 Click Dial-up. 4 Follow the on the computer. 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack (2). ✍ Your computer ...does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work properly. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet, you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter,...
... to the Internet under Network and Internet. Some of the phone cable (1) into the modem port on -screen instructions. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 3 Click Dial-up. 4 Follow the on the computer. 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack (2). ✍ Your computer ...does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work properly. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet, you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter,...
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... you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display, do not expand a single window across separate displays. Make sure that your software may not support the Multiple Monitors function. If you set different colors on each display. You... can function as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to the other . n 70 N Using Peripheral Devices Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors ...
... you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display, do not expand a single window across separate displays. Make sure that your software may not support the Multiple Monitors function. If you set different colors on each display. You... can function as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to the other . n 70 N Using Peripheral Devices Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors ...
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... change the muting (S1) button assignment to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the muting (S1) button. For details on -screen instructions to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. Additionally, you can also change the muting (S1) button assignment, press and hold the muting (S1...
... change the muting (S1) button assignment to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the muting (S1) button. For details on -screen instructions to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. Additionally, you can also change the muting (S1) button assignment, press and hold the muting (S1...
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Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to the computer. n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into the USB port and the other end to your printer.
Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to the computer. n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into the USB port and the other end to your printer.
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... management functions to ensure better operation of power source you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to display the window that time, for example, AC power. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power... are using at that shows your power status. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options Properties. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for each item. 4 Click OK. This icon indicates what kind of your...
... management functions to ensure better operation of power source you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to display the window that time, for example, AC power. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power... are using at that shows your power status. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options Properties. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for each item. 4 Click OK. This icon indicates what kind of your...
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...and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with your computer. n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory by the computer... or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage ...
...and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with your computer. n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory by the computer... or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage ...
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... technology. You may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is manufactured using your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of time. Sony assumes no liability for selection, as this may make your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual ... This is a normal result of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change options available for any malfunctions arising from changes to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during...
... technology. You may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is manufactured using your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of time. Sony assumes no liability for selection, as this may make your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual ... This is a normal result of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change options available for any malfunctions arising from changes to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during...
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n 114 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to the Internet before you can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Your computer must be connected to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can receive updates.
n 114 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to the Internet before you can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Your computer must be connected to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can receive updates.
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... data. ❑ If your computer does not turn off your computer. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down. Unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for more than four seconds ...to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the green power indicator light turns on the ... software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data...
... data. ❑ If your computer does not turn off your computer. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down. Unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for more than four seconds ...to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the green power indicator light turns on the ... software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data...
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.... If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will not start my computer? For details, see Sony Support Information (page 155). When entering the password, check that the power indicator light turns off. n ...120 N Troubleshooting What should I do if Windows does not start and a message appears, when I do if a message window, notifying of incompatibility or...
.... If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will not start my computer? For details, see Sony Support Information (page 155). When entering the password, check that the power indicator light turns off. n ...120 N Troubleshooting What should I do if Windows does not start and a message appears, when I do if a message window, notifying of incompatibility or...
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...row on the center pane. What should I do I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you can select using the Windows power options, for the system recovery is stored. To check the volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: * See the online specifications... to change the boot device. To boot your screen to the computer? Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the recovery partition? n 122 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my screen...
...row on the center pane. What should I do I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you can select using the Windows power options, for the system recovery is stored. To check the volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: * See the online specifications... to change the boot device. To boot your screen to the computer? Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the recovery partition? n 122 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my screen...
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... connected to the Internet before you can receive updates. 1 Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Live OneCare. 2 Click Check for Updates in the Protection Plus section. 3 The Windows Live OneCare Updates balloon appears on the taskbar. 4 Follow the on your computer against security ..., is preinstalled on -screen instructions to download updates. You can get important Windows updates by doing the following: ! n 123 N Troubleshooting System Security How can I keep the Microsoft Windows Live OneCare software program current with the latest updates from Microsoft Corporation. The best...
... connected to the Internet before you can receive updates. 1 Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Live OneCare. 2 Click Check for Updates in the Protection Plus section. 3 The Windows Live OneCare Updates balloon appears on the taskbar. 4 Follow the on your computer against security ..., is preinstalled on -screen instructions to download updates. You can get important Windows updates by doing the following: ! n 123 N Troubleshooting System Security How can I keep the Microsoft Windows Live OneCare software program current with the latest updates from Microsoft Corporation. The best...
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...See Handling the Built-in captured images may be active. n 126 N Troubleshooting Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Why does the viewer window show no images or poor-quality images? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more software applications running ... . ❑ The power management function of light. ❑ A dark portion in MOTION EYE Camera (page 106). See the help . ❑ The viewer window may show reflections of your computer may cause dropped frames. If another software application is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. ❑ If the problem...
...See Handling the Built-in captured images may be active. n 126 N Troubleshooting Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Why does the viewer window show no images or poor-quality images? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more software applications running ... . ❑ The power management function of light. ❑ A dark portion in MOTION EYE Camera (page 106). See the help . ❑ The viewer window may show reflections of your computer may cause dropped frames. If another software application is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. ❑ If the problem...
