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... 124 Internet 126 Networking 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 Floppy Disks 144 Audio/Video 145 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151
... 124 Internet 126 Networking 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 Floppy Disks 144 Audio/Video 145 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151
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... experience. ! External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish...
... experience. ! External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish...
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... image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 3, and WebCam Companion 3. 2 Click your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 38 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the appropriate...
... image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 3, and WebCam Companion 3. 2 Click your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 38 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the appropriate...
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...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 the DVD-RAM cartridge. Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- RE Part1 Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50...data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 41 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, ...
...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 the DVD-RAM cartridge. Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- RE Part1 Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50...data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 41 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, ...
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Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is not supported. ! USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. The AACS key update requires Internet access. As with other ...Protection (HDCP) standard, you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for use with your VAIO computer, be compatible with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. When you output video signals through digital connections, such as it is compliant with copyright protection technologies do ...
Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is not supported. ! USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. The AACS key update requires Internet access. As with other ...Protection (HDCP) standard, you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for use with your VAIO computer, be compatible with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. When you output video signals through digital connections, such as it is compliant with copyright protection technologies do ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide...
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Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 54 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot.
Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 54 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot.
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...computer is equipped with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of DVI port that supports only digital video signals (no analog video signals). If your computer. It is equipped with an HDMI input port and the computer is a type of digital... video signals for Digital Visual Interface - Integrated) port supports digital video and analog video signals. It has 29 pins. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 68 N ! To view the ...
...computer is equipped with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of DVI port that supports only digital video signals (no analog video signals). If your computer. It is equipped with an HDMI input port and the computer is a type of digital... video signals for Digital Visual Interface - Integrated) port supports digital video and analog video signals. It has 29 pins. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 68 N ! To view the ...
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... the device for more information on the computer. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. See Why doesn't my screen display a video? (page 137) for sound output. The HDMI cable carries both...
... the device for more information on the computer. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. See Why doesn't my screen display a video? (page 137) for sound output. The HDMI cable carries both...
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... i.LINK Device n 78 N Connecting an i.LINK Device Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port which you can communicate with your system, such as a digital video camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with... applications, operating system, and i.LINK- The procedure to your compatible i.LINK device for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of Sony Corporation used only to 400 Mbps.
... i.LINK Device n 78 N Connecting an i.LINK Device Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port which you can communicate with your system, such as a digital video camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with... applications, operating system, and i.LINK- The procedure to your compatible i.LINK device for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of Sony Corporation used only to 400 Mbps.
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See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the contents of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on your compatible i.LINK device. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 79 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of "Memory Stick" in the digital video camcorder via an i.LINK connection.
See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the contents of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on your compatible i.LINK device. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 79 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of "Memory Stick" in the digital video camcorder via an i.LINK connection.
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Precautions > Handling the Built-in Camera n 107 N Handling the Built-in Camera ❑ Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built-in camera, as it may cause scratches on the cover and such scratches will appear on the captured 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. ❑ The built-in camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i.LINK-compatible device connected to the i.LINK port.
Precautions > Handling the Built-in Camera n 107 N Handling the Built-in Camera ❑ Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built-in camera, as it may cause scratches on the cover and such scratches will appear on the captured 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. ❑ The built-in camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i.LINK-compatible device connected to the i.LINK port.
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Troubleshooting > ❑ Printing (page 139) ❑ Microphone (page 140) ❑ Speakers (page 141) ❑ Touch Pad (page 142) ❑ Keyboard (page 143) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 144) ❑ Audio/Video (page 145) ❑ "Memory Stick" (page 147) ❑ Peripherals (page 148) n 113 N
Troubleshooting > ❑ Printing (page 139) ❑ Microphone (page 140) ❑ Speakers (page 141) ❑ Touch Pad (page 142) ❑ Keyboard (page 143) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 144) ❑ Audio/Video (page 145) ❑ "Memory Stick" (page 147) ❑ Peripherals (page 148) n 113 N
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... n 119 N What should I do if my game software does not work or it . If you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press... use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. The BIOS setup screen appears. You can I cannot remember the power-on your desired ...
... n 119 N What should I do if my game software does not work or it . If you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press... use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. The BIOS setup screen appears. You can I cannot remember the power-on your desired ...
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... is running out of camera images. What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames while my computer 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 in use the...
... is running out of camera images. What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames while my computer 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 in use the...
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... light is lit. ❑ If your computer may go blank? ❑ Your computer screen may have been turned off. If the computer is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys.
... light is lit. ❑ If your computer may go blank? ❑ Your computer screen may have been turned off. If the computer is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys.
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...may prevent such software from running successfully. Some screen savers have been found to even change the display resolution or colors while using video/image software or playing DVDs, as it may be activated during DVD playback and prevent the playback from displaying images successfully. If... or external display connected to select True Color (32 bit) for more information. What should I do if I do not see proper images or videos? ❑ Be sure to the HDMI output port? Additionally, it is not displayed on the desktop and select Screen resolution. 2 Click Advanced settings...
...may prevent such software from running successfully. Some screen savers have been found to even change the display resolution or colors while using video/image software or playing DVDs, as it may be activated during DVD playback and prevent the playback from displaying images successfully. If... or external display connected to select True Color (32 bit) for more information. What should I do if I do not see proper images or videos? ❑ Be sure to the HDMI output port? Additionally, it is not displayed on the desktop and select Screen resolution. 2 Click Advanced settings...
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...the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output. To change the display output to the computer screen, and then restart video playback. Stop video playback, change the screen resolution, follow these steps: 1 Right-click on your computer screen. Alternatively, you cannot display... displayed value may be different from the actual amount of the LCD screen. See Selecting Display Modes (page 72) for displaying high resolution videos. Right-click on your computer may be insufficient for changing the display output. Press the Fn+F6 keys to brighten your computer. Troubleshooting ...
...the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output. To change the display output to the computer screen, and then restart video playback. Stop video playback, change the screen resolution, follow these steps: 1 Right-click on your computer screen. Alternatively, you cannot display... displayed value may be different from the actual amount of the LCD screen. See Selecting Display Modes (page 72) for displaying high resolution videos. Right-click on your computer may be insufficient for changing the display output. Press the Fn+F6 keys to brighten your computer. Troubleshooting ...
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...3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select your computer or camcorder. How do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? If you do I turn off the Windows startup sound? See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 78) for more information. Unplug the cable..., and plug it in once again. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 145 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and...
...3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select your computer or camcorder. How do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? If you do I turn off the Windows startup sound? See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 78) for more information. Unplug the cable..., and plug it in once again. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 145 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and...
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... these steps: 1 Follow steps 1 to a port, such as the HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack. During the video playback, some operations and/or functions may become unavailable, and sound interruptions, dropped frames, and playback failure may occur depending on your computer. ...Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 146 N What should I do if I do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port...
... these steps: 1 Follow steps 1 to a port, such as the HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack. During the video playback, some operations and/or functions may become unavailable, and sound interruptions, dropped frames, and playback failure may occur depending on your computer. ...Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 146 N What should I do if I do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port...