Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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...the display's tilting feature to avoid bright spots on the display. Furniture and posture - Sit in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. 3. Lighting - Positioning an external display - Excessive use of the computer may make you are flat on the display. ... an external display, set the display at a comfortable viewing distance. Adjust the brightness level of the display as well. Make sure the display screen is a portable device that may be used in front of the monitor. 5 of 5 Choose a location where windows and lights do not ...
...the display's tilting feature to avoid bright spots on the display. Furniture and posture - Sit in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. 3. Lighting - Positioning an external display - Excessive use of the computer may make you are flat on the display. ... an external display, set the display at a comfortable viewing distance. Adjust the brightness level of the display as well. Make sure the display screen is a portable device that may be used in front of the monitor. 5 of 5 Choose a location where windows and lights do not ...
Quick Start Guide
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...cable connected to follow these guidelines. VPCJ1 Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may vary and ...by downloading updates from coming into an AC outlet . 2 Route the AC adapter cable through the cable clamp . LCD Screen/Touch Screen Handling Do not exert pressure on 1 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and then into contact with the SmartWi...
...cable connected to follow these guidelines. VPCJ1 Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may vary and ...by downloading updates from coming into an AC outlet . 2 Route the AC adapter cable through the cable clamp . LCD Screen/Touch Screen Handling Do not exert pressure on 1 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and then into contact with the SmartWi...
User Guide
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... 21 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 24 Using Your VAIO Computer 26 Using the Keyboard 27 Using the Mouse 34 Using the Touch Screen 39 Using the Built-in Camera 43 Using the Optical Disc Drive 44 Using "Memory Stick 51 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 58... 90 Adding and Removing Memory 91 Precautions 97 Safety Information 98 Care and Maintenance Information 101 Handling Your Computer 102 Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen 104 Using the Power Source 105 Handling the Built-in Camera 106 Handling Discs 107 Handling "Memory Stick 108 Handling the Built-in...
... 21 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 24 Using Your VAIO Computer 26 Using the Keyboard 27 Using the Mouse 34 Using the Touch Screen 39 Using the Built-in Camera 43 Using the Optical Disc Drive 44 Using "Memory Stick 51 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 58... 90 Adding and Removing Memory 91 Precautions 97 Safety Information 98 Care and Maintenance Information 101 Handling Your Computer 102 Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen 104 Using the Power Source 105 Handling the Built-in Camera 106 Handling Discs 107 Handling "Memory Stick 108 Handling the Built-in...
User Guide
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Troubleshooting 110 Computer Operations 112 System Update / Security 117 Recovery 119 Built-in Camera 121 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 122 Bluetooth Technology 125 Optical Discs 129 Display 133 Printing 135 Microphone 136 Mouse 137 Speakers 139 Touch Screen 141 Keyboard 142 Floppy Disks 143 Audio/Video 144 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151 n3 N
Troubleshooting 110 Computer Operations 112 System Update / Security 117 Recovery 119 Built-in Camera 121 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 122 Bluetooth Technology 125 Optical Discs 129 Display 133 Printing 135 Microphone 136 Mouse 137 Speakers 139 Touch Screen 141 Keyboard 142 Floppy Disks 143 Audio/Video 144 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151 n3 N
User Guide
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... button launches the VAIO Care Rescue. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) C Built-in specifications. I Power button J LCD screen/touch screen (page 39) K Built-in speakers (stereo) L Bottom chassis frame (page 98) H DISPLAY OFF button/DISPLAY OFF indicator (page 16) Press this manual due to variations...
... button launches the VAIO Care Rescue. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) C Built-in specifications. I Power button J LCD screen/touch screen (page 39) K Built-in speakers (stereo) L Bottom chassis frame (page 98) H DISPLAY OFF button/DISPLAY OFF indicator (page 16) Press this manual due to variations...
User Guide
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... to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 27) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 34) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 39) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 43) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 44) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 51) ❑...
... to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 27) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 34) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 39) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 43) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 44) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 51) ❑...
User Guide
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... on the software application you are using your finger(s). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 39 N Using the Touch Screen Embedded infrared optical sensors of your computer's touch screen enable direct interaction with two optical sensors and supports multi-touch input of up to compensate for example, a rotating gesture may not be successfully recognized by...
... on the software application you are using your finger(s). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 39 N Using the Touch Screen Embedded infrared optical sensors of your computer's touch screen enable direct interaction with two optical sensors and supports multi-touch input of up to compensate for example, a rotating gesture may not be successfully recognized by...
User Guide
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...with two fingers for zooming. Pinch open to zoom in contact with a mouse. Touch and hold on the touch screen with another finger to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). Put a finger on the touch screen and slide it linearly in quick succession with a mouse. You can flick left... an individual task to up to a right-click with a finger. This gesture is equivalent to a click with a finger. Tap on the touch screen with a mouse. This gesture is equivalent to scroll down for panning; Drag left to move backward, flick right to move forward, flick up ...
...with two fingers for zooming. Pinch open to zoom in contact with a mouse. Touch and hold on the touch screen with another finger to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). Put a finger on the touch screen and slide it linearly in quick succession with a mouse. You can flick left... an individual task to up to a right-click with a finger. This gesture is equivalent to a click with a finger. Tap on the touch screen with a mouse. This gesture is equivalent to scroll down for panning; Drag left to move backward, flick right to move forward, flick up ...
User Guide
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...viewer software, you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen Gesture Rotate Description With some software applications, such as an input device check box on the model you purchased, the text size may distort..., Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Pen and Touch, and then click to rotate the underlying object. Depending on the Touch tab. Changing the DPI, however, may have set to enlarge the view size of the touch screen for easier touch works. You can change the DPI to Larger by ...
...viewer software, you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen Gesture Rotate Description With some software applications, such as an input device check box on the model you purchased, the text size may distort..., Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Pen and Touch, and then click to rotate the underlying object. Depending on the Touch tab. Changing the DPI, however, may have set to enlarge the view size of the touch screen for easier touch works. You can change the DPI to Larger by ...
User Guide
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...When tapping triggers an unintentional operation, make sure that happens to come in contact with the touch screen is beyond specifications of the touch screen function, your computer may even respond to a touch made by an insect that no other parts of your body, including your finger at the ... to display the keyboard in contact with the ball of your touch. ❑ Depending on the spot you touch on -screen keyboard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 42 N Displaying the On-screen Keyboard While the touch screen function is enabled, you can use the on it out, ...
...When tapping triggers an unintentional operation, make sure that happens to come in contact with the touch screen is beyond specifications of the touch screen function, your computer may even respond to a touch made by an insect that no other parts of your body, including your finger at the ... to display the keyboard in contact with the ball of your touch. ❑ Depending on the spot you touch on -screen keyboard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 42 N Displaying the On-screen Keyboard While the touch screen function is enabled, you can use the on it out, ...
User Guide
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Precautions > n 97 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 98) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 101) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 102) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen (page 104) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 105) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 106) ❑ Handling Discs (page 107) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 108) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 109)
Precautions > n 97 N Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. ❑ Safety Information (page 98) ❑ Care and Maintenance Information (page 101) ❑ Handling Your Computer (page 102) ❑ Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen (page 104) ❑ Using the Power Source (page 105) ❑ Handling the Built-in Camera (page 106) ❑ Handling Discs (page 107) ❑ Handling "Memory Stick" (page 108) ❑ Handling the Built-in Storage Device (page 109)
User Guide
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...-in camera with a dry soft cloth. Wipe off with a mild detergent solution. Built-in Camera Clean the lens protection cover of the LCD screen/touch screen. Discs ❑ Proper care of your computer. ❑ Make sure you unplug the AC adapter before cleaning your computer. Precautions > Care and...101 N Care and Maintenance Information Computer ❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry or lightly moistened cloth with a soft dry cloth. LCD Screen/Touch Screen Use a soft, dry cloth to its edges and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out. Do not use solvents (...
...-in camera with a dry soft cloth. Wipe off with a mild detergent solution. Built-in Camera Clean the lens protection cover of the LCD screen/touch screen. Discs ❑ Proper care of your computer. ❑ Make sure you unplug the AC adapter before cleaning your computer. Precautions > Care and...101 N Care and Maintenance Information Computer ❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry or lightly moistened cloth with a soft dry cloth. LCD Screen/Touch Screen Use a soft, dry cloth to its edges and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out. Do not use solvents (...
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There is damaged, back up your data regularly. ❑ To lift or move your computer, grasp the main unit on the sides with your waist belt buckle, if you hold your computer is a risk of scratching the LCD screen/touch screen, for example with both hands from its front. Precautions > Handling Your Computer n 103 N ❑ To avoid losing data when your computer from behind the computer to avoid any damage to the LCD screen/touch screen.
There is damaged, back up your data regularly. ❑ To lift or move your computer, grasp the main unit on the sides with your waist belt buckle, if you hold your computer is a risk of scratching the LCD screen/touch screen, for example with both hands from its front. Precautions > Handling Your Computer n 103 N ❑ To avoid losing data when your computer from behind the computer to avoid any damage to the LCD screen/touch screen.
User Guide
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...green) that continuously appear on the LCD screen/touch screen frame. You may produce a residual image on the LCD screen/touch screen surface. ❑ Keep the LCD screen/touch screen, especially the frame sill, clean for good touch sensitivity. This is manufactured using the computer... technology. Precautions > Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen n 104 N Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen ❑ Due to the mechanical design of your computer's LCD screen/touch screen, some areas of the screen surface may cause lower touch sensitivity or malfunctions. ❑ Be sure...
...green) that continuously appear on the LCD screen/touch screen frame. You may produce a residual image on the LCD screen/touch screen surface. ❑ Keep the LCD screen/touch screen, especially the frame sill, clean for good touch sensitivity. This is manufactured using the computer... technology. Precautions > Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen n 104 N Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen ❑ Due to the mechanical design of your computer's LCD screen/touch screen, some areas of the screen surface may cause lower touch sensitivity or malfunctions. ❑ Be sure...
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Troubleshooting > ❑ Optical Discs (page 129) ❑ Display (page 133) ❑ Printing (page 135) ❑ Microphone (page 136) ❑ Mouse (page 137) ❑ Speakers (page 139) ❑ Touch Screen (page 141) ❑ Keyboard (page 142) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 143) ❑ Audio/Video (page 144) ❑ "Memory Stick" (page 147) ❑ Peripherals (page 148) n 111 N
Troubleshooting > ❑ Optical Discs (page 129) ❑ Display (page 133) ❑ Printing (page 135) ❑ Microphone (page 136) ❑ Mouse (page 137) ❑ Speakers (page 139) ❑ Touch Screen (page 141) ❑ Keyboard (page 142) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 143) ❑ Audio/Video (page 144) ❑ "Memory Stick" (page 147) ❑ Peripherals (page 148) n 111 N
User Guide
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... mouse to click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Pen and Touch, and then click to calibrate the touch screen with the Control Panel. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and Tablet PC Settings with the screen resolution may have disabled the touch screen. Troubleshooting > Touch Screen n 141 N Touch Screen What should I do if I cannot tap on the exact spot that...
... mouse to click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Pen and Touch, and then click to calibrate the touch screen with the Control Panel. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and Tablet PC Settings with the screen resolution may have disabled the touch screen. Troubleshooting > Touch Screen n 141 N Touch Screen What should I do if I cannot tap on the exact spot that...