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...Down Your Computer Safely 25 Using the Power Saving Mode 26 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Mouse 36 Using the Touch Screen 42 Using the Built-in Camera 46 Using the Optical Disc Drive 47 Using the TV ...Device 95 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 97 Setting the Password 98 Using the VAIO Control Center 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105 Precautions 111 Safety Information 112 Care and Maintenance Information 114 Handling Your Computer 115 Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen 117 Using the Power...
...Down Your Computer Safely 25 Using the Power Saving Mode 26 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Mouse 36 Using the Touch Screen 42 Using the Built-in Camera 46 Using the Optical Disc Drive 47 Using the TV ...Device 95 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 97 Setting the Password 98 Using the VAIO Control Center 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105 Precautions 111 Safety Information 112 Care and Maintenance Information 114 Handling Your Computer 115 Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen 117 Using the Power...
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Troubleshooting 123 Computer 125 System Security 131 Built-in Camera 132 Networking 134 Bluetooth Technology 137 Optical Discs 140 Display 144 Printing 146 Microphone 147 Mouse 148 Speakers 150 Touch Screen 151 Keyboard 152 Floppy Disks 153 Audio/Video 154 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 157 "Memory Stick 159 Peripherals 160 Trademarks 161 Notice 163 n3 N
Troubleshooting 123 Computer 125 System Security 131 Built-in Camera 132 Networking 134 Bluetooth Technology 137 Optical Discs 140 Display 144 Printing 146 Microphone 147 Mouse 148 Speakers 150 Touch Screen 151 Keyboard 152 Floppy Disks 153 Audio/Video 154 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 157 "Memory Stick 159 Peripherals 160 Trademarks 161 Notice 163 n3 N
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Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Adjust the level of the computer may make you . Let your upper arms hang naturally at your forearms horizontal, with good ...
Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Adjust the level of the computer may make you . Let your upper arms hang naturally at your forearms horizontal, with good ...
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... mounting system. ! A wireless connection is within the range of supported weight of your computer is established both between the computer and the keyboard and between the computer and the mouse. See the manual that : The weight of your mounting system for connecting the computer to your... the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, disconnect the power cord and the peripheral devices from the wall, resulting in To connect the wireless keyboard (page 35) and To connect the wireless mouse (page 39). Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 19 N Preparing for Wall Mounting...
... mounting system. ! A wireless connection is within the range of supported weight of your computer is established both between the computer and the keyboard and between the computer and the mouse. See the manual that : The weight of your mounting system for connecting the computer to your... the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, disconnect the power cord and the peripheral devices from the wall, resulting in To connect the wireless keyboard (page 35) and To connect the wireless mouse (page 39). Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 19 N Preparing for Wall Mounting...
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.... You will turn off automatically. To modify this, you can press the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied) to Normal mode ❑ Press any key on the wireless keyboard or the sleep button on the remote commander (if supplied). ❑ Press the power button on your... power plan. 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode. If the computer is not used for more than four seconds, your wireless keyboard and remote commander (if supplied) are properly installed and not running out of time, it will enter Sleep mode.
.... You will turn off automatically. To modify this, you can press the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied) to Normal mode ❑ Press any key on the wireless keyboard or the sleep button on the remote commander (if supplied). ❑ Press the power button on your... power plan. 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode. If the computer is not used for more than four seconds, your wireless keyboard and remote commander (if supplied) are properly installed and not running out of time, it will enter Sleep mode.
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 36) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 42) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 46) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 47) ❑ Using the TV Function...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 36) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 42) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 46) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 47) ❑ Using the TV Function...
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... avoid possible damage from battery leakage. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is left unused for an extended period of the wireless keyboard and install the supplied two AA batteries (2) into Normal mode, press any key on the wireless keyboard. The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys...
... avoid possible damage from battery leakage. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is left unused for an extended period of the wireless keyboard and install the supplied two AA batteries (2) into Normal mode, press any key on the wireless keyboard. The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys...
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... 61). Using incompatible batteries or mixing used the keyboard with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. You cannot use the same type and manufacture of batteries can damage the wireless keyboard. These devices may create interference, causing the keyboard to use the wireless keyboard in the wireless keyboard. Do not place metal furniture or objects near the...
... 61). Using incompatible batteries or mixing used the keyboard with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. You cannot use the same type and manufacture of batteries can damage the wireless keyboard. These devices may create interference, causing the keyboard to use the wireless keyboard in the wireless keyboard. Do not place metal furniture or objects near the...
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...except the following combinations with the Fn key to change the LCD brightness of the LCD screen. To activate/deactivate Scr Lk mode, use the function keys on the taskbar. C VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery. Fn+F5: Decreases lighting intensity of your desired icon. To... power consumption. For details on power management, see Using the HDMI/ VIDEO Input Control Buttons (page 63) for your computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on the taskbar along...
...except the following combinations with the Fn key to change the LCD brightness of the LCD screen. To activate/deactivate Scr Lk mode, use the function keys on the taskbar. C VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery. Fn+F5: Decreases lighting intensity of your desired icon. To... power consumption. For details on power management, see Using the HDMI/ VIDEO Input Control Buttons (page 63) for your computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on the taskbar along...
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... O Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 33 N F Zoom buttons Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on when Caps Lock mode is activated. (Connect): ...running out of an image or a document displayed on the computer screen. H Volume control buttons* Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. G Muting button* Turns the volume on and off while the AA batteries for the wireless keyboard are sufficient and blinks when the batteries are all typed in ...
... O Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 33 N F Zoom buttons Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on when Caps Lock mode is activated. (Connect): ...running out of an image or a document displayed on the computer screen. H Volume control buttons* Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. G Muting button* Turns the volume on and off while the AA batteries for the wireless keyboard are sufficient and blinks when the batteries are all typed in ...
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C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries. B CONNECT button (page 35) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 34 N A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the computer.
C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries. B CONNECT button (page 35) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 34 N A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the computer.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 35 N To connect the wireless keyboard ! The connect indicator light blinks rapidly for about one minute to the ON position. 4 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the bottom of the keyboard. 5 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the back of the keyboard to indicate that the connection is established between the computer...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 35 N To connect the wireless keyboard ! The connect indicator light blinks rapidly for about one minute to the ON position. 4 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the bottom of the keyboard. 5 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the back of the keyboard to indicate that the connection is established between the computer...
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... to rotate the underlying object. This, however, may not work in circles to Larger by touching the touch screen. In such a case, press any key on the wireless keyboard or the power button on the model you can bring your computer from Sleep mode to bring...Changing the DPI, however, may distort the screen view while you were 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 cases including the one, for easier touch works. Depending on the computer to Normal ...
... to rotate the underlying object. This, however, may not work in circles to Larger by touching the touch screen. In such a case, press any key on the wireless keyboard or the power button on the model you can bring your computer from Sleep mode to bring...Changing the DPI, however, may distort the screen view while you were 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 cases including the one, for easier touch works. Depending on the computer to Normal ...
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... text entry. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 45 N Displaying the On-screen Keyboard While the touch screen function is enabled, you can use the on-screen keyboard, instead of your body, including your finger. To display the on-screen keyboard, simply tap on -screen keyboard. Notes on the screen, the touch screen sensitivity varies. The touch screen may not recognize your touch. ❑ Depending on the...
... text entry. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 45 N Displaying the On-screen Keyboard While the touch screen function is enabled, you can use the on-screen keyboard, instead of your body, including your finger. To display the on-screen keyboard, simply tap on -screen keyboard. Notes on the screen, the touch screen sensitivity varies. The touch screen may not recognize your touch. ❑ Depending on the...
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... source. Touch screen operations are located on the right of the current audio/video input source. Navigates through options on the OSD menu. Shows/hides the OSD menu on the remote commander (if supplied) to increase/decrease the volume as the audio/video input source. The respective buttons on the wireless keyboard, however...
... source. Touch screen operations are located on the right of the current audio/video input source. Navigates through options on the OSD menu. Shows/hides the OSD menu on the remote commander (if supplied) to increase/decrease the volume as the audio/video input source. The respective buttons on the wireless keyboard, however...
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Troubleshooting > ❑ Microphone (page 147) ❑ Mouse (page 148) ❑ Speakers (page 150) ❑ Touch Screen (page 151) ❑ Keyboard (page 152) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 153) ❑ Audio/Video (page 154) ❑ HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 157) ❑ "Memory Stick" (page 159) ❑ Peripherals (page 160) n 124 N
Troubleshooting > ❑ Microphone (page 147) ❑ Mouse (page 148) ❑ Speakers (page 150) ❑ Touch Screen (page 151) ❑ Keyboard (page 152) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 153) ❑ Audio/Video (page 154) ❑ HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 157) ❑ "Memory Stick" (page 159) ❑ Peripherals (page 160) n 124 N
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Wait three to turn off automatically. If you press and hold the power button for at least one hour. ❑ Check that you may cause your computer to malfunction. To change the display input, press the INPUT SELECT button on . ❑ If the ... cord, which is supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. ❑ Make sure your computer is not in Sleep mode by pressing the power button on the computer or the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied). Plug the power cord again and press the power button to...
Wait three to turn off automatically. If you press and hold the power button for at least one hour. ❑ Check that you may cause your computer to malfunction. To change the display input, press the INPUT SELECT button on . ❑ If the ... cord, which is supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. ❑ Make sure your computer is not in Sleep mode by pressing the power button on the computer or the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied). Plug the power cord again and press the power button to...
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Then, plug the power cord and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ If the orange DISPLAY OFF indicator light is lit, press the DISPLAY OFF button. ❑ Make sure the computer input is selected ... or the power button may have occurred. ❑ Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down your wireless keyboard and remote commander (if supplied) are properly installed and not running out of unsaved data. Troubleshooting > Computer n 126 N What should I do if the green power...
Then, plug the power cord and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ If the orange DISPLAY OFF indicator light is lit, press the DISPLAY OFF button. ❑ Make sure the computer input is selected ... or the power button may have occurred. ❑ Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down your wireless keyboard and remote commander (if supplied) are properly installed and not running out of unsaved data. Troubleshooting > Computer n 126 N What should I do if the green power...
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If you need to clean the disc, see Discs (page 114) for dirt or damage. Turning off by the muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied). Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button ...on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied). Press the button once again. ❑ The volume may have been minimized with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may...
If you need to clean the disc, see Discs (page 114) for dirt or damage. Turning off by the muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied). Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button ...on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied). Press the button once again. ❑ The volume may have been minimized with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may...
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... n 145 N Why doesn't my screen display a video? How do I do if my screen is selected as Windows Flip 3D, see Windows Help and Support. To change the screen resolution, follow these steps: 1 Right-click on the wireless keyboard to decrease the screen resolution. ✍ You can check the... total amount of the LCD screen. To run Windows Aero? For information about the Windows Aero...
... n 145 N Why doesn't my screen display a video? How do I do if my screen is selected as Windows Flip 3D, see Windows Help and Support. To change the screen resolution, follow these steps: 1 Right-click on the wireless keyboard to decrease the screen resolution. ✍ You can check the... total amount of the LCD screen. To run Windows Aero? For information about the Windows Aero...