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Using the Keyboard (VGP-WKB11)
A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer.
The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions.
Using the Wireless Keyboard
One AA alkaline battery is supplied with your wireless keyboard. Before attempting to use the wireless keyboard, remove the
battery compartment cover (1) from the bottom of the wireless keyboard and install the supplied AA battery (2) into the battery
compartment.
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If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the battery may need to be replaced. If you do not intend to use the wireless keyboard for an extended
period of time, remove the battery to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
If 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.

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Using the Keyboard
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To maintain good communication, operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of keyboard: approximately 32.8 feet (10 m) from your
computer.
You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 60).
Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2.4 GHz band near your wireless keyboard. These devices may create radio
interference, causing the keyboard to stop working properly.
Do not place metal furniture or objects near your computer or wireless keyboard, as this may create radio interference, causing the keyboard to stop
working properly.
Be sure to use an alkaline battery. Using an incompatible battery can damage the wireless keyboard.
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Illustrated above is the English keyboard as an example.
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A Function keys
Perform certain tasks. The task associated with each function
key varies among software applications except the following
combinations with the Fn key to change the LCD brightness of
your computer screen.
Fn+F5: Decrease lighting intensity of the LCD screen.
Fn+F6: Increase lighting intensity of the LCD screen.
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While using the HDMI/VIDEO input function, you cannot use the function keys
on the wireless keyboard to change the LCD brightness. To change the
brightness while using the HDMI/VIDEO input function, see Using the HDMI/
VIDEO Input Control Buttons (page 62) for the procedure.
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.
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You can keep the Num lock and/or Scroll lock icon on the taskbar. To do so, rightclick the f icon on the taskbar, click Customize notification icons, and then
select Show icon and notifications for your desired icon.
C VAI O button
Launches the Media Gallery.
D Power switch
Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on and off.
E Sleep button
Provides a lower level of power consumption.
For details on power management, see Using the Power
Saving Mode (page 27).