Sony SVL24118FXB User Manual

Enjoying 3D

Information Guide

What You Can Do with the 3D
Function

This VAIO computer comes with the exciting new 3D function that allows
quick and easy playback of various types of 3D content.

3D Playback

Enjoy a new 3D experience by playing various types of 3D content (such as Blu-ray 3D™
Disc media and 3D photos).

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Contents

Safety Information ………………………………………………………………… 4
Notes on Viewing 3D Images ……………………………………………………… 5
Before Using the 3D Function ……………………………………………………… 6
Using the 3D Function …………………………………………………………… 7
Viewing 3D Images ………………………………………………………………… 8
Creating Your Original 3D Content ………………………………………………… 12

Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………… 14
Precautions ………………………………………………………………………… 16

Glassless 3D

Enjoy glassless 3D with face-tracking technology for optimizing 3D image viewing.

* SuperD technology allows you to enjoy glassless 3D viewing on your computer.

Simulated 3D Function (2D to 3D Conversion)

2D to 3D conversion is an easy task for your computer. Enjoy your 2D content (such as
Blu-ray Disc™ media, DVDs, and recorded videos) in simulated 3D using the simulated
3D function. (The effect applies only to images displayed on the computer screen.)

3D Output

Output 3D content to a 3D-capable TV to enjoy it on the TV screen (page 10).

3D Input

Enjoy 3D content on your computer screen by connecting a 3D-capable device (such
as a video game or a camcorder) to the HDMI INPUT port.

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Safety Information

Viewing 3D images

Be sure to follow the instructions in the

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manuals that came with your VAIO
computer when viewing 3D images.

Some people may experience discomfort

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(such as eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while
watching 3D video images or playing
stereoscopic 3D games. Sony recommends
that all viewers take regular breaks while
watching 3D video images or playing
stereoscopic 3D games. The length and
frequency of necessary breaks will vary
from person to person. You must decide
what works best. If you experience any
discomfort, you should stop watching the
3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D
games until the discomfort ends; consult a
doctor if you believe necessary.
You should also see the instruction manual
of any other device or software used with
this computer.
The vision of young children (especially
those under six years old) is still under
development. Consult your doctor (such as
a pediatrician or eye doctor) before
allowing young children to watch 3D video
images or play stereoscopic 3D games.
Adults should supervise young children to
ensure they follow the recommendations
listed above.

If you see a double image or feel the 3D

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effect is less pronounced while viewing 3D
images, stop viewing.

Depending on the content, the degree of

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3D effect can vary, or the desired 3D effect
may not be achieved. Also, fatigue may be
felt while watching 3D content. In this case,
avoid long-term viewing. Some 3D content
provides adjustment for this.

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Notes on Viewing 3D Images

3D image viewing range

This computer optimizes 3D image viewing by
face-tracking. For optimum results, the
viewing distance  should be in the range of
2 feet (60 cm) to 3.33 feet (100 cm).

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Overhead view

20° 20°

Side view

11°
11°

 Only one face can be tracked at a time. If there is

more than one viewer, the 3D effect will not be
possible.

 If you lie on your side, tilt your head, or wear a

mask while viewing 3D images, the 3D effect may
be less pronounced.

 If face-tracking cannot be performed correctly

screen jitter may result.

 While viewing 3D images, if you set the screen

display to OFF then ON again using the
MONITOR power button, 3D images may not be
displayed properly. In this case, you should restart
the 3D-related software.

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Before Using the 3D Function

Adjusting the 3D display

By adjusting the 3D display as follows, a more
desirable 3D effect can be obtained.
Do not perform other operations until the
adjustment is finished.

Click (Start), All Programs, Superd

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Software, and X-Tune to start X-Tune.

Follow the on-screen instructions to adjust

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the 3D display.

 X-Tune can also be started from VAIO Control

Center, 3D Function and 3D Display Function
Settings.

 If the desired 3D effect is not achieved after

adjustment, restart X-Tune, follow the
instructions on the screen, then adjust again.

Selecting 3D-related
software

You can quickly find and start 3D-related
software you want to use from VAIO 3D
Portal.

Click (Start), All Programs, and VAIO

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3D Portal to start VAIO 3D Portal.

Select the software you want to use.

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Read the on-screen instructions to start the

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software.

 You can also open VAIO 3D Portal by clicking

from VAIO Gate in the upper part of your

desktop.

 The following features are also available in VAIO

3D Portal.

– Playing 3D sample images
– Displaying 3D settings window

 The built-in camera is not available while using

the 3D function.

 While the 3D-related software is running, Magic-i

Visual Effects is not available even when 3D

images are not displayed.

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