Sony VPCL137FX User Guide

User Guide

Personal Computer

VPCL13 Series

Contents

Before Use.......................................................................... 4

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 5

Ergonomic Considerations .......................................... 10

Getting Started.................................................................. 12

Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 13

About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 17

Setting Up Your Computer .......................................... 18

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 26

Using the Power Saving Mode.................................... 27

Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 29

Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 31

Using the Keyboard..................................................... 32

Using the Mouse ......................................................... 37

Using the Touch Screen.............................................. 41

Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 45

Using the Optical Disc Drive ....................................... 46

Using the TV Function................................................. 53

Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function....................... 60

Using the Remote Commander................................... 65

Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 69

Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 76

Using the Internet ........................................................ 80

Using the Network (LAN) .............................................81

Using the Wireless LAN ...............................................82

Using the Bluetooth Function ......................................86

Using Peripheral Devices..................................................91

Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........92

Connecting an External Microphone ...........................93

Connecting a USB Device ...........................................94

Connecting an i.LINK Device.......................................96

Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................98

Setting the Password...................................................99

Using Intel(R) VT .......................................................106

Using the VAIO Control Center .................................107

Upgrading Your VAIO Computer.....................................108

Adding and Removing Memory .................................109

Precautions..................................................................... 115

Safety Information ..................................................... 116

Care and Maintenance Information........................... 119

Handling Your Computer........................................... 120

Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen .................. 122

Using the Power Source ........................................... 123

Handling the Built-in Camera .................................... 124

Handling Discs .......................................................... 125

Handling "Memory Stick"........................................... 126

Handling the Built-in Storage Device ........................ 127

Troubleshooting .............................................................. 128

Computer Operations ................................................ 130

System Update / Security.......................................... 135

Recovery ................................................................... 137

Built-in Camera ......................................................... 138

Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) ............................... 139

Bluetooth Technology ............................................... 142

Optical Discs ............................................................. 146

Display ...................................................................... 151

Printing ...................................................................... 153

Microphone ............................................................... 154

Mouse ....................................................................... 155

Speakers ................................................................... 156

Touch Screen ............................................................ 158

Keyboard ...................................................................159

Floppy Disks ..............................................................160

Audio/Video ...............................................................161

HDMI/VIDEO Input Function .....................................164

"Memory Stick" ..........................................................166

Peripherals ................................................................167

Trademarks .....................................................................168

Notice ..............................................................................170

Before Use >

Before Use

Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with a state-of-the-art computing experience.

External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer.

How to find specifications

Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your computer.

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://www.sony.ca/support/

❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas

http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA

❑ For customers in Brazil

http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/

Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

This section provides support information about your VAIO computer.

1. Printed Documentation

❑ Quick Start Guide — An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.

❑ Safety Information — Safety guidelines and owner information.

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Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and Bluetooth technology, read the Safety Information carefully.

Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

2. On-screen Documentation

❑ Help and Support — General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer.

To access Help and Support:

1 Click Start and Help and Support.

2 Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need.

Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, creating

Use my VAIO Get assistance with your VAIO computer by accessing interactive VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO

Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with the VAI O Ca re, system restore, backup and recovery,

recovery media, and more.

technology page, specifications, and system and software information. You can find useful documentation such as general and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer.

and contact Sony support.

Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

❑ Program help files — May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. You may be able to

access the help files from the help menu on a specific program.

™

❑ SmartWi

Connection Utility Help — Information about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN

functions.

Some features and options may not be available on your computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.

To access this on-screen guide:

1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility.

2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help.

Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

3. Support Web Sites

❑ Sony online support web site

The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online.

❑ For customers in USA

http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/

❑ For customers in Canada

http://www.sony.ca/support/

❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas

http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA

❑ For customers in Brazil

http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/

❑ Operating system online support web site

Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/

Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

4. Customer Information Center

If you do not find the information you are looking for at our site, you may call Sony directly. You can find the contact numbers on the Sony online support web site. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available:

1 Your VAIO computer model

You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer.

2 Your computer's serial number

You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode.

3 The operating system on your computer

4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem

5 A brief description of the problem

5. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only)

Make an appointment with a Sony certified technician at a U.S. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with the setup of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/backstage

to find the nearest location.

Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations

Ergonomic Considerations

Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations:

❑ Position of your computer – Place the display directly in front of you. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in

a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take frequent breaks while using your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons.

❑ Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the

floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards.

Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations

❑ Viewing angle of the display – Use the display tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and

muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the display as well.

While adjusting the viewing angle, do not exert excessive pressure on your computer to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage.

❑ Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect

lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency.

❑ Venti lation – Make sure you leave at least 4 inches / 10 cm of space behind and at least 8 inches / 20 cm of space on

each side of the main unit.

Getting Started >

Getting Started

This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.

Before starting your computer for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Upon completion, connect one device (for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions.

❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13)

❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 17)

❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 18)

❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 26)

❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 27)

❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 29)

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

Locating Controls and Ports

Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.

The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications.

Front

A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 17) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 45)

D HDMI/VIDEO input indicator E WIRELESS indicator (page 17) F Disc drive indicator (page 17) G Power indic ator (page 17) H Built-in speakers (stereo) I LCD screen/touch screen (page 41)

Due to the mechanical design of the touch screen of your computer, some areas of the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for an extended period of time. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

J Bottom chassis frame (page 116) K Remote sensor

Point the supplied remote commander to this sensor for operations.

* On selected models only.

(page 17)

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

Back

A Power button B DISPLAY OFF button/DISPLAY OFF indicator (page 17)

Press this button to turn off the LCD backlight. While the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/video input source by the INPUT SELECT button (page 15), pressing this button also turns off the volume.

C Air exhaust vent D Memory module compartment cover (page 109)

E VIDEO INPUT jacks F HDMI INPUT port

(page 60)

G AC input port (page 18) H Prop-up stand (page 116)

I CABLE/ANT (DIGITAL/ANALOG) input port

(page 53)

J Network (LAN) por t (page 81) K OPTICAL OUT port (page 92)

(Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz)

L USB ports

On selected models only.

Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard and support high-/full-/low- speeds.

(page 94)

The area around the air exhaust vent (3) becomes extremely hot while your computer is on. Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it.

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

Right

A Optical disc drive (page 46) B Manual eject hole (page 146) C Drive eject button (page 46)

D INPUT SELECT button

INPUT SELECT indicator

E MENU button

(page 62)

F V/v (Up/Down) buttons G OK button

* On selected models only.

(page 62)

(page 62)/

(page 17)

(page 62)

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

Left

A "Memory Stick Duo" slot*

(page 69)

B Media Access indicator (page 17) C SD memory card slot (page 76) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 96)

E USB ports

(page 94)

F Headphones jack (page 92) G Microphone jack (page 93) H Line In jack

Connect an external audio device to receive audio signals.

Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".

Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard and support high-/full-/low- speeds.

Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights

About the Indicator Lights

Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights:

Indicator Functions

Power 1 Illuminates in green while the computer is on, illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and

HDMI/VIDEO input

Built-in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built-in camera is in use.

Media Access Illuminates while data access to a memor y card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in

INPUT SELECT

DISPLAY OFF Illuminates in orange while the LCD backlight is off.

Disc drive

WIRELESS Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled.

* On selected models only.

turns off when the computer is turned off.

Illuminates in green while the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/video input source.

progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in use.

Illuminates in green while the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/video input source.

Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in progress. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.

Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer

Setting Up Your Computer

Connecting a Power Source

You need a power cord to connect your computer to an AC power source.

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Use only the supplied power cord for your computer.

Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer

To connect the power cord

1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into an AC outlet (2).

2 Route the power cord through the hole (3) of the prop-up stand and plug the other end into the AC input port (4) on the

computer.

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To disconnect your computer completely from AC power, turn off the computer and unplug the power cord.

Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible.

If you unplug the power cord from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you may lose all unsaved data.

Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer

Preparing for Wall Mounting

Four mounting studs and six screws, which are compliant with the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) mounting standard, are supplied with your computer for connecting the computer to your mounting system.

Before connecting your computer to your mounting system or changing your computer setup from the desktop type to the wall-mount type, make sure that:

The weight of your computer is within the range of supported weight of your mounting system. See the manual that came with your mounting system for the weight information. You shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, disconnect the power cord and the peripheral devices from the power source, and

then wait about an hour until the computer cools down before proceeding. While your computer is wall mounted, do not place any objects on top of your computer so as not to break the frame and cause the main unit to fall from the wall, resulting in damage to the computer or personal injuries.

Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer

To set up the computer for mounting

1 Gently face down your computer on a flat surface.

When facing down your computer, be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the screen frame.

2 Remove the four screws (1) and take the prop-up stand (2) off the computer.

Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer

3 Remove the 13 screws (3) from the back of the prop-up stand and take off the mounting base plate (4).

Be sure to keep the removed screws for future use.

Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer

4 Flip over the mounting base plate (5) and screw it onto the back of the computer using the four screws (6) that you

removed in step 1.

Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer

5 Secure the mounting base plate additionally with the supplied two long screws (7).

Be sure to tighten the screws with adequate torque.

Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer

6 Screw the supplied four mounting studs (8) onto the mounting base plate.

Be sure to use the supplied accessory tool and tighten the mounting studs with adequate torque.

7 Secure your wall mount attachment to your computer with the supplied four short screws.

Do not use any screws other than the supplied ones.

8 Follow the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting system to mount your computer using the

hole on each mounting stud.

Getting Started > Shutting Down Your Computer Safely

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely

To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.

To shut down your computer

1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer.

2 Click Start and the Shut down button.

3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off

automatically. The power indicator light turns off.

Getting Started > Using the Power Saving Mode

Using the Power Saving Mode

In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode.

Turn off your computer if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time.

Mode Description

Normal mode This is the normal state of your computer while it is in use. The green power indicator light is lit while the

computer is in this mode.

Sleep mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power

consumption mode. The orange power indicator light illuminates while your computer is in this mode.

Getting Started > Using the Power Saving Mode

Using Sleep Mode

To activate Sleep mode

Click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and Sleep.

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Alternatively, you can press the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied) to place your computer into Sleep mode.

To return 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 computer.

Make sure that the batteries of your wireless keyboard and remote commander (if supplied) are properly installed and not running out of power.

If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds, your computer will turn off automatically. You will lose all unsaved data.

If the computer is not used for a certain period of time, it will enter Sleep mode. To modify this, you can change the Sleep mode settings.

To change the Sleep mode settings

1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Power Options.

2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan.

3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes.

Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition

Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition

Updating Your Computer

Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer's efficiency, security, and functionality.

The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them on the computer.

❑ Windows Update

Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions.

❑ VAIO Update 5

Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update 5 and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates.

Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition

Using the VAIO Care

With the VAIO Care, you can regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on your computer to keep it running at an optimum level. Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is found on your computer. The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to solve the problem.

To launch the VAIO Care

❑ On models with the ASSIST button

Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on.

❑ On models without the ASSIST button

Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Care, and VAIO Care.

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See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information.

On models with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue. The VAIO Care Rescue can be used to recover your computer in case of emergency, for example, when the Windows does not start.

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