User manual SONY PCG-Z1XFP LABEL

[. . . ] reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. [. . . ] You can disable infrared communication when you are not using it to conserve battery life. Use the Infrared icon in the Windows Control Panel to enable and disable infrared communication. Do not use the icon in the taskbar. Using Infrared Communication Devices 31 Check the Status tag of the Infrared Monitor in the Windows Control Panel to determine if the infrared device is detected. If the two devices are too far apart or too close together, data transfer may be interrupted or there may be noise in the transmission. Do not cover the infrared ports with your hand or any other objects. Avoid direct sunlight, fluorescent light, or flashing incandescent light near the infrared ports. See the manual that came with your digital still camera or other infrared communication device for more information on installation and use. The active area of infrared transmission extends about 39 3/8 inches (1m) with a radius of 15 degrees. 39 3/8 inches (1m) Infrared port 15 degrees 32 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer has three distinct power saving modes: System Idle, System Suspend, and System Hibernation. When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer automatically enters System Hibernation mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5%, regardless of the power management setting you select. If your battery level falls to less than 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery. Normal Mode This is the normal state of your computer when it is in use. The green power indicator light is on in this mode. Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables. Turn on the peripherals, then turn on your computer. If you connect the printer which is not compatible with the Windows 98, your computer and the printer may not work properly. 40 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide to your computer Power cord to Printer Printer Printer cable (supplied with the printer) See the manual that came with your printer for more information on installation and use. Before using the printer, you may need to change the Printer setting in the Sony Notebook Setup software. See "Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen" in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® 505 SuperSlim Notebook. Connecting the i. LINK Port Replicator 41 Connecting an External Display You can use the port replicator to connect an external display to your notebook computer. For example, you can use the computer with any of the following: u u Computer display (monitor) (page 41) Projector (page 42) Turn off your computer and the peripherals; unplug the AC adapter and the power cord before connecting the external display. Connect the power cord after connecting all of the other cables. Turn on the peripherals, then turn on your computer. Some Computer displays or projectors may not be used as a monitor with the LCD on your computer display at the same time. You can toggle the display mode between the LCD on your computer and the external display. See "To select a display" on page 42 or "Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key" on page 21. The optional display adapter PCGA-DA5 allows you to connect a display directly to the port replicator connector, eliminating the need for the port replicator. [. . . ] PictureGearTM Sony Electronics This image management software displays images from your hard drive, a Sony Digital Still Camera, or a Sony Mavica® Camera. The images appear in a convenient light-table format, so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder. Prodigy InternetTM Prodigy Communications Corporation An online service that helps you find what you need online faster and smarter. Prodigy delivers powerful online content such as sports scores, stock quotes, news, and easy access to Excite, plus quality customer service, all at a competitive price. About the Software on Your Computer 71 Quicken® Basic 99 Intuit, Inc. [. . . ]