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Sony PCG-8491 manual Setup the Jog Dial settings, Using Your Notebook Computer, Using the Jog Dial

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1Turn the Jog Dial to select an item, then press the Jog Dial.

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	Using the Jog Dial™

Sony Notebook Computer User Guide

1Turn the Jog Dial to select an item, then press the Jog Dial.

The Jog Dial window switches to the guide mode, and shows the Jog Dial's function.

Jog Dial in the guide mode when "Speaker" is selected.

2Turn or press the Jog Dial to use the Jog Dial's function.

3To select another item, switch to the launcher mode and repeat from step 1.

Setup the Jog Dial settings

You can select the rotation direction, allocate functions to software that do not support the Jog Dial, or select the sound effects while using the Jog Dial, etc.

1Click Setup in the Jog Dial window to display the Jog Dial Setup window.

2Click the Configuration tab to display the Setup window.

To select the rotation direction: select "Upward" or "Downward" in the Spinning direction of the Jog Dial. The default setting is "Upward".

To allocate functions to software that do not support the Jog Dial: select the function you want to allocate to the software in "Software which are not compatible with the Jog Dial". The default setting is "Scroll function".

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Sony PCG-8491 manual Setup the Jog Dial settings, Using Your Notebook Computer, Using the Jog Dial

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Sony Notebook Computer User Guide PCG-X29Notice to Users Sony Notebook Computer User GuideSafety Information PCG-8491Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Owner’s RecordRegulatory Information Sony Notebook Computer User GuideSony Notebook Computer User Guide WARNINGS GeneralCD-ROM/DVD-ROM DVD-ROM for models equipped with a DVD-ROM driveDISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY Sony Notebook Computer User GuideDisposal of Lithium ion batteries Welcome WelcomeAbout the User Guides About the User GuidesPrinted Documentation On-line DocumentationBatteryScope, etc WelcomeAbout the User Guides Unpacking Your Notebook Computer Unpacking Your Notebook ComputerWelcome Sony Notebook Computer User GuideErgonomic Considerations Ergonomic ConsiderationsWelcome 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 WelcomeErgonomic Considerations Using Your Notebook Computer Using Your Notebook ComputerLocating the Controls and Connectors Locating the Controls and ConnectorsFront Using Your Notebook ComputerLocating the Controls and Connectors Power indicatorRight Using Your Notebook ComputerLocating the Controls and Connectors 1 Power buttonBack Using Your Notebook ComputerLocating the Controls and Connectors connectorBottom Using Your Notebook ComputerLocating the Controls and Connectors Computer User GuideConnecting a Power Source Connecting a Power SourceUsing the AC Adapter Using Your Notebook ComputerUsing Battery Power Using Your Notebook ComputerConnecting a Power Source 1 Open the cover of the battery bayUsing Your Notebook Computer Connecting a Power Source1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer 2 Insert the battery pack Using Your Notebook Computer Connecting a Power SourceBattery Indicator Battery Indicator Light StatusUsing Your Notebook Computer Connecting a Power SourceFor some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer may not enter system hibernation mode when battery life is low. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as system suspend or system hibernation Sony Notebook Computer User GuideUsing Your Notebook Computer Connecting a Power Source1 Open the cover of the battery bay 2 Pull out the battery pack 3 Close the cover of the battery bayStarting Your Computer Starting Your ComputerUsing Your Notebook Computer Shutting Down Your Computer Shutting Down Your ComputerUsing Your Notebook Computer Closing the Front Panel Closing the Front PanelUsing Your Notebook Computer Registering Your Computer Registering Your ComputerUsing Your Notebook Computer Using the Keyboard Using the KeyboardUsing Your Notebook Computer Notebook Computer User GuideUsing Your Notebook Computer Using the KeyboardGuide KeysCombinations and Functions with the Windows Key Using Your Notebook ComputerUsing the Keyboard Sony Notebook Computer User GuideIndicators Using Your Notebook ComputerUsing the Keyboard Data is read from or written to theCombinations and Functions with the Fn Key Using Your Notebook ComputerUsing the Keyboard FeatureUsing Your Notebook Computer Using the KeyboardCombinations Feature Sony Notebook Computer User GuideUsing the Jog Dial Using the Jog DialUsing Your Notebook Computer To Use the Jog Dial Using Your Notebook ComputerUsing the Jog Dial You can adjust the size of the Jog Dial window or close it. ToSetup the Jog Dial settings Using Your Notebook ComputerUsing the Jog Dial 1 Turn the Jog Dial to select an item, then press the Jog DialUsing Your Notebook Computer Using the Jog DialTo cancel the sound effect, remove the check in Spin and Push Software that support the Jog Dial Software that do not support the Jog DialUsing Your Notebook Computer Using the Jog DialUsing the Touchpad Using the TouchpadUsing Your Notebook Computer Using Your Notebook Computer Using the TouchpadPress the left button twice Using the Floppy Disk Drive Using the Floppy Disk DriveTo Use as an External Drive Using Your Notebook ComputerTo use as an internal drive Using Your Notebook ComputerUsing the Floppy Disk Drive Hold the diskette with the label side facing upUsing Your Notebook Computer Using the Floppy Disk DriveEject button LED indicator Sony Notebook Computer User GuideTo remove the Floppy Disk drive Using Your Notebook ComputerUsing the Floppy Disk Drive When the computer is off, skip steps 1 andUsing the DVD-ROM Drive Using the DVD-ROM DriveUsing Your Notebook Computer Using Your Notebook Computer Using the DVD-ROM DriveWhen you finish using a disc, wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the disc Sony Notebook Computer User GuideTo remove the DVD-ROM drive To insert the DVD-ROM driveUsing Your Notebook Computer Using the DVD-ROM DriveUsing PC Cards Using PC CardsUsing Your Notebook Computer Sony Notebook Computer User GuideUsing Your Notebook Computer Using PC CardsUse the lower slot for PC type III cards Using Your Notebook Computer Using PC Cardspower management modes recognized. Reboot yourUsing Your Notebook Computer Using PC Cards1 Close any applications that are using the PC card Using Smart Connect and Smart Connect Monitor Using Smart Connect and Smart Connect MonitorUsing Your Notebook Computer Using Power Saving Modes Using Power Saving ModesNormal Mode System Idle ModeSystem Suspend Mode System Hibernation ModeUsing Your Notebook Computer Using Power Saving ModesUsing a Second Battery Pack Using a Second Battery PackUsing Your Notebook Computer Using Your Notebook Computer Using a Second Battery PackTo charge the second battery pack Multi-purpose bay Weight SaverUsing Your Notebook Computer Using a Second Battery Pack2 Remove the weight saver, and then pull out the battery pack Using the Weight Saver Using the Weight SaverUsing Your Notebook Computer Connecting peripheral devices Connecting peripheral devicesConnecting to a phone line PC card modemPC card modem Connecting peripheral devicesChoosing an optional PC Card Modem Connecting peripheral devicesPC card modem Phone line jackDocking station Connecting peripheral devicesAll connectors are SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage according to EN60950 PC card modemBefore connecting the docking Leftstation Connecting peripheral devicesTo connect the docking station to your computer Connecting peripheral devicesPlease make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible Docking/FDD connectorTo remove the docking station from your computer Connecting peripheral devicesPC card modem 5 Push the tab into the hollow firmly until it clicksConnecting peripheral devices Do not remove the docking station when the IN USE indicator litsPC card modem Sony Notebook Computer User GuideExternal Mouse or Keyboard External Mouse or KeyboardConnecting peripheral devices Floppy Disk Drive Floppy Disk DriveTo connect a floppy disk drive To use the floppy disk drive standConnecting peripheral devices Floppy Disk DriveProjections Holes Before using the printer PrinterPrinter To connect a printerConnecting peripheral devices Printer2 Click the Device Manager tab 3 Select Apply, and then click OK External Display External DisplayConnecting peripheral devices Connecting peripheral devices External DisplayTo connect a multimedia computer display Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a projectorRGB signal cable External DisplayConnecting peripheral devices External DisplayTo select a display PressUsing Memory Sticks To use diskettes with the Digital MavicaTo use diskettes with the Digital Mavica Connecting peripheral devicesMemory Sticks Memory SticksConnecting peripheral devices Digital Video Camera Recorder Digital Video Camera RecorderConnecting peripheral devices AV Devices AV DevicesTo connect an MD deck or a CD player Connecting peripheral devicesConnecting peripheral devices SERIAL/CONTROL A1 II switch Docking Station connected to the computerAV Devices Sony Notebook Computer User GuideTo connect a CD player, an active speaker, or an amplifier Connecting peripheral devicesAV Devices Computer User GuideTo connect a TV or a Video Deck Connecting peripheral devicesPower cord AV DevicesExternal Speakers External SpeakersConnecting peripheral devices External Microphone External MicrophoneConnecting peripheral devices Universal Serial Bus USB Device Universal Serial Bus USB DeviceTo connect a USB device Connecting peripheral devicesGetting Help Getting HelpAbout Sony’s Support Options About Sony’s Support OptionsOther sources of information The online help files that accompany your pre-installed software contain instructions on using the softwareGetting Help About Sony’s Support OptionsTroubleshooting TroubleshootingTable of troubleshooting methods About the computer and softwareTroubleshooting Getting Help1 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer Troubleshooting 1 Press F2 The BIOS Setup menu starts 2 Set the date month/day/yearGetting Help Troubleshooting If you still have problems, please call VAIO-LinkGetting Help Troubleshooting Getting HelpMy software program “locks up” or crashes My mouse doesn’t workAbout Digital Video Captures and DVgate About the displayTroubleshooting Getting HelpAbout DVD-ROMs, CD-ROMs and diskettes TroubleshootingGetting Help Make sure the computer is turned onAbout sound Troubleshooting1 Make sure the mute setting is off in your DVD player Getting HelpAbout the modem TroubleshootingCheck the volume controls in Windows Getting HelpTroubleshooting Getting HelpN.B., you are strongly advised to always use the same PC Card slot Troubleshooting Getting Help2 Open My Computer 3 Open the Control Panel 4 Open Modems About peripherals TroubleshootingGetting Help Make sure the PC card is compatible with your version of WindowsNotes on Use Notes on UseAdding Memory Adding MemoryPrecautions Notes on UseAdding Memory Handle the Memory Module gentlyNotes on Use Adding MemoryDo not place the memory module in places subject to To remove a memory module 1 Follow the steps 1 to 5 of To install a memory moduleNotes on Use Adding MemoryTo install a memory module Adding MemoryNotes on Use Notes on Use Adding MemorySony Notebook Computer User Guide TabsNotes on Use Adding MemorySony Notebook Computer User Guide 1 Slide the memory module into the slotTo view the amount of memory Notes on UseAdding Memory Placing a Keycap Placing a KeycapTo place a keycap keycaps when placing themOther precautions Other precautionsNotes on Use Other precautions Notes on UseOn handling the display filter Other precautions Notes on UseOn Handling the display filter and the LCD Screen On the Power Source Other precautionsNotes on Use Your computer operates on 100V-240V AC 50/60 HzOther precautions On InstallationNotes on Use On HandlingOther precautions Notes on UseDo not use cut or damaged connection cables Other precautions Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heatNotes on Use Other precautions You do not need to discharge the battery before rechargingNotes on Use Specifications SpecificationsSony 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