Wireless Presentation Mouse VGP-WMS50A
Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
English
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
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Repair and maintenance only by authorized Sony technicians. Improper use and repairs can create a safety hazard.
Do not open wireless devices, as opening them, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee.
Avoid looking directly at the red light emitted from the bottom of the mouse. Doing so could harm your eyes.
Disposal of AA batteries
•This wireless device is powered by AA batteries.
•For installing the batteries, please refer to the "Inserting batteries into the mouse" section of this manual.
•Do not handle damaged or leaking batteries. Dispose of promptly and properly.
•Batteries may explode or leak if recharged, disposed of in fire, mixed with other types of battery or improperly installed.
•Batteries used in these devices may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 60°C (140°F) or incinerate.
•Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
•Keep away from children.
•Dispose of properly at
•In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited. Please use the appropriate public collection system.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
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•Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and PowerPoint® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries.
•All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. In this manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified.
•In this manual, Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition, Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional and Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition are referred to as Windows XP.
•In this manual, Windows Vista™ Home Basic, Windows Vista™ Home Premium, Windows Vista™ Business and Windows Vista™ Ultimate are referred to as Windows Vista.
Before Use
The Wireless Presentation Mouse is a USB mouse specifically designed for Sony VAIO® computers* with USB ports and
*This includes Windows XP Ready PCs upgraded with the Windows XP Upgrade Program distributed by Sony Corporation.
This product features a presentation mode, enabling use not only as a wireless mouse but also as a presentation remote, allowing for pointer movement and slideshow direction from a distance.
Mouse mode: Use as a wireless mouse.
Presentation mode: Use as a pointing device, ideal for presentations.
Notes
•Inserting the wireless receiver into the computer’s USB port may disable neighboring USB ports.
•Operation is not guaranteed for every computer that meets the above conditions.
Names of Parts
Wireless mouse | Low battery lamp |
CONNECT button
Second button
Scroller and Pointer
Right button
Power/mode switch
First button 
Left button
Power OFF
Mouse mode Presentation mode
* Hereafter referred to as Scroll Pointer.
Wireless receiver
Connect button
USB connector
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zIf the icon does not appear
Restart your computer and make sure the icon is displayed.
Enabling communication between the mouse and receiver
1 Turn the mouse on.
Set the power/mode switch located on the bottom of the mouse to one of the following positions.
When using as a wireless mouse (mouse mode) : MOUSE
When using in presentations (presentation mode) : P
Note
Whenever you operate the power/mode switch, be careful not to stare directly into the red light emitted from the base of the mouse.
zWhen using the mouse for the first time
We recommend that you set the power/mode switch to MOUSE.
2 Press the Connect button on the receiver.
Note
If you find it difficult to press the Connect button, use a ballpoint pen or similar pointed objects to gently press the button.
The receiver LED lights up green, and the mouse can be recognized for a period of about 30 seconds.
3 Press the CONNECT button on the mouse.
Note
If you find it difficult to press the CONNECT button, use a ballpoint pen or similar pointed objects to gently press the button.
Communication is established between the mouse and receiver.
4 Wait until the receiver LED turns off before moving the mouse (or moving the Scroll Pointer in presentation mode).
If the pointer on the computer screen moves, you can use the mouse.
To stop using the mouse
Disconnect the receiver from the USB port of the computer.
You can disconnect and connect the receiver without turning the computer off. By setting the mouse power/mode switch to OFF, you can conserve battery power.
Operating distance of the mouse
The mouse can normally be operated within about a 32 ft. (10 m) radius around the receiver. Depending on the usage environment, sometimes the usable distance may be notably shorter, preventing normal operation.
In such a case, take the following measures:
•Use the mouse as far away from other wireless devices as possible.
•Use the mouse closer to the receiver.
•Use a mouse pad.
Using as a Wireless Mouse (Mouse Mode)
To use the unit as a wireless mouse, set the power/mode switch located on the bottom of the mouse to MOUSE. When you move the mouse, the pointer displayed on your computer screen moves in the same direction.
zWhen using as a wireless mouse
The following icon is displayed in the notification area:
Notes
•The optical mouse distinguishes movement by reflecting the red light from its base off surfaces and detecting shadows with an optical sensor.
The optical mouse may not operate correctly on the following surfaces:
–Transparent surfaces (such as glass)
–Surfaces that reflect light (such as glossy plastics or mirrors)
–Surfaces with a repetitive pattern, such as screening (like those used for printing photos in magazines and newspapers)
–Surfaces that are striped or have another distinct,
If the mouse pointer does not move smoothly across the screen, make sure you are not using the mouse on one of the surfaces listed above.
•The soles on the base of the mouse are made with a
Basic operations
Scroll Pointer Tilt the Scroll Pointer up, down, left, or right to scroll vertically and horizontally. You can adjust scroll speed and sensitivity in the “Mouse Properties” dialog box. For details, see “Adjusting Mouse Properties”.
Right button* Press to open the shortcut menu and perform specific functions, such as copying text/image files and viewing file information.
First button* Press to go back to previous pages when browsing the Web or to view previous screens.
Second Button* Press to go forward to the next page when browsing the Web (when First button has been used to go back).
Left button* Press to perform specific mouse functions, such as opening files and selecting programs. The left button is used most often when using the mouse.
*You can configure the right button, left button, First button, and Second button functions in the “Mouse Properties” dialog box. For details, see “Adjusting Mouse Properties” .
Using the Presentation Function (Presentation Mode)
Set the power/mode switch located on the bottom of the mouse to P to turn off the red light and enter presentation mode. In presentation mode, you can move the pointer from a distance and button functions are set to make presenting easier.
zWhen using presentation mode
The following icon is displayed in the notification area:
Basic operations in presentation mode
Button functions will change to the following in presentation mode:
Scroll Pointer When you move the Scroll Pointer, the pointer displayed on your screen moves in the same direction.
Right button • Clicking: When using PowerPoint2003 or later, begins slide show from selected sheet.
•Holding the button for more than 1 second: Opens the menu box and lets you select specific functions. For details, see “Opening the menu box.”
First button/Second button
| Displays the previous/next slide. |
Left button | Same function as in mouse mode. |
z
•You can configure the right button, left button, First button, and Second button functions. For details, see “Adjusting Mouse Properties.”
•For details on how to use during presentations, see “Giving presentations (steps and hints).”
Opening the menu box
1 Press and hold the right button for more than 1 second.
The menu box opens.
2 Use the Scroll Pointer to move the pointer to an icon, and click the right button.
The menu box closes and the selected function takes effect.
Closing the menu box
When the menu box is open, you cannot move the pointer outside of the menu box’s frame. To close the menu box, select an icon or click the left button.
Giving presentations (steps and hints)
The following are steps and hints on giving presentations using PowerPoint software.
1 Open the presentation file.
2 Start the slideshow.
•For PowerPoint2003 or later: Click the right button.
•For any other software: Press and hold the right button for more than 1 second to open the menu box, move the pointer to the icon in the center (
), and click the right button.
zHaving the mouse pointer displayed during the slideshow
Under the default settings, the pointer is hidden when the mouse is not moved for more than 3 seconds. While giving a PowerPoint slideshow presentation, change the settings to have the pointer displayed.
Moving back and forward during the slideshow
Click First button or Second button.
Moving the pointer
Move the Scroll Pointer.
3 End the slideshow.
Press and hold the right button for more than 1 second to open the menu box, move the pointer to (
), and click the right button.
Adjusting Mouse Properties
1 Double-click the mouse icon (
or
) in the notification area.
2 Click the tab for the mouse property you want to change, and adjust the specific category.
Note
Select the “Scroll & Pointer” tab to adjust the Scroll Pointer settings.
Precautions
Safety | • Avoid looking directly at the red light emitted from the |
| bottom of the mouse. Doing so could harm your eyes. |
| • If any solid object or liquid falls onto the mouse, |
| disconnect it and have it checked by qualified personnel |
Location | before continuing its use. |
Do not place the mouse in a location where it is: | |
| • On an unstable surface |
| • In very humid areas or where there is no ventilation |
| • Subject to excessive dust |
| • Subject to direct sunlight or extreme heat |
Operation | • Extremely cold |
If the mouse is brought directly from a cold to a warm | |
| location or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may |
| condense on the inside of the mouse. If this occurs, the |
| mouse may not work properly. |
| In this case, wait about 30 minutes for the moisture to |
| evaporate. If the mouse does not work properly after one |
| hour, consult your nearest Sony dealer. |
Cleaning the outside of the mouse
Clean the mouse with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
Replacing the batteries
The following indicate low battery charge. Replace the batteries in such cases.
•The low battery lamp on the mouse flashes red.
•The low battery message pops up on your screen and the mouse icon
(
or 
) in the notification area located on the bottom right corner
of the screen changes to the following:
When the batteries are replaced, the low battery lamp will stop flashing and the mouse icon will return to normal.
Specifications
Wireless mouse
Interface | 2.4 GHz Digital wireless transmission *1 |
Position tracking principle | Optical sensor |
Sensor resolution | 800 counts per inch |
Transmission distance | 32 ft. (10 m) max. line of sight *2 |
Power requirements | 3 V DC (two manganese IEC R6 [size AA] |
| batteries) |
Dimensions | Approx. 2.4 (w) ⋅ 1.5 (h) ⋅ 4.5 (d) in. |
| (59.9 (w) mm ⋅ 37.3 (h) mm ⋅ 111.9 (d) mm) |
Mass | Approx. 4.3 oz. (120 g) (including batteries) |
Wireless receiver
Interface | USB (USB 2.0 compatible) |
Frequency band | 2.4 GHz |
Dimensions | Approx. 0.8 (w) ⋅ 0.5 (h) ⋅ 2.4 (d) in. |
| (19.8 (w) mm ⋅ 10.5 (h) mm ⋅ 58.6 (d) mm) |
Mass | Approx. 0.4 oz. (10 g) |
Miscellaneous
Supported models | Sony VAIO personal computers with the |
| Windows XP or Windows Vista operating |
| system |
Operating temperature | 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) |
| (temperature gradient less than 18°F (10°C)/ |
| hour) |
Operating humidity | 20% to 80% (not condensed), provided that |
| humidity is less than 65% at 95°F (35°C) |
| (hygrometer reading of less than 84°F (29°C)) |
Storage temperature | |
| (temperature gradient less than 18°F (10°C)/ |
| hour) |
Storage humidity | 10% to 90% (not condensed), provided that |
| humidity is less than 20% at 140°F (60°C) |
| (hygrometer reading of less than 95°F (35°C) |
Accessories | Wireless receiver |
| Manganese IEC R6 (size AA) batteries (for |
| testing purposes) (2)*3 |
| Software |
| Operating Instructions (this document) (1) |
| Warranty Card (1) |
*1 This unit does not support communication with wireless LAN and Bluetooth®.
*2 The value may vary depending on the setting and operating conditions. *3 The supplied batteries are for testing purposes only. You can use the
mouse longer by using alkaline batteries.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the mouse, use this troubleshooting guide to solve the problem. If a problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Nothing happens when I press a mouse button.
❒The receiver is not connected properly to the USB port.
c Close all programs, and then reconnect the receiver to your computer.
❒The operating system is not compatible. c Use a supported operating system.
❒The USB port is not available.
c Check the “System Properties” of your computer.
❒The mouse batteries are drained.
c If the power does not come on when the power/mode switch is set to either MOUSE (mouse mode) or P (presentation mode), replace the batteries. For details, see “Preparations”.
❒The mouse and receiver are not communicating.
c Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Enabling communication between the mouse and receiver” to ensure that proper communication is possible.
c In some operating environments, the usable distance may be notably shorter, preventing normal operation. In such a case, use the mouse farther away from other electronic devices such as other computers and displays.
c If the mouse is too far from the receiver, communication is not possible. Bring the mouse and receiver closer together.
❒The mouse is being used on an unsuitable surface.
c When used on a mirror, glass, or other shiny surface, or on a transparent or strongly patterned surface, the sensor on the bottom of the mouse may not be able to correctly detect the mouse movements. On such surfaces, use a mouse pad.
❒The mouse may have difficulty communicating in a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN environment.
c It is best to use the mouse in a location with low interference from wireless devices.
Pressing the Connect button does not establish a connection.
c Check whether batteries are inserted in the mouse. For details, see “Preparations”.
c If the power/mode switch on the mouse is set to OFF, communication with the receiver is not possible. Check the power/mode switch setting on the bottom of the mouse.
c If the power does not come on when the power/mode switch is set to either mouse mode or presentation mode, the batteries may be drained. Under normal operating conditions, a set of alkaline batteries lasts about three months. Replace the batteries. For details, see “Preparations”.
c Communication between the mouse and receiver may not have been properly established. If the CONNECT button on the mouse is not pressed within 30 seconds of pressing the Connect button on the receiver, the receiver cancels communication. In such a case perform the procedure again to enable communication. For details, see “Enabling communication between the mouse and receiver”.
c If the mouse and receiver are too far apart, communication is not possible. The maximum communication distance between the mouse and receiver is about 32 ft. (10 m). If used on a metal table or if obstacles lie between the mouse and receiver, the usable distance may be less.
The scrolling features do not work.
❒The operating system is not compatible. c Use a supported operating system.
❒The program you are using is not compatible with the scrolling features.
c The scrolling features only work with programs that use a scroll function. c Some programs do not support the scrolling features.
❒After the receiver was installed, the computer was returned to normal mode from
c Disconnect the receiver from the USB port, wait a few seconds, and then reconnect it.
The pointer does not move when I move the mouse.
c Processing performed by Windows or other software may temporarily disable the mouse. Wait a few moments for the processing to finish before using the mouse.
c You may find some useful solutions in your computer’s operating instructions. Refer to the manuals provided with your computer.
❒The mouse batteries are exhausted.
c If the power does not come on when the power/mode switch is set to either mouse mode or presentation mode, replace the batteries. For details, see “Preparations”.
❒The mouse is not set to mouse mode.
c Set the power/mode switch on the bottom of the mouse to MOUSE (mouse mode).
❒The mouse and receiver are not communicating.
c Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Enabling communication between the mouse and receiver” to ensure that proper communication is possible.
c To reduce interference from other radio waves, keep the mouse away from other wireless devices.
c If the mouse is too far from the receiver, communication is not possible. Bring the mouse and receiver closer together.
❒The mouse is being used on an unsuitable surface.
c When used on a mirror, glass, or other shiny surface, or on a transparent or strongly patterned surface, the sensor on the bottom of the mouse may not be able to correctly detect the mouse movements. On such surfaces, use a mouse pad.
Pressing First button or Second button does not switch the screen.
❒The program you are using is not compatible with First button and Second button.
c First button and Second button only work with compatible programs. c The mouse settings may have been changed. Check the settings on the “Mouse Properties” screen. For instructions on displaying the “Mouse
Properties” screen, see “Adjusting Mouse Properties”.
When I am using the mouse, the display goes dark or the computer enters
❒The computer enters
c Change the power management settings for the computer to prevent it from entering
c Touch the touchpad or press any key on the keyboard to exit power- saving mode.
The computer does not return from Standby mode.
c Touch the touchpad or press any key on the keyboard to exit this mode.
The mouse pointer does not move smoothly across the screen.
c The optical mouse distinguishes movement by reflecting the red light from its base off surfaces and detecting shadows with an optical sensor. The optical mouse may not operate correctly on the following surfaces:
–Transparent surfaces (such as glass)
–Surfaces that reflect light (such as glossy plastics or mirrors)
–Surfaces with a repetitive pattern, such as screening (like those used for printing photos in magazines and newspapers)
–Surfaces that are striped or have another distinct,
Exiting power-saving mode with the mouse takes a long time or is not possible.
c Press any key or the power button on the keyboard.
When I start the computer an error message appears, saying that the mouse is not connected.
c Select the check box that offers not to display this message again, and then click “OK”.
The mouse does not move smoothly after returning from the power- saving mode.
c Disconnect the receiver from the USB port, wait a few seconds, and then reconnect it.
After connecting the receiver, it takes a while before the mouse can be used.
c If the receiver is connected while the computer is processing commands from Windows, other software, or another USB device, it may take a while for the computer to detect the receiver.
The buttons and Scroll Pointer do not work as I expected.
❒The mouse is set to the wrong operating mode.
c Check the power/mode switch setting on the bottom of the mouse and the mouse icon in the computer’s notification area, and set the power/ mode switch to the desired position.
❒The operation setting value is incorrect.
c Open the “Mouse Properties” screen, and adjust the setting to the desired value. For details, see “Adjusting Mouse Properties”.
c Select the “Wheel” tab in the “Mouse Properties” screen, and adjust the scroll setting to 2 or 3.
I do not know what mode the mouse is set to.
c Check the power/mode switch setting on the bottom of the mouse and the mouse icon in the computer’s notification area.
:Mouse mode
:Presentation mode
The receiver is connected but the mouse icon does not appear in the notification area.
c Disconnect the receiver from the USB port, wait a few seconds, and then reconnect it.
The low battery message pops up on the screen when the power/mode switch is set to OFF.
c When not using the mouse, set the power/mode switch to OFF, and disconnect the receiver from the computer.