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Enjoying 3D
Information Guide
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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 …………………………………………………………… 8 3D Glasses ………………………………………………………………………… 1 Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………… 13 Precautions ………………………………………………………………………… 14 Simulated 3D Function (2D to 3D Conversion) D to 3D conversion is an easy task for your computer. Enjoy your D content (such as Blu-ray Disc™ media, DVDs, a
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Safety Information Viewing 3D images Handling the 3D glasses Be sure to follow the instructions in the Do not use the 3D glasses for any purpose manuals that came with your VAIO other than viewing 3D images on computer when viewing 3D images. 3D-capable displays specified by Sony. Some people may experience discomfort Do not drop or modify the 3D glasses. (such as eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while If the 3D glasses are broken, avoid contact watching 3D video images or usin
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Notes on Viewing 3D Images Correct posture for viewing 3D sync transmitter 3D images communication range Always wear the supplied 3D glasses while The 3D glasses operate by communicating viewing 3D images. with the 3D sync transmitter on your Adjust the angle of the LCD screen so that your computer. The approximate communication eyes are perpendicular to your computer range of the transmitter is illustrated below: screen and keep a distance of f eet (60 cm) The range (angle and distan
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Before Using the 3D Function You first need to configure the initial settings 5 Plug the other end of the USB charging for the 3D function. cable into the USB port on the computer. Charging the battery To prevent battery deterioration, charge the battery at least once every six to twelve months. Turn off the 3D glasses. 1 2 Turn on your computer. The battery starts charging and the yellow LED indicator light on the 3D glasses turns on. When the computer is off, the 3D glasses cannot be
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Configuring the initial Selecting 3D-related settings for NVIDIA 3D Vision software After you turn on your computer for the first You can quickly find and start 3D-related time and set up Windows, the initial settings software you want to use from VAIO 3D wizard for the 3D function (NVIDIA 3D Vision) Portal. appears. Click Start , All Programs, and VAIO 3D 1 Click Yes to start the initial settings wizard. Portal to start VAIO 3D Portal. After the settings are complete, playback of the 3D-
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Using the 3D Function You can play content specially made for 3D Playing Blu-ray 3D Disc playback (such as Blu-ray 3D Disc media). You media can also use the simulated 3D function to view D content (such as DVDs and videos) in simulated 3D. Click Start, All Programs, Corel, and Corel 1 WinDVD BD. WinDVD BD 3D starts. Be sure to connect the AC adapter to your computer when playing 3D content. 2 Insert Blu-ray 3D Disc media into the optical disc drive. The list of software used for the
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Viewing 3D photos or videos Converting D content to 3D The simulated 3D function allows you to 1 Start the software that supports 3D photo convert and play D c ontent (such as videos) or video playback. in simulated 3D just by pressing the 3D button on your computer while you are viewing D 2 Start 3D photo or video playback. content on the computer screen. Turn on the 3D glasses and wear them. 3 4 Press the 3D button on your computer.
=> The quality of simulated 3D may vary dependin
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Using the 3D Function Adjusting the 3D settings Viewing Blu-ray 3D Disc media on a 3D-capable TV You can adjust the 3D effect with the VAIO Control Center. You can view Blu-ray 3D Disc media on a 3D- 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO capable display (such as a 3D TV) by Control Center. connecting the display to your computer with an HDMI cable (not supplied). 2 Click 3D Effect Settings in the left pane of the window. Be sure to use the 3D glasses specified by the TV Adjust the 3D eff
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4 Press the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output to only an external display. 5 Click Start, All Programs, Corel, and Corel WinDVD BD. WinDVD BD 3D starts. 6 Insert Blu-ray 3D Disc media into the optical disc drive. Playback automatically starts. 7 Turn on the 3D glasses that came with the connected display and wear them.
=> The way to switch 3D images to D images diff ers depending on the 3D TV you are using. See the manual that came with your 3D TV for detailed information.
=> Th
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3D Glasses IR sensor Parts and components Receives signals from the 3D sync transmitter. The sensitivity of the IR (Infrared Ray) sensor varies according to a distance between the 3D glasses and your computer or usage environment. Keep the IR sensor clean. Connector for charge Open the connector cover and connect Power button your computer to the connector for charge Power on: Press once. with the supplied USB charging cable to Power off: Hold down the power button for char
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Troubleshooting If 3D images from your computer are not What should I do if 3D images are displayed on a 3D-capable display (such as not displayed or the 3D effect is less a 3D TV), display the initial settings wizard pronounced on my computer for NVIDIA 3D Vision on the TV screen and screen? complete the initial settings (page 11). When you view 3D images on your computer, make sure the 3D indicator light What should I do if 3D images do on the computer turns on. not play smoothl
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Precautions About the 3D glasses Replacement and additional purchase of the 3D glasses The 3D glasses operate by receiving infrared rays from the 3D sync transmitter. The TDG-BR50 3D glasses ar e available for The performance may be affected if: purchase as of March 011. (The model
=> the 3D glasses do not face the 3D sync name may change without notice.) transmitter.
=> there are obstacles between the 3D sync About the simulated 3D function transmitter and the 3D glasses. The 3D e
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