User's Manual

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Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using Various Functions with Built-in Sensors
Obtaining Location Information with a Built-in Digital Compass
With a built-in digital compass, you can obtain location information on the following software applications.
VAIO Location Search
For information on how to use the VAIO Location Search, see the help file included with the software.
Digital Compass
You first need to install the Digital Compass to use the software. Follow these steps to install the software:
1 Click Start, All Programs, DigitalCompass, and SonyDigitalCompass.
If the User Account Control window appears, click Yes.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions.
After the installation process is complete, the Digital Compass gadget is displayed on the sidebar.
When you close the Digital Compass gadget, right-click on the desktop, select Gadget, and double-click Digital Compass in the list to display the
gadget again.
Calibrate the built-in digital compass with the VAIO Control Center when the digital compass does not display the correct direction.