User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Before Use
- Getting Started
- Using Your VAIO Computer
- Using the Keyboard
- Using the Pointing Device
- Using Special-function Buttons
- Using the Quick Web Access Function
- Using the Built-in Camera
- Using "Memory Stick"
- Using Other Modules / Memory Cards
- Using the Internet
- Using the Network (LAN)
- Using the Wireless LAN
- Using the Bluetooth Function
- Viewing One-segment Broadcasts
- Using Various Functions with Built-in Sensors
- Using Peripheral Devices
- Customizing Your VAIO Computer
- Precautions
- Troubleshooting
- Trademarks
- Notice
- Statment
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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.
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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.