Sony PCG-812 - Manual (Page 54)

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide
Infrared communication capability сап be turned on and off. By default, it is not enabled
when your system is shipped. To enable infrared use, click the infrared icon in the Windows
Control Panel and select the Enable infrared communication checkbox on the Options tab.
You can disable infrared communication when you are not using it to conserve battery life
Use the infrared icon in the Windows®Control Panel to enable and disable infrared
communication. Do not use the icon in the taskbar.
When you transfer files directly from devices other than the internal hard disk drive, such as
a CD-ROM drive or hard disk drive on a network, set the system suspend and system
hibernation timers to off.
Check the Status tag of the Infrared Monitor in the Windows Control Panel to determine if
the infrared device is detected.
If the two devices are too far apart or too close together, data transfer may be interrupted or
there may be noise in the transmission.
Do not cover the infrared ports with your hand or any other objects.
Avoid direct sunlight fluorescent light or flashing incandescent light near the infrared
ports.
See the manual that came with your digital still camera or other infrared communication
device for more information on installation and use.
The active area of infrared transmission extends about 39 Ye inches (1m) with a radius of 15
degrees..