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Note
The shape of the HDMI output port varies depending on the model you purchased. Be sure to use an HDMI
cable that is compatible with the HDMI output port on your VAIO computer.
If a device driver other than the one provided by Sony is used, the image will not be displayed and audio will
not be heard. Always use the device driver provided by Sony for updates.
To hear sound from a device connected to the HDMI output port, you need to change the sound output
device. For detailed instructions, see
Hint
The HDMI output port on your VAIO computer is compliant with the High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection (HDCP) standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of digital video signals for
the purpose of copyright protection, which enables you to view a wide variety of copyright protected and
high-quality content.
Connecting a High-Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV
You can connect a high-quality home theater receiver or other surround sound decoder devices between your
VAIO computer and a TV using an HDMI connection.
1. Make sure the HDMI connection has been set up between the TV and the home theater receiver or
surround sound decoder device.
2. Change the device for sound output to the HDMI output. (See
more information.)
3. Turn on the TV and set its input to the HDMI input.
4. Turn on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set its input to the HDMI input.
5. Plug one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI input port on the home theater receiver or surround sound
decoder device and the other end to the HDMI output port on your VAIO computer.
Hint
You can adjust the screen resolution of the connected TV with your VAIO computer. See
Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device
With the HDMI connection, the volume can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Your VAIO
computer has no control over the output volume of any connected devices.
Changing the Sound Output Device
If there is no sound coming from an external device connected to your VAIO computer, you need to change the
device for sound output.
1. Open Control Panel and select Hardware and Sound. (See
Changing the Sound Output
Device.
Changing the Sound Output Device
for more information.
Opening Control Panel
for
Changing the
to open
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