Using Infrared Communication Devices - Sony PCG-505FX User Manual

Using Infrared Communication Devices

Your computer includes an infrared port, located on the right side of the
computer. You can use this port to communicate with other infrared-
equipped devices with compatible protocols, such as a digital still camera
or other computers.
To use infrared communication with a digital still camera
Align the infrared ports on the computer and the digital camera so that
they are in a direct line..
When performing a data transfer with any software using infrared, enable the IrDA in the
Control panel of Windows, as follows (Do not use the icon in the taskbar):
1. In the Control panel, choose Infrared, then Options;
2. Check Enable infrared communication, then click OK.
3. As soon as your transfer is finished, disable Infrared, in the Control panel,
to reduce the power consumption.
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Infrared port
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