SONY VGP-PRZ20 Series - Docking Station Manual

Before use

Before using the docking station, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. See also the manuals provided with your computer for more information about connecting the docking station.
The Sony VGP-PRZ20 series is the docking station designed for Sony personal computers. However, it may not be used with some models.

Laser Caution

The equipment is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies with the Laser Products Safety Standard IEC/EN60825-1(2007).

Repair and maintenance of this equipment should be made only by Sony authorised technicians. Improper repairs and use can create safety hazards.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. You can find the following sticker on the bottom of the equipment.

The optical disc drive of this equipment is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies with the Laser Products Safety Standard IEC/EN 60825-1.

Repair and maintenance of this equipment should be made only by Sony authorised technicians. Improper use and repairs can create a safety hazard.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
For incorporated optical disc drive

Class 3B visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to the beam.

Locating controls and ports (A)

Back

1. USB port*¹
2. USB port*²
3. LAN port
4. HDMI output port
5. Monitor port
6. Connector cable
   Hint
   Use the supplied cable band to wrap the connector cable for storing.
7. Security slot
8. DC IN port
9. Docking station connector
10. UNDOCK button
    Before disconnecting the docking station from your computer, press the UNDOCK button. Follow the steps in "To disconnect the docking station from your computer."
11. IN USE indicator
    Illuminates while the communication between the docking station and the computer is active.

Front

12. USB port*¹
13. Air vents
14. Optical disc drive
15. Power indicator
    Illuminates in green when your computer is turned on, blinks in orange while your computer is in Sleep mode, and blinks in yellow while data access to the optical disc drive is in progress.
16. Disc eject button

*¹ Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard.
*² Compliant with the USB 2.0/3.0 standards. USB ports that are compliant with the USB
3.0 standard are identifiable by their blue color.

Connecting a Docking Station

To use the supplied vertical stand

When using the supplied vertical stand, attach the docking station with the air vents up ().

Note: Attach the docking station in the correct direction; otherwise, loss of unsaved data or failure of the docking station may result.

To connect the docking station to your Computer

1. If your computer is connected to a power source, unplug the AC adapter from the computer and the power cord from the AC outlet.
2. Plug one end of the supplied power cord into the supplied AC adapter and the other end into an AC outlet (). Then plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port on the docking station ( - ).
   
   The power indicator of the docking station illuminates in green for approximately 10 seconds.
   
   Note: Be sure to use the AC adapter and the power cord supplied with the docking station.
   
3. Plug the docking station connector into your computer ().
   

To disconnect the docking station from your computer

Notes:

• Before disconnecting the docking station from your computer, press the UNDOCK button () and confirm that the IN USE indicator () is off.
  
• Do not disconnect the docking station from your computer while the IN USE indicator () on the docking station connector is lit. Disconnecting the docking station while the IN USE indicator () is lit may result in loss of unsaved data or a failure of the computer. If any problems occur, refer to "Docking station problems" in "Notes on use" and restart the computer.
• When you press the UNDOCK button () while the computer is in Sleep mode, the computer returns to the Normal mode. In this case, before disconnecting the docking station from your computer, confirm that the IN USE indicator () is off.

1. Press the UNDOCK button ().
2. After confirming the IN USE indicator () is off, unplug the connector cable by holding the docking station connector ().
   
   For details on disconnecting the docking station, see the manuals provided with your personal computer.

Inserting/Ejecting the CD/ DVD/ Blu-ray Disc™

The docking station must be turned on to insert or eject a disc.

Notes:

To insert a disc (G)

Insert a disc into the optical disc drive slot with the label side as shown.

To eject a disc

Press the disc eject button.
About the location of the disc eject button, see "Locating controls and ports."

Note on use

• Do not place the unit in locations that are:
• Do not plug a telephone cable into the LAN port. If the LAN port is connected to one of the telephone lines mentioned below, high electric current to the port may cause damage, overheating, or fire.

About HDCP compliant of display output

This unit 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 play and view a wide variety of copyright protected and high-quality content. To view the copyright protected content, connect an HDCP-compliant monitor to the HDMI output port on this unit. If your computer has a non-compliant monitor connected, you will not be able to play or view any copyright protected content.

On viewing 3D images

Some people may experience discomfort (such as eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while watching 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D games.
Sony recommends that all viewers take regular breaks while watching 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D games.
The length and frequency of necessary breaks will vary from person to person.
You must decide what works best.
If you experience any discomfort, you should stop watching the 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D games until the discomfort ends; consult a doctor if you believe necessary.
You should also see the instruction manual of any other device or software used with this unit.
The vision of young children (especially those under six years old) is still under development.
Consult your doctor (such as a pediatrician or eye doctor) before allowing young children to watch 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D games.
Adults should supervise young children to ensure they follow the recommendations listed above.

Docking station problems

The following may cause problems with the docking station or your computer.

• The power-supply voltage is decreased due to the power source, etc.
  
  If any problems occur, restart your computer as follows:
  Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart.

If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down your computer.

Note: Turning off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data.

Specifications

Mounted drive^*1

*¹ The mounted drives sold vary depending on the country or region. For details and specifications on optical disc drives, visit the VAIO Support web site at http://support.vaio.sony.eu/.
*² Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard.
*³ Compliant with the USB 2.0/3.0 standards.
*⁴ The graphic accelerator is displayed in a different name, depending on the graphic driver of the computer connected to the docking station.
*⁵ Use only the AC adapter (VGP-AC19V46) and power cord supplied with this product.

Trademarks

Documents / Resources

References

• http://support.vaio.sony.eu

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