Digitizer Stylus (Pen)
VJ8STD2
Operating Instructions
©2015 VAIO Corporation / Printed in Japan
4-V00-188-01(1)
• If this product is brought directly from a cold to a warm location or
is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the
inside of this product. If this occurs, this product may not work
properly.
• Keep away this product and battery from children.
Battery Information and Precautions
• Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions.
• If the battery liquid is leaking:
-- Do not touch the battery liquid directly. If your eyes, skin, or clothing
comes into contact with the battery liquid, wash well with pure
water. If you have skin inflammation or a wound results, consult a
doctor immediately.
-- Wipe the battery compartment carefully, and insert new batteries.
• Dispose of used batteries promptly and properly. In some areas, the
disposal of batteries in household or business waste may be
prohibited. Please use the appropriate public collection system.
• Batteries may explode or leak if recharged, or disposed of in fire.
• Do not disassemble, heat above 60 ˚C (140 °F) or incinerate.
• Be sure to use batteries specified in “Power requirements” of
“Specifications.”
• Insert the batteries with the correct +/– orientation.
• When the batteries have run out, or when you intend to not use this
product over a prolonged period, remove the batteries.
• Do not short-circuit the metal terminals of the battery or wet them
with any liquid, for example, water, coffee, or juice.
FCC Information and Precautions
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
Owner’s Record
The model number and the serial number are located on the package.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to this
number whenever you call your VAIO dealer regarding this product.
Model No. VJ8STD2
Serial No. ____________________
Safety Information and Precautions
• In the following circumstances, remove the battery and have the pen
checked by qualified personnel before continuing use.
-- Water or a foreign object has entered this product.
-- Smoke is coming out of this product.
-- There is an unusual noise or smell.
-- This product is dropped or the exterior of this product has broken.
• Do not place this product in a location subject to:
-- On an unstable surface
-- In very humid areas or where there is no ventilation
-- Excessive dust
-- Direct sunlight or extreme heat
-- Mechanical vibration or shock
-- Greasy fumes
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV
interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment.
Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Before Use
This product, Digitizer Stylus (pen), is designed for use with personal
computers.
Not all features described in this manual may be available, depending
on your model.
Before using this product, check your model.
Use of the pen may vary depending on the app. Refer to the manuals
supplied with your computer.
Locating Parts
 Tail cap
Keep the tail cap attached unless you need to replace the battery.
Buttons
The larger button can be used to display various context menus.
(This is similar to right-clicking with a mouse.) The smaller
button can be used to erase text on some apps.
!Note
This pen has no power switch. It is operational as long as it has a battery
inserted.
Preparations
Inserting a battery
Inserting a battery makes the pen operational.
When the pen seems not working properly, replace the battery.
1 Remove the tail cap from the barrel of the pen.
2 Insert the battery into the pen with the + side toward the nib.
3 Attach the tail cap back in place.
!Notes
• Do not insert a commercially available rechargeable battery as it may
cause battery fluid leaks and malfunctions of the pen.
• When the battery power is running low, replace the battery with a new
one promptly. Keeping a depleted battery in the pen may cause battery
fluid leaks.
Attaching the pen grip (pen grip supplied
models)
Attaching the pen grip helps you have a comfortable, secure hold as
you write. To attach the pen grip, push it from the tip of the pen as
indicated by the arrow.
Specifications
Buttons
2 buttons
Communication method
Digital wireless transmission
Power requirements
LR8D425*¹ (SIZE AAAA) alkaline battery (1)
Battery life Approx. 18 months (alkaline battery) *²
Dimensions Approx. 138.5 × 9.5 mm (5.5 × 0.4 in) (length ×
diameter) (not including projections)
Approx. 20 g (0.7 oz) (including battery)
Mass
Operating environment conditions
Operating:
temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F), humidity
20% to 80%
(not condensed, provided that humidity is less than
65% at 35 °C (95 °F))
Storage:
temperature –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F),
humidity 10% to 90% (not condensed)
Supplied accessories
LR8D425 (SIZE AAAA) alkaline battery
Pen nib (Tip)
Pen grip *³
Operating Instructions (this document))
Warranty card *⁴
*1 Alternatively called LR61
*2 The battery life is estimated, provided that you use the pen for four hours
a day, seven days a week. It may vary depending on how often you use
the pen.
*3 The pen grip may not be supplied, depending on the model you purchased.
*4 If your pen comes with the personal computer you purchased, no warranty
card specific to the pen will be provided.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Warranty Card and Repair
Services
Warranty Card
The digitizer stylus (pen) comes with a warranty card* that your dealer
provides at your purchase. Read the terms and conditions of the
warranty, fill in required information, and store the warranty card in a
safe place.
* If your pen comes with the personal computer you purchased, no
warranty card specific to the pen will be provided.
Repair Services
Repair Services within Warranty Period
Repair services will be provided according to the terms and condition
of the warranty. Some services, however, may be subject to payments
even if they are requested within the warranty period. For details, refer
to your warranty card.
Repair Service beyond Warranty Period
If the digitizer stylus (pen) is expected to regain its functionality by
repair, necessary repair services will be provided at your request and
be subject to payments.
Before Requesting for Repair Services
Often times, some issues may not require repair services and you can
rectify them by changing some settings. Before you request for any
repair services, VAIO Corporation advises you to visit our VAIO support
website to find out the information applicable to your issue with your
digitizer stylus (pen).
Before Contacting Us
Before you contact by phone, you are advised to have the following
information at hand:
• Model number: VJ8STD2
• Serial number: Provided on the package.
• Description of the defect(s): Please describe as much as you can.
• Date of your purchase:
Where to Call
Support Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm (PST)
Support Call: 1-855-981-VAIO (8246)
Additional Information
Make sure that the pen buttons
fit to the respective button
marks on the pen grip.
!Note
Take care not to let the nib harm yourself when attaching the pen grip.
Replacing the nib (tip)
Selection of a nib totally depends on your preference. If you think the
original nib is not suited to your liking, replace it with the supplied one,
try it out, and see how well it writes.
1 Pinch the nib and pull it straight out.
2 Check the direction of the new nib and insert it into the barrel of the
pen.
!Note
If the pen’s nib is lost or broken, visit our VAIO support website.
• For information concerning repairs, visit our VAIO support website
at http://us.vaio.com/support/.
• The terms and conditions of the warranty for the digitizer stylus
(pen) you purchased are valid only in USA. For the terms and
conditions concerning repairs, visit our VAIO support website.
• You may be asked to work with your digitizer stylus (pen) in order
for us to figure out your issue. VAIO Corporation advises you to have
your pen at hand before you contact us.
• For other precautions and additional information, refer to your
warranty card and/or visit our VAIO support website.
Trademarks
•
and “VAIO” are the trademark of Sony Corporation.
• All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks
of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not
specified.