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.... Reproduction in whole or in part, may apply). SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. Sony Electronics Inc. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may... ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Updates and additions to this computer may require a fee and credit card information. Some...
.... Reproduction in whole or in part, may apply). SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. Sony Electronics Inc. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may... ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Updates and additions to this computer may require a fee and credit card information. Some...
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... to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center. Television programs, films, videotapes, CDs and other materials may include certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are...PCNA-MR10 3 Microsoft and Windows are located on the bottom of their respective owners. Java is a trademark of such material may be copyrighted. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, Giga Pocket, SonicStage, PictureGear Studio, Remote Commander, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Video Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Console, and RoomLink...
... to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center. Television programs, films, videotapes, CDs and other materials may include certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are...PCNA-MR10 3 Microsoft and Windows are located on the bottom of their respective owners. Java is a trademark of such material may be copyrighted. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, Giga Pocket, SonicStage, PictureGear Studio, Remote Commander, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Video Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Console, and RoomLink...
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Contents Welcome 15 About RoomLink 16 Unpacking your RoomLink 18 Locating Controls, Jacks, and Ports .......19 Front panel 20 Back panel 21 Remote Commander 22 Setting Up RoomLink 25 VAIO Computer Compatibility 26 Setting Up RoomLink 27 Evaluating your Home Network Environment..........32 Operating RoomLink 50 Configuring Software for Use with RoomLink 51 Configuring VAIO Media software 52 Configuring Giga Pocket Software 55 11
Contents Welcome 15 About RoomLink 16 Unpacking your RoomLink 18 Locating Controls, Jacks, and Ports .......19 Front panel 20 Back panel 21 Remote Commander 22 Setting Up RoomLink 25 VAIO Computer Compatibility 26 Setting Up RoomLink 27 Evaluating your Home Network Environment..........32 Operating RoomLink 50 Configuring Software for Use with RoomLink 51 Configuring VAIO Media software 52 Configuring Giga Pocket Software 55 11
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...stored in C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Photo Server\VAIO Media folder. If PictureGear Studio software is not installed on how to PictureGear Studio Help. 17 About RoomLink Multimedia compatibility Video and Movie file compatibility Only Video Capsules recorded on the designated folder. ...still images in any other location are not compatible for playback using RoomLink™. For details on how to the SonicStage Help. Photo/Still Image file compatibility If PictureGear Studio™ software is installed on the Photo Server. Other music files or songs ...
...stored in C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Photo Server\VAIO Media folder. If PictureGear Studio software is not installed on how to PictureGear Studio Help. 17 About RoomLink Multimedia compatibility Video and Movie file compatibility Only Video Capsules recorded on the designated folder. ...still images in any other location are not compatible for playback using RoomLink™. For details on how to the SonicStage Help. Photo/Still Image file compatibility If PictureGear Studio™ software is installed on the Photo Server. Other music files or songs ...
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... to set up and using the network media receiver. The user guide also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines, and supporting software. ❑ Quick Reference Guide - RoomLink and accessories RoomLink™ (network media receiver) Network cable Stand Spacers Audio/Video cable Crossover cable AC adapter AA batteries (2) Remote Commander® unit Power...
... to set up and using the network media receiver. The user guide also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines, and supporting software. ❑ Quick Reference Guide - RoomLink and accessories RoomLink™ (network media receiver) Network cable Stand Spacers Audio/Video cable Crossover cable AC adapter AA batteries (2) Remote Commander® unit Power...
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... 2 Insert the connector end of the power cord into the AC adapter. 3 Insert the plug end of the AC adapter. Setting Up RoomLink Connecting the power cord 1 Locate the AC Input port on the bottom of the network media receiver and insert the jack end of the...XP. † TV and Video features are available if the computer is equipped with Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder† hardware and software. Setting Up RoomLink System requirements Your compatible VAIO computer(s) must: ❑ Have the Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Professional Edition operating system ...
... 2 Insert the connector end of the power cord into the AC adapter. 3 Insert the plug end of the AC adapter. Setting Up RoomLink Connecting the power cord 1 Locate the AC Input port on the bottom of the network media receiver and insert the jack end of the...XP. † TV and Video features are available if the computer is equipped with Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder† hardware and software. Setting Up RoomLink System requirements Your compatible VAIO computer(s) must: ❑ Have the Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Professional Edition operating system ...
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..., located on the front panel. 3 Turn on the Remote Commander. 3 Turn off RoomLink™ by pressing the POWER button on . To begin using RoomLink 1 If applicable, turn on the router using these steps: 1 Click Start in the section, "Configuring Software for details on button functions. 5 Turn on the network media receiver by pressing...
..., located on the front panel. 3 Turn on the Remote Commander. 3 Turn off RoomLink™ by pressing the POWER button on . To begin using RoomLink 1 If applicable, turn on the router using these steps: 1 Click Start in the section, "Configuring Software for details on button functions. 5 Turn on the network media receiver by pressing...
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Configuring Software for Use with RoomLink This section provides information on configuring the media server, video, music and photo/still image software on your VAIO® computer. 51
Configuring Software for Use with RoomLink This section provides information on configuring the media server, video, music and photo/still image software on your VAIO® computer. 51
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... VAIO Media server computer. Preparing your multimedia content. ❑ Music files-Use SonicStage™ software, ver.1.5, to create Playlists of music tracks on your network. RoomLink User Guide Configuring VAIO Media software VAIO Media™ software manages the interaction between RoomLink™ and your VAIO® computer(s), by enabling the computer(s) to act as a VAIO...
... VAIO Media server computer. Preparing your multimedia content. ❑ Music files-Use SonicStage™ software, ver.1.5, to create Playlists of music tracks on your network. RoomLink User Guide Configuring VAIO Media software VAIO Media™ software manages the interaction between RoomLink™ and your VAIO® computer(s), by enabling the computer(s) to act as a VAIO...
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... page 71 for more information. ✍ The music Playlists, video cabinets and photo collections are available for network sharing only when the VAIO Media server software is started. 1 Click Start on the network." A warning message appears. 4 Read the message and click OK. 5 Select the option, "No device registration needed in a secure...
... page 71 for more information. ✍ The music Playlists, video cabinets and photo collections are available for network sharing only when the VAIO Media server software is started. 1 Click Start on the network." A warning message appears. 4 Read the message and click OK. 5 Select the option, "No device registration needed in a secure...
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..., click All Software, and then click Giga Pocket Server. You can now tune into TV programs using Giga Pocket. ✍ Giga Pocket Server must be running with a set up your password. Giga Pocket Server password setting 3 From the Giga Pocket Server dialog box, click Hide. Do not use the RoomLink™ TV...
..., click All Software, and then click Giga Pocket Server. You can now tune into TV programs using Giga Pocket. ✍ Giga Pocket Server must be running with a set up your password. Giga Pocket Server password setting 3 From the Giga Pocket Server dialog box, click Hide. Do not use the RoomLink™ TV...
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.... 2 Press the OPTIONS button on the Remote Commander. 59 Press OK. ✍ Your default server settings are deleted if the AC power is interrupted, or RoomLink™ software is updated. Press SELECT. 8 Use the up or down arrow keys on the Remote Commander® unit to select a server. Configuring Default Settings 7 Use...
.... 2 Press the OPTIONS button on the Remote Commander. 59 Press OK. ✍ Your default server settings are deleted if the AC power is interrupted, or RoomLink™ software is updated. Press SELECT. 8 Use the up or down arrow keys on the Remote Commander® unit to select a server. Configuring Default Settings 7 Use...
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Once the update starts, the operation cannot be canceled. Start system software update. IMPORTANT !! If the power is complete. Setting Up RoomLink Updating RoomLink firmware The network media receiver enables you to use your VAIO® computer to highlight Firmware update, then...Firmware Update !! The System Settings screen appears. 4 Press the up or down arrow buttons to update RoomLink™ firmware. ✍ Check the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for future firmware updates. 1 On the Remote Commander, press the MAIN MENU button. It...
Once the update starts, the operation cannot be canceled. Start system software update. IMPORTANT !! If the power is complete. Setting Up RoomLink Updating RoomLink firmware The network media receiver enables you to use your VAIO® computer to highlight Firmware update, then...Firmware Update !! The System Settings screen appears. 4 Press the up or down arrow buttons to update RoomLink™ firmware. ✍ Check the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for future firmware updates. 1 On the Remote Commander, press the MAIN MENU button. It...
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... Resetting to the original factory settings You can reset these features to stop or cancel it. The POWER/REC indicator starts blinking (red) slowly. RoomLink User Guide 5 Use the direction arrow buttons to the default settings, once the update is completed, the network media receiver goes into Standby mode. ... cord or the network cable during the update. 6 On your VAIO® computer, start the update tool and begin updating the system software of the network media receiver. The Settings screen appears. 68 During the download, the POWER/REC indicator starts blinking rapidly.
... Resetting to the original factory settings You can reset these features to stop or cancel it. The POWER/REC indicator starts blinking (red) slowly. RoomLink User Guide 5 Use the direction arrow buttons to the default settings, once the update is completed, the network media receiver goes into Standby mode. ... cord or the network cable during the update. 6 On your VAIO® computer, start the update tool and begin updating the system software of the network media receiver. The Settings screen appears. 68 During the download, the POWER/REC indicator starts blinking rapidly.
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... Recorder, on your TV screen. ✍ Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder hardware and software must be set up on setting up for viewing TV programs. Watching TV programs 1 On the Remote Commander, press the MAIN MENU button. RoomLink User Guide Watching TV programs The network media receiver enables you to view TV...
... Recorder, on your TV screen. ✍ Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder hardware and software must be set up on setting up for viewing TV programs. Watching TV programs 1 On the Remote Commander, press the MAIN MENU button. RoomLink User Guide Watching TV programs The network media receiver enables you to view TV...
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...Help for details on your VAIO computer has a timer recording that is copyright-protected. ❑ When more than one computer is connected to RoomLink™, you cannot switch connection to a different server, while one computer is receiving TV programming. ❑ While a VAIO computer is scheduled ...9997; Your VAIO® computer, equipped with Giga Pocket™ features, must have the Auto- To view video content using Giga Pocket™ software, the network media receiver cannot connect to it. ❑ If your VAIO computer From the TV program screen: 1 On the Remote Commander, ...
...Help for details on your VAIO computer has a timer recording that is copyright-protected. ❑ When more than one computer is connected to RoomLink™, you cannot switch connection to a different server, while one computer is receiving TV programming. ❑ While a VAIO computer is scheduled ...9997; Your VAIO® computer, equipped with Giga Pocket™ features, must have the Auto- To view video content using Giga Pocket™ software, the network media receiver cannot connect to it. ❑ If your VAIO computer From the TV program screen: 1 On the Remote Commander, ...
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...-TV screen appears. Main Menu - Some VAIO models do not support the Picture-in-Picture feature for viewing TV programs (See P.15 for TV viewing. RoomLink User Guide Recording TV programs The network media receiver enables you to view TV programs, received through your VAIO® computer, on your TV screen...
...-TV screen appears. Main Menu - Some VAIO models do not support the Picture-in-Picture feature for viewing TV programs (See P.15 for TV viewing. RoomLink User Guide Recording TV programs The network media receiver enables you to view TV programs, received through your VAIO® computer, on your TV screen...
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... Video Capsule names as identified in Giga Pocket software. The Main Menu appears. You can also use Giga Pocket features, refer to view Video Capsules, recorded with the network media receiver. RoomLink User Guide Playing Video The RoomLink™ enables you to your TV screen.... Your network media receiver supports Video Capsules recorded with Giga Pocket™ software or with Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder, on your...
... Video Capsule names as identified in Giga Pocket software. The Main Menu appears. You can also use Giga Pocket features, refer to view Video Capsules, recorded with the network media receiver. RoomLink User Guide Playing Video The RoomLink™ enables you to your TV screen.... Your network media receiver supports Video Capsules recorded with Giga Pocket™ software or with Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder, on your...
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... the MAIN MENU button. For details on your VAIO® computer with RoomLink™. Listen to use SonicStage software, see your VAIO® Computer User Guide or the specific software's Help. Other music files may not be compatible with SonicStage™ software, using your TV's sound system or a digital sound system connected to your...
... the MAIN MENU button. For details on your VAIO® computer with RoomLink™. Listen to use SonicStage software, see your VAIO® Computer User Guide or the specific software's Help. Other music files may not be compatible with SonicStage™ software, using your TV's sound system or a digital sound system connected to your...
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...desired Playlist, then press the PLAY button. All Libraries screen appears, displaying both folders and Playlists. Reggae MP3s - The Playlist opens and RoomLink™ starts playing from the first track in the Playlist. ✍ If the Playlist cover art is displayed on your TV screen.... Music - The Playlist opens and RoomLink™ starts playing from the first track in the SonicStage™ software, it is available in the Playlist. Playing Music 4 Highlight Connect and press the SELECT button.
...desired Playlist, then press the PLAY button. All Libraries screen appears, displaying both folders and Playlists. Reggae MP3s - The Playlist opens and RoomLink™ starts playing from the first track in the Playlist. ✍ If the Playlist cover art is displayed on your TV screen.... Music - The Playlist opens and RoomLink™ starts playing from the first track in the SonicStage™ software, it is available in the Playlist. Playing Music 4 Highlight Connect and press the SELECT button.