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...your Sony Service Center. The law prohibits adding any modification to the recorded materials including but not limited to the model and serial numbers when you call your Network Media Receiver.... 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 ... the provisions of Sony. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in some jurisdictions. Model Number: Serial Number: PCNA-MR10 3 All other ...
...your Sony Service Center. The law prohibits adding any modification to the recorded materials including but not limited to the model and serial numbers when you call your Network Media Receiver.... 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 ... the provisions of Sony. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in some jurisdictions. Model Number: Serial Number: PCNA-MR10 3 All other ...
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... AA-size alkaline batteries in the Remote Commander® unit. ❑ Remove the batteries from the Remote Commander when it is not in RoomLink™, causing it to malfunction. ❑ If this occurs, disconnect the equipment from the AC wall outlet, when the equipment is not ...soft, dry cloth. ❑ If the unit requires more cleaning, use a soft cloth that is slightly moistened with RoomLink™. Using different AC adapter may cause damage to the network media receiver. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter from the VAIO® computer and TV for two to three hours. Avoid getting...
... AA-size alkaline batteries in the Remote Commander® unit. ❑ Remove the batteries from the Remote Commander when it is not in RoomLink™, causing it to malfunction. ❑ If this occurs, disconnect the equipment from the AC wall outlet, when the equipment is not ...soft, dry cloth. ❑ If the unit requires more cleaning, use a soft cloth that is slightly moistened with RoomLink™. Using different AC adapter may cause damage to the network media receiver. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter from the VAIO® computer and TV for two to three hours. Avoid getting...
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The information provided in this user guide is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to help you for purchasing your Sony® RoomLink™! Welcome Thank you become familiar with RoomLink™ and its features. 15 Your new network media receiver is designed to -use functionality.
The information provided in this user guide is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to help you for purchasing your Sony® RoomLink™! Welcome Thank you become familiar with RoomLink™ and its features. 15 Your new network media receiver is designed to -use functionality.
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The network media receiver can record and view TV programs simultaneously or set up recording of TV programs, using the digital timer. ❑ Play previously recorded programs stored on ... viewing. 16 Photos/Still Images ❑ View your photo collections, stored on your TV screen, when RoomLink™ is connected to a VAIO® computer that contains your video and audio content. RoomLink User Guide About RoomLink The network media receiver enables you to display still images, play video contents, or music files on your VAIO computer...
The network media receiver can record and view TV programs simultaneously or set up recording of TV programs, using the digital timer. ❑ Play previously recorded programs stored on ... viewing. 16 Photos/Still Images ❑ View your photo collections, stored on your TV screen, when RoomLink™ is connected to a VAIO® computer that contains your video and audio content. RoomLink User Guide About RoomLink The network media receiver enables you to display still images, play video contents, or music files on your VAIO computer...
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... SonicStage™ software are not detected by the network media receiver. If PictureGear Studio software is not installed on the designated folder. For details on how to use SonicStage software, see your VAIO Computer User Guide or go to PictureGear Studio Help. 17 About RoomLink Multimedia compatibility Video and Movie file compatibility Only Video...
... SonicStage™ software are not detected by the network media receiver. If PictureGear Studio software is not installed on the designated folder. For details on how to use SonicStage software, see your VAIO Computer User Guide or go to PictureGear Studio Help. 17 About RoomLink Multimedia compatibility Video and Movie file compatibility Only Video...
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...network environment. 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 cord Ferrite core Connection adapter Manuals ❑ RoomLink™ User Guide - Contains information about setting up RoomLink and your VAIO® computer. 18 Provides information to set up and using the network media receiver.... This quick reference also provides quick and easy instructions to help evaluate your RoomLink™ ...
...network environment. 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 cord Ferrite core Connection adapter Manuals ❑ RoomLink™ User Guide - Contains information about setting up RoomLink and your VAIO® computer. 18 Provides information to set up and using the network media receiver.... This quick reference also provides quick and easy instructions to help evaluate your RoomLink™ ...
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...; unit. (Do not block the area in front of the infrared receiver.) 3 Power button/Stand by mode. ✍ When the Standby indicator light is red (dimmed), RoomLink™ is in Stand by indicator Turns RoomLink™ on and off. Indicator is dimmed (red) when the unit... light after the AC adapter is on . The indicator blinks (red) during TV recording. RoomLink User Guide Front panel The front panel contains the power button, infrared receiver, and status indicators. Network media receiver (front panel) 1 POWER/REC indicator The indicator is white while the power is plugged into...
...; unit. (Do not block the area in front of the infrared receiver.) 3 Power button/Stand by mode. ✍ When the Standby indicator light is red (dimmed), RoomLink™ is in Stand by indicator Turns RoomLink™ on and off. Indicator is dimmed (red) when the unit... light after the AC adapter is on . The indicator blinks (red) during TV recording. RoomLink User Guide Front panel The front panel contains the power button, infrared receiver, and status indicators. Network media receiver (front panel) 1 POWER/REC indicator The indicator is white while the power is plugged into...
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... PREV NEXT STOP PLAY PAUSE OPTIONS MAIN MENU SELECT FUNCTION RETURN TV VOLUME CHANNEL PAGE UP PAGE DOWN NETWORK MEDIA RECEIVER PACNA-MR10 1 TV Channel buttons (TV control section) Press + or - RoomLink User Guide Remote Commander The RoomLink™ unit is controlled using the Remote Commander® unit. The Remote Commander can start and stop video...
... PREV NEXT STOP PLAY PAUSE OPTIONS MAIN MENU SELECT FUNCTION RETURN TV VOLUME CHANNEL PAGE UP PAGE DOWN NETWORK MEDIA RECEIVER PACNA-MR10 1 TV Channel buttons (TV control section) Press + or - RoomLink User Guide Remote Commander The RoomLink™ unit is controlled using the Remote Commander® unit. The Remote Commander can start and stop video...
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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 power cord into the wall outlet. * Operating system requirements include operating systems upgraded to Windows XP. †... Power cord 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 System requirements Your compatible VAIO computer(s) must: ❑ Have the Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Professional Edition operating system installed.* ❑...
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 power cord into the wall outlet. * Operating system requirements include operating systems upgraded to Windows XP. †... Power cord 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 System requirements Your compatible VAIO computer(s) must: ❑ Have the Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Professional Edition operating system installed.* ❑...
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... 2 5 When the Stand by indicator light is red, press the power button. ✍ When the Standby indicator light is red (dimmed), RoomLink™ is plugged into place. Option 1: Slide the network media receiver onto the stand (supplied), until it clicks into a wall outlet. 28 Option 2: To position the unit horizontally, attach the spacers (supplied...
... 2 5 When the Stand by indicator light is red, press the power button. ✍ When the Standby indicator light is red (dimmed), RoomLink™ is plugged into place. Option 1: Slide the network media receiver onto the stand (supplied), until it clicks into a wall outlet. 28 Option 2: To position the unit horizontally, attach the spacers (supplied...
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To attach the ferrite core Ferrite core Ethernet port * The network cable must be attached to the network cable*, to reduce or eliminate electrical interference. 1 Open the ferrite core and place the core approximately 3-4 inches from the end of the ...ferrite core should be compatible with the cable running directly through the center groove of the network cable. 2 Wrap the network cable twice around the network cable until the core locks. Setting Up RoomLink Attaching the ferrite core In accordance with FCC Rules, Part 15, a ferrite core is supplied with the network media receiver.
To attach the ferrite core Ferrite core Ethernet port * The network cable must be attached to the network cable*, to reduce or eliminate electrical interference. 1 Open the ferrite core and place the core approximately 3-4 inches from the end of the ...ferrite core should be compatible with the cable running directly through the center groove of the network cable. 2 Wrap the network cable twice around the network cable until the core locks. Setting Up RoomLink Attaching the ferrite core In accordance with FCC Rules, Part 15, a ferrite core is supplied with the network media receiver.
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..., before connecting the cable to connect your network media receiver and VAIO® computer(s). Connections may be required to the network media receiver. VHF/UHF PHONE LINE To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) To Ethernet port Network cable with ferrite core† (supplied) RoomLink™ To Ethernet port VAIO® Computer #2 Network cable (sold separately) LAN LINE MONITOR USB...
..., before connecting the cable to connect your network media receiver and VAIO® computer(s). Connections may be required to the network media receiver. VHF/UHF PHONE LINE To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) To Ethernet port Network cable with ferrite core† (supplied) RoomLink™ To Ethernet port VAIO® Computer #2 Network cable (sold separately) LAN LINE MONITOR USB...
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...; Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver. * Use equipment and network cable(s) that support 100BASE-TX. 34 VHF/UHF PHONE LINE To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) To Ethernet port Network cable with ferrite core† (supplied) RoomLink™ To Ethernet port VAIO® Computer...
...; Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver. * Use equipment and network cable(s) that support 100BASE-TX. 34 VHF/UHF PHONE LINE To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) To Ethernet port Network cable with ferrite core† (supplied) RoomLink™ To Ethernet port VAIO® Computer...
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... that is compatible with the 100BASE-TX standard. † Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver. * Use equipment and cables that supports 100BASE-TX. 36 RoomLink User Guide ENVIRONMENT 3: DSL/cable modem without a built-in router* Connecting in Environment 3 VAIO® Computer #1 Internet...
... that is compatible with the 100BASE-TX standard. † Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver. * Use equipment and cables that supports 100BASE-TX. 36 RoomLink User Guide ENVIRONMENT 3: DSL/cable modem without a built-in router* Connecting in Environment 3 VAIO® Computer #1 Internet...
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... Provider for connection information. * Use equipment and cables that is connected to the network media receiver. VIDEO1 INPUT - VIDEO OUTPUT - - RoomLink User Guide ENVIRONMENT 4: Network cable is compatible with the 100BASE-TX standard. † Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to a LAN, shared in a residential complex* Connecting in...
... Provider for connection information. * Use equipment and cables that is connected to the network media receiver. VIDEO1 INPUT - VIDEO OUTPUT - - RoomLink User Guide ENVIRONMENT 4: Network cable is compatible with the 100BASE-TX standard. † Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to a LAN, shared in a residential complex* Connecting in...
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... the connection adapter. 4 Insert the other end of this network cable into the Ethernet jack on the network media receiver. VHF/UHF PHONE LINE Crossover Connection cable adapter To Ethernet port VAIO® Computer RoomLink™ Environment 5 - See "Assigning a fixed IP address...Connected to Internet using MONITOR built-in modem USB Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver. RoomLink User Guide ENVIRONMENT 5: The VAIO® computer is equipped with ferrite core (supplied) MIC ...
... the connection adapter. 4 Insert the other end of this network cable into the Ethernet jack on the network media receiver. VHF/UHF PHONE LINE Crossover Connection cable adapter To Ethernet port VAIO® Computer RoomLink™ Environment 5 - See "Assigning a fixed IP address...Connected to Internet using MONITOR built-in modem USB Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver. RoomLink User Guide ENVIRONMENT 5: The VAIO® computer is equipped with ferrite core (supplied) MIC ...
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... in Environment 6 Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver. VIDEO OUTPUT - - This connection method may vary, depending on the network media receiver. VHF/UHF PHONE LINE VAIO® Computer Crossover Connection cable adapter To Ethernet port RoomLink™ Environment 6 - VIDEO1 INPUT - Connection method: 1 Insert one end...
... in Environment 6 Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver. VIDEO OUTPUT - - This connection method may vary, depending on the network media receiver. VHF/UHF PHONE LINE VAIO® Computer Crossover Connection cable adapter To Ethernet port RoomLink™ Environment 6 - VIDEO1 INPUT - Connection method: 1 Insert one end...
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... 100BASE-TX standard. RoomLink User Guide ENVIRONMENT 7: Connecting multiple VAIO computers (Under conditions similar to the network media receiver. Connections may vary, depending on page 47. 42 VIDEO OUTPUT - - VIDEO1 INPUT - VHF/UHF PHONE LINE WAN LAN To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) To Ethernet port VAIO® Computer #2 Network cable (sold separately) Network switch* or...
... 100BASE-TX standard. RoomLink User Guide ENVIRONMENT 7: Connecting multiple VAIO computers (Under conditions similar to the network media receiver. Connections may vary, depending on page 47. 42 VIDEO OUTPUT - - VIDEO1 INPUT - VHF/UHF PHONE LINE WAN LAN To Ethernet port Network cable (sold separately) To Ethernet port VAIO® Computer #2 Network cable (sold separately) Network switch* or...
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Optional equipment and cables may be required to connect RoomLink™, TV, and VAIO computer, depending on the TV's audio/video jacks. Connect the cable by matching the connector colors to a TV S-video cable (sold separately) Video Input 1 S-video Signal direction Video L Audio R 44 RoomLink User Guide Connecting RoomLink to a TV Use the audio/video connection cable (supplied) to connect the network media receiver and your connection environment. Connecting to the jack colors on your TV.
Optional equipment and cables may be required to connect RoomLink™, TV, and VAIO computer, depending on the TV's audio/video jacks. Connect the cable by matching the connector colors to a TV S-video cable (sold separately) Video Input 1 S-video Signal direction Video L Audio R 44 RoomLink User Guide Connecting RoomLink to a TV Use the audio/video connection cable (supplied) to connect the network media receiver and your connection environment. Connecting to the jack colors on your TV.
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... TV and personal video content to your home entertainment center TV from a Sony VAIO® PC equipped with RoomLink™ receiver. INTRODUCING ROOMLINK™ NETWORK MEDIA RECEIVER PCNA-MR10 Enjoy your Sony VAIO® PC Videos, Music, and Photos on your Home Entertainment Center TV and Stereo X Use RoomLink™ media receiver to Record Live TV* from your living room X From your TV...
... TV and personal video content to your home entertainment center TV from a Sony VAIO® PC equipped with RoomLink™ receiver. INTRODUCING ROOMLINK™ NETWORK MEDIA RECEIVER PCNA-MR10 Enjoy your Sony VAIO® PC Videos, Music, and Photos on your Home Entertainment Center TV and Stereo X Use RoomLink™ media receiver to Record Live TV* from your living room X From your TV...