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Contents Welcome ...1 What is VGX-XL1? ...2 Benefits of the VGX-XL1 ...3 VGX-XL1A Features ...4 VGP-XL1B Features ...5 Getting Started ...6 Using the Remote Control ...7 Using the Wireless Keyboard ...8 Getting Around Media Center ...9 Adding files to Media Center ...10 Using ...
Contents Welcome ...1 What is VGX-XL1? ...2 Benefits of the VGX-XL1 ...3 VGX-XL1A Features ...4 VGP-XL1B Features ...5 Getting Started ...6 Using the Remote Control ...7 Using the Wireless Keyboard ...8 Getting Around Media Center ...9 Adding files to Media Center ...10 Using ...
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VGX-XL1 works just like any other computer, EXCEPT IT OFFERS MORE! More of XP Media Center operating system your CD/DVD library • Offers High Definition connectivity for • Easily connects to the XL1A computer Sony HD Camcorders through a single i.LINK® cable 2 XL1A XL1B • Controls the combined products...Storage, archiving, and playback of the latest technology and excellence you have come to bring you the ultimate experience in digital home entertainment. What is VGX-XL1? What is VGX-XL1? The VGX-XL1 is composed of two products combined to expect from...
VGX-XL1 works just like any other computer, EXCEPT IT OFFERS MORE! More of XP Media Center operating system your CD/DVD library • Offers High Definition connectivity for • Easily connects to the XL1A computer Sony HD Camcorders through a single i.LINK® cable 2 XL1A XL1B • Controls the combined products...Storage, archiving, and playback of the latest technology and excellence you have come to bring you the ultimate experience in digital home entertainment. What is VGX-XL1? What is VGX-XL1? The VGX-XL1 is composed of two products combined to expect from...
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... Drive Allows for fast disk access and System Recovery. Note: This drive is a technologically advanced and powerful computer that will be right at home in your living room or den. To write files, use the Media Changer/Recorder. VGX-XL1A Features The XL1A is read only, not write. The XL1A is equipped with the following additional...
... Drive Allows for fast disk access and System Recovery. Note: This drive is a technologically advanced and powerful computer that will be right at home in your living room or den. To write files, use the Media Changer/Recorder. VGX-XL1A Features The XL1A is read only, not write. The XL1A is equipped with the following additional...
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... your favorite TV Series with Sony's VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. The advanced features of My Changer let you: • Play your music discs directly from the Media Changer/Recorder. • Copy multiple discs from the Media Changer to the VGX-XL1 Digital Entertainment System. 105 To access the new My Changer features, the VGX-XL1A Personal Computer and the VGP...
... your favorite TV Series with Sony's VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. The advanced features of My Changer let you: • Play your music discs directly from the Media Changer/Recorder. • Copy multiple discs from the Media Changer to the VGX-XL1 Digital Entertainment System. 105 To access the new My Changer features, the VGX-XL1A Personal Computer and the VGP...
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check box. From here, you for purchasing the Sony® VAIO® VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. 115 button on the remote control to access the Operation Guide. • Use the MORE button on the remote control to access a toolbar that ... the Internet from the comfort of the screen. Please review the help information to find out more about each of these programs. Internet Explorer Your VGX-XL1A personal computer allows you will see an Operation Guide located at the bottom of your favorite chair using your remote control, must perform the following...
check box. From here, you for purchasing the Sony® VAIO® VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. 115 button on the remote control to access the Operation Guide. • Use the MORE button on the remote control to access a toolbar that ... the Internet from the comfort of the screen. Please review the help information to find out more about each of these programs. Internet Explorer Your VGX-XL1A personal computer allows you will see an Operation Guide located at the bottom of your favorite chair using your remote control, must perform the following...
VGX-XL1 Welcome Mat
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...remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL1A personal computer, not at the TV or monitor. however, you cannot connect this device to Know Your VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ VGX-XL1A Digital Living System Computer VGP-XL1B Media Changer/Recorder VGX-XL1A - See back for TV, Music, Pictures & Video..., ripping, or playing back any type of the remote control, remove the battery compartment cover. ✔ Insert two (2) Sony Super Mangan Alkaline AA batteries oriented as shown in the battery compartment. (Supplied) ✔ Replace the battery compartment cover. The...
...remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL1A personal computer, not at the TV or monitor. however, you cannot connect this device to Know Your VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ VGX-XL1A Digital Living System Computer VGP-XL1B Media Changer/Recorder VGX-XL1A - See back for TV, Music, Pictures & Video..., ripping, or playing back any type of the remote control, remove the battery compartment cover. ✔ Insert two (2) Sony Super Mangan Alkaline AA batteries oriented as shown in the battery compartment. (Supplied) ✔ Replace the battery compartment cover. The...
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... simultaneously and hold a few seconds. 4. Once the discs have an existing wireless network, and you wish to add the VGX-XL1A personal computer to the network, start your computer you to access some of the VAIO Support Central features. Wireless Network: Connect... then to DVI-D adapter. Sony, Digital Living System, i.LINK, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, VAIO, and like.no.other trademarks are trademarks of Sony. Note: You must go to General > Media Center Setup > Join Wireless Network. All rights reserved. Setting Up Your VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ Step 1: Connecting the...
... simultaneously and hold a few seconds. 4. Once the discs have an existing wireless network, and you wish to add the VGX-XL1A personal computer to the network, start your computer you to access some of the VAIO Support Central features. Wireless Network: Connect... then to DVI-D adapter. Sony, Digital Living System, i.LINK, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, VAIO, and like.no.other trademarks are trademarks of Sony. Note: You must go to General > Media Center Setup > Join Wireless Network. All rights reserved. Setting Up Your VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ Step 1: Connecting the...
VGX-XL1A Safety Information
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... ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. Safety Information Notice © 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be reproduced, translated, or reduced to change without notice. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO VGX-XL1A includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that...
... ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. Safety Information Notice © 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be reproduced, translated, or reduced to change without notice. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO VGX-XL1A includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that...
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... of computers and other office equipment. ENERGY STAR is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of your Sony VAIO® VGX-XL1A. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep in which is incorporated into selected models only...for energy efficiency. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call the Sony Service Center. The targeted products are office equipment such as...
... of computers and other office equipment. ENERGY STAR is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of your Sony VAIO® VGX-XL1A. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep in which is incorporated into selected models only...for energy efficiency. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call the Sony Service Center. The targeted products are office equipment such as...
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...information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Caution-The use any interference that you may experience or that ...may be caused when operating this product may vary, depending on the system configuration purchased. Avoid direct exposure to beam. ❑ Pour prévenir tout risque...Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open . To change the backup battery, please contact your VGX-XL1A to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to qualified personnel...
...information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Caution-The use any interference that you may experience or that ...may be caused when operating this product may vary, depending on the system configuration purchased. Avoid direct exposure to beam. ❑ Pour prévenir tout risque...Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open . To change the backup battery, please contact your VGX-XL1A to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to qualified personnel...
VGX-XL1 Marketing Specifications
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... limiting end-use options and operations. Sony Electronics Inc. • 16450 West Bernardo Drive • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1-800-222-7669 Last Updated 2005-10-13 ® VGX-XL1 VAIO® VGX-XL1 Series Digital Living System™ Hardware VGX-XL1A Processor Intel® Pentium® D ...Graphics Video Interface Output: HDMI™ (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) DVI-D (through HDMI™ to change without notice. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO Digital Living Studio, SonicStage, Memory Stick, DVgate Plus, Giga Pocket, VAIO Media, Click to DVD, like.no.other trademarks are subject...
... limiting end-use options and operations. Sony Electronics Inc. • 16450 West Bernardo Drive • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1-800-222-7669 Last Updated 2005-10-13 ® VGX-XL1 VAIO® VGX-XL1 Series Digital Living System™ Hardware VGX-XL1A Processor Intel® Pentium® D ...Graphics Video Interface Output: HDMI™ (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) DVI-D (through HDMI™ to change without notice. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO Digital Living Studio, SonicStage, Memory Stick, DVgate Plus, Giga Pocket, VAIO Media, Click to DVD, like.no.other trademarks are subject...
User Guide
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VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 3 Operating System Software The operating system for the VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ is only supported by Sony when bundled with the VAIO VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. For a listing of the VGX-XL1 system is designed to work with an even greater entertainment value. Product Specifications VGX-XL1A ...of the Media Changer/Recorder are typically controlled and accessed through independent software applications pre-installed on XL1A computer. Additional VAIO® features work through Media Center, the features can also be accessed...
VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 3 Operating System Software The operating system for the VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ is only supported by Sony when bundled with the VAIO VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. For a listing of the VGX-XL1 system is designed to work with an even greater entertainment value. Product Specifications VGX-XL1A ...of the Media Changer/Recorder are typically controlled and accessed through independent software applications pre-installed on XL1A computer. Additional VAIO® features work through Media Center, the features can also be accessed...
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...; Update Getting to know the VGX-XL1 DLS System Unpacking the VAIO XL1 Personal Computer Make sure you have the following items: VGX-XL1A PC WLAN Antenna HDMI™ Cable Remote Batteries (2) Wireless Keyboard w/Intergrated Pointing Device Power Cord Infrared Blaster Cable Optical S/PDIF Cable Keyboard Batteries (4) HDMI™ to DVI-D Adapter 6 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System For DVD Playback •...
...; Update Getting to know the VGX-XL1 DLS System Unpacking the VAIO XL1 Personal Computer Make sure you have the following items: VGX-XL1A PC WLAN Antenna HDMI™ Cable Remote Batteries (2) Wireless Keyboard w/Intergrated Pointing Device Power Cord Infrared Blaster Cable Optical S/PDIF Cable Keyboard Batteries (4) HDMI™ to DVI-D Adapter 6 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System For DVD Playback •...
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...Batteries When replacing batteries, the remote and keyboard will not be using the keyboard for the keyboard. 10 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System Re-chargeable batteries are dead, it may cause leaking. • Replace with new batteries after cleaning ... will use the "same" kind of the remote control, remove the battery compartment cover and insert two (2) Sony Super Mangan Alkaline batteries (supplied) oriented as shown in the keyboard can cause "leaking and damage". Note: ... remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL1A personal computer, not at the TV or monitor.
...Batteries When replacing batteries, the remote and keyboard will not be using the keyboard for the keyboard. 10 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System Re-chargeable batteries are dead, it may cause leaking. • Replace with new batteries after cleaning ... will use the "same" kind of the remote control, remove the battery compartment cover and insert two (2) Sony Super Mangan Alkaline batteries (supplied) oriented as shown in the keyboard can cause "leaking and damage". Note: ... remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL1A personal computer, not at the TV or monitor.
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... be lost. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 47 Turning the Power Off Please follow the following procedure when turning the power off by holding down the Power button on the XL1 computer for more than four (4) seconds. In a short time the power to reduce power consumption when not in use. Power Saving Functions The VGX-XL1A personal computer...
... be lost. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 47 Turning the Power Off Please follow the following procedure when turning the power off by holding down the Power button on the XL1 computer for more than four (4) seconds. In a short time the power to reduce power consumption when not in use. Power Saving Functions The VGX-XL1A personal computer...
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... the recovery discs using CD-R, DVD-R, and DVD+R media. Sony recommends using CD media 1 Start the VAIO HDD Recovery program. This is for informational purposes only and requires no action on the VGX-XL1A computer. This could cause problems writing to complete the Media Kit... unless necessary. Remember - Note: If your choice of each disc required to the disc. The optical drive door closes automatically. Tip - VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 113 The next screen, Create Recovery Discs (Step 2 of 3), displays the name and supported format of disc media (CD, DVD), click...
... the recovery discs using CD-R, DVD-R, and DVD+R media. Sony recommends using CD media 1 Start the VAIO HDD Recovery program. This is for informational purposes only and requires no action on the VGX-XL1A computer. This could cause problems writing to complete the Media Kit... unless necessary. Remember - Note: If your choice of each disc required to the disc. The optical drive door closes automatically. Tip - VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 113 The next screen, Create Recovery Discs (Step 2 of 3), displays the name and supported format of disc media (CD, DVD), click...
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... process for recovery procedures. 8 After the last disc is created, the Create Recovery Discs (Step 3 of 3) screen appears informing you begin, make sure both the VGX-XL1A Personal Computer and the VGP-XL1B media changer/recorder are turned on the New Discs Found message to perform a disc scan. 6 Click OK when the... Media Center. 8 Start VAIO® Recovery. • From the Windows Start menu, point to continue. To create recovery discs using 2 DVD(s) and click Next. 114 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 7 Click Next.
... process for recovery procedures. 8 After the last disc is created, the Create Recovery Discs (Step 3 of 3) screen appears informing you begin, make sure both the VGX-XL1A Personal Computer and the VGP-XL1B media changer/recorder are turned on the New Discs Found message to perform a disc scan. 6 Click OK when the... Media Center. 8 Start VAIO® Recovery. • From the Windows Start menu, point to continue. To create recovery discs using 2 DVD(s) and click Next. 114 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 7 Click Next.
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...with the message Create Recovery DVD 1/2. 12 Click OK on the message. Remove the disc from the Media Changer/Recorder and label it VGX-XL1A Recovery DVD 1/2. See Step 1. The Manage Discs screen displays. 25 Click the Eject button next to the loaded disc icon. When ... Programs. The More Programs screen displays. 24 Click Manage Discs. The Create Recovery process begins. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 115 Remove the disc from the Media Changer/Recorder and label it VGX-XL1A Recovery DVD 2/2. 27 Close Media Center and store the Recovery DVD Discs in the Media Changer/...
...with the message Create Recovery DVD 1/2. 12 Click OK on the message. Remove the disc from the Media Changer/Recorder and label it VGX-XL1A Recovery DVD 1/2. See Step 1. The Manage Discs screen displays. 25 Click the Eject button next to the loaded disc icon. When ... Programs. The More Programs screen displays. 24 Click Manage Discs. The Create Recovery process begins. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 115 Remove the disc from the Media Changer/Recorder and label it VGX-XL1A Recovery DVD 2/2. 27 Close Media Center and store the Recovery DVD Discs in the Media Changer/...
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...HDMI™ or DVI connection - MCE Live TV Issues Event: Can the XL1A computer support High Definition broadcast stations? Windows/MCE will only control the volume of HDMI, Optical/Coaxial S/PDIF, and Line Out sound. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 161 DVD Playback Limitations Event: What resolution ...does my DVD playback? Comment: The VGX-XL1A TV tuner does not support HD broadcast stations. Note: Output of 1080i resolutions are...
...HDMI™ or DVI connection - MCE Live TV Issues Event: Can the XL1A computer support High Definition broadcast stations? Windows/MCE will only control the volume of HDMI, Optical/Coaxial S/PDIF, and Line Out sound. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 161 DVD Playback Limitations Event: What resolution ...does my DVD playback? Comment: The VGX-XL1A TV tuner does not support HD broadcast stations. Note: Output of 1080i resolutions are...