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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 ...
Entertainment Guide
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...you have come to the XL1A computer Sony HD Camcorders through a single i.LINK® cable 2 The VGX-XL1 is composed of the latest technology and excellence you the ultimate experience in digital home entertainment. XL1A XL1B • Controls ...the combined products • 200 disc Media Changer/Recorder • Leverages the latest Intel components • Burning of content to optical media • Uses the latest Microsoft® Windows® • Storage, archiving, and playback of XP Media Center operating system...
...you have come to the XL1A computer Sony HD Camcorders through a single i.LINK® cable 2 The VGX-XL1 is composed of the latest technology and excellence you the ultimate experience in digital home entertainment. XL1A XL1B • Controls ...the combined products • 200 disc Media Changer/Recorder • Leverages the latest Intel components • Burning of content to optical media • Uses the latest Microsoft® Windows® • Storage, archiving, and playback of XP Media Center operating system...
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...movies, record TV, watch videos, make copies of media files, and more- Combination Optical Drive Allows for fast disk access and System Recovery. Enhanced Remote Control Control MCE features, including surfing the Internet. High Storage Capacity Internal storage to 1.5 TB (one trillion... drives, RAID enabled, and multitasking. The XL1A is read only, not write. To write files, use the Media Changer/Recorder. VGX-XL1A Features The XL1A is a technologically advanced and powerful computer that will be right at home in your living room or den. Enhanced Connectivity PC, wired...
...movies, record TV, watch videos, make copies of media files, and more- Combination Optical Drive Allows for fast disk access and System Recovery. Enhanced Remote Control Control MCE features, including surfing the Internet. High Storage Capacity Internal storage to 1.5 TB (one trillion... drives, RAID enabled, and multitasking. The XL1A is read only, not write. To write files, use the Media Changer/Recorder. VGX-XL1A Features The XL1A is a technologically advanced and powerful computer that will be right at home in your living room or den. Enhanced Connectivity PC, wired...
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...the new My Changer features, the VGX-XL1A Personal Computer and the VGP-XL1B Media Changer/Recorder must be connected. Start Menu | My Changer My Changer My Changer Music 106 Copy Music 107 Archive TV Series 109 My Changer is a Sony feature added to Media Center that is...• Access a Help file unique to your hard drive (Auto-ripping). • Create (Burn) multiple DVDs of 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...
...the new My Changer features, the VGX-XL1A Personal Computer and the VGP-XL1B Media Changer/Recorder must be connected. Start Menu | My Changer My Changer My Changer Music 106 Copy Music 107 Archive TV Series 109 My Changer is a Sony feature added to Media Center that is...• Access a Help file unique to your hard drive (Auto-ripping). • Create (Burn) multiple DVDs of 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...
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... exit Internet Explorer. Please review the help information to find out more about each of these programs. Internet Explorer Your VGX-XL1A personal computer allows 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...
... exit Internet Explorer. Please review the help information to find out more about each of these programs. Internet Explorer Your VGX-XL1A personal computer allows 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...
VGX-XL1 Welcome Mat
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...changer drive. Activate Wireless Keyboard Communication Before using the VAIO® remote control, remember 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. The second i.LINK®1 port functions as...cover. ✔ Insert two (2) Sony Super Mangan Alkaline AA batteries oriented as shown in the battery compartment. (Supplied) ✔ Replace the battery compartment cover. Getting to point the remote at the VGX-XL1A personal computer, not at the TV ...
...changer drive. Activate Wireless Keyboard Communication Before using the VAIO® remote control, remember 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. The second i.LINK®1 port functions as...cover. ✔ Insert two (2) Sony Super Mangan Alkaline AA batteries oriented as shown in the battery compartment. (Supplied) ✔ Replace the battery compartment cover. Getting to point the remote at the VGX-XL1A personal computer, not at the TV ...
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... Press the Eject button on the screen. 3. Then proceed to Windows Wireless Zero Configuration service to set the resolution for VGX-XL1 Digital Living System, go to eject all of the DLS computer. Reproduction in whole or in the slot. Insert the adapter in the changer slots.... a DVI-D connector, Sony recommends using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update. Identifying information (Metadata) may damage the drive. Note: The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. Connect one end to your TV and the other end to the VGX-XL1A Personal Computer and is ...
... Press the Eject button on the screen. 3. Then proceed to Windows Wireless Zero Configuration service to set the resolution for VGX-XL1 Digital Living System, go to eject all of the DLS computer. Reproduction in whole or in the slot. Insert the adapter in the changer slots.... a DVI-D connector, Sony recommends using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update. Identifying information (Metadata) may damage the drive. Note: The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. Connect one end to your TV and the other end to the VGX-XL1A Personal Computer and is ...
VGX-XL1A Safety Information
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...features such as copy protection and content management technology. Updates and additions to U.S. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO VGX-XL1A includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily... by Internet or telephone (toll charges may require a fee and credit card information. PS/2 is governed by third parties. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT...
...features such as copy protection and content management technology. Updates and additions to U.S. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO VGX-XL1A includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily... by Internet or telephone (toll charges may require a fee and credit card information. PS/2 is governed by third parties. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT...
VGX-XL1A Safety Information
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...of your Sony VAIO® VGX-XL1A. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Model Number: Serial Number: 3 The International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is a U.S. It is an open system in a ... Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call the Sony Service Center. The Wireless LAN functionality, which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of ...
...of your Sony VAIO® VGX-XL1A. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Model Number: Serial Number: 3 The International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is a U.S. It is an open system in a ... Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call the Sony Service Center. The Wireless LAN functionality, which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of ...
VGX-XL1A Safety Information
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...local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance at http://www.eiae.org. ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your VGX-XL1A to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to the eyes, do not open . Refer servicing to... use any interference that you may experience or that may vary, depending on the system configuration purchased. Safety Information Safety Information and Caution The type of optical drive(s) installed in your nearest Sony Service Center. Avoid direct exposure to malfunction. ❑ If using wireless LAN near...
...local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance at http://www.eiae.org. ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your VGX-XL1A to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to the eyes, do not open . Refer servicing to... use any interference that you may experience or that may vary, depending on the system configuration purchased. Safety Information Safety Information and Caution The type of optical drive(s) installed in your nearest Sony Service Center. Avoid direct exposure to malfunction. ❑ If using wireless LAN near...
VGX-XL1 Marketing Specifications
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...operations. This personal computer is compatible with any particular software packages and/or non-Sony add-on specific hardware and software in all locations. 7. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO Digital Living Studio, SonicStage, Memory Stick, DVgate Plus, Giga Pocket, VAIO Media, Click ...174; Update Internet Services America Online® 180-Day Trial - Reproduction in whole or in U.S.A. 10/05. VGX-XL1 VAIO® VGX-XL1 Series Digital Living System™ Hardware VGX-XL1A Processor Intel® Pentium® D Processor 820 (2.80GHz1 , 2x1MB L2 Cache) Front Side Bus Speed 800MHz Chipset...
...operations. This personal computer is compatible with any particular software packages and/or non-Sony add-on specific hardware and software in all locations. 7. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO Digital Living Studio, SonicStage, Memory Stick, DVgate Plus, Giga Pocket, VAIO Media, Click ...174; Update Internet Services America Online® 180-Day Trial - Reproduction in whole or in U.S.A. 10/05. VGX-XL1 VAIO® VGX-XL1 Series Digital Living System™ Hardware VGX-XL1A Processor Intel® Pentium® D Processor 820 (2.80GHz1 , 2x1MB L2 Cache) Front Side Bus Speed 800MHz Chipset...
User Guide
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... Center to accommodate the Media Changer/Recorder. 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™. Even though the digital entertainment features of the VGX-XL1 system is designed to work with an even greater entertainment value. Product Specifications VGX-XL1A Personal Computer For complete hardware specifications, go...
... Center to accommodate the Media Changer/Recorder. 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™. Even though the digital entertainment features of the VGX-XL1 system is designed to work with an even greater entertainment value. Product Specifications VGX-XL1A Personal Computer For complete hardware specifications, go...
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... Center • VAIO® 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
... Center • VAIO® 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
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... two (2) Sony Super Mangan Alkaline batteries (supplied) oriented as shown in the battery compartment. Note: When using the keyboard for the keyboard. 10 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System Help Hints • Turn the POWER switch "OFF" if you will not be using the VAIO® remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL1A personal computer...
... two (2) Sony Super Mangan Alkaline batteries (supplied) oriented as shown in the battery compartment. Note: When using the keyboard for the keyboard. 10 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System Help Hints • Turn the POWER switch "OFF" if you will not be using the VAIO® remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL1A personal computer...
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Power Saving Functions The VGX-XL1A personal computer offers two power-saving function modes, Standby and Hibernation, which are used to the XL1 computer goes off automatically and the power lamp goes off. WARNING: Any changes that have not been saved will be lost. Note: If the ...power does not turn off by holding down the Power button on the XL1 computer for more than four (4) seconds. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 47 Turning the Power Off Please follow the following procedure when turning the power off by this procedure, you can turn the...
Power Saving Functions The VGX-XL1A personal computer offers two power-saving function modes, Standby and Hibernation, which are used to the XL1 computer goes off automatically and the power lamp goes off. WARNING: Any changes that have not been saved will be lost. Note: If the ...power does not turn off by holding down the Power button on the XL1 computer for more than four (4) seconds. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 47 Turning the Power Off Please follow the following procedure when turning the power off by this procedure, you can turn the...
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... and DVD+R media. The Create Recovery Discs (Step 1 of media. 5 Click Next. Sony recommends using CD media 1 Start the VAIO HDD Recovery program. Always use a poor quality of 3) appears. 4 Depending on -screen Create Recovery Discs information. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 113 Create Recovery Discs Use the Create Recovery Discs option to create the media...each disc required to the disc. Note: If your part. Remember - 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.
... and DVD+R media. The Create Recovery Discs (Step 1 of media. 5 Click Next. Sony recommends using CD media 1 Start the VAIO HDD Recovery program. Always use a poor quality of 3) appears. 4 Depending on -screen Create Recovery Discs information. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 113 Create Recovery Discs Use the Create Recovery Discs option to create the media...each disc required to the disc. Note: If your part. Remember - 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.
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Tip: Label each recovery discs to avoid confusion when using DVD media Before 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 .... The More Programs screen displays. 4 Click Manage Discs. Once the disc is complete. To create recovery discs using 2 DVD(s) and click Next. 114 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System Click OK to exit VAIO Recovery. Create Recovery Media using the discs for all discs have been removed from the VGP-XL1B Media Changer/Recorder...
Tip: Label each recovery discs to avoid confusion when using DVD media Before 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 .... The More Programs screen displays. 4 Click Manage Discs. Once the disc is complete. To create recovery discs using 2 DVD(s) and click Next. 114 VGX-XL1 Digital Living System Click OK to exit VAIO Recovery. Create Recovery Media using the discs for all discs have been removed from the VGP-XL1B Media Changer/Recorder...
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...VAIO® Recovery Create Recovery Discs (Step 2 of 3) displays with the message Create Recovery DVD 1/2. 12 Click OK on the message. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 115 A message displays when the first DVD has been successfully created. 13 Click OK. 14 Start Media Center. 15 From the Media Center ...Manage Discs. Note: Blank DVD media should already be loaded in a safe location. Remove the disc from the Media Changer/Recorder and label it VGX-XL1A Recovery DVD 1/2. When complete, the Create Recovery Discs (Step 3 of 3) screen displays infoming you that blank DVD disc 2 is loaded. 19...
...VAIO® Recovery Create Recovery Discs (Step 2 of 3) displays with the message Create Recovery DVD 1/2. 12 Click OK on the message. VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 115 A message displays when the first DVD has been successfully created. 13 Click OK. 14 Start Media Center. 15 From the Media Center ...Manage Discs. Note: Blank DVD media should already be loaded in a safe location. Remove the disc from the Media Changer/Recorder and label it VGX-XL1A Recovery DVD 1/2. When complete, the Create Recovery Discs (Step 3 of 3) screen displays infoming you that blank DVD disc 2 is loaded. 19...
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Comment: The VGX-XL1A TV tuner does not support HD broadcast stations. Windows/MCE will only control the volume of 1080i resolutions are not supported. • Component Video connection ... 480i/480p resolutions. • You cannot view copy-protected DVD through component video connection with a higher resolution than 480i/480p due to High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). MCE Live TV Issues Event: Can the XL1A computer support High Definition broadcast stations? DVD Playback Limitations Event: What resolution does my DVD playback? VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 161
Comment: The VGX-XL1A TV tuner does not support HD broadcast stations. Windows/MCE will only control the volume of 1080i resolutions are not supported. • Component Video connection ... 480i/480p resolutions. • You cannot view copy-protected DVD through component video connection with a higher resolution than 480i/480p due to High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). MCE Live TV Issues Event: Can the XL1A computer support High Definition broadcast stations? DVD Playback Limitations Event: What resolution does my DVD playback? VGX-XL1 Digital Living System 161