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... x 16.5" x 5.5" VGP-AMB8 13" x 17" x 3.5" VGP-AMB9 12" x 17.5" x 3" VGP-AML1 12.6" x 17.8" x 3.5" * Available only on Sony Style® stores or website. 200 Disc CD/DVD Changer/Recorder VGX-XL1B2 $749.99 • Centralized storage for audio CD and movie DVD collection • PC-enabled control for 200 audio... CDs and/or movie DVDs • Operated through Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 •...
... x 16.5" x 5.5" VGP-AMB8 13" x 17" x 3.5" VGP-AMB9 12" x 17.5" x 3" VGP-AML1 12.6" x 17.8" x 3.5" * Available only on Sony Style® stores or website. 200 Disc CD/DVD Changer/Recorder VGX-XL1B2 $749.99 • Centralized storage for audio CD and movie DVD collection • PC-enabled control for 200 audio... CDs and/or movie DVDs • Operated through Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 •...
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... 2.0, Ethernet, VGA-Out, A/V-out and DC in . Printed in . VGP-PRTX1: VGA out, 3 USB 2.0, Ethernet and DC in . ++ + Microsoft® Windows® XP compatible Exclude DVD RW drive models Exclude Bluetooth® integrated models Only available on Bluetooth® integrated models All Prices are trademarks of... Sony used only to hard drive capacity. All rights reserved. Microsoft and Windows are owned the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Sony® VAIO® Accessories Guide Summer 2006 FE AX AR FS FJ...
... 2.0, Ethernet, VGA-Out, A/V-out and DC in . Printed in . VGP-PRTX1: VGA out, 3 USB 2.0, Ethernet and DC in . ++ + Microsoft® Windows® XP compatible Exclude DVD RW drive models Exclude Bluetooth® integrated models Only available on Bluetooth® integrated models All Prices are trademarks of... Sony used only to hard drive capacity. All rights reserved. Microsoft and Windows are owned the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Sony® VAIO® Accessories Guide Summer 2006 FE AX AR FS FJ...
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...Windows, and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation. Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of disc holders or in the disc consoles and should not be used with this product. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Sony..., VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video ...
...Windows, and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation. Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of disc holders or in the disc consoles and should not be used with this product. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Sony..., VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video ...
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... 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 the Search Feature ...11 Support Resources ...12 Media Center Setup 13 Settings ...14 General ...15 Set Up and Window Behavior...
... 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 the Search Feature ...11 Support Resources ...12 Media Center Setup 13 Settings ...14 General ...15 Set Up and Window Behavior...
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The VGX-XL1 is composed 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 • 200 disc Media ...to optical media • Uses the latest Microsoft® Windows® • Storage, archiving, and playback of two products combined to expect from Sony. What is VGX-XL1? VGX-XL1 works just like any other computer, EXCEPT IT OFFERS MORE! More of the latest technology...
The VGX-XL1 is composed 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 • 200 disc Media ...to optical media • Uses the latest Microsoft® Windows® • Storage, archiving, and playback of two products combined to expect from Sony. What is VGX-XL1? VGX-XL1 works just like any other computer, EXCEPT IT OFFERS MORE! More of the latest technology...
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... Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system (MCE) augmented with advanced VAIO® functionality. • Enjoy the content of the VGX-XL1 Sony establishes new standards in video and audio home entertainment, and digital content management with Sony HD Camcorder ...Internet Content downloaded Music Movies Pictures Recorded TV Streaming Video • HD connectivity with the VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. Playback and manage your entire media Full Digital Living System functionality for the optimal entertainment experience. • Packaged Content Music CD's Movie DVD's...
... Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system (MCE) augmented with advanced VAIO® functionality. • Enjoy the content of the VGX-XL1 Sony establishes new standards in video and audio home entertainment, and digital content management with Sony HD Camcorder ...Internet Content downloaded Music Movies Pictures Recorded TV Streaming Video • HD connectivity with the VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. Playback and manage your entire media Full Digital Living System functionality for the optimal entertainment experience. • Packaged Content Music CD's Movie DVD's...
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... control or the VAIO® wireless keyboard. Then, you into the world of digital home entertainment, bringing all of the features and capabilities of Media Center and additional advanced features unique to VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. This guide will be guided through setting up Media Center, and finally, an... all tasks. The next few pages provide examples of available features. 6 This guide provides an overview of other XP operating systems, with one major difference-Media Center. Getting Started VGX-XL1 uses the Mircosoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition operating...
... control or the VAIO® wireless keyboard. Then, you into the world of digital home entertainment, bringing all of the features and capabilities of Media Center and additional advanced features unique to VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™. This guide will be guided through setting up Media Center, and finally, an... all tasks. The next few pages provide examples of available features. 6 This guide provides an overview of other XP operating systems, with one major difference-Media Center. Getting Started VGX-XL1 uses the Mircosoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition operating...
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Media Center recognizes the following folders located in the following ways: • Copy files or folders directly to recognized folders using Windows Explorer. • Download media files (Internet, Music CD's, Video) directly to recognized folders. • Add additional folders, or shared folders for Media Center to recognize. ...
Media Center recognizes the following folders located in the following ways: • Copy files or folders directly to recognized folders using Windows Explorer. • Download media files (Internet, Music CD's, Video) directly to recognized folders. • Add additional folders, or shared folders for Media Center to recognize. ...
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Support Resources VAIO® Support Central provides you to access some of your VAIO computer's system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update. To access VAIO Support Central, do the following: 1 Using your wireless keyboard with a ...12 Note: You must be connected to the Internet to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft. Keep your support needs and allows you with intragrated pointing device, click the Windows Start button. 2 From the Start menu, click All Programs. 3 From the All Programs menu,...
Support Resources VAIO® Support Central provides you to access some of your VAIO computer's system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update. To access VAIO Support Central, do the following: 1 Using your wireless keyboard with a ...12 Note: You must be connected to the Internet to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft. Keep your support needs and allows you with intragrated pointing device, click the Windows Start button. 2 From the Start menu, click All Programs. 3 From the All Programs menu,...
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...- With a full range of powerful, yet easy-to Sony VAIO and Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Media Center Setup Sony VAIO® and Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 lets you do amazing things with an overview of your VAIO Digital Living System™ Personal Computer. together in setting up Media Center for your distinct...
...- With a full range of powerful, yet easy-to Sony VAIO and Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Media Center Setup Sony VAIO® and Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 lets you do amazing things with an overview of your VAIO Digital Living System™ Personal Computer. together in setting up Media Center for your distinct...
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...additional hardware devices, you are ready to set up your preferences. Also, remember to check for Windows updates before you start Media Center, a setup "wizard" (a series of Media Center, it is not supported by Sony VAIO. To enjoy the full benefit of setup screens) opens. The first time you begin to... make sure Media Center has the most recent software and security updates. 14 Once you have set up your computer and have connected the Media Changer/Recorder...
...additional hardware devices, you are ready to set up your preferences. Also, remember to check for Windows updates before you start Media Center, a setup "wizard" (a series of Media Center, it is not supported by Sony VAIO. To enjoy the full benefit of setup screens) opens. The first time you begin to... make sure Media Center has the most recent software and security updates. 14 Once you have set up your computer and have connected the Media Changer/Recorder...
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You might want to take the time to see what might improve your computer. Start Menu | Settings | General General Start Up and Window Behavior... 16 Visual and Sound Effects 17 More Programs Options 18 Media Center Setup 19 Parental Controls 29 Automatic Downloads Options... 30 Optimization 31 About Media Center 32 Privacy 33 The General settings are a series of the General settings options to review all of options that effect Media Center and some general preferences for your entertainment experience. 15
You might want to take the time to see what might improve your computer. Start Menu | Settings | General General Start Up and Window Behavior... 16 Visual and Sound Effects 17 More Programs Options 18 Media Center Setup 19 Parental Controls 29 Automatic Downloads Options... 30 Optimization 31 About Media Center 32 Privacy 33 The General settings are a series of the General settings options to review all of options that effect Media Center and some general preferences for your entertainment experience. 15
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...deselect (remove a check mark). Use the arrow keys on your environment. Set Up and Window Behavior Start Menu | Settings | General Start Up and Window Behavior You can determine if Media Center: • is always the top window. • will warn you if a file or action is not designed for each ...option. Press the OK button to the buttons for Media Center. • starts when Windows starts. • shows task...
...deselect (remove a check mark). Use the arrow keys on your environment. Set Up and Window Behavior Start Menu | Settings | General Start Up and Window Behavior You can determine if Media Center: • is always the top window. • will warn you if a file or action is not designed for each ...option. Press the OK button to the buttons for Media Center. • starts when Windows starts. • shows task...
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Select Next to select the option. Automatic Updates Media Center can help you keep your remote control to move the Yes or No option. Use the arrow keys on a regular basis by automatically downloading and installing critical updates from the Start | All Programs menu. Press the OK button to continue. . 25 Automatic Updates Start Menu | Settings | Media Center Setup You should also continue to check for additional software and driver updates on your computer secure and running efficiently by selecting Windows Update from Microsoft.
Select Next to select the option. Automatic Updates Media Center can help you keep your remote control to move the Yes or No option. Use the arrow keys on a regular basis by automatically downloading and installing critical updates from the Start | All Programs menu. Press the OK button to continue. . 25 Automatic Updates Start Menu | Settings | Media Center Setup You should also continue to check for additional software and driver updates on your computer secure and running efficiently by selecting Windows Update from Microsoft.
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However, when you do need additional information, Media Center provides you and your Hardware Please visit each of these areas and experience the quality assistance Media Center provides to use when you follow the on-screen instructions. Media Center Help Community Forums Latest Tips Help with four areas of assistance. Start Menu | Settings Help Windows Media Center is very easy to you with your family. 57
However, when you do need additional information, Media Center provides you and your Hardware Please visit each of these areas and experience the quality assistance Media Center provides to use when you follow the on-screen instructions. Media Center Help Community Forums Latest Tips Help with four areas of assistance. Start Menu | Settings Help Windows Media Center is very easy to you with your family. 57
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Press the More button, select Settings, then Help. VAIO® Support Central provides you with integrated pointing device, click the Windows Start button. 2 From the Start menu, click All Programs. 3 From All Programs menu, click VAIO Support Central. 58 Then ... by the following methods: Remote Control - Remote Mouse - Move the Mouse to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft. To access VAIO Support Central: 1 Using your VAIO computer's system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update.
Press the More button, select Settings, then Help. VAIO® Support Central provides you with integrated pointing device, click the Windows Start button. 2 From the Start menu, click All Programs. 3 From All Programs menu, click VAIO Support Central. 58 Then ... by the following methods: Remote Control - Remote Mouse - Move the Mouse to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft. To access VAIO Support Central: 1 Using your VAIO computer's system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update.
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... not know your computer. To start the Windows Update utility, connect to keep the operating system updated with the latest software releases and security updates. Finally, click Detect my model. Follow the on-screen instructions. Support Internet Sites Windows Updates http://microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/ VAIO Updates http://esupport.sony.com Contact Sony Support Internet Support...
... not know your computer. To start the Windows Update utility, connect to keep the operating system updated with the latest software releases and security updates. Finally, click Detect my model. Follow the on-screen instructions. Support Internet Sites Windows Updates http://microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/ VAIO Updates http://esupport.sony.com Contact Sony Support Internet Support...
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...Pictures 78 My TV 86 My Music 96 Create DVD 103 My Changer 105 More Programs 111 -Manage Discs 112 VAIO personal computers equipped with Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 lets you experience the new and exciting world of VAIO, and you can enjoy an ...even more dynamic entertainment experience. Note: For information not shown in this guide, go to use, yet powerful features of digital home entertainment. Experience movies...
...Pictures 78 My TV 86 My Music 96 Create DVD 103 My Changer 105 More Programs 111 -Manage Discs 112 VAIO personal computers equipped with Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 lets you experience the new and exciting world of VAIO, and you can enjoy an ...even more dynamic entertainment experience. Note: For information not shown in this guide, go to use, yet powerful features of digital home entertainment. Experience movies...
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... creating your own personal media library that you have a CD or DVD. Your library can be recognized by selecting the Windows Start button, then My Computer, and finally selecting the drive from Windows Media Center with Removable Storage. Data discs can contain the following message. Click Yes to view the following types of...
... creating your own personal media library that you have a CD or DVD. Your library can be recognized by selecting the Windows Start button, then My Computer, and finally selecting the drive from Windows Media Center with Removable Storage. Data discs can contain the following message. Click Yes to view the following types of...
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Notes: (1) For DVDs, you stop your DVD movies in full screen, windowed, or in a viewport window. If you can edit the movie title as it appears in Manage Disks or My DVDs by going to Movie Info and editing as desired.(2) ... simplify your remote control, select Play DVD. Restarts the DVD movie from the stopping point. Returns to change the viewing screen size. 68 Select the Windows Resize button to the DVD movie's title or beginning menu. If you the flexibility of using the remote control, the following image appears. Using your...
Notes: (1) For DVDs, you stop your DVD movies in full screen, windowed, or in a viewport window. If you can edit the movie title as it appears in Manage Disks or My DVDs by going to Movie Info and editing as desired.(2) ... simplify your remote control, select Play DVD. Restarts the DVD movie from the stopping point. Returns to change the viewing screen size. 68 Select the Windows Resize button to the DVD movie's title or beginning menu. If you the flexibility of using the remote control, the following image appears. Using your...