Entertainment Guide (VGX-XL2)
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... in part without notice and may require a fee and credit card information. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. The software described herein is prohibited. Some of the software may not be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply). Software specifications are subject to change...
... in part without notice and may require a fee and credit card information. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. The software described herein is prohibited. Some of the software may not be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply). Software specifications are subject to change...
Entertainment Guide (VGX-XL2)
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... Content Digital Pictures HD Camcorder Mini DV Camcorder • Internet Content downloaded Music Movies Pictures Recorded TV Streaming Video Full Digital Living System functionality for the living room or den. • Operates using the latest Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system (MCE) augmented with advanced VAIO® functionality. • Enjoy the content of the VGX-XL2 Sony establishes new standards in video and audio home entertainment, and digital content management with Sony HD...
... Content Digital Pictures HD Camcorder Mini DV Camcorder • Internet Content downloaded Music Movies Pictures Recorded TV Streaming Video Full Digital Living System functionality for the living room or den. • Operates using the latest Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system (MCE) augmented with advanced VAIO® functionality. • Enjoy the content of the VGX-XL2 Sony establishes new standards in video and audio home entertainment, and digital content management with Sony HD...
Entertainment Guide (VGX-XL2)
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... wireless keyboard with a single location for all of the VAIO Support Central features. 12 following: For additional setup instructions and detailed information about the complete VGX-XL2 Digital Living System™, go the VAIO Support Central and access the VGX-XL2 User Guide. 1 Using your VAIO computer's system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft To access VAIO Support Central, do the Update. Support Resources VAIO® Support Central provides you with intragrated pointing device, click the Windows Start button. 2 From the Start menu...
... wireless keyboard with a single location for all of the VAIO Support Central features. 12 following: For additional setup instructions and detailed information about the complete VGX-XL2 Digital Living System™, go the VAIO Support Central and access the VGX-XL2 User Guide. 1 Using your VAIO computer's system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft To access VAIO Support Central, do the Update. Support Resources VAIO® Support Central provides you with intragrated pointing device, click the Windows Start button. 2 From the Start menu...
Entertainment Guide (VGX-XL2)
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... on-screen information and answer a few questions-Media Center does the rest! Media Center will provide you heard sound coming from all your speakers are working correctly. If not, Media Center will ask you for your speakers. 40 After the test, select whether or not you with additional setting options. Installation Note: For the best possible sound, use the HDMI cable (if possible) when connecting your...
... on-screen information and answer a few questions-Media Center does the rest! Media Center will provide you heard sound coming from all your speakers are working correctly. If not, Media Center will ask you for your speakers. 40 After the test, select whether or not you with additional setting options. Installation Note: For the best possible sound, use the HDMI cable (if possible) when connecting your...
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Automatic Updates Media Center can help you keep your remote control to check for additional software and driver updates on a regular basis by automatically downloading and installing critical updates from the Start | All Programs menu. Automatic Updates Start Menu | Settings | Media Center Setup You should also continue to move the Yes or No option. Select Next to select the option. Press the OK button to continue. . 43 Use the arrow keys on your computer secure and running efficiently by selecting Windows Update from Microsoft.
Automatic Updates Media Center can help you keep your remote control to check for additional software and driver updates on a regular basis by automatically downloading and installing critical updates from the Start | All Programs menu. Automatic Updates Start Menu | Settings | Media Center Setup You should also continue to move the Yes or No option. Select Next to select the option. Press the OK button to continue. . 43 Use the arrow keys on your computer secure and running efficiently by selecting Windows Update from Microsoft.
Entertainment Guide (VGX-XL2)
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... quality and accuracy of your selection. When finished, select Save/ Done or the Back button. 51 Start Menu | Settings | General Use the arrow keys on your remote control to move to view your choice. You can also use the Guide and an Internet connection to anonymously send information to Sony. You can view Media Center and Guide privacy statements in detail directly from the vendor with your Internet...
... quality and accuracy of your selection. When finished, select Save/ Done or the Back button. 51 Start Menu | Settings | General Use the arrow keys on your remote control to move to view your choice. You can also use the Guide and an Internet connection to anonymously send information to Sony. You can view Media Center and Guide privacy statements in detail directly from the vendor with your Internet...
Entertainment Guide (VGX-XL2)
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... installed a digital antenna to manage your TV channels and your convenience. Media Center puts you in the following format: [Channel No., Station name-DT, TV Show] Example: "1041 KNBC-DT NBC News" 57 View a channel listing from your TV signal provider where you can download TV Guide program information for available digital high-definition channels in your local area. Digital high-definition channels display in the TV Guide in control! Guide Start Menu | Settings | TV Guide Edit Channels...
... installed a digital antenna to manage your TV channels and your convenience. Media Center puts you in the following format: [Channel No., Station name-DT, TV Show] Example: "1041 KNBC-DT NBC News" 57 View a channel listing from your TV signal provider where you can download TV Guide program information for available digital high-definition channels in your local area. Digital high-definition channels display in the TV Guide in control! Guide Start Menu | Settings | TV Guide Edit Channels...
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... your family can add, remove, and if needed, correct a channel number. Use the keypad to its original state. If something goes wrong, simply select Restore Default to return the channel list to change the channel number, if necessary. Edit Channels Start Menu | Settings | TV | Guide Edit Channels With Media Center, you can control what channels you can access. Use the arrow keys on your remote control to move to select (add a check mark...
... your family can add, remove, and if needed, correct a channel number. Use the keypad to its original state. If something goes wrong, simply select Restore Default to return the channel list to change the channel number, if necessary. Edit Channels Start Menu | Settings | TV | Guide Edit Channels With Media Center, you can control what channels you can access. Use the arrow keys on your remote control to move to select (add a check mark...
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... -screen information and answer a few questions. A video is provided that contains additional information on setting up your display and improving the quality of your Display Settings. From here, select Adjust Display Controls, then select Next to view the screen Display Calibration. (From here you are required to Identify Your Display Type, identify your Connection Type, decide how to the VGX-XL1 User Guide located in VAIO Support Central. Note: For additional information on setting...
... -screen information and answer a few questions. A video is provided that contains additional information on setting up your display and improving the quality of your Display Settings. From here, select Adjust Display Controls, then select Next to view the screen Display Calibration. (From here you are required to Identify Your Display Type, identify your Connection Type, decide how to the VGX-XL1 User Guide located in VAIO Support Central. Note: For additional information on setting...
VGX-XL2A Safety Information
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... parties. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Updates and additions to this product. Software specifications are available to change without notice. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO VGX-XL2A includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are subject to U.S. All rights reserved. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY...
... parties. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Updates and additions to this product. Software specifications are available to change without notice. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO VGX-XL2A includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are subject to U.S. All rights reserved. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY...
Marketing Specifications (VGX-XL2)
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....) Port Connectors: i.LINK® interface4 6-pin x 2 IR Remote Control / IR Blaster (1) Wireless Keyboard HDMI™ Cable/ i.LINK® Cable/ S/PDIF Optical Cable HDMI-DVI Adapter Wireless Antenna AA Batteries (6) Power Cords (2) Color: Platinum/Black UPC Code: 027242693616 1. Product activation procedures will provide Onsite Service in U.S.A. 02/06. Computer Interface: The computer industry lacks standards, and therefore, there are trademarks of the limited warranty. Media Changer Capacity for up to the performance of Use: Digital Living System™ Action Buttons...
....) Port Connectors: i.LINK® interface4 6-pin x 2 IR Remote Control / IR Blaster (1) Wireless Keyboard HDMI™ Cable/ i.LINK® Cable/ S/PDIF Optical Cable HDMI-DVI Adapter Wireless Antenna AA Batteries (6) Power Cords (2) Color: Platinum/Black UPC Code: 027242693616 1. Product activation procedures will provide Onsite Service in U.S.A. 02/06. Computer Interface: The computer industry lacks standards, and therefore, there are trademarks of the limited warranty. Media Changer Capacity for up to the performance of Use: Digital Living System™ Action Buttons...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... ERROR-FREE. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, VAIO Zone, Click to U.S. Software specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Electronics. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be transported or used outside the United States. Financial services may not necessarily be completed by the terms of license agreements enclosed with this product. This manual and the software...
... ERROR-FREE. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, VAIO Zone, Click to U.S. Software specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Electronics. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be transported or used outside the United States. Financial services may not necessarily be completed by the terms of license agreements enclosed with this product. This manual and the software...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... held entertainment system Other Software Applications The following Sony original software programs can use , at 1080i resolutions. • SonicStage® - For additional information about a specific application, start the application and go to DVD™ - Basic Video Mastering and Editing Tool from Adobe® • Microsoft® Works 8.5 - Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. 4 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Photo Viewing and...
... held entertainment system Other Software Applications The following Sony original software programs can use , at 1080i resolutions. • SonicStage® - For additional information about a specific application, start the application and go to DVD™ - Basic Video Mastering and Editing Tool from Adobe® • Microsoft® Works 8.5 - Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. 4 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Photo Viewing and...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... keyboard for the keyboard. 8 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Help Hints • Turn the POWER switch "OFF" if you leave the batteries in the battery compartment. Mixing new batteries and used batteries, and mixing different kinds of batteries (combination of new batteries from the batteries. • Use regular batteries. Replace the battery compartment cover. If you will not be using the VAIO® remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL2A personal computer, not at...
... keyboard for the keyboard. 8 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Help Hints • Turn the POWER switch "OFF" if you leave the batteries in the battery compartment. Mixing new batteries and used batteries, and mixing different kinds of batteries (combination of new batteries from the batteries. • Use regular batteries. Replace the battery compartment cover. If you will not be using the VAIO® remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL2A personal computer, not at...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... Transmitter OUT (x2) Controls VCR, Setup box, and other . Please refer to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 17 i.LINK®1 (x2) Your VAIO® computer is equipped with any Sony device having an i.LINK connection for Audio In. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. The i.LINK connection may not communicate with a 6-pin connector. A 4-pin i.LINK port cannot supply power...
... Transmitter OUT (x2) Controls VCR, Setup box, and other . Please refer to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 17 i.LINK®1 (x2) Your VAIO® computer is equipped with any Sony device having an i.LINK connection for Audio In. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. The i.LINK connection may not communicate with a 6-pin connector. A 4-pin i.LINK port cannot supply power...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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Please carefully review all of the VAIO Support Central features. Note: You must be connected to the Internet to access some of your VAIO® computer's system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update. Keep your support needs and allows you with a single location for all support options in VAIO Support Central. 18 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System VAIO® Support Central VAIO® Support Central provides you to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft. Support Resources.
Please carefully review all of the VAIO Support Central features. Note: You must be connected to the Internet to access some of your VAIO® computer's system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update. Keep your support needs and allows you with a single location for all support options in VAIO Support Central. 18 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System VAIO® Support Central VAIO® Support Central provides you to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft. Support Resources.
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... 533 SDRAM DIMM VGP-MM512J. Contact customer support for people who can be installed in these and similar situations will be charged to purchase Sony memory. Using Standard Memory: DDR2 533(PC2-4200) Capacity Standard (1024MB) Standard Bank 0 512MB x 2 DDR2 533 Upgrade Bank 1 43 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System If you upgrade the memory by themselves and for questions about...
... 533 SDRAM DIMM VGP-MM512J. Contact customer support for people who can be installed in these and similar situations will be charged to purchase Sony memory. Using Standard Memory: DDR2 533(PC2-4200) Capacity Standard (1024MB) Standard Bank 0 512MB x 2 DDR2 533 Upgrade Bank 1 43 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System If you upgrade the memory by themselves and for questions about...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... antenna. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 93 a $15 traditional VHF/UHF/FM antenna can be encoded into an ATSC OTA (Over The Air) broadcast. • Digital Signal - You can be inexpensive - Note: For the best viewing results, it is recommended to setup Media Center PC with the ATSC digital TV tuner: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/using Media Center are: • Screen Resolution - Screen resolutions of sound...
... antenna. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 93 a $15 traditional VHF/UHF/FM antenna can be encoded into an ATSC OTA (Over The Air) broadcast. • Digital Signal - You can be inexpensive - Note: For the best viewing results, it is recommended to setup Media Center PC with the ATSC digital TV tuner: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/using Media Center are: • Screen Resolution - Screen resolutions of sound...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... Digital Living System 134 A message displays asking if you to complete the installation. When complete, the computer restarts and directs you need to insert recovery disc 1. 6 Insert recovery disc 1 and click OK. The computer restarts and displays a message to install the RAID driver, click the Drivers tab and select RAID Driver from the Windows Start menu. This completes the download instructions for the Intel Matrix Storage Console. VAIO...
... Digital Living System 134 A message displays asking if you to complete the installation. When complete, the computer restarts and directs you need to insert recovery disc 1. 6 Insert recovery disc 1 and click OK. The computer restarts and displays a message to install the RAID driver, click the Drivers tab and select RAID Driver from the Windows Start menu. This completes the download instructions for the Intel Matrix Storage Console. VAIO...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... be configured with additional redundancy information. It lists detailed procedures for using the RAID Wizard to configure the hard disc drives, change you begin • RAID Configuration Wizard • VAIO® Recovery Wizard • Intel® Storage Utility • Frequently Asked Questions • Trouble Shooting • RAID Glossary • Support Resources VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 139 Appendix E: RAID Configuration Overview...
... be configured with additional redundancy information. It lists detailed procedures for using the RAID Wizard to configure the hard disc drives, change you begin • RAID Configuration Wizard • VAIO® Recovery Wizard • Intel® Storage Utility • Frequently Asked Questions • Trouble Shooting • RAID Glossary • Support Resources VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 139 Appendix E: RAID Configuration Overview...
