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... E: RAID Configuration • Appendix F: Troubleshooting • Appendix G: Program Support What is a powerful computer designed with the livingroom and your digital entertainment needs in mind. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 1 The VGX-XL2A DLS system is the VGX-XL2A Digital Living System? Let the VGX-XL2A DLS system lead you into the exciting world of VAIO® where new technologies are established for a state of the art home...
... E: RAID Configuration • Appendix F: Troubleshooting • Appendix G: Program Support What is a powerful computer designed with the livingroom and your digital entertainment needs in mind. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 1 The VGX-XL2A DLS system is the VGX-XL2A Digital Living System? Let the VGX-XL2A DLS system lead you into the exciting world of VAIO® where new technologies are established for a state of the art home...
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... > VAIO Support Central] Operating System Software The operating system for the VGX-XL2A Digital Living System™ is Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005, with an even greater entertainment value. Note: Even though the digital entertainment features of these and other pre-installed application, see Sony Original Software and Other Software Applications. 2 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System VAIO valueadded software provides...
... > VAIO Support Central] Operating System Software The operating system for the VGX-XL2A Digital Living System™ is Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005, with an even greater entertainment value. Note: Even though the digital entertainment features of these and other pre-installed application, see Sony Original Software and Other Software Applications. 2 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System VAIO valueadded software provides...
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...Sony supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of all the music stored on any player other than the one recorded to all pictures in -depth information about each feature, go to view the movie or review specific movie information. Review this section carefully VGX-XL2A Digital Living System... 3 The Online Spotlight provides Internet access to DVD. Watch live TV or record your favorite show for your hard drive. Organize, locate, ...
...Sony supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of all the music stored on any player other than the one recorded to all pictures in -depth information about each feature, go to view the movie or review specific movie information. Review this section carefully VGX-XL2A Digital Living System... 3 The Online Spotlight provides Internet access to DVD. Watch live TV or record your favorite show for your hard drive. Organize, locate, ...
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...Teacher Edition Trial1 1. Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. 4 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Digital Video Note: Due to the constraints of using Component Video, DVgate Plus will only open at which time the software...be detailed during initial launch of first use it. PSP™ (Play Station® Portable) hand held entertainment system Other Software Applications The following Sony original software programs can use , at 1080i resolutions. • SonicStage® - Basic Photo Editing tool from...
...Teacher Edition Trial1 1. Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. 4 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Digital Video Note: Due to the constraints of using Component Video, DVgate Plus will only open at which time the software...be detailed during initial launch of first use it. PSP™ (Play Station® Portable) hand held entertainment system Other Software Applications The following Sony original software programs can use , at 1080i resolutions. • SonicStage® - Basic Photo Editing tool from...
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...• VAIO® Control Center • VAIO® Update Getting to know the VGX-XL2A DLS System Unpacking the VAIO XL2A Personal Computer Make sure you have the following items: VGX-XL2A PC WLAN Antenna HDMI™ Cable Remote Batteries (2) Wireless Keyboard w/Intergrated Pointing Device Power...time. For Data DVD and CD Creation Anti-virus and Recovery Software • Norton® Internet Security™ 60-Day Subscription - VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 5 For DVD Playback • Roxio® DigitalMedia SE - • Intuit Quicken® 2005 New User Edition (Previous Quicken ...
...• VAIO® Control Center • VAIO® Update Getting to know the VGX-XL2A DLS System Unpacking the VAIO XL2A Personal Computer Make sure you have the following items: VGX-XL2A PC WLAN Antenna HDMI™ Cable Remote Batteries (2) Wireless Keyboard w/Intergrated Pointing Device Power...time. For Data DVD and CD Creation Anti-virus and Recovery Software • Norton® Internet Security™ 60-Day Subscription - VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 5 For DVD Playback • Roxio® DigitalMedia SE - • Intuit Quicken® 2005 New User Edition (Previous Quicken ...
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Activate Wireless Keyboard Communication Before using the keyboard, you must activate communications between the XL2A computer and the wireless keyboard when activating communications. 1 On the front of the keyboard, slide the Power button to On. ...shown in the battery compartment. To activate wireless keyboard communications Make sure there are functioning properly. 6 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Wireless Keyboard Setting up the Keyboard Insert the Batteries On the back of the XL2A computer, press the connect buttons simultaneously and hold for a few seconds. 4 Test the keyboard and...
Activate Wireless Keyboard Communication Before using the keyboard, you must activate communications between the XL2A computer and the wireless keyboard when activating communications. 1 On the front of the keyboard, slide the Power button to On. ...shown in the battery compartment. To activate wireless keyboard communications Make sure there are functioning properly. 6 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Wireless Keyboard Setting up the Keyboard Insert the Batteries On the back of the XL2A computer, press the connect buttons simultaneously and hold for a few seconds. 4 Test the keyboard and...
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... to make your specific manufacturer. Follow the steps below to preset the MCE remote control for TV, MUSIC, VIDEOS, and ends a slide show. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 7 MCE (RC6) Default: 01 Sony: 02 Samsung: 03,05,06,08,11 or 13 Toshiba: 07 or 09 Panasonic: 04 or 10 Sharp: 07 or 12 2 On the... Channel (CH) or Page (PG) on the right of the START button. Then type the input code no. 5 Open the following screens RECORDED TV, GUIDE, LIVE TV, DVD MENU. (DVD MENU is available only when Media Center is also provided to open Media Center. Press STANDBY to change channels and enter...
... to make your specific manufacturer. Follow the steps below to preset the MCE remote control for TV, MUSIC, VIDEOS, and ends a slide show. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 7 MCE (RC6) Default: 01 Sony: 02 Samsung: 03,05,06,08,11 or 13 Toshiba: 07 or 09 Panasonic: 04 or 10 Sharp: 07 or 12 2 On the... Channel (CH) or Page (PG) on the right of the START button. Then type the input code no. 5 Open the following screens RECORDED TV, GUIDE, LIVE TV, DVD MENU. (DVD MENU is available only when Media Center is also provided to open Media Center. Press STANDBY to change channels and enter...
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...VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Help Hints • Turn the POWER switch "OFF" if you will use the "same" kind of new batteries from the batteries. • Use regular batteries. Mixing new batteries and used batteries, and mixing different kinds of batteries (combination of the remote control, remove the battery compartment cover and insert two (2) Sony... and alkaline batteries, etc.) can be using the VAIO® remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL2A personal computer, not at the TV or monitor. If you will not be checked using the keyboard for a while.
...VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Help Hints • Turn the POWER switch "OFF" if you will use the "same" kind of new batteries from the batteries. • Use regular batteries. Mixing new batteries and used batteries, and mixing different kinds of batteries (combination of the remote control, remove the battery compartment cover and insert two (2) Sony... and alkaline batteries, etc.) can be using the VAIO® remote control, remember to point the remote at the VGX-XL2A personal computer, not at the TV or monitor. If you will not be checked using the keyboard for a while.
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... Lamp The power lamp turns green when the electric power to this device. DVD-RW Combo Drive (Double layer recording capable) 2 It will be used. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 9 If you read data from DVD-ROM, DVD+R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R DVD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW and write data to DVD...+R DL, DVD+R DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, CD-RW. XL2A Personal Computer Front Panel The XL2A Personal Computer Front Inputs and Outputs Power Button Press to turn orange when it will enter a hibernation state and the power lamp will...
... Lamp The power lamp turns green when the electric power to this device. DVD-RW Combo Drive (Double layer recording capable) 2 It will be used. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 9 If you read data from DVD-ROM, DVD+R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R DVD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW and write data to DVD...+R DL, DVD+R DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, CD-RW. XL2A Personal Computer Front Panel The XL2A Personal Computer Front Inputs and Outputs Power Button Press to turn orange when it will enter a hibernation state and the power lamp will...
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... media. Memory card access Lamp It blinks orange when you read and written. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible. 10 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System The connector supports the USB 2.0 standard and can also be removed from and to SmartMedia or xD-Picture Card media. S-VIDEO...device. 1. Some features may require a fee. 2. CompactFlash® & Microdrive™ memory card reader Reads and writes data from the drive. Secure Digital (SD) & MultiMediaCard™ (MMC) memory card reader Data from a "Memory Stick®", xDPicture Card, Smart Media, Compact Flash, or SD ...
... media. Memory card access Lamp It blinks orange when you read and written. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible. 10 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System The connector supports the USB 2.0 standard and can also be removed from and to SmartMedia or xD-Picture Card media. S-VIDEO...device. 1. Some features may require a fee. 2. CompactFlash® & Microdrive™ memory card reader Reads and writes data from the drive. Secure Digital (SD) & MultiMediaCard™ (MMC) memory card reader Data from a "Memory Stick®", xDPicture Card, Smart Media, Compact Flash, or SD ...
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...popular types of Sony used only to transfer data between digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other . The i.LINK connection may not communicate with any Sony device having an i.LINK connection for information on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.... basic information about using your computer's memory card readers to designate that comes with each other audio/video devices. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 11 3. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary depending on compatibility, operating conditions and proper connection. For...
...popular types of Sony used only to transfer data between digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other . The i.LINK connection may not communicate with any Sony device having an i.LINK connection for information on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.... basic information about using your computer's memory card readers to designate that comes with each other audio/video devices. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 11 3. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary depending on compatibility, operating conditions and proper connection. For...
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Supported Memory Card Readers and Compatible Media Smart Media™ xD-Picture Card™ Secure Digital (SD) MultiMediaCard™ Compact Flash® Microdrive™ Memory Stick Duo™ Memory Stick Pro™ Memory Stick® 12 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System
Supported Memory Card Readers and Compatible Media Smart Media™ xD-Picture Card™ Secure Digital (SD) MultiMediaCard™ Compact Flash® Microdrive™ Memory Stick Duo™ Memory Stick Pro™ Memory Stick® 12 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System
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... directly from the media. Copy the video file to store and transfer any data created with authentication and encryption, using Sony® MagicGate technology. Protected content can store different data formats on Memory Stick® media. Provides the same features...that prevents unauthorized duplication or playback. High-speed data transfer and MagicGate technology features, such as authentication and encryption, may vary. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 13 Provides the same features and benefits of Memory Stick® media are a compact, portable, and versatile data storage media ...
... directly from the media. Copy the video file to store and transfer any data created with authentication and encryption, using Sony® MagicGate technology. Protected content can store different data formats on Memory Stick® media. Provides the same features...that prevents unauthorized duplication or playback. High-speed data transfer and MagicGate technology features, such as authentication and encryption, may vary. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 13 Provides the same features and benefits of Memory Stick® media are a compact, portable, and versatile data storage media ...
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... memory card into the reader. When you slide the tab to the un-LOCK position, you insert it into the Memory Stick slot again. 14 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Inserting a Memory Card The memory card reader(s) are equipped with a write-protect tab*.
... memory card into the reader. When you slide the tab to the un-LOCK position, you insert it into the Memory Stick slot again. 14 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Inserting a Memory Card The memory card reader(s) are equipped with a write-protect tab*.
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... card's contents to share your memory card between your VAIO® computer and devices such as a digital camera or music player, the card must be damaged. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 15 Removing a Memory Card The correct way to remove from the reader. To remove a Memory Stick...® media, Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard™, SmartMedia™, or xD-Picture Card™ media 1 Press the ...
... card's contents to share your memory card between your VAIO® computer and devices such as a digital camera or music player, the card must be damaged. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 15 Removing a Memory Card The correct way to remove from the reader. To remove a Memory Stick...® media, Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard™, SmartMedia™, or xD-Picture Card™ media 1 Press the ...
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... port marked with the Network symbol is for cable provider or external antenna. Antenna/Cable Connection for LAN connections only.) 16 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Line OUT (L/R) Connection for over-the-air digital antenna. ATSC Digital TV Antenna (VHF / UHF) Connection for an external device. HDMI™ Connection for HDMI cable for high definition video and...
... port marked with the Network symbol is for cable provider or external antenna. Antenna/Cable Connection for LAN connections only.) 16 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Line OUT (L/R) Connection for over-the-air digital antenna. ATSC Digital TV Antenna (VHF / UHF) Connection for an external device. HDMI™ Connection for HDMI cable for high definition video and...
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...pin (back panel) i.LINK® ports. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 17 Infrared Transmitter OUT (x2) Controls VCR, Setup box, and other . Component Video OUT (480i, 480p,720p) Connections for Wireless LAN Antenna. i.LINK is equipped with any Sony device having an i.LINK connection for Audio Out...Wireless LAN Antenna Connection for Video Out. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. Power Cord Connection for Audio In. Optical S/PDIF IN Connection for supplied power cord. 1. For...
...pin (back panel) i.LINK® ports. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 17 Infrared Transmitter OUT (x2) Controls VCR, Setup box, and other . Component Video OUT (480i, 480p,720p) Connections for Wireless LAN Antenna. i.LINK is equipped with any Sony device having an i.LINK connection for Audio Out...Wireless LAN Antenna Connection for Video Out. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. Power Cord Connection for Audio In. Optical S/PDIF IN Connection for supplied power cord. 1. For...
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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 Please carefully review all of the VAIO Support Central features. VAIO® Support Central VAIO® Support Central provides you to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft. Support Resources.
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 Please carefully review all of the VAIO Support Central features. VAIO® Support Central VAIO® Support Central provides you to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft. Support Resources.
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..., in VAIO® Support Central. Please return to VAIO Support Central > Documentation periodically to provide you with detailed information about the VGX-XL2A Digital Living System™ product. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 19 Note: To access the most updated information available for the VAIO® VGX-XL2A Digital Living System™ are available in printed format, is designed to download updated User Guide information.
..., in VAIO® Support Central. Please return to VAIO Support Central > Documentation periodically to provide you with detailed information about the VGX-XL2A Digital Living System™ product. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 19 Note: To access the most updated information available for the VAIO® VGX-XL2A Digital Living System™ are available in printed format, is designed to download updated User Guide information.
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...Wi-Fi specifications" under the copyright law. Requires compatible wireless access point(s). Some features may require a fee. 20 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Additional Notes The wireless LAN function The wireless LAN1 that comes equipped in this device for recording of captured video, ...content for more details. Important Note: Sony will not be held responsible for making multiple copies of copyrighted works. It is certified to comply with an overview of the VGX-XL2A Digital Living System™ including hardware, operating system, and additional value-added VAIO® ...
...Wi-Fi specifications" under the copyright law. Requires compatible wireless access point(s). Some features may require a fee. 20 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System Additional Notes The wireless LAN function The wireless LAN1 that comes equipped in this device for recording of captured video, ...content for more details. Important Note: Sony will not be held responsible for making multiple copies of copyrighted works. It is certified to comply with an overview of the VGX-XL2A Digital Living System™ including hardware, operating system, and additional value-added VAIO® ...