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... referred to set up a wireless LAN connection with this Network Media Receiver. • Operating Instructions (this document) Contains information on how to use the Network Media Receiver. • Quick Connection Guide Contains information on how to connect the Network Media Receiver. • Quick Start Guide Contains information on how to setup the Network Media Receiver. • How to use Windows® Media Connect Contains information on how to as Windows XP. Trademarks • VAIO, , and VAIO Media are registered trademarks of this product is prohibited...
... referred to set up a wireless LAN connection with this Network Media Receiver. • Operating Instructions (this document) Contains information on how to use the Network Media Receiver. • Quick Connection Guide Contains information on how to connect the Network Media Receiver. • Quick Start Guide Contains information on how to setup the Network Media Receiver. • How to use Windows® Media Connect Contains information on how to as Windows XP. Trademarks • VAIO, , and VAIO Media are registered trademarks of this product is prohibited...
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...10 Setup Setup overview 13 Connection between the Network Media Receiver and computer 13 Getting ready 14 1 Prepare the remote control for use . 15 Inserting the batteries 15 Programming the remote control ... 16 2 Connect the Network Media Receiver to a TV 18 3 Connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer through a network cable 21 Network cable connection .......... 21 To connect the Network Media Receiver to a network 25 Assigning a fixed IP address to the computer 27 4 Connect power 29 5 Configure wireless LAN settings .. 30 Using the software keyboard ...... 32 6 Change the...
...10 Setup Setup overview 13 Connection between the Network Media Receiver and computer 13 Getting ready 14 1 Prepare the remote control for use . 15 Inserting the batteries 15 Programming the remote control ... 16 2 Connect the Network Media Receiver to a TV 18 3 Connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer through a network cable 21 Network cable connection .......... 21 To connect the Network Media Receiver to a network 25 Assigning a fixed IP address to the computer 27 4 Connect power 29 5 Configure wireless LAN settings .. 30 Using the software keyboard ...... 32 6 Change the...
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... Settings" screen 54 Settings available on the "System Settings" screen 55 To update the firmware 55 To return the Network Media Receiver to the default settings 56 To select the TV type 56 To control the file playback method 57 To change the display language .. 57 About the Standby, STATUS and WIRELESS indicators 58 Meaning of STATUS and WIRELESS indicators during hardware diagnosis 59 Notes on Use 60 Specifications 62 Getting Help 63 Troubleshooting Power...
... Settings" screen 54 Settings available on the "System Settings" screen 55 To update the firmware 55 To return the Network Media Receiver to the default settings 56 To select the TV type 56 To control the file playback method 57 To change the display language .. 57 About the Standby, STATUS and WIRELESS indicators 58 Meaning of STATUS and WIRELESS indicators during hardware diagnosis 59 Notes on Use 60 Specifications 62 Getting Help 63 Troubleshooting Power...
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... your computer, certain operation limitations may be connected to this product: • Sony VAIO computers with Windows XP installed and VAIO Media Version 4.1 or later pre-installed • Sony VAIO computers sold after September 2002 with VAIO Media Version 2.0 pre-installed and upgraded with Windows Media Connect installed, and support for network connection to the DLNA guidelines (DLNA HNv1 compliant) • Computer running Windows XP SP2, with VAIO Media Upgrade Program 4.1 or later Note Depending on Windows Media Connect, see the...
... your computer, certain operation limitations may be connected to this product: • Sony VAIO computers with Windows XP installed and VAIO Media Version 4.1 or later pre-installed • Sony VAIO computers sold after September 2002 with VAIO Media Version 2.0 pre-installed and upgraded with Windows Media Connect installed, and support for network connection to the DLNA guidelines (DLNA HNv1 compliant) • Computer running Windows XP SP2, with VAIO Media Upgrade Program 4.1 or later Note Depending on Windows Media Connect, see the...
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... can use the boxes ❏ to check off items. ❏ Network Media Receiver (1) ❏ Remote control (1) ❏ R6 (size AA) battery (2) ❏ AC adapter (1) ❏ Power cord (1) ❏ Audio/video connection cable (1) ❏ Network cable (5 m) (1) ❏ Crossover cable (1 m) (1) ❏ Printed documentation • Quick Start Guide (1) • Quick Connection Guide (1 or 2) 1 • For users connecting the Network Media Receiver to a computer by wireless LAN (1) • How to Use Windows® Media Connect (1 or 2) 1 • Warranty (1) • End User License...
... can use the boxes ❏ to check off items. ❏ Network Media Receiver (1) ❏ Remote control (1) ❏ R6 (size AA) battery (2) ❏ AC adapter (1) ❏ Power cord (1) ❏ Audio/video connection cable (1) ❏ Network cable (5 m) (1) ❏ Crossover cable (1 m) (1) ❏ Printed documentation • Quick Start Guide (1) • Quick Connection Guide (1 or 2) 1 • For users connecting the Network Media Receiver to a computer by wireless LAN (1) • How to Use Windows® Media Connect (1 or 2) 1 • Warranty (1) • End User License...
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... a wireless LAN or a network cable is used . The default setting is to be connected to the computer through a network cable c Page 21 Connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer using a VAIO computer, the VAIO Media software must be configured. Configure settings at the computer c Page 35 The computer must be used to connect to the computer. Connect power c Page 29 Connect the supplied AC adapter to the Network Media Receiver to the requirements of the TV monitor. Change the settings of...
... a wireless LAN or a network cable is used . The default setting is to be connected to the computer through a network cable c Page 21 Connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer using a VAIO computer, the VAIO Media software must be configured. Configure settings at the computer c Page 35 The computer must be used to connect to the computer. Connect power c Page 29 Connect the supplied AC adapter to the Network Media Receiver to the requirements of the TV monitor. Change the settings of...
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... the audio/ video cable. When using an S-Video cable (not supplied), do not connect the yellow video plug of the TV. 2 Connect the Network Media Receiver to a TV Note Make sure that the power cord is not plugged into the respective connector. Insert each plug into an AC outlet when you connect the Network Media Receiver to fall. 18 Use the supplied audio/video cable to connect the Network Media Receiver to the TV. To video input 1 S-Video cable (not supplied) To S VIDEO OUT connector Audio/video cable (supplied) To AUDIO/ VIDEO OUT connectors l : Signal...
... the audio/ video cable. When using an S-Video cable (not supplied), do not connect the yellow video plug of the TV. 2 Connect the Network Media Receiver to a TV Note Make sure that the power cord is not plugged into the respective connector. Insert each plug into an AC outlet when you connect the Network Media Receiver to fall. 18 Use the supplied audio/video cable to connect the Network Media Receiver to the TV. To video input 1 S-Video cable (not supplied) To S VIDEO OUT connector Audio/video cable (supplied) To AUDIO/ VIDEO OUT connectors l : Signal...
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... TV POWER button on the remote control to turn on the TV set. 2 Use the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to set the TV to display the signal from the input to which the Network Media Receiver is connected. 3 Press the Network Media Receiver POWER button to turn the Network Media Receiver on your TV to configure the network settings. See page 12 for the location of the Network Media Receiver is no need to change the settings. The OPTIONS menu appears. 33 Depending on . screen...
... TV POWER button on the remote control to turn on the TV set. 2 Use the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to set the TV to display the signal from the input to which the Network Media Receiver is connected. 3 Press the Network Media Receiver POWER button to turn the Network Media Receiver on your TV to configure the network settings. See page 12 for the location of the Network Media Receiver is no need to change the settings. The OPTIONS menu appears. 33 Depending on . screen...
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....sony.com/ For customers in the U.S.A. Setup 7 Configure settings at the computer Configure the connected computer to enable access from the VAIO Support Web site. For details on your computer or with the Network Media Receiver is performed on your VAIO computer, and make the required settings. Notes • If a hard disk drive recovery procedure is stored. 3 Start VAIO Media Server from the VAIO Media console. For VAIO computers Start the VAIO Media Setup program installed on making settings, refer to play...
....sony.com/ For customers in the U.S.A. Setup 7 Configure settings at the computer Configure the connected computer to enable access from the VAIO Support Web site. For details on your computer or with the Network Media Receiver is performed on your VAIO computer, and make the required settings. Notes • If a hard disk drive recovery procedure is stored. 3 Start VAIO Media Server from the VAIO Media console. For VAIO computers Start the VAIO Media Setup program installed on making settings, refer to play...
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... the power cord is lit red before pressing the Network Media Receiver POWER button. 38 screen Select a server••• ServerA-VAIO MediaServer other than DLNA ServerB ServerC ServerD 1/5 SELECT :Select OPTIONS :System Settings For details on the TV. Turn on the power Turn on the computer, the TV set . 4 Use the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the input to which the Network Media Receiver is connected. 1 If the Network Media Receiver is connected...
... the power cord is lit red before pressing the Network Media Receiver POWER button. 38 screen Select a server••• ServerA-VAIO MediaServer other than DLNA ServerB ServerC ServerD 1/5 SELECT :Select OPTIONS :System Settings For details on the TV. Turn on the power Turn on the computer, the TV set . 4 Use the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the input to which the Network Media Receiver is connected. 1 If the Network Media Receiver is connected...
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... from the Network Media Receiver User Interface. Press the VIEW button on the remote control to select the desired content. 1 Use the V/v buttons to select a folder, and press the SELECT button. 2 Use the V/v buttons to music c page 46 Displaying photos c page 48 z Hints • If the content items do not fit on the operations you can select between the two modes. Select a server••• ServerA-VAIO MediaServer...
... from the Network Media Receiver User Interface. Press the VIEW button on the remote control to select the desired content. 1 Use the V/v buttons to select a folder, and press the SELECT button. 2 Use the V/v buttons to music c page 46 Displaying photos c page 48 z Hints • If the content items do not fit on the operations you can select between the two modes. Select a server••• ServerA-VAIO MediaServer...
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... a server using a TV. Watching video sources Video playback The Network Media Receiver enables you to watch video stored on the remote control. Video Server - definition video, use a network cable to connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer. To rewind or fast-forward video Press the REW or FWD button. The playback mode icon shows the rewind/fast-forward indication. To stop video playback Press the STOP button on the remote control. Switching the stereo settings During playback of the button toggles between On-Screen Display...
... a server using a TV. Watching video sources Video playback The Network Media Receiver enables you to watch video stored on the remote control. Video Server - definition video, use a network cable to connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer. To rewind or fast-forward video Press the REW or FWD button. The playback mode icon shows the rewind/fast-forward indication. To stop video playback Press the STOP button on the remote control. Switching the stereo settings During playback of the button toggles between On-Screen Display...
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... boxes. 7 Click "OK". 8 Close the "Device Manager" window, and click "OK" on . 5 Click "OK". The "Power Option Properties" windows appears on the Windows taskbar, and click "Control Panel". 2 In the "Control Panel" window, click "Performance and Maintenance", and click "Power Options". If you will not have to walk over to the computer to go into the Standby or Hibernate mode. A VAIO computer is set up by default to turn...
... boxes. 7 Click "OK". 8 Close the "Device Manager" window, and click "OK" on . 5 Click "OK". The "Power Option Properties" windows appears on the Windows taskbar, and click "Control Panel". 2 In the "Control Panel" window, click "Performance and Maintenance", and click "Power Options". If you will not have to walk over to the computer to go into the Standby or Hibernate mode. A VAIO computer is set up by default to turn...
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... Help" (page 63) to update your Network Media Receiver to the default settings. Default Settings 56 - Notes • During the update process, never disconnect the power cord or the network cable. • After the update is complete, all settings except for the IP address return to the latest version and download any problem-solving firmware updates. Settings available on firmware update procedures, refer to the instructions that accompany the downloaded tools. Playback Preference 57 High compatiblity mode Firmware Update this product...
... Help" (page 63) to update your Network Media Receiver to the default settings. Default Settings 56 - Notes • During the update process, never disconnect the power cord or the network cable. • After the update is complete, all settings except for the IP address return to the latest version and download any problem-solving firmware updates. Settings available on firmware update procedures, refer to the instructions that accompany the downloaded tools. Playback Preference 57 High compatiblity mode Firmware Update this product...
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... drive. Before inserting a disc, make sure that generates electromagnetic fields, such as speakers or televisions. - On or near equipment that the label is subject to vibration. - Notes on Use About the Network Media Receiver • Set up the Network Media Receiver and connection cables in a protected location out of the reach of children, to avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment. • Install the Network Media Receiver...
... drive. Before inserting a disc, make sure that generates electromagnetic fields, such as speakers or televisions. - On or near equipment that the label is subject to vibration. - Notes on Use About the Network Media Receiver • Set up the Network Media Receiver and connection cables in a protected location out of the reach of children, to avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment. • Install the Network Media Receiver...
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...;F)) Dimensions Approx. 215 × 33.5 × 145.5 mm (w/h/d) (8.5 × 1.4 × 5.8 inches) (excluding protruding parts) Mass Approx. 800 g (28.3 oz) Supported equipment • VAIO computer with VAIO Media Version 4.1 or later or VAIO Media Server Version 4.1 or later (preinstalled or upgraded) • Computer with DLNA HNv1 compliant software installed • Computer running Windows XP SP2, with Windows Media Connect installed, and support for network connection to change for improvements without notice.
...;F)) Dimensions Approx. 215 × 33.5 × 145.5 mm (w/h/d) (8.5 × 1.4 × 5.8 inches) (excluding protruding parts) Mass Approx. 800 g (28.3 oz) Supported equipment • VAIO computer with VAIO Media Version 4.1 or later or VAIO Media Server Version 4.1 or later (preinstalled or upgraded) • Computer with DLNA HNv1 compliant software installed • Computer running Windows XP SP2, with Windows Media Connect installed, and support for network connection to change for improvements without notice.
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... Network Media Receiver and other Sony products that work with your Network Media Receiver. For support addresses and phone numbers, refer to http://www.vaio-link.com/ 63 Advanced Features For customers in Europe ❑ VAIO-link. To contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). For customers in the United States and Canada ❑ Sony Online Support provides instant access to information on troubleshooting tips for your Network Media Receiver...
... Network Media Receiver and other Sony products that work with your Network Media Receiver. For support addresses and phone numbers, refer to http://www.vaio-link.com/ 63 Advanced Features For customers in Europe ❑ VAIO-link. To contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). For customers in the United States and Canada ❑ Sony Online Support provides instant access to information on troubleshooting tips for your Network Media Receiver...
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... (all settings except "IP address" are not dead (page 15). Remote control My remote control does not work for the network environment? (page 34) c Check whether the name of network card is used ? (page 27) • Are the hub and router receiving power? (For details, see the documentation of the respective device.) • Was the router turned on before the Network Media Receiver was turned on the "Select a server..." c Automatic...
... (all settings except "IP address" are not dead (page 15). Remote control My remote control does not work for the network environment? (page 34) c Check whether the name of network card is used ? (page 27) • Are the hub and router receiving power? (For details, see the documentation of the respective device.) • Was the router turned on before the Network Media Receiver was turned on the "Select a server..." c Automatic...
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... crossover cable being used? (page 27). • Are the hub or router, or the wireless LAN access point receiving power? (For details, see the documentation of the respective device.) • Was the router or wireless LAN access point turned on before turning on the Network Media Receiver, restart the computer. If no IP address is shown, check the following items: • If the Network Media Receiver is connected directly to...
... crossover cable being used? (page 27). • Are the hub or router, or the wireless LAN access point receiving power? (For details, see the documentation of the respective device.) • Was the router or wireless LAN access point turned on before turning on the Network Media Receiver, restart the computer. If no IP address is shown, check the following items: • If the Network Media Receiver is connected directly to...
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.... c Verify that the server software has been started on the remote control, select "Refresh", and press the SELECT button (page 40). c For video-related functions to be available, a user must be logged on to appear in "7 Configure settings at the computer c Check whether the network connections are using VAIO Media, refer to the VAIO Media Help. I can no longer connect to a single computer, is not adequate. screen c Press the OPTIONS...
.... c Verify that the server software has been started on the remote control, select "Refresh", and press the SELECT button (page 40). c For video-related functions to be available, a user must be logged on to appear in "7 Configure settings at the computer c Check whether the network connections are using VAIO Media, refer to the VAIO Media Help. I can no longer connect to a single computer, is not adequate. screen c Press the OPTIONS...