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1. Event An error occurred in the initialization of the hard disk Comment The files on the hard disk cannot be recovered This device must be recovered by using the recovery function in the hard disk or your own recovery DVDs that you have previously created Event Cannot start up from the hard disk Comment Remove any media from the memory card reader and disconnect all third party devices such as scanners printers floppy drives etc and try again If the hard disk does not start up with above process you may need to perform hard disk drive recovery See the Recovery Center Guide in Help and Support for additional infor mation on hard disk recovery Event Available hard disk space is low Comment Clean up the disk Temporary files and backup files are automatically created to make Windows processes faster so the free space on the hard disk is decreased If you clean up the disk the temporary files etc are deleted and the free space is increased Software Limitations 90 Event My software application does not launch Comment Some software applications require a minimum resolution higher than your current resolution setting Please check back to our support website at http www sony com pcsupport for software update VGX XL3 Digital Living System Event Some of my shortcuts in the start menu are not visible Comment At 480i 480p resolution the Start Menu gets cut off and some of th
2. If you are connecting to an indoor outdoor antenna system you may need to re orient the antenna for better reception TV coax 2 cable VGX XL3 Option 1 voptiona j VHF UHF RF Rear Panel a Combiner Transformer optional Antenna m system Hom T er Option 2 TV coaxial cable E a optional Antenna 300 ohm TV Tuner system Twin lead cable connector Air optional VGX XL3 Digital Living System Step 3 Connecting your Home Theater Speakers Two channel sound system If your sound system has two channels use the LINE OUT L R on the back panel of the DLS computer and the LINE IN composite audio connectors on your speakers receiver More than two channel sound system If your sound system has more than two channels use the supplied optical S PDIF cable and connect one end to the S PDIF OPTICAL OUT connector on the back panel of the DLS computer and the other end to the OPTICAL IN connector on your sound system You can also use a coaxial S PDIF connection when connecting a multi channel sound system Additional Notes An optical coaxial connection will provide a higher quality output than a composite connection Configuring software for your speaker system When using a multiple channel speaker system certain software programs require setting changes to make certain you have proper audio performance Your computer s factory default settings for audio can be changed using the Media Center Settings feature You
3. Some features may rely on Internet services which may require a fee 34 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Sony encourages you to complete the VAIO customer registration in order for us to notify you with necessary information such as security information and provide full service support to the customer who owns the VAIO product Software Setup Notes f Media Center automatically opens and you need to adjust your picture quality minimize Media Center and go to Step 7 Resolution Setup When complete return to Media Center Make sure your Internet connection is working properly Media Center Setup The first time Media Center starts you will be presented with a series of screens that will guide you through Media Center Setup Please follow all on screen instructions Media Center Wireless Network If you have an existing wireless network and you wish to add the VGX XL3 computer to the network start Media Center and from Settings go to General Media Center Setup Join Wireless Network Then follow all on screen instructions Step 7 Resolution Setup To set the resolution for your TV or monitor do the following 1 Using the pointing device on your wireless keyboard right click anywhere on the Windows desktop 2 From the menu point to or click Personalize A new menu option opens 3 Click on the Display Settings option The Display Settings window appears VGX XL3 Digital Living System 35 4 From the
4. The correct way to remove a memory card from a memory card reader varies depending upon the media reader or computer model Use care when removing a memory card to avoid damage to the reader or card Note Do not remove a media card while the media access indicator light is on The card or its data may be damaged VGX XL3 Digital Living System 13 To remove a Memory Stick media Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard SmartMedia or xD Picture Card media 1 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card 2 Pull to remove it To remove a CompactFlash media Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card yn a Pull to remove from the reader Sharing Memory Cards If you plan to share your memory card between your VAIO computer and devices such as a digital camera or music player the card must be formatted properly Follow the steps below to format your memory card 1 Format the memory card by using it in the device first See the information supplied with the device for details how to format the memory card 2 If your device does not recognize memory card that has been formatted by your computer so the following Save the card s contents to your hard disk drive Reformat the memory card using the device not your computer VGX XL3 Personal Computer Back Panel Line iN Cable Card gpongety oy Aeterna Ure OUT si Aeterna II m LR The VGX XL3 Personal Computer Back Inputs and Outputs
5. request a CableCARD contact your TV service provider You can insert the CableCARD later for activation and until then you can watch or fecord any non premium channels Ifyou have a CabieCARD insert it into the digital tuner and select Scan again or select Continue without a CableCARD to exit What do you want to do F Scan again for a CableCARD Continue without a CableCARD If prompted enter the Digital Cable product key located on the Certificate of Authenticity COA affixed to your VGX XL3 and then continue VGX XL3 Digital Living System 61 Set Up the TV Program Guide After setting up your TV signal for the first time Windows Media Center will start the Guide setup wizard You can access the wizard at any time from the Start screen To do this in Windows Media Center select Tasks gt Settings gt TV and then select Guide Select Setup Guide Listings At the Guide Setup welcome screen and then select Next Guide Set Up Your TV Program Guide elect Next to begin configuring Go to step 16 for Guide Privacy screen and continue the process from there Manual TV Signal Setup You can manually activate a TV signal for conditions where you have a TV signal from a cable set top box or standard TV signal and you have installed a digital ATSC antenna Follow these steps to configure your TV signal manually From the Windows Media Center Automatic TV Signal Setup screen you can choose to manually
6. Enter Standby The three ways to enter Standby Mode are Mode Press the Standby key on the keyboard Click Standby in the computer screen which displays when selecting Start and then clicking on 2 Press the Standby button on the remote control Return to normal operation Either press the Space key or the Standby key on the keyboard or press the power button on the front of this device Press the Standby button on the remote control Hibernation State Power Lamp Power lamp is off State Main power is turned off and the fan for the internal main power section is paused Saves the current working status to the hard disk and turns off the power for this device Enter Hibernate Mode Click Hibernate which displays when selecting Start and then clicking on gt Return to normal operation Press the Power button on the front of this device Note This device will not return to normal operation by remote control when in hibernation VGX XL3 Digital Living System 37 Summary Chapter 2 Setting Up Your VGX XL3 Digital Living System provided you with step by step instructions about setting up the DLS system including the operating software 38 VGX XL3 Digital Living System i Appendix A Wireless Local Area Network Overview The Wireless LAN removes all of the trouble of cable connections and helps to build a wireless LAN Local Area Network environment This de
7. Up Your VGX XL3 DLS System Chapter 3 Hardware Upgrades amp Maintenance Appendix A Wireless Local Area Networks Appendix B VAIO Media Software Wireless Local Area Networks Appendix C Setting Up Digital TV Appendix D Hard Disk Drive Recovery Appendix E RAID Configuration Appendix F Troubleshooting What is the VGX XL3 Digital Living System The VGX XL3 DLS system is a powerful computer designed with the livingroom and your digital entertainment needs in mind Add a CD DVD changer or other perpherial devices and it becomes the host for a state of the art home entertainment system Let the VGX XL3 DLS system lead you into the exciting world of VAIO where new technologies are established for digital content management VGX XL3 Digital Living System 1 Product Specifications VGX XL3 Personal Computer For complete hardware specifications go to VAIO Help and Support and select Product Specifications Start gt All Programs gt Help and Support Operating System Software The operating system for the VGX XL3 Digital Living System is Microsoft Windows Media Center in Windows Vista VAIO value added software provides you with additional features and PC capabilities and when teamed with Media Center provides you with an even greater entertainment value Note Even though the digital entertainment features of the VGX XL3 computer are designed to work through Media Center the features can also be accessed thro
8. When you get to the Select TV Signal Provider screen select your provider s Digital option and complete the wizard VGX XL3 Digital Living System 67 24 Windows Media Center automatically connects to the Internet to download the TV Program Guide The screen displays a status bar showing the progress of the download Guide Download TV Program Guide The Guide provides TV listings to help you find watch and record TV shows It may contain up to 14 days of TV listings at a time Status Downloading This may take a few minutes Cancel 25 When all TV Program Guide listings have been downloaded a Download Complete message displays Guide Download TV Program Guide The Guide provides TV listings to help you find watch and record TV shows It may contain up to 14 days of TV listings at a time Download complete To continue select Next Cancel 26 Select Next to continue 68 VGX XL3 Digital Living System 27 f you previously indicated you installed an over the air digital antenna the setup wizard will now test the signal strength Signal Strength Digital TV Antenna Signal Strength Using the Signal Strength meter you can adjust your Digital TV Antenna to improve reception of over the air Digital TV You may also wish to remove stations from the list that you are unable to receive Select Next to continue 28 Select Next to continue 29 This screen shows available digital TV channels and their a
9. called Tasks 1 In Media Center go to Tasks 1 From Tasks toggle to burn cd dvd Once you select burn cd dvd a series of screens appear instructing you to do the following e Insert writable media compatible with your CD or DVD recorder e Select a disc format e Name the CD DVD VGX XL3 Digital Living System 73 Browse to select the media you wish to write to disc e Review and edit your choices before writing to disc e Write to disc Create CD DVD Notes High definition content recorded through the ATSC digital TV tuner card tends to be encoded in display resolutions much higher than DVD Video When burning high definition content to DVD Video the resulting disc is no longer considered to be high definition Remember DVD Video is not and never was considered high definition Ifthe high definition content was originally encoded with a 16 9 ratio Media Center will retain that ratio so that the resulting display continues to look correct on widescreen television sets Frequently Asked Questions 74 1 What is the Digital Cable Tuner installed in my VGX XL3 The Digital Cable Tuner is a hardware device designed using standards written by the CableLabs nonprofit research and development consortium Digital Cable Tuner devices receive protected digital cable TV content using authorized CableCARDs provided by cable TV operators How is a Digital Cable Tuner different from other TV tuners When a CableCARD
10. can switch between 2 channel 6 channel or S PDIF output modes gt To change speaker settings do the following This procedure will demonstrate how to set up 5 1 surround sound speakers Your selections may differ depending on your type of speakers 1 From the Media Center Start menu select Tasks Settings General Windows Media Center Setup Set Up Your Speakers VGX XL3 Digital Living System 29 30 The Speaker Setup screen displays n Windows Media Center B Windows Media Center 3 Speaker Setup Welcome to Speaker Setup You will now configure your computer to work with your speakers During speaker setup you will Specify how many speakers you have Test your speakers A 2 Select Next Select the appropiate connection type Your selection depends on the type of cable used to connect your 5 1 surround sound speakers Select Single RCA digital for coaxial S PDIF or Toslink digital for optical S PDIF and HDMI Then select Next Windows Media Center Windows Media Cente Speaker Setup Speaker Connection Type Choose the type of cable that connects your speakers or audio receiver to your computer If you are not sure what type of cable that is look at the back panel of your computer Mini plug analog Dual RCA analog Single RCA digital Toslink digital Built in laptop Next Cancel VGX XL3 Digital Living Sys
11. cards You can use your computer s memory card readers to transfer data between digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices VGX XL3 Digital Living System Supported Memory Card Readers and Compatible Media Smart Media Secure Digital SD Compact Flash Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Pro n Tm on En ie y 4 VGX XL3 Digital Living System xD Picture Card MultiMediaCard Microdrive e2 gt Memory Stick amp About Memory Stick Media Memory Stick media are a compact portable and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible devices The following types of Memory Stick media are available but compatibility with your computer can vary MagicGate Memory Stick Media Provides copyright protection with authentication and encryption using Sony MagicGate technology Authentication ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media Protected content can be recorded and transferred in an encrypted format that prevents unauthorized duplication or playback You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Memory Stick Pro media Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high speed data transfer features when used with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices VAIO computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storag
12. configure your TV set VGX XL3 Digital Living System TV Signal Automatic TV Signal Setup Windows Media Center can automatically detect and configure your TV signal in most cases This process may take as long as five minutes depending upon your configuration How would you like to proceed Configure my TV signal automatically Recommended e will manually configure my TV signal 9 Select I will manually configure my TV signal and then select Next to continue 10 On this screen tell the wizard what type of TV signal you have Also note that if you have a standard TV signal and you have installed a digital ATSC tuner and antenna the antenna signal will be configured later in this process TV Signal Select Your TV Signal With Windows Media Center you can watch and record TV on your computer If both a standard TV signal and a Digital TV antenna are connected the Digital TV tuner will be configured later What type of standard TV signal do you receive Cable Satellite Antenna VGX XL3 Digital Living System 63 11 Select Cable and then select Next to continue 12 From this screen you tell the setup wizard if you are using a set top box supplied by your provider TV Signal Do You Have a Set top Box Sometimes TV signal is received through a controller box or set top box supplied by your TV service provider If you have a set top box the Windows Media Center remote control needs to work with it D
13. direction use a compass and this map to align your antenna for the best signal reception 6 I still have my old antenna on the roof Can I use it to pick up ATSC channels You should be able to ATSC uses the same frequencies as analog NTSC TV with an antenna You may need to adjust your roof antenna and refer to http www antennaweb org for map orientation of your local ATSC stations 7 How can l increase my signal strength In some cases a signal amplifier can be paired with the antenna to increase signal strength 8 Can ladd a splitter to split the cable If you need to split the signal use an HDTV compliant splitter of at least 5 1100Mhz Make sure that you are not getting a combiner Though combiners and splitters look very similar if not identical a combiner will not properly split the signal 9 Why can t I receive all of the channels in the MCE TV guide You might not be able to receive all channels broadcasted in your area if the antenna does not receive the appropriate range of signal on the MHz scale for digital TV channels is located near any tall buildings or hills that obstruct the line of sight to the broadcasting antenna or if you are to far away from the broadcasting signal 10 Where should check online to see the TV listings besides Windows media Center TV guide For free over the air Digital TV programming schedules visit these websites http www checkhd com or http www titantv com This complet
14. in use to save power You must press any key on the keyboard to resume the connection Also check that the batteries are working Make sure you are within range of the computer recommended under 15ft Event My keyboard works but not the touchpad or vice versa Comment 1 Verify that the keyboard power switch is on and that the pointing device power switch on the back of the keyboard is on VGX XL3 Digital Living System 87 88 2 Re connect the keyboard touchpad to the VGX XL3 computer by pressing the Connect buttons on the back of the keyboard and the front panel of VGX XL3 at the same time and hold for a few seconds Event Don t know how to enter text using the VAIO Remote Control Comment Refer to the Media Center User Guide for Windows Vista Event Cannot enter text when press the keys on the keyboard Comment Make sure that the Num Lock indicator on the upper right keyboard is not displayed Make sure the power switch is ON for the keyboard Checkthe battery level on the keyboard display Make sure you are within range of the computer recommended under 15ft Event Cannot use the keyboard Comment Reponse methods vary depending on the reason the keyboard is not able to be used Confirm the following and follow the procedures below Usage environment The distance between this machine and the keyboard must be within about 10m If metal is near the keyboard communication c
15. s in a windowed screen and a window or a balloon pops up in the taskbar You can close the pop up window in the task bar or maximize the MCE screen Event Colors on the screen are not displayed clearly Comment Turn off the power and then restart the VGX XL3 computer Checkthe other inputs on your display to make sure the display is working properly VGX XL3 Digital Living System 85 86 Event The screen is frozen Comment Verify the keyboard is turned on the battery level is sufficient and the key board is connected to the PC antenna icon on the keyboard display Restart this device according to the following procedure Hold down the Ctrl key and the Alt key and press Delete The Windows Task Manager screen displays Select the software application that displays as Not responding in the Windows Task Manager screen and click End Task Click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu After the power to the VGX XL3 computer has been off approximately 30 seconds turn the power on again Note If this device does not restart by following the above procedures turn off the power by holding the power button of this device for more than 6 seconds The power lamp turns off when the power is off When the power lamp is on orange turn off the power again by holding the power button for at least four seconds Files you are creating or editing may not be usable using this method to turn off the power to the VGX XL3 compu
16. the front panel locate the appropriate reader s for the memory card s you want to use 2 Insert the memory card into the reader in the direction indicated of the arrow on the media Do not force the card into the reader Note If the memory card does not go in easily gently remove the card and verify you are entering the card in the proper direction To Protect data on Memory Stick Media Some Memory Stick media are equipped with a write protect tab The write protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your Memory Stick media When you slide the write protect tab to the LOCK position your Memory Stick media is write protected You cannot delete copy or save information on the media while the write protect tab in the LOCK position When you slide the tab to the un LOCK position you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media s contents Locking the Memory Stick If your computer stops recognizing your Memory Stick media you may have removed the media from the Memory Stick drive before the data access process completed If this occurs follow these steps 1 Remove the Memory Stick media from the slot 2 Shutdown your computer closing any open software programs and then turn your computer off 3 Wait approximately 30 seconds and then restart your computer Your computer recognizes the Memory Stick media when you insert it into the Memory Stick slot again Removing a Memory Card
17. to bypass this section select am finished Optional Setup If you want to customize Windows Media Center select from the list e Configure tuners TV signal and Guide Optimize how Windows Media Center looks on your display Set up your speakers Set up your Music Pictures and Videos Libraries tam finished VGX XL3 Digital Living System 57 7 Select Configure tuners TV signal and Guide and then select Next Important Information about your TV connection and signal The next few pages will guide you through steps for setting up your cable tuner to receive a TV signal digital and analog Before continuing read the following information The VGX XL3 digital tuner with a CableCARD M enables you to watch and record high definition TV and premium digital cable channels If you are a cable user and want to use a CableCARD for accessing TV signals you will need to contact your cable TV provider to order a CableCARD A CableCARD is a security card that fits in the slot on the digital cable tuner included with your VGX XL3 and decodes the encrypted digital TV content that your TV provider delivers through the coaxial cable to your home If you do not have a CableCARD you can still use your VGX XL3 cable tuner to tune authorized digital channels The steps on the following pages configure your cable tuner to receive a non premium network cable signal an NTSC analog cable signal or an ATSC over the air signal f you are a
18. 14 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Line IN L R Connection for an external audio device Cable Card Slot Connection for a cable card supplied by your cable service provider ATSC Digital TV Antenna VHF UHF or Antenna Cable Connection for over the air digital antenna connection for cable provider or external analog UHF VHF antenna Line OUT L R Connection for an external audio device HDMI Connection for HDMI cable for high definition video and or sound for TV Ethernet 10 100 1000baseT Connection for a 10BASE T 100BASE TX 1000BASE T Ethernet The port marked with the Network symbol is for LAN connections only USB 2 0 x2 Universal Serial Bus Connects to a device which supports the USB standard The connector supports the USB 2 0 standard and can also be connected to a device which supports the USB 1 1 standard Optical S PDIF IN Connection for Audio In i LINK x2 Your VAIO computer is equipped with one 4 pin front panel and two 6 pin back panel i LINK ports A 4 pin i LINK port cannot supply power to a connected i LINK device A 6 pin i LINK port can supply power 10V to 12V to a connected i LINK device if the device is equipped with a 6 pin connector Optical S PDIF OUT amp Coaxial S PDIF OUT Connections for Audio Out Wireless LAN Antenna Connection for the supplied Wireless LAN Antenna VGX XL3 Digital Living System 15 16 Infrared Transmitter OUT x2 Controls
19. 80 pixels in size more than six times the display resolution of the analog standard However a host of different image sizes are supported so up to six standard definition virtual channels can be carried in a single broadcast ATSC also boasts theater quality audio because it uses the Dolby Digital AC 3 format to provide 5 1 surround sound Numerous auxiliary data services can also be provided VGX XL3 Digital Living System 27 28 Refer to Appendix C for setting up digital TV functionality using Microsoft Media Center Connecting to a Standard Antenna air System You can connect your computer to an indoor outdoor antenna system using Option 1 or 2 from the previous section Connecting to standard cable access CATV The antenna system in your home may require a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer optional to connect your computer and the indoor outdoor antenna system Option 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable not included to your antenna outlet Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer optional Connect a second TV coaxial cable not included from the combiner transformer to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of the VGX XL3 Computer Option 2 Connect both ends of the antenna s twin lead cable to the screw type grips on the combiner transformer Connect the TV coaxial cable not included from the combiner transformer to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer
20. CTRONIC PROGRAMMING GUIDE TERMS OF SERVICE Version 3 0 The Microsoft software product identified above agree 1of 68 w I do not agree VGX XL3 Digital Living System 65 18 Your ZIP Code is used to determine the correct Guide listings for your area Guide Enter Your ZIP Code Windows Media Center uses your ZIP code to determine which TV Program Guide listings are available for your region Example 98052 Cancel 19 Enter your Zip Code in the box as indicated by the example and then select Next to continue 20 Information about your local TV provider is now needed Guide Download Provider Information Information about local TV signal providers needs to be downloaded Status Connecting to the Internet Cancel 21 The setup wizard will automatically connect to the Internet and download this information 66 VGX XL3 Digital Living System 22 The screen displays a list of local providers in your area Guide Select TV Signal Provider Select San Diego Cox Comm South County 23 Select your provider from the list and then select Next to continue Note If you have installed a digital antenna to the ATSC digital tuner in your VGX XL3 you can download TV Guide program information for available digital high definition channels in your local area To do so go to the Windows Media Center Tasks menu and select Settings TV Set Up Guide Listings and complete the Set up Guide Listings Wizard
21. Click TV One of the following windows appears fthere are other TV servers that can stream analog input on your network VAIO Media software displays them on the server list Click to select the computer equipped with Media Center from the server list f your computer is the only TV server on the network that can stream analog input then playback begins If the playback window is empty click Select Channel VAIO Media soft ware assigns a channel to each A V input jack You may need to change the channel to view the video The Channel list window appears Click to change the channel Summary This appendix covered VAIO Media software included with your VGX XL3 computer for wireless or wired LAN installations VGX XL3 Digital Living System 51 52 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Appendix C Setting Up Digital TV This appendix guides you through the basic steps to use in Microsoft Media Center in Windows Vista for setting up the digital TV tuner in your VGX XL3 Digital Living System and also takes you through the steps for setting up the required components such as the internet connection for your computer and then using MCE for setting up TV stations for Digital TV You can also refer to the Media Center User Guide for Windows Vista located online in your VGX XL3 in VAIO Help and Support for detailed instructions Advantages of Digital TV with Media Center Some advantages of Digital TV using Media Center
22. Customer Experience Improvement Program and help improve Microsoft software and services If you choose to join your computer will periodically send Microsoft anonymous reports about Windows Media Center s performance Yes I d like to join No thank you View the privacy statement online Cancel 5 From the Enhanced Playback screen you have the option of selecting to connect to the internet and downloading additional media information Enhanced Playback Get the Most from Windows Media Center Windows Media Center can connect to the Internet to get cover art for albums and DVDs music and movie information TV Program Guide listings to schedule recordings and Internet Services Read our privacy statement to learn more Online Windows Media Center Privacy Statement Do you want to periodically connect to the Internet to download this content to improve your Windows Media Center experience e Yes No Cancel On the Enhanced Playback screen select Yes and then click Next 56 VGX XL3 Digital Living System The required components section for setting up Media Center has been completed Required Components Have Been Set Up You have answered all the necessary questions and successfully set up the following Windows Media Center components Enhanced Playback Cancet 6 Click Next to continue Optional Components You are now ready to begin the Optional Setup section for Media Center setup If you wish
23. IGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES Sony Electronics Inc reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the informa tion contained herein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement ImageStation ATRACS and i LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties Use of such soft ware is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States Software specifi cations are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions Certain product s included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology USE OF THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT S REQUIRES AGREEMENT TO APPLICABLE END USER AGREEMENTS AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES Product activation procedures and pri vacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the software product s or upon certain rein stallations of the software product s or reconfigurations of the computer and may be completed by Internet or telephone toll charges may apply Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge Subscriptions to online service providers may requ
24. KAT OS ANS 5 2n 999 2 Usethe arrow buttons to move to a specific location the OK button to make your selection BS nik Bes 3 Volume Controls are on the left press to increase or to decrease and Channel Page on the right of the MUTE button The MUTE button is provided to suppress sound 4 Open the following screens RECORDED TV GUIDE LIVE TV DVD MENU DVD MENU is available only when Media Center is active 7 OG GEE 3 l Ci rE 5 Use these buttons to change channels and enter text or numbers in a specific location 6 Use the APPLICATION SELECT button to switch among open applications this button works the same as Alt Tab keys on the keyboard To close the active application window select the APPLICATION CLOSE button 6 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Insert the Batteries On the back of the remote control remove the battery compartment cover and insert two 2 Sony Super Manganese Alkaline batteries supplied in the battery compartment Replace the battery compartment cover Note When using the VAIO remote control remember to point the remote at the VGX XL3 personal computer not at the TV or monitor About the Keyboard and Remote Control Batteries When replacing batteries the remote and keyboard will use any alkaline batteries Please use the same kind of new batteries from the same manufacturer Mixing new batteries and used batteries and
25. O Media Server The network client computers can access these video files Note A DIVX encoder program must be installed on your computer to enable playback of files in DIVX format Still image files Supporting picture files in JPEG GIF BMP PNG and TIFF formats Still images can be placed in folders and registered to the VAIO Media Server The network client computers can access these network files Analog stream VAIO computers equipped with Media Center can stream an analog signal from a connected analog device such as a VCR through the TV server VGX XL3 Digital Living System About Microsoft Windows Media Center in Windows Vista Your new VAIO computer has the Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium operating system installed that contains Media Center functionality When you start the Media Center software program for the first time the Media Center setup process starts Adjust the default settings before opening VAIO Media software on client and server computers See the Media Center User Guide for Windows Vista included on your PC in Help and Support and from this user guide Chapter 1 Getting Started the section titled Microsoft Windows Media Center in Windows Vista for additional information about setting up Media Center and its features VAIO Media Software System Requirements You can open VAIO Media software on the server computer s register client computers to the server s and then shar
26. UNIO SONY VAIO VGX XL3 Disclaimers Notes Warnings NOTICE 2006 Sony Electronics Inc Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is pro hibited All rights reserved This manual and the software described herein in whole or in part may not be reproduced translated or reduced to any machinereadable form without prior written approval SONY ELECTRONICS INC PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL THE SOFTWARE OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT OR OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF YOUR ACCESS TO USE OF OR BROWSING IN ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE OR YOUR DOWNLOADING OF ANY MATERIALS DATA TEXT IMAGES VIDEO OR AUDIO FROM ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE COPIES OF COPYR
27. VCR Cable or Satellite Set top box and other devices in MCE One infrared transmitter is supplied Component Video OUT 480i 480p 720p 1 080i Connections for Video Out Power Cord Connection for supplied power cord 1 i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product con tains an IEEE1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depend ing on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an i LINK connection for information on compatibility operating conditions and proper connection For information on any Sony device having an i LINK connection contact Sony at 1 800 686 7669 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Support Resources VAIO Help and Support VAIO Help and Support provides you with a single location for all of your support needs and allows you to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft Keep your VAIO computer s system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update Note You must be connected to the Internet to access some of the VAIO Help and Support features Please carefully review all support options in VAIO Help and Support VGX XL3 Digital Living System 17 To access VAIO Help and Support Using your wireless keyboard w integrate
28. ard may be affected It s best to maintain a clear line of sight between the keyboard and computer for maximum distance The keyboard operates at 2 4 GHz If a wireless device which uses the same 2 4 GHz such as a wireless LAN is used nearby it may not operate properly Power ON Make sure the Power switch on the keyboard is turned on When you are not using the keyboard turn off the power to preserve the batteries VGX XL3 Digital Living System Event Check whether keys such as Caps Lock and NumLk are enabled Comment You can check with the various indicators on the upper right of the keyboard Event Cannot use the pointing device Comment Make sure your pointing device is not disabled Refer to the Setting up the Keyboard topic in Chapter 1 of this guide Event want to disable the pointing device Comment Turn the Pointing Device switch on the back side of the keyboard to OFF Optical Drive Event Cannot use 8cm discs in my VGX XL3 computer s optical drive Comment The drive only accepts 12cm discs Use the included 8cm to 12cm adapter before inserting into the computer optical drive Do not insert the 8cm disc directly or the disc may become stuck and not eject Event Cannot write to the 8cm disc with the 8cm disc adapter Comment The 8cm disc adapter included can be used to insert 8cm discs but the disc can only be read and not written to VGX XL3 Digital Living System 89 Hard Disk
29. are VGX XL3 Digital Living System Screen Resolution Screen resolutions of more six times that of traditional analog programming super sharp images Screen Aspect Ratio 16 9 aspect ratio provides a widescreen picture for a more theater like experience Dolby Digital Support Up to six channels of sound can be encoded into an ATSC OTA Over The Air broadcast or digital cable TV Digital Signal No more snowy picture or ghost images Cost Hardware needed to receive ATSC Over The Air OTA TV broadcasts can be inexpensive Antennas can be indoor rabbit ears or fish bone type or outdoor roof poll chimney mounted type Note For the best viewing results it is recommended to place the outdoor antenna as high as possible 53 Appreciated by All A HDTV set is not necessary to see the difference between an analog broadcast and a HD broadcast Converting HD Content to DVD Video Media Center can back up recorded TV HD content to DVD and make DVD Video discs of your recorded TV shows If the show was originally broadcast in a 16 9 widescreen aspect ratio Media Center will retain that ratio Disadvantages of Digital TV with Media Center You either get it or you don t If you live in an area that blocks the broadcast signal your DTV tuner may not be able to receive all or any DTV ATSC stations DVD Video is not high definition A common misconception is that DVD Video is high definition It is not When Media Cen
30. are the fun and memories with your family and friends VAIO Media Software Overview VAIO Media Software System Requirements e Setting Up a Client Computer Preparing Your Multimedia Content Starting VAIO Media Console Using VAIO Media Using an Analog Device for Video Playback Overview VAIO Media software makes it possible to share music video and photos with other VAIO computers on your wired or wireless network Set up one or more computers on your network as media servers and install the VAIO Media client software on the other computers The computers with the VAIO Media client software installed can access multimedia content stored on the VAIO Media server computers VGX XL3 Digital Living System 43 VAIO Computer Network The VAIO computer that is designated as the media server can store and deliver 44 Music files Supporting music files in MP3 WAV OpenMG ATRAC3 and WMA formats Use SonicStage or SonicStage Mastering Studio software to create music playlists to share on your network Music files in MP3 WAV and WMA formats can be placed in folders and registered to the VAIO Media Server The network s client computers can access these music files Video files Supporting Video Capsule files created by Giga Pocket software and TV programs recorded with Media Center Video files in DV AVI MPEG MPEG2 DIVX and WMV formats can be placed in folders and registered to the VAI
31. arts To configure client and server access Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then point to All Programs VAIO Media Server Administration and click VAIO Media Console The VAIO Media Console software window appears Follow the on screen instructions and the online Help of the VAIO Media Console application for information on how to use the software To make additional content available to the network After creating additional playlists recorded TV programs or other video content you can make them available to client computers on your network 1 Create or add new content such as playlists recorded TV programs and still images to registered folders 2 Close VAIO Media software if it is running 3 Refresh the VAIO Media software Information about the new content is updated when the server software starts again Note When you stop and restart the server it displays new connections and refreshes the content on the network computers VGX XL3 Digital Living System 49 Using VAIO Media VAIO Media uses your network servers to view images and video or listen to music To use VAIO Media Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then point to All Programs VAIO Media and then click VAIO Media The VAIO Media Main Menu window appears Click the type of content you want to view or listen to Music Photo Video or TV VAIO Media software searches for an available VAIO Media computer on your networ
32. be turned off Event Sometimes when the power is turned on a message is displayed and Windows does not load Comment Remove any third party USB devices including floppy drives and printers When Bad CMOS Checksum is displayed the battery needs to be replaced due to the draining of the battery in this device Please contact the VAIO Customer Support for replacing the battery When CMOS Checksum Error is displayed the BIOS configuration con tents may be damaged VGX XL3 Digital Living System 83 84 4 To return the BIOS to the original configuration perform the following steps Press the power button and when the VAIO logo is displayed on the screen press the F2 key on the keyboard The BIOS setup menu runs and the BIOS SETUP UTILITY screen is displayed Press the F5 key The message Load Setup Defaults displays Press the Left Arrow or Right Arrow key and select OK then press the Enter key All the configuration items return to the original configuration Press the F10 key Save and Exit The message Save configuration changes and exit now is displayed Press the Left Arrow or Right Arrow key and select OK then press the Enter key The changed configuration is saved the BIOS setup menu ends and Windows Vista starts Event How do know if the battery level of the keyboard is sufficient Comment The level of the batteries in the keyboard can be checked using the battery indicator locate
33. cable user and do not have a set top box connect the cable from your wall to the cable tuner on your VGX XL3 You can watch and or record TV directly from Media Center and take advantage of the Media Center features If you are a cable user with a set top box connect the cable from your wall to the set top box and the cable from the set top box to the cable tuner on your VGX XL3 You can view TV directly from the set top box or from Media Center e If you connected an ATSC antenna to the cable tuner on your VGX XL3 you can receive over the air high definition signals if your antenna is within distance of local broadcasts and free of interference High Definition Note Media Center currently supports free ATSC over the air high definition television signals and subscription based high definition service To receive subscription based high definition service including premium programming you must subscribe to a supported digital cable TV package For more information about digital cable subscription based services contact your local cable TV provider Ready to begin You are now ready to begin setting up your TV to work with Windows Media Center Windows Media Center recognizes the internal cable TV tuner and presents you with the appropriate wizard series of screens for each type of tuner Read each screen carefully and follow the instructions for setting up the TV tuner VGX XL3 Digital Living System Using MCE to Set Up Di
34. computer is on but there is no display on the screen Comment Make sure the proper input for the display unit TV DVI monitor is selected Please confirm that the display unit TV DVI monitor power is turned on When connecting to a TV confirm that your TV supports either 720p or 1080i resolutions VGX XL3 Digital Living System If nothing is displayed on the screen after a time please follow the procedures below Make sure the VGX XL3 computer is connected to the TV proper input Hold the power button of this device for at least six seconds make sure the power lamp turns off and then turn the power on again f nothing is displayed after the above operation hold the power button of this device again for at least six seconds make sure that the power lamp turns off then remove all cables connected to this device and re connect after waiting five minutes and then turn the power on again Event Unable to shutdown the VGX XL3 computer Comment Methods vary depending on the conditions when the power will not turn off Confirm the following and follow the procedures below Quit all software you are using then try to turn off the power again e If peripheral devices such as printers or USB devices etc are connected or if a network is used make sure that they are not connected and then turn off the power Somtimes when Windows is communicating with a peripheral device or network the power can t
35. cover Activate Wireless Keyboard Communication Before using the keyboard you must activate communications between the DLS computer and the wireless keyboard w integrated pointing device To activate wireless keyboard communications Make sure there are no obstructions between the VGX XL3 computer and the wireless keyboard when activating communications 1 On the front of the keyboard slide the Power switch to On 2 On the back of the keyboard slide the Point Device switch to On 3 On the back of the keyboard and the front panel of the VGX XL3 computer press the connect buttons simultaneously and hold for a few seconds 4 Test the keyboard and the pointing device to make sure both are functioning properly VGX XL3 Digital Living System 5 VAIO Remote Control For detailed information on the VAIO Remote Control go to Chapter 1 in the Media Center User Guide for Windows Vista document located on your computer in VAIO Help and Support Setting Up the Remote Control 1 Use the START button large green button to open Media Center Press STANDBY small green button to place your computer in Standby mode Control the playback for your media TV MUSIC VIDEOS and ends a slide show Buttons include STOP PAUSE FWD SKIP REPLAY REWIND and RECORD The right arrow button serves as a PLAY button Press the BACK lt button to go to the previous screen and the MORE i button to view additional information qe
36. cting Library Setup from the menu Then follow the on screen instructions VGX XL3 Digital Living System 71 37 From Media Center you can add folders to watch or stop watching folders Library Setup Music Pictures and Videos Folders Windows Media Center watches your Music Pictures and Videos folder for media files You can tell Windows Media Center to watch other folders or stop watching a folder What do you want to do f Add folder to watch top watching a folder 38 Complete the Library Setup wizard Please follow the on screen instructions Select Next to continue You Are Done Select Finish to start using Windows Media Center 39 Select Finish to return to the Media Center Start menu This completes the Windows Media Setup Wizard Once you have completed the Windows Media Center Setup Wizard you should take the time to explore all of the Windows Media Center setting menus As you explore these menu you will find settings options that will greatly enhance your digital media experience in Windows Media Center To locate these menus go to the Windows Media Center Start menu and select Tasks then Settings 72 VGX XL3 Digital Living System 40 From the Signal Strength screen click Finish if you are satisfied with the selected channel signal strength and exit Click Back to return to the Windows Media Center signal strength meter Activating a CableCARD Installing and activating a CablICARD typically req
37. d on the upper right portion of the keyboard Note Turn off the power to the keyboard when you replace the batteries for the keyboard Event Windows operation becomes unstable Comment Quit the software you are using and restart the VGX XL3 computer If this device doesn t restart turn the power off by holding the power button of this device for at least six seconds The power lamp turns off when the power is off If the power lamp does not turn off and blinks in orange standby mode try to turn off the power again by holding the power button for at least sx seconds However the file you are creating or editing may not be usable if you turn off the power using this method VGX XL3 Digital Living System Password Event Unable to log on to Microsoft Windows Vista operating system Comment The password is case sensitive Confirm the password and re enter If there is an account that was created by a user with administrative privileges change the password from a Computer Administrator account other than that of the user who forgot the password Screen Display Event My display distorts for a few seconds while system starts up or resumes from standby hibernation Comment This is normal The display may distort for a few seconds while system starts up restarts resumes from standby hibernation when connected to a TV Event My MCE screen flickers sometimes Comment The MCE screen will flicker when it
38. d pointing device select the Windows Start button From the Start menu select All Programs From the All Programs menu select VAIO Help and Support Note To access the most updated information available for the VGX XL3 Digital Living System periodically go to VAIO Help and Support gt Manuals and Specifications and select the VGX XL3 User Guide This guide will updated on an ongoing basis for your convenience Documentation The following support documents for the VAIO VGX XL3 Digital Living System are available in VAIO Help and Support Online User Guide The online user guide is designed to provide you with detailed information about the VGX XL3 Digital Living System product Note The Online User Guide will be updated on an ongoing basis for your convenience Please return to VAIO Help and Support gt Manuals and Specifications periodically to download updated User Guide information Online Media Center User Guide The online user guide is designed to provide you with detailed information about how to use your VGX XL3 Digital Living System with Microsoft Media Center in Windows Vista Also see Appendix C in the User Guide for Media Center setup information Online VAIO Recovery Center User Guide The online user guide is designed to provide you with detailed information about how to to restore your VGX XL3 Digital Living System to the original factory settings and reinstall specific factory installed software applicati
39. e multimedia content between the network computers Server requirements The VAIO Media server requires VAIO computers running Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium operating system Connect the server and client computers through a wired network with eth ernet cables or a wireless local area network WLAN Client requirements All client computers must be VAIO computers running Microsoft XP Windows Vista Home Premium or Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate operating systems VAIO Media software is not supported by other computers or environments All client computers must be connected to the same network with a server using a router ethernet cables or a wireless LAN Configure each client to use a router or an access point on the network All client computers must have VAIO Media software version 2 0 or later installed before attempting to register VGX XL3 Digital Living System 45 Network requirements The VAIO Media software network must meet one of the following network requirements Use the Ethernet capability that is built into the VAIO computer 10BASET 100BASE TX 1000BASE T Use a wireless LAN interface IEEE 802 11a recommended for music image and video files IEEE 802 11g recommended for music image and video files IEEE 802 11b recommended for music and images files Note IEEE 802 11b is not recommended for video files due to bandwidth constraints Setting Up a Client Compute
40. e purposes only High speed data transfer and MagicGate technology features such as authentication and encryption may not be available You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Memory Stick Pro Duo media Provides the same features and benefits of Memory Stick PRO media in a form that is 1 3 smaller in size Memory Stick media Provides data storage only The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high speed data transfer You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Memory Stick Duo media Provides the same features and benefits of MagicGate Memory Stick media in a form that is 1 3 smaller in size Compatibility between software programs and Memory Stick media formats may vary At this time Sony suggests using only MagicGate Memory Stick media to store and transfer any data created with SonicStage software Visit the Sony online support Web site at http Awww sony com pcsupport regularly for the latest information on Memory Stick media Note Memory Stick media do not support AVI file playback directly from the media Copy the video file to your hard disk drive and then play back the file VGX XL3 Digital Living System Inserting a Memory Card The memory card reader s are located behind a protective cover on the front of the computer To access the Memory Card Readers flip the front cover down l To insert Memory Cards 1 From
41. e shortcuts are not visible You can switch the Start Menu to Classic Start Menu will help alleviate this but not complete resolve the issue For the best experience it is recommended to connect the VGX XL3 to a high definition TV or computer monitor MCE Starting Up Event MCE appears to be unresponsive after boot up Comment Even though MCE is launched there are still other programs in the background that have not finished loading as well as other MCE processes that need to load as well MCE Live TV Issues Event Can the VGX XL3 computer support High Definition broadcast stations Comment The VGX XL3 TV supports HD broadcast stations via over the air ATSC content and cable access using a CableCARD M Sound Issues Event The sound coming from HDMI or S PDIF does not work Comment Check the Sound Reality Control Panel Right click the speaker icon in the Notification Area and select Playback Device Make sure the appropriate boxes HDMI or S PDIF are checked Go to Chapter 2 Setting Up the VGX XL3 System Step 3 Connecting Your Home Theater Speakers VGX XL3 Digital Living System 91 Wireless LAN 92 Event Cannot use the wireless LAN Comment Make sure that the wireless LAN function set up correctly and is turned on Refer to the Appendix A Wireless Local Area Network in this guide Event This device can t communicate with the wireless LAN access point can t access the Internet Comm
42. e the Wireless LAN option for the VGX XL3 device is turned ON Note By default the Wireless Connection function should be ON shown by the green wireless connection utility icon in the taskbar notification area If not click on the white wireless connection utility icon in the taskbar notification area and enable the Wireless LAN function s Select the Connect To item from the Windows Start menu The Connect to a Network window appears The window lists various things you can connect to The wireless networks broadcasting within range of your VGX XL3 are shown in the Wireless Network Connection area Choose a network from the list to highlight it VGX XL3 Digital Living System 4 Click Connect An attempt to connect to the network is made You may see a warning telling you that the network is unsecured This message is common for certain free wireless networks that don t require a password for connection Click the Connect Anyway option to proceed Communicate Using Ad Hoc Mode Wireless Ad Hoc Connection If Ad Hoc mode is used connecting directly to another computer the wireless LAN devices can directly connect to each other without a wireless LAN access point Set the first computer to Ad hoc mode and then connect the other computers to the first computer To create an Ad Hoc network 1 The Wireless Connection function should be ON as shown by the green wireless connection utility icon in the taskbar notification area If no
43. ent e Check the items in Can t use the wireless LAN above Make sure that the power is turned on to the wireless LAN access point Checkthe settings for the wireless LAN access point Refer to the Appendix A Wireless Local Area Network in this guide Checkifthis device and the wireless LAN access point are connected Refer to the Appendix A Wireless Local Area Network in this guide The communication distance between the devices varies depending on the actual distance between the communication devices the surrounding environment such as obstacles the equipment configuration the radio wave condition the presence of walls materials and software used etc Move the location of this device or the wireless LAN antenna for this device or bring both communication devices closer together Check if the wireless LAN access point displays in the Choose a wireless network list on the Wireless Network Connection screen Event Can t play video or audio received through the wireless LAN Stuttering is occuring or the communication speed is slow Comment Change the environment for receiving the signal by changing the location of this device or bringing it closer to the wireless LAN device VGX XL3 Digital Living System The communication speed for the wireless LAN or the communication con ditions vary depending on the actual distance between the communication devices the surrounding environment such as obstacles the equipme
44. es the Setting Up Digital TV Appendix If you still have unanswered questions go to VAIO Help and Support and select a support option VGX XL3 Digital Living System 75 76 VGX XL3 Digital Living System VAIO Appendix D Hard Disk Drive Recovery Overview The VAIO Recovery Center contains various types of tools or programs to help you manage and maintain your Sony VGX XL3 Digital Living System The tools provide options to restore your computer to the original factory settings reinstall specific factory installed software applications and drivers and assist in the configuration of RAID arrays for your hard disk This appendix provides some general introductory type information on the VAIO Recovery Center For detailed information on VAIO Recovery Center see the VAIO Recovery Center User Guide located online in VAIO Help and Support The following list of topics are contained in the VAIO Recovery Center User Guide VAIO Hardware Diagnostics Reinstall Programs or Drivers Restore C Drive Restore Complete System Create Recovery Discs Wipe and Erase Data Rescue Data Windows Backup and Restore This is a Windows tool that is available to you in the VAIO Recovery Center VGX XL3 Digital Living System 77 Before you begin 78 Due to the resolution constraints from using Component Video on some standard definition TVs if there is a need to recover your hard disk drive to its original out of the box state Sony reco
45. ess CATV Note to CATV System Insialler Follow the 820 93 section of the National Electric Code which provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specify that the coaxial cable shield is connected to the grounding of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Option 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable not included to your cable service access Connect the other end of the TV coaxial cable to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer TV coaxial cable VHF UHF optional port B as service wall outlet Option 2 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable to your cable service access Connect the other end to the single connection side of a splitter adapter Connect a second TV coaxial cable not included to the double connection side of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer Connect a third TV coaxial cable not included to the double connection side of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the back of your TV monitor or display VGX XL3 Digital Living System TV coaxial cable TV coaxial cable TV Tuner optional optional connector Splitter d ional E i VGX XL3 Rear Panel ons service wall outlet TV coaxial cable optiona X VHF UHF port Connecting a CableCARD You can connect a your VGX XL3 to a cable subscription service requiring a Cab
46. ferred or moved with the power on Do not tip or hit this device Even a small impact or vibration may cause some damage to your hard disk Do not set up where it is not secure Do not place an object over the ventilation holes e If the VGX XL3 computer is placed in an enclosed entertainment cabinet make sure there is sufficient airflow VGX XL3 Digital Living System 21 Step 1 Connecting the VGX XL3 Computer and a CD DVD Changer Recorder If you have purchased a Sony VGP XL1B3 changer connecting the changer to the computer is a simple process requiring only a single cable Using the supplied i LINK cable connect the end without the node to an i LINK9 connector on the back panel of the XL3 computer and the end with the node to an i LINK connector on the back panel of the changer Use the supplied disc that comes with the VGP XL1B3 changer to install and load the operating software updates for proper operation with the VGP XL1B3 Step 2 Connecting your TV 22 You can receive analog and digital TV signal transmissions using with the following connections HDMI Connector If your TV has a HDMI connector use the supplied HDMI cable and connect one end to your TV and the other end to the HDMI connector on the back panel of the DLS computer DVI D Connector If your TV has a DVI connector use the supplied HDMI cable and the HDMI to DVI D adapter Insert the adapter into the TV monitor Then using t
47. gital TV 1 On this screen make sure the country you reside in displays as the current region TV Signal Confirm Your Region The region you select is used to configure your computer for local television services Region United States Is this the correct region e Yes use this region to configure TV services No want to select a different region 2 Select Yes if the Region is correct Select No to select a different region When complete select Next to continue 3 The Download TV Setp Options downloads the most up to date TV setup options for your region Once completed the screen changes to Automatic TV Signal Setup TV Signal Download TV Setup Options Windows Media Center is downloading the most up to date TV setup options for your region VGX XL3 Digital Living System 59 60 Automatic TV Signal Setup for CableCARD Use The following steps allow Windows Media Center to automatically activate a TV signal for the first time without a CableCARD Follow these steps and then see Activate a CableCARD section later in this appendix if you plan to use a CableCARD Note Optionally you can have Windows Media Center configure a TV signal manually You may want to do this if you have a TV signal from a cable set top box or standard TV signal and you have installed a digital ATSC antenna These steps will be discussed later in this process see step 8 From the Automatic TV Signal Setup screen you can cho
48. he supplied HDMI cable connect one end of the cable to the adapter and the other end to the HDMI connector on the back panel of the VGX XL3 computer Component Connectors Y Pb Pr If your TV has component connectors use a component video cable not supplied and connect one end to the corresponding video outputs on your TV 1 i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product con tains an IEEE1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an i LINK connection for information on compatibility operating conditions and proper connection VGX XL3 Digital Living System and on the back panel of the VGX XL3 computer In this type of connection there will be separate audio connections Additional Notes If your TV has a HDMI connector and a DVI connector Sony recommends using the HDMI connector The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals You cannot use HDMI and Component Video connections at the same time e f device drivers other than the ones provided by Sony are used the image may not be displayed and the audio may not be heard Always use the device drivers provided by Sony for any updates You can connect the HDMI to an A V receiver amp and audio wil
49. his setting works with Dolby Digital and DTS encoded surround soundtracks Note Do not select DTS Audio as that setting only outputs 2 channel sound In the Sample Rates section select a value that your A V receiver or sound decoder device can handle A value of 48 0 KHz is usually a good default setting Click the Apply and then OK Step 4 Connecting to the Internet and Existing Wireless Network 32 Wired Network Use an RJ 45 cable Connect one end to the Ethernet connector on the rear panel of the VGX XL3 and the other end to your cable or DSL modem router Start Media Center and from Tasks gt Settings go to General gt Windows Media Center Setup gt Set Up Internet Connection Then follow the on Screen instructions VGX XL3 Digital Living System Wireless Network Connect the WLAN antenna included to the connector on the back panel of the VGX XL3 computer E For better reception if needed you may mount the wireless LAN antenna to a wall using the included screws Start Media Center and from Tasks gt Settings go to General gt Windows Media Center Setup gt Join Wireless Network Then follow the on screen instructions to set up your connection with your preferred Access Point For additional information about setting up a wireless LAN go to Appendix A VGX XL3 Digital Living System 33 Step 5 Turning Power On Make sure all hardware is connected and that powe
50. iple copies of copyrighted works It is prohibited to make copies or use change delete or make other revisions to or alter the integrity of captured video images or audio without the copyright owners permission Summary Chapter 1 Getting Started provided you with an overview of the VGX XL3 Digital Living System including hardware operating system and additional value added VAIO software 1 Requires compatible wireless access point s Some features may rely on Internet services which may require a fee VGX XL3 Digital Living System 19 20 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Chapter 2 Setting Up the VGX XL3 System Before You Begin Before setting up your VGX XL3 Digital Living System DLS consider the environment in which it will be placed Listed below are some general guidelines The maximum distance between VGX XL3 computer and the keyboard can be up to 30 ft Placing the keyboard near a metallic object may affect communication between the keyboard and the computer Donotset up the VGX XL3 DLS in the following locations in direct sunlight near a magnet or a item that generates a magnetic field areas with high heat such as near a heater areas with excessive heat dust and humidity areas with poor ventilation Please observe the following items to avoid damage Always turn off the power before the device is moved Damage may be caused to the hard disk if the device is trans
51. ire a fee and credit card information Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institu tions Important information for Canadian customers Your new Media Changer Recorder includes certain software versions or upgrades and Internet services or offers that are available to U S customers only wat i gt Sony Sony logo 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 DVD CLIE DVgate Plus Handycam MagicGate Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo the Memory Stick logo pens MICROMV SonicStage PictureGear are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony ectronics Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation Microsoft Windows the Windows logo and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trade marks of the Microsoft Corporation CableCARD is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories Inc PS 2 is a registered trademark of the IBM Corporation All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners Chapter 1 Getting Started Introduction Welcome to the VAIO VGX XL3 Digital Living System DLS User Guide You can download updated user guide information by opening VAIO Help and Support and selecting Documentation This guide contains the following information Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Setting
52. is present the Digital Cable Tuner is able to receive premium content that has been protected with conditional access from United States cable operators The CableCARD that plugs into a Digital Cable Tuner is programmed so that the cable subscriber receives subscription services for which they have paid This may include premium Standard Definition SD and High Definition HD TV programming have Digital Cable at Home for example Comcast do have to use my digital cable with CableCARD to use the VGX XL3 Digital Cable Tuner No When a CableCARD is not present the Digital Cable Tuner device will function as a NTSC or an ATSC TV tuner What is the expected behavior for a Digital Cable Tuner when a CableCARD is not present When a CableCARD is not present the Digital Cable Tuner device will function as a NTSC or an ATSC TV tuner The Digital Cable Tuner device will receive any analog or cable channels that do not require a subscriber fee but VGX XL3 Digital Living System will not receive any digital cable or premium content such as Home Box Office service or pay per view 5 purchased an indoor or outdoor HD antenna but how do I know which direction to face the antenna to Visit the website URL http www antennaweb org to obtain directions on where your digital antenna should point There is also an option to bring up your location map that will have a drawing showing the directions and what channels are available in that
53. k Search results include the following f more than one VAIO Media computer is found the Please select a server window appears Select a VAIO Media computer from the list e If only one VAIO Media computer is found on your network the Please select a server window appears displaying available music or video con tents A Folder Photo Lists window appears if you have selected Photo from the main menu A Channel List window appears if you have selected TV from the main menu Click the computer image folder video cabinet or channel you want to access Accessing VAIO Media Help For more information about using the VAIO Media software program follow these steps Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs VAIO Media and then click Help VGX XL3 Digital Living System Using an Analog Device for Video Playback You can stream video content from an analog device such as a VCR using the VAIO Media TV server software and watch video playback on your computer or across the network To set up an analog device 1 Connect one end of the A V cable to the Video Out port on your analog device 2 Connect the other end of the A V cable to the Composite Video In jacks located on the front or back of your computer equipped with Media Center 3 Begin playback using the analog device 4 On your computer click Start on the Windows task bar and point to AII Programs VAIO Media and then click VAIO Media 5
54. l be heard through the AV amp and then another HDMI cable can be connected from the AV amp to the TV for the display Some protected video content may not display with this type of connection A direct connection is advised VHF UHF Connector for Receiving Digital TV Transmission If you have an antenna for receiving the over the air signals transmitted by a digital TV broadcasting system you can connect it to receive these signals for digital televisions for example high definition TVs Refer to the Connecting to an Antenna air for Digital Television System ATSC Signal Standard in the next section for more information Additional TV Connections Note Your VAIO VGX XL3 computer is supplied with certain video cables Depending on your in home cable access you may require extra cables adapters or connection equipment not supplied with your computer TV Signal Sources You can connect your VGX XL3 to receive TV signals from various TV signal sources e Standard cable access Cable access with a cable provider subscription service through a CableCARD CableCARD not supplied with VGX XL3 Cable access with a cable provider subscription service through a cable or satellite set top box set top box not supplied with VGX XL3 VGX XL3 Digital Living System 23 Antenna air for Digital Television System ATSC Signal Standard Standard antenna air system NTSC Signal Standard Connecting to standard cable acc
55. leCARD The CableCARD inserts into the CableCARD slot located on the rear of your VGX XL3 Note Because a CableCARD is usually specific to a cable service provider we recommend that your cable service provider supply the CableCARD and install it Connecting a Cable or Satellite Set top Box You can connect your computer to cable or satellite service that requires a set top box Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable optional to your cable service access Connect the other end to the In jack on the back panel of your set top box 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable optional to the Out jack on your set top box Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter adapter optional VGX XL3 Digital Living System 25 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable optional to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable optional to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display TV coaxial cable Set top box STB optiona Cable service wall outlet TV coaxial cable optional Splitter optional TV coaxial cable TV coaxial cable optional optional OX VGX XL3 Rear Panel om VHF UHF port TV Tuner Option 2 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable optional to you
56. mixing different kinds of batteries combination of manganese batteries and alkaline batteries etc can cause leaking and damage Help Hints Turn the POWER switch OFF if you will not be using the keyboard for a while Also please take the batteries out if you will not be using the keyboard for a long time The capacity of the batteries in the keyboard can be checked using the battery indicator located on the upper right of the keyboard Replace the batteries when they get low If you leave the batteries in the device even when the batteries are dead it may cause leaking Replace with new batteries after cleaning the liquid when liquid leaks from the batteries Useregular batteries Re chargeable batteries are not supported Use alkaline batteries for the keyboard VGX XL3 Digital Living System 7 VGX XL3 Personal Computer Front Panel Power Baten The VGX XL3 Personal Computer Front Inputs and Outputs Power Button Press to turn on the power to this device If you press this button during the operation of this device it will enter a sleep state and the power lamp will change colors Power Lamp The power lamp turns green when the electric power to this device is turned on The power lamp blinks orange when it is in Away mode and turn orange when it is in Standby mode Hard Disk Access Lamp The access lamp blinks orange when you read or write data by accessing the hard disc WLAN Wireless La
57. mmends using the supplied HDMI cable and the HDMI to DVI adapter if needed with a display that supports HDMI or DVI D input There are many things that can affect your computer s performance such as adding removing software the working condition of peripherals and a virus downloaded from the Internet If you are experiencing difficulties with your VGX XL3 performance it can be very difficult to troubleshoot You may decide that the best option is to restore your system back to its original factory settings Noie Turn off screen savers and power management before you begin any of the VAIO Hard Disk Drive Recovery options Before considering any of the options available in VAIO Recovery please review the following support site for the latest up to date information specific to your computer model www esupport sony com EN VAIO VGX XL3 Digital Living System Appendix E RAID Configuration Overview RAID Redundant Array of Independent Disks refers to the combining of two or more independent hard disks working in parallel to form a single logical array that stores data along with additional redundancy information This appendix provides some general introductory type information on RAID For detailed information on RAID see the RAID Systems User Guide located online in VAIO Help and Support The list of topics in the RAID Systems User Guide include e RAID Levels Choose a RAID Configuration Before you begi
58. n RAID Configuration Wizard VAIO Recovery Wizard Intel Storage Utility Frequently Asked Questions Trouble Shooting e RAID Glossary Support Resources Why Use RAID The main objectives of RAID are to improve data availability and security With everything from basic file and print services to e Commerce and important business applications running on server based networks reliable and secure access to data is becoming a critical issue for everyone A RAID system can improve your VGX XL3 Digital Living System s performance by improving data availability and security RAID prevents VGX XL3 Digital Living System 79 80 downtime in the event of a hard disk failure by storing your data on multiple hard disks Note Sony recommends using hard disk drives that are identical in size and manufacture Benefits of RAID The degree that you realize the various benefits listed below depends on the exact type or level of RAID that you choose However you will always get some combination of the following benefits Higher Data Security Most RAID levels provide protection for the data stored on the array through the use of redundancy This means that the data on the array can withstand the failure of one hard disk or sometimes more without any data loss and without requiring any data to be restored from backup Fault Tolerance RAID implementations that include redundancy provide you with a more reliable overall st
59. n lamp The wireless LAN lamp turns green when the wireless LAN is ready to be used Blu ray Disc Drive The three different media formats to choose from are BD R Blu ray Disc Recordable recordable format for HD video recording and PC data storage BD RE Blu ray Disc Re writable rewritable format for HD video recording and PC data storage and BD ROM Blu ray Disc Read Only Memory read only format for HD movies music software games etc VGX XL3 Digital Living System Eject button Press when the disc is to be removed from the drive SmartMedia SM amp xD Picture Card memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to SmartMedia or xD Picture Card media Memory card access Lamp It blinks orange when you read or write data from a Memory Stick xD Picture Card Smart Media Compact Flash or SD MMC memory card CompactFlash amp Microdrive memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to CompactFlash and Microdrive media Memory Stick Pro Memory Stick Duo Data from the Memory Stick is read and written Secure Digital SD amp MultiMediaCard MMC memory card reader Data from the SD or MMC memory card is read and written USB Universial Serial Bus Connector x2 Connects to a device which supports the USB standard The connector supports the USB 2 0 standard and can also be connected to a device which supports the USB 1 1 standard i LINK9 S400 port IEEE 1394 connec
60. nt configuration the signal quality the presence of walls materials and soft ware used etc There is a possibility of access collisions in accessing the wireless LAN access point Try to access again in a little while Change the channel setting for the access point The effect of band interference may disappear and this may help to improve the communication speed The communication speed for IEEE802 11g may slow down automatically because IEEE802 11g retains compatibility with IEEE802 11b under mixed environments with IEEE802 11b Also channel band interference may cause a slow down in the communi cation speed for IEEE802 11b devices Setthe wireless channel for the wireless LAN access point if it is using multiple AP s or used with other wireless LAN access points Refer to the user s manual that came with the wireless LAN access point for detailed settings Make sure that a microwave is not used nearby The 2 4 GHz band used by IEEE802 11b g is a signal band shared with various devices Using a microwave nearby when the wireless LAN is communicating may cause a decrease in communication speed and the communication distance or interrupt the communication depending on the circumstances VGX XL3 Digital Living System 93
61. o you have a set top box Yes No Cancel 13 Select Yes or No and then select Next to continue 14 Before you continue make sure your ATSC antenna is connected to the ATSC Digital TV tuner TV Signal Connect Your Digital TV Antenna Before you continue please make sure your antenna is connected to the Digital TV tuner For more information on how to set up and position your antenna for the best signal reception please contact your antenna manufacturer Is your Digital TV Antenna connected Yes No 64 VGX XL3 Digital Living System 15 Select Yes or No and then select Next to continue 16 From this screen you can access the Guide privacy statement and indicate if you want to use the guide Select Yes and then select Next to continue Guide Windows Guide Privacy The Guide provides TV program listings to help you find watch and record TV shows If you use the Guide anonymous information to improve the quality and accuracy of the service will be sent to Microsoft View the Guide privacy statement Do you want to use the Guide Yes No 17 This screen below provides direct access for you to read the Guide Terms of Service Read the Terms of Service and select agree do not agree and then select Next to continue G u i d e Windows Guide Terms of Service To receive TV Program Guide listings you must agree to the following Guide Terms of Service Windows Media Center for Vista ELE
62. o your questions are not contained in this appendix go to Help and Support for additional help The Troubleshooting appendix is divided into the following sections Page No DVD Playback Limitations 82 Power Start 82 Password 85 Screen Display 85 Wireless Keyboard Touchpad 87 Optical Drive 89 Hard Disk 90 Software Limitations 90 MCE Starting Up 91 MCE Live TV Issues 91 Sound Issues 91 Wireless LAN 92 VGX XL3 Digital Living System 81 DVD Playback Limitations Event What resolution does my DVD playback Comment For HDMI or DVI connection DVD playback works in all resolutions 480p 720p Note Output of 1080i resolutions are not supported Component Video connection DVD playback ONLY works in 480i 480p resolutions You cannot view copy protected DVD through component video connec tion with a higher resolution than 480i 480p due to Macrovision analog copy protection requirements Power Start 82 Event Power is not on and green power lamp is not lit Comment Confirm that the VGX XL3 computer s power cord is inserted firmly into an outlet Confirm that all of the cables are connected well Remove all the power cables connected to this device and reconnect them again after waiting five minutes then turn the power on again e If the device does not run after doing the above please contact VAIO Customer Support Event The power is turned on and the power lamp green of the VGX XL3
63. ons and drives Also see Appendix D in the User Guide for general and support information for system recovery Online RAID Systems User Guide The online user guide provides an overview of RAID disc arrays and various RAID levels that can be configured with your VGX XL3 Digital Living System product Also see Appendix E in the User Guide for general and support information for RAID Safety Information Carefully read the VGX XL3 Safety Information Guide The guide in printed format is contained in the packaging materials VGX XL3 Digital Living System Additional Notes The wireless LAN function The wireless LAN that comes equipped in this device is certified to comply with the Wi Fi specifications under the provisions of the WFA Wi Fi Alliance Security when using wireless LAN devices It is very important to set up security on the wireless LAN Important Note Sony will not be held responsible for damages resulting when security measures are not taken or when security problems occur due to the circumstance outside of the wireless LAN specifications Refer to Appendix A Wireless Local Area Network in this guide for more details Copy protection You can not use this device for recording of content for other than your personal enjoyment without the copyright holders permission under the copyright law It is necessary to obey the copyright law and permitted usage conditions for each copyrighted work and for making mult
64. orage system than can be achieved by a single disk This means there is a lower chance of the storage system as a whole failing due to hardware failures Improved Availability Availability refers to your data being present and ready to use A RAID system improves availability by providing fault tolerance and by providing special features that allow for recovery from hardware faults without disruption Increased and Intergrated Capacity RAID systems increase capacity by turning a number of smaller drives into a larger array thus combining or adding their individual storage capacities together This facilitates applications that require large amounts of contiguous disk space and also makes disk space management simpler However a percentage of total capacity is lost to overhead or redundancy in most implementations Improved Performance RAID systems improve performance by allowing the controller to take full advantage of the capabilities of multiple hard disk to get around performance limiting issues that plague individual hard disks Different RAID implementations improve performance in different ways and to different degrees but all improve performance in some way VGX XL3 Digital Living System Appendix F Troubleshooting This section provides you with answers and additional information to questions and issues that may arise during the set up and operation of the VAIO VGX XL3 Digital Living System If the answers t
65. ose to automatically or manually configure your TV set Window Media Center will scan for an active TV signal and configure the appropriate settings automatically Select Configure my TV signal automatically and then select Next TV Signal Automatic TV Signal Setup Configure my TV signal automatically Recommended will manually configure my TV signal VGX XL3 Digital Living System 5 Confirm that Windows Media Center correctly identifies the signal as Digital Cable and lists the correct number of digital tuners Select Yes to configure the TV signal using the displayed results and then select Next TV Signal TV Signal Configuration Result A TV signal was detected that indicates you may have the following configuration TV Signal Digital cable Number of connections 1 Would you like to configure your TV signal using these results Yes No want to try again No proceed to manual TV signal setup Cancel Note If Windows Media Center identifies the Digital Cable Tuner as a set top box or displays the incorrect number of connections check the cable and tuner connections and select No want to try again 6 Windows Media Center will ask if you have a CableCARD Select Continue without a CableCARD and then select Next TV Signal Are you Digital Cable Ready Your computer is configured for digital cable However you do not have access to premium channels because a CableCARD i1 not present To
66. oto Server software delivers image files Use the Photo Server to deliver pictures for Media Center and the client computers on your network VAIO Media Photo Server software recognizes JPG JPEG BMP GIF and TIFF file formats VAIO Media Video Server software delivers video files Video files using DV AVI MPEG1 MPEG2 DIVX and WMV file formats can be stored in registered folders and accessed by the client computers on your network VAIO Media TV Server software delivers an analog stream You can connect analog devices such as a VCR to a computer equipped with Media Center and stream video to other VAIO computers in your network Starting VAIO Media Console VAIO Media Console software manages all of the Media Servers enabling you to register and grant access to the client computers on your network You can also register folders containing video music and still image contents When a folder is registered with VAIO Media Console the contents can be accessed by the network s client computers and devices 48 VGX XL3 Digital Living System The VAIO Media Console allows you to Check the status of your servers Troubleshoot problems Start and stop all media servers Identify devices registered to the server Register folders Add password protection Enable or disable access by other computers on the network through the Windows Firewall Runthe software when the system st
67. r From the server copy and distribute the VAIO Media installer file to the client computers To copy and distribute the installer file 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to VAIO Media and click Install VAIO Media to other VAIO PCs The Enjoying Music Photos and Video on Other VAIO computers window appears 46 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Enjoying Music Photos and Video on Other VAIO Computers Operating environment Operation of VAIO Meda ty guaranteed on Sony VAIO senes coepsters running preiestalled versions of Windows XP Other Operabry emercomerts are not supported e How te view this page View this page with internet Explorer 6 0 oc later Obtaining the Installer 1 Click Get lontalies below da appew 2 Click Save Specify the location where you want to save the installer 4 Click Save Copy the Installer to COR Memory Stick or other storage media compatible with the computer where you want to copy the Installer f e types of patidle storage media and cop ur 3 Click Get Installer A file download message box appears 4 Click Save Save the file VM31Inst exe to a blank storage media such as a CD R CD RW or Memory Stick media to transfer and set up the installer program on each client computer Note The VM31Inst exe is 23 MB in size Verify your storage media s capacity before attempting to save the program Register a client computer Your ser
68. r cable service access Connect the other end to the In jack on the back panel of your set top box 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable optional to the Out jack on your set top box Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display 3 Connect one end of a stereo A V dubbing cable with triple RCA plugs optional to the Video Out and Audio OUT L R jacks on the back panel of your set top box matching the plug and jack colors 26 VGX XL3 Digital Living System 4 Connect the other ends of the stereo A V dubbing cable into the Audio Input L Audio Input R and Video Input jacks on the back panel of your computer matching the plug and jack colors Stereo A V dubbing cables optional Cable service access TV coaxial eg A cables optional be gum am au au euo es ees es af Composite video jack Composite audio L In Composite audio R In VHF UHF port Connecting to an Antenna air for Digital Television System ATSC Signal Standard You can connect to receive over the air signals that meet the Advanced Television Systems Committee ATSC Signal standard intended for digital televisions for example high definition TVs ATSC is the group that helped to develop the new digital television standard for the United States and other countries It is intended to replace the earlier analog type television system standard and produce wide screen 16 9 images up to 1920x10
69. r cables are plugged into properly grounded electrical outlets three pronged outlets gt Turn on the power to the computer TV and speakers Activate Wireless Keyboard Communication 1 From the front of the keyboard slide the Power switch to On 2 From the back of the keyboard slide the Pointing Device switch to On 3 From the back of the keyboard and the front panel of the VGX XL3 computer press the Connect buttons simultaneously and hold for a few seconds 4 Test the keyboard to make sure it is functioning properly Step 6 Software Setup Microsoft Windows operating system setup The first time you start your computer your will be presented with a series of screens for Microsoft Windows Vista Setup Please follow the on screen instructions Note For information concerning Firewall Automatic Updates Virus Protection and other security related features of Microsoft Windows Vista see the Windows Help file Sony Registration After you complete Microsoft Windows operating system setup a Sony Registration screen automatically appears Please complete all requested information to register your Sony product Note Registration can be done through the Internet To register your product go to http www esupport sony com and select Register from the menu bar Sony product registration is voluntary failure to register will not diminish your limited warranty rights 1 Requires compatible wireless access point s
70. r display s settings to make Windows Media Center look its best Watch Video 34 Watch the video and when complete select Next to continue the Display Configuration wizard Follow all on screen instructions 70 VGX XL3 Digital Living System 35 When you are done the Optional Setup screen displays again Select Set up your speakers and then select Next to continue Welcome to Speaker Setup Note The VGX XL3 does not support 7 1 Surround Sound speakers 36 Complete the Speaker Setup wizard When you are done the Optional Setup screen displays again Select Set Up Your Music Pictures and Videos Libraries Then select Next to continue Library Setup In order to access your media files to view pictures videos recorded TV or listen to music you must place the files in a folder watched by Media Center Media Center watches the following folders located in the following location s Local Disk C Users Sony Note The Public or shared folders may be located in the same location Users folder or on a separate partition on your hard disk drive for example Local Disk D Users Public You can add media files to watched folders in the following ways Copy files or folders directly to watched folders using Windows Explorer Download media files Internet Music CD s Video directly to watched folders Add additional folders or shared folders for Media Center to watch by pressing the MORE Info i button and sele
71. resolution slider choose a resolution that looks best for your TV or Monitor and click Apply After selection you will be prompted to click Yes to approve the change If you see a blank screen after the selection wait approximately 15 seconds until the old resolution is reset For High Definition televisions the following HD resolutions are suggested 720p 1176 x 664 or 1080i 1768 x 992 5 Click OK when done selecting your optimum resolution Turning the Power Off Please follow the following procedure when turning the power off to the VGX XL3 computer 1 Select the Windows Start button 2 Click on and then click on Shut Down to turn off In a short time the power to the VGX XL3 computer goes off automatically and the power lamp changes color Note If the power does not turn off by this procedure you can turn the power off by holding down the Power button on the VGX XL3 computer for more than six 6 seconds WARNING Any changes that have not been saved will be lost 36 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Power Saving Functions The VGX XL3 personal computer offers two power saving function modes Standby and Hibernation which are used to reduce power consumption when not in use The table below list the characteristics of each function Power Lamp Orange in color State Reduces power consumption because it turns off the components other than the minimum components necessary while maintaining the current working status
72. ssociated signal strength Signal Strength Adjust Digital TV Antenna and Choose Channels The following Digital TV channels are now in the Guide You may need to adjust your antenna to improve signal strength for same channels Clear the check box next to any channels you want to remove Channel Signal strength 1101 KGTV DT 10 1 1111 KTTV DT 11 1 1131 KCOP DT 13 1 1151 KPBS DT 15 1 1241 KVCR DT 24 1 scanning liof2lav 30 Clear a check box to remove unwanted channels and then select Next to continue VGX XL3 Digital Living System 69 31 The Optional Setup screen displays again allowing you to continue with customizing Windows Media Center Optional Setup If you want to customize Windows Media Center select from the list v Optimize how Windows Media Center looks on your display Set up your speakers Set up your Music Pictures and Videos Libraries 1 am finished 32 Select Optimize how Windows Media Center looks on your display and then select Next to continue 33 Use this wizard to change settings that affects the way Windows Media Center looks at your display A Video Guide is included to assist you Display Display Configuration Use this wizard to change settings that affect the way Windows Media Center looks on your display First you can choose to have Windows Media Center adjust its settings based on information you provide about your display type Then you can adjust you
73. t click on the white wireless connection utility icon in the taskbar notification area and enable the Wireless LAN function s 2 Click Windows Start and then click All Programs gt Network 3 In the Network window select This computer is not connected to a network Click to connect 4 Select Connect to a Wireless Ad Hoc network and follow the onscreen intructions to setup your preferred connection to another computer About network keys This is a data key for encrypting the wireless LAN communication between IEEE802 11b g devices This is also called a Private Key Encryption Key or WEP Key This enables the wireless LAN communication only between the wireless LAN access points and computers which use same key information The network key is pre set in each access point please confirm that the network key setting is changed after purchasing to prevent illegal usage If you don t know the network key please refer to the manual that came with the access point or check with the access point administrator VGX XL3 Digital Living System 41 42 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Appendix B VAIO Media Software Local Area Networks VAIO Media software expands digital entertainment possibilities by delivering your music video and still image files to any computer on your home network located anywhere in your home Set up one of the VAIO computers on your home network to act as a media server then get ready to sh
74. tem 3 The Choose number of Speakers screen displays Windows Media Center Sax Speaker Setup Windows M Choose number of Speakers Select the number of speakers that most closely matches your speaker configuration 2 speakers e 5 1 surround speakers 7 1 surround speakers z 4 Select 5 1 surround speakers The Speaker Connection Type screen displays 5 Select Next 6 From the Test Your Speakers screen select the Test button The system will test your speakers for sound Speaker Setup Windows Media Cent Test Your Speakers Test your connection using the button You should hear a test sound from each of your speakers rest 1 from all of my speakers sound from all of my speakers w Cancel VGX XL3 Digital Living System 31 Important Then select heard sound from all my speakers even if you did not hear sound from all your speakers The You Are Done screen displays Select Finish To complete Speaker Setup you need to verify some Windows settings Right click the speaker icon in the Windows Notification Area and select Playback Device Depending on your computer system s digital sound output configuration select Digital Output Device S PDIF and HDMI Digital Output Device HDMI or Digital Output Device S PDIF Click Set Default Click Properties Click the Supported Formats tab In the Encoded formats section put a checkmark in the Dolby Digital box T
75. ter Event The screen is dark Comment Adjust the brightness of TV Adjusting the brightness will vary depending on the type of TV For details please refer to the TV users manual e Verify if other inputs on the TV are dark if they are please refer to the TV user manual Event Pictures on the TV screen are distorted Comment Confirm that this device and the display device are properly connected When the TV is connected using a HDMI cable make sure to use an output format that matches the compatibility of the TV you are using VGX XL3 Digital Living System When the TV is connected using a component cable make sure to use a resolution that matches the component input of the TV you are using Event When the TV or display is connected to the HDMI OUT HDMI output connector the image does not display Comment Re connect the HDMI cable and make sure your TV monitor has the correct video input selected t may be connected to a device that does not support HDCP Connect to a device which supports HDCP When a HDMI DVI adapter is used the TV or display may not be supported by the HDMI DVI adapter Connect a TV or display which supports the HDMI DVI adapter Restart your computer system in case their was an operating system mal function Wireless Keyboard Touchpad Issues Event My keyboard stops working after a period of time Comment The keyboard touchpad will sleep when it is not
76. ter creates a DVD Video disc from HD television content the resolution is automatically lowered to analog television standards The picture is still good but not as good as the original broadcast s Hard disc storage space HD content takes up about twice as much hard disc storage space as analog standard definition content Using MCE to Set Up Required Components 1 Start Media Center The Media Center Setup Wizard appears Select Next 54 Welcome to Windows Media Center VGX XL3 Digital Living System 2 From the Media Center Setup screen select Next Windows Media Center Setup To set up Windows Media Center you will be asked to complete two sections 1 Required Setup Windows Media Center checks components like networking and Internet connection 2 Optional Setup You can set up the features and advanced settings that fit your needs Cancel 3 From the Media Center Privacy Policy screen select Next Windows Media Center Privacy Statement Microsoft is committed to protecting your privacy To learn more about how your privacy may be impacted when Windows Media Center connects to the Internet review the privacy statement below tew the Privacy Statement Online VGX XL3 Digital Living System 4 From the Help Improve Media Center screen select whether or not you would like to join the Customer Experience Improvement Program then click Next Help Improve Windows Media Center Join the
77. tor 4 pin Connects to an i LINK9 supported device S VIDEO S video input Connection for an S Video cable Composite Audio Video IN Connection for an Audio Video cables Connect Keyboard Pointing Device Use this button when activating the wireless keyboard pointing device 1 Requires compatible wireless access point s Some features may rely on Internet services which may require a fee VGX XL3 Digital Living System 2 i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product con tains an IEEE1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depend ing on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an i LINK connection for information on compatibility operating conditions and proper connection For information on any Sony device having an i LINK connection contact Sony at 1 800 686 7669 Using Memory Cards and Memory Card Readers This section provides basic information about using your computer s installed memory card readers and includes the following information About Your Memory Card Readers About Memory Stick Media Inserting a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card Sharing Memory Cards About Your Memory Card Reader Your VAIO computer is equipped with memory card readers that are compatible with many popular types of memory
78. ugh independent software applications pre installed on XL3 computer VGX XL3 Digital Living System Microsoft Windows Media Center in Windows Vista The following list contains a high level overview of the features available to you in Media Center For in depth information about each feature go to the specific topic in the Media Center User Guide for Windows Vista document located on your computer in VAIO Help and Support Feature Description Pictures Video Enjoy access to all the pictures and video stored on your hard drive Categorize your pictures in as many folders as you wish Then select a group to view a single picture or a slide of all pictures in the folder Organize locate view and play your favorite video files in Media Center Music Enjoy access to all the music stored on your hard drive Organize locate and play your favorite music files in Media Center Select only the music you want to burn to DVD TV Movies Take control of your TV or movie viewing experience Watch live TV and movies or record your favorite show for later viewing Create DVDs from your favorite recorded TV series or movies Select only the episodes you want to burn to DVD Tasks To enhance you entertainment experience common tasks are grouped together that provide quick access to all of the Media Center including settings shutdown burn cd dvd sync add extender and media only IMPORTANT Sony supports the lawful
79. uires an on site visit from a cable technician Contact your cable service provider to get and install a CableCARD Once activated the CableCARD cannot be transferred to another device such as a TV or set top box When the CableCARD is installed ensure that your cable service technician understands that the installation is on a Windows Media Center system and provide any requested information On the Windows Media Center Start screen select Tasks gt Settings select TV and then select Set Up TV Signal Follow the on screen steps to set up a TV signal with a CableCARD When the CableCARD is activated configure Program Guide listings On the Windows Media Center Start screen select Tasks Settings Click TV and then click Guide Click Set Up Guide Listings and follow the steps on Screen Creating DVD Video from HD Recorded Content The following procedure provides informtion on how to make a DVD Video disc from ATSC OTA recorded high definition TV content using Media Center Important Sony supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by law TV programs and commercial DVDs that have been encrypted protected by the broadcaster cannot be copied and played back on any other player other than the one recorded to The CD DVD function has been grouped together with other common tasks in a single convenient location on the Media Center Start menu
80. use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law TV programs and commercial DVDs that have been encrypted protected by the broadcaster cannot be copied and played back on any player other than the one recorded to VGX XL3 Digital Living System 3 Sony Original Software and Other Applications Sony original software and other programs can be accessed by selecting Windows Siart gt All Programs gt application name For additional information about a specific application start the application and go to the Help file for each software application Getting to know the VGX XL3 DLS System Unpacking the VAIO VGX XL3 Personal Computer See the fold out sheet entitled Getting to Know Your VGX XL3 Digital Living System for supplied parts Make sure you have the following items VGX XL3 PC Wireless Keyboard w Integrated Pointing Device WLAN Antenna Power Cord Infrared Blaster Cable HDMI Cable Optical S PDIF Cable Keyboard Batteries 4 Remote Batteries 2 HDMI to DVI D Adapter Keep all packaging material in case you need to move or ship the VGX XL3 computer at a later time 4 VGX XL3 Digital Living System Setting up the Keyboard Insert the Batteries On the back of the Keyboard remove the battery compartment cover and insert four 4 Alkaline AA batteries Supplied in the battery compartment Replace the battery compartment
81. ver computer must be turned on during client registration to enable the registration of each client computer You can register only one client at a time If more than one client computer is actively seeking registration the server computer recognizes all registration requests A message appears to notify of multiple registration requests You must restart the registration process for each client Begin the client computer registration process after you have installed the VM31Inst exe file to the client To register a client computer 1 Save the installer program to the client computer and then double click to open and install it Follow the on screen instructions on each screen VGX XL3 Digital Living System 47 Preparing Your Multimedia Content You can use pre installed Sony software programs to prepare your multimedia content for sharing across the network using VAIO Media software E To prepare your multimedia content VAIO Media Console software can manage different media server features to deliver various file formats VAIO Media Music Server software delivers music files Use SonicStage or SonicStage Mastering Studio software to create playlists of music files The VAIO Media Music Server software automatically makes these playlists and other music files stored in registered folders available to Microsoft Media Center for Windows Vista and the client computers on your network VAIO Media Ph
82. vice is equipped with a 2 4 GHz wireless LAN controller IEEE802 11b g compliant IEEE802 11g is capable of higher speed communication than IEEE802 11b Note 5 GHz wireless LAN IEEE802 11a technology and 2 4 GHz wireless LAN IEEE802 11b g technology do not work together due to different frequencies There are two types of wireless LAN connection topologies Infrastructure mode which has a network structure based on a wireless LAN access point n9 gg 1 Requires compatible wireless access point s Some features may rely on Internet ser vices which may require a fee VGX XL3 Digital Living System 39 When Infrastructure mode is used you can enjoy the Internet and E mail communications whereever a wireless access point is setup Ad hoc mode which connects computers directly without an access point m t Communicate Using Infrastructure Mode 40 Wireless LAN Access Point Note Make sure you have connected the Wireless LAN Antenna to the Wireless LAN Antenna connector located on the back panel of the VGX XL3 computer This device and a wireless LAN access point sold separately can be connected using the following procedure For details please refer to Windows Help Further access point settings are required to connect to the Internet or a LAN etc at work via an access point For details please refer to the manual included with the access point you use To connect to an access point Make sur

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