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Media Center Extender
Model: DMA2100, DMA2200
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Table of Contents
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Package Contents
Media Center Extender
Remote Control with Two AAA Batteries
Power Cord and Clip Adapter - DMA2100
Power Cord for your Region - DMA2200
Antennas (Two for DMA 2100, Three for DMA 2200)
One Component Video Cable
One Composite Video Cable
One Stereo RCA Audio Cable
One Ethernet Cable
Quick Installation Guide
CD-ROM with Windows Vista™ Operating System Software Updates and User Guide
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Media Center Extender
Models: DMA2100, DMA2200
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Table of Contents
Device Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Install Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Network Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Display Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Power Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Device Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Configure Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Configure Display Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Configure Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Record Setup Key from Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Media Center Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Insert CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Windows Vista Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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Before You Begin
Make sure you have:
High Definition Video Options:
Component Video (included) or,
HDMI (not included)
Standard Definition Video Options:
Component Video (included) or
Composite Video (included) or,
S-Video (not included)
Audio:
Analog Stereo RCA (included) or,
Digital SPDIF Coaxial RCA (not included)
Digital SPDIF Optical Toslink (not included -
for DMA2200 only)
NOTE: If using HDMI, additional
audio cables are not necessary.
Network:
Ethernet cable (included)
Wireless network (if connecting wirelessly)
NOTE:If you need more detailed information, consult the User
Guide on the CD-ROM. Take the time to consult Linksys’ safety,
warranty and software license information which you will also
find on the CD-ROM.
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Ethernet
RCA Stereo Audio
Component Video
Composite Video
Ethernet
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Install Batteries
Install the two (2) AAA batteries in the
remote control, making sure to place
the positive (+) and negative (-) ends as
shown.
NOTE:For more detailed
information on the features and
functions of the remote control,
including how to program the
learning remote, please consult
the User Guide on the CD-ROM.
Network Connection
For a Wireless Connection to your
Computer
If you are using a wired connection, skip
to the next step.
If connecting wirelessly, you need to
attach the antennas. There are two (2)
antennas for the DMA2100 and three (3)
for the DMA2200. The antennas should
be screwed on in a clockwise direction.
Hand tighten until they are securely in
place. The antennas should be raised
when the Extender is in use.
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Device Installation
For a Wired Connection to your
Computer
Connect the Ethernet cable from the
back panel of the Media Center Extender
to the back panel of your network router.
Display Connection
NOTE:Before you perform any of the following connections,
power off your TV.
High Definition (HD) Connections
Component Video
Connect the component video (red,
green, blue) cable (included) from the
Media Center Extender’s back panel to
your TV’s available component video
connection ports.
OR
HDMI (Video and Audio)
Connect a HDMI cable (not included)
from the Media Center Extender’s
back panel to your TV’s available HDMI
connection port.
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Standard Definition (SD) Connections
Video
Connect one type of standard analog
video cable from the Media Center
Extender’s back panel to your TV’s video
connection port.
You can connect a component video
(red, green, blue) cable (included)
composite video cable (included) or a
S-Video cable (not included).
Audio
Connect one type of audio cable from
the Media Center Extender’s back
panel to your TV or AV receiver’s audio
connection port. You can connect the
included RCA stereo audio cables (red,
white) or a digital audio (coaxial RCA
- not included) or, for the DMA2200,
an optical audio cable(Toslink - not
included).
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Device Installation
Power Device
NOTE: Power on your TV. The initial startup of the Extender could
take up to one (1) minute.
Power on the Media Center Extender
DMA2200
Plug the Media Center Extender’s power
cord connector to the unit’s power port
on the back panel. Plug the cord into an
electrical outlet.
There is also an on/off power switch just
above the power port. Power on the unit
before starting Device Configuration.
DMA2100
This unit ships with the correct power
clips for your region. If needed, pull
out the clip covering the power port
connector. You can then snap in the
appropriate power clip that matches
your Main power outlet
Plug the Media Center Extender’s power
cord connector to the unit’s power port
on the back panel. Plug the cord into an
electrical outlet.
NOTE: There is an IR sensor on the front of the Media Center
Extender. Make sure the front panel is visible for the remote
control.
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Configure Language Settings
Use the arrow keys to highlight the
correct language options for your
configuration. Press OK on the remote
control, or select Next to continue.
Configure Display Connection
A HDMI connection should automatically
be discovered, depending on the TV and
settings. For other connections you can
choose the video, audio and aspect ratio
to optimize the playback quality.
Your choice should match the actual
hardware connection that you made.
Press OK on the remote control or select
Next to continue.
Configure Network Settings
Select the type of network connection
you are using, wired or wireless and
press OK on the remote control or select
Next to continue.
If you connect wirelessly, you will be
asked to confirm your current network’s
wireless security level. If an Encryption
key is needed, enter the encryption key
for your network using the on-screen
keyboard and click Next.
NOTE: For wireless router settings, the security level chosen on
the Extender setup screens must match your computer security.
Menu Language
Please select the menu language for the player
English
Francaise
Deutsch
English
Menu Language
Please select the menu language for the player
English
Francaise
Deutsch
English
Menu Screen Language
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Device Configuration
Record Setup Key from Device
For the computer to recognize
the Media Center Extender, it will
need a Setup key. The eight digit
Setup key will display on the TV
screen (and on the front panel of
the Media Center Extender if it is a
DMA2200).
Write down this Setup Key and
bring it to your Windows Vista
Premium or Ultimate computer.
You can enter the number here:
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NOTE: Follow the steps below in order. You must insert the CD-
ROM and proceed through the setup screens.
Insert CD-ROM
Insert the CD-ROM that came with your
Media Center Extender, into your Media
Center computer. Proceed through the
steps displayed on-screen.
Windows Vista Update
If you use a compatible version of
Windows Vista you will be asked to
update your system via Windows Vista
Update. Proceed through the steps
displayed on-screen.
Setup
If your computer has automatically
discovered the Extender, a message will
display, stating that the Extender was
found.
The type of message displayed may
vary. Click on the screen, or select Yes to
start the setup.
If your Extender was not automatically discovered, proceed with the
following steps.
Open ”Media Center” on the
computer and press the up or down
arrow to select Tasks.
Press the left arrow to select
settings.
Use the up or down arrow to
highlight Extender and then
press the up arrow to highlight
add extender. Click Enter.
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Media Center Configuration
You will see a Welcome to Windows
Media Center screen. Click Enter or
select Next to continue.
You will be asked to enter the
Extender Setup key that you
noted earlier. After entering the
number, click Enter or select Next to
continue.
The next screen may ask about
firewalls and changing computer
settings, click Enter or select Next to
continue.
NOTE: Third party firewalls may require additional manual
configuration.
You will also be asked if you want to
make media files stored on your PC
available. All media files (pictures,
music, video) will be shared. You
can modify this later in the settings
menu. Click
Yes and click Enter or
select Next to continue.
You may also be asked to allow
changes to some computer
settings, including enabling Away
Mode. Away Mode is a power
saving mode, that allows your
Extender to continue to work even
if you power off your computer.
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Set up Extender
If you have a PC with Windows Vista Home Premium or Ultimate and a
home network, you can set up this device as a Media Center Extender.
For more information on Extender before setup, select Learn More.
To proceed with setup now, select Next.
Welcome to Windows Media Center
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Set up Extender
If you have a PC with Windows Vista Home Premium or Ultimate and a
home network, you can set up this device as a Media Center Extender.
For more information on Extender before setup, select Learn More.
To proceed with setup now, select Next.
Welcome to Windows Media Center
Extender Setup Screen
Sharing FilesSharing Files