The model and serial numbers are located at the
bottom of the base station. Record the serial number
in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. LF-X1 or LF-X5
Serial No.____________________________
Contacting Sony
If, after reading these operating instructions, you
have additional questions related to the use of your
Sony television, please call our Customer
Information Services Center at
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the TV to rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Do not let this unit get wet. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the unit. If any liquid or solid object fall
through the unit, do not operate the unit. It may result
in electric shock or damage to the unit.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
This equipment must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
The available scientific evidence does not show that any
health problems are associated with using low power
wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these
low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low
power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio
frequency (RF) energy in the microwave range while
being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health
effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that
does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse
health effects. Many studies of low level RF exposures
have not found any biological effects. Some studies have
suggested that some biological effects might occur, but
such findings have not been confirmed by additional
research. The LocationFreeTV has been tested and found
to comply with the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) guidelines on RF energy exposures. The maximum
SAR levels tested for the LF-X1 has been show to be 0.87
W/kg at Body. LF-X5 has been show to be 1.25 W/kg at
Body.
* This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
* When using the unit with 802.11a (5GHz), use in doors.
LF-X1
Contains FCC ID : AK8IRF302U
Contains IC : 409B-IRF302U
LF-X5
Base Station:
Contains FCC ID : AK8IRF302U
Contains IC : 409B-IRF302U
Monitor:
Contains FCC ID : AK8IRF303U
Contains IC : 409B-IRF303U
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause harmful interference,
and
(2)this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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NOTIFICATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference with radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
FCC WARNING
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
RECYCLING LITHIUMION RECHARGEABLE
BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by
returning your used rechargeable batteries to
the collection and recycling location nearest
you.
For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
For customers in the United States
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this product
may be regulated if sold in the United States. For disposal
or recycling information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance
(http://www.eiae.org).
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Table of Contents
What is a LocationFreeTV?................................................................................... 9
Identifying Parts and Controls............................................................................. 10
Setup and Connections .............................................. 17
Attaching the Base Station Stand ........................................................................ 19
Connecting to a TV Antenna ............................................................................... 20
Connecting to an External TV Tuner (STB) ....................................................... 20
Connecting Other Devices................................................................................... 21
Turning On the Power ......................................................................................... 23
Carrying and Positioning the Monitor................................................................. 28
Setting Up TV Channels...................................................................................... 30
Using the On-screen Remote Control.................................................................. 33
Connecting to the Internet ................................................................................... 37
The screen shots used in this manual are only example images.
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What is a LocationFreeTV?
What is a
LocationFreeTV?
The LocationFreeTV is an LCD television system that embodies the LocationFreeTM concept—the
ability to enjoy TV, videos, DVDs, Internet browsing, mail, and digital photos wherever you happen to
be. Whether you use it at home through a wireless or wired LAN connection, or away from home with
the NetAV function, the LocationFreeTV allows you to enjoy video images and other media from a
variety of locations.
At home, when you set up the base station in a central room, you are free to roam anywhere within its
wireless transmission range carrying only the monitor.
Away from home, you can access your TV, videos, and DVDs by using the system’s NetAV function to
connect to your base station through the Internet. You can enjoy browsing the Internet, composing and
reading mail, and viewing your digital albums.
You can also register other monitors to a base station. This allows you to use NetAV from the other
registered monitors.
z Tips
• The LocationFreeTV is composed of a monitor and
a base station that communicate with each other over
a wireless connection. The monitor must be within
about 100 feet (30 meters)* of the base station in
order to send and receive transmissions clearly.
* Signal strength will differ based on operating
environment.
• When the monitor is in communication with the base
station, the upper of the screen displays the
indicator. (Only when using in Home-Wireless
LAN.)
• The monitor operates on a rechargeable battery.
Recharge the battery using the AC power adapter
(supplied). (For the LF-X1, the monitor can be
recharged while in use, but not for the LF-X5.)
• When the power is turned on, the base station
continuously emits a wireless signal.
Note
The LocationFreeTV transmits on the 2.4 GHz and 5
GHz* wireless channels. In the average home, this
gives it a coverage range of about 100 feet (30 meters).
If other devices in the vicinity emit electrical waves,
such as a wireless LAN device or microwave oven, the
strength of the wireless signal may decrease. The
materials used in the construction of a building’s walls
and floors may also affect the signal strength.
* At time of purchase, the LocationFreeTV is set to
Note that metal objects may cling to the stand
because there is a powerful magnet inside.
qk LAN connector
Connect a LAN cable.
qh
qjqk
Notes
• The holes on parts of the monitor are not for attaching a
carrying strap. Do not pass a string or other cord through them
by which to hang the monitor.
• Don’t cover the rear vent for a prolonged time while using the
monitor. Doing so may cause the surface of the product to
increase in temperature.
• Avoid touching hot areas of the surface of the product for long
periods, especially if you have sensitive skin.
Doing so may cause swellings or blisters as symptoms of
moderate temperature burn.
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Base Station
The base station specifications are common to the LF-X1 and LF-X5.
Front
Rear
qf
qd
qs
qa
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
1WIRELESS indicator
Indicates the wireless function status.
Blue lit:
Green lit:
Connected with the monitor on the 5 GHz channel.
Connected with the monitor on the 2.4 GHz
channel.
Blue or green blinking (3 sec. intervals): Attempting to
connect with the monitor. The wireless function is
active but out of range.
2INTERNET indicator
Indicates the connection status to an external network, such
as the Internet.
Green blinking: Attempting to connect.
Green lit: Connected to the network. The indicator blinks
when packets are transmitted.
Off: Not connected.
3NetAV indicator
Indicates the NetAV connection status.
Green quick blinking: NetAV authentication has failed.
Green slow blinking: Attempting to connect with NetAV.
Green lit: Connected with NetAV.
Off: Not connected.
Red lit: The base station is being initialized.
when Dynamic DNS client settings fail.
Also turns red
4POWER indicator (1 page 26)
Green lit: The power is on.
Red flashing: A malfunction has occurred.
5POWER switch (1 page 26)
Turns the base station power on and off.
6LAN port (1 page 37)
Connect a LAN cable.
7USB port
8VHF/UHF jack (1 page 20)
Connect an antenna cable.
9VIDEO OUTPUT (AUDIO/VIDEO) terminal
(1 page 22)
Outputs audio/video signal input to the video input 2
terminal.
Connect audio and video cables.
0DC IN jack (1 page 23)
Connect the AC power adapter for the base station (supplied).
qaIR BLASTER port (1 page 33)
Connect the IR Blaster (supplied).
qsIN 1 (S-VIDEO/AUDIO/VIDEO) terminal (1 page 21)
Connect audio cables and either a video or S-video cable.
IN 2 (AUDIO/VIDEO) terminal (1page 21)
qd
Connect audio and video cables.
qfCLR CFG button (1 page 135)
Returns all settings on the base station, including line and
wireless connection settings, to the factory defaults.
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Checking the Package
Contents
After unpacking, check that all the following
items have been included:
◆For LF-X1
• Base station (1)
• Monitor (1)
•Stylus (1)
• BP-LX1A battery (1)
• AC-LX1B AC power adapter for the base
station (1)
• AC-LX1M AC power adapter for the monitor (1)
• IR Blaster (1)
•Power cord (2)
• Operating instructions (1)
• Quick Start Guide (1)
• Base station stand (1)
• Important software notice (1)
• Ferrite core (for External Keyboard)
Identifying Parts and Controls
◆For LF-X5
• Base station (1)
• Monitor (1)
•Stylus (1)
• BP-LX5A battery (1)
• BP-LX5B battery (1)
• AC-LX1B AC power adapter for the base
station (1)
• AC-LX5M AC power adapter for the monitor (1)
• IR Blaster (1)
•Power cord (2)
• Carrying case (1)
• Operating instructions (1)
• Quick Start Guide (1)
• Base station stand (1)
• Important software notice (1)
Note
Be sure to turn off the monitor power when putting the
monitor in the carrying case.
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Setup and Connections
BASIC: Installing and Connecting
Attaching the Base Station Stand............................... page 19
Connecting to a TV Antenna ...................................... page 20
Connecting to an External TV Tuner (STB) ................ page 20
Connecting Other Devices.......................................... page 21
Turning On the Power ................................................. page 23
Carrying and Positioning the Monitor ......................... page 28
BASIC: Basic Setting
Setting Up TV Channels............................................. page 30
Using the On-screen Remote Control ........................ page 33
Connecting to the Internet .......................................... page 37
Connecting with NetAV............................................... page 60
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Attaching the Base Station Stand
BASIC: Installing and Connecting
Attaching the Base
Station Stand
To keep the base station stable, attach the base
station stand.
Install the 4 rubber feet and 2 stoppers so they fit
in the proper holes on the stand.
Stopper
Stopper
Stand
Setup and Connections
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Connecting to a TV
Antenna
The procedure for connecting to a TV antenna differs depending on the type of antenna jack in your wall.
Some antenna jacks require a separate converter or splitter (not supplied). For more information, contact
your Sony dealer.
Keep the antenna cable as far as possible from
other power cords and cables.
Antenna cable (not supplied)
to antenna
Rear of base station
Connecting to an
External TV Tuner
(STB)
There are two different procedures for connecting a set-top box (STB), depending on whether the settop box connects to the antenna cable or to the video input terminal on the base station.
Connecting to the antenna cable
Cable outlet
Signal flow
Antenna cable
(not supplied)
STB
Connecting to the video input terminal
Refer to “Connecting Other Devices” (1 page 21).
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Rear of base station
Antenna cable
(not supplied)
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Connecting Other Devices
Connecting Other
Devices
External devices featuring an A/V output terminal - such as a VCR, AV amplifier, DVR, DVD player/
recorder, or digital cable - can be connected to the base station. You can also connect a digital video
camera or similar device directly to the AV IN jack on the monitor to watch video (LF-X1 only).
Refer also to the operating instructions that came with the connected equipment.
Rear of base station
S-video cable
Video cable
Audio cable
or
Setup and Connections
to IN1 You can also
connect to the IN2 terminal.
S-video and A/V cable (not
supplied)
If your VCR is not equipped with
an S-video jack, use a standard
audio/video cable (e.g., VMC810S, not supplied).
to the S-video and A/V
output jacks
Audio/video signal flow
Watching video on a
connected device
Select [Video 1] in the [Index] window. You can
operate the connected device using the on-screen
remote control on the monitor. Open the [Index]
window, select [Video 1], [Video 2], or [Monitor
Video In] (LF-X1 only) according to the input
terminal to which the device is connected.
Antenna cable
(not supplied)
to VHF/UHF
output jack
Note
If you have connected a DVD player to the base station
via a VCR, the VCR’s copy guard function may distort
or dim the DVD picture. Connect the DVD player
directly to the video input terminal on the base station.
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Using a VCR and TV
Connect the VCR to the VIDEO INPUT 2 terminal on the base station, and then connect the
VIDEO OUTPUT terminal on the base station to the A/V input terminal on the TV, as shown
below.
Rear of base station
The VIDEO OUT terminal outputs the
audio/video signal coming from the
device connected to the IN2 terminal.
Antenna cable
(not supplied)
to A/V input
terminal
A/V cable
(not supplied)
to A/V output
from antenna
to VHF/UHF
input jack
VCR
Audio/video signal flow
terminal
to VHF/UHF
output jack
Connecting a Digital Video
Camera Directly to the
Monitor (LF-X1 Only)
Use a mini AV cable (not supplied: VMCN320TP, VMC-N120TT) to connect a digital
video camera directly to the AV IN jack on the
left side of the monitor.
Antenna cable
(not supplied)
to VHF/
UHF
input
TV
Antenna cable (not supplied)
jack
Antenna
splitter
(not
supplied)
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Turning On the Power
Turning On the
Power
Connecting the Power Cord to
the Base Station
Finish making all other connections before connecting the power cord.
Rear of base station
Powe r
switch
to wall outlet
AC-LX1B AC power
Power cord (supplied)
adapter (supplied)
Setup and Connections
to DC IN
Connect the power cord to the base station AC power adapter (AC-LX1B), and the AC power
adapter to the DC IN jack on the base station, then plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
Notes
• Be sure to use the base station AC power adapter
(AC-LX1B). The monitor AC power adapter
(AC-LX1M for the LF-X1, AC-LX5M for the LFX5) cannot be used as a substitute.
• Do not bundle the base station AC power adapter
cord and the antenna cable together. Doing so may
interfere with your television reception.
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Inserting the Battery
Removing the battery
◆For the LF-X1
1
Place the monitor on a soft cloth with the
LCD screen down.
2
From the top of the compartment (1), slide
the battery in as far as it will go (2).
Keep the monitor stand closed when
inserting the battery.
Symbol
Push and hold the tab in the direction of the arrow
(1), then slide the battery upward (2).
◆For the LF-X5
1
Place the monitor on a soft cloth with the
LCD screen down.
Notes
• Insert the battery so that the side with the symbol
faces upward.
• Insert the battery until you hear it click.
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Turning On the Power
2
Slide the LOCK/UNLOCK latch on the back
of the monitor to the UNLOCK position.
From the bottom of the compartment, slide
the battery into the monitor until it clicks
into place.
Slide the LOCK/UNLOCK latch into the
LOCK position.
LOCK/UNLOCK latch
Setup and Connections
Removing the battery
Slide the LOCK/UNLOCK latch on the back of
the monitor to the UNLOCK position.
Push and hold the RELEASE latch.
While holding the RELEASE latch, slide the
battery away from the monitor.
RELEASE latch
LOCK/UNLOCK latch
Connecting the Power Cord to
the Monitor
◆For the LF-X1
Do not remove the
ferrite core.
AC-LX1M AC power
Power cord (supplied)
to a wall outlet
adapter (supplied)
to DC IN
Ferrite core
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◆For the LF-X5
Power cord (supplied)
to a wall outlet
Turning on the power
1
Press POWER on the front of the base
station to turn it on.
Do not remove the
ferrite core.
AC-LX5M AC power
adapter (supplied)
2
Turn on the monitor.
◆For the LF-X1
Press POWER on the top of the monitor to
turn it on.
to DC IN
Ferrite core
The POWER indicator on the front of the
base station lights green.
Power indicator
◆For the LF-X5
Slide POWER on top of the monitor to turn
it on.
The POWER indicator on the top of the
monitor lights green, and the TV picture
appears.
Turning off the monitor power
For the LF-X1, press POWER again.
For the LF-X5, slide POWER again.
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Turning On the Power
z Tip
The TV picture appears soon after you turn on the
monitor, but the monitor takes a while longer to finish
starting up. If you press INDEX on the top of the
monitor or touch the screen, the message “Starting up,
please wait...” appears.
Notes
• When using Home-Wireless mode, if no TV picture
appears after pressing POWER on the monitor, or if
appears at the top of the screen, check the
base station to make sure the power is turned on.
• For the LF-X5, when the safety function detects that
the monitor has reached extreme temperatures, the
message [Temperature elevation reached safety
limit. Automatically turning off the power.] appears,
and the power automatically turns off.
Charging the Battery
Connect the monitor AC power adapter (ACLX1M) to charge the battery. You can use the
monitor while it is charging. For the LF-X5, you
cannot charge the battery while using the
monitor.
During charging, the battery charge indicator on
the left side of the monitor lights red. The
indicator goes off when charging is finished.
◆For the LF-X5
to wall outlet
Power cord
(supplied)
AC-LX5M AC power adapter (supplied)
Battery charging time
Charging
method
LF-X1Monitor AC
power
adapter
(AC-LX1M)
LF-X5Monitor AC
power
adapter
(AC-LX5M)
* Times are approximate
Monitor OnMonitor
2.5 hours*2 hours*
(Charge
disabled)
Battery Life
Setup and Connections
to DC IN
Off
BP-LX5A:
80 minutes*
BP-LX5B:
3 hours*
◆For the LF-X1
to wall outlet
Powe r cord
(supplied)
AC-LX1M AC power adapter (supplied)
to DC IN
Approximate life of a fully charged battery:
◆For the LF-X1
4 hours* at minimum Backlight
3 hours* at medium Backlight
1 hour 40 minutes* at maximum Backlight
◆For the LF-X5
BP-LX5A: 80 minutes*
BP-LX5B: 2.5 hours*
* Times are approximate.
It is based on continuous television viewing.
Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns.
A warning appears 1 minute before the battery
runs out.
The battery indicator at the top of the screen also
shows the remaining battery charge.
(100% charge
remains)
(30% charge
remains)
(10% charge
remains)
(Power will
shut off soon)
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Notes
• When storing the battery long-term, use up any
remaining charge, then remove the battery and store
it in a cool place. In addition, fully charge the battery
and use up the entire charge at least once a year,
before returning the battery to storage.
• Like other rechargeable batteries, the supplied
lithium-ion battery gradually loses its ability to
charge with repeated use. When battery life
decreases significantly, it is time to buy a new
battery. The battery can be charged about 300 times
before it needs replacement.
• Depending on the type of battery, the battery charge
may run out and cause the power to shut off before
the indicator appears.
r
Carrying and
Positioning the
Monitor
Using the Monitor Handle
(LF-X1 Only)
Pull out and use the handle on top when carrying
the monitor.
Pull
Adjusting the Monitor Stand
◆For the LF-X1
Use the monitor stand
to adjust the screen
angle, as shown. The
stand has a range of
120 degrees.
Under normal lighting conditions.
◆For the LF-X5
Make the monitor upright using the stand on the
bottom.
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Carrying and Positioning the Monitor
Note
The stand will come off if force is applied. If the stand
comes off, reinstall it in the proper position. Be careful
not to swallow the stand.
Adjusting the Viewing Angle
◆For the LF-X1
The monitor is best viewed within 60 degrees
above or below and 70 degrees to the left or right
of the center of the screen, as shown.
◆For the LF-X5
The monitor is best viewed within 60 degrees
above, 40 degrees below, and 70 degrees to the
left or right of the center of the screen, as shown.
Setup and Connections
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BASIC: Basic Setting
Setting Up TV
Channels
You must first use “Auto Program” to
automatically preset channels before you can
watch TV. Be sure to automatically preset
channels at a location where radio wave
conditions are stable.
2
Select [Settings] at the bottom right of the
screen.
Auto Program (for the Built-in
Tun er)
1
Remove the stylus from its compartment,
then touch anywhere on the screen with it.
You can extend the stylus if you want.
◆For the LF-X1
◆For the LF-X5
The [Settings] window appears.
3
Select [TV/Video].
[TV/Video]
The [TV/Video] window appears.
4
Select [Channel Settings].
[Channel Settings]
[Settings]
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The [Channel Settings] window appears.
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Setting Up TV Channels
5
For [CABLE], select [ON] or [OFF], then
select [Auto Program].
Note
To perform automatic channel set up for cable TV
(channels 1 to 125), select [ON] for [CABLE] in
step 5.
Channel scanning begins. It may take several
minutes to complete scanning.
6
When scanning ends successfully, the
message “Automatic channel scan has
finished.” appears. After confirming this
message, select [OK].
10
Select an Internal TV tuner, and then select
[Back].
The [Remote Settings] window reappears.
11
Select [Back], [Settings], then select [Exit].
The [TV/Video] window reappears.
12
Select [TV] in the [Index] window, then
touch anywhere on the screen.
The on-screen remote control appears.
Setup and Connections
7
Select [Back].
The [TV/Video] window reappears.
8
Select [Remote Settings].
The [Remote Settings] window appears.
9
Select [TV].
On the [Remote Settings] window, you can
configure the on-screen remote control.
The [TV] window appears.
13
Select a TV channel.
[Settings]
The TV channel you selected appears.
When you are finished…
• Go to page 37 to set up Internet and e-mail
options.
• Start watching TV (1 page 65).
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Auto Program (for the
External TV Tuner)
To connect a device such as a set-top box (STB)
using an antenna cable, proceed as follows.
Before making the following settings, connect the
set-top box to the base station. Also set up and
connect the IR Blaster.
For more on how to connect to devices,
see page 21. For more on how to set up and
connect the IR Blaster, see page 33.
1
Open the [Settings] window and select [TV/
Video].
The [TV/Video] window appears.
2
Select [Channel Settings].
The [Channel Settings] window appears.
3
Select [OFF] under [CABLE], turn on the
set-top box, then select [Auto Program].
Note
If programs from the STB do not appear at this
point, touch the screen and use the on-screen
remote to select channel 3 or 4, whichever
displays the STB programs.
8
Open the [Settings] window and select [TV/
Video].
The [TV/Video] window appears.
9
Select [Remote].
The [Remote] window appears.
10
Select [TV].
On the [Remote Settings] window, you can
configure the on-screen remote control.
The [TV] window appears.
11
Select [External TV tuner], and select the
make and type of the connected device, then
press [Power].
Note
If the set-top box is turned off, channels received
by the set-top box cannot be preset automatically.
Make sure the set-top box is turned on.
4
When channel scanning ends successfully,
the message “Automatic channel scan has
finished.” appears.
5
Confirm the message, and then select [OK].
6
Select [Back].
The [TV/Video] window reappears.
7
Select [Settings], then select [Exit].
A TV program appears.
Make sure the programs that appear are from
the STB and not the internal tuner. Then
proceed with the remote control settings.
When the device is configured correctly, you
can turn it on and off by selecting [Power].
Use the sub-screen to confirm that the power
turns on and off.
If selecting [Power] several times does not
turn on and off the connected devices, make
sure the make and type you have selected are
correct.
Notes
• Even if the power turns on and off correctly
with [Power], other buttons may not be
enabled. If this happens, select [Video 1] or
[Video 2] from the Index. With the on-screen
remote that appears when you touch the screen,
confirm that the buttons are enabled by
pressing them.
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• Some devices may not have a [Power] button
(e.g. DVR). In this case, as well, use the onscreen remote to display [Video 1] or [Video 2]
and confirm that the buttons are enabled.
12
Select [Back].
The [Remote] window reappears.
13
Select [Back].
The [TV/Video] window reappears.
14
Select [Settings], then select [Exit].
Using the On-screen Remote Control
Using the Onscreen Remote
Control
Configure the on-screen remote control for
external devices connected to the base station
using the IR Blaster (supplied). For more on
connecting other devices, see “Connecting Other
Devices” (1 page 21).
Setting Up and Connecting
the IR Blaster
1
Connect the IR Blaster to the IR BLASTER
port on the base station.
Setup and Connections
to IR BLASTER port
2
Position the IR Blaster above the infrared
receiver on the external device.
To locate the infrared receiver, see the
operating instructions for the connected
device. Make sure to place the IR Blaster just
above the infrared receiver.
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Note
Do not remove the backing paper from the IR
Blaster yet.
IR Blaster
Infrared transmitter
4
Select [Remote Settings].
The [Remote Settings] window appears.
5
Select [Video 1] or [Video 2] according to
the input terminal to which the device is
connected.
The [Video 1] or [Video 2] window appears.
Infrared receiver
When controlling two devices with the IR
Blaster, position the devices and the IR
Blaster as shown.
IR Blaster
Infrared receivers
If the infrared receivers on two devices do
not line up and cannot be controlled with the
single supplied IR Blaster, you need to
purchase a plug adapter (not supplied) and
another IR Blaster. Connect the plug adapter
to the IR BLASTER port on the base station
and connect each IR Blaster to a port on the
adapter plug.
z Tips
• If the IR Blaster cable is too short, use the
extension cable (RK-G138, not supplied).
• Infrared receivers on Sony VCRs and other
products are identified with the symbol.
3
Open the [Settings] window and select [TV/
Video].
The [TV/Video] window appears.
6
From the list in the upper part of the window,
select the make and type of the connected
device, then select [Power].
When you select a make, various types for
that make are displayed.
Select a make.
[Power]Select a type.
When the device is configured correctly, you
can turn it on and off by selecting [Power].
Use the sub-screen to confirm that the power
turns on and off.
If selecting [Power] several times does not
turn on and off the connected device, make
sure the make and type you have selected are
correct.
Notes
• Even if the power turns on and off correctly
with [Power], other buttons may not be
enabled. If this happens, select [Video 1] or
[Video 2] from the Index. With the on-screen
remote that appears when you touch the screen,
confirm that the buttons are enabled by
pressing them.
• Some devices may not have a [Power] button
(e.g. DVR). In this case, as well, use the onscreen remote to display [Video 1] or [Video 2]
and confirm that the buttons are enabled.
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Connecting two devices to a single
input terminal
Set the device directly connected to the unit
as the first device.
When connecting an all-in-one
device (e.g., a VCR+DVD player)
The second remote control is automatically
set when you select a device displayed as allin-one device from the [Typ e ] l ist (e.g., Sony
“VCR+DVD Player”). Touch the [Switch]
button on the on-screen remote control to
switch between the remote control for the
VCR and the remote control for the DVD
player.
7
Select [Back].
The [Remote] window reappears.
Using the On-screen Remote Control
11
Select the type of the on-screen remote
control.
The remote control appears at the right side
of the screen, so that you can control the
connected equipment.
z Tip
You can change channels by sliding the stylus
across the screen from left to right or right to left,
if the connected equipment contains a tuner, such
as cable TV set-top box. For more information,
see “Watching TV and Video” (1 page 65).
12
After checking that the connected devices
operate properly, remove the backing paper
from the IR Blaster.
Backing paper
Setup and Connections
8
Select [Back] or [Exit].
The [TV/Video] window reappears.
9
Select [Settings], then select [Exit].
10
Open the [Index] window.
[Video 1] or [Video 2] in the window is now
replaced with the type name of the selected
on-screen remote control.
Example: When you have set the remote
control for a DVD player to
[Video 1], [Video 1] is replaced
with [DVD Player].
13
Secure the IR Blaster in the location you
determined in step 2 (1 page 33).
Setting up multiple external devices
First, connect the devices you want to use.
1
Follow steps 3 to 6 in “Setting Up and
Connecting the IR Blaster” (1 page 33) to
configure the first device.
2
Select the make and type of the second
device (the one connected via the first
device) from the [Make] list in the lower part
of the window. Make sure you can turn the
device on and off.
3
Secure each IR Blaster in the location you
determined in step 2 (1 page 33).
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Notes
• Operate the on-screen remote control in the
same way as the remote control supplied with
the connected device. You cannot operate
buttons with the on-screen remote control that
are not supported by the actual remote control.
• The button names on the on-screen remote
control do not exactly match those on the actual
remote control.
• When using the remote control for all-in-one
devices, selecting the [Switch] button changes
simultaneously changes the on-screen remote
control and picture. However, if the new
picture does not match the displayed remote
control, pressto change pictures.
• If you press the DVR [Rec] button, the message
“Start recording? When recording is in
progress, pressing OK may terminate current
recording.” appears. This message appears
when you press the [Rec] button to stop
recording.
• Even if the digital cable does not have a [Rec]
button, pressing the [Rec] button on the onscreen remote control displays the message
“Start recording? When recording is in
progress, pressing OK may terminate current
recording.”
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Connecting to the Internet
Connecting to the
Internet
To browse the web and use mail, you must first connect the LocationFreeTV to the Internet. The
LocationFreeTV can be connected to the Internet through a cable TV line, or DSL line.
Necessary Equipment
Use the following table to determine the equipment and cables you need for your type of Internet
connection. After preparing the necessary items, go to the page number listed for your connection type
and follow the example to complete the connection.
Internet connection type Necessary equipmentNecessary cables
Cable connection
(Cable TV line)
DSL connection
(Analog telephone line)
* To access the Internet, you also need to contract with an Internet service provider (ISP).
* DSL modems that connect via a USB interface are not supported.
Cable modemLAN cablepages 38 and 39
DSL modem and splitterLAN cablepages 38 and 39
For connection
example, see
Setup and Connections
Note
You cannot connect the LocationFreeTV to the
Internet if your ISP
• prevents devices other than computers from
connecting to the Internet.
• requires you to install special software on devices
connecting to the Internet.
• requires you to configure settings that are not
available on the LocationFreeTV.
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Connection Examples
This section offers examples of some typical methods for connecting to the Internet. The connection
method you should use depends on your ISP. For more information, contact your ISP.
• Connecting to a cable or DSL modem
Use a LAN cable (not supplied) to connect the LAN port on the base station to a cable or DSL modem.
If your apartment building is equipped with Ethernet wall jacks, directly connect the base station to a
wall jack.
z Tip
Labels such as ETHER, 10 Base-T/100 Base-TX,
LAN, and ENET are used to identify the Ethernet
port on a cable or DSL modem.
Cable or DSL modem
to Internet
To complete the connection, refer to
the operating instructions that came
with your cable or DSL modem.
Signal flow
Notes
• LAN cables come in two kinds: straight-wired and
cross-wired. The type of cable you should use
depends on what kind of cable modem or DSL
modem you have. For more information, see the
operating instructions for your modem.
• For more information on setting up the connection to
your cable or DSL modem, see the operating
instructions for your modem. If you are still unsure
of how to connect your modem, contact your cable
TV company, DSL network administrator, or ISP.
Rear of base station
LAN cable (not supplied)
to LAN port
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• Connecting several devices to a modem with a router
Connecting to the Internet
Setup and Connections
Cable or DSL modem
to Internet
LAN cable
(not supplied)
to LAN port
Signal flow
• Depending on your Internet service contract, you
may not be able to connect the LocationFreeTV with
multiple devices, such as several other computers.
For more information, contact your cable TV
company, DSL network administrator, or ISP.
• To determine what kind of LAN cable to use, see the
operating instructions for your router, cable modem,
or DSL modem.
• For details on setting up the connection, also refer to
the operating instructions for your router, cable
modem, or DSL modem.
Router
LAN cable
(not supplied)
PCPC
What is a router?
A router is a piece of equipment that relays
signals between networks.
Using a router allows several devices to share one
Internet connection. See page 40 for more on how
to configure router settings.
• Configuring router settings
• If the operating instructions for your router
direct you to use a web browser (Internet
Explorer or Netscape Navigator) to access the
router’s settings screen, you can do so by
inputting the router’s IP address in the address
field on the Web window (1 page 74). You
must also configure network settings for the
LocationFreeTV (1 page 40).
• For more information on configuring router
settings, refer to the operating instructions for
your router.
• The settings for some routers may not be
configured from the Internet screen. In this
case, make settings using your computer.
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Configuring
If an error message “Cannot
connect to the web server.” appears
Network Settings
Refer to the documents provided by your ISP
when configuring network settings.
Before Configuring Network
Settings
Check that:
• The base station power is turned on.
• Have you established wireless communication
between the base station and the monitor in
Home mode?
• The LAN cable is connected to the base station
(when connecting via LAN).
Connecting via LAN (DHCP)
With this type of Internet connection a DHCP
server automatically assigns the IP address,
subnet mask, and default gateway.
Go on to step 3 and verify the DHCP connection
settings.
3
Select [Settings] at the bottom right of the
screen.
The [Settings] window appears.
4
Select [Base station].
The [Base station] window appears.
5
Select [Internet Connection].
The [Internet Connection] window appears.
6
Select the [Settings] button to the right of
[LAN (DHCP/Manual IP address Settings)].
LAN (DHCP/Manual IP address setting)
Note
Be sure to make the setting in a location where wireless
communication is possible.
z Tip
Follow the steps below to connect to the Internet when
using a router.
1
Press INDEX on the top of the monitor.
The [Index] window appears.
2
Select [Web].
The Internet connection is established when
the LocationFreeTV web page appears.
(This web page is set as the default
homepage.)
The [LAN (DHCP/Manual IP address
Settings)] window appears.
Check that values have been automatically
assigned for the IP address, subnet mask,
and default gateway.
z Tip
Depending on your ISP, you may need to input a
Host Name.
7
Select [Back].
The [Internet Connection] window
reappears.
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Configuring Network Settings
Cl
Connecting via LAN
(Assigning an IP Address
Manually)
1
Perform steps 3 through 6 of “Connecting
via LAN (DHCP)” (1 page 40) to display
the [LAN (DHCP/Manual IP address
Settings)] window.
2
Clear the check box next to [Automatic DNS
configuration], and input the proper value
for [DNS1] and [DNS2].
earing the check box for the above
items also clears this check box
Clear this check box.
3
Select [LAN (DHCP/Manual IP address
setting)].
LAN (DHCP/Manual IP address setting)
A confirmation window appears.
4
Select [OK].
This sets the configuration for “LAN
(DHCP/Manual IP address Settings)”.
5
Select [Back], [Settings], then select [Exit].
Setup and Connections
When you are finished…
[Back]
[Set]
Refer to the documents provided by
your ISP to input the proper values.
Connect to the Internet and check that you can
open web pages. For details on how to open a web
page, see “Viewing Web Pages: Basics”
(1 page 74).
z Tips
• You may capture and save the configured setup
screen for future reference (1 page 70).
• For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
The [Internet Connection] window
reappears.
Connecting Via LAN (PPPoE)
1
Select [Settings] at the bottom right of the
screen.
If [Settings] is not shown, touch anywhere
on the screen to make it appear.
The [Settings] window appears.
2
Select [Base station].
The [Base station] window appears.
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3
Select [Internet Connection].
The [Internet Connection] window appears.
4
Select the [Settings] button to the right of
[LAN (PPPoE)].
The [LAN (PPPoE)] window appears.
5
Input the proper values for each item, and
select [Set], then select [Back].
1 Internet service provider (ISP) name
This is used to identify your ISP. Most ISPs
do not require this entry. Enter the name only
when required by your ISP.
2 Access ID
This is used to verify that the user has
authorization to connect to the Internet.
*1
3 Internet connection password
This is used to verify that the user has
authorization to connect to the Internet.
For security, password characters are shown
as asterisks.
4 DNS1*3 and DNS2*4 parameters
Enter the DNS addresses specified by your
ISP. If you select the check box next to
[Automatic DNS configuration], the
addresses are automatically acquired.
Note that some ISPs do not allow addresses to
be acquired automatically.
*2
The following terms may differ depending
on your ISP. For more information, see the
documents supplied by your ISP.
*1
Connection ID is also known as user ID, PPP
login name, network ID, connection login
name, account name, logon name, login ID,
or connection account.
*2
Password is also known as PPP password,
network password, connection password, or
login password.
*3
DNS1 is also known as primary DNS server,
primary name server, or domain name server.
*4
DNS2 is also known as secondary DNS
server, secondary name server, or domain
name server.
The [Internet Connection] window
reappears.
z Tips
• For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
• You may capture and save the configured setup
screen for future reference (1 page 70).
6
Select [LAN (PPPoE)].
LAN (PPPoE)
A confirmation window appears.
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z Tip
To input the DNS address manually, clear the
check box next to [Automatic DNS
configuration], input values for [DNS1] and
[DNS2], and then select [Set].
5 [Set] button
6 [Back] button
Note
PPPoE connections are not guaranteed for all
DSL providers.
7
Select [OK].
This sets the configuration for “LAN
(PPPoE)”.
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Setting Up Mail
8
Select [Back], [Settings], then select [Exit].
When you are finished…
Connect to the Internet and check that you can
open web pages. For directions on how to open a
web page, see “Viewing Web Pages: Basics”
(1 page 74).
Setting Up Mail
To send and receive mail, you must configure the
LocationFreeTV to access your mail account.
Refer to the documents provided by your ISP
when configuring mail settings.
z Tip
The LocationFreeTV can only be programmed to
access one mail account.
1
Select [Settings] at the bottom right of the
screen.
If [Settings] is not shown, touch anywhere
on the screen to make it appear.
The [Settings] window appears.
2
Select [E-mail].
The [E-mail] window appears.
Setup and Connections
3
Select [Send/Receive].
The [Send/Receive] window appears.
4
Input the proper values for each item, then
select [OK].
1 Name
Enter the name you want to appear as the
sender’s name on your outgoing mail.
Symbols cannot be used.
2 E-mail Address
Enter the mail address you want to appear as
the sender’s address on your outgoing mail.
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3 Account Name
This is used to verify that the user has
authorization to access the mail account.
4 Password
This is used to verify that the user has
authorization to access the mail account.
For security, password characters are shown
as asterisks.
5 POP3
Specify the server from which to receive mail.
6 SMTP
Specify the server from which to send mail.
*3
*4
*1
*2
7 Keep e-mail stored on the server
Usually select [No]. Select [Yes] if you want
the mail you receive on the LocationFreeTV
to be available later on another device (e.g.,
computer). If you select [Yes], you will
repeatedly receive the same mail. The factory
preset is [No].
8 Check e-mail automatically
Specify how often (from 0 to 999 minutes)
the LocationFreeTV should check for new
mail. If you select 0 minutes, the
LocationFreeTV will not check for new mail.
This setting is not available for the LF-X5.
9 Font Size
Select the size at which mail text appears on
the screen.
0 [OK] button
5
Select [Settings], then select [Exit].
When you are finished…
Check that you can send and receive mail. See
“Composing Mail” (1 page 89) and “Reading
Mail” (1 page 93).
No special settings are necessary for using the
LocationFreeTV at home. It is ready for use.
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z Tips
• For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
• You may capture and save the configured setup
screen for future reference (1 page 70).
The following terms may differ depending
on your ISP. For more information, see the
documents supplied by your ISP Or consult
your ISP.
*1
Mail account is also known as user name,
POP account, mail server login name, mail
login name, POP server account, or POP
server login name.
*2
Mail password is also known as mail server
password.
*3
POP3 server is also known as POP server or
mail receiving server.
*4
SMTP server is also known as mail sending
server.
The [E-mail] window reappears.
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Guide to On-screen Icons
BASIC: Guide to On-screen Icons
No special settings are necessary for using the Location Free TV at home. It is ready for use.
Guide to On-screen Icons
The following icons appear at the top of the screen to indicate the connection status of the
LocationFreeTV.
Example: A wireless connection is established at home.
Icons
IconMeaning
Home mode is selected for the monitor setting.
Setup and Connections
On the go mode is selected for the monitor setting.
Wireless is selected for the monitor setting.
Not yet connected to the network, such as when the monitor is unable to connect to
the network or IP address acquisition from the DHCP server is in progress.
Wired LAN is selected for the monitor setting.
Not yet connected to the network, such as when the monitor is unable to connect to
the network or IP address acquisition from the DHCP server is in progress.
Displayed when connected to the base station by Wireless Home mode or Wired
LAN in Home mode. With this icon shown on the monitor, TV programs are
displayed correctly.
Not connected with the base station. (Out of range.)
Connected with NetAV
Another monitor bound to the base station is connected with NetAV. (The monitor is
communicating with the base station, but because another monitor is connected with
NetAV, TV is not available. Select the [GetAV] button to watch TV.)
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Example 1) When Wireless is selected in
On the go mode
Example 2) When Wired LAN is selected
in Home mode
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Wireless Connection at Home
ADVANCE: Selecting a Connection Type for the
Monitor
This section describes the settings you need to
configure in order to use the monitor at a location
away from home, such as a public wireless access
like a hotel or cafe.
You can set the monitor to connect directly with
the base station in your home, to connect to the
base station while away from home, and to
communicate wirelessly or via wired LAN.
“Home mode” describes the monitor when
connected with the base station while inside your
home. Using the monitor away from home is
called “On the go mode”. In each of these modes,
the monitor can communicate wirelessly or via
wired LAN.
z Tip
The on-screen icons change as follows depending on
the current settings and connection status.
Wireless
Connection at
Home
1
Open the [Settings] window and select
[Monitor].
The [Monitor] window appears.
2
Select [Wireless] under [Home].
Setup and Connections
3
Select [Back].
The connection mode is changed.
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Wired LAN
Wired LAN
Connection at
Home
1
Open the [Settings] window and select
[Monitor].
The [Monitor] window appears.
2
Select [Wired LAN] under [Home].
Connection On the
Go
1
Open the [Settings] window and select
[Monitor].
The [Monitor] window appears.
2
Select [Wired LAN] under [On the go].
3
Select [Back].
The connection mode is changed.
Note
For more on how to set [Wired LAN] under [Home],
refer to page 53.
3
Select [Back].
The connection mode is changed.
Note
For more on setting the IP address in [Wired LAN]
under [On the go], refer to “Setting Up the Monitor”
on page 54. In that case, however, step 2 should read
“Select [Settings] to the right of [On the go - Wired
LAN].”
Also, for more on settings necessary for watching TV,
refer to “Setting Up NetAV” on page 56.
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Wireless Connection On the Go
Wireless
Connection On the
Go
1
Open the [Settings] window and select
[Monitor].
The [Monitor] window appears.
2
Select [Wireless] under [On the go].
Setting Up to Use Public
Wireless Access
Follow the steps below to configure the monitor
so it can use public wireless access at cafes,
bookstores, and other locations around town. For
convenience, you can save the configuration of
public wireless access you visit frequently.
The following is an example of how to establish a
connection. The actual connection method differs
depending on the public wireless access provider.
For details, refer to the instruction manual
provided by your public wireless access provider.
1
Open the [Settings] window and select
[Monitor].
The [Monitor] window appears.
2
Select [Settings] to the right of [Wireless]
under [On the go].
The [On the go-Wireless] window appears.
Setup and Connections
3
Select [Back].
The connection mode is changed.
Note
For more on setting the IP address in [Wireless]
under [On the go], refer to “Setting Up
the Monitor” on page 54. In that case, however,
step 2 should read “Select [Settings] to the right
of [On the go - Wireless].”
Also, for more on settings necessary for watching
TV, refer to “Setting Up NetAV” on page 56. The
settings under “Setting Up to Use Public Wireless
Access” on this page are also necessary.
3
Select [Public Wireless Access].
The [Public Wireless Access] window
appears.
A short while after the [Public Wireless
Access] window appears, a list of detected
access points is displayed.
Note
When the monitor is not set to [On the goWireless], you cannot select [Public Wireless
Access].
z Tip
You can also update the wireless network list by
selecting [Search/Update].
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Notes
• The LocationFreeTV does not support the
IBSS mode or the adhoc mode.
• Be aware that if the LocationFreeTV is not set
to encrypt transferred data, there is a danger
that data can be electronically intercepted.
LocationFreeTV can operate in the 51205250 MHz frequency band (the channels are
36,40,44,48). It is limited by the FCC,
Industry Canada and some other countries to
indoor use only.
4
You can connect to networks with a plus (+)
symbol under [Signal], but the procedure
differs under the following conditions.
When connecting to a network for the first
time:
Choose the network you want to connect to
from the list and select [Configure]. Proceed
to step 5.
When connecting to a network you have
connected to before:
A plus (+) symbol appears under [Avail.] on
the list. Select the network from the list and
proceed to step 8.
z Tip
To connect to a stealth SSID public wireless
access, select [New].
5
Refer to documents about the public wireless
access to configure the necessary items,
select [Set], and then select [Back].
An SSID is used to identify a wireless
network.
2 Alias
If necessary, set an Alias.
Enter a nickname for the public wireless
access. The alias can be up to 8 characters.
3 Authentication scheme
Configure the authentication scheme needed
to connect to the public wireless access.
Refer to documents about the public wireless
access to configure this setting.
4 Encryption
Configure these items when the public
wireless access is set for encryption.
Refer to documents about the public wireless
access to configure these settings.
z Tip
Many locations that offer public wireless
access use “No Encryption” access points.
In that case, select “No Encryption”.
WEP:
Enter a character string as an encryption key.
The encryption key length differs, however,
for different encryption strengths. See the
table below.
40 bit/64 bit
Key length
(Numeric)
Key length
(Hexidecimal)
WPA-PSK:
For WPA-PSK, enter a key that is between 8
and 64 characters long. Only hexidecimal
keys can use all the following characters: 0-9,
a-f, A-F.
5 characters
(0-9)
10 characters
(0-9, A-F, a-f)
104 bit/128
bit
13 characters
(0-9)
26 characters
(0-9, A-F, a-f)
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1 SSID
Enter the SSID (network name) of the public
wireless access you want to connect to.
6
If you changes the setting value in step 5,
press the [Set] button.
7
Select the [Back] button.
The [Public Wireless Access] window
reappears.
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About Wireless Security
8
Verify that the network you want to connect
to is selected, and select [Connect].
When the connection is complete, the SSID
for the current connection appears under
[Current connection]. If nothing is
continuously displayed in [Current
connection], the settings may not be
configured correctly. Select [Configure] and
verify the settings.
Notes
• A plus (+) symbol appears on an access point
under [Avail.] once it has been set.
You can only connect to access points with a
plus (+) symbol under [Avail.].
If you select from this list and still cannot
connect, repeat steps 5 through 7.
• There are public wireless access you can
connect to with “No Encryption”, but the data
you send and receive is unencrypted and may
be intercepted. Be sure to take note of this
when using the web and e-mail.
About Wireless
Security
Since communication via the wireless LAN
function is established by radio waves, the
wireless signal may be susceptible to
interception. To decrease this danger, the
LocationFreeTV supports various security
functions. Be sure to correctly configure the
security settings in accordance with your
intended purpose and network environment.
Wireless LAN security function of the
LocationFreeTV
• No encryption
Because raw data is transmitted, there is a
danger of interception.
This setting is not available for wireless LAN
communication between the base station and
the monitor.
•WEP
WEP is the wireless LAN security technology
specified by IEEE802.11. It applies encryption
to communications. There are two types of
encryption key length; 64-bit key and 128-bit
key. The 128-bit encryption key assures a
higher security level. A decryption technique
exists, however, so using the same encryption
key for an extended period of time is not
recommended.
• WPA-PSK with TKIP encryption
WPA is a security technology developed to
correct for the deficiencies of WEP. The
LocationFreeTV utilizes WPA together with
TKIP encryption. WPA-PSK with TKIP
encryption assures the highest security level
among the technologies supported by the
LocationFreeTV.
Setup and Connections
Security settings of the LocationFreeTV
• The security for wireless LAN communication
between the base station and the monitor is set
to WEP as the factory default. To increase the
security level, switch to WPA-PSK. Note,
however, that the communication stability may
differ depending on which technology you use,
WEP or WPA-PSK.
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• When connecting the monitor to a wireless
LAN environment other than that for
communication with the base station, the
monitor should be configured in accordance
with the security setting of the wireless LAN
environment. For settings information, contact
the network administrator.
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Enable Wired LAN
ADVANCE: Watching A/V via Home-Wired LAN
You can enjoy TV and video with the
LocationFreeTV “Home mode” via a wired
LAN, as well as via a wireless connection. To use
the wired LAN, you need to connect the monitor
to the Ethernet port on a wall or on a router with
a LAN cable (not supplied).
The wired LAN connection is useful when video
stops frequently due to a poor wireless
connection and appears at the top of the
screen.
MonitorBase station
z Tip
Different IP addresses must be assigned to the base
station and the monitor.
Note
You cannot use the wired LAN function when you
have connected the base station to the Internet using a
PPPoE LAN line or analog phone line.
Enable Wired LAN
The following settings are not necessary to use
‘web’ or ‘mail’ applications via a Home-Wired
LAN. But these settings are necessary to use TV
or video over the wired LAN.
Before the settings, you need to select [HomeWireless] mode on the [Monitor] window to
prepare for the base station settings over the
wireless connection.
1
Open the [Settings] window and select [Base
station].
The [Base station] window appears.
2
Select [Wired LAN Connection].
The [Wired LAN Connection] window
appears.
3
Select [Enable], then select [OK].
[Enable]
Setup and Connections
[OK]
The [Base station] window reappears.
4
Select [Settings], then select [Exit].
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Setting Up the Monitor
The IP address is set beforehand to be assigned
automatically. To set an IP address manually,
follow the steps below.
1
Open the [Settings] window and select
[Monitor].
The [Monitor] window appears.
2
Select [Settings] to the right of [HomeWired LAN].
The [Home-Wired LAN] window appears.
3
Enter the necessary information supplied by
your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and
select [Set].
Check this.
5
Select [Wired LAN] under [Home].
The message “Configuring... Please wait.”
appears.
To watch pictures via wired LAN, go on to
the “Base station Address” section.
Base station Address
The base station IP address must be input
correctly to watch TV and video in Home-Wired
LAN mode. If you connect to the base station
once in Home-Wireless mode, the IP address for
the base station can be automatically acquired.
You can confirm the acquired IP address by
selecting [Settings] for Home-Wired LAN on the
[Base station Address] screen.
Note
If does not appear, switch the connection
mode to [Home-Wireless] and then back to [HomeWired LAN].
[Back]Set
Notes
• Enter information provided by your Internet
Service Provider (ISP), such as IP addresses,
manually. If the information you enter is
incorrect, the monitor cannot connect to the
Internet.
• Do not enter the same IP address as the base
station. If you enter the same IP address, the
monitor and base station are unable to
communicate and you cannot connect to the
Internet or watch TV or video.
4
Select [Back].
The [Monitor] window reappears.
Connecting via Home-Wired
LAN
Connecting the monitor
After finishing the wired LAN setup, connect the
monitor to the Ethernet port on a wall or on a
router with a LAN cable (not supplied).
z Tip
You should use a straight-wired LAN cable to connect
the monitor. Most computers connect with the same
type of cable.
Note
Depending on the performance of your router or hub,
when enjoying TV or video via wired LAN, the
monitor may not be able to communicate correctly and
other devices connected to the Internet may be
adversely affected. When connecting by wired LAN,
be sure to use a 10/100Base-T router or hub.
To use the monitor outside the home-wired LAN,
see “Wireless Connection at Home” (1 page 47)
and “Wired LAN Connection at Home”
(1 page 48)
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What’s NetAV
ADVANCE: Making Use of NetAV
This section describes how to set up the NetAV
server on the base station and the NetAV client on
the monitor.
What’s NetAV
While you are away from home with your
monitor, you can connect it to your base station
via the Internet, enjoy TV, and control the VCR or
the DVD player in your home. This is the
“NetAV” function.
By connecting it to a public wireless access, you
can enjoy NetAV at a cafe via the Internet. You
can also enjoy NetAV at a hotel by connecting it
to the Internet via wired LAN.
Notes
• To use NetAV, you must perform the following
settings beforehand on the base station, router, and
other peripheral devices. Without configuring the
necessary settings, you will not be able to use the
NetAV function when you take the monitor away
from home.
• You cannot use NetAV when connected to the
Internet via an analog phone line that uses a dial-up
router.
Connecting to the Internet using the
NetAV function
Configuring the monitor settings allows you to
connect to the Internet using the NetAV function
from a wireless or wired LAN away from home.
NetAV settings must be configured when
connecting by either Wireless or Wired LAN. In
addition, when connecting wirelessly you must
configure [Wireless Monitor Settings], and when
connecting by Wired LAN you must configure
[Wired Monitor Settings].
Notes
• When using NetAV, the base station power must be
turned on.
• You must set up NetAV in advance while you are at
home and the monitor has a wireless connection to
the base station (Home-Wireless mode). If you
cannot connect to the base station in Home-Wireless
mode while away from home, you cannot change the
base station settings.
z Tips
• NetAV transmits video via the Internet. Currently,
we recommend the network throughput higher than
300 kbps (both uploading and downloading). If the
connection speed is too slow, the picture and sound
may cut out or be affected by noise, etc.
• Because the monitor does not have a PPPoE
function, you may need to configure the router
settings when using the monitor at a location other
than your home.
• If a firewall is set, you cannot use NetAV.
Setup and Connections
Line types not supported by NetAV
• Analog phone line using a dial-up router
• Cellular phones
Some other line types may not allow you to
connect with NetAV because of restrictions
imposed by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) or
the connection devices in use.
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Setting Up NetAV
You need to select [Home-Wireless] mode on the
[Monitor] window to prepare for the base station
settings over the wireless connection.
Making the base station accessible
by NetAV
The NetAV function allows you to enjoy movies
and other media while away from home by
accessing your base station via the Internet. It is
necessary, therefore, to set your base station so it
is accessible over the Internet.
4
Configure the necessary settings for each
item and select [OK].
Start up the NetAV server on the
base station
To use NetAV function, enable the NetAV port on
the base station, and set up so the base station is
accessible by NetAV while away from home.
1
Open the [Settings] window and select [Base
station].
The [Base station] window appears.
2
Select [NetAV Settings].
The [NetAV Settings] window appears.
Note
[NetAV Settings] can only be selected when the
monitor is set to Wireless Home mode. If you
cannot select [NetAV Settings], check your
monitor settings.
3
Select [Enable/Disable NetAV].
The [Enable/Disable NetAV] window
appears.
1 Select [Enable].
2 If necessary, change the port number of
the NetAV server.
3 Select [OK].
z Tip
For [Port number for the NetAV], enter a number
between 5021 and 5999.
Note
Configure the following items while the base
station and monitor are connected in HomeWireless mode.
The [NetAV Settings] window reappears.
5
Select [Back].
The [Base Station] window reappears.
6
Select [Settings], then select [Exit].
z Tip
When the base station is connected to the Internet
through a router, the router must be set to port
forwarding*. Refer to the “Port number for the
NetAV” in the [Enable/Disable NetAV] window, and
set access to the NetAV port to forward to the IP
address of the base station (1 This page).
* Some makers call it by different names such as port
transfer or static IP masquerade.
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Configuring the monitor to connect
using NetAV
6
Select [Settings], then select [Exit].
What’s NetAV
Setup and Connections
1
Open the [Settings] window and select
[Monitor].
The [Monitor] window appears.
2
Select [NetAV Settings].
The [NetAV Settings] window appears.
3
Select [NetAV Connection].
The [NetAV Connection] window appears.
Setting the Dynamic DNS client on
the base station
For more on how to configure settings, refer to
the LocationFreeTV FAQ
(http://www.sony.com/locationfree/faq/).
Registering Other Monitors
You can register other monitors to a single base
station. When registered, either monitor (B or
C) can connect to the base station A in On the
go-Wireless or Wired LAN mode and enjoy
NetAV.
B
A
1 IP address or base station domain name*
when connecting with NetAV.
If you input an IP address, enter the IP
address you wrote down in the section
“Setting Up the Monitor” (1 page 54) or,
input the domain name you acquired.
2 Port number for the NetAV
Enter the port number for the NetAV server.
(Set the port number between 5021 and
5999.)
3 [OK] button
The [NetAV Settings] window reappears.
5
Select [Back].
The [Monitor] window appears.
C
A
Notes
• You cannot use Registering Other Monitors for
purposes other than individual use.
• To use Registering Other Monitors, the base station
A must have the necessary environment and
settings to connect with NetAV. For more on NetAV,
see page 55.
• The registered other monitors (B and C) cannot
connect to the base station A in Home-Wireless or
Wired LAN mode.
• Up to 4 monitors can be registered with a single base
station, but multiple monitors cannot view video and
TV content at the same time.
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For example, you can register monitor B
to base station A in following
procedures.
Setting up base station A:
• Select [Wireless] under [Home]. (Refer to
“Wireless Connection at Home” (1 page 47).)
• Select [Enable] for NetAV. (Refer to “Start up
the NetAV server on the base station”
(1 page 56).)
• Set the base station to accept registration from
monitor B. Write down the password for
registration. (Refer to “Setting up for additional
monitors” on this page.)
Setting up monitor B:
• Select [Wired LAN] or [Wireless] under [On
the go]. (Refer to “Wired LAN Connection On
the Go” (1 page 48) or “Wireless Connection
On the Go” (1 page 49).)
• Set IP address/domain name and port number
to connect to base station A. (Refer to
“Configuring the monitor to connect using
NetAV” (1 page 57).)
• Enter registration password acquired from the
base station A setting, and select [Start] to
register. (Refer to “Registering other monitors
to the base station” (1 page 59).)
Note
[NetAV Settings] can only be selected when the
monitor is set to Home-Wireless mode. If you
cannot select [NetAV Settings], check your
monitor settings.
3
Select [Register other monitors].
The [Register other monitors] window
appears.
4
Configure the following settings.
1 Select [Start].
2 Check this check box if you allow AV
interception by registered monitors.
Configuring base station settings
Configure settings so that additional monitors can
be registered to the base station, and so monitors
can access the base station with NetAV.
Perform these settings on the base station and
home monitor together.
Setting up for additional monitors
In this section, you can also set whether to allow
AV interception on a bound monitor.
1
Open the [Settings] window and select [Base
station].
The [Base station] window appears.
2
Select [NetAV Settings].
The [NetAV Settings] window appears.
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z Tip
The monitors currently registered to the base
station are listed under [Registered monitors:]. To
delete a registered monitor, select the check box
beside the monitor, and then select [Delete].
An 8-digit password is created and appears
on the screen.
You should write this password down
because you will need it when connecting
another monitor to the base station.
5
Select [Back].
The [NetAV Settings] window reappears.
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6
Select [Back].
The [Base station] window reappears.
7
Select [Settings], then select [Exit].
Configuring additional monitor
settings
Once the base station is set up to allow additional
monitors, set up the monitors to connect to the
base station via the Internet.
Perform these settings on monitors to be used
from outside the home.
Setting up to connect to the base station
via the Internet
Refer to “Setting Up NetAV” (1 page 56), and
set up to connect to the base station via the
Internet.
Note
If the IP address or domain name and port number for
the base station you want to register are not input
correctly, you cannot proceed with registration.
3
Select [Registration for Binding].
The [Registration for Binding] window
appears.
4
Configure the following settings and select
[Start].
1 Enter the [Password for registration] that
was created in step 4 of “Setting up for
additional monitors” (1 page 58).
2 Enter the name of the monitor being
registered to the base station.
You can register any name.
3 [Start] button
A confirmation message appears.
Setup and Connections
Registering other monitors to the base
station
Register the monitors that will connect to the base
station via the Internet.
Note
Switch the connection type for the monitor to [On the
go-Wireless] or [On the go-Wired LAN] depending on
the connection used for On the go to start NetAV.
1
Display the [Settings] window, and select
[Monitor].
The [Monitor] window appears.
2
Select [NetAV Settings].
The [NetAV Settings] window appears.
5
Select [OK].
6
Select [Back].
The [Monitor] window reappears.
7
Select [Settings], then [Exit].
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Notes on using NetAV with
additional monitors
Connecting with
Refer to the illustration in “Registering Other
Monitors” (1 page 57).
• Only one monitor can enjoy video with the base
station at once. In the case when the two
monitors B and C are registered to the base
station A, monitor B or C cannot establish a
NetAV session with the base station A while
the monitor A is receiving video from base
station A.
• If you have configured the base station A to
enable [Allow AV interception by registered
monitors] in the [Register other monitors]
setting, monitor B or C can start NetAV while
the monitor A is receiving video from the base
station A.
• When your monitor A cannot receive video
because monitor B or C is in a NetAV session
with the base station A, you can see the
indicator at the top of the screen. If you
press [GetAV] button in such a case, the NetAV
session between monitor B or C and the base
station A will be disconnected and your
monitor A can receive video from the base
station A.
NetAV
This chapter describes how to start NetAV and
some functions for NetAV. Follow the procedure
on page 49 to 51 to use NetAV in the “On the goWireless mode”.
Note
You cannot use NetAV while away from home if the
base station in your home is turned off. Make sure to
turn on the base station.
When Connecting via Wired LAN
Using a LAN cable, connect the LAN port on the
monitor to the Ethernet jack at the place you are
visiting.
◆For the LF-X1
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Connecting with NetAV
[NetAV]
Establishing the NetAV
connection
1
Turn on the monitor.
z Tip
Make sure the monitor is in “On the go mode”.
2
Touch anywhere on the screen.
The on-screen remote appears.
3
Select [NetAV].
z Tips
• While connected with NetAV, the NetAV indicator
on the front of the base station lights green.
• You cannot use the sub-screen (LF-X1 only) or
settings screens in NetAV mode. Selecting a screen
other than TV, video input 1, or video input 2 in
NetAV mode automatically breaks the connection
with NetAV.
Quitting NetAV
Select [End] or turn off the monitor.
Changing TV channels
Using the on-screen remote, you can operate the
TV screen the same way you do at home. See
“Watching TV and Video” (1 page 65).
z Tips
• You may not be able to watch some copyright
protected programs.
• When selecting a new channel on a NetAV
connection, there may be a delay before the picture
appears due to buffering.
Setup and Connections
[NetAV]
After a brief interval the monitor connects to your
base station at home, and appears at the
top of the screen. After appears, you can
operate the monitor in the same way you do at
home.
Changing the TV picture size
In NetAV mode, you can change the size of the
TV picture on the monitor. Select [Resize]. A
dialog box for changing the TV picture size
appears and you have three choices for the TV
picture size. With the factory default setting,
picture is displayed on the entire screen.
Changing the streaming
In NetAV mode, you can change the streaming
according to the network status.
1
Select [Rate].
A dialog message for changing the
connection speed appears.
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2
Select
Select a speed, then select [OK].
You can select between 1 and 5 as the
connection speed.
a speed.
[OK]
You can change the connection speed while
connected to NetAV. Be aware, however, that
the NetAV connection will be cut for a
moment when you change from the lowest
connection speed to another speed or vise
versa.
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Basics Operations
Displaying the [Index] Window.................................... page 64
Watching TV and Video.............................................. page 65
Using the TV/Video Screen ........................................ page 67
Selecting a Secondary Audio Program (SAP) ............ page 68
Using the Wide Screen Mode (LF-X5 only)................ page 71
Adjusting the Picture Position (LF-X5 only) ................ page 71
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Displaying the
[Index] Window
All of the LocationFreeTV’s functions are
accessed from the [Index] window.
1
Press INDEX, then detach the stylus from
the monitor.
2
Select a function.
◆For the LF-X1
◆For the LF-X5
The [Index] window appears.
* The LF-X5 has no [Monitor Video In]
option.
z Tips
• To return to the [Index] window, press INDEX
again.
• To hide the [Index] window, press INDEX
again.
• When the [Index] window is displayed, all
buttons other than INDEX are disabled, and
you cannot select the sub-screen or any onscreen Internet links.
The corresponding screen appears.
TV/Video
Album
z Tips
• When you turn the power on, the monitor displays
the TV channel or video you were watching prior to
turning the power off.
• For about 15-20 seconds after the power is turned
on, the monitor does not respond to the INDEX
button or touch panel. During that time, the message
“Starting up, please wait...” appears.
• To display the setup screen, select [Settings] at the
bottom right of the screen. If [Settings] is not shown,
touch anywhere on the screen to make it appear.
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Web
When you touch anywhere on the screen in
TV mode, a TV channel remote appears. If
you touch the screen in video mode and have
configured the remote control settings, the onscreen remote control appears.
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Watching TV and Video
Watching TV and
Video
Open the [Index] window and select a channel.
To adjust the volume, press the VOLUME +/–
buttons on the top of the monitor.
◆LF-X1
◆LF-X5
You can also hide the on-screen remote control by
selecting [X] at the top right corner.
On-screen remote control
Basics Operations
Changing channels with a Sony
remote control (not supplied) (LFX1 only)
Point the remote control at the infrared receiver
on the monitor and press a channel number
button. If the TV screen is not displayed,
however, switch to the TV screen using the TV
button on the remote control, and then select a
channel.
z Tip
Press the VOLUME – button on the monitor for 2
seconds to silence the sound quickly.
Changing channels with the onscreen remote control
Touch anywhere on the screen to display the onscreen remote control, then select a channel.
Note
While using the LFA-F1 splash proof jacket (not
supplied), you cannot use a remote control (not
supplied).
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Changing channels with the stylus
Slide the stylus over the screen from left to right to
display the next channel, and from right to left to
display the previous channel. Hold the stylus down
at the end of a stroke to cycle through the channels
in the direction indicated.
z Tips
• In TV mode, skimming the screen with the stylus
changes TV channels.
• In video mode, skimming the screen with the stylus
changes channels on the tuner of the connected
video equipment. This option is only available when
the external video equipment has a tuner and remote
control settings have been configured (1 page 33).
• Changing channels using the stylus is possible only
when a TV program is displayed on the entire
screen. You cannot do so while the on-screen remote
control is displayed.
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Using the TV/Video
Using the TV/Video Screen
Screen
Parts and controls on the TV/Video screen
A TV/Video mode indicator
B TV channel number
C SAP (Secondary Audio Program) mode
indicator (1 page 68)
Displays [STEREO] or [SAP] each time the
[SAP] button is pressed.
◆For the LF-X1
The channel number input by the infrared
remote control is shown here.
◆For the LF-X5
The wide mode selection ([Wide Zoom],
[Normal], [Full], and [Zoom]) is shown.
D Volume level indicator
E On-screen remote control
Appears when you touch anywhere on the
TV screen and allows you to select a
channel. Different remote controls appear
depending on the settings.
F SAP button (1 page 68)
G Wide button (LF-X5 only) (1 page 71)
H Rate button
I [GetAV] appears here when appears
J Settings button
Basics Operations
Switches between STEREO and SAP when
an SAP program is tuned in.
Switches to Wide Screen mode.
Select repeatedly to cycle through the Wide
Screen mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal,
Full, Zoom.
Optimizes picture quality according to the
ambient radio wave conditions.
on the upper portion of the screen (only
appears when another bound monitor is
connected to the base station using NetAV.).
Displays the [Settings] window.
Note
This monitor does not support non-interlace signals
used for computer monitors, etc.
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Selecting a
Optimizing Picture
Secondary Audio
Program (SAP)
The secondary audio program (SAP) mode is
available for television broadcasts that include
multiple audio tracks.
When a TV program with multiple audio tracks is
tuned in, repeatedly select [SAP] at the bottom
left of the screen to switch between audio tracks.
Each time the [SAP] button is pressed,
[STEREO] or [SAP] appears in the bar on the
screen.
z Tip
To select an SAP option for external equipment, use
the remote supplied with the connected equipment.
Quality
To optimize the picture quality according to the
current radio wave conditions, select [Rate] at the
bottom of the screen. The message “Changing
rate. Please wait...” appears at the top of the
screen. Each time you select [Rate], the optimum
frequency, which depends on the current radio
wave conditions, is obtained.
z Tip
Pictures on the screen may be temporarily stopped.
This is not a malfunction.
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Using the Sub-
.
Screen (LF-X1 only)
While viewing web pages or mail, you can watch
TV or video on the sub-screen.
Select [PIP] at the bottom right of the screen.
The most recent TV or video channel is displayed
on the sub-screen at the bottom right of the
screen.
Using the Sub-Screen (LF-X1 only)
z Tip
You can move the sub-screen to a different position.
Touch the sub-screen and then drag it to the desired
position. You cannot move the sub-screen, however,
when the following windows are displayed:
• [Index] window
• Capture list
• Dialog message
• On-screen Keyboard
• Web browser page list
Note
The sub-screen goes dark if you select a channel on
external video equipment that has not been connected
or has been turned off.
Basics Operations
The most recent channel is
displayed on the sub-screen
If you touch the sub-screen, buttons for operating
the sub-screen appear.
• When using the built-in tuner, you can change
channels in the sub-screen using [–] and [+].
If you connect the IR Blaster to a set-top box
connected to an antenna, you can change
channels on the set-top box, as well.
• To watch the image in full screen, select [Full].
• If you select [Sound], the speakers output
sound for the sub-screen but pictures on the
sub-screen disappear. To restore the picture
display, select [PIP].
• To quit the sub-screen display, select .
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Capturing Images
With the CAPTURE button on top of the monitor,
you can capture a still image of the currently
displayed screen.You can then save captured
images automatically in the album to enjoy later
at your convenience.
* Captured images cannot be used for purposes
other than personal enjoyment without the
permission of their copyright holders.
1
Press CAPTURE when a scene appears that
you want to save.
◆For the LF-X1
◆For the LF-X5
Note
Captured images are not saved in the album if you
turn off the monitor or the battery runs out while
the capture list is displayed.
z Tips
• When you capture a web page, you can specify
a specific image on the page to save in the
Album (1 page 80).
• You cannot capture the screen if:
– The [Index] window is displayed.
– You have just captured an image.
– A slide show is in progress.
– The TV channel has just been changed.
– A message is displayed.
– The [Stylus Calibration] window is
displayed.
– An enlarged album image is displayed.
– Images input from an external source, such
as a DVD, including a copyguard signal, are
displayed.
– MPEG movie is played.
* You cannot capture images on TV immediately after
changing channels. This is also true when copyguard
signals are detected; for example when a DVD is being
played.
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The captured image is displayed in the
capture list and saved in the album.
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Using the Wide Screen Mode (LF-X5 only)
Using the Wide
Screen Mode (LF-X5
only)
Selecting the Wide button switches the monitor to
the Wide Screen mode.
Wide Screen mode lets you watch normal
broadcasts (4:3 aspect ratio) or other picture
sizes, such as letterbox movies, in several Wide
Screen modes (16:9 aspect ratio).
Select the Wide button repeatedly to cycle
through the following Wide Screen mode
settings.
Wide Zoom enlarges the 4:3
picture, while the upper and
lower parts are condensed to
fit the 16:9 screen.
Normal returns the 4:3
picture to its original size.
Black bars are visible at the
left and right sides to fill the
16:9 screen.
Adjusting the
Picture Position
(LF-X5 only)
You can move the position of the picture up and
down for each Wide Screen Mode in the
following cases:
• To move the position of the picture only in
“Wide Zoom” and “Zoom” modes
• When subtitles may not fit in the screen
1
Open the [Settings] window and select [TV/
Video].
The [TV/Video] window appears.
2
Select [Wide Mode].
The [Wide Mode] window appears.
3
Make settings in [Vertical Center].
Basics Operations
Full only stretches the 4:3
picture horizontally to fill the
16:9 screen. The picture
appears elongated.
Zoom enlarges the 4:3
picture horizontally and
vertically to an equal aspect
ratio that fills the 16:9 screen.
Useful for watching letterbox
movies.
z Tips
• When you change channels or inputs, the Wide
Screen mode settings revert to the 4:3 Default
setting. To retain the current Wide Screen mode
setting as channels and inputs are changed, set 4:3
Default to Off.
• 4:3 Default setting is not available while connected
with NetAV.
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Web
Viewing Web Pages: Basics ....................................... page 74
Using the Web Window .............................................. page 75
Viewing Web Pages: Useful Functions....................... page 76
Using the Fav. List ................................................. page 76
Saving a Web Page (Save) ................................... page 78
Capturing a Web Page (Album)............................. page 80
Searching for Text on a Web Page........................ page 80
Copying and Pasting Text...................................... page 81
Viewing PDF Files on the Web................................... page 82
Configuring Other Settings ......................................... page 82
Note
To access the Internet, you also need to contract with an Internet service provider (ISP). See “Connecting
to the Internet” (1 page 37) and “Configuring Network Settings” (1 page 40).
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Viewing Web
Pages: Basics
This section explains how to display the Web
window and open web pages. As an example, let
us try accessing the Sony web site (http://
www.sony.com).
z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
1
Open the [Index] window and select [Web].
The Web window appears.
2
Select the address field.
Address field
3
Using the on-screen keyboard, enter
http://www.sony.com/, then select [Close].
The keyboard disappears and the unit starts
downloading the Sony web site. While
downloading, the Internet icon at the top left
of the screen moves. When downloading is
finished, the Sony web site opens and the
Internet icon stops moving.
With the LF-X5, select [Exit] after inputting
the web page address.
Note
Your contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP)
may prohibit you from accessing the Internet from
more than one device at a time. For more information,
check with your ISP.
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The on-screen keyboard appears.
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Using the Web
Window
Using the Web Window
Parts and controls on the Web window
A We b icon
Moves when a web page is being
downloaded.
B Web indicator
C Address field “Viewing Web Pages: Basics”
(1 page 74)
Displays the address of the current web
page. To open another web page, select
a new tab, and enter the new address here.
D SSL icon
Appears when a web page encrypted by SSL
(Secure Socket Layer) is open.
E Fav. (favorites) (1 page 76)
Displays the [Page List: Fav.] window,
where you can save and access your favorite
web page addresses.
Web
F History
Displays a list of the web pages you have
opened recently.
G Save (1 page 78)
Displays the [Page List: Save] window,
where you can save the current web
page.You can open saved web pages later
without being connected to the Internet.
H Tab
Closes the web page displayed on the current
tab and leaves the tab blank.
I Ta b
If you select a link designed to open in a new
window, it is opened in a new tab. Six tabs
are available in total. Immediately after
connecting to the Internet, all tabs are blank
except the leftmost tab. When all six tabs are
in use, you must first close a tab before you
can open another web page.
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J Back
Opens the previous web page.
K Fwd (forward)
Opens the next web page.
L Home (1 page 82)
Opens the web page you have specified as
default page.
M Reload
Reloads the current web page.
Stop: Stops loading the web page.
N Search (1 page 80)
Searches the current page for a specified
character string.
Copy: Copies highlighted text.
O Font Size
Changes the font size of all characters on the
screen.
P PIP (LF-X1 only) (1 page 69)
Displays TV or video in the sub-screen.
Q Settings (1 page 82)
Displays the [Settings] window.
Select [Web] in the [Settings] window to
configure settings for web browsing.
Viewing Web
Pages: Useful
Functions
Using the Fav. List
By adding your favorite web pages to the
Favorites list, you can quickly access them again
later, without having to input their addresses or
search for them with a search engine. The
LocationFreeTV can store up to 100 web page
addresses in the Fav. list.
Adding a web page to the Fav. list
1
Open your favorite web page and select
[Fav.].
The [Page List: Fav.] window appears at the
right of the screen.
After viewing a web page that
requires user authentication
To protect users’ privacy, some web pages, before
allowing access, require users to log in with a user
ID (the user’s name, etc.) and password to verify
their identity. When finished viewing one of these
web pages, make sure to select “log out,” if
available, before proceeding to another web page.
Failure to do so may allow other people to view
your personal information.
On the Internet, there is a danger of personal
information being leaked or stolen. This device
supports SSL to encrypt information for increased
security.
When a web site that supports SSL encryption is
displayed, appears to the right of the URL field in
the browser.
z Tips
• You can change the title of web pages in the
Fav. list (1 page 77).
• You can save web page addresses to an external
memory card. You can also copy web page
addresses to or from an external memory card.
(With the LF-X1, you can copy to or from a
“Memory Stick”, and with the LF-X5 you can
copy to or from a CompactFlash card.)
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2
Select [Add].
With the unit selected, appears.
With a “Memory Stick” selected for the LF-X1,
appears.
With a CompactFlash card selected for the
LF-X5, appears.
Viewing Web Pages: Useful Functions
The selected web page begins downloading.
z Tips
• You can display the next page of the Fav. list by
selecting [B] and the previous page by selecting [b].
• To open a web page saved on a “Memory Stick”,
select [Switch] at the bottom of the Fav. list. Or,
select [Edit], then select [Switch] in the [Edit Fav.]
window.
Renaming a web page in the Fav.
list
1
In the Fav. list, select [Edit].
The [Edit Fav.] window appears.
Web
[Add]
This button appears only when a “Memory
Stick” (LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card (LFX5) is inserted.
z Tip
To add a favorite web page to a “Memory Stick”
(LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card (LF-X5), select
[Switch] to switch to the “Memory Stick” (LFX1) or CompactFlash card (LF-X5), and then
select [Add].
The title name of the current web page is
added at the top of the first page of the Fav.
list. (If there is no title, the web page address
is displayed.)
To close the [Page List: Fav.] window, select
at the top right of the window.
Note
A web page cannot be added to the Fav. list while it is
downloading. In step 2, [Add] is dimmed if the current
web page is still downloading. Wait until downloading
is finished, and select [Add] again.
2
Select the check box beside the web page
you want to rename, then select [Rename] at
the bottom of the screen.
Web pages can only be renamed one at a
time.
Select this check box
[Rename]
The [Rename] window appears.
Viewing a web page in the Fav. list
Select [Fav.] at the top right of the screen. The
Fav. list appears.
From the list, select the web page that you want
to view.
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3
Enter a new title in the [Title] field and select
[OK].
Enter a title.
[OK]
z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
Copying web pages to or from an
external memory card
Saving a Web Page (Save)
You can save the current web page to view later at
your convenience, without accessing the Internet.
The LocationFreeTV can store up to 100 web
pages in the Save list.
1
When a web page is displayed, select [Save].
The [Page List: Save] window appears at the
right of the screen.
2
Select [Add].
With the unit selected, appears.
With a “Memory Stick” selected for the LF-X1,
appears.
With a CompactFlash card selected for the LFX5, appears.
You can save web page addresses to a “Memory
Stick” (for the LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card
(for the LF-X5).
In the [Edit Fav.] window, select the check box
beside the web page you want to copy, then select
[Copy]. To copy all the web pages, select [Select
All], then select [Copy].
Deleting web pages from the Fav.
list
In the [Edit Fav.] window, select the check box
beside the web page you want to delete, then
select [Delete]. To delete all the web pages, select
[Select All], then select [Delete].
[Add]
This button appears only when a “Memory
Stick” (LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card
(LF-X5) is inserted.
z Tip
To save a web page on the “Memory Stick” (LFX1) or CompactFlash card (LF-X5), select
[Switch] to switch to the “Memory Stick” (LFX1) or CompactFlash card (LF-X5), then select
[Add].
The address of the current web page is added
at the top of the first page of the [Page List:
Save]. (If there is no title, the web page
address is displayed.)
To close the [Page List: Save] window, select
at the top right of the window.
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Note
A web page cannot be saved while it is
downloading. In step 2, [Add] is dimmed if the
current web page is still downloading. Wait until
downloading is finished, and select [Add] again.
Viewing a saved web page
Select [Save], then select a web page from the
[Page List: Save] window that appears at the right
of the screen.
The selected web page begins downloading.
Viewing Web Pages: Useful Functions
3
Enter a new title in the [Title] field, then
select [OK].
Enter a title.
Web
z Tip
To view a web page saved on a “Memory Stick” (LFX1) or a CompactFlash card (LF-X5), select [Switch]
at the bottom of the
select [Edit], then select [Switch] in the [Edit Save]
window.
[Page List: Save] window. Or,
Renaming a saved web page
1
In the [Save] window, select [Edit].
The [Edit Save] window appears.
2
Select the check box beside the web page
you want to rename, then select [Rename].
Web pages can only be renamed one at a
time.
Select this check box.
[OK]
z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
Copying saved web pages to or
from an external memory card
You can save web page addresses to a “Memory
Stick” (for the LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card
(for the LF-X5).
In the [Edit Save] window, select the check box
beside the web page you want to copy, then select
[Copy]. To copy all the web pages, select [Select
All], then select [Copy].
Deleting saved web pages
In the [Edit Save] window, select the check box
beside the web page you want to delete, then
select [Delete]. To delete all the web pages, select
[Select All], then select [Delete].
[Rename]
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Capturing a Web Page
(Album)
You can capture a web page and save the image in
the album. For web pages containing pictures,
you can capture not only the entire screen but
select specific images for capture.
Note
Some web pages contain images that cannot be
captured.
1
With the web page you want to capture open,
press CAPTURE on top of the monitor.
◆For the LF-X1
2
Select [Select picture and capture] or
[Capture the whole page].
If you select [Select picture and capture], the
message “Select a picture to capture”
appears at the top left of the screen. Go to
step 3.
If you select [Capture the whole page], the
entire screen is captured.
3
Select an image for capture.
The selected image is captured.
The captured image is temporarily displayed
in this area for your confirmation.
◆For the LF-X5
The [Capture Check] window appears.
The captured image is saved automatically
in the album.
Searching for Text on a Web
Page
You can search for any text string on the current
web page.
z Tip
This function only allows you to search for text that
can be highlighted with the stylus. It cannot search for
saved as an image.
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Viewing Web Pages: Useful Functions
1
With the web page you want to search open,
select [Search].
The search window appears at the bottom of
the screen.
2
Enter a character string into the entry field,
then select [Close] on the on-screen
keyboard.
With the LF-X5, select [Exit] after entering
a character string.
You can also select [Next] or [Prev] to start
the search.
(When using a commercially available
keyboard, press the Enter key.)
A search begins for the text you entered.
Matching character string
Copying and Pasting Text
You can copy any text string on the current web
page and paste it into an e-mail or onto another
screen.
1
Using the stylus, highlight the text you want
to copy, then select [Copy].
When any text is highlighted, [Copy]
replaces [Search] at the bottom of the screen.
After [Copy] is selected, [Search] reappears.
Highlighted text.
Web
Enter a character string in this field.
z Tips
• To search for the next match, select [Next]. To
search for a previous match select [Prev].
• For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
3
To stop searching, select [Exit].
[Copy]
2
Open the screen onto which you want to
paste the copied text, and select where to
paste it.
3
Select [Paste] on the on-screen keyboard.
The text is pasted in the location you chose.
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Viewing PDF Files
Configuring Other
on the Web
1
Click the PDF link in the Web page. PDF file
is shown after the file is downloaded.
2
You can change the view of PDF files with
the tool buttons under the tabs.
Settings
Proxy settings and other web browsing settings
can be configured as necessary.
In most cases, it is not necessary to set a proxy.
1
Select [Settings] at the bottom right of the
screen.
The [Settings] window appears.
2
Select [Web].
The [Web] window appears.
3
To configure web browsing settings, select
[Web Basics].
The [Web Basics] window appears.
4
Configure the necessary items and select
[OK].
1 Go to the first page of the document.
2 Go to the previous page.
3 Go to the next page.
4 Go to the last page of the document.
5 Current page number / number of pages
in the document.
6 Zoom out.
7 Zoom in.
8 Revert to default size.
9 Rotate the page orientation 90 degrees
counterclockwise.
0 Rotate the page orientation 90 degrees
clockwise.
You can also move the page by dragging the
document using the touch panel.
Note
Even PDF files supported by the device may not
display for some Web pages.
1 Font Size
To increase the font size, select [Large].
2 Default Page
This sets the homepage that appears when
you select the [Home] button in the Web
window. The default setting for the homepage
is the LocationFreeTV web page.
Enter the address of the web page you want to
set as your homepage.
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3 Character Code
Most web pages include information about
language encoding. If not, text may not
display correctly. Use this setting to select the
language for a web page. The default setting
is [English/Western].
If you changed the character code, the new
character code takes effect after you restart
the monitor.
4 Enable JavaScript
Clear the check box if web pages that use
JavaScript do not display properly or if you
do not want them to be displayed.
5 Enable Flash
Clear the check box if you do not want web
pages that use Flash to be displayed.
6 Enable Java Applet
Clear the check box if web pages that use Java
Applet do not display properly or if you do
not want them to be displayed.
7 Erase Cache
Select to erase the cache memory. The
content of web pages you view is temporarily
saved in the cache memory, but the cache
memory is automatically cleared when a
certain amount of memory is used. This
button allows you to clear the cache memory
manually.
8 Erase Cookie
Select to erase cookies. Cookies are files
generated by some web pages you access.
They contain information about the selections
you made on certain web pages.
9 Erase Saved Passwords
Select to erase any passwords saved when
you select [Save this password] in the dialog
box that appears after you enter an ID and
password to view a web page.
0 [OK] button
Configuring Other Settings
6
Configure the necessary items and select
[OK].
To connect to the Internet without going
through a Proxy server, select [No Proxy].
To connect to the Internet via a Proxy server,
select [Use Proxy], then enter a host and
port.
[OK]
When you select [OK], the [Web] window
reappears.
z Tip
The information you need to enter depends on
your ISP. For more information, consult the
documents supplied by your ISP.
7
Select [Settings], then select [Back].
Web
When you select [OK], the [Web] window
reappears.
If you changed the character code in 3, the
message “In order for the browser settings to
take effect, it is necessary to reboot the
monitor. Reboot now?” appears. Select [OK]
to restart the monitor automatically.
5
To configure Proxy settings, select [Proxy].
The [Proxy] window appears.
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Mail
Using Mail: Basics ...................................................... page 86
Using the Mail Window............................................... page 86
Auto-checking for New Mail (LF-X1 Only) .............page 99
Configuring Other Mail Settings ............................page 99
Searching for Mail .................................................page 99
Setting an E-mail Protection Password ............... page 100
Note
To send and receive mail, you need to sign in to an Internet service provider (ISP) and configure mail
settings. See “Setting Up Mail” (1 page 43).
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Using Mail: Basics
You can receive, compose, and send mail using
the Mail window.
Using the Mail
Window
Inbox and Outbox Windows
Press INDEX and select [Mail] in the [Index]
window.
The Mail window appears.
A Mail indicator
B Inbox tab (1 page 93)
Shows the list of received mail.
The content of the currently selected mail is
shown in the bottom half of the window.
C Outbox tab
Shows the list of sent mail and mail
temporarily saved for future editing.
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The content of the currently selected mail is
shown in the bottom half of the window.
D Folder tab
Appears when a “Memory Stick” (for the
LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card (for the LFX5) is inserted. This allows you to move the
mail you have sent and received to an
external media.
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Using the Mail Window
E Sort buttons
Allow you to sort mail by icon, address, date,
or subject. Each time you select the same
sort button, sorting is switched between
ascending and descending order.
F Select All/Unselect All
[Select All]: Selects the check boxes for all
displayed mail.
[Unselect All]: Clears the check boxes for all
displayed mail.
G Search (1 page 99)
Allows you to search by keyword for a mail
in the specified tab.
H Picture-attached icon (1 page 90)
Appears when a picture file is attached to a
mail. When the attached file is not a picture,
a paperclip icon appears instead.
I Preview display
Shows the content of the currently selected
mail in the Inbox, Outbox, or Folder tab.
J Check box
A check mark is added or removed from this
box each time you select it.
K Receive (1 page 93)
Checks for new mail.
L New (1 page 89)
Allows you to compose a new mail.
M Reply, Resend, or Edit
Reply, Resend, or Edit appears depending on
the content of the currently selected mail.
Reply:Displays the window for
replying to mail (1 page 95).
Resend:Displays the window for editing
and sending mail that you have
already sent.
Edit:Displays the window for editing
mail.
N Move (1 page 98)
Moves specified mail to a folder on a
“Memory Stick” (for the LF-X1) or a
CompactFlash card (for the LF-X5).
O Delete (1 page 89)
Deletes specified mail, including any
attached files.
P View
Displays the text of the selected mail on the
entire screen.
Q PIP
Displays TV or video on the sub-screen.
This function is not available for the LF-X5.
R Settings
Displays the [Settings] window.
Select [E-mail] in the [Settings] window to
configure mail settings, such as font size.
Mail
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Compose Mail window
A Text field
Enter the body of message.
B Subject field
Enter the subject of the mail.
C Attach (1 page 90)
Use to select pictures to attach to the mail.
D Draw (1 page 92)
Use to create and attach hand-drawn picture
and text to the mail.
E Recipient fields
Enter the mail addresses of recipients.
F Send (1 page 89)
Sends a composed mail.
G Address Book (1 page 96)
Displays the Address Book.
H Save (1 page 89)
Saves the current mail in the Outbox for you
to finish later.
I Delete (1 page 89)
Deletes the currently selected mail.
J Back
Quits mail composition and returns to the
Outbox or Inbox. Mail that has not finished
being composed is saved in the Outbox.
K Select (To/Cc/Bcc) (1 page 97)
Display the Address Book, so you can select
mail recipients.
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Composing Mail
Composing and Sending Mail
z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
1
Open the Mail window, select the Outbox or
Inbox tab, then select [New].
The [New] window appears.
2
Compose your mail.
Composing Mail
4
Select [Send].
The e-mail is sent.
Notes
• Unless you enter a recipient mail address, you
cannot select [Send].
• This device does not support data encryption
when sending e-mail. Take particular note of
this when dealing with sensitive information.
z Tip
To check that the LocationFreeTV can send and
receive mail properly, try sending a mail to your
own mail address. For more on receiving mail,
see “Reading Mail” (1 page 93).
Sending the same mail to multiple
recipients
Mail
1 Enter the subject of the mail.
2 Enter the main text of the mail.
3 Enter the mail address of the recipient.
Be sure to enter the address correctly. A
single misplaced character will prevent your
mail from reaching the recipient.
z Tips
• You can save your name, mail address, and
other contact information as a signature and
add it to the end of your mail. For more
information, see “Configuring Other Mail
Settings” (1 page 99).
• If you add mail addresses to the Address Book
(1 page 96), you can easily specify them as
recipients later.
3
Check the text of your e-mail and the e-mail
address of the recipient.
Once you have sent an e-mail, you cannot
cancel it.
To specify multiple recipients in the [To], [Cc], or
[Bcc] field, separate each mail address with a
comma (,).
When sending a mail fails
The icon appears beside a mail in the
Outbox to indicate that the mail has not been sent.
Select [Edit], check the address of the recipient in
the [Compose E-mail] window, then select [Send]
again.
Saving a mail in progress
Select [Save].
The Outbox opens and appears beside the
saved mail.
To continue composition of the saved mail,
display the text of the mail, select [Edit], then edit
the text. If you want to undo your editing and
restore the previous text, select [Cancel] at the
bottom of the window.
Deleting a mail in progress or a
saved mail
• While composing a mail
Select [Delete] at the bottom of the [Compose
E-mail] window.
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• From the Outbox
Select and open the mail to be deleted, then
select [Delete]. Or, select the check box beside
the mail, then select [Delete selected].
Attaching a Picture or Movie
Just as you might enclose pictures or drawings
when writing a letter by hand, you can attach
pictures and movies taken with a digital camera
to your mail. You can select the picture or movie
file you want to attach from those saved in the
album or on a “Memory Stick” (for the LF-X1) or
an a CompactFlash card (for the LF-X5).
3
Select the check box for a picture or movie,
then select [Attach].
Folder tab (Appears with a “Memory Stick” in the
LF-X1 or a CompactFlash card in the LF-X5.)
Note
If the size of a mail including attached pictures and
movies exceeds about 5 MB, you cannot send the mail.
The list of attached pictures displays the total size of all
attached pictures and movies (1 page 113).
1
Enter the subject, text, and recipient of the
mail.
2
Select [Attach].
[Attach]
The picture selection window appears.
[Attach]
To attach multiple pictures or movies, select
the check box next to each.
To attach images saved on a “Memory Stick”
(for the LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card (for
the LF-X5), select the desired Folder tab.
z Tip
If you select a picture, the picture is enlarged. To
restore the previous display, touch the picture
again.
Note
The icon appears to the right of images that
exceed 4 MB to indicate that you cannot attach
and send them. For movies, the icon appears.
An error message appears if you select [Attach]
when the total size of the attached images and
movies exceeds 4 MB. If this happens, reduce the
number of attached pictures or movies.
The selected picture is displayed in the
[Compose E-mail] window.
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4
Select [Send] to send the mail.
[Send]
z Tip
When attaching multiple pictures, the picture
selected first appears in the [Compose E-mail]
window.
Notes
• If you specify too many addresses in the [To],
[Cc], or [Bcc] field, the LocationFreeTV may
not send mail even when the total size of
attached pictures is less than 4 MB.
• Outgoing mail will show the file names, and
not the picture names, to recipients.
• It may take time to send or receive mail with
attached pictures or movies if the attachment is
large.
Composing Mail
2
Select the picture you want to verify.
Select a picture.
The picture is enlarged.
When sending multiple pictures, you can
select [Next] or [Prev.] to sequentially enlarge
other pictures and movies.
3
Select [Back].
The list of attached pictures reappears.
4
Select [Back].
The [Compose E-mail] window reappears.
Attaching multiple pictures
You can send multiple pictures and movies at the
same time.
1
Open the list of attached pictures.
Mail
Verifying attached pictures
1
Select an attached picture in the [Compose Email] window.
Select this.
The list of attached pictures and movies
appears.
2
Select [Add].
The picture selection window appears.
3
Select the check box for the picture or movie
to be added.
4
Select [Attach].
The selected picture or movie is added to the
end of list of attached pictures.
5
Select [Back].
The [Compose E-mail] window reappears.
Removing attached pictures
1
Open the list of attached pictures.
2
Select the check box for the picture or movie
to be removed.
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3
Select [Cancel Attach].
The message “Removing this picture from the
attachment. Continue?” appears.
4
Select [OK].
The list of attached pictures reappears. The
picture or movie has been removed from the
list.
5
Select [Back].
The [Compose E-mail] window reappears.
4
Select [Send] to send the mail.
Attaching a Drawing
1
Enter the subject, text, and recipient of the
mail.
2
Select [Draw].
The [Draw] window appears.
3
Draw pictures and/or text, then select
[Attach].
[Draw]
[Send]
z Tip
You can verify and remove attached drawings in
the same way as for attached pictures and movies
(1 page 90).
Attaching multiple drawings
You can create and attach multiple drawings to
send with your mail. A drawing can also be
attached along with picture or movie
attachments.
1
Create a drawing or attach a picture.
2
Open the list of attached pictures.
3
Select [Draw].
The [Draw] window appears.
4
Create a drawing, and select [Attach].
The drawing appears at the beginning of the
list of attached pictures.
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[Attach]
For more on drawing pictures and text, see
“Using the Drawing Palette” (1 page 109).
The picture you drew appears in the [Draw]
field on the [Compose E-mail] window.
5
Select [Back].
The [Compose E-mail] window reappears.
Saving a drawing in the Photo
Album
1
Open the list of attached pictures.
2
Select the check box for the drawing you want
to save.
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3
Select [Save].
The drawing is saved in the album.
Reading, Replying to, and Forwarding Mail
Reading, Replying
z Tip
When you select [Save] with a “Memory Stick”
inserted (for the LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card
inserted (for the LF-X5), the message “Select a place
to save.” appears. Select a location, then select [OK].
to, and Forwarding
Mail
Reading Mail
1
Select [Receive].
The Inbox window appears. The icon
appears beside any new mail in the Inbox.
Notes
• The indicator (LF-X1 only) on the left side
of the monitor is disabled while the Inbox is
open. The LocationFreeTV can periodically
check for new mail (1 page 43). With this
function activated, the mail indicator on the left
side of the monitor lights red only when you
have new mail. This indicator is disabled when
you receive new mail manually and when mail
is automatically detected with the Mail window
open. (Automatic mail detection is only
available for the LF-X1.)
• This device cannot decrypt encrypted e-mail
data.
Mail
2
Select a mail with the icon baside it.
New mail icon
Select this.
The content of the mail is displayed.
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z Tip
When you open the Inbox, the indicator goes
off and the icon disappears. (The
indicator is only available for the LF-X1.) When
you are viewing other screens on the
LocationFreeTV, this indicator is enabled and
lights up when new mail is automatically
detected.
Notes
s
• It may take time to finish receiving a mail if it comes
with an attachment, such as a picture.
• The icon appears beside mail that falls into the
following categories:
– Mail with an attached file that cannot be opened on
the LocationFreeTV
c Forward the mail to a computer to open the
attached file.
– Mail in HTML format
c Select the HTML mail. The mail is displayed in
the Web window.
Displaying mail in full-screen mode
Select the mail you want to display, then select
[View].
Enlarging an attached picture
To enlarge a picture sent with a mail, select the
picture. To restore the previous display, select
[Back].
Select this.
Deleting mail
Select the mail to be deleted, then select [Delete].
Or, select the check box beside the mail to be
deleted, then select [Delete selected].
Following links in mail
If you select a link in a mail, the corresponding
web page opens in the Web window.
Note
If you receive an attached movie with a mail, a movie
mark appears in the Mail window. Select the icon to
play the movie.
Saving an attached picture in the
Album
Select an attached picture to enlarge it, then select
[Save].
The picture is saved in the Album.
z Tip
When you select [Save] with a “Memory Stick”
inserted (for the LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card
inserted (for the LF-X5), the message “Select a place
to save.” appears. Select a location, then select [OK].
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Reading, Replying to, and Forwarding Mail
Replying to Mail
1
Open the Inbox window and select the mail
you want to reply to.
Select this.
The content of the mail is displayed.
2
Select [Reply].
The original message is quoted in the body
of a new mail.
3
Compose the text of your reply.
z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
4
Check the text of your mail and the mail
address of the recipient.
5
Select [Send].
Forwarding Mail
1
Open the Inbox, then select the mail you
want to forward.
Select this.
Mail
Replying to multiple recipients
When the original mail has been sent to
multiple recipients, a message appears
asking who you want to reply to. You can
select to reply to all recipients or to the
original sender only.
Select [Reply all], then select [OK].
z Tip
To reply to the sender of the original mail only,
select [Reply to the sender] instead of [Reply all].
If you want to eliminate a specific person from
the recipients after selecting [Reply all], highlight
the entire mail address of that person in the [To]
or [Cc] field, then select [Backspace] on the onscreen keyboard. You can also add other mail
addresses to the [To], [Cc], or [Bcc] field.
The content of the mail is displayed.
2
Select [View].
3
Select [Fwd.].
The [Compose E-mail] window for
forwarding appears. The text and header
information of the original mail has been
automatically copied into this window.
“FW:” is added in front of the original mail
subject line. Use the on-screen keyboard to
enter any additional text.
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4
Enter the mail address of the recipient, and
select [Send].
Using Mail: Useful
Functions
Using the Address Book
Adding addresses to the address
book
[Send]
1
Open the Inbox or Outbox, then select a sent
or received mail that includes the address
that you want to add to the address book.
2
Select [View], and display the mail in full
screen mode.
From the Outbox, you can only add
addresses from mail you have finished
sending.
3
Select [Register Address].
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[Register Address]
The address registration window appears
with the address field automatically filled in.
z Tip
With a received mail displayed, the mail address
of the sender is added to the Address Book. With
a previously sent mail displayed, all mail
addresses displayed in the [To], [Cc], and [Bcc]
fields are added to the list; this allows you to add
multiple addresses at one time.
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4
Enter a nickname for the mail address in the
[Alias Name] field, then select [OK].
[OK]
z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
The Mail window shown in step 1 reappears.
Entering addresses directly in the
Address Book
Using Mail: Useful Functions
Editing the address book
1
Open the [Address Book] window, select the
check box beside the mail address you want to
edit, and select [Edit].
The address edit window appears.
2
Edit the individual fields as necessary, and
select [OK].
Deleting addresses from the Address
Book
Open the [Address Book] window, select the
check box beside the mail address you want to
delete, and select [Delete].
Selecting a recipient from the
Address Book
1
Open the [Compose E-mail] window, then
select [Select] to the right of the address
fields.
Mail
1
Open the [Compose E-mail] window, and
select [Address Book].
The [Address Book] window appears.
2
Select [New].
The address registration window appears.
3
Enter a nickname for the mail address in the
[Alias Name] field.
z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
4
Enter a mail address in the address field, and
select [OK].
To register multiple mail addresses under the
same nickname, separate each address with a
comma (,).
z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
The [Address Book] window appears.
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2
Select the check box beside the desired mail
address, then select [OK].
Select this check box.
OK
The selected mail address is entered into the
address field in the [Compose E-mail]
window.
z Tip
You cannot increase the number of Folders.
2
Open the Inbox or Outbox.
3
Select the check box beside the mail you
want to move, then select [Move selected].
z Tip
You can also open the [Address Book] window,
select the check box beside the desired mail
address, and then select [To] or [Cc/Bcc]. This
displays the [Compose E-mail] window with the
mail address field in.
If you have selected [Cc/Bcc], the message
“Select as:” appears. Select an option.
Moving Mail to
“Memory Stick” or
CompactFlash Card
You can organize saved mails by moving them to
the Folders on a “Memory Stick” (LF-X1) or a
CompactFlash card (LF-X5).
[Move selected]
A message appears.
4
Select a destination folder.
The selected mail is moved to the folder on
the “Memory Stick” (LF-X1) or the
CompactFlash card (LF-X5).
Note
Do not remove the “Memory Stick” (LF-X1) or
the CompactFlash card (LF-X5) or turn the
LocationFreeTV off while mail is being moved to
the folder. Doing so may cause your mail to be
damaged or lost.
Renaming a folder
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1
Insert a “Memory Stick” (LF-X1) or a
CompactFlash card (LF-X5).
The Folder tab appears in the Mail window.
1
Select [Settings] at the right bottom of the
screen.
The [Settings] window appears.
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Using Mail: Useful Functions
2
Select [E-mail].
The [E-mail] window appears.
3
Select [Folder].
The [Folder] window appears.
You cannot select this unless a “Memory
Stick” (LF-X1) or a CompactFlash card (LFX5) is inserted.
4
Select the folder that you want to rename,
change the name, and select [OK].
The [E-mail] window reappears.
z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
5
Select [Settings].
The [Settings] window reappears.
6
Select [Exit].
Configuring Other Mail
Settings
You can specify the font size of a mail on the
screen, or save a signature (information such as
your name and mail address). By saving a
signature, you can automatically add your contact
information at the end of a mail, which saves you
the task of entering your name, address, etc. each
time you compose a mail.
Perform font size and signature settings in
[Settings] under [E-mail]. Settings made with
[Character Code] under [Web] - [Web Basics]
(1 page 82) are also applied here.
Searching for Mail
You can search for mail in your Inbox, Outbox, or
on a “Memory Stick” folder for the LF-X1, a
folder of the CompactFlash card for the LF-X5.
This function allows you to locate text in your email easily and to select several messages to
move or delete at once. When mail is moved or
deleted from the search results, moreover, it is
also moved or deleted from its original location.
Mail
z Tip
To view mail saved in a folder with your
computer, access the “LFXmailx” folder (where
x is an arbitrary number) on the “Memory Stick”
(LF-X1) or CompactFlash card (LF-X5). If you
edit a mail on your computer, note that it may be
deleted when you insert the “Memory Stick” (LFX1) or CompactFlash card (LF-X5) into the
LocationFreeTV.
Auto-checking for New Mail
(LF-X1 Only)
The unit can periodically check if you have new
mail. For more on configuring this option, see
“Setting Up Mail” (1 page 43).
This function is only available for the LF-X1.
z Tip
Automatic mail detection is performed at any time,
even while you are watching TV and browsing web
pages.
1
Open the Inbox, Outbox, or a folder, and
select [Search].
The mail search window appears.
2
Enter a character string in the [Word] field,
specify search parameters, and select
[Search].
Enter a character string in this field.
Specify search parameters.
[Search]
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z Tip
For details on character entry, see “Entering
Characters” (1 page 116).
When the search is finished, a search result
tab appears, and the list of matching mail is
displayed.
Setting an E-mail Protection
Password
You can set an e-mail protection password to
prevent other people from reading your mail on
the LocationFreeTV. This section explains how to
set a password for the first time. You can also
change your password using the same procedure.
4
Enter a password, then select [OK].
The factory preset password is 0000.
Enter a password.
[OK]
The [Password] window appears.
5
Select [Change Password].
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Note
Be careful not to forget your password. If you forget
the password, you must reinitialize your mail settings
(1 page 136), which deletes all mail data.
1
Select [Settings] at the bottom right of the
screen.
The [Settings] window appears.
2
Select [E-mail].
The [E-mail] window appears.
3
Select [Protection].
The [Protection] window appears.
The [Change Password] window appears.
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