Sony VAIO VGX-XL1, VGX-XL1A User Manual

User Guide

Digital Living System™

VGX-XL1

VAIO® VGX-XL1 Disclaimers, Notes, Warnings

NOTICE

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Introduction

Chapter 1:

Getting Started

Welcome to the V A IO® VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ User Guide. You can download updated user guide information from the Internet opening VAIO Control Central and selecting Documentation. This guide contains the following information:

• Chapter 1: Getting Started

• Chapter 2: Setting Up Your VGX-XL1 DLS System

• Chapter 3: Hardware Upgrades & Maintenance

• Appendix A: Wireless Local Area Networks

• Appendix B: VAIO Media™ Software: Wirless Local Area Networks

• Appendix C: Hard Disk Drive Recovery

• Appendix D: RAID Configuration

• Appendix E: Troubleshooting

What is the VGX-XL1 Digital Living System?

The VGX-XL1 DLS system is both a powerful computer and a state of the art home entertainment system. Let the VGX-XL1 DLS system lead you into the exciting world of VAIO content management.

where new standards are established for digital

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The VGX- XL1 System is composed of two products combined to bring you the ultimate experience in digital home entertainment.

These products include:

XL1A XL1B

• Controls the combined products • 200 disc Media Changer/Recorder

• Leverages the latest Intel components

• Uses the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center operating

• Burning of content to optical media

• Storage, archiving, and playback of your CD/DVD library

system

• Offers High Definition connectivity for Sony HD Camcorders

a. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product con-

tains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an i.LINK connection for information on compatibility, operating conditions and proper connection. For information on any Sony device having an i.LINK connection, contact Sony at 1-800-686-7669.

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• Easily connects to the XL1A computer through a single i.LINK

cable

Product Specifications

VGX-XL1A Personal Computer

For complete hardware specifications, go to VAIO® Support Central and select Product Specifications. [Start > All Programs > VAIO Support

Central]

VGP-XL1B Media Changer/Recorder

For complete hardware specifications, go to VAIO Support Central and select Product Specifications. [S tart > All Programs > VAIO Support Central]

Note: The VGP-XL1B Media Disc Changer is only supported by Sony when

bundled with the VAIO VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™.

Operating System Software

The operating system for the VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ is Microsoft® Windows

provides you with additional features and PC capabilities and when teamed with Media Center, provides you with an even greater entertainment value.

Note: The primary features of the Media Changer/Recorder are typically

controlled and accessed through Microsoft Edition 2005. Additional VAIO

accommodate the Media Changer /Re co rd er.

XP Media Center Edition 2005. VAIO value-added software

Windows® XP Media Center

features work with Media Center to

Even though the digital entertainment feature s of the VGX-XL1 system is designed to work through Media Center, the features can also be accessed through independent software applications pre-installed on XL1A computer. For a listing of these and other pre-installed application, see Sony Original

Software and Other Software Applications.

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Microsoft® Windows® Media Center Edition 2005

The following list contains a high-level overview of the features available to you in Media Center. For in-depth information about each feature, go to the specific topic in the VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ Entertainment Guide

included with the packaging materials.

Feature Description

My DVDs View all the DVDs in your media library . Select a DVD

to view programing informa tio n or to watch.

Online Spotlight The Online Spotlight provides Internet access to the

latest entertainment news and events.

My Pictures Categorize your pictures in as many folders as you

wish. Then, select a group to view a single picture or a slide of all pictures in the folder.

My TV Take control of your TV viewing experience. Watch

live TV or record your favorite show for later viewing.

My Music Enjoy access to all the music stored on your hard

drive. Organize, locate, and play your favorite music files in Media Center.

Create DVD Create DVDs from your favorite recorded TV series.

Select only the episodes you want to burn to DVD.

IMPORTANT: Sony supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law. TV programs and commercial DVDs that have been encrypted (protected) by the broadcaster cannot be copied and played back on any player other than the one recorded to

My Changer Manage your media library from your remote control,

including auto-ripping and multi-disk burning.

More Programs To enhance you entertainment experience, lin ks have

been included to additional progr am s fo r you r enjoyment. Manage Discs is an important program that gives you the tools you need to control the discs stored in the Media Changer/Recorder.

Settings Set your personal preferences for your digi tal

entertainment experience. Review this section carefully

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Sony Original Software

The following Sony original software programs can be accessed by selecting Windows Start > All Programs > [appl ication name]. For additional information about a specific application, start the application an d go to the

Help file.

• Click to DVD™ - DVD Creation

• SonicStage® Mastering Studio™ - Audio Mastering & Re-Mastering

• DVgate Plus™- Digital Video

• SonicStage® - Digital Music

• V AIO Media™ - Network File Sharing

• Image Converter - PSP™ (Play Station® Portable) hand held entertainment system

Other Software Applications

Help file.

• Adobe® Photoshop® Album Starter Edition - Photo Viewing and Organizing

• Adobe® Premiere® Standard Edition - Basic V ideo Mastering and Editing Tool from Adobe

• Adobe® Photoshop® Elements - Basic Photo Editing tool from Adobe

• Microsoft® Works 8.0 - Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Calendar, Scheduling, Contact Management, and Database

• Microsoft® Office 2003 60-Day Student/Teacher Edition Trial

1. The Microsoft Office 2003 60-Day Trial software is intended for evaluation purposes only. This trial software is installed on your system and you must activate the software before you can use it. Product activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the software; activation requires Internet access. This software has an expira tion date of 60 days from date of first use, at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations.

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• Intuit Quicken® 2005 New User Edition (Previous Quicken Users may require additional upgrade)

• InterVideo® WinDVD® - For DVD Playback

• Roxio® DigitalMedia SE - For Data DVD and CD Creation

Anti-virus and Recovery Software

• Norton® Internet Security™ 90-Day Subscription - Norton AntiVirus®, Norton Personal Firewall, Norton Privacy Control, Norton AntiSpam Norton Parental Control

Note: For additional information about Norton Security products, go to

http://www.symantec.com

•VAIO® Recovery Wizard

•VAIO® Control Center

• VAIO® Update

Getting to know the VGX-XL1 DLS System

Unpacking the VAIO XL1 Personal Computer

Make sure you have the following items:

VGX-XL1A PC Wireless Keyboard w/Intergrated Pointing Device WLAN Antenna Power Cord Infrared Blaster Cable HDMI™ Cable Optical S/PDIF Cable Keyboard Batteries (4)

Remote Batteries (2) HDMI™ to DVI-D

Adapter

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Unpacking the Media Changer/Recorder

Make sure you have the following items:

VGP-XL1B Changer Power Cord

a. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product con-

i.LINK

Cable

Keep all packaging material in case you need to move or ship the Media Disc Changer at a later time.

Wireless Keyboard

Setting up the Keyboard

Insert the Batteries

On the back of the Keyboard, remove the battery compartment cover and insert four (4) Alkaline AA batteries (Supplied) oriented as shown in the battery compartment. Replace the battery compartment cover.

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Activate Wireless Keyboard Communication

Before using the keyboard, you must activate communications between the DLS computer and the wireless keyboard w/integrated pointing device.

To activate wireless keyboard communications

Make sure there are no obstructions between the XL1A computer and the wireless keyboard when activating communications.

1 On the front of the keyboard, slide the Power button to On. 2 On the back of the keyboard, slide the Point Device button to On. 3 On the back of the keyboard, and the front panel of the XL1A compu ter, press

the connect buttons simultaneously and hold for a few seconds.

4 Test the keyboard and the point device to make sure both are functioning

properly.

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VAIO® Remote Control

Setting Up the Remote Control

1 Start MY TV, MY MUSIC, MY PICTURES, MY

VIDEO in Media Center. Press STANDBY to

place your computer in Standby mode.

2 Control the playback for TV, MUSIC, VIDEOS,

and ends a slide show. Buttons include:

STOP, PAUSE, FWD, SKIP, REPLAY, REW,

and RECORD. The right arrow button serves as a PLAY button.

3 Use the arrow buttons to move to a specific

location, the OK button to make your selection, the BACK button to go to the previous screen, and the MORE button to view additional information.

4 Use the START button to open Media Center.

Volume Controls (VOL) are on the left and

Channel (CH) or Page (PG) on the right of

the START button. A MUTE button is also provided to suppress sound.

Important Note: The VAIO® remote control will only control the audio coming from the headphone jack. It will NOT control the sound for your TV. You must use the remote control that you are currently using to control the sound for your TV.

5 Open the following screens RECORDED TV,

GUIDE, LIVE TV, DVD MENU. (DVD MENU is

available only when Media Center is active.)

6 Use these buttons to change channels and

enter text or numbers in a specific location.

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Insert the Batteries

On the back of the remote control, remove the battery compartment cover and insert two (2) Sony Super Mangan Alkaline batteries (supplied) oriented as shown in the battery compartment. Replace the battery compartment cover.

Note: When using the V AIO® remote control, remember to point the remote at

the VGX-XL1A personal computer, not at the TV or monitor.

About the Keyboard and Remote Control Batteries

When replacing batteries, the remote and keyboard will use any alkaline batteries. Please use the "same” kind of new batter i es fr om the sam e “manufacturer." Mixing new batteries and used batteries, and mixing different kinds of batteries (combination of manganese batteries and alkaline batteri es, etc.) can cause "leaking and damage".

Help Hints

• Turn the POWER switch "OFF" if you will not be using the keyboard for a while. Also, please take the batteries out if you will not be using the keyboard for a long time.

• The capacity of the batteries in the keyboard can be checked using the battery indicator located on the upper right of the keyboard.

• Replace the batteries when they get low. If you leave the batteries in the device even when the batteries are dead, it may cause leaking.

• Replace with new batteries after cleaning the liquid when liqui d leaks from the batteries.

• Use regular batteries. Re-chargeable batteries are not supported.

• Use alkaline batteries for the keyboard.

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XL1 Personal Computer Front Panel

The XL1A Personal Computer Front Inputs and Outputs

Power Button

Press to turn on the power to this device. If you press this button during the operation of this device, it will enter a hibernation state and the power lamp will be turned off

Power Lamp

The power lamp turns green when the electric power to this device is turned on. The power lamp blinks orange when it is in S tandby mode

(Hard Disk) Access Lamp

The access lamp blinks orange when you read or write dat a by acce ssing the disc or hard disc.

WLAN (wireless Lan lamp The wireless LAN lamp turns green when the wireless LANa is ready to be

used.

CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive (Double layer recording capable)

It will read data from DVD-ROM, DVD+R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R DVD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW and write data to DVD+R DL, DVD+R DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, CD-RW.

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Eject button

Press when the disc is to be removed from the drive.

SmartMedia™ (SM) xD-Picture Card™ memory card reader

Reads and writes data from and to SmartMedia or xD-Picture Card media.

Memory card access Lamp

It blinks orange when you read or write data from a "Memory Stick®", xDPicture Card, Smart Media, Compact Flash, or SD memory card.

CompactFlash® & Microdrive™ memory card reader

Reads and writes data from and to CompactFlash and Microdrive media.

Memory Stick Pro™/Memory St ick Duo™

Data from the "Memory Stick®" is read and written.

Secure Digital (SD) & MultiMediaCard™ (MMC) memory card reader

Data from the SD memory card is read and written.

USB (Universial Serial Bus) Connector (x2)

Connects to a device which supports the USB standard. The connector supports the USB 2.0 standard an d can also be connected to

a device which supports the USB 1.1 standard.

i.LINK

S400 port (IEEE 1394 connector (4 pin)

Connects to an i.LINK® supported device.

S VIDEO (S video input)

Connection for an S Video cable.

Composite Audio/Video IN

Connection for an Audio/Video cables.

Connect Keyboard/Pointing Device

Use this button when activating the wireless keyboard/pointing device.

a. Requires compatible wireless access point(s). Some features may rely on

Internet services which may require a fee.

b. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.

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c. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product con-

Using Memory Cards and Memory Card Readers

This section provides basic information about using your computer’s installed memory card readers and includes the following information:

• About Your Memory Card Readers

• About Memory Stick® Media

• Inserting a Memory Card

• Removing a Memory Card

• Sharing Memory Cards

About Your Memory Card Reader

Your V AIO® computer is equipped with memory card readers that are compatible with many popular types of memory cards. You can use your computer’s memory card readers to transfer data between digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices.

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Supported Memory Card Readers and Compatible Media

Smart Media™ xD-Picture Card™

Secure Digital (SD) MultiMediaCard™

Compact Flash

Memory Stick Duo™

Memory Stick Pro™

Microdrive™

Memory Stick

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About Memory Stick Media

Memory Stick® media are a compact, portable, and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible devices. The following types of Memory Stick compatibility with your computer can vary.

media are available, but

• MagicGate™ Memory Stick® Media - Provides copyright protection with authentication and encryption, using Sony

MagicGate technology. Authentication ensures that protecte d con te n t is only tra n sfe rr ed betwe en compliant devices and media. Protected content can be recorded and transferred in an encrypted format that prevents unauthorized duplication or playback. You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media.

• Memory Stick Pro™ media - Provides MagicGate copyright protec tio n and high-speed data transfer features when used with comp atible Memory Stick PRO devices. VAIO

computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only. High-speed data transfer and MagicGate technology features, such as authentication and encryption, may not be available. You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media.

• Memory Stick Pro Duo™ media - Provides the same features and benefits of Memory Stick PRO™ media, in a form that is 1/3 smaller in size.

• Memory Stick® media - Provides data storage only. The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high-speed data transfer. You can store di fferent data formats on a single Memory Stick media.

• Memory Stick Duo™ media - Provides the same features and bene fits of MagicGate™ Memory Stick media, in a form that is 1/3 smaller in size.

Compatibility between software programs and Memory Stick® media formats may vary. At this time, Sony suggests using only MagicGate Memory Stick

media to store and transfer any data created with SonicStage

software.

Visit the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport

regularly for the latest information on Memory Stick

media.

Note: Memory Stick media do not support AVI file playback directly from the

media. Copy the video file to your hard disk drive and then play back the file.

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Inserting a Memory Card

The memory card reader(s) are located be hind a protective cover on the front of the computer. To access the Memory Card Readers, flip the front cover down.

To insert Memory Cards

1 From the front panel, locate the appropriate reader(s) for the memory card(s)

you want to use.

2 Insert the memory card into the reader, in the direction indicated of the arrow

on the media. Do not force the card into the reader.

Note: If the memory card does not go in easily, gently remove the card and

verify you are entering the card in the proper di r ect ion.

To Protect data on Memory Stick® Media

Some Memory Stick® media are equipped with a write-protect tab*. The write protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your Memory Stick me dia. When you slide the write-protect tab to the LOCK position, your Memory Stick copy, or save information on the media while the write-protect tab in the

LOCK position. When you slide the tab to the un-LOCK position, you can

write to or modify your Memory Stick media’s contents.

media is write-protected. You cannot delete,

Locking the Memory Stick

If your computer stops recognizing your Memory Stick® media, you may have removed the media from the Memory Stick drive before the data access process completed. If this occurs, follow these steps:

1 Remove the Memory Stick® media from the slot. 2 Shut down your computer , closing any open soft ware programs, and then turn

your computer off.

3 Wait approximately 30 seconds, and then restart yo ur computer.

Your computer recognizes the Memory Stick® media, when you insert it into the Memory Stick slot again.

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Removing a Memory Card

The correct way to remove a memory card from a memory card reader varies, depending upon the media, reader, or computer model. Use care when

removing a memory card to avoid damage to the reader or card.

Note: Do not remove a media card while the media access indicator light is

on. The card or its data may be damaged.

To remove a Memory Stick® media, Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard™, SmartMedia™, or xD-Picture Card™ media

1 Press the extended part of the memory card, cau sing it to extend out from the

reader’s slot.

2 When the card extends, carefully remove it.

To remove a CompactFlash® media†

1 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card. 2 Pull to remove from the reader.

Sharing Memory Cards

If you plan to share your memory card between your VAIO® computer and devices such as a digital camera or music player, the card must be formatted properly. Follow the steps below to format your memory card.

1 Format the memory card by using it in the device first. See the information

supplied with the device for details how to format the memory card.

2 If your device does not recognize memory card that has been formatted by

your computer, so the following:

• Save the card’s contents to your hard disk drive.

• Reformat the memory card using the device, not your computer.

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XL1 Personal Computer Back Panel

The XL1A Personal Computer Back Inputs and Outputs

Line IN (L/R)

Connection for an external device.

Audio/Video IN

Connection for an Audio/Video cable to bring signal to the XL1A computer.

S-Video IN

Connection for an S Video cable.

Antenna/Cable

Connection for cable provider or external antenna.

Line OUT (L/R)

Connection for an external device.

HDMI™

Connection for HDMI cable for high definition video and/or sound for TV.

Ethernet 10/100/1000baseT

Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet. (The port marked with the Network symbol is for LAN connections only.)

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USB 2.0 (x2) Universal Serial Bus

Connects to a device which supports the USB standard. The connector supports the USB 2.0 standard an d can also be connected to

a device which supports the USB 1.1 standard.

Optical S/PDIF IN

Connection for Audio In.

i.LINK

(x2)

Your VAIO® computer is equipped with one 4-pin (front panel) and two 6-pin (back panel) i.LINK connected i.LINK to a connected i.LINK

port. A 4-pin i.LINK port cannot supply power to a

device. A 6-pin i.LINK port can supply power (10V to 12V)

device, if the device is equipped with a 6-pin

connector.

Optical S/PDIF OUT & Coaxial S/PDIF OUT

Connections for Audio Out.

Wireless LAN Antenna

Connection for Wireless LAN Antenna.

Infrared Transmitter OUT (x2)

Controls VCR, Setup box, and other devices in MCE.

Component Video OUT (480i, 480p,720P)

Connections for Video Out.

Power Cord

Connection for supplied power cord.

a. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product con-

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Media Changer/Recorder Front Panel

The XL1B Media Changer/Recorder Front Panel

Power Button

Connection for supplied power cable.

Optical Drive Slot

See online specifications sheet for optical drive information.

Load Button

Button to load media into the XL1B Media Changer/Recorder.

Eject Button

Button to eject or unload media from the XL1B Media Changer/Recorder.

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Media Changer/Recorder Back Panel

The XL1B Media Changer/Recorder Back Panel

i.LINK

S400 (x2)

Your V AIO® computer is equipped with a 4-pin (f ront panel) and a 6-pin (back panel) i.LINK

i.LINK connected i.LINK

port. A 4-pin i.LINK® port cannot supply power to a connected

device. A 6-pin i.LINK® port can supply power (10V to 12V) to a

device, if the device is equipped with a 6-pin connector.

Power Cord

Connection for supplied power cord.

a. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product con-

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Important Changer/Recorder Notes:

• There are two i.LINK®a ports on the back of the VGP-XL1B; however, you cannot connect this device to two different computers or a second changer.

• The second i.LINK tion: DO NOT connect/disconnect a second 1394 device on the second port of the changer while the device is being used (burning, ripping, or playing back any type of discs.)

port functions as a normal 1394 port with one excep-

• Once a new device is plugged into the second i.LINK

®1

port of the VGXXL1B, both the changer and the second device are re-enumerated by the operating system, which could interrupt the current process running on th e

changer.

Note: The VGP-XL1B Media Changer/Recorder is a Class 1 Laser Product.

1. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an

IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary depending on the soft ware applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an i.LINK con nection for information on compatibility, operating conditions and proper connection. For information on any Sony device having an i.LINK connection, contact Sony at 1-800-686-7669.

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Support Resources.

VAIO® Support Central

VAIO® Support Central provides you with a single location for all of your support needs and allows you to easily access valuable suppo rt and technical information from Sony and Microsoft.

Keep your VAIO® computer’s system software and operating system updated using VAIO Web Support and Microsoft Update.

Note: You must be connected to the Internet to access some of the VAIO

Support Central features.

Please carefully review all support options in VAIO Support Central.

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To access VAIO® Support Central

1 Using your wireless keyboard w/integrated pointing device, select the

Windows Start button.

2 From the Start menu, select All Programs. 3 From the All Programs menu, select VAIO® Support Central.

Note: To access the most updated information available for the VGX-XL1

Digital Living System, periodically go to VAIO

Support Central >

Documentation and select the VGX-XL1 DLS User Guide. This guide will

updated on an ongoing basis for your convenience.

Documentation

The following support documents for the VAIO® VGX-XL1 system are available in VAIO

Support Central.

Online User Guide: The online user guide is designed to provide you with detailed information about the VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ product.

Note: The Online User Guide will be updated on an ongoing basis for your

convenience. Please return to VAIO Support Central > Documentation periodically to download updated User Guide information.

Entertainment Guide: The Entertainment Guide is designed to provide you with an overview of how to setup up Media Center. It also contains an

overview of all Media Center features along with specific VAIO

features for

the Media Disc Changer.

VGX-XL1 Legal & Safety Guide: The Legal & Safety Guide

Safety Information

Carefully read the VGX-XL1 Safety Information Guide. The guide, in printed format, is contained in the packaging materials and can also be access from VAIO Support Central by selecting Documemtation.

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Additional Notes

The wireless LAN function

The wireless LAN1 that comes equipped in this device is certified to comply with the "Wi-Fi specifications" under the provisions of the WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance.)

Security when using wireless LAN devices

It is very important to set up security on the wireless LAN.

Important Note: Sony will not be held responsible for damages resulting

when security measures are not taken, or when security problems occur due to the circumstance outside of the wireless LAN specifications.

Refer to Appendix A: Wireless Local Area Network in this guide for more details.

Copy protection

You can not use this device for recording of content for other than your personal enjoyment without the copyright holders permission under the copyright law.

It is necessary to obey the copyright law and permitted usage conditions for each copyrighted work and for making multiple copies of copyrighted wor ks. It is prohibited to make copies or use, chan ge, delete or make other revisions to or alter the integrity of captured video, images, or audio without the copyright owners permission.

Summary

Chapter 1: Getting Started provided you with an overview of the VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™ including hardware, operating system, and additional value-added VAIO

1. Requires compatible wireless access point(s). Some features may rely on Internet services which may require a fee.

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software.

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Before You Begin

Before setting up your VGX-XL1 Digital Living System™, consider the environment in which it will be placed. Listed bel ow are som e gene ra l guidelines.

• The maximum distance between XL1A computer and the keyb oard can be up to 30 ft.

• Placing the keyboard near a metallic object may affect communication between the keyboard and the computer.

• Do not set up the VGX-XL1 DLS in the following locations:

- in direct sunlight

- near a magnet or a item that generates a magnetic field

- areas with high heat, such as near a heater

- areas with excessive heat, dust, and humidity

- areas with poor ventilation

Please observe the following items to avoid damage.

• Always turn off the power before the device is moved. Damage may be caused to the hard disk if the device is transferred or moved with the power on.

Chapter 2:

Setting Up the DLS System

• Do not attempt to move the Media Changer/Recorder if there are discs inside the carousel. Remove all discs from the optical drives (computer and changer) before moving.

• Do not tip or hit this device. Even a small impact or vibration may cause some damage to your hard disk.

• Do not set up where it is not secure.

• Do not place an object over the ventilation holes.

• If the XL1A computer and the XL1B Media Changer/Recorder are placed in an enclosed entertainment cabnet, make sure there is sufficient airflow.

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