Sony VGP-MR100U User Manual [en, de, fr, it]

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Network Media Receiver

VGP-MR100_

Quick Start Guide/Guide de démarrage rapide/ Kurzanleitung/Guida rapida all’uso/Snelle startgids

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English

Viewing the Operating Instructions

1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. 2 Click “Start”, select “My Computer”, and then double-click the CD-ROM drive icon. 3 Open the “Manual” folder, and then open the “EN” folder. 4 Double-click the file “VGP-MR100_Operating Instructions.pdf”.

Français

Visualisation du mode d'emploi

1 Insérez le CD-ROM fourni dans le lecteur de l'ordinateur. 2 Cliquez sur « Démarrer », sélectionnez « Poste de travail », puis double-cliquez sur l'icône du lecteur de

CD-ROM.

3 Ouvrez le dossier « Manuel », puis le dossier « FR ». 4 Double-cliquez sur le fichier « VGP-MR100_Mode d’emploi.pdf ».

Deutsch

Anzeigen der Bedienungsanleitung

1 Legen Sie die mitgelieferte CD-ROM in das CD-ROM-Laufwerk am Computer ein. 2 Klicken Sie auf „Start“, wählen Sie „Arbeitsplatz“ aus, und doppelklicken Sie dann auf das CD-ROM-

Laufwerksymbol.

3 Öffnen Sie den Ordner „Manual“, und öffnen Sie dann den Ordner „DE“. 4 Doppelklicken Sie auf die Datei „VGP-MR100_Bedienungsanleitung.pdf“.

Italiano

Visualizzazione delle istruzioni per l’uso

1 Inserire il CD-ROM in dotazione nell'apposita unità del computer. 2 Fare clic su “Start”, selezionare “Risorse del computer”, quindi fare doppio clic sull'icona dell'unità CD-

ROM.

3 Aprire la cartella “Manuale”, quindi aprire la cartella “IT”. 4 Fare doppio clic sul file “VGP-MR100_

Istruzioni per l’uso

.pdf”.

Nederlands

De gebruiksaanwijzing weergeven

1 Plaats de bijgeleverde CD-ROM in het CD-ROM-station van de computer. 2 Klik op "Start", selecteer "Deze computer" en dubbelklik op het pictogram van het CD-ROM-station. 3 Open de map "Manual" en daarna de map "NL". 4 Dubbelklik op het bestand "VGP-MR100_Gebruiksaanwijzing.pdf".

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English – Quick Start Guide ......................................................... 4

Français – Guide de démarrage rapide ..................................... 33

Deutsch – Kurzanleitung ............................................................ 61

Italiano – Guida rapida all’uso ................................................... 88

Nederlands – Snelle startgids .................................................. 115

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English

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

• The power socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

• Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation.

For customers in the USA and Canada

Owner’s record

The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Network Media Receiver.

Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to this number whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. VGP-MR100U Serial No. __________________________

FCC Notice

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 to 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.

The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Customer Information Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada.

The number below is for FCC related matters only.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: VGP-MR100U Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernard Dr.,

San Diego, CA 92127

U.S.A Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 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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FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between radiator and your body(excluding extremities:hands, wrists and feet).

This equipment must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

For customers in Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

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 of the device.

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.

If a problem occurs with this product as a result of defective manufacturing, Sony will replace it.

However, Sony bears no other responsibility. Please note that, due to continued efforts to

improve quality, the firmware specifications may be changed without notice.

Television programs, films, videotapes, CDs and other materials may be copyrighted. Such materials recorded with your device are for your personal use only. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. The law prohibits adding any modification to the recorded materials including but not limited to motion pictures, images and audio, without authorization from the copyright holder.

Some of these materials may be duplicationprotected to disable unlawful recording.

Television programs, films, videotapes, CDs and other materials may be copyrighted. Recorded materials are for your personal use only. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws.

IC Exposure of Humans to RF Fields

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.

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Trademarks

• VAIO, , and VAIO Media are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• ATHEROS and Atheros Total 802.11 Super G are trademarks of Atheros Communications, Inc. The Atheros and Atheros Total 802.11 Super G logos are registered trademarks of Atheros Communications, Inc.

• Other system names and product names appearing in this document are generally registered trademarks or trademarks of their manufacturers.

•™ and ® marks are not shown in this document.

In this manual, Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition and Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional are referred to as Windows XP.

About the supplied guides

The following guides are included with this Network Media Receiver.

• Operating Instructions

Contains information on how to use the Network Media Receiver. Included on the supplied CD-ROM.

• Quick Connection Guide

Contains information on how to connect the Network Media Receiver.

• Quick Start Guide (this document)

Contains information on how to setup the Network Media Receiver.

z Illustrations used in this manual

Illustrations and screens used in this guide may vary from the actual screens.

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What this product can do

You can use your TV set to enjoy photos, video, or music stored on your computer.

Support for connecting of multiple computers

Multiple computers can be connected via a router with a built-in Ethernet hub (or a stand-alone Ethernet hub).

When multiple computers are connected, you can switch between them.

Check the supplied accessories

After unpacking the unit, make sure that the accessories listed below are present. If anything is missing, contact the Sony dealer where you purchased this product or a Sony service representative in your area.

You can use the boxes ❏ to check off items.

Network Media Receiver (1)

❏

Remote control (1)

❏

IEC R6 (size AA) battery (2)

❏

AC adapter (1)

❏

Power cord (1)

❏

Audio/video connection cable (1)

❏

Network cable (5 m) (1)

❏

Crossover cable (1 m) (1)

❏

Quick Start Guide (1)

❏

Quick Connection Guide (1)

❏

Warranty card (1)

❏

CD-ROM (1)

❏

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Setup overview

Connection between the Network Media Receiver and computer

This product offers two network interfaces, wireless and Ethernet cable. To connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer, select the network interface that is best suited to your situation.

Note

If both network interfaces are used at the same time, the network interface specified in “Network Type” has priority.

Wireless connection

The wireless LAN interface built into the Network Media Receiver can be used to connect to a computer via a wireless LAN access point.

Note

The Network Media Receiver always operates in wireless LAN infrastructure mode (access point network mode). Ad-Hoc (Peer-to-Peer) mode is not supported.

Cable based connection

Using the Ethernet cable connection, the Network Media Receiver is connected to the computer using a network cable.

Depending on the number of computers and type of equipment, various configurations are possible. The illustration below shows an example for connecting the Network Media Receiver to the

computer via a hub (a device for connecting multiple devices on a network).

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Getting ready

The steps necessary to prepare the unit for use differ, depending on whether a wireless LAN or a network cable is used to connect to the computer.

1. Prepare the remote control for use c Page 10

The remote control is necessary for operating of the Network Media Receiver.

2. Connect the Network Media Receiver to a TV c Page 13

Select a suitable connector and cable according to the requirements of the TV monitor. It is also possible to make the connection to the TV via a VCR.

Connect the Network Media Receiver to computer via a network cable

Connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer using a network cable. When using a wireless connection, this step is not required.

4. Connect power c Page 24

Connect the supplied AC adapter to the Network Media Receiver to supply power.

5. Configure wireless LAN settings c Page 25

When the Network Media Receiver is to be connected to the computer via a wireless connection, without using a network cable, several wireless LAN settings must be configured. When using a network cable connection, this step is not required.

6. Change the settings of the Network Media Receiver to match the c Page 28

network connection

Depending on the network environment, some settings of the Network Media Receiver may have to be changed, setting whether to obtain an IP address automatically or use a fixed address. The default setting is “Obtain an IP address automatically (using router)”.

c Page 16

7. Configure settings at the computer c Page 30

The computer must be configured to share its photos, video, and music. When using a VAIO computer, the VAIO Media software must be configured. When using a different kind of computer, corresponding settings must be configured.

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1 Prepare the remote control for use

Inserting the batteries

As shown in the illustration, open the battery cover lid of the remote control, and insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied).

Verify e/E polarity, and insert the batteries from the E side.

Using the remote control

To use the remote control, point it towards the remote control sensor on the Network Media Receiver, and press the appropriate buttons.

Remote control sensor

z Hints

• If the operating range of the remote control decreases, replace both batteries with fresh ones.

• After replacing the batteries, the TV manufacturer code (pages 11, 12) must be set again.

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Programming the remote control

Your remote control is preprogrammed to control certain TVs. Find the code number for your TV’s manufacturer in the table below. The remote control may not be compatible with some TV models, even when the appropriate TV manufacturer code is entered.

If you are using a Sony TV set, you do not need to program the remote control, as it is set by default.

To program the remote control:

1 Press and hold the SELECT button. 2 Enter your TV code number, using the channel number buttons. 3 Release the SELECT button after you have entered the TV code number.

Note

After replacing the batteries in your remote control, the TV manufacturer’s code requires resetting. Reset the code each time you replace the batteries.

For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

TV Manufacturer Code Number

Admiral 02, 09, 14 AOC 12 Bell & Howell 09, 14 Brocsonic 03, 12 Craig 20, 21, 22, 23 Croslex 11 Curtis Mathis 03, 19, 23 Daewoo 3, 35, 36 Daytron 13 Emerson 03, 13, 15, 20, 21, 22, 23 Fisher 25 GE 02, 03, 18 Goldstar/LG 03, 12, 13, 30 Hitachi 03, 13, 31 JC Penney 02, 03, 30 JVC 28 KTV 3, 13, 23 LXI (Sears) 02, 03, 11, 12, 19, 25 Magnavox 03, 11, 12, 13 Mitsubishi 03, 12, 24

TV Manufacturer Code Number

NEC 03, 12 Panasonic 16, 18 Philco 03, 11, 13 Philips 11 Pioneer 18, 19, 37 Portland 03 Quasar 18 Radio Shack 02, 12, 23, 24 RCA/PROSCAN 02, 03 Samsung 03, 12, 13, 26 Sanyo 25 Scott 12, 23 Sharp 13, 14, 15 Signature 09, 14 Sony 01 Sylvania 03, 11, 12 Symphonic 23 Toshiba 14, 19 Vidtech 03, 12, 31 Wards 03, 12, 13, 15 Zenith 09

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For customers in Europe

TV Manufacturer Code Number

Akai 02, 04 Beko 25 Daewoo 04, 05, 06 Finlux 26 Goldstar/LG 04, 07 Grundig 07 Hitachi 04, 27, 28 JVC 02, 11 Loewe 04, 07 Medion 04 Mitsubishi 13, 14 Mivar 15

TV Manufacturer Code Number

NEC 16 Panasonic 17 Philips 04 Pioneer 19 Samsung 04, 07 Sanyo 02 Schneider 02, 03, 04 Sharp 21 Thomson 22 Toshiba 03, 24

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2 Connect the Network Media Receiver to a

Note

Make sure that the power cord is not plugged into an AC outlet when you connect the Network Media Receiver to the TV, or the Network Media Receiver may not operate properly.

Use the supplied audio/video cable to connect the Network Media Receiver to the TV. The plugs of the audio/video cable are color-coded. Insert each plug into the respective connector. When using an S-Video cable (not supplied), do not connect the yellow video plug of the audio/

video cable.

To video input

S-Video cable (not supplied)

Audio/video cable (supplied)

To AUDIO/

VIDEO OUT To S VIDEO OUT connector

Note

Do not place the Network Media Receiver on top of the TV. Avoid high locations where tension on the cable could cause the unit to fall.

connectors

l : Signal flow

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To connect the Network Media Receiver to a TV via a VCR

Make the connection shown below.

To audio/video input

Audio/video cable (supplied)

To AUDIO/VIDEO connectors

l : Signal flow

To connect the Network Media Receiver to a TV with component video input

Use a component video cable (not supplied) to connect the Network Media Receiver to the component video input on the TV, as shown below. Insert each plug into the respective connector.

To component video input

Component video cable (not supplied)

To COMPONENT VIDEO OUT connectors

l : Signal flow

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To use the digital audio output

Make the connections to an amplifier with digital input, as shown below.

Optical fiber cable (not supplied)

To OPTICAL OUT connector

Note

When using the digital optical output, do not use the analog audio output connectors.

To digital input (optical)

l : Signal flow

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3 Connect the Network Media Receiver to

computer via a network cable

This step is not required when using a wireless connection between the Network Media Receiver and the computer. Proceed to “4 Connect power” (page 24).

Note

Make sure that the power cord is not plugged into an AC outlet when you connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer, or the Network Media Receiver may not operate properly.

Network cable connection

To connect the Network Media Receiver to the computer, the network port of the computer must be free, or a hub with at least one free port must be available.

Depending on your system environment, the connection will differ.

Also refer to the separate Quick Connection Guide.

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When the computer is connected to the Internet via a network (LAN) cable

System environment How to connect

A LAN port available on ADSL/cable modem with

router capability

ADSL/cable modem with router capability

Network Media Receiver

B No open LAN port available on the ADSL/cable

modem with router capability

Connect the Network Media Receiver to an open LAN port using a network cable.

See “Case 2: Connecting via a hub” (page 21).

A hub is required.

ADSL/cable modem with router capability

Network Media Receiver

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System environment How to connect

C ADSL/cable modem or hub has no router

capability

See “Case 1: Connecting via a router with built-in hub” (page 20, C).

A router with built-in hub is required.

ADSL/cable modem or hub without router capability

Network Media Receiver

D Connecting directly to a LAN outlet in a building-

wide network, etc.

A router with built-in hub is required.

Network Media Receiver

See “Case 1: Connecting via a router with built-in hub” (page 20, D).

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When the computer is connected to the Internet not via dial-up modem or is not connected to the Internet

System environment How to connect

Using an internal modem to connect to the Internet

Network Media Receiver

See “Case 3: Network connector of computer is free” (page 22).

Note

After connection, set the IP address of the computer to a fixed value, as described in “Assigning a fixed IP address to the computer” (page 22).

F Not connected to the Internet

Network Media Receiver

G Connecting to multiple computers in the E or F

environment

A router with built-in hub (or a stand-alone hub) is required.

Network Media Receiver

See “Case 3: Network connector of computer is free” (page 22).

Note

After connection, set the IP address of the computer to a fixed value, as described in “Assigning a fixed IP address to the computer” (page 22).

See “Case 1: Connecting via a router with built-in hub” (page 20, G).

Note

When using a stand-alone hub, set the IP address of the computer to a fixed value, as described in “Assigning a fixed IP address to the computer” (page 22).

z Hints

• To check whether your ADSL/cable modem has router capability, consult the instructions that came

with the modem, or contact your ADSL or cable internet provider.

• The default setting of the Network Media Receiver is “Obtain an IP address automatically (using

router)”. Depending on your system environment, this setting may have to be changed. For information on how to do this, see page 28.

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To connect the Network Media Receiver to a network

Connect the Network Media Receiver and the computer using the supplied network cable, as shown below.

Case 1: Connecting via a router with built-in hub (system environment C, D, G)

When a router with built-in hub is used in environment

nothing is connected to the WAN port.

ADSL modem, cable modem, or similar without router capability (third-party)

Router with built-in hub (third-party)

Network cable (not supplied)

To NETWORK connector

Computer 1

To NETWORK connector

Computer 2

Depending on the respective system connection environment, the connection may be different. For details, contact the technical support department of your Internet provider.

Use a router with built-in hub that supports 100BASE-TX. All the networked equipment must support 100BASE-TX for optimum playback experience.

Notes

• When a router with built-in hub is used in environment value, as described in “Assigning a fixed IP address to the computer” (page 22).

• The default setting of the Network Media Receiver is “Obtain an IP address automatically (using router)”. Depending on your system environment, this setting may have to be changed. For information on how to do this, see page 28.

Network cable (supplied)

To NETWORK connector

Network Media Receiver

Network cable (not supplied)

, set the IP address of the computer to a fixed

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Case 2: Connecting via a hub (system environment B)

ADSL modem, cable modem, or similar without router capability

LINELAN

(third-party)

Hub

Network cable (not supplied)

Network cable (supplied)

To NETWORK connector

Computer 1

Network Media Receiver

To NETWORK connector

Network cable (not supplied)

Computer 2

Depending on the respective system connection environment, the connection may be different. For details, contact the technical support department of your Internet provider.

Use a router with built-in hub that supports 100BASE-TX. All the networked equipment must support 100BASE-TX for optimum playback experience.

Notes

• Use a router with a built-in hub (or stand-alone hub) that supports 100BASE-TX.

• Use network cables that support 100BASE-TX.

z Hint

As shown on the previous page and in the illustration above, multiple computers can be connected.

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Case 3: Network connector of computer is free (system environments E, F)

Connection adapter (supplied)

Crossover cable (supplied)

To NETWORK

To NETWORK connector

connector

Computer

Note

When connecting the Network Media Receiver and the computer as shown above, the following settings must be configured:

• Assign a fixed IP address to the computer (this page).

• Select an IP address allocation method for the Network Media Receiver (page 28).

Network Media Receiver

Assigning a fixed IP address to the computer

When the Network Media Receiver is connected via a network cable in one of the system environments listed below, a fixed IP address must be assigned to the computer.

• E, F (page 19)

• G (page 19) without router with built-in hub

Note

Do not use this system configuration if the system environment includes a router (or a router with built-in hub).

1 On the computer, click “Start” on the Windows taskbar, and click “My

Computer” to display the “My Computer” window.

2 Click “More” and “My Network Places”.

The “My Network Places” window appears.

3 Click “Show Network Connections”.

The “Network Connections” window appears.

4 Right-click “Local Area Connection”, and click “Properties”.

The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears.

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5 Click the “General” tab, select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)”, and click

“Properties”.

The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.

6 Select “Use the following IP address” and enter the following address

in the “IP Address” and “Subnet Mask” fields:

When multiple computers are connected to the Network Media Receiver, assign different values to the different computers.

IP address 169.254.XXX.XXX (Enter “169.254” followed by two blocks of

Subnet mask 255.255.0.0

three-digit numbers selected by you, such as “222.222”.)

7 Click “OK”.

The fixed IP address selected above is assigned to the computer.

8 Close the “Local Area Connection Properties” and “Network

Connections” windows.

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4 Connect power

1 Connect the AC adapter, to the Network Media Receiver.

AC adapter (supplied)

2 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter, and plug it into an AC

outlet.

About 20 seconds after you connect the power, the standby indicator lights up in red. Before this happens, you cannot turn the Network Media Receiver on.

To DC IN 5.2V input connector

to a wall outlet

AC adapter (supplied)

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5 Configure wireless LAN settings

Use the screens displayed on your TV to configure the wireless LAN settings. If you are connecting the Network Media Receiver to your computer via a network cable, skip this procedure, and go to “6 Change settings of Network Media Receiver to match network connection” (page 28).

Refer to the Operating Instructions (included on the supplied CD-ROM) for the location of buttons on the remote control and for remote control operations.

1 Press the TV POWER button on the remote control to turn on the TV

set.

2 Use the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to set the TV to

display the signal from the input to which the Network Media Receiver is connected.

3 Press the Network Media Receiver POWER button to turn on the

Network Media Receiver.

The standby indicator changes to green, and the “Select a server...” screen appears on the TV.

Select a server•••

OPTIONS

SELECT

:Select :System Settings

4 Press the OPTIONS button on the remote control.

The OPTIONS menu appears.

5 Use the V/v buttons to select “System Settings” , and press the

SELECT button.

The “System Settings” screen appears.

System Settings

TV Type Network Settings Playback Preference Firmware Update Default Settings System Information Language Settings

SELECT

RETURN

:Select

:Return

6 Use the V/v buttons to select “Network Settings”, and press the

SELECT button.

The “Network Settings” screen appears.

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7 Specify the network type.

1 Use the V/v buttons to select “Network Type”, and press the SELECT button. 2 Use the V/v buttons to select “Wireless LAN”, and press the SELECT button. 3 Use the V/v/B/b buttons to select “OK”, and press the SELECT button.

When the message about restarting the Network Media Receiver appears, select “OK”, and press the SELECT button. The Network Media Receiver restarts and enters Standby mode.

8 Repeat steps 3 to 6 to bring up the “Network Settings” screen again. 9 Configure the settings for the wireless LAN environment.

1 On the “Network Settings” screen, use the V/v buttons to select “Wireless

LAN Configurations”, and press the SELECT button. The “Wireless LAN Configurations” screen appears. On this screen, you can make the settings listed below. For information on settings for your wireless LAN, refer to the documentation for your wireless LAN access point and router.

SSID: The name of your wireless network Security: The wireless network data protection policy Key Length: Length of key used to encrypt data Key Format: Format of key used to encrypt data Index: Index of key used to encrypt data Key Phrase: Key used to encrypt data

2 Select the settings appropriate to your wireless network.

A software keyboard appears on the screen to enable you to enter the SSID and Key Phrase. For instructions on using the software keyboard, refer to “Using the software keyboard” on page 27.

3 Use the V/v/B/b buttons to select “OK”, and press the SELECT button.

When the message about restarting the Network Media Receiver appears, select “OK”, and press the SELECT button. The Network Media Receiver restarts and enters Standby mode.

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Using the software keyboard

The software keyboard appears on the screen whenever SSID or Key Phrase is selected on the “Wireless LAN Configurations” screen.

Use this display to input a character string as follows.

1 Select the input mode.

Use the V/v/B/b buttons to select “Number”, “abc”, “ABC”, or “Symbol”, and press the SELECT button.

The key input buttons for the selected mode are shown on the screen.

2 Use the V/v/B/b buttons to select the desired character, and press the

SELECT button.

The selected character appears at the character cursor position in the display field.

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the full string for the SSID or Key Phrase

field.

4 When the input is complete, use the V/v/B/b buttons to select “Enter”,

and press the SELECT button.

The entered character string is set at the SSID or Key Phrase, and the Software Keyboard display closes.

To delete the character positioned immediately before the character

Use the V/v/B/b buttons to select “BS”, and press the SELECT button.

To start the input over

Use the V/v/B/b buttons to select “Clear”, and press the SELECT button. The entire string entered so far is cleared.

To enter a space

Use the V/v/B/b buttons to select “Space”, and press the SELECT button.

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Change the settings of the Network Media

Receiver to match the network connection

The factory default setting of the Network Media Receiver is “Obtain an IP address automatically (using router)”. Depending on your system environment, this setting may have to be changed.

If a router is being used, there is no need to change the setting.

Use the screens displayed on your TV to configure the network setting.

Refer to the Operating Instructions (included on the supplied CD-ROM) for the location of buttons on the remote control and for remote control operations.

1 Press the TV POWER button on the remote control to turn on the TV

set.

2 Use the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to set the TV to

display the signal from the input to which the Network Media Receiver is connected.

3 Press the Network Media Receiver POWER button to turn the Network

Media Receiver on.

The standby indicator changes to green, and the “Select a server...” screen appears on the TV.

Select a server•••

OPTIONS

SELECT

:Select :System Settings

4 Press the OPTIONS button on the remote control.

The OPTIONS menu appears.

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5 Use the V/v buttons to select “System Settings” , and press the

SELECT button.

The “System Settings” screen appears.

System Settings

TV Type Network Settings Playback Preference Firmware Update Default Settings System Information Language Settings

SELECT

RETURN

:Select

:Return

6 Use the V/v buttons to select “Network Settings”, and press the

SELECT button.

The “Network Settings” screen appears.

7 Change the IP address allocation method and specify the IP address if

necessary.

1 Use the V/v buttons to select “IP Address”, and press the SELECT button.

The “IP Address” screen appears.

2 Use the V/v buttons to select the setting that matches your network

environment, and press the SELECT button. If the environment includes a router: select “Obtain an IP address automatically (using router)”. If the environment does not include a router: select “Obtain an IP address automatically (not using router)”.

3 If you have selected “Specify an IP address”, use the V/v/B/b buttons to select

“OK”, and press the SELECT button. Then use the number buttons to enter the IP address and subnet mask, and press the SELECT button.

4 Use the V/v/B/b buttons to select “OK”, and press the SELECT button.

When the message about restarting the Network Media Receiver appears, select “OK” and press the SELECT button. The Network Media Receiver restarts and enters Standby mode.

z Hint

If you have selected “Obtain an IP address automatically”, the assigned IP address will be displayed when you access the “IP Address” screen after the Network Media Receiver has restarted.

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Configure settings at the computer

Configure the connected computer to enable access from with the Network Media Receiver.

For VAIO computers

Start the VAIO Media Setup program installed on your VAIO computer, and make the necessary settings.

For details on VAIO Media Setup, refer to the VAIO Media help.

For computers other than VAIO

Setup methods vary for different computers. For details on your setup method, refer to the instruction manuals that came with your computer or with the media content server software you are using.

Notes

• If a hard disk drive recovery procedure is performed on your computer, returning it to its original factory configuration, the initial settings described here have to be configured again.

• When using a VAIO computer, you must first install VAIO Media 4.1 or later.

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