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RoomLink™ User Guide Guide
Network Media Receiver
PCNA-MR10
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Notice © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT
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Important information for Canadian customers: Your new device may include certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are available to U.S. customers only. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, Giga Pocket, SonicStage, PictureGear Studio, Remote Commander, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Video Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Console, and RoomLink are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or register
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Safety Information This Sony product is designed and tested to comply with the safety regulations. Use of this equipment in a manner not approved in this manual may be hazardous. Read the safety and caution information before operating RoomLink™, complying with all safety precautions and warnings. Stop operating the unit immediately, under these circumstances: ❑ The unit emits smoke or fumes. ❑ The unit makes loud or unusual noise. ❑ Water or any foreign object has fallen ❑ The unit has been d
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❑ In a location that is subject to moisture or rapid temperature change. ❑ Near obstacles that shield or block electrical signals, such as metal or concrete walls. ❑ In a location with poor ventilation. ❑ If there is a rapid change in temperature, condensation (water droplets) may form in RoomLink™, causing it to malfunction. ❑ If this occurs, disconnect the equipment from the VAIO® computer and TV for two to three hours. The unit should resume normal operation. ❑ To clean the RoomLink™ devi
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Attaching the ferrite core To comply with FCC Rules, Part 15, a ferrite core is supplied with RoomLink™. The ferrite core * should be attached to the network cable , to reduce or eliminate electrical interference. 1) Open the ferrite core and place the core approximately 3 to 4 inches from the end of the network cable. 2) Wrap the network cable twice around the ferrite core, lengthwise, with the cable running directly through the center groove of the core. 3) Close the ferrite core tightly ar
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Cautions Unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet during a lightning storm. Lightning may cause electric shock or damage to the equipment. When severe lightning is expected, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet to avoid fire, electric shock, or damage to the equipment. Do not touch the equipment during a lightning storm. This equipment is for use only in the country of purchase. Using this equipment under a different voltage may cause fire or electric shock. Use of this
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Précautions Débranchez l'adaptateur AC de la prise de courant pendant les orages. Les éclairs peuvent provoquer des décharges électriques ou endommager le matériel. Lorsqu'un gros orage est annoncé, débranchez l'adaptateur AC de la prise de courant afin d'éviter les risques d'incendie, de décharge électrique ou de dégâts au matériel. Ne touchez pas le matériel durant un orage. Ce matériel ne doit être utilisé que dans le pays où il a été acheté. L'utilisation de ce matériel avec un voltage
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Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCNA-MR10 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Rd. Oradell, NJ 07649 Telephone: 201-930-6972 This phone number is for FCC-related matters only. 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 ma
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Tout changement ou toute modification à ce matériel qui ne soit pas expressément approuvée dans ce manuel peut annuler votre autorité à utiliser ce matériel. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer product. Operation with noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception. All cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Ope
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Contents Welcome.....................................................15 About RoomLink.......................................................16 Unpacking your RoomLink.......................................18 Locating Controls, Jacks, and Ports.......19 Front panel.................................................................20 Back panel .................................................................21 Remote Commander..................................................22 Setting Up RoomLink
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Configuring RoomLink .............................57 Configuring Default Settings ....................................58 Setting Up RoomLink...............................................65 Watching and Recording TV Programs..............................................75 Watching TV programs ............................................76 Recording TV programs ...........................................80 Viewing Video............................................87 Playing Video .................
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Contents Support Options......................................119 Immediate Help and Support...................................120 Contacting Sony for Help and Support ...................122 Specifications..........................................125 Index.........................................................127 13
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Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony® RoomLink™! Your new network media receiver is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. The information provided in this user guide is designed to help you become familiar with RoomLink™ and its features. 15
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RoomLink User Guide About RoomLink The network media receiver enables you to display still images, play video contents, or music files on your TV screen, when RoomLink™ is connected to a VAIO® computer that contains your video and audio content. When you connect RoomLink™ to a VAIO computer with Giga Pocket™ features, you can record and view TV programs simultaneously or set up future timer recording. The network media receiver can accomodate multiple VAIO computer connections by using a r
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About RoomLink Multimedia compatibility Video and Movie file compatibility Only Video Capsules recorded on a VAIO® computer with Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder features, or video content recorded with RoomLink™ can be viewed using RoomLink™. Other video file formats may not be compatible with RoomLink™. For details on how to use Giga Pocket features, see your VAIO® Computer User Guide or the Giga Pocket Help. Music file compatibility Only Playlists that are managed by SonicStage™ soft
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RoomLink User Guide Unpacking your RoomLink When you unpack your RoomLink™ device, verify that you have all supplied accessories. RoomLink and accessories RoomLink™ (network media receiver) Network cable Audio/Video cable Crossover cable Stand AA batteries (2) AC adapter Spacers Remote Commander® unit Power cord Ferrite core Connection adapter Manuals ❑ RoomLink™ User Guide — Contains information about setting up and using the network media receiver. The user guide also provides resources for
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Locating Controls, Jacks, and Ports This section describes the controls, jacks, and ports available on your RoomLink™ unit and the Remote Commander® unit. 19
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RoomLink User Guide Front panel The front panel contains the power button, infrared receiver, and status indicators. Network media receiver (front panel) 1 POWER/REC indicator The indicator is white while the power is on. The indicator is red during TV recording. The indicator blinks (red) during firmware updates. 2 Infrared receiver Enables communication between the RoomLink™ unit and the Remote Commander® unit. (Do not block the area in front of the infrared receiver.) 3 Power button/Stand
