Sony VGX-XL2 Manuel d'utilisateur

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2What is VGX-XL2?The VGX-XL2 is composed of two products combined to bring you the ultimate experience in digital home entertainment.VGX-XL2 works jus

92 Start Menu | My VideosIn Media Center, it’s easy to find out more information about any digital video in your library. It doesn’t matter if you jus

93Start Menu | My VideosWith Media Center, its easy to copy your digital videos to a CD or DVD for safe keeping or to share with family and friends. S

94Start Menu | My VideosYour computer comes equipped with DVgate Plus™ software, which allows you to import and edit videos from an external device or

95Helpful HintsResize the Viewing Screen You can watch your DVD movie in an viewport screen, which allows you access to other areas of Media Cen-ter,

96Start Menu | My PicturesMy PicturesMedia Center makes it easy and fun to look at your digital photos. From My Photos you can:• View your pictures in

97Start Menu | My PicturesUsing My Pictures in Media Center, it is easy to store and organize pictures that you have created with your digital camera

98Start Menu | My PicturesPress OK to open a folder and view thumbnails of your pictures. Move to the picture you want to view and press OK again. Pre

99Start Menu | My PicturesPicture Details: Edit Your PicturesIt’s easy to edit your pictures directly in Media Center’s My Pictures. Use the arrow key

100Start Menu | My PicturesPress the OK button to select your option. For more information, see Helpful Hints.Instead of viewing your digital pictures

101Start Menu | My PicturesWith Media Center, its easy to copy your digital pictures to a CD or DVD for safe keeping or to share with family and frien

3Sony establishes new standards in video and audio home entertainment, and digital content management with the VGX-XL2 Digital Living System™. Playbac

102Start Menu | My PicturesIn Media Center, it’s easy to find out more information about any digital picture in your library. Use the arrow keys on yo

103Helpful HintsPicture Zooming and PanningSelect a picture from My Pictures.Press OK once to magnify 150%. Press OK again to magnify 225%.Now you can

104Start Menu | My TVMy TVWatching your favorite TV program or movie in Media Center puts you in complete control of your viewing experience.What do y

105Live TV Watch your favorite TV show or movie LIVE. Use the Media Center buffer feature to pause, rewind, fast forward, or continue viewing your liv

106Start | My TVNote: You can watch TV in full screen, windowed, or in an viewport window.Watch live TV or record your favorite shows to view later. U

107Start Menu | My TVYou can view the Guide listings at any time by pressing the Guide button on your remote control. Use the arrows to move to a show

108Important InformationGuide data may not be available in all countries or regions. Please consult your local TV signal provider.Make sure you are co

109Main Menu | My TV• Record the program you are watching by pressing REC on the remote control.• Record from the Guide by selecting a program, then s

110Standby Mode and Scheduled RecordingsMedia Center will continue to record your scheduled TV shows even if you place the computer in standby or in h

111Start | My TV | Recorded TVRecorded TV is the storage place for all your recorded programs. In the Recorded TV window, you can sort your programs b

4The XL2A is equipped with the following additional features:The XL2A is a technologically advanced and powerful computer that will be right at home i

112Start Menu | My TVUse the arrows on your remote to move to a menu option and press the OK button to make your selection. Use the keypad to enter a

113Start | My TV | MoviesWhen you select the Movies menu option, Media Center searches your entire TV Guide listing for movies based on your input for

114Start Menu | My MusicNote: You can also use the Windows Media Player to play music and add, delete, categorize, and organize your music files. Howe

115Start | My MusicWith Media Center, it is easy to store and organize music files that you have added from your favorite CD’s or have downloaded from

116Start | My MusicTo listen to your music, use the arrows on the remote control to move to a menu option or music selection such as an album, artist,

117Start | My MusicRemember, the Queue is temporary and will go away if you do any of the following:• Select Play instead of Add to Queue for another

118Start | My MusicFrom a CD 1 Press the Media Center Start button on the remote control, and then select My Music. 2 Insert a CD into the CD drive

119Start | My MusicA Playlist is a customized list of songs you can keep to play at a later time or record to CD. Using Playlists, you can group your

120Selecting a VisualizationFrom Media Center, select Settings, and then to Music. Go to Visualizations Options to choose when and how the visualizati

121Start Menu | Create DVDPlease note the following:Create DVDYour DLS computer provides you with various methods of creating your own DVDs. Create DV

5The VGP-XL1B is equipped with the following additional features:Note: Sony supports connecting or daisy-chaining up to five (5) Sony VGP-XL1B Changer

122Start Menu | Create DVDOnce you have selected the recording, you can do the following from the menu:Note: Insert a blank CD/DVD disc into the chang

123Start Menu | My ChangerThe advanced features of My Changer let you:• Play your music discs directly from the Media Changer/Recorder.• Copy multiple

124Start Menu | My ChangerMy Changer Music (Media Changer/Recorder) and My Music (Media Center) are distinct areas in your entertainment system and of

125Start Menu | My ChangerSelect albums/discs to copy by selecting them individually, or by choosing the Select All button. When complete, select the

126Playing Copied Music Even though you can play your music from My Changer, it is recommended that you take advantage of the Copy Music feature, whic

127Start Menu | My ChangerNote: After you select Start, it is recommended that you do not leave the Archive TV screen once the archiving process has s

128Note: For addional information about Archiving TV, see the VGP-XL1B Changer/Recorder User Guide that was included with your packaging materials.Bef

129Start | More ProgramsMore ProgramsFrom More Programs, Sony’s advanced features offers you direct access to various programs that can enhance your e

130Start Menu | My ChangerManage Discs Tools:• Scan and identify new discs in the changer and update disc data in the library.• Sort the changer libra

131The “Types” of media that can be stored in the changer include:Note: For addional information about the VGP-XL1B Changer/Recorder, see the User Gui

6VGX-XL2 uses the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition operating system (MCE). This version has all of the features and capabilities of other X

132Note: For addional information about the VGP-XL1B Changer/Recorder, see the User Guide that was included with your packaging materials.Loading Medi

133Each of the programs that More Programs offers you access to, contains a Help file to provide you with the assistance you need to complete your des

7Using the Remote ControlPress a Remote Control button to do the following:Start MY TV, MY MUSIC, MY PICTURES, MY VIDEO in Media Center. Press STANDBY

8Below is a picture of your wireless keyboard and built-in touch pad (mouse) with specialized functions identified.Before using the keyboard, you must

9From inside Media Center:Select this... To do this...Start Media Center and return to Start menu.Close Media Center. Options for close include Media

10You can add media files to recognized folders in the following ways:• Copy files or folders directly to recognized folders using Windows Explorer.•

11Each time you press a button on the numeric keypad on the remote, you scroll through the characters that are available for that button. Press a numb

iiVGX-XL2 Disclaimers, Notes, WarningsNOTICE© 2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Al

12 Note: You must be connected to the Internet to access some of the VAIO Support Central features.VAIO® Support Central provides you with a single lo

13Welcome to Sony VAIO and Microsoft Windows XP Media CenterWith VAIO and Media Center, you can bring all of your entertainmentsources—TV, Recording,

14Start Menu | SettingsSettingsOnce you have set up your computer and have connected the Media Changer/Recorder and any additional hardware devices, y

15Start Menu | Settings | GeneralGeneralThe General settings are a series of options that effect Media Center and some general preferences for your co

16Start Menu | Settings | General Use the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the buttons for each option. Press the OK button to select (add

17Start Menu | Settings | GeneralUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the buttons for each option. Press the OK button to select (add

18Start Menu | Settings | GeneralUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the buttons for each option. Press the OK button to select (add

19Start Menu | Settings | GeneralMedia Center Setup The first time you open Media Center, you are presented with a setup wizard (a series of screens)

20Start Menu | Settings | General | Media Center SetupSet Up InternetConnectionMedia Center makes it easy to set up your Internet connection. Just rea

21Start Menu | Settings | General | Media Center SetupImportant Notes about your TV connection and TV signal. • If you are a cable user and do not hav

iiiImportant information for Canadian customers: Your new Media Changer/Recorder includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services

22• High-Definition Note: Media Center currently supports free ATSC over-the-air high-definition television signals only for high-definition viewing.

23Media Center SetupThis screen informs you that there are two separate sections that must be completed to set up your TV signal. You will now start S

24Help Improve Media CenterThis screen gives you the opportunity to join Microsoft’s Customer Experience Improvement Program for Media Center. 4 Sele

25Join Wireless NetworkFrom this screen, select whether or not you would like the XL2 computer to be a part of an existing network. 6 Select Yes or N

26Test Your Internet ConnectionThis screen allows Media Center to test your Internet connection for proper operation. 8 Select Test. When the test is

27Optional SetupIMPORTANT: When the Optional Setup screen appears, make sure you select the I am finished option.10 Select the option I am finished an

28Using Media Center to set up Your TVAfter setting up the required components (see the previous steps 1 through 11), you are now ready to continue to

29TV Settings menu 3 From the TV Settings menu screen, select Set Up TV Signal.TV Signal SetupThis screen displays a TV Signal Setup message. Please

30Set Up Your TV SignalYou are now ready to begin configuring your TV signal to work with Media Center. 5 Select Next to continue.Confirm Your Region

31Automatic TV Signal SetupThis screen lets you choose to automatically or manually configure your TV signal. IMPORTANT STEP 7 Select I will manually

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32Do You Have a Set-top Box?From this screen, you tell the Setup Wizard if you are using a set-top box supplied by your provider. 9 Select Yes/No, an

33You Are Done!You have completed the configuration of your TV signal. Now you can configure your TV Program Guide listings settings.11 Select Set Up

34Guide PrivacyFrom this screen, you can access the Guide Privacy statement, and indicate if you want to use the TV Guide.13 Select Yes, and then sele

35Enter Your ZIP CodeYour ZIP Code is used to determine the correct Guide listings for your area.15 Enter your Zip Code in the box as indicated by the

36Download Provider InformationWhen the required information about your local TV signal provider has been downloaded, a Download complete message appe

37Download TV Program Guide InformationThis screen displays a status bar showing the progress of the TV Program Guide download.Download TV Program Gui

38Digital TV Antenna Signal StrengthIf you previously indicated you installed an over-the-air digital antenna, the Setup Wizard will now test the sign

39You Are Done!When you are satisfied with your digital channel selections and associated signal strengths, you are done.22 Select Finish to exit the

40Start Menu | Settings | Media Center SetupAfter the test, select whether or not you heard sound coming from all your speakers and select Next to con

41Start Menu | Settings | Media Center SetupConfigure Your TV or Monitor SettingsMedia Center makes it easy to configure your TV / monitor. Just read

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42Start Menu | Settings | Media Center SetupSet Up Remote DesktopMedia Center makes it easy for you to access your Media Center personal computer remo

43Start Menu | Settings | Media Center Setup.Automatic UpdatesMedia Center can help you keep your computer secure and running efficiently by automatic

44Start Menu | Settings | Media CenterYou must already have a working wireless local area network to use this feature. Selections made on these screen

45Start Menu | Settings | Media Center Setup Run Media Center Setup AgainThe first time you started Media Center, you were guided thr

46Start Menu | Settings | Media Center SetupSelecting Yes or No is the only action available for this option. Selecting Yes will automatically restore

47Start Menu | Settings | GeneralParental ControlsMedia Center provides a process by which selected programs can be blocked from viewing. The first ti

48Start Menu | Settings | GeneralMedia Changer/Recorder Note: Make sure you select the Retrieve media information... option for proper functioning of

49Start Menu | Settings | GeneralYou might want to set the Optimization schedule to run when you are certain you will not need to access Media Center.

50Start Menu | Settings | GeneralUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the About Media Center menu button of your choice. Press the OK

51Start Menu | Settings | GeneralUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the Privacy menu button of your choice. Press the OK button to v

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52Start Menu | Settings | TVTVNote: For additional information on setting up your TV, please refer to the VGX-XL2 User Guide located in VAIO Support

53Start Menu | Settings | TVYou can record standard definition TV programming and high-definition TV programming. Recording high-definition TV program

54Start Menu | Settings | TV | RecorderUse the arrows on your remote control to move to the menu options and each recorded program in the history list

55Start Menu | Settings | TV | RecorderUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the (+) or (-) buttons associated with the option of your

56Start Menu | Settings | TV | RecorderUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the (+) or (-) buttons associated with the option of your

57Start Menu | Settings | TVIf you have installed a digital antenna to the ATSC digital tuner in the XL2 computer, you can download TV Guide program i

58Start Menu | Settings | TV | GuideUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the buttons for each option. Press the OK button to select (a

59Start Menu | Settings | TV | GuideUse the arrows on your remote control to move to a menu option and press the OK button to make your selection. Use

60Start Menu | Settings | TV | GuideSet Up Guide ListingsMedia Center makes it easy to set up to download and view your TV Program Guide. Just read th

61Start Menu | Settings | TV | GuideUse the arrow key on your remote control to move to a menu option and press the OK button to select the option.To

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62Start Menu | Settings | TVFor complete instructions on setting up your standard resolution (analog) TV signal and your over-the-air high-definition

63Start Menu | Settings | TVAs you answer the questions and progress through the screens, you are required to Identify Your Display Type, identify you

64Start Menu | Settings | TVUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the Audio, Captioning, or Caption Display (+) or (-) buttons. Press t

65Start Menu | SettingsOnce you decide how you want to view your pictures, select the appropriate buttons. Use the arrows on your remote control to mo

66Start Menu | SettingsTo enjoy Visualizations while you are listening to your favorite music, select one or more viewing samples from the Visualizati

67Start Menu | Settings | MusicVisualizationsTo enhance your music enjoyment, Media Center provides eight different visual interpretations of the musi

68Start Menu | Settings | MusicOnce you decide on your visualizations and how they are viewed, select the appropriate buttons. Use the arrows on your

69Start Menu | Settings | DVDDVDMedia Center gives you the control to determine how best to create your cinematic experience.Enhance your experience b

70Start Menu | Settings | DVDUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the Subtile, Audio track, or Menu (+) or (-) buttons. Press the OK b

71Start Menu | Settings | DVDSelect Configuration to set up your speakers and channel mode, and select Environment to choose your listening experience

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72Start Menu | Settings | DVDUse the arrow keys on your remote control to move to the Captioning or Caption Display (+) or (-) buttons. Press the OK b

73Main Menu | Settings | DVDOnce you decide on your remote control options, select the appropriate buttons. Use the arrows on your remote control to m

74Start Menu | SettingsOnce you decide your options, select the appropriate buttons. Use the arrows on your remote control to move to the desired opti

75Start Menu | SettingsHelpWindows Media Center is very easy to use when you follow the on-screen instructions. However, when you do need additional i

76Start Menu | Settings | HelpYou can access Media’s Center’s Help areas by the following methods:• Remote Control - Press the More button, select Set

77Helpful HintsWindows® Updates Remember to check regularly for Windows updates to keep the operating system updated with the latest software release

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79Start MenuMedia Center FeaturesVAIO personal computers equipped with Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 lets you experience the new an

80Review the following list for a high-level overview of the exciting features in Media Center. For in-depth information about each feature, go to the

81You can 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 fol

1Welcome to the VGX-XL2: Sony’s Digital Living System™VAIO® PC VGX-XL2WelcomeThe VGX-XL2 is both a powerful computer and a state-of-the-art home enter

82Start Menu | My DVDMy DVDsWatching DVD movies in Media Center lets you take control of your movie experience.Sit back and use the remote control to

83Start Menu | My DVDLoading discs in the Sony® Changer/Recorder allows you to create your own personal media library that you can access from Windows

84 Note: Loading Media Note: It may take up to 60 seconds for Media Center to scan each disc. It is recommended to insert each disc into the changer,

85Start Menu | My DVDOnce you have loaded your DVD movies into the VGP-XL1B Changer/Recorder, and they have been identified by Media Center, you can v

86Start Menu | My DVDMedia Center offers you the flexibility of using the remote control, or keyboard and mouse commands to simplify your DVD movie wa

87Helpful HintsResize the Viewing Screen You can watch your DVD movie in a small viewport screen, which allows you access to other areas of Media Cent

88Start Menu | Online SpotlightOnline SpotlightMedia Center and Online Spotlight provide you direct access to various Internet entertainment sites. Yo

89Start Menu | My VideosMy VideosWatch your home movies and digital videos stored on your hard disk drive using the Media Center remote control or you

90Start Menu | My VideosWith Media Center, it’s easy to store and organize videos that you have created with your digital camera, digital recorder, or

91Start Menu | My VideosWith Media Center, it is easy to select and play a video stored anywhere on your hard drive. You can view your videos in full