* See the manual supplied with your DSL or cable modem to verify that it is equipped with a built-in router and network switch ports.
ENVIRONMENT 2: DSL/cable modem with built-in router, without network switch ports*
Connecting in Environment 2

VAIO Computer #1

LAN LINE
DSL/cable modem with a built-in router* Network switch** (sold separately)
Network cable (sold separately) VAIO Computer #2
* Connections may vary, depending on your network environment. Contact your Internet Service Provider for connection information. ** Use a network switch that is compatible with the 100BASE-TX standard. Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver.
* Use equipment and network cable(s) that support 100BASE-TX.
Environment 2 Connection method:
Connect RoomLink to a network switch device (sold separately), using the network cable (supplied) equipped with the ferrite core (supplied). Connect the Ethernet jack on each VAIO computer to a jack(s) on the network switch, using additional network cables (sold separately). Connect the network switch device to the DSL or cable modem, using a network cable (sold separately). This connection method may vary, depending on specific factors in your environment.
ENVIRONMENT 3: DSL/cable modem without a built-in router*
Connecting in Environment 3
DSL/cable modem without a built-in router* (sold separately) Router device with a built-in network switch** (sold separately) To Ethernet port
USB MIC HEADPHONES LINE IN
Network cable with ferrite core (supplied) RoomLink * Connections may vary, depending on your network environment. Contact your Internet Service Provider for connection information. ** Use a router with a built-in network switch that is compatible with the 100BASE-TX standard. Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver.
* Use equipment and cables that supports 100BASE-TX.
Environment 3 Connection method:
Connect RoomLink to a router device with network switch (sold separately), using the network cable (supplied) equipped with the ferrite core (supplied). Connect the Ethernet jack on each VAIO computer to a jack(s) on the router device, using additional network cables (sold separately). Connect the WAN jack on the router device, to the LAN jack on the DSL or cable modem, using a network cable (sold separately). This connection method may vary, depending on specific factors in your environment.

Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver.
Network cable with ferrite core (supplied) Connection adapter
AUDIO S VIDEO/VIDEO VIDEO1 INPUT VHF/UHF
Environment 6 Connection method:
ENVIRONMENT 7: Connecting multiple VAIO computers (Under conditions similar to Environment 5 and 6)*
Connecting in Environment 7
VAIO Computer #1 Network switch* or Router device with a built-in network switch** (sold separately) To Ethernet port

USB MIC

*If connecting with a multiple port network switch device (sold separately), the VAIO computer requires a fixed IP address. ** Use a router device or a multiple port network switch device that is compatible with 100BASE-TX standard. A WAN connection is not necessary. Attach the supplied ferrite core to the supplied network cable, before connecting the cable to the network media receiver. Connections may vary, depending on your network environment. Contact your Internet Service Provider for connection information.
* For information on fixed IP addresses, see Assigning a fixed IP address on page 47.
Environment 7 Connection method:
Connect the network media receiver to a router device with a built-in network switch, or a multiple port network switch* device, using the network cable (supplied) equipped with the ferrite core (supplied). Connect the Ethernet jack on each VAIO computer to a jack(s) on the router device, using additional network cables (sold separately). When using a router device with a built-in network switch, a WAN connection is not necessary. This connection method may vary, depending on specific factors in your environment.
* If using a multiple port network switch device, your VAIO computer requires a fixed IP address. See Assigning a fixed IP address on page 47.
Connecting RoomLink to a TV
Use the audio/video connection cable (supplied) to connect the network media receiver and your TV. Connect the cable by matching the connector colors to the jack colors on the TVs audio/video jacks. Optional equipment and cables may be required to connect RoomLink, TV, and VAIO computer, depending on your connection environment. Connecting to a TV

Video Input

S-video cable (sold separately)

Click OK. The IP address is fixed, as specified. Close the Local Area Connection Properties and the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog boxes.

Additional Information

When you set up RoomLink, the IP address must be specified. See Specifying an IP address on page 65, for details. Use different numbers, when specifying the IP address for RoomLink, where the IP address numbers are represented as XXX.XXX.

Operating RoomLink

Start the network media receiver after you have finished setting up the hardware connections to your VAIO computer and TV. Before using RoomLink with your VAIO computer and TV, set up and configure your software as described in the section, Configuring Software for Use with RoomLink on page 51.

To begin using RoomLink

If applicable, turn on the router using the power button or switch. Turn on your VAIO computer by pressing the power button, located on the front panel. Turn on your TV by pressing the TV Power button on the Remote Commander unit. Switch the input connection to the network media receiver by pressing the TV/Video button on the Remote Commander. See Remote Commander on page 22, for details on button functions. Turn on the network media receiver by pressing the POWER button on the Remote Commander.
The Power/Rec indicator lights and the Main Menu screen appears.

To stop using RoomLink

Turn off RoomLink by pressing the POWER button on the Remote Commander. The Power/Rec indicator turns off and the Main Menu screen no longer appears on your TV screen.
Turn off your TV by pressing the TV Power button on the Remote Commander. Turn off your VAIO computer using these steps: Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click Shut Down. Click Shut Down.
Configuring Software for Use with RoomLink
This section provides information on configuring the media server, video, music and photo/still image software on your VAIO computer.
Configuring VAIO Media software
VAIO Media software manages the interaction between RoomLink and your VAIO computer(s), by enabling the computer(s) to act as a music, photo, and video servers. A VAIO computer that shipped with VAIO Media software preinstalled can be used as a VAIO Media server in a network environment. VAIO Media software must be running when you access Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder, SonicStage, or PictureGear Studio software.
Preparing your multimedia content.
Music filesUse SonicStage software, ver.1.5, to create Playlists of music tracks on your VAIO Media server computer. The VAIO Media Music Server software automatically makes these Playlists available to VAIO Media users on your network. Still Image filesTo make your still image files available to VAIO Media users on your network, place the still image files (JPEG, GIF, BMP, or TIFF format) into the folder: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Photo Server\VAIO Media For specific information about this folder and location: 3 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. Point to VAIO Media, point to Server Administration, and then click Photo Server ReadMe. Read the description on the designated folder.

Video CapsulesUse Giga Pocket software, ver.5.0 or later, to create cabinets containing Video Capsules on your VAIO Media server computer. The VAIO Media Video Server software automatically makes these cabinets available to VAIO Media users on your network.
Setting up a VAIO Media server computer
Use the preinstalled VAIO Media Console software on your VAIO computer to start the appropriate VAIO Media servers (VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, or VAIO Media Video Server).
See To register RoomLink to your VAIO computer on page 71 for more information.
sharing only when the VAIO Media server software is started.
The music Playlists, video cabinets and photo collections are available for network
Click Start on the Windows taskbar, select All Programs. Point to VAIO Media, point to Server Administration, and click Console. The VAIO Media Console dialog box appears.

VAIO Media Console

In the section, Access Control Settings, select the option, Access this computer from other computers on the network. A warning message appears.
Read the message and click OK. Select the option, No device registration needed in a secure network environment.
VAIO Media Console (detail)
In the section, Start and Stop Servers, verify that all available servers are shown as Started. If any servers are shown as Stopped, click Start All.
Click Close in the VAIO Media Console window.
Configuring Giga Pocket Software
Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select All Programs Point to Giga Pocket, click All Software, and then click Giga Pocket Server. If you have not set a password for Giga Pocket Server:
The Giga Pocket Server password setting dialog box appears. Click Set password and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your password.
Giga Pocket Server password setting
From the Giga Pocket Server dialog box, click Hide. Do not use closes Giga Pocket Server. You can now tune into TV programs using Giga Pocket.

, as this

Giga Pocket Server must be running with a set password, in order to use the
RoomLink TV and video features.

Configuring RoomLink

This section provides information on configuring your network media receiver and VAIO computer (server).
Configuring Default Settings
You can conveniently access certain RoomLink features and functions by customizing the default settings for your network media receiver and VAIO computer.
Connecting to a server automatically
You can set RoomLink to automatically connect to a VAIO computer (server), when accessing the TV, Video, Music, or Photo content. These steps establish a specific VAIO computer as the default server for the TV, Video, Music, and Photo features available through the network media receiver. Repeat these steps for each feature. 5 Turn on your VAIO computer by pressing the power button, located on the front panel. If applicable, turn on the router using the power button or switch. Turn on your TV by pressing the Power button in the TV control section of the Remote Commander unit. Switch the input connection to the network media receiver by pressing the TV/VIDEO button on the Remote Commander. Turn on the network media receiver by pressing the POWER button on the Remote Commander.
The network media receivers Power/Rec indicator lights and the Main Menu screen appears on your TV. 6
on. The Standby indicator takes approximately 20 seconds to light after the AC power cord is plugged into a wall outlet.
Use / buttons on the Remote Commander to select a feature, such as TV Watch and record TV programs. Press SELECT. The Select a server screen appears, listing the names of the available servers.
If the status of a server is shown as
, try selecting Connect from the submenu, the press the SELECT button on the Remote Commander.
Use the up or down arrow keys on the Remote Commander unit to select a server. Press SELECT. Use the up or down arrow keys on the Remote Commander to select Connect Automatically. Press SELECT to connect to the desired server.
To cancel the default server settings
From the Select a server screen, use the up or down arrow keys on the Remote Commander to select Delete from list. Press SELECT. Press the OPTIONS button on the Remote Commander. Use the up or down arrow keys on the Remote Commander to select Refresh. Press OK.

You cannot view a movie that is copyright-protected. When more than one computer is connected to RoomLink, you cannot switch connection to a different server, while one computer is receiving TV programming. While a VAIO computer is recording a TV program using Giga Pocket software, the network media receiver cannot connect to it. If your VAIO computer has a timer recording that is scheduled to start while you are watching a different TV program using RoomLink, the recording starts and the TV reception switches to the channel being recorded. When viewing TV programs continuously for 12 hours, the TV programming may be disrupted for 10 to 20 seconds, after which the TV program automatically resumes for normal viewing.
Changing your TV display quality
You can change your TV display quality by following these steps: From the TV program screen: 1 On the Remote Commander unit, press the OPTIONS button. The OPTIONS screen appears. 2 Press
to highlight TV Settings, then press the SELECT button.
The TV Settings screen appears. TV Settings screen
Settings TV Settings REC Mode High Quality Standard Long Play
Live Mode High Quality Standard Low Bandwidth
In Live mode, use / / / to specify High Quality (High), Standard (Medium) or Low Bandwidth (Low).
Selecting High Quality (High) may exceed the bandwidth on the network, causing your
TV program or audio reception to be interrupted.
Highlight OK, then press the SELECT button. The TV display quality changes and the TV program screen resumes.

Recording TV programs

The network media receiver enables you to view TV programs, received through your VAIO computer, on your TV screen.
VAIO computer to view TV programs. Refer to Giga Pocket information supplied with your computer, for details on setting up for TV viewing. Some VAIO models do not support the Picture-in-Picture feature for viewing TV programs (See P.15 for details).
Starting a recording session
1 On the Remote Commander, press the MAIN MENU button. The Main Menu-TV screen appears. Main Menu - TV screen
On the Remote Commander unit, use the CHANNEL +/- buttons, or use the channel number and ENTER buttons, to change the channels.
pressing the CHANNEL +/- buttons.
Press the REC button. The TV reception is briefly interrupted, then recording begins. The POWER/REC indicator on the network media receiver lights up during recording.
TV program recording screen

TV 2 ch TVStation Stereo

1/29 12:00 PM TVStation

Settings Video Settings When connecting to the default video server, would you like to confirm whether the same server is selected for TV?
Press the up or down arrow buttons to select the Yes or No option, then press the SELECT button. Press the up or down arrow button to highlight OK, then press the SELECT button. The display returns to the Video Cabinets/Video Capsules screen.
Using the film roll feature
The network media player has a thumbnail view (film roll) feature that enables you to select the frame to start playback. 1 Press the up arrow button during video playback or pause. A film roll appears on your TV screen. Film roll view screen

SELECT :Play

:Toggle Film Roll
Press the right or left arrow buttons to move the cursor frame, then press the SELECT button. The playback starts from the specified frame.

to a specific

To hide the film roll, press the up or down arrow buttons.
Using the time search feature
The time search feature enables you to find a specific frame to start the playback by specifying a playback time. 1 Press the OPTIONS button during playback or pause. A submenu appears. 2 Highlight Time Search and press SELECT. The Time search screen appears.
Use the number buttons to enter a specific time and press SELECT. The playback starts at the specified playback time.
If you entered a wrong number, press the CLEAR button to erase the entry.
Resuming video playback from the original frame
You can return to the frame where playback was previously stopped and resume playing back the Video Capsule. 1 From the Video Capsules screen, highlight the Video Capsule to play, then press the SELECT button. A submenu appears. 2 Press
to highlight Resume, then press the SELECT button.
The media player starts playing the Video Capsule from the frame where playback was previously stopped.
The Resume function maintains a history of the last 5 playback actions, along with
frame where each playback was stopped. When you play more than 5 Video Capsules, the information on the oldest playback is erased from this history.

Listening to Music

This section provides information on using RoomLink to listen to music with your VAIO computer and TV.

Playing Music

RoomLink enables you to play music files stored on your VAIO computer with SonicStage software, using your TVs sound system or a digital sound system connected to your TV. The Playlists managed by SonicStage software are supported by the network media receiver*. Other music files may not be compatible with RoomLink. RoomLink displays the Playlist names and Playlist folder names as identified in SonicStage software. For details on how to use SonicStage software, see your VAIO Computer User Guide or the specific softwares Help.

Music (MyMusicServer) Women in Music OPTIONS Return I Don't Know Why 1 Repeat Respect On 2 Play Mode 3 Last FarewellOff 8 Big Yellow Taxi Sound of Music Boyfriend Dancing in the Street Good to Go Singer

00:02 00:02 2:54

Smooth Operator
to highlight Repeat, then press the SELECT button.
A submenu appears. 3 Press the up or down arrow buttons to highlight ON, then press the SELECT button.

To choose a PLAY mode

The Play Mode enables you to play all tracks in a Playlist (normal playback), play a specific music track, or play music tracks in the Playlist randomly (shuffle). 1 Press the OPTIONS button during the playback of the Playlist. The OPTIONS menu appears. 2 Press the up or down arrow buttons to highlight Play mode, then press the SELECT button. A submenu appears. 3 Press the up or down arrow buttons to highlight a Play mode, then press the SELECT button.
The playback mode Track plays the current music track only.
To sort folders or Playlists
The Folders and Playlist screen enables you to sort folders or Playlists by name, in ascending or descending order. 1 Press the OPTIONS button while the Folders and Playlist screen is displayed. The OPTIONS menu appears. 2 Press the up or down arrows to highlight Sort, then press the SELECT button. A submenu appears. 3 Press the up or down arrows to specify the sort order, then press the SELECT button. The folders and Playlists are sorted as specified.

Viewing Photos

This section provides information on using RoomLink to view photos in slide show format or as individual still images, using your VAIO computer and TV.
Viewing Photos/Still Images
RoomLink enables you to use your TV to view still images (photos), stored on your VAIO computer, in slide show format. Only the photos managed with PictureGear Studio software, or the photo files stored in a designated folder are supported by the network media receiver.
About PictureGear Studio software
If PictureGear Studio software is installed on your VAIO computer, use the Photo Collection feature to store your photos for the Photo server. For more information on using PictureGear Studio software, see the PictureGear Studio Help. If PictureGear Studio is not installed on your VAIO computer, you can store your photos in a specific location, to make the images available to the Photo server. Photo files stored in any other location are not available for RoomLink. 3 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and select My Computer. Go to Local Disk (C:) and click Show the contents of this folder. Select Documents and Settings, select All Users, select Photo Server, and then select VAIO Media. The file location is: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Photo Server\VAIO Media folder. (The name of this designated folder may vary.) For specific information about this folder and location: 3 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. Point to VAIO Media, point to Server Administration, and then click Photo Server ReadMe. Read the description on the designated folder.

The VAIO computer does not resume from Standby or Hibernate mode
Verify that the computer, server and network settings are configured correctly. See the section, Configuring RoomLink on page 57. Check the following, if applicable to your connection environment:
A crossover cable is securely connected between RoomLink and a single VAIO computer. The network switch or the router device is turned on. (See the information supplied with your network switch or router device, for details.) The router device is turned on before turning on the network media receiver. The network media receiver, network switch, or router device are properly connected using the appropriate network cables*. If using a router device, RoomLink and the VAIO computer have been configured to obtain the IP address automatically. Verify that the correct server name appears in the Select a server screen. (The Select a server screen lists all current and previous servers connected to RoomLink).
When connecting to RoomLink for the first time, the network media receiver does not automatically bring a VAIO computer out of Standby mode. Subsequent connections bring your VAIO computer out of Standby mode. RoomLink cannot automatically resume the functions of certain VAIO computers due to computer settings or the network environment. The automatic resume feature is not available for VAIO notebook computer models or for VAIO computers that use a wireless LAN connection. This Resume feature is available for wired networks only.
The connected server history is lost when the AC power cable is disconnected. All
settings except for the IP address are lost.
* Use network cables that support 100BASE-TX.
About the Remote Commander
The Remote Commander does not control TV functions
Verify that fresh batteries are properly installed in the Remote Commander. Verify that the correct TV manufacturer code is set for the Remote Commander.* When you replace the batteries in the Remote Commander, reset the TV manufacturer code again.
About Visual and Audio Reception
There is no visual displayed on the TV screen

Verify the following:

The TV set is turned on and the power indicator light is on. RoomLink is turned on and the power indicator light is on. RoomLink and the TV are connected properly. The TV is connected to the network media receiver, using the Video/S-video In jack. Giga Pocket Server is running. To start Giga Pocket Server, follow the steps below. Click Start on the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. Point to Giga Pocket, point to All Software, and click Giga Pocket Server. The Giga Pocket Server window appears.

The first time you use Giga Pocket Server, the Set Password for Giga Pocket Server
dialog box is displayed. See the section Configuring Giga Pocket Software on page 55, for more information.
If your VAIO computer has become unstable and stops responding, turn it off and restart the computer. Follow the previous steps to start Giga Pocket Server.
* The Remote Commander does not work with all TV models.
About Connecting to a Server
Visual and audio reception is interrupted or distorted
The network may not have enough bandwidth. Check the following, if applicable to your network environment:
The network cables supports 100 BASE-TX. The network switch or the router device supports 100 BASE-TX.
The connected server or the network may be experiencing overload. Using the High Quality setting in the Live Mode of the TV Settings screen may cause your network or system to overload. Try changing the Live Mode setting to Standard or Low Bandwidth.
Cannot connect to a server*
Verify that the VAIO computer(s) is turned on. Verify that the network settings are configured correctly. Check the following, if applicable to your network environment:
A crossover cable is used for a direct connection between RoomLink and a single VAIO computer. The network switch or the router device is turned on. (See the information supplied with your network switch or router device, for details.) The router device is turned on before turning on the network media receiver. The network media receiver, network switch, or router device are properly connected using the appropriate network cables. If using a router device, RoomLink and the VAIO computer have been configured to obtain the IP address automatically. Verify that the correct server name appears in the Select a server screen. (The Select a server screen lists all current and previous servers connected to RoomLink).
* You may see an error message, Cannot connect to the server. Use network cables that support 100BASE-TX.

RoomLink User Guide

To use the automatic resume feature*, the VAIO computer must be in the Standby or the Hibernate mode. See Configuring your VAIO computer to start automatically on page 62. Verify that the IP address of the network media receiver is being obtained properly. If using a router device, RoomLink and the VAIO computer must be configured to obtain the IP address automatically. If Obtain the IP address automatically is specified in the IP Address screen, an IP address is shown in the IP Address screen.
Giga Pocket Server is running. To start Giga Pocket Server, follow the steps below. Click Start on the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. Point to Giga Pocket, point to All Software, and click Giga Pocket Server. The Giga Pocket Server window appears.

If this is the first time you have used Giga Pocket, the Set Password for Giga Pocket
Server dialog box is displayed. See Configuring Giga Pocket Software on page 55, for more information.
The VAIO computer may have become unstable. Turn off and restart the VAIO computer, and then follow the previous steps to start Giga Pocket Server. The desired server is not displayed in the Select a server screen. To refresh the Select a server list, follow these steps: Press the OPTIONS button on the Remote Commander unit, then select Refresh. Press the SELECT button. Refreshing the list may take longer than a few moments.
Verify that Music Server and Photo Server are running on the VAIO computer and that their status is shown as Started. To use the TV or Video features, the VAIO computer must be running and have a user logged on. Remember to log on to your VAIO computer before attempting to use RoomLink.
* RoomLink automatically brings the VAIO computer out of Standby or Hibernate mode.
About Recording and Playback
The server is listed as Unknown
When is shown for a server, RoomLink does not recognize the computers availability and fails to connect. Try the following steps: Using the Remote Commander, select Connect from the on-screen submenu. Press OK. If these steps do not connect the server, check the following:
If necessary, bring the computer out of Standby or Hibernate mode. (You can configure your computer to enable the network media receiver to automatically resume from Standby or Hibernate modes.) Verify the computer is turned on. Verify the network cable connections are secure. If using a network switch device or a router device with a built-in network switch, verify that the equipment is turned on. Verify the network status is up.
The Select a server screen always appears
You can set RoomLink to stop displaying the Select a server screen every time you access a feature, such as TV, Video, Music or Photo. Preset a default server for each feature. See Connecting to a server automatically on page 58, for details.
The recording stops after 30 minutes
This RoomLink recording feature is preset to automatically stop 30 minutes after pressing the REC button. After you start recording, the length of the recording session can be extended by 30-minute increments (up to a total of 6 hours) each time you press the REC button. You may not have enough hard drive space on your VAIO computer. Delete unnecessary files to free up additional space.

Audio Output

Ethernet
Power Requirements Operating Temperature Power Use Dimensions Weight

Supplied Accessories

* May vary depending upon the VAIO server software specification. Video compatibility may vary depending on the VAIO server that is equipped with Giga Pocket features. Measurement includes supplied stand. The unit width, without stand, measures 1.1 (29 mm).
AC adapter Notes on Use 5 accessories 125 assigning an IP address 47 audio button 24 distortion 115 modes 78 audio L jack 21 audio R jack 21 Configuring default settings 58 Giga Pocket Software 55 Standby mode 64 TV screen resolution 79 VAIO computer 62 video settings 93 Connecting RoomLink and digital sound system 46 RoomLink to a TV 44 RoomLink, TV and video recorder 45 to a server automatically 58 connection environments 32, 44 connector 19 copyright protection 78
back panel 21 Audio L jack 21 Audio R jack 21 Ethernet port 21 Optical OUT port 21 S-video jack 21 Video jack 21 background music 110 batteries 30 bilingual programs 78
Declaration of Conformity 9 default settings 58 cancelling 59 default server 80, 88, 98 startup screen 59 deleting Video Capsules 91 digital sound system 46 digital timer 83 Display button 24 distortion of image or sound 115 Documentation 18 Help and Support 120 online User Guide 120 Quick Reference Guide 120 Quick Start 120 RoomLink User Guide 120
cancel a timer recording 85 Cancel Video Capsule protection 92 changing a timer recording 85 channel 23 channels (controls) 22 music tracks 100 video settings 93 channel number buttons 23 Channel switch 24 clear button 23 compatible file formats 125
Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) 17 Enter button 24 Ethernet port 21
index view 107 information display 82 inserting batteries 30 IP address 47 specifying 65
fast-forward 23, 89, 100 ferrite core 6, 29 Notes on Use 6 file formats 125 film roll 94 firmware update 67 fixed IP address 47 front panel 20 infrared receiver 20 power button 20 stand by indicator 20 Function button 23 FWD button 23
jack 19, 125 audio L 21 audio R 21 S-video 21 video 21
Last Function Used 61 Line In jack 78 listening to music 98 Live mode High Quality 79 Low Bandwidth 79 Standard 79 Long Play 82 loop a music track 101 Low Bandwidth mode 79

unit dimensions 125 weight 125 unit wont turn off 112 User Guide 120
VAIO computer configuring to start automatically 62 online User Guide 120 132
Quick Start 120 registration 69 troubleshoot 113 using Line IN jack 78 VAIO Media client computer 52 Console 52 Music Server 52 Photo Server 52 server 52 software 52 Using with Giga Pocket software 52 Video Server 52 VAIO Media Console 52 video jack 21 settings 93 Video Capsule 88 Cabinets 61 cancel protection 92 deleting 91 fast-forward and rewinding 89 pause playback 90 protecting 92 sorting 90 stop playback 90 Viewing a video or movie from a different server 90 Viewing Photos starting a slideshow 105 Viewing photos 103 from a different server 106 index view 107 single photo 109 visual distortion 115
Watch TV programs 76 from a different server 77

INTRODUCING

ROOMLINK

NETWORK MEDIA RECEIVER

PCNA-MR10
Enjoy your Sony VAIO PC Videos, Music, and Photos on your Home Entertainment Center TV and Stereo
Use RoomLink media receiver to Record Live TV* from your living room From your TV, view digital photos and videos recorded with Giga Pocket personal video recorder Listen to your PCs music collection on your home stereo system Stream recorded TV and personal video content to your home entertainment center TV from a Sony VAIO PC equipped with Giga Pocket personal video recorder and VAIO Media software. Live TV can be recorded straight from RoomLink receiver for later playback.* Enjoy your personal digital music collection on your home stereo. RoomLink receiver has audio line outputs as well as an optical audio output (SPDIF) for great audio playback quality. RoomLink receiver brings your entire music collection to you where you want, when you want.
An Ethernet (RJ-45) connection allows for RoomLink media receiver to become part of your home network, streaming your VAIO PC media content throughout your home.
Use your television to show your photo slide show with RoomLink receiver. Your PCs digital photo collection is now available in your living room with RoomLink's photo streaming capabilities. RoomLink receiver and your VAIO PC make your home entertainment center come alive with your videos, music, and photos.
Connecting RoomLink receiver to your TV
Cross Conversion Cable Network Cable AV Cable
Connecting RoomLink receiver to your home entertainment center
Router, Hub (Optional) S Video Cable
Converter TV Network Cable Network Cable AV Cable TV

RoomLink

RoomLink receiver is connected to your VAIO PC through your home network. It connects to your TV or home stereo via S-Video, Composite, and/or Optical Digital Audio outputs.

Optical Cable

Home Stereo
Compatible VAIO Notebook and Desktop Models
Microsoft Windows XP Professional/Windows XP Home Edition operating system installed on VAIO Models beyond September 2002. (VAIO Media Ver.2.0 Pre-install models) RZ10 series with Giga Pocket PVR, RZ20 series with Giga Pocket PVR RX800 series, RZ10 series without Giga Pocket PVR, RZ20 series without Giga Pocket PVR, VAIO series VAIO Notebooks with VAIO Media software pre-installed
ENJOY WIRELESS MULTIMEDIA STREAMING!* 2
With optional Sony Wireless LAN products, you don't need to install extra network cables. The compact design , of Sony s wireless LAN products fit beautifully into your living room.
802.11a Wireless LAN Access Point (PCWA-A500) or Wireless LAN Ethernet Converter (PCWA-DE50)
Music Photo Video TV live play
802.11a Wireless LAN Ethernet Converter (PCWA-DE50)

VAIO Desktop PC

Television

RoomLink Specifications

Hardware MPEG2 Decoder Compatible File Formats MPEG2 (Max.8Mbps, 720480 pixels, 30fps), MPEG1(1.41Mbps, 352240, 30fps) Video contained in Giga Pocket software*1 Music contained in SonicStage software Photos contained in Photo Server Video Output Audio Output Network Connector MPEG2, MPEG1 ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, WAVE, MP3 BMP, TIFF, GIF, JPEG, PNG S Video Out (S, MiniDIN x1), Composite Video Out (RCA Pin x1) Line Out (RCA Pin, L/R x1), Optical Digital Audio Out (Square type x1) RJ-45 Connector - 100BASE-TX x1

Connectors Dimensions (Max) Supplied Accessories
W: 29mm (Stand W 60mm) x H: 141mm x D: 155mm, 600g (650g with Stand) Stand, Remote Controller, AC Adapter, AA Batteries x2, AV Cable (1.5m), Ethernet Cable (Straight, 5m), Reversed Cable (Reversed, 10cm), Extension Connector, Installation CD-ROM
Visit SonyStyle.com/roomlink or your local retailer for more details.
*1 Available if server VAIO supports Giga Pocket PVR function. *2 Sony does not guarantee the security of wireless communications. 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in part or in whole without prior written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, VAIO, VAIO Media, Giga Pocket, Sonic Stage, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, and RoomLink are trademarks of Sony. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Nonmetric weights and measurements are approximate. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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