Roomlink™ User Guide

RoomLink™ User Guide Network Media Receiver PCNA-MR10 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 MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, OR OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR BROWSING IN ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE, OR YOUR DOWNLOADING OF ANY MATERIALS, DATA, TEXT, IMAGES, VIDEO, OR AUDIO FROM ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions. Certain product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. USE OF THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT(S) REQUIRES AGREEMENT TO APPLICABLE END USER AGREEMENTS AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s), or reconfigurations of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply). Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions. 2 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 registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Java is a trademark or registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Intent is a trademark of Tao Group Limited, which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Television programs, films, videotapes, CDs and other materials may be copyrighted. Such materials recorded with this 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 duplication-protected 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. Owner’s Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Network Media Receiver. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCNA-MR10 Serial Number: 3 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 dropped or otherwise into the unit. damaged. Follow these steps to reduce any potential hazard: ❑ Unplug the AC adapter from the AC wall outlet or power supply strip. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter and cables from the unit. ❑ Contact the Sony Customer Service Center for repair information. Notes on Use About RoomLink ❑ Set up RoomLink™ and connection cables in a protected location out of the reach of children, to avoid injury or damage to the equipment. ❑ Install RoomLink™ so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency. ❑ Do not drop RoomLink™. A sharp impact can damage the unit. ❑ Do not place RoomLink™ in the following locations: ❑ In direct sunlight or near heat sources. Operate this equipment at temperatures between 32 to 104 degrees (Fahrenheit). ❑ On or near equipment that generate electromagnetic fields, such as speakers or televisions. ❑ On or near a microwave oven. ❑ In a dusty or dirty location ❑ On an insecure or uneven surface. ❑ In a location that is subject to vibration. 4 ❑ 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™ device: ❑ Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. ❑ If the unit requires more cleaning, use a soft cloth that is slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Avoid getting the terminals wet. ❑ Do not use cleaners that contain thinner, benzene, or alcohol, as these compounds may damage the surface of the equipment. ❑ Avoid connecting these phone lines to the Network connector on the unit: ❑ Private Branch Exchange (PBX) lines ❑ Network cable that do not meet the 100Base-TX standards ❑ Home or business phone lines About the AC adapter ❑ Use the AC adapter that is supplied with RoomLink™. Using different AC adapter may cause damage to the network media receiver. ❑ Unplug the AC adapter from the AC wall outlet, when the equipment is not being used for extended periods of time. About the Remote Commander ❑ Use only AA-size alkaline batteries in the Remote Commander® unit. ❑ Remove the batteries from the Remote Commander when it is not in use for extended periods. 5 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 around the network cable until the core locks. To attach the ferrite core Ethernet port Ferrite core * The network cable must be compatible with the 100BASE-TX standard. 6 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 equipment in other countries may be prohibited by local laws. Do not expose this equipment to grease, smoke, moisture, and dust. Such exposure may cause fire or electric shock. Use under conditions other than those suggested in this manual may cause fire or electric shock Do not allow water or any foreign objects to enter the interior. This may cause fire or electric shock. In the event that water or other foreign objects enter the interior, immediately unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and contact the VAIO Customer Support for inspection and/or repair. Do not disassemble the equipment. This may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. Contact the VAIO Customer Support for inspection and/or repair. Do not connect inappropriate network or phone lines to the Ethernet port. Connect only 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Connecting inappropriate network or phone lines to the Ethernet port may result in an electric current overload that can result in malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port. For help on connecting to a network, see your network administrator. 7 Précautions Débranchez l'adaptateur AC de la prise de courant pendant les orages.

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