Sony VGC-RA810G Before You Begin Using Media Center, Additional information about Media Center

Before You Begin Using Media Center

Before You Begin Using Media Center

There are several tasks to complete before you are ready to use Media Center features. Read this checklist before you begin using the Media Center software program, to enable full use of all the features.

❑Set up your VAIO® Media Center computer, accessories, and peripheral equipment correctly, following the instructions in this section and in “Setting Up Your Computer” on page 33.

❑Evaluate your home environment to determine the best way to connect your TV, set-top box (cable or satellite), Internet, and computer. See the section, “Setting Up TV Connections” on page 50.

❑Establish an active Internet connection.

❑Connect your computer to the TV signal source.

❑Insert two AA batteries into the Media Center remote control.

❑Plug the remote sensor unit into a USB port on your computer and place it in a location that enables direct communication with the remote control.

❑Connect the remote sensor control between your cable or satellite set-top box, and the remote sensor unit.

Additional information about Media Center

For more information about setting up Media Center hardware and software, see the online VAIO Computer User Guide.

To access the online User Guide:

1Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support.

2From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide.

✍An Internet connection and TV signal source are not required to use some features, but Sony recommends using these options to fully experience Media Center.

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