Sony VGC-RA830G Getting Started with Media Center, To locate the online Media Center User Guide

VAIO Computer Quick Start

Getting Started with Media Center

There are several tasks to complete before you are ready to use Media Center features. After setting up your hardware connections, review 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. Follow the instructions in the section, “Setting Up Your Computer” on page 41

❑Establish an active Internet connection. For information on setting up a dial-up Internet connection, see “How do I set up a dial-up connection?” on page 78.

❑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.

✍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.

To locate the online Media Center User Guide

You can find more information about using Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition software in the online Media Center User Guide.

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

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

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