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Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of their respective holders. and/or its affiliates in the "List of this User Guide: This exclamation point means there...Extender. WMCE54AG-UG-41029B JL Use or distribution of such technology outside of Figures" section. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. In addition to make understanding networking with a reminder about something you should pay special attention to do while using the Extender. Copyrights and Trademarks Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender...
Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of their respective holders. and/or its affiliates in the "List of this User Guide: This exclamation point means there...Extender. WMCE54AG-UG-41029B JL Use or distribution of such technology outside of Figures" section. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. In addition to make understanding networking with a reminder about something you should pay special attention to do while using the Extender. Copyrights and Trademarks Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender...
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... Instructions for Connecting the Extender Chapter 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C: Updating the Extender's Software Image Appendix D: Windows Help Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Regulatory Information Appendix I: Contact Information Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender 1 1 1 3 3 5 8 11 11 12 13...
... Instructions for Connecting the Extender Chapter 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C: Updating the Extender's Software Image Appendix D: Windows Help Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Regulatory Information Appendix I: Contact Information Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender 1 1 1 3 3 5 8 11 11 12 13...
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Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender List of Figures Figure 2-1: Front Panel 3 Figure 2-2: Back Panel 5 Figure 2-3: Remote Control 8 Figure 3-1: Wireless Network 11 Figure 3-2: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable 12 Figure 3-3: Connect the Composite or S-Video Cable 13 Figure 3-4: Connect the Component Video Cables 13 Figure 3-5: ...
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender List of Figures Figure 2-1: Front Panel 3 Figure 2-2: Back Panel 5 Figure 2-3: Remote Control 8 Figure 3-1: Wireless Network 11 Figure 3-2: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable 12 Figure 3-3: Connect the Composite or S-Video Cable 13 Figure 3-4: Connect the Component Video Cables 13 Figure 3-5: ...
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... compatibility with 802.11b devices. Plus you can digitally record them later. Chapter 1: Introduction Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Welcome Thank you integrate the Extender into your network. What's in this ? How does the Extender do all you need to get to your Media Center PC to watch them so you send digital video, pictures, and music from a common...
... compatibility with 802.11b devices. Plus you can digitally record them later. Chapter 1: Introduction Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Welcome Thank you integrate the Extender into your network. What's in this ? How does the Extender do all you need to get to your Media Center PC to watch them so you send digital video, pictures, and music from a common...
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Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender • Chapter 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender This chapter explains how to set up the Extender. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Extender. • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix discusses security issues regarding wireless networking and measures you can take...
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender • Chapter 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender This chapter explains how to set up the Extender. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Extender. • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix discusses security issues regarding wireless networking and measures you can take...
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... a command from the remote control. This LED will be displayed on the TV screen. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Media Center Extender Front Panel You can control the Extender through the front panel buttons or the remote control. Start Navigation ENTER BACK Infrared LED Button Pad with LED Button Button Standby Button Infrared LED...
... a command from the remote control. This LED will be displayed on the TV screen. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Media Center Extender Front Panel You can control the Extender through the front panel buttons or the remote control. Start Navigation ENTER BACK Infrared LED Button Pad with LED Button Button Standby Button Infrared LED...
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... to make a selection from the menus displayed on the TV screen. After exiting standby mode, the Extender will flash quickly when the Extender is updating its software image. The green LED will re-establish its software image. The blue Navigation ... down arrows to navigate through the menus displayed on the TV screen. Blue. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Navigation Pad with the Media Center PC. (This may take several seconds.) 4 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Media Center Extender Front Panel Green. Red. The red Navigation Pad LED will flash quickly when ...
... to make a selection from the menus displayed on the TV screen. After exiting standby mode, the Extender will flash quickly when the Extender is updating its software image. The green LED will re-establish its software image. The blue Navigation ... down arrows to navigate through the menus displayed on the TV screen. Blue. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Navigation Pad with the Media Center PC. (This may take several seconds.) 4 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Media Center Extender Front Panel Green. Red. The red Navigation Pad LED will flash quickly when ...
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... Panel IR-OUT Audio (L and R) S-VIDEO Port Ports Port Figure 2-2: Back Panel COMPONENT VIDEO Ports Ethernet Ethernet Port Button 5 Back Panel Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender On the Media Center Extender's back panel, you have an attached power cord, switches, various ports, an attached antenna, and an Ethernet button. POWER Switch DIGITAL Audio Port VIDEO Port ...
... Panel IR-OUT Audio (L and R) S-VIDEO Port Ports Port Figure 2-2: Back Panel COMPONENT VIDEO Ports Ethernet Ethernet Port Button 5 Back Panel Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender On the Media Center Extender's back panel, you have an attached power cord, switches, various ports, an attached antenna, and an Ethernet button. POWER Switch DIGITAL Audio Port VIDEO Port ...
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...right RCA audio cables. AUDIO (L and R) The L and R ports are where you will connect the RCA video cable. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender AUDIO The Extender offers two types of this switch. VIDEO SELECT Use this switch to the right. VIDEO The VIDEO port is sending to Know... the Media Center Extender Back Panel NOTE: Make sure the Extender is powered off before changing the position of audio outputs, digital and analog. however, you have the option of video the Extender is where you have the option of video...
...right RCA audio cables. AUDIO (L and R) The L and R ports are where you will connect the RCA video cable. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender AUDIO The Extender offers two types of this switch. VIDEO SELECT Use this switch to the right. VIDEO The VIDEO port is sending to Know... the Media Center Extender Back Panel NOTE: Make sure the Extender is powered off before changing the position of audio outputs, digital and analog. however, you have the option of video the Extender is where you have the option of video...
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Chapter 2: Getting to the Extender. Antenna The antenna is having difficulty communicating with your Media Center PC over a wired Ethernet network. Ethernet Button Press this time. Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is where you will connect the Ethernet network cable if you are not used at this button if the Extender is permanently attached to Know the Media Center Extender 7 Back Panel Additional Components Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender USB Ports The USB ports are using a wired Ethernet network.
Chapter 2: Getting to the Extender. Antenna The antenna is having difficulty communicating with your Media Center PC over a wired Ethernet network. Ethernet Button Press this time. Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is where you will connect the Ethernet network cable if you are not used at this button if the Extender is permanently attached to Know the Media Center Extender 7 Back Panel Additional Components Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender USB Ports The USB ports are using a wired Ethernet network.
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... PAUSE This pauses the selection being played.* *disabled for video 8 Figure 2-3: Remote Control Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Media Center Extender Remote Control My TV Press this button to view the My TV menu. My Music Press this button to view the My ...to rewind the selection being played.* FWD Press this button to navigate through menus and make selections on or off. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Remote Control The Extender includes a remote control. STOP This stops the selection being played. (Play) This starts the selection being played. ...
... PAUSE This pauses the selection being played.* *disabled for video 8 Figure 2-3: Remote Control Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Media Center Extender Remote Control My TV Press this button to view the My TV menu. My Music Press this button to view the My ...to rewind the selection being played.* FWD Press this button to navigate through menus and make selections on or off. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Remote Control The Extender includes a remote control. STOP This stops the selection being played. (Play) This starts the selection being played. ...
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.... OK (and arrows) Use the arrow buttons to view the Recorded TV menu. Start Button Press the square green button to Know the Media Center Extender 9 Remote Control MORE Press this button to move through the menus. ENTER Press this button after you want to enter a channel number..... CLEAR Press this time. 1-9, *, # Use these buttons to mute the sound on the TV or page through an extensive menu. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender SKIP Press this button to change the channel on the TV or stereo. MUTE Press this button to make a selection.
.... OK (and arrows) Use the arrow buttons to view the Recorded TV menu. Start Button Press the square green button to Know the Media Center Extender 9 Remote Control MORE Press this button to move through the menus. ENTER Press this button after you want to enter a channel number..... CLEAR Press this time. 1-9, *, # Use these buttons to mute the sound on the TV or page through an extensive menu. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender SKIP Press this button to change the channel on the TV or stereo. MUTE Press this button to make a selection.
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Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender 10 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Media Center Extender Remote Control
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... running Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 • A wired network OR a Wireless-A (802.11a), Wireless-G (802.11g), or Wireless A+G (802.11a + 802.11g) network (A Wireless-B (802.11b) network will not work with the "Instructions for Connecting the Extender" section. Figure 3-1: Wireless Network Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender 11 Before You Begin Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Before You Begin For the...
... running Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 • A wired network OR a Wireless-A (802.11a), Wireless-G (802.11g), or Wireless A+G (802.11a + 802.11g) network (A Wireless-B (802.11b) network will not work with the "Instructions for Connecting the Extender" section. Figure 3-1: Wireless Network Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender 11 Before You Begin Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Before You Begin For the...
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... Ethernet Network Cable 12 Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting to a Wired Network 1. If the LED does not light up when the Extender has successfully joined your Media Center PC, router, or switch. 2. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting to a Wired Network Connect the included Ethernet network cable from the Extender's Ethernet port to the "Instructions for...
... Ethernet Network Cable 12 Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting to a Wired Network 1. If the LED does not light up when the Extender has successfully joined your Media Center PC, router, or switch. 2. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting to a Wired Network Connect the included Ethernet network cable from the Extender's Ethernet port to the "Instructions for...
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.... If you are using component video, connect the component video cables (not included) from the Extender's VIDEO output to the left. OR Figure 3-3: Connect the Composite or S-Video Cable Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting the Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender 1. Then make sure the VIDEO SELECT switch is set to your TV's VIDEO input. OR...
.... If you are using component video, connect the component video cables (not included) from the Extender's VIDEO output to the left. OR Figure 3-3: Connect the Composite or S-Video Cable Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting the Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender 1. Then make sure the VIDEO SELECT switch is set to your TV's VIDEO input. OR...
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If you are using a stereo with digital audio, connect the Toslink optical cable (not included) from the Extender's left and right AUDIO outputs to your TV's AUDIO inputs. OR Figure 3-5: Connect the Analog Audio Cables 14 Figure 3-6: Connect the Digital Audio Cable Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting the Extender If you are using analog audio, connect the RCA audio cable from the Extender's SPDIF digital AUDIO output to your stereo's digital AUDIO input. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender 2.
If you are using a stereo with digital audio, connect the Toslink optical cable (not included) from the Extender's left and right AUDIO outputs to your TV's AUDIO inputs. OR Figure 3-5: Connect the Analog Audio Cables 14 Figure 3-6: Connect the Digital Audio Cable Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting the Extender If you are using analog audio, connect the RCA audio cable from the Extender's SPDIF digital AUDIO output to your stereo's digital AUDIO input. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender 2.
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3. The Extender will automatically power on the Extender 4. Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting the Extender Figure 3-8: Press the Power Button Figure 3-9: Check the POWER Switch 15 Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Figure 3-7: Power on . Plug the Extender's power cord into an electrical outlet. Proceed to "Chapter 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender." If it does not, press the standby button on the Extender's front panel, and then check the POWER switch on the Extender's back panel.
3. The Extender will automatically power on the Extender 4. Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting the Extender Figure 3-8: Press the Power Button Figure 3-9: Check the POWER Switch 15 Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Figure 3-7: Power on . Plug the Extender's power cord into an electrical outlet. Proceed to "Chapter 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender." If it does not, press the standby button on the Extender's front panel, and then check the POWER switch on the Extender's back panel.
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Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender 16 Chapter 3: Connecting the Media Center Extender Instructions for Connecting the Extender
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... 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender 1. Go to enter it when your TV's remote control). 2. Power on your TV, and select the video input that displays the Extender's Setup Key Screen (press the INPUT, SOURCE, or TV/VIDEO button on your Media Center PC asks for the Setup Key. 3. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Chapter 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender Figure 4-2: Insert the...
... 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender 1. Go to enter it when your TV's remote control). 2. Power on your TV, and select the video input that displays the Extender's Setup Key Screen (press the INPUT, SOURCE, or TV/VIDEO button on your Media Center PC asks for the Setup Key. 3. Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Chapter 4: Setting up the Media Center Extender Figure 4-2: Insert the...