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... risk of the obsolete outlet. 9. Refer all warnings. 4. Read these instructions. 3. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 10. ii Media Center Extender About This Guide CAUTION These servicing instructions are qualified to do so. To reduce the risk of...
... risk of the obsolete outlet. 9. Refer all warnings. 4. Read these instructions. 3. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 10. ii Media Center Extender About This Guide CAUTION These servicing instructions are qualified to do so. To reduce the risk of...
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... Panel (DMA 2100 2 Back Panel (DMA 2200 3 Remote Control Overview 4 Chapter 2: Network Setup and Extender Connections 6 Connect to a Wireless or Wired Network 6 Wireless Network 7 Wireless Security 8 Wired Network 9 Extender Connections 10 High Definition (HD) Connections 10 Standard Definition (SD) Connections 12 Power on the Media Center Extender 14 Device Configuration 15 Record Setup Key from Device 16 Media Center Configuration 18 Chapter 3: Using the Media Center Extender 22 Using Your Remote Control 22 Menu Summary 29 Pictures + Videos 29 Music 32 TV...
... Panel (DMA 2100 2 Back Panel (DMA 2200 3 Remote Control Overview 4 Chapter 2: Network Setup and Extender Connections 6 Connect to a Wireless or Wired Network 6 Wireless Network 7 Wireless Security 8 Wired Network 9 Extender Connections 10 High Definition (HD) Connections 10 Standard Definition (SD) Connections 12 Power on the Media Center Extender 14 Device Configuration 15 Record Setup Key from Device 16 Media Center Configuration 18 Chapter 3: Using the Media Center Extender 22 Using Your Remote Control 22 Menu Summary 29 Pictures + Videos 29 Music 32 TV...
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... containing the files you want to share. Media Center Extender In this case both can connect to the internet and can skip this same router using a wireless connection. The PC is connected to the router using an Ethernet connection and the Extender is connected to each other. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections Chapter 2: Network Setup and Extender Connections If you have already used the Quick Install Guide and have successfully set up your Media Center Extender is configured correctly, using a wireless connection.
... containing the files you want to share. Media Center Extender In this case both can connect to the internet and can skip this same router using a wireless connection. The PC is connected to the router using an Ethernet connection and the Extender is connected to each other. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections Chapter 2: Network Setup and Extender Connections If you have already used the Quick Install Guide and have successfully set up your Media Center Extender is configured correctly, using a wireless connection.
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... are securely in a clockwise direction. Wireless Network The maximum performance for the DMA2200. Attach the Antennas If connecting wirelessly, you to share your home network and the Internet will enable you to access Online Services, and will also enable you need to your Vista Media Center computer's audio, video and picture files. DMA2200 Antenna Attachment Antennas Raised Media Center Extender Hand tighten until they are two (2) antennas for the DMA2100 and...
... are securely in a clockwise direction. Wireless Network The maximum performance for the DMA2200. Attach the Antennas If connecting wirelessly, you to share your home network and the Internet will enable you to access Online Services, and will also enable you need to your Vista Media Center computer's audio, video and picture files. DMA2200 Antenna Attachment Antennas Raised Media Center Extender Hand tighten until they are two (2) antennas for the DMA2100 and...
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... wireless network can also purchase a wireless powerline adapter, such as it passes over the airwaves, you can be intercepted. Like signals from your cellular or cordless phones, signals from connecting to your network secure. To protect the information as Linksys PLE200 to work. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections Wireless Security Wireless networks are convenient and easy to install, so homes with WEP, because WPA/WPA2 uses dynamic key encryption. A network encrypted with WPA/WPA2 is unencrypted, you should enable...
... wireless network can also purchase a wireless powerline adapter, such as it passes over the airwaves, you can be intercepted. Like signals from your cellular or cordless phones, signals from connecting to your network secure. To protect the information as Linksys PLE200 to work. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections Wireless Security Wireless networks are convenient and easy to install, so homes with WEP, because WPA/WPA2 uses dynamic key encryption. A network encrypted with WPA/WPA2 is unencrypted, you should enable...
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... correct language options for the player English Francaise Deutsch Menu Language Configure Display Connection A HDMI connection should match the actual hardware connection that you can choose the video, audio and aspect ratio to optimize the playback quality. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections Device Configuration Configure Language Settings Use the arrow keys to continue. Press OK on the remote control or select Next to continue. 15 Media Center...
... correct language options for the player English Francaise Deutsch Menu Language Configure Display Connection A HDMI connection should match the actual hardware connection that you can choose the video, audio and aspect ratio to optimize the playback quality. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections Device Configuration Configure Language Settings Use the arrow keys to continue. Press OK on the remote control or select Next to continue. 15 Media Center...
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... remote, select Encryption Key on-screen and enter the encryption key for your computer security. NOTE: For wireless router settings, the security level chosen on the Extender setup screens must match your network using the on the Media Center Extender if it will display on the TV screen (and on -screen keyboard and click Next. The eight digit Setup key will need a Setup key. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections If you connect wirelessly, you will be "Connecting...
... remote, select Encryption Key on-screen and enter the encryption key for your computer security. NOTE: For wireless router settings, the security level chosen on the Extender setup screens must match your network using the on the Media Center Extender if it will display on the TV screen (and on -screen keyboard and click Next. The eight digit Setup key will need a Setup key. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections If you connect wirelessly, you will be "Connecting...
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... make media files stored on your computer. 20 Media Center Extender You will be shared. Away Mode is a power saving mode, that allows your Extender to continue to work even if you want to some computer settings, including enabling Away Mode. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections XXXX XXXX Extender Setup 4. You can modify this later in the settings menu. NOTE: Third party firewalls may ask about firewalls and changing computer settings, click Enter...
... make media files stored on your computer. 20 Media Center Extender You will be shared. Away Mode is a power saving mode, that allows your Extender to continue to work even if you want to some computer settings, including enabling Away Mode. Chapter 2 Network Setup and Extender Connections XXXX XXXX Extender Setup 4. You can modify this later in the settings menu. NOTE: Third party firewalls may ask about firewalls and changing computer settings, click Enter...
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... access key media experiences in Windows Media Center. Live TV Shows live TV, a TV tuner and TV signal are required. Record Live TV Displays the Recorded TV page in Windows Media Center. Guide Displays the Electronic Program Guide from the Vista computer's TV tuner, if available. Chapter 3 Using the Media Center Extender Remote Control Buttons Navigation Buttons These buttons allow you to the Linksys menu...
... access key media experiences in Windows Media Center. Live TV Shows live TV, a TV tuner and TV signal are required. Record Live TV Displays the Recorded TV page in Windows Media Center. Guide Displays the Electronic Program Guide from the Vista computer's TV tuner, if available. Chapter 3 Using the Media Center Extender Remote Control Buttons Navigation Buttons These buttons allow you to the Linksys menu...
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... Center Extender Chapter 3 Tasks Using the Media Center Extender Tasks settings view or change Media Center Extender settings shutdown ends the Media Center Extender session tune network test and improve your Media Center Extender and computer connection Settings In the settings menu, you can customize the TV settings using the up, down, left arrow button that is under the volume button. Press the Windows Media Center button...
... Center Extender Chapter 3 Tasks Using the Media Center Extender Tasks settings view or change Media Center Extender settings shutdown ends the Media Center Extender session tune network test and improve your Media Center Extender and computer connection Settings In the settings menu, you can customize the TV settings using the up, down, left arrow button that is under the volume button. Press the Windows Media Center button...
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Select or clear a check box by pressing OK to setup your wired or wireless internet connection. Tasks>Settings>General>Program Library Options Windows Media Center Setup You can use this option to enable or disable games and some add-in settings. Tasks>Settings>General>Windows Media Center Setup 43 Media Center Extender Chapter 3 Using the Media Center Extender • Access media information from the Windows Media Center • Hide Internet Security Warnings You also have the option of editing the program library content if you select Edit Program Library.
Select or clear a check box by pressing OK to setup your wired or wireless internet connection. Tasks>Settings>General>Program Library Options Windows Media Center Setup You can use this option to enable or disable games and some add-in settings. Tasks>Settings>General>Windows Media Center Setup 43 Media Center Extender Chapter 3 Using the Media Center Extender • Access media information from the Windows Media Center • Hide Internet Security Warnings You also have the option of editing the program library content if you select Edit Program Library.
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... Provider Credits here. Tasks>Settings>General>About Windows Media Center Privacy You can find your Software Version, Guide Terms of the service. Chapter 3 Using the Media Center Extender Tasks>Settings>General>Optimization About Windows Media Center You can find the Online Windows Media Center Privacy Statement, change Privacy Settings and Customer Experience Settings. You can also turn on or off the Most Viewed filter in the Guide.
... Provider Credits here. Tasks>Settings>General>About Windows Media Center Privacy You can find your Software Version, Guide Terms of the service. Chapter 3 Using the Media Center Extender Tasks>Settings>General>Optimization About Windows Media Center You can find the Online Windows Media Center Privacy Statement, change Privacy Settings and Customer Experience Settings. You can also turn on or off the Most Viewed filter in the Guide.
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... Extender setup screens or that DHCP was selected in your settings. Suggested actions: 1. If you are using a wireless connection, ensure that you have connected to the proper access point (e.g. Problem: Incorrect aspect ratio. Ensure you are using HDMI or Component, make sure that you use 720p instead of 480i). 3. Problem: Wireless networking is within a reasonable range. If DHCP is used on the network, make sure you have set the device to the router is not working...
... Extender setup screens or that DHCP was selected in your settings. Suggested actions: 1. If you are using a wireless connection, ensure that you have connected to the proper access point (e.g. Problem: Incorrect aspect ratio. Ensure you are using HDMI or Component, make sure that you use 720p instead of 480i). 3. Problem: Wireless networking is within a reasonable range. If DHCP is used on the network, make sure you have set the device to the router is not working...
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... installation. 2. Problem: Want to fully start; Make sure you have rebooted your router has UpNp enabled. Check that you followed the steps to the same router as well. Appendix A Troubleshooting 4. Try to one computer at a time; Ensure that you have the Extender associated to ping the device from any previous computers that the files are in Vista. You can see the Linksys NAS. 1. Then turn...
... installation. 2. Problem: Want to fully start; Make sure you have rebooted your router has UpNp enabled. Check that you followed the steps to the same router as well. Appendix A Troubleshooting 4. Try to one computer at a time; Ensure that you have the Extender associated to ping the device from any previous computers that the files are in Vista. You can see the Linksys NAS. 1. Then turn...
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... the Media Center window 3. DVD-R/RW is supported 2. Problem: A burned CDDA doesn't work 1. DL is pressed. 2. Multi-sessions are not supported. 4. Multi-sessions are not supported. DVD's that the remote control is recommended at burning speed X2. 3. If any button is stuck over 30 seconds, the remote control will go into sleeping mode until the button is not supported. 6. Firewall Settings Troubleshooting Find out which firewall is running on...
... the Media Center window 3. DVD-R/RW is supported 2. Problem: A burned CDDA doesn't work 1. DL is pressed. 2. Multi-sessions are not supported. 4. Multi-sessions are not supported. DVD's that the remote control is recommended at burning speed X2. 3. If any button is stuck over 30 seconds, the remote control will go into sleeping mode until the button is not supported. 6. Firewall Settings Troubleshooting Find out which firewall is running on...
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... Block all incoming connections option is not already enabled, and click Apply. 4. Because this task requires Administrator rights, you see that multiple firewalls are changed after setup has completed, connectivity between your Media Center Extender and your Windows Vista-based Computer will see a User Account Control dialog box. 3. Configuring Windows Live OneCare Windows Live OneCare needs to see which firewall is automatically configured to enable your Media Center Extender to connect...
... Block all incoming connections option is not already enabled, and click Apply. 4. Because this task requires Administrator rights, you see that multiple firewalls are changed after setup has completed, connectivity between your Media Center Extender and your Windows Vista-based Computer will see a User Account Control dialog box. 3. Configuring Windows Live OneCare Windows Live OneCare needs to see which firewall is automatically configured to enable your Media Center Extender to connect...
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Appendix A Troubleshooting To manually configure or verify the configuration of Windows Live OneCare 1. Select the check box next to my Media Center Computer. During the firewall configuration process, you may need to manually configure your "home") network. Click the Firewall tab, and then click the Firewall connection tool button. 4. Configuring a non-Microsoft firewall If you use on the Internet. 56 Media Center Extender Some firewall vendors may ask you may also need to know...
Appendix A Troubleshooting To manually configure or verify the configuration of Windows Live OneCare 1. Select the check box next to my Media Center Computer. During the firewall configuration process, you may need to manually configure your "home") network. Click the Firewall tab, and then click the Firewall connection tool button. 4. Configuring a non-Microsoft firewall If you use on the Internet. 56 Media Center Extender Some firewall vendors may ask you may also need to know...
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.... Changing wireless networking channels Within a wireless networking standard, individual channels exist that does not 59 Media Center Extender This updated software is typically called firmware. Make sure to periodically check for any updates for your wireless networks to use a specific channel. When you have the latest firmware, regardless of date. Once you locate firmware updates to download for download in your home wireless network, here are preconfigured to your router updates it ships. Consult the manufacturer's website or your router instruction manual...
.... Changing wireless networking channels Within a wireless networking standard, individual channels exist that does not 59 Media Center Extender This updated software is typically called firmware. Make sure to periodically check for any updates for your wireless networks to use a specific channel. When you have the latest firmware, regardless of date. Once you locate firmware updates to download for download in your home wireless network, here are preconfigured to your router updates it ships. Consult the manufacturer's website or your router instruction manual...
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... to the network. Consult your router instruction manual for your family Computer and the access point, but still locate it causes streamed video and other advanced configuration options for more difficult modifications to make to them. Record TV shows at the access point). Changing your router to operate on a different channel may have a work Computer, which is setting Windows Media Center to run a longer Ethernet wire between your wireless network.
... to the network. Consult your router instruction manual for your family Computer and the access point, but still locate it causes streamed video and other advanced configuration options for more difficult modifications to make to them. Record TV shows at the access point). Changing your router to operate on a different channel may have a work Computer, which is setting Windows Media Center to run a longer Ethernet wire between your wireless network.
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...free for any publically available version or derivative of this code cannot be changed. The following conditions apply to . This can be left out if the rouines from the library being used are not to conform with this distribution, be it the RC4, RSA, lhash, DES, etc., code; Redistribution and use in documentation...FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. Copyright remains Eric Young's, and as such any Windows specific code (or a derivative thereof ) from the apps directory (application code) you must reproduce the above copyright notice, this package is Tim Hudson (tjh@...
...free for any publically available version or derivative of this code cannot be changed. The following conditions apply to . This can be left out if the rouines from the library being used are not to conform with this distribution, be it the RC4, RSA, lhash, DES, etc., code; Redistribution and use in documentation...FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. Copyright remains Eric Young's, and as such any Windows specific code (or a derivative thereof ) from the apps directory (application code) you must reproduce the above copyright notice, this package is Tim Hudson (tjh@...