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LocationFree TV
Operating Instructions
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  • Page 1 2-655-608-11(1) LocationFree TV Operating Instructions LF-X11 © 2005 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    The serial numbers are located at the side of the Base Station. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. The nameplate is located on the bottom of the Base Station.

  • Page 3: Fcc Radiation Exposure Statement

    WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

  • Page 4: Fcc Warning

    1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Trademarks • LocationFree is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. • Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, MagicGate, MagicGate Memory Stick PRO Duo and trademarks or trademarks of Sony Corporation.

  • Page 5: About Wireless Security

    About Wireless Security Since communication via the wireless LAN function is established by radio waves, the wireless signal may be susceptible to interception. To decrease this danger, the LocationFree TV supports various security functions. Be sure to correctly configure the security settings in accordance with your intended purpose and network environment.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents About Wireless Security ... 5 What is LocationFree TV? ... 10 Identifying Parts and Controls ... 11 Preparations ... 14 Checking the Package Contents ... 14 About Base Station Installation ... 15 Connecting to TV Signal ... 15 Connecting Other Devices... 16 Connecting to the Internet ...
  • Page 7 Using LocationFree TV On the Go... 37 Switching the Monitor Connection Mode ... 37 Using Monitor On the Go ... 38 NetAV... 44 What is NetAV?... 44 Overview of NetAV Setup ... 44 Check Your Internet Connection ... 45 Easy Setup (NetAV) ... 45 NetAV Check ...
  • Page 8 Album ... 55 Using the Album Window ... 55 Other Album Functions ... 56 Memory Stick ... 57 Using a Memory Stick ... 57 Initializing a Memory Stick ... 59 Other Functions and Settings ... 60 Watching TV/Video Via Wired LAN at Home... 60 Adjusting the Screen Backlight ...
  • Page 9 To Set Up the Base Station Without the Monitor... 85 Status LED... 86 Troubleshooting... 87 Specifications... 92 Index ... 95 Note The screen samples used in this manual are only example images. Further information about this model is also available on following website. LocationFree TV FAQ pages: http://www.sony.com/locationfree/faq/...

  • Page 10: What Is Locationfree Tv

    What is LocationFree TV? The LocationFree TV is an advanced, portable TV that allows you to watch TV or video, browse the Web, check your e-mail and manage your digital photos whether you are at home or not. When you are at home, you can carry the Monitor around the house and use it anywhere within its wireless transmission range.

  • Page 11: Identifying Parts And Controls

    Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Front and right sides Left side 8 POWER LED (1 page 21) Green: The power is on. Red flashing: A malfunction has occurred. 9 e Battery charge LED (1 page 22) Red: The battery is charging. Off: Battery charging has finished.
  • Page 12 Rear qf POWER button (1 page 21) Turns the Monitor power on and off. qg CAPTURE button (1 page 35) Saves the currently displayed image in the album. qh VOLUME +/– buttons (1 page 31) Adjusts the speaker volume. qj INDEX button (1 page 27) Displays the [Index] window.
  • Page 13 Base Station Front Rear 1 WIRELESS LED Indicates the wireless function status. Blue: Connected with the Monitor on the 5 GHz channel. Green: Connected with the Monitor on the 2.4 GHz channel. Turns blue or green momentarily, then turns off for 3 seconds: Wireless communications are enabled, but wireless communication with the Monitor is not taking place.

  • Page 14: Preparations

    Preparations Checking the Package Contents After unpacking, check that all the following items have been included: Base Station (1) * At the time of purchase, the Base Station is already mounted on its stand. BP-LX11A battery (1) Power cord (2) Operating instructions (1) Quick Start Guide (1) LocationFree Player software CD-ROM (LocationFree Player...

  • Page 15: About Base Station Installation

    The procedure for connecting to a TV antenna differs depending on the type of antenna jack. Some antenna jacks require a separate converter or splitter (not supplied). For more information, contact your Sony dealer. Rear of Base Station Antenna cable (not supplied) to antenna...

  • Page 16: Connecting Other Devices

    Connecting Other Devices You can connect other devices featuring an A/V output terminal such as a VCR, AV receiver, DVR, DVD player/ recorder to the Base Station. Refer also to the operating instructions that came with the connected equipment. Audio/video signal flow Watching video on a connected device Select [Video 1] in the [Index] window.
  • Page 17 Tips • If the IR Blaster cable is too short, use the extension cable (RK-G138, not supplied). • Infrared receivers on Sony VCRs and other products are identified with the symbol. • You can set up 2 on-screen remote controls for each video input connector.
  • Page 18 Connecting a Digital Video Camera Directly to the Monitor Use a mini AV cable (not supplied: VMC-N320TP, VMC-N120TT) to connect a digital video camera directly to the AV IN jack on the left side of the Monitor.

  • Page 19: Connecting To The Internet

    • For details on setting up the connection, refer to the operating instructions for your router, cable modem, or DSL modem. If you have any questions, contact your ISP. • Further information about configurations is also available on the following website. LocationFree TV FAQ pages: http://www.sony.com/locationfree/faq/ Connect to watch TV away from home to LAN port...

  • Page 20: Turning On The Power

    Turning On the Power Connecting the Power Cord to the Base Station Connect the power cord when you finish making all other connections. Base Station rear panel Ferrite core Do not remove the ferrite core. AC-LX1B AC power adapter (supplied). Wall outlet Connect the power cord to the Base Station AC power adapter (AC-LX1B),...
  • Page 21 Removing the battery Push and hold the tab in the direction of the arrow (1), then slide the battery upward (2). Connecting the Power Cord to the Monitor to a wall outlet Power cord (supplied) AC-LX1M AC power adapter (supplied) Turning On the Power Press POWER button on the front of the Base Station to turn it on.

  • Page 22: Battery Life

    Charging the Battery Connect the Monitor AC power adapter to charge the battery. During charging, the e LED on the left side of the Monitor lights red. The LED goes off when charging is finished. to wall outlet Power cord (supplied) AC-LX1M AC power adapter (supplied) Battery charging time...

  • Page 23: How To Use The Monitor

    How to Use the Monitor Using the Monitor Handle Pull out and use the handle on top when carrying the Monitor. Pull Adjusting the Monitor Stand Use the Monitor stand to adjust the screen angle, as shown. The stand has a range of 120 degrees. Adjusting the Viewing Angle The Monitor is best viewed within 60 degrees above or below and 70 degrees to the left or right...

  • Page 24: About Easy Setup

    About Easy Setup What is Easy Setup? By using Easy Setup, you can make basic settings quickly and easily. Easy Setup (Basic) (1 page 25) Make basic setting for using the LocationFree TV at home. Easy Setup (NetAV) (1 page 45) Make basic settings for using the NetAV function.

  • Page 25: Easy Setup (Basic)

    Easy Setup (Basic) After completing the connections and turning on the Base Station and Monitor, set up with [Easy Setup (Basic)]. Use [Easy Setup (Basic)] to make basic TV, video, network, E-mail, and clock settings. This chapter provides a general explanation of the items that you can set with [Easy Setup (Basic)].
  • Page 26 actually connected to the Internet. Use the Web Lite and Mail function to check your Internet connection. • If you need to make proxy settings, select [Web Lite] in the [Settings] menu. E-Mail Use the [E-Mail] window to make settings for sending and receiving e-mail.

  • Page 27: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Displaying the [Index] Window All of the LocationFree TV’s functions are accessed from the [Index] window. Press INDEX. The [Index] window appears. To display the setup screen, select [Settings] at the bottom right of the screen. If [Settings] is not shown, touch anywhere on the screen to make it appear.

  • Page 28: About Monitor Connection Modes

    About Monitor Connection Modes The LocationFree TV Monitor has two connection modes: “Home” mode and “On the Go” mode. You need to select one or the other, depending on where you want to use the Monitor. In addition, in each of these modes, the Monitor can connect wirelessly or via wired LAN. Establishing a connection wirelessly or via a wired LAN is determined automatically depending on if the Monitor is connected to a wired LAN.

  • Page 29: Guide To On-Screen Icons

    Guide to On-Screen Icons The following icons appear at the top of the screen to indicate the connection status of the LocationFree Icon Meaning Home mode is selected for the Monitor setting. On the Go mode is selected for the Monitor setting. Connected to the network wirelessly.
  • Page 30 Icons are shown in combinations like the following, depending on the current connection status. Example 1)When the Monitor is connected to a network in Wireless On the Go mode: Example 2)When the Monitor is communicating with the Base Station in Wired LAN Home mode:...

  • Page 31: Tv/Video

    TV/Video Watching TV and Video Open the [Index] window and select TV, Video1 or 2, Monitor Video IN. When you turn on the Monitor, the TV channel or video that you were watching when you turned it off appears. Note This Monitor does not support non-interlaced signals used for computer monitors, etc.

  • Page 32: Using The Tv/Video Screen

    Using the TV/Video Screen Parts and controls on the TV/Video screen A TV/Video mode indicator B TV channel number C SAP (Secondary Audio Program) mode indicator (1 page 34) Displays [STEREO] or [SAP]. D Volume level indicator The volume level indicator disappears automatically about 5 seconds after an operation.

  • Page 33: Using Wide Range Mode

    Overview of the On-Screen Remote Control Depending on your settings and the devices connected to your system, the remote control may vary from the one illustrated here. The explanations in this section refer to the TV on- screen remote control when using the LocationFree TV internal tuner.

  • Page 34: Selecting A Secondary Audio Program (Sap)

    TV Monitor is too far, and the top right of the screen. • When Wide Range Mode is selected, signal compression rate is increased, lowering picture quality but increasing transmission distance. • TV and video images take a short while to display after turning on Wide Range Mode.

  • Page 35: Capturing Images

    Capturing Images With the CAPTURE button on top of the Monitor, you can capture an image of the currently displayed screen.You can then save captured images automatically in an album to enjoy later at your convenience. * Captured images cannot be used for purposes other than personal use without the permission of copyright holders.

  • Page 36: About The Sub-Screen

    About the Sub- Screen If there is a [PIP] button at the bottom right of the screen, you can select it to display a sub-screen for watching TV and video. The [PIP] button appears in Web Lite and Mail windows, and in some of the setup windows that you open from the [Settings] window.

  • Page 37: Using Locationfree Tv On The Go

    Using LocationFree TV On the Go Switching the Monitor Connection Mode This section explains how to switch the Monitor connection type. Use the following procedure when you take the Monitor with you away from home and when you return home. Depending on the connection mode, you must perform the LAN connection settings beforehand on the Base Station and Monitor.

  • Page 38: Using Monitor On The Go

    Using Monitor On the Go You can use the Monitor away from home if you connect it to a wireless or wired LAN. You can connect to an access point of a public wireless LAN or a wired LAN in, for instance, a cafe or a hotel and then watch TV or a video, browse the Web, or check your mail.
  • Page 39 For details, see “Connecting to an access point” (1 page 41) Note The ability to connect to all public wireless access services is not guaranteed. The meanings of the icons appearing in the Wireless Network list are as follows. : The wireless network connected to automatically when the Monitor starts, or when switching from a wired to a wireless connection in On the Go mode after the...
  • Page 40 Configuring a Public Wireless LAN Connection Manually For standard wireless access service, these settings are not necessary. But when accessing a wireless network that requires a WEP key or WPA-PSK with TKIP, configure the following settings before connecting. Configuring a Wireless Network Display the [Settings] window, and then select [Public Wireless].
  • Page 41 Select [Back]. If you selected [Public Wireless] in the [Settings] window in step 1, you return to the [Settings] window. If you selected the [Settings] button next to [On the Go-Wireless] in the [Monitor] window in step 1, you return to the [On the Go-Wireless] window.
  • Page 42 Network is not accessible. Network connection successful. an IP address is being acquired from a DHCP server. The signal level indicated by the wireless icon may also be level one or level two depending on signal strength. Note If the icon does not appear, or if the does not stop blinking, then the security settings may not be correct.
  • Page 43 Set up your wired connection. Make the settings described in “Connecting via LAN (DHCP)” (1 page 83) or “Connecting via LAN (assigning an IP address manually)” (1 page 84), as specified by your provider. Most providers will instruct you to connect via LAN (DHCP).

  • Page 44: Netav

    Cable The latest information is also available on the following website. LocationFree TV FAQ (http://www.sony.com/locationfree/faq/) Note To use the NetAV function, you need to set up both the Base Station and the Monitor before leaving home. You also need to turn on the Base Station, router and modem before leaving home, so that you can connect to them over the Internet.

  • Page 45: Check Your Internet Connection

    Check Your Internet Connection To use the NetAV function, you must first connect the Base Station to the Internet. You can connect the Base Station to the Internet over a DSL line or a cable TV line, see “Connecting to the Internet” (1 page 19). Tips •...

  • Page 46: Netav Check

    NetAV Check In [NetAV Check], you perform a test of your NetAV connection via the Internet. [NetAV Check] is displayed on a web page. When the [NetAV Check] window appears, follow the instructions in the window to check that the NetAV settings are configured correctly. Notes •...
  • Page 47 home Base Station. Video appears shortly after the icon appears. See “Watching TV and Video” (1 page 31) for information about TV and video operations. The NETAV LED on the Base Station lights green while you are using the NetAV function. Watching TV and videos with NetAV You can change channels and adjust the volume in the same way that you do while watching at...

  • Page 48: Web Lite

    Sony web site. While downloading, the Web icon at the top left of the screen moves. When downloading is finished, the Sony web site opens and the Web icon stops moving. Note • Your contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) may prohibit you from accessing the Internet from more than one device at a time.

  • Page 49: Using The Web Lite

    Using the Web Lite Parts and controls on the Web Lite window A Web icon Moves when a web page is being downloaded. B Web Lite indicator C Page title Displays the title of the web page in the currently selected tab. D URL field Displays the address of the current web page.
  • Page 50 select Tab to close a page that you do not need anymore, and then select the link again. K Back Opens the previous web page. L Fwd (forward) Opens the next web page. M Home Opens the web page you have specified as the default page.

  • Page 51: Viewing Pdf Files On The Web

    You can also move the page by dragging the document using the touch panel. Note Even PDF files supported by the device may not display for some web pages. Other Web Lite Functions Other Web Lite functions are described on the Web. For details, see http://www.sony.com/locationfree/faq/...

  • Page 52: Mail

    Mail Using the Mail Window Inbox and Outbox Windows A Mail indicator B Inbox tab Shows the list of received mail. The content of the currently selected mail is shown in the bottom half of the window. C Outbox tab Shows the list of sent mail and mail temporarily saved for future editing.
  • Page 53 Resend: Displays the window for editing and sending mail that you have already sent. Edit: Displays the window for editing mail. N Move Moves specified mail to a folder on a Memory Stick. O Delete Deletes specified mail, including any attached files.

  • Page 54: Other Mail Functions

    Take particular note of this when dealing with sensitive information. Other Mail Functions Other mail functions are described on the Web. For details, see http://www.sony.com/locationfree/faq/ G Address Book Displays the Address Book. H Save Saves the current mail in the Outbox for you to finish later.

  • Page 55: Album

    Album Using the Album Window A Album indicator B Album tab (Internal memory) Shows the list of pictures saved on internal memory. C Album tab (for Memory Stick) Folder tabs appear when the Memory Stick is inserted. Allow you to copy saved pictures to Memory Stick.

  • Page 56: Other Album Functions

    Other Album Functions Other album functions are described on the Web. For details, see http://www.sony.com/locationfree/faq/...

  • Page 57: Memory Stick

    Memory Stick Using a Memory Stick Inserting a Memory Stick Insert a Memory Stick in the slot on the right of the Monitor until you hear it click. Click The Memory Stick LED lights orange when data is transferred between the LocationFree TV and the Memory Stick.
  • Page 58 • Never operate the Memory Select switch when the Memory Stick is inserted in the slot of the LocationFree TV, as it may cause damage. Sony Corporation assumes no liability for failure resulting from such operation. • Make sure that the Memory Select switch is properly positioned to the side.

  • Page 59: Initializing A Memory Stick

    Initializing a Memory Stick Follow the procedure below to initialize a Memory Stick using the LocationFree TV. Notes • If you initialize a Memory Stick with the LocationFree TV, all data recorded on the Memory Stick will be deleted, including data recorded by other devices.

  • Page 60: Other Functions And Settings

    Other Functions and Settings Watching TV/Video Via Wired LAN at Home You can watch TV and video with the LocationFree TV “Home mode” via a wired LAN, as well as via a wireless connection. To use the wired LAN, you need to connect the Monitor to the Ethernet port on a wall or on a router with a LAN cable (not supplied).

  • Page 61: Adjusting The Screen Backlight

    Connecting via a wired LAN After finishing the home wired LAN setup, connect the Monitor to an Ethernet port on the wall or on a router with a LAN cable (not supplied). Note Depending on the performance of your router or hub, when watching TV or video via wired LAN, the Monitor may not be able to communicate correctly and other devices connected to the Internet may be...

  • Page 62: Adjusting Video And Audio Quality

    Adjusting Video and Audio Quality You can adjust the Monitor’s picture quality, and adjust the quality of audio output from the Monitor’s speakers. Open the [Settings] window, and then select [TV/Video]. The [TV/Video] window appears. Select [Picture/Sound]. The [Picture] tab of the [Picture/Sound] window appears.

  • Page 63: Changing The Wireless Channel Manually (Home Wireless)

    Changing the Wireless Channel Manually (Home Wireless) At the time of purchase, the LocationFree TV is set up to select the best channel automatically, either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. When the wireless communication signal becomes unstable during wireless operation, the LocationFree TV automatically shifts to the clearest wireless channel.

  • Page 64: Stopping Wireless Signal Emissions From The Monitor

    Using another wireless device nearby If you are using two or more Base Stations within close range, or using your Base Station in range of a 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz wireless access point that conforms to IEEE802.11a, b, or g standards, the wireless signal from the Base Station to the Monitor may be disrupted.

  • Page 65: Setting Up Tv Channels Manually

    Setting Up TV Channels Manually Manually edit TV channels when: • You want to delete a channel from those preset during automatic channel setup. • You want to add a channel that does not appear in the list. Channels this product can receive VHF: 2-13 UHF: 14-69 Cable TV: 1-125...
  • Page 66 Select [Channel Skip/Add]. The [Channel Skip/Add] window appears. In the [Channel Skip/Add] window, a list of the channels detected during automatic channel setup appears. [Add] The channel editing window appears. Set the channel you want to add and select [Add]. Use [–] and [+] to specify the actual channel number of the station you selected.

  • Page 67: Configuring The On-Screen Remote

    Configuring the On- Screen Remote Configuring the On-Screen Remote for External Tuners on TV If you have connected a cable box (STB) to the VHF/UHF terminal on the Base Station, you can configure the on-screen remote control to show the STB remote control. Before carrying out the following steps, you must install the IR Blaster so that it points to the IR receiver of the STB remote control.
  • Page 68 Select the [Make] and [Type] of the connected device. A list of types appears when you select a [Make]. Select a make. [Power] When the device is configured correctly, you can turn it on and off by selecting [Power]. Use the sub-screen to confirm that the power turns on and off.

  • Page 69: Learning Commands For On-Screen Remote

    Learning Commands for On- Screen Remote If the buttons of the on-screen remote control do not work in the same way as the buttons on an actual remote control, you can have the on-screen remote control “learn” the actual remote commands.
  • Page 70 • Data acquired during learning is shared by [Video 1] and [Video 2]. For example, if learning is performed on a Sony DVD Player (1) using [Video 1], the remote commands that have been learned for that Sony DVD Player (1) are also available for [Video 2].

  • Page 71: Configuring The Base Station Lan Connection Manually

    Resetting Learned Commands You can select the [Reset] button to “unlearn” (initialize) everything that the remote control has “learned”. Configuring the Base Station LAN Connection Manually You can configure the LAN connection of the Base Station manually. Note To configure the LAN settings of the Base Station, switch to Home Wireless mode.

  • Page 72: Setting Up The Base Station As A Wireless Access Point

    You may not need to enter the [DNS 2]. Enter as required by your ISP. Select [Back]. You return to the [Base Station] window. Select [Settings], and then select [Exit]. Setting Up the Base Station as a Wireless Access Point Tips •...

  • Page 73: Setting Up Your Computer

    Configure the necessary items and select [Set]. 1 Wireless Network (SSID) A factory default character string should already appear. You can change it by entering up to 32 letters and/or numbers.This is used to identify a wireless network. 2 Security Settings Select either [WEP] or [WPA-PSK with TKIP encryption].

  • Page 74: Advanced Netav Settings

    Distance from the Base Station, ambient radio wave conditions, obstacles, and other factors can affect the stability of a wireless network connection. When setting up your computer, place it as close as possible to the Base Station. Notes • When a connected computer is transferring data, the TV picture on the Monitor may flicker or become distorted.
  • Page 75 Sample input value (when the router’s IP Setting item address is 192.168.0.1) IP address 192.168.0.64 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.0.1 Host name Blank DNS1 192.168.0.1 DNS2 Blank *1 This sample input is when the router’s IP address is 192.168.0.1. If the router’s IP address is 192.168.1.1, enter 192.168.1.64 for the IP address.
  • Page 76 3 The current automatic router configuration (UPnP) status appears here. Note If you changed the setting of step 2, then to update the automatic router configuration (UPnP) status of step 3 you need to select [OK] in step 4 and then display the [Port Number for NetAV] window again.

  • Page 77: Registering Locationfree Devices

    LocationFree Player (LFA- PC2) on the computer. For more information about how to register, select Windows Start > [All Programs] ([Programs] in Windows 2000) > [Sony LocationFree Player] > [Operating Instructions], and refer to the LF- PK1 operating instructions that appear.
  • Page 78 1 Select [Start]. 2 Check if you want to give priority to NetAV connections by registered LocationFree devices when you are watching TV or video on the Monitor in Home mode. When checked, no TV or video will appear on the Monitor while the other device is connecting NetAV.
  • Page 79 Set the items in the window, and then select [OK]. 1 Enter the domain name or static IP address of the Base Station. 2 Enter the port number of the Base Station where you will be registering. 3 Select [OK]. You return to the [NetAV Settings] window.

  • Page 80: Other Setup Windows

    Other Setup Windows The [Other Settings] window appears when you select [Other] in the [Settings] window. You can use this window to make the following settings. A Clock Sets the time zone, current date and time. If the clock is not set correctly, some web pages may not display properly.

  • Page 81: Resetting Factory Defaults

    Resetting Factory Defaults When you want to reset all of the settings to the factory defaults, initialize both the Base Station and the Monitor. Once you initialize, all saved data is lost. When you initialize the Internet and Wireless connection settings, you also need to initialize the Base Station.
  • Page 82 Initializing Internet Connection/Wireless Connection You can erase Internet connection settings and Wireless settings in both the Monitor and the Base Station by initializing. Initialize the Base Station (1 page 81). Open the [Settings] window and select [Other]. The [Other] window appears. Select [Initialize].

  • Page 83: Checking Storage Size

    Checking Storage Size You can check the capacity of the LocationFree TV and a Memory Stick. Notes • The actual total memory of a Memory Stick differs from the amount printed on it. The total memory shown in the [Storage Size] window is the actual amount you can use.
  • Page 84 When using a LAN connection, select [Settings] next to On the Go-Wired LAN. The [Wired Monitor Settings] window appears. Confirm that the check box of “Automatic IP Address Configuration (DHCP)” is checked and the IP Address is displayed. When using a wireless connection, select [Back].

  • Page 85: Others

    Others Memory Stick Folder for Copying Images to the Album If you want to display images created on a computer in the LocationFree TV’s album, copy the images to the following folder in a Memory Stick. Example of computer folders: Memory Stick Copy to this folder.

  • Page 86: Status Led

    The POWER LEDs on the front of the Base Station and the top of the Monitor, and the left of the Monitor, show the status of the Base Station and Monitor. If a malfunction occurs, refer to the following table to determine the problem and find a solution. If the problem persists, contact Sony LocationFree Customer Support.

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    If a problem occurs during operation of the LocationFree TV, refer to the information provided in this section. Further information is also available on following website. Locationfree TV FAQ pages: http://www.sony.com/locationfree/faq/ If the problem persists, contact Sony LocationFree Customer Support. General Problem Monitor does not turn on.
  • Page 88 Problem * appears. (Continued) * This icon only appears in Home mode. Screen suddenly goes dark. Screen is too dark. On-screen buttons do not respond. A different button than the one you selected responds. Password error occurs. TV and video Problem No color or incorrect color Picture appears, but no sound.
  • Page 89 Problem No picture (Continued) Picture freezes frequently. “Interference/Wireless Out of Range” appears on the screen. Pictures appear to be grainy and pixilated. The [Wide Range] button does not appear. No picture Problem Cannot get any TV channels to appear. (screen is black). Cannot get any TV channels to appear.
  • Page 90 Problem Cannot get cable TV channels to appear. Images from a connected device do not appear. Poor picture Problem Double images or ghosts Snow or dim pictures Stripes and noise Other Problem Cannot control external TV tuner with the on-screen remote control. Video Problem No picture from the connected device.
  • Page 91 It takes awhile for the picture to appear. • For questions about Internet connections, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). • LocationFree TV FAQ pages http://www.sony.com/locationfree/faq/ Causes and remedies • Connect the IR Blaster to the IR BLASTER port on the Base Station (1 page 13).

  • Page 92: Specifications

    Specifications System Television system NTSC Channel coverage VHF: 2 - 13, UHF: 14 - 69, CATV: 1 - 125 Tuning system PLL synthesizer Screen size × 7 31.1 cm) (w/h, diagonal) Display Transparent TN LCD panel Drive system Active matrix drive system Effective picture 99.99 % element ratio...
  • Page 93 AC power adapter AC-LX1B (for the Base Station) Power 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz requirements Rated output DC OUT: 12 V DC, 3 A Operating 32°F to 95°F (0°C to 35°C) temperature Storage 14°F to 140°F temperature (–10°C to 60°C) Dimensions Approx.

  • Page 94: Optional Accessories

    Frequency range Base Station: 2.4 GHz band: Channels 1,6 and 11 5 GHz band: Channels 36,40,44,48,52,56,60 and 64 Monitor: 2.4 GHz band: Channels 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 and 11 5 GHz band: Channels 36,40,44,48,52,56,60 and 64 Modulation DS-SS Modem and OFDM Modem Power AC power adapter: 100 - 240 requirements V AC, 50/60 Hz...

  • Page 95: Index

    Index Album Window Backlight battery Battery charge LED Battery charging time Battery Life CAPTURE CAPTURE button Changing channels Changing the Wireless Channel Manually Charging the Battery Clock Connecting AC power adapter AV receiver DVD player DVD recorder IR Blaster Power Cord TV antenna DHCP Dynamic DNS...
  • Page 96 LocationFree Customer Support 1-866-925-SONY (7669) - U.S. & Canada 1-239-768-7688 - International 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. EST, Mon.-Fri. (English Only) LocationFree Web sites <U.S.> http://www.sony.com/locationfree/ <Canada> http://www.sonystyle.ca/locationfree/ Printed on 100% recycled paper. Printed in Japan...

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