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Welcome To personalize the dash™ Personal Internet Viewer, register online at http://www.sony.com/mydash Thank you for choosing the dash™ Personal Internet Viewer. Please take a moment to explore all the features dash has to offer. What's in the box? • dash Personal Internet Viewer (HID-C10) (1) • AC Power Adaptor (1) • Owner's Guide (1) • Important Information Guide (1) • Limited Warranty Card (1) • End User License Agreement (1) MENU/SNOOZE Button Microphone USB Port Headphone Jack DC Input Jack (Bottom) VOL (Volume) +/- Buttons Touchscreen Power Save Indicator Note: • The screen orientation automatically flips when your device is moved to the flat position. • Your fingernail or a stylus will not work with the touchscreen. Setup To get started you will need: Wireless network connected to the Internet Computer to register and personalize your Dash Step one: Plug dash into an AC outlet. Step two: Watch the intro video to familiarize yourself with the key features. Step three: Select your time zone, which will set your clock. Step four: Follow the on screen steps to connect dash to your WiFi network. Step five: Personalize your dash. Register at: http://www.sony.com/mydash Why register your dash? • Registering your dash allows you to add Apps, create new channels and manage the available audio and video services. • You can create as many channels as you want, and each channel can have up to 100 Apps. • A channel is a playlist of Apps. When you register your dash, you can create customized App channels, the order Apps appear, and how long each App remains on screen. • Go to the next page in this Guide for instructions on how to register your dash. Note: • Once connected, you may be prompted to take a software update. It's recommended to accept the update. The initial update can take 10 - 30 minutes, depending on your network connection. • Check out the symbol along the way if you need help. • Visit http://www.sony.com/dashsupport for more information Personalize your Dash Step one - Register: Go to http://www.sony.com/mydash and Locating your Registration Code: click on the REGISTER/ADD A DASH button. During the registration process, 1 2 3 4 you'll be asked for the device registration code. Step two - Channels & Apps: Once the registration is complete, you will be directed to the 'My Dashboard' page on the website. You can now create 5 channels, add Apps, and customize Apps that link to a personal account (like Facebook and Twitter). Step three - Personalize Music & Video: To link your dash to a music or video service (such as Pandora or Slacker), select 'Personalized Music and Video' under the 'My Dash' heading. The registration code is located on the Device info screen as shown above. HOME Screen and Controls • The HOME screen can show the Apps, clock, weather, photo viewer, music player, or video player. The layout of controls on the Home screen is called the theme. • You can change the Home screen layout on your dash by choosing a different theme. • To change the theme, press MENU on the Command Bar, then press Themes & Apps. • From the Command Bar, touch the HOME icon to return to the Home screen. Interact! • Select the video icon to watch videos. • Touch the App to interact with it. Previous App Expand App to full screen Next App Command Bar Display Main MENU Current App Sleep Timer MUTING On/Off Return to HOME screen Night Mode Go to audio player FAQ, Product Specs, Registration, and Support Helpful Hints and Troubleshooting • The dash should be located near an easily accessible power outlet. • To turn off or reset the unit, unplug it from the AC outlet. • Your device will automatically update the software from time to time. • Minimum broadband connection speed for video service is 2.5Mbps. If unable to establish a reliable connection to your wireless network, please check the following items: • The wireless router is ON. • The wireless router is connected to the Internet. • The network settings are correct. • The device is in a location with a strong wireless signal, near the router Product Specifications • Model Name: Home Information Device (HID-C10) • Power Requirements: AC 120V 0.6A 60Hz • DC Input: 9.5V 1.5A 14.25W • Audio Output Power: 1W + 1W (8 Ω rated speakers) • LCD Panel: 7" WVGA (800x480 resolution) • Dimensions: 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 2 3/8 (W/H/D) inches (188.6 x 137.3 x 60 mm)* • Mass: 1.3 lbs (0.59kg) • Wireless 802.11 b/g 2.4 GHz • USB 2.0 Mass Storage class * Non-metric measurements are approximate and may vary. Registration and Support • To register your device and access enhanced features, visit: http://www.sony.com/mydash • For further assistance and FAQ's, visit: http://www.sony.com/dashsupport, or call Sony at 1-866-918-2485 Screen images simulated. Product appearance may vary slightly from images shown. Sony, dash, the Sony logo and the dash logo are trademarks of Sony Electronics Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. ©2010 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in the USA 4-172-556-11