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RQT9431
Network connection
Following function will be available when this unit is connected to the network.
This document is assuming that you already have a broadband connection.
This connection is not necessary if following functions are not to be used.
The unit is connected to the internet when the following functions are used, which may generate communication charges depending on your
internet provider.
Enjoying VIERA CAST
TM
You can access a selection of Internet services from the Home screen with VIERA CAST, for example
YouTube, Picasa Web Albums. (Current as of February 2009) (
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VIERA CAST requires a broadband Internet connection. Dial-up Internet connections cannot be used.
Automatically acquire the title
of the CD
Automatically acquire the title of the CD or the information about the artist. (
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Update the software of this
unit
Automatically update the software of this unit. (
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Update of the software can be done from the broadcast too.
Internet
Straight LAN cable
Hub or broadband router
Telecommunications
equipment (modem, etc.)
This unit
LAN
10 BASE-T /
100BASE-TX
When your communication equipment (modem, etc.) has
no broadband router functions: Connect a broadband
router. When your communication equipment (modem, etc.)
has broadband router functions but there are no vacant
ports: Connect a hub.
Use a router that supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX.
Make the necessary settings in “Network Settings” after connecting. (
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Notes
Refer to the operating instructions for the connected device.
It may not work properly depending on the equipment or environment used.
Depending on the contract with the provider, you may not be able to connect multiple numbers of terminals such as this unit or computers, or an
additional fee might be required.
Use only category 5 straight LAN cables (STP) when connecting to peripheral devices.
When operating the VIERA CAST, use high-speed Internet service no less than 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard De
fi
nition) and 6 Mbps for HD (High
De
fi
nition) picture quality by your local broadband company.
- If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be displayed correctly.
Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN terminal can damage the unit.
Additional Connections
