Using Network Services
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(DLNA
/ VIERA
CAST)
Advanced
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Network connections
To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without Broadband network environment.
To use VIERA CAST features, you need a Broadband network environment.
If you do not have a Broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance.
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Confirm the terms and conditions of the contracts with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or telecommunications
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company.
Set up and connect any equipment required for the network environment.
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Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD and 6 Mbps for HD picture quality, respectively.
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If the transfer speed is not enough, contents may not be played back properly.
Read the manual of the network equipment, too.
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Example 1
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LAN cable (Shielded)
Modem
Hub, Router
or
Access point
DLNA Certified
media server
(for example, PC,
DIGA Recorder, etc.)
Wired LAN connection
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You can also connect to the network directly by
using a LAN cable.
Wireless LAN connection
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You can connect to the network by using a Wireless LAN Adaptor (supplied) and an
access point.
It is recommended to use the Wireless LAN Adaptor with the supplied extension cable.
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Internet
Ensure to use a LAN straight cable for this connection.
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If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router.
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If your modem has broadband router functions but there are no vacant ports, use a hub.
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Ensure that the Broadband routers and hubs are compatible with 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX.
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If you use the equipment compatible only with 100BASE-TX, category 5 LAN cables are required.
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Example 2
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You can connect the TV and the equipment directly to use DLNA features.
LAN cable (Shielded)
DLNA Certified
media server
(for example, PC,
DIGA Recorder, etc.)
Ensure to use a LAN cross cable for this connection.
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Example 3
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You can connect the TV and the telecommunication equipment directly to use VIERA CAST features.
LAN cable (Shielded)
Modem
Internet
Note
Depending on the ISP or telecommunications company, the required equipment and the internet connection
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procedure are different. Ensure that you use the network equipment that are authorized by your ISP and
telecommunications company.
You cannot make settings for the network equipment on this TV. You may be required to make settings on your
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computer.
Depending on the terms and conditions of the contracts with your ISP or telecommunications company, additional
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fees may be charged or multiple connections to the internet may be impossible.
Please contact your ISP or telecommunications company if you require further assistance regarding the network
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equipment.
