Using Network Services - Panasonic Viera TX-P42UT30J Operating Instructions Manual

Using Network Services

VIERA Connect
VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic and has expanded VIERA CAST features greatly.
VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as
photos, videos, games, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.
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This TV has no full browser function and all features of websites may not be available.
Network Link
Enables to control the TV from the network equipment (Smartphone, etc.)
Network connection (see below)
Network setup (p. 74 - 78)
VIERA Connect operations
Network Link Settings (p. 74)
Network connections
To use VIERA Connect features, you need a broadband network environment.
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If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance.
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Set up and connect any equipment required for the network environment. You cannot make settings for the equipment on
this TV. Read the manual of the equipment.
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Required speed (effective) : at least 1.5 Mbps for SD and 6 Mbps for HD picture quality, respectively. If the transfer speed is
not enough, contents may not be played back properly.
Example 1
Wireless connection
Wireless LAN Adaptor and Extension cable
"Optional accessories" (p. 6)
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Connect to the USB 1 or 2 port.
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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.
Example 2
You can connect the TV and the telecommunication equipment directly to use VIERA Connect features.
Note
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Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) telecommunications company for further assistance regarding the network
equipment.
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Confirm the terms and conditions of the contracts with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or telecommunications company.
Depending on the contracts, additional fees may be charged or multiple connections to the internet may be impossible.
(p. 17, 79)
Wired connection
LAN cable
Access point
LAN cable
Modem
Hub or Router
Internet
Internet
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