Philips 23iF9946 user manual Advanced wireless network information

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Chapter 13 - Advanced wireless network information

What are wireless network connections?

Your wireless network adapter uses a wireless protocol (called IEEE 802.11b/g or WiFi) to communicate with the Streamium LCD TV by means of radio transmissions. WiFi radio waves travel outwards from the antenna in all directions, and can transmit through walls and floors. WiFi can theoretically reach up to 200 meters in an open environment and reach speeds of up to 11 (b) or 54 (g) megabits per second (Mbps) at close range. However, the actual network range and data throughput rate will always be less, depending on the wireless signal quality.

Factors determining your network range and network speed

•Wireless signals travel farther outside of buildings, and when the wireless components are in direct line of sight to one another. Putting wireless components high up helps avoid physical obstacles and provides better coverage.

•Building construction such as metal framing and concrete or masonry walls and floors will reduce radio signal strength. Avoid putting wireless components next to walls and other large, solid objects; or next to large metal objects such as computers, monitors, and appliances.

•Wireless signal range, speed, and strength can be affected by interference from neighbouring wireless networks and devices. Electromagnetic devices such as televisions, radios, microwave ovens, and cordless telephones, especially those with frequencies in the 2.4 GHz range, may also interfere with wireless transmission.

•Standing or sitting too close to wireless equipment can also affect radio signal quality.

•Adjusting the antennas: Certain areas, such as directly below the antenna, get relatively

poor reception. Moving the antenna slightly may improve your reception. Note : Pointing the antenna toward another wireless component will not improve reception.

Securing your wireless network

Since wireless computer networks use radio signals, it is possible for other wireless network devices outside your immediate area to pick up the wireless signals and either connect to your network or to capture the network traffic.Therefore, you should always enable the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) network encryption key to help prevent unauthorised connections or the possibility of eavesdroppers listening in on your network traffic.

What is WEP?

WEP is a 64-bit or 128 bit encryption key for securing your wireless network communication. Preferably, you should use the highest encryption strength available.Always enter the same key with the same length for all your home network computers and for the Streamium

LCD TV.

Securing your network from Internet access

Check in the documentation of your Wireless Base Station or gateway router whether it provides you with a built-in firewall and network address translation (NAT), providing security for an ‘always-on’ broadband Internet connection that is being shared among the computers and devices on your home network. Computers on an ad-hoc network may share an Internet connection that is set up on one of the computers (ICS). However, a firewall is usually not built-in and you should install one on the computer that is sharing the Internet connection.

What is a firewall?

A firewall acts as a barrier that helps protect your network from outside intruders.The firewall specifies what information can be communicated from the computers on your network to the Internet, and from the Internet to the computers on your network.

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Contents LCD TV Helpline Contents Table of Contents Safety Precautions Important informationAdding files to the Media Manager Installing the softwareStart by installing Philips Media Manager Opening and closing the Media Manager windowConnecting the Streamium LCD TV Option B If you already have a wireless computer networkSwitch on the Streamium LCD TV InstallingIf you do not have a wireless computer network Option a Pressing the Home Link button on the remote controlExplore the Home Link menu on the TV screen See Problem solving on page 19-21, or Contact our help-lineHave fun Wireless Network Name Ssid If you already have a wireless computer network Option BEncryption key See Problem solving on page 19-21, or If you want to make a wired connection Option C Switch on the Streamium LCD TV Option BThrough a wireless base station Enabling broadband Internet entertainmentPressing the Internet button for the first time Registration for free Internet servicesRC Key If you forget your password You will need to go to your PC to perform Steps 2 toSwitching from Streamium mode to FM Radio mode Using the Streamium LCD TVSwitching from Streamium mode to TV mode Switching from Streamium mode to PC modeInternet Basic navigation Press Internet or Home Link button on the remote controlThis is the basic way of navigating through all the menus Additional information Audio/video problems Problem solvingProblem Possible cause PC / Network problems Problem Possible cause SolutionProblems New features as You are using an older Wireless base station isSwitched off Streamium LCD TV Internet access not working Pressing the Internet Check whetherRemote Control Functions of Remote control buttons for Streamium functionsUsing the remote control Direct number key entry Entering or editing numeric and text informationNavigation keys SMS TEXT-style keysNavigation view Jump To number keys on the remote controlAdvanced navigation and advanced Streamium functions Smart Navigation Available for certain versions onlyTrack info Play ViewFor movies Colour buttons barEditing media information and creating playlists Advanced Philips Media Manager usesAbout ‘My.Philips.com’ Managing your Streamium accountOptions menu Main Menu System MenuNetwork menu Preferences menu Static IP settingsParental Level Disclaimer Wired What you need to know about networksAlso known as Direct connection network max. two PCs Wired Network with More than TWO PCsWireless Network with More than TWO PCs Also known as ad-hoc / peer-to-peerAdvanced wireless network information DOs and DON’Ts of securing your wireless network DON’TF66 Entering an encryption keyWEP key conversion table Z7ASetting the encryption key for the Streamium LCD TV Setting the encryption key for your Wireless Network AdapterInternet connection sharing ICS configuration and usage issuesPrefered solution Important notesEnabling Internet Connection Sharing ICS Click ‘OK’ to accept the changed settingsEnabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows XP Enabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows 98SE Click Start, Settings, and Control PanelNext, check your Network properties as follows Enabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows Enabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows MeFollow the instructions on the screen, and enter Movies will not play Advanced Network problem solvingFor Windows XP / Windows Glossary Model PROD. no LCD TV Table of Contents IntroductionPresentation of the LCD Television Remote controlAdjustable stand Rear of set Television keysRemote control keys VolumeInstalling your television set Quick installationProgram sort Other settings in the Install menuManual store Feature settings Picture settingsSound adjustments Description of the adjustmentsFormats Teletext Press You will obtainUsing the radio Using in PC monitor modeSatellite receiver, decoder, CDV, games, etc Connecting peripheral equipmentVideo recorder with decoder To select connected equipmentHeadphones AmplifierTips GlossaryGeneral Points Model PROD. no
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