Broadband network connection

The following services can be used when this unit is connected to the internet via a broadband connection.

≥Firmware can be updated (> 31) ≥You can enjoy the BD-Live (> 17) ≥You can enjoy the VIERA CAST (> 30)

Internet

The unit

LAN (10/100)

Straight LAN cable

(not included)

Telecommunications equipment (modem, etc.)

Broadband router, etc.

≥Use shielded LAN cables when connecting to peripheral devices.

≥With installation where your broadband modem is connected directly to your PC, a router must be installed.

≥Use a router that supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX.

≥In case all available connection on your router is being used, a hub or switch can be installed to provide additional connections.

≥When operating the VIERA CAST, use high-speed internet service no less than 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) and 6 Mbps for HD (High Definition) picture quality by your local broadband company.

jIf using slow Internet connection, the video may not be displayed correctly.

≥Depending on a contract with your local broadband company, it may be generating communication charges.

≥After physically connecting this unit to your broadband connection, some configuration is required. (D right)

≥Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN terminal can damage the unit.

Network settings

These settings are used if you connect this unit to the Internet.

≥The connection to the Internet may take time or the Internet may not be connected depending on the connection environment. (> 29)

It is required that you use a broadband connection.

Preparation

≥Connect to a broadband network. (D left)

Testing of “IP Address/DNS Settings”

Always test the connection when a LAN cable is connected.

1 Press [SETUP].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Network” and press [OK].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “IP Address/DNS Settings” and press [OK].

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Connection Test” and press [OK].

IP Address/DNS Settings

 

Connection Test



IP Address Auto Configuration (DHCP)

On

IP Address

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Subnet Mask

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Default Gateway

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DNS Auto Configuration (DHCP)

On

Primary DNS

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Secondary DNS

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Auto Detect Connection Speed

On

Connection Speed Setting



OK

 

RETURN

 

“Testing”: The test is in progress.

“Pass”: The connection is completed. Press [RETURN] to exit.

“Fail”: Please check the connection and settings. (> 29)

≥Perform the “Connection Test” also when any change was made to the “IP Address/DNS Settings”.

≥If the connection test fails, it may be necessary to set the MAC address of this unit at the router side. The MAC address can be displayed by pressing [SETUP] and selecting “Network”.

Network

IP Address/DNS Settings

Proxy Server Settings

Network Service

MAC Address: xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx

OK

RETURN

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