Router For Use With Roku Box - Component Video Options? Any recommendations as to an "n" router that works well with the Roku box? Currently have an old standard Linksys that probably won't do the job. Also, current TV has component video only available - any options on Amazon for alternate to Roku-supplied (and apparently unavailable) adapter cable? Router For Use With Roku Box - Component Video Options? Any recommendations as to an "n" router that works well with the Roku box? Currently have an old standard Linksys that probably... » Read More Router For Use With Roku Box - Component Video Options? Any recommendations as to an "n" router that works well with the Roku box? Currently have an old standard Linksys that probably won't do the job. Also, current TV has component video only available - any options on Amazon for alternate to Roku-supplied (and apparently unavailable) adapter cable? « Show Less
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Ah, well, problem solved, sort of - checked the Roku site again and saw that the top model XDS has component outputs. 'Course, that's a hundred Washingtons. . . the $59.95 dream dies! But maybe it's the way to go, definitely the cleanest solution.Gotta thin' about it, Loosy!
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Thanks for that, Jim! That's about our setup, too, except that the only composite plugs on the back of our Sony TV are in use already - by an old VCR - and I wanted to use one of the set's open component video feed for the Roku. We still occasionally use the VCR for family movies, etc. So I was interested in the DV > component video adapter someone mentioned - since the Roku doesn't have component video outputs. Maybe I'll check Radio Shack or Best Buy.Thanks, Reid
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Reid,We use this AV switch to toggle between DVD/VCR and the Hi Def Converter on one TV input. The Roku is no the other TV input.RCA DT902AV 2-Way A/V Switcher You can also get 4-way (and more) switches.Jim
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Our G router works fine with the Roku HD. We use the composite (red,white,yellow) cable with a 32" tube-type TV.
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Reid,I think that G routers are rated at 52mbps which is much faster than most DSL. We have a nominal 6mbps DSL (maybe 5.3mbps) but I think Roku recommends at least 1.2mbps.
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get the Sony SMP-N100 Network Media Player with Wi-Fi it has most of the channels plus you can stream from your PC and it has component,hdmi and it works great with G router.
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I had a Roku and it was wireless. I sold it and wanted to buy a wired Roku I found out the wired Roku is still wireless. So I bought a Samsung DVD BD-F5100 that does more than the Roku all hard wired so I needed the extra ports the TP-Link worked great.
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Are there any Roku streaming players that support the wired LAN cable going to the TV? According to this article http://www.wired.com/2014/12/make-the-most-of-your-roku/ the streaming stick is supposed to support wireless or wired connection through your TV. Is it only the VUDU edition that doesn't connect thru a wired connection?
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Yes I have! I have a 6 year old Netgear router (need to get a newer one) and a $30-40 CISCO USB wireless adapter plugged into the WD Media Player. My computer is in the back of the house connected to the router/internet.My video streams perfectly, no skipping or buffering, just continuous uninterrupted streaming. I don't know what I can say to help.. You tried the automatic detection? Must be that your network has an issue. Is the YouTube software working but not able to see files on your computer?
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I was just about to post the same question. I really don't want to run an ethernet line over to the player. I've looked at wireless access points but they're not much cheaper than a full blown router. I'm starting to think I'll end up with another wireless router (with 4 or more ports) to use as a bridge to my existing wireless lan. I just really don't want to spend upwards of $100 just to get bdlive.
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From what I saw on another page, from TP Link: Though the speed of the Ethernet port is limited to 100mbps, the data transmission and receiveing between the devices will be approximitaley 500mbps, given the integrity of the circuit. Someone else posted that essentially if you add more than 2 of these in your house, the combined bandwidth could be up to 500mb. In my case, I had a near-wifi dead zone (1 bar, Amazon prime wouldn't stream), and after adding this, and a wifi router I turned into an AP, I can now stream Amazon prime without any issues, via ethernet to my roku, and wifi on my other devices gets MUCH better signal. In short, if you only plan to get 2 of these, you shouldn't need the 500mb ones. If you plan to setup 3+ over your house, and you have a gigabit router already, then go that route. I got these b/c at the time, they were the same price as the 200mb ones. Good luck w/ your purchase!
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Thanks for your post on this discussion regarding wireless connection for this TV. I still have a few questions.When you unhook your gaming adaptor and connect it to TV, you still need to connect your wireless router back to PC. So in that case, will this trick work using two regular wireless routers, one connected to PC and on to TV (after the wep key step)? I am not into gaming, so I don't want to spend a lot on the gmaing adaptor.
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I bought the Roku XD and returned it prompty - it could not connect to a wireless WPA2 network. Check the review on Amazon - there are a lot of negative - and recent - reviews with this complain.
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Better yet, don't get a Roku if you utilise profiles. RCA streamer MAY be worth looking at. But there's a Sony one too. NeoTV is great for the service, but I don't use without connecting directly.
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Yes I have! I have a 6 year old Netgear router (need to get a newer one) and a $30-40 CISCO USB wireless adapter plugged into the WD Media Player. My computer is in the back of the house connected to the router/internet. My video streams perfectly, no skipping or buffering, just continuous uninterrupted streaming. I don't know what I can say to help.. You tried the automatic detection? Must be that your network has an issue. Is the YouTube software working but not able to see files on your computer?
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Quick question; I continue to buy wireless components and was wondering if there is a limit to the number of wireless devices that can connect to this router? I have, computers, playstation, printers, DirectV boxes for several rooms, etc. that are all wireless and I would like to know the limtations of this device. Thanks in advance. ~ Gunner
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I just returned the roku 2 xs and purchased the original xs. I noticed the roku hd in my living room buffering after I added the roku 2 to my tv in the tv room. Never had that problem before. The roku2 also buffered or dropped movies. Roku 2 didnt play PlayOn channels that I watch a lot. The Angry Birds game didnt work well on my roku2. My daughter has the roku hd for a 55 in. projection type tv and has no problem at all with hers. IMO, no need to upgrade to roku2. I did like the fact you can add a micro sd card to the roku2 for more channels but the negatives for me outweighted that. Love my roku though! I just returned the roku 2 xs and purchased the original xs. I noticed the roku hd in my living room buffering after I added the roku 2 to my tv in the tv room. Never had that problem before. The roku2 also buffered or dropped movies. Roku 2 didnt play PlayOn channels that I watch a lot. The Angry Birds game didnt work well on my roku2. My daughter has the roku hd for a 55 in. projection type tv and has no problem at all with hers. IMO, no need to upgrade to roku2. I did like the fact you can add a micro sd card to the roku2 for more channels but the negatives for me outweighted that. Love... » Read More I just returned the roku 2 xs and purchased the original xs. I noticed the roku hd in my living room buffering after I added the roku 2 to my tv in the tv room. Never had that problem before. The roku2 also buffered or dropped movies. Roku 2 didnt play PlayOn channels that I watch a lot. The Angry Birds game didnt work well on my roku2. My daughter has the roku hd for a 55 in. projection type tv and has no problem at all with hers. IMO, no need to upgrade to roku2. I did like the fact you can add a micro sd card to the roku2 for more channels but the negatives for me outweighted that. Love my roku though! « Show Less
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Not sure about the Roku's connections, but I'll tell you how my media server is connected. I put an hdmi adapter into the pc to send video to the TV, then sent the audio into the AUX input of the SC-BTT195. When I'm on the media server, I have to change the TV Audio input in the settings from ARC to AUX. It's a little clumsier than I like but it gets the job done and I have great video and audio.
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I have another router set up on a table so I don't know which table would work best for this kit. I'm sure that you know this already but which ever table you decide to buy make sure that it has a universal adapter so that your router will fit properly to the table.
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A Roku box is unnecessary, according to my relative who received this TV from me as gift. last year we gave him the Roku box for use with his old set, so I believe he knows from personal experience. Can't help with the how to part. Sorry.
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Cheryl, can you tell me what type of connections you have on the back of the tv? I connected my roku via two RCA inputs for sound and one RCA input for video.
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Hello from Medialink, This router does work with Roku players. There have been many reports of people having trouble with Roku's WiFi in general but nothing specifically tied to the Medialink router. Thanks, Medialink Customer Support 856-216-8222 support@medialinkproducts.com