I can't get a wireless signal from my computer to my bedroom, where I have a TV, Bluray player &amp; DVR. Is this and a patch cable my answer?
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You have 2 options as this device is just a switch not a wireless router. If you have a wireless signal between your wireless router and your bedroom you can get a wireless extender such as a belkin or linksys (I have the linksys) for around $70 that plugs into a power outlet. Easy to set up and it uses the WPS signal button that you press on the extender and the wireless router and it sets up a wirelessEXT signal that you can see in your bedroom. The second option (which I have now as well) if you need a wired connection you can by the TRENDnet powerline adapters (2 of them, normally sold in a set) and one plugs in the wall by your router with an Ethernet cord connected to it(included) and the other one plugs in your wall where you want signal with an Ethernet wired from it (included) to this switch you are looking at, so you can plug in multiple devices. You would only need powerline adapters with one Ethernet port if you use a switch like this, more ports are more expensive. That option was around $25 plus this switch. With these options you don't have to run a long Ethernet cable from router to the bedroom, but if that's how you want to do it, that would work as well.
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C.Tortora, what wireless adapter did you get, if you don't mind me asking? I think the only option for the DMP-BD70V is an ethernet wireless adapter. Any recommendations?
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Sounds to me like you have a weak signal coming into your home. Get a cable technician out to your place with his meter. A weak signal is most likely the problem. Shouldn't cost you nothing.
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I just installed one of these in a home theater system, and in going through the initial set up process, it gave me an option to choose between wired or wireless internet access. Try going back into the set up and see if you maybe chose the wired, rather than wireless. CDA
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I have looked into this before. To hook it up to your TV all you need are the AV cables (red, yellow, white) and the A/V connectoions on the back of TV. As far as hooking it up to the laptop I have been unable to find a way to make that happen. Employees at Fry's Electronics (and I asked oh, probably 7 or 8) all said that it cannot be done (or rather that they were unaware of a way that it could be one). I have been unable to make this happen as of yet. I was looking into trying one of the set of transmitter/relievers they sell on amazon for the drone copters that transmit A/V. I Think they are called Bosco or Fat Shark is the name brand. I'm sure there is a way to make that happen but so far have not found it.
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I cannot establish a connection either. Some devices have very weak wifi receivers, i think this is one. I had to buy a booster for my laptop, I think I need one for this tv as well. Bummer
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Hello BrianThank you for your inquiry. Yes this device would allow for a wireless connection from your DVR and HDTV.
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From my experience this would need a LAN cable or a USB Stick to be able to produce a wifi signal. I will try to check for you in the coming days and will let you know
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Hey Wayne. Really, all it does is take a cable TV or off-the-air TV signal into your PC via a USB port and Windows Media Player, and play it on the screen of your computer monitor. Windows Media Player (or the included player) performs a channel search which checks for available channels, locking them in for your selection and viewing. There is no wireless or networking function to the thing, although I suppose you could set up network streaming and sharing to other computers over a wireless (or ethernet) network just like any other media on your PC. Me, I take the signal from my HDMI-out port on my PC and watch over the air TV on my big screen HDMI-in from my computer. Hope this was helpfull to you. Hey Wayne. Really, all it does is take a cable TV or off-the-air TV signal into your PC via a USB port and Windows Media Player, and play it on the screen of your computer monitor. Windows Media Player (or the included player) performs a channel search which checks for available channels, locking them in for your selection and viewing. There is no wireless or networking function to the thing, although I suppose you could set up network streaming and sharing to other computers over a wireless (or ethernet) network just like any other media on your PC. Me, I take the signal from my HDMI-out... » Read More Hey Wayne. Really, all it does is take a cable TV or off-the-air TV signal into your PC via a USB port and Windows Media Player, and play it on the screen of your computer monitor. Windows Media Player (or the included player) performs a channel search which checks for available channels, locking them in for your selection and viewing. There is no wireless or networking function to the thing, although I suppose you could set up network streaming and sharing to other computers over a wireless (or ethernet) network just like any other media on your PC. Me, I take the signal from my HDMI-out port on my PC and watch over the air TV on my big screen HDMI-in from my computer. Hope this was helpfull to you. « Show Less
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My TV is not a 2013. Its a 50pk750. The wireless receiver uses an HDMI slot and a connection called wireless controler. I mounted the device which is the size of a portable hard drive to the back of my TV and I place the transmitter on my entertainment center just below the wall mounted TV. I had no signal issues and the 1080 was fine. I did not try sending signals accross the room or through a wall. Over all.... I think its great! Weither it word on your TV. IDK. Give it a try if you have the wireless input on the back. Its worth in my opinion.
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The problem is probably signal detection by either your tv or cable box. In newer electronics they use DLNA which means that all your electronics recognize each other's circuitry. Since this device is intended to merely be an analog re-route, chances are that this feature is more than this device is actually able to do. I was hoping that it would be have been able to recognize my DVR also, but depending on the models that you're using some cable or satellite providers may be able to furnish you the component that it is compatible with your set up. But as anything it may cost you. I went to my local electronics store and that was the answer I received from the technician. If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask. Thanks.
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I'm sorry, I can't help you ... I purchased mine to be able to have WiFi access when I rearranged the furniture in my room and couldn't have direct access to my internet cable. I haven't had any problems with it.
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Update: This thread got me wired just now...Wireless is in the works. [ndiswrapper isn't so friendly to this one for some reason - perhaps I nabbed the wrong wireless driver..]http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?p=7409939
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Any wireless g or better adapter should work. I went with a Tivo brand one as to not have to worry about it. You can get refurbished ones on their website for pretty cheap.
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The only thing mine is connected to is the cable box...sorry, I don't have a clue.
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Looks like you have to hook up to the internet via an ethernet cable. I'm going to hold out for a wireless unit.
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I'm not an authority on the kind of router you have...but..it would seem to me that you would be better off using a wireless adapter that also has an ethernet plug. That way, you can reach your computer with the wireless antenna without having to use an ethernet connection, but you can also use the ethernet connection to plug a cable into your TV.