One reviewer said it won't stream Netflix, is that true? If my laptop can, why can't I stream from the laptop to the projector?
1090702
It streams everything very well as long as it is dark you have a strong Wifi connection. I have never had an issue and I stream through a blue ray player.
1090703
Don't have that problem at all. I personally made the purchase for the express reason to stream Netflix. I have the Chromecast and cable box connected to the HDMI via a splitter, Laptop connected to the VGA, blue ray connected to the RCA and all is well. I use this device now more than my LCD Tv and I'm extremely satisfied. Not one problem with everyday use and heavy usage on the weekends. 1 month thus far.
548485
Not sure what your error is, just got mine today and did an update. netflix was fine. I got netflix to work on my old ps3, wii and now this. Setup is awkward where you have to get info from your blu-ray player and look onto the computer, back and forth, but I got it done and it works fine. The PS3 layout is way better, you can search for movie, here all you get is what is in your queue.
1871731
NO. You cannot access Netflix or create a link that will work. I have spent some time on this and the only streaming sites I could reach were mostly the built-in chinese sites. Do not count on the manual either to help you, it is one of the least useful I have seen for such product, documenting the obvious, and silent on the rest.
452562
I used to have this device and it's very good for the price, I played 1080p movies without issues, netflix and such. I have also used VLC to play video and music files from a shared drive on a PC, I understand it's not the same as streaming movies from a NAS, however I do think VLC has that capability, so I don't see why it would not work.
1153060
It plays discs fine. However I did have a problem to where I tried playing a DVD and it was picking it up. Like It was acting like there was nothing in it. Now streaming from Netflix is the biggest problem. It will shut off in the middle of your show or movie and cut off at the end of each show. I've been through 2 and I don't recommend it.
1184870
I just got a PS3 and the streaming Netflix feature is only by way of inserting a Disc provided from Netflix which uses BD live to stream the content (from what I've read). It may be specific to the PS3, but it would be worth it to pop that disc into the Sony S560 and see if it can do it the same way. This disc is free from Netflix to customers by requesting one at www.netflix.com/PS3Someone try it out and post back here. If it works, I would consider getting this unit for the bedroom.
1978349
I am sorry you are having problems. I also ordered this projector, but promptly sent it back as I was dissatisfied with it. I recommend you do the same. I ordered a different model and am very happy with it. I use it for Keynote presentations as well as showing movies. I could never have done that with this model you have. I then ordered the Optoma W303, yes, more expensive, but IMHO well worth it. As they say, "you get what you pay for, if you don't pay much, you don't get much".
239379
No, it won't run Netflix, I've tried several times to use the regular app and the modded app that doesn't require identifying your device, I just can't get it to run, un-modded app says bad batch files and the modded version just crashes. As for running movies yes it will if you have a non-drm movie available, such as a ripped from dvd or "home" movie.
1344077
I doubt it. It will not stream Netflix. I gave up on the device and no longer use it. I would not recommend it to anyone.
125613
I am a novice on 42lv5500 or any hdtv but I am interested in rec. Netflix in both streaming and disc format, is it possible?Is it easy to set up and operate?Is the picture as clear as in store LED?Jim
1775363
Sure you can plug in your laptop to connect to internet and watch netflix. You can do that with pretty much all lcds nowadays. As long as you connect your laptop, you can watch whatever is from your laptop. I bought the LN46B640 (grey bezel) from best buy for $999 which is a s slight improvement from this model and it looks amazing. Instead of connecting your laptop to watch netflix, you should look into purchasing a blu-ray with netflix capabilities because they are cheap nowadays.
1514811
I have noticed that the streaming rates from various vendors are not the same. Netflix has a real problem with providing 3-D movie downloads as well. It could be your internet provider too. Some of them limit the data rates available to their customers. A quick easy check to make sure your TV is working is to try a DVD input. If the picture is okay, then the TV is working fine. Then, go complain to your internet provider or service. Hope this helps.....
654974
I have tested Netflix video from my Android tablet with no issues. Music from the same device is also not an issue and works great. From my Chromebook is a problem, stuttering etc.
1246697
Streaming the netflix isnt the greatest though. I have had good luck with my wireless internet connection through my playstation 3, but the selection on netflix is horrible. It doesn't do me any good to have the entire setup when I can only download about 5% of the netflix inventory. For example, of the netflix top 100 movies, you can only stream 6 of those movies to your TV. The other 94 movies are available to be shipped on DVD, but not the direct stream to your TV. The concept of direct streaming is misleading, just giving you a heads up!!!
561657
I know you can do a direct connection to the computer because I work from home and that's how I have it wired. I've never tried to play Netflix off of it because I use the xbox/ps3 for that. But I have no problems with the direct connection with the ethernet cord to the computer.
1692704
Mine works great for Netflix, don't use it for much anything else unless I'm bored or curious to see what else is online to watch. For an older unit it still hangs in there with some newer models and plays just about anything, I use the PS3 media server to stream movies that wouldn't otherwise play thru smart media or usb. I haven't seen any updates for the firmware since I got mine, but that may not be unusual since I haven't seen any problems other than some codecs that don't play unless streaming them from a PC.
1764833
Yes, but it failed to work when i tried to stream movies off netflix, it worked for a few seconds and then it stopped completely