So, do I have to hook any cords up to this box, or can I just run using wifi?
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As said, it connects to your existing wi-fi connection. However, it does have a LAN port as well so in the future if you ever do want to run a ethernet cord to it you can. I have mine connected over wi-fi about 125' from the router (only going through one wall) and the signal strength is perfect.
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You are very welcome Melissa. The only thing you have to hook up to the repeater is an ethernet cord from the repeater to the adapter inside. That supplies the repeater with the power to run it. It's called power over ethernet. (POE) You only need 25' to 50' long enough to go from the repeater to the adapter inside. If there is anything else I can help you with like the setup or configuration, let me know.............Neal
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Hello Melissa, you can use this through wifi. All you have to do is connect to it with your laptop wifi, then bring up a browser and enter an IP address of 192.168.5.220 in your address bar. From there you can configure your smart repeater. You can also use the CD enclosed to set it up. One thing to remember is that once the repeater restarts, you have to reconnect to it with your laptop. Thanks for your interest..........Neal
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No cords but the electric plug, runs off wifi. I had no probleums setting it up, it took about 20 minutes for me.
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You can run it using wi-fi. It needs power but not a LAN connection. Once it is set up right, it works great, but as others have said, setting it up is not a quick thing and for me required three lengthy conversations with Indian tech support. They knew what they were doing but it wasn't fun.
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Hello Melissa, you can use this through wifi. All you have to do is connect to it with your laptop then bring up a browser and enter an IP address of 192.168.5.220 in your address bar. from there you can configure with your smart repeater. You can also use the CD enclosed to set it up.
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Hi Melissa its exactly like the others have said. I use this on a ship as a reapeater and have had a very good experience with it. When the ship goes to other ports all i do is connect to it and change where i am getting the signal from takes about 10 minutes and i have internet again. It has a very strong signal and will transmit though steel at least enoufh for me to use it.
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If you looking to pull off just Ethernet it needs to be powered. Some directv boxes power the device via the coax so the ac adapter is not required
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You need an cat5 ethernet cord. I also found the system quite buggy. Would probably gotten something else. Also wouldnt do the update but leave it as is? Troublesome but attractive hardware.
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I don't have cable or direct connected to it. It has to have a router to function. I have mine running wi-fi from my router through my Onkyo THX reciever. I use the Cat/Sat input on my network A/V receiver. And have the NSZ-GT1 connected to the Blu-Ray HDMI input. This thing is awesome!
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The receiver has only a wired Ethernet port, but there are two ways to not have to run an Ethernet cable all the way to the router. You can easily buy a cheap wifi bridge that would plug into the Ethernet port and provide an antenna to connect to your wireless network with no drivers needed (Many cheap/used wifi routers can also be put into bridge mode to serve the same purpose). I am using powerline networking to carry the network from the router into the nearest power outlet, and then out of the power outlet by the home entertainment cabinet to a switch that serves all components that need Internet. The receiver has only a wired Ethernet port, but there are two ways to not have to run an Ethernet cable all the way to the router. You can easily buy a cheap wifi bridge that would plug into the Ethernet port and provide an antenna to connect to your wireless network with no drivers needed (Many cheap/used wifi routers can also be put into bridge mode to serve the same purpose). I am using powerline networking to carry the network from the router into the nearest power outlet, and then out of the power outlet by the home entertainment cabinet to a switch that serves all components that... » Read More The receiver has only a wired Ethernet port, but there are two ways to not have to run an Ethernet cable all the way to the router. You can easily buy a cheap wifi bridge that would plug into the Ethernet port and provide an antenna to connect to your wireless network with no drivers needed (Many cheap/used wifi routers can also be put into bridge mode to serve the same purpose). I am using powerline networking to carry the network from the router into the nearest power outlet, and then out of the power outlet by the home entertainment cabinet to a switch that serves all components that need Internet. « Show Less
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You can hook this directly to the modem. However, if you still do not get the signal strength needed, you may need an amplifier. The antenna itself is not powered.
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if your talking about the internet ,yea you can use an Ethernet cord from your DSL or what ever you use. If you don't have wifi
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Yes. Read instructions, which lead you through a wireless setup. Interactive instruction.
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I can't answer the question, but I share it. Does this pick up antenna signal, or do I need a separate antenna for that? Also, since there is only an hdmi and rca input, how do I get from the wall to the box?
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You should as I do. The setup is pretty simple. Instructions are provided. You're device will need to be truly equipped with wi-fi capabilities. If it's a device that enables smart apps on your tv, those usually still require an ethernet connection to a modem or a device like this. But this will at least provide a remote hard wire access point in those situations.
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Actually what Im trying to figure out is how to actually connect to that wifi connection. HOw do I hook up to it with my PC? Or do I actually need something to plug into my laptop that picks up the signal. Im not sure if the tiny laptop I have will automatically pick up a wifi signal if there is one in the area, or If I have to buy some kind of device to hook up to it. And if I need a device, I wouldnt even begin to know what Im looking for.
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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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Yes. You need to have wifi or to connect it to a router with an ethernet cable.
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you don't need the internet to run the box by itself. As far as I know the Rubio built in guide will work with out the internet. however, if you need to update software for either Rubio or channel master you will need the internet.
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the cords are designed to connect to the box and the box is connected to the TV we use a HDMI converter to hook the box to the tv only because we have a HDMI tv. I hope that helps
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You can do either wireless or cable attached. I have mine attached by cable.
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Heck if I know. Seems kinda long run. That's what the wifi is for. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. I'm not too savvy on this technology.