Over the past few decades, the television has been the center of family entertainment. Once upon a time there were very few channels, and there was practically nothing to watch on them. Technology gradually improved, new standards appeared, the number of channels increased, and characteristics improved. Bulky cathode ray tube televisions were replaced by thin plasma panels.
A TV can do a lot more features than it seemed
In parallel with all this, the Internet was actively developing, and television in its usual form began to fade into the background. All more people began to gather information and watch movies online. Thus, there was a need to radically change something in the television industry. And one of these changes was the invention of smart television - Smart TV.
By by and large, with its introduction, the use of television went beyond watching TV channels. Big number modern models have either a port for wired Internet or a Wi-Fi module. Now you can go online, watch movies, videos and even TV channels. Appear various services, allowing you to receive all content from the network.
Many users, having purchased such a model, do not know about its network capabilities. Therefore, let’s figure out how to connect a TV to the Internet. Settings differ for different manufacturers, but the principle is the same for everyone.
Wired connection
The cable connection is considered the most stable and is not interfered with by any interference. To do this, you will need a network cable and a router. The only drawback is the need to stretch the cable across the room. Therefore, if possible, place the access point closer to the TV.
Ethernet cable
Automatic IP acquisition
Usually the router distributes IP addresses automatically. If you are already using it on a PC, connect the TV and router via a network cable, plugging one end into the TV connector and the opposite end into the LAN port of the access point. If everything is successful, the system will notify you of a successful connection. In selective cases, the procedure should be started manually. To do this, in the network settings, click “Configure Internet” and wait until the settings are received and saved. Try watching movies on YouTube to see if it works.
Manual connection setup
Sometimes it may happen that the connection failed. After connecting the network cable, go to the network settings section. The screen should display the parameters received from the router. If the Internet does not work with them and you cannot watch movies, use the router’s web interface in the “MAC Address Filtering” section to assign a permanent IP for the TV. In TV settings, select " Manual setting", dial the data from the router. Save the settings and check if it works.
PowerLine adapters (PLC)
You don't want to spoil appearance rooms after renovation, but you can’t move the router closer? Use a pair of PowerLine adapters. With their help, you can connect the TV to the router via the mains without the need to lay a cable across the entire room. Plug one adapter into a power outlet and connect to the access point via a network cable. Plug another adapter into the second socket and connect it to the TV. The required conditions are to plug directly into an outlet, not into an extension cord, and that no electrical equipment is connected between the adapters. Among the disadvantages is the rather high price, the average price of one device is at least 1000 rubles.
Wireless connection
Built-in Wi-Fi
Smart TVs are equipped with a Wi-Fi module. To watch movies online, you don’t need to run a cable; you just need to set up a Wi-Fi network at home and connect. Go to the TV menu, select “Network settings”. After launching the setup wizard, select “Wireless connection”, use the remote control to select a Wi-Fi network, enter the password and click “Connect”. Actually, there is nothing complicated, the whole procedure will take a maximum of a couple of minutes. Again, if for some reason the TV was unable to pick up the assigned IP, enter it manually as described in the previous paragraph.
In addition, you can connect to Wi-Fi via WPS. Press the button on the router, check the corresponding item in the TV menu. You don't have to enter any password, the network will be detected automatically.
External Wi-Fi
Older models may not have built-in Wi-Fi. In this case, you will have to purchase an external adapter. It doesn't cost very much. Check out the characteristics of the device, since not all models are able to function with all TVs. This Wi-Fi adapter looks like a flash drive and is inserted into the USB port of the TV. After the system recognizes it, configure the device by analogy with the previous point.
Additional router
How to connect a TV to the Internet if it is not possible to buy a Wi-Fi adapter, and the main router is quite weak and a weak signal reaches the TV? You can expand the connection using a secondary router. Buy the cheapest model. Set the main router to automatically assign an IP; in the settings of the second router, select “Dynamic IP”. The auxiliary router will also act as an amplifier. After the settings, connect the second Wi-Fi router to the TV via cable. You already know how to set it up. After all the installations, watching movies will become very easy.
Conclusion
Now you know how to connect your TV to the Internet. We have reviewed different ways. There is nothing complicated in any of them. Look at your capabilities and equipment location features. Better and easier to configure modern models with built-in Wi-Fi.
Considering that viewing content will consume a lot of Internet channel resources, take care of a high-speed tariff plan, as well as sufficient router power. Make sure to position the equipment correctly so that nothing interferes with signal reception. If possible, we recommend creating a connection via cable. This is the most reliable option.
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The so-called SMART TV – smart TVs – have been on the market for a long time. Their peculiarity is that in addition to broadcasting the usual television, they have access to the Internet. By connecting to special network resources, such a TV is enriched with additional functionality - weather forecast, you tube, fitness, zoomby, Skype, and a huge number additional programs. And, of course, a simple Internet browser for regular Internet surfing. But after purchasing, the TV must be configured to access the network, and since in most cases the home computer is also connected to the Internet, this article will teach you how to connect a TV through a router.
Depending on the manufacturer, smart TVs have different connection interfaces, which can be divided into the following categories:
USB port. It serves to connect external hard drives, flash drives, USB Wi-Fi adapters (more expensive models equipped with built-in Wi-Fi);
Ethernet port. This port is used to connect a wired network via a twisted pair network cable (patch cord);
HDMI port. It is used to transmit high definition video (Full HD resolution);
D-SUB connector for working as a computer monitor.
Of course, you cannot do without the usual RF in antenna input for cable television. Recently, they began to abandon outdated SCART ports, CI slots and composite connectors (bells).
Connection to the router
So we have the following diagram– the apartment includes an ADLS channel, the connector of which is connected to some multi-port router, to which a computer is connected to access the Internet. The router is equipped with a Wi-Fi adapter. Our goal is to connect the TV to this router so that both the TV and the computer (or several computers, it doesn’t matter) can access the network.
home network
There are at least two connection options - via an Ethernet port (wired) or via Wi-Fi (wireless). Let's look at the wired connection first.
Ethernet TV connection
We take the router in our hands and look at the back panel.
Rear panel of the router
Finding LAN ports. They are usually signed.
Attention! The back panel of your particular router may differ from the one shown here, it all depends on the manufacturer and model, but you always need to look for the LAN port; all models have it.
It may happen that there is only one LAN port, and it is already occupied. In this case, we use a hub and a switch to “multiply” the port.
Patch cord
We turn on both devices. On the remote remote control TV, press the “Settings” button. Select the “Network” menu item, then the “Network setup: wired” submenu.
Setting up a wired network, step 1
Click “Ok” on the remote control and move on to the second step – setting the TV’s network address.
Setting up a wired network, step 2
The IP address can also be configured manually, but this is only necessary in rare cases when the computer network requires it (static address, non-standard subnet mask, etc.). If there are no such requirements, then feel free to set the “Auto IP configuration” mode, and the TV itself will coordinate its address with the router without your participation.
The same applies to the DNS server - we leave it on auto-configuration. Click "OK".
That's it, the wired connection is established, you can access the Internet directly from the TV by launching the built-in web browser.
Wi-Fi TV connection
But it is much more convenient to install a wireless Wi-Fi network. It is more convenient in many respects - there are no wires spoiling the interior, setup is done without getting up from the couch, in some cases the transmission speed is higher (standard “n”). Let's look at how to connect a TV to a router via Wi-Fi.
First of all, check the instructions for your TV to see if it is equipped with a Wi-Fi wireless module. If yes, you’re lucky; if not, you need to purchase a separate Wi-Fi adapter.
Wi-Fi adapter for smart TV
We connect it to any USB smart TV adapter.
Setting up a wireless network, step 1
The TV will offer several options for further settings.
Setting up a wireless network, step 2
There are three options in total:
“Setting from a list of access points (AP).” This option requires knowledge of your access point, since when choosing it you will need to enter the name of the wireless network and additional parameters;
“Easy installation (WPS button mode).” The most convenient continuation of setup. When you select it, the TV itself will begin searching for all available Wi-Fi networks, from a list of which you can choose the one you need;
"Network configuration ". Direct connection of the TV to your home computer without Internet access. For example, to watch movies or photos stored on a computer.
When you select the second item, a list of available networks will appear, select the required one.
Setting up a wireless network, step 3
If the wireless network is protected by a password, a window will appear asking you to enter it.
Setting up a wireless network, step 4
Click "OK". That's it, the wireless connection is established.
Connection difficulties
In this section, we will look at the possible difficulties of connecting via Wi-Fi.
The first possible problem is that you can’t set up Wi-Fi. To troubleshoot, take any wireless device (laptop, smartphone, tablet) and install it on it software to connect your TV directly to it. This software is on the TV installation disk, or can be downloaded from the manufacturer’s website. For example, for Samsung TV such a program is called AllShare. After installing the software, we try to connect directly to the TV (third item in the menu). If it works, Wi-Fi is fine; if not, the conclusion suggests itself.
The second reason is that on some TV models the automatic network search function is disabled. Please read the instructions carefully and check this parameter.
The third reason is that the network is installed, but there is no Internet access. Check the DHCP server on the router, try disabling it and setting the TV to a manual IP address - IP address 192.168.1.2, subnet mask 255.255.255.0, gateway #router address#.
Reason three - make sure that the purchased Wi-Fi adapter is really compatible with your TV model.
And the last, universal advice - try turning off and turning on both the TV and the router, sometimes it helps to adequately detect each other.
Additionally, you can familiarize yourself with the settings in the video lesson:
Today, the reality is that when purchasing a new generation TV with the Smart TV function, it is impossible to say that it is “very smart”. Only access to the global network will provide “intellectual” capabilities. Therefore, the question of how to connect Smart TV to the Internet arises immediately after purchase. This is quite easy and simple to do.
There are three key ways connection to the World Wide Web, depending on the means used for this. All that remains is to consider them in detail. And also study the instructions for performing basic actions.
Note! Before connecting Smart TV to the Internet, regardless of the type, it is important to know the main indicators:
- Internet speed provided by the provider;
- wireless signal quality;
- in the radio channel the speed of the router.
Actually, they affect the quality of television display with high resolution Pictures.
What speed will be required for the TV broadcast to be uninterrupted and meet the stated standards? To watch 3D movies online, you will need a minimum Internet speed of 20 Mbit/s, and for regular HD resolution, 2 Mbit/s will be enough. That is, proportionality must be observed; the higher the image standard, the greater the intended speed.
Direct connection to the network via cable
This type of connecting the TV to the Internet implies an initial binding to the MAC address of the device with the Smart TV function. This will require the following steps:
- go to settings and find information about the product. Typically, this list indicates all the specifications, including the MAC address;
- make a call to technical support provider company and report the change of old Internet channel data to new ones.
A wired connection, in turn, can be accomplished in several ways.
"Internet - TV"
In this case, no problems should arise if the network connection technology is “Dynamic IP”. Then it will be enough to insert the cable into the LAN port of the TV screen and, following the automatic prompts, adjust the network.
If the TV monitor does not connect to the Internet after standard manipulations, then most likely the system provides “Statistical IP”. In such cases, the network is configured manually. For greater clarity, it is worth analyzing the installation of IP and DNS on Samsung TV:
- after connecting to the cable, the system in “Network Settings” will display a similar message - “Could not establish a wired network connection”;
- then in the same section you need to select “IP Settings” and change the value from “Receive automatically” to “Enter manually”;
- In the window that appears, enter the appropriate IP and DNS. Then all you have to do is click on the “Ok” icon.
As a result, the adjustment of the wired network connection and the TV connection to the Internet will be successfully completed.
“Internet – Switch – TV”
If you are considering the option when you don’t need to work on a PC or laptop while watching TV channels, then a switch will do in this situation. This is a switching device between Internet stream consumers. Its cost is low, which is attractive. But, when there is a need to use all devices simultaneously, the following more popular scheme is suitable.
“Internet – Router – TV”
The connection sequence is such that the network cable is inserted into the WAN port of the router, and then the TV device is connected to it using a pressed twisted pair cable.
In order for the “connection” for Smart TV to be established automatically, you must first debug the DHCP server. It is he who mechanically transfers IP and assigns DNS. If this is not done, then all options will have to be performed manually.
It is important to know! To avoid conflicts in the operation of the DHCP server, be sure to reserve a single IP address in advance for all devices connected to the router via cable.
Internet connection via Wi-Fi (built-in)
If the TV device has a built-in Wi-Fi adapter, then this makes it easier to connect to the network and does not clutter up the space with many wires. It’s just that, again, you should first “dynamically” configure DHCP with a single IP for all gadgets. Then all you have to do is go through the options sequentially:
- “Menu” – “Network” – “Network settings”;
- The “Start” button, which will search for all routers.
- Then you need to select a personal router from the list and click “Next”.
- Enter the security key (matches the router password and is at least 8 characters long).
After which the connection is checked and its immediate implementation takes place. If everything went well, then the wireless network is installed. But if it was not possible to implement everything so smoothly, then you will have to return to the initial stage and adjust everything manually.
Connection via a special external Wi-Fi receiver
The method is suitable for those who save space and do not want to “clutter” it with cables, and if the TV does not have a built-in Wi-Fi adapter.
For this purpose, it will be useful to purchase an external Wi-Fi receiver; its only drawback is the overpriced one.
Interesting fact! A certain Smart TV model will only work with a similar branded set-top box.
And finally, connect to the Internet via WiFi ( external type) is done easily using a USB connector. By inserting the adapter into it, debugging wireless connection works similarly to tuning with a built-in receiver.
As you can see, it is not difficult to implement a “connection” between a smart TV and the World Wide Web. You just need to know the sequence of actions, but sometimes try experimenting with the functions.
The process of connecting television equipment to the World Wide Web does not require special skills and experience; anyone can handle this work. In many ways, the procedure has been simplified by equipment manufacturers who produce high-quality devices with a simple setup system and an intuitive interface. It is very easy to figure out how to connect your TV to the Internet.
Smart TVs have a direct connection to the Internet; they are equipped with a special platform, as well as a wide package of pre-installed applications, including a browser. For example, models running on the Android operating system provide the ability to download software from Google Play.
How do TVs without Smart TV connect to the Internet? Even the most ordinary plasma TV you can connect to the Internet, for this you need to first purchase a special one. There are several ways to connect to the Internet, let's look at the main ones to find out which option is the most effective.
What will connecting your TV to the Internet give you?
Why spend yours free time on this? The fact is that having access to the World Wide Web opens up an extensive list of additional opportunities for the user:
- playing media content online;
- Internet surfing;
- video calls via Skype and various instant messengers;
- launching applications and video games;
- watching sports broadcasts, news, TV shows, etc.
As you can see, connecting an LG TV to the Internet or a device from another manufacturer is definitely worth it. Because then you will be able to fully use the functionality of the technology. Naturally, you first need to choose a connection method, which will be discussed further.
If the TV does not connect to the Internet, and you have followed all the suggested instructions exactly, then contact the specialists who are involved in the setup - they will solve the problem.
What you need to connect
In addition to TV, you will need the following:
- Internet connection;
- instructions for the TV;
- router;
- network cable (if the TV does not have Wi-Fi).
If you have all this, then you can use one of two available ways connecting TV to the Internet. Let's look at them. The direct method is characterized by additional difficulties, since it involves connecting an Internet cable to an Ethernet connector - after all, it needs to be beautifully connected to the TV.
An alternative option is a wireless connection (Wi-Fi). Naturally, this method is considered simpler and more accessible. Cables won't get in the way.
Connection via cable
Of course, you can connect the Internet to your TV by simply inserting the cable into the appropriate connector. However, if you are required to enter a login and password, as well as additional server data, the web pages will not load. All modern models of television equipment have a network connection system that is almost similar to a computer, but there are still certain differences. Therefore, it is wiser to connect a router to the TV. How to connect a TV to the Internet via a modem?
Step-by-step instructions for connecting your TV to the Internet via a router:
- Purchase and connect a router, if this has not been done previously.
- Connect the Internet cable to the WAN connector located on the router.
- Next, you need to configure the router so that it connects to the Internet. This process depends on your ISP and router model. To do this, you need to connect to the router via a computer or laptop, using another Ethernet cable or via Wi-Fi. To open the settings panel, you usually need to enter the combination of numbers 192.168.1.1 (0.1.) in the address bar of the browser.
- When the router is configured and the devices connected to it (computer, laptop, smartphone) access the Internet, you can start connecting the TV.
- We take a network cable and connect one end to the LAN connector of the TV, and the other to one of the free inputs on the router.
- When the two-way patch cord is connected, the corresponding load indicator on the router corresponding to the selected port will light up.
- When everything is done correctly, you can start programming the TV.
- We go to the main menu by pressing the corresponding button on the remote control (Menu or Keypad).
- Open the “Network” section and select the “Network Settings” subsection.
- Select the connection mode, in our case “Connect via cable” or “LAN”.
Actually, at this point the connection process can be considered complete. All you have to do is wait for the automatic direct connection setup to complete and click “OK”.
Connect via Wi-Fi
Wireless connection – best option. In principle, the algorithm for connecting a TV via a Wi-Fi adapter is the same as in the case of a cable. With the exception of a few important nuances:
- there is no need to run an Ethernet cable from the router to the LAN port of the TV;
- During the software setup process, you must select a wireless connection for a Samsung, LG TV or device from any other manufacturer.
Television equipment manufacturers strongly recommend giving preference to this option. Why? Let's find out now.
Firstly, you can connect additional devices, such as a tablet or smartphone. Synchronizing equipment will make the process of use even more convenient and practical. Secondly, you don’t have to run the cable across your entire apartment or house. Thirdly, if you crimp the cable incorrectly, failures may occur. In the case of a wireless connection, this is completely excluded.
How to connect the Internet on a TV via Wi-Fi if you have a login and password? Almost always, after setting up the television equipment and selecting the connection type, a window appears on the screen in which you need to specify a login and password. It would seem that what is so difficult here? But what if you don’t have a remote control keyboard at hand? Although modern TVs will display a keyboard, and you can use it to enter data, this is not very convenient.
To connect Smart TV to the Internet via Wi-Fi, use WPS. The essence of this algorithm is to confirm the connection without a login and password. When the authorization window appears, click on the thin button on the back of the router, it’s called WPS. As a result, authorization will be confirmed without entering a password.
Connecting a TV without Smart TV
If you want to set up access to the World Wide Web on a regular TV, then you may encounter certain problems. This applies not only to the implementation process, but also to additional financial costs. However, it is still possible to achieve results.
The best option is to purchase a Smart set-top box, which has its own operating system. As a result, a regular TV will become “smart”. The cost of upgrading depends on the box you choose.
Naturally, the most popular are consoles running on the Android OS. Firstly, they are distinguished by their low price. Secondly, they are more familiar to domestic users. A more expensive and high-quality solution is Apple TV.
As for the process of attaching a set-top box, it is quite simple:
- Connect the device to the network.
- We connect the TV and TV box using an HDMI cable.
- Press “Search for external source” on the remote control and select the connected device.
- Setting up a network connection.
The software setup procedure directly depends on which set-top box the user chooses. They differ not only in hardware characteristics, but also in functionality and the number of pre-installed applications.
Using the set-top box, we connect to the Wi-Fi router. If you need to specify a username and password, then log in using the WPS button. Although it is much easier to enter authorization data in the set-top box.
How to connect a TV to the Internet without a set-top box? Whether it's LG, Samsung or another, it doesn't matter. If you don't want to spend money on a purchase additional equipment– prefixes, then you should consider alternative options. For example, or to a computer using HDMI.
The functionality will be similar to that of Smart TV, but you will save significantly on financial costs, since the average cost of an HDMI cable is 150-250 rubles. It’s no wonder that most users consider this method of connecting a regular TV to the Internet to be the most effective.
Today, more and more electronic devices are acquiring intelligence and becoming indispensable assistants person in solving ordinary everyday problems. Since the operation of any smart functions depends on downloading information from external servers (video content, pictures, photos), using Smart-TV on Samsung, Philips, Sony, LG is impossible without an Internet connection. The article will tell you how to connect your TV to the Internet and prepare the operating system for use.
Old (CRT) models of television devices do not have the ability to directly connect to the World Wide Web and require the use of special smart set-top boxes like , while most modern TV devices have chipsets that support direct access to the Internet. Connecting such models can be done using one of the methods presented below.
We use a LAN cable
It’s worth saying right away that cable connection is the most complex connection method and requires the user to the largest number effort. But this method will help a lot if the TV does not see the Wi-Fi access point.
To connect to the network, you will have to install an additional cable into the room - the so-called twisted pair cable. An Ethernet channel cannot be divided into several digital streams and serve more than one device at a time (a network hub can help with this problem and provides alternating data transfer).
Laying the necessary wires at the construction stage or repair work does not provide one hundred percent guarantee of connection success. Some domestic providers work with network standards (use fiber optic communications), which are not supported by every smart TV model (for example, L2T is incompatible with Korean equipment).
The only advantage of using a cable is the quality of the Internet connection. The wired channel creates minimal amount noise, which has a beneficial effect on the speed of information exchange.
So, to connect you need:
- Insert the Ethernet cable into the LAN port of the television set.
- In the network connection settings, select “Wired” type.
- Wait until the parameters are saved and reboot the TV.
In some cases, you will need to contact the provider's technical support with a request to register the MAC address of the TV device in the registry. The identifier is used to protect the subscriber from unauthorized access.
Via router
If the TV is unable to connect to the network wirelessly, you can use the LAN port of the router (ADSL modem). It will distribute WiFi to the TV device not over the air, but through an Ethernet cable.
Among the advantages of the method:
- Ease of implementation. If the apartment already has a router with a wireless Internet connection, then the user just needs to connect the TV and the router with a regular patch cord. No manipulations with additional peripherals and registration of the new device in the provider’s registry are required.
- Easy to use. The owner will not experience any discomfort due to the “busy” network. Wireless WiFi distribution and wired Ethernet connection of Smart-TV in this case do not interfere with each other.
- Data exchange speed. Theoretically, the Internet connection speed on a television device will be higher than on other user gadgets connected to a WiFi network. Real speed depends on the processor built into the TV.
The connection algorithm will look like this:
- The router and TV device are connected by cable via LAN.
- The user starts device synchronization in automatic mode through the network settings menu.
- If the auto-installation fails, you will have to resort to manually entering parameters and entering the IP address and DNS yourself. If you purchase a router from a provider, all the necessary information will be contained in the contract or the memory of your home computer (section “Login and Password”).
- Saving new settings and rebooting the device.
After completing this simple procedure, Smart-TV will connect to the Global Wide Web.
Via WiFi
WiFi connection is the most common option for accessing the Internet on any gadget. The connection is made over the air and does not require the purchase of special wires. Thanks to this, the user can make an initial connection in a matter of minutes, and also save himself from the need to further hide cable peripherals from the eyes of household members. It is worth saying that for an air connection, the TV must have a built-in WiFi module.
To configure, you must follow the step-by-step instructions:
- Use your remote control to open your network settings (usually indicated by a globe icon).
- Select a wireless connection method.
- Click on the desired wireless network in the list of SSID points that appears.
- Enter the password for the access point on the TV device and save the settings.
You may also need a special router for the TV: if the device does not have a built-in WiFi antenna, you cannot do without an external USB receiver, which will act as an intermediary in the exchange of data between the home router and the TV. This accessory can be purchased in most retail stores for several thousand rubles, but it should be noted that the mini-router must be compatible with TV. For example, webOS from LGI supports Internet accessories only from this manufacturer.
Settings for Smart TV
To start using Smart-TV, you need to configure the operating system of your television device. Register an account in the proprietary system, personalize the smart hub and download a package of basic applications. Since the most popular devices are from Samsung, LG and Sony, and each of listed manufacturers has its own tele-OS, then three instructions for starting the operation of smart TVs will be presented.
LG
Television devices from LV operate under proprietary webOS. To configure the operating system, you will need:
- Launch the menu and click on the user account icon in the upper right corner.
- To create a new profile, select “Registration”.
- We indicate the real one Email address, enter the password and be sure to check the “Remain logged in” checkbox. This way, you won’t have to log in every time after rebooting the TV.
Entering additional owner information is optional, so you can skip this step. After identification is complete, you will be able to download applications and widgets from the LG Apps brand store.
For more details about the details of the process, read this, there is also a step-by-step video instruction.
Samsung
To set up SmartHub from Samsung:
- Register a personal account using the method described in the previous section of the article. Only some icons may differ, the purpose of which should be intuitive for the user.
- Check the functionality of the connection by launching any of the standard applications.
- Start personalizing the hub. Applications are downloaded through Samsung Apps, and widgets are moved around the hub screen using the remote control.
It is worth saying that after registration is completed, the specified password and Eeshka will no longer be needed; you can forget the mail. No re-entry is required.
Read more about Samsung in this.
Sony
Gaining access to smart functions on television devices from Sony is as follows:
- You must press “Home” on the remote control;
- in the upper right corner select “Settings” (third icon from the right);
- in the “Network” section, click on “Update Internet Content”;
- personalize the Sony Entertainment Network (SEN) hub.
The SEN key on the remote control is used for further user access to smart applications. Although the Bravia interface can hardly be called concise and intuitive, it is difficult to cope with setting up Smart TV everyone can.
Conclusion
So, connecting a TV to the Internet is divided into two stages: providing the device with access to the network and setting up operating system to use a web browser and other Internet applications. To connect to the World Wide Web, it is better to use a WiFi interface, since this option is optimal from the point of view of its implementation and further operation, and purchasing an external USB antenna is much simpler and, perhaps, even more profitable than running an additional Ethernet cable into the apartment.
Now you can open any application, use a browser, and stream video via Wi-Fi to your TV. You won't need a flash drive anymore!
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