Thanks to mass distribution high-speed Internet TVs are experiencing another surge in popularity. They have again become the favorites of family members, but a few years ago they were scattered around the apartment, buried in smartphones and tablets. Now the TV is a full-fledged entertainment center with unlimited possibilities provided by the Internet.
What does connecting your TV to the Internet provide?
Want to watch YouTube videos on the big screen? Please, this is not difficult to organize if the TV and router are connected to each other. And you will also get a lot of other useful and interesting things:
- access to online cinemas and services with other content: TV shows, cartoons, documentaries and more;
- work in the browser. For ease of text entry, you can display a virtual keyboard on the screen or use a special application for your smartphone;
- displaying multimedia content opened on a smartphone on a large screen. For example, broadcasting a video from YouTube can be switched to the TV screen with one click of a button;
- access to channels digital television, including narrowly thematic ones and without geographical reference to the area. For example, when you connect to television from OnLime, you will receive more than 190 channels in digital quality. By the way, you can learn about what types of digital TV exist, how they differ and what the advantages and disadvantages of each are from our video.
The tandem of TV and the Internet eliminates the need to “catch” interesting movies and programs, adjusting to the time they are shown. You will get freedom of choice that you could only dream of before!
FromLAN- connector toSmart TV
A little over twenty years ago, you could only connect a more powerful antenna to your TV. Afterwards, a LAN port appeared on the case for organizing a cable network.
Even later - Wi-Fi, first as a separate device (adapter), and then as a built-in module. Gradually, televisions became equipped with multimedia capabilities: players, instant messengers, and clients for YouTube. And today Smart TV, which has turned the TV into a computer entertainment center, is perceived absolutely calmly. Smart TV combines hardware components (the same Wi-Fi module) and a software environment, the latter being based on Linux or Android with all the ensuing consequences in the form of installing applications from Google Play.
We will describe in detail below how to take full advantage of these benefits. We hope our tips will help you connect your TV to the Internet the first time.
What you need to connect your TV to the Internet
You have to make the TV part of the local network - which means you will need data to log in to it. Firstly, it is a name that is used for identification. There are two options here: either you named the network when you first connected to the Internet, or use the standard one, generated automatically. Usually the latter contains the name of the router or the name of the provider, although other options are possible. Secondly, this is the password for accessing the network - it can be created by you, the provider, or simply used by default (turn over the router and see the treasured numbers). If it happens that you do not know one or both parameters, contact your Internet service provider.
The equipment you will need is a router, also known as a router. Most likely, it is there, configured, and you actively use the Internet, which it distributes to different devices: PCs, laptops, tablets, smartphones and other gadgets. Now a TV will be added to them. In this case, the router will be an intermediary between it and the provider’s network. It’s good that it doesn’t require complex settings - it’s enough that the DHCP server is activated in the section with LAN network parameters.
Connecting your TV to the Internet via cable
To make connections, stock up on a network patch cord. It is freely sold in stores selling computer accessories, as well as in service workshops. This cable will connect the router and the TV. In both cases, LAN ports are used, so make sure that at least such a free port is on the router. Choose the length of the cable so as to hide it from prying eyes - a room entangled with wires does not look very neat. Alternatively, you can use a pair of PowerLine adapters that will allow you to organize local network using existing wiring. True, for this, it is advisable to have one free socket next to the adapter and the TV.
When the physical connection is established, you can proceed to software configuration. The procedure for different TV manufacturers differs slightly, but in general everything looks about the same.
- Turn on the TV and go to the global settings section. Usually there is a Settings button on the remote control for this purpose;
- Go to the section called “Network” and open “Network Settings”.
- Click the "Start" (or "Start") button to launch the Connection Wizard.
- Select “Cable” (“Cable connection”) from the list provided and confirm your choice. When the connection is established, a corresponding message will appear on the screen.
- Test the Internet by opening the built-in browser or YouTube client.
Connecting your TV to the Internet wirelessly (Wi— Fi)
If you don’t want to overload the interior with unnecessary wires, that’s your right. In this case, we suggest organizing a connection via a radio channel. Most likely, the router you use at home can distribute the Internet via a Wi-Fi network - then make sure that the corresponding technology is supported by the TV too.
If there is no built-in module, this is not a reason to be upset: there are external adapters on sale. They are inexpensive - on average 600-1000 rubles - and are produced by well-known manufacturers such as TP-Link, Asus, Tenda and others.
To organize a wireless connection, follow steps 1 to 3 described above. Next, select “Wireless” from the list provided and confirm your choice. If the Wi-Fi network is accessible with a password (we recommend setting one if it is not), enter it and complete the connection. The system will ask you to enter IP and DNS - ignore it, leaving the default parameters. Then test the new connection using the built-in browser or other service that requires the Internet to work.
If you have low speed Internet connections and many “consumers”, video in 4K and Full HD resolution will be played on the TV with a delay. To prevent this from happening, pause playback for a few minutes or select a lower resolution (720p or 360p).
TV set-top box - an alternative for older TV models
Smart TV set-top box is the only option to “upgrade” old TV, which does not have its own Wi-Fi module. The software basis in such set-top boxes is the Android OS, which is well known to owners of smartphones and tablets. The big advantage of this solution is that this operating system allows you to install any application from Google Play. However, the console also has own set services, including channels (up to several hundred!), media players, online cinemas, instant messengers, access to IPTV and much more. For example, in the “Interactive TV 2.0 + Wi-Fi” set-top box from OnLime, more than 2000 films and TV series, 120 channels and many other interesting features are available .
The Android set-top box connects to the TV in one of three ways: an HDMI cable, an AV cable (RCA plugs) or an HDMI converter adapter. Once the wired connection is established, change the TV's input source using the Input or Source buttons on the remote control. By the way, through an HDMI cable you will get the best quality image, which cannot be said about the AV cable, which is used to connect older TV models.
If everything went well, the TV will “see” the set-top box and all that’s left to do is set up the Internet connection. As usual, there are two methods available: via an Ethernet cable, which will connect the set-top box and router to the network, or via Wi-Fi. In the first case, a physical connection will suffice; in the second, the system will require you to enter a password to access the wireless network. After this, proceed to personalize the device - set the language, the current time and date, install applications from Google Play.
Other ways to connect your TV to the Internet
Many modern routers support WPS technology. Have you noticed this symbol on your device? Congratulations – that means the setup will take just a couple of minutes. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a technology that makes it easier for devices to connect to a wireless network. This is convenient, because now you don’t need to enter a network password and understand the settings section.
Important! In some routers, the same button is responsible for activating WPS and the RESET function. Holding it down for 5 seconds or more will reset the settings to factory settings!
To enable the WPS function, hold down the corresponding button for 1-2 seconds. If the operation is successful, an additional indicator on the router will start blinking. After this, activate WPS mode on the second device – the TV. And then there are possible options.
First. The TV does not have a Wi-Fi module, and you use the appropriate adapter. If it also has a WPS button, simply press it and within seconds the TV will connect to your home network.
Second. If the Wi-Fi module is built into the TV, select WPS in the Network Settings Wizard.
If your router does not have a WPS button, there is a high probability that the technology is still supported by the device. In this case, to activate it, perform a small wireless network setup in the router itself. To do this, you will need the PIN code from the router label glued to the bottom. More information about activating WPS can be found in the instructions for the router - the settings menu interface differs from different manufacturers.
Smart TVs offer a virtual keyboard for entering text, but it is not very convenient to use. Remote control is familiar, but limited in capabilities. We offer two alternative options that will make browsing the Internet from your TV more enjoyable.
Smartphone applications. They are widely available in Google Play content stores and App Store. They can be easily found in the relevant sections or by following keywords: Smart TV, Remote, Control. Often the names include brands of well-known TV manufacturers - Samsung and LG. The app is convenient because it allows you to easily customize the screen content, switch between multiple content sources, and even simply control with the cursor - as if you were using a touchpad on a laptop.
Accessories with gyroscope. These can be either remote controls with extended functionality or wireless mice in tandem with a keyboard. Remote controls and mice with gyroscopes are usually called aero remote controls and aero mice, respectively. In them, the cursor is controlled by moving the device in space. Light movements up, down and to the sides are enough - the cursor will exactly follow the movements of the user’s hand.
If you haven't tried connecting your TV to the Internet yet, now is the time to start - especially since in most cases everything you need for this is at hand.
Details Views: 50347When arranging their own home, each person strives for maximum comfort. Television has always created a great atmosphere in our homes. But in Lately most people begin to move away from watching tired programs. After all, they contain so much unnecessary information that clogs our brain.
Preference is given to the Internet, where there is freedom to choose information for development, entertainment, etc. What if you combine these two devices and enjoy the Internet on TV? Many people have already realized a similar idea thanks to technological progress. This will give you the opportunity to watch your favorite movies and programs without unnecessary flash drives, disks and other external media. In what ways can you connect the Internet to your TV?
Connection via Ethernet port.
Some new generation TVs are made with an Ethernet port (like a computer/laptop). In order to connect to the Internet in this case, you just need to insert an Ethernet cable into the LAN input. Often, the connection is established automatically, but if this does not happen, then you can configure it manually by following simple steps:
1. Enter the main menu of the TV and find the tab "Net"
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2. Select an item "Network configuration"
, connection type "Cable"
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3. Find the tab "IP Address Setting"
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4. Select manual network setup.
5. Enter basic parameters.
6. Wait for the connection to automatically check.
Wi-Fi technology has now spread to many devices. It did not bypass televisions either. In order to establish a Wi-Fi connection, you will need a configured router with an installed access point and an adapter, which is often already built-in. Otherwise, you can purchase an external USB adapter from any digital store. The connection is configured in the TV menu.
Internet using PC/laptop and other devices
You can also connect your TV to the Internet by simply displaying the image on the monitor. This method is successfully used due to its simplicity and convenience. It is enough to use an HDMI cable that connects to the computer’s video card and TV monitor.
In addition to HDMI, there are connections such as DVI, VGA or S-Video. But there is also a minus in such a connection. If, for example, you have Samsung TV, and you want to connect to the SMART TV service, then it will not suit you.
Internet TV set-top box (receiver)
This device is designed to watch Internet video on your TV. The image quality can reach HDTV. An example would be the VINTERA console, which has very good functionality. In addition to the Internet, such devices can replace a DVD player, supporting a lot of video formats.
They also contain a standard list of IPTV channels. The price of the receiver usually hovers around $200, which makes it more affordable. Compatible with almost all TVs.
Home Plug AV
Using this option, you will need to purchase two Home Plug AV adapters. For example, this could be a TP-Link PA2010 model or others similar. It is better to buy them in a set, it will be cheaper. The meaning of the technology is that you can make a network connection using an office or home electrical network.
Connect one near Wi-Fi router and connect it with a network cable to the router, and the second one near the TV and connect it with a network cable to the TV. Set up a network between the Home Plug AV adapters and you’re done.
Android TV BOX
TV BOX multimedia set-top boxes allow you to access the Internet thanks to the built-in Wi-Fi technology. If it is not present, then it is possible to connect a 3G modem. The advantage is that its cost is not very expensive, but it gives you the opportunity to get an almost full-fledged SMART TV.
Connects via regular video and audio outputs (tulips) or an HDMI cable. Operates on the Android operating system, i.e. in front of you will be the same tablet, but only on the TV screen. With it you can listen to your favorite songs, watch videos and images in FULL HD quality, and play games. Some models come with a built-in webcam. You can easily communicate with your loved ones via Skype directly from your TV!
In this article we will connect an LG TV to the Internet. We already have instructions on how to connect the network on our website. But, if you do not have the ability to connect via a wireless network, your TV does not have a Wi-Fi receiver, or you trust a cable connection more, then without any problems, you can connect the TV via a network cable (LAN).
All LG TVs that support the Smart TV function have a LAN network connector (you can read what it’s for) into which we just need to connect the cable from the router, make some settings, and the Internet will work immediately. You can also connect your TV to the Internet without a router, directly from the provider. But, there are some nuances, which we will discuss below.
These instructions are suitable for all models of LG TVs with Smart TV. Moreover, it doesn’t matter what Smart TV system you have: old, WebOS, or WebOS 2.0. After connecting via cable through the router, you can not only watch videos on YouTube, online films, or browse websites in a browser. You will be able to watch movies that are on your computer’s hard drive without any problems. And if problems are usually observed when watching large films over Wi-Fi, then everything works well over cable.
Connecting an LG TV to the Internet via a router via cable
First, we need to connect the TV to a router or modem. To do this, take a network cable and connect one end to the router in the LAN connector:
The second end of the cable must be connected to the TV also in the LNA connector:
Next, on the TV go to Smart TV and select the Internet connection icon "Net". On TVs with the new Smart TV built on WebOS, the network is configured in the settings. There should be a "Network" tab. If you have the opportunity to send me a photo of the Internet settings on WebOS, I will be very grateful.
Choose "Set up connection".
In the next window select "Wired network".
The TV will connect to the Internet. Close the window by clicking on "Ready".
If the TV does not connect to the network, then first make sure that the router is turned on and is distributing the Internet. The router must be configured. Also, check the cable connection, and if possible, try replacing the cable.
Connecting a TV to the Internet without a router
I will enter the same connection via cable, but without using a router or modem. When you have a cable installed in your apartment from your Internet provider, we immediately connect it to your TV. At the beginning of the article, I wrote about some of the nuances of such a connection. So, you can connect a cable from your provider directly to your LG TV, but the Internet will only work if your provider uses Dynamic IP (DHCP) or Static IP connection technology.
The fact is that if you have a PPoE, L2TP, or PPTP connection, then without a router, the Internet on the TV will not work. For the reason that the TV does not know how to launch such a connection. Well, if your provider has a connection using Dynamic IP technology, then simply connect the network cable to the TV and set up the network as I showed above.
If the connection technology is Static IP (which is actually rare), then during the connection setup process, you can manually set the IP and DNS addresses on the LG TV. It is enough to select the item during the setup process "Manual setup".
Next, select a wired network, set the required IP, subnet mask, gateway and, if necessary, DNS. And connect to the network. You will have to set the settings manually also if you are connecting through a router on which the DHCP server is disabled (automatic distribution of IP addresses).
As part of this review article, instructions will be given on how to connect your TV to the Internet. Moreover, not only the process of switching the multimedia center to the World Wide Web will be outlined, but also recommendations will be given regarding reconfiguring its software shell. It should also be noted that the instructions will be worn general character and is not tied to a specific operating system. All this information will allow the new owner of such a device to configure it independently.
In what cases is it most rational to create such a connection?
Currently, almost any modern TV can be connected to the Internet. But it is advisable to perform such an operation only when the device supports TV. In this case, you can install various applications in the memory of the multimedia center that are capable of downloading entertainment content from the World Wide Web and playing it. At the same time, the owner himself chooses what he will view and this is very convenient.
But also on store shelves you can still find outdated solutions that do not support the Smart TV function. It is not advisable to directly connect them to the Internet for the reason that this will not provide any gain in terms of functionality. If you install a mini-PC in it, then you can already implement such a connection using a WiFi network.
What is Smart TV?
Before you worry about how to connect the Internet to an LG TV - or any other manufacturer - let's look at the Smart TV function. Until recently, any such device was intended only for watching television programs. Now the functionality of televisions has improved by an order of magnitude; in essence, they have turned into multimedia centers. This transformation was achieved by adding a special operating system that allows you to install additional programs. The latter allow you to play various multimedia content upon user request. Currently you can find platforms that include Smart TV:
- LG devices are based on WEBOS OS.
- Samsung TVs are based on Tizen OS.
- Other manufacturers use a modified version of Android.
Each of them has a comparable level of functionality, and final choice depends largely on the personal preferences of each user.
General switching and configuration algorithm
To connect your TV to the Internet, you need to follow the instructions below. The stages are:
- Unpacking the multimedia center. Its assembly and installation in the place where it will be used.
- Supply of all communications. If you plan to use a Wi-Fi network to receive data, then connect the power wire and cable with the TV signal. In the case of implementing switching using twisted pair cables to the “global web”, then it should also be present in this list.
- Turn on the device. Setting the geographic area, current date and time.
- Search TV programs. Saving the resulting list.
- Setting connection parameters. Software installation.
- Checking the functionality of the multimedia center.
Assembly and installation of a multimedia center. Power supply and signal cable
The first step in setting up any modern multimedia center is removing it from the packaging. It is also necessary to remove from it the remaining components included in the delivery. As a rule, this list includes a control panel with a set of batteries, a stand, a user manual and, of course, a warranty card. Some manufacturers supplement this list with various advertising brochures or booklets that detail the capabilities of the device.
Next, you need to install the stand into the TV. All the components necessary for this (screws or screws) can also be found in the packaging box. Then we connect the TV signal cable and connect it to the antenna socket. After this, the power cord must connect the corresponding connector of the device and a 220V outlet.
We’ll figure out how to connect an Internet cable to a TV in the next paragraph.
Creating a wired connection
Now let's figure out how to connect a SMART TV to the Internet using twisted pair cable if this cable will be used for switching to the World Wide Web. convenient way obtaining information. To do this, we install such a wire, crimped on both sides, with one connector in a free port of the router, and with the second in the RJ-45 socket of the multimedia center. Again, the computer cable must be carefully routed between these two distributed computing system components.
Experience shows that in practice it is not entirely convenient to use a wired connection if the alternative is a Wi-Fi network. It is precisely this that is used for switching such devices most often today.
Initial configuration. Switching using a Wi-Fi network and router
The next step is to turn on the multimedia device and wait for it to complete its initialization. Then a request window will appear in which you need to specify the location of the television system, as well as the current date and time. The first allows the computing system to decide on a list available programs, and the second is to synchronize with servers.
Next, you need to go to the settings menu and select “Network”. Then we set the connection type (wired or wireless). Also in this place the addressing (static, dynamic) and network mask are set. Also, when using Wi-Fi, we indicate the name of the network and the code to establish the connection. This is how to connect your TV to the Internet through a router using a wireless channel.
Search for channels. Installing applications
Next, you need to go to the TV program search menu and launch the auto search system. The only thing you need to do is indicate the type of signal being received. It can be satellite, cable or from a local antenna. In the last two cases, it is also necessary to indicate its format - analog or digital. At the end of the search operation, you need to save the resulting list of TV channels.
Then you need to go to the app store. For Tizen OS this is Samsung Store, for WEBOS - LG Store, and for Android - Play Market. We create a new account in it and install programs at our own discretion. It is recommended to choose Youtube, ivi and Twigle for the reason that they have free content. In other cases, it is necessary to formalize paid subscription.
Checking the functionality of the multimedia system
Actually, we can assume that we succeeded in connecting the TV to the Internet. You just need to check the functionality of this. To do this, go to the TV broadcast and look through all the available channels step by step. Then go to any of installed applications and try out a movie or TV show. Next, we check the functionality of each installed program. After checking the last one, testing is completed.
Today, even most modern refrigerator models are equipped with high-speed Internet access with the ability to create a diet and order groceries for home delivery. What can we say about TVs? The first television was born back in late XIX century and worked on an electromechanical basis. This technology made it possible to transmit over wires only drawings and images printed on special copper plates, and without any sound accompaniment.
Prototypes of modern television receivers were developed in the USA in the second half of the 20th century, and their cost at that time was at the level of the cost of an average car, and maintenance was even more expensive: approximately once a week it was necessary to call a highly paid setup specialist (for TVs there have been about one and a half hundred knobs for years, so setting them up was not an easy task).
Today's TVs are more like high-end computers and can often rival them in processor performance or internal memory. So the question is “how to connect your TV to the Internet?” even twenty years ago it would have caused others to doubt the adequacy of the questioner, ten years ago it would have caused bewilderment, but today it is of quite vital interest from a practical point of view.
Therefore, this article will provide all possible ways communication between your television receiver and the Internet, especially if you purchase a TV with advanced Smart TV capabilities. Thanks to this technology, you can access the World Wide Web, install additional applications, view music, videos and other content. This turns your TV into a real media center.
If you asked the question “how to set up Internet television and how can you connect access to the World Wide Web to your TV?”, then you should know that there are two main ways to do this: a wired connection and, accordingly, a wireless one - via wifi. Connecting via a cable is considered more reliable and stable, but wires stretching across the entire apartment create a lot of inconvenience, and generally do not fit very aesthetically into the interior of the living space.
So when buying a TV, it is better to choose a model with a built-in wifi adapter, or with the ability to connect it. Moreover, they always have a network connector, so in fact it supports both types of connections. For example, most modern LCD panels from LG have the ability to both connect the Internet via a cable and set up a connection using a router.
Cable connection method
Connecting a TV receiver, which can be done using a cable, although considered more reliable, has a number of significant disadvantages.
- Firstly, if you plug the cable directly into the network connector, you will not be able to access the network on other devices. Some modern TVs (for example, most LG products) have the ability to turn into a device that distributes the Internet by setting a special access point, but this creates a lot of inconvenience and it becomes almost impossible to fully use all network resources.
- Secondly, connecting your TV to the Internet via a network cable can be complicated by the fact that many providers are moving to more modern standards, and in most cases you will have to enter data manually. The MAC address required to set up the connection can be found in the TV menu. To do this, you need to find the support section in it and read the “product information” item.
The best way to connect a TV to the Internet via cable is to connect using a wifi router. The router allows you to use one Internet channel to connect different devices at the same time. That is, the cable that was provided to you by your provider is directly connected to the router. And you can, in turn, connect to it those devices that you deem necessary, both using an optical fiber cable and via wifi.
The back of the TV showing the LAN port
You can purchase a router yourself or take advantage of an offer from one of the providers (many providers offer a router as a gift subject to connection for a long period of time or for free use for the period of use of their services). The television receiver must have a connector called LAN, through which it actually connects to the router. A special network cable (twisted pair) must be additionally purchased at any computer store.
Having dealt with the question of how you can connect a TV to the Internet via cable and having carried out all the necessary manipulations, the TV receiver should notify that the connection to the network has been established and is ready for use. If you are the owner of one of the models from the manufacturer LG, you can configure the parameters yourself by going to the network installation section in the “wired network settings” directory. The IP address and DNS server are entered here using the remote control. After you have completed all the steps correctly, a corresponding notification should appear on the screen indicating that your device is ready to work with the World Wide Web.
Another interesting way
In the event that you are an avid Internet user and your apartment has been connected to the network for a long time, but before that the work took place from a stationary personal computer or laptop, and then you purchased, for example, a new TV model from LG with Smart TV capabilities and If you want to know how to set up the Internet on your LG TV, then you can solve your problem using a router (it’s also a router, which in this case splits the signal).
Using a router in this way, you can create your own small local network with the ability to synchronize your home computer with your TV. By setting them up using DLNA protocols, you can show guests photos located on the hard drive of your PC, listen to any compositions, or watch your favorite movie on the big screen. When buying a router, ask the seller in detail whether it has combined characteristics.
It is also necessary to check with your provider whether it provides a dynamic or static network operation mode, because the router must be selected, without fail knowing this factor. The easiest way to find out this information is by contacting the department. technical support your provider.
You also need to check with the provider whether the binding is done to the MAC address, because it often happens that the Internet is tied to the computer, and in this case it will not be possible to use it from your television receiver. You must again contact your provider and ask him to change the binding to the MAC address of the TV. If you are the owner of one of the models from LG, then this is done through the settings menu, going to the “Support” tab and reading the “Info” section. about the product." In order to set up the connection yourself, you need to select manual settings and use the remote control to perform the following steps:
- First, go to the network settings menu.
- Select the type of connection “cable”.
- Next, find the IP settings section, enter its value manually, as well as the values of the mask, gateway, and all the others.
- Now all you have to do is save the settings by clicking on the “ok” button.
Wireless connection method
If you don’t want to entangle your apartment or office space with a lot of wires or simply don’t want to spoil the aesthetic appearance of your living space, then you just need to know how to connect your TV to the Internet via wifi router. In order for such a connection to be possible, the TV must accordingly have not only a network connector into which an optical fiber cable is connected, but also a built-in wifi module. This detail can be easily found out by reading the operating instructions for your device. It happens that the module is missing, but the TV receiver has the option of connecting an external wifi adapter.
In this case, the adapter can be purchased additionally; for example, LG adapters provide Internet speeds of up to 300 Mbit/s. It has small dimensions comparable to the size of an ordinary flash drive.
Having wondered how you can connect an LG TV to the Internet via a wifi router and having bought a TV with a built-in wifi adapter or an external adapter separately and correctly connecting one to the other, you need to configure it correctly before using it. Having entered the network settings menu using the remote control, you need to go to the wireless network settings section, and then select one of the following options:
- Setup (AP) - if you know the exact name of the wireless network and the access password, you can select the network yourself by using the list of access points and connecting manually.
- Installation in WPS mode is suitable if your router has a button with the same exact abbreviation. Start the setup using the remote control, then hold down the button on the router for a few seconds. The setup will happen automatically and the Internet connection will be displayed on the screen.
- There is also a settings option (Ad hoc), which is designed to synchronize with a computer without an Internet connection.
- There are times when, to set up a network through a router, you may need a flash drive with an access point indicator, which is inserted first into the router and then into the TV to automatically set up the connection.
On LG products, by going to the “setup from the list of access points” menu, you can independently select the desired network. Enter a password if necessary (it is best to write down the network name and password information in a notepad or save it to mobile phone). If everything is done correctly and the setup is successful, a wifi signal strength indicator will appear on the TV screen. If in the question of how you can connect the Internet to an LG TV via cable, practically nothing will depend on which manufacturer’s cable you are using, then in the case when there is a need to purchase an external wifi adapter, then you must also buy it from the LG manufacturer.
If you end up leaning towards a wireless connection and choose to connect your TV to the Internet via the wifi standard, then one of the most simple ways will immediately purchase a modern LG TV of the latest model, also equipped with the Smart TV function. In this case, connecting to the Internet is simplified as much as possible, especially since detailed instructions with a step-by-step guide will come with the TV and setting up the TV receiver will be quite easy.
If you have learned how to connect the Internet to your lg TV via a cable and decided to go with this option, then you should take into account the fact that by choosing a good optical fiber, with proper routing of wires, as well as by skillfully disguising the cable and choosing a high-quality router, you can achieve more stable operation of the Internet and, accordingly, higher speed than with wireless connection, which may be subject to various interferences and distortions. So, a network cable has its advantages, so when choosing a TV, it is best to buy one that has the ability to connect to the Internet in two ways: wired and wireless.
Now you know how to use the Internet on an LG TV, how to set up a router and how to connect a cable. By purchasing a modern LG model, connecting your TV to the Internet via wifi networks becomes simple and accessible; all that remains is to choose a router and set up an Internet connection.
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