I intend to get a Panny 50pz850 (and will be getting a new computer, too) and have looked at their instructions as how to set up Viera Cast, but I am still somewhat confused and would like some help.

Although I am fairly computer literate, this will be my first foray into wireless; so, this question has to do with getting the right components for my new computer to enable me to connect wirelessly between the comp and TV.

Although the comp will get a b/g wireless card, I will still need a modem and a router-yes/no?

If so, then the comp will be connected to the modem and the modem to the router-yes/no?

At the TV end (TV about 40-50 feet from comp), I will need to connect the TV to a wireless repeater-yes/no?

Can you also recommend reliable router and repeater (reasonably priced and good performance)?

Thanks.

you will need a modem and router.if you have dsl or broadband cable internet then you already have a modem......your router connects to the modem via ethernet cable....your desktop computer then connects from one of the ethernet outputs of the router
you wont need a repeater....30 to 40 ft wont be a problem
you can get a linksys or dlink or a netgear router to name a few......wireless g should be all you need........

you will need a modem and router.if you have dsl or broadband cable internet then you already have a modem......your router connects to the modem via ethernet cable....your desktop computer then connects from one of the ethernet outputs of the router
you wont need a repeater....30 to 40 ft wont be a problem
you can get a linksys or dlink or a netgear router to name a few......wireless g should be all you need........

And I think you will need a wireless adapter for the tv that will plug into the ethernet port. From what I've seen, Panny is not going to sell one and does not recommend one in particular.

oops i assumed the tv had a built in wireless card......if it doesnt i think you would need a usb wirless card.assuming the tv has usb....im not familiar with ethernet wireless cards.....

oops i assumed the tv had a built in wireless card......if it doesnt i think you would need a usb wirless card.assuming the tv has usb....im not familiar with ethernet wireless cards.....


I've been researching the 65pz850u and I believe that the only port for the internet connectivity is an ethernet port. I don't think there is a USB port at all. I'm sure someone can give us a definitive answer on that. If this is the case, I guess you would need a wireless ethernet bridge or something similar. I have seen some gaming adapters that don't require loading any drivers on the tv and these may work as well. I haven't really checked into the options a whole lot as the 65 is probably not coming out till the end of Aug. or early Sept., but if somebody comes up with a solution I would appreciate it as well.

just found this......might be easier to run a 40 foot ethernet cable......

1.How can I connect the PZ850/VIERA Cast™ to the internet?
A broadband internet connection with a speed of at least 1.5Mbps is required. A wired network connection (i.e., using an Ethernet cable) is recommended, but you may also connect via a wireless network if a wired network is not available where the TV is located.
Wired
- To establish a wired connection, plug one end of an Ethernet cable into the VIERA Cast™ LAN port (located on the back panel of the PZ850) and the other end of the cable into your existing internet router/modem.
Wireless
- The Plasma does not have a built-in wireless connection device although you can easily add a wireless adapter to the TV and use that adapter to connect to the internet via your in-home wireless network.
Ensure an in-home wireless router is fully operational. For best results, Panasonic recommends you use a wireless 802.11n router with the latest firmware installed.
Purchase a wireless 802.11n Ethernet adapter (also referred to as a wireless gaming adapter or wireless bridge/access point). Per the adapter’s instructions, configure the adapter to connect to your wireless router. Then connect the adapter to the TV via the VIERA Cast™ LAN port.
For assistance when configuring the wireless router or adapter, Panasonic recommends consulting the wireless device manufacturer as they can provide the latest, most accurate information regarding their products