Using Network Services63Using Network ServicesVIERA ConnectVIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic and has expanded VIERA CAST features greatly.VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such asphotos, videos, games, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.• This TV has no full browser function and all features of websites may not be available.Network LinkEnables to control the TV from the network equipment (Smartphone, etc.)Network connection (see below)Network setup (p. 64 - 68)VIERA Connect operations (p. 17, 69)Network Link Settings (p. 64)Network connectionsTo use VIERA Connect features, you need a broadband network environment.• If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance.• Set up and connect any equipment required for the network environment. You cannot make settings for the equipment onthis TV. Read the manual of the equipment.• Required speed (effective) : at least 1.5 Mbps for SD and 6 Mbps for HD picture quality, respectively. If the transfer speed isnot enough, contents may not be played back properly.Example 1Access pointLAN cableWired connectionWireless connectionModemHub or RouterWireless LAN Adaptor and Extension cable“Optional accessories” (p. 6)• Connect to the USB 1 or 2 port.Internet• Ensure to use a LAN straight cable for this connection.• If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router.• If your modem has broadband router functions but there are no vacant ports, use a hub.• Ensure that the broadband routers and hubs are compatible with 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX.• If you use the equipment compatible only with 100BASE-TX, category 5 LAN cables are required.Example 2You can connect the TV and the telecommunication equipment directly to use VIERA Connect features.LAN cableInternetNote• Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) telecommunications company for further assistance regarding the networkequipment.• Confirm the terms and conditions of the contracts with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or telecommunicationscompany. Depending on the contracts, additional fees may be charged or multiple connections to the internet may beimpossible.