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Question

Connecting TV to the Internet

by Jan 11, 2012 9:06AM PST

I have a windows 7 computer and a Vizio HDTV, I want to connect my TV to the internet, but my computer is in another room. Is there another way besides HDMI cable to connect them that would not be too expensive? I would need to run an HDMI cable about 20ft. I am pretty sure my computer has wifi built in, but I have never used it and don't know how to, so if there is a way to do it that way please explain. Thank you

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First, you have to define or list your expectations.
by Forum moderator Jan 11, 2012 9:13AM PST

I use a Logitech Revue and it's pretty nice. Wifi is not for the video link so tell more.
Bob

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WHDI
by mramramra Jan 11, 2012 3:31PM PST

If HDMI cable is too expensive for you, the Logitech and WHDI are also $100+. I have a WHDI device from HP. It is basically a wireless HDMI cable,$125.

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That's going to require some PC.
by r. proffitt Forum moderator Jan 11, 2012 3:33PM PST

So with my 99 buck Revue I get almost all I need. Your solution still seems to need a PC?

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