WiFi Media Connect does not work

[bobo_0203]

Hi,

I have a 32pfl5007k_12. I am running a PC with fresh Windows 7, windows firewall and a TP-Link wireless router. The internet on the TV works normally. I can also browse files on my PC from the TV.
I can ping my TV from the PC, I can even control my TV via the android app Philips MyRemote (over the same router, which I use for internet connection).

WIFI Media connect does see, that there is a TV in the network (the icon in the taskbar turns from grey to black when I switch the TV on). I can start the program on the PC; it changes the resolution on my PC and then starts with trying to connect to the TV.
But - on the TV, nothing happens! On the PC I see the pop-up of WiFi Media Connect, after a few seconds the message "Still trying for TV to reply" appears, after another few seconds I get the message "Could not get respond from TV. Refer to online Wi-Fi MediaConnect FAQ.

I checked the FAQ , I did not find a solution. Does anybody have any idea what I could do???

Thanks in advance for all help!!

R

[Philips - Thomas]

Hi

please disable the Firewall completely.
(use "services.msc" for a start)

Regards
Thomas

[bobo_0203]

Already tried that (+disabling the antivirus - Avast), didn't help

[FrTed]

hi bobo_0203,

1. have you tried a network cable

2. my expericnce is that after you right click the TV and project to Tv.
I have to hold alt and tab until the application is selected.
I have to click the ok button.
its like the app gets sent to the backgound and you have to select it via alt and tab.

Hope this helps

thanks
Ted

[Philips - Marco]

Dear Bobo,

I'm sorry to inform you that the 2k12 Models, included the 32pfl5007k_12, do not support WiFi Media Connect software.

In order to solve your issue, I would recommend you to download the MediaManager for Windows available here

Regards,
Marco

[bobo_0203]

Dear Bobo,

I'm sorry to inform you that the 2k12 Models, included the 32pfl5007k_12, do not support WiFi Media Connect software.

In order to solve your issue, I would recommend you to download the MediaManager for Windows available here

Regards,
Marco

OK, now I understand why I can not make it work The funny thing though that several Philips experts have adviced me to bring my TV for eventual repairs - including the online help center, the call center for Slovenia and 2 official repair shops. Nobody told me before, that my TV doesn't support WiFi Media Connect... Way to go Philips! :/

I will try the MediaManager... I just hope it has some of the functionality, that I would get with a direct WiFi connection...


BR
Robert

[bobo_0203]

Oh, and that I don't forget... The option of WiFi connectivity with the PC desktop was one of the main reasons for me to buy this TV. Without it I would choose one of the Samsungs. Following the advice of a salesman and not making a research on the internet first... Bad idea.

And yes - choosing a Philips (with it's incredibly buggy interface and lots of connectivity problems) instead of a Samsung, Sony or a LG - A REALLY bad idea!