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(More customer reviews)I purchased this item as a gift for a technically challenged family member who was also receiving a Flip UltraHD as a gift. The goal was to move them from the tape camcorder world to the digital world without heavy reliance on PC knowledge. This seemed like the logical answer as Flip has executed the download to PC with 'one-click' simplicity and I figured Flipshare TV would offer that same 'one-click' ease to TV viewing. I was wrong!
Installation: Everything was setup and installed within 5-10 minutes. Software loaded to my PC with ease, autoloading from the USB Key. One complaint about the TV module setup is that they only provide the RCA cables which have at best a mediocre clarity for that type of implementation. They probably figured they could cheap out hear since most people would opt for the HDMI interface...considering their newer camcorders record in HD. If that's the idea...then include the HDMI cable!
Connectivity: This was the huge bummer. I expected this to work like my local home network where I could have my PC in one room and the TV in another room. But it tells you right in the instructions to keep the USB Key and TV module unobstructed, and away from large metal objects (such as flat screen TVs) and other wireless devices...are you kidding me! So they're basically saying dont plan on using this unless you have all modern electronics in your house in another room...real practical! I was able to finally get the wireless connection working by moving the TV module within 10 feet of the USB key...it might be wireless...but what's the point at that range!
Ease of use: Once I finally got it working the software was easy to use and you could flip through your movies with ease. I didnt get so far as using the channels as I decided to return this product.
Summary: Cisco (owners of Pure Digital...makers of Flip products) should be ashamed for letting this "wireless" product go out the door. You're a networking company!
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FlipShare TV lets you watch your entire Flip Video library wirelessly on your TV or HDTV. Flip Video camcorders are known for making video simple; now with FlipShare TV, it's even easier to enjoy and share your videos. Just connect the FlipShare TV Base to your TV, plug the USB Key into your computer, and start enjoying your Flip Video library wirelessly on your TV. It's that simple.
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