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Reviews of the Sony LF-V30 LocationFree TV

  • 6.0

    CNET Review

    October 26, 2007

    The Good: Streams video sources, including live TV, to any broadband-connected Windows PC or PSP in the world; no host PC or monthly charges required; accepts HD component video signals; built-in wireless networking includes the ability to act as a full-service access point for your home network.

    The Bad: Setup and installation is still too convoluted for most users, especially for wireless networks; support for Mac and Windows Mobile software is handled by third parties (not Sony) that haven't updated the software in a long time; additional software clients for Windows PCs, Macs, and Windows Mobile handhelds cost extra.

    The Bottom Line: Sony's latest LocationFree TV product adds compatibility with HD video sources, but its two big distinguishing factors--built-in wireless networking and PSP compatibility--aren't enough for most users to choose it over the competing Slingbox.

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  • 8.1

    alaTest.com

    By alaTest | November 21, 2009

    Review Summary: Experts rate this product 63/100 and users 73/100. Comparing these reviews to 109424 other DVD Players reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 81/100 = Very Good.

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  • 7.0

    wired.com

    By Claude McIver | July 19, 2007

    Review Summary: Like the Slingbox, Sony's LocationFree LF-V30 streams A/V to any computer at home or abroad, because there's plenty of good TV during work hours. Setting up the LF-V30 is fairly straight-forward, as the on-screen guide had plenty of pictures and large ...

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Manufacturer: Sony

Part number: LF-V30

System

  • A/V System Recommended Use Home

Network & Internet Multimedia

  • Functionality Digital audio broadcasting, Digital video broadcasting
  • Connectivity Wired, Wireless
  • Connectivity Protocols IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi)

Connections

  • Connector Type 1 x Network ( RJ-45 ), 1 x Component video input, 1 x Composite video output, 1 x S-Video input, 1 x Composite video/audio input, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x Composite video/audio output, 2 x Remote control

Miscellaneous

  • Included Accessories IR blaster
  • Cables Included Video / audio cable, Network cable

Power

  • Type External

Product Photos

  • OVR
  • FT
  • BK
  • ACCS

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LF-V30 LocationFree Base Station from 1 online store: Lowest Price: $11.97

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Sony LF-V30 LocationFree TV

Buying Choices

LF-V30 LocationFree Base Station from 1 online store: Lowest Price: $11.97

See prices from 1 store

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