FAQ
TL;DR: Access‑point bridge needs 2 devices; "a UTP cable is a better solution." For Funbox‑to‑Sagemcom setups, we compare Wi‑Fi, bridge, and powerline options for reliability. This FAQ guides Orange Funbox + Sagemcom WHD 80 owners to the simplest, stable link. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17270301]
Why it matters: You’ll pick the fastest, least‑painful way to get IPTV working without rewiring your home.
Quick Facts
- Sagemcom WHD 80 has built‑in Wi‑Fi; no Ethernet or Liveplug is required to connect. [Elektroda, Jankesik, post #17279905]
- A wireless bridge needs 2 access points: one at the router, one at the tuner. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17270301]
- Powerline/Liveplug can suffer noise from appliances; stability ranged from daily drops to weeks OK. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17271180]
- TP‑Link TL‑WA701ND worked for a user as the wireless link device. [Elektroda, raftronik, post #17272681]
- When wiring, use the router’s designated tuner/IPTV port if available. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17270301]
Can the Sagemcom WHD 80 connect to an Orange Funbox over Wi‑Fi?
Yes. The WHD 80 includes a built‑in Wi‑Fi module. You can join the Funbox’s Wi‑Fi directly. No Ethernet or Liveplug is required. [Elektroda, Jankesik, post #17279905]
How do I link the tuner wirelessly using access points?
Create a two‑device bridge. Place one AP at the Funbox and another by the tuner. Connect the tuner to the second AP via Ethernet and bridge the APs. How‑To: 1. Set AP1 at the router in AP/bridge mode. 2. Set AP2 near the tuner in client/bridge mode. 3. Wire tuner→AP2 and pair AP1↔AP2. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17270301]
Which Funbox port should I use when wiring the tuner?
Use the router’s designated tuner/IPTV socket, if present. That port provides access tailored for the set‑top box. It is intended for the TV service. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17270301]
Is a wired UTP connection better than Wi‑Fi or powerline?
Yes. "A UTP cable is a better solution." Wired links avoid wireless and mains noise issues. Choose Ethernet if you can pull a cable. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17270301]
Are Liveplug/powerline adapters reliable for this setup?
Results vary with electrical noise. Many appliances inject interference into mains wiring. "Sometimes it broke up several times a day and sometimes it worked for several weeks." Expect uneven uptime with powerline. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17271180]
Is an access‑point bridge cheaper than buying Liveplug?
Yes. The poster advised choosing cheaper AP devices set as a bridge over Liveplug. That avoids spending on a solution that may be unstable. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17271180]
Can I watch TV without an antenna using a bridge or cable?
Yes. With an AP bridge or Ethernet, the tuner receives IPTV from the Funbox. "You can watch TV channels without an antenna." [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17270301]
What access point has users confirmed works with Funbox and this tuner?
TP‑Link TL‑WA701ND was reported working by a forum user. It served as the wireless link in their setup. [Elektroda, raftronik, post #17272681]
Does the WHD 80 actually have built‑in Wi‑Fi, or was that only UHD?
The correction clarified model names. "We have WHD and this is a completely different tuner and actually has Wi‑Fi." Verify your model is WHD 80. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17273106]
I followed a WHD guide for a UHD tuner—what changed?
UHD and WHD are different tuners. Guidance about the WHD’s built‑in Wi‑Fi will not apply to UHD. Match advice to your exact model. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17273106]
How many devices do I need for a wireless AP bridge?
Two. One access point near the Funbox and one by the tuner. Bridge them together for the IPTV link. This 2‑device setup is required. [Elektroda, cooltygrysek, post #17270301]
If my WHD 80 connects over Wi‑Fi, do I need extra hardware?
No. Its built‑in Wi‑Fi handles the link to the Funbox. You do not need Liveplug or additional access points. [Elektroda, Jankesik, post #17279905]
