A:AnswerDirecTV will provide a separate box that will connect via HDMI to your TV. If you have a wireless network, you can still access the SmartHub apps straight from the TV. You could also buy a digital HD antenna to access local channels without any subscription costs.
I linked a few digital antennas in case you want to take a look.
A:AnswerNo, for the android side you would have to purchase a Chromecast device. this tv does have Pandora, Spotify, HULU which I believe come from the amazon or apple side.
A:AnswerI usually get this when my internet connection is too slow. Try moving your wireless router closer to the TV. You could also try a wi-fi range extender.
A:AnswerI would contact tech support. I do know that mounting over a fireplace is not recommended due to the potential of increased heat to the device. Make sure there are no wireless devices nearby that would mess with the speaker hardware.
A:AnswerI use a Logitech wireless keyboard which hooks up through the USB port. I use the touchpad built into the keyboard and it works fine. For some reason it will not work with the Netflix and YouTube apps. I get around that by opening YouTube through the web browser. I haven't tried that with Netflix yet.
A:AnswerIt looks like 31.5" tall x 54.1" wide without the stand.
From the "specifications" section of the product page:
Product Height With Stand 34 inches
Product Depth With Stand 13 inches
Product Height Without Stand 31.5 inches
Product Depth Without Stand 3.7 inches
Width 54.1 inches
