Roku TV Disable WiFi (PERMANENTLY)
I own the 32" TCL 4k TV. I don't have an RF meter so can't verify this 100% but in another discussion thread on this same topic, someone said the following:
If when you set up the TV you do not ch...
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Rob, thanks for the instructions with picture. I have a different model of TV: the 43S425. But I followed your instructions and although the internals of my TV look different I believe I successfully disconnected the ribbon running from the wifi module to the main board. (I've attached a picture showing the ribbon I disconnected so you can see what I'm talking about.) I know I correctly identified the wifi module because I googled the number on it to verify. I also identified the thin black wire that connects to the wifi module. However, I wanted to ask you before proceeding, is it actually necessary to disconnect that black wire to stop the wifi from transmitting? What exactly does that black wire do, which is different from the ribbon that connects the module to the main board? I'm guessing if the wifi module can't reach the main board, it can't produce an actual wifi signal? If this is not correct and the black wire itself allows the TV to send a wifi signal even without the ribbon attached, is there anything I can do as an alternative to snipping it? At some point I will give this TV away to someone who I imagine, unlike myself, will want to use the wifi capabilities. So I would like to make it as easy as possible to return the TV to its default functioning when I do that. Appreciate your help.
You can just pull it off the wifi module (brass connector) if you like instead of cutting, be sure to wrap it in electrical tape to prevent any static discharge or potential shorting.
Also, make sure to trace the ribbon back to its source & disconnect, then remove it entirely or again you run the risk of damage. The cable itself can be stored in an envelope if you choose to put it back in eventually.
