Do you enjoy watching series, sports or quizzes on TV? Has the evening gathering of the family at the “blue screen” become a good tradition for you? Then consider the option of how to make a joint vacation more comfortable. Modern technologies improve the quality of broadcasting. It is enough to purchase a digital television receiver, and you will get the best picture on the screen and excellent sound, as well as many additional features. To understand the intricacies of choosing a device, let's get to know it better.
How it all began
The era of digital television for Russia began in 2010, when television channels in DVB format began to be launched. The country will be fully covered by 2015. But TV in digital quality is already functioning in many regions. Such changes are dictated by the fact that there is a transition from analogue broadcasting to new technologies. Digital TV is ubiquitous, providing better signal transmission and lower costs.
Pros of digital TV
The virtues of the television of the newgenerations, guarantee the viewer a high-quality picture without distortion and clear sound even at a low signal level. Thanks to the use of the MPEG4 image compression format, it becomes possible to transmit a greater number of television channels and not depend on the antenna, which is located on a high roof. High-quality broadcasting (even on the first floor) will be provided by a digital set-top box or receiver. It can be connected to absolutely any TV that has a UHF connector. Therefore, this service is now available not only for owners of city apartments, but also in the country. To make the fairy tale come true, various digital terrestrial television receivers or, as they are also called, set-top boxes or receivers are produced. They are connected as additional equipment, in addition to the antenna. They can be built into the TV or be a separate device.
Development of technology
DVB-T broadcasting started. But the evolution of television does not stand still. There are more advanced innovations. The modern DVB-T2 standard was widely distributed in Europe, and then it was developed in Russia. So far, both types of digital signal transmission operate in parallel, but gradually the second will completely replace the first. The image is transmitted in MPEG4 compressed form, in a wide resolution of six hundred and twenty-five lines and supports Dolby AC-3 sound. Signal transmission is not affected by weather conditions. Connecting a TV receiver is quite simple. Even a non-specialist can cope with this task. But first, let's get acquainted with the devices thatoffer shops and websites.
Description of models
Set-top boxes for digital television are not only capable of transmitting high-quality images and sound. They also have other useful features. For example, they allow you to view photos, listen to music, watch movies, record television programs. As a rule, a set with a TV set-top box includes a remote control and a special cable. Of the models, we can mention the Mystery MMP-70DT2. The digital receiver supports AVI, MKV formats. There are HDMI, AV connectors. There is a USB interface. Perfect for DVB-T and DVB-T2 television formats is the Supra SDT-92 digital television receiver. It has offline connection method and FM tuner. The mdi DBR-901 receiver may be a good choice. It is fully compatible with television formats common in Russia. It can be connected not only to a TV, but also to a computer monitor, used as a media player. The set-top box supports many audio and video formats. There is an HDMI output for high quality image playback. It is convenient to use the control buttons located on the front panel of the device. There is a function of recording television programs on an external drive connected via USB. It is very convenient to pause live programs and return to viewing from where you left off. Set-top box menu in Russian. It is possible to update the receiver software. There is a timer that turns on the device,recording programs and turning off the set-top box. The D-COLOR receiver has media player functions. Serves to receive terrestrial digital television, record programs, reproduce images in Full-HD format. Depending on the model, a digital television receiver provides more than just HD channels. But it may also have the following functions and characteristics: recording and playback of TV programs on a flash card or hard disk, sub title support, electronic program guide, teletext.
Connection Methods
Everything is quite simple. Initially, you need to connect the digital TV receiver to the antenna (it can be indoor or outdoor). Now you need to connect the set-top box to the TV using a special cord (HDMI, tulip, scart). Then you need to connect the receiver to the outlet, and only then - the TV. Now we need to adjust the image. Select video mode on TV. The console menu will appear on the screen. After the auto-tuning of channels is completed, you must select the "Save" item. Then proceed according to the instructions for the receiver. After that, you can watch TV channels.
Customer Reviews
Consumers were able to appreciate the advantages that a digital TV receiver has: affordable price, the ability not to overpay for a new TV with a built-in receiver, excellent picture and sound quality. In general, having become acquainted with the characteristics of set-top boxes for digital television and feedback about them, you canconclusion. The receiver is the most optimal solution for comfortable and high-quality viewing of television programs. Devices like these take digital TV to the next level.
Tricolor TV
Russian companies provide their subscribers with the opportunity to enjoy all the advantages of digital television. For example, "Tricolor TV" offered to purchase a second receiver for receiving digital television for a promotion at an affordable price. Connecting an additional set-top box to a second TV is quite simple. It will only take you a quarter of an hour. Initially, you need to de-energize both devices (receiver and TV). Then you need to connect the connectors that are included with the set-top box to the special cable F. Then a satellite divider is installed, more precisely, a satellite divider is installed at any point in the cable that connects the antenna and the receiver. The cord can now be connected to the second attachment. Then you need to connect the receiver to the TV in accordance with the instruction manual. Now you can start tuning channels on the TV using the set-top box remote control.
