There are numerous free-to-air channels available now on a variety of platforms, including satellite, the Internet, cable television, and the Digital Terrestrial Service (DTT). A free-to-air digital receiver is required to receive free TV channels (free-to-air). So, today, we’ll tell you which set-top box is best for receiving the most free-to-air TV channels from two separate platforms.
Is it necessary to buy a separate Set-Top Box for each platform?
No, you don’t need to buy a separate Set-Top Box for each platform anymore. Solid introduced a single set-top box that can get free-to-air television channels across all platforms.
This multi-tuner Set-Top Box has the following information –
The twin tuners on this SOLID Brand set-top box, model no. HDS2T2-6600 can receive free to air TV channels from –
● Satellite (DVB-S/DVB-S2)
● Digital Terrestrial ( DVB-T/DVB-T2)
● Cable TV (DVB-C)
● Internet ( IP Streaming)
● USB Playback
We will explain how to obtain TV channels from all platforms in detail here (including DTH, Cable TV, Internet, and DVB-T2).
FREE TV Channels through Satellite (DVB-S/DVB-S2) –
With the built-in DVB-S2 satellite tuner, you may get free-to-air satellite TV channels using any DTH and large dish antenna. This box can also be used to watch DD Free Dish channels.
DVB-S/DVB-S2 — How to Receive
To receive signals, connect a DTH or Dish Antenna. You can read our special page on how to scan satellite free to air TV stations if you don’t know-how.
Connectivity
To get signals from this provider, you’ll need a DTH or Dish antenna. There is no need to connect to the internet.
DTT DTT TV Channels (DVB-T/DVB-T2) – Digital Terrestrial DTT TV Channels (DVB-T/DVB-T2) –
DTT services have already begun in India’s major cities, according to Prasar Bharati. Prasar Bharati has switched from traditional terrestrial signals to digital terrestrial signals. DTT now provides 5-10 Doordarshan TV stations.
What is the best way to receive DVB-T/DVB-T2? –
To receive broadcasts, attach the interior or outdoor antenna. Simply navigate to Installation >>
>> DVB-T2 Auto Scan Connectivity — This source requires a modest inside or outdoor antenna to receive signals. There is no need for a dish antenna or access to the Internet.
Cable TV FTA TV Channels (DVB-C) —
Using your Cable TV connection, this set-top box can receive free-to-air TV channels. You can scan this box after connecting to Cable TV if you forget to recharge your Cable TV. Then your Cable TV will send free-to-air TV channels to this box.
How can Cable TV DVB-C get free-to-air TV channels? –
To receive digital signals, attach a Digital Cable TV connection to this unit. Simply go to Installation and pick DVB-C, and your box will be auto-scanned after you connect. Simply navigate to Installation >> >> DVB-C Scanner Auto
Connectivity —
To receive signals from this source, you’ll need an active or deactive Digital Cable TV connection. There is no need for a dish antenna or access to the Internet.
Internet Live Streaming Channels —
There are many live TV video streaming connections available on the internet, which you may search using Google. Gather them in a notebook file and upload them here. You’ll need to use an additional USB wifi antenna to connect this unit to your network. For testing reasons, you can download the IPTV M3U8 Sample File.
How do I get Internet-based Live Streaming TV channels? –
You may watch live streaming and YouTube on your set-top box if you connect it to the internet. We’ve attached a copy of the IPTV sample file. You can get it here and save it to your Pendrive. Visit IPTV >> Load from a USB drive >> Choose this File >> Success
Connectivity —
To enjoy live streaming from this source, you must have an active Internet connection. There’s no need for a Dish antenna.
USB Playback —
This box contains a USB connector that may be used to connect a Wifi dongle and a USB pendrive or hard drive to record live TV for later viewing. You can also use a USB Pendrive to play movies, music, and images. Activate Multimedia >> Choose USB >> Choose from Video, Music, and Photos >> & Have Fun
Connectivity —
To access content from storage, you’ll need a Pan drive or a hard drive. There is no need for a dish antenna or access to the Internet.
As a result, you can see that this one set-top box is capable of receiving TV channels from all platforms. It is really handy for those who do not wish to pay monthly fees.
Where Can I Get This Box –
This box is offered on Amazon.in with a FREE DTT Indoor antenna. It is also available on Snapdeal, CATVIndia.com, Mahamargin, and other online stores. You can also look at the official SOLID website.
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