How to find out if your TV receives digital television

Digital television has become more popular in recent years. There are many advantages - a large number of free TV channels that can be received; high-quality reception and low cost of equipment. Not only for residents of regional centers but even distant villages. Let's look at what you need to receive digital television.

How digital television works

Transmission of picture and sound for digital television possible thanks to coding video and sound via digital channels. This prevents noise from appearing on the screen. In this format, either there is an image or there is none at all.

NOTE. If something interferes with the reception (inaccurate settings, terrain, antenna), squares will appear on the screen, the signal will disappear, but will appear over time.

Correct antenna setup - with the most direct view of the TV tower. It can be raised or unfolded. The signal is checked on the TV or on the tuner.

How to setup

The necessary equipment is already in front of you. To receive TV you need to configure it.

The first step is to set up the antenna. We find the exact location of the tower, the distance to it and the list of packages that can be accepted. We connect the tuner or find the desired menu on the TV.

Setting on TV:

• Enter manual setup.Selecting “digital TV” in advance.
• Enter frequency.

IMPORTANT. A list of frequencies with TV channel packages is posted on the official website of the RTRS concern.

• Check the signal quality.
• If the signal is unstable, you need to adjust the antenna. Slowly rotating to the sides or tilting.

NOTE. When setting up the antenna, the signal will not appear immediately. You need to wait a few seconds and then continue. You need to find a signal based on a strong frequency, and adjust it for the best quality based on a weak one.

• When the signal is stable, start the search.

If the signal level is strong (you need to look at the “quality” item), you can safely start searching for channels.

IMPORTANT. In order to ensure reliable reception quality, it is necessary that there are no foreign objects in the antenna’s field of view. These could be trees, houses. Under such conditions, the signal may disappear.

If there is no signal, you should purchase powerful equipment or raise the antenna as high as possible. In megacities, high-rise buildings or trees can reflect the signal. In small towns or villages, the terrain is unstable. Therefore, it is worth considering raising the antenna to the roof and, in some cases, using a mast.

Setting up the T2 tuner

It's worth buying a tuner if your TV doesn't support the built-in device. The kit includes: set-top box, control panel, HDMI cable + tulips, instructions for use. You need to remove all materials from the packaging. Determine the location of the tuner. It is important that it is not far from the TV, because there will be problems with the connection. Be mindful of the cable length.

This method is similar to the above. Each tuner will have its own menu. But the principle is the same for everyone.

• With the power off, connect the antenna. Tulips or HDMI connect to your TV.

ATTENTION.On your TV you need to select AV or HDMI, depending on the connection.

• Connect the receiver to a 220V network. Wait for the download to complete.

NOTE. Digital receivers take up to 20 seconds to load.

• When you use it for the first time, the system will prompt you to select a language and will take you to the channel search menu.
• You can select automatic or manual mode.

IMPORTANT. At first, manual mode will do. To do this, on the RTRS website you need to select your place of residence and a list of frequencies will appear. Enter the frequency into the tuner. Check the signal quality.

• When the signal is stable, start the search.

TV channels will be entered into the receiver’s memory and will now begin watching them upon startup. You should only configure the receiver when new packages appear.

Required equipment for viewing

To receive a digital terrestrial television signal, you will need:

1. TV with digital signal support (built-in tuner).
2. Terrestrial digital tuner (marked T2).
3. Antenna for reception.

There is nothing complicated about the equipment. New TV models will already include a built-in set-top box. And you can receive 30 channels in Russia.

If the TV was purchased a long time ago, then do not be upset. Nowadays, broadcast consoles are available for any budget. What they have in common is the reception of TV channels. Most tuners allow you to use Internet functions if you have additional equipment.

The main device for receiving a signal is the antenna. You can use the old one to receive terrestrial television, including collective television. Or buy a new one to receive T2.

NOTE. The farther the user lives from the tower, the more powerful the antenna needs to be purchased. If you are close to the receiving location, an indoor antenna may also be suitable for viewing.

How to choose a digital tuner

Most people wonder how to choose the right receiver for T2 reception. After all, there are a lot of manufacturers, different price ranges, and properties. Everything is much simpler: the price depends on the brand and functionality. On certain tuners you can watch photos, videos, listen to music via USB, connect a Wi-Fi modem and use Internet services such as weather forecasts, videos from YouTube, IPTV.

First you need to decide on the purposes for which the T2 tuner will be used, this can be understood depending on your preferences. For most users, this is a modern media device that has great functionality, and not only broadcasts. If we talk about EPG (electronic program guide that shows the TV schedule on a TV channel), then it is present in every receiver. There are the following types of tuners:

1. Simple devices exclusively for viewing T2. Low price, little functionality. They are not equipped with USB outputs and do not support the Internet. They come without a display and buttons on the front. Such devices are suitable for pensioners and low-income people.

1. Tuner with media support. They are equipped with USB inputs and support photos, videos, and music. Contains a display and buttons on the front of the receiver.
2. T2 receivers with additional capabilities. Support for Internet access when purchasing additional equipment (wireless modem). 2 USB inputs, display and buttons on the front panel. Today the most numerous

IMPORTANT. When choosing a tuner, it is recommended to pay attention not to price, but to quality. The material from which the console is made (plastic or metal), the presence of buttons and a display on the front panel. Also, if desired, the number of USB inputs and receiver model.If friends or relatives already have such a device, it’s worth checking out its brand, cost and functionality. You might like this one and it will be easier to choose.

How to tell if your TV is smart or not?

It is difficult to imagine the modern world without the Internet. Chat with friends, read information, watch videos and the whole world without leaving home. This can be done on a smartphone or computer, but it is much nicer and more convenient to do it on a big screen. Smart TV is a useful feature in all aspects. Allows you to watch recorded TV shows, as well as movies and TV series in online cinemas. Access to social networks, viewing news, weather forecasts. This application is for the convenience of users.

Different TV models with this application have different characteristics and functions. Popular brands: Samsung, LG, Sony. Almost all TV models support built-in Wi-Fi. The device will find networks within the coverage radius and offer to connect. The user only has to select the one he needs and, if necessary, enter a password.

There are also differences in operating systems. Sony runs Android, Samsung runs Linux, and LG uses WebOS.

IMPORTANT. You can detect the presence of Smart on the remote control, in the TV menu. Or find out directly at the electronics store upon purchase.

Smart TV features

• An alternative to broadcasting.
• Watching movies and recorded programs.
• Access to social networks.
• Communication. If your TV has a camera, you can communicate via Skype.
• Games.
• View photos and videos.

Smart TV is a new use for the device. And access to the global network without leaving the big screen.

How to determine if there is a digital tuner on your TV

The built-in DVB-T2 receiver allows you to receive digital TV channels without a set-top box.The user only needs to install and configure the antenna for reliable broadcast reception. Such gadgets first appeared on the market in 2013 and such functionality was available in top models. Today there are many times more such TVs.

But not all brands are equipped with this convenience. How to find out if your TV receives digital television? You can determine availability by asking in the store or by looking at the instructions on the global network. It is also possible to check it in practice: connect the TV to a correctly configured over-the-air antenna and start auto-search.

NOTE. DVB-S2 standard channels have better quality and display the channel name and current program. There you can also watch a TV program with a description for the current week.

The conveniences of the built-in tuner are as follows:

• Only one remote control is used to change channels.
• The digital set-top box does not need to allocate additional space.
• Only the TV uses electricity.

Having decided to connect to digital television, you need to weigh all the advantages and disadvantages of the chosen method. We can only hope that the consumer, after reading the article, will make an informed, and most importantly, the right choice. Enjoy watching!