No, most TV’s are capable of receiving the signal from the set-top box. The minimum requirement being that the TV can be tuned to receive a UHF signal. All late model TV’s can be hooked up through the AV inputs.

The set-top box converts the digital signal into a form suitable for viewing on a television. It also outputs an audio format that can be connected to a home theatre system or stereo

You cannot record programs on a standard set-top box but there are recordable set-top boxes available at an extra cost. These set-top boxes, known as PVR’s, have an in-built hard drive similar to a computer.

No, unlike Pay TV the only cost incurred is in the setting up and installation of the equipment. The equipment also all belongs to you.

Yes you can. The downside is that you can only watch the same channel that the set-top box is set on.

There are various radio stations available on the set-top box which can be hooked up through your stereo or home theatre system. The TV is not required to be on to listen to the radio stations through an external sound system.

Yes, a TiVo box works with cable, satellite, roof-top antenna and can also be used in a set up that includes VCRs and DVD players. If you are a current or future DIRECTV customer there is a DIRECTV DVR with TiVo service that combines these services into one set-top box. If you are already committed to another satellite provider, you may want to consider using the DVR they offer for convenience and to prevent new set up costs.

The markers are no longer made so the only way you can find one "NiB" would be to find a retailer that still has it in stock. At this point (late 2006) there are many left out there, however they will disappear very quickly since they are much cheaper than the NXT models. (Their price was decreased several months ago to the current price of $550 in anticipation of the NXT).

If your TV set is cable-ready, no box is needed for Economy Theater or Economy Plus Theater service. A box is required for digital programming.

Should a new version of set top box be introduced, COGECO will not upgrade your existing purchased equipment. however, we do guarantee that your existing box will continue to deliver the services to which you currently subscribe for three years after purchase.

Many areas in New Zealand receive poor TV signal. With digital satellite reception however it is perfect where ever you live. Satellite reception is perfect anywhere in NZ, even in current "poor signal" areas. Digital satellite TV also offers different channels with more becoming available all the time. ...[more]

It depends on how long it's been since you last used it and how old it is. The best bet is to start it running, see if the software can be updated off-air and then do a "scan for channels" and see what happens. [Top]

Yes. You are free to buy a Set Top Box in which case you need not pay the security deposit or the rental. For this purpose you will need to ascertain the selling price from your MSO/Cable Operator.

The DTTV STB and the PAY TV STB is not the same thing. The Mr Antenna technician will be able to interconnect your DTTV and Pay STBs when on site.

The service O2 TV uses the set-top-box iCAN 3800TW - IP. The equipment has one Ethernet port for connection to the data network, two SCART sockets for connecting the television and DVD player or VCR. Owners of new televisions will appreciate the presence of an HDMI interface. An interface for the transmission of audio (left and right channel) or optical output SPDIF also comes as standard.

No. Set-top converter boxes should make it possible to receive DTV (including HDTV) programs on your current analog TV set (converter boxes are not yet being sold). However, you will be viewing this programming in the traditional analog standard. To get the full benefit of DTV (including digital Surround Sound), you will need a new DTV-capable TV receiver.

TV converter boxes are expected to be available in early 2008 at retailers where you would normally buy consumer electronics products. Before shopping for your converter box, you might want to call ahead to make sure retailers have converter boxes available.

There are a few Televisions available now which contains built-in digital decoders. LG Electronics make a set with a built-in SkyDigital decoder, and Hitachi make a set with a built in ONdigital decoder. The Hitachi set cannot receive the ONdigital channels you have to pay for - an upgrade module will be available in the summer which plugs into the back to let you receive these channels, if you subscribe to them.

When installing the TV Ears Professional System, make sure that the 6" Patch Cord clicks into place in both the Transmitter and Power Stacker. If you still experience difficulties please contact our Technical Support at (866) 611-9944.

You can receive all freeview channels and radios on your area, please visit www.freeiview.co.uk to check how many channels your area could received.

Despite the fact that many VCRs and TVs have an expanded range tuner, they are not capable of descrambling certain high band signals such as those used for pay TV channels -- that's what the set-up box does.

See also Events at http://CoolPageHelp.com. Events cannot be initiated from a Text Box. But a Text Box can be manipulated by an event from another object such as an invisible object or an image. Do the following to find out or change the Name of a Text Box (e.g. 'Element' number if not renamed), so it can be selected as Target Object of certain Event Types. Select the Text Box, and then choose Object from Edit menu.

No. You can choose to put a digital set-top box in just one room in your home or every room. In rooms that do not have the box, you will be able to receive the Basic and Plus Cable Packages but you will not have access to receive any digital service or premiums.

You will only need a Digital Set Top Box for any television that you want digital service on. For all other televisions in the residence you can hook them directly to the wall (cable drop) and get Premium Cable at no extra charge.

When the set top is powered off, it is really off and no video will pass through to the television. This is the configuration that is recommended by the manufacturer of the set top.

Information on the new Solus card agreement can be accessed via the following link: http://www.free2view.tv

If you are still within the warranty period for the set, contact Sony for help and advice. Ifthe system has not been tampered with, the defect could lie in the audio speakers. The Plasma TV Forum is an accumulation of the replies from Plasma TV Buying Guide. If your query is not listed here, fill in the 'Ask a Question' page. You should get a reply within 3-5 days. Queries are addressed by the Editors of the Plasma TV Buying Guide The WEGA KE-32TS2 does not have a PC input.

The Game Lounge service when launched on 1/24/2007 will support selected interactive receivers. (select D10/D11/D12 models) We are targeting September 2007 as the month that all interactive receivers will support Game Lounge. When you tune to channel 110, if your receiver supports Game Lounge, you will view the main page. If your receiver will support Game Lounge in the future, you will see the 'Coming Soon' message when you tune to channel 110.