DFWDraco76
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| [DTV] Digital TV Converter Boxes
So I guess I'm a tightwad... We decided not to get cable or satellite or FIOS TV when we bought our house 6 months ago, and now the thought of forking over an extra $60-$80/mo for something we don't use often seems pretty ridiculous. (though I'm still jonesing for a dvr!!) So we're using the antenna that's up in the attic.
I got my Digital TV converter box coupons in the mail last week, and am trying to decide which box to buy. Does anybody have firsthand experience with this stuff? What should I be looking for to differentiate between the available models? I haven't had much time to shop around yet, but at first glance they all look pretty much the same...
EDIT: here is a list of eligible converter boxes.
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DFWDraco76
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wings10
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I would think there is no difference in them? Just stick with a name brand and you will be fine.
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tim_k
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I just went to the local Walmart. They only had one model so the decision was easy.  |
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DFWDraco76
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Finally found what I was looking for:
»en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison···CB_units
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You will gain certain "Digital cable" like features, such as the electronic program guide, etc. with the box too. It will not be a bad purchase. |
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wings10
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| I seen one and was impressed. Connected to standard "rabbit ears" it picked up 26 channels. (Could not pick up any CBS). The picture was amazing and it has an on screen guide and Channel/Program ID like DirecTV and DISH has. Anyone that uses OTA broadcasts will not be disappointed.
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mudturtle74
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I bought two different models so far:
Magnavox model TB100MW9
WalMart for $50
No bells and whistles, just the basic tuner
Has signal strength function
Has on-screen program guide
Insignia model NS-DSA1
Best Buy for $60
Has volume control
Can delete unwanted channels
Can program remote to control you TV On/Off control
Has Favorites button
Has on-screen program guide
Has signal strength function
I think that the Insignia is worth the extra $10 for the extra features.
It seems to be a little better receiver to bring in weaker stations. |
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DFWDraco76
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| cool, thanks.
I try to avoid Wal-Mart (aka "The Evil Empire") whenever possible...
I haven't bought one yet. Hoping to get one this week though...
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eX_NihiLo
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Louisville, CO | reply to DFWDraco76
I'd wait til the DTVPAL »www.ezdigitaltv.com/DISH_Network_DTVPal.html put out by DishNetwork is in stock next month since it has Analog Pass-thru and an Event Timer. |
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DFWDraco76
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clubs: | that's actually the one I've had my eye on -- if I can wait that long... |
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wings10
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Zenith has a nice box for $60. |
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DFWDraco76
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| which model, and where is it available?
anybody know if Target is or will be selling any converters?
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wings10
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clubs: | Circuit City has the Zenith box. |
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eX_NihiLo
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Louisville, CO | The Zenith at CC and the Insignia at BB are the same thing made by LG Electronics. |
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Hayward
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said by DFWDraco76  What should I be looking for to differentiate between the available models?
[/BQUOTE :Does it REALLY matter vs SOMETHING for as close to NOTHING at all.. would one added feature for 50 cents a month or jusat upfront $45 vs $40 be a deal killer? --
»haywardm.com (Hayward's Key West)
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DFWDraco76
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clubs: | I was asking about features, not prices. |
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dishfish
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Here's a review of the 2 boxes I got. They work great!
»reviews.cnet.com/tv-hdtv-tuners-···od.txt.1 |
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DFWDraco76
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Well I finally got around to buying a Zenith DTT900 from Circuit City yesterday. WOW! I was so afraid the old antenna we have up in the attic would need to be replaced - but we've got way more channels now than we did before, even when we weed out all the Spanish ones. And they're so clear.... I'm jazzed!
I went ahead and preordered an Echostar DTVPal; when it arrives the DTT900 will be demoted to the bedroom.
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