Digital tuner - a must for modern TVs

A digital tuner is an important component, without which most modern channels can not be received. For the uninitiated, the choice of such a device becomes a big problem. Within the framework of this article, recommendations will be given regarding its selection, as well as connection and configuration. There really is a lot of nuances about which not everyone knows, including the seller in the store.

Kinds

The digital tuner can be structurally represented in three versions:

• A separate device;
• An additional module installed in the television receiver;
• An expansion board for a computer or laptop.

The first option has so far been the most widespread. It allows you to set DVB-T2 broadcasting standard not only on new TVs, but also on older ones, which have connectors for connecting type "SCART" or "tulip". In the second case, it is a module that is installed in a special expansion slot of the TV. By default, most new devices are already equipped with them. But in order to open the encoded channels, this module is needed. Not quite a convenient solution, which can only be used on modern TV models. In the latter case, and so everything is clear - the channels can be viewed on a stationary PC or laptop. While this practice has not been widely spread, and its prospects are rather vague. Therefore, the expression "digital tuner" for today implies a separate device for receiving the encoded signal, which stands next to the TV.

How to choose?

Before visiting the store, it is necessary to study in detail the interfaces for connecting the TV. Now most often for the switching of such devices is used "tulip" (aka RCA). Less common is "SCART". Perhaps, soon there will be models that will be equipped with "HDMI", but they are not yet available. Well, since not every TV has the first type of socket, then when selecting it, you need to specify which types of connections the digital tuner supports. It is important that its output and TV input are the same. The second important factor in choosing such a device is the equipment. It would be better if all the necessary wires were assembled. The next point to consider is the presence of an information indicator on the front panel. In some cases, the information on it is irreplaceable. Go buy is not recommended. It is better, after a preliminary choice, to study the reviews about it. If positive - you can buy. But in the opposite case it is better to continue the search.

Connect and configure

All digital tuners are connected as follows. One wire is power. It connects the outlet to 220 volts and the receptacle socket. The second is needed to connect the TV and the tuner. This can be "SCART" or "tulip". A wire from the antenna is connected to the special socket. Next, you need to turn on the power switch on the back of its case. After that, the remote control is given a command to turn on. After downloading, you need to find the item "Auto-search" in the menu and start it. The receiver will then search for channels. If the version of its software is not the latest, then all the latest updates will be downloaded via the digital broadcasting network. After the end of all the above procedures, the receiver will turn on the first channel found. Then, switching channels, you can see everything that he found.

Conclusion

A digital tuner for a TV is an important component, without which it is impossible to imagine its operation. These recommendations for selection, connection and configuration will greatly simplify the launch of the device.