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What is the best cable box around ?
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jammy2007
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16. November 2007 @ 11:04 |
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Hi Guys
I am fairly new to posting on forums and a newbie when it comes to the technical side of cable boxes. I am looking to purchase a cable box and would like other members to give me advice on which one to buy! I am looking to buy in the next few weeks. I have done some research on the internet so I know the basics i.e what's available and the average prices and compatibility etc.
What is the best value for money?
Which is the easiest to set up ?(plug and play)
Is a Linux based box better to have ? anyone have any news on nagra encryption?
These are the sort of things I would like opinions on.
Thanks in advance for your posts?
Jammy2007
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saxobabe
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16. November 2007 @ 12:53 |
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"Thebox", is best and available on ebay. roughly £70-90 with postage.
Easy to use, UK sellers so easily to contact and fix problems if needed.
Dbox etc are 100% hard work i've read the forums and all people have is problems. The basic Dbox on ebay/net is not what you want as it needs lots of programs software put into the dbox for your area. It'll give you a headache.
Thebox is for anyone and everyone. Simple and fool proof. Plug it in and away you go.
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jammy2007
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17. November 2007 @ 05:11 |
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Do you own "The Box", Saxobabe?. Have you tried other boxes? I have done a fair bit of research on the Internet and it's quite funny as people have their own favourite and tend to say thats the best(i'm not saying that "The Box" isn't) As an impartial, as I dont own a box yet(will buy in the next 2 weeks) I have to look at the overall picture. From my findings it appears that the ITGate 220 or Dreambox seems the best, of course it is important to buy from a good dealer who offers good support.
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cueboy
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17. November 2007 @ 05:52 |
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I have iTgate 220, nice box. more future proof than starview/Eurovox as it's linux based.
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saxobabe
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17. November 2007 @ 16:40 |
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I've had a starview, and now got thebox. I've also order a Dbox from ebay via germany. been reading the threads and think i've got a crap dbox with only freeview channels. So i guess it will sit on the shelf and gather dust.
I bought the starview & thebox from the same supplier, got his moby number, emails and if i have trouble i call and its sorted within 1-2 days at most. very reliable.
So i would say thebox is better, but if you haven't tried something else then you cant judge.
But i paid £72 for thebox and well i will definately get my moneys worth.
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17. November 2007 @ 16:43 |
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The best box is simply the one that you are comfortable with in regards to outlay, ease of setup and viewing experience.
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jammy2007
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17. November 2007 @ 17:13 |
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Good point sc0user! The thing is you dont want to buy them all to find out! I might just bite the bullet and get an ITGate 220, it will cost more than the Starviews etc but will be futureproof incase encryption changes also has a USB port for connection to an external hard drive.
What box do you have sc0user?
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17. November 2007 @ 17:19 |
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A lot of different ones. If you are comfortable with a linux box go for it. But in terms of futureproof the Itgate is not the only one any linux or in many cases non linux boxes are fine with the correct firmware. Plug and play Eurovox is a good choice, but a linux box will have more support.
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saxobabe
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20. November 2007 @ 13:04 |
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Scouser,
I have just been given a Nokia Dbox and clueless with it.
Is there any chance you can help me?
I have telewest connection which is cable, the box i have is :::
Nokia Dbox with remote for satellite TV
MULTIMEDIA TERMINAL DVB BY NOKIA
flashed with latest DVB2000 Software (english Version)
receives all digital tv and radio channels from any satellite !
settings already installed (over 3000 channels)
Astra 19,2° / Astra 28,2° / Hotbird 13° and many more
Box is stable in debug mode, so you can change the software and the settings.
100 % tested and fully working. The lcd display has no pixel errors
I have no experience or knowledge at all with the Nokia Dbox so need an idiots guide on how to set up etc.
Any help is appreciated.
from a fellow scouser! c'mon you reds!!
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20. November 2007 @ 14:03 |
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Sorry but that is a satellite version of the Dbox that you have and has a DVB-S tuner, you are on cable and require a DVB-C box, (see you said you already have a Starview), so all is not lost. Sorry for the bad news.
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reeso
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8. December 2007 @ 11:26 |
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hi jammy2007
The best box has got to be the Dreambox 500-c cable receiver, I have had one for about a year now and i have to say it is still fantastic, I got mine from The Dreambox Store UK, They are quick, Helpful and see to your every needs, got to www.thedreamboxstore.co.uk, They are based in the uk aswell so you wont have any problems,
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jammy2007
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10. December 2007 @ 07:22 |
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Hi Reeso
I 'bit the bullet' last week and bought an itgate tgm 220. I find it very good and got the boxing on Saturday night aswell!. The only probs I have had is minor pixelations but this is probably due to the signal coming in (I also have broadband through the same splitter)They are similar boxes in spec but I am looking forward to playing around with it to see exactly what it can do.
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10. December 2007 @ 12:34 |
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In the settings Try changeing In the AV settings
Try changing from CVBS to RGB For best Itgate pic.................Paul
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jammy2007
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11. December 2007 @ 04:45 |
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Thanks. When I setup I selected RGB as my default. I presume this is saved from now or do I need to go into av settings every now and then?. Any other itgate tips for a newbie?
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dreamboxc
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13. December 2007 @ 01:56 |
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you can buy dreambox 500c cale receiver,it is good cable receiver.I have bought one,it is work to me very good.
haha
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cityboy36
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17. December 2007 @ 15:04 |
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hi lads just wondering if any1 can help me with this box ITGATE TGM 220 does it have on demand and is it better than a d box 2
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jammy2007
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19. December 2007 @ 09:06 |
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By on demand do you mean the Sky Movie channels you would normally have to pay extra for? It is a very good machine as I have watched some good programmes (ppv Boxing, Sky Movies - All channels, All sport channels inc Setanta sports & sky sports) need any other info?
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Higg07
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27. January 2008 @ 15:31 |
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Ive had the Nokia D box 2 for about 3 or 4 years. its never let me down, have all channels and all have greate pics. my make have a dreambox and his sky sports 1 and movies have terrible pics .
so id say Dbox all the way
Mon the Hoops
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