Review of the MVision HD200 - HD Digital Free Satellite Receiver with USB Recording A54HY
First and foremost a Freesat Receiver the MVision HD200 - HD Digital Free Satellite Receiver with USB Recording A54HY is also another fantastic personal video recorder.
The MVision HD200 - HD Digital Free Satellite Receiver with USB Recording A54HY is the perfect entertainment item to make use of an old sky dish that is not being used any more. Once plugged in to a satellite dish this receiver will connect to 250 free-to-air digital channels and HD broadcasts from the Astra 28.2E satellite. It has selectable resolution output including; 1080i, 720p, 576p, 480p, 576i and 480i which means you can adjust the resolution to suit whatever you watch perfectly. Its personal video recording function works through a USB connection when an external hard drive is connected. It will then record both digital television from high definition and standard definition formats, and with an external hard drive of your choice the storage size is limitless! It has 1 Conax Slot smart card in case you would like to make any channel additions via pay-monthly options. You can upgrade the software that this receiver uses through the USB port. There is parental guide and rating control features too which means this is a safe FreeSat option if you have young children in the house. Lastly the connectivity of this receiver is excellent meaning ease of use for you with its HDMI, Component, Scart and composite video outputs. The MVision HD200 - HD Digital Free Satellite Receiver with USB Recording A54HY also has 1 Common Interface (CI) for Viaccess, Irdeto, Cryptoworks, Nagravision, Conax, Mediaguard etc
Where to buy the MVision HD200 - HD Digital Free Satellite Receiver with USB Recording A54HY
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
| Maplin | £179.99 | More information available at Maplin.co.uk |  |
Review of the Lyngbox LB-1 Digital Satellite Terrestrial Receiver with 160GB HDD A40JQ
There are many models to consider when looking for a reliable PVR recorder and the Lyngbox LB-1 Digital Satellite Terrestrial Receiver with 160GB HDD A40JQ is definitely no exception!
The Lyngbox LB-1 Digital Satellite Terrestrial Receiver with 160GB HDD A40JQ is a top of the range HDTV receiver and recorder that is sure to be loved by anyone who owns it. It features automatic satellite and channel installations, real time channel listing and program updates plus access to some exclusive web services. You can create favourite lists which can be personalised and managed over the internet and you can also access remote recordings from PC over the internet too meaning it also works as a media streamer! The PVR has a impressive 160gb memory which will allow hours and hours of TV storage plus there is a USB port for expandable memory via a external hard drive, meaning the amount of footage this player can actually record is limitless. There are 2 Common Interface slots for easy expansion of channel possibilities plus there is great connectivity to make it easy to connect this receiver to your TV. The connection terminals are; HDMI, Component, SCART and composite video outputs. Plus there is an Optical digital audio output. The Lyngbox LB-1 Digital Satellite Terrestrial Receiver with 160GB HDD A40J comes with a remote control which will control this player, your TV and your DVD player. Also this player lets you time shift live TV which is always a useful function, this means you can play and rewind whenever you like even if what you are watching is live!
Where to buy the Lyngbox LB-1 Digital Satellite Terrestrial Receiver with 160GB HDD A40JQ
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
| Maplin | £449.99 | More information available at Maplin.co.uk |  |
Review of the Topfield HD Digital Satellite Twin Tuner 320GB PVR A22JH
The Topfield HD Digital Satellite Twin Tuner 320GB PVR A22JH is a reliable and well designed personal video recorder and digital receiver that with its 320gb hard drive is great value for money.
It can record both high definition and standard definition channels on to its hard drive via a twin tuner which allows you to either record to channels at once or watch one and record another at the same time! With 320gb of storage space the Topfield HD Digital Satellite Twin Tuner 320GB PVR A22JH can store up to 80 hours of HD recording or 200 hours of SD footage, which should be more than enough to keep your entire household happy. It has HD upscaling for SD channels which means that picture quality will be improved through an HDMI or component connection to your HD television. It has multiple resolution options including 1080p, 576p, 480p, 576i, and 480i. It also includes a HDMI-digital interface for perfect transmission of both visuals and audio that pass through the receiver. It has a USB output for connection to other digital devices such as your MP3 player or digital camera, where you should then be able to playback MP3’s or DivX files. There is an electronic programme guide built-in to the TV tuner which means you can chose exactly what you want to watch and when you want to record something in advance! There is also a parental lock facility which makes this a safe TV tuner for a family with young children. There is easy connectivity with this receiver too. It has a HDMI, 2 x SCART, Component, S-Video and Composite video outputs and an Optical digital audio output.
Where to buy the Topfield HD Digital Satellite Twin Tuner 320GB PVR A22JH
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
| Maplin | £349.99 | More information available at Maplin.co.uk |  |
Review of the Goodmans freesat HD Satellite Receiver A00JH
Looking for a reliable and affordable Free sat receiver? The Goodmans freesat HD Satellite Receiver A00JH is now on sale at Maplins and is definitely worth a look.
The Goodmans freesat HD Satellite Receiver A00JH is an HD satellite receive that offers both superb quality standard definition and high definition picture quality. It is an official freesatHD receiver and is ready to receive over 150 free-to-air digital channels and HD broadcasters from the Astra 28.2E satellite. It has a useful 7 day electronic programme guide for easy planning of what you want to watch and when, in advance. It has HD upscaling to increase standard definition channels to 1080p resolution and it improves picture quality through HDMI or component connections. To pre-load your regions channels is really simple and the Goodmans freesat HD Satellite Receiver A00JH allows you to simply enter your postcode and away you go! There is automatic scan and detection of new channels which means there is absolutely no hassle in ensuring you receive all the channels available to you. There is a RJ45 connection for upgrade of software and provision of future features too. With a 2 year warranty, Goodmans promises this receiver to be highly reliable and an entertainment product that you will love and come to depend on! It has great connectivity with an HDMI and two scart ouputs as well as a Dolby digital audio output.
If you know someone else who doesn’t have digital TV yet, then the Goodmans freesat HD Satellite Receiver A00JH would be a really nice and unusual gift.
Where to buy the Goodmans freesat HD Satellite Receiver A00JH
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
| Maplin | £99.99 | Further details on the Maplins website now |  |
Review of the Passion+ HD Satellite Receiver for Free Digital TV with USB Recording A50HX
The Passion+ HD Satellite Receiver for Free Digital TV with USB Recording A50HX is an excellent personal video recorder that will record both standard and high definition channels onto for you to enjoy at later date. It has a twin tuner too which means you can have simultaneous recording and viewing of two channels at once.
The Passion+ HD Satellite Receiver for Free Digital TV with USB Recording A50HX has a whopping 320gb hard drive for storage of 80 hours of high definition programs or 200 hours of standard definition. You can also pause and rewind live TV with this player, and the twin tuners give you free access to over 40 freeview channels. Plus there is a USB port for playback of MP3 and DivX files. The Passion+ - HD Satellite Receiver for Free Digital TV with USB Recording A50HX has multiple output resolutions for whatever media you may choose to view, these include; 1080i, 720p, 576p, 480p, 576i, and 480i. There are 2 CI slots for pay-satellite channels as well as 2 scart connections, component, s-video, and composite video outputs for excellent connectivity.
When watching standard definition television channels the Passion+ HD Satellite Receiver for Free Digital TV with USB Recording A50HX also has the ability to upscale to high definition through a HDMI-digital interface which will allow crystal clear and vivid imagery. If you know anyone who hasn’t yet made the switch to digital then this would make a great gift that is both unusual and very handy! Once you have a PVR in your house, you won’t ever want to live without one.
Where to buy the Passion+ HD Satellite Receiver for Free Digital TV with USB Recording A50HX
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
| Maplin | £149.99 | Further details on the Maplins website now |  |
Review of the Innovation - HD Satellite Receiver with USB Recording Function A51HX
If you are looking to make the most out of a redundant sky satellite dish then the best thing to do is invest in a freesat receiver and the Innovation - HD Satellite Receiver with USB Recording Function A51HX one of several great freesat receivers to consider.
The Innovation - HD Satellite Receiver with USB Recording Function A51HX is an HD satellite receiver that offers both superb quality standard definition and high definition picture quality. It has HD upscaling to increase standard definition channels to 1080p resolution and it improves picture quality through HDMI or component connections. There is automatic scan and detection of new channels which means there is absolutely no hassle in ensuring you receive all the channels available to you. In total in can receiver over 250 free-to-air channels for you to enjoy. It can act as a personal video recorder to if you plug in an external hard drive via USB. It has 2 USB connections for recording and software updates and playing of media formats saved on USB memory sticks (such as MP3 files). The receiver has multiple output resolutions for the differing formats you may wish to view via the receiver these include; 1080i, 720p, 576p, 480p, 576i and 480i. It has 2-CI slots and 2-embedded card readers for pay-for satellite channels which you may want to add to your free to view package. This receiver comes with a very handy remote control to make use as simple as possible and means once settled enjoying the 250 plus channels you won’t have to move!
Where to buy the Innovation - HD Satellite Receiver with USB Recording Function A51HX
| Retailer | Price | Other Info | |
| Maplin | £179.99 | Further details on the Maplins website now |  |