Mediasonic ATSC Digital Converter Box with TV Tuner Function (HW130RN)
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Purchase options and add-ons
Brand | Mediasonic |
Mounting Type | Coaxial,Surface Mount,Plug Mount |
Interface Type | USB, HDMI, Coaxial |
Number of Channels | 100 |
Product Dimensions | 5"L x 4"W |
About this item
- Receive Over-The-Air ATSC Digital Broadcast to your Analog and Digital TV, Projector, and Computer Monitor.
- TV Tuner Function, and USB Multimedia Function to play back Video, Music, Photo from USB drive.
- HDMI 1080P Output / Composite Out / Coaxial Output
- Mediasonic goal is to provide 100% satisfaction guarantee for Mediasonic product. For any reason, if you are not satisfied with Mediasonic product, please contact Mediasonic Store immediately using Amazon Contact Seller.
- Important Note: TV Recording function is disabled for this product, and it has 1 Year warranty from Mediasonic Store. Please Contact Mediasonic Store first for any Technical and Warranty Service
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Product details
- Product Dimensions : 5 x 4 x 1.5 inches; 4.64 ounces
- Item model number : HW130RN
- Date First Available : November 21, 2019
- Manufacturer : Mediasonic
- ASIN : B081TPB6D7
- Country of Origin : China
- Best Sellers Rank: #12,800 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
- Customer Reviews:
Product Description
Mediasonic HOMEWORX HW130RN is a digital converter box which converts Over-The-Air ATSC digital broadcast to your analog and digital TV. The built-in Multimedia function allows user to play back picture and video files via USB connection. Please Note: this converter box is designed to receive Over-The-Air signal, and it is not a replacement of cable box. External Antenna is required to connect to this converter box in order to receive signal.
Features:
TV Tuner Function: Additional TV Tuner for your TV. Some TV does not have built-in TV Tuner; this will be an add-on to your TV. For example: It works with VIZIO TV
EPG (Electronic Program Guide) and program information
Favorite Channel List
Parental Control Function
Closed Caption
EAS (Emergency Alert System) to alert you any emergency information from TV station
TV Real Time and Schedule Recording (Require USB 2.0 or 3.0 external hard drive)
Timing Start up and Shut down
Auto, 16:9 Pillar Box, 16:9 Pan G Scan, 4:3 Letter Box, 4:3 Pan G Scan, 4:3 Full, 16:9 Wide Screen
TV Recording function is disabled
Package Content
Main Unit x 1
AC Power Adapter x 1
Remote Control x 1
AV Cable x 1
User Manual
Warranty and Technical Support Email
support@mediasonicusa.com
1 Year Warranty from Mediasonic Store
Important Note:
This converter box is designed to receive Over-The-Air signal, and it is not a replacement of cable box. External Antenna is required to connect to this converter box in order to receive signal. This product does NOT Work with TIVO and cable company such as Comcast, DirecTV, DISH Network, Time Warner Cable, etc. In general, this product does NOT work with encrypted cable signal
From the manufacturer
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Receive Local TV ChannelMediasonic ATSC digital TV converter box converts over-the-air ATSC digital TV broadcast to your analog and digital TV, projector, and computer monitor. It supports up to 1080P |
USB Multi-Media FunctionHW130STB allows you to playback Music / Audio / Video File from USB 2.5" / 3.5" external hard drive or USB Flash Drive |
TV Tuner FunctionHW130STB can be additional TV Tuner to your TV. If your TV does not have TV tuner, it can act as a receiver for over-the-air TV channel. If your TV already has a tuner, you can watch TV using existing tuner, and use this box to record another channel. |
Easy InstallationYou can connect HW130STB to your TV by either HDMI or Composite or Coaxial port. |
Additional Features:
- TV Tuner Function: Add additional Tuner to your TV, some TV does not have built-in tuner, this can be an add-on to your TV. eg: compatible with VIZIO TV
- 12 hr. AM / PM time display
- EPG (Electronic Program Guide) and program information.
- Favorite Channel List
- Parental Control Function
- Closed Caption
- EAS (Emergency Alert System) to alert you any emergency information from TV station
- Real Time and Schedule Recording
- This product ONLY work for ATSC signal. It will work in USA / Canada / Mexico / Bahamas / Dominican Republic / Suriname. For other countries, please check with your local TV signal before purchase this item.
Important Note:
This converter box is designed to receive Over-The-Air TV signal, and it is not a replacement of cable box. External Antenna is required to connect to this converter box in order to receive signal. This product does Not Work with TIVO and cable company such as Comcast, DirecTV, DISH Network, Time Warner Cable, etc. In general, this product does not work with encrypted cable signal.
Important Note:
- This product is Brand NEW
Important Note:
- NO TV Recording for this unit
- Last Update: 2020-12-17
- Use this manufacture product information as the latest update.
- Disregard the information in other section. Somehow, the info is not updated accordingly.
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Case Material | ABS Plastic | Metal | ABS Plastic | ABS |
Power | External | Internal | External | Internal |
Product Size (Inch) | 5 x 4 x 1.5 | 7.5 x 4.5 x 1.5 | 5 x 4 x 1.5 | 8.8 x 7.8 x 1.8 |
TV Tuner | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Progressive Scan |
Media Player | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | USB Multimedia |
TV Recording | ✓ | ✓ | No | HDMI / AV / Coaxial Output |
Condition | New | New | New | New |
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Customers like the ease of use, value, and picture quality of the electronic signal converter. For example, they mention it's easy to set up, simple, and provides a clear picture. That said, some complain about the performance, audio quality, and power. Opinions are mixed on quality and channels.
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Customers find the electronic signal converter easy to set up and use. They appreciate the simple, on-screen menus and the comprehensive remote control. They say it's user friendly for air TV users and has an on-screen program guide.
"...The digital picture looks good on the TV and the installation was straight forward...." Read more
"...Also only one on the market that has an on screen program guide & a signal reader which means there is no more guessing when trying to find the..." Read more
"Great product easy install" Read more
"Very user friendly for air tv users." Read more
Customers like the value of the electronic signal converter. They say it works great for the money, and is easy to install and use.
"...on off is a bit slow to react but all in all works good and as for price point, it's a great product." Read more
"...This box meets expectations for the price. The digital picture looks good on the TV and the installation was straight forward...." Read more
"...You can expect a wide variance in product quality. This review is about my unit in particular...." Read more
"...cut the chord and am using this Mediasonic OTA DVR, for the price it works great. Unfortunately, it does not satisfy my needs...." Read more
Customers like the picture quality of the electronic signal converter. They say it presents a clear picture, has amazing HD resolution, and produces 1080p recordings. Some customers also mention that the channel quality is decent on some channels, while others find it better on others.
"...This box meets expectations for the price. The digital picture looks good on the TV and the installation was straight forward...." Read more
"...I did purchase a HDMI cable separately just to be sure. The channel quality is decent on some channels, better on others...." Read more
"...with the same antenna on my $200 projector produces a better aired picture quality than my 4k Samsung TV without one...." Read more
"...The recording and playback are a pain but it does present a clear picture, yet there is little else you can do when recording...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the signal converter. Some mention that it works great, while others say that it stopped working after 30 days. Some customers also say that the product is unreliable and broke after a year of use.
"...Our cable input fitting broke and this hooked up to the HDMI and works great...." Read more
"...didn't want to wait or try my luck again with what I feel is an unreliable product, and the seller quickly obliged, saying I should simply recycle..." Read more
"...It allows you to convert coaxial to HDMI. It worked perfectly. I did purchase a HDMI cable separately just to be sure...." Read more
"...The recording and playback are a pain but it does present a clear picture, yet there is little else you can do when recording...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the channels. Some mention it picks up all channels in their area, while others say it only picks 4 channels. The audio on the box is choppy and sounds like it is switching. Some customers also say the UI is super old and it's impossible to even receive stations from 30 miles away.
"...It found the local stations with no issue with just an indoor antenna. The remote control buttons are sometimes not as responsive as I would like...." Read more
"UI was super old. Picked up zero of my digital cable channels that even my digital tuner in my tv could receive. Super let down." Read more
"...Definitely boosts signal compared to any other non wifi boxes on the market which is surprisingly limited & while the remote is still strictly IR,..." Read more
"...sometimes when you are pointing it directly at the box it still won’t receive the signal...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the electronic signal converter. They mention that the remote control is a little laggy, finicky, and takes a time to make changes. Some say that the range of the remote is very little, and that it doesn't work on a long distance. Overall, some customers are disappointed with the product's performance.
"...has to be pointed directly at the receiver to work and power on off is a bit slow to react but all in all works good and as for price point, it's a..." Read more
"...The remote control buttons are sometimes not as responsive as I would like. Because of this, I gave this 4 stars...." Read more
"...Unfortunately, it does not satisfy my needs. First, the remote has very little range in its use, I have gotten around this with my Logitech Harmony..." Read more
"...The only thing I would add is a better timed recording menu...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the audio quality of the electronic signal converter. They mention that the sound lags behind the video, and the talking is not in sync. Some customers also report that the noise in the audio is louder than the actual audio.
"...briefly registered four channels with pretty poor picture and lots of visual noise...." Read more
"...Now back to the problems I mentioned at the start. The video jitter is _not_ present when I play back the recordings on a computer...." Read more
"...They sound terrible. Only buy units with isolated DC power adaptors to eliminate that problem...." Read more
"...The audio falls out of sync again within about 30 minutes. Junk." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the power of the electronic signal converter. They mention that it stopped working and would turn off every few minutes. Some customers also report that the power supply failed.
"...disconnecting and reconnecting the cable and adapter, the box just shut off entirely and would not turn back on, neither with the remote nor with..." Read more
"...4 years and sometimes it sat for long periods of time... it recently stopped powering on...." Read more
"...Product also broke after one year of use. It just won't power on anymore. Can't really expect much from this though, cheap product that doesn't last." Read more
"...I bought a new and different brand tv tuner and it too has a power issue...." Read more
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This box meets expectations for the price. The digital picture looks good on the TV and the installation was straight forward. It found the local stations with no issue with just an indoor antenna. The remote control buttons are sometimes not as responsive as I would like. Because of this, I gave this 4 stars. It meets my expectations, but does not exceed them.
After getting the product, which had a certified refurbished sticker, all the fixins' and the box in near-new condition, I hooked it up (following the directions to a T) to my antenna and projector. It very briefly registered four channels with pretty poor picture and lots of visual noise. I will admit this could be partially due to the antenna and, of course, my location; I can't blame the box for that with any certainty. I do live in a veritable television no-man's land despite being in a small-ish city; I'm surrounded by the mighty Ozarks and 60 miles, minimum, from any major TV station.
What I can definitely blame on this product: After maybe 15-20 minutes of trying to adjust the picture and move the antenna around, disconnecting and reconnecting the cable and adapter, the box just shut off entirely and would not turn back on, neither with the remote nor with the button on the device. There was no visible damage to the device and I was careful not to harm it at all while working with it. I reconnected the adapter many times and used several power outlets without success. Also, even while the adapter was working, it was way too easy to accidentally pull it out of the electrical socket and it needed to be re-plugged several times for that reason. The prongs must be too narrow or something.
The complaints about the remote are also very valid; it was usable (while the device was working, that is) but you do have to click it almost right next to the box. I was OK with that since I use a projector—it's much closer to where I sit than a real TV would be—but it was annoying nonetheless. I didn't get to the point of removing the cover to expose the sensor for better responsiveness like one reviewer suggested since it powered off before I was able to get it to serve its purpose well.
After the box turned off and it became clear that no amount of trying would make it turn back on, I contacted Amazon support and the seller. The seller responded very quickly and offered to replace the item after Amazon helped me troubleshoot. I asked for a refund instead because I didn't want to wait or try my luck again with what I feel is an unreliable product, and the seller quickly obliged, saying I should simply recycle the broken box. I really appreciate the seller's kindness and quick response even though the product didn't work out.
I have ordered a used, more well-known, and older brand of set-top box from eBay for about the same price and am hoping for a better experience despite the used status. Unfortunately, my impulse to buy this value brand may mean I won't catch the Super Bowl on TV this year. Don't make my mistake, much less if you need the device in a hurry! If you have time to mess around with it and replace it if you need to, it may be worth trying based on the positive reviews.
The recording and playback are a pain but it does present a clear picture, yet there is little else you can do when recording.
The biggest dissatisfaction is the EPG (Electronic Program Guide), it does not provide a Grid guide listing channels and time in one grid, it instead lists an individual channel and the current and upcoming shows. As you look to the other channels in the guide it changes the channel to what the guide is currently displaying. Because of the technology, I understand why its doing this, yet it is not the way I want to experience my TV.
The alternatives I am looking at are at least 6 to 8 times the price, and many require an additional subscription to get the EPG experience I seek.
For the Price, I will keep it as a backup when I make the upgrade.
I am also looking for a Pro in my area to help upgrade the antenna before buying the much more expensive solution. At best, I receive 90 channels, any wind or raindrops that down significantly to 75 with pixalation on channels received.