What is a Set-top Box?
A Set-top box
(STB) or Set-top unit (STU) is an information appliance device that generally
contains a TV tuner input and displays output connects to a television set and
an external source of signal, turning the source signal into content in a form
that can then be displayed on the television screen or other display device.
They are used in cable television, satellite television, and over the air television
systems, as well as other uses.
Features of Set Top Boxes
The multiple
features of Digital
Set Top Box (STB) enhance your experience with your cable TV like never
before. The advanced features of the STB have been developed to respond to your
needs and give you the freedom to customize your entertainment world, your way!
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ELECTRONIC
PROGRAM GUIDE (EPG)
Electronic
Program Guide (EPG) is a guide which enables viewers to view programs,
information and other options of interest without disrupting the program they
are viewing. The EPG displays the name, start time, and date of all programs
and also upcoming programs of all pay channels including their synopsis.
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INFORMATION
BANNERS
The
on screen information banner allows the viewer to browse the schedule listing
for the channel they want to watch. It also provides short program descriptions
without disturbing their viewing.
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PARENTAL
CONTROLS
This
feature empowers subscriber to set the password and block channels with certain
ratings values from being viewed. Best applied to keep parental control over
children regarding the channels viewable by them.
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LANGUAGE
SELECTION
This
feature empowers subscriber to watch his favorite channels in his preferred
language, if there is multiple language audio broadcast from the broadcaster.
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Favourites
The 'favorites’ feature lets you
choose your favorite channels, making them quicker to access – handy with the
wide range of digital channels on offer.
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Timer
This
lets you program the box to switch between channels at a certain time – handy
if you want to record from more than one channel while you're out. You'll still
need to program your VCR or DVD
recorder too.
Current
digital TV operators and their products in market are:
1. Set Top
Box – Siti Digital, In Cable Net, DigiCable, Hathway, and Den
2. Tata Sky –
Tata Sky (Standard), Tata Sky HD, Tata Sky+ HD
3. Dish TV –
Dish TV (Standard), DishPlus, Dish truHD Plus
4. Videocon
D2H – Digital, HD Digital, HD Digital Video Recorder
5. Airtel –
Digital TV, Digital TV HD, Digital TV HD Recorder
6. Reliance
Big DTH – Standard, HD, HD with recording
Below mentioned is the TV set top box price offered by Videocon D2H which you can select and buy.
Price List of various Digital Set Top boxes
Set Top Boxes List
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Price (Approx.)
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Videocon d2h SD Digital Set Top Box
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MRP Rs. 1620.00/-
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Videocon d2h 4k Ultra HD Box
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MRP Rs. 6590.00/-
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Videocon d2h HD Digital Set Top Box
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MRP Rs. 1820.00/-
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Videocon d2h HD Digital Set Top Box with Unlimited Recording
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MRP Rs. 1920.00/-
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Airtel DTH Digital TV+
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MRP Rs. 1740.00/-
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Airtel DTH Digital TV HD+
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MRP Rs. 1880.00/-
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Airtel DTH Digital TV HD Recorder
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MRP Rs. 4990.00/-
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Tata Sky SD Set Top Box
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MRP Rs. 1600.00/-
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Tata Sky 4k Ultra HD Box
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MRP Rs. 6400.00/-
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Tata Sky HD+ PVR Recorder
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MRP Rs. 7400.00/-
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Tata Sky HD+ PVR Recorder with Mic & Karaoke 1 month
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MRP Rs. 8100.00/-
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DishTV Dish+ Recorder Set Top Box
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MRP Rs. 1600.00/-
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DishTV TruHD+ Recorder Set Top Box
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MRP Rs. 2000.00/-
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