This category covers digital TV receivers and reception accessories: terrestrial DVB-T2, satellite and cable set-top boxes. They suit anyone whose television has no suitable tuner, or who wants recording and extra features. Our range includes over 50 products, with brands such as Megasat, WIWA, Panasonic and TechniSat.
How to choose a TV receiver
Signal type. Start with how you receive television: through an indoor or outdoor aerial, a satellite dish or a cable connection. Terrestrial broadcasts need DVB-T2, satellite needs DVB-S2 and cable needs DVB-C. A receiver built for one standard will not pick up another.
Picture and codecs. Current broadcasts often use the HEVC (H.265) codec, so an older receiver without it may not show every channel. If your television has a 4K screen, choose a receiver that can output that resolution.
Connections. A modern television needs only HDMI, while an older one may call for SCART. A USB port is needed for recording and playing files, a CI slot takes modules for encrypted channels, and Ethernet or Wi-Fi opens up online apps.
Recording and extras. Recording programmes usually requires a receiver with a USB port and an external drive. An electronic programme guide (EPG), pause function and a comfortable remote are worth having. A weak signal is fixed by a better aerial, amplifier or cable, not by the receiver.
Brands we carry
- Megasat: German brand known for satellite TV receivers and dishes.
- TechniSat: German manufacturer known for satellite, cable and terrestrial receivers, including models with recording.
- Panasonic: Japanese manufacturer best known for televisions and video recording equipment.
- Kathrein: German company specialising in aerials and satellite reception equipment.
- Schwaiger: German manufacturer offering aerial cables, amplifiers and other signal accessories.
- Opticum Red, Xoro, Strong and Imperial: makers of digital TV receivers from Germany and Austria.
Also in our range: WIWA, Esperanza and Blow.
Frequently asked questions about TV receivers
Does my television need a separate TV receiver?
Not always. Most televisions made in recent years have a built-in DVB-T2 tuner, so a set-top box is mainly useful for an older model or when you want recording and extra features. Check the supported standards in your television's specification.
What is the difference between DVB-T2 and DVB-S2?
DVB-T2 is for terrestrial television received through an aerial, while DVB-S2 is for satellite television that needs a dish and a LNB. The two standards are not compatible, so choose the receiver according to your signal source.
Can I record programmes with a TV receiver?
Yes, if the receiver has a USB port and a recording function. You will need an external USB drive, and some models let you schedule recordings from the programme guide.
Why does my receiver not show all channels?
The usual causes are a weak signal, an unsuitable aerial, or a receiver that does not support the codec used by the broadcast, such as HEVC. Run a new automatic channel scan first, then check the aerial and cable.
