Do you need to upgrade your old TV to upgrade to the new broadcast standard? Do not worry, with this guide to the best digital terrestrial decoders 2 (DVB T2) we will help you orient yourself in this new world to make the purchase that best suits your needs
The new transmission standard for TV should lead to an improvement in the quality of the content produced by television broadcasters and at the same time allow the diffusion of 5G for mobile connections. However, many Spaniards may find themselves again with an obsolete TV set, which is why we offer you this guide to buying the best digital terrestrial decoders 2 (DVB T2). We will present different products in various price ranges, highlighting the main characteristics, strengths, weaknesses and our advice for buyers.
Before starting: do I need to change TV?
First of all you need to understand if your old TV or decoder is compatible with the new standard. It may seem more difficult than it seems because it is true that we will switch to the digital terrestrial transmission standard 2 (DVB T2): to check compatibility, simply check the user manual and look for the wording "DVB T2" (all devices purchased from 2017 are certainly compatible). However, there are two other aspects to take into account and which very often escape the attention of most: the new standard also provides for the possibility of adopting the new HEVC codec for video compression and one color depth up to 10 bits. Broadcasters will decide how and whether to use these tools, but it is good to know that if you decide to use them, digital terrestrial certification 2 (DVB T2) would not be sufficient to guarantee viewing of the contents. It is not certain that broadcasters will adopt such a radical change - indeed, it is unlikely - but it is right to inform consumers.
In this guide to the best digital terrestrial decoders 2 (DVB T2) we will try to be as precise as possible in indicating compatibility with DVB T2, codec and 10 bit, in order to orient your purchases to the best. If you want to learn more about compatibility, we recommend this piece of ours.
Best digital terrestrial decoder 2 (DVB T2) | Leelbox DVB-T2 Full HD TV Multimedia
- DVB T2
- Codec: H.264, MPEG-4, MPEG-2, HEVC
- Color depth: 8 bits
This new standard compatible decoder offers numerous additional functions such as scheduled recording of contents on a USB device and the ability to play your own content directly from a stick. Present both the scart socket for older TVs and the HDMI output for the new generation with support for resolutions up to 1080p.
A simple but complete device. The only lack is compatibility with 10 bits. Suitable for those who do not have particular quality requirements, but just wants to keep watching the usual unassuming TV broadcasts.
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Best digital terrestrial decoder 2 (DVB T2) | GT Media GTT-2 Android 6.0 TV Box Decoder
- DVB T2
- Codec: H.264, MPEG-4, MPEG-2, HEVC H.265
- Color depth: 8 bits
If we have to refurbish our old TV why not take the opportunity to make it smarter? This GT Media GTT-2, in addition to adding compatibility with the new broadcasting standard, gives the possibility to transform the TV into a real smart TV with Android operating system. This means decides on streaming apps like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube to enjoy all the best content in a simple and direct way.
Connectivity includes Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB 2.0 e HDMI (unfortunately the scart socket is missing for very old devices) and the supported resolution reaches 4K Ultra HD. Can also record or play content from USB. Recommended for those who want to expand the possibilities of their TV, even if you have to be a bit resourceful to set up and use the device which is a little more advanced than the classic TV. In any case, if you are interested in a TV Box try to take a look at our guide.
GT MEDIA GTT-2 4K Decoder Digitale Terrestre Android 6.0 TV Box DVB-T/T2 Ricevitore Terrestre Digitale Smart TV Box 3D Amlogic S905D 2GB+8GB H.265 HEVC 10bit Wi-Fi 2.4Ghz MPEG-2/4 - 【Android TV Box】 Android 6.0 TV Box powered by Amlogic's Cortex-A53 ARM Quad Core S905D CPU, works more stable and faster. With 3GB DDR2 memory and 8GB EMCC data storage, you can enjoy fast and smooth video output. With the TF card, you can further extend the memory.
Best digital terrestrial decoder 2 (DVB T2) | DiProgress DPT203HD
- DVB T2
- Codec: H.264, MPEG-4, MPEG-2, HEVC H.265
- Color depth: 10 bits
One of the best for value for money and versatility: with this decoder you will not have any problems as it fully supports the new codecs and 10-bit colors. Furthermore both scart and HDMI outputs are present for full compatibility even with older TVs. It also offers some additional features such as recording your favorite shows so you don't miss a thing and playing content via USB.
Simple and no frills, we would like to recommend this device a little to anyone who wants to upgrade their TV. Guaranteed compatibility with any choice of broadcasters.
