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MTS TV digital set-top box review. Digital TV from MTS: high quality home television. Why does not it work

The digital TV offered by MTS is distinguished by high quality and characteristics. Find out what opportunities digital TV from MTS provides and how to set it up yourself.

Modern digital networks– this is not only the Internet or the transfer of purely service data. By using various technologies Today you can broadcast anything you want. Today it works using the TCP/IP protocol telephone communications, the quality of which has risen to previously unprecedented heights. New, purely digital services have also appeared.

But the most common thing that is literally “heard of” is the broadcast of television channels. MTS home digital TV is another type of such service from a large mobile and cable communications provider.

The question of what MTS home digital TV is can be answered simply. This is a standard IPTV, simply organized at the same time as simply as possible for the end consumer and somewhat inconvenient for those who are used to “breaking everything” and using the service for other purposes. To understand the complexities and features, let’s take a quick look at how everything works.

GPON technology. To provide an all-in-one service, the company is taking a new approach. A cable enters the apartment and broadcasts a GPON format signal. This technology can transmit everything at once via one cable using band separation - telephony, IPTV from MTS, the Internet and other services. The apartment houses a set-top box that divides the signal. Cables go from it to the computer, TV, telephone.

The total throughput of 1 Gbit/s is achieved due to the fact that a fiber optic channel enters the apartment. With today's level of technology, such digital abundance is quite easy to organize.

IPTV MTS. Broadcasting of digital broadcasting channels is carried out as standard. However, MTS took an interesting path. IPTV MTS broadcast using GPON technology has clear frequency range and more like cable TV. MTS does not have an IPTV playlist as such. But you can create it yourself or find on the Internet the results of the work of craftsmen who scanned the entire “digital bandwidth” and pulled out a list of channels from it. You can already find all the basic IPTV playlists for the services that MTS itself offers.

The number of users who have already connected to the “home digital TV” service from MTS is already quite large. Moreover, the surge in popularity is growing so quickly that the operator simply does not have time to connect subscribers. Most of the negative reviews are associated with this - you will have to wait quite a long time for the arrival of personnel who will connect and set up the new generation home TV. Otherwise, the quality of the broadcast is excellent.

There are reviews that there are channel subsidences - there are really a lot of users and, naturally, in some areas bandwidth There are not enough networks for digital TV. This is expressed in an image glitch, when for a split second the picture becomes made of squares or a freeze-frame effect is observed. However, problems arise very rarely and only at certain times of the day with peak user activity.

How to set up

If you order a digital TV connection, everything will be done by the company’s staff. Specialists:

  • they will install a fiber optic line into the apartment,
  • connect the conversion attachment,
  • They will run cables to the computer and TV.

However, you can do this yourself. The company made sure that it was easy to set up both a TV with a CAM module and a set-top box.

Setting up TV is done like this. A digital tuner from MTS is inserted into the TV. After this, the setup is carried out similarly to cable TV channels. A fixed frequency range is indicated and a search is performed. The CAM module automatically compiles its own IPTV playlist. You can, as for regular channels, configure the order. After this, you need to disable auto-update of the list and the generated IPTV playlist will never change. If the provider adds additional channels, IPTV MTS can be configured again.

Setting up a set-top box for all devices provided by the company is as simple as possible. The very first turn on and search for channels causes a request to update the device firmware. With this procedure, the set-top box automatically receives everything at once - setup, IPTV playlist, preinstallation of services, and so on. If this does not happen, you can start the update manually. The progress of the process depends on specific model consoles. On the MTS company website there is detailed instructions, how to make settings for all models supplied by the company. According to reviews, there are no problems with the procedure.

Possibilities

The services provided by MTS as part of the “home digital TV” package are quite standard for television of this format.

  1. Several sets of channels with the highest quality picture and sound. Both free, included in the subscription fee (about 80 channels), and thematic sets of TV programs are available.
  2. A TV program and short program announcements are available for each broadcast.
  3. There is a “content to order” service. You can individually create a list of films, programs, series that will be provided only to a specific user for a fee. They can be viewed at any convenient time.
  4. Naturally, there is a weather forecast and some Internet services, exchange rates, for example.

As part of the “home digital TV” service, the provider gives you a choice of:

  • CAM module. Designed for use in modern TVs with a CIA port. This is the simplest device that adds functionality to the TV.
  • Console entry level(SD). The simplest decoder that allows you to connect any TV that has analog audio and video inputs (tulips).
  • HD device. These devices allow you to watch images in HDTV format and have “new generation” outputs. There are HDMI, SCART, RCA tulips and digital output sound.
  • Set-top box HD high level. All types of outputs are already presented here, recording of TV programs is available, and there is an internal player.

Another device for a truly comprehensive solution is a router from MTS. It supports a wired Internet network, is equipped with an antenna for 3G, works with home TV, has a large Wi-Fi range, provides the ability to stream information encryption and is completely ready to work in MTS networks.

For home craftsmen

Naturally, the question arises - is it possible to watch IPTV MTS on a computer or use a different set-top box that the provider offers?

Can. For your computer you will need an IPTV playlist found on the Internet. You can compose it yourself or using a simple search, manually upgrading any playlist added to the playback program. This process is long and painstaking, but effective. The same playlist can be used in set-top boxes that allow you to specify an IPTV playlist to generate a list of channels.

For those familiar with programming, it's even easier. A simple script is written that scans the entire strip and selects channels. You can weed out the unnecessary ones and create a playlist with only those channels that are needed. In a word, home digital TV from MTS is suitable for self-tuning.

The company managed to create an offer that will suit absolutely everyone. Reviews indicate that there is a very convenient organization of services, good channel indicators, large the lineup equipment within which you can choose the best option in terms of price/quality ratio. In addition, the broadcast technology is not complicated; you can watch TV programs on your computer or use third-party equipment.

The operator offers its customers a wide range of modern services, and you can use not only mobile communications, but also use home Internet and TV. And if a subscriber decides to use several services, he can receive a discount, or even one of the services for free.

Today we will tell you about the features of television from the MTS company: what is the set-top box for, how much does it cost, and is it necessary to buy it from the operator itself.

What is the attachment for?

A feature of television from many operators is that viewing requires a set-top box. Of course, some providers offer offers that do not require additional equipment, in which case either an application or an Internet portal is used for access.

If we talk about TV from MTS, then you don’t need an Internet connection to watch it. The user can choose one of two options on how to use the service.

The first is through the console. To do this, a cable will be installed in the apartment, which will provide reception digital signal. The set-top box itself connects to the TV.


The second option for using the CAM module. However, this is only available if your TV is equipped with the appropriate slot. One of the advantages of the module is that you use a familiar TV remote control to control it. The signal entering the TV via cable is decoded using the installed module.

But when using the set-top box, a prerequisite is the use of a separate remote control, which is included in the kit. Note that in modern models of set-top boxes, it is possible to configure the remote control to simultaneously use both the remote control for the set-top box and for the TV. You will not need to use the TV remote to turn on the TV, but only from the set-top box.

What is the price

The cost of the set-top box depends on the model that you will use. New current model costs about three thousand rubles, but it can be rented.

The rental cost depends on what services you plan to use from the operator. So, if only TV, then you will pay 110 rubles per month for renting a set-top box, but if you also connect to the Internet, then the rent will be only ten rubles.

But if you plan to use and cellular communication, then when connecting to “All MTS”, the choice of interactive TV will also be available. Note that in this case you will also need a prefix, but of a different type.


You can use the equipment on a rental basis, which is already included in the price of the convergent tariff, or you can purchase it for the full price - 6.5 thousand rubles. The operator indicates that rent will cost 140 rubles per month. However, if you refuse it and purchase the set-top box at full price, then the cost of the tariff will not change.

Which option to choose depends on a number of factors. A special feature of MTS is that the operator offers rental for a set-top box. Thus, many operators either offer to buy equipment or use installments for a certain period of time.


Therefore, on MTS you can cancel the service at any time and return the rented equipment. In case of installment payment, the set-top box is not returned, but remains with the subscriber, who, upon disconnection, pays extra for the not yet repaid portion of the cost.

Without prefix

Many MTS subscribers, as well as those who are just planning to use TV from the company, ask whether it is possible to use the service without a set-top box? This, for example, is relevant for owners of modern TV models that support Smart TV.

You can use it, but it will not be digital or interactive TV, but mobile. To do this, you need to use the appropriate application installed on your device.

The cost of such television for a full package of channels will be three hundred rubles per month. The number will be used to register in the application cellular MTS, from the balance of which the fee will be debited. In this case, you will not be able to use the offer from the “All MTS” package, since these are two separate services.

The MTS set-top box is a compact device for watching digital television from a service provider in HD quality. All that is required from the user is to correctly connect the receiver to the TV and configure the set-top box and television channels.

The user can install and configure the MTS set-top box independently using the instructions for connecting the equipment.
The first thing to do is connect the receiver to the TV set. Both devices must be turned off. It is recommended to use an HDMI cable to get best quality Images. If there is no such connector, you should inspect the equipment, find the same port and purchase the appropriate cable.

This could be SCARD, RCA (aka “tulip”), etc. On the TV set-top box, the wire must be connected to the connector marked “OUT”, on the TV – “IN”.

After the cable is connected, you need to turn on the equipment, go to the list of signal sources on the television panel and go to the input with the connected TV set-top box. The image coming from the TV receiver will appear on the screen. If this does not happen, you need to double-check how the cable is connected, and also make sure that the required connector is installed correctly on the TV.
Next you need to configure. First, a language selection will appear on the display; Russian is set by default. You need to click "OK". If such a window does not appear, the receiver needs to be reset to factory settings.

To do this, you should sequentially go to “Menu” - “System Settings” - “Factory Settings” and perform a reset. If asked for a PIN, the default is "0000".

After setting the language, the system will prompt you to select a screen format. The default is “4:3”, you can assign “16:9”.
The next step is to search for cable channels. It will start automatically, the user needs to click “Ok” and wait for the process to complete. The receiver must find more than 150 TV channels.

If there are fewer of them, this could be for a number of reasons: the filter is working (you need to contact your provider to remove it), digital television MTS works only partially in the house or is damaged antenna cable or a splitter is used.

Problems with the cable or the installed signal divider are also reported by noise or interference, and sometimes the image freezes.
To sort TV channels on the MTS TV set-top box, you need to “ Menu" go to " Channel settings", choose " Sorting", and then - " Sorting MTS».
Now you need to update the software. You must sequentially select “Menu” – “System Settings” – “Software Update”. Then enter the PIN code “0000” and wait for the TV receiver to update.


After the update is completed, the MTS set-top box will reboot. You need to install a Smart card. The slot is located with right side, the smart card is first carefully removed from the retaining frame. It should be positioned with the “contact zone” down, and the beveled corner outward and closer to the back of the TV receiver.
Next, you should check how the smart card is recognized by the device. To do this, in the “Menu” you need to press “ System settings» – « Conditional access system» – « Smart card status».

If it is defined correctly, its status will be D04-4. If a message with code E06-4 (Smartcard failure or Smart card is faulty) appears in the status, this means an error. The reason may be due to incorrect installation (incomplete or wrong side) or a broken smart card. To resolve the error, without leaving the menu, you need to remove and reinstall the card until status D04-4 is displayed.
The receiver is considered configured after the smart card is correctly placed in the slot.

Setting up a universal remote control

The remote control for the MTS TV set-top box is universal, i.e. it can be configured to control the TV, so that you can use one remote control to operate all equipment, rather than several.

To do this you need:

    1. Place both remote controls with IR sensors opposite each other at a distance of about three centimeters.
    2. The remote control for the MTS TV set-top box has programmable buttons that can be taught commands to operate the TV (adjusting the volume, changing channels, etc.). To start the training mode, you need to press the button with the gear logo on the remote control and hold it until the LED on the side of it lights up continuously.
    3. The remote control is in learning mode for up to 15 seconds. At this time, you should press one of the buttons that needs to be trained. The LED will flash. Now on the TV remote control you need to press and hold the button, the functions of which will be performed by the key being trained. If the command is sent and received successfully, the indicator will blink three times and then turn solid again. You can move on to the next button, the sequence of actions is the same.
    4. To complete the training, you need to press the gear key again. The indicator will go out.
    5. Now it is important to check how the universal remote control controls the TV receiver. If any button does not work correctly, the learning process must be repeated.

Setting up channels

To configure channels, click “Menu”, then “Channel Editor” - “Channel List”.

  • to lock: select a channel from the list, press the yellow key, enter the PIN code, an image of a lock will appear next to the name. To launch this TV channel, you will need to enter a PIN code;
  • to add to favorites: select a channel, press the red key, a heart icon will appear next to the name, and the TV channel itself will be in the “Favorites” list.
  • To edit you need to use the blue button.

To remove a channel from the list, you need to select it, press the red button, and confirm.
To move a TV channel in the list, use the green (up) or yellow (down) buttons.
To rename a channel, you need to press the blue button, and then select letters on the keyboard that appears. To delete a character entered by mistake, use the yellow key, to change the input language - red, to save changes - green.

Is it possible to replace the remote control?

A universal control panel for an MTS TV decoder will not be able to completely replace the TV remote control, because only the main buttons can be transferred to it - volume control, channel switching, etc. The rest will be accessible only from the main remote control of the TV set.
If the control panel for the TV set-top box fails, it will only be possible to purchase it through service center. Another solution is to contact a specialized store, where you can choose a similar remote control that matches the original one for most well-known TV receivers, including MTS.

Error codes for MTS set-top boxes

For MTS TV set-top boxes, a system of error codes is provided, which makes it possible to determine what happened to the device and quickly fix the problem.

  • E06-4. Smart card error. The reason may be improper installation or dirty contacts. It is necessary to reinstall it or clean the track with contacts;
  • E16-4. There is no money in the subscriber's account or a channel is turned on for which a subscription was not purchased. You need to top up your account or switch to a paid channel package;
  • E33-4. Outdated software. To update, you need to open the “Menu”, go to “System Settings” and select software update. Then reboot the receiver;
  • E120-4, E30-4, E19-4. The TV set-top box did not work for a long time or was rebooted, after which it did not have time to receive data to decrypt TV channels. It is necessary to leave the TV set-top box turned on for half an hour, while the antenna cable must be connected.

Conclusion
Connecting and setting up an MTS TV receiver to watch digital channels is very easy if you know the correct procedure. In addition to the receiver itself, the user can program its remote control to control the TV, and change the list of TV channels according to their preferences.

These operations are performed similarly on different models of TV set-top boxes, more detailed information can be found in the instruction manual.

There are several providers providing satellite television services in our country. MTS recently entered a sought-after market niche. Due to attractive conditions for the purchase and installation of equipment, the company manages to connect new subscribers every day in the regions included in the satellite coverage area.

The equipment is offered by the operator itself, and can be purchased in specialized stores. New subscribers require installation satellite dish with a converter, as well as connecting and setting up an MTS TV set-top box.

Before you worry about connecting to satellite TV from MTS, you need to make sure that your place of residence is within the coverage area of ​​the provider’s satellites. You can use a map where signal levels are indicated in different shades of red. For the appropriate level of coverage, you should select an antenna of a certain diameter according to the principle: low level (light red color on the map) - larger dish diameter.

Other important technical aspect which should be taken into account - choosing a satellite dish installation location so that the digital signal is not obstructed on its way to the receiving antenna. It also determines the direction in which the antenna must be rotated in order to directly “see” satellite signals.

As for the choice of equipment for satellite TV, in addition to an antenna of a suitable diameter with a converter, depending on the television receiver, the subscriber needs to purchase the appropriate device.

  1. CAM module- this option can only be used for some models of modern TVs equipped with a DVB-S tuner.
  2. Interactive console, operating in full range of options for viewing interactive television in the coverage area of ​​3G MTS signals.
  3. Universal equipment - MTS satellite set-top box. This linear HD equipment is compatible with most televisions used by Russians.

Overview of applications for setting up a satellite dish

Satellite TV equipment adjusters use to correct installation antennas are a special device that costs a lot of money. If you have the ability and desire to install and configure the plate yourself, you can use:

  • mobile application, which, using GPS and a camera, determines and indicates the direction to the satellite relative to the intended installation location;
  • GPS program mode, which calculates the rotation angles of the plate and converter using a certain algorithm;
  • setup wizard according to the map on the ru website.

For assistance in correct setting Several special applications have been created for the satellite dish. Some of them through official stores applications are distributed free of charge, some require a certain payment. The most commonly used GPS programs are:

  • SatFinder, Satellite Director can be installed and used for free;

  • Multifeed, Dishpointer Pro – paid mobile software.

DishPointer Pro v 2.2.2, Android

Each program has its own advantages and disadvantages, but they cope with the main task - helping in choosing the direction of the antenna to the satellite. Instructions for locating a satellite and turning the dish toward it may vary in detail.

MTS company on its official website in the “ Satellite television» offered the opportunity to carry out calculations of the necessary settings parameters on the map. The subscriber is required to go to the “Settings” menu item and enter the location address. The system will display the calculated indicators and on the map the beam will show the direction to the satellite relative to the specified address.

Communication between antenna, receiver and TV receiver

The next step after installing the antenna is to communicate between the devices via cables. The cable coming from the satellite dish is connected to the antenna socket of the receiver. To connect the MTS set-top box to the TV, it is most often used HDMI cable: Most modern TVs are equipped with a corresponding input. If there is no HDMI output on the TV, then as an alternative, depending on the availability of connectors, you can use:

  • TV SCART output and corresponding SCART-RC cable;

  • RCA and RCA cable outputs (tulips);

  • coaxial TV cable 75 Ohm.

For example, to connect the s2 3900 set-top box offered by MTS to a Samsung TV, you can use an HDMI or RCA cable. This set-top box is equipped with appropriate sockets. Which cable to use depends on the TV model.

If the subscriber has two TVs, and no technical feasibility installation of an additional satellite dish, you can use the following communication options for TV receivers with one antenna:

    • by using a cable signal splitter (crab, splitter);
  • by installing a converter with two outputs on a plate;
  • through a multiswitch that transmits a signal to one or more receivers.

Important! All options assume a receiver for each TV.

In the first connection option you will need to purchase cable digital signal divider with one input and two outputs with a frequency bandwidth of 5-2400 mHz, as well as a connection method corresponding to the thickness of the cable: screw clamp, thread, coaxial socket, using soldering.

Advice! When selecting a splitter, you should pay attention to the signal attenuation rate: the lower it is, the better.

You should also take a responsible approach to determining the location of the tee, trying to minimize the distance from the place where the cable signal is divided to the TVs in order to avoid signal attenuation.

If you choose the second option, you need to purchase converter equipped with 2 outputs(there are more complex modifications with 4 and 8 outputs) and the required number of meters of cable. Installation with this method is more complicated: two cables are brought into the room from the antenna. This option is also more expensive, but eliminates the effect of signal attenuation.

In the third case, connections need to be purchased multiswitch This is a device that allows you to receive a signal from one or more satellites and transmit it to several independent TV set-top boxes. The method is relevant for large country houses and mini-hotels to connect more than 8 TVs.

Activating the set-top box and setting up channels

After physical connection satellite equipment To connect to the TV, you need to complete the service activation process. It is assumed that the MTS smart or SIM card is inserted into the slot of the set-top box. Upon activation, the provider connects the contract of a specific subscriber with the ID number of his equipment, and the decryption key for encrypted channels is sent to the card. After activation, the set-top box decodes the specified package of channels provided for in the contract for a certain period of time, and subsequently controls the payment.

There are several activation options: through the dealer network (the equipment was purchased from a dealer), calling the MTS contact service, sending an SMS message from any operator number to 9909 indicating the card number and set-top box ID.

When you turn on activated satellite equipment for the first time, you need to configure the MTS TV set-top box. After turning on the set-top box, you should wait for some time until the system boots up and signals are received. Next, you need to turn on the TV and turn it to AV or HDM signal reception mode(depending on the cable connection between the receiver and receiver used).

The system will offer the Initial Installation menu. Here you need to select image parameters, menu language, and, if necessary, you can reconfigure other default settings. To search for channels, you need to use the remote control of the set-top box or the control buttons of the MTS set-top box without a remote control to move to the “Start search” menu item and initiate its execution (press the corresponding button on the remote control or panel of the set-top box). In the process of searching a list of found channels is generated. In the list generated by the system, the user can configure the channels so that they follow the sequence he needs. To do this, use the appropriate functionality of the TV set-top box (“Program Editor”) and the remote control.

In the “Settings” menu there is a “Basic settings” function, with which you can set the clock and time zones, as well as set the time to turn off the set-top box. There is also other functionality regarding choosing the type and sorting order of channels, and so on.

Installation, activation and configuration of satellite equipment is a labor-intensive task and requires certain knowledge and skills, if which are insufficient, it is better to resort to the help of specialists.

Is it possible to search in this receiver? manual mode other satellites, watch channels from other operators?

All MTS set-top boxes are programmed to work only with MTS channels. However, you can use the prefix third party manufacturer, installing the MTS cam module into it.

I have an old set-top box that does not support the HEVC codec, can I change it to a new one?

MTS does not have an exchange program as such; you can purchase a new receiver, which is currently being sold at a reduced price.

I bought a new console. Is it possible to use a smart card left over from the previous MTS set-top box?

Yes, you can do that. To link the card to the new receiver and save the old personal account, contact contact center. But please note that if you previously had an interactive set-top box, you will not be able to do this, since interactive set-top boxes do not use smart cards, but SIM cards.

Is there a warranty for this equipment?

Yes, of course, all equipment comes with a warranty.

I ordered the equipment, but I'm afraid that they will bring me an old model set-top box without HEVC support.

Most likely, your fears are unfounded, since receivers that do not support this codec have been discontinued for quite some time. To dispel doubts, check with the seller for the model.

Which MTS receiver is better? What is the difference different models consoles?

The models currently on sale are almost the same in operation. The only thing is that the Castpal set-top box requires very precise tuning to the satellite.

Currently I am using an old model MTS set-top box. The signal is excellent. I want to buy a new receiver. Do I need to change anything in the settings of the dish or converter?

It is possible that the rotation angles will need to be adjusted slightly. These settings may vary slightly for each console. But most likely, you won’t have to do this.

Which set-top box has a wi-fi function?

Not a single model of MTS satellite receivers has working wi-fi yet.

Are there special set-top boxes for connecting an additional TV?

MTS does not have such equipment. To connect a second TV, you can purchase any of the available receiver models.

When you turn on the MTS set-top box, it starts searching for channels every time, how can I disable this function?

Which model of MTS set-top box is suitable for watching UHD channels?

On this moment MTS does not have such set-top boxes. TV channels in UHD quality can be watched through the cam module (provided that the TV supports the UHD format).

How to update the software of the MTS set-top box?

If there is new software for the receiver, you will see a notification about this on the screen. Click "OK" and follow the prompts that appear.

Is it possible to connect this equipment to an old TV that does not have an HDMI connector?

In addition to the HDMI output, all MTS set-top boxes have tulip connectors. If the TV only has a “Comb” connector, then this will not be a problem - stores sell adapters from “tulips” to “comb”.

Is it possible to buy a separate remote control for these consoles?

Yes, you can contact your nearest service center. If this is not the case in your city, call technical support and they will tell you the nearest dealer who replaces remote controls. You can also purchase an analogue of the MTS remote control.