Which satellite box is best for starters

[blueflash234]

i think i would agree a dm 500 one of the new 4 layer ones would be a good starter but the spiderbox also is a good starter to loads of channels

[mdt]

if you are after channels the same day you set the system up then a protek/spiderbox type of reciever is best. how anybody can recommend a linux box for a starter system is beyond me unless you are knowlegable were pc,s and ftp,ing ect then they are extremly frustrating and difficult to set up. my tm600/unixbox/dm500v8 recivers have nearly been thrown out of the window plenty of times and i havent even tried my vu+duo yet. in 15 years of messing about with sat/cable ect id say the technomate recievers are the easiest to set up imo. regards mdt

[southpaw]

i vote dreambox , only if your gonna put some effort in , if you want plug+play with minimal hassle then probably not a good idea , but if you want to learn dreambox and dont mind doing some research then dreambox is the way to go ,

[plamen.1973]

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[gmb45]

hmmmm looks like this could be the start of a good thread, could be very helpful for the sv7 users who want to get into sat, good thread stig ( keep the info coming every one )

[raz469]

hi guys, im new to the whole area to linx boxes, jus got a dm500s, had it for a day now, so still not to aware of my surroundings. i hope i can learn atlot from it and move on from this little sketchy thing i have. goes without sayin the box is great and does whats required, but sometimes channels are picked up sometimes there not, and removed. lost bbc 4 and few others already again.

[dick b]

yeah got to agree with MDT if you are a complete newbie to sat forget the linux boxes,I know its supposed to be the only way to go now but to start with if you want to learn the basics of how to set up dishes fixed or motorised and get an understanding of where the various satellites are and transponders etc: without haveing to figure out the box as well get a simple std technomate it will teach you well without driving you up the wall and are just about bullet proof,and you can use it for a spare or setting up dishes when/if you move on to something else.

[andy91]

Dreambox for me but if i had some cash fancy a Vu Duo with twin tuner.

Andy.

[cactikid]

dreamboxes are good but if you dont have a good knowledge a right pain as dont you need a good head with these,protek boxs are easy null modem cable and or usb to flash and internet update

[mtv1]

hmmmm looks like this could be the start of a good thread, could be very helpful for the sv7 users who want to get into sat, good thread stig ( keep the info coming every one )

Glad you think so you know where the rep button is ??

[mast]

Hi

If you`re a novice and you want a cheap option them try the openbox hd s9 which is user friendly BUT if youre a dab hand and know your way round boxes then dreambox and if affordable a vu duo.

Regards