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2024 Newest Digital TV Converter Box Dongle, ATSC Digital Converter Box with TV Tuner, TV Recording, USB Multimedia function, 1080P HDMI Output, Clear QAM, by Mediasonic HomeWorx (HW135STB)
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Connector type | Usb, HDMI, USB Type A |
Brand | Mediasonic |
Connectivity technology | USB, HDMI |
Antenna | Television |
Tuner technology | Analog, Digital, AM, QAM, ATSC |
Remote control included? | Yes |
UPC | 850040109030 |
Manufacturer | Mediasonic |
About this item
- New 2024 Version from Mediasonic Store. The new improvements included LARGE Remote Control, 3.3 ft HDMI Cable, Display Panel, Clear QAM, Support hard drive up to 4TB*, reception sensitivity, and 12 hr. AM / PM feature.
- Clear QAM function can be used with cable provider to watch unscrambled cable channels.
- IR Receiver with Display Panel to show Channel number and Sub-Channel. Display Channel number including sub-channel.
- Powered by TV’s USB port (USB Type A) or 5V USB Charger. USB-C (Type C) power connector on the main unit provides fallibility for user to change longer USB cable and adapt different type of 5V USB Charger
- Receive Over-The-Air ATSC Digital Broadcast to your Analog and Digital TV, Projector, and Computer Monitor.
- Record and Pause Live TV: You won’t miss your favorite show. (Requires USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 external hard drive up to 4TB connect to this unit; USB flash drive is not recommended) (Recording may require connecting to 5V / 2A charger to provide sufficient power to power USB external hard drive.
- Multimedia player function: Play back your favorite photo, music, and video from your USB Flash Drive or USB external hard drive.
- Support 1080P Video Output via HDMI, and Dolby Digital Audio.
- Canada Seller, Canada Warranty
Product details
- Product Dimensions : 11.81 x 3.51 x 1.7 cm; 48.19 g
- Date First Available : March 12 2024
- Manufacturer : Mediasonic
- Place of Business : Mediasonic Store
- ASIN : B0CX4J5B2H
- Item model number : HW135STB
- Country of origin : China
- Best Sellers Rank: #7,581 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
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Product description
Mediasonic HW135STB is a digital converter box which converts Over-The-Air ATSC digital broadcast to your analog and digital TV. The built-in recording function allows user to record their TV program and play back. Please Note: this converter box is designed to receive Over-The-Air signal, and it is not a replacement of cable box.
Features:
TV Tuner Function: Add additional Tuner to your TV, some TV does not have built-in tuner, this can be an add-on to your TV. eg: compatible with VIZIO TV
12 hr. AM / PM time display
TV Real Time and Schedule Recording (Require USB 2.0 or 3.0 external hard drive, limited to 2TB MBR format)
USB multimedia player
Antenna out pass through (digital / ATSC signal only)
EPG (Electronic Program Guide) and program information
Favorite Channel List
Parental Control Function
Closed Caption
EAS (Emergency Alert System) to alert you any emergency information from TV station
Timing Start up and Shut down
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As far as picture goes I did end up swapping out the supplied HDMI cable because it didn't seem to feed properly when I set the resolution to 1080P 60hz. After that, the quality was nice and clear.
Other than the above the unit works fine. It scans signals well, it has the added advantage of being able to scan individual stations in case you had to move the antenna, it's got an EPG for stations that provide it, it's user friendly, and it's IR receiver is fairly unobtrusive. There is a slight delay when switching channels but no big deal.
I haven't tried the PVR stuff but other reviewers have so have a look there for their thoughts on it. One last note, if you're using an older TV (and components) with no USB connection available you'll have to get yourself an USB AC adapter because they don't provide one in the kit (look for a 5volt 3amp adapter).
Would I buy the unit again, no, probably not. I'm too used the the convenience of HDMI products talking and co-operating with each other. But am I complaining about getting OTA back (I bought the unit because I blew out the antenna input on my TV), nope, the unit definitely got my OTA back.
I found I needed a decent USB power supply - something more powerful than the very basic 5v 1.5 amp units. A 20 watt power supply got the job done.
The tuner only supports regular HD 1080 lines resolution on your TV. So no 4K. Picture was fine at the rated resolution.
The included HDMI cable is quite short and I needed to use a longer one to connect to my monitor.
Connect an antenna and you've got a TV tuner that outputs to any HDMI monitor to turn it into a television in a small package.
The tuner stick comes with an HDMI cable, 3.5mm to RCA cable, USB-C power cable, MiniUSB IR sensor, remote, adhesive pads, user guide, quick setup guide & warranty statement sheet.
First Impressions / Install / Use:
Connecting the device to my TV was very simple, USB power & HDMI connected to the TV, coax cable to the device. Following the setup instructions and you’ll be up and running within minutes.
During the setup it will perform a channel scan either via cable or antenna. I normally run over an antenna and the device was able to locate 45 channels. Once the channel scan was complete, I was ready to watch TV. Only a few other minor options to setup (time, aspect ratio, PVR).
The IR module shows Boot when you power on the device and provides device status during the setup, channel scan, what channel you’re on and the time when the device has been powered off via the remote.
Comparing the video quality from the Mediasonic tuner vs the digital tuner built-in on my TV and I found the video quality was slightly lower on the Mediasonic device. Although the video was clear it seemed to have a bit more graininess/artifacts vs my TV. Also, when you press the Info button for the channel, it shows the signal strength and found that the Mediasonic received approx. 20% less than my TV, so this will cause glitching in the video broadcast if the signal drops too low. I already have a signal booster connected and was still 20% less.
One of the best parts of the device is the fact that it has a PVR function. It can perform manual or scheduled recording of live TV, just like the VCR’s of the past. You will need to plug in a USB drive into the USB-A port on the side of the device. I connected an 8GB thumb drive and performed a format from the menu. It seems it supports the NTFS file system as that’s what my key was formatted to and it read it properly.
Recording of the currently viewing broadcast is as easy as hitting the record button on the remote. Funny enough, it’s difficult to locate the record button as you’d assume it would be with the other playback buttons and maybe in red, but nope, it’s near the bottom above the number pad.
Accessing the drive to playback the video is a matter of pressing the red USB button and going into the PVR menu. I recorded a 1920x1080 broadcast and found it recorded, but the audio was out of sync. I checked the same video file on my computer and it seemed to play perfectly fine, so the tuners’ processor may be slightly lacking to playback the videos properly. Video seemed to be the same as the original broadcast, so no video quality loss from what I could see.
I tested a scheduled record of a show by going into the EPG and selecting a show. I tried to select a show approx. 1-2mins before the start time, but the system would not allow me to select it, so I had to select something at the next block that would start 30mins later. Not a lot of options available to choose when setting up the scheduled record, so it’s fairly simple. Since the EPG has all the date/time info of the show, no need to enter a start/stop time. Once set, you’re good to go and turn off the TV & tuner.
Turning off the TV actually caused me a slight issue as the device runs off USB power. The manual recommends to connect to your TV, but I would definitely not recommend this as power will be cut from the device when you turn your TV off. This will prevent the tuner from recording scheduled shows. I’d recommend connecting to a power adapter, similar to what comes with your phone. This way there’s always power and your scheduled shows can record even when the TV is off.
Once connected to a USB adapter and not to the TV, I tried to check the scheduled record to see if it was still there, but there is no button to access the schedule. The only way I could get back to the list is by going to the EPG, selecting a different show to schedule a record and then cancel the schedule and at this point the previously scheduled jobs would show. I would prefer an easier way to access this list via the remote.
Since everything was still scheduled, I powered off my TV and the Tuner via the remote and waited. After the scheduled time was complete, I checked the PVR and found that the show was recorded successfully. Playback was good and there was no lag in the audio as the video was only 704x480 so the device was able to keep up with the decoding at the lower resolution.
One additional feature is that during the recording process, it also captures the closed caption streams, so you have your subtitles if required. This can be enabled on the computer, not on the device.
Although you can playback the videos on the device, you cannot fast forward/rewind the video, so you have to watch from the start to end. Luckily, playing the videos on your PC allows you that ability.
Video File #1 Details:
- Resolution: 1920x1080
- Data Rate: 16999kbps
- Frame Rate: 30fps
- Video Codec: MPEG-1/2 Video (mpgv)
- Audio Bit Rate: 192kbps
- Channels: 2 (Stereo)
- Sample Rate: 48kHz
- Audio Codec: A52 Audio (aka AC3) (a52 )
- File Type: .MTS
- File Size: 35s = 72.9MB
Video File #2 Details:
- Resolution: 704x480
- Data Rate: 16000kbps
- Frame Rate: 30fps
- Video Codec: MPEG-1/2 Video (mpgv)
- Audio Bit Rate: 192kbps
- Channels: 2 (Stereo)
- Sample Rate: 48kHz
- Audio Codec: A52 Audio (aka AC3) (a52 )
- File Type: .MTS
- File Size: 30mins = 863MB
Pros:
- Provides an ATSC tuner for your older TV (if you don’t have one built-in on your TV)
- Has the ability to manually record or schedule record of your favourite shows via it’s PVR function (after connecting your USB drive, which is not included)
- Full EPG Guide providing TV schedule without the need for internet
Cons:
- Signal strength is 20% less than my TV and found the video glitches a lot during playback and when recording
- Device is not capable of keeping up with 1080i video playback which causes audio sync issues, but luckily works fine when playing the videos on the USB drive on a PC
- Unable to fast forward/rewind the recorded videos when played on the device (works if played on a PC)
- You need to connect to a USB adapter (not included) if you want to use the scheduled recordings as the device will turn off when the TV is turned off if using the USB port on your TV
Final Impression:
Overall, the Mediasonic Homeworx HW135STB digital ATSC tuner & PVR worked well. It provides access to HD broadcasts over antenna if your TV doesn’t have an ATSC tuner. Definitely a big savings vs having a cable subscription. The PVR function works well and can record your favourite shows even when you’re not at home via the scheduled recording so you’ll never miss an episode. Just a few issues in regards to playback and signal strength. Playback is not that big of an issue as it can be played back on a PC, but the signal strength will be an issue as it will cause glitches/pauses in the video which watching or recording.
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Reviewed in Canada on April 3, 2024
The tuner stick comes with an HDMI cable, 3.5mm to RCA cable, USB-C power cable, MiniUSB IR sensor, remote, adhesive pads, user guide, quick setup guide & warranty statement sheet.
First Impressions / Install / Use:
Connecting the device to my TV was very simple, USB power & HDMI connected to the TV, coax cable to the device. Following the setup instructions and you’ll be up and running within minutes.
During the setup it will perform a channel scan either via cable or antenna. I normally run over an antenna and the device was able to locate 45 channels. Once the channel scan was complete, I was ready to watch TV. Only a few other minor options to setup (time, aspect ratio, PVR).
The IR module shows Boot when you power on the device and provides device status during the setup, channel scan, what channel you’re on and the time when the device has been powered off via the remote.
Comparing the video quality from the Mediasonic tuner vs the digital tuner built-in on my TV and I found the video quality was slightly lower on the Mediasonic device. Although the video was clear it seemed to have a bit more graininess/artifacts vs my TV. Also, when you press the Info button for the channel, it shows the signal strength and found that the Mediasonic received approx. 20% less than my TV, so this will cause glitching in the video broadcast if the signal drops too low. I already have a signal booster connected and was still 20% less.
One of the best parts of the device is the fact that it has a PVR function. It can perform manual or scheduled recording of live TV, just like the VCR’s of the past. You will need to plug in a USB drive into the USB-A port on the side of the device. I connected an 8GB thumb drive and performed a format from the menu. It seems it supports the NTFS file system as that’s what my key was formatted to and it read it properly.
Recording of the currently viewing broadcast is as easy as hitting the record button on the remote. Funny enough, it’s difficult to locate the record button as you’d assume it would be with the other playback buttons and maybe in red, but nope, it’s near the bottom above the number pad.
Accessing the drive to playback the video is a matter of pressing the red USB button and going into the PVR menu. I recorded a 1920x1080 broadcast and found it recorded, but the audio was out of sync. I checked the same video file on my computer and it seemed to play perfectly fine, so the tuners’ processor may be slightly lacking to playback the videos properly. Video seemed to be the same as the original broadcast, so no video quality loss from what I could see.
I tested a scheduled record of a show by going into the EPG and selecting a show. I tried to select a show approx. 1-2mins before the start time, but the system would not allow me to select it, so I had to select something at the next block that would start 30mins later. Not a lot of options available to choose when setting up the scheduled record, so it’s fairly simple. Since the EPG has all the date/time info of the show, no need to enter a start/stop time. Once set, you’re good to go and turn off the TV & tuner.
Turning off the TV actually caused me a slight issue as the device runs off USB power. The manual recommends to connect to your TV, but I would definitely not recommend this as power will be cut from the device when you turn your TV off. This will prevent the tuner from recording scheduled shows. I’d recommend connecting to a power adapter, similar to what comes with your phone. This way there’s always power and your scheduled shows can record even when the TV is off.
Once connected to a USB adapter and not to the TV, I tried to check the scheduled record to see if it was still there, but there is no button to access the schedule. The only way I could get back to the list is by going to the EPG, selecting a different show to schedule a record and then cancel the schedule and at this point the previously scheduled jobs would show. I would prefer an easier way to access this list via the remote.
Since everything was still scheduled, I powered off my TV and the Tuner via the remote and waited. After the scheduled time was complete, I checked the PVR and found that the show was recorded successfully. Playback was good and there was no lag in the audio as the video was only 704x480 so the device was able to keep up with the decoding at the lower resolution.
One additional feature is that during the recording process, it also captures the closed caption streams, so you have your subtitles if required. This can be enabled on the computer, not on the device.
Although you can playback the videos on the device, you cannot fast forward/rewind the video, so you have to watch from the start to end. Luckily, playing the videos on your PC allows you that ability.
Video File #1 Details:
- Resolution: 1920x1080
- Data Rate: 16999kbps
- Frame Rate: 30fps
- Video Codec: MPEG-1/2 Video (mpgv)
- Audio Bit Rate: 192kbps
- Channels: 2 (Stereo)
- Sample Rate: 48kHz
- Audio Codec: A52 Audio (aka AC3) (a52 )
- File Type: .MTS
- File Size: 35s = 72.9MB
Video File #2 Details:
- Resolution: 704x480
- Data Rate: 16000kbps
- Frame Rate: 30fps
- Video Codec: MPEG-1/2 Video (mpgv)
- Audio Bit Rate: 192kbps
- Channels: 2 (Stereo)
- Sample Rate: 48kHz
- Audio Codec: A52 Audio (aka AC3) (a52 )
- File Type: .MTS
- File Size: 30mins = 863MB
Pros:
- Provides an ATSC tuner for your older TV (if you don’t have one built-in on your TV)
- Has the ability to manually record or schedule record of your favourite shows via it’s PVR function (after connecting your USB drive, which is not included)
- Full EPG Guide providing TV schedule without the need for internet
Cons:
- Signal strength is 20% less than my TV and found the video glitches a lot during playback and when recording
- Device is not capable of keeping up with 1080i video playback which causes audio sync issues, but luckily works fine when playing the videos on the USB drive on a PC
- Unable to fast forward/rewind the recorded videos when played on the device (works if played on a PC)
- You need to connect to a USB adapter (not included) if you want to use the scheduled recordings as the device will turn off when the TV is turned off if using the USB port on your TV
Final Impression:
Overall, the Mediasonic Homeworx HW135STB digital ATSC tuner & PVR worked well. It provides access to HD broadcasts over antenna if your TV doesn’t have an ATSC tuner. Definitely a big savings vs having a cable subscription. The PVR function works well and can record your favourite shows even when you’re not at home via the scheduled recording so you’ll never miss an episode. Just a few issues in regards to playback and signal strength. Playback is not that big of an issue as it can be played back on a PC, but the signal strength will be an issue as it will cause glitches/pauses in the video which watching or recording.
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EDIT: In fairness to Mediasonic, I will add that after my return credit at Amazon was processed, I did finally hear again from Mediasonic. They wanted my address so they could send me a warranty replacement. So at least there's that. If only they'd responded to my previous followup messages, it would have saved them some negative feedback.
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I would give it a five star rating but not being able to fast forward is a big deal breaker for me.
Update.
I am updating my review to 5 stars after contacting Mediasonic support and their quick response with a firmware upgrade plus instructions.