Digital satellite receiver gs b520 connect. Successful exchange: digital receiver GS B520 from Tricolor TV
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Another receiver model from the company, created for participants in equipment exchange programs. The device supports the format high definition, which means it is recommended for those who want to change their usual television, adding color and realism to it. The GS B520 receiver from Tricolor promises to be one of the most reliable set-top boxes with a wide range of functions and capabilities.
Equipment characteristics
The GS B520 receiver combines an ergonomic classic design, as well as updated software that takes into account the errors of previous models. At the same time, the characteristics are selected optimally for comfortable use by the modern consumer. The receiver can be connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi router V home network, and will also open up opportunities for viewing content on smartphones and tablets, thanks to mirror streaming features. However, this will require installing the “Play.Tricolor” application on mobile devices.
The provider claims high speed of operation of the equipment and absolute security from unauthorized access to information.
This is due to the use powerful processor MStar K5 and a modified software environment from the GS Group holding. The GS B 520 set-top box is equipped with a USB connector for connecting external drives and additional devices. The connector for connecting an external infrared sensor allows you to install the receiver behind obstacles without losing control of the remote control.
Installation diagram
The Tricolor GS-B520 receiver does not have fundamental differences from previous models in functional connectors, so the connection occurs according to the standard scheme.
The primary factor during installation is the installation of the antenna, but given the fact that the equipment is exchangeable, the dish should already be installed. This means it’s worth talking about how to connect the receiver itself directly. A short guide to action is as follows:
Set-top box software update
Tricolor TV plans to soon release an update to the previously installed software for the B520 receiver. It will take into account problems with controllability, and the new environment will also allow accepting satellite signal more confident. The instructions on how to update the software yourself are quite simple. You can do this in three ways:
- via satellite;
- using a computer;
- using a flash drive.
From satellite
According to the manufacturer, updating via satellite is the most logical option.
It is important not to turn off the equipment or interrupt the boot process, otherwise malfunctions may occur.
This option has a significant drawback: the process can take time. from 5 minutes to several hours, it all depends on the signal quality and weather conditions influencing him.
Via computer
To flash the receiver via a computer:
- It must be connected to the PC using a USB cable in a disconnected state.
- Install the “GS Burner” program by downloading it from the provider’s website, and also do not forget about the corresponding files with the software. They can be found by model name.
- After launching the program, you will need to specify the path to the files by opening the “Open File” tab.
- Click “Upload” and connect the set-top box to the network. The installation completion will be indicated by a 100% loading bar.
Using a flash drive
If for some reason this procedure was not successful, the program version will remain the same. The situation will be corrected by a flash card with the same installation file. The description of the action algorithm is as follows.
When you turn on the GS B522 and GS B520 receiver for the first time, a welcome window appears on the screen. If necessary, you can set the time and date here. But usually this is not required since the receiver receives the date and time from the satellite.
Press the OK button on the receiver’s remote control and go to the “Search for Tricolor TV” page.
In this menu, use the “right” and “left” buttons to select an operator. For the European part the operator is "Tricolor TV" for Siberia "Tricolor-Siberia". If the plate is configured correctly, when you select an operator, the “Strength” and “Quality” scales will be filled.
Use the “down” button to select “continue” and click OK.
After this, the region selection option appears. Select the region using the up and down buttons and press the OK button. For the European part of the country, the region is “Main”. When you select the "Ural" region, in addition to the channels of the main region, federal channels with broadcasting +2 hours.
After this happens automatic search channels. Upon completion of the search, you just need to click the “OK” button and select “Save”.
In order to re-search channels on the configured receiver:
Press "Menu" and Select the item “Search for Tricolor channels”, andClick “Start Search” with the “OK” button
Organization and sorting of channels on GS B522 and GS B520 receivers.
On this moment Tricolor TV has more than 200 different TV channels, and of course, you have those that you love more than others. It will be much more convenient if all your favorite channels are in one, separate list and you don’t have to search for them among other channels.
To create such a list you need:
Press the “Menu” button on the receiver remote control and go to the “Applications” section, and in itSelect the “Channel Editor” application.
When you go to the channel editor, you will see two columns: the list of channels is displayed on the right, and the channels included in this list are displayed on the left.
To create new list press the red button on the receiver's remote control.
The screen will appear screen keyboard. Using the “up”, “down”, “right”, “left” and “OK” buttons you can title the new list, then save the name by pressing the blue button.
Now, to add your channels to a new list, select it using the “up” and “down” buttons and press “right”
Click green button on the remote control to display a list of channels.
After selecting the channel you want to add to the list, click OK. To the right of the channel will appear green tick indicating that the channel has been added to the list.
Once you have selected all the channels simply press “exit”. The right side of the window now shows your selected channels in the order you want.
Now, when displaying the list of channels, you have a new group, by selecting it you will see your added channels.
Unlike earlier receiver models, when channels are added to the favorites list, in these models the channel numbering changes and corresponds to the order in which they were added to the list. For example, if you add channel 185 first, then it becomes 1 in the list. And when switching channels, the list numbering is now used, and not the channel number that was assigned to it during the initial setup.
Your Tricolor TV GS B520 receiver is configured and ready to work. Enjoy watching.
But, before starting the review, a small note. I'm undecided correct name GS-B520 products.
So what is this product, set-top box or receiver?
It seems unfair to call this product satellite receiver, so let there be a satellite set-top box for the needs of Tricolor.
Go!
Of course, not everything is so bad, and with her you can have a pretty good time. good quality watch satellite TV. There are other good features in the console.
The GS-B520 not only supports DiseqC, but also allows you to select and configure satellites. If we remember, a similar function was previously only available in the GS-9305 receiver.
Of course, the receiver supports HD picture quality; in addition to analog “tulips”, there is an HDMI interface on board.
At the heart of the GS B520 satellite set-top box is a new CPU MStar K5 and coprocessor own development holding GS Group.
The technological solution provides high speed data processing and content security. GS B520 is equipped with the necessary comfortable work connectors: RCA-3, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, digital audio output S/PDIF
For the first time, the original Tricolor TV receiver implemented the recording and time shift function (delayed viewing). In order to record a TV show, you need to connect any USB flash drive to the GS B520.
In addition, the receiver supports work with dials, has a “manual search” function, and has a not so bad graphical menu. The menu is quite conveniently organized, graphic design menu at a modern level.
I note that the USB port is suitable not only for updating software, but also for external drives You can record TV programs, and you can now view photos and listen to music from a flash drive. But not a movie, for example from your torrent collection, sadness!
Without switching between channels, you can see what is on a particular TV channel and at what stage of the program. You can create your own channel lists and even edit the on-screen menu.
But there is an unfortunate fact: switching channels cannot be called instantaneous; the delay could be less.
The video/audio signal is simultaneously sent to HDMI and RCA. This is of course a big plus. There is no need to struggle with choosing a source, as was the case with the GS-8306/8307. It is possible to use an external RF modulator and connect a satellite set-top box to two TVs at once to watch TV channels.
You need to understand that both TVs will have the same program and not differently. But, it is supposed to watch television content in the so-called “mirror” streaming.
That is, the video content that the user selects on TV will be duplicated on mobile devices. Thus, Tricolor TV implements the concept of “take television with you.”
This service can be used by owners of smartphones and tablets based on iOS or Android. For them to function, you must install the “Play.Tricolor” application. The TV receiver must be connected to a Wi-Fi router within the home network.
There is support for Daisik together with manual search channels, brings the ability to use the GS-B520 on systems with multiple cymbals/heads.
Thus, in addition to watching Tricolor TV channels on this set-top box, you can also “admire” open channels from other satellites.
In the GS-B520 receiver, unlike previous models- there is no smart card, it is now built into the board.
The model is made in the classic style typical of all models of the holding. The black glossy case has a quadrangular shape.
On the front panel there is a button to turn the device on and off and a digital timer. There is a USB connector here. All other connectors are on the rear panel of the set-top box. These are RCA-3, HDMI and Ethernet.
The attachment is medium in size. The ventilation holes are located at the top of the case. Remote controller remote control convenient.
And so, what do we have from this satellite set-top box:
— Possibility of connecting an external IR receiver for hidden installation.
— Reception DVB-S broadcasting and DVB-S2 in the full range 950–2150 MHz
- One USB port for updating software, recording TV programs, viewing photos (JPEG, PNG, GIF) and listening to music (MP3)
-Timeshift (delayed viewing)
- Reception of high definition channels and standard definition in MPEG-4 and MPEG-2 formats (video output in 1080p/576i resolutions)
— Detailed electronic program guide (EPG) for 7 days
— Teletext, subtitles, timers
— Infokas, TV mail, TV chat, Tricolor cinemas and of course the Content is protected from your piracy.
Console filling:
Processor: MStar K5
Memory: 256 MB DDR3 RAM, 128 MB Flash
DiseqC support: 1.0
GUI: full color, high resolution, 32 bit
Frequency range: 950 MHz - 2150 MHz
Input impedance: 75 ohms
Modulation type: DVB-S: QPSK and DVB-S2: QPSK, 8PSK
Input bit rate: 2 – 45 Msym/s for DVB-S, at least 30 Msym/s for DVB-S2
Timer: Yes
Menu languages: Russian, English
Decodable formats: MPEG-4 AVC, H.264 [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
Video resolution: up to 1920x1080p
Audio Decoding: MPEG/MusiCam Layer 1.2
Audio Mode: Mono/Stereo
Output Connectors: HDMI, Composite RCA, Optical (S/PDIF)
Network interface: Ethernet 10/100 LAN
Interface connectors: 1xUSB
Embedded system conditional access: DRE Crypt 3.0
DVB Common Interface: No
Input voltage: 220 (+22/-33) V, 50 Hz
Power consumption: no more than 12 W
Dimensions (mm): 176x123x35
Weight (net): 0.5 kg
Indication: multi-mode light indicator built into the standby/work mode switch button
So far, much has not been discovered in the set-top box for Tricolor's needs. significant shortcomings. The receiver even comes with a one-year manufacturer's warranty. But there is also a significant problem when setting up the GS B520 receiver.
To understand this, we visually show two different receivers and connect them together to one dish, take one receiver SKYWAY CLASSIC 3 and GS B 520, look at the signal level:
As I already said, this is not a receiver, it is a set-top box. So they (the manufacturer) call it a “prefix,” so that’s what it is.
I've had hobbies for many years satellite television there were many different receivers, analog and digital like Nokia, Strong, Humax, different configurations, .
They were all different, good and bad, but they were all receivers. And this is some kind of shame that a decent satellite television fan would be ashamed to keep in his home!
So, Friends, if you really can’t bear to subscribe to one operator’s bondage, then take the module, and from now on only and no set-top boxes!
As for the advantages of the receiver relative to the GS B 520 prefix:
1. Availability of a smart card in
2. Metal body.
3. Clock and information on display.
4. Improved protection of the primary and secondary circuits of the receiver.
5. Full analog video and audio output.
6. Receiver control on the front panel of the receiver.
But it also happens with set-top boxes, complaints that registered, that is, paid channels are not shown.
And after a while it shows again. At the beginning it will show a table with an error, and after twenty seconds, lo and behold, it opens the channels.
What is this, a feature of the hardware in the console or camera glitches? Whether they are or not doesn't matter. There is neither the time nor the desire to explain why, as long as the set-top box is working, we are happy because it won’t last long, there’s a year of warranty, it’s kind of funny.
Otherwise, in 2017, they will come up with something to replace it, of course with an additional payment.
Good luck Friends!