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ViewTV ATSC Digital Converter Box for TV HDMI Cable Recording PVR Function Output USB LED Timer Display AT 300
Last Updated: May 29, 2022 (Refresh Now)
4.6
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
748
Old Reviews
645
Unverified
29
Spam Test
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Yes
USB
No
HDMI
HDTV 720p
RESOLUTION
Yes
VIDEO
Review Analysis - 74 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Remote
19control, buttons, pointed, harmony, viewtv
+11%
-89%
" ... The remote has to be pointed directly at the device for it to work. ... "
" ... This was the second ViewTV I purchased after the first one stopped recognizing the remote control after a few years. ... "
" ... Menu will freeze and not respond, had issues with the remote at the beginning, not picking up the signal. ... "
" ... The unit froze after five minutes and neither the remote or unit controls worked. ... "
" ... Poor quality remote. ... "
" ... Also, the remote won't work from across the room, you need to be right in front of the unit. ... "
" ... The set-up screen came up as it was supposed to but the remote control didn't work at all. ... I put in fresh NEW batteries and still no response from the remote. ... "
" ... Remote dosen't work that great. ... "
Reliability
18died, stopped working, lasted, dead, viewtv
+6%
-94%
" ... Ordered this product and was very satisfied with how the box was working for a while, but it suddenly stopped working about 10 days ago and no longer powers on. ... "
" ... However, it kept working most of the time, and because of a medical situation, I was forced to let it be. ... This one stayed in the box until the beginning of November when the original box finally died. ... "
" ... Purchased this unit Jun 2020 and now the unit is dead. ... "
" ... Already torn up, never worked good. ... "
" ... These units for some reason, overheat and die after only a couple of months. ... "
" ... We have had a couple in the past (have to replace them every year or two because they eventually die), and they do their job ok- they allow us to get an antenna signal to our home theater. ... I asked if they were in any way liable for their faulty equipment which clearly had a dangerous electrical problem in it and his response was "I mean, no sir." ... "
" ... First one lasted a year, 2nd lasted less than 6 months. ... "
" ... Out of the blue, it's now completely dead. ... "
Marketplace
14works, replace, amazon, replacement, refund
+36%
-64%
" ... One star only because the company was good to work with in issuing a replacement(twice). ... "
" ... I complained to Amazon and they were replaced. ... "
" ... Unit eventually failed completely, and was returned. ... "
" ... Definitely sending them back. ... "
" ... Why is Amazon selling these and still not having addressed this issue. ... "
" ... Product did not function as the Amazon assistant assured me it would. ... I wish I could get a refund! ... "
" ... So far I've had replace it twice. ... "
Usage
10remote, press, manual, easy to use, buttons
+40%
-60%
" ... Interface takes some getting use to. ... Button press on the controller is not sensitive. ... "
" ... Zero quality control! ... "
" ... You have to be very close to get it work and even then you would need to press the button several times before it responds. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
8replacement, refund, seller, returned, later
+13%
-88%
" ... One star only because the company was good to work with in issuing a replacement(twice). ... "
" ... I complained to Amazon and they were replaced. ... "
" ... Unit eventually failed completely, and was returned. ... "
" ... Definitely sending them back. ... "
" ... I wish I could get a refund! ... "
" ... So far I've had replace it twice. ... "
Resolution
7picture, channels, pvr, converter, tuner
+86%
-14%
" ... I purchased these boxes to decode / display digital channels as part of a in-house video broadcast system. ... "
" ... nevertheless, the channels have a great picture. ... "
" ... I use it for " cut the cable" by using it for free off air channels ... "
" ... I've been using the AT-300 digital converter/PVR for a couple months now and have had great TV Antenna viewing. ... The picture is 1080p and all functions have worked per specifications. ... "
" ... The TV tuner in my LG TV went out but the rest of it still works fine. ... "
" ... Used on old Sony rear projection TV picture is at least as good as a 720 led television ... "
Connectivity
7tv, power adapter, tuner, input, cable
+43%
-57%
" ... HDMI reception is sporatic ... "
" ... I bought this thinking it had HDMI in and out but no it doesn't, it doesn't even work as a cable box converter it's always low or no signal, and talk about cheap, I dropped it ONCE and the case bent, 0/5 ... "
Software
6user interface, update, interface, files, pvr
+17%
-83%
" ... I wish they would release an updated version that's not prone to these problems. ... "
" ... Different brand names slapped on them, but they are all running the same clunky software and seem to be built the same. ... "
" ... Update 9/6/2020: the documentation is abysmal. ... There's no website for the manufacturer, so no way to update the firmware. ... no software or location change so guessing the hardware must be failing. ... "
" ... Slow response, poor user interface. ... "
Picture
6quality, tv, superb, channels
+100%
" ... nevertheless, the channels have a great picture. ... "
" ... Delivers a nice picture. ... "
" ... The picture is 1080p and all functions have worked per specifications. ... "
" ... picture quality is superb both live and playback. ... "
" ... The picture quality is solid, and it pulls in the signals nicely. ... "
" ... Used on old Sony rear projection TV picture is at least as good as a 720 led television ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
6works, advertised, seller, replace, product
+67%
-33%
" ... The seller replace it. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Delivers a nice picture. ... "
Price
3price, downsides, despite, worth, waste
+33%
-67%
" ... A waste of my money. ... "
" ... Save your money and skip this. ... "
Performance
3reboot, job
+33%
-67%
" ... Tried to restart it and nothing. ... "
" ... that hasn’t been a big issue for us, sometimes many days between reboots. ... update 2/10/2021: it finally started to reboot too often and was failing to record reliably. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
3advertised, product, picture
+100%
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Delivers a nice picture. ... "
Features
3shift, mode, dvr
+33%
-67%
" ... The first one was the lack of pass through function. ... "
Display
3screen, even, channel
-100%
" ... The On Screen guide only works for the current channel. ... "
" ... It had "boot" on the LCD screen and was stuck there for who knows how long. ... It doesn't turn on and nothing appears on the LCD now. ... "
Cable
3tv, tuner, rf, input, coax
+67%
-33%
" ... I bought this tuner and ran it into the AV input of my TV using the cable that came with the tuner box, plugged in my rabbit ears antenna and now have off air TV again. ... I was also impressed with the packaging and all the cables that come with it for such a low price. ... "
" ... As a True Cord Cutter, I love these units . ... "
Body
3unit, screen, removed, plastic, kept
-100%
" ... In fact, when I picked it back up, I could hear something loose rattling around inside. ... "
" ... I repaired the broken one (swollen cap in ps) kept this in case I need a receiver in a clutch. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
USB: Yes
HDMI: No
Camera
Video: Yes
Display
Resolution: HDTV 720p
Type: LED
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