How to connect the Lumax dv4205hd set-top box and TV and set up channels for IPTV

Connecting the set-top box

The main difficulty of this point is the type of TV and connectors on both devices. Typically, the Lumax console itself has 4 types of output:

1. Input for monitor, tuner or any equipment for
2. Connector for old-style antenna Ant IN.
3. Tulips for connecting third-party equipment.
4. Input for connecting tuners or receiving a digital signal Loop Out.

Towards modern TV

People in most cases prefer to keep up with the times, and therefore purchase devices that meet all their needs. As analysts say, on average, Russians change their TV once every 4 years. If there is a screen in the kitchen or living room that is no more than 10 years old, then connecting a digital set-top box to it is a completely doable task.

1. First you need to connect the tuner to the antenna. If your region of residence or terrain does not allow you to establish a high-quality and stable signal, it is better to install the cable directly from the provider.
2. Next, we connect the set-top box and the TV. This can be done in different ways: using an RCA cable or a more modern HDMI connector. The latter method is more profitable because it gives better image quality.
3. Turn on both devices and use the remote control to select the desired connector from the proposed options. If everything was successful, the broadcast from the tuner will be displayed on the screen.

To the old

The situation is much more complicated with a TV that has been working honestly for 30 years and never expected that the owners would decide to connect to it something that the engineers didn’t even think about during assembly. To set up and connect IPTV on the Lumax set-top box, you will have to work hard.

The algorithm of actions is identical to the previous paragraph, but with some reservations:

1. Older devices do not have HDMI outputs. You can correct the situation with the help of RCA “tulips”. The main thing is not to confuse the colors: red (white) is responsible for the sound, yellow for the picture.
2. Very old TVs have a SCART input. An adapter will be needed here. A budget RCA-SCART is perfect.
3. In some TV models from the last century, in principle, there are no connectors for an AV signal. A solution was found here too - purchase an HF type modulator. Using it, first connect the antenna to the tuner, then connect them to the modulator through an adapter. And then plug it into the TV.

About company

By modern standards, Lumax is a young player in the market. The company appeared in 2001, but has come a long way. Today it is the main supplier of equipment for RTRS and has their certification. This suggests that Lumax digital set-top boxes and other equipment of the company meet a high quality standard. RTRS is not the only partner of the brand. Today, Lumax provides equipment to most Russian operators - MTS, Megafon, Beeline, Rostelecom, NTV Plus, and also actively cooperates with foreign companies - Huawei, JVC, Conax, TP-Link and others.

Since its inception, the brand has been focused on developing devices for digital, satellite and cable television. At the same time, the development is carried out by a staff of professional engineers, and all developments take into account rapid changes in technology and are future-oriented. Over the years, the number of products has expanded significantly, and today Lumax not only supplies high-quality TV equipment, but also kitchen appliances, TV accessories, beauty and health devices, and home appliances.

Setting up and searching for channels

Once the connection is established, it’s time to configure the device to the desired operating mode.

1. Select the information display mode: through tulips – AV mode; Using a SCART adapter, look for the corresponding item in the menu; HDMI is called that and often comes first.
2. Next, select the language.
3. If there is an amplifier on the antenna, in the “Power” item o.
4. Before tuning, it is advisable to find out the frequency of information transmission from the nearest source.

Next you need to find and select channels:

1. The remote control button on the remote control will open the channel search section in the set-top box menu.
2. Click “Manual Search” and enter the channel number from the map.
3. When the channel is open, adjust the signal level.
4. Find the desired channels one by one and save them.

How to set up the Internet

Access to the World Wide Web provides benefits, for example, the use of IPTV. Lumax set-top boxes support this function:

1. Connect the router to the set-top box directly via a USB cable.
2. On the TV, open the menu and find the “Networks” or “Wi-Fi” section (relevant only for modern models).
3. Select the required signal and enter the password.
4. Wait for connection. Ready.

To watch movies directly from YouTube, use the “Cinema” option in the menu.

The new lineup consists of the following models and series:

Competitive advantages:

For partners: – Wide range of products to fully meet existing demand; – Flexible pricing policy; – Preferential conditions for the first deliveries; – “Selling” packaging. Professional execution of an individual gift box attracts the buyer’s attention; – RTRS recommendation.

For users: – Stable operation with a weak signal; – Warranty period 2 years; – Availability of a unique function Lumax Cinema; – Use of the latest solutions in circuit technology, allowing a significant expansion of the functionality of receivers by simply updating the software.

Technical features

All LUMAX DVHD series receivers use single-chip systems (system-on-a-chip, SoC) MSD7T01 with an integrated demodulator and memory, which is an indicator of a modern element base. Many receivers from other companies have old sets of chips installed, M7802T2 microcircuits from the previous generation MStar Semiconductor (MStar MSD7802 processor and MStar MSB1236C demodulator, serviced by a separate DDR2 memory module).

Signal reception is provided by the Rafael Micro R836 RF tuner manufactured by Rafael Microelectronics, covered with a shielding casing. This tuner model is currently one of the best on the market for working with weak signals. Stable reception at an input level of -85 dBµV. The LUMAX company did not save money and installed one of the best input tuners in terms of sensitivity, Rafael Micro R836, in all receivers, while maintaining a low price.

A new, more powerful main processor and a good sensitivity input tuner make the operation of LUMAX on-air receivers fast and enjoyable. All LUMAX receivers have a mandatory antenna power function, so there is no need to buy a separate power supply for the active antenna; the power will go through the same cable as the signal from the antenna. All receivers have the “short circuit protection” function installed. If the subscriber is working with an external passive antenna, but has turned on the power in the receiver menu, the receiver itself will detect the absence of an amplifier in the antenna and will not supply power to the antenna amplifier. Many receivers from well-known companies do not have this function. All LUMAX receivers have a function for measuring signal level and quality in real time. This allows the client to configure the antenna himself for optimal reception of the DVB-T2 signal, without resorting to a paid service of calling an installer to configure the antenna.

Cinema hall LUMAX

Many LUMAX receivers have the “LUMAX Cinema” function. This allows the subscriber to watch up to 140 of the most popular films in digital quality for free through their Wi-Fi router. This function is available only on LUMAX receivers. Details can be found here.

Chips and Adapters

The MSTAR company, on whose chip LUMAX receivers operate, has tried to rid receiver manufacturers of unnecessary components, which for various reasons may fail, since additional soldering of them automatically creates a percentage of defects. The new chips combine a main processor and a demodulator. As a result, the client receives a more advanced device with minimal defect rates. The power adapters that come with LUMAX receivers, after modification by our engineers, have become much more stable in operation during voltage surges in the network.

As part of the promotion of the LUMAX brand on the Russian market, Lumax Electronics and the general distributor TelCo Group regularly hold promotions aimed at increasing sales and increasing the popularity of the brand. These events allow dealers to earn sales and stay one step ahead of the competition.

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MeeCast function for Lumax receivers

The MeeCast application was developed for smartphones complete with the Lumax prefix in order to:

1. Control the tuner via the remote control and Wi-Fi.
2. View video and photo content on TV from a smartphone or tablet.
3. Actively use video hosting.
4. Watch channels via the Internet in excellent quality.

The application can be downloaded to your phone in two ways:

1. Connect the receiver to the Wi-Fi network, find the MeeCast QR item in the tuner menu and scan it with your smartphone. Download the program from the official website.
2. Find the application in the Play Store (for Android devices) or App Store (for IOS devices).

When the application is open, the receiver number will be displayed in the menu. We select it, and voila - the connection is established, you can use it.

Advantages of Lumax TV set-top boxes

Lumax is not just the leading manufacturer of television equipment on the market, but a kind of indicator of quality. All equipment, including set-top boxes for receiving Lumax , comply with GOST and are made of high-quality and safe materials - ABS Stealth metal or aluminum . For those people who want to get equipment that is not only high-quality, but also environmentally friendly, it makes sense to take a closer look at this brand.

The second advantage of Lumax technology is its convenient and understandable shell, which allows even less experienced users to quickly understand how to control the device. This approach applies to all equipment, from digital television receivers to Bluetooth speakers, where there is actually no interface, but the controls are very easy to understand.

The third important advantage is the frequent updating of the product line. Every six months, new devices enter the market, which, unlike competitors, are not just released to fill a niche, but offer new and sometimes unique functions. At the same time, old devices continue to be serviced, which gives a choice - to use existing equipment or buy something more functional and modern. At the same time, at least 100 units of different products are available on the company’s website.

All Lumax digital television set-top boxes have a two-year warranty. The company uses components from trusted brands for production. Thus, MSTAR chipsets in Lumax equipment are always the latest and, according to the manufacturer, do not have extra nodes that could fail. Rafael Microelectronics products with a shielding casing are used as a tuner - these receivers are considered the best for receiving a weak signal.

Important! Another plus is the mandatory power supply for the antennas. That is, by choosing an active antenna, you don’t have to worry about needing to power it. The console will do this on its own.

Many Lumax set-top boxes have the Cinema Room function, which allows you to connect via Wi-Fi to the Internet and access 140 high-definition films for free. Another relevant feature was support for MeeCast - Lumax were the first on the market to implement it into equipment.