Instructions for connecting and setting up DVB set-top boxes Lumax

Advantages and disadvantages, selection criteria. Lumax digital set-top box. Its purpose, comparative characteristics, connection, configuration.

• What is a digital set-top box Lumax
• What are Lumax digital set-top boxes for?
• Advantages and disadvantages of Lumax receivers
• Characteristics of Lumax digital set-top boxes
• Which console to choose
• Lumax TV set-top box – connection
• Lumax prefix: setting up channels and searching for them
• Possible problems and solutions

Characteristics of all Lumax digital set-top boxes

All Lumax set-top boxes are equipped almost identically. Their peculiarity is that even the very first models are equipped with the ability to access the Internet via a WiFi signal. This is especially convenient, for example, during the process of flashing equipment and installing new software.

*In the table, “+ DVB-C” indicates the device’s ability to work with DVB-T, DVB-T2 and DVB-C.

Review of tuners from the manufacturer Lumax

A digital TV receiver is a useful and indispensable device that can turn even an old TV into a multifunctional multimedia gadget. Today, users can watch two free packages of 10 TV programs, one containing informational content and the other containing entertainment.

If you study the ranking of the best and most popular consoles of 2018-2019, you can see that Lumax tuners occupy the highest positions in it. It is noteworthy that in terms of price, these devices even outperform their direct competitors in many ways. Also, the technical characteristics of Lumax do not differ much depending on the model.

Most Lumax digital set-top boxes are equipped with a Wi-Fi module, which makes it possible to access the Internet and download the latest version of the software. All set-top boxes have an HDMI connector; some models also have an RSA input. Support for AVI, MP3, MP4, DivX, WAV formats means that the receiver can be used as a media player.

For those looking for an inexpensive tuner with rich functionality, the DV-1108HD is a good choice. Supports the modern broadcasting standard, as well as the DVB-C format. Equipped with a powerful processor that ensures fast operation of the device. The model is complemented by a small display, has a built-in Wi-Fi module, and supports the Time Shift function.

Connecting a Lumax digital set-top box

The procedure and nature of connecting the set-top box depends on the TV itself. Depending on the conditions, up to 3 connection methods can be selected. We will tell you about them.

Front panel of the Lumax set-top box with display

For example, let's take the 2 most popular models of Lumax digital set-top boxes - DV1108HD and DV2105HD . If you have a different tuner model, don't worry. The connection procedure is the same for everyone. First, let's look at the back panel of the presented console.

Rear panel of the Lumax console

There are several options here:

• Ant IN. Output for connecting an antenna to the receiver.
• Loop Out. Needed to connect two receivers and receive a digital signal from one antenna.
• HDTV. One of the HDMI output connectors, through which you can additionally connect not only a TV, but also a computer monitor.
• CVBS, R and L. Corresponding RSA outputs. Yellow is responsible for displaying the picture (Video), and the other two are for the right (R) and left (L) speakers of the TV.

Important! In the absence of grounding on external antennas, Lumax does not guarantee the safety of using the set-top box during a thunderstorm. Therefore, upon the onset of such weather conditions, it is better to unplug the antenna cable

HDMI connection

Examples of inputs on a TV

It's better not to skimp when buying. In various stores you can find prices starting from 100 rubles, but the better quality the cable, the longer it will last you

When connecting, HDMI is first installed, then you can insert the antenna and turn on the set-top box to the network.

Connection using RSA or SCART-RSA

Often RSA cables are included in digital set-top boxes. They are also usually called “Tulips”. They are made in different colors and are connected via appropriate connectors.

On some older TVs you can still find a SCART input. In this case, the only option to connect the set-top box is to use a special adapter that converts the signal from RSA to SCART. You can find one of these in any hardware store. It's inexpensive.

Which console to choose

When purchasing any digital receiver, including Lumax, you should pay attention to a number of basic criteria:

1. Number of supported formats. The more there are, the better.
2. Availability of HDMI connector. Connecting through it guarantees high quality image and sound.
3. Technical characteristics (signal coding, operating resolution of the TV receiver screen).
4. Ease of use. Remote control and control buttons on the case.
5. Additional functions (video recording, delayed viewing, child control, Internet connection).

Don't overpay for options you don't plan to use. It often happens that the simpler, the more reliable.

Setting up and searching for channels on the Lumax TV set-top box

Regardless of which connection method was chosen. The test of operation will be the first launch of the console. In order to do it correctly, you need to select the appropriate mode for displaying the device on the TV.

From the list, select the mode in which you connected the set-top box

In this case, we will choose from 3 options:

1. If the connection was made using an HDMI cable, then in the settings you should switch to HDTV or HDMI mode (whichever it will be), depending on the TV model.
2. If using RSA, then you should find the AV (Audio Video) icon.
3. When using SCART, the corresponding message will be shown.

You should look for this setting in the TV menu. Usually it is in the image parameters.

In some cases, you can see 2 or 3 connectors of the same format. For example, HDMI 1 and 2. In this case, choose the one that carries the signal from the cable. You can view it on the back cover of the device

• Once the required display channel is selected. You should turn on the Lumax set-top box from the remote control.
• When you log in for the first time, the main menu window will open. It is necessary to specify the language settings. If your digital antenna has a signal amplifier, then in the “Power” column you need to set it to ON.
• After that, click search channels.

The device will independently select a convenient signal frequency at which the strongest digital reception strength is observed. Upon completion, the list will be saved and you will be able to watch your favorite shows.

How to connect a Lumax digital TV receiver to an old TV?

The digital receiver connects to any TV model. The main thing is to choose the right wire. The tuner comes with standard cables and plugs. Therefore, you need to buy a separate wire. On the one hand, it has a standard headphone input, and on the other, 3 separate plugs in red, yellow and white. Using this device, connect any adapter model to a digital device.

Searching for TV channels by frequency in manual mode

If the automatic search finds too few broadcast TV channels or their quality of display does not suit you, you can try to independently select the required reception frequency from the TV tower and find the corresponding channels on it.

To control menu items, you need to use Vol +/- on the remote control of the set-top box and the OK button to select the parameter

The sequence of searching channels in manual mode is as follows:

1. First you need to find out the frequency of digital signal transmission from your nearest television tower. This can be done using the CETV interactive map.
2. Then you need to press “Menu” on the remote control. In it, select the channel search section.
3. We proceed to a manual search and set the channel number that was taken earlier for your area, according to the previously specified map. We wait a few seconds and look at the signal level, it should change. Click OK.

The device will search for the reception frequency you set and find all available programs on it. This must be done for DVB-T and DVB-T2 parameters.

Advantages and disadvantages of Lumax receivers

Internet connection via Wi-Fi in all models

Availability of display and remote control included

Supports any broadcast standards

Acceptable cost

Dolby Digital Compatible

Lack of a connector for connecting via cable to the Internet

Discreet Design

Not always high-quality assembly

Braking during intensive channel switching

Sometimes the case gets hot

Lumax cinemas

It is no coincidence that the company’s devices have become so popular. For all owners of equipment, Lumax gives the opportunity to additionally download some Russian and foreign films and cartoons completely free of charge. The list includes more than 500 options that you can download to your receiver and watch on your TV, with the ability to rewind and stop the broadcast.

To receive a particular film, you must:

1. Buy the corresponding branded WiFi adapter for the set-top box – LUMAX DV0002HD. It costs 550 rubles.
2. Go to the menu and select “Network and Applications”. Click OK and select “FTP download”
3. After that, press the blue button on the remote control.
4. The update will begin downloading; its duration depends on the Internet speed. When finished, click OK and confirm the installation.
5. Subsequently, in the menu itself, you can go to the “network and applications” section and select the movie you need from the general catalog.

Thus, in addition to 20 free channels, with the purchase of a set-top box you can also watch some premieres for free.

Troubleshooting

Instructions for the remote control from Lumax

When operating the equipment, various situations may arise that will partially or completely limit the full operation of Lumax devices. In this case, we will provide the most effective solutions, based on popular errors:

The set-top box is not visible on the TV/the image disappears

1. If the image periodically disappears, then in most cases this indicates a malfunction of some cable.
2. If there is a complete absence of a picture, you must also make sure that the device display mode is selected correctly. We wrote about this earlier.

Finds few channels/does not find them at all

1. Check the antenna. To do this, it is best to connect another set-top box to it and see the signal reception level.
2. Make sure to select the correct frequency when manually searching.

Long download of updates

The download speed of the set-top box updates depends on the Internet speed in your home. The higher it is, the faster the module will be able to order the necessary files via Wi Fi. The device randomly turns off and reboots. You need to reset it to factory settings and search for channels again. The reason may also be an outdated software version.

How to update software

Thanks to the fact that many Lumax tuners are equipped with a Wi-Fi module, users have access to the Internet. It is worth considering that to access the network you will need a special device that is not supplied with the set-top box. You need to buy it separately, but such an antenna-receiver costs about 600 rubles. Externally, the product looks like a regular flash drive and is connected accordingly (USB input).

The built-in Wi-Fi module on Lumax set-top boxes allows you to download and install the latest firmware. To update the software, you need to download the firmware for a specific device model. The files will be encrypted in the archive, so they will need to be unpacked and then written to a flash drive.

After connecting the tuner to the TV receiver, you need to insert the drive into the USB port and wait until the download begins. When a message appears indicating that the device has been successfully installed, you need to open the set-top box interface.

The next step is to go to the “System” section, and from there to “Software Update”. You need to make sure that the “Update via USB” column is selected. If files with firmware appear on the screen, it is recommended to click “OK” and wait for the software update.

The process cannot be interrupted, as this can harm the system. Once the process is complete, the device will reboot on its own and the flash drive should be removed.

Reviews of Lumax consoles

Currently, the company's products are popular among users. Firstly, everyone appreciates the ease of installation of these devices and their overall reliability. On average, one such set-top box can work for more than 5 years, while some devices from other companies burn out after six months of use.

In addition, when purchasing, you have the option of an additional cinema hall, which contains only the most popular films. There are also about 100 Soviet cartoons, which your children will appreciate with a bang.

If we talk about the average rating on the Internet, then the company’s products can be safely given 4.5 on a 5-point scale.