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Tivax STB-T8 Digital to Analog TV Converter Box

The STB-T8 from Tivax is a Digital TV Set Top Converter Box with Analog pass through for connection to a TV antenna. Main features of the STB-T8 include receives free on air high definition TV broadcast, analog pass through for easier connection to a TV antenna, auto scan, electronic program guide and program information, parental control, supports both 4:3 and 16:9 TV aspect ratios, closed-captioning, dolby digital, full operation by remote control, energy star compliant, NTIA certified, qualified for $40 coupon, and english, spanish, and french on-screen display.Inputs include Antenna/RF Coaxial and Smart Antenna interface, composite video, stereo audio left and right and one antenna/RF output. Comes with remote control and two AAA batteries.

Save $40 on This TV Converter Box
On February 17, 2009, U.S. broadcast television is switching from analog to digital signals. Analog televisions using an antenna will require a converter box to receive broadcast TV after that date. Every U.S. household can get up to two coupons–each with a code good for $40 off the cost of eligible converter boxes.

Technical Details

* Receive free on air high definition tv broadcast
* Analog pass through for easier connection to tv antennas
* Supports both 4×3 and 16×9 tv aspect ratios
* Dolby Digital
* NTIA certified and qualified for government coupon program

Customer Reviews:

TIVAX and digital are awesome, February 4, 2009
By R. Casey (SF Bay Area)
I see the digital conversion has now been delayed because Congress didn’t think YEARS was long enough for people to get the message. However…I connected my Tivax converter to a rabbit ears that only had ONE of the ears still connected. It’s on my sailboat in the SF Bay area. I had received broadcast channels previously sort of fuzzy and that’s about it. OMIGOD. I hooked up the Tivax in 2 minutes, fired it up and now have about 20 channels available, including high-def, and never realized my picture on my little 12″ boat TV could be so great. Wonderful product and people will be amazed by digital.

BEST converter box overall compared to all others!!!!!, February 3, 2009
By N. Lewis “Picky and smart buyer” (Woodstock, Ohio)
I have really researched the different models for several weeks before choosing this one. It was at the top of my list but was unable to find it, as was the Zenith DTT 901 and the Insignia. The Insignia was impossible to get, the zenith was hard to find from a reputable company which honored the warranty and defects that can occur in any model. When I noticed that the Tivax STB-T8 was overall superior to any other brand and model with its smart antenna connection (great option), analog pass though, power and channel buttons on front of device (a must just! for the just in case situation), does not get hot (don’t put on other machines like others have and surprisingly find any electrical device too hot), great remote that controls channels, volume, aspect ratio, signal check, awesome guide display that shows several hours ahead of programming, easy and quick connect and setup. It is well worth the money, I bought it through Amazon for 79.99 and with coupon only cost 39.99 (they are trustworthy and honor defected boxes and will replace it) and signed up for the Amazon prime free trial, upgraded from free 2 day to one day shipping for 3.99 (i placed order on Saturday and received it on Monday which was one business day as estimated). I am buying a second box and now that I have the Amazon prime free trial it is $30 cheaper (that’s awesome!). I decided to buy the RCA smart antenna passive multi directional version to see if i can pick up more channels than my current outdoor antenna. Will have to see if it works. Overall I am extremely pleased and satisfied with this device and highly recommend it to everyone wanting a converter box that is well worth paying for. Also, for those viewing reviews to decide what to get. Pay the extra 10 or 20 dollars (better than buying cheap, having it break down and then buy this one anyway) and choose a reputable seller, many had poor customer service and return policies and shipping costs that run up the price. I was dis-satisfied very much with MANY of the companies that i googled when searching for coupon eligible boxes, definitely read the reviews, if they can offer you a too good to be true offer, it probably comes with a cost. Amazon gave me an ease of mind knowing i was buying from them directly and their policy on returns and defects.

Very happy with this unit, January 1, 2009
By roketdr (up in space)
Works as advertised. It appears to be solidly constructed and well thought out. Good features, especially the signal strength meter. I also like the button on the remote that changes the aspect ratio of the display — very convenient.

I was surprised to see how many digital channels I could get — I went from one good analog channel to 60 digital channels after installation. For the antenna, all you will probably need is a regular UHF antenna (the round loop, not the rabbit ears). I have always used a powered antenna, but did not need to buy a new antenna. The digital signal is quite directional, so the signal strength meter helps a lot in finding the right angle to place the antenna at.

Excellent picture, November 4, 2008
By Brad (Cincinnati, OH USA)
My first converter box was a Zenith DTT900. It died exactly 92 days after purchase which was 2 days after the full warranty expired - very displeased. Instead of paying Zenith the $35 they wanted to fix it, I ordered a 2nd coupon and bought the Tivax. Wow, the color is brighter and the picture is noticeably more sharp than the Zenith on the same TV. My whole family noticed it right away. Almost made me glad the Zenith died - almost. I’m very pleased with the Tivax. The only thing the Zenith has over the Tivax is that the Zenith remote can be programmed to turn on the TV so you don’t need 2 remotes to watch TV. Of course, that doesn’t help much if the box is dead.

I must add that although I love Amazon and their service, this box is overpriced here. It’s available for less elsewhere.

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