What Is a Set-Top Box?

Network Set-Top Box (STB) for short is an important technical equipment in information appliances. The function of the set-top box has jumped from a multi-frequency tuner and decoder to a controlling terminal for a large number of online databases of movies, multimedia events, news and so on.

Network set-top box

Network Set-Top Box

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As a network set-top box, in order to facilitate the application, general products will support the following two network protocols:

1. The full name of DLNA is DIGITAL LIVING NETWORK ALLIANCE. Its purpose is to enjoy your music, photos and videos, anywhere anytime. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) was established by Sony, Intel, Microsoft, etc., and aims to solve personal PCs and consumer electronics. The interconnection of wireless networks and wired networks, including mobile devices, enables unlimited sharing and growth of digital media and content services, with more than 280 member companies.

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Hardware configuration :

The choice of network set-top box hardware configuration is the same consideration as the choice of mobile phone and Pad, that is, how much the main frequency is, whether it is dual-core, how much memory, and how much storage. In principle, the larger the configuration, the better, because there will be more and more applications in the future, and the requirements for configuration will become higher and higher. This process is the same as the development process of computers, mobile phones, and broadband, and there needs to be room for development. Of course, cost-effectiveness should also be considered, and an excessively advanced configuration is not necessary.

Operating system :

Is the network set-top box easy to use? How to use the network set-top box? Is the number one issue for buyers. At present, the system that is more versatile is the system using Android, and some manufacturers have developed their own operating systems. In comparison, the two operating systems have their own advantages: the operating system developed by itself has good stability, and Network set-top box hardware compatibility is better; while the Android system is powerful, subsequent upgrades are relatively simple and support more network applications, and users can choose according to their needs.

High-definition film source : Providing high-definition programs is a very important selling point of this smart set-top box. Currently, smart TV set-top boxes are equipped with high-definition interfaces. The hardware has already met the requirements for watching high-definition programs. However, due to the high-definition Program sources, high-definition storage capacity, and high-definition platform technology are quite different. As a result, the high-definition programs that each network TV set-top box can watch are also very different. Although some weaker manufacturers claim that they support high-definition playback , But actually can see very few high-definition film sources, this point must be paid attention to when users purchase.

Expanded functions :

Although the most important function in network TV set-top box purchase is its high-definition content playback capabilities, in addition, the set-top box provides some extended functions such as: whether the set-top box supports hard disk playback, whether

Supporting LAN functions, whether you can browse pictures, browse websites, etc. are also factors to consider when buying. A good network set-top box is not only able to watch high-definition videos on the network, it should also meet more network applications .

Firmware upgrade capability :

The current hardware technology of high-definition network set-top boxes is very mature, but the software still has room for further improvement, especially the strong compatibility and scalability of network set-top boxes, which can be realized through firmware upgrades. Therefore, it is very necessary to consider the firmware upgrade capability when choosing. It also requires that the product you purchased at the time does not support a certain function and can also be resolved by firmware upgrade. Some product failures can also be resolved by firmware upgrade.

After-sales service :

What brand of network set-top box is good? As a new product, the network set-top box is under the pressure of market competition. The development of chips, software and hardware is extremely fast, and problems are unavoidable. This makes the after-sales service extremely important. How to make up for the innate shortcomings of products through after-sales service, improve customer satisfaction, reputation, and brand loyalty, and then build a reputation for the product and enhance the value of the brand is a problem that every player manufacturer should seriously consider ^[2] .