Cheap with current promotion. Everything you need is included. Receiver s9-3900.

Minuses

It is installed more difficult than the well-known tricolor competitor. Expensive tariff offered by the operator. The receiver does not have Pan & Scan mode. There is no way to watch free channels from the same satellite, just what the provider provided.

Review

Specially I took kit # 190, as it offers the s9-3900 receiver - one of the two most modern for MTS. Yes, it turns on longer (about 20-30 seconds from pressing the button to the start of viewing), I read that there are a lot of glitches, although, to be honest, in fact, I have not encountered any problems so far. But on this receiver, all channels offered by MTS are available (except for UHD, although this may be a weak signal), including Disney, without which I would not buy a satellite at all. The bundled package has a tariff and includes channels from three packages: basic, children and adult. The contact center told me that you can change the tariff to just "basic" only by writing a statement in the MTS salon. And given that the "adult" package is simply ridiculous (someone really pays extra for general tariffs), you will have to take a walk and change the tariff. The installation is not very difficult - I calculated on the MTS website (in advance) which side the plate would be, hung it outside the window, but then the help of my family was required - along the line built by the application in the smartphone to the satellite I oriented, but I got "0". So I had to tell my family, and I turned and tilted the antenna. Tricolors are much easier to catch, I must say. I replaced the complete converter with a multiport one, extended the second cable to the kitchen, installed a cheap receiver and got free channels in the kitchen :) There are about 20 unique ones, about 40, taking into account the "hour" and HD versions. It is a pity, but there is no First, Russia and NTV for free, but there is TNT, Friday, 2x2, Zvezda, etc. So by paying extra you can get a kind of multiroom without additional monthly fees.

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The operator offers its customers a wide range of modern services, and you can use not only mobile communications, but also use home Internet and TV. And if the subscriber decides to use several services, he can get a discount, or even one of the services for free.

Today we will tell you about the features of television from the MTS company: what is a set-top box for, how much it costs, and is it necessary to buy it from the operator itself.

What is the prefix for?

A feature of television from many operators is that a set-top box is required for viewing. Of course, some providers offer offers in which additional equipment is not required, in which case either an application or an Internet portal is used for access.

If we talk about TV from MTS, then you do not need an Internet connection to watch it. The user can choose between two options for how to use the service.

The first is through a prefix. For this, a cable will be inserted into the apartment, which will ensure the reception of a digital signal. The set-top box itself is connected to the TV.

The second use case for the CAM module. However, this is only available if your TV is equipped with the appropriate slot. One of the advantages of the module is that you use your usual television remote control to control it. The signal arriving on the TV through the cable is decoded using the installed module.

But when using a set-top box, a prerequisite is the use of a separate remote control that comes with the kit. Note that in modern models of set-top boxes, the remote control can be configured to simultaneously use both the remote control for the set-top box and for the TV. You will not need to use the TV remote to turn on the TV, but only from the set-top box.

What is the price

The cost of the set-top box depends on the model that will be used by you. The new current model costs about three thousand rubles, but it can be rented.

The rental price depends on what services you plan to use from the operator. So, if only TV, then you will pay 110 rubles a month for renting a set-top box, but if you also connect to the Internet, then the rent will be only ten rubles.

But if you plan to use cellular communication as well, then when you connect to “All MTS”, you will also be able to choose interactive TV. Note that in this case you also need a prefix, but of a different type.

You can use the equipment on a lease basis, which is already included in the cost of the converged tariff, or you can purchase it for the full price - 6.5 thousand rubles. The operator indicates that the rent will cost 140 rubles per month. However, if you refuse it and purchase a set-top box at full price, then the cost of the tariff will not change.

Which option to choose depends on a number of factors. The peculiarity of MTS is that the operator offers exactly the lease on the set-top box. So, many operators either offer to buy equipment, or use an installment plan for a certain period of time.

Therefore, at MTS you can cancel the service at any time and return the leased equipment. In case of installments, the set-top box is not returned, but remains with the subscriber, who, when disconnected, pays the still unpaid part of the cost.

Without prefix

Many MTS subscribers, as well as those who are just planning to use TV from the company, ask whether it is possible to use the service without a set-top box? This, for example, is relevant for owners of modern TV models with Smart TV support.

You can use it, but it will not be digital or interactive TV, but mobile. To do this, you need to use the appropriate application installed on your device.

The cost of such television, for a full package of channels, will be three hundred rubles a month. For registration in the application, the mobile MTS number will be used, from the balance of which the fee will be debited. In this case, you will not be able to use the offer from the “All MTS” package, since these are two separate services.

In our country, there are several providers providing satellite television services. MTS has recently entered the demanded market niche. Due to attractive conditions for the purchase and installation of equipment, the company manages to connect new subscribers every day in the regions within the satellite coverage area.

The equipment is offered by the operator himself, it is possible to purchase it in specialized stores. New subscribers need to install a satellite dish with a converter, as well as connect and configure an MTS set-top box.

Before puzzling about connecting satellite TV from MTS, you need to make sure that the place of residence is within the coverage area of ​​the provider's satellites. You can use the map, where different shades of red indicate signal levels. An antenna of a certain diameter should be selected for the appropriate coverage level according to the principle: low level (light red color on the map) - larger dish diameter.

Another important technical aspect to consider is - choosing a place to install a satellite dish so that the digital signal is not obstructed in its path to the receiving antenna. It also determines the direction in which the antenna must be rotated in order to "see" the satellite signals directly.

As for the choice of equipment for satellite TV, in addition to an antenna of a suitable diameter with a converter, depending on the TV receiver, the subscriber needs to purchase an appropriate device.

1. CAM module- this option can be used only for some models of modern TVs equipped with a DVB-S tuner.
2. Interactive set-top box operating in full range of options for viewing interactive television in the coverage area with 3G MTS signals.
3. Universal equipment - satellite box MTS... This linear HD - equipment is compatible with the majority of TVs used by Russians.

Overview of applications for setting up a satellite dish

Master-tuners of satellite TV equipment use a special device for the correct installation of antennas, which costs a lot of money. If you are able and willing to install and configure the cymbal on your own, you can use:

• mobile application, which, by means of GPS and a camera, determines and indicates the direction to the satellite relative to the proposed installation site;
• GPS mode - programs calculating the angles of rotation of the plate and converter according to a certain algorithm;
• setup wizard on the map on the website ru.

Several special applications have been created to help you set up your satellite dish correctly. Some of them are distributed free of charge through official app stores, some require a certain payment. The most commonly used GPS programs are:

• SatFinder, Satellite Director is free to install and use;

• Multifid, Dishpointer Pro - paid mobile software.

DishPointer Pro v 2.2.2, Android

Each program has its own advantages and disadvantages, but they cope with the main task - help in choosing the direction of the antenna to the satellite. The detailed instructions for finding the location of the satellite and turning the dish toward it may vary.

The MTS company on its official website in the "Satellite TV" tab offered the opportunity to calculate the necessary settings for the map. The subscriber is required to go to the "Settings" menu item and enter the address of the location. The system will display the calculated indicators and on the map will show the direction to the satellite relative to the specified address with a beam.

Communication of antenna, receiver and TV receiver

The next step after installing the antenna is the communication of devices with each other using cables. The cable coming from the satellite dish is connected to the receiver's antenna jack. To connect an MTS set-top box to a TV, an HDMI cable is most often used: most modern TVs are equipped with a corresponding input. If there is no HDMI output on the TV, then, alternatively, depending on the availability of connectors, you can use:

• TV SCART output and corresponding SCART-RC cable;

• RCA outputs and RCA cable (tulips);

• coaxial TV cable 75 Ohm.

For example, to connect the s2 3900 set-top box offered by MTS to a Samsung TV, you can use an HDMI or RCA cable. This attachment is equipped with corresponding jacks. Which cable to use depends on the TV model.

If the subscriber has two TVs, and there is no technical possibility of installing an additional satellite dish, you can use the following communication options for TV receivers with one antenna:

• • by using a cable signal splitter (crab, splitter);

• by installing a converter with two outputs on a plate;
• through a multiswitch that transmits a signal to one or more receivers.

Important! For all variants, a receiver is assumed for each TV.

In the first connection option, you will need to purchase digital cable splitter with one input and two outputs with a bandwidth of 5-2400 mNz, as well as a connection method corresponding to the thickness of the cable: screw clamp, thread, coaxial socket, by soldering.

Advice! When choosing a splitter, you should pay attention to the signal attenuation rate: the lower the better.

You should also take a responsible attitude to determining the location of the tee, trying to minimize the distance from the place of dividing the cable signal to TVs in order to avoid signal attenuation.

When choosing the second option, you need to purchase converter equipped with 2 outputs(there are more complex modifications with 4 and 8 outputs) and the required number of meters of cable. Installation with this method is more complicated: two cables are brought into the room from the antenna. Also, this option is more expensive, but eliminates the effect of signal attenuation.

In the third case, you need to purchase a connection multiswitch. This is a device that allows you to receive a signal from one or more satellites and transmit it to several independent set-top boxes. The method is relevant for large country houses and mini-hotels to connect more than 8 TVs.

Set-top box activation and channel setup

After the physical connection of satellite equipment to the TV, you need to complete the service activation process. It is assumed that an MTS smart or SIM card is inserted into the slot of the set-top box. Upon activation, the provider connects the contract of a specific subscriber with the ID - the number of his equipment, and the decryption key of the encrypted channels is sent to the card. After activation, the set-top box decodes the specified channel package provided by the contract for a certain period of time, and then controls the payment.

There are several activation options: through a dealer network (the equipment was purchased from a dealer), a call to the MTS contact service, sending an SMS message from any operator number to 9909 indicating the card number and set-top box ID.

When you turn on the activated satellite equipment for the first time, you need to configure the MTS TV set-top box. After turning on the set-top box, you should wait for a while until the system boots up and the reception of signals is established. Next, you need to turn on the TV and translate it to AV or HDM signal reception mode(depending on the cable connection used between the receiver and the receiver).

The system will suggest the Initial Installation menu. Here you need to select the image parameters, the menu language, and, if necessary, you can reconfigure other default parameters. To search for channels, you need to use the STB remote control or the MTS STB control buttons without a remote control to move to the "Start Search" menu item and initiate its execution (press the corresponding button on the remote control or the STB panel). In the process of searching a list of found channels is formed. In the list generated by the system, the user can configure the channels so that they follow in the sequence he needs. For this, the corresponding functionality of the TV set-top box ("Program Editor") and the remote control are used.

In the "Settings" menu there is a function "Basic settings", with which you can set the clock and time zones, as well as set the time to turn off the STB. There is also another functionality with regards to the choice of the type and order of sorting channels, and so on.

Installation, activation and configuration of satellite equipment is a laborious process that requires certain knowledge and skills, in case of insufficiency of which it is better to resort to the help of specialists.