Portable TV & DVD Players
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Watch TV programs and movies on the go
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Requirements for mobile TV reception
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What types are there?
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Mobile TV and portable DVD player – important features for the Purchase decision
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FAQs: Frequently asked questions about mobile TV and portable DVD players
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Conclusion: How to buy the right device for your needs
Requirements for mobile TV reception
If you don't want to miss out on the favorite series or important football matches, you don't have to stay at home while broadcasting. A variety of mobile devices enables the reception even while traveling via an antenna and the new DVB-T2 signal. Pay attention to the green DVB-T2 logo, which certifies the compatibility with the new standard. An alternative is to stream TV programs to smartphones or tablets over the Internet. However, the prerequisites for this are sufficient data volumes and a good mobile Internet speed, provided that no WLAN hotspot is available nearby. If you are using a TV set on the campsite or in a caravan, you can also receive TV via satellite via a parabolic antenna and a receiver.
DVB-T TV reception in your region
You can find how good the DVB-T reception is in your region and which antenna you need for this on www.ueberallfernsehen.de. The variety of programs depends on the location.
1. DVB-T transmitter | 2. DVB-T receiver
What types are there?
The following devices are available for mobile TV and film enjoyment:
- portable telly sets;
- portable DVD player;
If you only want to watch tv, a portable TV set is sufficient. Portable DVD players, however, often also have a TV tuner and can thus be used more versatile.
Mobile TV and portable DVD player – important features for the Purchase decision
Depending on what you want to use a portable receiver or playback device for, certain features are important that you should consider when purchasing. In addition to the type of reception, these are, for example, connection options for other devices or the supply of energy. Convenient are combi-devices, which means DVD-player with in-built TV-tuner.
Screen size and image format
Mobile TV devices and DVD players usually have screen sizes between 7 and 15 inches, measured by two diagonally opposite corners. This is the size of the screen, and the value must be considered in relation to the image format. Depending on this, the dimensions of the monitor may ultimately differ: A device with the 4:3 picture format has different dimensions than one with 16:9. If televisions or players are frequently transported, smaller screen sizes from 7 to 10 inches are recommended. Larger monitors, on the other hand, are useful for use in mobile homes or in permanent camping. Feature films are usually recorded in 16:9 format. Devices with this image format therefore play them without black stripes.
Display
DVD players and portable TVs used outdoors are often exposed to bright ambient light. Therefore, the display should have a high contrast and a good brightness. Larger devices also require a wide viewing angle so that people looking at the side of the monitor can see a clear picture. For use in the car, devices with more than one monitor are recommended, in order to enable passengers on the rear seats to enjoy the film.
Interfaces
Portable devices with different interfaces allow
much more application possibilities. The following
connections are particularly interesting:
·Output for headphones or mobile speakers
·USB port for playing media from a USB stick, an external hard disk or other playback devices
·Memory card slot for playing media from an SD Secure Digital Memory Card (SD card, SDHC card, microSD card, etc.) or a multimedia card (MMC)
·HDMI port or video output for connecting the mobile device to a larger TV if required
1. | DVB-T channel
2. | DVB-T TV-WLAN RECEIVER
3. | Wi-Fi connection
4. | Mobile devices with DVB-T TV stick
Power Supply
The portable TV sets and DVD players usually have a built-in battery that charges via a USB or power cable. Lithium-ion batteries are commonly used, which have a low capacity loss (memory effect) compared to nickel-cadmium batteries. For devices that are also used in the car, you should make sure that the mains operation and connection via a 12-volt car‑connection cable to the cigarette lighter are possible.
Other properties
Depending on the application, the following features may be important:
· monitor can be rotated or tilted
· Fixings for car head supports included
Built-in speaker
· A built-in FM transmitter that sends the audio signal to the car radio so that it can be played back via the car speakers
·Remote control
DVB-T antenna.
Mobile TV and portable DVD player – important features for the Purchase decision
If you don't want to miss out on the favorite series or important football matches, you don't have to stay at home while broadcasting. A variety of mobile devices enables the reception even while traveling via an antenna and the new DVB-T2 signal. Pay attention to the green DVB-T2 logo, which certifies the compatibility with the new standard. An alternative is to stream TV programs to smartphones or tablets over the Internet. However, the prerequisites for this are sufficient data volumes and a good mobile Internet speed, provided that no WLAN hotspot is available nearby. If you are using a TV set on the campsite or in a caravan, you can also receive TV via satellite via a parabolic antenna and a receiver.
1. | DVB-S connection
2. | Network tuner SAT to IP
3. | WLAN Router
4. | WiFi connection
Use all free SATELLITE programs with your smartphone, tablet or notebook at home
In order to use DVB-S (satellite television) on your mobile devices, you need a corresponding network tuner (SAT ToIP). This network tuner converts incoming SATELLITE signals into Internet data.
With a WLAN router in your network, you can watch SATELLITE TV on your smartphone, tablet or notebook depending on the range. For your mobile devices, you can use smartphone and tablet apps such as Elgato, DVB Viewer, Watch TV Pro, etc.
Practical advice
Not all DVD players can play DVDs from all over the world. The reason for this is the country code introduced by the film industry. Therefore, DVDs with country code 1 (US and Canada) cannot be played on devices that, for example, only support country code 2 (including Europe). However, there are DVD players that can be activated by remote control commands.
FAQs: Frequently asked questions about mobile TV and portable DVD players
Can you watch tv on a smartphone without Internet access?
Yes, that is possible. There is a small DVB-T receiver with antenna, which can be connected to a compatible smartphone or tablet PC via the micro USB port. It is important that the mini receiver already controls DVB-T2 and there is a suitable app for your mobile device.
Why doesn't the portable DVD player play movies from a USB stick?
This can be due to the playback format of the films stored on the stick. Often, movies are stored in AVI format on the computer, but many DVD players cannot read them, but instead need files in MPEG format, such as MPEG-4. In order to be able to play back the films, they must be converted on the computer with suitable software, such as Video Converter Ultimate.
Can you connect a PlayStation to a portable DVD player?
This works if the DVD player has an HDMI port or other inputs for video signals.
Conclusion: How to buy the right device for your needs
Whether on the beach, while camping or during long car journeys – thanks to the mobile playback and TV-sets you do not have to do without watching your favorite films or important events. Before purchasing, however, you should consider the future use of the device in order to be able to use it exactly as you wish. In addition, pay attention to the current DVB-T2 standard for mobile TV sets, as this may cause unpleasant surprises.
SAT network tuner
With the multi-tuner each socket becomes an antenna socket.
WLAN Routers
A router allows you to share your Internet connection throughout the house.