QFX(R) CV-103 Digital Converter Box

We had this brand converter box and it worked perfectly for years. When it was worn out we decided to replace it with the same one. Unfortunately this one works for a while (several days at a time) and then locks up. It does not respond to the remote, does not respond to the buttons on the unit either. Cannot even power it off. We have to unplug it and then let it reboot. Not as well made this time, and definitely frustrating.

Okay, I have a 21 year old big screen Sony. I stopped watching it years ago since I stopped cable. I finally broke down and bought one of these lil do-hickey converter box. I got mine for 20 bucks, so I figured, worse case I am out 20 bucks. I hook it up(easy to hook up if you are going straight from box to TV). Mine was a little more complicated cuz I wanted it to go through something else first. It actually works exactly as it says it does. You can see program listings(like you normally would with cable-amazing). Remote control is not terrible, not good, but, not bad. You DO need a antenna in order for it to work, so just go buy a 10 dollar indoor flat one and its all good. I was able to get around 30 or so channels(I do have a cheap antenna so a better one you might get more channels, who knows?) Picture quality is DECENT, not great, but that could totally be on my end with not using good coaxial cable, but even so, picture quality not bad at all. The only negative thing I could really BISH about is, it doesn't have digital audio(in the menu it shows it does, but physically, doesn't have the output on the box for it-not sure what's up with that?) It does have a HDMI, so maybe that's what brings digital audio? I'm not sure on that one. even then, it wouldn't help my situation since my old TV does NOT have a HDMI port, nor does my sound receiver. I am not a HUGE TV watcher, so I cannot tell you how long this thing will hold up. Seems kind a cheaply made, so don't expect this thing to last too long if you are an avid TV watcher. I figure, if you get a year or so out of it, its still worth it. Overall, this thing does work better than I thought and for those of you who don't like paying for cable, but still want cable channels and you have an ancient TV like mine, this is a no brainer purchase.

Great item! Works perfectly for its price. You'd need an antenna to connect to it.

I bought this trying to faze cable out of my house hold but ended up not using it because I didn’t get enough Spanish channels. The set up is simple though and it worked fine for the little bit I did use. The picture quality was good too. The price is really reasonable, unfortunately I can’t say a whole lot else. I had no problems with the vendor and my order got here in a timely manner.

I got this from a friend who never used it. My sole purpose was for recording broadcast programs from my local stations. It will do that just fine with a little effort and understanding.This box is functionally identical to probably 95% of the other ones listed here and elsewhere. They all appear to use the same software with very few differences between them. The main difference is having HDMI output or not and the location of the USB port. I find that the range and angles the remote work in is fairly small, meaning you need to be close and pretty much in front of the unit. The USB port is next to the IR receiver and can possibly interfere.The EPG (Electronic program Guide) is contained within the broadcast signal and can take a couple minutes to fully load. I'd say 48 hours into the future is the limit for data. The PVR/DVR function works well enough but can confuse people. You can browse WCPO for Big Bang Theory at 8pm and set it to record but the actual recorded file is named after the station/date/time, not the name of the program. It can be renamed after the recording if you wish. I have used a 32GB USB drive for recording and when recording shows at 1080p it seems to consume about 6.5GB/hour and stores as an .mts file which can be played on a PC if desired.The menu looks like it is 10+ years old, but is simple enough to navigate and configure. I used tvfool.com to find where my broadcasters were in relation to me and use a cheap outdoor antenna ($20) aimed in the given direction and have rock-solid channels from my local stations. I am less than 15 miles away though so your needs may vary.Keep in mind that "4K Antennas" are pure marketing. TV antennae are designed to pick up specific frequencies and are completely indifferent to what is contained within the signal. Use some cord-cutting site reviews to find your hardware rather than most reviews on here. At least they try and compare multiple ones to determine what is a good choice.

Great value for the price. If you are in a location that receives HD TV signals this unit provides crystal clear pictures. The converter box also has included old school video games. You do need an HD antenna.

Unfortunately you need an antenna to make it workI returned it