Brand Name | Tablo |
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Item Weight | 5.9 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 4.93 x 4.84 x 1.46 inches |
Item model number | TDNS2B-02-CN |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color Name | Black |
Number of Component Outputs | usb, ethernet, wifi |
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Tablo Dual LITE [TDNS2B-02-CN] Over-The-Air [OTA] Digital Video Recorder [DVR] - with WiFi, Live TV Streaming, Black
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
Product Dimensions | 4.93"L x 1.46"W x 4.84"H |
Brand | Tablo |
Wattage | 18 watts |
Media Format Digital Video | HLS |
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ASIN | B078YKTWV6 |
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3.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #66,522 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #360 in Streaming Media Players |
Date First Available | March 31, 2018 |
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Tablo DUAL LITE is a network-connected OTA DVR that sends live and recorded over-the-air (OTA) HDTV from your digital antenna to any screen, anytime, anywhere using the Tablo app. Unlike traditional DVRs, Tablo DUAL LITE does not come with its own remote or HDMI connection, instead, it plays or records up to two OTA TV channels like ABC, CBS, fox, NBC, the CW or PBS (Channels are subject to availability in your area), simultaneously to the device you are already using to enjoy TV services. Tablo is the only whole-home OTA DVR that allows you to use either Ethernet or dual-band AC Wi-Fi to connect your TV antenna to your home network so you can place the DVR and TV antenna (TV antenna sold separately) in the best location for OTA TV signal reception. Tablo is controlled by apps that are available for iOS/Android mobile phones and tablets, Computers, streaming media and gaming devices, including Roku, Fire TV, android TV, NVIDIA shield TV, and Apple TV. Tablo's tuners include an internal amplifier to mitigate signal loss from its internal splitter, however some weaker channels may not show up on Tablo that would appear on a TV. Video Format - H.264 (HLS: HTTP Live Streaming). Automatic Commercial Skip Feature is no longer supported. USB Hard Drive required, sold separately.
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Discover the World of Free TV with Tablo
Discover, watch, pause, rewind, record, and stream live Over-The-Air (OTA) HDTV programs from your antenna on any device, anytime, anywhere.
Network-Connected Tablo OTA DVRs, including Tablo DUAL LITE and Tablo QUAD models, do not feature HDMI connections, instead they connect to your home Wifi router by ethernet or WiFi, so one DVR can stream OTA TV content to Tablo Apps on your favorite devices, both inside and outside your home.
Meanwhile TV-Connected Tablo OTA DVRs like the Tablo DUAL HDMI offer a more traditional setup with its own remote and a direct HDMI connection to your TV.
Your Favorite Networks and TV Shows in High Definition
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Major Network Channels Broadcast Over-The-Air (OTA)In most cities and towns in the United States, you can use a simple TV antenna to access major TV networks including ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, and the CW, not to mention a bunch of affiliates and subchannels - for free. |
Catch Your Favorite Primetime TV Shows, News, & SportsThese free OTA TV channels broadcast your local news, sports, and weather, as well as 94 of the top 100 shows on TV today, including your favorite primetime network sitcoms, dramas and reality TV shows. |
HDTV Picture Quality > CableCable companies compress their TV signals in order to deliver phone, TV, & internet over a single connection. OTA TV signals received through antennas are uncompressed, delivering a crisp HDTV picture, far superior to what you can get from cable. |
Save Money & BandwidthOne of the Best, because this gorgeous HDTV content is being delivered free via your Over-the-Air TV antenna instead of an internet connection, you can watch as much HDTV as you you want at home without impacting your internet datacap. |
Tablo DUAL HDMI - TV-Connected OTA DVR | Tablo DUAL LITE - Network-Connected OTA DVR | Tablo QUAD HDMI - TV-Connected OTA DVR | Tablo QUAD - Network-Connected OTA DVR | |
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ATSC TV Tuners | Two Simultaneous Live Streams/Recordings | Two Simultaneous Live Streams/Recordings | Four Simultaneous Live Streams/Recordings | Four Simultaneous Live Streams/Recordings |
Remote Control Included | Yes - IR Remote Included | No - App-Controlled | Yes - IR Remote Included | No - App-Controlled |
HDMI Connection | Yes - TV-Connected DVR | No - Network-Connected DVR | Yes - TV-Connected DVR | No - Network-Connected DVR |
Ethernet / Dual-Band WiFi | 1GB Ethernet / 802.11ac WiFi | 10/100 Ethernet / 802.11ac WiFi | 1GB Ethernet / 802.11ac WiFi | 1GB Ethernet / 802.11ac WiFi |
Video Format | MPEG-2 | HLS | MPEG-2 | HLS |
Whole-Home Streaming | Roku, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV - Subscription Required | Roku, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Mobile Devices (iOS & Android), Web (Chrome/Safari) - No Sub Required | Roku, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV - Subscription Required | Roku, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Mobile Devices (iOS & Android), Web (Chrome/Safari) - No Sub Required |
Manual Recordings | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Live TV Grid Guide | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Customers like the image quality and value of the digital video recorder. However, some customers have reported connectivity issues and speed issues. They mention that the wifi connection is dicey and weak. They also say that the channel guide takes longer than they'd like to populate. Opinions are mixed on performance, ease of use, quality, and channel guide.
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Customers like the image quality of the digital video recorder. They mention that it renders a beautiful picture. They also appreciate the good graphics, easy to navigate interface, and beautiful cover arts for all the programming. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...Picture quality is very good for my needs. Yes, the units compress the video...." Read more
"...No problems there at all. The picture quality was excellent and the guide was OK to use. Not great, but workable.Next up was the DVR...." Read more
"...antenna, it picks up less than half as many channels, and some of those are very pixelated...." Read more
"...Image quality (the way I have it setup) is very good...." Read more
Customers like the value of the digital video recorder. They mention that it's worth the upfront cost on the antenna and Tablo. They also appreciate the more features for the money, and the fact that there are no monthly fees. Some mention that the setup was a little bit of a pain, but not complicated. Customers also mention that there's a payment plan for premium features.
"...To me the AirTV is a better value and has more features for the money and it works. I'm very disappointed in the Tablo...." Read more
"...have come out a new 4th generation Tablo device, which is free from subscriptions and can steam from a number of Scripps channels..." Read more
"...The Tablo is a bit more expensive, but the setup was easy, it can be used with wifi...." Read more
"...It is free for 30 days...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the digital video recorder. Some mention that it works really well, the guide works very well, and the downloads go quickly. However, others say that it started overheating and failing. They also mention that the product is unreliable and does not play non-stop from one program to another.
"...The tuners in my two Tablo Dual devices are pretty good. They pick up channels that, in some cases, don't scan on my TVs...." Read more
"...I've now had mine for a long time and the issues get worse instead of better. On my TV tuner I get several channels the Tablo doesn't pick up...." Read more
"...I then went to my TV and installed the Tablo app on my Roku. No problems there at all...." Read more
"...On my iPhone, however, everything works just fine. I've tried reinstalling it on my iPad and it still doesn't work. It's frustrating...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the digital video recorder. Some mention that it has good graphics and is pretty easy to navigate, with a nice fast user friendly interface. However, others say that it is not intuitive, difficult to set up, and quirky. The interface could be slightly better, but maybe a software update will improve that.
"...activates the automatic commercial skip feature, remote access, and 14-day guide...." Read more
"...The picture quality was excellent and the guide was OK to use. Not great, but workable.Next up was the DVR...." Read more
"Very difficult, frustrating wifi setup. Finally did what instructions said not to do..." Read more
"...One the app is ready to go, it's brilliant. It shows a fairly standard rectangular TV guide (24-hour guid is free, 14-day guide is $4.99/month),..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the digital video recorder. Some mention that it's nice to have the recording feature for shows, including series recording. However, others say that it started acting up by not recording the whole show, started to cause video dropouts, and that it can't record by show.
"...Seems to work fine so far. Test recording via wifi was fine. They need to create app so you can use laptop for setup...." Read more
"...You can't record by show, you can't access your device outside your house, and you can't use the guide more than 24 hours in advance...." Read more
"...And, YouTube TV has a pretty nice DVR. What i couldn't get from subscriptions I already had was local TV programming...." Read more
"...the usb finally started acting up by not recording the whole show. but worked a long time." Read more
Customers are mixed about the channel guide of the digital video recorder. Some mention that it finds more channels than their old USB-Stick receivers, has better channel selection, and is able to receive more than 50 channels. However, others say that they have persistent issues with incorrect channel information in the guide, and that the device can find channels and then they will suddenly not be available.
"...entire series (all episodes or only new episodes), you can limit it to specific channels if you have dupes with different signal strengths or..." Read more
"...A minor complaint is that they only show the virtual channel number, not the actual RF channel...." Read more
"...Pros: Tablo allows you to view your OTA channels in a manner similar to how your cable company DVR works...." Read more
"...I would give it 4.5 stars if I could.The tuner pulls in more channels than my new TV does...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the digital video recorder. They mention that the WiFi connection is dicey, weak, and struggles to connect to their device. Some say that the device can't connect to the Tablo, and that the Ta Blo keeps dropping the signal.
"...Automatic Commercial Skip function is fantastic. It's not available on all shows, but when the show qualifies, a timeline is presented that shows..." Read more
"...when I am on my iPad, I get a message that says that my device can't connect to the Tablo. On my iPhone, however, everything works just fine...." Read more
"...The best part is it is connected to your system wirelessly as opposed to a system like the HD HomeRun and others which has to be tied with an..." Read more
"...Low or no signal means unhappiness. :..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the speed of the digital video recorder. They mention that changing channels is slow, the channel guide takes longer than they'd like to populate, and buffering due to a slow network connection. The interface has a slight lag and the app is too slow. The load times are long for the guide, and fast forward doesn't work at all.
"...On my TV tuner I get several channels the Tablo doesn't pick up. I have numerous guide errors and missing guide data...." Read more
"...Again scrolling the guide is very annoying since it seems to take forever to load, and you pretty much have to scroll the guide to switch channels...." Read more
"...* Manual program scanning is fast and facilitated by show icons large enough to rapidly jump to particular parts of a show, skip commercials,..." Read more
"...It is a little slow loading nothing major. I do like I can set it up to go straight to the recordings...." Read more
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* Connects to your TV antenna and router (wired or wireless.) I use the wired connection to the router for simplicity. I can then watch live and recorded TV programs on every smart-equipped TV in my house. My TV's are either Roku TV's or have a Fire Stick, all with Wi-Fi connections. There's no need to run an antenna cable to each TV. With the Tablos, the TVs don't need to be near the unit. This greatly simplifies moving TV's around because there are no boxes or wiring except to plug into AC power.
* Program guide is very well laid out with logical navigation. For channel surfing, ignoring the guide, I can press the up arrow on the Fire or Roku remote and scroll by channel number, easily jumping between programs.
* Automatic Commercial Skip function is fantastic. It's not available on all shows, but when the show qualifies, a timeline is presented that shows where the commercials have been detected (by the Tablo server) and the player knows to automatically jump past them when viewing.
* Manual program scanning is fast and facilitated by show icons large enough to rapidly jump to particular parts of a show, skip commercials, etc.
* I can remotely view live and recorded programs on my smart phone or laptop from anywhere. You must first use these devices to connect with your Tablo in the same local network. Once this is done, then they are "paired" with your unit so that remote viewing is available. When setting up remote viewing, you can specify the bit rate for this feature. If you want to conserve your cell bandwidth and don't care that much about picture quality, you can go as low as 500kbps. For better remote HD quality, you can set it higher.
* You can also adjust recording and live viewing bandwidth in your local network. I find that 3 mbs produces fine quality HD, but you can go higher if you want. The bitrate for recording will affect the number of hours of recordings on your hard disk. Picture quality is very good for my needs. Yes, the units compress the video. A purist might want to split the antenna signal and watch the OTA directly with the TV's tuner if that's an issue.
* Dual tuners let you watch or record two different channels (on different TVs) or watch one channel while recording another, etc. In our household, there's only 2 of us, so the dual tuner model is fine. A larger family might want the 4 tuner model. Actually, in our set-up, we have a dual tuner in Florida and a dual tuner in our primary residence, and can access either Tablo from the other location so technically we have four tuners!
* You can watch a recorded program while recording two other programs with the DVR.
* I prefer the Tablo Preview app to the standard Tablo app. On the Fire Stick, it loads instantly and there's no waiting for "sync." The standard app takes a while to sync up if you've just started up.
Some other things you should know. We pay $49.99/year for the program guide. I think this is a pretty good deal since this also activates the automatic commercial skip feature, remote access, and 14-day guide. It's possible to operate without the paid service, but you can only schedule 24 hours in advance, or record via tuner/timer settings. I don't mind paying for the guide, especially since it helps keep Tablo profitable and around. (My previous DVR was a "Simple TV" brand that was similar to the Tablo. However, when that company closed its doors, my unit became useless. My recommendation is to buy from a company that's going to be around and provide ongoing support. A modest payment doesn't hurt.)
The tuners in my two Tablo Dual devices are pretty good. They pick up channels that, in some cases, don't scan on my TVs. A minor complaint is that they only show the virtual channel number, not the actual RF channel. So when WNBC-4 is transmitting on RF channel 36, it's cataloged as CH4. The geek in me would prefer to show both the actual channel and virtual channel. Without that information you don't really know if you are receiving VHF or UHF frequencies, which require different types of antennas. This unit does not support cable QAM channels. Strictly over the air television.
As far as I can tell, the main difference between the Dual 64 and Dual Lite is the 64GB internal storage. You can always increase the storage on the 64 by adding a hard disk, but I've never come close to filling it up since I regularly delete the programs I've watched. I would have purchased a 2nd 64, but the price on the Lite was much more attractive. I also noticed that my Dual 64 is manufactured in Canada while the Dual Lite is from China. The units appear physically the same but the Dual Lite requires a 1.5 amp power supply, while the 64 requires a 1.0 amp supply. Each unit is shipped with an AC adapter.
Two year update. I've lowered my original rating from 4 to 2 stars. My first experience with their customer service was very good but since then they have done nothing to fix the persistent issues with incorrect channel information in the guide. With my antenna hooked to my TV I get 53 channels. Hooked to the Tablo I get 48. The missing channels are ones I would like to see on the Tablo. There are still two channels that scan into the Tablo with no guide information. There are 6 others that have the wrong guide information and/or are not the channels they say they are. I've tried using other zip codes within the area. In fact if I use my own zip code it's much worse. In two years they have done nothing to improve the situation and now when I contact them they just say it will be fixed in future firmware updates but that never happens. I would NOT recommend the Tablo. Yes, it is the least expensive OTR DVR sort of. But you do have to purchase your own hard drive to add to it. To me the AirTV is a better value and has more features for the money and it works. I'm very disappointed in the Tablo.
Update to original review: PLEASE DO NOT BUY THE TABLO. I've now had mine for a long time and the issues get worse instead of better. On my TV tuner I get several channels the Tablo doesn't pick up. I have numerous guide errors and missing guide data. I've contacted customer service. First time they helped and fixed some of the issues but they won't do this now. They just tell me they'll be fixed in figure firmware updates. Honestly? How hard could it be to be able to give the user the ability to unmatch and repair guide issues? And why are there channels with NO data? I get guide data on my TV tuner and they're all correct.
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My set up is a 2020 Newest Amplified HD Digital TV Indoor/Outdoor Antenna, KKUYI (50 kms from tower, thru thick trees), plugged into the Tablo, ethernet to a (5yr old) D-Link WiFi router, USB to a 1T WD hard drive, Wifi to a Roku Premier, HDMI to a 65" dumb TV. All but the TV bought from Amazon.ca. It all works fantastically.
The Tablo was quick and easy to set up. The Tablo interface is similar to the Sat TV PVR so catching on to it was also quick and easy. If you want a 2 week channel guide instead of a 24 hour guide it will cost you $6 a month. If you want the commercial skip function its another $3 a month. The Tablo functions just fine without either of those so if you don't want/need those services you pay nothing extra.
Note: I used a Chromecast between the Tablo and TV but the Roku is 100 times better in this application. You can even add the Tablo and Prime Video as channels to your Roku line up control everything via Roku. It works really slick. I highly recommend these components.
Il ne vient pas avec un disque dur, donc prévoir cet achat additionnel. Préférablement choisir du SSD (1 To dans mon cas).
A moins d'avoir une antenne sur le toit, prévoir aussi l'achat d'une antenne intérieure HD avec ce produit. J'utilise une petite antenne carrée que l'on met sur le mur. J'habite en ville et j'obtiens 7 canaux et un 8e qui entre par intermittence.
Il n'est pas nécessaire de payer pour le service d'abonnement. Si on ne paie pas, on obtient alors un guide-horaire de base seulement pour la journée en cour, ce qui me convient parfaitement.
A noter que ce produit a aussi une prise RJ45. J'ai la chance de le pouvoir le relier par fil jusqu'à mon routeur, ce qui permet une qualité de diffusion optimale, sans les aléas habituels du Wi-Fi.
Après un an d'utilisation, je suis pleinement satisfait de mon achat! Seul bémol est le prix: C'est assez cher.
Had this purchase last november and have been triyng to make it work since january, parked it for several months because it keeps freezing up on channels tried it again this month and still same issue.
moved the antenna, installed it neat my WiFi router did all imaginable things to get it to work and it still wont!!!
i need to kknow how to return this piece of crxp........ very frustrated with time wasted ...