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Old 11-20-2009, 12:23 PM   #1 (permalink)
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My converter box just went out on me last night. Make: Magnavox Model: TB110MW9. Guess it isn't a huge deal since my TV has an hd tuner, but I was using the Magnavox for picking up a far off NBC affiliate that the HD tuner couldn't get. Grr. For spending $50 on it, I would have expected it to last at least a couple of years.
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The only problem I've ever had with mine (Insignia NS-DXA1) is that it makes a loud noise when it's in standby mode.
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My Apex DT-250 has a power supply arc but it's fine

The only box i ever had 'go bad' was a early RCA DTT800 or something. it started as just up and flashing 'no signal' even when the meter was in an acceptable range, then it shut itself off. then i tried to turn it back on, the LED worked but nothing else.
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I've read unsubstantiated reports from customers claiming that the lower priced converter boxes have really not stood-up over time, failing at a very high rate compared to better boxes. (This was presented as a reason why manufacturers "shouldn't" have stopped producing converter boxes in great numbers.)
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Old 11-21-2009, 08:39 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Guess it isn't a huge deal since my TV has an hd tuner, but I was using the Magnavox for picking up a far off NBC affiliate that the HD tuner couldn't get. Grr.
Bummer, Guess I'm lucky I haven't had any converters crap out.(Not yet anyway)

What channel are you not seeing on your HD tuner? (WHAG-25 or WBAL-11)
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There are several other threads on this topic, including one with troubleshooting tips. My DTS 9550 cooked itself on top of the TV. Getting "quality" replacements is proving to be problematic.
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My understanding was that the Magnavox wasn't one of the better choices for converter boxes. Around here, most folks were steering people away from them. At least, that's how my memory is serving me. I don't think any of these are going to last a long time though.
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I helped purchase & install about 20 converter boxes. Early on, 3 of the early RCA boxes died. (Power supply?) And two more had occasional lockups. So far those are the only ones.
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This may be a little after the fact, but here's...
Converter Boxs via Consumer Report
which may be helpful.

Have a good Day !
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Converter Boxs via Consumer Report
which may be helpful.

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That was one of my favorite resources while I was searching for a converter box. Comparison of CECB units - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia is also a good comparison website.
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