Which TV with DVB-T should I choose?

Yet another change in the terrestrial television broadcasting standard in recent years has made it necessary to replace televisions and set-top boxes in millions of Polish homes.Currently, you need a DVB-T2 TV to receive a clear TV signal..What is the new standard, when did it take effect, how can you check if your TV supports DVB-T2, and which set-top box should you choose??You'll find the answers to these questions later in this article.Find out what to look for when choosing a terrestrial TV receiver!

What is DVB-T2??

One of the most popular search queries on the Polish Internet in 2022 was: "When did DVB-T2 start?"?That is not the case here, because for millions of people, the new standard for terrestrial television broadcasting meant they had to replace their TV equipment.On June 30, 2022, the transition to a new method of broadcasting television signals became a reality in Poland.It was at that point that DVB-T2 terrestrial television became the primary—and, in fact, the only—standard for broadcasting video and audio via terrestrial transmitters, replacing the earlier DVB-T system.

A DVB-T2 TV or a set-top box?

DVBT-2/HEVC—as the new format is officially called—enables the transmission of video and audio in much higher quality, including in 4K resolution.But that's not all, because modern TVs with DVB-T2 and set-top boxes allow you to take advantage of hybrid TV, which significantly expands the current possibilities for receiving content broadcast by terrestrial transmitters.
Unfortunately, although DVB-T2 terrestrial television tangibly improves the quality of the terrestrial television viewing experience, the introduction of the new standard often requires viewers to replace their equipment.TV sets that do not support the latest broadcast format must be equipped with DVB-T2 tuners , which are compatible with the signal following the changes that have been implemented.
It's worth noting, however, that simply replacing the set-top box won't suddenly make our TV display images in UHD or 4K quality.While it will be possible to receive terrestrial television, to take full advantage of the new broadcasting standard, it’s worth investing in a new DVB-T2 TV that already has a built-in decoder.Currently, there is a wide range of devices on the market priced at 1,000 PLN or less.Households can still take advantage of government subsidies, which amount to 250 zł when purchasing a TV with DVBT-2/HEVC.

How to Check If Your TV Is DVBT-2 Ready?

Now that we know when DVB-T2 began operating in Poland and what features terrestrial television in this new format offers, it’s worth finding out which TVs support this broadcasting standard.DVBT-2 TVs that do not require the purchase of a set-top box are sets capable of decoding DVBT-2 signals using the HEVC codec (H.265 or MPEG-H Part 2), and capable of processing audio encoded in accordance with the E-AC-3 standard.If the specifications for the TV we're interested in include the information above, it means that the TV we've chosen will have no problem receiving terrestrial television broadcasts in the latest format.

TVs with DVB-T2 – Which Model to Choose?

There is an extremely wide selection of TV sets that meet the above requirements.The smallest ones, such as the Manta 24" TV ’ FHD DVBT-2 HEVC/H.The 265s will be perfect for small rooms.The built-in tuner lets you watch digital terrestrial TV without a set-top box, and Full HD resolution ensures excellent picture quality and superb color depth.
Users who need a slightly larger screen should check out the 40-inch DVBT-2 TV This FHD Smart TV, in addition to its 43-inch Full HD display and built-in DVBT-2 tuner, is also equipped with a comprehensive Smart TV system that provides access to modern technologies and web applications.High brightness combined with deep blacks ensures excellent image quality and highly accurate detail reproduction.
The top-of-the-line choice for a DVB-T2 TV, however, is the Manta MATV002LUV50 model , featuring a 50-inch screen and a Smart TV system.The set-top box features the latest digital terrestrial TV tuner, as well as a Linux-based Smart TV.The highest-quality 4K UHD picture is guaranteed by an LED panel with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 and wide viewing angles, which make watching TV on this model an even greater pleasure.Also worth noting is the DD+ 5.1 surround sound, which delivers a spectacular stereo effect, whether you want to enjoy your favorite movies and TV shows, play video games, or listen to music.

Find the perfect DVBT-2 TV for you!

As you can see, the selection of TVs that support the latest terrestrial TV broadcasting standard is now so wide that everyone can find the perfect TV for themselves.DVB-T2 terrestrial television offers advanced features and is completely free.It’s therefore worth taking advantage of the potential of modern TV sets and getting the equipment today that will give you access to the full functionality offered by the new broadcast format.