GOtv DECODER MODELS – FUNCTIONS, SIMILARITIES, DIFFERENCES

For millions of GOtv subscribers and prospective users, this post is timely to teach you more on GOtv decoder models, their similarities and differences. Sometimes, you may not know what kind of GOtv decoder you are using, nor its functions. Furthermore, knowing your GOtv decoder model functions helps to know what to do when problems develop. For instance, some models have specific type of remote control and other accessories that work perfectly on them. In this article therefore, here are some notable facts you will learn as you read though;

• All GOtv decoder models
• Decoder models and their specific functions
• Compatible remote controls for each GOtv decoder model
• Channels that are accessible using any of the GOtv decoder models

Basically, you will get to know what type of GOtv decoder you have, other types available (HD / SD GOtv decoder models, features and functions, similarities, differences, etc.

ALL GOtv DECODER MODELS

From the time GOtv came into the public market, it began with a simple digital terrestrial receiver. This was a simple looking set-top box with basic signal input and audio-visual output systems. However, today presents two varieties of GOtv models ;

1. Standard Definition (SD) GOtv Decoder Model
2. High Definition (HD) GOtv Decoder Model

Quite similar to the early days of the DStv decoder models. However, one thing is basic – all both models receive digitally transmitted terrestrial signals from MultiCgoice. Both of the models have smartcards that are security-tight and encrypted to a single account subscription. If you are wondering the type of GOtv decoder model in your house, read on to learn from their functions and features.

FEATURES – STANDARD DEFINITION GOtv DECODER MODEL

The GOtv standard definition (SD) decoder model displays pictures and audio sounds in standard formats. You would know this by observing that the video and audio output portals of the decoder are in the usual Audio/visual (AV) portal forms. This usually features in the red, yellow and white color formats, where the output signal cords expectedly go into the decoder rare side. Aside the TV signal output forms for the SD model of GOtv decoder, the decoder also features a coaxial or RF cable output, which is meant for extra TV extension points.

Another striking feature of the SD GOtv decoder model is that it can only display channels that broadcast in SD formats. All channels with names having HD cannot display on this type of GOtv decoder. The SD decoder model for GOtv also has a unique remote control, which is similar to the DStv Remote Control, both in design and in function. However, there are only few buttons on the DStv and GOtv remote controls, which work specifically for either in DStv or GOtv respectively. Therefore, your SD GOtv decoder remote control can also control some DStv decoder models such as DSD 1131, 1132 and DSD 1110 and vice versa. Other features on the Standard Definition GOtv decoder models include the antenna signal input (ANT – IN), RF – IN, RF – OUT, Power input port (AC – IN), control function buttons and a hidden screen display panel in the front of the decoder.

FEATURES – HD GOtv MODEL

Since MultiChoice introduced its first ever GOtv HD decoder, there have been variations in design but not in functionality. It was as if the cable and satellite pay-TV company began on a campaign to outphase the SD GOtv decoder models. As a result, they stopeed producing the SD decoder models and focused on more advanced HD GOtv decoder models. the newer High Definition models of GOtv featured designs and size differences. Today, GOtv has much more smaller and compaq design models in full HD display functionalities. You would actually love to replace your old SD GOtv decoder into the newer HD decoder models of GOtv.

The HD GOtv decoder models display all channels – SD and HD. The major striking difference is that the HD decoder is fitted with a HDMI port, which allows you to connect to your smart TV using the HDMI cable. This allows for super clear pictures and audio, commonly called High Definition (HD).

Basically, the HD GOtv decoder features no AV port (red, yellow and white),  replaced by the HDMI port. Additionally, it has a Universal Serial Port (USB port), which may be used in connections involving USB cables. Other functions such as AC (power), RF – IN, RF – OUT, operational buttons etc are also available on the GOtv HD decoder models.

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HD AND SD GOtv DECODER

1. The HD GOtv decoder models appear smaller in size and apparently made of plastic material, while the SD models are relatively bigger. They are similar to DStv decoders and built with nylon-coated metal material.
2. HD GOtv decoder models come with and use the HDMI cable for connections to the TV, while the SD GOtv models settle for the AV cables.
3. Remote controls for GOtv HD decoders may also work on the SD decoders, but not all buttons on the regular SD decoder remote controls will function on the HDMI GOtv decoders.
4. The display interface on TV screen for the HD GOtv and SD GOtv are slightly different, including their booting, scanning and regular channel display interfaces.
5. HD gOtv display all channels – both normal SD and HD channels. The SD GOtv decoder model displays only the channels designated SD or normal channels. However, there is no extra subscription charges to enjoy access to the GOtv HD channels. All one pays is just the regular subscription prices for all GOtv packages.

In summary, all GOtv decoders – whether HD or SD impress on signal strength and performance. However, there is higher chances of better entertainment quality on the HD decoder models because of their ability to display HD channels than in SD GOtv decoder models.

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