So you basically you telling me that it is only suitable for a minor group of people that are using it as a toy and not is for the majority no use.
I know the auto-didactic way since I was "playing" with the first Commodore 64, but that level was passed long time ago. Since the 8086 we evolved into user friendly interfaces and anything not complying will turn into a drop-out.
If I will be playing with the receiver in front my family with the excuse that this is the way how to get it working I will be requested to buy something serious or accept the risk of ending up on the closest railway track with a few short pieces of rope around my hands and legs.