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    Question Looking for Satellite receiver with 4 Sat Tuners | Also need Freeview Splitter

    I'm looking for a box as cheap as possible (used or new) with 4 satellite tuners or 2 sat tuners but it allows me to add a 2nd sat twin tuner. I've already got a VU+ Duo 2. If I buy another is it possible to change the remote frequency otherwise one remote will control both boxes at the same time?

    Also looking for a freeview splitter so I can split my freeview cable that comes out of the wall into multiple cables. Any suggestions and will I still be able to watch different live channels on each box if I split the freeview cable?

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    I use something like this, made by Wolsey. They also act as a booster, from zero to 10dB....

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    https://cpc.farnell.com/wolsey/334013/lte-4-way-distribution-amplifier/dp/AP03413
    You may be able to get them with different types of connector.
    Last edited by ccs; 07-10-20 at 15:09.

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    I can't see the connector type that device uses. Will a coaxial cable plugged into my aerial wall socket be able to have the other end of the cable plugged into that device? Here's my cable:
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    https://www.amazon.co.uk/CDL-Micro-Plated-Aerial-Adapter-Black/dp/B00BFC7V8G?ref_=Oct_s9_apbd_otopr_hd_bw_bZlx0x&pf_rd_r=NFHNJJKSKG7S2ST19JZW&pf_rd_p=02ee6cf4-d94b-5e4a-8093-3d59514633a9&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-10&pf_rd_t=BROWSE&pf_rd_i=528600031

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    It uses F-Connectors (it's on the webpage), you can buy adapters to convert from your RF tv cable to an F-Connector, or better still get a new cable.

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    There are other boosters/splitters, with various outputs....

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    Moved to correct section.

    Take a look at the Gigablue UHD UE 4K: https://www.world-of-satellite.co.uk...blue-uhd-ue-4k

    Or the Quad 4K: https://www.world-of-satellite.co.uk...ue_uhd_quad_4k

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    Hi,
    all (except the first ones) VU STBs allow to select between 4 different IR code sets so up to 4 different STBs can be in the same room without interference. If you like SmartPhone control all E2 receiver allow to be controled through IP with no interference.

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    Looking for Satellite receiver with 4 Sat Tu

    Which satellites do you want to connect to your box? Is it just 28.2? If so, a box with an FBC tuner used in conjunction with a Unicable LNB will allow 8 demodulators.

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    Quote Originally Posted by abu baniaz View Post
    Which satellites do you want to connect to your box? Is it just 28.2? If so, a box with an FBC tuner used in conjunction with a Unicable LNB will allow 8 demodulators.
    Yes 28.2

    My VU+ Duo 2 has 2 Twin S2 tuners so I can record a minimum of 4 channels at once such as:
    BBC Four HD
    BBC One HD
    ITV HD
    Channel 4 HD

    Above are the channels I'll be recording. My box won't let me record other channels while recording those 4 channels.

    Will either of the boxes you mentioned do the same or can it record more channels than the minimum of 4?

    If I have 2 S2 Twin Tuners then does that mean there's no freeview tuner available on those boxes?

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    Looking for Satellite receiver with 4 Sat Tu

    With an FBC tuner (available on GB UE 4K, GB UHD 4k, Vu Solo 4K, Vu Uno 4K, Vu Duo 4K, Vu Ultimo 4K), the 8 satellite demodulators will allow you to record a lot more than 4 channels using a normal LNB. Add a unicable 2 LNB, you shouldn't get any problems up to 30 channels.

    The GigaBlue to which links were posted are the cheapest, best you buy with a PNP Terrestrial tuner as USB tuners don't work.

    The only FBC receiver that takes a 3.5 drive is the Ultimo4k

    Best you ring the retailer and talk before buying to avoid misunderstanding.

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    I have a Gigablue Quad HD receiver with 4 tuners.

    It was a warranty replacement and hasn't had much use.

    I am lookinng for £125 including shipping within the UK.

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    Thanks. However I've bought the Ultimo 4K now with 4 FBC tuners.

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