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What is TV box and how does it work?

By GB Blog Official 2017-09-20 17365 8

TV box, also known as set-top box (STB), is a device that connects a TV to an external source signal, compressing digital signal into TV content in a form that can be displayed on the TV screen.

TV box receives the images and sounds provided by analog TV and the digital content which include electronic program guides, Internet pages, subtitles, etc. It enables users to view digital TV programs on existing televisions and engage interactive digital entertainment, education and commercial activity through the network.

Watch video through TV box

TV boxes are increasingly popular nowadays, are devices in the shape of a small box. Most are no more than 5 inches wide and two inches tall, and some are much smaller than that. These small TV boxes can turn any TV into a smart TV with a wide range of options. They allow user to stream movies or TV shows from their favorite streaming sites, such as Netflix, Yoube, Genesis, Hulu, etc.

smart TV with a wide range of options

How does TV box work?

Before using a TV box, you should connect it to a TV and then setup to the internet via Ethernet cable or WiFi.

how to use TV box

After a box is connected to a TV, and the internet, apps can be installed. For example a YouTube app can be installed to stream YouTube videos.

Android is the most used operating system for TV box. It runs on ARM-based processors which makes the it portable to any device that runs the same hardware but give better input and output options. TV box can output HDMI to TV, giving user excellent HD viewing experience. They also can use a remote control, keyboard, or mouse for input.