Basic converter box

You may still be able to get some of your cable channels in HD, including the local networks, though the channel numbers may not match up with what you see on the cable box, and certain channels that you are entitled to in your package may be scrambled or otherwise unavailable. To answer to your question, cable providers are, by law , supposed to support the ownership of external set-top box hardware by the customer but in reality their support for this type of hardware is limited at best.

Most cable companies don't give you the option to purchase your own box, and you normally cannot buy cable boxes in stores and get them to work with your local cable service either.

Also, be very wary of buying used cable boxes on eBay as these are frequently stolen or "non-returned" cable boxes that are bound to a specific cable service and will most likely not work with your own local provider.

But WAIT! All hope is not lost! A CableCARD is a simple card that you get from your local cable company which is programmed for your account. The card is then inserted into your own cable box in order for you to receive your channels. CableCARD-based boxes also typically have only limited access to the program guide.

For these reasons, as well as half-hearted support by most cable operators, CableCARD has never really caught on. Just be prepared to put in a little effort to get the CableCARD activated and working with your account and be prepared to wait on hold with your local cable company TiVo can work with cable or over the air TV broadcasts.

So you're back to paying a monthly fee for the box or a hefty up-front cost for a lifetime guide subscription. TiVo has a great user interface though, and a huge fan base so it's worth looking into that if you want to stay with cable. They update models from time to time but you can usually find the latest one on Amazon:. Effects and Pedals Finhol. Listing Sold. Shipped From. Quick Shipper. Message Seller. However the real power is when using it with the StompCon converter.

In this case the StompBox is plugged into the 9V powered converter and used to trigger any one of the 12 inbuilt sounds. Reviews of this Shop. Product Specs Listed 4 years ago Condition Excellent Used Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.

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Allow you to watch TV channels on your analog TV or computer monitor. Supports up to 4TB portable hard drive. External Antenna is required to connect to this converter box in order to receive signal.

In general, this product does NOT work with encrypted cable signal. Full HD: The p output resolution allows you to watch and record free to air television in full HD quality.

It needs to connect to External Antenna to receive signal. IF you need software update, please contact seller through amazon. RF output, so you can connect an additional set-top box to a single antenna. It has DVR function for you to record your favorite shows.