iView
Digital Converter Box with Recording
Enhance your home entertainment with the iView 3500STBII Digital to Analog Converter Box. This versatile device seamlessly converts digital broadcasts for your analog TV, eliminating the need for costly replacements. It features both Over-the-Air (OTA) and a built-in QAM tuner, enabling access to unencrypted digital cable channels without monthly fees. More than just a converter, it functions as a multimedia hub, playing video and audio files from USB or HDD drives. Experience high-definition viewing up to 1080p via HDMI, complemented by features like an Electronic Program Guide and Parental Controls for a complete viewing experience.
$34.99
Owner Satisfaction
3.3
/ 5
Category Rank
52
/ 57
#52 in TV Converter Boxes
Price vs Category Average
-36%
Below average
Tuner Standard
OTA (Over-the-Air) and QAM
/ OTA (Over-the-Air) and QAM
Who it's for
- Built-in Recording (PVR)
- Highly Affordable Price Point
- Analog and Digital Outputs
Who should skip it
- Slow and Dated Interface
- Basic Recording Features
- Variable Component Longevity
Key Specs
Tuner Standard
OTA (Over-the-Air) and QAM
Maximum Resolution Supported
1080p
Video Decoder
MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264, DivX, VC-1
USB Ports
1 (for PVR recording and media playback)
Video Output Types
HDMI, Component Outputs, Composite Outputs
Audio Output Types
Coaxial out, Composite Outputs
Channel Scan Modes
Auto tuning
Included Accessory
RCA cable
Features
- Converts digital TV signals for analog TVs
- Records shows directly to a USB drive
- Plays media files from USB or HDD
- Receives unencrypted digital cable channels (QAM)
- Includes Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
- Supports high-definition output up to 1080p
- Offers Parental Controls and Closed Captioning
- Analog passthrough for channels 3 or 4
What customers say
Customers find the iView Digital Converter Box offers excellent value, successfully handling digital conversion and essential recording features at a very competitive price. This makes it a strong entry point for basic over the air recording needs. However, satisfaction is tempered by usability and reliability concerns. The user interface is frequently described as clunky and difficult to navigate, especially for setting up recordings. Additionally, many users report issues with the flimsy remote control and express significant worry regarding the unit's long term durability, noting failures often occur just after the warranty ends. Buyers should balance the immediate cost savings against the potential for a frustrating daily experience and a shorter product lifespan.
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