Nuevo Vantage VT-1

Vantage VT-1 - New Full HDTV satellite receiver with removable hard disk


The Vantage Digital GmbH, headquartered in Carlsbad with the VT-1 brings a new HDTV hard disk recorders on the market that offers some peculiarities.


While many other Festplattenrecoder have a built-in 3.5-inch hard drive, is the VT-1 allowed by its integrated 2.5-inch hard disk removable frame on the smaller hard drive version and through the frame quick and simple change of the hard drive without the device to open must. When Target Disk Mode users all the functionality of a PVR is available, so the manufacturer. About the timer function can be easily and precisely recorded television programs. Also time-shift TV (time shift) is possible.


An integrated SD card reader provides all the PVR features including an SD card. In addition to the SD card and play back music files (MP3) or are carried out to update the system software.


To receive pay-TV is equipped the Vantage VT-1 with two CI interfaces and two built-in Conax card readers. Uses of the desired provider Conax encryption is only one smart card is necessary and the program can now be decoded.

A unique feature of the VT-1 is the so-called dual-boot, which makes the device boot 2 different areas are available. While on the 1st Boot the normal standard operating system of the box is found, is on the 2nd Boot space for a Linux operating system, which the manufacturer in the 2nd Quarter of 2010 provide for free will.


The diversity of the connection VANTAGE VT-1 is impressive, then in addition to the HDMI output for flat-screen TVs and 2 HDMI inputs to find the cameras, Bluray player or other external digital devices can be connected directly. In addition, we find a component output and three USB 2.0 ports for connecting other digital media. For the perfect sound provide an optical and a coaxial digital output. On the integration of the box in the home network, a network connection is available.

The VT-1 has had 430 mm width hi-dimensions and can be integrated into a home stereo. If he is to be stored under cover, an external IR sensor can be connected and thus supplies the box with the commands of the remote control.

"In developing the DF-1, we have attached importance to the technologically feasible, easy operation and stylish design," says Steven Enseroth, managing director of Vantage Digital GmbH "As with 8000 series we have the quiet design of the front not by Keys disturbed. The sensor enables the control panel right on VT-1 by light touch. "

HDTV Receiver flagship Vantage VT-1 is available in stores starting in December and will cost around 650 euros.

[Source: Vantage Digital GmbH]