The Vu + Duo is a Linux box and sets them apart ever of "discreet" built
SAT receivers. As it were a converted to a satellite receiver computer. Consequently, the
Functionality largely depends on the flexible software and this is 1A !!! Based on a stable Linux kernel and installed software (Enigma2) is constantly improved and expanded range of functions. One can not say when he is maxed terms functions yes even with a computer. From this perspective, the hardware "VU +" only a framework for the ingenuity of industrious programmers that help bring the device life.
The "order and On" is that the unit lives, so to speak, or better put, it has a large community in the background that are actively dealt with the device and can incorporate ideas.
Thus, we are talking about the essence of what Linux boxes apart from others. As with
a PC, the functionality is growing, if you're a little concerned with the device!
As I have the VU + Duo in use?
Networking in the home network is a key factor! Thus, the box also has contact to
Internet. Due to the fact that the box in the home network from a PC as well as an internal drive can be addressed, it is easy, even to watch recorded programs on the PC to be cut, or archive. Personally, I prefer to play the video (* .ts) the popular VLC Media Player.
To edit (start / Ende..Werbung rausschneiden ...) there is already a lot of div. Programs, including freeware such TSSniper (HD), Smart Cutter (HD), ProjectX (SD) and much more ...
But there are certain supplements that make life with the Linux box more comfortable. For example, the freely available (under GNU General Public License) "TV Browser", with which you can directly activate a timer of the VU + Duo (as well as the Dreambox) from within the program, with a simple mouse click. Also, the web interface of the box is a great facility with which one can use the Box from the Web browser of super controlled also can watch TV. It saves so to speak, by the way, a DVB-S2 card.
As for Internet connection, can not only be used Youtube etc., but also
Plugins, skins, etc. are purchased directly by remote control from the Internet and installed.
All features to list here would go beyond the scope, therefore, I refer only to div. Internet forums ...
The hardware itself, I can only say that the material on the quality of SD and HD nothing
suspend are! A "quiet & cool" HDD is installed quickly and thanks "rubber bearing" almost inaudibly.
Of course, that used television plays a major role! For me, the VU + via HDMI cable to a 55 "Plasma (LG PK 250) is attached and I am absolutely delighted with the quality!
The whole system is rounded off with me still with a good 5.1 audio system from a
German manufacturers ;-)
Also highly recommended to operate the whole system with a Logitech Harmony, which the
FB salad adjusted effectively. So can be switched on with one keystroke with a FB so the whole system !!!
I for many years also a DM7025 and DM800 also use and therefore very
am satisfied, I can mM after the VU + estimate well, which I consider as a kind of DM7025 HD with properties. As for the heat, it is directly compared to the cold DM7025 ...
Toll also the possibility of records directly from DM800, DM7025 or the archive on your PC
play on the VU + ...
Of course, people are using PC experience a slight advantage when it comes to use, but also
"Stan Delone" even in the delivery, the VU + DUO is a great box that I would recommend at any time.
All in all, I think (given the opportunities offered by this box) that it has a very very good value for money.
So strong buy recommendation for this device!
