Overview of the Cadena CDT 100 receiver, connection, setup and firmware

What is the Cadena CDT 100 prefix, what is its feature, how to connect, configure and flash the receiver – instructions for users below.
This tuner is designed for watching digital TV programs. It has an affordable price and at the same time allows you to provide high-quality viewing of television programs. It is used to receive television programs of terrestrial television in accordance with the
DVB-T2 standard… For a high-quality display, it is necessary to use an antenna that gives a powerful and high-quality signal. The device is designed to work with digital terrestrial channels. It can also play video files, listen to audio and view pictures in almost any of the most common formats. In most cases, after connecting this device, 20 packet television and 3 radio channels become available.

Technical characteristics, appearance of the receiver

The set-top box has the following characteristics:

1. The attachment measures 87x25x60 mm and weighs 320 g.
2. Support for displaying videos in 720p, 1080i and 1080p quality is available.
3. The work uses the ALI3821P processor, clocked at 600 MHz, manufactured by ALi Corporation.
4. Television signals are available in the frequency ranges 174-230 and 470-862 MHz with a bandwidth of 7 to 8 MHz.
5. The power of the device is 8 W.
6. Picture output is possible with aspect ratios 4: 3 and 16: 9.
7. The set-top box works in accordance with the requirements of DVB-T2 standards.
8. There are outputs for HDMI (version 1.3), audio and composite.
9. There is a USB 2.0 port.
10. Teletext is available to the user.

Here you can use the TV guide, apply parental control. It is possible to use the set-top box as a player. To do this, just download the file (video or audio) to a USB flash drive and insert it into the appropriate connector.
Ports [/ caption]

Ports

On the near edge there are the following ports:

1. Antenna input.
2. There is a highly sensitive output next to it.
3. AV-out allows you to connect to TVs with RCA-in via a special cable.
4. The presence of an HDMI port allows you to work with modern TV models.
5. There is a connector for connecting a power adapter.

On the back there is a USB 2.0 connector.

Equipment

The delivery includes the following:

1. Prefix.
2. User manual.
3. Remote control RC100IR. It is powered by 2 AAA batteries.
4. For power supply, a 5 V and 1.2 V adapter is used.

The delivery includes a 3.5 – 3 RCA jack cable for those TVs that have an RCA input.
Remote control box Cadena CDT 100 [/ caption]

Connection and configuration

Before using the device, the receiver and TV must be disconnected from the outlet. The connection is carried out depending on the presence of certain input connectors on the TV. If there is HDMI, then you will need to use the appropriate cable. If you have RCA, you will need to use a cable connecting jack 3.5 and 3 RCA.
Connecting the set-top box via HDMI [/ caption] After the connecting cables are connected, connect the TV and the tuner power adapter to the outlet. After switching on, a menu appears on the TV screen that can be operated with the remote control item.
Schematic diagram of connection [/ caption] First of all, it is necessary to indicate the source of the received signal. If, for example, the connection was via RCA, you need to specify the AV line, in accordance with the set-top box connector that was used. Next, a menu will open through which you can specify the interface language, country of use and go to the search for channels.
Next, you need to press the Menu button on the remote control. Both automatic and manual searches are available. If you select the latter, you will need to select the second menu line.
Next, in the first line, select the frequency channel. It is different for each region of Russia. You can find out his number on the website of the television provider. Next, enter the frequency of the received signal and the bandwidth. You will also need to find them out on this site in advance.
The quality level is displayed at the bottom. It will change depending on the position of the antenna. After determining the best position, a search command is given. After that, you will have access to the first package of channels. Similar steps will need to be repeated for the second.
After the completion of the procedure, the saving will take place in automatic mode. Then you can start watching the programs. As a result of the procedure described here, 20 television and 3 radio channels will be available. The TV can be used not only for watching TV programs, but also for playing files. To do this, they must be written to a USB flash drive. After it is inserted into the appropriate slot, the file is launched through the main menu, which can be operated using the remote control. The set-top box recognizes all the most popular image, video and audio formats, including MP3, WMA, JPEG, BMP, AVI, MKV. Instructions in Russian for the Cadena CDT 100 receiver – connection, configuration, interfaces and technical capabilities – download from the link:
Cadena CDT 100 User Manual

Firmware for the Cadena CDT 100 receiver – download and install

In order to use the most up-to-date version of the software, it must be ensured that the set-top box has the most recent firmware version. In order to find out about its availability, you need to visit the manufacturer’s website and find the latest version available there. Through the device menu, you can find out the version number that is installed. If a newer version is presented on the site, the update must be downloaded to your computer and then copied to a USB flash drive. It must be inserted into the connector on the set-top box, and then, using the remote control, go to the appropriate section and start the procedure for installing the new firmware version. While it is running, you cannot turn off the device. When finished, a message appears on the TV screen. You can download the software update for CADENA CDT-100 at the link http://www.cadena.pro/poleznoe_po.html Review of DVB-T2 receiver CADENA CDT-100: https://youtu.be/x0lv2PBmV4k

Cooling

There are a large number of narrow ventilation holes on the top and bottom of the device. The air entering through them allows to cool the tuner during operation.
During the operation of the equipment, it is necessary to ensure that the ventilation devices are not covered. If you forget about this, then the device can overheat very quickly.

Cadena CDT-100 does not search for channels, and other problems do not turn on

With a weak antenna signal, the image will be inaccessible in most cases. If you manage to get it, then, most likely, it will crumble into squares. To make the show available, you need to find a better place to receive the antenna signal or replace it with a more powerful one. With prolonged use (over 8-10 hours), the device will gradually heat up. If this happens, you need to turn it off and let it cool down.

Pros and cons

The following should be noted as the advantages of this prefix:

1. Compact, lightweight and handy device. In order to conveniently position it, you can easily find a suitable place.
2. Easy to set up and use.
3. Provides the best possible display quality for a given antenna, provided that it is within its specifications.

It should be borne in mind that this device has the following disadvantages:

1. The scope of delivery does not include a connecting cable for HDMI. You need to buy it yourself.
2. There is no tulip video output, only the AV connector is left by the manufacturer.
3. The display is not in use.
4. The set-top box can get very hot during prolonged use. In this regard, it is necessary to monitor its condition. If necessary, turn off the device and wait until it cools down to an acceptable temperature.
5. The power adapter is vulnerable to large and sudden power surges.

There are no buttons on the case for working with the receiver. Commands can only be given using the remote control.

Price of prefix Cadena CDT 100

This prefix is ​​included in the budget category, its price is approximately 900 rubles, but it may differ slightly depending on the place of purchase. For this money, the user gets a simple and high-quality receiver with all the necessary basic functions.