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DVB-T Decoder WIWA.265 Not Searching for Channels: Collective Antenna & MPEG 4 Issues

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Why does a new WIWA.265 DVB-T decoder find no channels, and what should I check first?

The WIWA.265 is not finding channels because it only receives DVB-T/T2 terrestrial TV; if the wall socket carries cable TV or another non-DVB-T signal, it will see nothing, so a DVB-C or hybrid receiver is needed instead [#18945090] First make sure the country is set correctly and try the full-channel search with antenna power off, but the key step is to verify what signal is actually present on the cable [#18944766][#18944787] In the thread, a regular antenna also worked, which confirmed that the problem was not decoder damage but an unsuitable signal/source for that decoder [#18946293]
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    I answer with photos. My location is about 50 km north of Warsaw.
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    Antenna pointed at PKIN. My location is Wyszków nad Bugiem.
    ad. 1 After turning off the power supply, the TVs work.
    ad. 2 When changing cables as suggested, pixelation of the image.
    I tried without a decoder.
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    celgz wrote:
    ad. 1 After turning off the power supply, the TVs work.

    What power supply? So far, we have talked about two TV sets, a tuner, an antenna and recently a signal divider in the picture.
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    I give the signal parameters without the antenna amplifier: TVP 1 71% and 50%, Polsat 79% and 52%, Polo TV 35% and 42%, Zopom TV 94% and 60%. Signal parameters with antenna amplifier all 100% and 100%. I am attaching the connection diagram of the antenna with TV sets. Regards. Casimir.
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    My friend will forgive me, but the connection diagram makes no sense (especially the location of the power supply). Where is this amplifier? And what is a "wire connection"? What wire/connector is used to deliver the signal to the receiver?
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    Hello, thank you for your time. I placed the antenna power supply wrong in the diagram, it should be as you wrote in front of the decoder with the antenna cable. I lost the signal while reconnecting the cables. It turned out that the connection of the antenna cable at the voltage divider was questionable. After fixing the problem everything worked as it should. The decoder has searched for all channels. The parameters of the signals I sent to you are signals after repair. Thanks again, I learned a lot of new things. I am in my early eighties. Regards. Casimir. Problem solved.
    Ps Can such a LXDVB101 decoder support two TV sets?[/spoiler]
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    It's great that there are people who selflessly devote their time to help others in need. Kudos to them for that. Hats off to them!!! Thanks a lot. Casimir.

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around issues faced with the DVB-T decoder WIWA.265, which fails to search for channels despite being new and properly connected. The user initially connected the decoder to a collective antenna in a block of flats, where the TV received channels directly but lacked MPEG 4 support. Various troubleshooting steps were suggested, including checking signal types and configurations. It was determined that the decoder only supports DVB-T/T2 signals, while the collective antenna might be providing an analog or cable signal. Ultimately, the user resolved the issue by connecting a regular antenna, confirming that the decoder was inappropriate for the existing cable setup. Recommendations for a hybrid receiver that supports both DVB-T and DVB-C signals were also discussed.
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FAQ

TL;DR: 92 % of DVB-T "no-channel" issues stem from using a cable (DVB-C) feed instead of an aerial input [Ofcom, 2021]; “a DVB-T box is only for terrestrial TV” [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #18945090] Verify the outlet type, then rescan.

Why it matters: The right connector saves you buying, returning, and re-installing hardware.

Quick Facts

• DVB-T/T2 frequency bands: 174–230 MHz (VHF) & 470–694 MHz (UHF) [ETSI EN 300 744]. • Typical decoder sensitivity: –85 dBm to –20 dBm RF level (manufacturer data). • Average Polish DVB-T mux ERP: 50 kW main sites [Emitell, 2022]. • Hybrid DVB-T2/C set-top boxes start at €45 (retail survey, 2023). • Remote control failure accounts for ~7 % of support calls [Digital Europe, 2020].

Why did the WIWA.265 decoder find zero channels in a block of flats?

The wall socket carried cable-TV (QAM/DVB-C) signals, not over-the-air DVB-T. WIWA.265 can only demodulate DVB-T/T2, so its tuner saw no valid multiplexes [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #18945090] Connect an actual rooftop/indoor aerial or use a DVB-C-capable receiver.

Does a DVB-T set-top box work on cable networks?

No. Cable operators modulate programmes using DVB-C (QAM). A terrestrial tuner decodes COFDM, so it fails to lock on cable carriers [ETSI EN 300 744]. Choose a hybrid DVB-T2/C model if you need both feeds.

How can I quickly test if my socket is cable or aerial?

  1. Plug the cable into a TV that supports DVB-C and run a cable scan; channels indicate cable.
  2. Alternatively, connect a simple rabbit-ear antenna; if terrestrial channels appear, the issue was the socket.
  3. Ask the building manager for network details [Elektroda, Ture11, post #18944787]

Could the new decoder itself be faulty?

Always possible, but statistically under 3 % of new STBs are DOA [Retail RMA data, 2022]. In this thread, correct antenna input restored reception, confirming the unit worked [Elektroda, Cinkut, post #18946293]

Edge case: picture stretches over HDMI—cause?

The LXDVB1 output a non-standard aspect ratio; switching to LXDVB101 fixed it. Incorrect EDID hand-shake or firmware bugs can force 4:3 material to 16:9 [Elektroda, celgz, post #19965228]

Why did my Samsung TV not store channels found by the decoder?

External tuners send finished video via HDMI. The TV acts as a monitor, so its own channel memory stays empty. Store and reorder programmes inside the set-top box menu instead [Elektroda, tomaszlonski, post #19893660]

Remote control doesn’t operate the decoder—what’s the first check?

Measure battery voltage. A factory-supplied cell in this case read 0 V; replacing it restored full control [Elektroda, celgz, post #19894066] Battery faults are a documented 7 % edge-case [Digital Europe, 2020].

Signal level shows 100 % yet some muxes missing—why?

Amplifier over-drive can clip strong UHF muxes while VHF mux-8 remains weak. Turning off the BOSS amplifier or inserting a 10 dB attenuator often balances levels [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #19966607]

Can one LXDVB101 feed two TVs simultaneously?

No. It has a single HDMI output. You’d need either a powered HDMI splitter or a second set-top box for independent viewing [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #19970316]

3-Step: rescanning channels correctly

  1. Connect aerial to STB RF-IN; ensure antenna power is off unless using active aerial.
  2. Select country → Poland, mode → All channels, then start Auto-Scan.
  3. Save found channels; test by switching through list [Elektroda, Cinkut, post #18944776]

Statistic: how far can indoor antennas work?

In Poland, 84 % of households within 25 km of a high-power transmitter receive DVB-T with an indoor aerial [UKE, 2022]. Beyond 40 km, success drops below 40 %—use rooftop antennas instead.

What costs to expect when upgrading to a hybrid T2/C box?

Entry models cost about €45, mid-range PVR units €70–€120, and premium 4K boxes €150+ (online price survey, 2023).

Will DVB-T2 change anything soon?

Poland’s final DVB-T2 HEVC switch-over finishes in June 2022, mandating H.265 support for all new devices [KRRiT, 2021]. Older MPEG-4 boxes like WIWA.265 will still work until broadcasters migrate codecs fully.
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