Connecting the tricolor receiver to the gs b520 TV. Successful exchange: digital receiver GS B520 from Tricolor TV

The GS B520 receiver is one of the new developments of the Tricolor company. The device is designed for the trade-in program (exchanging old equipment for new). When replacing old SD receivers with modern models of HDTV format, the current subscription to Tricolor TV services is maintained.

The GS B 520 single-tuner receiver allows access to watching TV on mobile devices.

• receiver Tricolor GS B520;
• power unit;
• instructions;
• connecting cord;
• remote controller.

The approximate cost of the set is 3000 - 6000 thousand rubles.

Characteristics of the set-top box

The tuner supports DiseqC, and it is also possible to select and configure satellites yourself. Previously, this option was only available on the GS-9305 model. The device supports HD, so the picture broadcast by the TV High Quality. In addition to the tulip cable, you can connect an HDMI cable.

This is the first receiver of the provider to implement the “Record” and “Delayed View” options. To use this feature, necessary for the console B520 operator Tricolor connect flash drive . The set-top box also reads other files from the flash drive, for example, you can view photos and listen to audio recordings.

The console has built-in applications: games, timer, TV guide. Can be installed additional programs. The USB connector is located on the front side of the tuner, which makes it more convenient to connect various media.

Detailed specifications can be studied in the operating instructions, where a complete description is given and all the necessary information is indicated.

Design

The design of the receiver is made in a classic and simple style, the color is black, glossy. On the front panel there is a button to turn the tuner on and off, as well as a digital timer; the remaining connectors are located on the rear side. The receiver is small in size, the ventilation zones are located on the top cover.

Watching video content from mobile devices

To watch operator television on mobile device or tablet, the set-top box requires an Internet connection. And the “PlayTricolor” application must be installed on your smartphone.

Subscribers who do not know how to connect the set-top box to the Internet or install it are recommended to study the USER GUIDE.

Firmware

To update the software you need:

1. Disconnect the receiver from the power supply.
2. Insert a flash drive with the file b520.upd
3. Turn on the device. There should be no graphics or SMS notifications on the TV monitor.
4. After a while, an update request will appear on the screen, confirm it by clicking “ok”.
5. When the device update is completed, the tuner will automatically reboot.
6. Disconnect the receiver, remove the flash drive from it and copy the file b520_gs1upd.
7. Turn on the set-top box.
8. Insert the flash drive with the file b520gs1.upd.
9. The update process will start.
10. When finished, an automatic reboot will occur again.
11. The device update is complete.

Advantages and disadvantages

The set-top box is equipped with all the necessary functions and options.

The advantages include:

• high image quality;
• Ease of use;
• technical equipment;
• stylish design;
• protection against piracy.

The main drawback is the long pause when switching TV channels. The set-top box recognizes files with music and photographs, but you cannot watch movies downloaded via torrent or from another portal using it.

The warranty is valid for one year. And for additional elements the warranty period is 6 months.

When you turn on the GS B522 and GS B520 receiver for the first time, a welcome window appears on the screen. If necessary, you can set the time and date here. But usually this is not required since the receiver receives the date and time from the satellite.

Press the OK button on the receiver’s remote control and go to the “Search for Tricolor TV” page.

In this menu, use the “right” and “left” buttons to select an operator. For the European part the operator is "Tricolor TV" for Siberia "Tricolor-Siberia". If the plate is configured correctly, when you select an operator, the “Strength” and “Quality” scales will be filled.

Use the “down” button to select “continue” and click OK.

After this, the region selection option appears. Select the region using the up and down buttons and press the OK button. For the European part of the country, the region is “Main”. When you select the "Ural" region, in addition to the channels of the main region, federal channels with broadcasting +2 hours will be added.

After this happens automatic search channels. Upon completion of the search, you just need to click the “OK” button and select “Save”.

In order to re-search channels on the configured receiver:

Press "Menu" and Select the item “Search for Tricolor channels”, andClick “Start Search” with the “OK” button

Organization and sorting of channels on GS B522 and GS B520 receivers.

On this moment Tricolor TV has more than 200 different TV channels, and of course, you have those that you love more than others. It will be much more convenient if all your favorite channels are in one, separate list and you don’t have to search for them among other channels.

To create such a list you need:

Press the “Menu” button on the receiver remote control and go to the “Applications” section, and in itSelect the “Channel Editor” application.

When you go to the channel editor, you will see two columns: the list of channels is displayed on the right, and the channels included in this list are displayed on the left.

To create a new list, press the red button on the receiver remote control.

The screen will appear screen keyboard. Using the “up”, “down”, “right”, “left” and “OK” buttons you can title the new list, then save the name by pressing the blue button.

Now, to add your channels to a new list, select it using the “up” and “down” buttons and press “right”

Press the green button on the remote control to display a list of channels.

After selecting the channel you want to add to the list, click OK. A green checkmark will appear to the right of the channel indicating that the channel has been added to the list.

Once you have selected all channels simply press "exit". The right side of the window now shows your selected channels in the order you want.

Now, when you display the list of channels, you have a new group; by selecting it, you will see your added channels.

Unlike earlier receiver models, when channels are added to the favorites list, in these models the channel numbering changes and corresponds to the order in which they were added to the list. For example, if you add channel 185 first, then it becomes 1 in the list. And when switching channels, the list numbering is now used, and not the channel number that was assigned to it during the initial setup.

Your Tricolor TV GS B520 receiver is configured and ready to work. Enjoy watching.

Another receiver model from the company, created for participants in equipment exchange programs. The device supports high-definition format, which means it is recommended for those who want to change the usual television, adding color and realism to it. The GS B520 receiver from Tricolor promises to be one of the most reliable set-top boxes with a wide range of functions and capabilities.

Equipment characteristics

The GS B520 receiver combines an ergonomic classic design, as well as updated software that takes into account the errors of previous models. At the same time, the characteristics are selected optimally for comfortable use by the modern consumer. The receiver can be connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi router on your home network, and will also open up opportunities for viewing content on smartphones and tablets, thanks to mirror streaming features. However, this will require installing the “Play.Tricolor” application on mobile devices.

The provider claims high speed of operation of the equipment and absolute security from unauthorized access to information.

This is due to the use of the powerful MStar K5 processor and a modified software environment from the GS Group holding. The GS B 520 set-top box is equipped with a USB connector for connecting external drives and additional devices. The connector for connecting an external infrared sensor allows you to install the receiver behind obstacles without losing control of the remote control.

Installation diagram

The Tricolor GS-B520 receiver has no fundamental differences from previous models in functional connectors, so the connection occurs according to the standard scheme.

The primary factor during installation is the installation of the antenna, but given the fact that the equipment is exchangeable, the dish should already be installed. This means it’s worth talking about how to connect the receiver itself directly. A short guide to action is as follows:

Set-top box software update

Tricolor TV plans to soon release an update to the previously installed software for the B520 receiver. It will take into account problems with controllability, and the new environment will also make it possible to receive a satellite signal more confidently. The instructions on how to update the software yourself are quite simple. You can do this in three ways:

• via satellite;
• using a computer;
• using a flash drive.

From satellite

According to the manufacturer, updating via satellite is the most logical option.

It is important not to turn off the equipment or interrupt the boot process, otherwise malfunctions may occur.

This option has a significant drawback: the process can take time. from 5 minutes to several hours, it all depends on the signal quality and weather conditions influencing him.

Via computer

To flash the receiver via a computer:

1. It must be connected to the PC using a USB cable in a disconnected state.
2. Install the “GS Burner” program by downloading it from the provider’s website, and also do not forget about the corresponding files from software. They can be found by model name.
3. After launching the program, you will need to specify the path to the files by opening the “Open File” tab.
4. Click “Upload” and connect the set-top box to the network. The installation completion will be indicated by a 100% loading bar.

Using a flash drive

If for some reason this procedure was not successful, the program version will remain the same. The situation will be corrected by a flash card with the same installation file. The description of the action algorithm is as follows:

1. The drive is placed in the appropriate slot for formatting.
2. After the firmware is copied to the memory card, the flash drive can be removed and the receiver turned off.
3. Place the drive with the file in the slot and turn on the receiver. The update steps will be displayed on the TV screen.
4. After successful installation, a reboot and basic settings will be required.

Summing up

Users have already appreciated the GS B520. According to most, this is one of the most reliable devices from Tricolor. It meets the requirements for modern digital equipment. No significant shortcomings were found during operation, including with the power supply, which is typical for the company’s set-top boxes. By participating in the exchange program, you can receive a set of equipment at a price of 5,700 rubles.

GS B520 overview of receiver applications and functions

We have already shown you this receiver in our photo and video reviews, we checked it from all sides, looked at what it has inside. And after one of our videos, which we made and posted online, a suggestion appeared - it would be nice to look at the menu and all the applications in the GS B 520 receiver in more detail. Today in this review we will collect all our videos on the applications of the GS B 520 receiver and show them to you. We will talk in more detail about almost every application. The main thing is not to forget, this receiver is recommended for watching the operator’s TV channels (NASC “NSK” is a non-public joint-stock company “National Satellite Company”, legal entity, owner of the brand”)

Let's start the GS B520 review of the applications and functions of the receiver with an overview video in which we will go through the entire menu of the GS B 520 receiver.

GS B520 overview of applications and functions of the new exchange receiver.

To do this, we connected our receiver to the TV and began to film everything on camera, now you can watch everything for yourself and draw certain conclusions for yourself.

GS B520 overview of applications and functions of the receiver, in this first application review video you can see all the applications that are on the GS B 520 receiver, then we will talk about each application in more detail.

Let's start the GS B520 review of applications by checking the operation of the receiver with an external drive; for this we need a USB flash drive on which we have prepared various files and folders in which there are videos and pictures in different formats.

We need this in order to check and see what the GS B 520 receiver can work with and what it cannot.

Next we will look in more detail at how the GS B 520 with the recording function works; for this we will need a USB flash drive or an external hard drive.

We will use a flash drive. Let's check how the registration is going on television channels, we will see what messages the receiver shows when recording starts and when we need to stop recording. At the same time, it will be clearly visible what happens when recording is prohibited by the operator (NJSC "NSK" - non-public joint stock company "National Satellite Company" legal entity, owner of the brand).

In this video we will see how the TV channel editor application works, it is possible that it will be useful to some of the users of this receiver.

This video shows the operation of an application that will help you change the receiver menu; with this application you can remove or add one or more applications from the main page.

We couldn't ignore one important application. In which you can see what subscription you have. What is your personal receiver number and what software do you have.

This application is a personal account. Let's try to talk about its importance and functionality in a nutshell.

After looking at the information from personal account Let's move on to another application. Which shows us which films are currently on and which will be on the screens of a group of TV channels in the near future - a cinema hall. As you can see, there is nothing complicated here. The controls are simple and intuitive.

We also wanted to turn our attention to the application - manual search TV channels... It’s possible that someone doesn’t need it... But of course many people need this application. There was a time when this application was removed at the request of the operator. But after a while, when there were a lot of bad reviews and subscribers, they demanded to return it. GS had no choice but to return it. Now you can see it in the menu of receivers as new (for example GS B520). So are those that were sold a long time ago (for example GS B210, GS U510). With this application you can add several new TV channels. Of course, there is also a technical point - is your satellite antenna catch them.

* The operator’s logo is present on the screen of the tested TVs during the performance test. (NJSC "NSK" - non-public joint-stock company "National Satellite Company" legal entity, brand owner)

The Tricolor equipment exchange program is an offer satellite operator, within which Tricolor subscribers are given the opportunity to exchange outdated General Satellite equipment for new equipment that supports the HD format, with a minimal surcharge. The exchange conditions are much more favorable than the conditions for purchasing new equipment without a promotion.

1. More TV channels for the same price!

   Exchange equipment and watch more channels in excellent quality! More than 200 channels, including dozens in HD format, as well as many radio stations.

2. Make the most of your HDTV!

   Do you have an HDTV, but the receiver only supports SD format? Exchange your equipment and fully appreciate high-definition television!
   Favorite films, new releases, multi-genre TV shows - all in Full HD format!

3. All services and funds will be transferred to the new equipment in full!

   The main service and all additional services will be transferred to the new equipment in full. The transfer of the main service is carried out proportionally in rubles or in days, depending on the name of the main service of the replaced ID. Transfer additional services carried out proportionally in days.