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Digital Stream DTX9900 / DTX9950


Insignia NS-DXA1 / NS-DXA1-APT
Zenith DTT900 / DTT901


Venturer STB7766G / STB7766G1


The Digital Stream DTX 9900 DTV converter box features a universal remote control with large, well-marked buttons.
The Insignia NS-DXA1 / Zenith DTT900 DTV Converter box has a metal case for durability. But the remote is too small and the buttons do not give much feedback.
The Venturer STB7766G is the smallest unit we have tested. It measures just 5 inches wide. The flat sides are great for unit placement options.

Strong performance from new name
Superior remote control
Excellent signal reception
Can receive ATSC via cable TV
Plastic housing not as durable
Image cropping on some channels
Runs very hot

Sold at Radio Shack


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Rating: 95


Top Pick in our reader's poll
Made by technology leader LG
Solid reception
Clean, crisp menus
Metal housing is built to last
Audible signal-strength meter
Larger case permits better airflow
Remote is the weak link

Sellers: Best Buy, Circuit City, Radio Shack, BrandsMart USA



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Rating: 94


No frills but does the job
Solid signal reception
Compact for versatile placement
Plastic housing
Tiny remote control -- too small?
No electronic program guide
Small case but runs cool

Sold at Target


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Rating: 93






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More highly-rated converters that you can find in the big-box and retail stores now...


RCA DTA800B1 with Analog Pass-Through

Historic brand name comes through with solid performer
Remote control with big buttons for ease of use
Flexible placement options thanks to built-in stand
Plastic housing -- likely not as durable as metal
Menu system is not the easiest to navigate

Sold at Walmart


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Rating: 94


Apex Digital DT502 with Analog Pass-Through

Impressive feature set
Resolves major issues found in Apex DT250 (Rating: 89)
Sharp, competitive images
S-video output
Smart Antenna support
Solid metal housing with perfectly flat sides

Sold at Best Buy

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Rating: 93










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