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Access HD DTA1020U

The Access HD DTA1020U has now been certified by the government as coupon eligible.  Being certified also means that is has all of the main features that are deemed necessary in a converter box by the government.

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Access HD DTA1020U
MSRP $59.99
Release date --
Brand Access HD
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This report was started October 1, 2008 at 1:33 pm by DTV Transition Guy
with the last edit occurring November 29, 2008 at 6:11 pm by luckyme99
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Access HD DTA1020U is ranked 2nd among it's competitors.  See the top picks in DTV Converters »
Channel Master CM-7000

Channel Master CM-7000

MSRP  $70.00    Released  January, 2008
Pros
  • Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
  • Digital Audio and S-Video Out
  • S-Video Out
Cons
  • doesn't have analog pass-through
  • Still $30 with government coupon
  • Doesn't actually output HD like the box says it does.
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Memorex MVCB1000

Memorex MVCB1000

MSRP  $50.00    Released  January, 2008
Pros
  • Aspect-ratio control allows for better viewing of 16:9 video on a 4:3 TV.
  • Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
  • Analog-pass through
Cons
  • More expensive than other DTV converters because it is not eligible for the $40 government DTV converter coupon.
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Access HD DTA1080D

Access HD DTA1080D

MSRP  $69.99    Released  --
Pros
  • I like the zoom button, it retains the proportions of the image unlike some options available on my other brand unit.
  • I like the fact that it's easy to setup and it's small too.
Cons
  • RF output died after less than 2 weeks of use.
  • loses channels every few days
  • standby button should be renamed "erase" button because it erases the channel programming, requiring the channels to be rescanned every time you use it, either intentionally to shut the box off, or unintentionally pressing it or thinking it will turn the TV off.
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Access HD DTA1020D

Access HD DTA1020D

MSRP  $59.99    Released  --

The Access HD DTA1020D is government certified and eligible for the $40 off government coupon.

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1.  avatar gach1971 said:

I purchased a Access HD DTA 1020U and it continuiously has static noise over the audio signal. I have tried connecting the unit both with coax and with RCA cables and neither connection offfers any improvment. According to the HD 1020 singal strength meter my antenna signal is very good. I contacted GXI the manufactor and they will charge send me a new one with a return label for the old. However, they require a 40 deposit until they receive the old back. Once the defective unit is received they will test it. If it is good they will charge me $20 to return it or the full price of a new one? Or if it is bad they will charge me $20 for shipping and I can keep the new one.. I think this seems pretty unfair if the unit is defective that I have to pay $20 to get a new one?? basically half the cost of a new one?
Of course when call there customer support 800-393-1246 it puts you through multiple prompts and you cannot get to a actual person to speak to.. I ended calling GXI in NC @919-550-3221 and the lady that assisted me tried to be helpful but, said this was all she could do and that is just the way it is...?? I'm sorry but this is must be some of the worst customer service I have ever expireanced.. I can understand they cannot just give everyone a new one if there is a complaint but, it seems odd to me that they would pay a service tech to test the product when the retail cost is only $59 and their cost is obviously much less.
I would not recommend their products to anyone.
Oct 31, 2008 11:24am
2.  avatar luckyme99 said:

I HAD THE VERY SAME PROBLEM with BOTh of the units, on 2 different TVs. I dont' think the units are defective - I am wondering if we need to connect the audio on the HD unit to the audio plug on the TV . . .This is not possible on one of the older TVs. In any case, their tech service line was a recording, and it was USELESS.

I DO NOT RECOMMEND THESE PRODUCTS!
Nov 29, 2008 6:11pm
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DTA, 1020, U, DTA1020, 1020U, DTA1020U