The Golden Media Mania 828 is a hybrid Full HD receiver that handles both DVB-T2 (terrestrial) and DVB-C (cable) signals in a single unit. It supports H.265 / HEVC decoding in both HD and SD resolution, making it fully compatible with modern digital broadcast standards. An easy-to-navigate menu and a 7-segment LED display make daily operation straightforward.

A USB 2.0 port enables PVR recording and multimedia playback (MP3, WMA, BMP, JPEG, AVI). The built-in Ethernet port (RJ45) supports IPTV and weather and RSS applications. Software updates are applied via USB.

Key Features

• Hybrid DVB-T2 and DVB-C (H.265 / HEVC) Full HD receiver
• PVR ready — record programmes via USB 2.0
• 7-segment LED display
• Multimedia playback: MP3, WMA, BMP, JPEG, AVI
• Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) with 7-day support, timeshift, and parental control
• Teletext and multilingual subtitle support
• Ethernet port (RJ45) for IPTV, weather, and RSS apps
• WiFi capable via optional USB WiFi stick
• Software updates via USB

Product Benefits

• A single tuner covers both DVB-T2 terrestrial and DVB-C cable signals, eliminating the need for separate receivers
• H.265 / HEVC decoding ensures compatibility with current and upcoming digital terrestrial transmissions in HD
• PVR with schedule recording and timeshift lets users record and pause live TV without a separate recorder
• 7-day EPG gives a full week of programme information for easy advance planning
• Maximum power consumption of 6 W and standby of 0.5 W keep running costs low

Technical Specifications

• Model: Mania 828
• CPU: GX6702H5
• Internal memory: 32 Mb
• RAM: 512 Mb
• Antenna connector: IEC female
• Input frequency range DVB-T/T2 (VHF): 170–230 MHz
• Input frequency range DVB-T/T2 (UHF): 470–862 MHz
• Input frequency range DVB-C: 114–858 MHz
• Demodulation: 16QAM, 64QAM, 128QAM, 256QAM
• Bandwidth: 8 MHz
• Decoding: MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264, H.265, AAC, HE-AAC, AC-3, DD+
• Aspect ratio: Auto, 16:9 WS, 16:9 PB, 16:9 PS, 4:3 LB, 4:3 PS, 4:3 Full
• Display resolution: 1920×1080
• Video resolution: 1920×1080
• Audio decoding: MPEG-1 Layer I/II, Dolby downmix 2-channel, AAC LC, HE-AAC v1/v2, PCM downmix, IEC958 SPDIF
• Supported media formats: MP3, WMA, BMP, JPEG, AVI
• File systems: FAT32, NTFS
• Outputs: HDMI, SCART, coaxial
• USB ports: 2× USB 2.0
• Ethernet: RJ45, 10/100 Mbps
• Power input: 110–240 V DC, 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption: max. 6 W
• Standby consumption: max. 0.5 W

Why You'll Love It

• Everything needed to start watching is in the box: remote control, 2× AAA batteries, and user manual
• LCN (Logical Channel Numbering) and TV channel preview let you set up and navigate channels the way you expect
• Parental control and favourite channel lists keep the viewing experience organised for the whole household
• The optional USB WiFi stick expands connectivity without any internal hardware changes