the AirTV (which I have) and the AirTV 2 are designed specifically to compliment Sling's service. While the OTT streaming services might start to adhere to an industry standard that allows their channel guides to be aggregated, I don't know that OTA DVRs will follow suit. It would be nice though. I bought a cheap 320 GB external USB 3.0 hard drive for my AirTV, and it seems to be working fine. USB 3.0 devices should be backwards compatible.
@tommyoz777
2 жыл бұрын
Yes I can confirm that 3.0 drives do work and will work as long as they are backwards compatible as you mentioned.
@Brenda-Burd
4 ай бұрын
I am using my AirTV 2, which I bought a few years ago, and I never really took advantage of it.
@bobsimmons1470
3 жыл бұрын
I keep considering canceling AT&T TV but all these costs just to get locals w/DVR and it just doesn't make much sense
@JoeHoeDoesSomething
3 жыл бұрын
If I was you, you should get a Tablo or a Fire Tv Recast
@nathanmarshall7523
2 жыл бұрын
Sling TV Package, $35.00 a month. Antenna $30.00 one time purchase. If you have sling and want to "integrate" the local channels into the sling menu, then you buy the AirTV device for a one time fee of $49.00. So, Im guessing you pay more than that every month. So, if you can do basic math, It totally makes sense.
@GSK1126
Жыл бұрын
@JoeyRedGames how does the fire recast work?
@kim11757
3 жыл бұрын
If I don't want to record just watch live tv do I still need this air tv 2? Could I just get a TV antenna?
@philsammarco9010
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, getting just an antenna is the simplest and cheapest option. Just make sure to watch this video to understand what utility you won't have with just a TV antenna.
@lucypeco8467
Жыл бұрын
My old LG tv has two connectors available, one for a coaxial cable and one hdmi- do I need more connections to set up Airtv?
@italiancapo7
3 жыл бұрын
Wait, so the airtv 2 isn’t the actually antenna? You have to buy that separate? So, what antenna do we buy/use with the airtv 2?
@colinmoreillon5970
3 жыл бұрын
Any tv antenna will work
@steftrando
Жыл бұрын
Why is the video quality weird? It looks interlaced. What kind of camera are you using??
@mahfah7911
3 жыл бұрын
So plugging directly to TV or to AirTV channels will be same given the coverage of your antenna? I airtv itself increased the strength of coverage and you got more channels
@mabryt453
Жыл бұрын
There is no direct connection (HDMI, etc) from this device to a TV. You can't plug it directly to TV. The HDMI that was available for AirTV is not available for AirTV 2.
@nightprowler999
Жыл бұрын
Can you record 2 things at once like fox and cbs for example?
@johnwwirtanen1283
3 жыл бұрын
I'm starting to look at streaming services. I have a Samsung Smart TV. Sling supports that. However, Air TV 2 does not. I'd need to get a streaming device like Roku. Am I correct in assuming that I'd need to have both the Sling app and Air TV2 going through the same streaming device? That would essentially mean the "smart" in my Smart TV is essentially of no value here.
@tonyspeka7964
Жыл бұрын
Can you use Air TV2 with the free version of Sling app; or can Air TV2 be used without the Sling app but through Roku instead? If so, what are the drawbacks to these approaches?
@willsr.9154
Жыл бұрын
Same question, I don't have prescription but just want to use to get locals
@havihav
Жыл бұрын
@@willsr.9154 Yes
@havihav
Жыл бұрын
yes
@nc3826
6 ай бұрын
you don't need a prescription or a subscription.... the free version of Sling app works with AirTV DVRs too..
@djufu1
3 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know if this works with the Sling app on the new Google Chromecast with Google TV?
@ryanstice7014
3 жыл бұрын
Just installed it, and NO you can't use Chrome cast, really dissapointed!
@kimmajor4301
Жыл бұрын
So with this item you have to use sling tv??
@namesdom
2 жыл бұрын
Do the old air tv boxes still work with sling?
@Catman1798
3 жыл бұрын
They told me I needed an outdoor antenna. I guess those big ones that need to be mounted on the roof of the house? Not those stick up window kind. I ain’t getting on my roof lol. And I certainly won’t be paying someone to do it. Is there anyway to get the network channels without this antenna tv thing? How many TVs can watch over the air channels with air tv 2? Is there a limit streaming? How do you integrate the air tv into your sling TV guide? To show abc etc on your TV guide menu?
@CordCuttingReport
3 жыл бұрын
Visit Locast.org to see if they offer its free service in your area. If they do, then you can use it with your Sling TV account. Read this from Sling's help page. No AirTV2 required. www.sling.com/help/en/tech-questions/device-questions/supported-devices/airtv-players/airtv-locast
@Catman1798
3 жыл бұрын
@@CordCuttingReport I wanted to download the ABC app but they say you need cable service to access the app. They don’t have an option for sling. I watch mostly ABC network shows
@wetheones1
Жыл бұрын
With the airtv 2 can you use it with the xbox series s sling tv app
@CordCuttingReport
Жыл бұрын
Yes. Sling app on any device.
@wetheones1
Жыл бұрын
@@CordCuttingReport got a question when u buy the airtv 2 did you have to buy anything else to get every channel
@cathycannon5314
3 жыл бұрын
What is a good device to use with Roku
@CordCuttingReport
3 жыл бұрын
You have a couple of good options. My other video on the best OTA DVRs covers that: kzitem.info/news/bejne/loalmKSvj5xkdoI
@michaelgee8219
Жыл бұрын
Can you not hook up a hard drive if you dont plan on recording?
@CordCuttingReport
Жыл бұрын
You can certainly use this without the hard drive if you just need the TV tuner.
@nc3826
6 ай бұрын
KISS, use the TV tuner or a converter box tuner..... An AirTV DVR, can have connection issues. So if you don't need it as a DVR, it's counterproductive... But at least Rube Goldberg would be proud of you...
@raycollins5914
3 жыл бұрын
I got one of these about a month ago and it works great until yesterday and for some reason it won't display one of my channels. I followed all of the directions to resolve this issue and still no fix. I hooked up my antenna back to my tv and it comes in really strong. So, I'm guessing I need to contact support for some help.
@nathanmarshall7523
2 жыл бұрын
Ok
@spacecowboy306
Жыл бұрын
I have this and I needed to reset it. it come on but only the 2 bottom lights are light the top 3rd one is flashing what does that mean. and how do I fix it? Well I learned you have to disconnect it from your account using your phone app. It also it shows up on you router as Dish tech, It is nice to have. You better have good internet access because it will record all buffering.
@chocolate9726
7 ай бұрын
This is happening with my over the air channel it was working fine until I upgraded my wifi box not I can't get local channel 😮 any has a solution
@nc3826
6 ай бұрын
Ethernet connections.... or throw it against the world....
@DrLeePhD
Жыл бұрын
so... even though the airTV requires no subscription, I'll need to pay for a slingTV subscription to use it?
@willsr.9154
Жыл бұрын
Same question, sling gave me this Air TV device but I no longer have sling subscription, just want locals
@steftrando
Жыл бұрын
Can you watch your live channels if you are out traveling and your AirTV2 setup is at home?
@jesgarc100
Жыл бұрын
Yes
@stevenbirkes9242
2 жыл бұрын
If I have the AirTV 2 and I don't want to record any over air channels will I need a hard drive?
@terrellpeterson3917
2 жыл бұрын
No
@willsr.9154
Жыл бұрын
I have this AirTV 2 but canceled my prescription, can I still use this tuner to get my locals without prescription?
@havihav
Жыл бұрын
yes if you use the free sling subscription
@metalpose
Жыл бұрын
Subscription
@nc3826
6 ай бұрын
get well soon.... I hope your prescription works.... and good luck with the free version of the Sling app... SMH
@hektikone8898
3 жыл бұрын
Does this work for laptops?
@nytrackrider
Жыл бұрын
I cant get any drive I own to format on the airtv 2. It says there is a drive connected and says i need to format it but every time i go to the app it says a drive isnt connected. Like wtf. Sling is becomming bigger and bigger trash each and every day.
@brn0520
3 жыл бұрын
Do I need to pay for sling for this to work? I'd like to be able to watch live ota tv on multiple devices
@Gonzuller1992
3 жыл бұрын
If you don't want the paid service, you can also try a Tablo. I've used one, and they're great. www.tablotv.com/
@CordCuttingReport
3 жыл бұрын
This works without a Sling TV service, but as noted below, there are other OTA DVR options out there.
@Gonzuller1992
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. In fact, because I am tired of paying for channels that I can get with an antenna and I want my cable and locals integrated on one guide (and my wife wants news channels), Air TV is now our OTA DVR along with Sling programming.
@RoastBeefSandwich
3 жыл бұрын
@@Gonzuller1992 are you running your AirTV over WiFi? If so, does it work okay?
@Gonzuller1992
3 жыл бұрын
@@RoastBeefSandwich There is occasional buffering, but nothing too annoying. Tablo was more consistent, but you can't integrate its OTA channels with a streaming service like Sling or Philo. The glories of modern streaming.
@timsjulies
Жыл бұрын
I have an AirTV2. OTA channels work great however the OTA DVR will not work on a Samsung Smart TV! OTA DVR works on my laptop and phone but AirTV says it is not compatible with Samsung TV. Who wants a DVR that you cannot watch on your TV.
@nc3826
6 ай бұрын
An add-on compatible TV streaming device can cost as little as 15 bucks... Works fine with my thrift store $30 Phillips Roku TV... OTA DVR Is next on my list....
@zamomix
3 жыл бұрын
I'm now able to watch locals on chrome, and pause live TV.
@JCNOAOU
3 жыл бұрын
Hey how do you local channels with chrome?
@nc3826
6 ай бұрын
most likely on Locast that was shut down or illegal IPTV sites
@BxChamber
3 жыл бұрын
i own Samsung tvs in my home which has the slingtv app ,i use sling faithfully, but ive heard that the airtv products doesn't integrate with the slingtv app on Samsung tvs. is this true ?
@JoeTrojan88
3 жыл бұрын
The Sling App on my Samsungs doesn't include AirTV OTA channels. I use AppleTVs anyway (Sling App on AppleTVs DO include AirTV channels in the menu), so the Samsung "Smart" features are pretty useless to me anyway.
@spaceghost4474
3 жыл бұрын
@@JoeTrojan88 I have a Samsung q6fn and the apps are, for the most part, inferior to those on the better streaming devices. Almost all of the UIs work differently from device to device.
@nathanmarshall7523
2 жыл бұрын
@@JoeTrojan88 So what did you do with your Airtv unit, do you want to sell it?
@JoeTrojan88
2 жыл бұрын
@@nathanmarshall7523 I love my AirTV! I use the Sling App on my AppleTVs and it integrates with Sling pay channels seamlessly. The guide interface is a little coarse if you try to view it while watching a show. But a small price to pay for cutting my TV costs in half!
@fa1509
2 жыл бұрын
@JoeTrojan88 do you need to connect the air tv 2 at the back of the tv or can you move it around the house to get better antenna reception
@hotchocolate7681
2 жыл бұрын
Dose this person respond to any comments?????
@MrDICKHEAD28
3 жыл бұрын
NAH GOOD'OLE FASHION COAX TO EVERY TV IS ALL I NEED AND NO SWITCHING REMOTES
@nathanmarshall7523
2 жыл бұрын
Ok, well all sleep better tonight knowing that. What else you got?
@MrDICKHEAD28
2 жыл бұрын
@@nathanmarshall7523 I SAVED 200 BUCKS
@markgabriel5797
Жыл бұрын
The AirTV2 is always Choppy. It works well when you take it out of the box but give it about a week and you will see it. I have added amplifiers, updated software, better antennas. It's complete junk. I have tried 3 of them. Always connected directly to the router. They ALL do it. Great concept, horrible execution.
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