Gs b520 incorrect search parameters. GS B520 look at what the receiver has

and was amazed - a lot of negative reviews, as if written as carbon copies and most likely custom-made from competing companies. And what’s surprising is that many authors sometimes don’t even have the slightest idea what they are writing about, mixing and confusing the concepts of Satellite TV and Cable TV. Moreover, they write completely negative things about Tricolor in general, without indicating the specific brand and model of the receiver (but there is a large line and the manufacturers are very different - Russia, China, etc.), the diameter of the dish (60, 90 or 120 cm), and about transponders I’m generally silent. Most authors refer to the lack of a signal in bad weather - but do not write who installed and configured the dish and how, not a single author provided specific data on the strength and quality of the signal in clear weather and in bad weather! So should you trust such reviews? But a lot depends on the proper setting of the plate. So is it worth indiscriminately criticizing Tricolor? Maybe it would be better to call qualified specialists from the Tricolor service or dealer center and start fine-tuning the satellite dish to the satellite?

I use satellite equipment Tricolor TV since 2006 and have never regretted it. The first receiver I had GS 7300 and it served flawlessly for 10 years. The picture only showed up in heavy rain or heavy snow. Over all these years, I only replaced the cable (it rubbed against the edge of the roof and water got into it) from Chinese to Italian. There were no more breakdowns. If any questions arose, everything was resolved through the Technical Support service in the personal account on the Tricolor website - quickly and competently - they helped, usually within 24 hours. In 2016, in May, I exchanged the obsolete GS 7300 receiver for a more modern one. GS B520, paying an additional 3,999 rubles to the company’s dealer.

The new receiver with a new, convenient remote control, with a remote IR control port, and a USB port on the front panel - turned out to be even better and more convenient than the previous one.

I was pleased with the convenient location of the USB port, the connection to a TV receiver via HDMI, the absence of extra buttons and a display on the front panel - (the simpler, the more reliable).

The new receiver heats up less, since the power supply is located outside the device body. It has become significantly lighter in weight and more compact than the previous receiver (I compare it with the old GS 7300). The receiver is also equipped with a remote IR control port - which is also very convenient - now the receiver itself can be put away in a bedside table, or placed behind the TV body.

The menu is completely different - more convenient, since all channels are divided into categories - Children's, All-Russian, Cinema, Music, Radio, etc. I was also pleased with the presence of 20 high-definition channels and the fact that many channels can be watched 2 hours earlier. HD images with a resolution of 1920x1080i have also become available. Channels can be edited at your discretion and new groups can be formed from them - Favorite, Popular, etc.

The new receiver also has the function of recording programs onto a flash drive, delayed viewing, and distributing TV broadcasts to smartphones and tablets. I haven’t learned all the innovations yet, but I’m gradually mastering them. Overall, I'm still happy with the new receiver - the image and sound quality are excellent. The signal strength is constantly 85 - 87%, but the signal quality is 36% - which does not allow you to watch channels Tricolor TV in any weather with high image quality.

And one more thing - upon a more detailed study of the device, the receiver GS B520- turned out to be not a receiver, but a stripped-down TV set-top box - it does not have many useful functions, they are reduced in order to reduce the cost of this set-top box! Yes, and this model of the device was released specifically for the promotion of exchanging old receiving equipment for new ones - so such an under-receiver came out. I recommend everyone to think carefully before switching to this model of set-top box from Tricolor TV.

GS B 520, new operator receiver, receiver box.

Today let's take a closer look and talk about a new product for the operator. Not about some advertising magazine copy, but about a real production sample.

Which can already be found freely available throughout the vast expanses of our country.

We could post a photo from a magazine photo or presentation..... But many. Who has been with us for more than one day. You know. That we try to post detailed reviews and, depending on the interest in the topic of viewers, readers, subscribers or friends, we post further materials about a particular product.

Today it’s the turn of the receiver, which replaced several models at once. This is the GS B520 receiver.

GS B 520, operator receiver, receiver description.

Let's start, as usual in our reviews, with the packaging.

So to speak - a candy wrapper, and whether this candy will be tasty.

We'll find out at the very end. As we can see, the packaging design has not been changed much. Although in such a time it would be possible to try and make small innovations in the packaging concept. Of course, there are reasons for this. But of course it’s too early to say how valid they are here. Perhaps someday we will touch on this topic in more detail.

GS B 520, new, number and date of issue.

You can only note the production date. Judging by the information on the sticker, this receiver that we are dealing with today is still “warm”. Since its production date suggests that it is not even a month old yet. Which of course can be considered a plus. Because in this case, the logistics of this product from the moment of production to the moment it is received by the end buyer is excellent, let’s see whether this fact will be the only advantage or not.

GS B 520, new receiver, new map sticker.

Here, of course, one more detail can be answered: now they have begun to put a sticker on the packaging of the receiver for which part of the country they are intended for.

In this case, we see that the European part of the country is painted over.

Having opened the package, you can notice the very tight layout; this receiver is located in it with a minimum gap. But you can watch about this in our video. We will not post these photos here.

GS B 520, new receiver review, general view.

Let's look at the receiver. We see that this case is made of plastic; on the front panel we see a connector for external connection and one button that turns on this receiver.

GS B 520, receiver for, information on the case.

On the case you can now see several stickers, one of them is the receiver number, the second is the identification number in the operator’s system, and the third is the region for which this receiver is intended.

GS B 520, new operator receiver, connectors for external connections.

Now let's look at the connectors. Everything is standard here, stop at each one and write down what this connector is needed for. This one doesn’t make sense for this purpose, the only thing is that you can note an additional connector for connecting an RJ45 or network connector or figure-eight and isernet or ethernet - whichever is more convenient to call it. We'll talk about how it fits into this receiver later, when we disassemble this receiver.

GS B 520, new receiver, new slot.

And what we also wanted to point out as part of this review is the additional slot on the side wall, what it is needed for and what its functional load is, we will also definitely check it, but that will be a little later.

In the meantime, you can watch a video about the receiver.

Enjoy watching!

We watched the video, now we can continue.

GS B 520, receiver, remote control.

As you can see, the remote control in this receiver is new and small.

GS B 520, receiver, information about connectors in the user manual.

Anyone who has forgotten which button means what can remember by looking at the corresponding page. Here's an example:

1. On/Off button — using this button you can switch the operating mode of the receiver from operating mode to standby mode and, accordingly, back.

2. “Big TV” button - using it you can open the “Popular TV Channels” application

4. “Radio” button - switches between watching television and listening to the radio.

6. “OK” button - Confirm selection in modes where necessary. Using it, you can display a list of TV channels on the screen.

9. The “Subtitles” button, it is yellow and using this button you can call up the info banner or use application prompts to access additional functions.

GS B 520, receiver for operator, information on remote control buttons.

11. Stop button - stop playback in various applications.

18. “Menu” button - using it you can display information from the main menu of the receiver on the TV screen

There are two sheets of description here and we won’t describe all the buttons.

GS B 520, receiver, power supply for receiver.

And also look at the external power supply for this receiver, it has also changed a little visually, while the connection connector and input and output characteristics remain the same as on many other receivers from the GS Group manufacturer.

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 recording goes on television channels, 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 your personal account, we 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 for 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 dish capable of catching 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)

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 a Wi-Fi router on the 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 the 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 the 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 quality of the signal and the weather conditions affecting it.

It is necessary to disconnect the receiver from the network and reconnect it to the network.
Turn on information channel “333”.
Confirm the need to update the software.
After the download is complete, return to channel “333” and confirm the download of files for flashing the module.
After the reboot is complete, you should perform basic settings and search for channels.

Via computer

To flash the receiver via a computer:

It must be connected to the PC using a USB cable in a disconnected state.
Install the “GS Burner” program by downloading it from the provider’s website, and also do not forget about the corresponding files with the software. They can be found by model name.
After launching the program, you will need to specify the path to the files by opening the “Open File” tab.
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:

The drive is placed in the appropriate slot for formatting.
After the firmware is copied to the memory card, the flash drive can be removed and the receiver turned off.
Place the drive with the file in the slot and turn on the receiver. The update steps will be displayed on the TV screen.
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.

The GS B520 set-top box was created specifically for exchanging SD receivers for HDTV-enabled devices at a discounted price. When purchasing equipment through a trade-in program, your current subscription to satellite television services is retained. The single-tuner set-top box GS B520 supports viewing broadcasts from a TV screen and “mirror” streaming – duplicating video content on mobile devices to implement the TV to Go concept (“take TV with you”). The service is available from tablets and smartphones based on iOS or Android through the Play.Tricolor application. To stream video content, you need to connect the set-top box to a Wi-Fi router on your home network.

The GS B520 TV set-top box is based on the new MStar K5 central processor and a coprocessor of the GS Group’s own design. The technological solution ensures high data processing speed and content security. GS B520 is equipped with the connectors necessary for comfortable work: RCA-3, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, digital audio output S/PDIF. For ease of connecting external media, the USB interface is located on the front panel of the TV set-top box. It is also possible to connect a remote infrared sensor to control a set-top box hidden from view from the remote control.

GS B520 is based on the interactive software platform Stingray TV and supports content recording (PVR) and delayed viewing (TimeShift). The ability to use smart functions is determined by the copyright holder of the content. Users have access to popular services: Tricolor TV cinemas, teletext, subtitles, electronic program guide (EPG), timers, games.

Technical characteristics of the GS B520 receiver:

E501 - General equipment characteristics:

High speed;
Convenient and user-adaptable graphical interface;
Playing media content from external media;
A set of built-in applications: Cinemas “Tricolor TV”, “TV Guide”, “Reminders”, “Games”, etc.;
Full range of necessary digital TV services (subtitles, teletext, EPG, etc.)
Ability to install additional applications that expand functionality;
Connectors: RCA-3, USB connector, HDMI connector, Ethernet connector;
Reception of radio and TV channels "Tricolor TV" standard (SD) and high definition (HD) in DVB-S:QPSK, DVB-S2:QPSK, 8PSK formats with support for video compression standards MPEG-2, MPEG-4 (H.264 ) and HEVC (H.265);
Broadcast content from the Tricolor TV operator to IP devices, including smartphones and tablets.

GS B520 Receiver User Manual and Other Documents

Firmware and software for the GS B520 receiver

Changes compared to the previous software version:

The Cinema Halls application has been redesigned, including the ability to pay for films from a personal account through the application or using a QR code.
The “Settings Wizard” application has been changed: the “Satellite only” mode has been added.
An indication of the recording mode has been added to the InfoPanel application.
The function of constantly displaying the clock on the screen has been returned.
The B531M/B532M/B533M/B534M strength/quality scales have been calibrated.
Added indication of receiving remote control commands on the front panel of the receiver.
To simplify access to service management, the authorization mechanism in the “Personal Account” has been changed.
The “Best on TV” application now displays the recording date and time.

Attention!
It will be impossible to return the previous version of the software!
Before updating, read the instructions in the archive.

Changing the sequence of software update steps specified in the instructions is prohibited!