Samsung SIR-T165

Rent for $10! If you would like to try HDTV with your new TV, but don't want to invest a lot of money in something that may or may not work for you, here's a painless way to find out. For $10 per day (two day minimum), plus shipping, we'll send you the very latest in over-the-air tuners and a great little indoor antenna that makes experimenting completely painless.

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TechNotes from our users:
Using with a computer monitor

This tuner is for over-the-air digital and analog signals. It is not for satellite dish users.

Includes connections for DVI video output for TVs with DVI input, IEEE 1394 (firewire) output with A/V control to D-VHS recorders. Manual in PDF format (7MB).

* receives and decodes all over-the-air HDTV/SDTV formats
* rear-panel switch for selecting output (1080i/720p/480p/480i)
* optical and coaxial digital outputs for Dolby® Digital audio
* set of A/V outputs (composite, S-video, and component video)
* DVI HDTV output with HDCP copy protection
* IEEE 1394 HDTV output with AV control for D-VHS recorders
* D-Sub 15-pin RGB output
* 2 sets of A/V inputs (composite, S-video)
* 2 RF antenna inputs (one for digital signals, one for analog)
* universal remote for TV/DVD/VCR/cable
* manual
* component video and audio cables
* 14 pounds, 18 pounds with optional antenna. Check shipping costs

On request, we bundle the tuner with a set-top antenna. While you won't get the same results as with a mast-mount, this device makes fast and hassle free setup and rotation for testing in most urban and suburban areas.

How to order:
We'll put a deposit on your credit card for the value of the box and antenna, $600.00.Your credit card will be charged for your rental and shipping at time of shipments or pick up. If you return equipment beyond the rental period charged, you will be responsible for additional rental fees. DC area residents can pick up equipment near Shady Grove metro, and save on shipping. Just email us that you have read the contract and agree to its terms, and authorize charges to your credit card. The agreement allows us to pre-authorize $600.00 on your card, ensuring you have $600.00 credit line available plus daily rental fees. We'll ship the tuner and antenna the same or next day, according to your shipping preferences. You will pay shipping both ways plus the $10 per day for rental, so factor this into your shipping arrangements. If we don't have the unit back within 20 calendar days of shipping, we'll charge your card the $600.00 and you will be the new owner. If you do decide to keep it, please let us know as early as possible, so we can better manage our stock.