How to set DTT channels on THOMSON 32HB5426

How to set digital terrestrial (DTT) channels on THOMSON 32HB5426

When DTT (Digital terrestrial television) updates, as in April 2016 when it launched HD channel access, you need to set up DTT channels on your TV THOMSON 32HB5426.

This setting consists of a channel search on your THOMSON 32HB5426 so that these are received by your TV.

In this article we present how to search for channels in three major cases: automatic search without DTT adapter, automatic search with DTT adapter, and manual search in case of difficulties.

Automatic channel search without DTT adapter on THOMSON 32HB5426

If you do not have a DTT adapter, here’s how to proceed: start by turning on your THOMSON 32HB5426, and press the “Menu” button on your remote control. Select “Setup”, which can also be called “Main Menu”, “System Menu”, “Tool Menu”, “Setup Menu” or “System Setup”.

Then select “Installation”, or “Scan” or “Rescan” depending on the software installed on your THOMSON 32HB5426.

For the next steps, please do not select “update” on your THOMSON 32HB5426!

After going to “Installation”, choose “Reinstall-Find All Channels” or “Automatic Search”. For some models of THOMSON 32HB5426, this may also be called “Erase Channels”, “Reset Channels”, or “Service Setup”.

A password can be requested, enter yours or the one written in the manual of your THOMSON 32HB5426.

It is normal that a message warns you about the erasing of old channels, just accept and press “Start” or “Search”.

At the end of the channel search, select “Finish”, and check the presence of channels with for example BBC One at 1, BBC Two at 2, Channel 4 at 4…

Automatic channel search with DTT adapter via THOMSON 32HB5426

If you have a DTT adapter, here’s how to proceed: start by turning on your THOMSON 32HB5426, and press the “Source” or “Input” or “AV” button once or a few times until you are on the adapter’s screen.

Then press press the “Menu” button on your remote control. Select “Setup”, which can also be called “Main Menu”, “System Menu”, “Tool Menu”, “Setup Menu” or “System Setup”.

Then select “Installation”, or “Scan” or “Rescan” depending on your model.

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During the next steps, please do not select “update” on your THOMSON 32HB5426 as previously stated!

After going to “Installation”, choose “Reinstall-Find All Channels” or “Automatic Search”. For some models, this may also be called “Erase Channels”, “Reset Channels”, or “Service Setup”.

A password can be requested, enter yours or the one written in the manual of your THOMSON 32HB5426.

It is normal that a message warns you about the erasing of old channels, just accept and press “Start” or “Search”.

At the end of the channel search, select “Finish”, and check the presence of channels with for example BBC One at 1, BBC Two at 2, Channel 4 at 4…

Manual channel search on your THOMSON 32HB5426

It may happen that after the automatic search, you no longer have your local channels or a main channel displays a black screen. No panic, manual channel search on THOMSON 32HB5426 is your solution! However, it is a complicated manipulation that takes a little more time.

If you have an adapter, connect to the screen of your adapter as seen above, and then follow the steps below.

If you do not have one, use the remote control of your THOMSON 32HB5426.

Retrieve channel’s canal number

To start the operation, you must have the canal number of the channel you wish to search manually on your THOMSON 32HB5426.

To do this, use the “My DTT coverage” search engine on the Ofcom official website.

Be careful, this is not the number you want to enter on the remote control to watch the channel but a canal number between 21 and 60 which indicates the frequency on which this channel is broadcast in your area.

You may then be able to watch it on your THOMSON 32HB5426.

Start manual channel search on THOMSON 32HB5426

Start by pressing “Menu” and go to “Configuration”.

It can also be called “Main Menu”, “System Menu”, “Tool Menu”, “Setting Menu”, or “System Settings”.

Then, select the “manual search” option and enter the canal number of the desired channel. Select “Ok” or “confirm”, or “exit”.

The hardest is done, you can now go check the presence of the channel on your THOMSON 32HB5426!

To conclude on setting channels on your THOMSON 32HB5426

We’ve just explained how to set DTT or “Digital terrestrial television”, channels on your THOMSON 32HB5426.

However, if you encounter any difficulties, ask a professional who will show you the key steps of this manipulation.

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8 ancillary questions

Why is my TV not finding channels?

First check that your TV is set to the correct Source or Input, try changing the Source or Input to AV, TV, Digital TV or DTV if you haven’t already.

If your “No Signal” message is not due to incorrect Source or Input being selected, then it’s most likely caused by a set up or antenna fault.

How much money do I need to start a TV channel?

Set-up for a satellite TV channel: Again, this depends on your needs and goals, but the average cost is around $50,000.

Equipment: Of course, you’ll also need the equipment to create and edit content for the channel.

You can easily spend tens of thousands of dollars on professional-level equipment.

How can I connect TV to WiFi without remote?

Grab a Keyboard or Mouse That’s why the first thing you can try is to grab a USB keyboard or mouse and plug it directly into one of the USB ports on the back of your TV.

If your TV accepts it, then it should allow you to control the TV, allowing you to navigate to the TV’s settings and connect it to a Wi-Fi network.

Can I mirror my phone to my TV without Wi-Fi?

Yes.

You do not need Wi-Fi or an internet connection to mirror your phone screen to a TV.

Most screen mirroring and casting devices like Miracast, Chromecast, and AirPlay create a direct link that helps mirror your phone to your Smart TV wirelessly.

What is the cheapest way to get TV channels?

The cheapest live TV services for cord-cutting are the free ones: Pluto TV, Xumo, and Local Now.

There are paid ones that cost very little, like Philo, Frndly TV, and Sling (especially the individual Blue or Orange plans).6 days ago

How do I get free cable channels on my smart TV?

All you have to do is connect a suitable TV antenna, and you can receive broadcasts to your screen.

If your TV doesn’t have a digital tuner, you can always buy a digital receiver box to convert the signal into HDMI and use it with any compatible TV.

The antennas aren’t too expensive and represent a once-off cost.

How can I connect my phone to my TV without Wi-Fi and remote?

You can view the screen of your Android device on a TV by mirroring it without Wi-Fi.

You will need to use a DeX cable or a USB-C to HDMI cable for it to work.

To do this, follow the steps below: To connect your phone to the TV, plug one end into the HDMI port and the other end go into your phone or smart device.

How do I get my TV to pick up channels?

If you’ve been wondering how to get local channels on a smart TV, you’ll either need to purchase a high-definition digital TV antenna or download a free app or two from your TV’s app store.

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