Thinking about Vu+ Duo

MartinHull · Apr 7th 2014

I'm looking for a new better STB, currently i own

Eagle STB + 1 Meter Dish and Darkmotor.
Humax + Freview dish

My desired features in order of importance are

Full HD / 1080p
Dual tuners
PVR with large (or easily upgradable) HD
Connects to my surround sound system
Smart TV features, e.g. IPlayer etc.
Easy flash images
Connection to and streaming from my NAS

The box that catches my eye that seems fullfils these at a reasonable cost is the Vu+Duo

Questions
Are there any other features that I should really be thinking about?
I presume that with a dual tuner STB I can connect both dishes, my freeview dish to one and my motorised 1m to the other?
Assuming Vu+Duo2 is the best choice where should I buy in the UK

**mckee25** · Apr 7th 2014

Ok, the duo is quite an old spec now. But it will do all that you require....

With dual tuner you can connect both dishes no probs. Duo2 is a really good choice buddy, but if I were you I would have a look at the solo2. Top spec box and very quick.... and price wise it's in between the duo & duo2. One thing to consider though with the solo2 is that it can only accommodate a 2.5" HDD were as the duo & duo2 can take a 2.5 or 3.5 HDD.

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**lfc2009** · Apr 7th 2014

Vu+ Duo video out is 720p or 1080i not 1080p. Solo 2 is your better option as mckee25 said.

horn · Apr 8th 2014

What is the price if Solo2, please.

MartinHull · Jun 22nd 2014

Ordered and received a Vu+ Duo2 from world of satellites and install a 2TB HD and standard flash image.

**mckee25** · Jun 22nd 2014

Good choice buddy, you have a great piece of kit there, Enjoy!

Now that you have your receiver have a good read through all the various sections for any support questions you may have, and if you get stuck make a post in the relevant section.

I will close this thread now that you have made your purchase.....

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