Satfreedom Free-To-Air (FTA) Satellite TV Receivers

Viewsat Ultra Version 2 Standard Definition USB 2.0 FTA SATELLITE Receiver

Design & Features Review

The Viewsat Ultra Version 2 free-to-air satellite receiver is an impressively versatile . Sporting a faster processor Connexant 200 mhz processor and 32 MB SDRAM -- double the memory of the original Viewsat Extreme -- the Viewsat Ultra Version 2 offers smooth operation and efficient loading.

Buy Viewsat Ultra Version 2: $119
WITH FREE 1GB USB FLASH DRIVE!

While this second-generation Viewsat FTA receiver doesn't include the Personal Video Recording (PVR) capability of the Viewsat Pro PVR or the high definition resolution of the Viewsat 9000HD, it's a top performer with plenty of other features to brag about — USB 2.0 capability, for starters. And the Ultra 2's handy front-panel USB 2.0 port lets you download channel lists and Viewsat program updates efficiently. Or plug in a USB multimedia device for MP3 or JPEG playback.

The Ultra 2 is fully MPEG-2 & DVB compliant. Complete with S-video and an impressive suite of component outputs, the Ultra Version 2 offers impressive picture clarity and an optical display for digital audio that enhances your listening enjoyment. The Ultra even comes with its own video games, and supports 15 languages along with VBI and OSD teletext.

The user-friendly Viewsat Ultra 2 offers a true 7-day Electronic Program Guide, and an impressive video zoom. The colorful, well-organized new on-screen menu-driven interface helps you quickly locate favorite programs and channels. And wait 'til you see the handsome, redesigned universal remote that ships with the Viewsat Ultra Version 2.

Other noteworthy features include True Hardware Blind Scan, 4000-channel (TV and radio) memory capacity, and a smooth 100-step volume control.

The Viewsat Ultra 2 is one of the best free-to-air receivers on the market, only second in total sales volume to the Sonicview 4000 USB in the second-generation FTA satellite receivers class.

The Viewsat Ultra Version 2 outperforms the Viewsat Ultra Lite, Viewsat Extreme, Viewsat Platinum and Viewsat Lite.

What's In The Box: The Viewsat Ultra 2 ships with an authentic Viewsat Diseqc 2.0 Switch, a null modem cable, RCA cables, universal remote, (2) AAA batteries, and Viewsat Ultra 2 User Guide.

Buy Viewsat Ultra Version 2: $119
WITH FREE 1GB USB FLASH DRIVE!