Many subscribers who already use an IPTV set-top box, as well as those who are just planning to connect to the network, want to know how to connect Rostelecom TV interactive television to two TVs.
Rostelecom offers its subscribers equipment, that is, a mini-computer (receiver), which repeatedly amplifies the signal transmitted from the Internet. System Settings Such a tuner makes it possible to configure a high-quality image (up to Full HD), but it is intended only for one TV.
For all subscribers who connect for the first time, they need a router, as well as IPTV set-top box. Rostelecom TV offers its users a choice of: “Standard” or “Premium”. Both receivers support HD and 3D resolutions. The main functions are:
- support for interactive functions;
- support digital formats SD and HD;
- the ability to independently use pause, record, rewind, archives.
At the same time, the “Standard” prefix uses the resources available in the Rostelecom network. And the Premium set-top box uses a built-in hard drive, this gives her many useful functions. Therefore it costs much more. After connecting such devices, subscribers can watch a large number of high-definition HD channels.
There are several options to use:
- internet cable;
- Wi-Fi;
- PLC adapters.
The cheapest way is to use an Internet cable.
- Without plugging it into the outlet, the cord from the power supply is inserted into the tuner socket.
- Through the router settings, go to the IGMP Proxy section, select “Bridge” and define the LAN port. Click “OK”, save it, and then reboot the router.
- The router is connected to the receiver with an Internet cable, inserting one end into the LAN port.
- The tuner is connected to the TV using hdmi cable or "tulip".
If, when purchasing a set-top box, an HDMI cable was not included in its package, it is advisable to purchase one, otherwise plasma and LCD will not provide the expected image clarity.
Setting up the set-top box
Plug the power supply into the outlet, that is, connect the receiver to the mains. Now it's time to make the settings using the remote control remote control(remote control) switches the TV to video mode. The windows that appear will ask you to enter your login and password to boot a new device. We take this data from the registration sheet and enter it into the request windows from the remote control. After this, you must confirm the entered data with the “OK” button.
You don't have to bother with setting up channels. This is done automatically, without subscriber intervention. Therefore, a window for selecting channels will immediately appear on the screen.
Sometimes the device may require you to enter a PIN code. Usually for new receivers this is a set of the following numbers: 0000 or 1111. They try to enter them one by one. If there is no result, call 8 800 100 08 00 - this is. They will help you unlock your device.
How to connect a second TV to one set-top box
To connect a second TV to an existing set-top box, you need to carefully inspect it. You will see that the HDMI port is busy, the first TV is already connected to it. There is another one nearby, which is designed for connecting an RCA cable. We will use this port.
If the second TV is installed in the kitchen, then you need to purchase an RCA cord of the required length and connect the TV to the receiver with this cable. Now watch interactive Rostelecom TV is possible on 2 TVs from one tuner.
But it is important to consider that using this connection method, the same channels will be displayed on two TVs. If you need to watch different ones on each TV, then you will have to buy another receiver.
How to connect two TVs
To connect two TVs so that they show different channels, you need to purchase two set-top boxes. If one of the TVs is already connected to such a receiver, then you need to purchase it for the second TV. And also draw up an agreement with the provider Rostelecom to connect an additional TV to the network. There is no need to buy another router, the main thing is that the one you have has an additional LAN input.
Now you need to prepare an HDMI or “tulip” cable that connects the receiver to the TV. Measure the exact distance from the router to the second tuner. Buy an internet cord of the required length. This cable connects the set-top box to the router. Connecting and setting up both receivers is done in the same way, as indicated above.
We must remember that now each TV has its own set-top box, which is configured only for this TV. Therefore, during repairs and moving, try not to confuse them.
Today, Rostelecom is one of the largest providers of telecommunications services, offering the widest selection of favorable tariffs, which determine the number of channels offered to subscribers. The higher the payment cost, the wider the list will be. But not everyone knows how to connect television from Rostelecom using special equipment.
How to connect TV from Rostelecom
Concluding an agreement with a company, paying the desired tariff and obtaining the necessary equipment from the provider is not enough to ensure access to viewing. The first step is to correctly connect and configure the existing devices accordingly.
Equipment
A subscriber who wants to connect to interactive television receives a set of appropriate equipment consisting of the following elements:
- set-top box – the main device that provides access to UltraHD, as well as HD TV;
- control panel – provides control of the set-top box;
- power supply – helps turn on the set-top box, as well as its uninterrupted operation;
- cable – provides connection between the router and the set-top box.
For users with more modern TV equipment, an HDMI cable is perfect; owners of older TVs will need to get an RSA cable.
Connecting the set-top box
Proper connection of the equipment will be the initial step in setting up the TV. Therefore, let’s clarify how Rostelecom television is connected, providing high-quality viewing of channels. Using the included power supply, the device is connected to the mains. After this, he is provided with access to the Internet, which can be done in different ways:
- wireless networks using wifi adapter, which will have to be purchased additionally;
- using direct connection network cable, which is the most reliable.
Such a cable should be included in the package.
How to connect television from Rostelecom - setting up television
After successfully connecting the set-top box, the television is set up, which even subscribers who are ignorant of this can easily cope with. To do this, the TV connected to the network is set to AV mode or, in the case when the connection was made with an HDMI cable, the appropriate mode is set. This should cause the set-top box menu to appear on the screen, which is controlled by the remote control included in the kit.
First of all, in order to log into the set-top box, you will need to register a login and the corresponding password, which are in the agreement concluded with the provider. After the correct data has been entered, a menu of suggested channels pops up on the television screen.
How to do without a console
If you have no idea how to properly connect Rostelecom television without using a set-top box, then the following information will be useful to you. Rostelecom has an online service that allows you to watch movies and TV shows in excellent resolution quality. The interesting thing is that it can work from any browser installed on your computer. This service is paid, like Rostelecom television itself.
However, this option is the most optimal if your home is not maintained by a provider. This connection allows you to watch television from any PC in the house, as well as connect it to the TV using an HDMI cable, which significantly expands the possibilities. The monthly payment for access to watching TV channels will depend on their direct quantity.
The generation of modern TVs with a lot of additional options allows you to watch movies and programs in maximum quality. The RTK provider offers its clients Interactive TV - television via the Internet. At the company's office you can purchase a compact device to access the service with included channel packages. In this article we will look in detail at how to connect a Rostelecom TV set-top box to a TV. If you have 2 TVs that need to be connected to the TV, then in this article you will find answers to questions about connecting a second Rostelecom set-top box.
TV set-top box Rostelecom - connection
Important: everything necessary for the operation of the device is included in the kit. Therefore, when purchasing a device, check that all cables are in place. You can read about the configuration in the user manual located inside the box with the receiver.
Connection diagram for Rostelecom set-top box
Connect the TV receiver to your TV using an HDMI cable. The Internet router is connected with an Ethernet cable to the LAN connector. Connect the power adapter included in the delivery set to the device and plug it into a power outlet.
If your TV does not have an HDMI connector, connect it to the TV receiver using an AV adapter. If there is only a SCART connector, then the necessary adapter is also included in the kit.
How to turn on the Rostelecom TV set-top box
If the service is activated by the provider, then turn on the TV using the “native” one, and the device using universal remote control(included). If the Rostelecom set-top box was connected to the TV correctly, a splash screen will appear on the screen and the download will begin latest version software, after which you will be able to read the terms of the Offer - you must accept them. Next, the start menu will appear on the TV screen - the device is ready for use. In the program menu you will find all available functions. Read more about each of them, opportunities and advantages on the RTK web page.
When you turn it on, you need to select the connection type on the TV that corresponds to the connector into which you connected the TV receiver (HDMI, AV or SCART).
Additional information
If you need to know how to connect the Rostelecom set-top box to two TVs, then it’s quite easy to do. Connect an HDMI cable to the first TV, and an AV cable to the second. Insert each wire into the corresponding connector. If the length of one of the wires supplied in the kit is not enough, you can purchase it in the required quantity at any electronics store.
Important: this connection option involves broadcasting one channel on both TVs. If you want to watch on every screen different programs, then you need to purchase a second set of equipment.
How and where to install the Rostelecom set-top box, and what operating conditions to observe are written in the user manual. In order for the device to serve for a long time and not cause connection problems, as well as to avoid repair costs, you must carefully read the instructions before installation.
If you are interested in the question of how to connect the Rostelecom set-top box to a computer, then this is not possible using cables and a standard connection. If you are a user of the company's services and are connected to Interactive TV, you can download the IPTV program for your computer and enter user data in the registration fields. You will have access to almost all channels broadcast on your TV.
There is another convenient service - the Zabava application. It is available for downloading on any device - smartphone, tablet, PC. Register your user details and enjoy TV anywhere. You don’t have to download the application - just go to the Zabava.ru web page in your browser and log in as a client of the RTK company. Here you can watch TV online and buy your favorite movies. High video quality is guaranteed.
Connecting a second Rostelecom set-top box
If there are 2 TVs in your house, and you want them to broadcast channels independently of each other, then the only option is to connect two set-top boxes from the Rostelecom provider, as is the case with any other provider providing similar services.
The Internet router has 4 LAN outputs. Accordingly, you can connect a second Rostelecom set-top box to it just like the first. For example, connect the first TV to the corresponding receiver, it to the router via LAN1 (according to the scheme described above), the second to LAN2. Here you will most likely need an Ethernet cable longer than the one supplied, so purchase the required length in advance.
Attention: make sure you have a sufficient Internet connection, since the traffic used with two set-top boxes working increases significantly, interference in the broadcast may be created, as well as some disruption to the Internet.
If you have any difficulties, you can call the service technical support service provider at 8 800 300 18 00. The operator will tell you how to properly connect 2 Rostelecom set-top boxes, and if something goes wrong, he will help you figure out the problem. Experts advise not to perform any actions on your own if the device suddenly begins to work incorrectly or stops functioning altogether. Describe the problem to the technician over the phone, and he will decide to fix the problem. It is possible that with its help you can solve the problem yourself.
Digital television, having high broadcast quality, is quickly gaining popularity among the population of the Russian Federation. In addition to high-quality images, users who connect to APTV (IP television) also receive a significant number of TV channels of an entertainment and informational nature.
Popularly, “APTV” is also called “Interactive TV,” which is accessed through special equipment (set-top boxes) provided by the provider. These devices are also used by RTK (Rostelecom) subscribers.
Among specialists they are called receivers or tuners. Typically, in accordance with the concluded contract, RTK provides the client with only one set-top box connected to the TV.
However, some wealthy citizens of the Russian Federation have two TV sets in their homes. What should you do in this case if you want to watch APTV on both TVs? Below is a guide on how to connect 2 TV sets to 1 receiver at the same time.
Minimum requirements for successful implementation of the plan
It is required to have sufficient Internet speed for the normal functioning of APTV, since the channels are broadcast in high definition. The minimum speed recommended by RTK engineers is 15 Mbps, and if you want to connect digital television for two TVs at once, this figure should be even higher.
The second equally important requirement is the presence of a receiver, which you can connect yourself or use the services of an RTK specialist. 
Briefly about the console
This small dark box in a plastic case is nothing more than a micro-PC. It has the Linux operating system installed. Control is carried out using the “Remote Control” (Remote Control).
The video stream enters the device through a wired connection (the device is equipped with a LAN port) with the router. Then it is sent to TV via one of the video standards.
If the Internet speed is less than 15 Mbps, then interruptions in the broadcast image on the TV screen may occur.
The following items should be included with the tuner:
- The receiver itself;
- Power supply unit;
- Ethernet cable;
- HDMI cable;
- batteries for remote control;
- AV wire (colloquially “tulip”).
Note: Sometimes RTK does not include an HDMI cable in the kit. In this case, the subscriber will need to purchase this cable from the store independently.
RTK provides its customers with two types of set-top boxes:
- Standard;
- Premium
Both tuners have built-in software for watching video content and movies, as well as saving video files, etc. However, users are surprised by the significant difference in price of the 2 devices.
The fact is that the first device (Standard) is not equipped with a hard drive, and the second tuner has a hard drive (512 Gb). Users who need to watch movies and programs offline, that is, recorded, are recommended to purchase a Premium TV set-top box.
Having become the owner of a tuner, you will need to connect it correctly. Next, we will consider in detail the procedure for connecting two TVs to one receiver.
The procedure for connecting the receiver to the first TV
A person who wants to use the APTV service needs to purchase a “Standard” or “Premium” type tuner from RTK. Next, pay a monthly fee and connect the purchased device.
The answer to the question of how to connect two TVs to one set-top box from Rostelecom is obvious; first, connect the first TV to the tuner, and then the second. But in practice, the task at hand is a little more complicated to implement.
It is not enough to connect the tuner to the TV, but you should also connect it to the Internet via the RJ-45 interface. To do this, your home router must have a free LAN connector.
There are two methods for connecting the tuner to the TV:
- Via HDMI connector;
- Tulip cable.
The first method provides higher broadcast quality. To use it you need to do the following:
Settings
The following steps must be followed:
Note: It happens that the tuner asks for a PIN. By default, RTK receivers use the following four-digit codes:
- 0000;
- 1111.
If they do not work, then you need to call 8-800-100-08-00. An RTK employee will advise you over the phone and give precise recommendations on how to fix the problem.
Now one TV has been connected to the tuner and all that remains is to connect the second TV receiver to it. 
Connecting a second TV to the set-top box
Since the HDMI jack on the receiver is already occupied, you will need to connect the 2nd TV to the device using an RCA cord.
If the 2nd TV is located in another room, and it is located at a considerable distance from the set-top box, the length of the included cable may not be enough. Users often intend to connect one tuner to the TV in the living room of the apartment and to the TV in the kitchen.
In such cases, you will need to buy a long RCA cord from the store, the length of which will be sufficient. Then connect the tuner to the TV with this wire as shown in schematic diagram below.
Install one end of the cord into the AV connector of the set-top box, and connect the “tulip” to the TV. In general, the connection and setup procedure is identical to the first TV, with the exception of the connectors used.
Ready. Now 2 TVs are connected to the 1st receiver and you can enjoy high-quality APTV broadcasts. The disadvantage of this method is the synchronous operation of both TVs, that is, the TVs simultaneously show the same thing.
If, for example, the household in the kitchen wanted to watch a different channel than the one they watch in the hall, then they will have to purchase another receiver from RTK.
Only when each individual TV is connected to an individual set-top box, as shown in the diagram above, does it become possible to view different channels on television receivers.
One of the disadvantages of this connection scheme is the increased load on the network. This occurs due to increased traffic through the router. The image may appear jittery and interrupted.
