GMA Affordabox

**GMA Affordabox** is an innovative digital TV receiver designed to revolutionize your television viewing experience. It provides users with access to exclusive GMA channels and blockbuster movies, ensuring a profound and cost-effective viewing experience.

# History

In June 2010, the National Telecommunications Commission declared its formal adoption of the Japanese ISDB-T standard for digital broadcasting. A directive was issued for all Philippine television networks to cease analog services by December 31, 2015, at 11:59 p.m. PST (UTC+8). However, due to delays in implementing digital television broadcast rules and regulations, the deadline shifted to 2023.

By February 2013, GMA Network had conducted field tests of the Japanese ISDB-T standard for digital TV on UHF Channel 27 (551.143 MHz), even though they still believed the European DVB-T2 standard was superior. However, in October 2013, the NTC published a draft memorandum circular endorsing the Japanese standard as the exclusive option for delivering digital terrestrial television (DTT) services in the Philippines.

On May 15, 2019, GMA's digital broadcast shifted to its permanent frequency on Channel 15. The change occurred because Channel 27 was going to be used by GMA News TV starting on June 4 due to the termination of a block time agreement between GMA and ZOE; as a result, Channel 11 went silent the following day.

In June 2020, images of GMA's proprietary DTV set-top box circulated online with a teaser revealed on June 17. GMA Network officially launched GMA Affordabox on June 26, 2020.

# Channel Lineup

 7.02
 7.03
 7.04
 7.31

For Mega Manila only, channel and frequency varies on regional stations.

# Features

1. Digital TV Access: The GMA Affordabox offers crisp and clear digital TV signals, enhancing your standard or high-definition television with superior image quality.
2. Exclusive Channels: Gain access to exclusive GMA channels including Heart of Asia, a channel dedicated to popular Asian dramas; I Heart Movies, featuring a selection of blockbuster films from Hollywood and other countries; and DepEd TV for educational content.
3. Multimedia Functionality: Play videos, music files, and view photos directly from your USB device.
4. Personal Video Recorder (PVR): Record your favorite television shows on-the-go with the Personal Video Recorder (PVR) feature available on select models.
5. Auto-On Alert: Stay updated on the latest news with emergency alerts powered by DOST-Project NOAH.

# Setting Up the GMA Affordabox

1. Unplug your TV from its power source before connecting the GMA Affordabox.
2. Attach an antenna to the antenna input located at the back of the Affordabox using a coaxial cable.
3. Connect the Affordabox's AV out or HDMI port to your television's AV input or HDMI port with appropriate cables.
4. Plug in the power adapter to the device and connect it to your power outlet.
5. Turn on both your TV and the GMA Affordabox.
6. Access your TV's menu settings and set it to either AV or HDMI (depending on how you have connected) as its video source/format.
7. Perform a channel scan on the Affordabox to find available digital channels in your area.
8. Enjoy your favorite channels and shows with better picture quality!