Analog or Digital, Which is best Signal Finder?

Nowadays in India, millions of people use direct-to-home services including Doordarshan DTH and other private direct-to-home services. So if you using a direct-to-home service then you must buy a digital satellite finder to troubleshoot your current DTH system during the “No Signal” problem at home. It will help you to get TV signals whether you are using the pay-TV system or the FTA TV system. Here we will let you know which satellite finder is good for your DTH or satellite dish system. currently, in the market three types of satellite dB meters are available.

1. Analog Satellite Signal meter
2. Digital Satellite Signal meter
3. Digital S2 Satellite Signal meter

So if you have already bought any one of the above satellite signal finders,  then, don’t worry, all are able to track DTH signals. Here you can get quick information and differences.

1- Analog and Digital satellite signal finders-

Both the finders work the same, there are mainly two differences between analog and digital satellite finders – A) Display A digital satellite meter has a digital reading display, whereas an analog has an analog display. B) Intensity A digital satellite meter has enhanced signal intensity, when you rotate the antenna, it will capture the satellite signal spectrum very fast.

2- Digital S2 Satellite finder –

Digital S2 Satellite finder is mainly used by professional installers, who provide installation services for TATA Sky, Videocon d2H, Dish TV, Airtel Digital TV, Zing Digital, Jio DTH, and Sun Direct DTH. The Digital S2 Satellite dB meter is different from the above satellite finders. Because it has lots of features like –

• Digital Display
• Battery Backup (Optional)
• Add Satellite Function
• Add Transponder function
• BER and MER Reading (Optional)
• Satellite Spectrum Reading (Optional)
• Auto Scan (Optional)

** Optional means some brands provide these features. So let’s decide which one you should buy – For Home users- If you are a home user then we suggest you buy a Digital Satellite dB Meter, it is a low-cost device that will help you every time when you lost you’re satellite TV signals. For Professional users – If you want a hi-tech device then you can buy a “Digital S2 Sat Signal finder” ” but it is a costly device If you have a DTH shop then you should buy it.

Quick Comparison –

Analog Signal Finder –

Pros –

• Analog signal finders are generally cheaper.
• They usually have a straightforward, intuitive interface.

Cons –

• Analog signal finders can be less precise, making it harder to fine-tune your dish.
• They can be more susceptible to signal interference.

Digital Signal Finder

Pros –

• Digital signal finders provide more precise readings, making it easier to optimize your dish’s position.
• They are less prone to signal interference.
• Many digital signal finders come with extra features like signal strength meters, spectrum analyzers, and more.

Cons –

• Digital signal finders are generally pricier than their analog counterparts.
• Some digital signal finders can be more complex to use, especially for those without prior experience.

From where to buy a satellite dB meter?

You can visit the nearest electronics shop to buy a satellite finder, If you are not able to find it in the near market then you can buy from online shopping websites in India like Amazon etc.