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Tablo (4th Generation) Over-the-Air [OTA] DVR

Tablo (4th Generation) Over-the-Air [OTA] DVR

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Watch and record live TV, subscription-free. Just one Tablo delivers antenna TV and free streaming channels to every screen in your home.

The Tablo Total System ("2-Tuner / With Antenna" & "4-Tuner / With Antenna") comes with a TV antenna.

If you already have an antenna that works for you, choose the “2-Tuner / No Antenna” or "4-Tuner / No Antenna" option to save even more.

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  • Whole Home Access

    One Tablo device lets you wirelessly watch TV on compatible smart devices in your home.

  • No Subscriptions

    Buy once & enjoy free TV forever — Tablo has no contracts, subscriptions or monthly fees.

  • Get Endless TV

    Watch ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC & more as well as 70+ free streaming channels with Tablo.

  • Record & Replay

    Watch, pause, record & replay live TV on multiple channels so you never miss a thing.

Tablo comes with everything you need to get started.

  • Tablo (4th gen) with onboard storage
  • Power supply and Ethernet cable
  • 35-mile TV antenna and coaxial cable (Tablo Total System only)
  • Free Tablo app for every smart device
  • Step 1

    Download the Tablo app

  • Step 2

    Position your TV antenna

  • Step 3

    Connect your Tablo

  • Step 4

    Enjoy free TV

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Product Details.

What’s Included:

  • Tablo device
  • Power supply
  • 4′ Ethernet cable
  • Quick start guide
  • Tablo apps for every device
  • Indoor TV antenna & 6′ high performance RG6 coaxial cable (when you choose the Tablo Total System “2-Tuner / With Antenna" & "4-Tuner / With Antenna”)

Ports:

  • Power
  • Ethernet 10/100
  • USB 2.0
  • Coax

Dimensions and Weight:

  • Height – 35 mm (1.37”)
  • Width – 127 mm (5.00”)
  • Depth – 127 mm (5.00”)
  • Weight – 170 g (5.9 oz)​

Audio Format:

Pass-through of 5.1 Surround Sound when available

Concurrent Streams:

  • 2-Tuner / With Antenna: Watch and record up to two live channels simultaneously
  • 4-Tuner / With Antenna: Watch and record up to four live channels simultaneously
  • 2-Tuner / No Antenna: Watch and record up to two live channels simultaneously
  • 4-Tuner / No Antenna: Watch and record up to four live channels simultaneously
  • Watch on up to six devices at once

Processing:

  • 1 GB RAM
  • 128 GB Flash

Built-in Antenna Amplifier:

  • 11dB gain per tuner
  • 75 Ohm impedance (input and output)
  • Can be turned off if using external amplifier

Tablo Total System Included Antenna:

  • Reception range – up to 35 miles
  • Frequency range – 87.5-230MHz, 470-862MHz
  • Receiving range – VHF/UHF
  • Gain – 4-6dB
  • Impedance – 75Ω

Recording Capacity:

  • 50+ hours of onboard HD storage
  • Support for USB hard drives from 1 - 8TB (~1000 hours of HD storage)

Networking:

  • 100 Mbps Ethernet
  • 802.11ac dual band WiFi with MIMO

Video Format:

MPEG2 (recordings saved to onboard storage will be transcoded to MPEG4 to maximize capacity)

Frequently asked questions

Do I need internet to use Tablo?

Yes. You do need internet access to use Tablo. Like many modern gadgets, Tablo is a network-connected device, designed to have consistent high-speed internet access and will not function without it.

What devices can I use to set up my Tablo?

To set up your Tablo you’ll need an iOS or Android smartphone or tablet.

What smart devices are compatible with Tablo for viewing and managing live TV and recordings?

Tablo is compatible with streaming devices (sticks and boxes) and smart TVs from Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV/Google TV, Samsung Tizen and LG webOS as well as smartphones and tablets running iOS and Android.

Does Tablo require a subscription?

No. There are no subscriptions, contracts, or hidden fees with Tablo whatsoever. Programming from your TV antenna as well as the 70+ included internet-based streaming channels are absolutely free and there is no cost to enjoy any Tablo apps, features, or guide data.

What hard drives are compatible with Tablo if I want to increase recording storage capacity?

Tablo devices come with up to 50 hours of onboard HD storage. However, you can choose to connect a portable USB hard drive (USB 2.0 or 3.0) between 1TB and 8TB in size for up to 1000 hours of additional storage capacity. See the Tablo Support Portal for details and recommendations.

Can I watch or record cable/satellite or streaming services with Tablo?

No. Tablo is designed to stream and record broadcast TV from antennas as well as included free TV streaming channels. It does not support viewing or recording from streaming services like Netflix for Sling, or cable or satellite channels like ESPN or HGTV.

Does the 4th generation Tablo support ATSC 3.0 (aka NextGenTV)?

No. The tuners in the 4th generation Tablo support the ATSC 1.0 broadcast standard used by all major commercial broadcasts today and the Tablo device takes full advantage of it like never before. While ATSC 3.0 broadcasts are available in some markets, ATSC 1.0 broadcasts will continue through at least June 2027.

What are Tablo’s shipping and return policies?

Shipping is always free to residents of the United States. And while we hope you love your Tablo, if you’re unhappy for any reason we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. Customers must pay for return shipping. See our store policies page for details.

Customer Reviews

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Nancy H.

Love it!

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KirkS (Savannah, GA)
The Jury Is Still Out

I bought a Gen 4 Tablo and WD Elements 2TB HDD as a spare as my Legacy Tablo and WD Elements 2 TB HDD are both 3 years old.
The Gen 4 seems to work okay except for some audio issues on a couple of Roku sticks which the recommended workarounds didn't help.
I guess I've been spoiled by the zero issues I've had with my Legacy unit, but so far I'm not a fan of the Gen 4 app.
I'll give it some time and update my review later if necessary.

We do have an update on the Roku 14 Tablo compatibility issue: https://community.tablotv.com/t/update-on-4th-generation-tablo-compatibility-with-roku-os-14/38932 . This outlines the cause and how we plan to address it.

Hope this helps.

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Dan H. (Belleville, IL)
Dan's Review

Works great after I got through the setup problems! Make sure you follow the setup procedure exactly!

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jim b. (Mount Juliet, TN)
problem between tablo and roku

There is a compatibility issue between Tablo and Roku update 14. After 6 weeks, the issue has not been solved. Tablo and Roku need to work more efficiently to solve this problem. Local Tablo channels are impossible to view until this issue is resolved.

Sorry you're running into that Jim,

We have an update on the Roku 14 compatibility issue. It outlines the problem, a work around, and what we're doing about it. You can find it here: https://community.tablotv.com/t/update-on-4th-generation-tablo-compatibility-with-roku-os-14/38932 . Hope this helps.

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Stan O. (Oklahoma City, OK)
Needs an app for Windows

Disappointed that the app doesn't work on a Windows PC. Come on. Get with it.