---
product_id: 639100381
title: "August DVB502 256GB SSD Freeview HD Set Top Receiver Box - Twin Tuner HDMI 1080p TV Recorder with EPG, Timeshift Pause/Rewind - Not Compatible with Satellite Internet"
brand: "august"
price: "A$243"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "August"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/639100381-august-dvb502-256gb-ssd-freeview-hd-set-top-receiver-box
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
---

# 256GB SSD storage Dual tuner for simultaneous record/watch Timeshift pause & rewind August DVB502 256GB SSD Freeview HD Set Top Receiver Box - Twin Tuner HDMI 1080p TV Recorder with EPG, Timeshift Pause/Rewind - Not Compatible with Satellite Internet

**Brand:** august
**Price:** A$243
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📺 Elevate your TV experience—record, rewind, and relive every moment in stunning HD!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** August DVB502 256GB SSD Freeview HD Set Top Receiver Box - Twin Tuner HDMI 1080p TV Recorder with EPG, Timeshift Pause/Rewind - Not Compatible with Satellite Internet by august
- **How much does it cost?** A$243 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/639100381-august-dvb502-256gb-ssd-freeview-hd-set-top-receiver-box)

## Best For

- august enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted august brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **7-Day EPG Access:** Plan your week effortlessly with a full digital program guide at your fingertips
- • **Dual Tuner Power:** Watch one channel while recording two others simultaneously—never miss overlapping shows
- • **Massive 256GB SSD Storage:** Record 80+ hours of HD TV without missing a moment
- • **Versatile Multimedia Playback:** Stream your photos, videos, and music from USB drives for the ultimate entertainment hub
- • **Seamless Timeshift Functionality:** Pause, rewind, and catch up live TV with intuitive controls

## Overview

The August DVB502 is a sleek Freeview HD set-top box featuring a built-in 256GB SSD for over 80 hours of recording, dual tuners for simultaneous viewing and recording, and a 7-day electronic program guide. It supports timeshift pause and rewind, plus multimedia playback via USB, making it a versatile and user-friendly solution for professional millennials who demand seamless, high-quality TV entertainment.

## Description

Enjoy seamless HD TV recording with this dual-tuner Freeview box featuring a 256GB SSD for up to 80+ hours of storage, plus EPG and timeshift capabilities.

Review: Only Use up to a 32gb in the USB Slot - Initially I tried a much higher sized USB drive and it went crazy, rebooting and rejecting settings. At the 32gb level all those problems vanished. The EPG only shows one channel at a time, but is clear and setting a recording is easy. If you need to expand on the start and end times of a recording press the blue button and easily change the times. Recordings via a USB pen drive can be used on a computer. Unlike some PVRs works well with recording radio files as well. Excellent help available by email and was given very prompt replies. The USB Drive should be formatted NTFS. A neat package and at the price it is very good value for money
Review: Useful - Ordered for my gran. Neat, good picture and sound quality. Slightly more complicated for her than her old one, but I find it reasonably straightforward. Records well.

## Features

- 256GB SSD BUILT-IN FOR TV RECORDING - With 256GB of SSD storage you can record 80+ Hours of TV, with the option to add a USB drive (not included) for even more storage! The super-fast SSD facilitates impressive HD recordings on HD channels
- DUAL TUNER FREEVIEW BOX - If shows overlap you can watch one and record both with the dual-tuner! Access both Freeview and HD channels, recording any two channels at once. EPG Access USB Playback is not available during recording. Try navigate via channel number even during recordings when the EPG is disabled
- 7 DAY DIGITAL TV EPG - Browse a full week of programs via a simple EPG screen. View full channel / program names and running times. Schedule recordings or record live TV with a single press of the remote. It is easy to sit back, relax, and enjoy
- MULTIMEDIA PLAYER - Throwing a party? Get that holiday slideshow on the big screen! When you are not recording, you can use the USB port to play your own video, photos and music from USB storage like thumb drives or portable hard drives and SSDs
- ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES - Enable Subtitles Live, Hard of Hearing Mode and/or Audio Description to ensure everyone can enjoy the best of Freeview. Please note that subtitles may not always be recorded based on how the specific channel broadcasts them

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0D5Y6HWZF |
| Best Sellers Rank | 2,467 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 4 in Set-Top Receiver Boxes |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Item model number | DVB502-EC |
| Manufacturer | August International |
| Product Dimensions | 11 x 16.8 x 3.8 cm; 256 g |

## Product Details

- **Audio output mode:** Stereo or Surround
- **Brand:** August
- **Compatible devices:** Television, Game Console, Personal Computer
- **Connectivity technology:** HDMI
- **Connector type:** HDMI
- **Controller type:** iOS
- **Special feature:** DAB
- **Surround-sound channel configuration:** 5.1
- **Total HDMI ports:** 1
- **Video encoding:** H.264, H.265/HEVC, VP9, AV1, MPEG-4

## Images

![August DVB502 256GB SSD Freeview HD Set Top Receiver Box - Twin Tuner HDMI 1080p TV Recorder with EPG, Timeshift Pause/Rewind - Not Compatible with Satellite Internet - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51bWDCCTe9L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this set-top box compatible with Freesat?**
A: No, This set-top box is designed for DVB-T and DVB-T2 terrestrial signals only. It is not compatible with Freesat or any satellite broadcasting services.. For satellite viewing, a dedicated satellite receiver is required.

**Q: Product does not work with my TV**
A: Ensure the TV has SCART, HDMI, or RCA ports. Follow the instruction manual for proper connection between the TV and the set-top box. Make sure the cables are securely connected. Ensure the TV resolution is set to 720p or 1080p.

**Q: Can I watch one channel while recording another?**
A: Yes! The DVB502 is equipped with a dual tuner, allowing you to record one channel while watching another. If you’re unable to do this, check that the channel search is complete and the signal is stable.

**Q: Why can’t I record encrypted or paid channels?**
A: The DVB502 only supports recording of Freeview free-to-air channels. Encrypted or paid channels cannot be recorded due to broadcast restrictions.

**Q: Why doesn't the connection type match my TV? Does the device support 4K recording?**
A: The DVB502 supports HDMI and AV (RCA) connections. If your TV has a Scart or other port type, use a compatible adapter. And the DVB502 records in HD quality (up to 1080p). It does not support 4K resolution for recording.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Only Use up to a 32gb in the USB Slot
*by B***R on 25 July 2024*

Initially I tried a much higher sized USB drive and it went crazy, rebooting and rejecting settings. At the 32gb level all those problems vanished. The EPG only shows one channel at a time, but is clear and setting a recording is easy. If you need to expand on the start and end times of a recording press the blue button and easily change the times. Recordings via a USB pen drive can be used on a computer. Unlike some PVRs works well with recording radio files as well. Excellent help available by email and was given very prompt replies. The USB Drive should be formatted NTFS. A neat package and at the price it is very good value for money

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Useful
*by J***T on 6 February 2026*

Ordered for my gran. Neat, good picture and sound quality. Slightly more complicated for her than her old one, but I find it reasonably straightforward. Records well.

### ⭐ Didn't work with Scart Lead
*by G***M on 2 January 2025*

This is my personal experience of the August DVB502. It may be unique or could be something that other potential purchasers should be aware of. I purchased the August DVB502 Freeview HD Set Top Receiver Box as a replacement/enhancement to an IRiver Set Top Box that was working correctly. The IRiver product had a limited recording facility, whilst the DVB502 has an enhanced recording facility. I have an older Panasonic television with a SCART connection but no HDMI . When I connected up the DVB502 Set Top Box via my existing SCART lead, the picture was black and white. It had been colour with the IRiver product. When I disconnected the DVB502 and reconnected the IRiver set top box, the picture reverted to colour. I contacted the August support service and was advised that the support service believed the problem was likely to have been with a faulty SCART lead. I purchased a new SCART lead from Amazon and repeated the set-up. Again the picture from the DVB502 was in black and white whilst the picture from my original IRiver set top box was in colour. I went back to the August support service and received the following: "I can not provide further suggestions for alterations to the current set top box in order to allow for the colour otherwise. I can therefore only suggest that the product is returned at this time following the Amazon return procedure." I returned the August DVB502 Freeview HD Set Top Receiver Box the following day.

## Frequently Bought Together

- 256GB SSD Freeview HD Set Top Receiver Box - August DVB502 - Twin Tuner Freeview HD TV Recorder with 7 Day EPG, HDMI Full HD 1080p, Timeshift Pause and Rewind - Subtitles and Audio Description Service
- High Gain Freeview TV Aerial -August DTA240 - HD Portable Indoor/Outdoor Digital HD Antenna for USB TV Tuner / DVB-T Television / DAB Radio / SD / 4K - With Magnetic Base [Black]

---

## Why Shop on Desertcart?

- 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016
- 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories
- 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price
- 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members)
- 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection
- ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews

**Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/639100381-august-dvb502-256gb-ssd-freeview-hd-set-top-receiver-box](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/639100381-august-dvb502-256gb-ssd-freeview-hd-set-top-receiver-box)

---

*Product available on Desertcart Australia*
*Store origin: AU*
*Last updated: 2026-03-08*