
HDHomeRun normally receives an IP address via DHCP but will also work via an auto IP address if no DHCP server is available. All models are designed to receive unencrypted digital broadcast or cable television and stream it over a network for use by any PC on the network. There are currently a number of HDHomeRun models on the market: a single-tuner ATSC/ clear QAM model, a dual-tuner ATSC/clear QAM model, a dual-tuner commercial (TECH) ATSC/clear QAM model, a dual-tuner DVB-T/unencrypted DVB-C model, and a three tuner CableCard/clear QAM model. This allows it to stream content to multiple viewing locations. Instead it receives a live TV signal and then streams the decoded video over a local area network to an existing smart phone, tablet computer, smart tv, computer, or game console. Unlike standard set-top box (or set-top unit) appliances, HDHomeRun does not have a video output that connects directly to the user's television. HDHomeRun is a network-attached digital television tuner box, produced by the company SiliconDust USA, Inc.
