[REVIEW] TECHNOMATE NANO
Review: Technomate TM-NANO (The Standard-Setting 1080p MIPS Legend)
When Technomate launched the original TM-NANO, it wasn’t just another receiver. It was the box that defined a new category: affordable, compact, Broadcom-powered Enigma2 machines that didn’t feel cheap or slow. For the veterans on enigma2.net, this box established the standard for what a single-room MIPS powerhouse should be in the HD era.
We are taking an in-depth look at this “NANO” marvel on enigma2.net to see how it established its legacy and how its performance still holds up for dedicated 1080p hobbyists. In a world now flooded with generic streaming sticks, the TM-NANO remains a masterclass in compromise-free compact design.
1. Core Hardware: The Original MIPS speed Champion
The heart of the TM-NANO is its high-performance Broadcom MIPS dual-core chipset. At a time when single-core MIPS or weak ARM clones were common, this box delivered serious processing power.
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Processor (2x 750 DMIPS): The TM-NANO features a blistering Broadcom Dual-Core (MIPS) processor running at 2x 750 DMIPS. This is essential for handling demanding plugins (like heavy IPTV players and Fast Scan) with a level of crispness that must be experienced to be appreciated.
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Performance: In the Enigma2 world, this speed translates to sub-1 second channel zapping (typically under 1 second) and a completely fluid user interface. Even heavy skins with extensive transparent layers operate with zero lag. It operates smoothly without any messy “voodoo” software hacks.
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Resolution: Strictly a 1080p Full HD machine. While it won’t handle 4K UHD content, its high-quality hardware upscaling makes 1080p satellite content look crisp.
| Hardware Feature | Benefit |
| Broadcom Dual-Core (MIPS) | Optimized performance for demanding OE-Alliance images and complex plugins. |
| 512MB DDR3 RAM | Smooth multitasking; near-instant zapping (typically under 1 second). |
| 1080p Full HD | Perfect for the vast majority of current satellite content. |
| Fanless Design | Fanless architecture; ideal for a bedroom environment. |
2. PVR and Connectivity: Hidden Expansion Power
The “NANO” label might suggest limited connectivity, but that’s not the Technomate way. The rear panel is packed with a professional array of PVR options that modern boxes have abandoned.
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Internal 2.5″ SATA Bay (EASY!): The standout feature for a compact box. Despite its tiny footprint (approximately 200mm wide), Technomate integrated an “easy” access SATA drawer on the rear. You can slide in an internal 2.5″ SATA hard drive, turning the NANO into a silent, professional-grade PVR without any messy external cables.
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eSATA PVR & Multiple USB: For further expansion, you have a dedicated high-speed eSATA port and multiple USB 2.0 ports for external PVR and timeshifting.
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Legacy Support: Like its bigger brothers, the TM-NANO retains a built-in Scart output (labeled “Legacy”), making it a lifesaver for people with high-quality older CRT or early flat-screen TVs.
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Networking: A stable 10/100 Ethernet port (LAN) for IPTV plugins, fast file transfers, and accessing your box via OpenWebif.
3. Real-World Performance: The bedroom box perfected
For the enigma2.net hobbyist, the TM-NANO is a perfect playground:
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Plugin Power: Thanks to the Broadcom drivers, specialized plugins like Jedi Maker Xtream (IPTV), Fast Scan (Channel bouquet creation), and heavy skins operate smoothly.
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Silent Operation: Thanks to the fanless architecture, the box operates in complete silence. It is ideal for a bedroom or any noise-sensitive area.
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External Picons & Flash Expansion: The box features an external microSD slot. This is the secret weapon: you can install all your heavy picons and the EPG database directly onto a microSD card, keeping your internal flash lean, fast, and safe.
4. Software and Multiboot Secrets
For the enigma2.net hobbyist, the TM-NANO fully supports the OE-Alliance “Multiboot” concept:
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Multibooting: The large internal flash memory allows you to use a multiboot tool to run multiple Enigma2 images (e.g., OpenATV 7.x on one slot, OpenPLi on another).
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OpenATV Support: As seen in image_110.png, the TM-NANO has excellent, native support from the OE-Alliance, particularly with OpenATV.
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Dual-OS (Dual-Boot): The box fully supports running Enigma2 or switching to a specialized Technomate OS (a legacy OS preferred by some users), allowing you to switch between a pure hobbyist setup and a simple family interface.
Final Verdict: The Stable MIPS Legend
The Technomate TM-NANO is a masterclass in compromise-free design. It isn’t a 4K powerhouse. But for any user on enigma2.net who primarily watches 1080p content and values Broadcom stability, blazing-fast dual-core zapping (2x 750 DMIPS), and, crucially, a silent internal SATA PVR, this is arguably one of the best receivers ever made.
If you are currently suffering through an older, slow, or generic single-tuner box and want a reliable, snappy upgrade for your main room or a high-performance bedroom box, the TM-NANO is, without question, WORTH IT. It’s the definition of stable, reliable performance.
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