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General

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Series

Z124Press releaseformuler.tv/single-post/introducing-the-new-formuler-z12-ultra-se-z12-proRead 15 October 2026Maker news post says the Formuler Z12 family is expanding with the Z12 Ultra SE and the Z12 Pro.

SHIELD TV1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026The page and the press release name the line SHIELD TV, next to SHIELD TV Pro.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

K4R1N46Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Compliance page lists FCC ID 2AV9UK4R1N4, IC 29328-K4R1N4, Model number K4R1N4, Product name Formuler Z12 Ultra. K4R1N4 is the regulatory model number.

P34304Regulatory filingnvidia.com/content/dam/en-zz/Solutions/SHIELD/support/shield-tv/shield-tv-p3430-ce-doc.pdfRead 10 October 2026EU declaration of conformity names product type SHIELD Android TV Game Console, model P3430, with accessories Shield Remote and Power cord. The support guide links the same model to FCC ID VOB-P3430.

GTIN / EAN

880960457087014Retailer pageautogarsas.lt/en/products/formuler-z12-ultra-4k-bt-android-tv-priedelisRead 15 October 2026Retailer barcode 8809604570870. Satking (RECFOR032) and Swiss Post (article 848338) list the same EAN for the Z12 Ultra with the GTV-BT3 remote.15Retailer pageshop.post.ch/en/electronics/tv/streaming-boxes/formuler-media-player-z-12-ultra/p/848338Read 15 October 2026EAN/GTIN 8809604570870, article 848338.16Retailer pagesatking.de/en/formuler-z12-ultra-bt3-edition-4k-uhd-android-12-ip-receiverRead 15 October 2026EAN 8809604570870, product number RECFOR032.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

31 August 20253Press releaseformuler.tv/single-post/2025-formuler-z12-ultra-releaseRead 15 October 2026Maker news post dated Aug 31, 2025 titled 2025 Formuler Z12 Ultra Release. It gives no price or release date.

28 October 20193Press releasenvidianews.nvidia.com/news/future-of-streaming-entertainment-starts-today-with-launch-of-nvidia-shield-tv-starting-at-149Read 10 October 2026Press release dated October 28, 2019 unveils the new SHIELD TV and SHIELD TV Pro.

Status

Available3Press releaseformuler.tv/single-post/2025-formuler-z12-ultra-releaseRead 15 October 2026The maker's regulatory page and the maker's news list still show the Z12 Ultra as a current Android OTT model, and the Z12 Ultra SE and Z12 Pro were added beside it in 2026.5Maker product pageformuler.tv/regulatoryRead 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra is still listed with its Declaration of Conformity beside the 2026 Z12 models.13Reviewtroypoint.com/formuler-z12-ultraRead 15 October 2026Review of 31 Oct 2025 by a buyer who bought the unit on Amazon. It gives a US price of 229.99 USD, which is a selling price and is not stored as launch MSRP.

Discontinued11Press articletechradar.com/televisions/streaming-devices/the-nvidia-shield-has-been-discontinued-at-last-but-the-shield-pro-lives-on-only-with-a-50-percent-price-hike-due-to-the-memory-crisisRead 10 October 2026Article of October 2, 2026 says the standard Nvidia Shield TV has been officially discontinued and only the Pro remains on sale.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$1493Press releasenvidianews.nvidia.com/news/future-of-streaming-entertainment-starts-today-with-launch-of-nvidia-shield-tv-starting-at-149Read 10 October 2026Pricing and Availability: SHIELD TV starts at $149 with remote. US price before tax. Later price changes are not used.8Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/nvidia-shield-tv-2019-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says the SHIELD TV is $149 and came out on October 28, 2019.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

EU, GB, US, CA, AU6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026The guide is the EU and UK edition and carries a FCC and ISED statement for the US and Canada.8Maker spec sheet (PDF)dropbox.com/scl/fi/1g4ie5cvhm928ohcogoq7/Z12-Ultra_CE-RED.pdfRead 15 October 2026EU Radio Equipment Directive declaration. A separate ACMA declaration covers Australia.

US, CA, EU3Press releasenvidianews.nvidia.com/news/future-of-streaming-entertainment-starts-today-with-launch-of-nvidia-shield-tv-starting-at-149Read 10 October 2026Pricing and Availability: ships in the US, Canada and select European countries. The EU entry does not claim every member state.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black / Rose gold1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Color: Black / Rose gold.

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Form factoriA stick plugs straight into the HDMI port. A dongle hangs from its own short fixed HDMI lead. A box stands on its own and connects by a separate cable.

Box1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026A separate box that connects by its own HDMI cable and a 12 V adapter.

Box1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Weight & Size: a 4 cm by 16.5 cm tube that connects to the TV with a cable. Tom's Guide calls it a cylinder rather than a box or dongle. Box is the nearest option because it does not plug into the HDMI port. The schema has no tube option.

Video output

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Max output resolutioniHighest published video output resolution. Decoder capability and app streaming quality do not establish the output resolution.

3840 × 2160px1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Output Resolution: 4K (3840 x 2160).

3840 × 2160px2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 12: 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160p) content with HDR10 or Dolby Vision. Needs a 4K display with HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2.

Max output refresh rateiHighest published output refresh rate. Resolution, HDR and connection conditions belong in the source note. This is not a television panel refresh rate.

60Hz11Press articlecnx-software.comRead 15 October 2026Article of 8 Sep 2025 lists Video Output HDMI 2.0 up to 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 60 Hz with Dolby Vision support. The maker publishes no output refresh rate in text, only 4K 60fps tiles. The article's HDMI 2.0 is not stored, because AndroidTVBox.eu lists HDMI 2.1 for the same port.

60Hz2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 13: Dolby Vision at 4K resolution with a 60 Hz refresh rate. This is the highest rate published in the exact-device documents. Lower rates exist for other display modes.

Video output modesiPublished video output combinations. A row records support, not a proved maximum at every lower resolution. Keep HDR, chroma and bit depth conditions in source notes.

AFormuler Z12 Ultra

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	60

Source11Press articlecnx-software.comRead 15 October 2026One 4K 60 Hz row from the article. Bit depth, chroma and HDR pairing are not published.

BNVIDIA SHIELD TV (2019)

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)	HDR format
3840	2160	60	Dolby Vision

Source2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 13 names 4K Dolby Vision output at 60 Hz. Bit depth and chroma are not stated. It is a published combination, not a lower-resolution maximum table.

HDR formats

HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page names Dolby Vision and HDR10+ and says 4K HDR across all HDR formats. The maker's specs table adds HLG. HDR10 is covered by the all-formats statement and the Troypoint review.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision.12Press articleandroidtvbox.eu/formuler-z12-ultra-is-a-new-stylish-4k-rtd1319c-streamer-with-128gb-emmc-and-dolby-vision-atmosRead 15 October 2026Article lists Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, HLG and HDR10+.13Reviewtroypoint.com/formuler-z12-ultraRead 15 October 2026Review highlights list Supports Dolby Vision-Atmos, DTS, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, repeated from the maker's page. No playback test is given.

HDR10, Dolby Vision1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Video Features row: Dolby Vision HDR and HDR10. HDR10+ and HLG are not listed.

Dolby Vision profilesiPublished supported Dolby Vision profiles and levels. Streaming support does not prove local-file support.

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HDMI versioniPublished HDMI output revision. A revision does not establish every optional HDMI feature.

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2.0b1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Interfaces row: HDMI 2.0b with HDCP 2.2 and CEC support.

HDCP version

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2.21Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Interfaces row: HDCP 2.2.

HDMI-CEC

Yes9Maker product pagesupport.formuler.tv/kb/article/166-how-to-use-hdmi-cec-on-your-formuler-deviceRead 15 October 2026Helpdesk article lists applicable models as All and the options Enable CEC, Turn off with TV, Turn on with TV and Use TV remote controller. The page said it was in preview mode when read. Forum users report CEC power control on the Z12 Ultra.

Yes1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Interfaces row: CEC support.

Automatic frame rate matchingiCan switch the video output rate to match content. App, operating system and playback restrictions belong in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page describes Quick Media Switching, which avoids blackout periods when switching between frame rates. A QMS-enabled TV is required for that blackout-free switching. The maker states no separate frame rate matching setting on this page.

Yes2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 22: PLEX and KODI support automatic refresh rate matching. The system Match frame rate (beta) switch has to be started for each video and is not universal.

Dynamic range matchingiCan switch the output dynamic range to match SDR or HDR content. App and firmware restrictions belong in the source note.

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UpscalingiNamed video upscaling modes. Record source resolution and output restrictions in source notes.

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Basic, Enhanced, AI-Enhanced1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Video Features row: AI-enhanced upscaling for up to 4K 30 FPS. The Pro row says 60 FPS, so that limit is not used here. The mode names come from the user guide.2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 7 names Basic, Enhanced and AI-Enhanced upscaling. AI upscaling is not used for content below 480p, above 30 Hz or in RGB.

Video decoding

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Video codecsiExplicitly supported video decoding formats. Use names such as H.264, HEVC, AV1 and VP9. Chip capabilities alone do not prove device playback support.

AV1, HEVC, H.264, MVC, AVS, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, VC-1, Real1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs Video Decoder row: Dolby Vision, 4K@60fps, AV1, H.265 (HEVC), AVS, H.264 (AVC, MVC), Real, MPEG-1/2/4, VC-1. No VP9 is listed, so VP9 is not stored.

HEVC, VP8, VP9, H.264, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, H.263, MJPEG, MPEG-4, WMV9, VC-1, Xvid, DivX1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Video Features rows list H.265/HEVC, VP8, VP9, H.264, MPEG1/2, H.263, MJPEG, MPEG4 and WMV9/VC1, and the Format/Container line names Xvid and DivX. Chip capability alone is not claimed.

Video decode limitsiPublished supported decoding limits. Profiles, levels and playback route matter. Output resolution and service support are separate.

AFormuler Z12 Ultra

Codec	Width (px)	Height (px)	Max frame rate (fps)	Bit depth (bits)
AV1	3840	2160	60	10
HEVC	3840	2160	60	10

Source2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: A/V Decoding 4K@60fps 10-bit, AV1 & HEVC. No profile or level is published for the Z12 Ultra. The Main 10 level 5.1 wording belongs to the Z11 models and is not used.

BNVIDIA SHIELD TV (2019)

Codec	Width (px)	Height (px)	Max frame rate (fps)
HEVC	3840	2160	60
VP8	3840	2160	60
VP9	3840	2160	60
H.264	3840	2160	60
MPEG-1	3840	2160	60
MPEG-2	3840	2160	60
H.263	1920	1080	60
MJPEG	1920	1080	60
MPEG-4	1920	1080	60
WMV9	1920	1080	60
VC-1	1920	1080	60

Source1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Video Features rows: up to 4K HDR playback at 60 FPS for H.265/HEVC. Up to 4K at 60 FPS for VP8, VP9, H.264 and MPEG1/2. Up to 1080p at 60 FPS for H.263, MJPEG, MPEG4 and WMV9/VC1. Profile, level and bit depth are not published.

Video containersiExplicitly supported local playback containers. App requirements belong in the source note.

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ASF, AVI, MKV, MOV, M2TS, MPEG-TS, MP4, WebM1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Video Features Format/Container line: ASF, AVI, MKV, MOV, M2TS, MPEG-TS, MP4 and WebM. Xvid and DivX are listed as codecs, not containers. Application and codec limits still apply.

DRM systemsiNamed supported DRM systems and security levels. DRM certification does not prove a particular service streams at 4K.

Widevine L1, Widevine L31Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs DRM row: Widevine L1, L3.

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Audio

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Audio formatsiPublished supported audio formats. Decoder, output and passthrough roles are qualified in source notes.

Dolby Atmos, MPEG-1 Layer 1/2/3 (2-CH), MPEG-2 Layer 1/2, HE-AAC v1/v21Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs Audio Decoder row: Dolby Atmos, MPEG-1 Layer 1/2/3 (2-CH), MPEG-2 Layer 1/2, HE-AAC v1/v2. Decoder, output and passthrough roles are not separated by the maker. DTS is named only by the Troypoint review and is not stored.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Dolby Atmos.

Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3, WAVE, AMR, OGG Vorbis, FLAC, PCM, WMA, WMA-Pro, WMA-Lossless, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Audio support row lists AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3, WAVE, AMR, OGG Vorbis, FLAC, PCM, WMA, WMA-Pro, WMA-Lossless, Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-X and DTS-HD. The row writes Digital Plus without Dolby, so it is stored as Dolby Digital Plus. Dolby Digital comes from the Dolby Audio line.

Audio passthrough formatsiCompressed formats explicitly passed to external audio equipment without decoding. Dolby Atmos support alone does not establish TrueHD passthrough.

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Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Audio support row marks Dolby TrueHD, DTS-X and DTS-HD as pass-through. The Audio section also says DTS-X is passed through over HDMI.

Dolby AtmosiExplicit device support for Dolby Atmos. Codec, service, app and output requirements belong in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page and tech specs list Dolby Atmos. Content, app and HDMI audio path requirements apply.

Yes1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Audio section: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos). Atmos needs compatible apps and equipment.

Audio channel configurationsiPublished output configurations, such as 2.0, 5.1 or 7.1. Keep PCM and compressed audio routes separate in source notes. Dolby Atmos support alone does not establish a channel configuration.

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Max audio sample rateiHighest published audio output sample rate. Keep playback route and format in source notes.

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192kHz1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Audio section: high-resolution audio playback up to 24-bit/192 kHz over HDMI. The Pro-only USB line is not used.

Max audio bit depthiHighest published audio output bit depth. Keep playback route and format in source notes.

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24bits1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Audio section: high-resolution audio playback up to 24-bit/192 kHz over HDMI.

Bluetooth audio output

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Yes6Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 10 October 2026SHIELD Experience 8.2 notes restore Bluetooth LDAC support for supported headphones. The page covers the SHIELD TV family and is not written per model.

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for audio sent to Bluetooth headphones or speakers. Bluetooth version alone is not proof.

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LDAC6Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 10 October 2026Same note. No other Bluetooth codec is claimed.

Processor and memory

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System on chip

Realtek RTD1319C1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs CPU row names Realtek RTD1319C. The maker lists no separate SoC row.

NVIDIA Tegra X1+1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Processor row: NVIDIA Tegra X1+ processor with a 256-core NVIDIA GPU and 2 GB RAM.

CPU

Quad-core Arm Cortex-A551Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The maker's specs table lists Quad-core (ARM Cortex A55). No clock speed is published.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Quad-core (ARM Cortex A55).

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CPU cores

41Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Maker specs table: Quad-core.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Quad-core.

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Max CPU clockiHighest explicitly published processor clock for this device. Generic chipset limits are not device evidence.

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GPU

ARM Mali-G57 MC11Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026

NVIDIA 256-core GPU1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Processor row: 256-core NVIDIA GPU.

RAMiKeep published GB values as stated. Convert a source explicitly labelled MB using 1000 MB per GB and preserve its original figure and unit in the note. Do not assume MB means MiB. Convert explicit MiB or GiB to decimal GB through their byte definitions, recording the conversion in the note. This normalization does not establish an exact physical byte count.

4GB1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list 4GB DDR4. The maker names 2666 MHz. CNX Software and AndroidTVBox.eu say 2400 MHz. The maker value wins and no speed field exists.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: 4GB DDR4.

2GB1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Processor row: 2 GB RAM. The Pro has 3 GB and is not used.

RAM type

DDR41Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026

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StorageiMarketed built-in storage capacity in decimal GB. Free space after the operating system is separate.

128GB1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list 128GB eMMC with a footnote that actual user storage is less.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: 128GB.

8GB1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Storage row: 8GB, with a note that a portion is occupied by system software. This is marketed capacity, not free space.

Storage type

eMMC1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026

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Expandable storageiCan use added removable or external storage to store installed apps or play media directly. Copying files through a USB data connection alone does not qualify. The source note states whether apps, media or both are supported and names the connection and limitations. Storage must be attached to the streaming device. Cloud and network streaming do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The maker's specs table lists Memory Expansion: Micro SD and the tech specs list one Micro SD card slot. The maker does not say whether apps, media or both can use the card.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Memory Expansion Micro SD.

Yes1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Storage row: expandable via microSD. Interfaces row lists a microSD card slot. The support guide says apps need the card to be formatted as device storage.

Storage expansion methodsiPublished methods for adding app or media storage. USB support alone does not prove app installation on external storage.

microSD card slot2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Memory Expansion Micro SD. The maker does not say whether apps, media or both can use the card.

microSD removable media storage, microSD adopted device storage for apps2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 20: a microSD card is read as removable storage and apps cannot be installed on it. Formatting it as device storage lets apps install there. Network storage is separate and is not expansion.9Reviewtomsguide.com/face-off/nvidia-shield-tv-vs-nvidia-shield-tv-proRead 10 October 2026Face-off of November 29, 2019: the standard SHIELD TV expands storage with a microSD card slot. The Pro uses USB.

Connectivity

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 6E1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Wireless 6E AX 2x2 (Tri-band).2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Wireless 6e ax 2x2 (Tri-band).

Wi-Fi 51Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Wireless row: 802.11ac 2x2 MIMO 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi bands

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E covers 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz.8Maker spec sheet (PDF)dropbox.com/scl/fi/1g4ie5cvhm928ohcogoq7/Z12-Ultra_CE-RED.pdfRead 15 October 2026The declaration applies ETSI EN 300 328 (2.4 GHz), EN 301 893 (5 GHz) and EN 303 687 (6 GHz Wi-Fi), which matches tri-band Wi-Fi 6E.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Wireless row: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

Wi-Fi MIMOiWritten as 2x2 MIMO when the maker gives the stream count, or MIMO when it does not. 2T2R counts as 2x2. MU-MIMO support alone does not show more than one stream, so it is not stored. Band wording goes in the source note.

2x2 MIMO1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list 2x2.

2x2 MIMO1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Wireless row: 2x2 MIMO.

Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of a built-in Ethernet port. An optional USB Ethernet adapter does not count.

1,000Mbps1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Gigabit (1000M).2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Gigabit(1000Mbps).

1,000Mbps1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Interfaces row: Gigabit Ethernet. This is the rated port speed.

Optional Ethernet adapter supportiExplicit support for an external Ethernet adapter. Required adapter and connection belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth versioniPublished device Bluetooth version. The remote can use a different Bluetooth version.

5.21Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026

5.01Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Wireless row: Bluetooth 5.0 + LE.

PortsiPhysical device connectors, including a fixed HDMI plug and power-only USB. Excludes connectors on the remote and optional adapters. Count identical connectors in each row.

AFormuler Z12 Ultra

Connector	Count	Version	Role	Data speed (Gbps)
HDMI	1	Not available	Video and audio output	Not available
USB-A	1	USB 3.0	External storage and accessories	Not available
USB-A	1	USB 2.0	External storage and accessories	Not available
Ethernet	1	Not available	Gigabit network	1
microSD	1	Not available	Storage expansion	Not available
Other	1	Not available	Optical S/PDIF audio output	Not available
DC power	1	Not available	Power input	Not available

Source1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs Ports: power input 1, USB 3.0 1, USB 2.0 1, HDMI 1, Gigabit LAN 1, Micro SD card 1, Optical S/PDIF 1. The maker names no HDMI version.

BNVIDIA SHIELD TV (2019)

Connector	Count	Version	Role	Data speed (Gbps)
HDMI	1	2.0b	Video and audio output	Not available
Ethernet	1	Not available	Gigabit network	1
microSD	1	Not available	Removable or adopted storage	Not available
AC power	1	Not available	Power input for the built-in power supply	Not available

Source2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 3.1 shows Ethernet, power in, remote locator, HDMI and microSD slot. The spec page gives the speed and version. Tom's Guide places the power and Ethernet ports on one end and the microSD slot and HDMI on the other. The remote locator is a button, not a connector.

Smart home

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Thread border router

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Matter controlleriCan commission and control Matter accessories. Acting as a Matter accessory alone does not qualify.

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Smart home platforms

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Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Control41Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Voice Assistants row names Google Home and Amazon Echo compatibility. Control4 comes from the release notes. Samsung SmartThings hub use is a Pro feature and is not claimed.6Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 10 October 2026SHIELD Experience 8.2.2 notes add Control4 home automation support. A Control4 installer must set it up.

Remote control

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Remote model

GTV-BT31Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page promotes the BT3 Backlight Remote and the GTV-BT3 Bluetooth Voice Remote. The box contents image shows one remote with the box. The Quick guide names GTV-BT3 in its Find My Remote section.7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026GTV-BT3 Bluetooth Voice Remote.

SHIELD Remote (P3700)5Regulatory filingnvidia.com/content/dam/en-zz/Solutions/SHIELD/support/shield-tv/shield-remote-p3700-eu-doc.pdfRead 10 October 2026EUT Certification Summary: SHIELD Remote, model P3700. The user guide links this declaration for the supplied remote.

Remote connectioniEvery wireless link the included remote uses, to the device or to other equipment. An infrared transmitter that controls the TV counts as infrared.

Bluetooth, Infrared7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026Maker calls it a Bluetooth voice remote. Bluetooth is the link to the box. Infrared is used for the learned TV controls.

Bluetooth, Infrared1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Remote rows: Bluetooth connectivity and an IR blaster.

Remote microphone

Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The GTV-BT3 is a voice remote with a Voice Assistant feature. The maker does not name the assistant in text.7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026Voice Assistant is a feature of the GTV-BT3. The assistant is not named in the text.

Yes1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Remote rows: microphone for voice search and commands.

Remote voice assistantsiVoice assistants usable from the supplied remote. Region, language, app and firmware restrictions belong in the source note.

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Google Assistant1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Remote rows: microphone for voice search. The Google Assistant answers it.

Remote TV controliSupported TV controls, such as power, volume and input. Infrared and HDMI-CEC routes are qualified in source notes.

Power, Volume, Input source7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026Universal IR Learning: program the remote to manage the TV's power, volume and input source. The side TV buttons use IR while the box link is Bluetooth.

Power, Volume, Input switching2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Sections 2.4 and 3.3: the remote controls TV and receiver volume and power through HDMI-CEC or IR. Release notes 8.2 add input switching with IR.6Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 10 October 2026SHIELD Experience 8.2 notes: the menu button can switch input, IR only.

Remote finder

Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 20266Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Find My Remote page: the GTV-BT3 plays a sound for 30 seconds after the FUNC key on the back of the box is pressed.7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026Find My Remote works from the Formuler Remote app or the function key of the Z12 Ultra.

Yes1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Remote rows: remote locator. It needs a powered SHIELD, a paired remote and working batteries.

Remote backlight

Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 20267Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026LED backlight with adjustable brightness.

Yes1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Remote rows: motion-activated backlit buttons.

Remote poweriPublished batteries or rechargeable battery arrangement for the supplied remote.

2 batteries included in the box6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the Box page shows 2x Batteries. The battery type is not written.

2 x AAA batteries1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Remote rows: 2x AAA batteries included.

Remote charging port

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Software

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Operating systemiPlatform name. The launch version is stored separately from later firmware support.

Android1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Android 12 and the page says MYTVOnline 3 comes preinstalled.

Android TV1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Operating System row: Android 11.0 powered by Android TV with Chromecast 4K built-in. This is the current version, not the launch version.

Operating system at launch

Android 121Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026

Android 9.0 Pie6Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 10 October 2026SHIELD Experience 8.0 notes upgrade SHIELD TV to Android P. SHIELD Experience 8.0.2 added support for the 2019 SHIELD Remote that ships with this model. Later Android 11 came with 9.0.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/nvidia-shield-tv-pro-2019-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec table of the Pro that launched the same day says Android 9.0 Pie. Both models share the SHIELD Experience of that time. No separate launch OS statement for the standard model was found.

App store

Formuler Market and Google Play Store10Maker product pagesupport.formuler.tv/kb/article/99-how-to-install-download-appsRead 15 October 2026Helpdesk article: install apps from the Market app (Home > Market) or from the Google Play Store with your own account, or by side-loading. It names no per-model difference except the Z nano. The Google Play Store is reached through the Market app, which carries a curated list.

Google Play Store1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Included Apps lists the Google Play Store.

Casting protocolsiPublished casting or screen mirroring protocols. AirPlay and Google Cast are distinct. App-only playback support does not prove system-wide mirroring.

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Google Cast1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Operating System row: Chromecast 4K built-in. Stored as Google Cast. No AirPlay is claimed.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants supported by the device. A remote microphone and hands-free activation are separate features.

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Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Voice Assistants row: built-in voice control with the Google Assistant, Google Home compatible and Amazon Echo compatible (works with Alexa). Alexa needs a linked external Echo and the NVIDIA skill.

Hands-free voice controliControl the streaming device by voice without pressing a button. This may use built-in microphones or a compatible linked smart speaker, phone or headset. The source note names the required device, connection, software and supported commands. A microphone on a press-to-talk remote alone does not qualify.

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Yes1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Voice Assistants row footnote: hands-free voice control requires the SHIELD Controller, a Google Home Mini or an Amazon Echo. The included remote is push to talk. Google Home linking has to be set up again after SHIELD Experience 9.2.

Mobile remote platforms

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Android, iOS2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 27: the SHIELD TV app for Android or iOS on the same network, paired with a 6-digit code.

Accessibility features

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TalkBack, Bounce Keys, Key Repeat2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 3.9 describes TalkBack, switched on with Back and Down on the remote.6Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 10 October 2026SHIELD Experience 9.2.2 notes add Bounce Keys, Key Repeat and TalkBack speech in 23 European languages. TalkBack itself is in the user guide.

Gaming

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Game servicesiPublished native or cloud gaming services. Service availability is time-sensitive. Record software and region requirements in source notes.

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NVIDIA GeForce NOW, Google Play Games1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Gaming Features row: NVIDIA GeForce NOW cloud gaming and Android gaming through Google Play Store. A controller or keyboard and mouse is required for GeForce NOW. Included Apps lists Google Play Games.

Game controller supportiExplicitly supported controllers or connection methods. Bluetooth alone does not establish game controller support.

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Bluetooth game controllers, Xbox One controller, Xbox Series X/S controller, Sony DualShock 4, Sony DualSense, SCUF controllers2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 11: Bluetooth accessories including game controllers can be added. Named controller models come from the release notes and Tom's Guide.6Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 10 October 2026SHIELD Experience 8.2.2 and 9.0 notes explicitly add DualSense, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and 5 and SCUF controllers.8Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/nvidia-shield-tv-2019-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says other Android controllers, Xbox One controllers and DualShock 4 controllers can be connected.9Reviewtomsguide.com/face-off/nvidia-shield-tv-vs-nvidia-shield-tv-proRead 10 October 2026Face-off: both models let you use any Bluetooth game controller you see fit.

Power

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Power supply

External DC adapter1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The maker lists a power input and a Power Adapter in the box, with rating 12VDC / 1A.

Internal AC1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Power row: built-in power supply. The tube takes a power cord, not an external adapter.

Rated power inputiDevice input rating, as published. An external adapter output rating is separate.

12 VDC / 1 A1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Power rating 12VDC / 1A.

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Included adapter outputiRated output of the included power adapter. This is not device power consumption.

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Max power consumption (claimed)iMaker-published maximum device power consumption. Adapter rating is not proof.

12W1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Power Consumption Max. 12W.

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Standby power (claimed)iMaker-published device standby consumption under the source conditions.

0.5W1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Standby Power Max. 0.5W (Ultra low power). Stored as the published maximum.

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Measured

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Video playback power (measured)iReviewer-measured device consumption. Video format, app, resolution, power measurement point and equipment belong in source notes.

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Idle power (measured)iReviewer-measured device consumption when idle. Firmware, measurement point and conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured device consumption in standby. Network state, firmware and measurement point belong in source notes.

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Boot time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from power-on to usable home screen. Cold boot and standby wake are different. Record timing method and firmware.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiDevice body without remote, cables or adapter. Width is left-to-right in normal use, height is bottom-to-top and depth is front-to-back. For a stick, include the fixed plug only when the source does. A stick's length from the plug to its end is depth and its thickness is height. A puck that lies flat has its thickness as height.

Width135Height24Depth100mm(5.3 × 0.9 × 3.9 in)1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Length 135 mm, Width 100 mm, Thickness 24 mm. The box lies flat, so thickness is height and the 135 mm side with the ports is width. Post.ch lists the same 13.5 cm width and 24 mm height.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: 135 x 100 x 24 (mm).15Retailer pageshop.post.ch/en/electronics/tv/streaming-boxes/formuler-media-player-z-12-ultra/p/848338Read 15 October 2026Height 2.4 cm, width 13.5 cm, depth 100 mm. This confirms the maker's orientation.

Width165Height40Depth40mm(6.5 × 1.6 × 1.6 in)1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Weight & Size lists 4 cm for height, 4 cm for width and 16.5 cm for depth. The tube rests horizontally with the ports at its two ends, as Tom's Guide describes. The stored width is therefore the 165 mm length and height and depth are the 40 mm diameter. The maker publishes centimetres, so the values are not converted from inches.8Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/nvidia-shield-tv-2019-reviewRead 10 October 2026Specs list 6.5 x 1.6 x 1.6 inches and the text says the tube rests horizontally, with power and Ethernet on one end and the microSD slot, HDMI port and a reset button on the other. Used only to read the axes of the NVIDIA centimetre values.

WeightiDevice only, without remote, cable or power adapter. Included fixed cable or plug conditions belong in source notes.

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137g(4.8 oz)1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Weight & Size: 4.83 oz / 137 g. Device only, without remote or power cord.

Remote dimensionsiSupplied remote body. Height is its length along the buttons, width is across the buttons and depth is front-to-back.

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Remote weightiSupplied remote weight. State whether replaceable batteries are included.

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Certifications

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FCC ID

2AV9UK4R1N46Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Compliance page (page 29 of the PDF): FCC ID 2AV9UK4R1N4 for Formuler Z12 Ultra. The GTV-BT3 remote has its own FCC ID 2AV9U1Y0UN6. fccid.io blocks agents so the FCC record itself was not opened.

VOB-P34302Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 31 SHIELD TV Compliance: FCC ID VOB-P3430. The same section lists IC 7361A-P3430 and UL I.T.E. E204896.

Other certifications

CE RED, FCC, ISED, RCM (Australia)6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026The guide carries an FCC and ISED (Canada) compliance statement.8Maker spec sheet (PDF)dropbox.com/scl/fi/1g4ie5cvhm928ohcogoq7/Z12-Ultra_CE-RED.pdfRead 15 October 2026Declaration of Conformity under the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU for Formuler Z12 Ultra, type Media Box, issued 1 Aug 2024 rev B. The ACMA supplier declaration covers RCM.

CE, UL I.T.E. E204896, ISED IC 7361A-P34302Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 31: UL I.T.E. E204896 and ISED IC 7361A-P3430. CE comes from the declaration of conformity.4Regulatory filingnvidia.com/content/dam/en-zz/Solutions/SHIELD/support/shield-tv/shield-tv-p3430-ce-doc.pdfRead 10 October 2026Declaration lists EU directives 2014/53/EU, 2011/65/EU and 2009/125/EC for P3430. The current text includes later conformity updates, not a claim that these existed at launch.

In the box

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In the box

Z12 Ultra media receiver, GTV-BT3 remote control, Silicone remote cover, 2 batteries, HDMI cable, Power adapter, Quick setup guide1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page icons: Media Receiver, Remote Control, Silicone Remote Cover, Batteries, TV Cable, Power Adapter, Quick Setup Guide.6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the Box page: Media Receiver, Remote Control, Silicone Remote Cover, 2x Batteries, TV Cable, Power Adapter. The Quick Setup Guide is the booklet itself.16Retailer pagesatking.de/en/formuler-z12-ultra-bt3-edition-4k-uhd-android-12-ip-receiverRead 15 October 2026Delivery list: streaming box, GTV-BT3 Bluetooth voice remote, silicone remote cover, HDMI cable, power adapter, quick setup guide, batteries for the remote. The page also shows 700 g, which looks like a shipping weight and is not used.

SHIELD TV, SHIELD Remote, Power cord, Quick Start guide, Support booklet, 2 x AAA batteries1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Remote row says 2x AAA batteries are included.2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 1 In The Box: SHIELD TV body, SHIELD Remote and power cord. A Quick Start guide and Support booklet are also included.

HDMI cable includediA separate HDMI cable supplied in the box. A fixed HDMI plug or captive lead does not count. A short HDMI extender supplied with a stick counts, and the source note says it is an extender.

Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The box lists a TV Cable. The Quick guide icon shows an HDMI plug. CNX Software and Satking call it an HDMI cable.6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Icon labelled TV Cable shows an HDMI plug on both ends.

No2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Section 1 lists no HDMI cable. Section 2.1 lists a high-speed HDMI 2.0 cable under what you need.

Links

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Product page

www.formuler.tv/z12ultra1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026

www.nvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tv1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026NVIDIA SHIELD TV Product Specs page for the standard model.

Spec sheet

www.formuler.tv/specs-12Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Maker comparison table of the Z12 Ultra, Z12 Ultra SE and Z12 Pro.

www.nvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tv1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Same page. The SHIELD TV Pro column is not used.

Manual

www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdf6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Quick guide in 16 languages, 32 pages, created 9 Sep 2025. It holds installation steps and the Find My Remote steps and no spec table.

www.nvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tv2Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tvRead 10 October 2026Official SHIELD TV user guide on the maker's support page. Parts of the text are shared with the Pro.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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1year7Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/warrantyRead 10 October 2026For How Long: one year from purchase of a new product, in the United States and Canada. The refurbished term of three months is excluded.

Both are also in the API. Back to all streaming devices.