DStv HD DECODER QUICK GUIDE

1 DStv HD DECODER QUICK GUIDE View 1 channel at a time (no PVR functionality) HD capable (720p and 1080i) Content Discovery (including multiple search options) 8 Day TV GUIDE Reminders 24 hour i-Plate Parental Control Dolby Digital Capable XtraView Capable (compatible with selected XtraView decoders) Widescreen Capable Hearing Impaired Subtitles (when available) User Friendly HD Menus Interactive Applications (SuperSport, News24, Weather) Please Note HD channels are only available on selected packages. XtraView requires payment of an additional monthly fee stipulated by HD FeaturesResetP-P+Welcome to our world of extraordinary entertainment!

2 Congratulations on the purchase of your new DStv HD DECODER !The moment you connect your DStv HD DECODER , is the moment your TV viewing experience will become extraordinary. Watch in crystal clear HD, enjoy rich colours and a picture so clear, you can see every blade of grass on the is also a brand new menu and remote control, making it so much easier to DStv HD DECODER has more search features than any other single view DECODER before, making it easy for you to discover great you have an existing XtraView capable DECODER (other than the SD PVR)

3 , you can easily link your new DStv HD DECODER to it in order to enhance your viewing started by using this QUICK GUIDE to help you with installation and to familiarise yourself with the new remote control as well as the functions and features this DECODER has to , visit and register for a Connect ID which will allow you to manage your account, clear error codes and more. You can also enter competitions, find out news about the latest shows and use the online TV GUIDE to help plan your extraordinary world of entertainment awaits ..2 DStv HD DECODER QUICK GuideContentsFront Panel.

4 4 Back Panel .. 5 Installation .. 6 Installation - Connection to the Satellite Dish .. 7 Installation - Connecting to the TV .. 8 Getting Started .. 9 DStv HD DECODER Map .. 10 Personalising your DStv HD DECODER .. 12TV GUIDE .. 13 Search .. 15 Watching TV .. 17 Listening to Audio Channels .. 20 Parental Control .. 21 Apps .. 22 Favourite Channels .. 23 How to check your Messages .. 243 DStv HD DECODER QUICK GuideAll about Icons .. 25 All about the DStv Remote (B5) .. 27 Safety Information .. 34 Legal Matters .. 36 Contact Us .. 44 Contents4 DStv HD DECODER QUICK GuideFront Panel1 DStv HDThis is the name of the decoder2 Reset button Press once to switch the DECODER in and out of standbyPress and hold for a few seconds to reset (reboot) the decoder3P- buttonGoes to the previous channel4P+ buttonGoes to the next channel5 Red, Amber, Green LEDsThese LEDs are used to indicate various states that the DECODER may be in.

5 Flashing AMBER = unread mail messageGREEN blink = the DECODER has received a command from the remoteSolid RED = DECODER is in standbySolid AMBER = DECODER is downloading softwareSolid GREEN = DECODER is tuned to an audio or video channelSolid GREEN and RED = error6 Model 4 UThis is the model number. Please remember to give us this information when calling us with any technical queries7 Smartcard slotPlease ensure that the smartcard is securely inserted into the slot1237 ResetP-P+4565 DStv HD DECODER QUICK GuideBack Panel1234567891 LNB inConnect the cable from the satellite dish to this input2RF INUsed for XtraView3RF OutUsed to connect the DECODER to a non-HD TV or for XtraView4 USBNot active5 HDMIUsed to connect the DECODER to a HD TV6 RCAUsed to connect the DECODER to a non-HD TV7 SPDIFUsed to connect the DECODER to your home theatre

6 System8 EthernetNot active9 Power inputConnect the power supply to this input6 DStv HD DECODER QUICK GuideInstallationThis QUICK GUIDE will help you with simple connections to your satellite dish and get the best from your DStv HD DECODER , you need a properly aligned 80cm satellite dish and single this DECODER is linked to another one using XtraView, a DStv Smart LNB is you have an XtraView installation, or your installation has multiswitches or multiple TVs, we recommend the use of a DStv Accredited Installer. Find your nearest one at The DStv HD DECODER is XtraView capable and is compatible with selected XtraView capable decoders HD content is only available via HDMI Dolby Digital is only available with the correct audio equipment7 DStv HD DECODER QUICK GuideInstallation - Connection to the Satellite DishThis DECODER can be connected to a single, twin.

7 Quad or DStv Smart to Single LNBC onnect to DStv Smart LNBS ingle LNBDStv HDConnect the cable from the satellite dish directly to the LNB input on the back of the Smart LNBDStv HDConnect the cable from the satellite dish directly to the LNB input on the back of the to Twin LNBC onnect to Quad LNBTwin LNBDStv HDConnect either cable from the satellite dish directly to the LNB input on the back of the LNBDStv HDConnect any one of the four cables from the satellite dish directly to the LNB input on the back of the HD DECODER QUICK GuideInstallation - Connecting to the TVConnecting the DECODER to the TV1.

8 If you have a HD TV, use the supplied HDMI cable and connect it to the HDMI port (marked 1) on the back of the DECODER , then connect the other end to the HDMI port on the TV. If you have a non-HD TV, use the supplied RCA cables and connect the red, white and yellow inputs to the RCA ports (marked 2) on the back of the DECODER , then connect the red, white and yellow inputs to the RCA ports on the (Optional) Connect the DECODER to your home theatre system using the SPDIF port (marked 3) on the Connect the power supply to the input marked 4 and then plug the other side into the HD DECODER QUICK GuideYour DStv HD DECODER has all the features you re familiar with, and so much important things you need to know when using your new DStv HD DECODER : The DStv HD DECODER has ONE central menu with all content & settings.

9 Press the DStv button to go straight to DStv Central. (See the DStv HD DECODER Map for more info) When looking for something to watch, use the hotlink buttons on your remote to go directly to the TV GUIDE or Search. It s that easy to find something to watch right now! Press OK on any programme name to see the list of available actions. You can set a reminder and even get a list of when a programme will be aired again within the next 8 days. To change viewing options (like language and aspect ratio), press OPTIONS. Pressing this same button when viewing a list, lets you change the sort order or how the information is Started10 DStv HD DECODER QUICK GuideDStv HD DECODER MapWatch Now Go to Live TV Audio ChannelsSearch Movies Series Sports Theme Search Word Search Advanced SearchPlanner Reminders TV GuideApps News24 Weather SuperSport Active Easy InfoCentralWatch NowYou can either go to live TV (and watch any of your channels)

10 Or go to the audio channels and listen to one of the wide range of audio channels our world of entertainment using one of the search options available. You can also go directly to Search using the hotlink button on your you ll find a list of all the reminders you ve set as well as the TV GUIDE . Everything you need to help plan your viewing!AppsYour one stop access to all the interactive services available on your DStv HD DECODER . Press OK while watching TV for QUICK access to the list of available to access DStv Central at any time11 DStv HD DECODER QUICK GuideSettings User Preferences Parental Control System Settings Satellite SettingsHelp Contact Us Mail Messages General InformationSettingsThis section of the menu includes all settings that you can personalise, together with Parental Control, Satellite Settings and you can find our contact details, your mail messages as well as Information Central (which you need when contacting our call centre).