Those with motorised dishes will appreciate the 'auto' (multi-satellite) search mode. The solution is to conduct a conventional scan beforehand. And so if you're on the lookout for new hi-def channels (which tend to use DVB-S2) you'll be disappointed.Ī weird bug we came across is that if a satellite's channels were initially found using blind search all you get on screen when you try to select one is the 'dish moving' message. Another limitation is that it only seeks out DVB-S channels. Its downside is slowness – searching a satellite can take over an hour depending on the frequency step-size chosen.

To find everything, especially on a new satellite, blind-search is the best option. Transponders can be edited or added, although changes don't seem to be saved.

Entry of frequency/polarity/symbol rate is possible – as is the ability to specify PIDs. Manual scanning concentrates on a specific transponder. It's powerful, but the layout and design are not intuitive. The next, 'motor setting', configures DiSEqC 1.2/USALS mounts from here you can choose a transponder for signal/quality display.ĭish movement can be continuous, for a specified period, or in 'steps'. In its 'antenna settings' submenu you can enter LNB parameters (DiSEqC/Unicable, LNB port/power and so on) for each satellite. Of the reasonably well-organised main menus, the first one you'll need is 'installation'. Internal construction, partnering a Samsung tuner with an STi7101 chipset, is neat. Sadly, all standard-def outputs bar composite are disabled when the receiver is set for hi-def. The HDMI port and component ports are complemented by Scarts for TV and VCR, plus composite/S-video outputs and analogue/digital audio outputs. On the rear panel in addition to the usual LNB input/ output are the USB port for PVR use and firmware upgrades.

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