DStv 6S User manual

QUICK START GUIDE

DStv HD Decoder Quick Start Guide
Congratulations on buying the best Pay TV in Africa!
Let’s get you started:
1. DStv HD Features...................................................................................... 1
2. Welcome to our world of extraordinary entertainment!............................. 2
3. Front and Top Panel.................................................................................. 3
4. Back Panel................................................................................................ 4
5. Installation................................................................................................ 5
6. Select Your Package.................................................................................. 6
7. Open an account / Update your existing account...................................... 9
8. Make Payment........................................................................................... 10
9. DStv Self Service....................................................................................... 11
10. SMS Short Codes....................................................................................... 12
11. USSD Country Codes.................................................................................. 14
10. Safety Information.................................................................................... 15
11. Decoder Legal Matters.............................................................................. 17
12. Subscriber Terms and Conditions.............................................................. 21
Welcome to DStv!

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1. View 1 channel at a time (no PVR functionality)
2. HD capable
3. Content Discovery (including multiple search options)
4. 8 Day TV guide
5. Reminders
6. 24 hour i-Plate
7. Parental Control
8. Surround Sound
9. XtraView Capable (compatible with selected XtraView decoders)
10. Widescreen Capable
11. Hearing Impaired Subtitles (when available)
DStv HD Features

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Welcome to our world of extraordinary
entertainment!
Congratulations on the purchase of your new DStv HD decoder!
Your TV viewing experience will be extraordinary, the moment you connect your DStv
HD decoder! Watch your favourite shows in crystal clear HD, enjoy the rich colours
and a picture so clear, you can see every blade of grass on the pitch.
If you have an existing XtraView capable decoder (other than the SD PVR), you can
link your new DStv HD Decoder to it in order to enhance your viewing experience.
Get started by using this Quick Start 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 offer.
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DStv HD Decoder Quick Start Guide

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1. Reset button Press once to switch the decoder in and out of standby
Press and hold for a few seconds to reset (reboot) the
decoder
2. DStv HD This is the name of the decoder
3. P- button Goes to the previous channel
P+ button Goes to the next channel
4. Red, Amber, Green LEDS This LED is used to indicate various states that the
decoder may be in;
Flashing AMBER = unread mail message
GREEN blink = the decoder has received a command from
the remote
Solid RED = the decoder is on standby mode
Solid AMBER = the decoder is downloading software
Solid GREEN = the decoder is tuned to an audio or video
channel
Flashing RED = error
5. Model 6S This is the model number. Please remember to give us this
information when calling us with any technical queries
Front and Top Panel
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Back Panel
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DStv HD Decoder Quick Start Guide
1. LNB in Connect the cable from the satellite dish to this input
2. USB Used for technical support
3. HDMI Used to connect the decoder to a HD TV
4. AV Out Used to connect the decoder to a non-HD TV
5. Power input Connect the power supply to this input
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For a new installation, we highly recommend that you use an Accredited Installer. For a
full list of Accredited Installers please visit dstvvÀv.com. All installations completed
via an Accredited Installer comes with a warranty.
Installation

Select Your Package
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DStv HD Decoder Quick Start Guide
DStv has a range of packages for you to choose from - to suit your entertainment needs,
as well as your pocket! You have an option to move between packages depending on
your need*.
DStv Family
We've got your whole family’s entertainment covered, from
the little one's favourite cartoons to series entertainment
for mom and dad. This package is for any family.
Family
DStv Compact
Never miss a match! With the best football coverage, like
the English Premier League plus loads of great local
entertainment. This package is for serious sports fans.
Compact
DStv Compact Plus
Who doesn't love a little something extra? Enjoy more sports,
like the UEFA Champions League, more entertainment and
more mates wanting to bring the party to your place.
Compact Plus
DStv Premium
You want the full package? It doesn't get better than DStv
Premium, with all the latest andgreatest shows from
around the world in crystal clear HD. It's everything you
expect and much more.
Premium

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DStv lndian*
DStv Indian combines North and South Indian channels
into a single package. Get the best of television
entertainment.
Get even more entertainment with our selection of Add On Packages:
DStv Portuguesa*
DStv Portuguesa offers an extensive coverage of
Portuguese and Brazilian football, telenovelas, news and
magazine shows.
DStv French*
We offer two French packages that can be added to an
active English or Portuguese DStv package at any time.
Choose from DStv French Touch and DStv French Plus.
Select Your Package
* Terms and conditions apply.
DStv Access
If you're on a budget, this package is for you.
Start enjoying more movies, news, religion and lifestyle
shows today with the most affordable way to get DStv.
Access
Indian
Portuguesa
French

Select Your Package
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DStv also offers Value Added Services for you to get the best value out of your
subscription.
XtraView
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subscription to cater for everyone in your family. Please visit dstvvÀv.com for
more information on how to set up XtraView.
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availability of Add-On packages and pricing in your country.
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You can enjoy the best live TV and Catch Up content
anywhere, anytime! The DStv App lets you
live-stream a selection of the best DStv channels,
including M-Net Movies and SuperSport (based on
channels available on your selected package). DStv
Catch Up allows you to also watch episodes of your
favourite shows, you might have missed, whenever you
want or binge an entire season in a single go.
Download the DStÛApp for free from your app store
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