When did DStv PVR start?
* 2005: The DStv SD personal video recorder (PVR) decoder is launched. MultiChoice claims this was the first dual-view PVR in the world and the first PVR in Africa.
How do I update my DStv PVR?
You can manually update the software as follows :
- Press the blue DStv button.
- Go to Settings.
- Select User Preferences.
- Select General.
- Select Download latest software.
- (If this option is greyed out, the decoder is already on the latest software)
What do you do with old DStv decoders?
You will keep accessing DStv for as long as your older Single View decoder is still working. You can, however, trade-in your active Single View decoder at any of our service centres or agencies for a brand new DStv HD Decoder for only R349.
When was the DStv Explora released?
2015
The DStv Explora – a flagship PVR, and winner of the Most Innovative Product of the Year award in 2015 – gets launched.
How much is a PVR decoder?
MultiChoice DSTV Explora 2 PVR Decoder
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| List price: | R1,299 |
| Loot price: | R1,089 |
| You save: | R210 (16%) |
What is DStv PVR?
Our personal video recorder (PVR) decoders allow viewers greater control over their viewing experience. With the following exciting features: Record 150 hours of standard TV or 50 hours of HD TV. View one, record one simultaneously. Pause live TV programming for up to two hours.
How do I activate my PVR?
How to activate your wired HD receiver or PVR
- Once you see the Fibe TV activation screen, press SELECT to begin the activation.
- Select the desired language.
- Select Activate.
- If youʼre repairing a PVR, press SELECT to restart your HD PVR.
- If you have an HD PVR, itʼs now restarting.
What is the difference between PVR and Explora?
PVR is an abbreviation of Personal Viewer Recorder. Therefore the main difference between the DStv Explora and the DStv HD decoder is the recording function. The recording function does affect the pricing of the DStv Explora.
What is PVR on DStv?
Our personal video recorder (PVR) decoders allow viewers greater control over their viewing experience. With the following exciting features: Record 150 hours of standard TV or 50 hours of HD TV. View one, record one simultaneously.
How much is Explora monthly?
DStv Access costs R115 per month with 66 channels.
How much is DStv PVR monthly?
DStv Premium costs R829 per month with 157 channels. DStv Compact Plus costs R539 per month with 143 channels. DStv Compact costs R409 per month with 126 channels. DStv Family costs R295 per month with 90 channels.
What is the latest PVR decoder?
DStv Explora 2
The DStv Explora 2 is MultiChoices newest PVR and replaces the DStv Explora. It has all the features on our DStv Explora that our customers have come to love.
What do you need to know about DStv HD PVR?
The decoder: The DStv HD PVR is a sophisticated piece of hardware that offers the following features: the HD PVR allows you to view one channel, while recording two other channels simultaneously, as well as: a personalised TV guide, listing the schedules of just those channels.
What kind of power supply does DStv 2 p decoder use?
This DStv HD PVR 2 P Decoder meets International Safety Standards. Please read the following recommended safety precautions carefully. MAINS SUPPLY This HD PVR operates at 12 V DC and is connected to the mains supply using the supplied power supply, rated 85 – 288 V AC, 47 – 63Hz.
Do you need HDMI input for DStv 2 p?
If you have technical comments or want to chat to other users about the installation and connection of the HD PVR, visit the forums at www.dstv.com HD quality content is only available via HDMI. The HDMI input on the HD TV must be HDCP compliant. HD PVR 2 P Viewer’s Guide (v1.2) Page 7 of 60
Is there a genre search on DStv HD?
No genre or searches on TV Guide: Due to current technical limitations, the HD PVRs have a much simpler TV Guide. Currently, there are no search facilities (ie. A-Z, theme search or 24 hours) and no genres. The TV Guide will get additional features in future releases of the software.