Lyttelton Reception

[deanom]

Hey All, Have been trying to look and learn as best as I can - my technical knowledge is limited somewhat. Can anyone assist me with the following:

-based in Lyttelton on the Western side of the Port with poor vhf (bunny!)
-looked into Sky / even just Prime install but too much $ when thinking Freeview better option
-does not appear that suitable signal for DVB-T anyways so VHF not seemingly possible
-looked into satellite DIY kits as am fairly confident could set up basic package but better half says pay someone as better to do that rather than all the mucking around I would be doing
-this is one of the kits I have found:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=195223137
-would be nice to also record - I take it you can record DVB-S and I take it that is done via USB from the STB. Memory stick or hard drive?

I guess DVB-S is the only option so should I install myself or get someone to do it for me? Is the package above any good for my basic needs (feed to only one STB)? Any advice or comments appreciated.

Thanks heaps

[herbie_g]

Looks ok. You prolly want to ask if the box is emc approved (if it has a c-tick). This is a requirement by law, and it relates to many issues from technical specs to your own safety as the end user. If it doesn't carry the tick, give it the flick is my advice.

The other thing to consider is how user friendly is it to set up? and, as it's not freeview approved, how easy will it to be for you to rescan for new channels? The approved boxes, though more expensive, will update automatically when a new channel launches.

Set-up will be fairly straight forward, check that the kit you buy comes with good (non-chinglish) instructions. If you make a bit of a hash at it, no worries, you could always call an installer for help - labour only.

Ofcourse, freeview is only part of your satellite viewing experience as many more free-to-air channels are also available at your place via satellite. So you'll want to make sure your decoder will be able to cope if you decide you want more variety... One of the approved decoders (Hills HSM075) is capable of receiving non-freeview signals, where as some others aren't.

Anyway, I hope that helps & welcome aboard!