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- Page 1 DStv EXPLORA QUICK GUIDE...
- Page 2 Terms and Conditions. • There is no DStv Catch Up or BoxOffice content when the DStv Explora is first installed. This content will start downloading as soon as installation is complete. Please be patient while we download the latest movies, series and more to your DStv Explora.
- Page 3 Easy to use. A new remote with buttons for all the big features, plus HD menus, make it a pleasure to use. Double duty. Link your new DStv Explora to another XtraView capable decoder to get access to more than one channel in your home at the same time.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting Connected ..............2 Getting Connected to the Internet ..........4 Getting Started ................5 Personalising your DStv Explora ........... 6 DStv Explora Map ..............7 BoxOffice .................. 9 DStv Catch Up ................10 The TV Guide ................12 Search .................. -
Page 5: Getting Connected
Getting Connected NOTE! The performance of the DStv Explora and availability of all features is directly related to the quality of the installation (including use of approved equipment and correct alignment of the satellite dish). Installation of the DStv Explora requires an 90cm satellite dish together with a DStv Smart LNB. - Page 6 Please wait for all three tuners to show signal on this screen, before pressing OK to continue. Quick Tip Read through our helpful Quick Guide for the remote (also packaged with the DStv Explora) to quickly learn about the different buttons and what they do. DStv Explora Quick Guide...
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Page 7: Getting Connected To The Internet
There are two ways to connect your DStv Explora to the internet. Via Ethernet If your DStv Explora is in the same room as your router, or if you want to connect it directly, you can link them using an Ethernet cable (available from any electronic store). -
Page 8: Getting Started
Getting Started This Quick Guide will help you find your way around the main features of your DStv Explora and get you viewing in no time. Five important things you need to know when using your new DStv Explora :... -
Page 9: Personalising Your Dstv Explora
Press the DStv button and go to “User Preferences” in “Settings” to set your preferences for default language, aspect ratio, recording defaults and more. If you have connected your DStv Explora to the internet, use Connected Services on this menu to enable the features. -
Page 10: Dstv Explora Map
• Advanced Search • TV Guide Just Added Search A quick snapshot of the latest DStv Catch Up Explore our world of entertainment using one and BoxOffice titles on your DStv Explora. of the search options available. You can also go... - Page 11 Help Your one stop access to all the interactive Here you can find our contact details, your mail services available on your DStv Explora. messages as well as Information Central (which Press OK while watching TV for quick access to you need when contacting our call centre).
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Page 12: Boxoffice
Rent blockbuster movies from the comfort of your home with BoxOffice, and keep them for 48 hours. With a selection of the hottest movies available to rent and watch instantly on your DStv Explora, there’s never been a better time to plan a big night in. -
Page 13: Dstv Catch Up
DStv Catch Up With DStv Catch Up, there’s never a reason to miss your favourite show. Catch up on a selection of series, movies, kids’ entertainment, sports highlights, reality shows and more. And for many series, we have series stacking (with multiple episodes available), so you can snuggle up on the couch for an afternoon of binge viewing. - Page 14 Visit dstv.com/catchup for more information and for other great ways to enjoy the best of DStv Catch Up. There are no DStv Catch Up titles listed when the DStv Explora is first installed. These will start downloading as soon as installation is complete. Please be patient while we download the latest movies, series and more to your DStv Explora.
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Page 15: The Tv Guide
Press OPTIONS to change the way the schedules are displayed. Press P+ / P- to jump 24 hours at a time. • • Enter a channel number to quickly jump to schedules for a specific channel. DStv Explora Quick Guide... - Page 16 The TV Guide A great feature of the DStv Explora is being able to find out when a programme is on again within the next 8 days. If you see a programme that you missed (or that clashes with something else you’re already recording), press OK on the programme and select Other Airings to see when the programme is on again in the next 8 days.
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Page 17: Search
There’s also Advanced Search to help you find exactly what you’re looking for. You can even filter the results by PG rating. It’s that easy. DStv Explora Quick Guide... -
Page 18: Instant Search
Instant Search With so much great content, we’re making it easier for you to find what you’re looking for! When you’re in your Playlist, DStv Catch Up or BoxOffice, just hit the SEARCH button to access Instant Search. Enter any word from the title (using the onscreen keyboard or by using the SMS buttons on your remote) and we’ll instantly show you matching results. -
Page 19: Watching Tv
Watching TV To see the title of the programme you’re watching, press i. For additional information about the programme, press i again. DStv Explora Quick Guide... - Page 20 Press OK on any programme to see the available actions. You can also press the UP arrow when the i-Plate is displayed to see the content in the buffer (the DStv Explora keeps the last 2 hours of viewing so that you can rewind at any time.) Quick Tip...
- Page 21 To see what’s on other channels, press GRID and use the arrows to move the highlight. You can also press OK to tune to a selected channel. To change the aspect ratio, select another language or to display subtitles, press OPTIONS. Quick Tip To change aspect ratio on the fly, press ARC. DStv Explora Quick Guide...
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Page 22: Listening To Audio Channels
Listening to Audio Channels DStv offers a wide range of audio channels. It’s now easy to access and listen to your favourite radio station or DMX channel. • When watching TV, enter the number of the audio channel on the remote, or •... -
Page 23: Trickmodes
Need to answer the phone, but don’t want to miss a thing? Press PLAY/PAUSE and the DStv Explora will wait for you to come back. You can pause live TV for up to 2 hours! To resume viewing, just press PLAY/PAUSE again. -
Page 24: Recordings
Recordings The DStv Explora allows you to record up to 220 hours of your favourite programming, ensuring that you always have something to watch. Step 1 Press OK on any programme to see the recording options available. If the programme is part of a series, you can record just the episode, or the entire season of the series. - Page 25 You can also set manual recordings from the Actions list (when you press OK on any programme). Quick Tip Set up your Recording preferences in “User Preferences” in “Settings”. DStv Explora Quick Guide...
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Page 26: Remote Recordings
Visit dstv.com/GetConnected for more information, including full Terms and Conditions. Quick Tips We recommend switching on the “Auto Delete” feature on your DStv Explora. This automatically deletes recordings if space is required for new ones. To switch “Auto Delete” on : •... -
Page 27: Series Recordings
Series Recordings The DStv Explora offers series recording on selected programming. Look out for this icon which indicates that series recording is available. Step 1 Press OK on the programme with the series icon and select Record Series. Step 2 Any new episodes within the next 8 days will be marked as scheduled recordings and listed in “Schedules”... - Page 28 Step 3 You can edit or delete the series recording at any time. You can also prioritise your series, so that your DStv Explora knows which is more important to you in the event of a conflict. Step 4 When the programme has recorded, it will be listed in your “Playlist” in “Watch Now”.
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Page 29: The Playlist
The Playlist The DStv Explora allows you to record up to 220 hours of your favourite programming and your Playlist is where you will find all the programmes you’ve recorded. You get to choose what you want to watch, when you want to watch it. (We’ve also sorted your recordings based on content, and neatly stacked your series episodes together, making it easier for you to find what you’re looking for.) -
Page 30: Apps
Apps Would you like to know the latest sports scores? Or see news updates and the latest weather forecasts? Press OK while watching TV and make your selection from the available Apps. DStv Explora Quick Guide... -
Page 31: Parental Control
Parental Control The DStv Explora has a Parental Control feature which allows you to block programming based on the PG rating. This feature also allows you to block entire channels. Viewing is then only available once a valid PG PIN has been entered. -
Page 32: Favourite Channels
Favourite Channels (Channel Groups) You can set up Favourite Channels on the DStv Explora so that when watching TV or using the TV Guide, you only see the selected channels. DStv Explora allows you to set up to five different channel groups, giving you the option to create a group for each family member, or even groups for the various types of channels. -
Page 33: All About Icons
Only seen on the i-Plate. This shows which programmes are in the buffer and available for viewing. Mail Message This displays on the front panel of your DStv Explora when have mail from DStv. Press the DStv button and go to “Help” to read your mail. - Page 34 Select the programme, press OK and “Record Episode” or “Record Programme”. This icon will then display with the programme information. To see all scheduled recordings – press the DStv button and go to “Schedules” in “Planner”. Series Link This programme is part of a series and has series recording available.
- Page 35 STOP button on the remote. Conflict You have scheduled recordings which are in conflict. Press the DStv button and go to “Schedules” in the “Planner” to resolve the conflict. Playback This icon indicates playback of recorded content.
- Page 36 Press i to see programme information. Download This icon indicates extra DStv Catch Up content that you can download to your DStv Explora. You have the option to watch it while it downloads, or wait for it to fully download before watching it.
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Page 37: Important Safety Information
Ventilation It is essential to keep the DStv Explora cool to prolong the life of the hard disk. Do not block the ventilation holes and ensure that free airflow is maintained around the DStv Explora. To maintain adequate ventilation of the decoder, ensure that there is at least 10cm of free space above and to the sides of the DStv Explora. - Page 38 Hard Disk To avoid possible damage to the internal hard disk, do not pick up or move the DStv Explora while it is connected to the power supply. If you want to move the DStv Explora, first stop any recordings in progress, then put the DStv Explora into standby, and wait 30 seconds before disconnecting it.
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