VAST and third party recievers

[Tassie Devil]

From what I have seen, all 3 ie Foxtel,Vast and Aurora are within seconds of each other either to loose or return during adverse weather conditions which is why I think you need to go for 'Big' in choosing a Dish the further South you go.
The trouble with 'Atmospherics' is that its possible for you to loose the signal but those around are still receiving.

Understood. I have two very large satellite dishes here already and will use them in preference to the toys Austar left behind.

[transit]

All UEC VAST boxes come with a remote.

The boxes sold as non-PVR have a basic remote, which does not have the PVR functions on it.

The upgrade provided a different remote, which gets paired to that decoder and has the PVR controls on it, but the original remote can still be used for all the non-PVR functions...eg: channel change, on/off, volume, guide, etc.

The non-PVR remote isn't paired, so it can be used on other UEC VAST decoders of the same model at least.... haven't had the opportunity to test one on a new PVR dual tuner box.

I don't think that it is likely to be paired. From memory the remote unit comes with a code that when entered on the web gives an unlock code for the main unit but this does not mean that it is "paired". I haven't tried myself but I am willing to bet that any pvr remote will work with any 4121 that has had the pvr activation.

[hoe]

I don't think that it is likely to be paired. From memory the remote unit comes with a code that when entered on the web gives an unlock code for the main unit but this does not mean that it is "paired". I haven't tried myself but I am willing to bet that any pvr remote will work with any 4121 that has had the pvr activation.

correct, the activation code just activates the firmware on the stb.
any pvr remote will work with any pvr enabled box, or with any uec vast box without the pvr firmware.

the original non pvr remote will also work, but obviously will not operate any of the new pvr functions...

[OSIRUS]

The Standard remote will work with PVR or Non-PVR activated STB's, (without the PVR functionality & buttons of course)

& The PVR remote will work with any other PVR Activated STB's ......

But the PVR remote has limited working on Standard STB's ATM...... (channel buttons & a couple of others I think)

I remember, The last firmware upgrade, I had to go looking for the Standard remote control, to do something on the Non-PVR activated STB

I believe UEC is working on making the PVR remote fully work with the Standard STB's


Also the Standard Remote has an "ALT" button to go back to the previous channel you were watching .... I don't think the PVR remote has this button or function .....

& the standard Remote also has a "shift" button & a "Language" button that as far as I know have no function assigned ATM

[transit]

The Standard remote will work with PVR or Non-PVR activated STB's, (without the PVR functionality & buttons of course)

& The PVR remote will work with any other PVR Activated STB's ......

But the PVR remote has limited working on Standard STB's ATM...... (channel buttons & a couple of others I think)

I remember, The last firmware upgrade, I had to go looking for the Standard remote control, to do something on the Non-PVR activated STB

I believe UEC is working on making the PVR remote fully work with the Standard STB's


Also the Standard Remote has an "ALT" button to go back to the previous channel you were watching .... I don't think the PVR remote has this button or function .....

& the standard Remote also has a "shift" button & a "Language" button that as far as I know have no function assigned ATM

To go to the previous channel with the pvr remote press "BACK".

[ags_]

The new UEC-RV 12v decoder is being replaced by the UEC-RV PVR Ready. It comes with an activated recording remote. User must supply USB recording device. I am told it (should) retail for the same $ as previous std models.

[Tassie Devil]

Humax VAST PVR paid for and now on its way here.

[Rodnic]

Humax VAST PVR paid for and now on its way here.

From where did you buy and how much?

[Tassie Devil]

Purchased at for $594.95 + $20 freight.

It is a little more expensive than the UEC but if, as expected, a VAST clone of their FTA PVR, it is the most ergonomic one presently available.

I'll post up when it arrives next week.

John

[eandriyanto]

Purchased at for $594.95 + $20 freight.

It is a little more expensive than the UEC but if, as expected, a VAST clone of their FTA PVR, it is the most ergonomic one presently available.

I'll post up when it arrives next week.

John

may i buy the reciever if outside of australia..?
thx

[Tassie Devil]

may i buy the reciever if outside of australia..?
thx

But I'm a little puzzled by your question. Whereabouts are you?

John

[LeroyPatrol]

may i buy the reciever if outside of australia..?
thx

you can but your only issue then is getting the card activated.

Leroy

[eandriyanto]

you can but your only issue then is getting the card activated.

Leroy

i"m at indonesia, is the vast can see bpl all game?
thx

[mtv]

i"m at indonesia, is the vast can see bpl all game?
thx

Not sure what your asking, but if you mean can VAST be received in Indonesia, yes, but depending where you are and if you have a big enough solid dish.

Naturally, you'd need a VAST decoder and a card that was activated with an Australian address.

[LeroyPatrol]

what's bpl all game? You need to make sure you can see the VAST transponders first before ordering a receiver.

Leroy

[slippery49]

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EPL.

[pc9]

I wrote to DPandA last night, asked them what the deal is and that people reckon it's bodge. This is their reply:

Does anyone know what's happening with the CAMS. I understand that the two retailers selling these were directed by Optus to cease................but then I heard elsewhere that they may still be available.

[hazman]

Does anyone know what's happening with the CAMS. I understand that the two retailers selling these were directed by Optus to cease................but then I heard elsewhere that they may still be available.

try here

[mtv]

And noted on that page:

Please note VAST CAMs are to be used in professional decoders only and not in domestic set top boxes.

[pc9]

thanks Gents.