Many us if we are looking to purchase a new television would certainly ensure it has the ability to view HD content, whether we have the facility to watch actual HD programming or not. This is because HD channels will become more prominent in the future. Well… whilst HD is limited at present it is out there, along with the many other hundreds of standard definition TV channels and radio. So whilst you have ensured your TV is HD Ready… make sure your'e ready for HD.
- High-end, feature packed HD digital free satellite kit
- USB recording function (PVR) - just plug your external hard drive to record digital satellite TV in Standard or High Defintion
- No contract or monthly subscription required to receive Free satellite digital TV in high definition
- HD upscaling for standard definition, improves picture quality through HDMI or component connections
- Ideal for digital TV reception where Freeview signals are poor
- 10 event record timer
- Pick up thousands of free digital TV stations from multiple satellites including HD broadcasts
- Preloaded with 250 channels for UK television from the Astra 28.2E satellite
- Receiver with powerscan to simplify channel searching and powersearch to keep the channels up to date on standby
- 4,9,16 multi-screen; zoom; on-screen programmable favourites and SPDIF
This new addition to the award winning ''Passion'' range has the ability to record satellite TV programmes via the USB socket on the receiver. You just simply attach the external hard drive to the satellite''s USB socket and either set the timer functions to record a future programme or press record button to comemcing the recording of the TV programme you are watching.
This comprehensive kit includes;
- Passion Satellite Receiver - receives SD or HD digital satellite TV
- 65cm satellite dish - for use throughout the majority of UK and Ireland
- High gain LNB - single, low noise 0.2NF
- HDMI lead
- Full fixing kit and instructions included
Technical Specification
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| Brand | Fortec Star
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| Dish Size | 65cm
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| LNB | Single
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| Includes receiver | Y
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| Receives HD broadcasts | Y
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| USB PVR | Y
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| No CI slots | 2
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| Compatible with 12V | N
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| Includes motor | N
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| Cable length | 10m
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| Video Output | 1 x HDMI, 2 SCART, 1 x RGB, 1 s S-Video, 1 x Composite
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q- what voltage does the reciver run off (is it directly connected to mains or does it run via an AC/DC transmformer)
- PM
Answer- The unit has a direct mains connection.
Q- Can dish motors A16FB or L64AU be used with the receiver in the A53HX kit and if so, which would be the better motor to use? Also, if a dish motor is added to the A53HX kit, would there be any additional items required to complete the installation?
- Mike J
Answer- Yes the product does support that.
Q- If you have an existing Sky dish with multi output LNB could you use one of the ports on it for this system.
- DAVID CHALLINGSWORTH
Answer- Yes the product can be used without issue via a multi output LNB on a Sky dish.
Q- Can this unit accept sky subscription cards?
- robert
Answer- Unfortunately not. Only Sky Receivers can utilise Sky Subscription Cards.
Q- is it possible to change the LNB to a dual and run two boxes showing different channels, from one dish.
- Jim
Answer- Yes the product does support that.
Q- Does the box provide an EPG (electronic program guide)? If so, for how many days?
- Jon
Answer- The item has a 7 day EPG function although some sattelite channels still encrypt said data so only "now and next" data will be visible in those cases.
Q- would I be able to recieve channels from hotbird using this passion free-to-air hd reciever?
- wes
Answer- Yes the product does support that.
Q- Can an existing Sky dish be used to connect to the receiver?
- L Knowles
Answer- i can see no reason why an existing sky dish would not work with this product
Q- Will you require a clear line of sight (of the sky) for the HD+ Free Sat Kit A53HX to work correctly?
- Ben
Answer- yes that is correct
Q- Would this satellite receive main Russian channels?
- Victoria
Answer- Yes the product does support that, providing the dish is of a suitable size.
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