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DStv SWITCH

USER GUIDE

Some of the information in this guide can get a little technical; as always, we recommend the use

of a DStv accredited installer for all your installation needs. It’s easy to locate one in your area - just

go to dstv.com.

You’re one step closer to our world of extraordinary entertainment!

This DStv Switch has been specially designed and manufactured for your

DStv Explora and XtraView installations. You’ll need the DStv Switch in

order to connect your DStv Explora to most existing DStv installations.

This User Guide will help you with simple connections to your satellite

dish, your DStv Explora and some XtraView combinations. If your

installation includes other types of multiswitches, cascading (ie. many

connected) multiswitches or long cable runs, please consult

with a DStv accredited installer.

The DStv Switch (5-2) carries a 12-month warranty from the day you

bought it. Terms and Conditions can be found on dstv.com.

INTRODUCTION

• The DStv Switch (5-2) has:

- Four inputs (labelled H/L, V/L, H/H, V/H);

- Four normal multiswitch outputs (labelled 1 to 4); and

- Two Explora outputs (labelled A and B).

• Each multiswitch output (labelled 1 to 4) outputs a signal equivalent to a

normal multiswitch output or a single LNB output.

• The DStv Switch comes with 3 cables. You may need additional cabling,

depending on your set up.

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Your DStv Switch (5-2)

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Inputs

H/L V/L H/H V/H

Multiswitch outputs

Explora outputs

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• The DStv Switch self-terminates unused ports, which means you don’t have

to cap them.

• When your DStv Switch is connected to a DStv Explora via the Explora

outputs, the “On” LED should be BLUE (this confirms that the switch is

fully powered). Please see troubleshooting tip below if the “On” LED is

RED or not lit. If your DStv Switch is only being used with other decoders

(connected to outputs 1-4) and not with a DStv Explora, the “On” LED will

not be lit.

• Keep in mind - this switch is not a signal booster.

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Troubleshooting Tip

If there is at least one DStv Explora connected to the Explora outputs and the “On” LED is RED or is

not lit, please check that the cables connected to the Explora outputs are: 1) Securely connected (both

to the switch and decoder), 2) are not damaged and 3) That the decoder(s) themselves are switched on

and getting power.

Remember, if there are no decoders connected to the Explora outputs, the “On” LED will not be lit (the

switch will however work with the decoders connected to outputs 1 – 4.)

LNB Requirements

* IS20 is the satellite footprint used for DStv services in Southern Africa. E36 is for East and West

African countries.

** Unicable™, is a standard for single cable distribution of multiple satellite signals. SatCR (Satellite

Cable Router) and CSS (Channel Stacking Switch) both provide Unicable™ solutions.

• If you are in South Africa or Southern Africa (an IS20*installation), your

DStv Switch (5-2) requires input from a twin, quad or quattro LNB. It will

not work if connected to a single feed or UnicableTM LNB**, even if the feed

is split.

• If you’re in Angola or Mozambique (an E36*installation), your DStv

Switch (5-2) requires inputs from either a quad or quattro LNB. It will not

work if connected to a twin LNB, single feed or UnicableTM LNB**, even if

the feed is split.

• If you are located anywhere else in Africa (an E36*installation), your DStv

Switch (5-2) requires input from a twin, quad or quattro LNB. It will not

work if connected to a single feed or UnicableTM LNB**, even if the feed is

split.

If you are unsure of the LNB used in your installation, which satellite your installation connects to, or if

your installation has several multiswitches, we recommend contacting a DStv accredited installer. You

can find your nearest one at www.dstv.com

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Connecting the Inputs from your Satellite Dish

The following diagrams show you how to connect the inputs from your

satellite dish.

Twin LNB Connection (IS20)

Twin LNB

Any LNB cable can

connect to any of these

two inputs

DStv Switch (5-2) H/L V/L H/H V/H

Please Note

• If you have a Unicable™ LNB, you can connect your LNB cable directly to the DStv Explora (there is

no need to use this switch).

• If you have a Unicable™ LNB with multiple decoders in your home, please contact your DStv

accredited installer.

• The DStv Switch (5-2) may not be required when connecting the DStv Explora to existing single-

cable distribution systems (like those found in apartments or complexes). Please refer to the

installer of the system for confirmation.

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Quad LNB Connection (IS20)

Quad LNB

At least two of the quad LNB cables

have to be connected to the H/L and

V/L inputs. Any LNB cable can go to

the any of the latter inputs.

Optional to

connect the

second two quad

LNB cables.

H/L V/L H/H V/H

Twin LNB Connection (E36)

(All countries other than Angola and Mozambique)

Twin LNB

Any LNB cable can

connect to any of

these two inputs

H/L V/L H/H V/H

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Quad LNB

At least two of the quad LNB cables

have to be connected to the H/L and

V/L inputs.

Any LNB cable can go to the any of the

latter inputs.

Optional to

connect the

second two

quad LNB

cables.

H/L V/L H/H V/H

DStv Switch (5-2)

Quad LNB Connection (E36)

(All countries other than Angola and Mozambique)

3 Cable Quad LNB Connection (E36)

(Angola and Mozambique only)

Quad LNB

Any LNB cable can

connect to any of

these 3 inputs

H/L V/L H/H V/H

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Quattro LNB Connection

Quattro LNB Use quattro

LNB output

labels to match

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input labels.

H/L V/L H/H V/H

H/L

V/L

H/H

V/H

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Connecting the DStv Switch (5-2) to one DStv Explora

Once the switch has been connected to the satellite dish, use the

supplied cable and connect output A or B on the switch to the input

labelled UNICABLE™ IN on the back of your DStv Explora.

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DStv Explora

H/L V/L H/H V/H

Connecting the Switch to your Decoder(s)

The DStv Switch (5-2) has two Explora outputs (labelled A and B) and four

normal multiswitch outputs (labelled 1 to 4).

• The Explora outputs can only be connected to a DStv Explora, they aren’t

designed to connect to other decoder models.

• The four normal multiswitch outputs can be connected to up to four single

view decoders, one 4 Tuner HD PVR, or a mix of DStv decoders (other

than the DStv Explora). Again, remember that the DStv Explora cannot be

connected to these particular outputs.

These diagrams exclude the connections between decoders that are required for XtraView. For

information on XtraView installations, including connections and settings, please contact a DStv

accredited installer.

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