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Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Magaz<strong>in</strong>e December 2008<br />
<strong>Sat</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>city</strong>:<br />
The greatest variety of programmes<br />
Digital<strong>Sat</strong><br />
S<strong>in</strong>gle receive path,<br />
multiple advantages<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DIGIT HD8-SX<br />
High-resolution television<br />
with <strong>the</strong> new digital<br />
HD satellite receiver<br />
The HDTV all-rounder<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HDTV40<br />
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editorial<br />
<strong>Sat</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> City<br />
The greatest variety of programmes<br />
with<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> smallest of spaces.<br />
T<br />
he times when satellite receivers lagged<br />
beh<strong>in</strong>d <strong>the</strong> cable equivalents are long<br />
gone. More and more households<br />
worldwide are already receiv<strong>in</strong>g digital satellite<br />
programmes. Thus satellite broadcast<strong>in</strong>g has<br />
long s<strong>in</strong>ce ceased to be a niche solution for<br />
rural areas. News is <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>gly spread<strong>in</strong>g<br />
around cities of <strong>the</strong> numerous advantages of<br />
digital satellite television, because it literally has<br />
<strong>the</strong> greatest number of benefits <strong>in</strong> comparison<br />
to all o<strong>the</strong>r digital means of transmission for<br />
viewers:<br />
Digital quality is of <strong>the</strong> f<strong>in</strong>est, which gives<br />
<strong>the</strong> cable providers a hard time<br />
The digital and free-to-view programme<br />
selection via satellite is unrivalled. This means<br />
cultural variety, which can be accessed with<br />
even <strong>the</strong> most compact satellite antenna. The<br />
programmes reach <strong>the</strong> viewer with strik<strong>in</strong>gly<br />
sharp images and crystal clear sound, and now,<br />
occasionally, with <strong>the</strong> new HDTV, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g<br />
matchless depth of detail and Dolby digital<br />
surround sound. Digital quality is of <strong>the</strong> f<strong>in</strong>est,<br />
which gives <strong>the</strong> cable providers a hard time,<br />
given this one fact:<br />
Digital<strong>Sat</strong> offers a wide choice of digital<br />
side services, which render <strong>the</strong> use of<br />
digital television via satellite even easier<br />
and more comfortable<br />
Digital<strong>Sat</strong> is <strong>the</strong> only form of digital transmission<br />
<strong>in</strong> its class to provide sufficient bandwidth,<br />
to access hundreds of HDTV programmes with<br />
ease. Moreover, <strong>the</strong>re is also a wide choice of<br />
digital side services, which render <strong>the</strong> use of<br />
digital television via satellite even easier and<br />
more comfortable. These <strong>in</strong>clude e.g. DigiButler<br />
services from Techni<strong>Sat</strong>, for example <strong>the</strong> EPG<br />
(Electronic Programme Guide) programme <strong>in</strong>formation<br />
service, <strong>the</strong> programme list manager<br />
ISIPRO or <strong>the</strong> automatic Software Update (of<br />
which <strong>the</strong> most recent are received from AST-<br />
RA 19.2°East), whereby all <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>formation is received<br />
directly from <strong>the</strong> satellite. The access to<br />
digital satellite broadcast<strong>in</strong>g, moreover, comes<br />
with good value and can often be problem-free.<br />
Thanks to Techni<strong>Sat</strong>‘s newly-developed distributor<br />
hardware TechniRouter, <strong>the</strong> complex runn<strong>in</strong>g<br />
of cables becomes a th<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>the</strong> past. The<br />
premium LCD TV from <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HD vision<br />
series, thanks to its built-<strong>in</strong> multi receiver tuner,<br />
Klaus Fuchs<br />
Director International Sales<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A.<br />
can also receive television and radio broadcasts<br />
via satellite without any additional receiver.<br />
HDTV is set to reach <strong>the</strong> next stage of<br />
development<br />
In <strong>the</strong> com<strong>in</strong>g year, 2009, <strong>the</strong> high def<strong>in</strong>ition<br />
television system (HDTV) is set to reach <strong>the</strong> next<br />
stage of development. All those who have seen<br />
<strong>the</strong> p<strong>in</strong>-sharp images on one of <strong>the</strong> new large<br />
LCD screens, which are often accompanied by<br />
outstand<strong>in</strong>g surround sound, already knows<br />
<strong>the</strong> direction <strong>in</strong> which th<strong>in</strong>gs are proceed<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
Digital<strong>Sat</strong> is simply <strong>the</strong> best.<br />
Have fun read<strong>in</strong>g our Techni<strong>Sat</strong> magaz<strong>in</strong>e<br />
“INFODIGITAL”!<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008 3
Content<br />
page 11<br />
TechniVision- 22” LCD-TV<br />
for <strong>the</strong> reception of<br />
DVB-S AND DVB-T<br />
page 44 New USB 2.0 box<br />
SkyStar USB 2 HD CI<br />
4 INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
page 24<br />
DigiDish 33: Really large<br />
selection from small<br />
satellite antennas<br />
8<br />
16<br />
20<br />
24<br />
26<br />
TechniNews<br />
Digital<strong>Sat</strong><br />
S<strong>in</strong>gle receive path, multiple<br />
advantages<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DIGIT HD8-SX:<br />
High-resolution television with <strong>the</strong><br />
new digital HD satellite receiver<br />
<strong>Sat</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> City<br />
DigiDish 33: Really large selection<br />
from small satellite antennas<br />
The HDTV all-rounder:<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HDTV 40
content<br />
The Digital<strong>Sat</strong> advantage:<br />
It‘s so easy to make <strong>the</strong> leap from<br />
analogue to digital!<br />
Travel <strong>the</strong> world with <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
DiSEqC 1.2 antenna motors<br />
TechniRotor and M<strong>in</strong>yMount<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> TechniRouter<br />
The revolution <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> satellite<br />
retrofitt<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Welcome to Techni<strong>Sat</strong>:<br />
Welcome to <strong>the</strong> Headquarters <strong>in</strong><br />
Daun/Germany<br />
page 26<br />
The Techni<strong>Sat</strong> newcomers: HDTV 40/46<br />
34<br />
40<br />
44<br />
48<br />
page 20<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DIGIT HD8-SX:<br />
HDTV of <strong>the</strong> new<br />
generation<br />
page 40<br />
Travel <strong>the</strong> world<br />
with <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DiSEqC 1.2<br />
antenna motors TechniRotor and M<strong>in</strong>yMount<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
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6<br />
TechniTorial<br />
INFODIGITAL - story<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
Infodigital:<br />
A mass of <strong>in</strong>formation<br />
material on „Digital“ topics<br />
Welcome to <strong>the</strong> new edition of INFODIGITAL. We at Techni<strong>Sat</strong> have taken it<br />
upon ourselves to keep our readers up-to-date and well <strong>in</strong>formed about <strong>the</strong><br />
world of digital today. The ma<strong>in</strong> topic today is: <strong>Sat</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>city</strong>.<br />
Digital<strong>Sat</strong>: Programme<br />
choice with unrivalled<br />
image and sound quality<br />
The satellite doma<strong>in</strong> has long been<br />
<strong>in</strong>volved <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> conversion from analogue<br />
to digital. Digital improves <strong>the</strong><br />
quality of <strong>the</strong> images and sounds and<br />
moreover, <strong>the</strong> variety.<br />
Of all <strong>the</strong> various means of digital transmission,<br />
<strong>the</strong> digital satellite TV has, to<br />
date, achieved <strong>the</strong> greatest extent of<br />
digitization. Digital<strong>Sat</strong> allows you access<br />
to broadcasts from all around <strong>the</strong><br />
world. There is quite simply no alternative<br />
to <strong>the</strong> huge bandwidth offered<br />
by satellite transmission.<br />
The digital transmission of image and<br />
sound signals not only allows digital<br />
radio and television to expand out of<br />
orbit. <strong>Sat</strong>ellite transmission is also <strong>the</strong><br />
perfect means for data, such as programme<br />
<strong>in</strong>formation and much more,<br />
to be sent <strong>in</strong> digital form. With its DigiButler<br />
Service feature, Techni<strong>Sat</strong> offers<br />
an entire range of digital helpers,<br />
which exploit this possibility.<br />
For more on <strong>the</strong> specific advantages<br />
Digital<strong>Sat</strong> br<strong>in</strong>gs and how you can<br />
switch easily and cheaply from analogue<br />
to digital, please see page 34.<br />
TechniRouter simplifies<br />
th<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
A few weeks ago, Techni<strong>Sat</strong> launched<br />
its new TechniRouter-System onto <strong>the</strong><br />
market. Normally, for <strong>the</strong> so-called<br />
<strong>Sat</strong>block set-up, a star-cabl<strong>in</strong>g is needed,<br />
s<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>the</strong> satellites transmit <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
broadcasts via two so-called planes<br />
of polarization, mean<strong>in</strong>g that each<br />
digital satellite receiver must be switched<br />
between <strong>the</strong> vertical and horizontal<br />
planes. For new build<strong>in</strong>gs and<br />
renovated properties, modern power<br />
distribution systems have been <strong>in</strong><br />
place for many years. However, <strong>the</strong>re<br />
are, of course, also cable harnesses <strong>in</strong><br />
a so-called tree structure. When <strong>the</strong><br />
latter network was used, to date, <strong>the</strong><br />
full range of <strong>the</strong> Digita<strong>Sat</strong> programme<br />
choice could not be enjoyed <strong>in</strong> its entirety.<br />
However, this all changes with<br />
<strong>the</strong> TechniRouter. The TechniRouter<br />
is controlled by a Digital<strong>Sat</strong> antenna<br />
with a Quatro receiv<strong>in</strong>g unit. The<br />
TechniRouter System by Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
currently allows up to 8 connections.<br />
This means that <strong>in</strong> total, it is possible<br />
to connect up to 8 digital satellite<br />
receivers or <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HD-Vision<br />
flat televisions directly and thus enjoy<br />
<strong>the</strong> entire programme range<br />
available via <strong>the</strong> ASTRA satellite system<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> orbit position 19.2° East.<br />
The TechniRouter System also excels<br />
when used to feed tw<strong>in</strong> receivers.<br />
Read more on page 44.
TechniTorial<br />
New from Techni<strong>Sat</strong>:<br />
HDTV 32/40/46<br />
The firm that developed Techni<strong>Sat</strong>,<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital GmbH <strong>in</strong> Dresden,<br />
have excelled. Today <strong>the</strong> production<br />
of <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HDTV 40 has been<br />
realized. This super HDTV-LCD<br />
television boasts a screen size of<br />
102 cm (40 <strong>in</strong>ches). Also available<br />
are HDTV sets <strong>in</strong> 32 <strong>in</strong>ch (81 cm) and<br />
46 <strong>in</strong>ch (116 cm) models. The HDTV<br />
flat TV from Techni<strong>Sat</strong> is capable of<br />
receiv<strong>in</strong>g broadcasts transmitted <strong>in</strong><br />
HDTV directly and promptly, as well<br />
as receiv<strong>in</strong>g so-called “normal” digital<br />
broadcasts (SDTV). Each HDTV set<br />
from Techni<strong>Sat</strong> also comes with two<br />
HDTV-SD Digital<strong>Sat</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g tuners,<br />
as well as two DVB cable digital<br />
receiv<strong>in</strong>g units, while a fur<strong>the</strong>r two<br />
tuners for DVB-T terrestrial digital<br />
television are also <strong>in</strong>cluded. F<strong>in</strong>ally,<br />
old analogue transmitted material is<br />
also catered for via an antenna and<br />
cable.<br />
For more on what our newest HDTV<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> products have to offer,<br />
please refer to page 26.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
DIGIT HD8-SX –<br />
Standard and High<br />
Def<strong>in</strong>ition <strong>in</strong> one<br />
The DIGIT HD8-XS is a proud member<br />
of <strong>the</strong> „Newest“ products, and ideally<br />
suited for receiv<strong>in</strong>g HD as well as SD<br />
broadcasts. The <strong>in</strong>tegrated CONAX<br />
decod<strong>in</strong>g system, as well as <strong>the</strong><br />
smartcard and SIMcard reader are all<br />
built-<strong>in</strong> to <strong>the</strong> satellite receiver with<br />
<strong>the</strong> future and Pay TV <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d. Two<br />
additional CI slots for fur<strong>the</strong>r decod<strong>in</strong>g<br />
systems turn <strong>the</strong> DIGIT HD8-SX <strong>in</strong>to<br />
a multimedia all-rounder. What else<br />
lies beh<strong>in</strong>d all <strong>the</strong> features packed<br />
<strong>in</strong>to this device? Read for yourself, on<br />
page 20.<br />
Incidentally: There is also a cable<br />
model of <strong>the</strong> DIGIT HD8!<br />
Welcome to Techni<strong>Sat</strong> -<br />
Daun Headquarters<br />
In our column: Welcome to Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
- we are go<strong>in</strong>g back right to <strong>the</strong><br />
roots of <strong>the</strong> bus<strong>in</strong>ess. We would like<br />
to give you a glimpse <strong>in</strong>side our<br />
headquarters, which is based <strong>in</strong><br />
Daun/Germany. For all those wish<strong>in</strong>g<br />
to know more about <strong>the</strong> company<br />
history, how it all began and how it<br />
developed over <strong>the</strong> years, we warmly<br />
<strong>in</strong>vite you to start discover<strong>in</strong>g from<br />
page 48!<br />
We hope you have a lot of fun<br />
read<strong>in</strong>g INFODIGITAL.<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
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TechniNews<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital<br />
presented HDTV;<br />
<strong>the</strong> new highlight<br />
Full HD-idTV at IBC 2008<br />
At this years IBC, which took place as usual<br />
at RAI convention center <strong>in</strong> Amsterdam,<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital presented<br />
<strong>the</strong> new stars for <strong>the</strong><br />
reception of HD-Television<br />
Full-HDTV available <strong>in</strong> 32”,<br />
40” and 46”, manufactured<br />
<strong>in</strong> an exclusive, high-class<br />
Alum<strong>in</strong>ium frame coated<br />
with eloxal and contrast<br />
pane as standard<br />
New developed Dual-HDTV-<br />
Multi tuners for all DVB networks,<br />
Network connectivity<br />
as well as <strong>in</strong>tegrated PVR and<br />
Common Interface as standard<br />
equipment makes <strong>the</strong>se<br />
idTVs to a complete Media Center. HDTV Vision<br />
is fully developed by Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital GmbH <strong>in</strong><br />
Dresden/Germany and manufactured at Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
TeleDigital AG <strong>in</strong> Staßfurt/Germany.<br />
With 16:9 format and Full-HD resolution of<br />
1920x1080 pixels, HDTV Vision is prepared for<br />
display<strong>in</strong>g high-def<strong>in</strong>ition television and movies.<br />
In cont<strong>in</strong>uation of <strong>the</strong> known HD-product<br />
family already manufactured by Techni<strong>Sat</strong>, certified<br />
“Bestpanels”, which are efficient and free<br />
from pixel failures, are implemented <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong>se<br />
high quality products. In addition 16.7 million<br />
colours, a dynamic contrast of 15000:1 as well as<br />
a contrast ratio of 3000:1 argue for an outstand<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and brilliant picture quality <strong>in</strong> HD.<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
Tripple-Dual HDTV-Multi tuner and <strong>in</strong>tergrated<br />
hard drive (PVR) <strong>in</strong>cluded<br />
As additional highlight<br />
HDTV is provided with <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
Dual-Multi tuner<br />
for DVB-S2, DVB-S, DVB-C<br />
and DVB-T. All tuners are<br />
HDTV-TWIN tuners which<br />
allow <strong>the</strong> consumer, toge<strong>the</strong>r<br />
with <strong>the</strong> hard drive<br />
that is equipped as standard,<br />
to record one channel<br />
while watch<strong>in</strong>g ano<strong>the</strong>r,<br />
no matter if <strong>the</strong> signal<br />
is transmitted <strong>in</strong> standard<br />
def<strong>in</strong>ition or high def<strong>in</strong>ition<br />
quality. MPEG2 and<br />
MPEG4 streams are be<strong>in</strong>g decoded by <strong>the</strong> new<br />
flagship of idTVs. HDTV Vision offers an outstand<strong>in</strong>g<br />
feature set and <strong>the</strong> use of an external<br />
Set-Top-Box is not necessary anymore.<br />
Integrated hard drive with digital PVR<br />
The Dual-Multi tuner becomes important for<br />
easy record<strong>in</strong>g to <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated hard drive<br />
disc which is available up to 500 GB disc size.<br />
Ready for PAY-TV<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong>´s new Full-HDTV highlight is prepared<br />
for <strong>the</strong> reception of encrypted programmes<br />
and Pay-TV. With<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> serial equipped smart-<br />
card reader <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated CONAX Conditional<br />
Access System can be used as well, <strong>in</strong> addition,<br />
two Common-Interface Slots (CI) giv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> possibility<br />
of us<strong>in</strong>g also different Conditional Access<br />
Systems toge<strong>the</strong>r with respective CA-Modules.<br />
TV and more<br />
HDTV Vision also allows <strong>the</strong> possibility to record<br />
to HDD from analogue sources via SCART<br />
socket. HDTV Vision offers a firework of connections<br />
like three HDMI ports, S-Video port,<br />
and C<strong>in</strong>chports for analogue Video- and Sound<br />
signals. In addition <strong>the</strong> TV is provided with YUV<br />
component <strong>in</strong>put and correspond<strong>in</strong>g audioconnectors.<br />
This is completed by VGA-connector,<br />
a double SCART-Connector and digital<br />
(optical/electrical) audio connections. A USB<br />
2.0 port offers <strong>the</strong> possibility of add<strong>in</strong>g digital<br />
data-mediums like USB-Sticks or external hard<br />
drivers with USB connection. HDTV Vision is<br />
able to display music or pictures stored at external<br />
devices <strong>in</strong> different formats.<br />
“Master of Audio”<br />
First class 3way bass reflex speakers are<br />
giv<strong>in</strong>g an audio performance, which<br />
was never heard before <strong>in</strong> an idTV unit.<br />
An additional subwoofer output and centerloudspeaker<br />
can be connected with respective<br />
external speaker devices<br />
You can f<strong>in</strong>d fur<strong>the</strong>r <strong>in</strong>formation on page 26.
TechniNews<br />
SkyStar USB 2 box available!<br />
With <strong>the</strong> SkyStar USB 2 Box Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Digital offers all advantages of a PVRreceiver<br />
as a flexible, comfortable and<br />
<strong>in</strong>novative USB box, which enables<br />
watch<strong>in</strong>g TV wherever, your PC is!<br />
SkyStar USB 2 is able to receive digital<br />
television, radio and data services via satellite<br />
(DVB-S). It is adaptable to every PC, which<br />
complies with <strong>the</strong> system requirements<br />
stated below. The USB 2.0 box offers an easy<br />
ITV PARTNER<br />
ЦИФРОВАТА ТЕЛЕВИЗИЯ НА БЪЛГАРИЯ<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital supplies Set-Top-Boxes<br />
with embedded Cryptoworks CA system to<br />
Bulgaria’s second largest Pay-TV provider.<br />
ITV Partner is <strong>the</strong> second largest Pay – TV<br />
provider for digital satellite broadcast <strong>in</strong><br />
Bulgaria – specializ<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> telecommunications<br />
and Internet Services, as well as be<strong>in</strong>g a digital<br />
operator for Pay-TV. They started <strong>in</strong> 2004<br />
under <strong>the</strong> trademark ITV Partner broadcast<strong>in</strong>g<br />
digital radio and television via “Teleport<br />
Sofit” a satellite station especially built for<br />
this purpose. To receive <strong>the</strong> “direct to home”<br />
bouquet from ITV Partner, a decoder us<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and flexible handl<strong>in</strong>g due to <strong>the</strong> USB Port,<br />
which gives <strong>the</strong> opportunity of us<strong>in</strong>g it as an<br />
external “stand alone version”. As <strong>the</strong>re is no<br />
need to implement it <strong>in</strong> a PC or Laptop, it can<br />
ei<strong>the</strong>r be used with your PC at home or with<br />
your Laptop on <strong>the</strong> road.<br />
SkyStar USB 2 box is delivered with DVB<br />
Viewer-Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DigitalEdition - an user<br />
friendly tool, Electronic Programme Guide<br />
(EPG) and Teletext. SkyStar USB 2 as a Personal<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital extends cooperation<br />
with ITV Partner <strong>in</strong> Bulgaria<br />
Cryptoworks CA supplied by Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital<br />
S.A., is required as well as a 60-80 cm antenna.<br />
This equipment allows every customer to<br />
receive <strong>the</strong> wide and comprehensive range of<br />
TV and radio programmes that ITV Partner has<br />
to offer, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g channels such as Eurosport<br />
HD <strong>in</strong> different languages, HBO Bulgaria, Fox<br />
Crime Bulgaria, Discovery Channel Eastern<br />
Europe and Animal Planet Eastern Europe.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A. has its <strong>in</strong>ternational<br />
headquarters <strong>in</strong> Betzdorf/Luxembourg and<br />
is <strong>the</strong> supplier of <strong>the</strong> digital satellite receivers<br />
with embedded Cryptoworks decryption,<br />
required for <strong>the</strong> reception of <strong>the</strong> full bouquet<br />
Video Recorder (PVR), which can be operated<br />
manually or through <strong>the</strong> EPG. Ano<strong>the</strong>r very<br />
useful feature is <strong>the</strong> TimeShift function - it<br />
allows you to watch your recorded show <strong>in</strong><br />
time shift, so you will not miss anyth<strong>in</strong>g if <strong>the</strong><br />
telephone r<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />
SkyStar USB 2 always comes with a remote<br />
control unit and an <strong>in</strong>tegrated <strong>in</strong>frared<br />
sensor.<br />
For more <strong>in</strong>formation visit www.technisat.com<br />
offered by ITV Partners. Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital has<br />
several production locations, as well as R&D<br />
departments throughout Europe, with both<br />
<strong>the</strong> head office and production located <strong>in</strong><br />
Germany. Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital was founded <strong>in</strong><br />
1986 and <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>ternational Sales Department<br />
was set up <strong>in</strong> Luxembourg <strong>in</strong> 1997. The<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital Group employs nearly 1500<br />
people <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> various locations.<br />
ITV Partner and Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital started <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
cooperation <strong>in</strong> 2007 and this will be extended<br />
over <strong>the</strong> next two years with Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Digital Set-Top-Boxes be<strong>in</strong>g offered to <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
customers.<br />
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Vectra S.A. <strong>in</strong> Poland<br />
The long and successful<br />
bus<strong>in</strong>ess relationship between<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital Sp.z.o.o. and<br />
Vectra S.A. will go on!<br />
The collaboration between Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital<br />
Sp.z.o.o. and VECTRA S.A. will cont<strong>in</strong>ue<br />
<strong>in</strong> 2008. Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital Sp.z.o.o. located<br />
<strong>in</strong> Oberniki Slaskie near Roclaw is one of <strong>the</strong><br />
affiliates of Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A. located <strong>in</strong><br />
Betzdorf, Luxembourg. Both companies are<br />
part of <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Group headquartered<br />
based <strong>in</strong> Daun, Germany.<br />
Due to <strong>the</strong> positive development on <strong>the</strong> Polish<br />
market, Techni<strong>Sat</strong> decided to have a production<br />
plant on-site to utilize <strong>the</strong> good market<br />
situation and to provide customers not only<br />
with high quality products <strong>in</strong> time, but with<br />
short delivery times and ways as well.<br />
The production of Set-Top-Boxes for satellite,<br />
cable and terrestrial signals has started <strong>in</strong><br />
2006 and is one of <strong>the</strong> latest <strong>in</strong> Poland. In <strong>the</strong><br />
meantime <strong>the</strong> number of employees comes<br />
up to nearly 300. The capa<strong>city</strong> of <strong>the</strong> Factory<br />
is around 4000 Set-Top-Boxes per day. At <strong>the</strong><br />
beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g of 2008 Techni<strong>Sat</strong> has decided to<br />
extend <strong>the</strong> product range of Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital<br />
Sp.z.o.o. about <strong>the</strong>ir PC-products. Toge<strong>the</strong>r<br />
with <strong>the</strong> production site Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital<br />
Sp.z.o.o. has established a Sales Department<br />
which is responsible for customers on <strong>the</strong> local<br />
market. The Sales Team is beside <strong>the</strong> retail<br />
market also effective <strong>in</strong> bus<strong>in</strong>ess with local<br />
Operators: Especially with <strong>the</strong> 2nd largest<br />
cable operator <strong>in</strong> Poland - VECTRA S.A..<br />
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Techni<strong>Sat</strong> has a good and successful relationship<br />
with VECTRA S.A. s<strong>in</strong>ce 2006 which will<br />
be enhanced <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> future. VECTRA S.A. with<br />
a market share of around 15% is <strong>the</strong> 2nd largest<br />
cable operator <strong>in</strong> Poland and also effective<br />
as a triple play service provider offer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> access to TV, Internet and Telephone.<br />
The data referr<strong>in</strong>g to cable operators <strong>in</strong> Poland,<br />
published by <strong>the</strong> Polish Chamber of<br />
Electronic Communication shows that VEC-<br />
TRA has around 657.000 subscribers and operates<br />
<strong>in</strong> 137 cities (source: PIKE, March 2008).<br />
Nearly 83% do still use Analogue transmission<br />
whereas 110.000 users have already switched<br />
to Digital where HD technology is available.<br />
This k<strong>in</strong>d of transmission is meanwhile offered<br />
<strong>in</strong> several dozen cities.<br />
S<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>the</strong> beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>the</strong> cooperation <strong>in</strong><br />
2006 Techni<strong>Sat</strong> supplied Vectra S.A. with<br />
nearly 100.000 receivers. Techni<strong>Sat</strong> could<br />
conv<strong>in</strong>ce with advanced, <strong>in</strong>novated and high<br />
quality products. Due to <strong>the</strong> production <strong>in</strong><br />
Poland Techni<strong>Sat</strong> has, compared to o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
vendors, <strong>the</strong> advantage to deliver with short<br />
notice, <strong>in</strong>-time and <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> exact quantity required<br />
by VECTRA´s local offices.<br />
All cable receivers produced for VECTRA<br />
comply with strict requirements concern<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> safety level set by CONAX.<br />
Devices sold by Techni<strong>Sat</strong> are Made <strong>in</strong> Europe<br />
and characterized by high quality as well as<br />
<strong>the</strong> latest know-how which is confirmed by<br />
numerously outstand<strong>in</strong>g test results.<br />
This is one of <strong>the</strong> reasons VECTRA has decided<br />
to streng<strong>the</strong>n <strong>the</strong> cooperation with Techni-<br />
<strong>Sat</strong> Digital Sp.z.o.o. for <strong>the</strong> future. In addition<br />
to that Techni<strong>Sat</strong> could, <strong>in</strong> April 2008, come<br />
up with an <strong>in</strong>novative pair<strong>in</strong>g function which<br />
is <strong>in</strong>cluded <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Set-Top-Boxes produced for<br />
VECTRA. With this Techni<strong>Sat</strong> is already at <strong>the</strong><br />
latest standard regard<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> actual CONAX<br />
safety level requirements. This is one more<br />
reason for <strong>the</strong> long-last<strong>in</strong>g cooperation between<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> and VECTRA.<br />
Mr. Slawomir Topczewski, VECTRA´s CTO and<br />
CIO states: “The equipment delivered by<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> was developed precisely accord<strong>in</strong>g<br />
to our expectations. Thanks to that <strong>the</strong><br />
company goes forward with us <strong>in</strong> gett<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong><br />
majority of <strong>the</strong> Polish digital TV market!”<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> is pleased that VECTRA S.A. trusts<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir products and that <strong>the</strong>y are <strong>in</strong>terested<br />
to <strong>in</strong>tensify <strong>the</strong>ir collaboration with <strong>the</strong>m.<br />
That shows that Techni<strong>Sat</strong> is always up-todate<br />
and ahead of <strong>the</strong> time and that we are<br />
on <strong>the</strong> right way on <strong>the</strong> Polish market.
TechniNews<br />
TechniVision- 22” LCD-TV for <strong>the</strong><br />
reception of DVB-S AND DVB-T<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital presents its new LCD –<br />
TV TechniVision with 22“ display which is<br />
ready for reception of DVB-S and DVB-T<br />
signals<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital, a specialist <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> development<br />
and production of IDTVs presents <strong>the</strong><br />
TechniVision 22 ST - a LCD-TV with <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
Multituner for both: DVB-S and DVB-T television.<br />
TechniVision 22 ST with its screen size of<br />
55cm extends <strong>the</strong> product range of Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Digital about one more size of TVs.<br />
Space efficient<br />
Because of its compact size and <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
Multi tuner for DVB-S and DVB-T reception<br />
TechniVision 22 ST offers a very flexible usage.<br />
The LCD-TV can be placed perfectly <strong>in</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> kitchen or <strong>the</strong> bedroom as a full alternative<br />
to a larger screen size, without miss<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong><br />
advantages offered by all TVs developed and<br />
manufactured by Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital.<br />
Easy handl<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Handl<strong>in</strong>g of TechniVision 22 ST is easy and<br />
comfortable. Due to <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated Multituner<br />
<strong>the</strong> 22“ device is ready for <strong>the</strong> reception of<br />
radio- and television programmes via digital<br />
satellite and digital terrestrial signal without<br />
additional Set-Top-Box. Fur<strong>the</strong>r TechniVision<br />
22 ST is able to receive programmes via analogue<br />
cable and all functions can be operated<br />
with a s<strong>in</strong>gle remote control.<br />
TV and more<br />
As already well-known from o<strong>the</strong>r products,<br />
developed by Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital, <strong>the</strong> 22“ flat<br />
screen is equipped with all connections needed.<br />
Beside a HDMI-Input for connection to a<br />
DVD-Player, a PC, game player or a digital camera,<br />
TechniVision is also equipped with a VGA<br />
Input, as well as S-Video- and Audio-Input.<br />
Naturally you can still use your headphones<br />
with TechniVision 22 ST.<br />
With this new highlight Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital<br />
puts a high quality alternative to<br />
<strong>the</strong> large flat screens on <strong>the</strong> market.<br />
TechniVision 22 ST makes <strong>the</strong> famous Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Digital quality affordable <strong>in</strong> small spaces or as<br />
a second or third device for kitchen, bedrooms<br />
and do not be surprised if you f<strong>in</strong>d it <strong>in</strong> your hotel<br />
room too, due to its “Hotel Menu” function.<br />
Features<br />
- LCD-widescreen<br />
- Screen size: 22“ (55 cm visible display)<br />
- Format: 16:10<br />
- Resolution: 1680 x 1050 (l<strong>in</strong>es x rows)<br />
- Brightness: 300cd/m2<br />
- Contrast ratio: 700:1<br />
- Response time: 5 ms (black and white)<br />
- Angle:160° v / 170° h<br />
- Adjustable display format: 4:3, 16:9,<br />
Zoom 1, Zoom 2<br />
- Hotelmode<br />
- OSD languages: German, English,<br />
French, Italian, Spanish<br />
- Dimensions (W x H x D):<br />
without base: 53 x 40.5 x 6.5 cm<br />
with base: 53 x 45.5 x 20.5 cm<br />
- Weight: approx. 8.5 kg<br />
Features <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
DVB-S- and DVB-T Tuner:<br />
- Programme Information Service “SiehFern Info”<br />
- Software Update via satellite<br />
(ASTRA 19.2°East)<br />
and DVB-T<br />
- ISIPRO: Programme list manager via satellite<br />
(ASTRA 19.2°East)<br />
Connections:<br />
- 1 HDMI connection<br />
- 1 VGA In<br />
- 1 SCART connection<br />
- 1 headphone output<br />
Scope of delivery:<br />
- 1 remote control<br />
- 12V/ 230 V ma<strong>in</strong> adapter<br />
- Manual<br />
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TechniNews<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital Supplier of<br />
new idTVs to Hi-Fi Klubben<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital and Hi-Fi Klubben look<br />
forward to cont<strong>in</strong>u<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong>ir successful<br />
partnership <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> future with Technisat as<br />
<strong>the</strong> supplier of Hi-Fi Klubben’s new generation<br />
of idTVs with Tw<strong>in</strong> HD multi-reception<br />
tuner <strong>in</strong> an outstand<strong>in</strong>g high class design.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Teledigital AG, located <strong>in</strong> Staßfurt/<br />
Germany produces Technisat’s extensive range<br />
of flat screen TVs. Founded <strong>in</strong> 1998 it cont<strong>in</strong>ues<br />
a long and established tradition occupy<strong>in</strong>g<br />
a plant that has manufactured televisions<br />
for eighty years and saw <strong>the</strong> development of<br />
<strong>the</strong> first “Super” TV <strong>in</strong> 1927.<br />
F<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g a high quality idTV manufactur<strong>in</strong>g facility<br />
has been of paramount importance to<br />
Hi-Fi Klubben. The Technisat factory <strong>in</strong> Staßfurt<br />
ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong>s <strong>the</strong> highest level of quality,<br />
employ<strong>in</strong>g very experienced personnel and<br />
state-of-<strong>the</strong>-art assembly l<strong>in</strong>es and manufactur<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
It represents German quality at its<br />
best.<br />
Hi-Fi Klubben, founded <strong>in</strong> 1980 by Mr. Peter<br />
Lyngdorf, with <strong>the</strong> concept of direct-to-you<br />
high quality audio and video products, is<br />
part of <strong>the</strong> AudioNord International group <strong>in</strong><br />
Denmark. Hi-Fi Klubben is Scand<strong>in</strong>avia’s largest<br />
specialized audio/video retail cha<strong>in</strong>, with<br />
more than 70 shops <strong>in</strong> Denmark, Sweden and<br />
Norway.<br />
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Techni<strong>Sat</strong>’s Research & Development department<br />
<strong>in</strong> Dresden prides itself on <strong>in</strong>novative<br />
and high class products. Hi-Fi Klubben has<br />
worked side-by-side with some of <strong>the</strong> most<br />
experienced TV platform eng<strong>in</strong>eers <strong>in</strong> Europe<br />
to develop idTVs for <strong>the</strong> Scand<strong>in</strong>avian market.<br />
“The knowledge is at <strong>the</strong> highest level and<br />
<strong>the</strong>re is a common understand<strong>in</strong>g of reach<strong>in</strong>g<br />
an optimal result on all details. We are very<br />
happy to work with <strong>the</strong> Dresden development<br />
team and believe we have got <strong>the</strong> best<br />
TV <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> world out of this corporation,“ says<br />
Mr. Klaus M. Philipsen, Director of Product<br />
Management & Sourc<strong>in</strong>g at AudioNord International.<br />
The Sales, Market<strong>in</strong>g and Technical departments<br />
of Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A. have worked<br />
closely with Hi-Fi Klubben to establish new<br />
versions of <strong>the</strong> well known idTV. Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Digital has cont<strong>in</strong>ually demonstrated its ability<br />
to respond to <strong>the</strong> needs of its customers.<br />
IdTVs with 32” and 40” screens as well as a 40”<br />
version with <strong>in</strong>tegrated hard disc drive and<br />
Tw<strong>in</strong> HD multi-reception tuner have been developed<br />
and are available for <strong>the</strong> Christmas<br />
market. The idTVs with full HD-panel are also<br />
equipped with MPEG2/MPEG4 decod<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
AAC support for <strong>the</strong> Norwegian DTT market.<br />
With <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated CONAX card reader and<br />
two PCMCIA <strong>in</strong>terfaces for CI modules, <strong>the</strong><br />
idTV allows reception of both free-to-air services<br />
and encrypted services us<strong>in</strong>g VIACESS,<br />
CONAX, IRDETO and o<strong>the</strong>rs.<br />
The new idTV l<strong>in</strong>e produced by Tech<strong>in</strong><strong>Sat</strong> for<br />
Hi-Fi Klubben carries <strong>the</strong> NAD brand - associated<br />
with high quality CE products.<br />
“The new TV range will cont<strong>in</strong>ue to build <strong>the</strong><br />
NAD brand and <strong>in</strong> Hi-Fi Klubben we believe<br />
that <strong>the</strong> Tech<strong>in</strong><strong>Sat</strong> produced NAD TV’s will lift<br />
<strong>the</strong> NAD brand to an even higher level,” says<br />
Mr. Klaus M. Philipsen.<br />
Hi-Fi Klubben will <strong>in</strong>troduce <strong>the</strong> new TV’s dur<strong>in</strong>g<br />
November and December 2008 and <strong>the</strong>y<br />
will be available <strong>in</strong> all of <strong>the</strong> 75 Hi-Fi Klubben<br />
stores across Scand<strong>in</strong>avia.<br />
Mr. Klaus Fuchs, Manag<strong>in</strong>g Director of Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Digital S.A. <strong>in</strong> Betzdorf, welcomes <strong>the</strong><br />
fur<strong>the</strong>r cooperation with Hi-Fi Klubben: “Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
is proud to reach up to 50% market share<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> past years with<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Hi-Fi Klubben<br />
sales organisation <strong>in</strong> terms of sales of idTVs.<br />
The new LCD generation idTV3 which is supplied<br />
to Hi-Fi Klubben now, will guarantee <strong>the</strong><br />
future success of <strong>the</strong> cooperation between<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital and Hi-Fi Klubben by distribut<strong>in</strong>g<br />
outstand<strong>in</strong>g idTV products <strong>in</strong>side <strong>the</strong><br />
most successful HiFi Retailer <strong>in</strong> Scand<strong>in</strong>avia.“
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Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital UK Ltd., Milton Keynes/ United K<strong>in</strong>gdom<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital International group enhances<br />
its Sales activity abroad by <strong>the</strong> establishment<br />
of Sales Departments at <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
affiliates <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> United K<strong>in</strong>gdom and Hungary<br />
Company Structure<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital International group located<br />
<strong>in</strong> Betzdorf/Luxembourg is responsible for <strong>in</strong>ternational<br />
Sales and is part of <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Group, with headquarters <strong>in</strong> Daun/Germany.<br />
The company was founded <strong>in</strong> 1987 and has<br />
three production sites <strong>in</strong> Germany, plus Poland<br />
and Hungary. Techni<strong>Sat</strong>’s R&D Departments<br />
are located <strong>in</strong> Dresden/Germany and<br />
Milton Keynes/UK. Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Group currently<br />
employees around 1.500 people throughout<br />
Europe, with <strong>the</strong> majority located <strong>in</strong> Germany.<br />
The International group consists of Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Digital Sp.z.o.o. located <strong>in</strong> Oberniki-Slaskie/<br />
Poland, Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital UK Ltd. <strong>in</strong> Milton<br />
Keynes and Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital Kft. Hungary.<br />
Pioneer<strong>in</strong>g activities<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital GmbH, Daun/Germany<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital streng<strong>the</strong>ns <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>ternational sales activity!<br />
The Polish Sales Department has already established<br />
successful bus<strong>in</strong>ess with some of<br />
Poland’s largest Operators. The Polish Market<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Department is responsible for creat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> necessary strategies to promote Techni-<br />
<strong>Sat</strong>’s Corporate Identity, but tailored to <strong>the</strong> local<br />
market needs. This has covered customer<br />
campaigns, plus <strong>the</strong> website and market<strong>in</strong>g<br />
collateral <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir language.<br />
With <strong>the</strong> Sales and Market<strong>in</strong>g Departments<br />
located on <strong>the</strong> factory site, a high level of customer<br />
support and service is guaranteed.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital Sp.z.o.o’s capabilities have<br />
streng<strong>the</strong>ned <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> International<br />
group and from this experience, <strong>the</strong> decision<br />
has been taken to start <strong>the</strong> correspond<strong>in</strong>g<br />
functions at Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital’s affiliates <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
United K<strong>in</strong>gdom and Hungary.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital Sp.z.o.o., Oborniki Śląskie/Poland<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital Kft.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A., Betzdorf/Luxembourg<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Hungary Kft. is currently located <strong>in</strong><br />
Budapest but will move to Abasár when <strong>the</strong><br />
production site is completed at <strong>the</strong> end of <strong>the</strong><br />
year. Production of mount<strong>in</strong>gs and satellite<br />
dishes will <strong>the</strong>n start. Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital’s decision<br />
to establish a new production facility<br />
and sales <strong>in</strong> Abasár is based on <strong>the</strong> significant<br />
progress of digital terrestrial TV <strong>in</strong> Hungary. A<br />
new Sales Manager, work<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> Hungary for<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>ternational Sales Team, started at <strong>the</strong><br />
beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g of November.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital UK Ltd.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital UK is located <strong>in</strong> Milton Keynes<br />
and consists of a group of dedicated product<br />
development eng<strong>in</strong>eers with extensive<br />
software and hardware expertise. This is now<br />
be<strong>in</strong>g complemented by <strong>the</strong> appo<strong>in</strong>tment of<br />
a new Sales Manager, who started at <strong>the</strong> end<br />
of October and a Market<strong>in</strong>g Manager <strong>in</strong> order<br />
to address <strong>the</strong> UK market. With HD satellite<br />
services and extensive digital terrestrial penetration,<br />
<strong>the</strong> UK offers unique opportunities<br />
for future product development and sales.<br />
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Special<br />
Review:<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A.<br />
at IBC 2008<br />
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Techni<strong>Sat</strong> is look<strong>in</strong>g back at very<br />
successful days <strong>in</strong> Amsterdam. The<br />
IBC trade fair for broadcast, satellite-<br />
and cable reception equipment<br />
was an outstand<strong>in</strong>g bus<strong>in</strong>ess<br />
venture for <strong>the</strong> company.<br />
In <strong>the</strong> follow<strong>in</strong>g we want to present<br />
you <strong>the</strong> Highlights of <strong>the</strong> 5 days <strong>in</strong><br />
Amsterdam...<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A. exhibits its<br />
products at IBC <strong>in</strong> Amsterdam for<br />
years. This year’s attendance shows,<br />
that <strong>the</strong> International Broadcast trade<br />
fair is gett<strong>in</strong>g more and more popular<br />
for both: exhibitors and visitors:<br />
This year IBC 2008 has proved to be<br />
a record–break<strong>in</strong>g event <strong>in</strong> visitor<br />
attendance, <strong>the</strong> number of registra-<br />
One of <strong>the</strong> highlights at IBC: Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HDTV 46.
tions and exhibitors tak<strong>in</strong>g part. IBC<br />
recorded 77.041 registrations and<br />
46.250 visitors attended <strong>the</strong> show,<br />
break<strong>in</strong>g all previous records by nearly<br />
5%. Visitors came from over 130<br />
countries worldwide – a perfect opportunity<br />
to present <strong>the</strong> new product<br />
highlights.<br />
Not only <strong>the</strong> strong colours turn <strong>the</strong><br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> booth <strong>in</strong>to an “eye-catcher”.<br />
Between <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r booths, with<br />
unobtrusive colours, <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
booth was <strong>in</strong> sight afar: One of <strong>the</strong><br />
brand marks of <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Group.<br />
But also <strong>the</strong> products have attracted<br />
many visitors: The new Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
HDTV 46 and HDTV 40 aroused <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong>terest of numerous guests, which<br />
were sold on <strong>the</strong> high-class design as<br />
well as <strong>the</strong> outstand<strong>in</strong>g technology.<br />
In addition to HDTV, Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital<br />
also presented its highlights <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
field of PC- and <strong>Sat</strong>ellite Reception<br />
technology. In <strong>the</strong> follow<strong>in</strong>g we will<br />
present our newcomers and IBC highlights<br />
2008:<br />
Set-top-boxes<br />
Digital HDTV receiver for reception of<br />
digital satellite or digital cablel: DIGIT<br />
HD8-SX and DIGIT HD8-CX.<br />
PC products<br />
SkyStar 2 TV – PCI card for IP data reception<br />
via satellite.<br />
SkyStar USB 2 HD CI – external USB 2.0<br />
box for <strong>the</strong> reception of digital highresolution<br />
television and radio programmes<br />
via satellite, equipped with<br />
an <strong>in</strong>tegrated CI-Slot.<br />
These come along with a lot of different<br />
PC cards and USB boxes – available<br />
for <strong>the</strong> reception of DVD-S, DVD-C<br />
and DVB-T.<br />
<strong>Sat</strong>ellite Reception Technology –<br />
TechniRouter – GigaSystem<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital has exclusively presented<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir TechniRouters and Multi-<br />
Switches at IBC 2008.<br />
The TechniRouter is a s<strong>in</strong>gle cable solution<br />
without programme limitation!<br />
Exist<strong>in</strong>g cable structure <strong>in</strong> residential<br />
build<strong>in</strong>gs can be upgraded with digital<br />
satellite signals from a satellite<br />
option without any need for relay<strong>in</strong>g<br />
of cables. The ground unit enables to<br />
provide up to eight attendees with <strong>the</strong><br />
satellite or terrestrial signal, with <strong>in</strong>terl<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g<br />
a cascade unit <strong>the</strong> number<br />
of receptors can be <strong>in</strong>creased to 16.<br />
GigaSystem 17/8 G was also one of<br />
our highlights presented <strong>in</strong> Amsterdam.<br />
This system offers <strong>the</strong> distribution<br />
of four satellite positions and can<br />
be extended to a high number of attendees.<br />
GigaSystem 17/8 G considers<br />
that beside <strong>the</strong> usage for television<br />
also Internet connection is receivable<br />
via satellite today and that just one<br />
satellite position is not longer up-todate.<br />
For sure, <strong>the</strong>se products are qualified<br />
for <strong>the</strong> transmission of HD satellite TV!<br />
Due to our nice and comfortable atmosphere<br />
at <strong>the</strong> booth, that some of<br />
<strong>the</strong> visitors called to be a liv<strong>in</strong>g room,<br />
comb<strong>in</strong>ed with outstand<strong>in</strong>g highquality<br />
products we have been able<br />
to welcome a lot of customers dur<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> days.<br />
We like to thank all who visited our<br />
booth at IBC2008 and hope we will<br />
see us aga<strong>in</strong> at IBC 2009!<br />
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Digital<strong>Sat</strong><br />
S<strong>in</strong>gle receive path, multiple<br />
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advantages<br />
In comparison to o<strong>the</strong>r means of digital transmission, <strong>the</strong> advantages of<br />
digital satellite television appear limitless. With a considerably greater choice<br />
of programmes than digital antenna television (DVB-T) or digital cable<br />
(DVB-C), with only one-time acquisition costs and optionally expandable<br />
transmission capacities, e.g. for HDTV or varied digital additional services,<br />
DigitalSAT rema<strong>in</strong>s at <strong>the</strong> forefront of <strong>the</strong> digital broadcast revolution.<br />
Experience <strong>the</strong> variety of programmes<br />
available on DigitalSAT for example, us<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DigiDish, only 33 cm <strong>in</strong> size.<br />
For more details on this m<strong>in</strong>i satellite antenna,<br />
please see page 24.
Analogue broadcast<strong>in</strong>g is set<br />
to be phased-out on a Europe-wide<br />
basis by 2012. In <strong>the</strong><br />
meantime, almost all TV production<br />
has become digitalized. The same is<br />
largely true for digital TV receivers.<br />
Already by <strong>the</strong> first half of 2007,<br />
LCD flat screen televisions, <strong>in</strong> many<br />
cases often set up to receive high<br />
resolution HDTV broadcasts, were<br />
outsell<strong>in</strong>g CRT televisions for <strong>the</strong><br />
first time. The trend toward a large<br />
area with sharp pictures has persisted<br />
through to <strong>the</strong> second half of<br />
2008. Moreover, many of <strong>the</strong> LCD<br />
televisions can also receive terrestrial<br />
digital broadcasts directly. Premium<br />
LCD flat screen televisions,<br />
e.g. like <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> models <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
HD vision family are also set up to<br />
receive broadcasts from analogue<br />
antennas and cable programmes,<br />
as well as programmes via Digital<br />
<strong>Sat</strong> (DVB-S), Digital cable (DVB-C)<br />
and digital via antenna without<br />
any additional receiver box. Of all<br />
<strong>the</strong> means of digital transmission<br />
available, <strong>the</strong> digital satellite television<br />
has demonstrated <strong>the</strong> highest<br />
grade digitalization to date. Admittedly,<br />
analogue broadcasts are still<br />
be<strong>in</strong>g transmitted by satellite, but<br />
<strong>the</strong> rate of digitalization is grow<strong>in</strong>g<br />
as we speak.<br />
Free<strong>Sat</strong>: Get <strong>the</strong> best <strong>in</strong> a<br />
s<strong>in</strong>gle package<br />
Good value and easily retrofittable for<br />
all exist<strong>in</strong>g cable topography, all you<br />
need for digital TV via satellite is a oneoff<br />
purchase payment. Once <strong>the</strong> costeffective<br />
satellite unit is <strong>in</strong>stalled, you<br />
will have access to hundreds of digital<br />
TV and radio broadcasters without any<br />
problem.<br />
Free-to-view programmes<br />
from all over <strong>the</strong> world<br />
Via DigitalSAT, you have access to<br />
broadcasters from all over <strong>the</strong> world,<br />
regardless of <strong>the</strong> default receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
position. ASTRA 19.2º East, Eutelsat<br />
Hotbird 13º East, Euroasia-TÜRKSAT<br />
42° East and o<strong>the</strong>r orbit positions are<br />
presently accessible with <strong>the</strong> most<br />
compact receiv<strong>in</strong>g units, e.g. such as<br />
<strong>the</strong> DigiDish 33 *. However, customers<br />
us<strong>in</strong>g cable, due to <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>herently limited<br />
transmission capa<strong>city</strong>, receive<br />
only a comparatively small choice of<br />
programmes.<br />
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With <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
DigiCorder HD S2X, digital<br />
satellite television can<br />
also be recorded <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
new high resolution HDTV<br />
standard. An <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
double tuner allows both<br />
<strong>the</strong> record<strong>in</strong>g of one<br />
broadcast and <strong>the</strong> view<strong>in</strong>g<br />
of ano<strong>the</strong>r at <strong>the</strong> same<br />
time.<br />
Set-up for Pay TV<br />
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Whe<strong>the</strong>r you love sport or action movies<br />
- all those keen on <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and specially targeted offer<strong>in</strong>gs on<br />
Pay TV, will f<strong>in</strong>d <strong>the</strong>mselves on <strong>the</strong><br />
right track with satellite. The transmission<br />
and access to paid content has<br />
been tested for years and functions<br />
<strong>in</strong> a similar way to <strong>the</strong> access to mobile<br />
phone networks via rechargeable<br />
prepaid cards. S<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>the</strong>re are various<br />
decod<strong>in</strong>g and encrypt<strong>in</strong>g systems<br />
available on <strong>the</strong> market, <strong>the</strong> best<br />
satellite receivers, as well as hav<strong>in</strong>g<br />
an <strong>in</strong>tegrated decod<strong>in</strong>g system and<br />
relevant Smartcard readers, <strong>the</strong>y also<br />
<strong>in</strong>corporate common <strong>in</strong>terface slots,<br />
via which you can have expanded<br />
access to a range of access authorization<br />
systems.<br />
Multiple satellites with<br />
just a s<strong>in</strong>gle key<br />
The ability to receive programmes<br />
from multiple satellite orbits at <strong>the</strong><br />
same time with just a s<strong>in</strong>gle key sees<br />
satellite television shake off <strong>the</strong> last<br />
of <strong>the</strong> restrictions <strong>in</strong> terms of programme<br />
choice. The Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Multytenne,<br />
thanks to a clever arrangement<br />
of receiv<strong>in</strong>g units, is capable<br />
of receiv<strong>in</strong>g signals from up to four<br />
orbit positions at <strong>the</strong> same time, and<br />
thus provides access to more than<br />
3000 TV and radio programmes from<br />
all over <strong>the</strong> world.<br />
Increased bandwidth,<br />
<strong>in</strong>creased actuality<br />
This figure is clear evidence of <strong>the</strong><br />
vast capacities and ultimately <strong>the</strong> superiority<br />
of <strong>the</strong> digital satellite transmission<br />
option. There is no real alternative<br />
to <strong>the</strong> vast bandwidth which<br />
satellite transmission makes available.<br />
In this way, <strong>the</strong> complete means<br />
of transmission for digital television<br />
marks a path, from <strong>the</strong> production<br />
location back to <strong>the</strong> programme<br />
makers, predom<strong>in</strong>antly via <strong>the</strong> orbit.<br />
Even some programmes transmitted<br />
over cable must first be transmitted<br />
to <strong>the</strong> cable company via satellite,<br />
to subsequently be fed <strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong> cable<br />
TV network. This sometimes eats<br />
up valuable seconds and may hence<br />
cause view<strong>in</strong>g delays.<br />
More quality, HDTV and<br />
<strong>the</strong> future<br />
Digital TV represents distortion-free<br />
television with brilliant colors and<br />
crystal clear sound. Increas<strong>in</strong>g numbers<br />
of TV broadcasters are spend<strong>in</strong>g<br />
more on <strong>in</strong>creased bandwidth for<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir digital programmes. This allows<br />
programmes which are still transmitted<br />
<strong>in</strong> s<strong>in</strong>gle def<strong>in</strong>ition format, namely<br />
with 720 x 560 pixels to be shown<br />
with less compression, which clearly<br />
enhances <strong>the</strong> image and sound quality.<br />
The <strong>in</strong>creased bandwidth available<br />
for <strong>the</strong> transmission of digital satellite<br />
programmes, at <strong>the</strong> same time,<br />
represents a consistent preparatory
The popular DIGIT MF-4SX, which excels <strong>in</strong> multiple fields, is <strong>the</strong> ideal means of<br />
access<strong>in</strong>g satellite television. With <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated CONAX decod<strong>in</strong>g system as well as<br />
a common Interface, it is also optimally suited to receive Pay TV broadcasts.<br />
step for <strong>the</strong> HDTV test operation, to<br />
which <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>g numbers of broadcasters<br />
aspire. With almost five times<br />
<strong>the</strong> image <strong>in</strong>formation, HDTV clearly<br />
requires more bandwidth for transmission<br />
than SD television <strong>in</strong> PAL<br />
format. DolbyDigital surround sound<br />
also does not reach its full potential<br />
with <strong>the</strong> range of bandwidth currently<br />
available.<br />
DigiButler Service<br />
The <strong>in</strong>tegrated DigiButler Service is<br />
a collection of high-quality services,<br />
which have been designed to guarantee<br />
<strong>the</strong> user at all times a maximum<br />
of convenience and simplifi<strong>city</strong><br />
of operation. Amongst <strong>the</strong>m is <strong>the</strong><br />
AutoInstall function, which leads <strong>the</strong><br />
viewer step by step through <strong>the</strong> vec-<br />
essary sett<strong>in</strong>gs when first putt<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong><br />
appliance <strong>in</strong>to operation.<br />
Internet via <strong>Sat</strong>ellit<br />
Access to <strong>the</strong> Internet via satellite<br />
has also cont<strong>in</strong>ually grown <strong>in</strong> recent<br />
years. While downloads via satellite<br />
could previously only be handled<br />
via a slow modem connection, users<br />
nowadays enjoy comprehensive up<br />
and downl<strong>in</strong>k services to/from satellites,<br />
and thus no longer a h<strong>in</strong>drance<br />
for end users. For a price comparable<br />
to that paid for a conventional DSL<br />
connection, you can now access a<br />
fast and wideband Internet connection.<br />
Moreover, this access cont<strong>in</strong>ues<br />
where satellite access is possible, regardless<br />
of whe<strong>the</strong>r <strong>in</strong> rural or urban<br />
areas.<br />
Digitale Mehrwertdienste<br />
High-value digital services: practical function and easy to use<br />
High-value digital services: practical<br />
function and easy to use<br />
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Info TV 2 Liverpool, Capital of Culture<br />
Information TV How Hospitals Heal Themselves<br />
Inspiration Cross Talk<br />
ITV 1 London GMTV Today<br />
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The free programme <strong>in</strong>formation service EPG offers detailed programme <strong>in</strong>formation<br />
of dozens of stations for up to seven days (if available).<br />
Software-update<br />
Software update<br />
Now it is checked whe<strong>the</strong>r a new software version is available.<br />
If you like to download <strong>the</strong> new software,<br />
choose update.<br />
Current software: 2.32.8<br />
Search<strong>in</strong>g for new software...<br />
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The free and automatic software update always keeps your Techni<strong>Sat</strong> device upto-date.<br />
Function optimization and even completely new functions or decod<strong>in</strong>g<br />
systems can be copied automatically to <strong>the</strong> device by software updates via<br />
satellite, cable or antenna.<br />
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Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DIGIT HD8-SX<br />
High-resolution television<br />
with <strong>the</strong> new digital<br />
HD satellite receiver<br />
With <strong>the</strong> DIGIT HD8-SX, Techni<strong>Sat</strong> <strong>in</strong>troduces its latest HDTV satellite<br />
receiver, allow<strong>in</strong>g viewers to enjoy programmes <strong>in</strong> new high resolution<br />
TV (HDTV) via satellite, as well as conventional digital TV and radio<br />
programmes. In addition, <strong>the</strong> new generation of HDTV receivers<br />
proves its worth <strong>in</strong> perfect collaboration with new media and PC.<br />
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The f<strong>in</strong>est standard and<br />
HDTV<br />
The future of European television<br />
is called HDTV (High Def<strong>in</strong>ition<br />
Television). By <strong>the</strong> end<br />
of <strong>the</strong> year, around 44 million HDTVequipped<br />
TV sets should be <strong>in</strong>stalled<br />
<strong>in</strong> domestic liv<strong>in</strong>g rooms worldwide.<br />
Also with <strong>the</strong> high resolution DVD<br />
replacement, <strong>the</strong> Blue-ray Disc, many<br />
are now discover<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> splendid<br />
HDTV for <strong>the</strong>mselves. The switchover<br />
to HDTV transmission, with a resolution<br />
of up to 1920 x 1080 pixels is<br />
imm<strong>in</strong>ent. Even now, via Digital<strong>Sat</strong>,<br />
<strong>the</strong>re are some free-to-view HDTV<br />
channels available for view<strong>in</strong>g around<br />
<strong>the</strong> clock. Above all, sport<strong>in</strong>g events<br />
come to life more than ever before<br />
with <strong>the</strong> large, p<strong>in</strong>-sharp and rich detailed<br />
HD images along with brilliant<br />
colors. Often accompanied by crystal<br />
clear DolbyDigital sound, HDTV really<br />
gives you <strong>the</strong> feel<strong>in</strong>g of actually<br />
be<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong>re, whe<strong>the</strong>r it is a documentary<br />
or a major event. Already <strong>in</strong> 2008,<br />
some broadcasters have considerably<br />
upgraded <strong>the</strong>ir HD offer<strong>in</strong>gs. For<br />
those who get <strong>the</strong>mselves a top class<br />
receiver and subsequently want to<br />
<strong>in</strong>vest fur<strong>the</strong>r, <strong>the</strong>y can no longer ignore<br />
HDVT. Moreover, with <strong>the</strong> DIGIT<br />
HD8-SX, Technisat has developed<br />
an HDTV-capable satellite receiver,<br />
which as well as <strong>the</strong> normal range of<br />
programmes receivable via Digital<strong>Sat</strong>,<br />
can also receive HDTV programmes.<br />
Assured of <strong>the</strong> future and<br />
ready for Pay TV broadcasts<br />
The DIGIT HD8-SX is also <strong>the</strong> optimal<br />
device for receiv<strong>in</strong>g Pay TV and pay<br />
radio: an <strong>in</strong>tegrated CONAX decod<strong>in</strong>g<br />
system facilitates <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g of<br />
decoded TV and radio programmes,<br />
while it also <strong>in</strong>cludes a smartcard and<br />
SIM card reader. There are a total of<br />
two read<strong>in</strong>g units, which open <strong>the</strong><br />
door to access<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> programmes<br />
from a diverse range of producers.<br />
Via 2 identical Common Interface<br />
slots (CI), <strong>the</strong> DIGIT HD8-SX can also<br />
be upgraded to <strong>in</strong>corporate <strong>the</strong> use<br />
of additional decod<strong>in</strong>g systems. This<br />
helps avoid viewer restrictions, thanks<br />
to <strong>the</strong> deployment of <strong>the</strong> latest technologies.<br />
Devices with this logo<br />
<strong>in</strong>corporate <strong>the</strong> SCR<br />
function and <strong>the</strong> DiSEqC<br />
protocol <strong>in</strong> accordance<br />
with EN50494 and are<br />
thus deployable for <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
TechniRouter products.<br />
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The range of connections<br />
available leaves<br />
noth<strong>in</strong>g to be<br />
desired.<br />
USB-stick /<br />
External USB-hard disk drive<br />
Camcorder /<br />
Digital camera<br />
Smartcard<br />
DVD / MP3 / MPEG 2<br />
Sound System<br />
Beamer<br />
Blu-ray-disc/HD-DVD-Player<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong>’s DIGIT HD8SX<br />
provides <strong>the</strong> very best <strong>in</strong><br />
connection possibilities.<br />
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Exemplified <strong>in</strong>tegration<br />
multimedia services and<br />
networks<br />
The DIGIT HD8-SX offers a wide range<br />
of possibilities, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g data connections<br />
from and to external data<br />
media or PCs. Via two USB 2.0-Ports,<br />
USB mass storage devices such as<br />
USB sticks or external hard drives<br />
can be connected. Likewise, <strong>the</strong> receiver<br />
also supports <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
USB WLAN adapter, which is also a<br />
new arrival, and moreover uses radio<br />
communication to connect to a home<br />
network. An <strong>in</strong>tegrated LAN <strong>in</strong>terface<br />
(local area network) allows network<br />
connection via cable. In addition, <strong>the</strong><br />
DIGIT HD8-SX is also equipped with<br />
a multistandard card reader for read<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and writ<strong>in</strong>g Flash storage cards <strong>in</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> SD/MMC and MS formats, similar<br />
to <strong>the</strong> way <strong>the</strong>y are used <strong>in</strong> digital<br />
cameras or to expand <strong>the</strong> functions<br />
of multimedia players and mobile telephones.<br />
Regardless of whe<strong>the</strong>r you<br />
use a Flash storage card, a USB stick or<br />
a digital camera and whe<strong>the</strong>r via network<br />
cable or wireless LAN, <strong>the</strong> DIGIT<br />
HD8-SX offers <strong>the</strong> widest possible<br />
range of connectable data devices.<br />
With this <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d, it <strong>in</strong>corporates not<br />
only support for <strong>the</strong> MP3 music format<br />
and <strong>the</strong> widely-used JPEG image<br />
format, but also MPEG-2 videos, e.g.<br />
like those found on video CDs and<br />
VOB data from DVDs. This means <strong>the</strong><br />
DIGIT HD8-SX can be transformed<br />
from an HDTV capable satellite receiver<br />
<strong>in</strong>to a fully-equipped multimedia<br />
performer, capable of directly play<strong>in</strong>g<br />
back <strong>the</strong> content of associated data<br />
storage devices via <strong>the</strong> TV or a connected<br />
stereo system. At any rate, <strong>the</strong><br />
private MP3, image or video collection<br />
can be used as part of a home c<strong>in</strong>ema<br />
system and this by us<strong>in</strong>g all applicable<br />
means which are currently deployed<br />
<strong>in</strong> home networks.<br />
Optimal <strong>in</strong>terface set-up<br />
As well as its numerous multimedia <strong>in</strong>terfaces,<br />
<strong>the</strong> DIGIT HD8-SX also offers<br />
an optical as well as electrical output for<br />
Dolby Surround-Sound <strong>in</strong> AC-3 format.<br />
Moreover, <strong>the</strong> HDTV capable Digital<br />
Receiver for receiv<strong>in</strong>g satellite broadcasts<br />
can be connected to a domestic<br />
Dolby system without any problem. Via<br />
an HDMI <strong>in</strong>terface with HDCP support,<br />
<strong>the</strong> device can, of course, also be connected<br />
to HD ready screens or projectors.<br />
In addition, a Component Video<br />
output allows <strong>the</strong> transmission of HDTV<br />
signals <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> format Y Pb Pr to projectors<br />
without an HDMI socket. Two SCART<br />
sockets serve as analogue <strong>in</strong>puts/outputs.<br />
These also allow older models of<br />
video recorders, DVD players and o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
external components to be connected. A<br />
video out output via C<strong>in</strong>ch completes <strong>the</strong><br />
diverse set of analogue <strong>in</strong>terfaces. Economical<br />
power consumption <strong>in</strong> Standby<br />
mode shows that Techni<strong>Sat</strong> has also designed<br />
<strong>the</strong> DIGIT HD8-SX to be an optimal<br />
resource user. When used on <strong>the</strong><br />
sett<strong>in</strong>g for m<strong>in</strong>imum power consumption,<br />
<strong>the</strong> energy requirement of <strong>the</strong> device is<br />
even as low as 0.25 watts.<br />
Maximum user comfort<br />
Via a 16-digit alphanumeric display,<br />
important <strong>in</strong>formation, such as <strong>the</strong> programme<br />
name or o<strong>the</strong>r status notifications<br />
are <strong>in</strong>dicated dur<strong>in</strong>g operation.<br />
The convenient remote control makes it<br />
child‘s play for <strong>the</strong> user to access a total<br />
of 5000 stored programme slots for<br />
TV and radio programmes, three freely<br />
configurable favourites lists, and over 40<br />
programme lists pre-sorted by genre. The<br />
user-friendly control panel is proof of <strong>the</strong><br />
DIGIT HD8-SX status as a Techni<strong>Sat</strong> receiver.<br />
Moreover, it also naturally comes<br />
with all <strong>the</strong> services <strong>in</strong>cluded under <strong>the</strong><br />
DigiButler name, which renders <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>stallation<br />
and operation of <strong>the</strong> device<br />
as simple and convenient as possible.<br />
These latter services also encompass <strong>the</strong><br />
AutoInstall <strong>in</strong>stallation assistant, such as<br />
<strong>the</strong> free EPG programme <strong>in</strong>formation.<br />
The automatic TechniMatic software update<br />
function guarantees that <strong>the</strong> highend<br />
DIGIT HD8-SX HDTV receiver will<br />
cont<strong>in</strong>ue rema<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g at <strong>the</strong> forefront of<br />
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(HDTV) and equipped with a HDMi as well as a YUV component output.<br />
The <strong>in</strong>tegrated smartcard - and SiM card readers enable <strong>the</strong> reception of Conax<br />
encrypted programmes.<br />
The device is additionally shipped with two Common <strong>in</strong>terface slots for use of<br />
Ca modules of o<strong>the</strong>r Pay-TV providers and o<strong>the</strong>r encryption standards.<br />
The USb <strong>in</strong>terface as well as <strong>the</strong> SD card reader offer <strong>the</strong> possibility to <strong>in</strong>put music<br />
data or digital pictures.<br />
additionally this model is also available for satellite reception (DiGiT HD8-SX).<br />
altoge<strong>the</strong>r, you make a good choice with Techni<strong>Sat</strong>’s digital HDTV-Receivers. www.technisat.com<br />
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• 1x YUV component output<br />
• 1x Dolby aC3 optical output<br />
• 1x Dolby aC3 electrical output<br />
• 2x SCaRT connections<br />
• 2x C<strong>in</strong>ch analogue audio output (l/R)<br />
• 1x C<strong>in</strong>ch CVbS (Video output)<br />
2 x cI<br />
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A<br />
small satellite key and a suitable<br />
receiver is all you need to<br />
access hundreds of programmes<br />
<strong>in</strong> your home. The location of ASTRA<br />
19.2° East alone offers a colourful<br />
and <strong>in</strong>ternational selection of several<br />
hundred digital free-to-view satellite<br />
programmes from all over <strong>the</strong> world.<br />
Moreover, several fur<strong>the</strong>r hundred pay-<br />
<strong>Sat</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> City<br />
DigiDish 33: Really large<br />
selection from small<br />
satellite antennas<br />
per-view encoded channels are also<br />
available. The parabolic antenna necessary<br />
for access<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> same is also considerably<br />
smaller than those required<br />
for analogue transmissions:<br />
This is how small <strong>the</strong> DigiDish 33 is.<br />
The digital satellites, namely <strong>in</strong> comparison<br />
to <strong>the</strong>ir analogue peers, boast a<br />
considerably higher output power.<br />
The best example of this is <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
DigiDish 33. The m<strong>in</strong>i antenna,<br />
which has a diameter of barely 33 cm,<br />
appears dim<strong>in</strong>utive to <strong>the</strong> eye. However,<br />
its performance is anyth<strong>in</strong>g but.<br />
Receiv<strong>in</strong>g what previously required a<br />
parabolic antenna 65cm <strong>in</strong> diameter<br />
is no major problem for <strong>the</strong> newer<br />
and smaller version.<br />
Pr<strong>in</strong>ciple beh<strong>in</strong>d receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
satellite signals<br />
To receive <strong>in</strong>cidental television signals,<br />
which are transmitted via satellite, on<br />
<strong>the</strong> one hand we have <strong>the</strong> concave<br />
antenna and on <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r, <strong>the</strong> aforementioned<br />
(round) LNB, <strong>in</strong> which frequencies,<br />
thanks to <strong>the</strong> way <strong>the</strong> curve<br />
is constructed almost as <strong>in</strong> a burn<strong>in</strong>g<br />
glass. When learn<strong>in</strong>g physics (optics)<br />
<strong>in</strong> school, we all doubtless vaguely remember,<br />
that <strong>the</strong> angle of <strong>in</strong>cidence is<br />
also <strong>the</strong> angle of reflection. The same<br />
ratio applies to <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>cident signals:<br />
each satellite has a specific position<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> orbit and thus transmits its relevant<br />
“Footpr<strong>in</strong>t” onto <strong>the</strong> correspond<strong>in</strong>gly<br />
positioned antenna. S<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>the</strong><br />
myriad range of satellites around <strong>the</strong><br />
world each have different orbit positions,<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir signal angles also vary and<br />
can consequently not all be picked up
Super high class LNB<br />
The exceptional feature <strong>in</strong>cluded on this m<strong>in</strong>i antenna is actually not<br />
<strong>the</strong> dish or construction <strong>the</strong>reof, but <strong>the</strong> oval digital-capable LNB<br />
(Low Noise Block (Converter) – low-noise (frequency converter).<br />
by a s<strong>in</strong>gle unit. To counter this problem,<br />
retrofit solutions have been developed<br />
<strong>in</strong> recent years, which enable<br />
an exist<strong>in</strong>g track to receive <strong>the</strong> images<br />
from several LNBs.<br />
For those not need<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> „en-masse<br />
receive“ function, <strong>the</strong> DigiDish 33 represents<br />
an optimal receiv<strong>in</strong>g solution.<br />
And not simply thanks to its high output<br />
performance.<br />
With its diameter of just 33 cm, it also<br />
offers a more than adequate solution.<br />
Whereby former <strong>in</strong>stallations which<br />
were twice as big created an eyesore<br />
on <strong>the</strong> roof, with <strong>the</strong> DigiDish 33 from<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong>, you have to take a second<br />
glance to properly recognise <strong>the</strong> m<strong>in</strong>i<br />
antenna. Once <strong>in</strong>stalled, <strong>the</strong> DigiDish<br />
need not go solely on <strong>the</strong> roof - it is so<br />
compact and flexible that it is also perfectly<br />
feasible to place it on a balcony<br />
while tak<strong>in</strong>g up m<strong>in</strong>imal space, for example<br />
us<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> balcony attachments<br />
supplied by Techni<strong>Sat</strong> for ease of <strong>in</strong>stallation.<br />
The DigiDish can be<br />
mounted extremely<br />
quickly and easily<br />
Also when attach<strong>in</strong>g to a wall, merely<br />
m<strong>in</strong>imal canters are required.<br />
The antenna-dish is made of high-quality<br />
coated alum<strong>in</strong>ium and <strong>the</strong> mount<strong>in</strong>g<br />
bracket consists of special alum<strong>in</strong>ium<br />
profile parts, ensur<strong>in</strong>g a long life. The<br />
LNB-arm and mount are pre-assembled<br />
and only four screws are required to<br />
connect <strong>the</strong> mount with <strong>the</strong> dish. That<br />
is a matter of m<strong>in</strong>utes. The wall-mount,<br />
too, is practical and simple to <strong>in</strong>stall.<br />
A small alum<strong>in</strong>ium base is screwed to<br />
<strong>the</strong> wall and a curved piece of tube is<br />
all you need to attach <strong>the</strong> dish with <strong>the</strong><br />
LNB and <strong>the</strong> mount<strong>in</strong>g arm to <strong>the</strong> wall<br />
section.<br />
Alignment no problem<br />
Align<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> dish position correctly<br />
is also child’s play. The angle of offset<br />
was specifically designed so that <strong>the</strong><br />
DigiDish will be almost vertical. With<br />
barely any effort, you can very easily<br />
adjust <strong>the</strong> DigiDish for <strong>the</strong> satellites.<br />
Altoge<strong>the</strong>r, you make a good choice<br />
decid<strong>in</strong>g on Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DigiDish.<br />
ASTRA 19.2° East Eutelsat Hotbird 13° East<br />
Footpr<strong>in</strong>t (reception<br />
area), with<strong>in</strong> which it is<br />
guaranteed that you can<br />
receive all digital ASTRA<br />
/ Eutelsat programmes<br />
us<strong>in</strong>g DigiDish (33 cm).<br />
Some programmes can<br />
also be received outside<br />
<strong>the</strong> footpr<strong>in</strong>t zone.<br />
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The HDTV 40 offers high resolution television <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 without any additional receiver – whe<strong>the</strong>r via satellite or cable. This<br />
means <strong>the</strong> luxury television set receives and displays up to five times as much visual <strong>in</strong>formation as a normal SD television <strong>in</strong> PAL format.<br />
The HDTV device is also available <strong>in</strong> 32” and 46”.<br />
The HDTV all-rounder:<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HDTV 40<br />
With <strong>the</strong> new HDTV 40 Techni<strong>Sat</strong> is def<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g a new luxury class for LCD<br />
televisions with comfort features. With a view<strong>in</strong>g area of 102 cm, <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
hard disc and a newly developed DUAL-HDTV multi receiver/tuner, <strong>the</strong><br />
HDTV 40 is one of <strong>the</strong> most comprehensive media centres presently<br />
available on <strong>the</strong> market.<br />
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It is <strong>the</strong> ideal hub for enjoy<strong>in</strong>g<br />
a wide range of media content.<br />
The specific features of <strong>the</strong><br />
HDTV 40 read like a list of technical<br />
highlights, which launch this<br />
LCD television, which is developed<br />
and produced entirely <strong>in</strong> Germany,<br />
along with its convenient control<br />
and <strong>in</strong>novative additional services,<br />
<strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong> premium class sector.<br />
Available <strong>in</strong> three colours, <strong>the</strong><br />
noble and conservative l<strong>in</strong>es of <strong>the</strong><br />
HDTV television fit seamlessly <strong>in</strong>to<br />
any surround<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />
Hightech Display<br />
The central element is <strong>the</strong> 40” display<br />
with a view<strong>in</strong>g area of 102 cm. In <strong>the</strong><br />
16:9 format and with a full HD resolution<br />
of 1920 x 1080 pixels, <strong>the</strong> HDTV<br />
40 is optimally designed to show high<br />
resolution television and play back<br />
<strong>the</strong> high resolution replacement for<br />
DVDs, namely Blu-Ray. As it has done<br />
already for <strong>the</strong> HD vision product family,<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> constructs exclusively<br />
tested and absolutely flawless „Best<br />
Panels“ for its HDTV series of top class<br />
LCD television sets, which are guaranteed<br />
to be free of pixel defects, even<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> sub-pixel range. The latest technical<br />
features also provide conv<strong>in</strong>c<strong>in</strong>g<br />
evidence of <strong>the</strong> quality of <strong>the</strong> screen.<br />
With 16.7 million representable col-<br />
ours and a dynamic<br />
contrast of 15000:1,<br />
<strong>the</strong> new HDTV 40 offers<br />
a brilliant HD picture<br />
with matt colours and<br />
sharp contours. Such figures<br />
mean comparison with<br />
plasma televisions, which tend to pale<br />
<strong>in</strong> comparison, are no longer a must.<br />
With a comfortable 178° view<strong>in</strong>g angle,<br />
<strong>the</strong> entire family, even on <strong>the</strong><br />
edge of <strong>the</strong> couch - can enjoy a brilliant<br />
view<strong>in</strong>g picture. Moreover, with a<br />
reaction speed of 8ms, blurred image<br />
traces, such as those which were common<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> early days of LCD screens,<br />
are a th<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>the</strong> past. An automatic<br />
image brightness control adjusts <strong>the</strong><br />
lum<strong>in</strong>ous <strong>in</strong>tensity of <strong>the</strong> TV picture<br />
based on <strong>the</strong> current light<strong>in</strong>g conditions.<br />
Perfect images<br />
In addition, <strong>the</strong> image signal can be<br />
adjusted via a comprehensive sett<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
menu so that each of <strong>the</strong> new viewable<br />
image sources can be customized.<br />
Digital image valorisation functions<br />
for movement compensation, image<br />
sharpness or noise suppression help<br />
ensure optimal image quality. For a<br />
surcharge, <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40 is also available<br />
with a multiple coated all-glass<br />
contrast layer. This helps make colour<br />
images even clearer<br />
with even brighter<br />
colours. Unlike PVC<br />
panels, <strong>the</strong> all-glass element<br />
is resistant to all<br />
but <strong>the</strong> most aggressive<br />
scratch<strong>in</strong>g and hence offers<br />
matchless visuals along with panel<br />
protection, e.g. for <strong>in</strong>quisitive hands<br />
of children.<br />
Dual HDTV hard disc receiver<br />
<strong>in</strong>clusive<br />
for Pay-TV<br />
The real highlight among <strong>the</strong> equipment<br />
of this outstand<strong>in</strong>g LCD television is <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong>tegrated dual HDTV multi tuner. On<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated receiv<strong>in</strong>g unit <strong>in</strong>cluded<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40, a real HDTV tw<strong>in</strong> tuner<br />
is <strong>in</strong>cluded – as you may have guessed<br />
from <strong>the</strong> two F connectors for <strong>the</strong> supply<br />
feed cables. The dual HDTV multituner,<br />
however, has much more <strong>in</strong> its locker:<br />
namely a dual receiver unit, which <strong>in</strong>corporates<br />
all means of transmission,<br />
regardless of whe<strong>the</strong>r digital via satellite,<br />
analogue and digital via cable or<br />
terrestrial. The multituner thus supports<br />
not only <strong>the</strong> DVB-S and DVB-S2 satellite<br />
standards, but also digital receiv<strong>in</strong>g of<br />
signals via cable (DVB-C) and antenna<br />
(DVB-T). Analogue receiv<strong>in</strong>g of VHF<br />
radio and cross-system analogue image<br />
formats of PAL, NTSC and SECAM<br />
All Inclusive<br />
Full HD<br />
HDTV<br />
Tw<strong>in</strong>receiver<br />
DVB-S<br />
DVB-C<br />
DVB-T<br />
<strong>in</strong>tegr.<br />
hard disk<br />
drive with<br />
record<strong>in</strong>g<br />
function<br />
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Camcorder /<br />
Digital camera<br />
USB-Stick /<br />
External USB-hard disk drive<br />
Laptop/PC<br />
XBox Wii<br />
Playstation<br />
Blu-ray-Disc/HD-DVD-Player<br />
The choice of connections<br />
leaves noth<strong>in</strong>g to be desired.<br />
Whe<strong>the</strong>r play back devices, a<br />
HIFI system or a PC –<br />
<strong>the</strong>re is no look<strong>in</strong>g back when<br />
you connect<br />
up <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40 unit.<br />
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Thanks to <strong>the</strong> dual HDTV multituner, <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40 allows e.g. an HDTV series to be recorded on <strong>the</strong> “ANIXE HD”,<br />
while an HDTV documentary is recorded on <strong>the</strong> “arte HD”.<br />
is also possible. This means that <strong>the</strong><br />
HDTV 40 allows you to receive basically<br />
all possible transmissions that can<br />
be received by <strong>the</strong> local aerial without<br />
<strong>the</strong> need for an additional receiver. The<br />
duel design of <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g unit (TWIN<br />
or Dual) is especially important when it<br />
comes to record<strong>in</strong>gs on <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
250 GB hard disc, s<strong>in</strong>ce it allows e.g.<br />
a seamless HDTV series to be recorded<br />
on <strong>the</strong> “ANIXE HD”, while a documentary<br />
is recorded on <strong>the</strong> “arte HD”. In<br />
this way, <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40 is not only an<br />
LCD television with <strong>the</strong> best possible<br />
Full HD resolution, but at <strong>the</strong> same time,<br />
a dual HDTV hard disc receiver, which<br />
is suited to <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g and record<strong>in</strong>g<br />
of all signals, which may be processed<br />
<strong>in</strong> an analogue or digital format.<br />
Fully set up for Pay TV<br />
The dual HDTV multituner of <strong>the</strong><br />
HDTV 40 is also optimally set up<br />
for receiv<strong>in</strong>g encoded TV and radio<br />
programmes. Via <strong>the</strong> serial <strong>in</strong>tegrat-<br />
ed smartcard reader, <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
CONAX decod<strong>in</strong>g system can be<br />
used immediately. Via two “Common-Interface”<br />
slots (CI), <strong>the</strong> LCD<br />
television can also be connected to<br />
popular encod<strong>in</strong>g systems, <strong>in</strong> order<br />
to establish compression standards.<br />
This sets up <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40 for <strong>the</strong> future<br />
<strong>in</strong> unbeatable fashion, s<strong>in</strong>ce it is<br />
ready for expansion via o<strong>the</strong>r and<br />
newly developed decod<strong>in</strong>g systems<br />
based on <strong>the</strong> Europe-wide applicable<br />
exist<strong>in</strong>g standard.<br />
Perfect handl<strong>in</strong>g thanks<br />
to <strong>the</strong> DigiButler service<br />
Delivered along with <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
HDTV 40 is also <strong>the</strong> newly designed<br />
LCD comfort remote control, which<br />
gives you swift and comfortable access<br />
to all <strong>the</strong> functions offered by<br />
<strong>the</strong> HDTV 40. The <strong>in</strong>tegrated DigiButler<br />
service, represent<strong>in</strong>g a collection<br />
of premium digital services,<br />
guarantees users maximum comfort<br />
and user-friendly service at any<br />
time. The auto<strong>in</strong>stall function leads<br />
<strong>the</strong> viewer step by step from <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong>itial set-up and with <strong>the</strong> necessary<br />
sett<strong>in</strong>gs made. The remote control<br />
is <strong>in</strong>itially used to select <strong>the</strong> desired<br />
language environment from <strong>the</strong> 14<br />
available languages*. The <strong>in</strong>dication<br />
of one of 19 possible locations<br />
<strong>in</strong> and around Europe is used to<br />
<strong>the</strong>n confirm <strong>the</strong> time zone as well<br />
as <strong>the</strong> presort<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>the</strong> programme<br />
list. As you progress fur<strong>the</strong>r, among<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r th<strong>in</strong>gs, <strong>the</strong> relevant receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
signals are also specified. In addition,<br />
<strong>the</strong> ISIPRO digital programme<br />
list manager allows you to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> current status of all available<br />
satellite and cable programmes<br />
even without search<strong>in</strong>g. Based on<br />
<strong>the</strong> configuration, <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40 <strong>the</strong>n<br />
searches through fur<strong>the</strong>r wavebands<br />
and reception areas, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g from<br />
DVB-T to VHF radio for receivable<br />
channels. Based on <strong>the</strong> choice of<br />
<strong>the</strong> preferred regional programmes,<br />
* DE, EN, FR, ES, IT, TR, PT, RUS, GR, PL, CZ, HU, NL, SE
<strong>the</strong> basic <strong>in</strong>stallation of <strong>the</strong> device is<br />
decided upon. Regardless of whe<strong>the</strong>r<br />
<strong>the</strong> programme is analogue or digital,<br />
terrestrially or by satellite, <strong>the</strong> follow<strong>in</strong>g<br />
can be fed <strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
unit: All available channels are now<br />
<strong>in</strong>serted <strong>in</strong>to a sensibly presorted<br />
programme list, which can also be<br />
subsequently customized to fit your<br />
<strong>in</strong>dividual wishes.<br />
Comprehensive programme<br />
guide <strong>in</strong>cluded<br />
The device also <strong>in</strong>cludes an electronic<br />
programme <strong>in</strong>formation service. This<br />
premium service receives cont<strong>in</strong>ually<br />
updated programme <strong>in</strong>formation via<br />
satellite (ASTRA 19.2° East) from<br />
more than 70 TV broadcasters. One<br />
press on <strong>the</strong> SFI button of <strong>the</strong> remote<br />
control shows an overview of <strong>the</strong> current<br />
broadcasts on <strong>the</strong> channels of <strong>the</strong><br />
adjusted programme list. One touch<br />
on <strong>the</strong> green function button provides<br />
details of <strong>the</strong> daily programmes of <strong>the</strong><br />
selected broadcaster. If you use <strong>the</strong><br />
arrow keys to select a programme,<br />
press<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> OK button ano<strong>the</strong>r time<br />
calls up a programme description,<br />
which often <strong>in</strong>cludes images on <strong>the</strong><br />
selected programme – just like a<br />
normal television magaz<strong>in</strong>e. Here,<br />
<strong>the</strong> programme preview section also<br />
covers a period of up to seven days.<br />
The Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HDTV 40 also has serial<br />
equipment <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> shape of an <strong>in</strong>ternal<br />
250 GB hard disc drive. This<br />
can be used to record TV and radio<br />
programmes directly from <strong>the</strong> LCD<br />
television and <strong>the</strong>n play <strong>the</strong>m back.<br />
The record functions of <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40,<br />
likewise, have been directly <strong>in</strong>corporated<br />
<strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong> electronic programme<br />
guide. This means programmes can<br />
be pre-marked for record<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> a<br />
small number of steps. If desired, it is<br />
also possible to specify prelim<strong>in</strong>ary<br />
or follow-up time, to ensure <strong>the</strong> entire<br />
programme is recorded, even if <strong>the</strong><br />
transmission is earlier or lasts longer<br />
than normal. Audio tracks, subtitles or<br />
video text are saved along with <strong>the</strong><br />
actual programmes. This means that<br />
when subsequently retrieved, all <strong>the</strong><br />
relevant <strong>in</strong>formation will have been<br />
<strong>in</strong>cluded. In addition, <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40<br />
also supports time-delayed TV view<strong>in</strong>g<br />
(Timeshift). This means a programme<br />
can even be viewed at <strong>the</strong><br />
same time it is be<strong>in</strong>g recorded. In this<br />
way, it is possible to „pause“ a favourite<br />
runn<strong>in</strong>g programme by one press<br />
of <strong>the</strong> Play/Pause button. At<br />
a later time, you can <strong>the</strong>n,<br />
for example, after a telephone<br />
call, take up <strong>the</strong><br />
programme aga<strong>in</strong> by<br />
simply press<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> button<br />
aga<strong>in</strong>.<br />
Cont<strong>in</strong>ually updated receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
data<br />
The ISIPRO programme list management,<br />
as well as <strong>the</strong> overall list of all<br />
receiv<strong>in</strong>g stations, and mixed programme<br />
slots, offers a freely sortable<br />
TV list with 6000 storage slots,<br />
as well as two favourites<br />
l i s t s<br />
With an <strong>in</strong>tegrated dual<br />
HDTV multituner to receive<br />
digital programmes<br />
via satellite, cable and<br />
terrestrial sources, Full<br />
HD resolution and<br />
<strong>in</strong>tegrated hard disc, <strong>the</strong><br />
HDTV 40 is optimally<br />
set up for view<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
receiv<strong>in</strong>g, as well as record<strong>in</strong>g<br />
from normal<br />
and high def<strong>in</strong>ition<br />
television sources.<br />
The newly designed<br />
LCD comfort<br />
remote control<br />
allows swift and<br />
convenient access<br />
to all functions<br />
of <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40.<br />
Optionally also<br />
available is <strong>the</strong><br />
chance to access all<br />
<strong>the</strong> most important<br />
functions on <strong>the</strong><br />
LCD remote control<br />
at <strong>the</strong> touch of a<br />
button.<br />
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Techni<strong>Sat</strong>s HDTVs<br />
offer first-class<br />
<strong>in</strong>tegrated services<br />
concern<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> TV-<br />
and radio reception<br />
ISIPRO<br />
The list manager ISIPRO updates<br />
<strong>the</strong> list of activations<br />
and/or deactivations, as well<br />
as frequency changes <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> receivable<br />
channels. The TV and<br />
radio stations can be update<br />
more comfortably as well as<br />
manual.<br />
EPG<br />
The free programme <strong>in</strong>formation<br />
service EPG is your editorially<br />
edited programme guide<br />
directly on your screen. Conveniently<br />
controlled by <strong>the</strong> remote<br />
control, EPG offers detailed<br />
programme <strong>in</strong>formation of dozens<br />
of stations for up to seven<br />
days <strong>in</strong> advance (if available).<br />
Apart from an overview of current<br />
programmes, display<strong>in</strong>g<br />
how far <strong>the</strong> programmes have<br />
already progressed, EPG also<br />
offers an overview of follow<strong>in</strong>g<br />
programmes. The “Genres<br />
Overview” shows you, when<br />
programmes of a specific genre<br />
will be broadcasted on which<br />
channels.<br />
TechniMatic<br />
The automatic software update<br />
TechniMatic checks, at appo<strong>in</strong>ted<br />
times, whe<strong>the</strong>r or not<br />
an operat<strong>in</strong>g system update is<br />
available and <strong>in</strong>forms <strong>the</strong> user<br />
at <strong>the</strong> next boot.<br />
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NOW NEXT MORE<br />
Overview 98/199<br />
GOD Channel John Hagee Today<br />
GOD Europe Believer’s Voice of Victory<br />
Gospel Channel Time for Miracles<br />
Horse & Country On <strong>the</strong> Fly with John Bailey<br />
Info TV 2 Liverpool, Capital of Culture<br />
Information TV How Hospitals Heal Themselves<br />
Inspiration Cross Talk<br />
ITV 1 London GMTV Today<br />
ITV 2 Sally Jessy Raphael<br />
ITV 3 Agatha Christie’s Poirot<br />
ITV 4 Danny Phantopm<br />
Timer list Timer Program<br />
Genres<br />
with up to 2000 storage slots<br />
available. In over 40 TV and<br />
30 radio genre lists, <strong>the</strong> ISIPRO<br />
Programme summarises, <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
form of various ma<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong>mes,<br />
sport, music, feature film, documents<br />
or health. Not least, <strong>the</strong><br />
digital programme list manager<br />
also provide details on how<br />
up to date <strong>the</strong> broadcaster is:<br />
Because via satellite and cable,<br />
programmes are cont<strong>in</strong>ually<br />
newly released, switched<br />
off or transmitted on o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
frequencies, which means that<br />
<strong>the</strong> programme slots with which<br />
you are familiar can suddenly<br />
become empty, despite <strong>the</strong> fact<br />
<strong>the</strong> transmission of <strong>the</strong> channel <strong>in</strong><br />
question cont<strong>in</strong>ues. At this po<strong>in</strong>t,<br />
<strong>the</strong> editorial DigiButler Service<br />
ISIPRO steps <strong>in</strong> and ensures <strong>the</strong><br />
data received from <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40<br />
rema<strong>in</strong>s up to date. In <strong>the</strong> event<br />
of new connections, cessations or<br />
frequency changes, <strong>the</strong> ISIPRO<br />
programme list is comprehensively<br />
updated and distributed via<br />
satellite (provided a feed is available)<br />
or cable. The HDTV 40 automatically<br />
receives <strong>the</strong> new lists<br />
and <strong>in</strong>forms <strong>the</strong> viewer, where<br />
applicable, of any changes.<br />
Connections for every<br />
opportunity<br />
In addition to receiv<strong>in</strong>g normal<br />
TV and radio broadcasts, photos<br />
and videos from <strong>the</strong> PC, camera,<br />
console games or music <strong>in</strong> MP3<br />
format and much more can be<br />
played back us<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> premium<br />
HDTV television. As <strong>the</strong> central<br />
item of <strong>the</strong> domestic electronic<br />
enterta<strong>in</strong>ment centre, <strong>the</strong> Full<br />
HD television offers optimal<br />
connection possibilities. For this<br />
purpose an extensive connection<br />
panel is located on <strong>the</strong> left<br />
side of <strong>the</strong> cas<strong>in</strong>g. The exist<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>in</strong>terfaces facilitate users <strong>in</strong> connect<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir HDTV 40 model<br />
<strong>in</strong> every possible arrangement<br />
of electronic devices. Whe<strong>the</strong>r<br />
playback devices, personal Hifi<br />
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The free programme <strong>in</strong>formation service EPG offers detailed programme <strong>in</strong>formation<br />
of dozens of stations for up to seven days (if available).<br />
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systems or a PC – <strong>the</strong> ease of<br />
connection of <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40 is<br />
such that <strong>the</strong>re is no need to th<strong>in</strong>k<br />
backward when connect<strong>in</strong>g your<br />
choice of device. Up to eight external<br />
devices, such as e.g. DVD<br />
players, video cameras or PCs<br />
and laptops can be connected<br />
with <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40, each with its<br />
own sound channel. Those wish<strong>in</strong>g<br />
to transmit analogue video<br />
source signals via <strong>the</strong> HDTV 40<br />
also have several possibilities<br />
from which to choose. For this<br />
purpose, <strong>the</strong> S-Video <strong>in</strong>put as<br />
well as three C<strong>in</strong>ch sockets for<br />
analogue video and sound signals<br />
are available. Likewise, <strong>the</strong><br />
HDTV 40 also comes with a component<br />
<strong>in</strong>put for YUV video and<br />
<strong>the</strong> accompany<strong>in</strong>g audio socket<br />
is <strong>in</strong>cluded as well. On <strong>the</strong> underside<br />
of <strong>the</strong> device, f<strong>in</strong>ally, next to<br />
a 15 pole VGA socket for older<br />
computers, we f<strong>in</strong>d an obligatory<br />
dual set of SCART sockets.
Pure comfort with <strong>the</strong> timeshift function<br />
Timeshift allows you to play back a record<strong>in</strong>g, while it is still be<strong>in</strong>g<br />
recorded. Clever functions allow, for example, <strong>the</strong> television programme<br />
be<strong>in</strong>g shown to simply be paused, and <strong>the</strong>n viewed later<br />
or to jump through commercial breaks – thus mak<strong>in</strong>g television<br />
view<strong>in</strong>g even more convenient for viewers.<br />
Creat<strong>in</strong>g a pause<br />
TV<br />
You see<br />
TV<br />
You see<br />
TV<br />
You see<br />
Dur<strong>in</strong>g a television broadcast, <strong>the</strong> programme be<strong>in</strong>g shown can be paused<br />
us<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> yellow Play/Pause button on <strong>the</strong> remote control. If <strong>the</strong>re is a need<br />
to pause <strong>the</strong> programme, e.g. to fetch dr<strong>in</strong>ks or make a phone call, press <strong>the</strong><br />
yellow function key aga<strong>in</strong> when ready and watch <strong>the</strong> programme from <strong>the</strong><br />
paused po<strong>in</strong>t onwards.<br />
Time-shifted television<br />
REC<br />
REC PLAY<br />
PLAY<br />
REC<br />
PAUSE<br />
PLAY<br />
When you absolutely have to watch a certa<strong>in</strong> programme, but cannot make it<br />
home <strong>in</strong> time for <strong>the</strong> start, simply programme <strong>the</strong> unit to record <strong>the</strong> programme.<br />
When you come home later, you can play back <strong>the</strong> record<strong>in</strong>g, even<br />
when <strong>the</strong> programme is still be<strong>in</strong>g shown, and still be<strong>in</strong>g recorded.<br />
Skip through commercial breaks<br />
The timeshift function allows you also to skip through commercial breaks. To do<br />
so, simply start <strong>the</strong> record<strong>in</strong>g at <strong>the</strong> start of <strong>the</strong> programme, e.g. us<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> yellow<br />
Play/Pause button or via programm<strong>in</strong>g and start watch<strong>in</strong>g e.g. fifteen m<strong>in</strong>utes<br />
later. In this way, you can simply fast forward through <strong>the</strong> commercial breaks.<br />
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Features<br />
Display<br />
40” (102 cm)<br />
Full-HD (1920 x 1080)<br />
16:9 LCD display with<br />
16.7 million colours, 15.000:1<br />
dynamic contrast,<br />
8 ms response time<br />
View<strong>in</strong>g angle: 178º<br />
Receiver<br />
Dual-HDTV multituner<br />
HDTV “PiP function“<br />
(picture <strong>in</strong> picture)<br />
Smartcard reader, <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
CONAX decryption-system<br />
2 x Common Interface<br />
Personal Video Recorder<br />
Integrated 250 GB hard disc drive<br />
for <strong>the</strong> reception of HD- and<br />
SD- television and radio<br />
pogrammes<br />
Interface<br />
PC <strong>in</strong>terface USB 2.0<br />
and E<strong>the</strong>rnet<br />
3 x HDMI, 2 x SCART, S-Video,<br />
Video IN, VGA, YUV<br />
Audio<br />
2 x 2- way soundsystem<br />
with bass reflex<br />
Full digital Audio In- (1x) and<br />
outputs (2x),<br />
Subwoofer- and Center- outputs<br />
Microphone- <strong>in</strong>put<br />
DigiButler Service<br />
Free Electronic Programme Guide<br />
(EPG), AutoInstall, ISIPRO,<br />
TechniMatic , aTHP<br />
MADE IN GERMANY<br />
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Christmas<br />
presents for <strong>the</strong><br />
whole family<br />
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DigiCorder HD-S2X<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong>’s digital HDTV hard disc drive receiver DigiCorder<br />
HD-S2X enables <strong>the</strong> experience of television <strong>in</strong> an outstand<strong>in</strong>g<br />
dimension. In addition to SD-television <strong>the</strong> device also allows to<br />
receive <strong>the</strong> brilliant audio-visual world of HDTV. Equipped with<br />
connection options <strong>the</strong> STB is counted among <strong>the</strong> technical “allrounder”.<br />
DigiDish<br />
DigiDish 33/45 cm alum<strong>in</strong>ium<br />
offset dish with digital-ready<br />
Universal V/H-LNB or Universal<br />
TWIN-LNB for direct connection<br />
to an analogue or digital satellite<br />
receiver.<br />
HDTV 46<br />
The new Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
HDTV-concept <strong>in</strong>cludes<br />
Full-HD, dual<br />
HDTV-multituner and<br />
hard disc drive <strong>in</strong> a<br />
s<strong>in</strong>gle unique.<br />
Quality made <strong>in</strong> Germany!<br />
SkyStar USB 2 HD CI:<br />
HDTV on our PC: The<br />
SkyStar USB 2 HD CI<br />
allows television <strong>in</strong> a<br />
new dimension.
SkyStar HD2: PCI card<br />
for digital satellite reception<br />
(DVB-S/DVB-S2).<br />
Amongst o<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong><br />
box is equipped<br />
with <strong>the</strong> Timeshift<br />
function which<br />
allows time shifted<br />
television.<br />
TechniPlayer 8 with<br />
FM-Transmitter<br />
The multifunctional<br />
TechniPlayer 8 is<br />
equipped with a 22"<br />
Display, a 8 GB <strong>in</strong>ternal<br />
memory as well as a<br />
FM-transmitter.<br />
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Three items are required for digital satellite receiv<strong>in</strong>g:<br />
A satellite antenna, <strong>the</strong> accompany<strong>in</strong>g digital receiver<br />
and <strong>the</strong> coaxial cable.<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
The Digital<strong>Sat</strong><br />
advantage:<br />
Among all <strong>the</strong> digital broadcast<br />
transmission standards,<br />
<strong>the</strong> digital satellite television<br />
DVB-S has <strong>the</strong> most advantages for<br />
viewers: The digital and free-to-view<br />
programme selection via satellite is<br />
unrivalled. It means <strong>the</strong> programmes<br />
reach <strong>the</strong> viewer with strik<strong>in</strong>gly sharp<br />
images and crystal clear sound, and<br />
now, occasionally, already <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> new<br />
HDTV format, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g matchless<br />
depth of detail and Dolby digital surround<br />
sound. Moreover, Digital<strong>Sat</strong><br />
also offers a wide choice of digital side<br />
services, which render <strong>the</strong> use of digital<br />
television via satellite even easier<br />
and more convenient. This <strong>in</strong>cludes,<br />
e.g. <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DigiButler Service<br />
EPG, a digital editorially selected pro-<br />
It‘s so easy<br />
from<br />
gramme <strong>in</strong>formation service, which<br />
can be received via ASTRA 19.2°East.<br />
Services such as <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Techni-<br />
Matic utilise <strong>the</strong> transmission capacities<br />
via <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated OS software<br />
of <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> receiver cont<strong>in</strong>ually<br />
based on <strong>the</strong> current cutt<strong>in</strong>g-edge of<br />
product development.<br />
In sum, <strong>the</strong>re are more and more<br />
broadcasters offer<strong>in</strong>g HD format programmes.<br />
They represent <strong>the</strong> start<br />
of a new digital journey. All those<br />
who have been amazed by <strong>the</strong> p<strong>in</strong>sharp<br />
HD images, which are often<br />
accompanied by matchless surround<br />
sound, e.g. view<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> Olympics or<br />
a documentary on one of <strong>the</strong> new<br />
and large LCD screens is already<br />
aware of where <strong>the</strong> journey is lead<strong>in</strong>g.
to make <strong>the</strong> leap<br />
analogue to digital!<br />
Economical switchover to<br />
Digital<strong>Sat</strong><br />
The access to digital satellite broadcast<strong>in</strong>g<br />
is also good value and can<br />
often be problem-free. The modest<br />
one-off purchase costs are directly<br />
comparable to VAT and a clear plus<br />
po<strong>in</strong>t when compared to watch<strong>in</strong>g TV<br />
via satellite: A top quality complete<br />
system, with satellite dishes, a digital<br />
receiver and <strong>the</strong> required cables<br />
is already available for around 180<br />
euros. And this only applies when <strong>the</strong><br />
household does not already have an<br />
old satellite system to hand. In <strong>the</strong><br />
latter case, <strong>the</strong> old parabolic antenna<br />
can usually be reused without any<br />
problems. This means complex new<br />
cabl<strong>in</strong>g systems are also generally not<br />
necessary, which reduces <strong>the</strong> costs required<br />
for <strong>the</strong> switchover to receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Digital<strong>Sat</strong> even fur<strong>the</strong>r as a result.<br />
Expensive cable charges<br />
often unnecessary<br />
In view of <strong>the</strong> cont<strong>in</strong>ually climb<strong>in</strong>g<br />
costs for leasers and house-owners to<br />
view analogue and digital cable, <strong>the</strong><br />
switchover to satellite receiv<strong>in</strong>g is often<br />
of benefit to all parties concerned.<br />
S<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>the</strong> costs of <strong>the</strong> retrofitt<strong>in</strong>g to<br />
digital satellite receiv<strong>in</strong>g equipment<br />
are limited to <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>itial basic outlay,<br />
<strong>the</strong> costs of a satellite system are<br />
balanced out by <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>clusion of <strong>the</strong><br />
yearly cable costs <strong>in</strong>curred, possibly<br />
very swiftly. Moreover, <strong>the</strong> standard<br />
set of programmes provided via cable<br />
rarely exceeds a total of 60, regardless<br />
of whe<strong>the</strong>r it is analogue or digital<br />
broadcasts.<br />
Retrofitt<strong>in</strong>g of exist<strong>in</strong>g<br />
receiv<strong>in</strong>g units<br />
Analogue systems for receiv<strong>in</strong>g satellite<br />
broadcasts can usually be retrofitted<br />
problem-free with <strong>the</strong>ir own<br />
<strong>in</strong>tr<strong>in</strong>sic energy. For anyone who is<br />
unsure whe<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong>ir own satellite<br />
system is suited for digital receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
or not, it is worth contact<strong>in</strong>g a specialist<br />
for advice. The retrofitt<strong>in</strong>g only requires<br />
<strong>the</strong> exchange of two parts: First<br />
<strong>the</strong> analogue satellite receiver (also<br />
known as <strong>the</strong> receiver or set-top box)<br />
and also <strong>the</strong> LNB (Low Noise Block<br />
Converter), which, from a technical<br />
perspective, represents <strong>the</strong> actual<br />
receiv<strong>in</strong>g unit for <strong>the</strong> transmission of<br />
radio waves from <strong>the</strong> orbit. We will<br />
cover <strong>the</strong> selection of a suitable satellite<br />
receiver <strong>in</strong> a moment, but what<br />
does <strong>the</strong> mysterious acronym LNB actually<br />
stand for? The LNB represents<br />
<strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g section of <strong>the</strong> parabolic<br />
antenna. It is located <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong><br />
satellite dish and mounted on a small<br />
extension arm. This is also a piece to<br />
be exchanged, and <strong>the</strong>n to reconnect<br />
<strong>the</strong> cable/s lead<strong>in</strong>g from <strong>the</strong>re<br />
to <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g unit (receiver). S<strong>in</strong>ce<br />
<strong>the</strong> connection of <strong>the</strong> cable is usually<br />
made via <strong>the</strong> conventional F-plug,<br />
which is also <strong>in</strong>cluded on <strong>the</strong> receiver<br />
itself, <strong>the</strong> procedure can usually be<br />
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Parabolic antennas for receiv<strong>in</strong>g digital satellite<br />
transmissions require only m<strong>in</strong>imal diameter and<br />
can be unobtrusively <strong>in</strong>stalled on any house roof<br />
with colours that blend <strong>in</strong>.<br />
effected without problem. As for <strong>the</strong><br />
selection of <strong>the</strong> LNB, it is best to visit a<br />
specialist outlet, because of <strong>the</strong> large<br />
range of different digital LNB models<br />
for one, two or four connections<br />
or user-network <strong>in</strong>terfaces and also<br />
special quatro LNBs for satellite distribution<br />
systems. Here also, Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
offers components that will stand <strong>the</strong><br />
test of time, s<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>the</strong>y are already set<br />
up for <strong>the</strong> new HDTV television standard.<br />
Anyone who today exchanges an<br />
analogue LNB for a digital replacement<br />
will no longer need to replace it<br />
<strong>in</strong> a few years, when <strong>the</strong> transmission<br />
of broadcasts will be carried out exclusively<br />
<strong>in</strong> high def<strong>in</strong>ition format.<br />
Unobtrusively accommodate<br />
satellite systems<br />
Regardless of whe<strong>the</strong>r an apartment<br />
with<strong>in</strong> a hous<strong>in</strong>g block with an advantageously<br />
located balcony or a family<br />
home with <strong>the</strong> possibility of <strong>in</strong>stall<strong>in</strong>g<br />
a roof antenna, satellite systems<br />
nowadays need no longer disfigure<br />
build<strong>in</strong>gs. For one th<strong>in</strong>g, <strong>the</strong> parabolic<br />
antennas used to receive digital<br />
A horizontally <strong>in</strong>stalled satellite dish has only<br />
m<strong>in</strong>imal headroom. From <strong>the</strong> outside, this type of<br />
balcony <strong>in</strong>stallation is almost <strong>in</strong>visible.<br />
satellite broadcasts only require small<br />
diameters. Even with no more than a<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DigiDish 33, which is a satellite<br />
dish measur<strong>in</strong>g just 33 x 33 cm<br />
<strong>in</strong> size, when receiv<strong>in</strong>g from <strong>the</strong> orbit<br />
position ASTRA 19.2 ° East, hundreds<br />
of digital TV and radio programmes<br />
can be received*. Moreover, it is possible<br />
to obta<strong>in</strong> satellite dishes <strong>in</strong> sympa<strong>the</strong>tic<br />
roof-coloured tones, while<br />
a considerately <strong>in</strong>stalled system may<br />
rema<strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong>visible to all but <strong>the</strong> keenest<br />
eye. Under circumstances where<br />
a roof <strong>in</strong>stallation is not possible or<br />
advisable, and <strong>the</strong>re is a balcony or<br />
terrace present, with <strong>the</strong> relevant<br />
free l<strong>in</strong>e of sight to <strong>the</strong> geostationary<br />
satellite located <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> sky, namely rema<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> same position relative<br />
to <strong>the</strong> earth, <strong>the</strong>re are more aes<strong>the</strong>tic<br />
solutions. One of <strong>the</strong>se <strong>in</strong>cludes <strong>the</strong><br />
horizontal assembly of <strong>the</strong> satellite<br />
dish, whereby <strong>the</strong> parabolic antenna<br />
can be assembled “head first” whereby<br />
<strong>the</strong> entire structure requires m<strong>in</strong>imal<br />
headroom. From <strong>the</strong> outside, this<br />
type of balcony <strong>in</strong>stallation is almost<br />
<strong>in</strong>visible. In particular, <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> case of<br />
rented accommodation, it makes<br />
sense to channel <strong>the</strong> cables required<br />
via <strong>the</strong> so-called w<strong>in</strong>dow open<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> <strong>in</strong>cludes premium and well<br />
tested solutions for this purpose as<br />
part of its product range.<br />
Orientation of <strong>the</strong> parabolic<br />
antenna<br />
After operation has been carried out<br />
on <strong>the</strong> satellite antenna, a re-adjustment<br />
may be required. When adjust<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> orientation of <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
unit, <strong>the</strong> services of a specialist onsite<br />
eng<strong>in</strong>eer are usually advisable.<br />
This tends not to require excessive effort<br />
or an entire team of persons. The<br />
costs <strong>in</strong>curred tend to amount- with<br />
under one hour of labour <strong>in</strong>volved-<br />
are with<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> limit (however, this<br />
may, of course, vary <strong>in</strong> exceptional<br />
cases).<br />
* based on <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g strength at <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong>stallation location.
The virtual <strong>in</strong>visibility of <strong>the</strong> satellite receiver is shown by this<br />
Berl<strong>in</strong> company roof antenna system, which is of particular<br />
<strong>in</strong>terest for house-owners with large units: A multifeed<br />
receiver with several antenna dishes is fed <strong>in</strong>to a satellite block<br />
distribution system and hundreds of programmes <strong>in</strong> dozens<br />
of different languages are made available to all those rent<strong>in</strong>g<br />
accommodation. This enables <strong>the</strong> elim<strong>in</strong>ation of <strong>the</strong> ugly<br />
<strong>in</strong>dividual satellite dishes on each balcony suffices to keep all<br />
parties concerned happy.<br />
Select<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> correct<br />
receiver<br />
If you have decided upon mak<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong><br />
switch and on <strong>the</strong> television reception<br />
from <strong>the</strong> orbit, you should rema<strong>in</strong><br />
aware when purchas<strong>in</strong>g a satellite<br />
receiver and not necessarily go for<br />
<strong>the</strong> first „barga<strong>in</strong>“ you see: because<br />
<strong>in</strong> many places, receivers have been<br />
launched onto <strong>the</strong> market at giveaway<br />
prices. In such cases, <strong>the</strong>se are<br />
often - and without mak<strong>in</strong>g it totally<br />
clear at <strong>the</strong> time - old analogue models,<br />
which will be unusable <strong>in</strong> a maximum<br />
of two years’ time and moreover,<br />
must be sold with all <strong>the</strong> materials<br />
from <strong>the</strong> obsolete stocks, e.g. from<br />
hardware stores. In addition, <strong>the</strong> image<br />
quality, functional range and user<br />
comfort are materially dependent on<br />
<strong>the</strong> quality of <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g unit. Sav<strong>in</strong>g<br />
here would be a false economy,<br />
especially given that high quality<br />
receivers, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g those from Techni<strong>Sat</strong>,<br />
are already available for under<br />
one hundred Euros. It doesn‘t hurt<br />
to ask a specialist for non-b<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g<br />
advice <strong>the</strong>refore when purchas<strong>in</strong>g<br />
DVB-S<br />
Digital satellite<br />
a receiver. Those who want direct<br />
access to digital satellite television<br />
view<strong>in</strong>g, however, should consider<br />
<strong>the</strong> renowned and well-priced DIGIT<br />
MF4-SX from Techni<strong>Sat</strong>, which is always<br />
a safe choice. Those look<strong>in</strong>g<br />
for maximum safeguard for <strong>the</strong> future<br />
and functional range would be<br />
well advised to go for a digital HDTV<br />
hard disc receiver, e.g. such as <strong>the</strong><br />
DigiCorder HD S2X with <strong>the</strong> digital<br />
TV and radio broadcasts transmitted<br />
via satellite, s<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>the</strong>se can also be<br />
recorded <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> new HDTV standard.<br />
The DIGIT HD8-SX is a pure HDTV receiver,<br />
which, however, is also ideally<br />
suited for receiv<strong>in</strong>g conventional as<br />
well as encoded programmes and has<br />
its own dedicated article <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> current<br />
issue.<br />
Digital television:<br />
Overview of benefits<br />
More <strong>the</strong>n 1000 programmes<br />
via ASTRA 19.2º East and Eutelsat<br />
Hotbird 13º East. Fur<strong>the</strong>r<br />
numerous programmes are<br />
available via o<strong>the</strong>r orbit positions<br />
e.g. via Eurasia-Türksat<br />
42º East,<br />
ASTRA & Eurobird 28.5º East.<br />
DVB-T<br />
Digital television via<br />
antenna<br />
Basic offer, up to 32 channels<br />
accord<strong>in</strong>g to <strong>the</strong> region/<br />
country<br />
DVB-C<br />
Digital cable<br />
Programm<strong>in</strong>g accord<strong>in</strong>g to <strong>the</strong><br />
cable operator.<br />
Digital value added services Digital value added services Digital value added services<br />
Steady reception Steady and mobile reception Steady reception<br />
Internet services 1) - Internet services 1)<br />
Pay-programmes 2) Pay-programmes 2) Pay-programmes 2)<br />
High-deif<strong>in</strong>ition television - High-deif<strong>in</strong>ition television<br />
Once-only acquisition cost Once-only acquisition cost Once-only acquisition cost and<br />
monthly rates for cable<br />
1) Relevant hardware and feeder provided.<br />
2) Relevant hardware provided. For pay-per-view programmes, <strong>the</strong> charges are levied to <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>dividual subscriber.<br />
Digital LNBs are available for<br />
one, two or more connections/<br />
participants.<br />
High image quality, range<br />
of functiona and ease of<br />
use are also accord<strong>in</strong>g to<br />
<strong>the</strong> receiver.<br />
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Scart socket<br />
Special Technical<br />
antenna <strong>in</strong>put<br />
To connect <strong>the</strong> receiver to <strong>the</strong> antenna socket and <strong>the</strong> TV is a child’s play.<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HD-Vision and HDTV—<br />
devices with <strong>in</strong>tegrated multituner<br />
can receive TV- and radio<br />
programmes via satellite without<br />
an additional receiver. The devices<br />
can be controlled with only one<br />
remote control.<br />
AutoInstall: F<strong>in</strong>ished<br />
Congratulation<br />
Your television set is fully operable now.<br />
You can change <strong>the</strong> sett<strong>in</strong>gs of your televison<br />
by us<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> ma<strong>in</strong> menu.<br />
Proceed<br />
The digital <strong>in</strong>stallation<br />
assistant AutoInstall leads<br />
<strong>the</strong> viewer step by step<br />
through <strong>the</strong> necessary<br />
sett<strong>in</strong>gs when first<br />
putt<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> appliance <strong>in</strong>to<br />
operation.<br />
Pure comfort with <strong>the</strong><br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> LCD television<br />
AutoInstall<br />
For those who fancy purchas<strong>in</strong>g one<br />
of <strong>the</strong> top quality LCD televisions<br />
mentioned, <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> HD Vision<br />
and HDTV devices with <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
multi receiver tuner may be a good<br />
choice. With <strong>the</strong>se, you can receive<br />
namely television and radio broadcasts<br />
via satellite without any additional<br />
receiver and, as was previously<br />
common, operate <strong>the</strong>se us<strong>in</strong>g just a<br />
s<strong>in</strong>gle remote control. Receiv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong><br />
LCD HDTV television and also <strong>the</strong><br />
new high resolution HD television <strong>in</strong><br />
Full HD resolution with its <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
dual HDTV multituner.<br />
Connection and sett<strong>in</strong>g up<br />
The f<strong>in</strong>al step <strong>in</strong>volves sett<strong>in</strong>g up <strong>the</strong><br />
new satellite unit and ensur<strong>in</strong>g it is<br />
Audio language<br />
Please choose your favorite audio language by us<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> arrow keys<br />
and confirm by press<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> OK key.<br />
Help<br />
English<br />
German<br />
French<br />
Spanish<br />
Portuguese<br />
Italian<br />
Cancel Back Help<br />
ready for operation. The connection<br />
of <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g unit to <strong>the</strong> antenna<br />
connection and <strong>the</strong> television set is<br />
child‘s play and can be done <strong>in</strong> no<br />
time at all. The coaxial cable of <strong>the</strong><br />
satellite antenna is connected via <strong>the</strong><br />
so-called F-plug directly to <strong>the</strong> receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
unit, so to <strong>the</strong> receiver. The television<br />
set is <strong>the</strong>n simply connected<br />
to <strong>the</strong> receiver via <strong>the</strong> SCART cable,<br />
which is usually <strong>in</strong>cluded on delivery.<br />
The exist<strong>in</strong>g sockets are clearly labelled,<br />
mean<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong>re should be no<br />
difficulties at this po<strong>in</strong>t. For receivers<br />
supplied by Techni<strong>Sat</strong> <strong>the</strong>se tend to<br />
be equipped with <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated <strong>in</strong>stallation<br />
assistant AutoInstall, which<br />
leads <strong>the</strong> user step by step through<br />
<strong>the</strong> required sett<strong>in</strong>gs and provides<br />
user-friendly explanations for each<br />
option. Noth<strong>in</strong>g is now stopp<strong>in</strong>g you<br />
from enjoy<strong>in</strong>g all <strong>the</strong> world of digital<br />
broadcast<strong>in</strong>g has to offer.
3900/11/08<br />
ab uvP 599,99 €<br />
Digital satellite reception<br />
with Techni<strong>Sat</strong>’s SkyStar USb 2<br />
FEATURES:<br />
external USb 2.0 box<br />
Reception of digital television and radio services via satellite<br />
DVb and teletext subtitles<br />
electronic Program Guide (ePG)<br />
<strong>in</strong>tegrated <strong>in</strong>frared receiver<br />
Teletext<br />
Personal video recorder function (PVR)<br />
System Requirements<br />
Pentium iii 700 MHz<br />
256 Mb RaM<br />
30 Mb free hard drive space<br />
10 Gb free hard drive for PVR functionality<br />
One free USb 2.0 port available<br />
3D graphic card required<br />
Soundblaster compatible soundcard<br />
eXTeRNal USb 2.0 SaTelliTe ReCeiVeR<br />
FOR THe ReCePTiON OF DiGiTal TeleViSiON<br />
aND RaDiO SeRViCeS WiTH a PC OR laPTOP<br />
technisat reliable and euro made<br />
fur<strong>the</strong>r <strong>in</strong>formation at www.technisat.com<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
MADE IN GERMANY<br />
Arbeitsplatz sichernd<br />
Operation Systems:<br />
W<strong>in</strong>dows 2000 Professional/Server<br />
(Service Pack 4 required)<br />
W<strong>in</strong>dows XP Home/Professional<br />
(Service Pack 2 required)<br />
W<strong>in</strong>dows XP Professional x64 edition<br />
W<strong>in</strong>dows Server 2003 (x86, x64)<br />
W<strong>in</strong>dows Vista (x86/x64)<br />
Additional software requirement:<br />
DirectX 9 or higher<br />
W<strong>in</strong>dows Media Player 9 or higher<br />
uvP 299,99 €<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
MADE IN GERMANY<br />
Arbeitsplatz sichernd<br />
Package content:<br />
SkyStar USb 2<br />
TechniViewer Te (Techni<strong>Sat</strong> edition) software<br />
Ma<strong>in</strong> Concept eVe v2 video edit<strong>in</strong>g software USb-Cord<br />
Power supply unit/ USb cable<br />
Remote control <strong>in</strong>cl. batteries<br />
<strong>in</strong>stallation CD
40<br />
Special Technical<br />
Extremely small and<br />
compact<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
Compared to o<strong>the</strong>r DiSEqC motors<br />
available on <strong>the</strong> market,<br />
TechniRotor is significantly<br />
smaller, lighter and more compact all<br />
around. The dish holder has a diameter<br />
of 25mm, and is thus optimal for <strong>the</strong><br />
tube profile of <strong>the</strong> DigiDish 33 and 45.<br />
This means both dish systems can be<br />
mounted on <strong>the</strong> TechniRotor without<br />
any need for additional adapters.<br />
Travel <strong>the</strong> world<br />
Optimal for tube profile of<br />
DigiDish 33 and DigiDish 45<br />
With Techni<strong>Sat</strong> TechniRotor you can<br />
receive a whole range of <strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g<br />
satellite positions wherever you are <strong>in</strong><br />
Europe. In comb<strong>in</strong>ation with <strong>the</strong> DigiDish<br />
33, <strong>the</strong> TechniRotor represents<br />
probably <strong>the</strong> smallest rotat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>stallation<br />
available, and can be mounted<br />
on any balcony. Naturally, you can use<br />
<strong>the</strong> same mounts and brackets when<br />
<strong>in</strong>stall<strong>in</strong>g a rotat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>stallation as you<br />
would normally with any DigiDish<br />
33/45 <strong>in</strong>stallation.<br />
Us<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> rotat<strong>in</strong>g antenna<br />
<strong>in</strong>stallation you can<br />
receive an almost unlimited<br />
multitude of TV and<br />
radio programmes.<br />
We want to present to<br />
you two possibilities for<br />
enjoy<strong>in</strong>g all programmes<br />
<strong>in</strong> orbit: Techni<strong>Sat</strong> TechniRotor<br />
and Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
M<strong>in</strong>yMount.<br />
EAST<br />
The illustration shows <strong>the</strong> most popular satellites,<br />
which are used <strong>in</strong> Europe, and which are,<br />
amongst o<strong>the</strong>r satellites, receivable by us<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> M<strong>in</strong>yMount/TechniRotor. Please see<br />
<strong>the</strong> signal strength and <strong>the</strong> result<strong>in</strong>g diameter of<br />
<strong>the</strong> dish on page 42.<br />
The reception of fur<strong>the</strong>r orbit positions is possible.<br />
Please see <strong>the</strong> signal strength and <strong>the</strong> result<strong>in</strong>g<br />
diameter of <strong>the</strong> dish from <strong>the</strong> footpr<strong>in</strong>ts of<br />
<strong>the</strong> respective satellite provider.<br />
No complicated and sophisticated<br />
control units,<br />
actuators and control<br />
labels<br />
In <strong>the</strong> past, <strong>in</strong>stall<strong>in</strong>g a rotat<strong>in</strong>g antenna<br />
meant rely<strong>in</strong>g on complicated and<br />
sophisticated control units, actuators<br />
and control cables. Modern DiSEqC<br />
technology has done away with all that.<br />
All Techni<strong>Sat</strong> receivers of <strong>the</strong> DIGIT and<br />
DigiCorder series come equipped with<br />
<strong>the</strong> latest DiSEqC 1.2 control system,<br />
which can position <strong>the</strong> TechniRotor <strong>in</strong><br />
a wide range of satellite positions us<strong>in</strong>g<br />
only <strong>the</strong> co-axial antenna cable.
with <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> DiSEqC 1.2<br />
antenna motors TechniRotor<br />
and M<strong>in</strong>yMount<br />
Geo-position provides<br />
convenient operations<br />
TÜRKSAT 42° East<br />
When <strong>the</strong> TechniRotor is comb<strong>in</strong>ed<br />
with a Techni<strong>Sat</strong> receiver, it will utilize<br />
<strong>the</strong> geo-position system. This means<br />
that once you have made <strong>the</strong> correct<br />
mechanical sett<strong>in</strong>gs for <strong>the</strong> motor, all<br />
you need to do is to <strong>in</strong>put <strong>the</strong> longitude<br />
and latitude of your location <strong>in</strong>to<br />
<strong>the</strong> receiver. The receiver will automatically<br />
calculate <strong>the</strong> various satellite positions.<br />
This means you do not have to<br />
spend a lot of time search<strong>in</strong>g for each<br />
<strong>in</strong>dividual satellite position you are <strong>in</strong>terested<br />
<strong>in</strong>.<br />
Eurobird 28.5° East<br />
ASTRA 28.2° East<br />
The receiver automatically<br />
calculates <strong>the</strong> various<br />
satellite positions<br />
Once you have entered <strong>the</strong> co-ord<strong>in</strong>ates<br />
of your location, simply select<br />
<strong>the</strong> desired satellite position on your<br />
receiver, and <strong>the</strong> motor will search for<br />
this automatically. Additionally, <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
Autofocus function will allow<br />
<strong>the</strong> system to automatically set <strong>the</strong><br />
dish so that it receives <strong>the</strong> maximum<br />
possible signal strength of <strong>the</strong> satellite.<br />
That is progress with Techni<strong>Sat</strong>.<br />
ASTRA 19.2° East<br />
SOUTH<br />
Enyoy all programmes<br />
<strong>in</strong> orbit!<br />
EUTELSAT Hotbird 13° East<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong>’s atenna motor M<strong>in</strong>yMount<br />
is suitable for DigiDish 33, 45 as well as<br />
SATMAN 650 and 850.<br />
The high-performance external units<br />
from Techni<strong>Sat</strong> comb<strong>in</strong>ed with <strong>the</strong><br />
Universal S<strong>in</strong>gle LNB provides optimum<br />
digital satellite reception of a<br />
wide range of satellite positions, such<br />
as Eurobird-ASTRA 28.5º East, ASTRA<br />
19.2º East, EUTELSAT Hotbird 13º East,<br />
EUTELSAT 7º East, EUTELSAT 10º East,<br />
EURASIASAT-TÜRKSAT 42º East, EUTEL-<br />
SAT 5º West and EUTELSAT 8º West.*<br />
HISPASAT 30° West<br />
*Please note that for<br />
<strong>the</strong> satellites listed here<br />
not all programmes are<br />
broadcasted at <strong>the</strong> same<br />
signal strength. To receive<br />
all <strong>the</strong> programmes of all<br />
<strong>the</strong>se satellites requires (<strong>in</strong><br />
central Europe) a dish size<br />
of at least 85 cm!<br />
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Special Technical<br />
TechniRotor<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
Receivable orbit positions *<br />
Hispasat 30º West<br />
NSS 7 22º West<br />
Telstar 12 15º West<br />
Atlantic Bird 1 12.5º West<br />
Atlantic Bird 2 8º West<br />
Atlantic Bird 3 5º West<br />
Thor 1º West<br />
Sirius 5º East<br />
EUTELSAT 7º East<br />
EUTELSAT 13º East<br />
ASTRA 19.2º East<br />
ASTRA 23.5º East<br />
ASTRA 28.2º East<br />
Eurobird 28.5º East<br />
Hellas <strong>Sat</strong> 2 39º East<br />
Türksat 42º East<br />
*<strong>Sat</strong>ellites marked <strong>in</strong> black can be received with a DigiDish 33.<br />
<strong>Sat</strong>ellites marked <strong>in</strong> red additionally can be received with a DigiDish 45<br />
(refers to location <strong>in</strong> Germany/Central Europe).<br />
Features TechniRotor:<br />
• Extremely small and compact<br />
• Compatible with DiSEqC 1.2 receivers<br />
• Mechanical East-West limits<br />
• LED display<br />
• Manual key for simple <strong>in</strong>stallation<br />
• Compact, powerful and quiet<br />
• Supports dish sizes up to and <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g 45 cm<br />
• Automatic satellite position<strong>in</strong>g<br />
• Suitable for DigiDish 33 and DigiDish 45<br />
• Autofocus function<br />
Simple mount<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
operation<br />
The receiver menu controll<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong><br />
antenna motor is simple and easy to<br />
understand, <strong>the</strong> same applies to <strong>the</strong><br />
assembly and <strong>in</strong>stallation of <strong>the</strong> antenna<br />
motor. The DiSEqC 1.2 control<br />
system ensures no complicated lay<strong>in</strong>g<br />
of cables is required. A co-axial cable<br />
is used to connect <strong>the</strong> M<strong>in</strong>yMount<br />
motor and <strong>the</strong> LNB, as well as from<br />
<strong>the</strong> M<strong>in</strong>yMount motor to <strong>the</strong> digital<br />
receiver- that is all you need by way of<br />
cables, as simple and <strong>in</strong>expensive as<br />
possible!<br />
More than 30 satellite<br />
positions <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> M<strong>in</strong>yMount<br />
motor memory<br />
The digital DiSEqC 1.2 control<br />
signals send from <strong>the</strong> receiver to <strong>the</strong><br />
M<strong>in</strong>yMount motor allow you to follow<br />
<strong>the</strong> entire orbital path of <strong>the</strong> satellite<br />
with <strong>the</strong> M<strong>in</strong>yMount motor, and to<br />
aim at specific satellites. The digital<br />
receiver allows you to store more than<br />
30 satellite positions <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> M<strong>in</strong>yMount<br />
motor memory.<br />
The illustrations show <strong>the</strong> most popular<br />
satellites, which are used <strong>in</strong> Europe, and which<br />
are receivable by us<strong>in</strong>g Techni<strong>Sat</strong> M<strong>in</strong>yMount/<br />
TechniRotor, <strong>the</strong> signal strength and <strong>the</strong><br />
result<strong>in</strong>g size of <strong>the</strong> dish.
The M<strong>in</strong>yMount motor<br />
system automatically f<strong>in</strong>d<br />
<strong>the</strong> satellite<br />
Once you have completed <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>itial<br />
<strong>in</strong>stallation, which <strong>in</strong>volves sett<strong>in</strong>g<br />
East and West limits, and enter<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>the</strong> desired satellite positions, <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong>dividual satellite can than be found<br />
aga<strong>in</strong> with great accuracy, simply<br />
us<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> normal programme selector.<br />
All you need to do is to select <strong>the</strong><br />
programme, and <strong>the</strong> motor system will<br />
automatically f<strong>in</strong>d <strong>the</strong> satellite. With<br />
this antenna motor you can receive an<br />
almost unlimited number of TV and<br />
radio programmes.<br />
M<strong>in</strong>yMount<br />
Receivable orbit positions *<br />
Hispasat 30º West<br />
NSS 7 22º West<br />
Telstar 12 15º West<br />
Atlantic Bird 1 12.5º West<br />
Atlantic Bird 2 8º West<br />
Atlantic Bird 3 5º West<br />
EUTELSAT 5º West<br />
EUTELSAT 8º West<br />
Thor 1º West<br />
Sirius- 5º East<br />
EUTELSAT 7º East<br />
EUTELSAT 10º East<br />
EUTELSAT 13º East<br />
EUTELSAT Hotbird 13º East<br />
ASTRA 19.2º East<br />
ASTRA 23.5º East<br />
Eurobird-ASTRA 28.5º East<br />
Hellas <strong>Sat</strong> 2 39º East<br />
Türksat 42º East<br />
*<strong>Sat</strong>ellites marked <strong>in</strong> black can be received with a DigiDish 33.<br />
<strong>Sat</strong>ellites marked <strong>in</strong> red additionally can be received with a DigiDish 45<br />
(refers to location <strong>in</strong> Germany/Central Europe).<br />
Features M<strong>in</strong>yMount:<br />
• Compatible with DiSEqC 1.2 receivers<br />
• Mechanical East-West limits can be set<br />
• LED display<br />
• Manual key for simple <strong>in</strong>stallation<br />
• Compact, powerful and quiet<br />
• Supports dish sizes up to and <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g 85 cm<br />
• Automatic satellite position<strong>in</strong>g<br />
• Suitable for DigiDish 33, 45 as well as<br />
SATMAN 650 ad 850<br />
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Techni<strong>Sat</strong> TechniRouter<br />
The revolution <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> satellite retrofitt<strong>in</strong>g<br />
For many people, digital satellite television is a cost-effective alternative to cable television,<br />
which offers many advantages. With <strong>the</strong> newly-developed Techni<strong>Sat</strong> TechniRouter, <strong>the</strong> same<br />
also applies now for older build<strong>in</strong>gs with conventional cabl<strong>in</strong>g for analogue television – for an<br />
unrestricted choice of programmes for all parties concerned.<br />
For conventional analogue television<br />
received via antenna as well as<br />
analogue cable, previously, for <strong>the</strong><br />
distribution of antenna signals to multiple<br />
parties, <strong>in</strong>dividual lengths of cable were<br />
required with several sockets connected<br />
<strong>in</strong> series – so-called s<strong>in</strong>gle cable solutions.<br />
S<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>the</strong> advent of digital television, a<br />
new type of distribution structure for TV<br />
signals has been implemented: For modern<br />
cabl<strong>in</strong>g used for digital television, <strong>the</strong><br />
current solution consists <strong>in</strong>stead of starshaped<br />
arrangements - this applies to <strong>the</strong><br />
connection of multiple parties to a s<strong>in</strong>gle<br />
satellite system via multiple LNBs or satellite<br />
distributors (multiswitches).<br />
The changed circumstances have made<br />
it difficult, to date, to implement a simple<br />
and cost-effective conversion of old<br />
build<strong>in</strong>gs with conventional Digital<strong>Sat</strong><br />
cable structures. S<strong>in</strong>gle cable structures<br />
were only usable when complicated<br />
technology was deployed and used to<br />
distribute digital satellite programmes.<br />
Moreover, <strong>the</strong>se<br />
were always subject<br />
to compromises,<br />
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e.g. <strong>in</strong> terms of <strong>the</strong> number of<br />
programmes offered <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> package.<br />
For exist<strong>in</strong>g build<strong>in</strong>gs, a<br />
comprehensive new system of<br />
cabl<strong>in</strong>g is often disproportionately<br />
expensive and would require<br />
considerable patience<br />
on <strong>the</strong> part of renters and<br />
house-owners as well. For this reason,<br />
<strong>the</strong> conversion to satellite television <strong>in</strong><br />
all service types has long rema<strong>in</strong>ed a<br />
niche solution<br />
– <strong>the</strong><br />
search for<br />
a digital<br />
<strong>in</strong>dividual<br />
cable solution<br />
not requir<strong>in</strong>g<br />
new<br />
cabl<strong>in</strong>g cont<strong>in</strong>ues.<br />
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children’s room 2<br />
citchen
Unrestricted s<strong>in</strong>gle cable<br />
solutions<br />
With <strong>the</strong> new TechniRouter, Techni<strong>Sat</strong> provides<br />
exactly that. For with this device, exist<strong>in</strong>g<br />
s<strong>in</strong>gle cable solutions with<strong>in</strong> liv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
spaces can be converted to receive digital<br />
satellite signals without <strong>the</strong> need for new<br />
cabl<strong>in</strong>g. This is not only important for<br />
build<strong>in</strong>gs and homes, for whom tenancy<br />
law means only a common satellite receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
system is feasible or for whom no new<br />
cabl<strong>in</strong>g is possible. In particular, also for<br />
smaller homes, <strong>the</strong> new TechniRouter<br />
from Techni<strong>Sat</strong> offers <strong>the</strong> chance<br />
to convert <strong>the</strong> conventional<br />
antenna cabl<strong>in</strong>g to <strong>the</strong><br />
satellite receiver. And all<br />
this at an unbelievably<br />
attractive price to boot.<br />
Intelligent technology<br />
At <strong>the</strong> core of <strong>the</strong> new technology is <strong>the</strong><br />
TechniRouter 5. With<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> frequency<br />
range assigned to satellite signals (950-<br />
2150 MHz), this emits eight output frequencies,<br />
via which <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>dividual parties<br />
can <strong>the</strong>n receive unrestricted access to<br />
<strong>the</strong> comprehensive range of programmes<br />
transmitted digitally via satellite. For this<br />
purpose, it uses specific control commands<br />
(DiSEqC), which have been implemented<br />
<strong>in</strong> l<strong>in</strong>e with <strong>the</strong> European directive<br />
EN 50494. The device is connected<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> same way as a normal satellite distributor<br />
e.g. to <strong>the</strong> storage device via <strong>the</strong><br />
Quatro LNB of <strong>the</strong> satellite system. The<br />
central antenna cable e.g. of an analogue<br />
antenna system, is <strong>the</strong>n simply connected<br />
to <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter. In this way, now all<br />
programmes receivable via satellite can<br />
be watched on <strong>the</strong> eight channels.<br />
granny flat home office guest room<br />
bedroom<br />
1) Relevant hardware and feeder provided.<br />
2) Relevant hardware provided. For pay-per-view programmes, <strong>the</strong> charges are levied to <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>dividual subscriber.<br />
Comparison of digital satellite reception<br />
DVB-S - Digital satellite DVB-C - Digital cable<br />
Over 1000 programmes via ASTRA<br />
19.2° East and Eutelsat Hotbird<br />
13° East. A fur<strong>the</strong>r choice of programmes via o<strong>the</strong>r satellites<br />
can also be received, e.g. via Eurasia-Türksat<br />
42° East, ASTRA & Eurobird 25.5° East.<br />
All programmes <strong>in</strong> SDTV and<br />
HDTV<br />
In <strong>the</strong> manner described, up to eight satellite<br />
connections can be made to one<br />
cable harness via a s<strong>in</strong>gle coaxial l<strong>in</strong>e. All<br />
parties <strong>in</strong>volved have access to <strong>the</strong> same<br />
choice of programmes, which can be received<br />
digitally via satellite. The Techni-<br />
<strong>Sat</strong> TechniRouter actually offers a genu<strong>in</strong>e<br />
satellite connection for each antenna<br />
socket – and all this with just one cable.<br />
Added value services and<br />
pay-per-view TV <strong>in</strong>cluded<br />
Here, as regards receiv<strong>in</strong>g Pay TV choices,<br />
<strong>the</strong>re are also no restrictions on <strong>the</strong> use<br />
of <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter. Regardless of <strong>the</strong><br />
encod<strong>in</strong>g methods used, pay-per-view<br />
TV programmes can be decoded by <strong>the</strong><br />
parties concerned via <strong>the</strong>ir <strong>in</strong>dividual<br />
receiver and viewed. Additional digital<br />
services and fur<strong>the</strong>r features - with added<br />
value services absorbed by Techni<strong>Sat</strong> -<br />
The choice of programmes is dependent on <strong>the</strong> cable<br />
network provider. Many cable network operators<br />
offer divisional and foreign language programmes at<br />
charge <strong>in</strong> additional to <strong>the</strong> cable connection charges<br />
for Pay TV.<br />
Digital added value services Digital added value services<br />
Steady receiv<strong>in</strong>g Steady receiv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Internet services 1) Internet services 1)<br />
Pay-per-view programmes 2) Pay-per-view programmes 2)<br />
High def<strong>in</strong>ition television High def<strong>in</strong>ition television<br />
Only one-time purchase costs Purchase costs and <strong>the</strong> monthly cable charges<br />
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TechniRouter<br />
All <strong>the</strong> advantages at a glance:<br />
The digital <strong>in</strong>dividual cable solution<br />
which doesn‘t require a new cable<br />
S<strong>in</strong>gle cable systems are particularly suitable for homes,<br />
where tenancy law or preservation orders mean only a<br />
common satellite receiv<strong>in</strong>g system is feasible and for<br />
which an exist<strong>in</strong>g antenna cabl<strong>in</strong>g should be retrofitted<br />
for <strong>the</strong> satellite receiver.<br />
Full programme selection for all parties concerned<br />
The new distribution technology, which Techni<strong>Sat</strong> uses<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> TechniRouters, allows all connected receivers to<br />
have simultaneous and comprehensive access to <strong>the</strong><br />
choice of programmes from a satellite, elim<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong><br />
need for a separate cable for each connection.<br />
Up to eight receivers on one cable harness<br />
Via a common cable harness, <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter<br />
can handle <strong>the</strong> operation of up to eight receivers.<br />
In this process, <strong>the</strong> cable can be run from one socket<br />
to ano<strong>the</strong>r, without hav<strong>in</strong>g to traverse multiple<br />
distributors. The coaxial l<strong>in</strong>e, which is required<br />
for conventional satellite receiv<strong>in</strong>g systems with<br />
satblock distribution for each connected satellite<br />
receiver (star distribution) is no longer needed.<br />
No new cabl<strong>in</strong>g required<br />
A new cabl<strong>in</strong>g system, which is particularly expensive<br />
with<strong>in</strong> older build<strong>in</strong>gs or apartment blocks, and<br />
thus seldom feasible, is also dispensed with. It is also<br />
possible to avoid mak<strong>in</strong>g deep impressions <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
build<strong>in</strong>g material, s<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>the</strong> exist<strong>in</strong>g cable system can<br />
be deployed for use with <strong>the</strong> new equipment.<br />
Additional digital services<br />
Additional digital services, for example <strong>the</strong> editorially<br />
compiled Electronic Programme Guide by Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
and fur<strong>the</strong>r added value services supplied free of charge<br />
via Techni<strong>Sat</strong> TechniMatic (automatic software updates<br />
via satellite)* can also be received via <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter.<br />
* when <strong>the</strong>re are <strong>in</strong>-feeds <strong>in</strong>to <strong>in</strong>dividual satellites.<br />
Pay-per-view TV capable<br />
Pay-per-view TV programmes can also be decoded and<br />
viewed us<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> TechniRouter without any<br />
additional decod<strong>in</strong>g methods be<strong>in</strong>g required as would<br />
conventionally be<br />
<strong>the</strong> case.<br />
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such as <strong>the</strong> automatic software update<br />
via satellite TechniMatic also allow signals<br />
to be received via <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter<br />
without problems* – mean<strong>in</strong>g all parties<br />
can enjoy <strong>the</strong> convenience of a conventional<br />
satellite connection.<br />
* where available<br />
Fur<strong>the</strong>r use exist<strong>in</strong>g<br />
systems<br />
For <strong>the</strong> use of <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter, normal<br />
Quatro LNBs can be deployed. A<br />
fur<strong>the</strong>r advantage of <strong>the</strong> system, which<br />
enables a satellite system already<br />
present to be fur<strong>the</strong>r used without<br />
any additional costs. The possibility of<br />
mak<strong>in</strong>g fur<strong>the</strong>r use of exist<strong>in</strong>g cable<br />
structures helps to make <strong>the</strong> switchover<br />
to <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter extremely costeffective.<br />
Exist<strong>in</strong>g sockets, distributors<br />
and boosters must, however, if need be<br />
– and if this has not already been done<br />
– be replaced for satellite-compatible<br />
components (transmission sockets with<br />
double DC bypass), however, this is<br />
usually problem-free and may be costeffective.<br />
No runn<strong>in</strong>g costs<br />
After <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>itial <strong>in</strong>vestment made for <strong>the</strong><br />
switchover to <strong>the</strong> satellite receiver, <strong>the</strong>re<br />
are no fur<strong>the</strong>r runn<strong>in</strong>g costs <strong>in</strong>curred. A<br />
vast choice of TV and radio programmes<br />
is made available via satellite. Unlike<br />
cable TV, when receiv<strong>in</strong>g programmes<br />
via satellite, <strong>the</strong>re are no monthly fees<br />
chargeable. This means <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter<br />
offers a cost-effective alternative to cable<br />
television, which is also usable <strong>in</strong> older<br />
build<strong>in</strong>gs with conventional cabl<strong>in</strong>g for<br />
analogue television .<br />
16 parties and more<br />
With <strong>the</strong> base model TechniRouter<br />
5/1x 8 G, up to eight parties can<br />
share <strong>the</strong> unit. If eight connections<br />
are <strong>in</strong>sufficient, <strong>the</strong> basic unit can be<br />
expanded with <strong>the</strong> use of a so-called<br />
cascade (TechniRouter 5/1x 8 K) to offer<br />
a fur<strong>the</strong>r antenna harness with up to<br />
eight connections available. In this way,<br />
just one dish can allow up to 16 people<br />
to enjoy receiv<strong>in</strong>g satellite programmes.<br />
The TechniRouter solutions may also be<br />
comb<strong>in</strong>ed with conventional satellite<br />
distribution technology. Here, <strong>the</strong>re are<br />
a wealth of new possibilities, to comb<strong>in</strong>e<br />
efficient and cost-effective solutions for<br />
all requirements toge<strong>the</strong>r.<br />
TechniRouter ready<br />
At <strong>the</strong> time of writ<strong>in</strong>g, Techni<strong>Sat</strong> already<br />
offers a wide selection of premium<br />
receiv<strong>in</strong>g units for programmes, which<br />
can be used with <strong>the</strong> new distribution<br />
system. To recognise a receiver and<br />
television <strong>in</strong>corporat<strong>in</strong>g a built-<strong>in</strong><br />
receiv<strong>in</strong>g tuner, which is suited for use<br />
with <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter system, this is<br />
quite clearly shown by <strong>the</strong> “TechniRouter<br />
Ready” logo. Devices marked with this<br />
logo <strong>in</strong>corporate <strong>the</strong> DiSEqC control<br />
command and are compatible with<br />
<strong>the</strong> – used by <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter – EU EN<br />
50494 directive. In this way, <strong>the</strong> costeffective<br />
DIGIT MF4-SX offers, among<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r th<strong>in</strong>gs, for <strong>the</strong> access to digital<br />
satellite television, also <strong>the</strong> HDTV hard<br />
disc receiver DigiCorder HD S2X from<br />
<strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> range, offer<strong>in</strong>g matchless<br />
image and sound quality, optimal user<br />
friendl<strong>in</strong>ess and premium added value<br />
features – and naturally, <strong>the</strong>y are all<br />
TechniRouter ready.
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> LCD digital<br />
television<br />
All Techni<strong>Sat</strong> LCD televisions from <strong>the</strong><br />
HD Vision and HDTV ranges <strong>in</strong>clude<br />
top quality multituner technology for<br />
all digital means of transmission and<br />
moreover receive digital TV and radio<br />
programmes via digital cable, Digital<strong>Sat</strong><br />
and <strong>the</strong> digital antenna television DVB-T<br />
When purchas<strong>in</strong>g<br />
always look for this<br />
mark<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Receiv<strong>in</strong>g devices, which are compatible for use with <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter system,<br />
can be quite easily recognised by <strong>the</strong> use of <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter ready logo.<br />
Devices marked with this logo <strong>in</strong>corporate <strong>the</strong> DiSEqC control command and are<br />
compatible with <strong>the</strong> – used by <strong>the</strong> TechniRouter – EU EN 50494 directive.<br />
For <strong>the</strong> use of <strong>the</strong><br />
TechniRouter, you can<br />
cont<strong>in</strong>ue us<strong>in</strong>g your<br />
normal Quatro LNB as<br />
before. This facilitates an<br />
easy and cost-effective<br />
satellite retrofitt<strong>in</strong>g with <strong>the</strong><br />
TechniRouter.<br />
Actual patterns<br />
– and all this with no additional receiver<br />
required. Of course, <strong>the</strong>y are also<br />
compatible for use with<strong>in</strong> TechniRouter<br />
<strong>in</strong>-house systems. The new TechniVision<br />
22 ST is also TechniRouter ready.<br />
Noth<strong>in</strong>g fur<strong>the</strong>r lies between you and<br />
<strong>the</strong> enjoyment of all <strong>the</strong> advantages<br />
of digital satellite television with <strong>the</strong><br />
digital s<strong>in</strong>gle cable solution requir<strong>in</strong>g no<br />
additional new cable.<br />
SINGLE CABLE<br />
SOLUTION<br />
S<strong>in</strong>gle cable solution with<br />
TechniRouter<br />
TechniRouter TechniRouter <strong>Sat</strong>-distribution<br />
<strong>Sat</strong>-distribution<br />
Actual patterns<br />
For conventional analogue television received via antenna as<br />
well as analogue cable, previously, for <strong>the</strong> distribution of antenna<br />
signals to multiple parties, <strong>in</strong>dividual lengths of cable were<br />
required with several sockets connected <strong>in</strong> series – so-called<br />
s<strong>in</strong>gle cable solutions.<br />
vs.<br />
New items<br />
STAR<br />
DISTRIBUTION<br />
Star network with conventional<br />
technology<br />
New items<br />
For modern cabl<strong>in</strong>g used for digital television, <strong>the</strong> current solution<br />
consists <strong>in</strong>stead of star-shaped arrangements - this applies to <strong>the</strong> connection<br />
of multiple parties to a s<strong>in</strong>gle satellite system via multiple LNBs<br />
or satellite distributors (multiswitches). This had previously prevented<br />
<strong>the</strong> simply and cost-effective retrofitt<strong>in</strong>g to Digital<strong>Sat</strong>.<br />
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Today we would like to go back to<br />
<strong>the</strong> roots of bus<strong>in</strong>ess and give you<br />
a glimpse <strong>in</strong>side our headquarters,<br />
which is based <strong>in</strong> Daun/Germany.<br />
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Welcome to
Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Welcome to <strong>the</strong> Headquarters<br />
<strong>in</strong> Daun/Germany<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital GmbH<br />
- <strong>the</strong> roots of<br />
bus<strong>in</strong>ess<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital<br />
GmbH was<br />
founded <strong>in</strong><br />
1987 by Peter Lepper,<br />
with <strong>the</strong> objective of<br />
produc<strong>in</strong>g high-quality<br />
satellite reception products for consumers.<br />
The decision to establish our own<br />
development and production <strong>in</strong> Germany<br />
was made as early as 1990. The<br />
high quality standard Techni<strong>Sat</strong> sets<br />
itself, is evident <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> products as well<br />
as <strong>in</strong> development and production:<br />
an eye is kept not only on functionality<br />
and ease of use, but also on environmental<br />
considerations.<br />
The wide range of<br />
products<br />
Over <strong>the</strong> time <strong>the</strong> range of products<br />
offered has been cont<strong>in</strong>ually expanded.<br />
Apart from satellite antennas, <strong>the</strong><br />
whole product range of digital receivers<br />
for <strong>the</strong> various <strong>in</strong>ternational<br />
markets was added. Today, Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
produces digital receivers for <strong>the</strong> reception<br />
of digital satellite, cable and<br />
terrestrial (DVB-S/-C/-T) television. In<br />
addition, <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> range of products<br />
<strong>in</strong>cludes multiswitches, head stations,<br />
accessories for <strong>in</strong>stallation, etc.<br />
Fur<strong>the</strong>rmore, Techni<strong>Sat</strong> has been able<br />
to establish itself as a lead<strong>in</strong>g quality<br />
producer <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> fields of LCD and cathode<br />
tube TV sets, car communications<br />
– car radios and navigation systems –<br />
as well as PC components, secur<strong>in</strong>g a<br />
significant market share <strong>in</strong> Germany.<br />
The philosophy:<br />
Develop<strong>in</strong>g and produc<strong>in</strong>g<br />
consumer-friendly<br />
quality products<br />
In all of its activities, <strong>the</strong> company has<br />
adhered firmly to its philosophy, of<br />
develop<strong>in</strong>g and produc<strong>in</strong>g consumerfriendly<br />
quality products <strong>in</strong> Germany<br />
and Europe. A decision that has been<br />
proven right <strong>in</strong> practice: more and<br />
more consumers are plac<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong>ir faith<br />
<strong>in</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong> quality branded products<br />
„Made <strong>in</strong> Germany”.<br />
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Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Elektronik Thür<strong>in</strong>gen GmbH,<br />
Dippach/Eisenach/ Germany<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital: One of<br />
<strong>the</strong> lead<strong>in</strong>g suppliers of<br />
satellite reception products<br />
and digital technology<br />
products <strong>in</strong> Germany<br />
and Europe<br />
S<strong>in</strong>ce its foundation <strong>in</strong> 1987, <strong>the</strong><br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> group has been among<br />
<strong>the</strong> lead<strong>in</strong>g suppliers of satellite reception<br />
products as well as of digital<br />
technology products <strong>in</strong> Germany and<br />
Europe.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A. Betzdorf/Luxembourg<br />
International Sales activities<br />
Research & Development,<br />
Production and worldwide<br />
sale<br />
The <strong>in</strong>novative products are developed<br />
at <strong>the</strong> research and development<br />
centre at Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital <strong>in</strong><br />
Dresden.<br />
Production takes place at four locations:<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Elektronik Thür<strong>in</strong>gen<br />
GmbH (Dippach/Eisenach), Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Vogtland GmbH (Schöneck), Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Teledigital AG (Staßfurt) and Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
Digital Sp. z o.o. (Oborniki Slaskie).<br />
Distribution is effected via authorized<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> retailers. The Techni<strong>Sat</strong> service<br />
and distribution centres support<br />
more than 14.000 retailers all over<br />
Germany and Europe. Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital<br />
S.A. is responsible for worldwide<br />
exports of Techni<strong>Sat</strong> products. It has<br />
its <strong>in</strong>ternational headquarters <strong>in</strong> Betz-<br />
dorf/Luxembourg and is responsible<br />
for <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>ternational sales of Technisat<br />
Digital Group which currently<br />
employs 1,500 people <strong>in</strong> production<br />
facilities and R&D departments <strong>in</strong> Germany<br />
and throughout Europe.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Vogtland GmbH, Schöneck/Germany<br />
Outstand<strong>in</strong>g test results<br />
The exceptional quality of Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
products has been confirmed year after<br />
year by outstand<strong>in</strong>g test results. Also,<br />
our efficient procedures and manufactur<strong>in</strong>g<br />
processes have been certified<br />
by <strong>in</strong>dependent external bodies. To<br />
implement <strong>the</strong> demands of our <strong>in</strong>ternal<br />
and external quality standards, <strong>the</strong><br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> group has <strong>in</strong>troduced a quality<br />
management system <strong>in</strong> accordance<br />
with DIN EN ISO 9002 and VDA 6.1, with<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital UK Ltd., Milton Keynes/<br />
United K<strong>in</strong>gdom<br />
an orientation towards ISO/TS 16949.<br />
The Techni<strong>Sat</strong> quality policy is under<br />
constant review and adapted to <strong>the</strong> demands<br />
of <strong>the</strong> market where necessary.<br />
Use of <strong>the</strong> latest production techniques<br />
and production facilities ensures that<br />
<strong>the</strong> high standard of quality is ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong>ed.<br />
The high quality standard of
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Teledigital AG, Staßfurt<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> is evident right from <strong>the</strong><br />
development stage, and cont<strong>in</strong>ues<br />
throughout <strong>the</strong> process of manufactur<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
distribution and market<strong>in</strong>g. Apart<br />
from functionality, ease of operation<br />
and a long life of <strong>the</strong> products, <strong>the</strong> Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
team also keeps environmental<br />
matters as well as service performance<br />
under close securtity. Thanks to a special<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> energy management<br />
concept, low energy consumption are<br />
keywords of both production and product<br />
operation.<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital GmbH, Berl<strong>in</strong>/Germany<br />
Sales activities<br />
Impressum<br />
Publisher:<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A., Mediacenter Betzdorf<br />
11, rue Pierre Werner, L-6832 Betzdorf<br />
Telefon +352-710707-900<br />
Telefax +352-710707-959<br />
Executive:<br />
Peter Lepper, Friedhelm Flamm, Stefan Kön<br />
Registre de Commerce No: B31416<br />
TVA 1997/2216/189<br />
No Ident. LU 17610260<br />
I.B.L.C. 17610260<br />
Editorial:<br />
N<strong>in</strong>a Schmitz<br />
Fred Buschkewitz<br />
Graphik art: Fred Buschkewitz<br />
Milton Keynes<br />
Editorial address:<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A., Mediacenter Betzdorf<br />
11, rue Pierre Werner, L-6832 Betzdorf<br />
Telefon +352-710707-900<br />
Telefax +352-710707-959<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital GmbH, Dresden/Germany<br />
Research &<br />
Development<br />
Betzdorf<br />
Rat<strong>in</strong>gen<br />
Daun<br />
Staßfurt<br />
Dippach<br />
Berl<strong>in</strong><br />
Dresden<br />
Schöneck Kosmonosy<br />
Advertisement:<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital GmbH,<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A., Mediacenter Betzdorf<br />
Copyright © 2008 by<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital S.A., Mediacenter Betzdorf<br />
Technical changes, mispr<strong>in</strong>ts and errors<br />
excepted.<br />
Please Note:<br />
We assume no liability for <strong>the</strong> contets of<br />
<strong>the</strong> published advertisement <strong>in</strong><br />
INFODIGTAL-MAGAZINE.<br />
It is not permitted to replicate this publi-<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital UK Ltd., Milton Keynes/<br />
United K<strong>in</strong>gdom<br />
Oborniki-Slaskie<br />
Abasár<br />
cation or through application of electronic<br />
systems convert, copy or publish it<br />
somehow or o<strong>the</strong>r without a formal written<br />
authorization of Techni<strong>Sat</strong> Digital GmbH.<br />
The usage of SAT charts, diagrams and<br />
pr<strong>in</strong>ted footpr<strong>in</strong>ts is only allowed for <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong>tention of fur<strong>the</strong>r education and for <strong>the</strong><br />
personal usage of <strong>the</strong> reader. Authorization<br />
of repr<strong>in</strong>t can exclusively be obta<strong>in</strong>ed<br />
under fax number: +49 6592 491-0.<br />
m000/0833<br />
INFODIGITAL December 2008<br />
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3899/11/08<br />
features:<br />
- lCD-widescreen<br />
- Screen size: 22“ (55 cm visible display)<br />
- Format: 16:10<br />
- Resolution: 1680 x 1050 (l<strong>in</strong>es x rows)<br />
- brightness: 300cd/m2<br />
- Contrast ratio: 700:1<br />
- Response time: 5 ms (black and white)<br />
ab uvP 599,99 €<br />
- angle:160° v / 170° h<br />
- adjustable display format: 4:3, 16:9,<br />
Zoom 1, Zoom 2<br />
- Hotelmode<br />
- OSD languages: German, english,<br />
French, italian, Spanish<br />
- Dimensions (W x H x D):<br />
without base: 53 x 40.5 x 6.5 cm<br />
with base: 53 x 45.5 x 20.5 cm<br />
- Weight: approx. 8.5 kg<br />
TechniVision 22 ST<br />
22" lCD-TV with <strong>in</strong>tegrated tuner for DVb-S and DVb-T<br />
technIcal Data:<br />
- VHF / UHF-Tuner<br />
- Frequency range: 46 MHz to 860 MHz<br />
- Colour system: Pal/SeCaM<br />
(b/G, D/K, i) adapter<br />
- Nom<strong>in</strong>al voltage: aC 230 V / 12 V<br />
- Power consumption: < 60 W<br />
- Wall mount<strong>in</strong>g equipment<br />
accord<strong>in</strong>g to VeSa 100<br />
features InteGrateD DvB-s- anD DvB-t tuner:<br />
- Programme <strong>in</strong>formation Service<br />
“SiehFern <strong>in</strong>fo”<br />
- Software Update via satellite (aSTRa 19.2°east)<br />
and DVb-T<br />
- iSiPRO: Programme list manager via satellite<br />
(aSTRa 19.2°east)<br />
technisat reliable and euro made<br />
fur<strong>the</strong>r <strong>in</strong>formation at www.technisat.com<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
MADE IN GERMANY<br />
Arbeitsplatz sichernd<br />
connectIons:<br />
uvP 299,99 €<br />
Techni<strong>Sat</strong><br />
MADE IN GERMANY<br />
Arbeitsplatz sichernd<br />
- 1 HDMi connection<br />
- 1 VGa <strong>in</strong><br />
- 1 SCaRT connection<br />
- 1 headphone output<br />
scoPe of DelIvery:<br />
- 1 remote control<br />
- 12V/ 230 V ma<strong>in</strong> adapter<br />
- Manual<br />
m000/0833-1204/08