HD PVR
The introduction of the new DStv HD PVR (High Definition Personal Video Recorder) decoder has further revolutionised the television experience with lifelike viewing, sharper
images, more vibrant colours and precision picture quality.
Now you can enjoy colours so rich you can feel their intensity, and a picture so sharp you can see every face in the crowd. You’ll be wowed.
The HD PVR allows you to view one channel, while recording two other channels simultaneously. It also offers you the following benefits:
Record 150 hours of standard definition TV (double the SD PVR) or 50 hours of HD TV.
24 hour i-Plate
Surround Sound capability
Pause live TV programming
Rewind programming
Fast forward and slo-mo programming you have recorded
The HD PVR also introduces a new feature called "Favourite Channels". If you select your favourite channels, you get the following :
A personalised TV Guide, listing the schedules for just those channels.
A personalised viewing environment (like the current bouquets on other decoders) which includes only your selected channels. This means that when “surfing” through the channels
you only see the channels you have selected, so no more hopping over unwanted or unavailable channels.
A Favourite Channels Grid – similar to the existing channel grid, but listing only the channels you selected, making it easier to tune between channels.
While the HD PVR may not be a dual view PVR we have introduced XtraView to cater to your needs. XtraView takes care of the second and in some cases, third viewing environment at
no additional subscription fee to what you currently pay for on the DualView decoder or SD PVR.
Compatible TVs
Which TVs are compatible with the MultiChoice HD PVR?
Look out for the "HD Ready” or "Full HD" sticker when purchasing a TV, which means that the TV is capable of displaying at least 720 lines of resolution and can scale up lower
resolution signals plus scale down higher resolution signals to fit the screen.
Check the resolution which should be 1280 x 720 or higher.
The TV should also have at least 1 HDMI (High Definition media interface) input which is HDCP compliant.
Although MultiChoice has tested the HD PVR with many of the HD TV brands available in SA, there are many new and imported models also available.
If your TV is marketed as "HD Ready" or "Full HD" and does not work with the HD PVR, we suggest that you check the components and / or contact the manufacturer of the TV for
assistance.Home Theatre System
The HD PVR is Surround Sound capable. To experience the full magic of HD content with high quality sound you will need a compatible 6 speaker Home Theatre System.
There are many brands and models available – speak to the salesman at your local retailer for advice on which system will best suit your needs and budget.
Then all you need to do is get wired for sound, sit back and prepare to be blown away!
