How do I get to the secret menu on Sky HD?

How do I get to the secret menu on Sky HD?

There are a few settings in the SKY HD box which are contained in a hidden menu such as the activation of the RF2 port which is used for distribution of the SKY channel to other screens. To access this menu, press the following button combination: Press ‘Services’ and then press; 0, 0, 1, and then ‘Select’.

How do I force a Sky HD box to update?

Updating Your Sky+HD Box

1. Press the standby button using your remote.
2. Switch off the Sky+HD Box and disconnect it from the power supply. Also, turn off the other devices connected to the box.
3. On the top panel of the box, press and hold the backup button.
4. Keep pressing the backup button until the box resets.

How do I set up RF2 on my Sky HD box?

How do I activate the RF2 output on my SKY™ box?

1. Press the SERVICES button.
2. Press the NUMBER 4 button, then the NUMBER 0 then the NUMBER 1 button.
3. Press SELECT button.
4. Press the NUMBER 4 again.
5. Press the DOWN ARROW button once.
6. Press the SIDE ARROW button once.
7. Press the DOWN ARROW button once again [save new settings]

Why is my Sky box stuck on initialising?

You may see ‘Your box is still initialising, please return in a short time to use this feature’ if you’ve turned your Sky box on. This means that the TV Guide and Planner are updating.

What can I do with an old Sky HD box?

Your old Sky box will still work as a Freesat from Sky box to receive free channels on it, but you won’t be able to pause, record or watch any old recordings on the box anymore. Alternately you can give it to friends or family who want a Freesat box, or sell it on eBay (don’t expect to get much for it).

What RF channel for Sky best?

The default RF channel number for a Sky box is UHF channel 68. It should be a case of tuning your TV into channel 68, and you’ll be able to watch whatever TV channel your Sky box is tuned into.

Where is RF2 on Sky HD box?

On your remote, key Services,0,0,1. Select to access the Installer Menu where you’ll find the RF2 settings.

What is rf1 and RF2 on Sky Box?

RF 1 goes to your TV, RF2 can feed a second television. The second TV can then be controlled with a ‘magic eye’ so you can change the channels from another room. I’ve done this on the old Sky boxes but not on Sky+ / HD.

How long does Sky HD take to initialise?

It takes between five to ten minutes to download the software; do not turn off the box or try to watch Sky TV during this time.

What lights should be on my Sky HD box?

The standby light on the front panel is red when your Sky±HD box is plugged into the mains but turned off. The light is green when your Sky±HD box is on. The light is amber when your Sky±HD box is in standby. To save power and money, please put your Sky±HD box into standby mode when you’re not using it.

Are there any Sky±HD boxes without WiFi?

Sky±HD box models without built-in Wi-Fi Sky±HD 2TB and Sky±HD 1TB Model: DRX895 Sky±HD Model: DRX890 * This user guide does not apply to the following Sky±HD boxes: DRX780, Samsung HD, Pace HD, Thomson HD. Product images reflect the Sky±HD box with built in Wi-Fi. This user guide does not apply to Sky±HD boxes manufactured by Thomson.

How do I Turn my Sky±HD box off?

To turn your Sky±HD box to standby, press the standbybutton on your remote. To turn your Sky±HD box to off, press and holdthe standbybutton for 5 secondson your remote. The standby light on the front panel is red when your Sky±HD box is plugged into the mains but turned off. The light is green when your Sky±HD box is on.

Do you get unlimited data with Sky Mobile?

With any SIM only plan or phone contract you take from Sky Mobile, they’ll include their Sky Mobile Watch benefit. This detects mobile data you use for their Sky apps and doesn’t charge you for it. It’s basically unlimited data for streaming Sky Go and all these other apps. We’ve tried it ourselves and it’s excellent.

How to set up Sky±HD on my router?

Firstly, check if your broadband router has a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button . AIf your broadband router has a WPS button: 1 Press and hold the WPS button on your broadband router for 2 seconds. 2 Within one minute press the WPS button on the front panel of your Sky±HD box.