Confused by “progress” (1 Viewer)

[tidewatcher]

I have the Caro satellite system which was on the 2009 van when I purchased it. It was very efficient though we didn’t use it a great deal, non the less a useful item to have. It seems a lot of channels on Astra 2 have now retuned with many going to HD only which my receiver does not recognise, (it is the old silver one with SCART output to TV). Also annoyingly I can no longer get BBC radio 4 on it.
Now what to do?
Upgrade the box to the Command Unit at what cost and how future proof is it?
Ditch the lot and go for a 4/5g aerial and modem thingy?
Just read a book.

 

[68c]

If you remove it you save payload and wind resistance but do become reliant on a good mobile phone signal. Cannot find the emoji for 'swings and roundabouts'.

 

[Satandpcguy]

Also annoyingly I can no longer get BBC radio 4 on it.

Scan freq 10803 H 22000 5/6 , which is where the BBC SD channels, and BBC Radio channels will reside until March 2024.

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[Anthony OysterTech]

I have the Caro satellite system which was on the 2009 van when I purchased it. It was very efficient though we didn’t use it a great deal, non the less a useful item to have. It seems a lot of channels on Astra 2 have now retuned with many going to HD only which my receiver does not recognise, (it is the old silver one with SCART output to TV). Also annoyingly I can no longer get BBC radio 4 on it.
Now what to do?
Upgrade the box to the Command Unit at what cost and how future proof is it?
Ditch the lot and go for a 4/5g aerial and modem thingy?
Just read a book.

Good afternoon tidewatcher

The Caro Digital system is still currently able to provide all standard definition channels although it may need a channel list update. This is detailed in the instruction manual that you should already have but if you do not then a PDF copy is available here: https://download.ten-haaft.com/BA_Anleitung/BA_english/en_digital-all.pdf
Alternatively we are happy to talk you through starting the process until you are happy to proceed alone. Just give us a call on 01858575928.
As Satandpcguy already mentioned the BBC standard definition services will be discontinued on the 31st of March next year however at that point there are a couple of options.

1, You can upgrade to the Vision Control centre which would cost £460 inc VAT (not including carriage or fitting costs if required) however the new electronics are receiver independent so you would need a receiver in order to view the channels. We regards to how future proof it is, currently there is nothing that would stop the new electronics locking on and giving a signal so as long as the signals are broadcasting it will work.
More information on the upgrade is available here: https://download.ten-haaft.com/Flyer/EN_Umrüstung_Broschüre.pdf

2, The current receiver you have has a signal output loop built into it for use with a secondary receiver. You can use this loop output to wire to a HD receiver of your choice and the HD channels will then be achievable without replacing the Caro electronics. This method would work as long as at least a few standard definition frequencies remain active however it is possible that if frequencies are altered there may be the need for a software update occasionally.

If you would like further information on anything I've mentioned above then please feel free to give me a call and we can discuss further.

 

[tidewatcher]

Good afternoon tidewatcher

The Caro Digital system is still currently able to provide all standard definition channels although it may need a channel list update. This is detailed in the instruction manual that you should already have but if you do not then a PDF copy is available here: https://download.ten-haaft.com/BA_Anleitung/BA_english/en_digital-all.pdf
Alternatively we are happy to talk you through starting the process until you are happy to proceed alone. Just give us a call on 01858575928.
As Satandpcguy already mentioned the BBC standard definition services will be discontinued on the 31st of March next year however at that point there are a couple of options.

1, You can upgrade to the Vision Control centre which would cost £460 inc VAT (not including carriage or fitting costs if required) however the new electronics are receiver independent so you would need a receiver in order to view the channels. We regards to how future proof it is, currently there is nothing that would stop the new electronics locking on and giving a signal so as long as the signals are broadcasting it will work.
More information on the upgrade is available here: https://download.ten-haaft.com/Flyer/EN_Umrüstung_Broschüre.pdf

2, The current receiver you have has a signal output loop built into it for use with a secondary receiver. You can use this loop output to wire to a HD receiver of your choice and the HD channels will then be achievable without replacing the Caro electronics. This method would work as long as at least a few standard definition frequencies remain active however it is possible that if frequencies are altered there may be the need for a software update occasionally.

If you would like further information on anything I've mentioned above then please feel free to give me a call and we can discuss further.

Many thanks for the information, I will have a look at my options now I have some clarification. In honesty the existing hardware is still operating perfectly which is an endorsement of the original build quality. Thanks again.

 

[PP Bear]

Good afternoon tidewatcher

The Caro Digital system is still currently able to provide all standard definition channels although it may need a channel list update. This is detailed in the instruction manual that you should already have but if you do not then a PDF copy is available here: https://download.ten-haaft.com/BA_Anleitung/BA_english/en_digital-all.pdf
Alternatively we are happy to talk you through starting the process until you are happy to proceed alone. Just give us a call on 01858575928.
As Satandpcguy already mentioned the BBC standard definition services will be discontinued on the 31st of March next year however at that point there are a couple of options.

1, You can upgrade to the Vision Control centre which would cost £460 inc VAT (not including carriage or fitting costs if required) however the new electronics are receiver independent so you would need a receiver in order to view the channels. We regards to how future proof it is, currently there is nothing that would stop the new electronics locking on and giving a signal so as long as the signals are broadcasting it will work.
More information on the upgrade is available here: https://download.ten-haaft.com/Flyer/EN_Umrüstung_Broschüre.pdf

2, The current receiver you have has a signal output loop built into it for use with a secondary receiver. You can use this loop output to wire to a HD receiver of your choice and the HD channels will then be achievable without replacing the Caro electronics. This method would work as long as at least a few standard definition frequencies remain active however it is possible that if frequencies are altered there may be the need for a software update occasionally.

If you would like further information on anything I've mentioned above then please feel free to give me a call and we can discuss further.

As ever buddy, you are a blooming star , well done

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