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SkHD User Guide
Welcome to our handy guide
designed to help you get the
most from your Sky
±
HD box.
Whether you need to make sure
you’re set up correctly, or simply
want to learn more about all the
great things your box can do, all
the information you need is right
here in one place.

Table of Contents

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Summary

Overview

About your Sky±HD box

Introduces the Sky±HD box, its features, and benefits, including recording and storage capabilities.

Your Sky±HD box

Details the physical components and indicators on the Sky±HD box and its remote control.

Turning your Sky±HD box on and off

Explains how to power the Sky±HD box on, put it into standby, or turn it off completely.

Your viewing card

Instructions and cautions regarding the proper handling and use of the Sky±HD viewing card.

Connecting your Sky±HD box to your broadband router

Guides on connecting the Sky±HD box to a broadband router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet for On Demand services.

Your Sky±HD remote

Identifies and explains the functions of various buttons on the Sky±HD remote control.

Your Sky±HD remote and your TV

Describes how to use the Sky±HD remote to control both the Sky±HD box and your television.

Changing the volume

Instructions on adjusting the TV volume using the Sky±HD remote and using the mute function.

Changing channels

Explains how to change channels one by one or by entering the channel number directly.

About the Now, Next & Later banner

Introduces the on-screen banner for viewing current, upcoming, and later programmes.

Watching the TV you love

The Sky± Homepage

Navigating and using the Sky± Homepage to explore entertainment options like TV Guide, Planner, and Search.

Exploring the Sky Guide

Explains how to navigate the Sky Guide interface for accessing different services like Box Office, Radio, and Settings.

Seeing what’s on with the TV Guide

Details on using the TV Guide screen to view channel listings, programme information, and shortcuts.

Finding a specific channel in TV Guide

Methods for finding channels in the TV Guide, including by number and browsing listings.

Seeing what’s on the HD channels

How to filter TV Guide listings to view only HD channels and identify them by the 'HD' label.

Identifying HD programmes

Explains how HD programmes are indicated in the programme information bar and TV Guide listings.

Going back to the channel you last watched

How to quickly return to the previously watched channel using the blue button or left arrow.

Finding out more about a programme with the i button

Using the 'i' button to access detailed programme information from various screens.

Codes used in the programme information banner

Explains rating and content codes displayed in programme information banners.

Finding and listening to radio channels

Instructions on how to tune into and record radio channels using the Sky±HD box.

Pausing and rewinding live TV

Saving after pausing or rewinding live TV

How to save a paused or rewound live TV programme to your Planner for later viewing.

Changing how far back you can rewind live TV

Customising the duration of the instant rewind feature for live TV playback.

Recording with Sky±

Recording without interrupting what you’re watching

Guides on recording programmes currently being watched or scheduled later.

Recording from Sky Guide listings

How to record programmes directly from the TV Guide, On Demand, or Sky Box Office listings.

Recording from anywhere you go

Using the Sky± app or website to set recordings remotely when not at home.

Recording a promoted programme

Setting up recordings for advertised future programmes using the 'remind me' option.

Setting reminders for programmes

How to set reminders for programmes to ensure you don't miss them.

Discover a world of entertainment

About on demand programmes

Overview of On Demand services, including Catch Up TV, TV Box Sets, and Sky Store content.

Seeing what’s available to watch

Navigating the Sky± Homepage to find programmes, including New & Recommended, Catch Up TV, and Sky Store.

Watching an on demand programme

Step-by-step guide on how to download and watch programmes on demand.

About your downloaded programmes

Locating and managing downloaded programmes within the Planner's Downloads tab.

Managing your usage

Guidance on checking programme sizes and managing monthly broadband usage allowances.

Restricting viewing

Setting up PIN restrictions for programmes based on age ratings to control content access.

Opting out

How to turn off automatic receipt of on demand content from services like Showcase and Catch Up TV.

On Demand Download Format

Configuring preferences for downloading content in SD, HD, or by being prompted.

Ordering entertainment from Sky Store

Steps for buying or renting movies and TV shows from the Sky Store.

Watching Sky Store rentals

Information on the viewing time limits for Sky Store rentals and how to check recording status.

Sky Store Buy & Keep

Details on purchasing movies for permanent access and archiving them within the Planner.

Paying for Sky Store programmes

Information on how charges for Sky Store purchases appear on your account and payment terms.

Ordering entertainment from Sky Box Office

Guide to ordering pay-per-view events and programmes from Sky Box Office.

Watching your favourite sports

How to browse sports listings, filter by favourites, and watch live sports events.

Suggestions

Finding personalised TV show and movie recommendations based on your viewing history.

Searching for programmes

Using enhanced search features to find programmes by title, actor, director, or other criteria.

Managing your recordings

Managing your Planner

Using Planner tab options to filter and view recordings, downloads, and purchased content.

Searching for programmes in your Planner

How to quickly find recorded or downloaded programmes by typing part of the title.

Setting the Series Link function in your Planner

Automatically recording entire series or setting reminders for future episodes.

Choosing a recording to watch

Selecting a recorded programme from the Planner and choosing a starting point for playback.

Picking up from where you left the last recording

Resuming playback of a recording from the point where it was last stopped.

The Play symbol

Understanding the 'Play' symbol which indicates playback progress and how to display it.

Checking the remaining viewing time

How to check the time left until the end of a recording using the Now, Next & Later banner.

Fast forwarding and rewinding

Using remote buttons to fast forward or rewind recorded programmes at different speeds.

Pausing

Freezing the playback of a programme using the pause button.

Slow motion

Playing back programmes in slow motion by holding the play button.

Stopping playback

How to stop programme playback and return to live TV or the Planner.

When recordings clash

Managing situations where multiple recordings are scheduled simultaneously and selecting which to keep.

Avoiding recordings being deleted

Using the 'Keep' option to protect recordings from accidental deletion.

PIN protecting kept recordings

Requiring a PIN for deleting programmes marked as 'Keep'.

Cancelling current and future recordings

How to cancel individual or series recordings from the Planner or listings.

Deleting existing recordings

Removing recorded programmes from the Planner.

Undelete a recording

Restoring programmes that have been deleted from the Planner.

Keeping an eye on available disk space

Monitoring the hard disk space used by recordings and On Demand downloads.

Disk space warning

Changing settings to receive warnings before automatic deletion of recordings due to low disk space.

Recording radio channels

Step-by-step instructions for recording programmes from radio channels.

Adding extra time to the start and end of recordings

Adjusting recording times to ensure programmes are fully captured, even if they overrun.

Other services

Going interactive

Accessing interactive services like Sky Active for account management and upgrades.

Playing games

Information on available games, including free and charged options, and how to play them.

Teletext

How to access digital text services on the Sky±HD box and TV.

Get the most from Sky±HD

Choosing your favourite channels

Setting up and managing favourite channels for easier access and quick channel switching.

What’s on your favourite channels

Viewing only programmes broadcast on your selected favourite channels.

Entering a PIN for pre-watershed playback

Setting a PIN requirement for watching rated programmes before the normal watershed time.

PIN controlled restrictions

Quickly turning PIN restrictions on or off for various viewing options.

Having more control over what the kids watch

Using PINs and settings to restrict access to unsuitable channels or programmes.

Changing your PIN

Instructions for changing your existing Sky±HD box PIN to a new personal number.

About your PIN

Advice on keeping your PIN secret and what to do if you forget it.

Hiding adult content

Option to hide all adult-rated content from programme listings and the Planner.

Restricting rated programmes

Locking programmes by age rating, requiring a PIN to watch them.

Restricting specific channels

Locking individual channels to prevent viewing, either all day or during specific hours.

Controlling the use of charged services

Preventing unauthorized purchases of Sky Store or Box Office content and limiting interactive service charges.

PIN protecting kept programmes

Requiring a PIN for deleting programmes marked as 'Keep'.

Restricting programmes in your Planner

Locking programmes stored in the Planner to prevent them from being played without permission.

Sharing your Sky±HD box

Controlling whether the Sky± app can connect to and control your Sky±HD box.

Watching TV with subtitles or audio description

How to enable subtitles or audio description for programmes while watching TV.

Finding subtitled or audio described programmes

Setting up Sky Guide to highlight programmes with subtitles or audio descriptions.

Important information about Single Satellite Feed installations

Troubleshooting steps for Single Satellite Feed installations, including switching modes.

Your mini TV setting

How to turn off the mini TV picture and mute audio in the Sky Guide interface.

Saving bookmarks

Marking specific points within a recorded programme for easy future access.

Managing and deleting bookmarks

Viewing, accessing, and removing bookmarks from recorded programmes.

Skipping to bookmarks

Navigating between bookmarks within a recording using the remote control.

Starting playback from a bookmark

Playing a recording directly from a previously saved bookmark.

Setting up and resetting your remote

Pairing the Sky±HD remote with your TV and troubleshooting setup issues.

If the set up didn’t work

Steps to follow if the remote setup for the TV fails.

Alternative set up

Alternative method for setting up the remote when the brand code is not found.

Replacing the batteries

Instructions for replacing the batteries in the Sky±HD remote control.

Adding additional subscriptions

Finding telephone numbers for Sky and other broadcasters for support.

Adding channels that aren’t listed in Sky Guide

Manually adding channels not present in the standard Sky Guide listings.

Watching your added channels

Accessing and viewing channels that have been manually added to the Sky Guide.

Changing the picture settings

Adjusting HD resolution output settings (e.g., 720p, 1080i) for optimal picture quality.

HDMI One-Touch-Play

Enabling the feature to automatically turn on the TV and switch HDMI input for the Sky±HD box.

Copying programmes to video;DVD

Transferring recorded programmes from the Sky±HD box to a video or DVD recorder.

Changing how the Circular Playback Display works

Customising the behaviour of the playback indicator lights on the front panel of the Sky±HD box.

Your Sky±HD box connections

Basic set up 1

Connecting the Sky±HD box to an HD ready TV using an HDMI lead.

Basic set up 2

Connecting the Sky±HD box to a TV with a DVI port using audio and DVI leads.

Connecting other devices

Guides on connecting the Sky±HD box to DVD/video recorders or audio systems.

Switching on Dolby Digital audio

Enabling Dolby Digital audio output for a home cinema system via optical, coaxial, or HDMI.

Adjusting sound synchronisation

Correcting audio-video sync issues when using digital audio outputs with a home cinema system.

Green stuff

Saving energy with standby

Reducing energy consumption by switching the Sky±HD box to standby mode when not in use.

… and standby modes

Explains Active Standby and Eco Standby modes for energy saving on specific Sky±HD box models.

Recycling electrical and electronic products

Information on proper disposal and recycling of electrical and electronic waste equipment.

Recycling packaging

Guidance on recycling cardboard packaging and its environmental benefits.

Disposing of batteries

Instructions for safe and environmentally friendly disposal of batteries, noting hazardous materials.

More information

Provides a web link for further information on recycling and environmental tips.

For your safety

Using equipment safely

General safety precautions and warnings for operating the Sky±HD box and associated equipment.

Warnings and cautions

Important safety advice regarding electrical shock hazards, repairs, and environmental conditions.

Mains plug and fuse

Information on mains plugs, fuse replacement, and suitability for power outlets.

Connecting to the mains supply

Correct procedures for connecting the Sky±HD box to the AC mains supply.

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Sky+HD DRX890 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSky+HD
ModelDRX890
CategorySet-top boxes
LanguageEnglish

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