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Solutions Group Sky Q User Manual

Solutions Group Sky Q
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INSTALLERS GUIDE TO
SKY Q
NEXT GENERATION
SET TOP BOXES
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Solutions Group Sky Q Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelSky Q
ConnectivityWi-Fi, Ethernet
HDMI Ports1
Operating SystemSky Q OS
Dolby AtmosYes
CategorySet-top box
Hard Drive Capacity1TB, 2TB
Voice ControlYes
HDR SupportHDR10
Remote ControlBluetooth remote with voice control

Summary

Should Installers Join the Sky Q?

Sky Q Silver Box

The flagship Sky Q Silver box is a 12 tuner STB with 4K support, located under the lounge TV.

New Hardware and Installation Changes

Multiroom Sky Q Mini

The smaller Sky Q Mini STB acts as a slave to the main box, offering one virtual tuner for live viewing.

Sky Q Hub Router

Sky's router offering added features like wireless hotspot and Powerline networking capability.

Upcoming Features

Future features include 4K viewing, voice search, and app expansion to phones.

New Wideband LNB Technology

New LNBs use horizontal/vertical polarities, allowing tuners to receive the full band simultaneously.

Domestic Installation Considerations

Standard domestic systems face challenges with higher frequencies and potential cable losses.

Wall Plate Issues

Wall plates with filters can cause problems, requiring replacement and separate terrestrial cables.

4G Interference Impact

4G signals can interfere with Sky Q systems, especially with inferior cable or proximity to transmitters.

Communal System Adaptations

Traditional Communal Setups

Traditional communal systems use multiple cables and switches to deliver signals.

Wideband LNB in Communal Systems

Communal systems with wideband LNBs may face signal loss over long cable runs.

Digital SCR Device Benefits

SCR devices consolidate LNB signals onto a single coax cable, supporting multiple tuners.

System Types and Existing Infrastructure

Fibre Optic System Upgrades

Fibre systems need updated wideband devices to support Sky Q.

Hotel Systems (SMATV)

SMATV systems preset channels at the head-end, making Sky Q potentially unnecessary.

Existing System Upgrades

Many traditional systems will require upgrades or hybrid approaches for Sky Q compatibility.

Further Information and Advice

Contacting Solutions Group

Contact local Solutions Group branches for installation queries and technical support.