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13-07-2006
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I am a complete novice, but keen to learn about encrypted satellite reception. Would someone please advise me about the Phoenix Apollo CI+MC box ?. I read that it has an embedded multicrypt CAM and that it auto updates its software via the HotBird. What about Key Cards ?...I've seen ads that suggest that I wouldn't need them either....nudge,nudge,wink,wink !! I've already got a Humax receiver with CI slots..so what would be the advantage of buying the Phoenix over spending the money on a DragonCam for my Humax?? | ||
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13-07-2006
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My System: Sky HD, TM6800HD, Manhattan Plaza ST550 and TM1500 CI+. 1.0m dish and 36v motor, Panasonic DVD HDD recorder and Panasonic video/DVD recorder. Sony G800 HD TV stand/surround system + Sony KDL40W2000. Infinity USB, Elvis, CAS1, CAS2. | Given that there's not a lot of channels being broken currently I wouldn't upgrade a receiver at the moment unless I wanted a PVR. Probably a dreambox will be the first to pick up anything going. Yes a dragon cam will be useful if codes become available and you do get a porn sim card with the dragon (for 9 months) but depends on your taste. Other than that a Technomate T1500CI for about £100 with regular cam patches available is a cost effective solution. | ||
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My System: Eagle Linux | Did u know that u can upgrade the software in your apollo to an openbox and there is much more support for this box, if you go to ***** you will find the software to do this and here for key updates - you will also find here that there is a program called pobedit which is a handy key and channel editor | ||
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13-08-2007
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My System: Phoenix Apollo CI+MC Global Orbit 80cm dish Superjack DG-120+ Motor | Yes, this box does what you suggest. Make sure you have the latest software updates and check through the forums. All the info is there. | ||
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