TBS 6925 PCi Card with hardware blind scan in DVB-S2 and DVB-S

[starman345]

Looks like the thread already exists regarding the TBS 6925 ...
Having just heard about it for the first time on aceb Cband setup thread ..

Can anyone tell me where this card can be obtained and at what sort of monies ?

Just searched on ebay ..but came back with nothing ..
The only thing I found was this list of features posted on another forum ..

so far that is ..

I'll definately read the whole thread ..and do a bit of digging for my own benefit.

1 quick question though ..
Is it only used with its own proprietory software ..or is it supported by DVBviewer ?
I have a genuine paid for version of this software ..

Feature 10 . in the list suggests it is ..but would appreciate some feedback from users..

rgds
VS
Main Features:
1. DVB-S2/S Transponders Receiving
2. CCM, VCM and ACM mode support
3 .Support Multiple Transport Stream Receiving
4. Support Generic Stream capture
5. Transponders blind scan
6. Up to 190 Mbit/s channel bit rate capture

7. Wide range symbol rates support, from 200Ksps to 45Msps
8.High-speed Data download via Satellite
9. Windows 7 Media Center compatible
10.Supported by DVBDream, DVBViewer, DVBlogic, ProgDVB, Skynet, TSreader…

Specifications:
1.Receiving Frequency: 925~2175 MHz Tuning Range
2.Input level: -69~ -23dBm
3.DVB-S2/DVB-S DIRECTV 8PSK QPSK 16APSK 32APSK Demodulator
4. 8PSK /QPSK/16APSK/32APSK mode
5. Symbol Rates:
DVB-S2 QPSK: 200Ksps~45 Msps
DVB-S2 8PSK: 200Ksps~45 Msps
6. Code Rates:
DVB-S: 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
DVB-S2 QPSK: 1/4,1/3,2/5,1/2,3/5,2/3,3/4,4/5,5/6,8/9,8/10
DVB-S2 8PSK: 3/5,2/3,3/4,5/6,8/9,9/10
16APSK: 2/3,3/4,4/5,5/6,8/9,9/10
32APSK: 3/4,4/5,5/6,8/9,9/10
7. Automatic Acquisition Range: ±10MHz
8. DiSEqC 2.x compliant
9. PCI Express interface
10. Low profile size

Ebay has them here ebay tb 6921 or you can buy from _http://www.buydvb.net/ thats where I got mine from, no problems with the sale, took 8-10 days to get it. Buydvb is selling for $249, Ebay seems a little higher.
The card works with Dvbviewer but there is no DiSEqC1.2 control, not sure about USALS I haven't tried that.

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[Vipersan]

Thanks Starman ..
I suspect the fact all prices are in Dollars says it all ...
I should have widened my search parameters to worldwide ...
;)

Do I take it then there are no European or UK vendors for this card ?

...certainly ..I'll have to save 'mi pennies & raid the piggy bank for this card as it appears to be a bit on the pricey side ..
rgds
VS

 

[strs65]

There is a german e-shop _https://www.tbs-technology.de/shop/product_info.php?products_id=14 that already sells them, at 239 euros. Actually I bought mine from BuyDVB for 188 euros (shipping included).

 

[Llew]

Yes, I also got mine from BuyDVB, same price.

Regarding the spec shown, version 2 of the board now has a different tuner which apparently won't find any SR below 1Msps - at least I don't see anything scanning those channels. The upside apparently is a faster blindscan.

 

[starman345]

Yes, I also got mine from BuyDVB, same price.

Regarding the spec shown, version 2 of the board now has a different tuner which apparently won't find any SR below 1Msps - at least I don't see anything scanning those channels. The upside apparently is a faster blindscan.

I've locked an 816 SR with my version 2 but I think I have read the first version locks lower values

 

[strs65]

Yes, I also got mine from BuyDVB, same price.

Regarding the spec shown, version 2 of the board now has a different tuner which apparently won't find any SR below 1Msps - at least I don't see anything scanning those channels. The upside apparently is a faster blindscan.

Yeap, maybe it won't find ultra low SR's with blind scan, on the other hand I've locked two radio stations on Eutelsat Sesat (16 East) at 12679,H,330 (Canadian Forces Radio) and 12680,H,334 (Joe FM from Belgium).

 

[Llew]

With a version 2 board? I tried those but couldn't resolve them.

 

[strs65]

Yes, with a version 2. I guess whether or not you have a lock depends also on the LNB and the stability of its local oscillator. Currently (2-3 days) I'm using a new Smart Oxid single...

 

[Llew]

OK, I'll try a holding scan on that TP. I'm using an Inverto Black Ultra LNBF.

 

[Llew]

No go. I gave Transedit scanner a PAT timeout of 10 seconds, but nothing doing.

 

[Vipersan]

Hi friends ..
I am either seriously commited ....or should be commited...
One or tother..

Have had some good news regarding a 32 inch Sanyo HD ready LCD I recently refurbished ...

One of my relatives is interested in buying ..which would provide funds for one of these pro cards ...

So I may well be ordering one after the weekend..

I'm a bit concerned that there is more than 1 version out there ..
Can I specify which version I want ?
..and where am I likely to get the version I specify ..?
Next question is ...which version do I go for ..
..and why is version 2 sub standard compared to version 1 ..considering its such an expensive card.

For this kind of money I want it all singing all dancing ..
Don't want to make a mistake with the purchase ..so your advice is very welcome.

Please help me with my addiction ...
;)
rgds
VS

 

[Llew]

You should get version 2 if it's supplied by BuyDVB VS. Don't know about other suppliers. Don't think version 1 is available now.

Version 2 isn't sub-standard, just uses the latest chipset. As with most upgrades, you lose one thing and gain another, though what that means in this case I have a learning curve to climb, as I think there's more to come with this card, being so new on the market.

In any case, there's very little sub-1Ms/s stuff out there, so we haven't lost much. Although strs65 in a previous post has no problem with some ultra-low SR radio channels, if he indeed has the same card build.

 

[strs65]

Llew this is my card, I believe it is the 2 version, isn't it? It looks like this version anyway...




Could it be possible that there isn't enough signal in your system to lock those transmissions? Besides it is quite low even in the spectrum produced by CrazyScan.




Locking those two transmissions with TBS Recorder is also possible here.

 

[Llew]

Yes, appears to be the same version, says V2.1 in the bottom RH.

Tuner version can be seen in Streamreader.log -

I have:
Tuner IC: STB6100
Frontend / demod IC STV090x (cut 3.0)

I'll do a Crazyscan of the TP to see if it shows up.

 

[Vipersan]

Patience was _never_ one of my virtues...
Order placed ..
Nasty hole in 180 squid ......174.38
EEk...

So ..whilst I'm waiting ...
any chance you might post up or PM me some software and info links ..so I can grab stuff ..and start my ascent of the new learning curve..
cheers
VS

 

[Llew]

PM sent.

Have fun with your new aquisition

Usually pretty speedy using DHL Express.

General info and a software downloads section can be found on the TBS site -

_http://www.tbsdtv.com/english/product/6925.html

 

[Llew]

Llew this is my card, I believe it is the 2 version, isn't it? It looks like this version anyway...

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Could it be possible that there isn't enough signal in your system to lock those transmissions? Besides it is quite low even in the spectrum produced by CrazyScan.

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Locking those two transmissions with TBS Recorder is also possible here.

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Nope, won't lock on my card even though like yourself I seem to have a healthy peak -

 

[Low Profile]

It would be interesting to know if Crazyscan could use both ports of the 6925 (with a dual LN or all 4 ports of the 6984 to cut down scan time.

If not, it would be a very interesting upgrade / development for the future.

 

[strs65]

6925 doesn't have two LNB in ports. It is a single tuner card, the second port is loop through...

 

[strs65]

Nope, won't lock on my card even though like yourself I seem to have a healthy peak -

Llew I believe the peak is somewhat low. Even for normal SR's could be proven difficult to lock.