Pace SKY +

 
 
Connectivity

 
  1. AC Input - From mains power supply
  2. Telephone line Connector RJ11
  3. UHF Modulator - For connection to main TV and optional
    connection to second TV
  4. TV A/V SCART - Provides either composite or RGB and
    composite video output. Audio volume can also be controlled
    in software
  5. VCR A/V SCART - VCR Scart for connection to Video Recorder
  6. Analogue Audio Outputs - An important addition for users
    wishing to integrate the set-top box into their home audio system.
    Volume can be adjusted or muted under software control
  7. S-Video Connector - For high quality connection to plasma
    monitors or VHS Recorders
  8. SP-DIF - For connection to home Dolby Digital amplifier
  9. RS232 - Serial port connector for service and factory use only
  10. RF Input - Twin IF inputs to connect to dual LNB at dish

 

The Sky+ 2 is a feature enhanced second generation Digital Video Recorder (DVR) currently deployed by BSkyB in the UK with new aesthetics and improved usability and features.  
Performance

 
  • A 166MHz main processor improves application performance and user interface response.
  • 40Gbyte hard disk drive.
  • Twin High speed data ports for future connectivity upgrades.
  • Dolby AC-3 Downmix (Digital Optical Audio Output).
  • Improved Remote Control with VCR style functionality.

 
DVR Features

Twin Tuners – The Sky+2 twin digital tuners allow the user to:
  • Watch one digital channel whilst recording another
  • Watch live or recorded programmes on second TV in the home
  • Instant Replay of live TV
  • Pause live TV – Pause a live programme
  • Archive favourite programmes to VCR
  • Record two digital channels simultaneously (Dual Record), while watching a third programme from disc
  • Series link facility
  • Bookmark feature

The Sky+2 Time Shift and Video Recorder functionality allows the user to:

  • Store a minimum of 20 hours programming (bitrate dependant) with no loss in picture quality
  • Use VCR style facilities (FF/RWD/STOP/Pause)
  • Smoothly accelerate from pause to fast forward

 
Security

Supports the NDS Conditional Access system together with XTV for total security of content on the hard disk drive.  
Software

Includes a number of additional features such as:
  • Links recordings to BSKYB Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) for ease of recording and retrieving from the disc
  • DiSEqC™1.2 for full control of LNB
  • Software upgrade over air
  • Live Pause/Time Shift/Catch Up feature
  • Circular green playback front panel display feature
  • Instant Rewind feature
  • Favourite Channels feature
  • Teletext
  • DVB Subtitles