Philips STU 801/25R - Manual (Page 14)

Certain satellite programmes are transmitted in an encoded form that require de-scrambling by the end
user. The STD 801 IRD comes to you with an integral VideoCrypt decoder that allows you to view only
programmes that are scrambled using the VideoCrypt system when used with a suitable viewing card. A
subscription must be paid for a viewing card to allow you to view these programmes.
For details on getting a viewing card contact your dealer or Sky Television as follows:
Sky Subscribers Services Ltd., Tel: 0506 460000
PO Box 43,
Livingston,
West Lothian, EH54 7DD.
Viewing Scrambled Programmes
Select the scrambled programme you wish to view. The message PLEASE WAIT will be super-imposed
on the scrambled signal. After a few seconds the PLEASE INSERT CARD message will be seen. Insert
your viewing card fully into the front panel slot (arrow uppermost and pointing into the receiver). The picture
will de-scramble after a few seconds and you will be able to view until such a time that the card is removed
or it expires.
Renewing the Viewing Card
Viewing cards work for a fixed period only. You will be sent a replacement card as long as you subscribe.
Activating a New Viewing Card
To activate your new card it will be necessary to insert your old viewing card first, wait until a picture appears
or the message YOUR CARD HAS EXPIRED is returned, then immediately substitute your new card for
the old. Check that the new card successfully descrambles all broadcasts to which you have subscribed.
NOTE: Your new card may not work if this procedure is not foilowed.
Parental Control Facility
A special key card may be available in the future from your Subscriber Service Centre for a small additional
charge which can be used in conjunction with your viewing card to controi the decoding of programmes
not suitable for children. The ordinary viewing card will allow access to all authorized VideoCrypt
programmes. Contact your Subscriber Service Centre for details. Full instructions for use will be supplied
with the key card.
Viewing Scrambled Transmissions (IRD only)
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