Thread: 4DTV in the clear channels

I got a previously subscribed 4DTV receiver Motorola 920 from my in-laws (was subbed 5 years back). I plugged the unit in and I can get the id number (battery not dead) and view analog channels (RAI Italy on 103W).
I would like to view some of the clear channels like Blackbelt TV on AMC1 at 103W. I have read most of the threads and a bit confused.
Do I need to leave it on a digital channel to update the mapping since it was out of service.? Is there a good channel on 103W (W1 ) to take updates?or do I need to move the dish to a specific sat like G5 (105W)? Can the receiver view the FTA 4DTV channels or do I need to subscribe and have the reciever take a "re-hit". I am mainly just looking to view a couple of the free 4DTV channels that are listed on lyngsat as open like 103 W (W10 tp 3800H "Blackbelt TV, etc). If I need to get the cheapest sub to re-hit(authorize the receiver ) I don't mind.....Thanks...

To get the latest channel maps you need to go to a premium movie channel. As far as FTA goes to get the U channels like ALTV you need an active sub of some sort FP or ZK should work now. BTW Blackbelt is no longer ITC. Skyvision can supply some small alacarte subs for the least amount of cash.

I'll look into contacting Skyvision. I sent an email, awaiting reply

I have been using SRL for a few years now. Good package pricing and quick to answer the phone and pleasant to deal with. They don't try to up sell other products like NPS.

SRL ( programming-center.net ) provides programming for Skyvision.

When it comes to ITC 4DTV, not much variety at all and that's the reason why I sold my 905 for 200+ late last year. You will have much better luck with a decent DVB-S2 HD receiver like the AZBox models.

Considering the box was previously authorized, ALTV should be viewable w/o any sub, just a current map. It used to be anyway....?

Once you have dl'd the latest map and confirmed operation of your equipment, spring for a package. They are cheap enough. FP stuff comes and goes but there are a very few DCII stations broadcasting ITC anymore. The (Nebraska) PBS channels on T4 are still there, but you can get them (and Montana PBS) via a DVB-S box as well.
DCII is still a nice addition to a TVRO station. One use would be to sub one of the movie packages (Starz etc) and have that suplement whatever your existing programming linup is. Still better Q and less expensive than the pizza pan guys.

Oh and the BIG plus'...NO contracts, pvr fees, locals fees, phone line fees, provide your own KY fees, we got ya by the short hairs fees....well you get the idea....lol Only devout masichists would stay in a relationship like that......

Bite me Papa Ergen's and Direcomino's....

Originally Posted by melgarga

Considering the box was previously authorized, ALTV should be viewable w/o any sub, just a current map. It used to be anyway....?

Bite me Papa Ergen's and Direcomino's....

ALTV requires a sub to one channels since it's in "U" Universal mode.

I already have the Everything package w/HD from Dish. However I was mainly interested in getting Blackbelt TV for the kids. Surprising martial arts is big around the world and the US, but there is no channels by the big sat providers.

I have no personal experience (always subbed), but was going on info from I guy I used to talk with on IRC. He was using a desubbed 920. He talked about the stuff he watched on ALTV. That was some time ago. Have they always been in U mode or did that happen after they "reorganized"? I have not talked to him since then.