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    Thumbs up Install VCII Plus Descrambler

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    Hello all,
    I know there is no hack talk here so all I need is some help on how to hook up my used VCII Plus Descramber (came with no instructions) with my brand new Motorola 4DTV922 satellite receiver. I don't like removing screws without knowing what I am doing. If someone could direct me to a read me in this forum (I did search first), I would really appreciate it.

    Good to meet you all. This looks like a great forum!! I am brand new to C-Band. I will try not to "Newby" you guys to death.
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    welcome to the forum

    if I recall, there is no VCII programming that can be subscribed to so I dont think the board is even needed. Anything you want to subscribe to the DCII "board" (brain) in the 922 takes care of it. That is built in
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    You don't need the board, that was for analog subs, there are no analog subs offered to c-band home users anymore so don't put it in, it helps keep the 4d running cooler. I still have mine in my 4d to lazy to go back there to pull it out

    Question? where did you find a new 4dtv?
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    Thanks Iceberg and TFTi1 for your comments. I got it cheap so it is no big deal. Not doing anything is nice and easy.

    I bought it off of Ebay for $345.00 + $20.00 shipping.

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    I still have my old VCII module in just in case... Even though we can't sub, there are still a couple active VCII channels up there.

    If you do remove it, just make sure the receiver is unplugged.

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    Mine is still in there because ESPN, ESPN2 and The Weather Channel still can go FA at any time so it's like a perk when they do

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    Thanks for the info. Does anyone know a step by step procedure on how to install one? I am not what you call electronically gifted.

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    Remove the back cover

    Slide in the VC2+ Module af far as it will go.

    Replace the back cover and your done.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Scott Greczkowski View Post
    Remove the back cover

    Slide in the VC2+ Module af far as it will go.

    Replace the back cover and your done.
    You missed a step Scott..

    Step 1 - UNPLUG power to receiver Very important step. Attempting to install with power on will likely blow out the VC2 board and/or 4DTV receiver.

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    To Remove: Unplug unit, remove screws for cover & cover, grab 2 tabs on bottom of module, slide out, replace cover & screws, plug unit in wait for boot up and your done

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