what is BLIND SEARCH

[ftanewbie]

Hi, I am new to the whole satellite and FTA industry. Can someone explain exactly to me what the BLIND SEARCH feature means for an FTA receiver.
Thank you

 

[Diamond Jim]

Blind search ables you to scan a satellite for all of the frequencies that are on it and will provide you with the the symbol rate. Easy way to find channels.

 

[ftanewbie]

so then what is the difference between this blind search and the "automatic scan" offred by TRAXIS 2500 for example.

 

[PSB]

Auto Scan only scans the known transponders stored on the Traxis.......

"BLIND/POWER/SMART" scan is really a MUST have.....(IMO)

 

[Mr Tony]

auto scan scans the frequencies that are entered in the unit.

Blind Search/Smart Search searches the whole KU spectrum and finds the frequencies that aren't published, like sports and news feeds.

As PSB said, a Blind/Smart search is a must to really enjoy the whole FTA experience