Purchasing equipment for satellite television from a licensed dealer usually includes installation, connection and configuration services for Tricolor. But not all subscribers buy an antenna and a dish from official distributors. Some turn to large retail chains, which automatically entails additional costs for inviting a technician to connect the TV. Those who decide to move and install the kit in another place also have to think about proper installation and configuration.
In such situations, there is only 1 way to save money: connect the equipment yourself. If you approach this process wisely, it turns out that there is nothing complicated about it. But you should prepare in advance for the fact that it will take a lot of time. Installing a dish and setting up television “in an hour” will not work. It wouldn't hurt to get help from a friend who can tell you where to turn the antenna in order to catch a stable, clear signal from the satellite.
Selecting the location and installation of the antenna
The first step in the process of connecting satellite TV is always choosing a place to mount the dish.
The provider recommends choosing places where:
- there will be no large objects (buildings, tall trees, walls) between the dish and the satellite;
- there are no sources of radio interference in front of the antenna that could affect the quality of the signal (radio towers);
- there are no potential threats to the operation of the equipment (places where water, snow, dirt, fallen leaves accumulate).
Additionally, it is worth considering that it is best to install on the south side of the building. Here the signal from the satellite is more reliable. In addition, it is recommended to take into account the location of the TV and set-top box and avoid using too long a cable.
Preparing to connect the receiver
Once the installation location has been chosen, you can proceed to installing the antenna and finding the correct tilt and azimuth.
To do this you can:
- look at the position of the plates of the same company on other houses;
- use a special device to determine the correct parameters (not recommended, since there is no point in buying additional devices for one use);
- download a special application to your smartphone;
- look for the correct position yourself, using the help of a friend.
But even when using the most accurate device or application, you must always check the results with the receiver's connection quality scale.
Subtleties of installing the receiver
Installing the receiver to the TV is carried out in one of two ways:
- Using a high frequency (HF) antenna cable.
- Using a low frequency (LF) cable with connector.
The RF is connected to the TV socket intended for the antenna and to the “RF Out” socket on the receiver. When you plug in the receiver, the word “BOOT” and the TV channel number should appear on the screen of the television device. Turning on the channel search, we get the phrase “No signal,” indicating that the receiver is working correctly.
The algorithm for attaching LF to a satellite receiver is the same as for HF. The only thing is that after the “BOOT” message appears, press the “A/V” key on the remote control and wait for the “No Signal” message to appear. If the inscription appears, then everything was done correctly. Other information that appears on the screen of the television device indicates that the equipment is assembled incorrectly.
How to set up Tricolor on TV
To set up the Tricolor plate, you need:
- turn on the set-top box and open the signal debugging scale;
- then gradually rotate the antenna (each step should contain 3-4 millimeters) and pause for a few seconds to check the quality of the connection;
- Having found the desired position (each scale should be more than 80% filled), all that remains is to fix the antenna in the desired position and proceed to the next step).
The next stage assumes that the antenna is in the correct position and the subscriber has already registered on the site. If both points are met, you need to:
- turn on the receiver and wait for the settings menu to open (sometimes a password is required, default is 0000);
- enter basic operating parameters (time zone, region, language);
- open and run channel search;
- wait for it to complete;
- save the result.
The rest of the subscriber settings are made later at the user's request.
How to avoid such problems
The easiest way to avoid glitches and simply enjoy your viewing experience is to carry out the entire setup process correctly and save the final results. If troubles have already occurred, it is worth resetting the existing settings to the factory level and preparing the equipment for work again. Almost every subscriber is able to do this independently.
If Tricolor freezes when searching for channels, you should think about updating the software. You can check the current software version in the receiver menu; you can check the current version on the provider’s website.
In cases where a client of a satellite company stubbornly lacks high-quality TV channels (Ultra HD), it is necessary to make sure that the existing set-top box is capable of receiving and processing a signal of this level. Perhaps it needs to be replaced with a more modern one.
Manual setup of Tricolor TV - subtleties and tips
When manually tuning television, the user should find out in advance the correct frequencies of the desired channels. To do this, you should visit the official website of the satellite company or call the contact center.
If making a call is inconvenient, you should specify the following parameters:
- frequency – 12226, flow speed – 27500, polarization – left;
- frequency – 11727, speed and polarization are the same as indicated above;
- frequency – 12303, speed – 17500, polarization – right;
- frequency 12174, speed – 04340, polarization – right.
Additionally, it is recommended to activate the option that offers to skip encrypted channels. This approach will allow you to remove unavailable TV channels from the list and make switching between broadcasts as convenient as possible. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the list of free Tricolor TV channels in more detail.
If difficulties arise, you should make sure that the date and time are correctly specified in the receiver settings. A typo or inaccuracy will result in some of the broadcasts being unavailable.
What to do, there are no channels - use the Tricolor search
There are several main reasons to search for channels on Tricolor TV:
- updating the broadcast and adding new titles to the package;
- hardware software update;
- connecting an additional package;
- disappearance of some available broadcasts;
- system failure.
In each listed case, users will have to search and restore the broadcast network. At the same time, subscribers have the right to choose the approach they will use. The provider offers clients to focus on:
- automatic mode, requiring minimal human intervention;
- manual version, which allows you to independently select parameters and adjust satellite TV to suit you.
In addition, you need to take into account that each receiver model, including the gs b520, has its own features that must be taken into account when setting up broadcasts.
Helpful information
Users who want to independently set up Tricolor TV on their TV should know that:
- Before setting up, you need to pay a subscription fee;
- in case of difficulties, it is recommended to call the contact center (especially important for activating keys);
- when purchasing equipment on the secondary market, there is a high probability that you will not be able to connect to the TV (and diagnostics will not help);
- After connecting and setting up the television, you need to conclude a subscription service agreement by downloading and filling out a special form (if the equipment was not purchased from a dealer and the agreement has not been concluded previously).
Manual search for free Tricolor channels by frequency
Connecting free TV channels is no different from installing other packages, so if all attempts to find the broadcast are unsuccessful, you should think about the reasons for the difficulties. They can be caused by:
- technical work;
- disconnection of the subscriber and termination of the service agreement.
In each case, it is almost impossible to solve the problem. You will either have to wait or contact the company again.
If free TV channels are found, they can be sorted into a single group. To do this, you need to use the appropriate function.
Reasons if channel search does not work
It also happens that there is a problem with the search engine for the following reasons:
- The signal is weak or poorly received. The equipment may be dirty or icy. The antenna should be inspected and, if necessary, cleaned;
- The cable wire is disconnected or damaged. This circumstance should be checked;
- The receiver is broken;
- When installing an update, critical errors in the code may occur. In this case, you need to reset the settings.
If the operation of the equipment is unstable or it is impossible to turn it on, you should use service.
Summarize
By connecting the Tricolor antenna yourself, you can save money in the family budget for other necessary needs. However, you should not overestimate your strength. And if a home handyman has doubts that he will be able to do everything correctly and accurately, it is better to turn to professionals for help.
If you have doubts about your abilities, it is better to seek help from professionals.
We hope that the information presented in today's article was useful to our dear reader. If you have any questions, our editorial team will be happy to answer them in the discussions below. If you have experience in such work, please share it there - it will be useful for beginning home craftsmen. And for a more complete discussion of the topic, we suggest watching the video “How to set up the Tricolor TV antenna” yourself.
Problems setting up channels
Despite the fact that the process of setting up Tricolor channels is as simple as possible, some users sometimes have problems.
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Problems and solutions
The software works with errors after the update.
You can solve this problem by performing a full system reset to factory settings.
It is not possible to scan the entire range of available frequencies.
You need to check the location of the satellite dish or try to find channels manually.
Low signal level from the antenna.
This problem occurs quite often and can be solved by checking the condition of the cable for damage. If there are any, the cable should be replaced.
Lost activation keys.
In this case, you don’t have to worry, because you can easily request them from your provider and then enter them.
Problems with the smart card.
It needs to be pulled out of the slot, wiped, and then put back in place. If this does not help, then you can try resetting the device to factory settings.
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Reset
When difficulties arise with broadcasting TV channels, the provider advises resetting the receiver to factory settings. This almost always allows you to return satellite television to normal mode.
The instructions for resetting settings are the same for all models of digital set-top boxes used:
- Enter Menu.
- Select "Settings".
- Confirm the action with a PIN code of 4 zeros, if required by the equipment.
- Click “Reset settings”/“Factory settings”.
- Confirm the operation.
Setting up television receivers with a built-in receiver
Currently, almost all well-known brands that produce TVs, such as LG and Samsung, offer models with a built-in receiver. This is convenient - no need to look for a place for separate equipment and hide wires. But there are also difficulties - you can only configure the tuner manually. The step-by-step diagram depends on the specific model of the television receiver and is specified in the instructions for the equipment.
Settings options
The standard setup procedure looks like this:
- Menu.
- Manual setting.
- Network search.
- Transponder frequency is 12226.
- Symbol rate - 27500.
- Satellite name.
After this, you can proceed to searching for channels. At the end of the process, the list must be saved.
If none of the methods work, then all that remains is to call a toll-free number or go to the provider’s official website. It is possible that the only way out of the situation will be to invite a specialist who knows exactly how to set up broadcasting and can understand what causes the channels to go astray.
