SATNET.NET.NZ Digital Satellite - Satellite Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I View the Freeview Satellite channels by purchasing the Hyundai or UltraPlus Satellite Receivers ?

A. Yes, The Hyundai - UltraPlus are Digital mpeg2 compliant Satellite Receivers you will receive all freeview channels: TVNZ 6, TVNZ 7, TVNZ Sport Extra, TV One, TV 2, TV3, C4, Cue, Stratos, Maori TV, Te Reo, RNZ National Radio, RNZ Concert FM, NUI FM, all in Digital Quality an in 16:9 Wide Screen with EPG ( electronic program guide )

Q. What would the set-up cost be an are there any ongoing costs to have freeview or other free to air channels ?

A. There are no ongoing costs to view the freeview an or other free to air channels, see our index Sat TV Radio KU and Sat TV C-Band for a current guide of free to air TV - Radio channels that are available, you would need to purchase only
a set-up depending on the channels you would like to view see our range of Satellite dishes an Satellite Receivers an
for our pre-packaged DIY Installtion Kits vist www.satnet.co.nz

Q. Do I need a HD capable TV to View Digital Satellite TV ?

A. No any Tv set that has a video an audio outlet attached to the set can be used, ( required for the setup of the UltraPlus 680, 780/ 880 PVRs or Hyundai HSS-760A / Hyundai HSS-880HCI+PVR to the TV set, once connected you are then able to view Digital SatelliteTV ( satellite dish required ).

Q. Will I be able to view Digital Satellite TV using a Freeview HD DTT Receiver that will be used for the new land
based freeview transmissions ?

A. No to view Digital Satellite TV you will require a Digital Satellite Receiver our Hyundai / UltraPlus Range of
      Digital Satellite Receivers are mpeg2 compliant for all Satellites, including the Freeview digital satellite service,
      a Freeview HD DTT Receiver ( is for NZ Land Based Transmissions only ) an is a mpeg4 Aerial Required based unit
      an not compatible for Digital Satellite Services.

Q. To receive a Freeview Broadcast in High Definition using a Freeview HD DTT Receiver which will be used in the Land Based Transmissions will I need an HD TV ?

A. Yes you will need to purchase a compatible HD TV / Plasma or LCD to take advantage of an HD broadcast a
      standard TV will be unable to provide HD.

Q. Can I use my existing sky dish to view free to air channels on Optus D1 or other Satellites ?

A. Not recommended, unless you have purchased your own dish, sky does retain ownership of its dishes.

Q. What dish size could I use on your advertised moteck dish mover to receive other free to air TV channels?

A. 65cm up to a 110cm Dish being a standard size to a maximum size of 120cm, the size of Dish you use would of course depend on the satellites you wish to view channels from .

Q. Can I request assistance from satnet Tech Support in relation to setting up of my new Hyundai HSS-760A or UltraPlus 880 PVR Satellite Receivers ?

A. Yes SATNET.NET.NZ does provide 24/7 Tech Support on all Satellite Equipment including your new
Hyundai HSS-760A - UltraPlus 680 - UltraPlus 780 / 880 PVR or Hyundai HSS-880HCI+ PVR Satellite Receivers
purchased from our 24/7 Shop Online for satnet Tech Support contact techsupport@satnet.net.nz