Monday, 11 February 2019 / Published in DTH Companies, dth connection

What is new TRAI Tariff Order for DTH and Cable TV Operators?

The new tariff plan from Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has changed the DTH and cable industry forever. It also has major impact on broadcasters and TV channels. The major focus of the new scheme of TRAI has been to award complete choice in the hands of customers. However, it seems to have ignored the
Monday, 17 September 2018 / Published in Guide to DTH World

Are the English movie channels on various DTH platforms over priced?

I would say, yes. You can get all Hindi channels in Rs. 270 base pack for all DTH brands like Tata Sky, Dish TV or Videocon D2H. South regional channels can be subscribed for even lower at Rs. 200 per month. Whereas, if you want English channels, the base pack starts at Rs. 400–500 per month. Even the add
Monday, 17 September 2018 / Published in Dish TV

Which DTH provider is offering the cheapest base package? (I hardly watch more than 3-4 channels. So, with the cheap base package, I can subscribe to those selective channels separately.)

The best option for you is to opt for Dish TV Connection with Non-Stop Offer. All you have to do is pay Rs. 2490 and you get new Dish TV HD Connection with 3 years subscription of My 99 Pack containing around 160+ channels. In case, you need more channels, you can subscribe to those
Monday, 17 September 2018 / Published in Guide to DTH World

What is the reason to cover the DTH dish with some covering like plastic bottles, etc.?

This is done to save Dish LNB from water in rain. There are chances that water through Dish LNB may enter the cable and the water may affect the signals and hence, the picture quality. Further water through wire may enter the Set Top Box as well resulting in short circuit. To avoid this, the
Monday, 17 September 2018 / Published in dth connection

Without any 4K channels, is there any use with a Tata Sky 4K set top box?

Currently, there isn’t any use. But hope to get more and more 4K content in near future. If you can spend those extra bucks to buy a 4K TV in anticipation of future, then why not invest for 4K Set Top Box[1] as well. For non-4K TV sets, there isn’t any requirement at all.
Monday, 17 September 2018 / Published in DTH Companies

What can I do in case the Tata Sky technician, despite the many calls to customer care, doesn’t come to resolve my problem? Is it wise to go to the consumer court?

Being associated with DTHConnect.com and DTH Industry from past 14 years, I can tell you that Tata Sky is known for the best customer service among all DTH operators. It is very surprizing that you are having such an experience. I will suggest you to please follow these points before going to consumer court- Please check your
Monday, 17 September 2018 / Published in Guide to DTH World

What is the difference between HD and HD +1 channels in Tata Sky?

HD+1 is special service provided by Tata Sky in which you can watch several of your TV channels with one hour delay. This allows you to watch your favourite program in case you missed it earlier or if two of your favourite program comes at the same time.