UEC DSD5000 Twin Tuner VAST Satellite Decoder
Enjoy Australian free-to-air satellite television and radio at home or while travelling with the UEC DSD5000 VAST satellite receiver. Designed for eligible households and travellers, this compact VAST set top box combines HD reception, twin-tuner USB recording and straightforward operation.
The DSD5000 succeeds the popular Altech UEC DSD4921RV, retaining its compact format with redesigned internal hardware and a front-panel digital channel display. It suits rural homes, television reception blackspots, caravans and motorhomes.
VAST Satellite TV for Homes and Travellers
The DSD5000 receives standard-definition and high-definition television and radio services through the Australian VAST satellite platform. Television reception comes through your satellite dish, so an internet connection is not required for normal satellite viewing.
Connect it to a suitably aligned satellite dish fitted with a 10700MHz LNB. Its single satellite input feeds both internal tuners, providing twin-tuner functionality through one cable connection from the dish.
VAST channel availability depends on your registered location and viewing authorisation.
Record Programmes and Watch Another Channel
The DSD5000 is PVR-ready, allowing you to record television onto a compatible external USB stick or hard drive. Supported storage capacities range from 8GB to 2TB. Recording storage is purchased separately.
Its twin tuners let you record one channel while watching another. The receiver also supports recording two programmes while watching live satellite TV where the broadcaster’s channel allocation permits; available combinations vary by region.
Schedule recordings through the electronic programme guide or start recording directly with the remote. With compatible recording storage connected and time-shift enabled, you can also pause, rewind and replay the live programme you are watching.
Included 240V Power Adapter and Optional 12V Operation
Use the included AC/DC power adapter to operate the decoder from a standard 240V power outlet at home or at a powered campsite.
For caravan or motorhome use, add a 12V cigarette lighter lead using the options on this page, or purchase our UEC 12V cigarette lighter power lead separately. This cable connects the DSD5000 to a suitable, regulated 12V DC cigarette lighter socket, allowing operation without an inverter.
The 240V power adapter is included. The 12V cigarette lighter lead is an optional extra.
Using a Portable Satellite Dish While Travelling?
If you reposition your portable satellite dish at each campsite, consider adding the SatKing SK-3200 VAST satellite finder.
Its colour screen displays signal strength and quality directly beside the dish, while an audible signal-lock beeper helps you align it without repeatedly checking the television. The built-in rechargeable battery allows operation without connecting the meter to your DSD5000.
Easy Channel Selection and Programme Guide
The front-panel seven-segment display shows the channel number, making it easy to identify the selected channel without opening an on-screen menu.
The eight-day electronic programme guide helps you browse upcoming programmes, search listings and schedule recordings. Other everyday features include:
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Closed captions and audio description for broadcasts that provide them.
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Parental controls.
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Television and radio reception.
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Clock display in standby mode.
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Supplied remote control for channel selection, menus and recording functions.
HDMI and Older Television Connections
HDMI provides a convenient digital picture and sound connection to a compatible television, with an HDMI cable included.
The receiver also supports simultaneous HDMI and composite video output. Composite video and analogue audio connections provide an option for older televisions using a suitable AV cable, purchased separately.
An infrared remote-control extender port allows an optional sensor to receive remote commands when the decoder is installed out of direct sight.
Compact Design for Home and Caravan Installations
Measuring approximately 225 × 42 × 135mm and weighing approximately 450g, the DSD5000 fits neatly into a home entertainment setup or caravan installation.
Its compact size, low power consumption and choice of mains or direct 12V operation make it a practical receiver for both fixed and mobile satellite TV systems.
VAST Smartcard Registration and Activation
A VAST smartcard is supplied with the DSD5000 and paired to that receiver. Register and activate the supplied card to receive your authorised services.
Households can check eligibility for their address through the official MySatTV website. Travellers can apply for temporary access for caravan and motorhome use.
For registration, activation and traveller renewal information, read our VAST smartcard guide.
Specifications
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Model: UEC DSD5000.
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Receiver type: VAST-certified HD satellite receiver.
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Tuners: Twin DVB-S2 tuners.
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Satellite connection: Single satellite input.
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LNB frequency for VAST: 10700MHz.
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Recording: PVR-ready through compatible external USB storage.
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Supported recording storage: 8GB–2TB.
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Programme guide: Eight-day EPG with search.
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Television outputs: HDMI and composite video.
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Power requirement: 12V DC, 3A.
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Mains operation: Included 240V AC/DC power adapter.
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Direct 12V operation: Optional cigarette lighter lead.
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Approximate dimensions: 225 × 42 × 135mm.
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Approximate weight: 450g.
What’s Included
The satellite dish, external recording storage, 12V cigarette lighter lead, AV cable, remote-control extender and SK-3200 satellite finder are optional extras, purchased separately.
DSD5000 Setup and Support
For more information about installation, recording and operation, visit our UEC DSD5000 questions and troubleshooting guide.
