the essentials in brief
An LG television with an integrated satellite receiver has the advantage that you do not need an additional satellite receiver. Everything else here...
Only two connections are required for an LG television with an integrated satellite receiver. You can read about them here...
To set and sort the channels on your LG television with integrated satellite receiver, you must first carry out an automatic or manual channel search. More here…
Setting up an LG TV with a built-in satellite receiver is a crucial step in unlocking the TV's full potential. In this article you will get a comprehensive overview of how to set up the Reveiver and everything you need to know.
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Tips for the integrated SAT receiver
The connections
essentially are only two connections requiredto connect an LG TV with an integrated satellite receiver: an antenna cable and a power cable. The antenna cable is the connection between the satellite dish and the television and transmits it Signal. The power cord supplies power to the television.
You can use additional connections depending on your LG television additional devices such as Blu-ray-Connect a player, soundbar or game console. There are various connection options such as: HDMI, USB or fiber optic cable.
The most widespread Connection The HDMI port is for digital devices. He is able to, both image and Ton to be transmitted in high quality. For example, you can connect a Blu-ray player, a games console or a laptop via HDMI.
Depending on the model, your LG TV has via multiple HDMI ports. You can select these using the number pad or the arrow keys. To connect a device via the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable. You have to plug this into the corresponding sockets at both ends.
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Without additional devices, you can receive over 1000 channels in HD quality with an LG television with an integrated satellite receiver.
The USB connector is a universal connector, which can be used for different devices. For example, it can be used to charge, transfer or play media. You can use the USB port to connect USB sticks, external hard drives or digital cameras to your television, for example.
Some LG TVs have multiple USB ports, which you can select using the numeric keypad or the arrow keys. To connect a device via the USB port, you need a USB cable that you plug into the corresponding sockets at both ends.
The optical connection is a special connection for audio devices. It enables high sound quality because it transmits the sound in digital form. Using the optical connection you can e.g. B. a soundbar, one amplifier or connect a home theater system to your TV.
Your LG TV depends on the model equipped with one or more optical connectors, which you can select using the numeric keypad or the arrow keys. To connect a device via the optical port, you need an optical cable that you plug into the corresponding sockets at both ends.
Various settings
To set and sort the channels on your LG television with an integrated satellite receiver, you must first carry out an automatic or manual channel search. The channel search is a search for finding and storing all available channels.
Then you can sort, delete or add to favorites the stations as desired. To do this, go to your TV's menu and select the appropriate options. You can find out how to do this in detail here:
In order to find and save all available channels, a channel search is necessary. You have the choice between an automatic station search and a manual station search. The automatic station search searches for all stations that can be received with your satellite dish.
When doing a manual channel search can you frequency and polarization enter the station. Since automatic channel search is easier and faster, we recommend you to choose it. To start the channel search, select the option “Channel search” or “Channel installation” in your TV menu.
Then select the reception type “Satellite” and the satellite you want to receive. Most of the time the “Astra” is at 19,2° East. You can also choose “All Satellites” if you are not sure which satellite to choose. Then start the channel search with the OK button. The search can take a few minutes. Save the channels found when it is finished.
After the station search the stations are stored in a specific order, which you may not like. You have the option to sort the channels according to your wishes, delete them or add them to your favorites. To do this, open the menu on your television and select the “Edit channel” or “Channel list” option. Then use the arrow keys or the number pad to select the desired station and confirm with the OK button.
Note: With the “Channel Groups” function, the channels are grouped according to various criteria such as genre, language or quality. This means you can switch between the channel groups quickly and easily. To do this, simply press the “Guide” button on your remote control. It is also possible to create and name your own station groups.
Various promotions are offered, for example:
- Move: The channel can be moved to another position in the list.
- Delete: You can remove the station from the list.
- Favourite: add or remove the station to or from a favorites list.
- Rename: Change the name of the station (e.g. “Station Name”).
- Lock: You can block the channel with a PIN block or cancel the block again.
You'll need to save your changes when you're done editing the channel.
Advantages
An LG television with an integrated satellite receiver has the advantage that you no longer need an additional device to receive satellite television. Through this you save space, cables and electricity. You can also control all functions of your television with just one remote control.
Switching between the different channels that you can receive with your satellite dish is very easy. An LG television with an integrated satellite receiver also offers you high picture and sound quality, which you can adjust according to your wishes.
Tip: Use the "Program recommendation" function, which suggests suitable programs based on your viewing habits. You can find this function in the menu of your television under the option “Smart” or “Home”. To refine the recommendations, you can also select your personal interests and genres there.
For example, you can choose between different content such as films, sports or games select different picture and sound modes. You can also adjust the brightness, contrast, color and sharpness of the image as well as bass, treble and Balance adjust the tone. An LG television with a built-in satellite receiver is a practical and comfortable solution for experiencing home cinema.
Comfortable satellite TV
Setting up an LG television with an integrated satellite receiver offers a convenient and space-saving solution for satellite television viewers. Installation is simple and straightforward, requiring only two connectors, an antenna cable and a power cord. The ability to connect additional devices such as Blu-ray players, sound bars or game consoles via various connections such as HDMI, USB or optical cables expands the range of functions of the television.