There are only 2 main switches that work with most if not all FTA receivers and regular(legacy) LNBs they are:
22khz switch, connects 2 LNBs to one receiver

DiSEqC 4×1 switch, connects up to 4 LNBs to one receiver.

22khz switches, these are really simple, they look like a splitter but are a simple ON or OFF switch, 0khz and 22khz are the 2 input ports then one out to receiver port, when you have 22khz OFF in your receiver the 0khz port is connected, when you have 22khz ON in your receiver the 22khz port is connected.
This switch is for hooking up 2 LNBs to one receiver.

The 22khz switch has big brother it is a DTV or 22khz 4×4 switch, this switch has 4 inputs to hook up 2 DUAL LNBs and can be hook to as many as 4 receivers.

2 inputs are labeled 13v,0khz & 18v,0khz (remember the LNBFs internal switch), and the other 2 inputs are 13v,22khz & 18v,22khz. This allows both polarities from each LNB to be inside the switch at all times, so any of the 4 receiver can access any polarity on either of the 2 LNBs.

These switches also come in a 4×8 for up to 8 receiver hook ups to 2 satellites.

DiSEqC is a pulse switch, it also uses a 22khz signal but it uses a one time pulse to set the DiSEq switch to 1 of 4 ports, these switches come in 2×1 and 4×1 models, for 2 LNBs to ONE receiver or 4 LNBs to ONE receiver, respectively, these can NOT be used for more than one receiver, you must use another DiSEq switch for second receiver.

DiSEqC-1 or 2 or 3 or 4 in your menu will cause the DiSEqC switch to switch to that numbered port, some receivers use A, B, C, D instead of 1, 2, 3, 4.

This “pulse” is only sent once, if the DiSEq switch is to far away from the receiver it can miss it and not change ports, some times toggling back and forth between channels can make the change happen, the pulse is repeated each time you change channels, but moving the switch closer to the receiver can improve its performance.

DiSEqC = Digital Satellite Equipment Control, this was designed for FTA receivers.

DiSEqC switches come in 2 main flavors, Committed(1.0) and Uncommitted(1.1), but also Committed 2-way(2.0) and UnCommitted 2-way(2.1).

Committed(1.0) switches are the most common and are what come with the receivers.

These switches require FACTORY software in your FTA to operate properly, 1.0 means your receiver can operate Committed switches ONLY, 1.1 means it can operate Committed AND UnCommitted switches, 1.2 means it can operate Committed and UnCommitted plus DiSEqC motor controls.

2.0 is the same as above, 2.0, 2.1, 2.2 but the receiver can also receive information back from the switch, 2.0 switches receive the pulse command from the receiver, then change ports, they then send back a confirmation to the receiver, if a 2.0 receiver doesn’t receive the confirmation it will send the DiSEqC pulse again and again until the switch confirms it is on the right port.

Putting 2 DiSEqC Committed switches on one cable is a no-no, which is why there are Committed and UnCommitted types of switches, a Committed switch is placed first in line (DiSEqC pulse comes from the receiver so first would be closest to the receiver), then you can hookup an UnCommitted switch to the Committed switch, the Committed switch will ignore the UnCommitted switches commands.

Committed 4×1 switches are about $20, UnCommitted 4×1 switches are about $80, so unless you have to have 16 LNBs hooked up to one receiver stick with Committed switches.

There are no multiple receiver DiSEq switches for Legacy(regular) style LNBs

22khz switches and DiSEq switches can work well together, with one restriction, the 22khz switch must come AFTER the DiSEq switch.

So you can hook one 22khz switch to two LNBs then hook the output of the 22khz switch to port 1 on the DiSEq switch. So instead of 4 LNBs you could have 5 LNBs hooked up, you can add a 22khz switch to each DiSEqC port for a total of 8 LNBs hooked up to one receiver.

Dishnet Legacy switches, are designated by SW, like sw21 or sw64 these do not use true DiSEqC pulses so do not work with FTA receivers.

Legacy TWIN and QUAD LNBs have built-in SW switches so also do not work with FTA receivers

DishPro TWIN or QUAD LNBs, have an internal DiSEqC switch, so EACH port on the LNB has access to either of the 2 LNBs inside, 110 or 119, DiSEqC 1 = 119 and DiSEqC 2 = 110, these LNBs require a DP Channel List.

DishPro external switches, there are 2 now, a DP34 and a DPP44, both of these use true DiSEqC pulses so will work with FTA receivers but you must use DP LNBs to take advantage of the multiple receiver aspect of this switch.

(The DPPlus LNB does NOT work with FTA receivers, it does not use true DiSEqC)

If you hook up a standard(non-DP) LNB to a DP switch and more than one receiver you can only get 1 polarity at a time from that LNB. If you just have 1 receiver hooked up to it, it has been reported to work fine. I have not tested this.

Multiple receiver switches

If you are using standard(non-DP) LNBs you need 1 LNB port per receiver, it’s that simple, if you have a Dual LNB it has 2 ports so you can hook up 2 receivers, if you want a 3rd receiver hooked up you need a 3rd LNB port.

Single output(non-DP) LNBs can only ever be used with 1 receiver.

But if you have a Dual LNB you can expand it to 4 or 8 or even 16 outputs.

This is done with a Multi-switch, they come in 3×4, 3×8 and 2×16.

You run 2 cables from the Dual LNB to the multi-switch you then have 4 LNB outputs(or 8 or 16), if you have 2 LNBs you want then you need 2 Multi-switches, one for each LNB.

The 4×4 22khz switch is 2 multi-switches in one case, and you can use these along with DiSEq 4×1’s to setup a multi-satellite multi-receiver system.

C/Ku switch or 0/12v is a voltage controlled switch, most FTAs do not have this option but some do, these do not work from a coax cable signal as 22khz and DiSEqC do, they require 2 wires to the switch, the switch has 2 inputs and one output, at 0volts one port is connected at 12v the other port is connected.

On the back of the receiver will be a GND(ground) and 12v(12volts) this is where the 2 wires to the switch are connected, and there will be an option in the menu for 0/12v ON or OFF.

Although these channels are described as free to use, the viewer does in fact pay for them. Some are paid directly by payment of a licence fee or voluntary donation, where as others are paid indirectly for consumer products and services where part of the cost goes toward television advertising and sponsorship.

Free-to-air is used for international broadcasting. It can often be described as television’s equivalent of shortwave radio. There are a number of competing systems in use, with early adopters having used C-band satellite dishes of many feet in diameter to receive signals which were originally analogue FM, later digital using the Motorola-proprietary Digicipher II system or later still going to Ku-band and under one-metre dishes with most often the international DVB standard. The following are the types of Free-to-air Receivers:

Satellite Dish
A satellite dish is a special type of parabolic antenna designed with the purpose of transmitting signals to and/or receiving from satellites. A satellite dish is a particular type of microwave antenna, which comes in varying sizes and designs, and is most commonly used to receive satellite television.

Satellite Television
Satellite television is television delivered by way of communications satellites, as compared to usual terrestrial television and cable television. In many areas of the world satellite television services supplement older terrestrial signals, providing a broader range of channels and services, including subscription-only services.

Set Top Box
The term set-top box describes a device that connects to a television and some external source of signal, and turns the signal into content, which is then displayed on the screen. The signal source might be an ethernet cable, a satellite dish, a coaxial cable, a telephone line, Broadband over Power Line, or even an ordinary VHF or UHF antenna. This means any or all of video, audio, Internet webpages, interactive games, or other possibilities. A set-top box does not always need to contain a tuner of its own.

A box connected to a television set’s SCART connector is fed with the baseband television signal from the set’s tuner, and can ask the television to display the returned processed signal instead. This feature is used for decoding Pay TV, and in the past was used for decoding teletext, before decoders became built-in. The outgoing signal can be of the same nature as the incoming signal, or even an “insert” over the original signal, thanks to the “fast switching” feature of SCART whereas in case of Pay TV, this solution avoids the hassles associated with having a second remote control.

While many people worry that our nation has become obsessed with watching endless hours of useless television satellite television puts a stop to all of this nonsense. By having satellite you can rewind and fast-forward to programs that you want to watch. No more watching reruns of silly programs just because your waiting for that certain show to come on. With satellite television all you have to do is simply record your program and you can watch the show at your own liberty. This way you don’t have to waste your life away in front of the television but rather watch exciting programs that you want to watch.

Another fear people often have about satellite television is making sure that their children don’t watch inappropriate television or are exposed to violence and other negative influences. With satellite television you can block certain stations that you know are a bad influence on your child’s education and health. Be sure to look into what sorts of programs are appropriate for your child’s education and make sure that the fun shows that they watch have a positive role model. With these factors in mind television will help nurture the educational growth of your child.

Are you a big sports fan? There is no better network for a sports fan than that of satellite television. With NFL Sunday Ticket you will not miss the details of any game. If your family needs you to help with something around the house you no longer have to worry about missing that big play. Simply push pause and return to the game at your own convenience. This way everyone is happy and you can control when you watch the game and not vice versa.

Do you live in the middle of nowhere and are not sure what to do in the way of television providers? The great thing about satellite television is that you can get it almost anywhere. This is what places satellite television a step above the other providers. When you live in the country it is important to have a television so that you can stay connected with the events of the city. Often times mail and news may take a while to reach smaller areas but with television you can know exactly what’s going on in the world right from your living room.

Earlier on the sizes of the satellite dishes were so huge that few could accommodate them, and benefit from their uses. However, as digital technology comes of age, you can now install your very own satellite dish and enjoy the many advantages it offers.

Top 5 advantages of having an FTA Satellite TV
1. Of course, the biggest advantage is that you can enjoy FTA channels without spending a dime.
2. Next is the range of these channels. You will be spoilt for choice as you’ll have hundreds to choose from.
3. If you are a true global citizen, then FTA satellite TV is God’s gift to you. You will be able to experience international programming like never before.
4. FTA satellite TV is a wonderful education tool as well. You child will benefit from watching education channels that offer information and entertainment.
5. Finally, for all you couch potatoes, simply browse your channels and enjoy them, when you want them.

FTA Satellite TV is Absolutely Free
Yes, you heard us! When you have a FTA satellite TV, you are not required to bear any cost for watching the programs as with Cable TV. Your expenses will only be towards the equipment and the installation. You will receive completely free channels on your TV, but with enhanced picture quality and smooth, uninterrupted reception.

A Huge Range of Channels
With Free FTA Satellite TV in your house, you’ll never get bored of watching TV. Surf and choose from hundreds of channels ranging from devotional to adventure, and from local movies to music and more. Simply watch what your mood fancies and stay entertained.

International Programming Like Never Before
FTA Site also gives you the facility to watch International language programs. You can choose from several languages including but not limited to, Arabic, Persian, European, Kurdish, Korean, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Spanish. If you are already eager to get yourself a F.T.A. satellite Television then remember, you’ll never get a better range of inexpensive international programs using any other technology.

Several Education Channels
Most parents think allowing their kids to watch Cable TV is a waste of time and a huge distraction. With FTA Satellite TV you’ll never feel the same as you’ll get plenty of diverse education channels for your kids to watch, learn, and grow with. As a matter of fact, there are several well-known home schooling groups that prefer to use these TV education channels for their students.

FTA, the abbreviation for “Free to Air”, simply refers to the receiving of satellite signals via a satellite dish, and decoding them to be displayed as picture (Television) on your TV. To view “Free to Air” signals, you must input a set of keys into your receiver in order to descramble the signals properly.

FTA Keys simply remove the barriers that normally prevent non-subscribers from receiving the Free to Air signals sent out from certain satellites. The keys give the holder of those keys the freedom to access multiple satellite signals. The keys are inputted into an FTA Receiver that usually sits on or under a TV much like a DVD layer.

A typical satellite dish can pick up signals from only one or two satellites. An FTA receiver is a special kind of dish/receiver combo that has been programmed to pick up free to air signals. The owner must input the keys to ‘unlock’ or descramble the signals. Once unlocked, the FTA receiver has the ability to pick-up the many signals that float freely in the air.

How do you enter the keys into the receiver? FTA keys are really just a set of numbers. They can be entered manually or through files, called FTA Bin Files. They can also be entered via a computer that is attached to the receiver via USB. There are so many different types of FTA receivers that explaining every operation would take pages - the best way to find out is to simply go to a Free to Air webpage and look one that supports your model. Once a receiver gets those numbers, it can pick-up and decode the many signals in the air. FTA Keys unlock the proper program on the receiver, much the same way that a password can unlock a computer program. The programmed receiver responds to the “code word”, the numbers contained in the key.

For those who want to enjoy the programming on FTA Satellite TV, but who do not want to pay for Satellite TV, the choice to access FTA keys is more and more being viewed as an economical alternative. There are now several different companies that charge for the service of providing updated FTA Keys for your receiver, as well as full setup support and FAQ’s for your particular receiver. Because the cost for these services are much less than the amount of money that would otherwise go to the Satellite Company, many TV viewers now pay for this service. It is important to mention that Free To Air TV is perfectly legal.

One can find many FTA Key companies online. Because of high competition, rates are low and usually include full support options. Find a company that offers all the latest FTA Keys AND offers free support for your receiver setup. Customers searching for a way to get keys should look for a company that has constantly updated keys. Keys are constantly changing, and only a handful of companies online get updated FTA Keys (and pass them to their customers) in an immediate fashion.

In an update sent to dealers last month, the company says that once the current inventory of 3150 and 5900 satellite receivers is gone, BEV will replace these models with high definition (HD) satellite receivers.

In place of the 3150 standard definition receiver, BEV will be offering the 6131 high definition receiver while in place of its 5900 standard definition personal video recorder (PVR), Bell will offer the 9241 High HD PVR.

Dealers tell Digital Home that BEV’s standard definition model 4100 is still being sold, however, they expect that may change in 2010 as stocks are drawn down and the percentage of households with high definition televisions increases.

The move to selling only HD receivers make sound economic sense. By going all HD, it means fewer models for BEV to have to support and it ensures the newest satellite receivers offered by the company will feature MPEG-4 capability, the ability to add an external hard disk drive and HDMI connectivity.

MPEG-4 is an advanced audio video compression scheme that will allow Bell TV to deliver bandwidth hogging high definition signals more efficiently. The transition to MPEG-4 by BEV has not been confirmed and is not expected for several years but MPEG-4 capability now means the receiver will be able to handle new future signal transport systems.

The ability to add an external hard drive means the 6141 HD receiver can be turned into a PVR while the 9241 HD PVR can have greatly expanded storage.

HDMI connectivity means all of BEV TV’s receivers will be able to deliver a digital audio and video signal to all HD televisions now on the market.

Since the newer HD receivers can also decode and deliver standard definition signals to existing televisions, the move will mean that customers buying or renting these receivers will be able to use them to view both standard and high definition channels and connect to both analog and digital televisions for years to come.

1) IKS runs on a centralized server that is a share point to servers which relay on this server. Your box is connecting too relays not the FTA IKS Server.

2) IKS servers require UDP connection, not TCP. You can think of UDP as more secure, but the real difference is that UDP packets travel one way (request is sent from the receiver and then fullfilled by the server but there is no guarantee on data delivery of the packet from the server, meaning that the server drops the link with requestor as soon as it gets it - it may deliver it later on however). The relay - is really a relay in UDP sense - (requests can be made to one server but another server may fullfill it). Since there is no constant connection being open it is almost impossible to catch the very small (tidy) request and data travel from boxes to IKS.

3) IKS Servers accept only connections that have a receiver ID attached to the data package. No request from PC or other device can be made - this really gives much trouble in identifying what the content is of the IKS package or intercepting it. I am not sure if the package itself is being encrypted somehow - but it will be easy to do if it isn’t. With encrypted packages, even if someone intercepts it - that interception would become useless.

4) In order for the providers to hunt you down they will need to know what servers that nFusion boxes are connecting too. To find out, they will have to intercept the traffic from the centralized server which is located off-shore (but hard to do explained before). I could not locate the servers by looking at the routers access logs - I can only find the servers it is connecting too — and surprisingly I saw many different connections (rotating relays) — which gives me positive vibes about IKS.

5) All the providers can do is see that your connection is making some request for data that is being transfered from a server and has been identified as suspicious - but before they can even take any action upon it - the new server can be re-set and there you go, another round of finding it again will be needed. This is time consuming and very very tidious and an expensive task (not that the providers cant afford it). Even if the provider proves that the traffic from your internet connection is suspicious - they can not prove that it came from your requests and your receiver (they cant trace back anything beyond your router/modem).

6) “Dave” did go to after the small people on the first occasion of IKS (more then 10 years ago — ohhh yes do not be surprised FTA IKS is nothing new — it has been used back in Dave days when a computer was needed that will serve already descrambled packages to the receiver using waffer boards or card emulators) - but “Dave” had to physically prove that this was happening from people trying this (hardware needed to make this function) - unlike today (no additional hardware is needed - so hard to tell if you are really doing anything wrong).

The final decision is always up to you to make. I do not want to sound encouraging or disapointing - use your own judgment - do lots of reading.

FTA IKS doesn’t mean you won’t go down, it just means that you can come back up much faster.

If your hooked up to the net with your nfusion and you come home and turn your box on it will tell you if there is any new updates and gives you the option to update your box with the click of the remote button.

If your watching TV on stand alone (emu ON) and it goes down you simply click menu + user settings + emu off and IKS will kick in when you exit to TV.

99.9% of the time its IKS all the way.

I don’t worry about anyone getting my IP address from the nfusion iks server as it does not collect anything other than an error log saying what failed.

Most have not noticed that IKS and Files are on 2 different servers and are ported to 1 that you are connected to.
That should be enough for people to guess there is more than 1 server at work here. I think last count there were 5 ported thru a chain across the web to 1 point of access. That point of access can be changed with a click of a button. So what if someone gets the main click boom somewhere else we go.

Anyone that wants to can easily run a proxy on your system and your bouncing around the world anyways.

Now to the whole sending keys things. The iks does not at anytime send keys to your box.(Its illegal) It does how ever send data to your box so your box knows what to do to get itself going. Kind of like A.I coding. No not any of the pyro team will explain that part for a good reason. Why give up a trade secret. I hope this helps some of you out with what your wanting to know.

Dongles are used by some proprietary vendors as a form of copy prevention or digital rights management, because it is much harder to copy a dongle than to copy the software it authenticates.

Despite being hardware, however, dongles are not a complete solution to the trusted client problem. Vendors of software-protection dongles (and dongle-controlled software) often use terms such as hardware key, hardware token,
or security device instead of dongle, but the term “dongle” is much more common in day-to-day use. Vendor to engage in vendor lock-in and charge more than it would otherwise for the product.

Q. Is this Legal?
A. Yes 100% The puropse of this dongle is to receive weather forecasts and many
cool games that will be added soon

A. The dongle connects to the receiver and allows the receiver to connect
to the internet to receive updates,weather information,and much more.

Q. What is FTA IKS?
A. IKS uses a key exchange to set up a shared session secret, from which
cryptographic keys are derived. Public key techniques or, alternatively, a
pre-shared key, are used to mutually authenticate the communicating parties.

Q. What does FTA IKS stand for?
A. IKS Is short for Internet Key Sharing ]]> http://ftaiks.info/2009/02/what-is-a-dongleiks/feed/