This is an absolutely awesome receiver. I after having it running for 3 days here are my comments.
Coming out of the box the first thing I noticed was the light compact size. Since this was my first attempt at FTA, I had a short learning curve setting the dish correctly. Once I was over that, starting the receiver was very easy. Within 6 or 7 clicks I was scanning T5 (called something else now). That took about 7 min. While I was waiting I read the manual and had a cup of coffee. I must say that the manual is fairly basic and is a little weak.
The sound and picture quality are great, and the Diseqc work great as well with the
HH120 motor I purchased. I can currently tap 18 satellites. Just about an evening to program them all.
I hope that Fortec improves several things: The audio menu does not time out on its own (manual off only), no digital optical audio, no component video (RBG), better placement of the remote sensor (you have to be pointed right at the receiver), Better labeling of the remote and a selector for the clock (12/24) would be nice.
I have had the same issues other did with
HD channels, but a quick reboot fixes that.
All in all I love my new toy. Now how to explain to my wife that I want to put a second dish up.
Thanks to
Sadoun.Com for introducing me to this great hobby.