Note: as of 3 Dec '10 RTE 2, started broadcasting in HD
Also currently includes 10 Digital Radio stations from RTE
Advantages of Saorview Receiver & TV Aerial Kit
A fully future proof Saorview compliant kit
Kit contains everything (except the TV !) needed receive the new Saorview channels
The kit comes at a very competitive price
Can handle Standard and High definition Saorview transmissions
It has a down-scale facility - allows you to receive HD broadcasts e.g. RTE2 on a Standard Definition TV
Is an extremely reliable model from an Irish Owned company Walker
It is a relatively low cost item especially when compared to other offical Saorview boxes
The Channels are listed sequentially i.e. 1-6 and the order can be changed
USB port makes 'flashing' boxes and upgrading software very easy and quick
INDEX
Overview of the Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Box
How to install a Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Set Top Box
How to Program Walker WP12DTB-R
How to Sort Channels on the Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Box
How to use the EPG & Info on the Walker WP12DTB-R Receiver
How to use the Teletext & Subtitle option
How to format a Hard Drive on the Walker WP12DTB-R
How to Use the PVR Recording Facilities
How to Use the Media Player on the WP12DTB-R
How to Set the Time on the Walker WP12DTB-R
Overview of the Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Set Top Box
Complete users guide for the Saorview Approved Walker WP12DTB-R HD Digital Terrestrial Reciever. This manual contains detailed instructions and video guides on the set top box installation & it's various features.
How to install a Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Box
Unpack the box:
Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Set Top Box
Remote control & Batteries
Power unit
HDMI lead
User Manual (in English)
Push the lead from the UHF aerial into the 'ANTENNA IN' plug
Connect the HDMI lead (or scart lead) from the box to your TV
Plug in the power unit
Turn on the power switch on the back on the box
After 5-6 seconds the box will come on and will display the "Initial Install" menu
How to Program the Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Box
Select Ireland as the default country and press 'Enter'
Once the scan has started it will go through all the possible VHF & UHF channels
If it picks up more than one transmitter it will add Radio & TV stations for each transmitter
At the end of the scan it will exit automatically
it will save all the TV & radio stations to a single list
How to Sort Channels on a Walker WP12DTB-R Box
Press the menu button
Select the 'Channel List' Menu
To delete a channel:
choose the delete option
select the channel you wish to delete & confirm
To move a channel
select the 'Move' option
scroll to channel you want to move
Enter the New location number e.g. 7
Press enter - the channels are swapped !
How to use the EPG & Info Buttons on the Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Box
This Walker WP12DTB-R receiver comes with a really good 7 Day EPG
Press the 'GUIDE' button on the remote control
Scroll down to the desired channel
Scroll over the the desired program
Use colour coded buttons
Red: record a channel (need USB in place)
Green: expand view to up to 4 hours
Blue: reduce view to 1 hour
Next / Previous day option - up to 7 days ahead
Press 'i' Information displayed includes:
Name of TV programme
Start and Finish Time
Programme synopsis
Also there is Info button option (only works for current & next programme
Press the Info button once
Programme name
Channel #
Start & finish time
Transmission is SD or HD
Also allows you to scroll and see what is on other channels (now & next) without having to stop watching the current program.
How to use the Teletext & Subtitle options
SUBTITLES
To turn the subtiltes
Press the 'SUBTITLE'
Turn On/Off subtitles
Note stays on for until you turn it off (even if you change channels)
TELETEXT
Press the 'TEXT' button
Note due to the MHEG5 middleware this will work with
with on both SD channels (traditional Telextext)
with HD Channels with the new Digital Aertel Teletext
How to format a Hard Drive on the Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Box
This feature allows you wipe and reformat your hard drive.
Connect the Hard Drive to the Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview set top box
Press the Media button
Choose from colour coded options
Green: for FAT32
How to Use the PVR Recording Facilities
There is some really great PVR Facilities on this Walker WP12DTB-R.
The first step is to add either a USB key or a Hard drive (it can handle either FAT32 or NTFS).
The main features outlined in the video below is:
How to mark a future TV programme for recording using the EPG function
How to record the current programme using the record button
How to playback what you have recorded
Note: pausing live TV function does not appear to work
How to Use the Media Player on the Walker WP12DTB-R
This is one of the best features on this excellent Saorview receiver due to its ease of use.
PHOTOS
Jpeg photo type are viiewable.
MUSIC
Listen to MP3 files
MOVIES
Supports SD Xvid AVI format
TV RECORDINGS
Play back recordings made on the Walker WP12DTB-R Saorview Set Top Box
How to Set the Time on the Walker WP12DTB-R
Shows how to set the time offset to adjust for clocks going backwards and forwards in Winter/Summer.
The above map shows the main Saorview Coverage & Transmitters, the colour code of the best UHF Aerial to use and their catchment area.
The table above shows the Channel Range & Polarity of each of the Transmitters in Ireland. The Final column shows the UHF group colour code for the most appropriate aerial for the transmitter. Of course it is possible to use a Wide band UHF (either the high Grid or standard 10 element contract aerial) which will work on all transmitters.
The table above shows the range of UHF TV Aerials available, their frequency range and the colour code associated with each aerial. View Coastal Transmitter Map [Here]
What channels can I get on Saorview Digital TV ?
On the Saorview Digital Television system in Ireland it is possible to get to receive 9 Irish Digital Channels:
RTE ONE
RTE 1 is the most viewed TV Station in Ireland. It offers a variety of home grown factual, arts, drama, entertainment & lifestyle programming. It is also lauded for it's Domestic & international news and current affairs programming. 70% of the top watched TV programmes in Ireland are on RTE 1.
RTE TWO HD
RTE 2 is more focused on sport, documentaries, foreign TV series and childrens programming. RTE 2 HD is the first domestic TV channel to broadcast in high definition allowing for the viewing of GAA matches in glorious HD for the first time. Foreign TV series like desperate houswives & CSI will also be broadcase in HD. More content will become available over time.
TV3
TV3 is a commercial free-to-air television broadcaster in the Republic of Ireland which launched on September 20, 1998.
It was the country's first independent commercial broadcaster. TV3 is operated by the TV3 Group which also consists of television channel 3e. The main studios of TV3 are located in Ballymount, Dublin.
TV3 broadcasts a wide range of programming which in its early years depended heavily on international acquisitions.
3e
3e (3 entertainment) is a general entertainment channel operated in Ireland by Kish Media a subsidiary of TV3 Group. The channel launched on January 5, 2009 (replacing Channel 6 which launched on March 30, 2006). The channel provides a diverse mix of programming both local and international, targeting a demographic ranging between 16 to 35 year olds.
3e is particularly great for catching up or re-watching old TV series.
TG4
TG4 is Ireland’s Irish language TV channel. The daily Irish language programme schedule is it's core service supported by a wide range of material in other languages.
Music, documentary & sports coverage have earned particular praise for TG4.
RTE News Now
RTE News Now is a 24 hour rolling news channel with live news bulletins, live current affairs programmes, catch-up on recent news and current affairs, live coverage of special events, breaking news and continuous sport, business and weather updates throughout the day.
RTEjr
The RTEjr is a dedicated daytime television service for children aged 6 years and younger. RTEjr shares channel space with RTE Plus and will be on from 11am to 7pm and is free of advertising.
RTE One +1
RTE One + 1 will share channel space with RTÉjr and will be on from 7pm to 2am. From May 2011 this channel will be an exact replica of RTE One, with a 1 hour delay.
RTE Aertel Digital
RTE Aertel Digital is an improved digital version of the RTE Aertel teletext service, which is modern, fast and user-friendly. The service offers up-to-date and accessible news, sport, weather and other information, including flight times, public information, local council information, information for deaf and hard of hearing audiences and subtitles.
When the Saorview Digital Terrestrial TV services are full rolled out it is expected that a range of additional free-to-air and pay-per-views will become available over time.
Q: What is Saorview ?
Saorview is the name given to Irelands new 'Free to Air' Digital Terrestrial TV service.
The service officially launched in Ireland on the 29 October 2010. It is due to replace analogue, (which is due to be turned off by 2012).
Q: What Channels are Available ?
See the 'List of Channels' Tab for a full list
Q: Will I need a new TV Aerial ?
Maybe or but probably not. A good rule of thumb is that if you are currently getting good reception on the 4 Irish channels (especially TV3 & TG4) on an existing aerial, chances are you will not need to invest in a new Aerial.
Indeed the equipment and Installations are generally much simpler than with analogue systems where in Ireland we have the complication of VHF aerials & Diplexers in certain parts of the country.
Will I need a new Television ?
you will need either;
A Saorview approved (or at a miniumum an MPEG4 HD) TV which can handle the Saorview transmissions
A Saorview approved receiver (or at a miniumu an MPEG4 HD) receiver to work with your existing TV
What Is MHEG5 & is it essential ?
A receiver which has MHEG5 Middleware can recieve RTÉ’s Digital Aertel Service and also future proofs the receiver for down the line interactive services.
The receiver will still receive both picture and sound so long as it is MPEG4 & HD but just can not avail of these extra services
Is it Possible to receive Irish & UK digital channels on a single box ?
Currently (Sept 2011) there is no Saorview approved combo UK Satellite & Irish terrestrial Receivers on the market. There are a host of generic Combo Receivers on the market
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