How much does an DStv Explora cost?

The new DStv Explora Ultra has a recommended retail price of R2 499 for just the decoder, and R3 699 when it includes installation. The new streaming carousel carries Showmax and Netflix, with MultiChoice that will roll out and populate the carousel with more third-party streaming services as time goes on.

Can I exchange my old DStv decoder?

Since some of these models cannot be serviced, MultiChoice has offered the trade in old DStv decoder option where the old model is exchanged for the latest model. This option is only applicable to users who do not have an insurance cover.

How much is a DStv decoder at MultiChoice?

The new model hit the markets on 2 May 2019, retailing at R399 as a standalone product, and R599 with installation. The new model has the same user-friendly functionalities as the HD Decoder 5-series.

How much is Explora monthly?

The current price of the Compact package is R409 per month. You can also get the annual subscription, including DStv Explora, free delivery of equipment, and installation.

How much is DStv Explora Ultra monthly?

MultiChoice launched the DStv Explora Ultra at a recommended retail price of R2 499 for just the decoder, and R3 699 when it includes installation. That compares to the DStv Explora 3 that can be bought for R999, or around R 1499 including installation.

What can you do with your old DStv decoder?

Discounts you can get when you trade in your old DStv decoder

DStv decoders
Category 1 Category 2
Reparable Yes Yes
Options Includes 12 month warranty for repairs. Additional insurance option. The additional insurance covers repairs, otherwise the prices are: Repair costs of R600 for a PVR R290 for single view decoder

Is catch up free on DStv?

Do I have to pay extra to get Catch Up? No, Catch Up is available to all our subscribers. You can either stream online (via our website or using the DStv app). If you are using a PVR, there is an Access Fee when using features making use of the hard drive (which includes Catch Up).

Can I upgrade my DStv decoder?

You can manually update the software as follows : Press the blue DStv button. Select Download latest software. (If this option is greyed out, the decoder is already on the latest software)

Can I install DStv yourself?

While it’s always better to get a team of experts or single professional, to install your DSTV dish and set it up for success, there is no harm in doing it yourself.

How much does the DSTV Explora cost per month?

View our Data Usage Disclaimer here. Recommended retail price R999 (without installation) or R1699 (with installation). Full use of the DStv Explora (including connection to one decoder in XtraView) requires payment of a monthly Access Fee (R105).

Which is the best DSTV Explora HD Decoder?

XtraView HD add-on to an existing Explora or DStv HD Decoder Installed to an extra point, includes heartbeat cable, HD XtraView decoder, remote control, cable & labour R1299.00 XtraView Explora add-on to an existing Explora or DStv HD Decoder Installed to an extra point, includes Explora XtraView decoder, remote control, cable & labour R1999.00

Can a DSTV Explora ultra play 4K video?

The DStv Explora Ultra can deliver standard-definition video via RCA, HD and 4K video via HDMI. However, RF is not supported. You can enjoy crisp and vivid HD, 4K, HDR and Dolby Atmos in content where available and if the decoder is connected to the correct equipment.

How much is the DStv open view special?

Open View HD Installation Special (Free viewing forever) Installed to one point, includes satellite dish, LNB, OpenView decoder, remote control, labour & unlimited aerial cable to 1 point R1299.00 *(Using your existing installed dish & cable) R899.00 Free TV Channels Installation Special (Free TV Channel Viewing)