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PIN number problem

We can't access certain channels as its pin protected 

. We have tried to put the PIN number in but it keeps telling us to check the connection. Should we have the q box connected to the phone connection.

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This message was authored by oldfella This message was authored by: oldfella

Re: PIN number problem

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@JPember99 wrote:

We can't access certain channels as its pin protected 

. We have tried to put the PIN number in but it keeps telling us to check the connection. Should we have the q box connected to the phone connection.


Exactly what message are you seeing and what are you trying to watch @JPember99 

JPember99
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Re: PIN number problem

Sky witness and showcase 

 

Theres a problem with your connection.

 

Please check your sky viewing card is inserted and your sky box is connected to your broadband

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@JPember99 wrote:

Sky witness and showcase 

Theres a problem with your connection.

Please check your sky viewing card is inserted and your sky box is connected to your broadband


Hi @JPember99 

First check that your viewing card is correctly inserted. Viewing card is in the right hand end of the box.
If it is in correctly there is not enough of it sticking out to grip and remove it.
Push it fully in and it will pop out slightly enough so you can remove it.
Take it out and give the chip a gentle wipe with a damp lint free cloth or E-cloth.
Ensure that it completely dry before you reinsert it chip side up and chip end in first. Push it gently fully in and you should feel a slight click when it is engaged. If it has popped out enough to remove it is not located correctly.
If you are satisfied that it is in correctly
Try refreshing your Viewing card.
Home - Settings - System info.
Highlight Viewing card number and then select Setup on the right hand side.
Then select Use this option to trigger a callback

No call is actually made but the Viewing card should be refreshed.

 

If you still have an issue with your broadband connection then try resetting your broadband router and connection.

If on Sky broadband hold the Reset on the back of the router until the power light flashes green (about 10 seconds). Don't unplug or switch off your router while it resets. The power light will go green when it's done.
If on 3rd party broadband and your router does not have a reset button, reboot it by disconnecting the power lead for 30 secs and then reconnecting.
Wait until the router is completely back and running and then try a Network Reset found in Q box Home - Settings - Setup - Network.
Highlight Status and then select Reset on the right hand side. Follow instructions to connect by WiFi to your router. Even if reset is not listed there is still an option to connect by WiFi to Sky or 3rd party router
If you are on Sky Broadband you will be asked to press the WPS button on the Sky router. (Not on the Q box as the Network reset will start the main Q box WPS automatically). Make sure you press the WPS button on the Sky router and not the reset button.
if you are on 3rd party (non Sky ) broadband then you need to enter the SSID and password for the router 2.4 Ghz WiFi band.

JPember99
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Re: PIN number problem

Thank you. I will try that.

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