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Discussion topic: Stream puk delay in changing channels

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This message was authored by: JLEEK

Stream puk delay in changing channels

When trying to change channels on Sky using puk streamer, the screen sometimes freezes, last channel sound still on and no reaction to remote -after between 30 seconds and 4 minutes, I get a " please wait" notification then revert to the start up screen. Have to set up tv channels (again) and carry on as normal.

I have tried all the suggested reset actions but I still get the freeze - usually 2 or 3 times per evening.

I suspect that the puk is on the way out but cannot find a method of requesting a replacement

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This message was authored by: mikealanr

Re: Stream puk delay in changing channels

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Hi @JLEEK 

 

This sounds like poor connectivity to WiFi. Do you meet the minimum requirement of 30Mbps for UHD and 25Mbps for HD? The only way to request a new puck is call sky. We are fellow customers on the community.

 

Contact numbers here: https://www.sky.com/help/articles/viewing-help or you can dial 150 from a sky mobile or landline.

 

MikeAlanR

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This message was authored by: JLEEK

Re: Stream puk delay in changing channels

Download speeds exceed 100 Mbs. No other item connected to same wifi is affected.

This message was authored by: BenJoBanjo

Re: Stream puk delay in changing channels


@JLEEK wrote:

Download speeds exceed 100 Mbs. No other item connected to same wifi is affected.


Stream pucks differ from most other streaming devices in that they rely entirely on a constant and stable broadband connection to Sky's servers. They are a slave device and most of the functionality comes from the server. 

Have tested the actual speed being received by the puck by running a network check on the Netflix app? 

If you continue to have issues you can ring Sky and request a replacement puck. 

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