On demand fails when no satellite feed

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Xraytod

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Yesterday the LNB was covered in ice so we had no satellite signal. So Ok we'll watch something on iplayer. Wrong ! Despite having fully working internet connection we didn't even get to the menu.

Why is this ? Surely internet is separate to Tv ?

| Fri 30 Jan 2015 12:16:35 #1 |
-gonzo-

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Yes this is correct, you cannot use on demand without a satellite feed. Possible reason is because it needs the Freesat Home Transponder.

| Fri 30 Jan 2015 16:55:42 #2 |
Xraytod

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Thanks - little short-sighted of the designers then.... On demand works fine on Pc or tablet etc without recourse to any transponder.

Oh well will have to invest in long handled brush !

| Fri 30 Jan 2015 17:31:43 #3 |