DStv is an acronym for Digital Satellite Television. The word “DStv” is not only an acronym but also a brand name for the satellite pay-TV brand of MultiChoice Ltd. multiChoice is a multinational company originally indigenous to South Africa. over the years, the company grew in program content and technology, monopolizing the satellite TV industry in Africa. As a result, their satellite TV brand is currently enjoying huge patronage and acceptability in Nigeria and the rest of Africa. Today, you are going to learn everything about this DStv.
Who owns DStv and where did it come from? What services does DStv offer and how can I acquire one? What are the programs and packages of DStv as well as their price of subscription? Can I watch DStv for free? Can I watch DStv from my mobile phone, tablet or computer? you will find answers to these questions and much more. Fell free to engage us via comments below if there are still many more questions you may wish to ask about DStv.
The Meaning of DStv
As I said earlier, DStv means digital Satellite Television. It is the South African-based MultiChoice satellite pay-TV brand. Certainly, it is pay-TV, because subscribers must pay to watch all their channels. The truth is, there are no free-to-air TV channels on DStv.
It is also the first digital satellite TV brand in Africa and of course, Nigeria. It came into Nigeria over three decades ago and has been largely patronized. Today, DStv subscribers in Nigeria is over 150 million people.
DStv Regional Branches and Offices in Nigeria
MultiChoice has regional offices in all the 6 geo-political regions of the country. Although there are many other smaller outlets that may appear large in size, they are only dealer offices in DStv GOtv brand colors. Here are the regional offices of MultiChoice in Nigeria.
- Portharcourt regional office for South-South Nigeria
- Enugu office for South-East
- Lagos office for South-West
- Abuja office for North-Central Nigeria
- Kaduna Office for North-Western Nigeria
- Maiduguri office for North-Eastern Nigeria
How to Do Business with MultiChoice DStv
This is how you could partner with MultiChoice and do business with them. MultiChoice created platforms that can admit business partners at different levels. Depending on your budget, there is a platform that could fit into your economy plan. The MultiChoice business models categorizes third-party local businesses into the following;
- Super dealers
- Dealers
- retail outlets
- vendors
The super dealers under MultiChoice establish large offices, employ and pay their staff. However, it is the responsibility of MultiChoice DStv to train these staff, equip and brand these offices. The essence is to maintain standards while they leverage on franchises to explore and penetrate local markets. Therefore, most big offices you see in your states and localities are only super-dealer offices reporting directly to MultiChoice direct regional offices. To become a super dealer for MultiChoice DStv or GOtv, it requires a good sum of money. You may contact MultiChoice on their website or offices to find out how much.
Dealer business under MultiChoice involves lesser capital than in super-dealer status. However, it follows same pattern when establishing dealer-status offices under multiChoice. In some cases, dealers report to super-dealers, who report to MultiChoice directly. But some dealers are very grounded that they operate directly under MultiChoice and overtime, upgrade operational status to super-dealership.
For Retailers and vendors, they operate under and report to dealers and super-dealers alike. Depending on individual capacity, a dealer may choose to accomodate as many retailers and vendors as possible in order to cover larger market.
DStv Satellite Dish
DStv services comes to us through satellite dish and decoder system. In fact, DStv was first introduced in Nigeria as a decoder and dish system with certainly older versions as at then. That was how satellite TV installation became a career and many learnt how to set up a satellite dish to make money. As a result, there are now accredited and freelance installers who engage in satellite dish installation and services. DStv installation follows same techniques as any satellite TV installation. However, it only varies with settings and frequency parameters of the Eutelsat W7 satellite.
Also, there are many models of DStv decoder, which differ in functions, display, features, specifications and price. Depending on your pocket and need, you can see the features and specs of all decoder models, for informed choices prior to purchase. However, some decoder models are no longer in use or have attained “Legacy” status.
Online Services via Phones, PC, etc
Apart from the decoder, you can also access DStv services online via platforms such as mobile phones, tablets, laptops and Smart Android TV. Because you cannot carry your decoder about, MultiChoice has to initiate these platforms to make their pay-TV services mobile and reachable. Now you can enjoy these services everywhere, with your phone or PC. Invariably, your mobile device becomes your decoder as you can watch everything on TV right in your mobile screen. Therefore, it is necessary to read up how to connect DStv decoder to mobile phone, devices – Connect ID.
Packages, Programs and Bouquet
Among all pay-TV services on either satellite or terrestrial platforms, DStv has got the most engaging packages and programs. There are over 200 channels that are open for subscription. Although many complain about the high cost of their bouquets, a lot more have continued to subscribe to it. There are conventional as well as continental packages..
List of Conventional Packages
Below is the list of MultiChoice DStv packages;
- DStv Access
- Family (DStv Family Bouquet)
- MINI bouquet or DStv Compact
- Compact Plus (DStv Compact Plus Bouquet)
- Premium Package (DStv Premium)
You can read up the Current price of all DStv Packages and channels here.
Furthermore, these packages are available in all countries where MultiChoice satellite TV services are available. While these conventional packages enjoy great clusters of TV and radio channels, the continental bouquets only contain few channels. Surprisingly, they are relatively expensive.
List of Continental Packages
Below is the list of DStv Continental packages;
- Asia or Indian package
- German
- the Great Wall
- French package
- Portuguese
However, there is another form of customized channel selection, which is reserved for public view in line with their Viewing Policy. This category of package is known as “Collectives” and involves selected channels only. For instance, hotels and public places usually show only selected channels, which are necessary for the nature of their business. Furthermore, movies, sports and few news channels are mostly recommended for hotels and entertainment centres. As much as an organization can pay, more channels are added to their selection with consequent huge subscription amount.
New DStv Bouquet Recently Added
MultiChoice DStv in early 2020 added two new packages to their list of subscription bouquets. They are;
- Comfam
- Yanga
Expectedly, these latest DStv packages have come with new trends in channel and program contents. Their subscription prices are also friendly to all budgets. Therefore, click here to read up details of all current bouquet prices and channel list.
All DStv Decoders – Features, Specs and Price
Since the digital pay-TV service began in Nigeria, MultiChoice has introduced over 10 different decoder models. While some have become obsolete due to upgrades in technology, others are still in use. There are decoders meant for HD (High Definition) displays, content recording and storage as well as internet connectivity. However, these many features in DStv decoder models have come with improved security for both user and child. Certainly, you can do channel blocking on decoders to prevent children from viewing unrated programs. You can also do automatic software upgrade on decoders of model DSD 1110 and recent. You can read up all DStv decoder models – features and specs to know everything about their decoders and their current prices.
How to Subscribe to DStv
If you are an existing subscriber, MultiChoice has created multiple and easy ways to subscribe or renew your package. However, you could choose to upgrade or downgrade your package, depending on choice of channels and budget. In any case, subscription payment methods are simple and efficient even though customers complain that their subscription Rates are high. Using any payment platform of choice, MultiChoice ensures that your channels are reconnected within minutes of successful renewal. Therefore, here are easy ways to pay for DStv subscriptions and get reconnected instantly.
Installation and Maintenance
The installation and maintenance of DStv follows the same pattern for all satellite TV services. This is because they obey same satellite TV transmission and reception technology of up-linking and down-linking from orbital to home satellite dish. However, it involves some special skills to install a satellite dish or to maintain an entire dish and decoder system. Due to the special skills involved, you may not handle the installation and maintenance of satellite TV yourself. Therefore, you are advised to engage the services of a qualified installer near you. This is how to find a genuine and competent installer for your satellite TV services.
Finally, DTMEDIA.tech shall regularly update this page as soon as there newer developments about DStv. Meanwhile, feel free to share this post and leave us a reply if you wish to make inputs or ask questions.
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