If you’re still navigating DStv through one of the broadcaster’s older decoders, it might be time to say goodbye. Either to the decoder itself or to DStv as a whole. The Canal+ subsidiary began informing users that, as it upgrades its satellite system, older decoder models will begin losing access to channels on 1 January 2027.
Your trusty decoder’s days are numbered
Not all channels at first, mind you. DStv mentions that the older decoders will lose access to “certain” channels on the first of next year. Even if you’re technically happy with the reduced offering, all channels will be cut off starting 1 September 2027. The only way to keep up with your subscription is by upgrading to a newer, more expensive model.
“To avoid disruption, please upgrade to a compatible decoder as early as possible so that you can continue enjoying your favourite sports, movies, series and entertainment,” said DStv.
If you currently own one of the ten decoder models below, you’re who DStv is speaking to:
- DSD1110
- DSD1131
- DSD1132
- DSD720
- DSD910
- DSD933
- DSD990
- DV1 (Dual View 1)
- PVR3000 (PVR1)
- MCDSD
Seeing as some of these models are more than twenty years old, it feels like a reasonable request on DStv’s part. On the flip side, it’s just as reasonable for affected customers to take this opportunity to finally ditch DStv for good. The company confirmed that it was currently running a limited-time promotion on the HD Single View decoder, bringing the price down to R199 (usually R460). Add an extra R100 for the decoder’s installation.
