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	ORDER the FORTEC STAR MERCURY and get these FREE BONUS ITEMS NOW: FREE shipping with tracking number FREE installation software CD List price: US$119.99 Sale Price: US$89.99 You Save US$30.00! Availability: Usually Ships in 1 to 2 Days Heavy Duty Switch Upgrade Heavy Duty Chieta 4x1 DiSEqC [Add US$14.99] Weatherproof EMP 4x1 DiSEqC Switch [Add US$19.99] Qty:

Description Technical Specs Resources   The Fortec Star Mercury II FTA receiver provides digital free-to-air satellite reception for the USA and Canadian markets.   Product Features and Highlights The Fortec Star MERCURY II satellite receiver provides digital free-to-air satellite reception. The Fortec Star MERCURY II is a powerful satellite receiver ideal for satellite enthusiast. The receiver has an easy-to-use Menu, yet is feature-rich. It also comes with a comprehensive Power Scan for blind searching satellites. Users can back up their channel list before upgrading the software, and then restore the channel list, all from within the receiver's own menu. The front panel has 8 buttons allowing complete control of the receiver?s functions without the use of the remote. The back panel has all the connection options you would need, with RCA composite jacks, component jacks (Y,Pb,Pr), and an S-video connection. Channel Back-up and Channel recovery function Component video (Y,Pb,Pr) and S-Video connections 3 RCA connections (1 Video, 2 Audio L/R) POWER Scan (blind search) with complete parameter control Dolby Digital 5.1 audio pass-through (optical) 100 programmable satellites and 6,000 programmable channels Timer function for Sleep / Wake Up / VCR Record and Channel Reminder Fully MPEG 2 / DVB compliant, MCPC/SCPC, C/KU reception 1 LNB input with IF loop through for 2nd receiver Manual PID scan function DiSEqC 1.2 and USALS supported Picture-In-Graphics function Multi-Picture (4,9, 13 or 16 pictures) function ZOOM In/Out Electronic Program Guide Data transfer: receiver-to-receiver or PC-to-receiver IMPORTANT INSTALLATION TIP All free to air satellite receivers come with a basic 4x1 diseqc switch either supplied for free by the product manufacture or added to the order by GOsatellite. The disecq switch is a necessary part of a free to air installation if the satellite dish you are connecting to has 2, 3, or 4 LNB’s. The unfortunate problem is the cheap quality of the free diseqc switch that’s included with most FTA receivers. The life expectancy of the free disecq switch is typically less than 1 year. See connection diagram below and the benefits of a high quality switch. If you can stretch your budget by $15 we highly recommend that you include the heavy duty Chieta 4x1 diseqc switch. The Chieta is the best switch on the market with a low insertion loss of only 1.5db which will offer better signal and picture quality (basic switches are 6db of signal loss!) The Chieta is nickel metal cast plated, designed for indoor or outdoor installation and will combine 4 satellites to one digital FTA receiver. Long-term is make sense to spend a few extra dollars more now to have a completely functional FTA satellite system for years to come. All professional installers swear by the quality and performance of the Chieta switch. For them it's simple, go to a customers house, do the installation, and they will not have to worry again about a failing switch or loss of signal or picture quality. Do the install right the first time and do it once. Screenshots of Fortec Star Mercury II Main Menu FREE Bonus Items Included Free To Air Installation CD-ROM This exclusive in-house produced CD contains the latest step-by-step setup instructions for all the popular free to air receivers, LNB’s, motor’s, accessories, and more. If you are new to FTA or a seasoned pro you will appreciate this CD. RS232C Serial Cable This null serial cable allows you to upgrade the free to air receiver's operating system with the latest factory software, channel list, or satellite list. Most computers have a 9-pin serial connection on the back or you can use a USB to serial adapter cable. 4x1 DiSEqC Switch This switch allows you to connect up to 4 LNB’s or 4 satellites dishes to one free to air satellite receiver. The receiver will send a command to the switch and allow the dish or LNB to be turned on and allow you to the view the channel you have selected.. Free Online Community Access We offer no charge, lifetime access to the GOsatellite Community Forums and the Internets most popular online free to air forums, satellite communities, and chat rooms. Now you can connect, share, and learn together in this satellite hobby. Interesting Facts You Should Know About What is the purpose of the 1GB USB memory stick? Since the Viewsat Ultra has a USB port on it, we include a 1GB memory stick to make the firmware and channel list upgrades much easier.  We have received feedback from owners of older models that do not have USB that it can be frustrating having to disconnect the receiver from the entertainment center and TV and then bring the receiver to the computer room for an upgrade.  Now you save the FTA bin file onto the memory stick and then plug it into the receiver.  It's a simple process in the onscreen menu to upgrade from USB memory stick.  Now you can leave your receiver connected to your TV fulltime. FREE GOsatellite.com Installation CD-ROM All FTA receivers and satellite dish systems include our in-house produced exclusive CD-ROM that will introduce you to the world of free to air satellite. It has step by step instructions for the newbie to install and enjoy this amazing free satellite hobby. Introduction to FTA Fortec Mercury II Loader Fortec Mercury II Latest Bin Satellite Finder Software Step by Step Setup Photos Motorized Dish Installation Help Free Online Community Access Included Free with FTA Receiver We also suggest... Dreamstar 33 inch dish Digipower SG-2100 DiSEqC Motor 6' HDMI Cable Remote Extender Our Price: US$69.99 Add Sale Price: US$69.99 Add Sale Price: US$19.99 Add Our Price: US$59.99 Add Satellite Installation Kit (stationary) Invacom Quad Polar LNBF Analog Satellite Finder Our Price: US$24.99 Add Sale Price: US$69.99 Add Our Price: US$14.99 Add

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