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Sky Q Multiroom possibility...

  • 17-11-2020 2:22pm
    #1
    tadgho
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 134 ✭✭


    Hi everyone, looking for a little help if anyone can help: Thinking of getting Sky Q Multiroom as currently only have Sky in the main living area. A couple of questions:
    1. Is an engineer required to call to the house to install multiroom, or can I install the minibox myself? If engineer required, at what cost?
    2. Is really fast internet (WiFi) required in order for Sky Q multiroom to work? (WiFi signal wouldn't be the strongest in other rooms, but is fast enough to stream Netflix)
    All responses appreciated, thanks.


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  • #2
    Alex Sky Doctor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12 ✭Alex Sky Doctor


    I assume you have Sky Q main box installed already.

    1. Is an engineer required to call to the house to install multiroom, or can I install the minibox myself?
    - First you will need to order the mini box at the same time upgrade your subscription. So call Sky Sales and talk to an advisor and mention you want to install the box yourself! They should then post a mini box out to you! Installation of a minibox is easy. Just WPS it to the main box or the router. Or to the network with a password. Just make sure the main box and the mini box sits on the same network

    - If engineer required, at what cost? - Not sure about the cost. 120 Euro is in my head for some reason, bit I might be mistaken.

    2. Is really fast internet (WiFi) required in order for Sky Q multiroom to work? (Wi-Fi signal wouldn't be the strongest in other rooms, but is fast enough to stream Netflix)

    Yes! As HD signal is transmitted, I would say so, as slow internet will couse image jam or freasing. Anyway, you have to use some app to test your BB fist and it shoul meet the requirement.
    Then you have to think where you place your minibox (how far etc).
    There are a number of factors that can affect the strength of your overall Wi-Fi signal. Whether there is dry wall, a wooden door, brick walls, or concrete in the way, your Wi-Fi signal is ultimately affected as it needs to be transmitted through these different materials.

    In many cases a WiFi booster will solve the Wi-Fi spread issue.

    Your welcome!


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