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**carpenter1** · February 25th, 2007

Updated. New template 10/03/06. MT/DVB-friendly version maintained.
Since the recent changes in channels/transponder locations- I wanted to find a better way to create my own custom list without having to manually input every channel. I've spent the past month creating a template which all can use to make their own lists using their own manual scans. This is not your average template.

This template includes all dishnet satellites (61.5-105-110-119-121-129-148), BellExpressVu (82 & 91)- as well as all local spot beam channels. I've also included AC-3,TID's/NID's and notes to show EPG names as they are seen from the original scans and notes telling you if Conus or local and from where.

Directions for use:

* Write down current LNB settings for each satellite.
* Backup your current Channellist to your computer via loader
* Scan whichever Satellite(s) you wish to view.
* Copy scan to your computer.
* Obtain latest version of ChannelMaster (located in these forums)
* Open your newly scanned list with ChannelMaster
* Click "File" on top left of screen ---> Import ---> Apply Template ---> Choose template located below ---> Click Open ---> Mark all slots except last option ---> Click OK.

You now have a completely named channel list with local spotbeams etc. The latest Channel/TP changes are included

* Save your work to another filename & upload back to your STB.

Notes:

* Maintaining DN/BEV Order & re-mapping locals: Right-click any channel and select "Fill missing Channels". This is up to your personal taste. I fill up to channel 2000 if using both DN and Bev, or 900 if only using DN. Should you choose this alternative, SID sort functions must be turned "off" in your STB.

* Scanning Notes: Please read other threads thoroughly regarding the best scanning techniques for your individual type STB.

I've gotten many questions about "why didn't the template rename my sat? In every case it was because there was more than 1 sat listed at a particular sat degree. For instance Galaxy11/Nimiq1,2 @ 91w. The sat that you have data & want renamed must appear on top of the other. Otherwise ChannelMaster, by default, will attempt to rename channels found in the first listing leaving your intended sat unchanged.

Be sure to double-check your LNB/switch settings after uploading the list back to your box. Settings tend to change when loading lists from older versions of ChannelMaster.

Any format channellist may now be used.

Fixed "Floater" Channels - NBA,NHL,MLB. v34
Fixed CoolSat 5000 EPG population error after running template 12/03/05. v34
Updated some Bev channelnames & added all new TP change data through 12/08/05 - added approx 50 channels for DN. v36
12/16/2005 - Various TP mods & tweaked per EKB through 12/16. v39
01/19/2006 - Complete rebuild, all updated. v49
01/22/2006 - Added lastest EKB data. Deleted channel chars & renamed channels for consistancy/space. v50
01/27/2006 - Minor update per EKB. v52
02/24/2006 - update per EKB. v53
03/14/2006 - update per EKP, Duplicated Sports Alt for both 110/119 due to constant DN switching. v54
04/24/2006 - Major Update, Complete Overhaul (again ). v59
05/13/2006 - Complete overhaul yet again. Updated per stream.
05/14/2006 - Added MyTheatre version. Uses better naming to be MT friendly
05/31/2006 - Complete rewrite using stream data. Added Transponder Info & bunch other stuff for reference. v62
06/01/2006 - Adjusted per stream, added sat 118w. v63
10/03/2006 - Update per Stream Bev/DN. v66

Created 10/01/2005 - revised 10/03/2006
Darlok

February 25th, 2007	#2 (permalink)
carpenter1 Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: On the computer Posts: 6,090 Thanks: 298 Thanked 2,368 Times in 879 Posts Rep Power: 110	How to create your own Custom List Updated. New template 10/03/06. MT/DVB-friendly version maintained. Since the recent changes in channels/transponder locations- I wanted to find a better way to create my own custom list without having to manually input every channel. I've spent the past month creating a template which all can use to make their own lists using their own manual scans. This is not your average template. This template includes *all* dishnet satellites (61.5-105-110-119-121-129-148), BellExpressVu (82 & 91)- as well as all local spot beam channels. I've also included AC-3,TID's/NID's and notes to show EPG names as they are seen from the original scans and notes telling you if Conus or local and from where. Directions for use: * Write down current LNB settings for each satellite. * Backup your current Channellist to your computer via loader * Scan whichever Satellite(s) you wish to view. * Copy scan to your computer. * Obtain latest version of ChannelMaster (located in these forums) * Open your newly scanned list with ChannelMaster * Click "File" on top left of screen ---> Import ---> Apply Template ---> Choose template located below ---> Click Open ---> Mark all slots except last option ---> Click OK. You now have a completely named channel list with local spotbeams etc. The latest Channel/TP changes are included * Save your work to another filename & upload back to your STB. Notes: * Maintaining DN/BEV Order & re-mapping locals: Right-click any channel and select "Fill missing Channels". This is up to your personal taste. I fill up to channel 2000 if using both DN and Bev, or 900 if only using DN. Should you choose this alternative, SID sort functions must be turned "off" in your STB. * Scanning Notes: Please read other threads thoroughly regarding the best scanning techniques for your individual type STB. I've gotten many questions about "why didn't the template rename my sat? In every case it was because there was more than 1 sat listed at a particular sat degree. For instance Galaxy11/Nimiq1,2 @ 91w. The sat that you have data & want renamed must appear on top of the other. Otherwise ChannelMaster, by default, will attempt to rename channels found in the first listing leaving your intended sat unchanged. Be sure to double-check your LNB/switch settings after uploading the list back to your box. Settings tend to change when loading lists from older versions of ChannelMaster. Any format channellist may now be used. Fixed "Floater" Channels - NBA,NHL,MLB. v34 Fixed CoolSat 5000 EPG population error after running template 12/03/05. v34 Updated some Bev channelnames & added all new TP change data through 12/08/05 - added approx 50 channels for DN. v36 12/16/2005 - Various TP mods & tweaked per EKB through 12/16. v39 01/19/2006 - Complete rebuild, all updated. v49 01/22/2006 - Added lastest EKB data. Deleted channel chars & renamed channels for consistancy/space. v50 01/27/2006 - Minor update per EKB. v52 02/24/2006 - update per EKB. v53 03/14/2006 - update per EKP, Duplicated Sports Alt for both 110/119 due to constant DN switching. v54 04/24/2006 - Major Update, Complete Overhaul (again ). v59 05/13/2006 - Complete overhaul yet again. Updated per stream. 05/14/2006 - Added MyTheatre version. Uses better naming to be MT friendly 05/31/2006 - Complete rewrite using stream data. Added Transponder Info & bunch other stuff for reference. v62 06/01/2006 - Adjusted per stream, added sat 118w. v63 10/03/2006 - Update per Stream Bev/DN. v66 Created 10/01/2005 - revised 10/03/2006 Darlok __________________