Why do I need an MP3 Mobile accessory?
To use your device as a universal remote control you need an MP3 Mobile accessory that will communicate with your Tata Sky set-top box and other devices like your TV/ DVD and amplifier.
I have an Apple and Android device, where do I get the MP3 Mobile accessory from?
The MP3 Mobile accessories can be purchased for Rs 350 (inclusive of courier charges).
Just SMS 'MOB' to 56633 from your Registered Mobile No. (RMN), and the MP3 Mobile accessory will be couriered to your registered address. The money will be charged to your Tata Sky account. You will need a minimum of Rs 350 in your Tata Sky account for the order to be processed. If you do not have a minimum balance of Rs 350 when placing the order, you will be requested to top up your account and re-send the order request.
Once your Tata Sky account has been charged with Rs 350, Tata Sky will call you to verify your purchase. We will also verify where you have purchased the product as well as your shipping address. You will receive the device within 30 days.
How do I use the MP3 Mobile Accessory?
Buy the MP3 Mobile Accessory from Tata Sky.
Plug the accessory into the audio jack of your phone (the audio jack is the socket in which the hands-free is attached).
Ensure that the LED light is facing the ground when the device is plugged in. Hold the device at a 30-45 degree angle when using the accessory.
•Download the Tata Sky Mobile Access App using any of the two options:
Click here to visit the iOS app download page or click here to visit the Android app download page.
•Ensure you get the MP3 Mobile accessory in order to use your device as a Universal Remote.
•Ensure that your phone is connected to the Internet.
•Plug the MP3 Mobile accessory into the audio jack (headphones socket), and open the Tata Sky Mobile Access App.
•Ensure the volume of the headphones is set to maximum, whilst using the app.
•Point the MP3 Mobile accessory that is connected to your phone towards the Set Top box /TV/ DVD or Amplifier, in order to use the app as a universal remote.
View all channels and shows available for 4 days with the Electronic Program Guide.
You may choose to filter you're the programme guide view by genre or access your favorites or check top shows among the app users.
See what your Facebook friends are watching on TV by accessing the 'Friends' section on the program guide.
Check in here allows you to share what you are watching on TV, with your Facebook friends.
Rate the show or set it for recording on your Tata Sky+ HD through the app.
Discuss the show you're watching on Twitter, and see what others are saying about it
Discover friends and other Facebook users watching the same show.
The Remote section allows you to use your device as a Universal remote control, for the TV, Set-Top box, DVD & amplifier. Slide the screen to access the various sections of the remote.
Drag the channel you're currently watching, to set your favorites on the app.
Transform your phone into a remote control for your Tata Sky set top box. You can use the app to perform all functions of a Tata Sky remote control. The MP3 Mobile accessory must be connected to your device.
Sign into Facebook and Twitter, through the application. You will now be able to share what you are watching, and see what others are watching.
Sign in with your Tata Sky Subscriber ID to record shows on-the-go, through the app. This is applicable only for Tata Sky+/Tata Sky+ HD subscribers
*Attach the MP3 mobile accessory to the audio jack (headphones socket) of your device
*The select your TV type
*Go to Type01 and press 'Power' to check if you can switch your TV on and off
*If you are able to successfully power on/off your TV, press 'Volume' to check if you can increase your TV volume
*If you are able to increase your TV volume, press 'Select,' else move to the next TV type
*If the option is available, you may also choose the "automatic scan" option at the bottom of the TV Type page. Follow the instructions and let the app automatically recognize the correct TV Type
*Remember to hold your device horizontally in front of the TV when pressing these buttons
*Attach the MP3 mobile accessory to the audio jack (headphones socket) of your device
*Select the DVD / amplifier that you wish to control with the app
*Go to Type01 and press 'Test' to check if you can switch your DVD on and off
*If successful, press select. Else, try the next type
You may also choose the "automatic scan" option at the top of the DVD list page. Follow the instructions and let the app automatically recognize the correct DVD Type.
*If you wish to control volume through an amplifier, select Amplifier from settings and set the "Use Amplifier" status to "ON"
*Select the amplifier that you wish to control with the app
*Go to Type01 and press 'Test' to check if you can switch your amplifier on and off
*If successful, press select. Else, try the next type.
If your TV/DVD/ Ampllfier brands are not available in the list please write to [email protected]. Be sure to tell us the brand name of your TV/DVD/ Ampllfier and the model no.
A single application allows you to control TVs and Set top boxes in multiple rooms.
To use your device as a universal remote control you need an MP3 Mobile accessory that will communicate with your Tata Sky set-top box and other devices like your TV/ DVD and amplifier.
I have an Apple and Android device, where do I get the MP3 Mobile accessory from?
The MP3 Mobile accessories can be purchased for Rs 350 (inclusive of courier charges).
Just SMS 'MOB' to 56633 from your Registered Mobile No. (RMN), and the MP3 Mobile accessory will be couriered to your registered address. The money will be charged to your Tata Sky account. You will need a minimum of Rs 350 in your Tata Sky account for the order to be processed. If you do not have a minimum balance of Rs 350 when placing the order, you will be requested to top up your account and re-send the order request.
Once your Tata Sky account has been charged with Rs 350, Tata Sky will call you to verify your purchase. We will also verify where you have purchased the product as well as your shipping address. You will receive the device within 30 days.
How do I use the MP3 Mobile Accessory?
Buy the MP3 Mobile Accessory from Tata Sky.
Plug the accessory into the audio jack of your phone (the audio jack is the socket in which the hands-free is attached).
Ensure that the LED light is facing the ground when the device is plugged in. Hold the device at a 30-45 degree angle when using the accessory.
How to Install the Application
This app is available for a free download from the Apple App Store (on iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad devices) as well as the Google Play Shop.•Download the Tata Sky Mobile Access App using any of the two options:
Click here to visit the iOS app download page or click here to visit the Android app download page.
•Ensure you get the MP3 Mobile accessory in order to use your device as a Universal Remote.
•Ensure that your phone is connected to the Internet.
•Plug the MP3 Mobile accessory into the audio jack (headphones socket), and open the Tata Sky Mobile Access App.
•Ensure the volume of the headphones is set to maximum, whilst using the app.
•Point the MP3 Mobile accessory that is connected to your phone towards the Set Top box /TV/ DVD or Amplifier, in order to use the app as a universal remote.
Program Guide
View all channels and shows available for 4 days with the Electronic Program Guide.
You may choose to filter you're the programme guide view by genre or access your favorites or check top shows among the app users.
See what your Facebook friends are watching on TV by accessing the 'Friends' section on the program guide.
Check in here allows you to share what you are watching on TV, with your Facebook friends.
Discuss the show you're watching on Twitter, and see what others are saying about it
Discover friends and other Facebook users watching the same show.
Remote
The Remote section allows you to use your device as a Universal remote control, for the TV, Set-Top box, DVD & amplifier. Slide the screen to access the various sections of the remote.
Drag the channel you're currently watching, to set your favorites on the app.
Transform your phone into a remote control for your Tata Sky set top box. You can use the app to perform all functions of a Tata Sky remote control. The MP3 Mobile accessory must be connected to your device.
Settings
Social Watching
Sign into Facebook and Twitter, through the application. You will now be able to share what you are watching, and see what others are watching.
Remote Recording
Sign in with your Tata Sky Subscriber ID to record shows on-the-go, through the app. This is applicable only for Tata Sky+/Tata Sky+ HD subscribers
Control your TV
*Attach the MP3 mobile accessory to the audio jack (headphones socket) of your device
*The select your TV type
*Go to Type01 and press 'Power' to check if you can switch your TV on and off
*If you are able to successfully power on/off your TV, press 'Volume' to check if you can increase your TV volume
*If you are able to increase your TV volume, press 'Select,' else move to the next TV type
*If the option is available, you may also choose the "automatic scan" option at the bottom of the TV Type page. Follow the instructions and let the app automatically recognize the correct TV Type
*Remember to hold your device horizontally in front of the TV when pressing these buttons
Control your DVD
*Attach the MP3 mobile accessory to the audio jack (headphones socket) of your device
*Select the DVD / amplifier that you wish to control with the app
*Go to Type01 and press 'Test' to check if you can switch your DVD on and off
*If successful, press select. Else, try the next type
You may also choose the "automatic scan" option at the top of the DVD list page. Follow the instructions and let the app automatically recognize the correct DVD Type.
Control your Amplifier
*If you wish to control volume through an amplifier, select Amplifier from settings and set the "Use Amplifier" status to "ON"
*Select the amplifier that you wish to control with the app
*Go to Type01 and press 'Test' to check if you can switch your amplifier on and off
*If successful, press select. Else, try the next type.
If your TV/DVD/ Ampllfier brands are not available in the list please write to [email protected]. Be sure to tell us the brand name of your TV/DVD/ Ampllfier and the model no.
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