The Definitive SkyLink Magic Eye Guide
Definitions
SkyLink - Refers to "Sky magic eyes" such as tvLINK, SLxLink,
DigiLink, Digital Link, VisionLink, Triax Link and all the rest.
Secondary TV set - Any remote TV set connected by RF coaxial lead
(other than your main set, which is connected via a Scart or HDMI
lead to your Sky Digibox).
Decoupled cable - a cable in which the outer screen has been
disconnected to leave a tiny gap part way along its length.
Double-screened cable - coaxial cable having a metal foil screen
and a braided copper screen. (Aluminium foil screened cable is
perfectly OK for short runs indoors.)
What is the purpose of a SkyLink magic eye?
The purpose of any SkyLink "magic eye" is to send remote control
signals back down a coaxial cable to your Sky Digibox. It allows
other TV signals to pass through to your secondary TV aerial
socket, unaffected.
The SkyLink device passes all RF signals straight through without
affecting them, including the selected Sky channel (and any
terrestrial aerial signals if an aerial is connected to your Sky
Digibox aerial input).
How do I connect a SkyLink?
Connect it to the RF2 output on your Sky Digibox using double-
screened cable with soldered plugs or screw-connection plugs. It is
essential to have a good connection because the Sky Digibox
provides power to the SkyLink.
A little silicone grease on the plug and pin connections will make it
easier to remove without damaging the RF2 socket (common
problem!) without affecting the electrical connection.
Note that the RF2 socket is male so you will need to use a female-
female adapter unless you have a female TV plug fitted. (Female TV