When you purchase your brand new Dstv decoder, it comes with 1 month free viewing. But to be able to start viewing, the decoder needs to be activated in your name for easier payment, management and problem solutions. You are strongly advised to use a Multichoice Accredited Installer to install your new equipment to avoid future signal interuptions due to poor installations and unnecessary breakages and damages. After your decoder is installed, it is time now for Activation. There are several ways you can activate your decoder, but lets talk about three today. Dealer Activation Send the following details to your dstv supplier, who will in turn foward them to an authorised dealer. But if you have access to an authorised dealer, you can as well send directly to them. The deatails are; Your full names as they appear in your identification documents. Your ID number (Passport number can also be used or in rare cases, you can use your driving licence number) Phone number Email address Your re