Satlink WS-6906 SATCR/Unicable Setup Limitations and Alternatives

User question

Hi guys can you help me please I have satlink ws 6906 how can I setup on SATCR please 🙏🙏🙏

Artificial Intelligence Response

Direct answer to the question

• The Satlink WS‑6906 cannot be configured to work in SATCR/Unicable mode. This model only supports classic Universal LNB control (13/18 V, 0/22 kHz) and DiSEqC 1.0/1.2, not EN50494/EN50607 Unicable protocols. (manualzz.com)
• To align a dish on a SATCR system with this meter, use one of the practical workarounds below (legacy port method or a loop‑through with a Unicable‑capable device). For full SATCR setup/diagnostics, use a meter that explicitly supports Unicable. Examples are Satlink WS‑6933, WS‑6980 or ST‑5150. (manualslib.com)

Key points

• WS‑6906: no Unicable/SATCR menu or EN50494/EN50607 support. (manualzz.com)
• Use a legacy/universal output from the LNB or multiswitch if available; otherwise use a Unicable‑capable receiver/meter to command the LNB while you read levels with the WS‑6906. (satfreax.de)
• If you routinely work on Unicable, upgrade to a meter that lists “Unicable/SCR/EN50494/EN50607” in its specs/OSD. (manualslib.com)

Detailed problem analysis

• Technology background: SATCR/Unicable (EN50494) and Unicable II/dCSS (EN50607) require the measuring device to issue specific DiSEqC commands that assign a User Band (UB) frequency. Basic DVB‑S meters that only provide 13/18 V and 0/22 kHz cannot request or receive a stacked UB, so they will not lock a transponder on a Unicable‑only output. The WS‑6906 falls in this basic class; its manual and spec list only DiSEqC 1.0/1.2 and 22 kHz tone, no Unicable mode. (manualzz.com)
• Consequence: Connected to a SATCR‑only output, the WS‑6906 will typically show no usable signal because it cannot ask the LNB/multiswitch to translate a selected TP into a UB slot for it to measure.
• Contrast with Unicable‑capable meters: Newer Satlink models expose a Unicable/SCR menu where you pick IF Channel/UB and enter the UB center frequency; e.g., WS‑6933 explicitly documents “If select Unicable… set IF Channel and Center Frequency.” Pro‑grade combo meters (e.g., WS‑6980, ST‑5150) list Unicable support in their specs. (manualslib.com)

Current information and trends

• Many current LNBs/multiswitches provide both Unicable and one or more “legacy” outputs; using a legacy output allows alignment with a non‑Unicable meter like the WS‑6906. (satfreax.de)
• Industry is moving to dCSS/Unicable II (EN50607) with 16–32 UBs per output; meters now commonly advertise EN50494/EN50607 support. (manualslib.com)
• Satlink’s newer meters (e.g., WS‑6980 family) list Unicable in the official feature set. (sat-link.com.cn)

Supporting explanations and details

• Why WS‑6906 cannot do SATCR: Unicable requires sending an EN50494/50607 DiSEqC command frame (addressing, UB ID, requested LO/TP). The WS‑6906 firmware/OSD does not offer an Unicable/SCR mode to compose/send these frames; therefore it cannot request a UB. Its spec confirms only DiSEqC 1.0/1.2 and 22 kHz band switching. (manualzz.com)
• Unicable‑capable meters show parameters such as:
  • UB/IF Channel number
  • UB center frequency (e.g., 1210, 1420, 1680, 2040 MHz; actual values depend on LNB/switch)
  • Protocol: EN50494 or EN50607 This is documented, for example, in the WS‑6933 user manual. (manualslib.com)

Ethical and legal aspects

• Shared Unicable systems serve multiple tuners over one cable. Randomly transmitting power/commands or reusing an occupied UB can disrupt service to others. If you must share a line during alignment, coordinate UB allocations and avoid back‑feeding DC to another device.

Practical guidelines

Option A — Legacy‑port alignment (recommended if available)

1. On the LNB or multiswitch, identify a “Legacy”/“Universal” output and connect the WS‑6906 to it. Many Unicable products provide such ports explicitly for compatibility. (satfreax.de)
2. WS‑6906 settings:
   • LNB type: Universal 9750/10600
   • 22 kHz: Auto
   • Select a known DVB‑S (QPSK) transponder on your target satellite (WS‑6906 does not demodulate DVB‑S2). (manualzz.com)
3. Align for maximum Quality, then reconnect the installation to the Unicable output.

Option B — Loop‑through using a Unicable‑capable device (when no legacy port exists)

1. Insert a wideband (5–2400 MHz) splitter at the dish feed or outlet. Feed the Unicable LNB/multiswitch into the splitter input.
2. Connect one splitter output to a Unicable‑capable receiver or meter that can send EN50494/EN50607 commands (assign it a free UB).
3. Connect the other splitter output to the WS‑6906 for level/quality display while moving the dish.
4. Very important: prevent DC power contention. If the WS‑6906 cannot disable LNB power, use an external DC‑block on the WS‑6906 leg so only the Unicable‑capable device powers/controls the LNB.
5. Align for peak quality on a known active transponder selected on the controlling device.

Option C — Use the right tool for SATCR work

• If you need to configure, test UBs, or troubleshoot Unicable, use a meter with Unicable/SCR support (menu items for UB and Center Frequency). Examples: Satlink WS‑6933, WS‑6980, Satlink ST‑5150. (manualslib.com)

Possible disclaimers or additional notes

• Clones/firmware variants of the WS‑6906 exist; none of the official or widely circulated manuals show Unicable support. Treat any “hidden Unicable” claims with skepticism. (manualzz.com)
• Some multiswitches auto‑detect legacy vs Unicable per port; behavior can change if an EN50494/50607 command is seen. Know your hardware’s mode before testing. (manuals.plus)

Suggestions for further research

• Provide the exact LNB or multiswitch model; with that we can list the correct UB frequencies and a clean UB plan for your site.
• If you plan to upgrade meters, compare models based on explicit EN50494/EN50607 support and the ability to test multiple UBs quickly. Start with the manuals/specs for WS‑6933, WS‑6980, or ST‑5150. (manualslib.com)

Brief summary

• The WS‑6906 cannot be set up for SATCR/Unicable; it lacks EN50494/EN50607 support. Use a legacy output to align, or loop the line through a Unicable‑capable device while the WS‑6906 reads levels. For proper SATCR commissioning and troubleshooting, use a meter that explicitly supports Unicable (e.g., WS‑6933/WS‑6980/ST‑5150). (manualzz.com)

If you share the LNB/multiswitch model and which satellite you’re targeting, I can outline the exact UB plan and a step‑by‑step alignment procedure for your installation.

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