Already a major manufacturer of set top boxes in the days of the analogue service, Pace were the first official manufacturers of Sky Digiboxes, with many Pace BSkyB 2200 units being manufactured well before the service's October 1998 launch. Pace's last box for Sky was the HD TDS850NB.
Manufacturer ID: 9F
Version Number: 9F01XX
CPU Type: ST20-TP2
RAM: 4 MB
This is where it all started for Sky Digital hardware. These boxes were the earliest to be installed, and were often used on installations close to the launch of the service. Generally reliable, but known for tuner and PSU issues.
Version Number: 9F02XX
CPU Type: ST20-TP3
RAM: 4 MB
This is a second revision of the Pace BSkyB 2200, with a slightly improved CPU. Other than that, extremely similar to the TP2 revision.
Version Number: 9F05XX
CPU Type: STI5512
This was the first STI5512-based box from Pace, which bought significant performance improvements. These boxes are generally reliable and are small and compact.
Version Number: 9F09XX
CPU Type: STI5512
Only built for a year and offered as a Multiroom box, the 1000 is considered one of the most sought after Sky Digiboxes of all time. This is because it has a 12v power supply connection, something that no other Digibox utilised. These boxes also had a severe yellowing issue on their casing,
Version Number: 9F0AXX
CPU Type: STI5517
One of the best Sky Digiboxes available, with no major issues, strong tuners and extremely fast performance, all packed within a small and compact size. These boxes make fantastic FTA units to this day.
Version Number: 9F0CXX
CPU Type: Conexant CX24155
This special DS445NB was given out as part of a special Sky Multiroom promotion, with a special glossy finish and matching remote control. Being a final generation 'flow' style Digibox, it is highly reliable and very fast.
Version Number: 9F20XX
CPU Type: NEC EMMA
RAM: 32 MB
HDD: 40GB Maxtor IDE
The first Sky+ PVR available, commonly known as a PVR1. Despite its large size, it is a quiet and fast box to use.
Version Number: 9F21XX
CPU Type: STI5514
RAM: 32 MB
HDD: 40GB Maxtor or Seagate IDE
The PVR2 line brought significant improvements to the design of the Sky+ box. The 3100 is also a fast, reliable box with no major known issues.
Version Number: 9F2105
CPU Type: STI5514
RAM: 32 MB
HDD: 40GB Maxtor or Seagate IDE
These Sky+ boxes were available at Selfridges locations around the UK for a very short time in 2004. This design is thought to be the 'Flower Print' by Cath Kidston, but information is sparse on these units.
Version Number: 9F22XX
CPU Type: STI5514
RAM: 40MB
HDD: 160GB Seagate IDE
PERSONAL SPACE: 80GB
The TDS470N is commonly thought to be the best PVR3 box available, with quiet and fast operation. This is one of the first boxes to support the Anytime TV service.
Version Number: 9F22XX
CPU Type: STI5514
RAM: 40MB
HDD: 160GB Seagate IDE
PERSONAL SPACE: 80GB
These boxes were also available for a short time, with editions for Chelsea FC, Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool.
Version Number: 9F23XX
CPU Type: STI5514
RAM: 32 MB
HDD: 160GB Seagate IDE
These were refurb Sky+ boxes, all of which were former standard PVR2 Pace 3100 boxes. The unique feature is that these are only one of two boxes with a factory -fit 160GB drive with all of the space available to the user.
Version Number: 9F30XX
CPU Type: Broadcom BCM7401
RAM: 512 MB
HDD: 300 or 320GB Seagate SATA HDD
PERSONAL SPACE: 160GB
Pace's only HD unit, generally reliable, however, early units were recalled due to manufacturing issues involving the PSU system.