To check if your OpenView HD service is active, simply connect your decoder to your TV and ensure it's properly installed. Once you power it on, navigate through the menu to check the signal strength and subscription status. If you see channels and there's a good signal, your service is active! For a fantastic viewing experience, consider products like the OpenView HD KSTB2184 Satellite Decoder priced at R699.99, which is a great option for reliable HD viewing, or the DStv 9S HD Installed with a 3-month free subscription for R899, offering a variety of channels and content.