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Aerials, Freeview, DAB & More

In this section we try and answer some of the questions we most frequently come across. If you have a question that is not answered in this section please contact us directly and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

What’s going to happen after the “digital switchover”?

After the "digital switchover" the only way to watch television through an aerial will be with an Integrated Digital Switchover (iDTV, basically a TV with a built-in digital Freeview tuner)...

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How long should I expect an aerial installation to last?

The lifespan of an aerial installation is in direct proportion to the quality of the components used and time taken in the installation.

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What is the “digital switchover”?

The “digital switchover” is the term used for the transition between analogue and digital TV broadcast. At the moment both types of TV are being broadcast simultaneously but by 2012...

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I have bought a digital Freeview box but can’t get all the channels. Do I need a new aerial?

If you get pixelation, blocking, missing channels or EPG (electronic programme guide) information, when trying to watch digital Freeview TV then you may need a new aerial. This would involve...

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What is DAB radio?

Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) radio is a new way of receiving radio station broadcasts. It allows access to many more channels than FM or AM at a higher quality and...

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When is the “digital switchover” happening in my area?

The “digital switchover” is happening at different times throughout the country. The Central region is switching over in mid-2011 but the last region in the UK won’t switch over until...

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What do I need to be able to watch Freeview?

In our opinion to be able to watch Freeview reliably you will need two things: firstly you will need a good signal from a wideband aerial; and secondly you will...

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I live in a block of flats but don’t have access to digital TV. What can I do about it?

Many communal dwellings (such as blocks of flats, apartment blocks etc) will have an Integrated Reception System (IRS) installed so that all dwellings have access to both TV and satellite...

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