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New to Freeview? Here are the basics...
This page is aimed at people looking to
switch over to Freeview, and provides a basic guide on how to get and start
watching Freeview. As long as you're in a good reception area, you should be able to view over 40 TV channels and around 20 radio channels.
How to get
Freeview:
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| Step 1 - Check coverage |
Freeview is transmitted over the air in a similar way to the standard five TV channels, but uses newer technology to offer more channels. You receive the signals via a TV aerial that's pointing at a TV transmitter.
To get Freeview, you have to be in a coverage area. As of 2009, over 75% of the UK can get Freeview. To check if you can, enter your postcode at www.digitaluk.co.uk/postcodechecker.
| Step 2 - Get a Set-top box |
If you are in a coverage area, you'll need to get a Freeview box (or a TV with Freeview built in). Boxes are the cheaper option. These collect to your existing TV set or video recorder, and you'll need to plug your normal TV aerial.
Boxes can be purchased for a one-off fee, starting from around £20 for a basic
box. They can be bought from high-street stores such as Comet and Currys,
but shopping online for a set-top box is often the best route, as there are some
good bargains to be had. Try Dixons
and Comet .
Here are a few things to consider when buying a Freeview box:
 | Price:
Prices start from around £20 - no subscription, installation or ongoing
costs (apart from the standard UK TV licence).| Connectivity:
Almost all boxes have a single SCART socket as standard, for connection
either to a TV or video. You may want to consider improving your connection
options by getting a box with two SCART sockets that allows connection to
both a TV and video recorder. |  A SCART plug Features:
All boxes allow you to access the standard Freeview TV and radio channels.
Most boxes also support interactive services (digital teletext, 'the red
button') and subtitles. More advanced boxes have extra features such as
electronic programme guides (EPG)
and programme timers. Top-of-the-range boxes come with built-in hard-disk
recorders. | Consider what features you're looking for. |
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Send mail to info@completedigiview.co.uk with
questions or comments about this web site.
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Freeview
is a Digital TV service that allows you to watch over 40 extra channels via your
TV aerial. You don't need a satellite dish, and there's no subscription charge -
all you need is a Freeview set-top box, or a TV that has a built-in Freeview
receiver.
