Posts Tagged aerial
How can I receive digital television?
Posted by chappus in digital switchover on September 16, 2009
In the coming years you will be required to switchover from analogue to digital television because the UK government are supporting a move for terrestrial television. This period has been dubbed the digital switchover. This will affect you in the home and all other British and UK households. To receive Freeview television you may need to invest in some new television equipment. You will need a digital terrestrial (or Freeview) set-top-box. These are available on the high street from around £20. You will also need a television capable of connecting to your set top box, but any television set bought in the past 5 years should be capable. You may also need to upgrade your aerial. A good local television installation supplier should be able to do this.
Freeview signal strength
Posted by chappus in Weak signal, advice on September 2, 2009
If you find that you receive a low Freeview signal strength through your digital aerial then there are several things that you can do to help. The first question is about your aerial. To receive the best possible Freeview television signal then your aerial must be aimed in the right direction. It may have moved for many reasons, if it is in your loft then it may have been dislodged and if the aerial is on your roof then weather may have affected.
One of the most ovbious ways you can tell if your digital aerial has moved is if your television picture is distorted and suffers from interferance. The quality may also be similar to your old analogue television before the advent of Freeview.
If you believe that your aerial has moved, the best option maybe to consult a reputable local Freeview installer for advice.
Freeview aerial choice
A big factor in your Freeview signal strength is the condition and size of your aerial.
If you live in a low signal strength area, you may need to install a new aerial in order to recieve some if not all digital Freeview channels.
If in doubt, your local television equipment retailer will be able to help.
Low digital signal strength
Posted by chappus in Weak signal on August 19, 2009
If you live in a low Freeview signal strength area, you might benefit from a larger specially designed digital aerial. Such problems are common in remote regions and locations below sea level.