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Sandy Heath transmitter - SANDY HEATH transmitter - Over the next week Sandy Heath main transmitter: TV... (see all engineering)
Sutton Coldfield transmitter - SUTTON COLDFIELD transmitter - Over the next week Sutton Coldfield main trans... (see all engineering)
Emley Moor transmitter - EMLEY MOOR transmitter - ey Moor Transmitter Works: Digital UK has been infor... (see all engineering)
Belmont transmitter - BELMONT transmitter - Over the next week Belmont main transmitter: TV (analog... (see all engineering)
Bilsdale transmitter - BILSDALE transmitter - Over the next week Bilsdale main transmitter: TV (anal... (see all engineering)
Black Hill transmitter - BLACK HILL transmitter - Over the next week Black Hill main transmitter: TV (... (see all engineering)
Divis transmitter - DIVIS transmitter - Over the next week Divis main transmitter: TV (analogue) ... (see all engineering)
Oxford transmitter - OXFORD transmitter - ord Transmitter Works: Due to a fire on the 13 May 2010,... (see all engineering)
Pontop Pike transmitter - PONTOP PIKE transmitter - Over the next week Pontop Pike main transmitter: TV... (see all engineering)
Rowridge transmitter - ROWRIDGE transmitter - Over the next week Rowridge main transmitter: TV (anal... (see all engineering)
Winter Hill transmitter - WINTER HILL transmitter - Over the next week Winter Hill main transmitter: TV... (see all engineering)
Hannington transmitter - HANNINGTON transmitter - Over the next week Hannington main transmitter: TV (... (see all engineering)
Chatton transmitter - CHATTON transmitter - Over the next week Chatton main transmitter: TV (analog... (see all engineering)
Heathfield transmitter - HEATHFIELD transmitter - Over the next week Heathfield main transmitter: TV (... (see all engineering)
Limavady transmitter - LIMAVADY transmitter - Over the next week Limavady main transmitter: TV (anal... (see all engineering)
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Keighley transmitter - KEIGHLEY transmitter - Over the next week Keighley main transmitter: TV (anal... (see all engineering)
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Stanton Moor transmitter - STANTON MOOR transmitter - Over the next week Stanton Moor relay: TV (analogu... (see all engineering)
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Tomich transmitter - TOMICH transmitter - Over the next week Tomich relay: TV (analogue) Service S... (see all engineering)
Kimpton transmitter - KIMPTON transmitter - Over the next week Kimpton relay: TV (analogue) Service... (see all engineering)
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If you have a Digifusion, Inverto, Thomson or Sony box, you may no longer have a Freeview EPG.
A new, evenings only, service starts on channel number 89 from 1st July 2010.
The BBC Trust has decided what it is to do with the free Freeview HD slot caused by FIVE HD not wanting it.
From the "Statements of Programme Policy for 2010/2011" comes a list of upcoming promises.
The all-singing all-dancing "share this" system has been removed and replaced with Open Graph and Facebook "Like".
Oxford transmitter fire
Oxford transmitter was not broadcasting TV on Thursday 13th May due to a serious fire at the top of the mast.
Oxford transmitter was not broadcasting TV on Thursday 13th May due to a serious fire at the top of the mast.
Where are the public service (Freeview Light) transmitters?
Whilst 8.5% of the population of the UK will have only the public services after switchover, this ranges from 6% in England to 34% in Wales.
Whilst 8.5% of the population of the UK will have only the public services after switchover, this ranges from 6% in England to 34% in Wales.
Wenvoe and Mendip - final switchover
Wales no longer has analogue transmissions, and the West of England follows next week.
Wales no longer has analogue transmissions, and the West of England follows next week.
Digital radio section
A section on DAB digital radio (with transmitter maps) will be starting in a few weeks. Please discuss here any issues that you would like the new section to discuss.
A section on DAB digital radio (with transmitter maps) will be starting in a few weeks. Please discuss here any issues that you would like the new section to discuss.
Freesat celebrates one million sales
30% of all set-top boxes sold in the UK are from Freesat, with 40% using the service to add boxes to a Sky subscription.
30% of all set-top boxes sold in the UK are from Freesat, with 40% using the service to add boxes to a Sky subscription.
But FIVE HD will be on Sky's subscription service
Yes, public service channel FIVE can't manage to afford to broadcast from Freeview HD, but can manage a subscription channel for BSkyB.
Yes, public service channel FIVE can't manage to afford to broadcast from Freeview HD, but can manage a subscription channel for BSkyB.
No FIVE on Freeview HD, BBC to provide BBC HD 2
FIVE, after making a huge loss last year, has lost the reserved slot it had on Freeview HD, at least until 2012.
FIVE, after making a huge loss last year, has lost the reserved slot it had on Freeview HD, at least until 2012.
BBC to close 6Music and Asian Network
DigitalRadioTech will be happy, closing two stations will mean free bits
DigitalRadioTech will be happy, closing two stations will mean free bits
The new Freeview prediction system - includes Freeview HD
Now with any date choice, FIVE different views, faster interactivity, aerial group filtering and better layout.
Now with any date choice, FIVE different views, faster interactivity, aerial group filtering and better layout.
Seesaw - iPlayer's backcatalogue with adverts plus 4OD and Demand Five
Seesaw is an online video player that will have access to all the back catalogues for the BBC, Channel 4 and Five, as easy to use as the BBC iPlayer. The service is free to use in the UK and paid for by video advertising.
Seesaw is an online video player that will have access to all the back catalogues for the BBC, Channel 4 and Five, as easy to use as the BBC iPlayer. The service is free to use in the UK and paid for by video advertising.
Two new Freeview channels - almost everywhere
A nice match between the BBC and Arqiva will provide two full time Freeview channels.
A nice match between the BBC and Arqiva will provide two full time Freeview channels.
30 September Freeview Retune - list of manuals
Here is a list of all the manuals you can download to help with the retune.
Here is a list of all the manuals you can download to help with the retune.
Welcome to the UK Free TV Rigger's Zone
This section is dedicated to those who install dishes and aerials on your roof, cable your home - and climb transmitter masts. Please suggest any new topics here!
This section is dedicated to those who install dishes and aerials on your roof, cable your home - and climb transmitter masts. Please suggest any new topics here!
Watch all the catchup TV in one place
TEEV.co.uk aims to provide the iPlayer, ITV Player, 4OD and Demand FIVE content in one place.
TEEV.co.uk aims to provide the iPlayer, ITV Player, 4OD and Demand FIVE content in one place.
Aerial groups - new feature
There has been a lot of debate about aerial "groups" over the last few years...
There has been a lot of debate about aerial "groups" over the last few years...
The last BBC Re-Broadcast Standby test?
Annually the BBC tests analogue transmitters will still reach all of the UK, even if there a national power failure.
Annually the BBC tests analogue transmitters will still reach all of the UK, even if there a national power failure.
Humax Freesat+ official release information
From mid-November 2008, the FOXSAT-HDR Freesat+ records BBC HD channel and ITV HD red button service...
From mid-November 2008, the FOXSAT-HDR Freesat+ records BBC HD channel and ITV HD red button service...
ITV3 classics now viewable on-line
Upstairs, Downstairs, Poirot and On the Buses can now be seen up to 30 days after they've aired on ITV3
Upstairs, Downstairs, Poirot and On the Buses can now be seen up to 30 days after they've aired on ITV3
Problems with Sagem and TUTV Thompson PVRs
TUTV Thompson and Sagem PVR66160T UK, PVR6680T UK, PVR6240T UK (Argos), PVR6280T UK, PVR62160T UK boxes effected.
TUTV Thompson and Sagem PVR66160T UK, PVR6680T UK, PVR6240T UK (Argos), PVR6280T UK, PVR62160T UK boxes effected.
Digital Dividend Sale: possible services
Will it be more DTT, mobile digital TV, WiMax broadband or more 3G mobile phone bandwidth?
Will it be more DTT, mobile digital TV, WiMax broadband or more 3G mobile phone bandwidth?
Zattoo - Freeview online
This legal service allows you to watch most Freeview channels online, right now.
This legal service allows you to watch most Freeview channels online, right now.
Freesat Launch: brilliant for everyone
Channel 4 is totally free to air, five coming soon, Michael Grade and Mark Thompson launch Freesat. ITV HD will be exclusive to Freesat (not on Sky HD).
Channel 4 is totally free to air, five coming soon, Michael Grade and Mark Thompson launch Freesat. ITV HD will be exclusive to Freesat (not on Sky HD).
BBC News 24 and BBC World to have new names
From next monday, the BBC News channels will become 'BBC News' and 'BBC World News'.
From next monday, the BBC News channels will become 'BBC News' and 'BBC World News'.
LiveStation - new exciting beta version
LiveStation, which offers a live TV experience, has a new version of their software with more channels.
LiveStation, which offers a live TV experience, has a new version of their software with more channels.
The "secret" Ofcom plan for Freeview HDTV: DVB-T2
Ofcom has a plan for bringing HDTV to 98.5% of the UK: Reduce, Reorganising and T2
Ofcom has a plan for bringing HDTV to 98.5% of the UK: Reduce, Reorganising and T2
Sky Freesat - half price
Sky are now offering their Freesat package for only £79 via Dixons - see Freesat at Dixons - for six months you get Sky's Variety and Knowledge mixes as well.
Sky are now offering their Freesat package for only £79 via Dixons - see Freesat at Dixons - for six months you get Sky's Variety and Knowledge mixes as well.
Notes on power increase values
What is the relationship between increasing the power at the transmitter to the increased signal level you would expect at the receiving aerial in dB's?
What is the relationship between increasing the power at the transmitter to the increased signal level you would expect at the receiving aerial in dB's?
When Sky Sports News HD launches, the Freeview channel will close.
New look for the daily reading list.
An improved layout will help you keep track of the development of Freeview, Freesat, fSfS, High Definition and online Free TV.
An improved layout will help you keep track of the development of Freeview, Freesat, fSfS, High Definition and online Free TV.
Main TV transmitting antenna at Beckley mast is damaged beyond repair
How much is it going to cost to get High Definition TV?
It can cost as little as 68 pounds, and as much as 336 pounds to get free HD TV.
It can cost as little as 68 pounds, and as much as 336 pounds to get free HD TV.
West Yorkshire to get reduced Freeview service for two months
From 14 April 2010 the Emley Moor mast will be on the reserve antenna, causing Freeview reception issues.
From 14 April 2010 the Emley Moor mast will be on the reserve antenna, causing Freeview reception issues.
Digital Region Overlap
If you can get a Freeview signal to your box or TV from more than one transmitter, you will get extra channels.
If you can get a Freeview signal to your box or TV from more than one transmitter, you will get extra channels.
List of digital switchover exceptions
Almost all transmitters follow the same plan at switchover, however there are some exceptions to these rules.
Almost all transmitters follow the same plan at switchover, however there are some exceptions to these rules.
New transmitter overlay maps - coming soon
I have been updating things (as you may know) to have better mapping on UK Free TV, and this brings new look transmitter coverage maps.
I have been updating things (as you may know) to have better mapping on UK Free TV, and this brings new look transmitter coverage maps.
get_iplayer to return
I was about to write an article about get_iplayer when the developer withdrew from the project. However, it is due to return!
I was about to write an article about get_iplayer when the developer withdrew from the project. However, it is due to return!
New BBC Strategy - full coverage of High Definition
A comprehensive guide to how high definition fits with the new BBC Strategy consultation.
A comprehensive guide to how high definition fits with the new BBC Strategy consultation.
What does "Full HD Ready" actually mean?
Please don't confuse Freeview HD for "Full HD Ready", these are not the same.
Please don't confuse Freeview HD for "Full HD Ready", these are not the same.
Two new national Freeview slots permitted
The BBC and Arqiva have approval for the creation of two new Freeview channels
The BBC and Arqiva have approval for the creation of two new Freeview channels
BBC iPlayer on Freesat - starts soon
The BBC and ITV will provide on demand TV to all Freesat boxes, starting soon.
The BBC and ITV will provide on demand TV to all Freesat boxes, starting soon.
Freeview HD - final dates
2010 is the year for Freeview HD for many people. But not all. The full list is here.
2010 is the year for Freeview HD for many people. But not all. The full list is here.
Freeview retune - poor public service transmitters deal
5.1 million people are about to feel they are not getting a choice from Freeview. Two time-shifts and four HD simulcasts and just one news provider when you have limited channels is a poor deal.
5.1 million people are about to feel they are not getting a choice from Freeview. Two time-shifts and four HD simulcasts and just one news provider when you have limited channels is a poor deal.
All Freeview equipment must be retuned at midday on 30 September 2009
No matter where you are, if you use Freeview from a box, have a Freeview TV or use a Freeview+ recorder you MUST retune on this day.
No matter where you are, if you use Freeview from a box, have a Freeview TV or use a Freeview+ recorder you MUST retune on this day.
Freesat from Sky cards need updating
Sky are changing their viewing cards again, and this means that you need to get a new card
Sky are changing their viewing cards again, and this means that you need to get a new card
Broadcaster complaints details
The websites, phone numbers, email and addresses for the free-to-air broadcasters in the UK
The websites, phone numbers, email and addresses for the free-to-air broadcasters in the UK
How much does, at DSO, an aerial or satellite dish installation cost?
Given the Digital Switch Over (DSO), and the recession. Many retired people are apprehensive of being tied into Sky packages particularly those on fixed incomes, many are not aware of other options in spite of Digital UK efforts...
Given the Digital Switch Over (DSO), and the recession. Many retired people are apprehensive of being tied into Sky packages particularly those on fixed incomes, many are not aware of other options in spite of Digital UK efforts...
Digital upgrading a TV mast
What is required to convert a high powered analogue station to a full digital service?
What is required to convert a high powered analogue station to a full digital service?
Digital
Dividend - changes to the 800MHz band
Ofcom have proposed C61, C62 (and C69) will be removed from Freeview and be moved to C39, C40 and C38.
Ofcom have proposed C61, C62 (and C69) will be removed from Freeview and be moved to C39, C40 and C38.
BBC One and BBC TWO online from November 27th
The UK's most popular TV channel will be online from next week.
The UK's most popular TV channel will be online from next week.
TVs and boxes that do not support the 8k-mode
Here is the list from Digital UK of boxes and sets that will not receive Freeview after switchover is complete
Here is the list from Digital UK of boxes and sets that will not receive Freeview after switchover is complete
The Television Licence Fee's history
It is interesting to see the amount that the TV Licence has cost over time.
It is interesting to see the amount that the TV Licence has cost over time.
BBC FOUR, CBBC and CBeebies live online
A year-long trial adds live streaming of BBC channels from 16 September
A year-long trial adds live streaming of BBC channels from 16 September
18 new channels on Freesat starting Thursday
Another set of channels are about to join the Freesat line up.
Another set of channels are about to join the Freesat line up.
Local digital TV or a 7th multiplex coming soon?
There could be local TV on Freeview, or a seventh multiplex from as soon as 2009.
There could be local TV on Freeview, or a seventh multiplex from as soon as 2009.
Free Sky box for pensioners
The Digital Switchover Help Scheme will be handing BBC money to Sky for 75+ year olds, disabilities and blind households.
The Digital Switchover Help Scheme will be handing BBC money to Sky for 75+ year olds, disabilities and blind households.
Humax FOXSAT-HD freesat HD
With HDMI, HDTV, DVB-S2, and Dolby Digital this is quite an impressive satellite receiver.
With HDMI, HDTV, DVB-S2, and Dolby Digital this is quite an impressive satellite receiver.
BBC iPlayer - now MP4 for iPhone
It has emerged that you can now download the shows on the BBC iPlayer using the MP4 format, which is used by devices such as the Apple iPhone, iPod Touch and systems such as the Eee PC.
It has emerged that you can now download the shows on the BBC iPlayer using the MP4 format, which is used by devices such as the Apple iPhone, iPod Touch and systems such as the Eee PC.
BBC three - now Flash online (beta)
BBC three can now be watched online between 7pm-4am using a Flash-player. Mac and PC welcome!
BBC three can now be watched online between 7pm-4am using a Flash-player. Mac and PC welcome!
It's Dave - not Bright Ideas and evening History
From Monday 15th October, UKTV will change the Freeview line-up with a new all-day cult comedy, quiz and entertainment channel called Dave.
From Monday 15th October, UKTV will change the Freeview line-up with a new all-day cult comedy, quiz and entertainment channel called Dave.
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