All posts by Chris.SE
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According to DigitalUK, this "Light" transmitter will become a "normal" transmitter broadcasting COMs 4,5 & 6 from 1st August 2018.
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alex:
I would try a factory reset /retune with the aerial unplugged and then do a retune with the aerial reconnected. This should clear the memory and hopefully get you correctly receiving all available channels from Cupar.
If you have a wideband aerial then you may receive acceptable signals from the main 3 PSB muxes at Craigkelly (aerial will probably need to be re-aligned) and currently COMs 7&8 but after September you would lose those two due to interference from other transmitters that are retuning. But as from sometime in the last quarter this year (date not confirmed) you would also get variable reception of COMs 4, 5 & 6 from Craigkelly.
It could be worth seeking advice from a reputable aerial installer who knows your location.
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Jade:
If you put your postcode either into this site or post it here, we can look at the predicted coverage and perhaps make some more constructive comment.
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michael:
The "unrelated garbage" is SPAM and only the site owner might be able to do something about blocking it or removing it.
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js:
As I have said before, I would try talking directly to Arqiva who should have the technical knowledge to address your issues. Failing that you could try and talk to BBC engineering who might be able to help or point you in the right direction.
If there is any chance that you could receive signals from another transmitter (even perhaps if only when there is a lift on - variable at present) and see if you get the same problems. If not, this does suggest that it's an issue at Winter Hill, but I really am surprised that others aren't posting here with similar issues. There is some posts on DigitalSpy which might suggest a transmitter issue.
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bruce:
Nah, don't waste your money on a box, treat yourself and the boss to a 4K UHD capable set (at least 43") - I'm assuming you've got a half decent broadband connection with unlimited usage. The Beeb have been streaming some 4K now and again, and if you want to subscribe to some of the "other services", other things are available in 4K as well ;)
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bruce:
I'm afraid I find MikeP's comments a trifle misleading.
IF you are going to consider investing in a new TV, THEN get yourself a 4K UHD set - you will then be reasonably future proof as 4K programme availability is going to increase significantly in a reasonably short period of time.
The speed of broadband connection that you need for 4K will depend on whether it is an "on-demand" service that you want to watch, or a "live transmission", or indeed material that you download to save and watch later. You can have a much slower connection for the latter.
Unlimited usage is certainly a good idea if you are going to stream much TV, however most broadband packages these days are unlimited usage. Ideally you do need at least 23Mbps for "on-demand in 4K", and typically 36Mbps for a "live transmission" at present.
You might find this BBC blog of interest -
Making Blue Planet II available in UHD & HDR on BBC iPlayer - BBC R&D
This recent article is also quite interesting -
6 key facts about BBC's 4K iPlayer World Cup broadcasts | What Hi-Fi?
I noted this remark as very useful -
"The argument that arose during the Blue Planet II trial centred around viewers' need for 23Mbps or so to stream in 4K HDR while a 4K TV could still stream better resolution, wide colour gamut and HLG high dynamic range even with a slower internet speed."
Also, for standard HD streaming around 5Mbps is adequate.
I'm sure you could find a few more articles by using your favourite search engine.
As for room size and viewing distance, the suggested distances are in fact closer for HD (and so UHD) content than bog-standard SD. Typically around 5ft - 9ft for a screen of about 43", although of course you don't have to sit that close! You'll probably find a distance of around 8-10ft a good compromise for both SD and HD.
There's quite a good Wikipedia article about viewing distances -
Optimum HDTV viewing distance - Wikipedia
If you are used to a (much) smaller screen, in my experience, the difficulty most people I've found have, is simply getting used to the large(r) screen! (as well as a suitable "surface" to put it on}. Oh, and personally I wouldn't recommend the curved screens, but that's my opinion.
Enjoy whatever you decide.
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The Channel Listing page at DigitalUK ought to be the best place to see the current list of channels and their mutliplexes -
Digital UK | Channel listings
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Tony Morrissey:
If you provide your postcode, we can see from Digital UK - Coverage checker what sort of signal you should be getting at your location.
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Thursday 21 June 2018 3:30AM
McMahon:
Further to my last, there are 3 mobile phone masts close to you and almost line of sight between you and the transmitter. If any of them have recently started transmitting in the 800Mhz band they could be causing you interference, especially if you happen to have a distribution amplifier in your system.
Have you recently received a Freeview Interference card from AT800 by any chance? Even so, if you think it could be interference - apart from your reception problem, any blocky or frozen pictures on other channels, contact AT800 on 0808-1313800.