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The switchover can be daunting but we are here to help make your switch as easy as possible - it's not as complicated as it first appears!

Over the next few years, analogue TV signals will be switched off and replaced with digital signals. It will happen gradually, region by region, between 2008 and 2012.

As a result, every TV set and video recorder in your house will need to cope with digital signals. So, if you are thinking about buying a new TV or video recorder today, you need to think about your digital choices to future proof yourself for the switchover.

Find out more about the digital switchover

This guide gives you everything you need to know about the different Digital TV options available. We'll tell you about the different ways to receive and record Digital TV and even show you how to convert all the TVs in your house to digital.

What is Digital Television?

  • More channels
    Lots of new free channels as well as others you can pay for. Different digital options offer different channel choices.
  • Better picture quality
    Digital pictures aren't affected by interference.
  • True Widescreen
    Many Digital TV programmes are broadcast in 'true' widescreen.
  • Easier to find out what's on
    Digital viewers use an electronic programme guide to choose what to watch and record.
  • Interactive TV
    Some programmes have an interactive element. For example, during Wimbledon fortnight, the BBC offers all digital viewers a choice of which match to watch.
  • Digital radio
    You can listen to dozens of digital radio stations (also called DAB radio stations) through your TV.
  • Better sound quality
    Digital broadcasting means purer sound, often as good as CD quality.

How do I get Digital Television?

There are a number of different ways to receive Digital TV signals. Click the links below to find out more:

Aerial Satellite
Over 40 free TV channels with no subscription
Top TV, fast broadband & great value calls
Pay once, watch forever
Satellite TV with just a one-off payment

Getting more out of Digital Television

Digital aerial installation - Be prepared for the Digital Swtichover with a digital aerial upgrade 
Access to all Freeview channels, and a range of programmes from pay-TV channels without committing to long-term contracts
 

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