BBC Freesat

The UK TV viewing market has gone wild in recent months, with the launch of the new service from the BBC & ITV, commonly referred to as BBC Freesat. The aim for the product and service, is to provide superb digital viewing for many households across the UK, for FREE. Furthermore, as the service is provided via a mini satellite dish (alike Sky Digital), the service can reach many more customers in the UK, as opposed to the Freeview service which currently serves approximately only 75% of the country.

BBC Freesat currently provides 80 digital channels which does include some radio and music channels, and it has been announced, that by 2009, upto 200 digital channels will be available through the service, again, all with no monthly subscription.

BBC Freesat also boasts a number of channels in High Definition, which provides much greater detail and picture quality, with more vibrant colours, again with no monthly subscriptions! In order to watch the channels available in HD, you will need a compatible HD BBC Freesat receiver, and a HD compatible television.

The BBC Freesat system is a great alternative to the Sky Freesat system, as although there is currently less channels available, the Sky Freesat does not provide any form or HD viewing. Furthermore, BBC Freesat are due to launch a new satellite receiver which will incorporate both the HD technology, and complete with full recording facilities, allowing you to record your favourite programmes direct to your receiver, without the needs for any VHS/DVD equipment! This again, will combat the current Sky+ system on offer from Sky.

Aerials & Satellites are nationwide digital aerial and satellite specialist, helping the UK switch onto digital. For further information on the channels available, systems available including current and future technologies, do not hesitate to contact us on 0800 0224420 for free advice.