TV aerials

[SKA]

We need to get a new one on the roof but we use a freeview box and was wondering with the digital switch coming, will a normal one do. Were going to call someone to do it but don't want to put the wrong one up and then have to change it again. Any help?

[Postdog]

Not technical at all, but I am watching Freeview using a loft aerial that has been there for over 40 years, and my reception is brill. I should imagine tho, given it's going to happen, that any aerial you get now WILL be compatible.

[zinnie]

Hi 'SKA ..a normal analogue aerial will receive Digital channels (freeview) ....but a lot depends on the signal strength in the area where you live ....if it's a strong signal you will be OK ....if not it will mean a new ..high gain ....aerial.. The best thing is to try and see what reception you get. The other thing which effects it is that most digital transmitters are not yet working at full power, so although you do not get a strong signal now , at 'digital switchover' you might. If you are definately going to get a new aerial get a proper 'high gain' aerial...if you get an aerial company in to do it that is what they will advise....but it isn't cheap!!

[pug100]

Most sold these days are suitable for digital use. Maplin and Argos do quite a few. Which one you need will depend on where you live. Have a look around at your neighbours' aerials and see what they are using as a guide.
BBC reception advice is a good source of information , shows you your nearest transmitter and which group aerial you need( or get a wideband one) as is the Radio and Telly website.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/reception/index.shtml

http://www.radioandtelly.co.uk/reception.html

http://www.maplin.co.uk/search.aspx?MenuNo=117 37&MenuName=Outdoor+TV+Aerials&worldid=-9&From Menu=y&doy=5m2

http://www.argos.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servl et/Search?storeId=10001&catalogId=1500001001&l angId=-1&searchTerms=tv+aerial

[ACtheTROLL]

I suppose at this late date .... a digi aerial makes sence....

if you need one - you may as well get a propper one!

[frostyspecs]

I bought mine only 5 weeks back from Maplin �29.00 for Freeview. Works brillent get every station 85 I think. It workd even laying down on the forecourt but it is now on A pole just 24" above gutter (bungalow)

[SKA]

Thnaks for your replies I think I will just call up the aerial guys and they can sort it out, the signal should be good in my area!