Freeview

[Plocket]

We are thinking of signing up for Freeview and wondered whether we would have to get a new aerial - the one we have at the moment is ancient! If we would need a new aerial, has anyone any idea how much this might cost us?

Thank you in advance!

[fat rascal]

we just plugged into the telly and we were away... did check out though if we could receive most of the staions first though, sorry plocket i can't remember the wec site we checked that on...

good luck

[sheffwed39]

if its so old it may be a good idea to get a new one .a good one can be fitted for as little as 50 quid.

[vehelpfulguy]

You do not need to sign up for Freeview.

You just buy a Freeview box, plug it in, tune it to the various channels, and just watch.

Why not buy a Freeview box and THEN see if you need a new aerial.

[FrancisB]

In reply:

If your TV aerial is 'ancient' as you say, you don't necessarily have to buy a new one.

Instead, look in the Argos catalogue for TV aerials that are compatible with Freeview - it clearly states which ones are, and which ones aren't. So, instead of shelling out 50 odd quid for a new one, just get an aerial that you plugs directly into your TV. It helps if you get one with a booster, which costs around �10.

[Goodsoulette]

if your aerial is providing you with an ok picture now it should do just fine. 20 quid in argos at the moment. You might as well get a cheap one cause they just break anyway.

[jollyrotter]

I hear Freeview works in tons of areas now but a postcode check is recommended before you purchase a box. However, if you find some channels have a stronger signal than others (as I did) I recommend that you use good quality coaxial cable. Even if you don't have a fantastically good aerial (like me) a decent cable will help greatly ;-)