subject: How To Prepare For The Digital Tv Switchover [print this page] The digital switchover agenda is one that has divided people straight down the middle. You either look forward to the fact that new viewing technology is being introduced into your home, or you face it with dread. If you are part of the latter camp, fear not, this article will go through some of the basics. After reading this, you should be able to face the digital future with confidence, and manage the impending switch with ease.
Viewers who want a new television now pretty much have the perfect excuse, as the switchover is a reason to buy a high definition television. Much of the digital transmission schedule that is beamed out to homes in the next few years will be in high definition. Having a set that can accommodate such a quality will be necessary soon enough. So your first option when worrying about the digital switchover is to purchase a new television. Now, out there on the market is a multitude of sets, some HD ready, some full HD. Whatever technology you go for, you should find a digital television that suits your pocket.
Those who do not want to go the whole hog and buy a brand new TV have another option, that of buying a set top box. These small digital receivers allow you to watch the digital output that will be broadcast exclusively after a switchover, and they are not entirely expensive. Many satellite providers offer great deals on these boxes, so it is worth shopping around. You can even haggle a little with your own satellite television service provider if you have been with them for a long time. You never know, you may find a bargain.
There is also the Freesat option, which means a great amount of free channels (200 plus at the last count), some of which are even in HD for free. With Freesat all you have to do is pay for the installation, there is no contract or monthly fee. Once the dish is in place on your home, then you can look forward to a host of channels for free, for good.
You could also buy a box from one of the major satellite providers, like Sky. They will offer an even greater range of channels and content, much of which is HD.
So these are your options. Many people plump for the new TV, since they have many years of secure viewing to come. However, this is not your only option.
