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Freesat is a digital satellite service, brought to you by the BBC and ITV.
To get freesat, there is a one-off payment for a digital box (from £50) or HD digital box (from £120). If your home does not already have a working satellite dish, installation of a new satellite dish will cost approximately £80. There is no subscription and no contract.
A freesat digital box and a fully installed satellite dish. To watch TV in HD you will need a freesat HD digital box connected to an HD Ready TV or a TV with freesat HD built in.
If you have a working satellite dish on your home you may be able to self-install your freesat equipment. If not, freesat can be installed by a freesat approved installers (who meet required industry standards). Installation, if required, can be arranged with your retailer when you buy your equipment.
If there is already a satellite dish on your home, you may be able to use it to receive freesat – check with your freesat retailer first. If your existing satellite dish is still under warranty (typically 12 months) connecting a freesat digital box to your existing equipment is likely to void your existing warranty.
More than 100 digital TV channels, including entertainment, movies, news, lifestyle and subscription-free HD from the BBC and ITV.
Yes, freesat offers a subscription-free HD service. To watch TV in HD you will need a freesat HD digital box connected to an HD Ready TV or a TV with freesat HD built in.
Non-standard installation costs extra. You must get consents required (e.g. landlords, planning permission) before arranging installation. More information available from freesat approved retailers.
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