If you decide to buy a new TV or recording equipment, look for the digital tick logo. It means the product is designed to work during and after switchover.

Some high definition (HD) TVs may not be digital-ready – look for the digital tick logo to find a digital-ready model. If you are not sure if your HD TV is digital-ready, contact the manufacturer. For information on which digital products perform best in independent consumer tests visit the Digital TV Ricability website.

Choosing equipment that meets your needs

There are many different makes and models of digital TV equipment on the market – all with various features and characteristics. So it’s important to make sure that the equipment you buy – whether it’s a TV, a digital box, recorder or remote control – will actually meet your needs and be easy to use. This is especially important if you, or someone in your household, has hearing, sight or dexterity problems.