Transmitters Explained

TV transmitters and why they matter.

• Television is received through your aerial from a transmitter.

• There are over 1,100 transmitters dotted around the country.

• From 2008-2012, the transmitters will be switching over to digital - one by one...

• Your television aerial is pointing at one of these transmitters.

• That means your switchover date depends on the transmitter you are watching.

• How many channels you receive and your signal strength will also depend on the transmitter.

• Beams from nearby transmitters often overlap, so you may have a choice of transmitter to watch.

• Changing from one transmitter to another may change the selection of channels you receive.

• You usually point to the best one for you - however you may want to check.

• If you need to change your transmitter, you'll need to contact a qualified installer and will need a new aerial.

So that's why transmitters do matter.

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