High Definition TV

HD or High Definition is the latest TV picture enhancement giving up to 5 times as much picture information as standard TV.


To receive HD you must have either a receiver or decoder box and an ‘HD ready’ screen.


Free-to-air receivers pick up satellite transmissions so you will need a satellite dish.


The BBC and ITV are transmitting in HD and other channels will show various programmes in HD.


The decoders for free channels start from £220 including standard installation.


If you wish to subscribe to HD channels take a look at Sky+HD

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