Freeview HD and Milton Keynes – Anglia TV region Digital Switchover Help
If you live in the Anglia TV region e.g. Cambridge, Bedford, Peterborough, Milton Keynes, Luton and Northampton then you may be watching Freeview Digital TV via one of the transmitters from the Sandy Heath Group. This transmitter group is going through the analogue to digital TV switch over this year (2011) and you are going digital. You will need to re-tune your “Freeview” reception equipment (TV and or set top box / tuner) or upgrade your aerial to get quality digital TV signals and or reception.

If you are watching the Sandy Heath transmitter group using Freeview, Top Up TV or BT Vision, you will need to re-tune your digital TV or set top box on these dates after switchover to continue receiving all available services.

Re-tune dates: New re-tune date has been announced for Sandy Heath Group; 9th May 2012.

These re-tunes are required because of technical changes linked to digital TV switchovers in neighbouring areas.

- Tip for owners of Freeview PVR recorders -
Remember to note down your recording schedules because you will likely need to re-enter them after your PVR re-tune.

With Digital TV you get more FREE channels. That's right, you will benefit from more TV stations but you may need to upgrade your aerial to a digital aerial.

Popular clear digital alternatives to Analogue Cable TV in Milton Keynes are:

• "Freeview"
• "BT Vision" via a TV aerial
• "freesat"or"sky" via a satellite dish.

What type of aerial do I need to receive "Freeview"?

We recommend a wideband rooftop aerial for the best reception. We do not recommend loft aerials, as being inside means the digital signal strength is reduced. They're also more susceptible to interference from the other electrical equipment within your home.

Can I have a TV aerial on the outside of my property in Milton Keynes?

-Yes this has been allowed for a number of years now.

What alternatives are there to a TV aerial to receive Digital TV and Radio?

- A Satellite Dish with either a non subscription service such as the BBC/ITV freesat service or sky TV subscription or non subscription services.

Who should install aerial or satellite dish systems?

- We recommend you use a Confederation of Aerial Industries PLUS (CAI PLUS) and Trading Standards Approved company as this ensures that the company and it's engineers are fully insured, trustworthy, regularly inspected and vetted by the CAI and Trading Standards, so guaranteeing the quality of service to the highest industry and customer service standards.