BBC & ITV Freesat - Free Digital TV For Everyone

The BBC's service, which was launched in May, will provide a "guaranteed non-subscription" digital satellite service.

The boxes will provide a HDTV satellite version of the popular Freeview service, with a number of BBC and ITV channels in high definition plus all the existing services that the current Freesat service provides.

The BBC and ITV Freesat service will also provide an alternate (but compatible) electronic programme guide (EPG), and will provide interactive services.

Currently both Channel 4 and five have agreements with Sky which require their channels (with the exception of Film4) to require the use of a "Freesat From Sky" card. This means that you currently need to purchase a card from Sky Subscriber Services Ltd for £20 to watch Channel 4, five, Five US, Five Life and Sky Three.

Mark Thompson (BBC Director-General) said "The BBC's objective in launching Freesat is to support Digital Switchover by providing another way for licence payers to receive digital television channels and radio services, subscription free from the BBC and ITV.

"Its primary purpose is to drive digital take-up in analogue homes, particularly in those areas which are out of digital terrestrial coverage. Freesat also offers a trusted free-to-view digital upgrade path that gives licence payers all the benefits of digital television (notably high definition capability) guaranteed free of subscription."

Pause, Rewind & Record Your Favourite TV Shows!

It has also been announced that soon, you will be able to purchase a new BBC & ITV Freesat receiver which will have full recording facilities, including the ability to record, rewind and pause live TV as you watch it, so you will never miss a thing again!

No Monthly Charges, No Minimum Contract, One Payment!

Hetra Media Ltd can supply and fit a Freesat Digital satellite system to suit your requirements, whether you wish to receive standard definition viewing, or would like to receive the new HD channel line up, Remember, Freesat has no monthly charges, subscription or minimum contract. You only pay for the equipment and installation.