Digital World - your complete guide to digital television
The Digital Switchover is now underway, with analogue TV signals being switched off
gradually region by region between now and 2012.
As a result, every TV set and video recorder in your house will need to cope
with digital signals. So, if you are thinking about buying a
new TV or video
recorder today, you need to think about your digital choices to future proof
yourself for the switchover.
This guide gives you everything you need to know about the different Digital
TV options available. We'll tell you about the different ways
to receive
and record Digital TV and even show you how to convert all the TVs in your
house to digital.
When do I switch?
| Region | Switchover date | |
| Meridian | Starts from 8th February 2012 | Click here for more details |
| Central | Starts from 30th March 2011 | Click here for more details |
| London | Starts from 4th April 2012 | Click here for more details |
| STV Central | Starts from 11th May 2011 | Click here for more details |
| Yorkshire | Starts from 3rd August 2011 | Click here for more details |
| Tyne Tees | Starts from 12th September 2012 | Click here for more details |
What is digital television?
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More channels
Lots of new free channels as well as others you can pay for. Different digital options offer different channel choices. -
True widescreen
Many Digital TV programmes are broadcast in 'true' widescreen. -
Easier to find out what's on
Digital viewers use an electronic programme guide to choose what to watch and record. -
Interactive TV
Some programmes have an interactive element. For example, during Wimbledon fortnight, the BBC offers all digital viewers a choice of which match to watch. -
Digital radio
You can listen to dozens of digital radio stations (also called DAB radio stations) through your TV. -
Better sound quality
Digital broadcasting means purer sound, often as good as CD quality.
View our digital range
How do I get digital TV?
There are a number of different ways to receive Digital TV signals. Click the links below to find out more:
Aerial
Satellite
Switchover News
When is the next switchover?
8th February 2012 - Meridian
In 2012, more regions will be making the switch to Digital, including London and Meridian.
To find out whether you are affected by any of these switchovers you can use Digital UK's postcode checker
Switchover schedule
Explore the map to see when the switchover comes to your region.
FAQs
The switchover can be daunting but we are here to help make your switch as easy as possible - it's not as complicated as it first appears!
