Ask our digital TV expert - Jon Ingram

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Digital TV expert Jon Ingram can answer your queries on anything, from choosing a digital TV service to dealing with your supplier. Email him on ourexpert@digitalchoices.co.uk with your questions.

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How do I get Freeview HD?

I want to get high-definition TV, and am looking for the cheapest option without any monthly costs. Can I get Freeview HD? I’ve heard it is available in some areas, but is it available in my area?
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How to watch the BBC iPlayer on a Nintendo Wii

I heard that you can watch the BBC iPlayer on a Wii, is this possible? And if so, how do I set it up so I can watch programmes?

What is Sky Anytime?

I was watching a programme the other day, and during the ad break a Sky announcement said I could watch other programmes on Sky Anytime. What is Sky Anytime and how do I get it? Is it free?
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Does BT Vision have HD channels?

I am a BT Vision customer and Freeview HD is now available in my area. Can I watch it via my BT Vision set-top box? If so, how can I upgrade my BT Vision package so that I can receive Freeview HD?
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Can I watch Virgin TV in more than one room?

Can I get more than one Virgin Media set-top box, so I can watch different channels in the different rooms? How much extra will this cost a month, and how much will the additional set-top box cost?
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How do I record programmes from BT Vision onto DVD?

I want to free up some space on my Vision+ box by recording some of my programmes on to DVDs - how do I do this? Is it possible to link my DVD recorder to my BT Vision box?

How can I improve the picture quality of Freeview?

Why can’t I watch all the channels that are available on Freeview? Some of the channels also have a very bad picture - is there anything I can do to improve my signal?

Can I get Virgin TV without a cable phone line?

I want cable TV but no cable phone service. I’m looking for the cheapest possible solution with the minimum amount of channels. Can any providers offer this?

Does BT Vision offer Asian TV channels?

If I were to switch to BT Vision, would I be able to get the Asian channels like Star, Zee TV, and NDTV?

How can I watch Sky TV on my Xbox?

I have just bought an Xbox 360. I’ve read that I can watch Sky TV through my console. How does this work and is it free?

Which set-top box is best?

I know I need a set-top box to receive digital, but which provider’s set-top box is best? What would you recommend?

How can I watch Eurosport?

I want to watch Eurosport for the women’s tennis. Which providers offer this channel and how much does it cost?

Should I choose Sky TV or Virgin Media?

Can you help me decide which provider to choose - Sky or Virgin Media?

What is BT Vision?

I'm considering BT Vision. What is it and are there any other alternatives to Sky and Virgin Media?

How do I watch 3D TV at home?

I want to watch 3D TV at home – do I need a particular TV service and will I need to buy a new television set?

Should I choose Freeview or Freesat?

I am about to buy a new TV and was advised that the best option would be to get Freeview or Freesat... How do they work, which is better and where I can get them from?

What is high-definition TV?

What is high-definition, and should I get it? I currently have Freeview - is this high-definition?

Should I choose BT Vision or Sky?

I’m considering signing-up to a subscription TV service, but can’t decide between BT Vision or Sky. Which should I choose?

What is Sky+?

What is a Sky+ box and do I need one? More importantly, how much will it cost and where would I get one?

How do I retune my Freeview?

I’m trying to retune my Freeview box, but it’s going wrong. Can you help?

Which digital TV service should I choose?

My local council has told me that I will need to ‘switch to digital’ before the end of next month, as the analogue signal is being turned off. I’m not sure which digital TV options are available to me, and which I should choose?
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What is digital TV?

My son has told me that I’ll need to get digital TV soon, as the signal is going to be switched off. What does this mean? What is digital TV and will I need to buy a new television set?

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