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SKY High Definition (SKY HD)
Here are some answers to common questions regarding SKY HD (SKY High Definition):
- What is SKY HD?
- How much will it cost?
- Will I automatically receive SKY HD Movies & Sports?
- Can I record onto an HD box?
- How do I build my viewing package?
- Can I watch SKY on more than one TV?
- Why choose GP Aerials to install your SKY?
- Can I receive channels in other languages?
What is SKY HD?
The long awaited SKY HD Box is now available and although we are not in the first phase to be issued with the receivers, we are co-ordinating with Severn Oaks Hi-Fi to carry out installations for their customers. We will be installing in our own right when phase two is rolled out; which we are told could be as soon as August 2006, so watch this space!
How much will it cost?
The SKY HD Box retails for £299.00 (including VAT), this does not include installation. An additional charge of £10.00 per month will be added to your current monthly subscription to receive HD programmes. The box must be connected to a working phone line.
Will I automatically receive SKY HD Movies & Sports?
HD Movies or sports are only available to those who subscribe to the relevant SKY Premium Channel.
Can I record onto a HD Box?
YES – It is basically the same as a SKY+ Box, although there are additional features.
How do I build my viewing package?
- There are six blocks of channels in the Entertainment Pack, you can choose a Mix of 2, 4 or 6 blocks.
- If you love sports or movies you can add 1, 2, 3 or all 4 of the SKY Premium Channels.
- You also get Non-subscription channels which include BBCone, BBCtwo, BBCthree, BBCfour, BBC Parliament, BBC News 24, ITV1,ITV2, ITV3, ITV4, Channel 4, Channel 5, CBBC, CBEEBIES, S4C, S4C2 and CNN.
NB: You currently need the viewing card to receive Channel Four & Five. The BBC channels are available as part of your licence fee.
Can I watch Sky on more than one TV?
YES- you can watch SKY programmes on more than one TV in your house by having a cable wired from your SKY box directly to one other TV OR a SKY link can be installed to send SKY to all the TV’s in your house. It is also possible to install “magic eyes” which allow you to control the SKY box from other rooms in the house.
However, you are restricted to everyone in the house watching the same programme if you only have one SKY box. SKY Multiroom allows you more flexibility.
Why choose GP AERIALS to install your SKY?
We are a local company with a long established reputation for quality bespoke installations and professional service.
We are a SKY approved local retailer. This means we can offer our customers many of the special SKY promotions aswell as knowledge, flexibility, experience and quality.
There is no need for you to call SKY. We can process all the necessary paperwork, order your SKY card and liaise with SKY on your behalf if you have any queries or difficulties.
If your home is a LISTED BUILDING or in a CONSERVATION AREA we can survey the property and advise on a discreet location for the satellite dish. This may involve installing the dish on an out building or in the garden or even spraying the dish to blend in with the brickwork. If you need to submit drawings to obtain planning permission we could prepare these for you.
All our work is carried out by our qualified engineers and is fully guaranteed for 12 months.
If you require advice on TV aerials, extra points, extending your SKY system, FM or DAB we can provide you with a fully Integrated Reception System (IRS). We are also able to provide a full design and quotation service.
Can I receive channels in other languages?
YES – There are a number of satellites which provide a wide range of programmes in a variety of languages. These include French, Italian, Spanish, Turkish, Polish, Chinese and many others.
If you require specific channels it is a good idea to identify which satellite broadcasts them. What Satellite Magazine is a good place to find the details or you can look on the Lyngsat website at www.lyngsat.com
We can advise you of what size satellite dish and which receiver would be suitable. We can carry out a site survey if necessary prior to installation.