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Digital ABC Reception Problems, Pixelation or picture breaking up

A lot of people ask me why Channel ABC used to work fine on Analog and when they get their new Digital box or Digital TV, they suddenly begin having trouble watching ABC.

The reason is very simple.

The Analog Channels are:

  • 2 for ABC
  • 7 for Channel 7
  • 9 for Channel 9
  • 10 for Channel 10
  • and then 28 for SBS

Analog TV Antenna


When Digital TV came along, they had to put the each channel somewhere else so they did not clash, the Digital channels are arranged as follows:
  • 6 for Channel 7
  • 8 for Channel 9
  • 11 for Channel 10
  • 12 for ABC
  • and 34 for SBS

Digital TV Antenna

An older TV antenna was designed to receive Channels 1 through to 10, and channels 11 through to 27 are “tuned out” of the antenna’s reception capability so that you do not get interference from radios such as Police, Fire, Ambulances, CB Radio, etc. which operate in the frequencies between channel 11 and 27.

Some re-arranging was done and what you have is a nice neat TV spectrum of Channels 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and then way out there is SBS on channel 34.

What this means for you is that your antenna is the wrong physical shape to receive digital TV…. and, you may need a replacement. Sometimes, the problem may be caused by other components in your TV system such as the wrong type of cable, splitters, dis-combobulators or other such gadgets. Our test equipment has the capability to identify which part of your antenna system is not compatible with Digital TV reception and we will give you all the options available to get you up and running.

If you would like us to come and test your old antenna for free, give us a call on 0422 869 464 and mention this web page. There is no obligation and we will show you the actual signal levels being received by your antenna, and provide a written report if you wish.

27

01 2010

Digital Ready

Are you “Digital Ready”?

You may have seen the latest advertising campaign from the Government about this, but how do you know if your Antenna is “Digital Ready”?

If you are buying a new TV or set top box, the Australian Government has developed labels to help you choose the option that is right for you. Look out for these labels at your local electronics retailer.

Digital TV Capable only with a set top box

Digital TV - Capable Only

This label indicates that the TV is an analog TV and is capable of receiving digital free-to-air shows only when you attach it to a set top box. The set top box you choose will come in either standard definition or high definition format. The labels below (which appear on TVs and set top boxes in electronics retailers) will help you choose the option that is right for you.

Digital TV Ready Standard Definition

Digital TV - Standard Definition

This label indicates that the TV or set top box can receive Standard Definition digital free-to-air shows. With Standard Definition, you will receive the same free-to-air shows you currently receive on analog TV. Digital TV is currently available in the Blue Mountains.

Digital TV Ready High Definition

Digital TV - High Definition

This label indicates that the TV or set top box can receive High Definition digital TV. With High Definition broadcasts, you are able to receive the full range of channels, including those that are unavailable in Standard Definition. Digital TV is currently available in the Blue Mountains.

Click here to check whether your TV, set top box or digital TV recorder is digital ready.


Ring us on 0422 869 464 to find out whether your TV Antenna is Digital Ready.

We will come and perform a test on your antenna for FREE and offer you our professional advice on whether an upgrade is required or not.

07

01 2010

Our Online Store is now available

You can now buy all your TV Antenna gear right here, and get FREE DELIVERY!

You can now buy the same Professional Quality products that we use ourselves, from our website and we will deliver it to you for free within the Mountains.

If you would like to compare the price to your local hardware store before purchasing, you are welcome. BUT, you will not be able to purchase the same quality.
If you have ever bought the cheap chinese tools from the local hardware superstore, you will know the way they operate. They sell you rubbish and hope that you come back to buy another one when it breaks.

We do not sell junk! If you want professional quality antenna gear and professional results, visit our store.

It’s YOUR house, Your TV reception.

Don’t buy CRAP or you will buy it twice!

Visit our online store, and we will deliver your items FREE in the Blue Mountains area.

27

12 2009

Free Quotes & Area Serviced

Blue Mountains TV Antennas will come to you and give you a free quote on upgrading your TV Antenna to suit Digital TV.

Suburbs we service are:

  • Springwood
  • Valley Heights
  • Sun Valley
  • Yellow Rock
  • Winmalee
  • Hawkesbury Heights
  • Yarramundi
  • Faulconbridge
  • Linden
  • Woodford
  • Hazelbrook
  • Lawson
  • Bullaburra
  • Wentworth Falls
  • Leura
  • Katoomba
  • Medlow Bath
  • Blackheath
  • Warrimoo
  • Blaxland
  • Mt Riverview
  • Glenbrook
  • Lapstone
  • Leonay

If your suburb is in the Blue Mountains UBD we will come and give you a free quote.

The reason we cover these areas only, is because of the unique landscape of the Blue Mountains, and we have the training and equipment to optimize your TV reception in these areas.

Please call us on 0422 869 464 if you would like to get us out for a free quote.

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12 2009


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