What cable do I need to connect to Freeview?


With your box, you should have a power lead, a remote control and batteries, and possibly an HDMI lead. Some Freeview boxes don't come with an HDMI lead, but they are available from most electrical retailers. You'll also need an aerial lead and a working aerial.

What do I need to connect my TV to Freeview?

With your box, you should have a power lead, a remote control and batteries, and possibly an HDMI lead. Some Freeview boxes don't come with an HDMI lead, but they are available from most electrical retailers. You'll also need an aerial lead and a working aerial.

Can you get Freeview with cable?

To watch Freeview you need to have an aerial installed or have your device connected to the internet – you won't be able to get a TV signal through Sky or Virgin Media cabling.

How do I connect my old TV to Freeview?

Do you need a satellite cable for Freeview?

No, Freeview is only available through an aerial, not through a satellite dish. Most flatscreen TVs have Freeview built in, so all you need to do is plug in the aerial. Or you can get a Freeview recorder that you simply plug into an existing TV.

Can you get Freeview with cable?

To watch Freeview you need to have an aerial installed or have your device connected to the internet – you won't be able to get a TV signal through Sky or Virgin Media cabling.

Why can't I get Freeview on my TV?

If you have followed the retune process and it still hasn't resolved the problem, try unplugging your set-top box or TV and then retuning it. Freeview TV: Your Freeview TV should come with a power lead and a remote control with batteries. Make sure the TV is plugged in and fit the batteries to the remote.

How do I access Freevee?

If you already have Prime Video, you can watch content from Freevee straight through the Prime Video app. Freevee is also available as a standalone app on a variety of devices, including all Amazon Fire TV devices, iOS and Android mobile devices, Xbox, PlayStation 5, and many smart TVs.

How can I tell if my TV has Freeview?

Visit channel 100 on your TV Make sure your TV is connected to the internet and visit channel 100, if your TV has Freeview Play you will see the screen shown on the left.

Can I get Freeview through WIFI?

Yes, you will need an internet connection to use the Freeview mobile app, either via wi-fi or your own data allowance. It needs to be at least 2Mbps for both the iOS and Android versions of the app.

What satellite does Freeview use?

Live TV signals for FreeviewPlus® and Freeview Satellite® are transmitted from the Optus D1 satellite. We recommend a minimum dish size of 60cm with a single 11.300 GHz LO Frequency LNB. If you're using a satellite dish to pick up TV signal, make sure you get an approved product that works with a satellite dish.

Is TV coaxial cable the same as satellite cable?

This is the lower quality grade of satellite cable, but even the cheapest is far better than “budget low loss” CoAx. The major difference between satellite cable and “low loss” Co-Ax is the addition of a layer of screening foil just under the braiding, i.e. (for simplification) it's “double screened”.

What's the difference between coaxial cable and satellite cable?

The satellite cable has a better insulation as it carries a much higher frequency signal. You could try to use ordinary TV co ax but you may be disappointed with the results. I would fit the correct cable. The insulation is PVC in both cases.

What do I need to connect my TV to Freeview?

With your box, you should have a power lead, a remote control and batteries, and possibly an HDMI lead. Some Freeview boxes don't come with an HDMI lead, but they are available from most electrical retailers. You'll also need an aerial lead and a working aerial.

Can you get Freeview with cable?

To watch Freeview you need to have an aerial installed or have your device connected to the internet – you won't be able to get a TV signal through Sky or Virgin Media cabling.

Is Freeview free on a smart TV?

We've got one simple aim: to give you the best possible line-up of TV, for free. With more than 70 standard channels and 15 HD channels*, we're bringing you the nation's favourite shows, through your TV aerial, for no monthly cost.

What countries is Freevee available?

Freevee is a free, ad-supported streaming video channel that's only available in the United States.

How do I get Amazon Freevee on my TV?

You can stream Amazon Freevee titles through the Freevee app on Fire TV devices, Android TV, Google TV, from your web browser and through the Freevee channel on the Prime Video app.

Is Freeview an antenna or cable?

You do need an aerial to receive Freeview live on TV through the TV Guide but can also view certain channels on internet connected devices without one.

Can I get Freeview via a satellite dish?

Yes you can, a working satellite dish will be able to receive Freeview via Satellite when used in conjunction with an approved Freeview Satellite Digital Receiver or Recorder. Note that the LNB (Low Noise Blocker, which is round or oval and sits in front of your dish) may need to be replaced / adjusted.

Is there a difference between Freeview and Freesat?

The key difference between Freesat and Freeview is the way in which your TV service is delivered to you. Whilst Freeview is delivered through an aerial, the Freesat broadcast arrives via satellite giving us a more resilient signal that isn't as impacted by things like adverse weather.

What cable do I need for satellite TV?

Connecting Your Satellite Dish to Your TV Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the back of your satellite dish labeled “LNB” Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to your satellite receiver in the port marked “Sat in”. Next, connect one end of the HDMI cable to the ‘output' port in the back of the satellite.

What coaxial cable do I need for TV?

Coaxial cable designed for domestic television should be 75 Ohm, with RG-6 coaxial being ideal for TV.

How do I know which coax cable to use?

Coaxial cables generally use the label “RG,” which stands for “Radio Guide” and is accompanied by numbers to create a code that distinguishes the cable model. Once you find the designation code, you will quickly identify the type of coaxial cable!

Can I watch TV with a coaxial cable?

If you wish to watch a live TV service through your TV like Freeview or Freesat you will need a coaxial cable connecting into your TV. If you have a TV aerial socket plate or satellite socket a coaxial flylead will be required to connect between this and your TV.

Can you watch TV without coaxial cable?

A digital converter box connects to your TV via composite cables or an HDMI cable and all you need to do is run a channel scan on the converter box that is connected to your TV and your are watching TV for free over-the-air!