BBC HD Free-to-air Satellite TV Service Starting
News today that the BBC and ITV has started a free-to-air satellite TV service for UK residents. According to the article:
It broadcasts 80 digital TV and radio channels including the main ones, and will rise to 200 by the end of 2008.
Users make a one-off payment for a dish, set-top box and installation, but will not pay a monthly subscription.
A quick google suggests that the service is provided by Freesat although their website still says things like “once freesat launches” so its clearly still pretty new. There is no mention yet as to which Satellite cluster they are using (although I’m guessing it will be the Astra 2D service), with a bit of luck the signal might just be strong enough to reach Spain and Madrid! (Although clearly illegal by ridiculous, outdated distribution rights.)
This is a great step for HD TV and for lessening the strong-arm of Rupert Murdock and Sky. An example for many of the other over-priced European satellite TV providers.
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