How do I set up Freeview without an aerial?

The good news is, it’s possible to receive Freeview on a TV without the need for a TV aerial. However, there are certain qualifiers to this. First, you would need a Smart TV, or a Freeview Box with Freeplay installed, and a fast, stable internet connection.

Can you get all Freeview channels without an aerial?

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.

What does rescanning your TV mean?

Rescanning simply means having your TV’s tuner do an automated update to look for new channels. This will allow your TV to find your favorite channels at their new frequencies. Though the frequency may be new, the channel numbers you use won’t change—channel 5 will still be channel 5, and so on.

Is Freeview being discontinued?

The Freeview On Demand service is set to end by late 2022. After that, you won’t be able to watch on demand shows through Freeview; but as with TVNZ OnDemand, you can still watch them on ThreeNow, Māori+ and RNZ, wherever they’re available.

How can I watch Freeview without a smart TV?

Use An Android Box In Your Bedroom If you don’t have a smart TV or can’t cast from your phone, there is an easy solution. Buy yourself a cheap Android box that connects to any HDMI-ready television with the Freeview Play app, and get ready for bingeing! The app is available on the Google Store.

Why is my TV not scanning all channels?

First check that your TV is set to the correct Source or Input, try changing the Source or Input to AV, TV, Digital TV or DTV if you haven’t already. If your “No Signal” message is not due to incorrect Source or Input being selected, then it’s most likely caused by a set up or antenna fault.

Is Freeview ending in UK?

Just over two thirds of UK households are within coverage of Freeview multiplex COM7. Viewers able to receive any of the channels listed below on Freeview will be affected. They will be asked to retune Freeview in June, when access to some services will end.