United Kingdom
Digital switchover
By 2012 the UK will have switched to digital TV. Gradually, region by region, the UK's analogue TV signal is being turned off and replaced with a digital signal.
Last updated: 03/03/2011
You can find out when your region switches here: http://www.digitaluk.co.uk/when_do_i_switch or for support you can call Digital UK hotline number 08456 50 50 50.
Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 7pm, Sat 9am - 5pm.
- If you have a digital TV or product that receives digital Freeview signals
After the Switchover you will have to retune ALL your digital products that receive digital Freeview signals. This includes TVs, DVD recorders, set top boxes and personal video recorders (PVRs). This should only take a few minutes.
Re-tuning instructions will vary from model to model, so we've provided specific tuning guides at the bottom of this page.
- If you receive your content via Sky, Virgin or Satellite (Freesat)
You will not be affected by the switchover.
- How do I get extra help?
Visit the TV re-tune website www.tvretune.co.uk which also contains re-tune instructions on other manufacturers' products too.
Tuning guides
Please select your model below:
NOTE: If your model is not in the list below, please visit http://sony.co.uk/support and enter your model number. You will then see a link for the relevant instructions manual.
