Freesat will have three different types of receiver:
a standard definition box, an HD box and an HD integrated digital TV
with Freesat built-in (IDTV).
Boxes are made by Goodmans, Bush, Grundig (the Alba
Group) and Humax. The IDTV is made by Panasonic and will be
available in June.
Box prices will start from £49, with a high
definition box available from £120, plus installation costs from
around £80. (Installation includes the satellite dish).
Later this summer Alba and Humax digital television
recorders will also be available so viewers can record, pause,
rewind and fast forward their favourite TV programmes.
Freesat has its own seven-day on-screen electronic
programme guide (EPG) and a channel guide so that viewers can easily
find the programmes they want.