Can't get HD freeview

[Deleted User]

Broadwood wrote: »

In a few year's time they will launch Freeview Super HD and the whole upgrade con will start again.

Why do you think it's a "con"? Improvements in signal compression have made it possible for Freeview customers to receive some channels in High Definition. If those customers wants to enjoy that new technology then they have to pay for it. If not, they can continue to enjoy the original SD line-up.

There are no plans to "switch off" the SD signals anytime soon.

teddysmum

Moneyineptitude wrote: »

On the plus side, if he purchases a Freeview PVR it will also be able to record.

...and freeze, fast forwards and backwards, with some models offering catch up , too.

Norman_Castle

On the plus side, if he purchases a Freeview PVR it will also be able to record.

If she purchases a Freeview HD PVR she will be able to watch and record in HD.

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Norman_Castle wrote: »

If she purchases a Freeview HD PVR she will be able to watch and record in HD.

I think since "Smart77" can already receive SD channels through his TV's tuner, it goes without saying that he should purchase a Freeview PVR with HD capability….:p

cajef

Moneyineptitude wrote: »

I think since "Smart77" can already receive SD channels through his TV's tuner, it goes without saying that he should purchase a Freeview PVR with HD capability….:p

I think you missed the point that the OP is actually a 'her' and a 'she'.;)

almillar

HD Ready - an industry agreed standard. A TV showing this logo must have at least 1 HDMI port, and at least 720 lines, counted vertically.
Full HD - not an agreed standard, but has come to mean 1080p - that is, 1080 lines vertically, with the P standing for progressive rather than interlaced. Interlaced means the picture is transmitted sort of in two halves - the first half the odd numbered lines are shown, the second time the even numbers, to fill in the picture. This dates back to CRTs with the guns going up and down, and in the digital era has been a way for broadcasters to save bandwidth (half the data required). Progressive plops up an entire frame at a time. This can give a more solid looking picture and especially helps with fast moving stuff.
Everything that's BROADCAST in HD in the UK is 1080i AFAIK. If you want 1080p you'll need blu-ray etc.
Here endeth the lesson. OP - you were kindof mis-sold like a lot of the population. Your TVs, by the definitions above, really should have been labelled 'Full HD Ready' - as in they're 1080p screens, but need to be fed HD content. The solution, though, is simple and pretty cheap, go and buy a Freeview HD box. I would recommend a Humax YouView box, will will add some smartness - catchup for example.

Inner_Zone

almillar wrote: »

Everything that's BROADCAST in HD in the UK is 1080i AFAIK. If you want 1080p you'll need blu-ray etc.

Not this again.

[Deleted User]

cajef wrote: »

I think you missed the point that the OP is actually a 'her' and a 'she'.;)

...and that matters in what way?

blisteringblue

I also agree HD and HD READY is bad marketing. Now it's been established you only have SD Tuners I see people recommending you get a freeview HD PVR so you can record in HD too.

Humax as stated do some cracking managers specials with full guarantees. Link below is a Freeview Youview HD PVR for under £120

http://www.humaxdirect.com/Direct/Prod/89f4b5ea-2a54-41c3-a672-a4480de51271

jamesperrett

If you want a budget alternative to the Humax boxes then take a look at

http://www.google.co.uk/url?url=http://www.amazon.co.uk/August-DVB400-Freeview-Receiver-Recorder/dp/B00BPAZGCG&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&sa=U&ei=Z_lcVLetCrSp7Aa374GICw&ved=0CBkQFjAB&sig2=xN3TwdSPNAe4_HNKd39O5A&usg=AFQjCNHnJIUdEiSREu3BtV2K4Roh_z_wow

We've had one for a few weeks and it seems to work well as both a Freeview HD receiver, a PVR and a digital media player.