News Television Goodmans, Bush, Grundig, Humax and Panasonic back Freesat Goodmans, Bush, Grundig, Humax and Panasonic back Freesat |
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| Written by Matt Chapman | |
| Tuesday, 06 May 2008 | |
 With the launch of Freesat finally here, a number of kit manufacturers have announced products to back up the service. Products will come in three types: a standard definition box; an HD receiver box; and an HD integrated digital TV (IDTV) with Freesat built-in.
The boxes are currently made by Goodmans, Bush, Grundig (part of the Alba Group) and Humax, while 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 - including fitting 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. Freesat systems will be available in shops and online from major high street outlets Argos, Comet, Currys and John Lewis, plus some independent retailers. As well as selling the equipment, retailers can also arrange installation by approved installers.
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