What is Saorview?

Saorview is the new free digital terrestrial Tv service in Ireland that has replaced the old analogue service that was switched off on Oct 24th 2012. Currently there is 8 tv channels aswel as radio stations. Saorview is received through an aerial. Saorview can be combined with a satellite system to provide a much bigger selection of channels.​

My tv was purchased recently and is Saorview approved, what system should I go for?

​In this situation you would be best to go for an official Freesat box for your UK channels and use Saorview tv for the Irish channels.

How Long does installation take?

Installations usually take from 1 to 2 hours to complete, Multi room installations will take slightly longer.

Will my bunny / rabbit / ears work with SAORVIEW?

You may be able to get SAORVIEW with a small indoor aerial but this is not guaranteed to work. Ideally you need a rooftop UHF aerial to get SAORVIEW.

Do I need a digital aerial?

There is no such thing as a digital aerial. You need a standard UHF aerial to get SAORVIEW. Most people already have this type of aerial. If you get TV3 with your aerial, that aerial is likely fine to get SAORVIEW.

Can I get SAORVIEW with my satellite dish?

No, SAORVIEW is not a satellite service. You need a standard UHF aerial to get SAORVIEW. You can access RTÉ services on satellite with SAORSAT.

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Where will the aerial placed on my house?

The aerial points towards nearest/strongest SAORVIEW transmitter. so it will usually go onto wall which is facing transmitter. In strong signal areas aerial can be also installed into loft/attic space. Please use SAORVIEW COVERAGE CHECKER tool for more details about your nearest SAORVIEW Transmitter.

Do I need a a phoneline?

No, you do not require a phone line for standard or multi room installations.

Can the wind blow the aerial/dish off?

No. In most cases a properly mounted dish and aerial should not be dis-orientated by the wind. In the rare event of this happening, we will re-align your dish for FREE within guarantee period.

Do I need TV license?

Yes. A television license is still required as you will be using a television set.

My tv is not Saorview compatible or approved, what system should I go for?

In this situation you may prefer to go with a combo system giving you UK free-to-air channels and Irish channels on the one box via the one remote control. Alternatively you could use an official freesat box and separate saorview box.

Is there a warranty?

Yes. All our installations are covered by full 12 months warranty.

Are these systems legal?

Yes. IT is 100% legal

What would I need to receive a Free to Air Satellite?

You will need Satellite dish, pointing Astra 28,2E and satellite FTA box, Freesat box or TV build in Free to air tuner.

What is Free to Air  TV?

Free to air TV are channels that are broadcast with no encryption. These channels are free to view and require no monthly subscriptions.All you need to receive these channels is a dish and satellite receiver. Radio channels are also available on free-to-air receivers.

Do Free to Air Satellite systems have a digital TV guide with basic listings?

There is a now and next TV guide on most of the Free to air channels. Freesat installations have a seven day program guide on most channels.

Can two different programs be watched in separate rooms?

Yes. There are many options for multi-rooms installations.

I’m currently with Sky. Would this dish be suitable if I went free-to-air?

Yes. Once the dish is in good condition and is giving a signal. This will also reduce the installation cost.

Where would the satellite dish be placed on my property?

Your satellite dish needs to face where the sun is at 11am approx. Your satellite dish will need to be situated where line of site in this direction is possible. 

Who will carry out the installations? Will my channels be tuned in?

One of our professionally trained and certified installers will carry out all jobs. When the Job is complete everyting will be ready to use.

Do I need to purchase a digital TV?

No, most satellite & terrestrial receivers will work with your current TV enhancing the picture and sound. A new High Defintion TV will need to be purchased if you wish to take advantage of new 3D or 4K channels.

If I want to get the channels in the other room do I need another box?

Yes. You need a box for each tv. Please check our multi- room prices on our pricing page.​

What would I need to receive an Irish and UK Channels?

You will need Satellite dish, pointing Astra 28,2E, Digital Aerial  and combo box.

What is a Combo box TV?

Combo box is a Digital receiver allows you to wach channels from the Satellite Dish and Digital Aerial free with  no monthly subscriptions.

What is the difference between the various Combo Boxes available ?

All combo boxes do roughly the same thing. The main difference is that some of the combo boxes can avail of the MHEG 5 service that will provide full digital teletext and the ability to use the interactive functions in near future.

Can I Record tv Channels?

Yes, You can connect an external hard drive or USB memory stick to your combo box and this gives you the full functionality of being able to record  live TV.​

Can I record one channel while watch another one simultaneously?

Yes, You can record one satellite channel whilst watching a terrestrial channel and vice versa.

Can two different programs be watched in separate rooms?

Yes there are many options for multi-rooms installations.

Who will carry out the installations? Will my channels be tuned in?

One of our professionally trained and certified installers will carry out all jobs. When the Job is complete all that will be left for you to do is choose what you want to watch!

Do I need to purchase a digital TV?

No, most satellite & terrestrial receivers will work with your current TV enhancing the picture and sound. A new High Defintion TV will need to be purchased if you wish to take advantage of new HD channels.

What would I need to receive a Channels?

You will need Satellite Dish and Digital   box.

Can I Record tv Channels?

Yes, You can connect an external hard drive or USB memory stick to your combo box and this gives you the full functionality of being able to record and p live TV.​

Can I record one channel while watch another one simultaneously?

Yes, You can record one satellite channel whilst watching another satellite  channel.​

Can two different programs be watched in separate rooms?​

Yes, there are many options for multi-rooms installations.

Who will carry out the installations? Will my channels be tuned in?

One of our professionally trained and certified installers will carry out all jobs. When the Job is complete all that will be left for you to do is choose what you want to watch!

Do I need to purchase a digital TV?

No, most satellite & terrestrial receivers will work with your current TV enhancing the picture and sound. A new High Defintion TV will need to be purchased if you wish to take advantage of new HD channels.

and used indoors, a TV mount will last a lifetime.

What are the types of TV wall mounts?

Flat mount: The flat mount places the TV as little as one inch away from the wall. There is no angle adjustments as the TV screen's position is parallel to the wall.
Tilt mount: The tilt mount provides a vertical angle adjustment. It compensates for a TV positioned above the ideal viewing level. The tilt mount mechanism allows the TV to be spaced about two and a half inches or more from the wall. A common place for the tilt mounted TV is above a fireplace or on a bedroom wall. A common issue for plasma TVs and some LCDs is the screen reflections which can be eliminated with the angle adjustment of the tilt mounted TV.
Tilt/swivel mount: A tilt-swivel mount increases the viewing options and is ideal for rooms with more than one usual viewing spot.​​
Do you to hide the cables?
Yes, but it is extra option, it can be done it two ways
Option 1: Routing the A/V cables inside your wall (more expensive)
Option 2: Cover the cables with a sleeve or cable management kit (less expensive)
How many hours it should take to wall mount my TV?
Most standard installations takes 1-2 hrs. Custom Installations might take longer. Also with some installations we might have to come back to patch and smooth the wall openings.

Do I get a discount?
Yes, you get a 5% discount if you order more than one service at the same time for the same location.

How Long does installation take?
Installations usually take from 1 to 2 hours to complete, Multi room installations will take slightly longer.
Will my bunny / rabbit / cats ears work with SAORVIEW?
You may be able to get SAORVIEW with a small indoor aerial but this is not guaranteed to work. Ideally you need a rooftop UHF aerial to get SAORVIEW.
Do I need a digital aerial?
There is no such thing as a digital aerial. You need a standard UHF aerial to get SAORVIEW. Most people already have this type of aerial. If you get TV3 with your aerial, that aerial is likely fine to get SAORVIEW.
Can I get SAORVIEW with my satellite dish?
No, SAORVIEW is not a satellite service. You need a standard UHF aerial to get SAORVIEW. You can access RTÉ services on satellite with SAORSAT. 

Is there a warranty?
Yes. All our installations are covered by full 12 months warranty.

Where will the aerial placed on my house?
The aerial points towards nearest/strongest SAORVIEW transmitter. so it will usually go onto wall which is facing transmitter. In strong signal areas aerial can be also installed into loft/attic space. Please use SAORVIEW COVERAGE CHECKER tool for more details about your nearest SAORVIEW Transmitter.
Do I need a a phoneline?
No, you do not require a phone line for standard or multi room installations.
Can the wind blow the aerial/dish off?
No. In most cases a properly mounted dish and aerial should not be dis-orientated by the wind. In the rare event of this happening, we will re-align your dish for FREE within guarantee period.
Do I need TV license?
Yes. A television license is still required as you will be using a television set.

What is IPTV?
(Internet Protocol Television) – IPTV describes a system where a digital television service is delivered to subscribing consumers using the Internet Protocol over a broadband connection.
What is the picture quality of  IPTV like?
The  IPTV service is delivering high quality standard definition channels. The quality is far superior to other sources of streaming video from the Internet.
Can I get IPTV?
IPTV is available to customers  who are experiencing a download speed of greater than 3.5Mb. To find out more, please visit the website at http://www.speedtest.net
Will the IPTV picture quality degrade the further the customer is from the exchange?
Yes, connection speed decreases the further you are located from the exchange. If the connection speed decreases to less than 3.5Mbps, then the IPTV picture 

will no longer be viewable. However, the quality of the IPTV picture will not be effected by any downloads or other network activity on your connection while watching IPTV.

Will IPTV work on Apple Mac Computer?
Yes, TPG IPTV will work on both PC's and Apple Mac systems. It should also work on other operating systems like Linux.
Who will carry out the installations? Will my channels be tuned in?
One of our professionally trained and certified installers will carry out all jobs. When the Job is complete all that will be left for you to do is choose what you want to watch!
Do I need TV license?
Yes. A television license is still required as you will be using a television set.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. All our equipment are covered by full 12 months warranty.