digital tv and communal aerials

"John Porcella" wrote in message
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"King Queen" wrote in message
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genuine question: what is the point in getting DAB installed when you
already have DTT anyway?

Not all radio stations on DTT are on DAB and vice versa. How does one
person in the flat listen to the radio if somebody else wants to watch TV
(assuming only one TV)?

2nd DTT box connected to amp/speakers?

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Max Demian

"André Coutanche" wrote in message
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My GDB3 is fine, but it doesn't (yet?) have the 7-day EPG, if that matters
to you. I like its timer capability, but that may or may not be important
to
you.

If you get one, check its software version - 3.11 is pretty stable, but
3.12
is available if you want to play with RS232 (not sure what difference it
makes - suspect very little).

4.0 is the latest version - supposed to be a few bug fixes.

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Max Demian

Max Demian wrote:
"André Coutanche" wrote

If you get one, check its software version - 3.11 is pretty
stable, but
3.12
is available if you want to play with RS232 (not sure what
difference it makes - suspect very little).

4.0 is the latest version - supposed to be a few bug fixes.

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Right - but that was an OAD which many boxes (mine included) refused to see
(or else it wasn't transmitted from all txs). AFAIK, v.4.0 isn't available
on the web - but v.3.12 is available from a nice chap who posted to
DigitalSpy - and, via him, from me. I haven't tried it yet.

André Coutanche

Hi John,

I didn't ask for FM, DAB and satellite as well.

Hmm, then it might be a touch expensive.

Yep, in the letter I've written to the landlord, I've mentioned obtaining a
quote for DAB, FM and satellite as well.

Ah, in which case it is a matter for the landlord and not you. If you
cannot get agreement of the leaseholders, then make private arrangements
with the freeholder.

Letter on its was to freeholder.

If the landlord is forward looking one they will not limit them to just
upgrading only terrestrial reception. Why? What if somebody wants Sky D
(or Eutelsat)? They would be favouring one set of people. Furthermore,
if
there is not shared satellite dish system then people will probably end up
sticking their own up and thus damaging parts of the building.

Highlighted the benefits to landlord as well, I hope.

The roof is unlikely to be part of your lease...you will have to negotiate
the matter with the landlord.

Interestingly, I'm responsible the up-keep of the section of roof above my
flat as I live on the top floor, will check what my rights are regarding my
section of roof, probably not as great as my responsbility, the day when I
can afford a house is looking sweeter!

Good luck and if there is any progress why not share the good news (or
bad)
by reposing here.


Will do, no problem.

Andy

On Sun, 05 Dec 2004 14:31:49 +0000, Bill wrote:

Andy


Andy,

I strongly suggest that you buy a copy of the 2005 edition of the TV Viewers'
Guide. It will be out shortly. There is a lot of information in there for
people contemplating putting a new system into a block of flats. There is also
something about the benefits, and this could be used to persuade the other
residents.


I would imagine that it has an impact on the resale value of the flat for
one.

JAB.

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