Question
You mention that there are over 70 Freeview channels available. I live in Dumfrieshire. My signal is apparently from a relay station and I can only receive about 18 channels. Do you know if there are to be any improvements to this?
Submitted online by Allan
Our Answer
If you can’t get all of the Freeview channels where you live, it either means that the channels are not yet available in your area, or that there may be a problem with your aerial and/or aerial cabling.
You mention that you get your TV from a relay transmitter, and these tend to be a lower priority for upgrades than larger transmitters. In many cases, a relay channel only offers the main channels, and not all of the Freeview channels are available. For more on this, see: I don’t get all channels from my relay transmitter
It’s hard to offer advice that applies to every case without specifics such as a postcode. If you’re looking for general information or suggestions, then there’s a page offering detailed help on how to handle missing channels here: Missing Freeview Channels
If you’re still struggling, then it may be best to to talk to a local aerial firm to see if they can test your signal and suggest any ways that you may be able to get Freeview.
Can’t get Freeview?
If you can’t get Freeview, there’s always satellite as an alternative – either Sky (subscription), or Freesat (no subscription)
After the new free view chanels were altered i did the rescan and got all chanels on after a week chanels 3 4 5 disapeared can not get them back what could be the problem i have done the retune again no joy what can i do now