Sometime between 2012 and 2016 the analogue free-to-air TV signals in New Zealand will be switched off and viewers will only be able to view a digital signal. Once the analogue signal has been turned off, the only way for Kiwis to continue to watch their favourite TV shows for free, is to switch from analogue to Freeview digital television... More
Why does Freeview exist?
Previously if New Zealanders wanted to experience digital television they had to subscribe to a pay TV service and pay a monthly fee. Freeview offers a free alternative for viewing free-to-air digital television... More
What is a satellite dish?
A satellite dish is required to receive the Freeview Satellite signal and to send this signal to your digital receiver for decoding... More
What new channels will i get by switching from analogue to digital?
By switching from analogue to Freeview digital, you will enjoy some new digital only channels such as:
TVNZ 6 for all day kids programming
TVNZ 7 for those who like to keep up to date with all the news, current affairs and NZ documentaries.
TV3+1 allows you watch all the programmes on TV3 one hour delayed in case you miss something you really want to watch.
Te Reo for a Maori language channel
Chinese TV8 for Mandarin and Cantonese news and programming from Mainland China.
*Channel line up will vary with Freeview services and region availability.. More
What does a Freeview digital receiver (set-top box) do?
The digital receiver converts the digital signal into a form that is suitable for viewing on an analogue television... More
