This weekend may be perfect for sun enthusiasts, but the current weather conditions in the UK are causing issues for TV viewers. Due to a high-pressure system lingering over Britain, some households may experience poor signal quality and distorted images on their screens for the next couple of days.
The atmospheric conditions, while bringing pleasant weather to many, can also disrupt TV transmissions. The BBC explained that high pressure can result in two potential problems: a weaker signal due to the local transmitter signal being lifted higher into the sky, and interference from signals of distant transmitters.
The disruptions in Freeview TV services started last week and are expected to persist until Monday, May 19. Freeview announced that viewers across the UK might face interruptions in their TV reception during this period due to the high-pressure system affecting the signals.
While this may be frustrating for those looking forward to Sunday entertainment, Freeview advises against attempting to retune TVs during this time, as it will not resolve the issue and could potentially cause harm. Reception will return to normal once the high-pressure conditions pass.
For viewers experiencing signal problems, there are alternative solutions available. Users with smart TVs equipped with Freeview Play can switch to internet services like BBC iPlayer and ITVX instead of using the aerial. Additionally, there is Freely, a service by the same team behind Freeview and Freesat, which utilizes broadband to deliver content to TVs unaffected by weather conditions, offering access to over 40 channels with both live and on-demand content.
Freely also provides features such as pausing live TV, a TV guide for current and upcoming shows, and personalized recommendations for viewing options. While initially limited at its launch, Freely has recently been updated to include new features like a backwards TV guide and improved ways to save content for later viewing.
