If you are a Freeview user, it is advisable to review your settings and promptly retune your device. The popular UK TV platform has officially announced an update that introduces several modifications to the channel lineup and TV guide. Freeview has indicated that certain broadcasters will be implementing changes this week, necessitating a retune to ensure that channels and the TV guide remain current.
So, what are the latest updates?
There have been a total of four announced changes. Firstly, three existing channels have been rebranded with new names, which will now be visible when navigating through the TV guide.
Here are the details of the changes:
– That’s TV 3 (Channel 71) has been rebranded as That’s 20th Century, offering music from previous decades and iconic shows like Yes, Minister, In Sickness and in Health, and The Saint.
– That’s TV 3 MCR (Channel 86) is now known as That’s 20th Century MCR, and That’s Classics MCR (Channel 93) has been simplified to That’s Classics.
In addition to the rebranding, a new channel named That’s Entertainment will be launched on Channel 75. While program listings for this service are not widely available yet, more details are expected to be released soon.
Freeview emphasizes that these updates are part of the ongoing adjustments made by broadcasters to keep their content diverse and current.
If you are a Freeview user, you should observe these changes reflected in the TV planner. If the updates are not visible, you may need to retune your device by following these steps:
1. Press the menu button on your remote.
2. Navigate to settings, installation, or a similar option.
3. Enter your PIN if prompted (typically 1234 or 0000).
4. Select “first-time installation,” “factory reset,” or “full retune.”
5. Confirm that you are willing to delete existing channels.
6. Your device will then automatically search for and store the updated channels.
Although Freeview updates occur regularly, this recent update is considered significant, so it is recommended to retune your device sooner rather than later.
