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Freeview (New Zealand)Updated 2 days ago

Does ENGLAON TV Support Freeview in New Zealand?

Yes. All ENGLAON TVs are equipped with built-in DVB-T/T2 (terrestrial) and DVB-S2 (satellite) digital tuners, allowing access to Freeview services in New Zealand without requiring an external set-top box.


Watching Freeview via UHF Antenna (Freeview HD)

Using the built-in DVB-T/T2 tuner, you can receive Freeview NZ terrestrial (UHF) channels by connecting a suitable UHF aerial.

Steps:

  1. Connect your UHF antenna to the RF (Antenna) port on the TV

  2. Go to Channel Settings

  3. Select Auto Channel Scan

The TV will automatically detect available Freeview channels.

This is the most common way Freeview is watched in New Zealand.


Watching Freeview via Satellite

ENGLAON TVs also include a DVB-S2 satellite tuner, allowing reception of Freeview Satellite services.

Steps:

  1. Connect your satellite dish cable to the Satellite (LNB IN) port

  2. Open Channel Settings

  3. Run Satellite Channel Scan

No external decoder is required.


Why the Freeview Streaming App May Not Appear

Some customers may notice that the Freeview streaming app is not available in the Google Play Store on certain TVs.

This behaviour is related to app compatibility settings defined by the Freeview platform, rather than a problem with the television.

Streaming providers decide which devices their apps support. If a device is not included in the provider’s supported device list, the app may not appear in the Google Play Store.

This limitation is determined by the app provider, not by the television manufacturer.

Your TV will continue to operate normally, and all other apps and functions will work as expected.


Alternative Ways to Watch Freeview Streaming

If the Freeview streaming app is not available on your TV, you can still watch Freeview content using the following methods.

  1. Install the Freeview streaming app on your smartphone

  2. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network

  3. Tap the Cast icon in the app

  4. Select your ENGLAON TV

The content will stream directly to the TV.

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