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How does Digital ADSL work?
Digital ADSL is a new way of downloading and
transmitting data at high speed over existing
telephone wires and is being trialled in the
UK. Companies such as Homechoice and
Yes Television use it to transmit Digital
TV signals.
Programmes are categorized into packages, e.g.
films, sports, music etc. and subscription gives
you access to all the programmes held within
each package. The main difference with this
type of digital technology is that instead of
having to watch specific movies or programmes
when they are broadcast, you can watch them
anytime you choose.
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Key Features
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Pay-Per-View - hundreds of movies are available
on a Pay-Per-View basis
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Wide range of subscription packages
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Video on Demand - allows you to pause,
stop, re-wind, and fast-forward programmes
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PC based fast Internet access - without
the need for a second line
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Equipment Required
Suppliers install a set top box and modem connection
to your existing phone socket. No dish, cable
connection, or video recorder is required.
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Coverage
UK Coverage is limited to small trial areas
at present though there are plans to expand
services nationwide this year.
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Cost
Packages are priced individually but subscription
starts from £6 upwards.
Subscription is for a minimum of 12 months.
There is a one-off £40 installation fee.
Pay-Per-View movies are available and range
from £2 to £3.50.
Fast Internet access is available and is generally
charged at a flat fee of around £20 per month
- there are no extra call charges.
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Channels available include:
Programming is grouped into subscription packages
rather than channels that are specific to the
supplier e.g. Homechoice provides the following:
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SoundChoice - more than 1000 chart and
music videos, plus karaoke
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Life&StyleChoice - food, travel, home
and garden, and performing arts
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SportsChoice - major sporting events past
and present
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ComedyChoice - contemporary and classic
comedy
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KidsChoice - drama, cartoon and animation
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History&NatureChoice - historical and
wildlife programmes
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DramaChoice - popular, modern, and period
drama
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ClubZebra - lifestyle club covering aerobics,
relaxation, healthy eating
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