UK and US TV SATELLITE CHANNELS - SKY IN FRANCE AND EUROPE

Can I receive Sky in France?
Yes, you need to set up a dish and a sky digibox! Three types of decoders are available: Digibox, Sky Plus and Sky HD.

Do I need a UK address to receive Sky in Paris & France?
No, UK address is not obligatory to receive Sky Digital! But if you have one it's better! (and cheaper)!

To receive UK TV in France the best choice is Sky Digital.

Is Sky HD available ?

YES! Sky HD works fine in France. We provide the decoder at the unbeatable price of 560 euros. Come and see a demo

How is it possible that you have such a good price on Sky HD boxes?

When you buy direct from the source prices are the lowest on the market. We offer a Sky HD decoder NEW for 560 euros. We are aware that other companies in Paris will ask about 700 - 800 euros for the same unit. In addition to a great subscription service this makes our offer unbeatable. Come and collect. or book up an installation.

Are there any restrictions when setting up a satellite dish?

Most of the english language satellite channels are receivable in the Paris area on a small 45 cm dish ( 18 inches ) and do not require a special permission to install. The french Law on antennas from July 2nd, 1966 gives you the right to own and set up an antenna. If necessary we can prepare your demand and provide plans and papers to the management of the building where you live to help you obtain immediate approval for your instalation. If you are living in an apartment building it is necessary to make a pre-visit to mesure the signal and find the best and most discrete location for the dish.( due to the allignment of their residencies some people will be deprived from satellite reception! ) If you are living in an individual family house a pre-visit is not necessary.

I already have a Digibox and a dish. I just need a home installation. Can DD Electronics install my existing equipment?

Yes, we will install your equipment. If it is an individual home a pre-visit is not necessary. If you live in a Paris appartment building call 01 45 75 16 77 to take an appointment for a site-survey.

How big is the dish?

The size of the dish depends on the channels you want to watch. Some channels come with weaker signals than others. For example the dedicated Sky elliptical minidish for the English & US channels ( Sky Digital ) should not exceed 45 cm ( 16 inches) for the Paris area.

Is my TV compatible with Sky HD receivers?

To benefit from the HD technology you must have a HD Sky receiver but also a HD flat screen. To understand if your TV is compatible read about HD here.

The Manager of the building where I am living is asking me for a detailed plan of the installation .

We can provide you with all the necesary documents, plans, professianal insurance etc... necessary for your demand and will assist you durring the process. We have eighteen years of experience in this matter. A visit is necessary (site-survey). Call as at 01 45 75 16 77 and take an appointment. Please note: visits are paid 37 euros but deducted later from your order.

Can I watch the UK public channels (BBC1&2, ITV,ch 4 & 5) without paying a Sky subscription.

Yes, for BBC 1, BBC 2, BBC 3, BBC 4 , ITV 1, ITV, 2, ITV 3 and ITV 4 you dont need a card to watch. For Channel 4 and Five you need the so called Freeview card (a non-subscription card ). You also need the Sky Digibox to be able to read the viewing card. Please note: this option is not available for Sky Plus ( you cannot use the recording option ! ).

How much costs the non subscription viewing card for Channel 4 and five ?

The card costs £30 / € 50 when you buy the decoder through us. It works on a Digibox only.

Do I need a UK mailing address to subscribe to Sky Digital?

For those of you who have it we arrange the subscription contract through your own UK address. ( Direct debit in pounds sterling ) For other people without relatives or friends in the UK and uncapable of providing such an address we will get you one . Call us or e-mail us for details.

Can I receive Sky Digital without installing a dish?

Yes, read about the Digiglobe and the Digicube.

Can DD Electronics change my current Sky subscription to a Sky Plus?

Yes, We can provide a Sky Plus decoder and update your subscription card.

Can DD Electronics change my current Sky subscription to a Sky HD?

Yes, We can provide a Sky HD decoder and update your subscription card.

Someone claims that HBO and Fox Sports are available in Paris and Europe. Is this true?
HBO can be received through other providers but not Sky Digital. Attention: It is not the US version! This channel brodcasts for viewers in Central Europe and the Middle East. It is not part of the Sky Network. You may get it through other providers BUT with swedish, dutch, polish etc subtitles. Fox Sports (Midle East) has nothing to do with the US version. Sky Digital remains the most important service for english speakers in Paris and arround Europe.

Is the equipment Dolby Digital compatible?

Yes, the Sky Plus decoder is Dolby Digital 5.1 compatible. ( As well as other makes & models ) Special jacks at the rear panel are designed to allow easy connection to your Home Cinema station if available.(optical and SPDIF)

Is my existing TV set good for satellite TV?

To receive satellite TV in Europe your TV set should have at least the PAL color standard. A multistandard or PAL/Secam L TV set is even better. American TV sets (NTSC) are not good for Europe.

Can I watch satellite TV on all TV sets at home?

Yes, our digital satellite systems allow connection to more than one TV in the house.

What do I need to watch a diffrent channel in the other room?

You need a second satellite receiver - one per TV set and a special dish with multiple outputs.

Can I just buy the equipment for a D-I-Y installation?

Yes, Rendez-Vous at our Paris shop, see access map here.

How good is the reception from the satellite?

Reception is excellent and features stereo CD quality sound and crystal clear digital picture.

Do I need a special TV to watch the digital Satellite?

You can use your existing TV set. Sky digital works on any TV set ( except US and japanese TVs )

American TV channels in Paris come converted in PAL color standard. ( Except the AFN channels )

I am a current subscriber to the french TV Cable. Can I keep it?

Yes, you can keep it. Satellite TV is additional to what you already have. You can easilly switch channels cable or satellite from the remote controller.

Can I get satellite radio ?

Yes, our digital satellite receivers come preset for radio stations like BBC radio 1,2,3,4 a 5, BBC World service, Virgin radio, America One and many others..

Can I record one channel while watching another ?

Yes, but only if you go for the Sky Plus option.

Can DD Electronics connect me to the french channels as well?

Yes, we can. We can connect you to 18 digital french TV channels which do not require monthly subscription payments!

My old Sky Digibox is now broken, Can DD Electronics transfer my Sky card on a New digibox ?

Yes, we can. Call us for details and prices or e-mail

I already have a Digibox. Can I only subscribe through DD Electronics and obtain the Sky Viewing card?

Yes, you can. Come to our Paris shop to sign up your subscription contract.

Can I record HD TV and video on a disc which can be played on external player and not linked with the Sky HD hard drive recorder?

Yes, you can. Blu-Ray recorders allow to record HD video on disc same size as the standard DVD. Read details here.

Can I receive american channels in Paris, France such as ABC, CBS, NBC, HBO,ESPN etc ....

No, these channels does not have direct broadcasts over Europe. ( If you are eligible for the AFN service in Paris you may have some real US programming via satellite in your home! )

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