Communal TV Systems

Triax is the UK's leading manufacturer and supplier of TV reception equipment. 

We have over 60 years experience of developing high quality solutions that fulfil your needs as simply and efficiently as possible.

For the Digital Switchover we offer:  

• FREE consultancy on your Switchover options
• FREE surveys of your existing TV systems
• FREE TV system design service

When it comes to consulting you can feel secure in a Triax partnership.

Digital Switchover 

By 2012, television services in the UK will go completely digital.

This process is happening TV region by TV region. 

Click here to find out when your region goes digital.

How will this effect you?

If you are a Social Landlord (for example, Local Authority, Housing Association, Care Home or Sheltered Accommodation) the following will apply:

• All of your existing communal TV systems will require a visit by an approved engineer who will establish what is needed to upgrade the system for digital reception.  The system may have to be replaced depending on its age and cable types used. 
• In most circumstances, our solutions eliminate the need for residents to upgrade their televisions (for example, in Sheltered Accommodation).
• Triax provide solutions for both satellite and terrestrial requirements and are an approved Sky Homes equipment supplier.

What system do I need?

Existing Properties

You need to consider the requirements of your tenants (both now and in the future) and the buildings you own.  For example:

• Are you prepared to allow a number of individual satellite dishes or aerials to be installed on your buildings to allow your tenants freedom of choice?  This could result in different satellite dishes and aerials of all types and sizes resulting in an unsightly building.

OR

• Do you want a system installed to provide for the foreseeable future?  If yes, you should consider the following options:

1. An IRS (Integrated Reception System) which provides each tenant with the ability to receive Radio (FM / DAB) and digital terrestrial / satellite signals via one cable to the main point in the dwelling, depending on the choice of the receiver.
   
2. However, this may not be enough.  Have you considered Sky+?  More people now purchase Sky+ rather than a standard receiver, while HDTV (High Definition Television) is also becoming increasingly popular.
   
3. To receive Sky+ or HDTV one cable to the main point within the dwelling from the IRS main connection point is no longer sufficient.  For Sky+ or a HDTV receiver a minimum of 2 cables is required.  This should now be considered the minimum installation for any system being upgraded for digital reception. 

New Properties

On new build properties, you may wish to consider TV points in other rooms via the installation of a small amplifier.  The TV signals can be redistributed to other rooms and even have a degree of control over the satellite receiver in the main room.

This does mean the installation of further cables, one from each room and one from the main viewing point  (a return path).  The cables can be routed back to the cupboard or loft and connected to an amplifier.  Every room in the house can watch a TV channel of their choice (a 230V mains supply may be required depending on the choice of amplifier used).

Prepared for the future

Triax TV systems are prepared for the future and your changing requirements.

Our solutions offer complete flexibility in order to give you peace of mind.

When it comes to consulting you can feel secure in a Triax partnership.

Our co-operation is based on partnership and we provide solutions that are simple and clear.  This system is Triax Workflow - a process that ensures we fully understand your requirements and provide you with the perfect solution.

What should I do next?

In the first instance, please contact Paul Hargrove FSCTE on 07776 227 036 or email pdrh@triax.co.uk