What happens on TV?
 

Digital Terrestrial Television (EPST) comes to replace the analog broadcast television signals obtained through traditional antenna. The EPST would allow monitoring at least the same channels that exist today but in a digital format, which means better picture and sound quality and better reception, even using indoor antenna.
 
You will still receive the existing free-free channels?
 

Yes, all existing channels free-to-analog taken today will continue to be free, ie without a subscription.
 
There is a transition period where you will receive both analog and digital channels?
 

Yes, there is a transitional period but which expires on July 1, 2011 shall be terminated when the analog broadcasts.
 
There are other forms of digital television in Cyprus today and what are the differences with the EPST?
 

Yes, there are currently in Cyprus different forms such as digital television satellite broadcasting (eg Nova Cyprus), broadcasting from broadband service providers (such as services and CytaVision Primehome) and cable TV (from Cablenet and LTV3play).

To be able to watch channels / content supplied with the above ways will have to make the necessary assistance to these providers.
 
When completed the transition to Digital TV, you will need to change the television to consumers?

 NO, it is necessary to replace the old TV, for example type CRT, a new type of Plasma, LCD or LED available on the market today. In some TVs may require additional external receiver / decoder to receive the digital signals.
 
You need to buy Digital Terrestrial TV decoder if my TV is LCD / LED / PLASMA;

 

Not if it has a built-in digital decoder.

To be sure, proceed with scanning frequency / channel if you do not see picture on digital channels when complete coordination should proceed with the purchase of external digital receiver / decoder.

(Most new TVs are the type of LCD / LED / PLASMA sold today have built-in digital receiver / decoder type of MPEG-4. Always confirm the reception of digital channels with the seller before you buy TV set).
 
What are the advantages of terrestrial digital than analog broadcast there now?
 

The main advantages are:

· Enhanced picture and sound quality,

; A Electronic Program Guide (EPG) - [EPG] to provide information to the viewer regarding the alleged programs, such as the project title, time of onset, duration, description and parent label [parental rating], and the programs will be screened in the coming days.

, The best reception of television programs and even using indoor antenna.
 
How many boxes are needed for more than one television in a household?
 

One for each TV household has integrated receiver / decoder MPEG-4, if the consumer wishes to receive different channel to each TV.

Otherwise, you may purchase only one decoder and connect the output of the decoder with all TVs through the internal wiring of the antenna of the house, which will show the same channel, ie it is selected in the decoder.
 
To receive the channels EPST will need to replace the traditional dish?
 

No. Existing facilities (antenna + cabling premises) will not present problems in receiving terrestrial digital TV channels, especially if there are problems currently receiving analog channels.
 
There are few technical features that should meet the equipment-making EPST to assure that the equipment I buy is compatible with the signal broadcast television channels of digital terrestrial television in Cyprus?
 

EPST making equipment (TV / decoders) that supports the standard DVB-T MPEG-4, is compatible with the television broadcast signal channels EPST.

Consumers are encouraged to exercise caution before purchasing this type of equipment and require proof from the supplier that the equipment is suitable for the purpose of the purchase. Further, to ensure that the equipment has all the required markings and insignia indicating compliance with European Union directives such as CE.
 
If you do not make any action by the consumer can watch the Digital Terrestrial Television channels?
 

Not from July 1, 2011 when it will cease analogue broadcasting.

From 1 July 2011 television that did not support the standard DVB-T MPEG-4, or where no suitable decoder is connected will not offer the ability to monitor the channel free download.
 
It is possible to take a pay-TV services via terrestrial digital platform?
 

The DTT platform the company has the ability VELISTER broadcast channels and pay services across digital channels free download.
 
Digital Terrestrial Television channels will offer high-definition High Definition [HD];
 

Is this possible since the technology standards are set by the Office of Electronic Communications and Postal allow the transmission / high-definition content broadcast HD.

An example is the provision of HD content on the channel CBC HD.
 
It is possible to receive channels Psili Definition receiving equipment with Digital Terrestrial TV that supports the DVB-T MPEG-4;
 

To be able to take high-definition channels will be receiving the equipment to be used to support the standard DVB-T MPEG-4 HD.

Additionally, to allow viewing high resolution HD content from television should and this device has the ability to view high-definition content.
 
What channels will I get when I tune my TV to digital reception, and I get more information?
 

The channels that you receive are all the existing channels of free downloads that you receive now via analog transmission.

For more information please contact the customer service centers, or CBC VELISTER. Information can also be found at www.dtv.org.cy.
 
Where should I direct my antenna so I can receive free digital channels they are in the province of Nicosia / Limassol / Larnaca / Paphos / Famagusta?
 

At present the location of transmitters for digital broadcast television stations remain the same as those used for analogue broadcasting. In the future if there is any change there will be a similar update.

For more information please contact centers, tele-servicing and CBC VELISTER.
 
I am an importer of electronic equipment and would like to know the minimum technical requirements for terminal equipment to receive television signals consumer?
 

The minimum technical equipment making / coding required equipment for compatibility with digital terrestrial broadcasting network is available on the website www.dtv.org.cy.
 
How do I scan / tune / install digital channels on my TV?
 

For information about installing digital TV channels in your receiver, please consult the manual set-top box / TV or you can contact the store where you purchased the equipment.
 
Where can I buy and how much one costs about Digital Terrestrial TV decoder?
 

You can go to retail stores that sell electronic equipment.

The cost of a digital decoder is proportional to the potential.

Illustration, the price of decoders that offer basic functions such as receiving / decoding of digital signals starting today from 50-60 euros.
 
Where can I find more information about the connection between TV and STB Digital Terrestrial Television?
 

Basic connection information of the digital decoder with television, photos can be found on the website of the Office of the Commissioner of Electronic Communications and Postal Services in www.dtv.org.cy.

The connection and driver coordination but differs slightly depending on the decoder will buy, therefore refer to the manuals of the STB and your TV set or refer to the supplier of your digital decoder.
 
You need to buy Digital Terrestrial TV decoder if my TV is CRT (old style)?
 

Yes, for the reason that the type of CRT TVs do not support digital signal receiving only analog.
 
You need to buy Digital Terrestrial TV decoder to receive the HD channels if the TV mentions my FULL HD or HD Ready ... ..;
 

Your TV may be raised (to 'play') content / high-definition but not capable of receiving HD signals via your antenna.

You can consult the manual of your TV if it supports standard MPEG - 4 HD.

 If you do not have this feature you should obtain appropriate external decoder.
 
I tune the TV to digital channels but only hear audio and see no picture. What should I do?
 

To be able to receive video and audio, you should obtain external digital decoder MPEG -4 since your TV does not support the standard MPEG-4.
 
Why the change?
 

It is the obligation of all Member States of the European Union. Cyprus has committed itself as the transition from analog to digital television (the cessation of analog broadcasting) completed by 1 July 2011 (Analogue Switch-Off).

The transition from analog to digital television offers additional benefits both consumer and conservation of national resources such as frequencies.
 
I live in an apartment where I share my existing antenna with owners of other apartments of the building. It will require any changes to the central system to receive the digital signal?
 

Before you make any changes to the central antenna system should

; To make (and you and other owners of the apartment building) that the television set-top boxes or digital consumer you have fulfilled the necessary requirements to receive the digital signal MPEG -4 (ie all existing channels free download).

; To tune your gear or your boxes to make sure you receive the digital signal (free-TV channels).

• In the event that you receive all of the signal (TV channels free download) you do not need to take any other action.

• In case, some receive the digital signal and others do not or no one receives the digital signal to the television then you should consult a qualified installation TV for any changes that may be necessary to install center.

• The cost of change if there will shoulder all the owners of the apartments of the building, always under the regulations of the Management Committee of your building.
 
How Terrestrial Digital Platforms Work?

 

The digital terrestrial platforms running are two of the RIK and VELISTER and emit the following channels as follows:

 Digital terrestrial platform RIK:

TV Channels: RIK 1, RIK 2, ERT World, Euronews

• Radio channels: First, Second, Third and Fourth RIK Program.

 Digital terrestrial platform Velister:

· Video Chat: Chat free download (for example, MEGA TV, ANT1, Sigma, PLUS TV, EXTRA TV) who choose to be transferred from the platform.

 
 
Is there any intention to subsidize the Republic of Cyprus in whole or part of the amount required to purchase an external decoder to receive digital signals?

 

The Ministry of Finance taking into account the present financial conditions, the downward trend in the price of decoders as well as non-obligation of the Government for grant of such equipment, decided not to subsidize the purchase of digital decoders for lower-income households.
 
Where can I get the newsletter of the Digital Television recently published in the daily press?

 

The brochure for the Digital TV is available on the website www.dtv.org.cy and the Office of the Commissioner of Electronic Communications and Postal Services, Street Ilioupoleos 12, 1101 Nicosia, Tel 22693000. Also available free in stores Electronic Equipment Electroline, Stefanis, Bionic, Stefanidis and soon to other retailers.
 
After July 1, when the analog broadcasts cease, how can I register (record) digital TV channels or video on my DVD recorder?
 

After July 1, 2011 termination date for analog broadcasts, so you can record any television program broadcast in digital format, you should buy / use recording equipment, which has a digital decoder that supports the MPEG -4.

 

If you wish to use your old equipment (eg video recorder and / or dvd recorder that does not support the standard MPEG-4) must be connected between the television and recordings, external decoder MPEG -4. For more information regarding the wiring of the equipment, please consult the manual of your equipment or as you apply to retail electronics.