Does Sky need a dish?

Sky has three different types of communal TV systems: a shared dish, an integrated reception system and a single cable solution. Regardless of the system your block of flats has, you won't need a satellite dish for Sky. You can learn more about getting Sky in a block of flats in our guide.

Can Sky run without a dish?

British broadcaster Sky is launching a TV that streams content via the internet, removing the need for a satellite dish. The company describes Sky Glass as a "no-fuss" streaming TV.

Will Sky Q Box work without dish?

Re: Using Sky Q box without satellite with signal

@Ataylor222 You have already answered your own question - It won't work without a satellite signal as you've found out.

Can I get Sky in my flat?

A Sky Communal TV system works for the entire building and allows anyone in any flat to get Sky TV. To see if your block of flats already has a communal system, call Sky or your building's property management and find out.

Does Sky Q need an aerial?

You won't need an aerial connection to the TV you have Sky Q and any minis on.

Does Sky q need a new dish?

How does Sky Glass work without a dish?

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Sky Glass is a new streaming TV from Sky that doesn't require a satellite dish or box for it to work. Launched in October, Sky Glass relies on a broadband connection to bring its services to homes and it's the only QLED TV to have Sky inside.

Will a Sky box work with a normal aerial?

Re: Using sky+HD box without dish or viewing card

Sky boxes have no functionality in the absence of a satellite signal: the card makes no difference. Without a dish, your choices are Freeview (digital terrestrial) via an external or internal aerial, or streaming television services such as NowTV.

What connections does a Sky box need?

How can I watch TV without aerial or satellite?

And that's just for starters: you can use a Chromecast, an Apple TV, a Roku, an Amazon Fire streamer and many other devices to get content up on your TV. The good news is that many of them run the same apps and services, which makes choosing a little easier.

How does Sky connect to your TV?

If you have RFOut ports at the back of your Sky box, plug one end of the aerial cable into the RF Out 2 port. Run the aerial cable from your Sky box to your second TV, and plug the other end into your tvLink. Plug your tvLink into the second TV's aerial socket.

Is Sky Glass worth getting?

On paper, Sky Glass is an impressive TV system at a tempting price. It's convenient and easy to use, the specifications are impressive, audio quality is great (for built-in speakers) and a lot of people will be persuaded by the fact that it's a relatively low-cost monthly add-on to a Sky subscription.

Can you get Netflix on Sky Glass?

You must create a new Netflix account and use a unique email address to do so. Do not use a friends/family Netflix log in details on your Sky Glass TV when logging in for the first time as this will link their login details to your Sky Glass account and it cannot be reversed.

Does Sky Glass come with a wall bracket?

The bracket that's included in the box is a sit-flat model, though there are plenty of others out there to choose from — some tilt, others protrude and some do both, so do some research and decide what's best.

Is Sky Glass easy to set up?

We'll deliver your Sky Glass TV to the room of your choice, unbox it and take away the packaging to be recycled. Setting up is easy too. Once you've got your Sky Glass, just plug in, pair and play. Switching from Sky Q or Sky+ is simple.

Can you connect Sky box to TV wirelessly?

But it's not - you can't connect ANY Sky Q box, main or mini, wirelessly to a TV, you have to connect the HDMI output to a TV HDMI input.

How long does Sky TV installation take?

A standard installation often takes no longer than one hour. When the engineer arrives, they will discuss the best location for your satellite dish and the best route for the cables leading from the dish to you Sky box with you (or the adult you've designated to be available during the appointment).

Is Sky Q Box Wireless?

Whether you have broadband from Sky or not, you can use your Sky Q mini boxes as WiFi hotspots. If you have your broadband from Sky, this is automatically set up.

Is Netflix free on Sky Q?

There's also a Sky Q box with access to channels including Sky Max and Sky Comedy plus that Netflix subscription for free.

Can you move Sky Q box to another room?

Re: Can I move sky q mini to another room

@Mrs+sootyYes just move it, the only problem will be if you are out of range of the mesh link that joins the mini to the main box.

Do you need an engineer to install Sky Q?

Do you need an engineer to install Sky Q? Although the process of installing Sky Q is quick and simple, you will need an experienced engineer's assistance to install Sky Q, even if you are upgrading from an old Sky service.

Can you connect Sky to a smart TV?

Your TV does not have to be a smart TV. But if does have to have an HDMI port to plug the Sky Q box into. If you do not have an HDMI port, then you will need to buy a new TV. If your TV is an HD Ready TV, then you will want to buy a new TV that is HD at least.

Can I watch Sky in another room without multiroom?

Re: Sky Q in 2 rooms without Multi-Room

@sbdaveunfortunately only laptops will work with SkyGo over HDMI. The only real solution is to get a mini box, some people have managed to get a HDMI splitter/switch to work but that depends on if you can run a cable from there to your other TV and how far it is.

Do you need broadband for Sky Glass?

You don't need Sky Broadband to use Sky Glass. The television can be used with any internet service provider, including Virgin Media. You can even connect it to a mobile hotspot.

Is Sky Glass a smart TV?

Sky Glass is a hassle-free TV with 4K resolution and a powerful speaker system. You'll get all of the perks of Sky built-in, including access to loads of on-demand entertainment as well as hundreds of live TV channels.