What does Sky digital offer?

Flexibility and control - The Electronic Programming Guide, called SkyGuide, is an easy to use on-screen navigator. By using the remote control, the you can select the channel, programme or service of your choice. Schedules for the channels are shown by theme or genre. It is also the means by which you can access the interactive services and other features.

100% coverage - Sky digital is the only service in the Republic of Ireland which can offer full national coverage. You can enjoy the future today.

More choice - Because of the higher channel capacity digital television can achieve, programmers can cater for more specialist audiences to satisfy the interested of individual viewers.

Widescreen broadcasting - with digital TV comes widescreen format pictures. Many channels now offer widescreen programming to allow viewers to see more than ever before. It adds a new dimension to films, sports events and concerts.

Watch at a time that suits you - Some programmes are transmitted on multiple channels at staggered start times. This allows you, the viewer, to choose the time that suits you best to watch the programme.

The best seat in the house - Sky digital gives you more opportunities to see special events and recently released movies.

Smaller dish, bigger choice - The Sky digital dish is about half the size of the previous analogue dishes. It is less obtrusive and much easier to conceal.

Be your own director - With the control that digital satellite provides, anyone could become an armchair director. Sky Sports has started the first service where on selected programmes viewers can change camera angles, watch replays, view highlights, and access statistics on demand. Similar services are planned for Sky News and other channels.

All your favourites on Sky digital - BBC 1 & BBC 2 are currently available in  the Republic of Ireland offering digital versions of their channels on Sky digital.The existing channels from Sky are broadcast in digital, as well as many new exclusive to digital channels. Now you can watch your favourite stations in perfect digital quality. ITV & CH 4 are currently in negotiations with sky.

Complete control - The parental control facility will let children only watch the type of programmes parents feel suitable. Programmes are transmitted with ratings, so for example all 18 rated films could be blocked without a PIN number. Pay-per-view options can also be limited so there are no surprise bills...