Welcome to the NEXT Electronics Freeview TV service

Free To Air Satellite Installation

Thank you for choosing NEXT Electronics,

NEXT is the exclusive New Zealand importer and distributor of the Freeview accredited Zinwell ZMX-7500 digital satellite receiver. You can buy the Zinwell ZMX-7500 from all Freeview accredited retailers across the country.

NEXT has also established a nationwide network of accredited professional satellite installers to ensure that you always receive the very best quality of support for your Freeview Zinwell receiver.

Our installers use only approved Zinwell satellite dishes, LNBs and cables & connectors and EasiStart comes with a 3 year warranty on materials and workmanship.

If you have purchased a Freeview receiver and need installation assistance please place your EasiStart order on line.  Our representative will contact you to discuss your specific requirements and arrange a time that suits you for your Freeview installation.

What is Digital TV?

Until now, the pictures on television seen by the majority of New Zealanders have been by virtue of analogue transmission.

This has been the way since television was first broadcast.

Now, for the first time, there is a new era in Television:

New Zealanders will be able to watch their favourite programmes in crystal clear, high resolution, digital quality for Free.

Why is this happening?

The government will at some time, possibly in the next 6-10 years, ‘switch off’ the current analogue service.

Freeview is being launched now, because digital technology is available and more affordable for all New Zealanders.

Who and what is Freeview?

Freeview is a new television and radio platform that is backed by a consortium of broadcasters consisting of TVNZ, CanWest MediaWorks, Maori Television and Radio New Zealand.

It exists to promote access to the very best in high resolution, digital quality pictures & sound with no monthly fees and no contracts.

It will initially include the following channels: TV One, TV2, TV3, C4, Maori Television and also Radio New Zealand National and Concert Programmes.

Freeview itself does not operate TV or radio channels.  The Broadcasters decide what channels and programmes they will transmit.

Later in the year, it is expected that more channels will be added to the Freeview service.

Who can get free digital TV?

All New Zealanders can get Freeview.

Once you have purchased the set top box or a digital TV fitted with a Freeview tuner, and if you need one, installed a dish or new aerial, your favourite television programmes are Free.

You will not have to replace your current television.  The set top box converts the digital signal so you can see Freeview on your existing Television.

What does Freeview deliver?

Firstly, it will make bad reception a thing of the past

And it will allow all New Zealanders access to their favourite television and national radio, in crystal clear, digital quality for Free.

Freeview approved products also include the ability to access interactive TV content, automatically scan for new channels and include a free eight day Electronic Programme Guide known as the Freeview EPG.

What do I need?

Freeview does not sell set top boxes, digital televisions or installations, but it does certify boxes to ensure quality and accredit retailers who wish to promote Freeview and sell compatible products.

Once you have an approved set top box or digital television you can access Freeview from either an aerial for the terrestrial service or a dish for the satellite service.  Freeview Satellite was launched in May 2007 and Freeview Terrestrial is planned for 2008.

How do the public find out more?

From early April visit www.freeviewnz.tv, call 0800-Freeview, or ask a sales person at a Freeview accredited appliance retailer.