Please note: To enjoy freesat broadcasts you will need a dish and cabling installed. freesat does not require a contract or a subscription – just a one-off payment for your dish and installation. To organise installation, please visit or call one of our shops. Click here to find out more about freesat. The Humax freesat HD digital receiver is a must if you want to access the stunning world of high definition viewing. You'll need a HD ready television to benefit from the enhanced picture and sound quality, but once hooked up, there's no going back! freesat currently broadcasts 2 HD channels (BBC & ITV), and is currently the only way to access these without subscription. You'll also receive a full range of over 80 digital channels, which is set to increase every month. Further benefits include super-fast digital text, enhanced interactivity as well as digital subtitles and audio description for the partially sighted.