If you wish to watch a live TV service through your TV like Freeview or Freesat you will need a coaxial cable connecting into your TV. If you have a TV aerial socket plate or satellite socket a coaxial flylead will be required to connect between this and your TV.
How do I connect my TV to cable without a box?
Make sure that your TV’s power adapter is unplugged and all connected equipment is turned off. Connect a coaxial cable (not provided) to the ANT/CABLE IN jack on the back of your TV and to the antenna or cable TV wall jack. Plug your TV’s power adapter into a power outlet, then turn on your TV.
Can a broken coaxial connection be reconnected from a TV?
Sometimes a coaxial connection can be broken off from a TV. Once the connection has been broken from the TV it cannot be reconnected. Luckily you do have several options to resolve the issue and start watching TV again.
What does a coaxial cable look like on a TV?
The coaxial connection looks very different from other connections. The connection looks like a fat screw sticking out from the back of your TV. Because this connection sticks out so far it’s easy to be hit or damaged. Sometimes a coaxial connection can be broken off from a TV.
How do I get a cable box without a set-top box?
If you want to watch cable or satellite TV but you do not have a set-top box you will want to contact your TV service provider to ask about how to get one. Connecting a cable or satellite set-top box using HDMI is best way to view broadcast TV—even if the coaxial connection on the TV is still functioning.
How do I connect a set-top box to my TV?
If you want to connect a cable or satellite set-top box to your TV without a coaxial connection the best choice would be using a composite cord. A composite cord is a single cord that splits into three parts on each end. The three parts are red, white, and yellow. Each of these connection will plug into a specific port on the back of your TV.
