A TV socket is an outlet designed to receive TV signals from an antenna, satellite dish, or cable service and transmit them to a television set.

Coaxial TV Sockets: Standard sockets for connecting coaxial cables from TV aerials or satellite dishes.

Satellite TV Sockets: Specifically designed for connecting satellite dishes.

TV/FM/DAB Sockets: Combined sockets for TV, FM radio, and DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) signals.

TV sockets are commonly found in living rooms, bedrooms, and sometimes kitchens where TVs are used. They are usually installed on walls or skirting boards near the TV location.

TV sockets in the UK primarily support:

• Terrestrial TV Signals: Received via TV antennas (aerials) for Freeview and other digital terrestrial channels.
• Satellite TV Signals: Received via satellite dishes for services like Sky, Freesat, or international satellite broadcasts.
• Cable TV Signals: Received via coaxial cables from cable TV providers.

Yes, some TV sockets are designed to accommodate FM radio and DAB signals as well. These combined sockets allow for the connection of antennas for multiple types of broadcasts.