I have to agree with swipe, the ntl stereo is just wrong!
Last week I moved my tv (nicam stereo) from one room to another. After 4 years plugged into the ntl box (pace 4000) via fully wired RGB scart I pluged in an aerial and I have to say the whole family was shocked at how the sound 'came alive'!
The difference was amazing, tonal quality, clarity and depth (width) of the soundstage has made us feel like we have a new telly
Never mind, Sky is coming next week, it would be Sky+ but you cant get an install until march at the mo as it is SOOOOOOOOOO popular!