[keep it simple]

Originally Posted by kobuskint

I have put in a pair of Digisenders. I got them off e-bay for £40 but they are sold in Agros (http://www.hard2buy4.co.uk/i_742.html) . In order to use you remote control unit, you need a Gold version, but there is lots of information about this and for me that was not an issue.
Here is a simple overview. They are very simple to use.
http://www.geocities.com/digitalsatuk/digisender.html

I hope that this helps.

Thanks for the links - very helpful. As far as i can gather, the issue with the ntl remote control is that it uses a different form of infra-red signal, which is not compatible with most senders. Am i right in thinking that the main advantage to the gold version is being able to control the stb form the bedroom? if i go for a cheaper sender I will still be able to watch in the bedroom, but just have to set the channel on the stb downstairs first?