[anne666]

Originally Posted by emmetmcl

Just remember unless you have a BARB box they won't know whether or not you're watching anyway.

What is a BARB box ??? Sounds painful

[emmetmcl]

Originally Posted by anne666

What is a BARB box ??? Sounds painful

Its what they use to measure TV ratings.

People from different demographics have something like a set top box connected to their TVs. It records what they watch and when, and sends the details to BARB who release viewing figures.

So when ratings are calculated, it isn't showing what every single person watched. One person with a BARB box might represent 1000 normal people.

Basically, if you dont have one, your viewing isnt counted in the ratings.

[anne666]

Originally Posted by emmetmcl

Its what they use to measure TV ratings.

People from different demographics have something like a set top box connected to their TVs. It records what they watch and when, and sends the details to BARB who release viewing figures.

So when ratings are calculated, it isn't showing what every single person watched. One person with a BARB box might represent 1000 normal people.

Basically, if you dont have one, your viewing isnt counted in the ratings.

How do you know if you've got one. Sorry I am technologically dense as you can clearly see

[emmetmcl]

Originally Posted by anne666

How do you know if you've got one. Sorry I am technologically dense as you can clearly see

Well they'll get in contact with you and send you one as far as I know.

Basically, if you have one, you'll know you have one.

[Jake.]

Originally Posted by anne666

How do you know if you've got one. Sorry I am technologically dense as you can clearly see

You'd know if you had one, you'd be filling in surveys and what not