Italy digital terrestrial television frequency updates and HbbTV features

Digital terrestrial television frequencies in Italy are undergoing changes, requiring viewers to update their channel settings. To restore signal clarity and ensure channels are correctly ordered according to Logical Channel Numbering (LCN), users are advised to perform an automatic re-tuning via their television or decoder menu.

The frequency updates affect various national multiplexes. For example, the Rai MUX R multiplex operates on different channels depending on the region, such as channel 30 in Lombardy and Lazio, or channel 37 in Veneto and Sicily. This multiplex carries high-definition channels including Rai 1, Rai 2, and Rai 3.

Additionally, viewers can expand their viewing options by connecting their televisions to the internet. Using HbbTV technology, which combines digital signals with streaming, users can access hybrid services. This includes on-demand content and live streaming through platforms like RaiPlay, MediasetPlay, and LA7OnDemand. These internet-connected services provide access to additional channels and specialized content, such as Rai 4K or various radio-based television channels.