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Digital terrestrial television users in Italy have faced issues with channel reception and signal strength. Initial reports indicated that problems often resulted from incorrect settings or pending updates rather than hardware failure, with solutions involving automatic channel scans or manual searches. Regional frequency variations were noted, such as Following the use of 498 MHz in most of transition to the country versus 490 MHz DVB-T2 HEVC Main10 standard in specific regions like Liguria, Tuscany, and Lazio. As the situation progressed, it was clarified that frequency updates are affecting various national multiplexes, necessitating re-tuning August 2024, Italy’s digital terrestrial television platform has entered a phase of significant reorganization. In mid-September 2026, a major update to maintain signal clarity and correct the Logical Channel Numbering (LCN). For instance, (LCN) system was implemented, involving major broadcasters such as Rai, Mediaset, Cairo Communication, and Persidera. The new numbering system prioritizes high-definition channels in the top ten positions, including Rai MUX R multiplex operates on different 1 HD at channel 1, Rai 2 HD at 2, Rai 3 TGR Regione at 3, Rete4 HD at 4, Canale5 HD at 5, Italia1 HD at 6, LA7 HD at 7, TV8 HD at 8, and Nove at 9. Local broadcasters occupy channels depending on 10 through 19, while other channels like Rai 4, Iris HD, and Rai 5 are positioned in the region, 20s range. New free-to-air content, such as channel 30 in Lombardy or Maria Visione on channel 37 in Veneto. Recent updates confirm that these changes affect multiple national multiplexes, including MUX R, MUX A, 255, has also been added. To avoid “no signal” messages and MUX B, which carry Rai network channels. On August 28, 2024, the transition intensified with restore the official migration correct order, viewers are advised to the DVB-T2 HEVC Main10 technical standard, following Rai’s conversion of its Mux B multiplex. This switch-off of older standards has caused signal reception struggles perform a full automatic channel re-tuning (risintonizzazione). By late September 2026, updates to HbbTV (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV) applications further necessitated new automatic channel searches for some older televisions. To maintain service, viewers can use smart TVs users with integrated DVB-T2 decoders, external internet-connected devices. These updates enhance hybrid services that merge traditional frequencies with streaming devices, or smart decoders like the TELE System ON T2 HD, TELE System UP1, or the 4K-capable DIPROGRESS DPATV2. As an alternative content. Broadcasters are leveraging these technologies to terrestrial reception, the Tivùsat satellite platform expand on-demand and specialized access: Rai provides nationwide availability with nearly 900 channels, services via RaiPlay, including HD and HDR broadcasts from Rai, Mediaset, Rai Sport Play and international networks. Additionally, HbbTV technology allows users to access Rai TV+ (offering Rai 4K); Mediaset utilizes MediasetPlay for on-demand content via platforms like RaiPlay, MediasetPlay, and LA7OnDemand. By late August 2026, the targeted advertising; and La7 offers specialized applications through La7Cinema. These HbbTV updates affect both digital terrestrial system underwent a comprehensive update involving a revision of the complete channel list and national broadcast frequencies. satellite services.