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Spain TDT transition to 4K and channel reorganization

Overview

Spain is preparing for a major technical transition in its Digital Terrestrial Television (TDT) system scheduled for November 5. Following a resolution from the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Civil Service, the update will introduce Ultra High Definition (UHD) broadcasts using the DVB-T2 standard and HEVC (H.265) codec. This transition involves redistributing existing HD channels to free up capacity for new UHD signals within the RGE2 multiplex. RTVE is expected to hold half of the capacity, while Atresmedia and Mediaset will each hold a quarter.

The reorganization includes the debut of ‘La Séptima’, a new national generalist channel directed by Javier Ruiz. The channel is currently recruiting professionals, including journalist Verónica Sanz from Atresmedia. Expected UHD additions include versions of La 2, Telecinco, and TV3, alongside RNE Accesible, which will feature sign language and subtitling. RTVE is also expected to launch La 2 Cat as an independent signal. Atresmedia has confirmed it will launch Antena 3 UHD via TDT, while laSexta UHD will be available through digital platforms and operators such as Movistar Plus, Digi TV, and Orange TV, rather than via TDT.

To access UHD broadcasts, viewers require compatible television sets with a DVB-T2 tuner and HEVC decoding chip. While most models manufactured since 2017 should suffice, users may need to resynchronize their channels. To verify compatibility, viewers can check for the ‘La 1 UHD’ or ‘La 1 4K’ test signal currently being broadcast by Televisión Española. In Catalonia, the regional government is reactivating a second TDT multiplex on November 5 to expand Catalan-language content and allow TV3 to broadcast in UHD.

Entities

RTVE · La Séptima · Atresmedia · Mediaset · Spain

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Atresmedia to launch UHD channels in Spain on November 5

    Atresmedia is launching Antena 3 UHD via TDT and laSexta UHD via streaming and digital platforms in Spain on November 5.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Spain to launch UHD digital terrestrial television update

    Spain will begin updating its digital terrestrial television (TDT) on November 5, introducing UHD broadcasts and new channels like La Séptima via the DVB-T2 standard.

  3. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Catalan Government reactivates second TDT multiplex

    The Catalan government is reactivating a second TDT multiplex, enabling TV3 to broadcast in UHD and providing dedicated space for Catalan-language programming via RTVE.

  4. [CULTURE] 7 sources
    La Séptima announces programming shifts for November TDT launch

    La Séptima announces its TDT launch for November 5, featuring Javier Ruiz in prime time and Verónica Sanz in the mornings, with a programming focus on upcoming Spanish general elections.

  5. [TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources
    Spain's TDT to transition to UHD and launch new channel on November 5

    On November 5, Spanish TDT will transition to the DVB-T2 standard, enabling UHD broadcasts from RTVE, Atresmedia, and Mediaset, alongside the launch of the new national channel ‘La Séptima’.

  6. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Spain TDT reorganization to introduce UHD broadcasts

    Spain's TDT will undergo a major reorganization on November 5, introducing UHD broadcasts via DVB-T2 and requiring many viewers to rescan their devices to maintain channel access.

  7. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Spain prepares for TDT transition to 4K and new channel launches

    Spain's TDT landscape is evolving with a move to 4K UHD and DVB-T2 standards on November 5, alongside the rise of new channel La Séptima, which is recruiting established media professionals.

  8. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    TDT technical update introduces 4K UHD channels on November 5

    On November 5, TDT will introduce 4K UHD channels via the DVB-T2 standard. Users must rescan channels and ensure their hardware supports DVB-T2 and HEVC to access ultra-high-definition content.

Sources

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