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Digital Television In East Gippsland

East Gippsland Shire has been advised that new digital terrestrial television transmissions are underway from Mt Tassie in the Gippsland area on UHF Channel 36.

By East Gippsland Shire Council - 13th August 2004 - Back to News

WIN Television Victoria notified the Shire that transmission started at 9 a.m. on 9 August.

Digital terrestrial television is a new television technology that is replacing existing Australian free-to-air analog television. It provides better picture and sound quality, widescreen images, extra channels plus a variety of new features.

Free-to-air digital television started on 1 January 2001 in Australia’s five capital cities and is now being rolled out to regional areas.

Digital Broadcasting Australia (DBA) has been formed to help make the transition from analog to digital television as seamless as possible for the consumer.

In particular, DBA provides information about digital TV commencement dates and coverage, the functionality and availability of equipment, retailer locations and the range of digital television programs and enhancements to be broadcast.

DBA said the planning of channel allocations for digital television had entailed the occupation of some channels previously used for other purposes. As a result, some interference might be caused to the connection between VCRs and television sets.

A leaflet – Digital Terrestrial Television and Current Analog TV Reception – A Guide for Latrobe Valley - has been released to assist residents. It can be obtained by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to Better Connected, P.O. Box 563, Mosman 2088 NSW.

Residents seeking further information could also visit the DBA website at www.dba.org.au or contact WIN Television on 5320 1366.

Source: http://gippsland.com/

Published by: news@gippsland.com



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