Broadcast Channel Changes in Regional NSW & Victoria
Why do I need to buy a new television set (or set top box)? Why can’t you just leave the channels as they are?
Eventually all channels, including the primary channels (10, 7, 9, ABC and SBS) will be available only as MPEG-4 channels. Transitioning channels to MPEG-4 enables broadcasters to improve the quality of the services they deliver to meet consumer demand.
Channel changes
These changes may require that your TV is re-tuned to reflect those updates.
Part of these changes is the removal of MPEG2 technology to be replaced with MPEG4.
MPEG4 enables broadcasters to improve the quality of the services they deliver to meet consumer demand.
The changes are as follows:
Channel 6 and associated channels will be converting to HD (in MPEG4)
Channel 5 and associated channels will be converting to HD (in MPEG4)
Will I need to re-tune my TV?
- Changes should automatically appear in the channel list of most TVs.
- If not, then the first thing to do is to re-tune your TV.
Most TVs have an option to automatically re-scan channels within the TV menu. In many cases, the channel changes will appear after completing this process. - If you are unsure how to re-scan channels you should refer to your TV manual or contact the manufacturer of your TV.
About MPEG4
All major recognized brands of televisions, set top boxes and Personal Video Recorders (PVR’s) purchased since 2009, including any devices bearing the Freeview logo, will have this capability, but those bought prior to 2009 may not support MPEG4.
How do I know if my TV doesn’t support MPEG4?
TVs that do not support MPEG4 (version 10) are most likely to demonstrate the following behavior:
Channels may appear in the channel list; however, the picture is black and the sound may or may not be heard. Unsupported or no signal may be displayed.