Xelevision in Australia has remained mostly unchanged since its introduction. Digital television replaces the older analog television system and has the following improvements:

   • Sharp, clear television pictures with no more  or interference
   • Hi Fi stereo sound plus the abilty to provide surround sound
   • , which has a picture width closely matching that which is used in cinema
   • Up to five programs broadcasting in the same channel space as the old system


The ABC, SBS, WIN, DTV and Southern Cross television stations have commenced digital television in Hobart and a Set Top Box decoder is required to view digital channels on your current television set.