FICORA claims that signals from the DNA communications masts have caused disturbances to channels on the network of Digita, Finland’s leading distributor of radio and television. In some cases televisions have even gone blank because of DNA frequencies.
DNA is using existing mobile phone communications masts for its high-definition television broadcasts, whereas Digita uses television masts. As the signals from DNA’s transmitters are very strong, these may interfere with the reception of Digita’s channels.
According to FICORA, homes may have to change their antenna amplifier as well as redirecting their antennas in order to fix digital television problems. The Regulatory Authority recommends that all adjustments to amplifiers and antennas be carried out by professionals. DNA has also promised assistance, if their signal is disturbing the television picture.
The subject was first covered by FICORA's customer magazine Signaali.
DNA recently launched its own digital television broadcast network. DNA was also the first company to get permission to start HD-broadcasts in its own network. Up to now, only Digita has been operating digital television broadcasts.
DNA’s idea to use existing mobile communication masts for its new HDTV network has attracted wide international interest. The unique aerial television network solution got DNA shortlisted for this year's international IBC award for television and broadcasting professionals.