Is Astra satellite still working?
In October 2019, Astra 3A started moving West at approx 0.8°/day until returned to 86.5°W in December 2019. The first Astra satellite. Now retired in graveyard orbit.
Which satellite are German channels on?
Astra1 satellite
The most popular way to watch German TV in the UK is by using a dish aligned to the Astra1 satellite. This will give you access to ARD, ZDF and Vox without any subscription. All you will need is a satellite receiver.
Which satellite should I use for Freesat?
Astra 28.2°E
Technical details. Freesat broadcasts from the same fleet of satellites (Astra 28.2°E) as Sky.
Has Astra 2 satellite moved?
On 6th February, 2014 most free UK TV services were transferred to a new satellite, Astra 2E. The move of channels to Astra 2E and Astra 2F has proven catastrophic for viewers of public service channels in southern Spain, Portugal, and parts of eastern and southern Europe.
How high up is Astra satellite?
The Hot Bird satellites are 13 degrees east of the Prime Meridian, Astra-1 satellites at 19.2 degrees and Astra-2 satellites at 28.2 degrees (plus Eurobird at 28.5) for Sky Digital and other English language programmes. They are 22300 miles above the African equator.
What satellite is RTL Germany on?
Astra 19.2°E
RTL (called RTL plus from 1984–1992 and RTL Television from 1992–2004) is a German free-to-air television channel owned by the RTL Group and is the largest private network in Germany….RTL (German TV channel)
| Programming | |
|---|---|
| Satellite | |
| Astra 19.2°E (Europe) | 12188 H 27500 3/4 (SD) Germany 12226 H 27500 3/4 (SD) Austria & Switzerland |
What Astra satellite does Sky use?
Astra 2E, 2F
As of 2019, Astra 2E, 2F and 2G are the sole satellites used by Sky UK; a number of services are served via narrow UK-only spot beams, the other services downlinked with a Europe-wide footprint.