The Internet is gradually replacing other ways of disseminating information, but television is still flourishing. Satellite TV is gradually becoming more popular than other broadcasting methods, but in order to access free channels regularly, you need to have an understanding of how satellites work.
Satellites work
Television satellites orbit the planet at the equator and constantly rotate with it.
So, each satellite covers a certain territory of the Earth with its signal, which, in fact, depends on which channels are on which satellite, because certain parts of the planet are inhabited by different nations.
Antenna operation
A satellite antenna is a "dish" that collects a signal from space in its center and amplifies it to a certain stability. To receive high-quality broadcasting from distant satellites, you need to install a large diameter antenna. A converter is installed in the center of each "plate", whichpicks up signals, further converting them into sounds and images, transmitting them to the receiver. The latter is installed directly next to the TV and plays the role of a receiver. It finally decodes the signal and transmits the resulting image directly to the screen. For this, special software is installed in it, which determines which channels from which satellites the device will receive (only free, paid or previously encoded thanks to the installation of new software).
Advantages of satellite broadcasting
Among the pluses should be highlighted:
- excellent picture and sound quality;
- limitless choice of channels (virtually all TV stations available today broadcast on satellite frequencies);
- large number of free channels;
- ability to record broadcasts;
- wide availability (regardless of region of residence);
- low cost equipment;
- the ability to view the program guide directly in the system options.
If there were fewer items on this list, television might not be as popular today.
Flaws
The main disadvantage is that, no matter which channels are broadcast on which satellite, in bad weather the signal will disappear. Meteorological dependence is especially evident when the sky is heavily overcast, it is raining or snowing. The quality of the signal also depends on the directivity of the antenna, its converter must look south, since all satellites are located in the equator.
If there is an obstacle in the space between the antenna and the satellite, the signal will be lost. A vivid example: braiding the converter with grapes, flowers, or the appearance of a new tree.
Also, the receiver needs to be serviced from time to time, since channels change encodings from time to time and disappear from the screens.
Features of installation and broadcasting
A detailed list of which channels and on which satellites they broadcast will be presented below. The main feature in this matter is the choice: watch only free channels or purchase a specific package from a satellite TV provider.
When wanting to watch their favorite shows without paying monthly fees, consumers most often order a set of two antennas for installation. This allows you to expand the list of received channels to signals from satellites Eutelsat W4, Astra 4.9 (Sirius), ABS, Yamal and Hotbird.
The satellite on which more Russian channels will be shown depends on the model of the receiver-receiver and its operating system. So, many channels are now switching to broadcasting in HD quality, while older models of receivers do not support this and even when receiving a signal they will not be able to display an image on a TV screen.
Absolutely all television channels from satellites are broadcast in the C or Ku bands, which differ in frequencies.
ABS channel list
This satellite operates in the Ku band and covers almost the entire territory of Eurasia,therefore very popular among Russians. There is only one paid package on the satellite - MTS-TV, the rest of the channels are freely available.
So, which satellite has more channels with Russian-language content? Let's count together. The ABS satellite offers the following channels for viewing:
- RU TV;
- "TNT4";
- "Friday";
- "Moscow trust";
- "Moscow 24";
- "TV3 +4";
- TV TOP SHOP;
- "RBC";
- "Belarus 24";
- "TV3 +2";
- "Star";
- "TRO";
- Fashion TV;
- "World 24";
- TNV;
- "World";
- "Point TV";
- "World +4";
- "TNT4 +2";
- "Together RF";
- "My world";
- "TNT";
- "Channel 8";
- "TV channel 360 (Moscow region)";
- "TNT" +4 and +7;
- Shopping TV;
- "Union";
- "2X2" and "2X2 Ural";
- "Horse world";
- "Kaleidoscope";
- "HD World".
Astra satellites
It is impossible to answer which channels are broadcast on which satellites, knowing only their names. Astra, for example, is represented by four satellites that spread their signal to different territories. Two of them do not have Russian-language channels at all, the third one broadcasts "Pepper international", and the last one is popular in Ukraine,since it has most of the channels specifically Ukrainian and in the public domain. The Ukrainian pay television Viasat-Ukraine also distributes its signal on it.
The Amos satellite also broadcasts mainly Ukrainian channels, but also carries some Hungarian, Romanian and Israeli channels on its frequencies.
Hotbird channels
This source of information distributes the signals of many TV channels throughout Europe and our country. Among its pay TV packages are only foreign offers, while Russian-language ones are freely available. Among them:
- "RBC";
- "TNT";
- "News";
- "RTR Planet";
- "Chanson";
- "Russia 24";
- Euronews;
- RU-TV;
- MusicBox Russia;
- TV ENG;
- "STS";
- "K+";
- "ORT" ("1 channel");
- "ORT" HD;
- "New World";
- "NTV World";
- "Russian Bestseller";
- 8 TV EN;
- "Present";
- "Union" and so on.
On which other satellite can Russian channels be found in large numbers? Of course, this is Yamal.
List of channels on the Yamal satellite
This source of information is also available in space in several variations under the same name. Each of its varieties carries on board a wide list of publicly accessible federal channels anddistributes them in different ranges.
Among its information flows, citizens are most interested in:
- "TNT";
- "REN-TV";
- "Disney";
- "Home";
- "Russia24";
- "Star";
- "Russia2";
- "TV3";
- "NTV";
- "STS";
- "NTV";
- "Pepper";
- "Yu" and others.
More satellites
On which satellites which channels will be more preferable? It depends on where you live. So, especially for residents of the Far East, the Urals and Siberia, the Express satellite broadcasts its frequencies. On board were placed paid channel packages and free ones, but with a temporary shift relative to Moscow. Also, specialized broadcasting for Siberia is available on the Bonum satellite.
If you choose a satellite solely by the number of free channels, then from the remaining list you can select "Horizon", "Express", "AzerSpice" and "Intelsat". The latter is also popular due to the large number of radio stations. Among the less common options, Russian-language channels can be found in small numbers on the Asiasat satellite.
Paid popularity
On which satellites which channels are located? This is approximately clear, now you should deal with the popularity of such a source.information, like Eutelsat W4, because it is not mentioned anywhere in the above list. The peculiarity of this satellite is that its broadcasting provides broadcasting of such paid channel packages as "Tricolor" and "NTV-Plus" throughout the country. It is because of the maximum popularity of these operators among the population that this satellite has gained popularity in our country. Of course, almost all channels on it are encrypted and are opened only to subscribers after payment, but you can also find open frequencies of the Orthodox "Union" and Kazan "TNV" in its list.
Conclusion
So on which satellites are Russian channels in greater numbers? It all depends on the desire to watch free broadcasts or purchased channel packages from popular operators. In most cases, citizens prefer to save money and prefer the need to periodically change the settings of their receivers. At the same time, it is best to direct your antennas to the Yamal, ABS or HotBird satellites. At the same time, you should be prepared for the fact that from time to time you will have to pay a certain amount to a specialist who is able to return the missing channels, and they will disappear over time. Also, free television (even on satellite broadcasting) rarely provides subscribers with good picture and sound quality. The dependence of the operation of such equipment on the weather is very high, and you will have to pay extra for each breakdown.
Paid operators offer their subscribers more favorable conditions, since the quality of their broadcasts is always onthe highest level and at the same time weather dependence is not so strongly felt. Operators also offer customers professional service of specialized equipment in case of breakdown. At the same time, the broadcasting of channels also spreads equally well to the entire territory of the country, the main thing is that there is a sky above it. Maybe it is thanks to such qualitative advantages that most of the subscribers today are switching to paid satellite TV operators and are ready to pay a fixed amount for the timely elimination of any problems.
Paid operators regularly offer new customers promotional offers to connect and purchase channel packages. Such ways to save money have always attracted people, and this case is no exception. There are more and more subscribers who are ready to pay for watching their favorite programs. Of course, there are also a lot of owners and those who want to get a "plate" for free use.
