What is the best Astra satellite frequency?
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| Satellite, Beam | Frequency (MHz) | Modulation |
|---|---|---|
| Astra 2G EU | 11171 | DVB-S QPSK |
| Astra 2G EU | 11479 | DVB-S QPSK |
| Astra 2E EU | 11954 | DVB-S QPSK |
| Astra 2F EU | 12207 | DVB-S QPSK |
What angle should my satellite dish be?
The first step to setting up your dish is to point the dish in a South to Southeast direction, this can be achieved either using the position of the sun or using a compass (B2022). Although the orbital position of the satellite is 28.2 degrees East of South, the actual compass bearing will be slightly different.
What should my satellite settings for Freeview?
If your telly gets Freesat or Sky subscription-based services, you want to align your satellite dish towards the Astra 2 Satellites or the Eurobird. For Astra 2 Satellites, the satellite alignment should be at 28.2E while for Eurobird, moving the dish to 28.5E should do the trick.
What is the Astra 2E satellite installation guide?
This is a satellite dish installation guide for the satellites used for reception of domestic British TV and radio services. This guide is mainly for the Astra 2E, 2F and Astra 2G satellites, these carry the main PSB channels from the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5.
What is the actual beam centre and diameter of Astra 2E?
There is uncertainty as to the actual beam centre and diameter. Good for educational purposes! Instructions for people pointing Ku band antennas at Astra 2E satellite at 28.2 deg east orbit position. In the Europe map, put your mouse cursor to your location and then double click or simply drag the map .
How to adjust the polarisation of Astra?
1. In the case of Astra, the polarisation is linear, so rotational adjustment amount of the feed system is required. Face towards the satellite in the sky. Clockwise is positive. It is assumed that the polarisation as it leave the satellite is parallel to the earth’s axis.
How to point Ku band antennas at Astra 2E satellite?
Instructions for people pointing Ku band antennas at Astra 2E satellite at 28.2 deg east orbit position. In the Europe map, put your mouse cursor to your location and then double click or simply drag the map . The map image will move so that the chosen point is in the centre.