📡 Paksat Satellite Update: Channel Shifts and New Additions at 38°E
Satellite TV viewers across Pakistan and surrounding regions are witnessing updates to popular television channels on the Paksat satellite system, particularly Paksat 1R and the recently commissioned Paksat MM1, both located at 38° East. The latest developments include frequency changes for MUN TV and Time News, as well as the addition of Dharti TV on a new transponder.
These updates are essential for satellite TV enthusiasts and installers to ensure uninterrupted viewing. Below is a breakdown of each change along with detailed information about the satellites and channels involved.
🛰️ About the Satellites: Paksat 1R and Paksat MM1
🔹 Paksat 1R
- Orbital Position: 38° East
- Launched: August 2011
- Operator: SUPARCO (Pakistan’s Space Agency)
- Purpose: Provides communication and broadcasting services across South Asia, Middle East, and East Africa
- Band: C and Ku-band
🔹 Paksat MM1
- Orbital Position: 38.2° East
- Launched: May 2024
- Operator: SUPARCO
- Purpose: Modern communication satellite designed to improve capacity and bandwidth with better transmission quality
- Features: Supports HD broadcasting and high-throughput services
📺 Channel Updates on Paksat
Here’s a detailed list of recent changes in channel availability and frequencies on both satellites:
| Channel | Action | Frequency | Polarization | Satellite | Orbital Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dharti TV | Added | 3863 | H | Paksat MM1 | 38.2° E |
| MUN TV | Added | 4143 | V | Paksat 1R | 38° E |
| Time News | Added | 4143 | V | Paksat 1R | 38° E |
| MUN TV | Removed | 4064 | V | Paksat 1R | 38° E |
| Time News | Removed | 4064 | V | Paksat 1R | 38° E |
📡 Detailed Information About Each Channel
📺 Dharti TV
Dharti TV is a Sindhi-language entertainment and news channel, well-known for its regional coverage of Sindh’s culture, politics, and daily affairs. The channel offers a mix of news bulletins, talk shows, documentaries, and cultural programming.
- New Frequency: 3863 H
- Satellite: Paksat MM1
- The inclusion of Dharti TV on the newly launched Paksat MM1 reflects its rising popularity and the broadcaster’s intent to improve reach and signal clarity, especially in rural Sindh.
📺 MUN TV
MUN TV is a Pakistani infotainment channel that focuses on educational programs, current affairs, and general knowledge content. It serves as a useful resource for youth and competitive exam candidates.
- Old Frequency (removed): 4064 V
- New Frequency (added): 4143 V
- Satellite: Paksat 1R
- The frequency shift suggests a transponder migration to support better bandwidth allocation and possibly HD transition. Viewers should rescan to avoid disruption.
📺 Time News
Time News is a 24/7 Urdu news channel based in Pakistan. Known for its quick updates, regional news, and political shows, Time News provides up-to-the-minute coverage from all over Pakistan.
- Old Frequency (removed): 4064 V
- New Frequency (added): 4143 V
- Satellite: Paksat 1R
- The change aligns with technical upgrades on Paksat, potentially improving signal strength and transmission quality.
🛰️ What This Update Means for Viewers
These changes are part of a larger reconfiguration effort to modernize satellite broadcasting and allocate resources more efficiently. With the commissioning of Paksat MM1, channels like Dharti TV can now leverage enhanced bandwidth and signal quality, while existing channels on Paksat 1R are shifting to optimized frequencies.
To continue viewing these channels, viewers are advised to rescan their satellite receivers using the updated frequencies mentioned above. Installers and dealers should also take note to guide customers accordingly.
✅ Conclusion
This update from Paksat is part of a broader move to enhance Pakistan’s satellite broadcasting infrastructure. With Dharti TV going live on the latest Paksat MM1 and other channels optimizing their frequency placements on Paksat 1R, satellite TV users can expect clearer signals, better reliability, and more diverse content.
Stay connected for more satellite channel updates and technical insights into frequency changes and satellite movements.
