January 31, 2006
Sky will launch its range of HD channels on the EPG over the coming weeks.Although all viewers with an upgraded EPG will be able to see listings for the stations, customers will not be able to upgrade to view channels on the HD service until later this Spring. The channels launching are:From 30 JanuaryCh 311 - Sky Movies 9 HDCh 312 - Sky Movies 10 HDFrom 7 FebruaryCh 405 - Sky Sports HDCh 756 - Sky Box Office HD 1Ch 593 - National Geographic HD (changing to 543 on 28 February)From 14 FebruaryCh 291 - Sky One HD (changing to 197 on 28 February)Ch 757 - Sky Box Office HD 2Ch 158 - Artsworld HD (changing to 268 on 28 February)Ch 557 -Discovery HD (changing to 525 on 28 February)Sky HD customers will be able to view listings for HD channels only via a special red-button feature on the Sky EPG.Source: DigitalSpy
Sky HD channels to launch on EPG
bySky will launch its range of HD channels on the EPG over the coming weeks.Although all viewers with an upgraded EPG will be able to see listings for the stations, customers will not be able to upgrade to view channels on the HD service until later this Spring. The channels launching are:From 30 JanuaryCh 311 - Sky Movies 9 HDCh 312 - Sky Movies 10 HDFrom 7 FebruaryCh 405 - Sky Sports HDCh 756 - Sky Box Office HD 1Ch 593 - National Geographic HD (changing to 543 on 28 February)From 14 FebruaryCh 291 - Sky One HD (changing to 197 on 28 February)Ch 757 - Sky Box Office HD 2Ch 158 - Artsworld HD (changing to 268 on 28 February)Ch 557 -Discovery HD (changing to 525 on 28 February)Sky HD customers will be able to view listings for HD channels only via a special red-button feature on the Sky EPG.Source: DigitalSpy
January 25, 2006
HOT BIRD 7A begins pre-flight preparations for its upcoming Ariane 5 ECA launch.Eutelsat's HOT BIRD 7A satellite is undergoing initial checkout at the Spaceport's S5 payload preparation facility following its arrival in French Guiana late last week.The telecommunications platform, which was produced by Europe's Alcatel Alenia Space, was airlifted to French Guiana late last week, and has now been removed from the large container that protected the spacecraft during its transatlantic trip.HOT BIRD 7A will be joined by the Spanish SPAINSAT spacecraft for a trademark dual launch that is scheduled for February 21. This mission will use the heavy-lift version of Arianespace's workhorse Ariane 5.Based on Alcatel Alenia Space's Spacebus 3000B3 platform, HOT BIRD 7A will have a mass at liftoff of more than 4 metric tons, and its solar panels are to deliver 10 kW of electrical power. The satellite carries 38 Ku-band transponders and its targeted operating lifetime is 15 years.
Hotbird 7a launch preparations
byHOT BIRD 7A begins pre-flight preparations for its upcoming Ariane 5 ECA launch.Eutelsat's HOT BIRD 7A satellite is undergoing initial checkout at the Spaceport's S5 payload preparation facility following its arrival in French Guiana late last week.The telecommunications platform, which was produced by Europe's Alcatel Alenia Space, was airlifted to French Guiana late last week, and has now been removed from the large container that protected the spacecraft during its transatlantic trip.HOT BIRD 7A will be joined by the Spanish SPAINSAT spacecraft for a trademark dual launch that is scheduled for February 21. This mission will use the heavy-lift version of Arianespace's workhorse Ariane 5.Based on Alcatel Alenia Space's Spacebus 3000B3 platform, HOT BIRD 7A will have a mass at liftoff of more than 4 metric tons, and its solar panels are to deliver 10 kW of electrical power. The satellite carries 38 Ku-band transponders and its targeted operating lifetime is 15 years.
January 22, 2006
The Satellite Help Forum has now reached 100 members! LOL, well it's a start. We've been up and running for just over a month now, so that's not bad going. We're hoping that before long we'll hit the 1000 :)Anyway, no slacking - get signed up today, 'cos we've got nothing better to do all day than help you guys out! :))Beginners to satellite TV are especially welcome. We'll go nice and easy on you. Really.Regards,SH
Satellite Help Forum - 100 members!
byThe Satellite Help Forum has now reached 100 members! LOL, well it's a start. We've been up and running for just over a month now, so that's not bad going. We're hoping that before long we'll hit the 1000 :)Anyway, no slacking - get signed up today, 'cos we've got nothing better to do all day than help you guys out! :))Beginners to satellite TV are especially welcome. We'll go nice and easy on you. Really.Regards,SH
January 18, 2006
A new 24-hour network from Discovery has been confirmed as the final addition to Sky's initial HDTV lineup.Discovery HD promises to "bring audiences even closer to their world with breathtaking imagery and panoramic detail", offering content from the broadcaster's extensive HD library as well as specially-commissioned programmes. Shows on the slate include Sunrise Earth and Atlas while feature-length presentations include Leopard Son, Alien Planet and Journey to the Centre of the Earth."Sky HD will offer the best picture quality available and the addition of Discovery HD to the portfolio will enable viewers to be transported into the amazing environments featured on the channel, "said Brian Sullivan, director of customer products and services at Sky. "Discovery HD will complete our initial channel line up for the launch of Sky HD later this year."Dan Brooke, UK General Manager of Discovery Networks Europe, added: "The universal appeal and relevance of the Discovery brand combined with the company's extensive library of visually compelling high-definition content make Discovery HD the ultimate television-viewing experience. As the leading provider of high-definition networks in the world, we are committed to investing in HD content both regionally and across the globe."Other channels in Sky's HD lineup include: Artsworld HD Sky Sports HD Sky One HD Sky Box Office HD Sky Movies 9 HD Sky Movies 10 HDNational Geographic HD The service is expected to launch within the next few months.Source: Digital Spy
Sky’s Initial HDTV lineup
byA new 24-hour network from Discovery has been confirmed as the final addition to Sky's initial HDTV lineup.Discovery HD promises to "bring audiences even closer to their world with breathtaking imagery and panoramic detail", offering content from the broadcaster's extensive HD library as well as specially-commissioned programmes. Shows on the slate include Sunrise Earth and Atlas while feature-length presentations include Leopard Son, Alien Planet and Journey to the Centre of the Earth."Sky HD will offer the best picture quality available and the addition of Discovery HD to the portfolio will enable viewers to be transported into the amazing environments featured on the channel, "said Brian Sullivan, director of customer products and services at Sky. "Discovery HD will complete our initial channel line up for the launch of Sky HD later this year."Dan Brooke, UK General Manager of Discovery Networks Europe, added: "The universal appeal and relevance of the Discovery brand combined with the company's extensive library of visually compelling high-definition content make Discovery HD the ultimate television-viewing experience. As the leading provider of high-definition networks in the world, we are committed to investing in HD content both regionally and across the globe."Other channels in Sky's HD lineup include: Artsworld HD Sky Sports HD Sky One HD Sky Box Office HD Sky Movies 9 HD Sky Movies 10 HDNational Geographic HD The service is expected to launch within the next few months.Source: Digital Spy
January 10, 2006
Channel 4 is considering dropping the subscription on FilmFour, its only remaining pay TV service, according to the Media Guardian.
FilmFour to go free on Freeview?
byChannel 4 is considering dropping the subscription on FilmFour, its only remaining pay TV service, according to the Media Guardian.
The move would see FilmFour's potential audience go from 400,000 households to 15 million households, with basic carriage on Sky, cable and Freeview.Subscribers currently pay around £7 a month for FilmFour, which also comprises a timeshift channel and a 'popular' movies station called FilmFour Weekly.The switch - currently being mulled over by chief exec Andy Duncan - would likely herald the introduction of more adverts on the channel, which has traditionally broadcast movies uninterrupted.Earlier this year the audience share for youth-oriented station E4 doubled after it became a free service and launched on Freeview. C4, which has since launched free-to-air factual channel More4, could house FilmFour in another recently-acquired Freeview slot.Source: Digital Spy
January 9, 2006
Hooray! We have our first new FAQ online... and If you're a Dreamer but not yet a streamer (groan!), you'll want to read this :)Check it out here: Dreambox Streaming for Beginners Also, please leave us some feedback via the poll on that thread.
Dreambox Streaming For Beginners
by AnaloguesatHooray! We have our first new FAQ online... and If you're a Dreamer but not yet a streamer (groan!), you'll want to read this :)Check it out here: Dreambox Streaming for Beginners Also, please leave us some feedback via the poll on that thread.
New logo for ITV channels to be unveiled
byITV is rebranding its channel logos to bring them into line with the new ITV4 logo, using the same design in a variety of colours. ITV will unveil the new logos this week with the on-screen launch scheduled for January 16. It is expected ITV1 will adopt the same design as ITV4, except with a black and yellow theme. The redesign is part of a major revamp to bring all ITV digital stations under one identity. Source: Wotsat
January 7, 2006
The closure date given for 'The Den' (2nd January) has come and gone, and the site remains open. The usual last minute injection of cash from members and supporters has propped the site up for a little longer. That just seems to be the way it is at Toecutters...
Toecutters Den manages to stay open
byThe closure date given for 'The Den' (2nd January) has come and gone, and the site remains open. The usual last minute injection of cash from members and supporters has propped the site up for a little longer. That just seems to be the way it is at Toecutters...
January 2, 2006
We here at Satellite Help are continually striving to improve the service that we provide to our members and visitors. To that end we are currently enhancing some major features of the site.Changes include:New fornt-end/landing pageDynamic content/news hostingRSS news feeds onto the siteRSS news feed from the Satellite Help siteRe-styled and integrated glossary with search facilityImproved site-search facilityNew FAQ's section, to be built-up soonNew links sectionFacility to contact us from the main menuPolling facilityWe hope you find the updates to your liking. Please feel free to pass comment on the forums themselves.Thanks and regards,SHwww.satellitehelp.co.uk
Satellite Help - Site improvements!
byWe here at Satellite Help are continually striving to improve the service that we provide to our members and visitors. To that end we are currently enhancing some major features of the site.Changes include:New fornt-end/landing pageDynamic content/news hostingRSS news feeds onto the siteRSS news feed from the Satellite Help siteRe-styled and integrated glossary with search facilityImproved site-search facilityNew FAQ's section, to be built-up soonNew links sectionFacility to contact us from the main menuPolling facilityWe hope you find the updates to your liking. Please feel free to pass comment on the forums themselves.Thanks and regards,SHwww.satellitehelp.co.uk
