‘Orbit’ package begins broadcasts

The ‘Orbit’ bouquet is now up and running on ATLANTIC BIRD 2 (352.0E - 8.0W)

It looks to be an extremely good package, with many well known channels including Animal Planet, The History Channel, Disney Channel, Cartoon Network, Boomerang, TCM and several movie channels - all with English audio. It carries many high profile radio stations too such as Radio One and Virgin Radio.

Early reports suggest that it makes very good viewing. It’s not yet known how easy it is to get a subscription in the UK.

It seems to be encrypted with Mediaguard, and subscription apparently involves having a  proprietary Orbit receiver installed.

A full channel line-up can be found at http://www.satcodx9.com/3521/eng/

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