We inform you that from March 24, corresponding to Farvardin 5, 1383, there will be a small change in the Hotbird 3 satellite as follows: New Symbol Rate: 27.5 MS/s (Hotbird Only) from 12.8 MS/s. Please note that the only change is in the symbol rate. ----------------------------------------------------------- Video Satellite: Telestar 12 Frequency: 12.608 GHz Polarization: Horizontal Symbol Rate: 19.279 Msym/s FEC: 2/3 SID 6 APID 69, VPID 77 Satellite: Hotbird 3 TP: 88 Frequency: 12.226 GHz Symbol Rate: 27.5 MS/s FEC: 3/4 Polarization: Vertical Size of dish: 110 cm 150 cm good reception ------------------------------ Audio Satellite: Telestar 12 Orbital Location: 15 Degrees West Frequency: 12.608 GHz Polarization: Horizontal Symbol Rate: 19.279 Msym/s FEC: 2/3 VOA Persian SID 11, APID 89 It is worth noting that on Hotbird 3 (frequency 12226) there are two Worldnet channels that sometimes broadcast the same program (like the roundtable program with you), and if one has a problem, the other can be used. Knowing the PID on Hotbird will be useful: Hotbird 3 12226 vertical, SR: 12800, FEC: 3/4 Video PID: 4260 Audio PID: 4220 PCR PID: 4260 and: Video PID: 4560 Audio PID: 4520 PCR PID: 4560 ------------------------------------------- The evening program of the Persian section of Voice of America broadcasts for three hours, from noon to 3 PM Washington time, corresponding to 8:30 to 11:30 PM Tehran time, on these wavelengths: - From noon to 1 PM Washington time, corresponding to 8:30 to 9:30 PM Tehran time or 1700-1800 UTC on shortwave 1593, 6160, 9680, and 12110 kHz - From 1 to 2 PM Washington time, corresponding to 9:30 to 10:30 PM Tehran time or 1800-1900 UTC on shortwave 648, 1593, 6160, 9495, 9680 kHz - From 2 to 3 PM Washington time, corresponding to 10:30 to 11:30 PM Tehran time or 1900-2000 UTC on shortwave 1593, 6160, 9680, and 9980 The morning program of the Persian section of Voice of America lasts for one hour from 10 to 11 PM Washington time, corresponding to 6:30 to 7:30 AM Tehran time or 0300-0400 UTC on shortwave 7200, 9435, and 17855 kHz.
New Radio and Television Frequencies - 2003-12-27
The article announces changes to the broadcasting frequencies and symbol rates for radio and television services on the Hotbird 3 satellite, effective March 24, 2004. This includes updates for both video and audio channels, particularly for the Persian section of Voice of America. These changes are significant for ensuring continued access to these broadcasts for Iranian audiences.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
The article announces changes to the broadcasting frequencies and symbol rates for radio and television services on the Hotbird 3 satellite, specifically impacting the Persian section of Voice of America. These updates are intended to ensure continued access to these broadcasts for Iranian audiences.
- The symbol rate for Hotbird 3 has changed from 12.8 MS/s to 27.5 MS/s.
- The Persian section of Voice of America broadcasts on specific shortwave frequencies at designated times.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has a history of media censorship, making international broadcasts a critical source of information for its citizens. The Voice of America aims to counter state narratives.
🏷️ Entities Mentioned
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