Channel tuning details
SBS SA Frequency
SBS SA broadcasts both free-to-air and encrypted (Irdeto) on Optus D3 (156°E) and Measat 3a (160°E), using 2 transponder frequencies in SD, HD 1080. It is listed for Australia. Get exact pointing angles for your location with the free dish alignment calculator.
Frequency summary
Receiver setting: 12436 H 30500
- Frequency
- 12436 MHz
- Polarisation
- Horizontal (H)
- Symbol rate
- 30500 kS/s
- Satellite
- Measat 3a 160°E
- Satellites
- 2
- Frequencies
- 2
- Countries
- 1
- Access
- FTA available
Reception details
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Frequency FAQ
- What is the frequency of SBS SA?
- SBS SA broadcasts on 12436 MHz, horizontal polarisation, symbol rate 30500 kS/s on Measat 3a (160°E). Receiver setting: 12436 H 30500.
- Which satellite is SBS SA on?
- SBS SA is on Measat 3a (160°E). It is also carried on Optus D3 (156°E).
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