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ChinaSat 11 Channel List & Frequencies

98.0°E C Location-based dish alignment

ChinaSat 11 (98°E) carries 10 TV channels, 2 of them free-to-air, mostly for Hong Kong, India and Taiwan.

Pacific Asia Middle East Europe

Strong TP to check alignment: 3975 V 34284

A free-to-air C-band transponder carrying 10 channels: a wide, steady signal, so if it locks with a picture your dish is on the right satellite.

Channels
10
Free to air
2
Encrypted
8
Transponders
2

Dish alignment location

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Point your dish at ChinaSat 11 from Hong Kong

From the centre of Hong Kong, aim at azimuth 217.4° (South-West) and elevation 58.2°, then turn the LNB 34.2° clockwise.

Dish angles for ChinaSat 11 by country
FromAzimuthElevationLNB skew
Hong Kong217.4° South-West58.2°34.2° clockwise
India131.7° South-East56.5°44.6° counterclockwise
Taiwan226.8° South-West52.3°41.9° clockwise
Nepal152.0° South-East53.8°24.5° counterclockwise
Pakistan133.2° South-East43.6°39.1° counterclockwise
China192.1° South48.7°9.9° clockwise

Angles are calculated from the centre of each country. Set your location above for the exact azimuth, elevation and LNB skew at your address.

Satellite TV by country on ChinaSat 11

Dish angles, best satellites and channels for countries ChinaSat 11 covers.

FrequencyPolaritySymbol rateBeamChannels
3,975 MHzV34,28440-4210
4,093 MHzH42,85540-420
ChannelTuningVideoAccessBeamUpdatedDetails
VFM 993,975 V—FTA——View channel
Channel I3,975 VHDTongfangC—View channel
TV Maldives3,975 VHEVCTongfangC—View channel
ARY Digital Asia3,975 VHEVCTongfangC—View channel
KBS World3,975 VHEVCTongfangC—View channel
Dubai TV International3,975 VHEVCTongfangC—View channel
RT News3,975 VHEVCTongfangC—View channel
RTVi Asia3,975 VSDTongfangC—View channel
Sky News International3,975 VHEVCTongfangC—View channel
YES3,975 VHEVC/HDFTA40-42—View channel

Regions and countries associated with channels on this satellite.

PacificAsiaMiddle EastEurope

ChinaSat 11 FAQ

What channels are on ChinaSat 11 (98°E)?
ChinaSat 11 (98°E) carries 10 TV channels, 2 of them free-to-air and 8 encrypted, on 2 transponders, mostly for viewers in Hong Kong, India and Taiwan.
How do I point my dish at ChinaSat 11 (98°E)?
From the centre of Hong Kong, aim the dish at azimuth 217.4° (South-West) and elevation 58.2°, then turn the LNB 34.2° clockwise. Set your location on this page for the exact angles at your address.
What is the strong TP for ChinaSat 11 (98°E)?
Tune 3975 V 34284 (vertical polarisation) to check your dish is aligned. A free-to-air C-band transponder carrying 10 channels: a wide, steady signal, so if it locks with a picture your dish is on the right satellite.
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ChinaSat 11 is listed in the DishTuner satellite database at 98.0°E. This page summarizes the available satellite channels, representative frequencies, coverage information, languages and tuning notes so viewers can understand what to expect before adjusting a dish or scanning a receiver.

ChinaSat 11 Satellite Overview

Satellite NameChinaSat 11
Orbital Position98.0°E
Coverage RegionsPacific, Asia, Middle East, Europe
Total Channels in Database9
Total Transponders in Database1
Free-to-Air Channel Rows1
Encrypted Channel Rows8
Main Languages4221 , Ben, Div, Urd, Kor, Ara, Eng, Rus

Coverage Area of ChinaSat 11

DishTuner currently groups ChinaSat 11 with these coverage regions: Pacific, Asia, Middle East, Europe. Actual reception can vary by beam, dish size, weather, cable quality and local horizon clearance. Use this coverage information as a practical starting point, then confirm the available signal from your own location.

Regions Covered

The main region labels for ChinaSat 11 are Pacific, Asia, Middle East, Europe. These labels describe the database coverage grouping, while real reception still depends on the active beam and local installation conditions.

Countries Covered

The channel data associated with ChinaSat 11 includes country links such as Australia, French Polynesia, Guam, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong. Some services may still be beam-specific or encrypted, so the receiver scan in your area may show fewer or different services than a complete database list.

Channels Available on ChinaSat 11

DishTuner currently lists 9 unique channels connected to ChinaSat 11. Channel availability can include free-to-air services, encrypted packages and regional feeds. For a full scan, use the satellite and channel tools on DishTuner satellites and DishTuner channels.

Popular Channel Categories

The DishTuner database focuses on practical receiver data: channel names, frequencies, symbol rates, countries, languages and encryption status. Because category labels are not always available in imported satellite data, use language, country and free-to-air filters to narrow the list to the services most relevant to your setup.

Channel List on ChinaSat 11

The table below shows a representative channel sample for ChinaSat 11. The complete channel lineup may be longer and can change when providers update frequencies or encryption status.

ChannelFrequencyPolaritySymbol RateLanguageAccess
VFM 993975V342844221 FTA / Clear
Channel I3975V34284BenTongfang
TV Maldives3975V34284DivTongfang
ARY Digital Asia3975V34284UrdTongfang
KBS World3975V34284KorTongfang
Dubai TV International3975V34284AraTongfang
RT News3975V34284EngTongfang
RTVi Asia3975V34284RusTongfang
Sky News International3975V34284EngTongfang

Transponder List of ChinaSat 11

Receiver tuning depends on accurate transponder values. The following sample includes frequencies and symbol rates currently stored for ChinaSat 11. Always rescan from the latest receiver list when services move or providers update multiplexes.

FrequencyPolarizationSymbol RateBeam
3975V34284Varies

Languages Available on ChinaSat 11

The language data currently associated with ChinaSat 11 includes 4221 , Ben, Div, Urd, Kor, Ara, Eng, Rus. Audio language metadata can vary by channel and transponder, especially where a service carries multiple audio tracks.

Main Languages

Main language labels for ChinaSat 11 currently include 4221 , Ben, Div, Urd, Kor, Ara, Eng, Rus. If a channel carries several audio tracks, your receiver may show more language options after scanning.

Free-to-Air Channels on ChinaSat 11

DishTuner marks 1 channel-transponder rows for ChinaSat 11 as free-to-air or clear where the database provides that status. Free-to-air availability can change, so scan the latest frequencies and verify whether your receiver identifies each service as clear or encrypted.

Encrypted and Paid Channels

The database also contains 8 encrypted channel-transponder rows for ChinaSat 11. Encrypted services usually require a valid subscription, compatible receiver or provider-approved module, depending on the platform.

How to Tune ChinaSat 11

Start by selecting ChinaSat 11 in your receiver, then enter one known frequency, polarization and symbol rate from the transponder list. After locking signal, run a blind scan or network scan if your receiver supports it. For dish pointing, DishTuner can help calculate azimuth, elevation and LNB skew for your location using the dish alignment tool.

Why Use DishTuner for ChinaSat 11?

DishTuner keeps satellite, transponder and channel information in one place so you can move from research to setup quickly. You can browse satellites, compare frequencies, check channel countries and use alignment angles before making physical dish adjustments.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ChinaSat 11 used for?

ChinaSat 11 is used for satellite TV and radio distribution, data services or regional feeds where the current database lists active channels and transponders.

Which countries are covered by ChinaSat 11?

Country links currently associated with ChinaSat 11 include Australia, French Polynesia, Guam, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, but actual reception depends on beam coverage, dish size and local setup.

How can I find channels on ChinaSat 11?

Use the channel list and transponder sample on this page, then scan the latest frequencies on your receiver. DishTuner currently lists 9 unique channels for ChinaSat 11.

Does ChinaSat 11 have free-to-air channels?

Some rows for ChinaSat 11 are marked as free-to-air or clear in the database. Use the latest transponder values and confirm the result with your own receiver scan.

What information do I need to tune ChinaSat 11?

You need the satellite position, dish pointing angles, frequency, polarization and symbol rate. DishTuner can help with the alignment values and receiver tuning data.

Conclusion

ChinaSat 11 at 98.0°E is part of the DishTuner satellite database with useful channel, frequency, coverage and tuning information. Use this page as a starting point, then confirm final reception with the latest scan from your receiver and local dish setup.