Back to all satellites

Satellite reception details

Galaxy 18 Channel List & Frequencies

123.0°W C - Ku Location-based dish alignment

Galaxy 18 (123°W) carries 48 TV channels, 14 of them free-to-air, mostly for United States, Mexico and India. Channel list last updated

Asia Middle East South America North America

Strong TP to check alignment: 4040 V 30000

A free-to-air C-band transponder carrying 6 channels: a wide, steady signal, so if it locks with a picture your dish is on the right satellite.

Channels
48
Free to air
14
Encrypted
34
Transponders
14

Dish alignment location

Choose a location for results tailored to your reception point.

Choose your location

Point your dish at Galaxy 18 from United States

From the centre of United States, aim at azimuth 218.4° (South-West) and elevation 38.3°, then turn the LNB 29.3° clockwise.

Dish angles for Galaxy 18 by country
FromAzimuthElevationLNB skew
United States218.4° South-West38.3°29.3° clockwise
Mexico224.5° South-West54.2°40.2° clockwise
Brazil274.0° West13.2°79.2° counterclockwise
Canada211.5° South-West17.9°15.2° clockwise
Argentina288.6° West17.0°51.8° counterclockwise
Dominican Republic255.9° West27.6°66.5° 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.

Latest updates on Galaxy 18

Satellite TV by country on Galaxy 18

Dish angles, best satellites and channels for countries Galaxy 18 covers.

FrequencyPolaritySymbol rateBeamChannels
4,009 MHzV15,000C5
4,040 MHzV30,000C6
4,060 MHzH29,270C5
4,100 MHzH30,000C10
4,120 MHzV30,000C4
4,140 MHzH34,286C9
4,160 MHzV34,286C5
4,180 MHzH0C0
11,731 MHzV5,500Ku1
11,760 MHzV30,000Ku0
11,820 MHzH30,000Ku0
12,008 MHzH12,660Ku3
12,060 MHzH30,000Ku0
12,078 MHzV3,680Ku1
ChannelTuningVideoAccessBeamUpdatedDetails
SportPlus (Greece)4,009 VMPEG-4/HDBISSC—View channel
3ABN English4,009 VSDFTAC 0—View channel
Israel+4,009 VSDViaccessC 0—View channel
[IKOMG test card]4,009 V—FTAC—View channel
[3ABN English info card]4,009 VMPEG-2/SDFTAC—View channel
TBN USA4,040 VSDFTAC 0—View channel
TBN Inspire USA4,040 VHD 1080FTAC 0—View channel
Positiv4,040 VHD 1080FTAC 0—View channel
OnTV4U4,040 VSDFTAC 0—View channel
Enlace4,040 VSDFTAC 0—View channel
Merit Street4,040 VHDFTAC 0—View channel
(WGN feeds)4,060 H—PowerVuC—View channel
Antenna TV4,060 HMPEG-4/SDPowerVuC—View channel
NewsNation4,060 HHD 1080PowerVuC 0—View channel
Rewind TV4,060 HMPEG-4/HDPowerVuC—View channel
WGN Radio4,060 H—PowerVuC—View channel
Univisión Este4,100 HMPEG-4/HDPowerVuC—View channel
Univisión Oeste4,100 HMPEG-4/HDPowerVuC—View channel
Galavisión Este4,100 HMPEG-4/HDPowerVuC—View channel
Galavisión Oeste4,100 HMPEG-4/HDPowerVuC—View channel
TUDN Estados Unidos4,100 HMPEG-4/HDPowerVuC—View channel
TUDN Dos4,100 H—PowerVuC—View channel
UniMás Este4,100 HMPEG-4/HDPowerVuC—View channel
UniMás Oeste4,100 HMPEG-4/HDPowerVuC—View channel
Great Entertainment TV4,100 HMPEG-4/SDPowerVuC—View channel
Univisión Alternate4,100 HMPEG-4/HDPowerVuC—View channel
MLB Network4,120 VHEVC/HDPowerVuC—View channel
MLB Network Alternate4,120 VHEVC/HDPowerVuC—View channel
[MLB test card]4,120 VHEVC/HDPowerVuC—View channel
MLB Strike Zone4,120 VHEVC/HDPowerVuC—View channel
Disney Channel East4,140 HHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
Freeform East4,140 HHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
Disney XD East4,140 HHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
Disney Jr East4,140 HHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
Disney Channel West4,140 HHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
Freeform West4,140 HHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
Disney XD West4,140 HHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
Disney Jr West4,140 HHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
[test card]4,140 HHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
ESPN US4,160 VHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
SEC Network4,160 VHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
ESPNews4,160 VHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
SEC Network Alternate4,160 VHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
[test card]4,160 VHEVC/HDDigicipherC—View channel
Telesecundaria 311,731 VSDFTAKu 0240307View channel
Daystar TV12,008 HHD 1080FTAKu 0—View channel
Daystar TV Español12,008 HHD 720FTAKu 0—View channel
Daystar Reflections12,008 HSDFTAKu 0—View channel
KBS World12,078 VSDFTAKu 0170628View channel

Galaxy 18 FAQ

What channels are on Galaxy 18 (123°W)?
Galaxy 18 (123°W) carries 48 TV channels, 14 of them free-to-air and 34 encrypted, on 14 transponders, mostly for viewers in United States, Mexico and India.
How do I point my dish at Galaxy 18 (123°W)?
From the centre of United States, aim the dish at azimuth 218.4° (South-West) and elevation 38.3°, then turn the LNB 29.3° clockwise. Set your location on this page for the exact angles at your address.
What is the strong TP for Galaxy 18 (123°W)?
Tune 4040 V 30000 (vertical polarisation) to check your dish is aligned. A free-to-air C-band transponder carrying 6 channels: a wide, steady signal, so if it locks with a picture your dish is on the right satellite.
📱

Align Your Dish With the Android App

Take DishTuner into the field with mobile tools for dish setup:

  • ✓ Live compass overlay for azimuth direction
  • ✓ AR-guided dish positioning
  • ✓ Azimuth, elevation, and LNB skew values
  • ✓ Satellite and channel data on your phone
Download for Android
Download for iOS

Galaxy 18 is listed in the DishTuner satellite database at 123.0°W. 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.

Galaxy 18 Satellite Overview

Satellite NameGalaxy 18
Orbital Position123.0°W
Coverage RegionsAsia, Middle East, South America, North America
Total Channels in Database44
Total Transponders in Database14
Free-to-Air Channel Rows13
Encrypted Channel Rows31
Main Languages 112 Gre, Eng, Heb,  192 , Spa,  700 ,  501 Eng,  400 Eng,  102 Eng, 2136 Spa, 2236 Spa, 2536 Spa

Coverage Area of Galaxy 18

DishTuner currently groups Galaxy 18 with these coverage regions: Asia, Middle East, South America, North America. 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 Galaxy 18 are Asia, Middle East, South America, North America. 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 Galaxy 18 includes country links such as Australia, Papua New Guinea, India, Japan, Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, Cyprus, Iran, Turkey, Greece, Italy. 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 Galaxy 18

DishTuner currently lists 44 unique channels connected to Galaxy 18. 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 Galaxy 18

The table below shows a representative channel sample for Galaxy 18. The complete channel lineup may be longer and can change when providers update frequencies or encryption status.

ChannelFrequencyPolaritySymbol RateLanguageAccess
SportPlus (Greece)4009V15000 112 GreBISS
3ABN English4009V15000EngFTA / Clear
Israel+4009V15000HebViaccess
[IKOMG test card]4009V15000 192 FTA / Clear
TBN USA4040V30000EngFTA / Clear
TBN Inspire USA4040V30000EngFTA / Clear
Positiv4040V30000EngFTA / Clear
OnTV4U4040V30000EngFTA / Clear
Enlace4040V30000SpaFTA / Clear
Merit Street4040V30000EngFTA / Clear
(WGN feeds)4060H29270 700 PowerVu
Antenna TV4060H29270 501 EngPowerVu
NewsNation4060H29270EngPowerVu
Rewind TV4060H29270 400 EngPowerVu
WGN Radio4060H29270 102 EngPowerVu
Univisión Este4100H300002136 SpaPowerVu
Univisión Oeste4100H300002236 SpaPowerVu
Galavisión Este4100H300002536 SpaPowerVu
Galavisión Oeste4100H300002636 SpaPowerVu
TUDN Estados Unidos4100H300002730 SpaPowerVu

Transponder List of Galaxy 18

Receiver tuning depends on accurate transponder values. The following sample includes frequencies and symbol rates currently stored for Galaxy 18. Always rescan from the latest receiver list when services move or providers update multiplexes.

FrequencyPolarizationSymbol RateBeam
4009V15000Varies
4040V30000Varies
4060H29270C
4100H30000C
4120V30000C
4140H34286Varies
4160V34286Varies
4180HC
11731V5500Varies
11760V30000Ku
11820H30000Ku
12008H12660Ku
12060H30000Ku
12078V3680Ku

Languages Available on Galaxy 18

The language data currently associated with Galaxy 18 includes  112 Gre, Eng, Heb,  192 , Spa,  700 ,  501 Eng,  400 Eng,  102 Eng, 2136 Spa, 2236 Spa, 2536 Spa. Audio language metadata can vary by channel and transponder, especially where a service carries multiple audio tracks.

Main Languages

Main language labels for Galaxy 18 currently include  112 Gre, Eng, Heb,  192 , Spa,  700 ,  501 Eng,  400 Eng,  102 Eng, 2136 Spa, 2236 Spa, 2536 Spa. If a channel carries several audio tracks, your receiver may show more language options after scanning.

Free-to-Air Channels on Galaxy 18

DishTuner marks 13 channel-transponder rows for Galaxy 18 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 31 encrypted channel-transponder rows for Galaxy 18. Encrypted services usually require a valid subscription, compatible receiver or provider-approved module, depending on the platform.

How to Tune Galaxy 18

Start by selecting Galaxy 18 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 Galaxy 18?

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.

Related Satellites

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Galaxy 18 used for?

Galaxy 18 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 Galaxy 18?

Country links currently associated with Galaxy 18 include Australia, Papua New Guinea, India, Japan, Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, Cyprus, Iran, Turkey, Greece, Italy, but actual reception depends on beam coverage, dish size and local setup.

How can I find channels on Galaxy 18?

Use the channel list and transponder sample on this page, then scan the latest frequencies on your receiver. DishTuner currently lists 44 unique channels for Galaxy 18.

Does Galaxy 18 have free-to-air channels?

Some rows for Galaxy 18 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 Galaxy 18?

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

Galaxy 18 at 123.0°W 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.