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JCSAT 3A Channel List & Frequencies

128.0°E Ku Location-based dish alignment

JCSAT 3A (128°E) carries 11 TV channels, 11 of them free-to-air, mostly for Japan and United States.

Pacific Asia Middle East Europe

Strong TP to check alignment: 12568 V 23303

A free-to-air Ku-band transponder carrying 7 channels: a wide, steady signal, so if it locks with a picture your dish is on the right satellite.

Channels
11
Free to air
11
Encrypted
0
Transponders
11

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Point your dish at JCSAT 3A from Japan

From the centre of Japan, aim at azimuth 196.7° (South) and elevation 46.9°, then turn the LNB 13.4° 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 JCSAT 3A

Dish angles, best satellites and channels for countries JCSAT 3A covers.

FrequencyPolaritySymbol rateBeamChannels
12,523 MHzH23,303Ku0
12,568 MHzV23,303Ku7
12,583 MHzH23,303Ku0
12,598 MHzV23,303Ku2
12,613 MHzH23,303Ku0
12,643 MHzH0Ku0
12,673 MHzH0Ku0
12,688 MHzV0Ku0
12,703 MHzH23,303Ku0
12,718 MHzV23,303Ku2
12,733 MHzH23,303Ku0
ChannelTuningVideoAccessBeamUpdatedDetails
Better Life Channel12,568 VHD 1080FTAKu 0—View channel
Hamamatsu Autorace12,568 VMPEG-4/HDFTAKu—View channel
Sukachan 512,568 VMPEG-4/HDFTAKu—View channel
Sukachan 812,568 VMPEG-4/HDFTAKu—View channel
Hamamatsu Autorace浜松オートレース12,568 VHD 1080FTAKu 0—View channel
Sukachan 5スカチャン 512,568 VHD 1080FTAKu 0—View channel
Sukachan 8スカチャン 812,568 VHD 1080FTAKu 0—View channel
Sukachan 212,598 VMPEG-4/HDFTAKu—View channel
Sukachan 2スカチャン 212,598 VHDFTAKu 0—View channel
Sukachan 712,718 VMPEG-4/HDFTAKu—View channel
Sukachan 7スカチャン 712,718 VHDFTAKu 0—View channel

Regions and countries associated with channels on this satellite.

PacificAsiaMiddle EastEurope

Asia (1)

North America (1)

JCSAT 3A FAQ

What channels are on JCSAT 3A (128°E)?
JCSAT 3A (128°E) carries 11 TV channels, all free-to-air, on 11 transponders, mostly for viewers in Japan and United States.
How do I point my dish at JCSAT 3A (128°E)?
From the centre of Japan, aim the dish at azimuth 196.7° (South) and elevation 46.9°, then turn the LNB 13.4° clockwise. Set your location on this page for the exact angles at your address.
What is the strong TP for JCSAT 3A (128°E)?
Tune 12568 V 23303 (vertical polarisation) to check your dish is aligned. A free-to-air Ku-band transponder carrying 7 channels: a wide, steady signal, so if it locks with a picture your dish is on the right satellite.
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JCSAT 3A is listed in the DishTuner satellite database at 128.0°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.

JCSAT 3A Satellite Overview

Satellite NameJCSAT 3A
Orbital Position128.0°E
Coverage RegionsPacific, Asia, Middle East, Europe
Total Channels in Database11
Total Transponders in Database6
Free-to-Air Channel Rows11
Encrypted Channel Rows0
Main LanguagesJpn, 4168 Jpn, 4165 Jpn, 4169 Jpn, 4167 Jpn

Coverage Area of JCSAT 3A

DishTuner currently groups JCSAT 3A 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 JCSAT 3A 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 JCSAT 3A includes country links such as Japan, United States. 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 JCSAT 3A

DishTuner currently lists 11 unique channels connected to JCSAT 3A. 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 JCSAT 3A

The table below shows a representative channel sample for JCSAT 3A. The complete channel lineup may be longer and can change when providers update frequencies or encryption status.

ChannelFrequencyPolaritySymbol RateLanguageAccess
Better Life Channel12568V23303JpnFTA / Clear
Hamamatsu Autorace12568V233034168 JpnFTA / Clear
Sukachan 512568V233034165 JpnFTA / Clear
Sukachan 812568V233034169 JpnFTA / Clear
Hamamatsu Autorace浜松オートレース12568V23303JpnFTA / Clear
Sukachan 5スカチャン 512568V23303JpnFTA / Clear
Sukachan 8スカチャン 812568V23303JpnFTA / Clear
Sukachan 212598V233034167 JpnFTA / Clear
Sukachan 2スカチャン 212598V23303JpnFTA / Clear
Sukachan 712718V233034167 JpnFTA / Clear
Sukachan 7スカチャン 712718V23303JpnFTA / Clear

Transponder List of JCSAT 3A

Receiver tuning depends on accurate transponder values. The following sample includes frequencies and symbol rates currently stored for JCSAT 3A. Always rescan from the latest receiver list when services move or providers update multiplexes.

FrequencyPolarizationSymbol RateBeam
12568V23303Varies
12598V23303Varies
12643HKu
12673HKu
12688VKu
12718V23303Varies

Languages Available on JCSAT 3A

The language data currently associated with JCSAT 3A includes Jpn, 4168 Jpn, 4165 Jpn, 4169 Jpn, 4167 Jpn. Audio language metadata can vary by channel and transponder, especially where a service carries multiple audio tracks.

Main Languages

Main language labels for JCSAT 3A currently include Jpn, 4168 Jpn, 4165 Jpn, 4169 Jpn, 4167 Jpn. If a channel carries several audio tracks, your receiver may show more language options after scanning.

Free-to-Air Channels on JCSAT 3A

DishTuner marks 11 channel-transponder rows for JCSAT 3A 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 0 encrypted channel-transponder rows for JCSAT 3A. Encrypted services usually require a valid subscription, compatible receiver or provider-approved module, depending on the platform.

How to Tune JCSAT 3A

Start by selecting JCSAT 3A 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 JCSAT 3A?

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 JCSAT 3A used for?

JCSAT 3A 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 JCSAT 3A?

Country links currently associated with JCSAT 3A include Japan, United States, but actual reception depends on beam coverage, dish size and local setup.

How can I find channels on JCSAT 3A?

Use the channel list and transponder sample on this page, then scan the latest frequencies on your receiver. DishTuner currently lists 11 unique channels for JCSAT 3A.

Does JCSAT 3A have free-to-air channels?

Some rows for JCSAT 3A 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 JCSAT 3A?

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

JCSAT 3A at 128.0°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.