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JCSAT 4B Channel List & Frequencies

124.0°E Ku Location-based dish alignment

JCSAT 4B (124°E) carries 21 TV channels, 11 of them free-to-air, mostly for Japan, United States and Philippines. Channel list last updated

Pacific Asia Middle East Europe North America

Strong TP to check alignment: 12688 V 23303

A free-to-air Ku-band transponder carrying 4 channels on the Japan beam: a wide, steady signal, so if it locks with a picture your dish is on the right satellite.

Channels
21
Free to air
11
Encrypted
10
Transponders
16

Dish alignment location

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Point your dish at JCSAT 4B from Japan

From the centre of Japan, aim at azimuth 203.0° (South-West) and elevation 45.7°, then turn the LNB 18.4° clockwise.

Dish angles for JCSAT 4B by country
FromAzimuthElevationLNB skew
Japan203.0° South-West45.7°18.4° clockwise
Philippines171.2° South74.5°8.6° counterclockwise
South Korea185.8° South46.9°4.6° clockwise
Mongolia154.4° South-East33.8°17.5° counterclockwise
Russia152.8° South-East19.0°13.2° counterclockwise
India107.7° East32.5°63.5° counterclockwise

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 JCSAT 4B

Satellite TV by country on JCSAT 4B

Dish angles, best satellites and channels for countries JCSAT 4B covers.

FrequencyPolaritySymbol rateBeamChannels
11,505 MHzV0—0
11,565 MHzV0—0
11,595 MHzV22,415—13
11,625 MHzV22,415—1
12,282 MHzH15,000Papua New Guinea0
12,300 MHzH15,000Papua New Guinea0
12,322 MHzH15,000Papua New Guinea0
12,340 MHzH15,000Papua New Guinea0
12,545 MHzV11,228Japan1
12,598 MHzV23,303Japan0
12,613 MHzH23,303Japan2
12,628 MHzV0Japan0
12,673 MHzH23,303Japan0
12,688 MHzV23,303Japan4
12,718 MHzV23,303Japan0
12,733 MHzH23,303Japan0
ChannelTuningVideoAccessBeamUpdatedDetails
Sky Direct promo11,595 VMPEG-4/SDFTA——View channel
People's TV (Philippines)11,595 VMPEG-4/SDFTA——View channel
A2Z11,595 VSDStreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
DZRH TV11,595 VSDStreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
IBC 1311,595 VSDStreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
INC TV11,595 VSDStreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
Light TV11,595 VSDStreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
One Sports11,595 VSDStreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
Oras ng Himala11,595 VHD 1080StreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
People's TV11,595 VSDFTAPhilippines 0—View channel
RPTV11,595 VSDStreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
UNTV11,595 VSDStreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
EWTN Asia - Pacific11,595 VHD 1080StreamGuardPhilippines 0—View channel
Good TV (Taiwan)11,625 VMPEG-4/SDFTA——View channel
SkyAccess promo12,545 VMPEG-4/HDFTAJapan210402View channel
Sukachan 512,613 H—FTAJapan—View channel
Sukachan 5スカチャン 512,613 HHD 1080FTAJapan 0—View channel
Shop Channel12,688 VMPEG-4/HDFTAJapan—View channel
QVC Japan12,688 VHD 1080FTAJapan 0—View channel
GSTV12,688 VHD 1080FTAJapan 0—View channel
Shop Channelショップチャンネル12,688 VHD 1080FTAJapan 0—View channel

Regions and countries associated with channels on this satellite.

PacificAsiaMiddle EastEuropeNorth America

JCSAT 4B FAQ

What channels are on JCSAT 4B (124°E)?
JCSAT 4B (124°E) carries 21 TV channels, 11 of them free-to-air and 10 encrypted, on 16 transponders, mostly for viewers in Japan, United States and Philippines.
How do I point my dish at JCSAT 4B (124°E)?
From the centre of Japan, aim the dish at azimuth 203.0° (South-West) and elevation 45.7°, then turn the LNB 18.4° clockwise. Set your location on this page for the exact angles at your address.
What is the strong TP for JCSAT 4B (124°E)?
Tune 12688 V 23303 (vertical polarisation) to check your dish is aligned. A free-to-air Ku-band transponder carrying 4 channels on the Japan beam: a wide, steady signal, so if it locks with a picture your dish is on the right satellite.
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JCSAT 4B is listed in the DishTuner satellite database at 124.0°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 4B Satellite Overview

Satellite NameJCSAT 4B
Orbital Position124.0°E
Coverage RegionsPacific, Asia, Middle East, Europe, North America
Total Channels in Database20
Total Transponders in Database7
Free-to-Air Channel Rows10
Encrypted Channel Rows10
Main Languages 102 ,  302 Tgl, Tgl, Eng, 4.0, 4161 Jpn, Jpn, 4163 Jpn

Coverage Area of JCSAT 4B

DishTuner currently groups JCSAT 4B with these coverage regions: Pacific, Asia, Middle East, Europe, 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 JCSAT 4B are Pacific, Asia, Middle East, Europe, 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 JCSAT 4B includes country links such as Japan, United States, Philippines, Mongolia, South Korea, Russia, United Kingdom, China, Hong Kong, India, Nepal, Pakistan. 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 4B

DishTuner currently lists 20 unique channels connected to JCSAT 4B. 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 4B

The table below shows a representative channel sample for JCSAT 4B. The complete channel lineup may be longer and can change when providers update frequencies or encryption status.

ChannelFrequencyPolaritySymbol RateLanguageAccess
Sky Direct promo11595V22415 102 FTA / Clear
People's TV (Philippines)11595V22415 302 TglFTA / Clear
A2Z11595V22415TglStreamGuard
DZRH TV11595V22415TglStreamGuard
IBC 1311595V22415TglStreamGuard
INC TV11595V22415TglStreamGuard
Light TV11595V22415TglStreamGuard
One Sports11595V22415EngStreamGuard
Oras ng Himala11595V22415TglStreamGuard
People's TV11595V22415TglFTA / Clear
RPTV11595V22415TglStreamGuard
UNTV11595V22415TglStreamGuard
EWTN Asia - Pacific11595V22415EngStreamGuard
SkyAccess promo12545V112284.0FTA / Clear
Sukachan 512613H233034161 JpnFTA / Clear
Sukachan 5スカチャン 512613H23303JpnFTA / Clear
Shop Channel12688V233034163 JpnFTA / Clear
QVC Japan12688V23303JpnFTA / Clear
GSTV12688V23303JpnFTA / Clear
Shop Channelショップチャンネル12688V23303JpnFTA / Clear

Transponder List of JCSAT 4B

Receiver tuning depends on accurate transponder values. The following sample includes frequencies and symbol rates currently stored for JCSAT 4B. Always rescan from the latest receiver list when services move or providers update multiplexes.

FrequencyPolarizationSymbol RateBeam
11505VVaries
11565VVaries
11595V22415Varies
12545V11228Varies
12613H23303Varies
12628VJapan
12688V23303Varies

Languages Available on JCSAT 4B

The language data currently associated with JCSAT 4B includes  102 ,  302 Tgl, Tgl, Eng, 4.0, 4161 Jpn, Jpn, 4163 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 4B currently include  102 ,  302 Tgl, Tgl, Eng, 4.0, 4161 Jpn, Jpn, 4163 Jpn. If a channel carries several audio tracks, your receiver may show more language options after scanning.

Free-to-Air Channels on JCSAT 4B

DishTuner marks 10 channel-transponder rows for JCSAT 4B 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 10 encrypted channel-transponder rows for JCSAT 4B. Encrypted services usually require a valid subscription, compatible receiver or provider-approved module, depending on the platform.

How to Tune JCSAT 4B

Start by selecting JCSAT 4B 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 4B?

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 4B used for?

JCSAT 4B 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 4B?

Country links currently associated with JCSAT 4B include Japan, United States, Philippines, Mongolia, South Korea, Russia, United Kingdom, China, Hong Kong, India, Nepal, Pakistan, but actual reception depends on beam coverage, dish size and local setup.

How can I find channels on JCSAT 4B?

Use the channel list and transponder sample on this page, then scan the latest frequencies on your receiver. DishTuner currently lists 20 unique channels for JCSAT 4B.

Does JCSAT 4B have free-to-air channels?

Some rows for JCSAT 4B 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 4B?

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 4B at 124.0°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.