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SES 2

87.1°W C - Ku Location-based dish alignment
South America North America
Channels
6
Free to air
6
Encrypted
0
Transponders
8

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Latest updates on SES 2

FrequencyPolaritySymbol rateBeamChannels
4,110 MHzH14,250North America C0
4,177 MHzH2,8941
11,811 MHzH11,150North America Ku3
11,940 MHzV0North America Ku0
11,960 MHzH30,000North America Ku0
11,998 MHzH14,250North America Ku0
12,044 MHzV3,2001
12,137 MHzH3,9781
ChannelTuningVideoAccessBeamUpdatedDetails
Point of View4,177 HFTANorth America C221213View channel
LPB Kids11,811 HSDFTANorth America Ku 0View channel
LPB 311,811 HSDFTANorth America Ku 0View channel
LPB11,811 HHD 1080FTANorth America Ku 0View channel
The Florida Channel12,044 VSDFTANorth America Ku 0240306View channel
[NYS Media test card]12,137 HFTANorth America Ku240307View channel

Regions and countries associated with channels on this satellite.

South AmericaNorth America

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SES 2 is listed in the DishTuner satellite database at 87.1°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.

SES 2 Satellite Overview

Satellite NameSES 2
Orbital Position87.1°W
Coverage RegionsSouth America, North America
Total Channels in Database6
Total Transponders in Database8
Free-to-Air Channel Rows6
Encrypted Channel Rows0
Main Languages5.5, Eng, 7.9

Coverage Area of SES 2

DishTuner currently groups SES 2 with these coverage regions: 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 SES 2 are 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 SES 2 includes country links such as 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 SES 2

DishTuner currently lists 6 unique channels connected to SES 2. 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 SES 2

The table below shows a representative channel sample for SES 2. The complete channel lineup may be longer and can change when providers update frequencies or encryption status.

ChannelFrequencyPolaritySymbol RateLanguageAccess
Point of View4177H28945.5FTA / Clear
LPB Kids11811H11150EngFTA / Clear
LPB 311811H11150EngFTA / Clear
LPB11811H11150EngFTA / Clear
The Florida Channel12044V3200EngFTA / Clear
[NYS Media test card]12137H39787.9FTA / Clear

Transponder List of SES 2

Receiver tuning depends on accurate transponder values. The following sample includes frequencies and symbol rates currently stored for SES 2. Always rescan from the latest receiver list when services move or providers update multiplexes.

FrequencyPolarizationSymbol RateBeam
4110H14250North America C
4177H2894Varies
11811H11150North America Ku
11940VNorth America Ku
11960H30000North America Ku
11998H14250North America Ku
12044V3200Varies
12137H3978Varies

Languages Available on SES 2

The language data currently associated with SES 2 includes 5.5, Eng, 7.9. Audio language metadata can vary by channel and transponder, especially where a service carries multiple audio tracks.

Main Languages

Main language labels for SES 2 currently include 5.5, Eng, 7.9. If a channel carries several audio tracks, your receiver may show more language options after scanning.

Free-to-Air Channels on SES 2

DishTuner marks 6 channel-transponder rows for SES 2 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 SES 2. Encrypted services usually require a valid subscription, compatible receiver or provider-approved module, depending on the platform.

How to Tune SES 2

Start by selecting SES 2 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 SES 2?

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 SES 2 used for?

SES 2 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 SES 2?

Country links currently associated with SES 2 include United States, but actual reception depends on beam coverage, dish size and local setup.

How can I find channels on SES 2?

Use the channel list and transponder sample on this page, then scan the latest frequencies on your receiver. DishTuner currently lists 6 unique channels for SES 2.

Does SES 2 have free-to-air channels?

Some rows for SES 2 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 SES 2?

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

SES 2 at 87.1°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.