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Thaicom 8 Channel List & Frequencies

78.5°E Ku Location-based dish alignment

Thaicom 8 (78.5°E) carries 5 TV channels, 5 of them free-to-air, mostly for Iran and Iraq.

Asia Middle East Europe North America

Strong TP to check alignment: 11680 H 30000

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

Channels
5
Free to air
5
Encrypted
0
Transponders
2

Dish alignment location

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Point your dish at Thaicom 8 from Iran

From the centre of Iran, aim at azimuth 138.0° (South-East) and elevation 43.7°, then turn the LNB 34.6° counterclockwise.

Dish angles for Thaicom 8 by country
FromAzimuthElevationLNB skew
Iran138.0° South-East43.7°34.6° counterclockwise
Iraq128.4° South-East36.8°41.1° 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.

Satellite TV by country on Thaicom 8

Dish angles, best satellites and channels for countries Thaicom 8 covers.

FrequencyPolaritySymbol rateBeamChannels
11,152 MHzH2,500Steerable >01
11,680 MHzH30,000Steerable >04
ChannelTuningVideoAccessBeamUpdatedDetails
Alkafeel TV11,152 HHD 1080FTASteerable >0—View channel
Abadan TV11,680 HHDFTASteerable >0—View channel
Alborz TVشبکه البرز11,680 HHDFTASteerable >0—View channel
IRIB UHD11,680 HUHDFTASteerable >0—View channel
Mahabad TV11,680 HHDFTASteerable >0—View channel

Regions and countries associated with channels on this satellite.

AsiaMiddle EastEuropeNorth America

Middle East (2)

Thaicom 8 FAQ

What channels are on Thaicom 8 (78.5°E)?
Thaicom 8 (78.5°E) carries 5 TV channels, all free-to-air, on 2 transponders, mostly for viewers in Iran and Iraq.
How do I point my dish at Thaicom 8 (78.5°E)?
From the centre of Iran, aim the dish at azimuth 138.0° (South-East) and elevation 43.7°, then turn the LNB 34.6° counterclockwise. Set your location on this page for the exact angles at your address.
What is the strong TP for Thaicom 8 (78.5°E)?
Tune 11680 H 30000 (horizontal polarisation) to check your dish is aligned. A free-to-air Ku-band transponder carrying 4 channels: a wide, steady signal, so if it locks with a picture your dish is on the right satellite.
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Thaicom 8 is listed in the DishTuner satellite database at 78.5°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.

Thaicom 8 Satellite Overview

Satellite NameThaicom 8
Orbital Position78.5°E
Coverage RegionsAsia, Middle East, Europe, North America
Total Channels in Database5
Total Transponders in Database2
Free-to-Air Channel Rows5
Encrypted Channel Rows0
Main LanguagesAra, Per

Coverage Area of Thaicom 8

DishTuner currently groups Thaicom 8 with these coverage regions: 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 Thaicom 8 are 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 Thaicom 8 includes country links such as Iraq, Iran. 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 Thaicom 8

DishTuner currently lists 5 unique channels connected to Thaicom 8. 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 Thaicom 8

The table below shows a representative channel sample for Thaicom 8. The complete channel lineup may be longer and can change when providers update frequencies or encryption status.

ChannelFrequencyPolaritySymbol RateLanguageAccess
Alkafeel TV11152H2500AraFTA / Clear
Abadan TV11680H30000PerFTA / Clear
Alborz TVشبکه البرز11680H30000PerFTA / Clear
IRIB UHD11680H30000PerFTA / Clear
Mahabad TV11680H30000PerFTA / Clear

Transponder List of Thaicom 8

Receiver tuning depends on accurate transponder values. The following sample includes frequencies and symbol rates currently stored for Thaicom 8. Always rescan from the latest receiver list when services move or providers update multiplexes.

FrequencyPolarizationSymbol RateBeam
11152H2500Steerable >0
11680H30000Steerable >0

Languages Available on Thaicom 8

The language data currently associated with Thaicom 8 includes Ara, Per. Audio language metadata can vary by channel and transponder, especially where a service carries multiple audio tracks.

Main Languages

Main language labels for Thaicom 8 currently include Ara, Per. If a channel carries several audio tracks, your receiver may show more language options after scanning.

Free-to-Air Channels on Thaicom 8

DishTuner marks 5 channel-transponder rows for Thaicom 8 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 Thaicom 8. Encrypted services usually require a valid subscription, compatible receiver or provider-approved module, depending on the platform.

How to Tune Thaicom 8

Start by selecting Thaicom 8 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 Thaicom 8?

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 Thaicom 8 used for?

Thaicom 8 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 Thaicom 8?

Country links currently associated with Thaicom 8 include Iraq, Iran, but actual reception depends on beam coverage, dish size and local setup.

How can I find channels on Thaicom 8?

Use the channel list and transponder sample on this page, then scan the latest frequencies on your receiver. DishTuner currently lists 5 unique channels for Thaicom 8.

Does Thaicom 8 have free-to-air channels?

Some rows for Thaicom 8 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 Thaicom 8?

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

Thaicom 8 at 78.5°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.