| Frequency | Pol | SR | FEC | Standard | Beam | Channel Name | Encryption | |-----------|-----|----|-----|----------|------|---------------|------------| | 12341 V | V | 27500 | 5/6 | DVB-S2/8PSK | Middle East | MBC 1 | Irdeto | | 11747 H | H | 30000 | 3/4 | DVB-S | Africa | Saudi TV FTA | FTA |
By clicking on the beam name (e.g., "Ku-MENA"), LyngSat provides a map approximation of the signal strength and coverage area. This helps users determine if their satellite dish is large enough to receive the signal in their specific geographic location. For example, the
Arabsat 6A co-located with the aging Arabsat 5A and eventually replaced it, bringing higher power and more efficient spectrum usage to the 30.5°E slot. This co-location strategy allowed for a seamless transition for broadcasters, ensuring that viewers did not lose signal during the migration period.
| Frequency | Polarization | Symbol Rate | Channel Name | Encryption | |-----------|--------------|-------------|--------------|------------| | 11747 MHz | V (Vertical) | 27500 | MBC 1,2,3,4 & MBC Drama | Clear (FTA) | | 11919 MHz | H (Horizontal) | 27500 | SSC 1-5 HD | Irdeto (Encrypted) | arabsat 6a lyngsat
As of the latest logs (2024-2025), Ku-band usage remains high, with new HD and even 4K test channels appearing on 30.5°E. Users should check Lyngsat monthly for updates, especially during the football season when SSC and other sports channels shuffle frequencies.
: Launched on April 11, 2019 , via a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. Service Life : Estimated at 15 years.
For real-time tracking of new channels and technical parameter changes, you can monitor the LyngSat Arabsat 6A page or view coverage maps for specific beam strengths. Europe, Africa & Middle East - LyngSat | Frequency | Pol | SR | FEC
orbital position, it serves as a cornerstone for Arabsat’s operations, providing television, internet, and mobile communications across the MEA region. Tracking Frequencies on LyngSat
LyngSat presents data in a tabular format. For Arabsat 6A, you will see columns including:
Arabsat 6A is a Saudi Arabian geostationary communications satellite operated by the Arab Satellite Communications Organization (ARABSAT). Launched on April 11, 2019, atop a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, the satellite represents a significant leap forward in satellite technology. It was manufactured by Lockheed Martin and is based on the modernized LM 2100 bus platform. This co-location strategy allowed for a seamless transition
Built by Lockheed Martin using the modernized , the satellite is designed for a minimum service life of 15 years, though its efficient launch into a supersynchronous transfer orbit may extend its lifespan to 20 years. Specification Launch Mass Orbital Position 30.5° East Frequency Bands Ku-band, Ka-band, and C-band Manufacturer Lockheed Martin Space Systems Launch Vehicle SpaceX Falcon Heavy LyngSat Channel & Transponder Data
Launched on April 11, 2019, aboard SpaceX's Falcon Heavy, Arabsat-6A represents a significant leap in telecommunications for the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. Stationed at the orbital position, it works alongside Arabsat-5A to deliver high-capacity services, including HD television, broadband internet, and secure communications. Technical Specifications
While Lyngsat is the most comprehensive, there are other resources to cross-check frequencies: