ZDF
Channel ZDF Frequency on Satellite (Broadcast Parameters 2026)
Verimatrix SDUp-to-date satellite broadcasting parameters of ZDF in 2026: transponder frequency, polarization, and receiver tuning setup.
Broadcast Frequency
12207 MHz
Ku-діапазон
Polarization
V (Vertical)
13 Volt
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
30000 kS/s
FEC: 2/3
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 8PSK
MPEG-4
Latest TV channel broadcast parameters in 2026
The TV channel ZDF broadcasts via the geostationary satellite Astra 4A (5.0° E) on transponder 12207 MHz with vertical polarization (V). The digital symbol rate is 30000 kS/s, FEC error correction - 2/3. Broadcasting is provided in DVB-S2 / 8PSK standard with MPEG-4 video compression and SD quality. Signal access is encrypted (Verimatrix ), available via pay-TV subscription.
Broadcast parameters of ZDF
Transponder frequency and reception parameters (2026)
Satellite & Orbit
Astra 4A
(5.0° E)
Frequency & Polarization
12207 V
(Vertical)
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
30000
•
FEC 2/3
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 8PSK
Compression & Video Quality
MPEG-4
• SD
Access / Encryption
Verimatrix
Provider / Package
Viasat Ukraina
Audio Language
German
Transmission Mode
Digital
Update Date
25.10.2026
Tuning formula for receiver:
12207 V 30000 2/3 DVB-S2
Stream PID Codes
For manual PID scanning
Service ID
2537
Video PID
5371
Audio PID
5372ger
PCR PID
5371
PMT PID
2537
Audio Language
ger
How to tune channel ZDF on satellite receiver
Step-by-step manual frequency search guide in 2026
1
Open dish antenna setup menu:
On the remote control, press MENU and select «Installation» or «Channel Search».
2
Select satellite:
Select Astra 4A (5.0° E). Ensure signal quality and strength are above 60%.
3
Enter transponder frequency parameters:
ТП: 12207 MHz
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Пол: V (Vertical)
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Швидкість: 30000
|
FEC: 2/3
4
Start scan and save:
Press search button (usually OK or color button). Newly found channel will appear at the end of channel list.
Frequently Asked Questions
Signal is encrypted. A smartcard or provider subscription is required for reception.
A DVB-S2 compatible receiver supporting MPEG-4 (H.264 / HEVC) is required. Older first-generation DVB-S/MPEG-2 receivers cannot receive the signal.
Check symbol rate (30000), dish alignment towards satellite Astra 4A (5.0° E), and cable connections.
Currently the primary signal is FTA. During selective live sport events requiring rights protection, signal may be BISS encrypted - valid key is available on this page.