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Channel ESPN Africa Frequency on Satellite (Broadcast Parameters 2026)
Conax SDUp-to-date satellite broadcasting parameters of ESPN Africa in 2026: transponder frequency, polarization, and receiver tuning setup.
Broadcast Frequency
12604 MHz
Ku-діапазон
Polarization
H (Horizontal)
18 Volt
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
30000 kS/s
FEC: 3/4
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 8PSK
MPEG-4
Latest TV channel broadcast parameters in 2026
The TV channel ESPN Africa broadcasts via the geostationary satellite Eutelsat 16A (16.0° E) on transponder 12604 MHz with horizontal polarization (H). The digital symbol rate is 30000 kS/s, FEC error correction - 3/4. Broadcasting is provided in DVB-S2 / 8PSK standard with MPEG-4 video compression and SD quality. Signal access is encrypted (Conax), available via pay-TV subscription.
Broadcast parameters of ESPN Africa
Transponder frequency and reception parameters (2026)
Satellite & Orbit
Eutelsat 16A
(16.0° E)
Frequency & Polarization
12604 H
(Horizontal)
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
30000
•
FEC 3/4
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 8PSK
Compression & Video Quality
MPEG-4
• SD
Access / Encryption
Conax
Provider / Package
Eutelsat 16A
Audio Language
French
Transmission Mode
Digital
Update Date
25.10.2026
Tuning formula for receiver:
12604 H 30000 3/4 DVB-S2
Stream PID Codes
For manual PID scanning
Service ID
255
Video PID
2551
Audio PID
2552fre,2553eng
PCR PID
2551
PMT PID
255
Audio Language
fre
How to tune channel ESPN Africa 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 Eutelsat 16A (16.0° E). Ensure signal quality and strength are above 60%.
3
Enter transponder frequency parameters:
ТП: 12604 MHz
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Пол: H (Horizontal)
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Швидкість: 30000
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FEC: 3/4
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 Eutelsat 16A (16.0° 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.