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Channel France 24 Français Frequency on Satellite (Broadcast Parameters 2026)
FTA (Free-to-Air) HDUp-to-date satellite broadcasting parameters of France 24 Français in 2026: transponder frequency, polarization, and receiver tuning setup.
Broadcast Frequency
12466 MHz
Ku-діапазон
Polarization
V (Vertical)
13 Volt
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
41950 kS/s
FEC: 2/3
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 16APSK
MPEG-4
Latest TV channel broadcast parameters in 2026
The TV channel France 24 Français broadcasts via the geostationary satellite Eutelsat 9B (9.0° E) on transponder 12466 MHz with vertical polarization (V). The digital symbol rate is 41950 kS/s, FEC error correction - 2/3. Broadcasting is provided in DVB-S2 / 16APSK standard with MPEG-4 video compression and HD quality. Signal access is Free-to-Air (FTA), no subscription or smartcard required.
Broadcast parameters of France 24 Français
Transponder frequency and reception parameters (2026)
Satellite & Orbit
Eutelsat 9B
(9.0° E)
Frequency & Polarization
12466 V
(Vertical)
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
41950
•
FEC 2/3
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 16APSK
Compression & Video Quality
MPEG-4
• HD
Access / Encryption
FTA (Free-to-Air)
Provider / Package
EI Towers
Audio Language
French
Transmission Mode
Digital
Update Date
20.10.2026
Tuning formula for receiver:
12466 V 41950 2/3 DVB-S2
Stream PID Codes
For manual PID scanning
Service ID
1811
Video PID
1600
Audio PID
1601fre
PCR PID
1600
PMT PID
1811
Audio Language
fre
How to tune channel France 24 Français 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 9B (9.0° E). Ensure signal quality and strength are above 60%.
3
Enter transponder frequency parameters:
ТП: 12466 MHz
|
Пол: V (Vertical)
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Швидкість: 41950
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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
Yes, broadcasting is free-to-air (FTA). No paid subscription or Internet needed - just a DVB-S2 receiver and aligned satellite dish.
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 (41950), dish alignment towards satellite Eutelsat 9B (9.0° 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.