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Channel CGTN Documentary Frequency on Satellite (Broadcast Parameters 2026)
FTA (Free-to-Air) HDUp-to-date satellite broadcasting parameters of CGTN Documentary in 2026: transponder frequency, polarization, and receiver tuning setup.
Broadcast Frequency
11585 MHz
Ku-діапазон
Polarization
V (Vertical)
13 Volt
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
27500 kS/s
FEC: 5/6
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 8PSK
MPEG-4
Latest TV channel broadcast parameters in 2026
The TV channel CGTN Documentary broadcasts via the geostationary satellite Eutelsat Hot Bird 13G (13.0° E) on transponder 11585 MHz with vertical polarization (V). The digital symbol rate is 27500 kS/s, FEC error correction - 5/6. Broadcasting is provided in DVB-S2 / 8PSK standard with MPEG-4 video compression and HD quality. Signal access is Free-to-Air (FTA), no subscription or smartcard required.
Broadcast parameters of CGTN Documentary
Transponder frequency and reception parameters (2026)
Satellite & Orbit
Eutelsat Hot Bird 13G
(13.0° E)
Frequency & Polarization
11585 V
(Vertical)
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
27500
•
FEC 5/6
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 8PSK
Compression & Video Quality
MPEG-4
• HD
Access / Encryption
FTA (Free-to-Air)
Provider / Package
CCTV
Audio Language
English
Transmission Mode
Digital
Update Date
20.10.2026
Tuning formula for receiver:
11585 V 27500 5/6 DVB-S2
Stream PID Codes
For manual PID scanning
Service ID
873
Video PID
514
Audio PID
670eng
PCR PID
514
PMT PID
873
Audio Language
eng
How to tune channel CGTN Documentary 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 Hot Bird 13G (13.0° E). Ensure signal quality and strength are above 60%.
3
Enter transponder frequency parameters:
ТП: 11585 MHz
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Пол: V (Vertical)
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Швидкість: 27500
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FEC: 5/6
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 (27500), dish alignment towards satellite Eutelsat Hot Bird 13G (13.0° 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.