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Channel Vatican Media Frequency on Satellite (Broadcast Parameters 2026)
FTA (Free-to-Air) SDUp-to-date satellite broadcasting parameters of Vatican Media in 2026: transponder frequency, polarization, and receiver tuning setup.
Broadcast Frequency
12476 MHz
Ku-діапазон
Polarization
H (Horizontal)
18 Volt
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
29900 kS/s
FEC: 3/4
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 8PSK
MPEG-4
Latest TV channel broadcast parameters in 2026
The TV channel Vatican Media broadcasts via the geostationary satellite Eutelsat Hot Bird 13G (13.0° E) on transponder 12476 MHz with horizontal polarization (H). The digital symbol rate is 29900 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 Free-to-Air (FTA), no subscription or smartcard required.
Broadcast parameters of Vatican Media
Transponder frequency and reception parameters (2026)
Satellite & Orbit
Eutelsat Hot Bird 13G
(13.0° E)
Frequency & Polarization
12476 H
(Horizontal)
Symbol Rate (SR) / FEC
29900
•
FEC 3/4
Standard & Modulation
DVB-S2 / 8PSK
Compression & Video Quality
MPEG-4
• SD
Access / Encryption
FTA (Free-to-Air)
Provider / Package
GlobeCast
Audio Language
Italian
Transmission Mode
Digital
Update Date
20.10.2026
Tuning formula for receiver:
12476 H 29900 3/4 DVB-S2
Stream PID Codes
For manual PID scanning
Service ID
2004
Video PID
2041
Audio PID
2042ita,2043ita
PCR PID
2041
PMT PID
2004
Audio Language
ita
How to tune channel Vatican Media 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: 12476 MHz
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Пол: H (Horizontal)
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Швидкість: 29900
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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
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 (29900), 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.