📡 Updated Technical Parameters for Kalaignar TV Free-to-Air Channels on Intelsat 17
The Kalaignar TV Network officially migrated its satellite transmission to DVB-S2 on 27 November 2016, improving transmission efficiency while continuing to offer its television channels as Free-to-Air (FTA) via Intelsat 17 at 66.0° East.
The migration retained the same frequency but introduced a new DVB-S2 8PSK modulation with an updated symbol rate. Viewers using older MPEG-2 or DVB-S receivers needed to upgrade to an MPEG-4 DVB-S2 compatible set-top box to continue receiving these channels.
Kalaignar TV and its sister channels continue to be available free of cost for C-band satellite viewers across India and neighbouring regions.
📋 Intelsat 17 – Kalaignar TV Network Technical Details
| 📡 Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Satellite | Intelsat 17 |
| Orbital Position | 66.0° East |
| Frequency | 3845 MHz |
| Polarization | Vertical |
| Symbol Rate | 28800 Ksps |
| FEC | 5/6 |
| Modulation | DVB-S2 / 8PSK |
| Encryption | Free-to-Air (FTA) |
| Reception | C-Band MPEG-4 DVB-S2 Receiver |
📺 Kalaignar TV Network Channels
The following Kalaignar Network channels are carried on this transponder:
- 📺 Kalaignar TV
- 📰 Kalaignar Seithigal
- 🎬 Chithiram TV
- 🎭 Kalaignar Murasu
- 🎵 Isai Aruvi
- 😂 Sirippoli TV
The network offers a mix of general entertainment, movies, comedy, music, and news, making it one of Tamil television’s long-standing FTA broadcasters.
📡 Other Free-to-Air Tamil Channels on the Same Satellite
Along with the Kalaignar Network, several other Tamil-language FTA channels are also available through Intelsat 17 at 66.0° East, including:
- 📺 Vendhar TV
- 📰 News 7 Tamil
- 🙏 Sairam TV
- 🌿 Ayurveda TV
- 🎵 MK Tunes
- 📡 MK Six
These channels remain popular among C-band satellite viewers looking for free regional television services.
🔧 Reception Information
The migration to DVB-S2 means viewers require a receiver that supports:
- ✅ MPEG-4 Video
- ✅ DVB-S2 Reception
- ✅ 8PSK Modulation
If you already use a compatible receiver, simply perform an Auto Scan or manually update the transponder using the parameters listed above.
Older MPEG-2-only satellite receivers will no longer receive these broadcasts after the migration.
📊 About Kalaignar TV
Launched in September 2006, Kalaignar TV has established itself as one of Tamil Nadu’s well-known television networks. Over the years, the broadcaster has expanded into multiple genres, operating dedicated channels for news, music, comedy, movies, and entertainment.
While the network competes in a highly competitive Tamil television market dominated by larger broadcasters, Kalaignar TV continues to maintain its presence through its family entertainment programming and free satellite availability.
📡 Why DVB-S2 Matters
Moving from DVB-S to DVB-S2 enables broadcasters to:
- 🚀 Improve bandwidth efficiency
- 📺 Deliver better picture quality
- 📡 Carry more television channels on the same transponder
- 💰 Reduce satellite transmission costs
- 📈 Support future HD and advanced broadcasting technologies
This migration was part of a broader trend among Indian satellite broadcasters upgrading to newer transmission standards.
📌 Summary
The migration of Kalaignar TV Network to DVB-S2 on Intelsat 17 (66.0° East) ensured continued free satellite access while improving transmission quality. Viewers with MPEG-4 DVB-S2 compatible receivers can continue watching the complete Kalaignar bouquet along with several other Tamil Free-to-Air television channels available on the same satellite transponder.
Writing mistake..small rotation need lnb..not dish
8 feet dish no problem,only change feq and symbol rate,..but 6 feet small rotation need onn,only small..not dish
I,m used 6 feet Dish andSOLID hds2-6141 Set top box, I set the satellite name and Frequency – 3845 mhz
Symbol Rate – 28800 msps
Polarization – Vertical frequency but I dint get kalaingar tv..any
iam not getting kalaignar tv with this frequency, please help me.
I’m using solid hds2-9048 free to air mpeg 4 digital set up box..I set the satellite name and frequency but I dint get kalaingar tv..any antenna setup ….pls help what to do..
Can’ not find signal this frequency for dvb mpeg 2 what’s the technical find please reply to me.
You need mpeg4 dvbs2 set top box
i am not getting kalaignar tv with this frequency, please help me.