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To watch satellite TV, most users subscribe to one of the 2 major
providers - DirecTV and Dish Network. But where do these providers
take the programs they offer from?
Satellite TV providers get programming from two major sources: national
turnaround channels (such as HBO, ESPN and CNN) and various local
channels (the ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and PBS affiliates in a particular area).
Most of the turnaround channels also provide programming for cable TV,
and the local channels typically broadcast their programming over the
airwaves.
The turnaround channels use a special distribution center that beams
their programming to a geosynchronous satellite. The broadcast center
uses large satellite dishes to pick up these analog and digital signals
from several sources.
Most local stations don't transmit their programming to satellites, so the
provider has to get it another way. If the provider includes local
programming in a particular area, it will have a small local facility
consisting of a few racks of communications equipment. The equipment
receives local signals directly from the broadcaster through fiber-optic
cable or an antenna and then transmits them to the central broadcast
center.
The broadcast center converts all of this programming into a high-quality,
uncompressed digital stream. At this point, the stream contains a vast
quantity of data - about 270 megabits per second (Mbps) for each
channel. In order to transmit the signal from there, the broadcast center
has to compress it. Otherwise, it would be too big for the satellite to
handle.
Now that the content is compressed and the providers transmit it to
their subscribers, let's have a look at the satellite TV programming.
Obviously, the first thing you can do is to check out the section dedicated
to Directv Programming and Dish Network Programming in their own
publications. Whether online or offline, there are endless resources.
Channel Guide is a good starting point. The Direct TV Channel Guide and
the Dish Network Channel Guide provide information on the channel
lineups for the various satellite tv systems. If you are looking for a
specific listing on a specific channel, the Channel Guide is a great option.
It will give you the names of the specific channels along with the
corresponding number. This allows for quick access of the lineup by their
names. This is very important in satellite TV programming as this is the
essence for most systems. You will also have access to the Direct TV HD
Channel Guide and the Dish Network HD Channel Guide.
The movie channels are one of the most important aspects of satellite
television programming. Both Directv and Dish Network have a vast
collection of movie channels available. In the movie section one will be
able to get descriptions on the various movie channels that are available
on both satellite tv systems.
International broadcast is also an important source of information. The
demand for international satellite tv programming is at an all time high.
Both DirecTV & Dish Network provide a wide array of foreign television
for the discerning viewer. There are shows from every continent on the
earth for both systems. This is a very useful service for people who talk
foreign languages, for tourists, for temporary residents and so on.
Sports is one of the most sought after programming themes. Direct TV &
Dish Network sports satellite tv programming package will highlight all
the popular events, games and tournaments. It will show what
packages are available and what channels you will be able to find them
on.
Well, it's time that you grab your guide and start searching for your
preferred programs.
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