How Does a FTA Satellite Receiver Work?
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Obtaining Unencrypted Satellite Signals
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A FTA satellite receiver, most commonly referred to as a "Free to Air Receiver" works much in the same manner as a standard satellite from popular sites, such as DirectTV and Dish Network. The satellite in this case grabs unencrypted satellite signals rather than encrypted signals. It then transfers those signals to a digital output offering that can be viewed on the customers' televisions.
Converting Satellite Signals
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Once free signals are received, those Mpeg2 and Mpeg4 formats (in most cases) must be decoded. FTA receivers decode these formats into a viewable format that then streams video files to the customers' TVs.
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Types Of Programs Offered
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Public access signals, such as PBS, are offered by FTA. "Ethnic" programming is also a mainstay of FTA--ethnic channels are able to broadcast from anywhere in the world to customers anywhere else in the world while bypassing expensive charges. Furthermore, educational companies use FTA to broadcast their signals to local schools for teaching purposes. Rural area customers can also receive FTA signals without the need for expensive cabling.
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