HD Satellite Transponder List
RICK CARLTON
TECH
There are two major consumer satellite networks that service North American subscribers, Dish Network and DirecTV. These providers offer both standard (SD) and high-definition (HD) channels. However, in the case of HD, and depending on the orientation of the local/regional "satellite window," there are only three satellite positions currently in use.
1 101 West
These satellites are flown and operated by DirecTV 9S and 4S oriented specifically to direct broadcast satellite (DBS), with a hybrid industrial/consumer satellite flown and operated by AMC-4. All satellites offer both SD and HD channels.
2 110 West
Echostar 11 is flown and operated by Dish Network, and DirecTV 5 is flown and operated by DirecTV. Both of these satellite transponders are specifically focused on DBS, including SD and HD channels.
3 119 West
Echostar 7 is flown and operated by Dish Network, and DirecTV 7S is flown and operated by DirecTV. Both of these satellite transponders are specifically focused on DBS, including SD and HD channels.
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