Sky Digital Launches New Channels on Astra 2E (28.2°E) – July 2025 Frequency Update
New Sky Channels Now Broadcasting on Astra 2E
Sky Digital (UK) has introduced multiple new channels via the Astra 2E satellite at 28.2°E, while also removing several others. Below is the full breakdown of new frequencies and channels available as of July 2025:
| Channel | Frequency (MHz) | Polarization | SR / FEC | Modulation | SID | Video PID | Audio PIDs | Encryption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Schools Out | 11934 | V | 27500 / 5/6 | DVB-S | 4403 | 520 | 688 NAR, 648 English | VideoGuard |
| Sky Sports Lions | 11934 | V | 27500 / 5/6 | DVB-S | 4511 | 515 | 646 NAR, 643 English | VideoGuard |
| Sky Sports Lions HD | 12110 | H | 27500 / 2/3 | DVB-S2 | 3822 | 513 (MPEG-4) | 641 NAR, 661 English | VideoGuard |
Ensure your satellite dish is aligned to Astra 2E at 28.2°E and that your receiver supports the correct modulation (DVB-S or DVB-S2) for these channels.
Removed Channels from Sky Digital (Astra 2E – 28.2°E)
The following channels have been removed from satellite transmission in Europe and are no longer available via Astra 2E:
- Sky Family (11934 V – SID: 4403 – PID: 520/688,648) – No longer transmitted
- Sky Sports Action (11934 V – SID: 4511 – PID: 515/646,643) – No longer transmitted
- Sky Sports Action HD (12110 H – SID: 3824 – PID: 513/641,661) – No longer transmitted
Subscribers looking for equivalent or replacement channels can check Sky’s updated EPG or consult the Sky Go streaming platform.
How to Watch Sky’s New Channels on Astra 2E
1. Required Equipment
- Satellite Dish: Properly aligned to Astra 2E at 28.2°E.
- DVB-S or DVB-S2 HD Receiver: Depending on the channel (e.g., HD channels require MPEG-4 support).
- Sky Subscription: A valid UK Sky card or authorized device is necessary to decrypt VideoGuard-protected content.
2. Manual Channel Setup
- Access your receiver’s menu.
- Navigate to installation or manual tuning.
- Enter these details for each new transponder:
- 11934 MHz V – SR: 27500 – FEC: 5/6 – DVB-S
- 12110 MHz H – SR: 27500 – FEC: 2/3 – DVB-S2
- Scan and save any detected channels.
- Exit the menu and begin viewing.
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