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Nilesat 201/301

7.0°W Ku Location-based dish alignment
Middle East & North Africa Sub-Saharan Africa
Channels
8
Free to air
8
Encrypted
0
Transponders
15

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FrequencyPolaritySymbol rateBeamChannels
11,747 MHzH27,500MENA1
11,765 MHzV27,500MENA0
11,785 MHzH27,500MENA1
11,804 MHzV27,500MENA0
11,823 MHzH27,500MENA1
11,842 MHzV27,500MENA0
11,862 MHzH27,500MENA1
11,880 MHzV27,500MENA0
11,900 MHzH27,500MENA1
11,919 MHzV27,500MENA0
11,938 MHzH27,500MENA1
11,957 MHzV27,500MENA0
11,977 MHzH27,500MENA1
12,015 MHzH27,500MENA1
12,053 MHzH27,500MENA0
ChannelTuningVideoAccessBeamDetails
DMC HD11,747 HMPEG-4FTAMENAView channel
CBC Egypt HD11,785 HMPEG-4FTAMENAView channel
ON TV HD11,823 HMPEG-4FTAMENAView channel
Al Hayat HD11,862 HMPEG-4FTAMENAView channel
LBC HD11,900 HMPEG-4FTAMENAView channel
MTV Lebanon11,938 HMPEG-4FTAMENAView channel
OTV Lebanon11,977 HMPEG-4FTAMENAView channel
Al Majd HD12,015 HMPEG-4FTAMENAView channel

Regions and countries associated with channels on this satellite.

Middle East & North AfricaSub-Saharan Africa

Middle East & North Africa (4)

EgyptJordanLebanonSaudi Arabia
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Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3) Satellite Channels, Frequencies, Coverage and Transponders

Apstar 6E, also known as Merah Putih 3, is a geostationary communication satellite located at 134.0°E. It is an Indonesia-linked satellite operating at the Asia-Pacific 134°E orbital slot, providing broadband, TV and communication services across the Pacific, Asia and Middle East. The satellite is part of the Apstar fleet operated by APT Satellite Holdings and serves Indonesian and broader Asia-Pacific connectivity needs.

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Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3) Satellite Overview

DetailInformation
Satellite NameApstar 6E (Merah Putih 3)
Orbital Position134.0°E
Coverage RegionsPacific, Asia, Middle East
Main CountriesIndonesia, China, Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand
Total ChannelsData not yet available
Total TranspondersData not yet available
Main LanguagesIndonesian, Chinese, English

Coverage Area of Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3)

Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3) provides coverage across the Pacific, Asia and Middle East from its orbital position at 134.0°E. Co-located with Apstar 6C and Apstar 6D at the 134°E slot, it offers strong footprint across Indonesia, Southeast Asia, China and the broader Asia-Pacific region. The "Merah Putih" name (Indonesian for "Red and White" — the national flag colors) reflects its Indonesian identity.

Users can check exact satellite direction, dish alignment and signal availability using the SatelliteFinder dish alignment tool.

Regions Covered

  • Pacific
  • Asia
  • Middle East

Countries Covered

  • Indonesia
  • China
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Malaysia
  • Philippines
  • Thailand
  • Vietnam
  • Singapore
  • India
  • UAE

Channels Available on Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3)

Channel data for Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3) is not currently available in our database. For broadcasting at 134°E, also explore Apstar 6C at the same orbital position. Browse the full channel list on DishTuner.

Transponder List of Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3)

Transponder data for Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3) is not yet available in our database. Check back for updated frequency and transponder information.

How to Tune Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3)

To tune channels from Apstar 6E, enter the correct frequency, polarization and symbol rate into your satellite receiver. Basic tuning parameters include:

  • Satellite: Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3)
  • Position: 134.0°E
  • Frequency: Select from updated transponder list when available
  • Polarization: H (Horizontal) or V (Vertical)
  • Symbol Rate: As listed per transponder
  • FEC: Auto

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Why Use SatelliteFinder for Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3)?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3) used for?

Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3) is used for broadband internet, enterprise communications and broadcasting services across Indonesia and the broader Asia-Pacific region.

Which countries are covered by Apstar 6E?

Apstar 6E covers Indonesia, China, Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Philippines and other countries across the Pacific, Asia and Middle East.

What orbital position is Apstar 6E at?

Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3) is located at 134.0°E, co-located with Apstar 6C and Apstar 6D.

Why is it called Merah Putih 3?

Merah Putih means "Red and White" in Indonesian, the colors of the Indonesian national flag. It reflects the satellite's Indonesian identity as part of Indonesia's national satellite program.

Conclusion

Apstar 6E (Merah Putih 3) is an Asia-Pacific satellite at 134.0°E serving Indonesia and the broader region with broadband and communication services. As channel and transponder data becomes available, SatelliteFinder will update the listing with complete information.

SatelliteFinder makes it easier to explore Apstar 6E and all related satellites. Browse all satellites or use the dish alignment tool to get started.