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EUROBIRD™ 9 :: 9° EAST
EUROBIRD™ 9 has been deployed to 9 degrees East. Formerly HOT BIRD™ 2, the rebranded satellite’s entry into service marks the opening of a new video neighbourhood, adjacent to Eutelsat’s premium HOT BIRD™ position. Reception of channels from both locations is possible with off-the-shelf dual-feed domestic dishes.
Optimised for DTH (Direct-to-Home) broadcasting, EUROBIRD™ 9 delivers 20 fully operational Ku-band transponders supplying coverage across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
Launch date: 21/11/96
Launch details: Atlas IIA (AC-124)
Satellite construction: EADS Astrium (formerly Matra Marconi Space)
COVERAGE ZONES
:: EUROBIRD™ 9 downlink coverages
SERVICES OFFERED
:: Television
:: Radio
:: Dual reception at 9° and 13° East
