A list of the channels and frequencies affected by the recent "satellite shuffle" between Eutelsat 28A and Astra.

A list of the channels and frequencies affected by the recent "satellite shuffle" between Eutelsat 28A and Astra.

Below is a list of the channels and frequencies affected by the recent "satellite shuffle" between Eutelsat 28A and Astra.

Note that for some people in some areas of Spain, channels on the Astra 2F UK beam may be unavailable, as your satellite dish may be too small to receive these frequencies.

As a general rule of thumb, if you can receive Channel Five, then you should be able to receive those other channels on Astra 2Fs UK beam.

If you are struggling to receive those channels on the Astra 2F UK beam, then it may be possible to search for the channels on their "Final" frequencies, as some of the channels are actually operating on their final frequencies.

On a Sky box, you simply go to the "Add Channels" menu option, and then add the channels to your Sky boxes "Other Channels" list, accessed via the Services Menu.

Hopefully by the 10th October, all channels will be on their final frequencies, and the Sky Guide and the Freesat Guide channel lists are all correctly "mapped" to the new frequencies.

Gandia Fiestas - 27th - 30th September 213

Gandia Fiestas this week
27th September 2013 - 30th September 213

 

Here is the official guide

More incorrect rumours and untruths about the future of satellite TV in Europe - mainly from some IPTV / Internet TV sellers.

Time again to clarify some of more of the incorrect rumours and untruths about the future of satellite TV in Europe and about the so called "Big Switch Off" of UK TV in Spain.

Again, as mentioned before in my blogs ( http://www.satandpcguy.com/blog/2013/08/loss-of-uk-tv-in-spain-more-misinformation-by-iptv-retailers/ ) , these "rumours" are coming from some (not all I hasten to add!) sellers of IPTV / Internet TV systems.

One such incorrect rumour that has been doing the rounds, and even spread on a Expat Radio Stations here in Spain, is that:

"All BBC, ITV, Ch4 and Ch5 TV channels etc. will disappear from the SKY platform at end of October beginning November. None of these channels will physically reach Europe mainland via Satellite."

No.
This is incorrect.
a) BBC, ITV, Ch4 and Ch5 TV channels etc will not disappear from Sky - or Freesat. These UKTV channels will still be on those Digital Satellite systems. Why would these channels be removed from the most popular Digital TV services ?

b) "None of these channels will physically reach Europe mainland via Satellite."

No.
This is incorrect.
They will reach Europe mainland via Satellite.
The beams may be more focused on the UK, but there will be satellite signal overspill into other areas, just like there has been signal overspill into Europe for the last 20 plus years

In fact, in some areas of Spain you can and should still be able to receive these UK TV channels (BBC1HD, ITV1HD, C4HD, Channel Five) on a 1m satellite dish from the first new satellite, Astra 2F, that has been operating since December 2012.

Also, the official SES Astra predicted signal footprint map (seen here http://www.satandpcguy.com/Site/astra_2e_satellite_reception_footprint_map_uk_tv_spain.php ) for the new UK TV satellites says that its beams can be received in most of France on a 60cm dish.
Last time I checked France was in mainland Europe.

So in fact these channels will physically reach Europe mainland via Satellite, contrary to what these IPTV / Internet TV sellers claim.

Some IPTV / Internet TV sellers are confusing people by misrepresenting the aforementioned official SES Astra signal footprint map.

http://www.satandpcguy.com/Site/Resources/ASTRA_2EFG_UK_ku_band_spotbeam.jpg

The map shows SES Astra's prediction of their new satellites UK beam for users with a 45cm satellite dish and 60cm satellite dish. As you can see the Astra 2E satellites UK beam should be available to more than half of France if you are using a 60cm satellite dish.

However, some IPTV / Internet TV sellers are using this as a basis for their misrepresentations, by saying anyone outside that "60cm satellite dish" contour will not be able to receive ANY signals at all.

This is incorrect.

Just because the map does not show data outside that 60cm contour, does not mean that n signals will be available in those areas.

In fact, this is the same map showing the same data for the first new satellites, Astra 2F.

And like I said before, some areas of Spain can receive this signal on a 1m satellite dish - in areas where these IPTV / Internet TV sellers say it is impossible.

Yes, some areas will be affected more than other areas. Some may find that they can still use smaller 1m and 1.25m and 1.4m satellite dishes in Spain for reception of their UK TV .

Yes, some areas, like the Costa del Sol, may have to increase the size of their satellite dishes, and use 1.8m or 2.4m satellite dishes, just like the Costa Blanca has had to use for the last 10plus years.

Until the new Astra 2E satellite has been launched, expected around the 30th September 2013 ( http://www.satandpcguy.com/Site/astra_2e_satellite_reception_testing_news_updates.php ) , tested (which will take place at another location in the skies), positioned at 28 east along with the other UK TG satellites, and is transmitting signals from that location, no-one will know for sure what reception will be like in Spain, and Europe, or what sized satellite dishes you will need to receive these signals in Spain and Europe.

Fallas 2013 - Valencia - Programme of Events

FALLAS 2013 - PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

FEBRUARY 24th (Sunday)
At 07.30 a.m. Despertà (awakening sound fireworks) along Paz street to the Plaza del
Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).
At 12.30 p.m. Music Band Parade from the Plaza de la Virgen towards the Plaza del
Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square) several music bands march playing typical
pasodobles. The parade finish approximately at a quarter to 2 p.m. and at that time all
the bands will play together the Pasodoble “El Fallero” (the Fallas anthem)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).
At 8.00 p.m. Cridà. La Crida marks the official opening of the Fallas Festival. Crowds
of viewers and all the Fallas Committees gather beneath the Serranos Towers, one of
historical Valencia's best-known monuments. After a spectacular inaugural display of
light, sound, music and fireworks, the "Fallera Mayor" of Valencia (elected festival
queen), surrounded by her Court of Honour and the city authorities, invites everyone to
enjoy the imminent fiesta.

MARCH 1st (Friday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).
MARCH 2nd (Saturday)

At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).
At Midnight Night Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 3rd (Sunday)
At 11.00 a.m. Cant de l’Estoreta Parade (children traditional parade representing the
origin of Las Fallas Festivals) in the Plaza del Carmen (Carmen square).
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).
At 17.00 p.m. Ninot Parade. Itinerary: Departing from La Glorieta, along La Paz street
and San Vicente towards the Plaza del Ayuntamiento and passing by the City Hall
main entrance to Marqués de Sotelo street. After finishing the parade and opposite the
City Hall building, it will be displayed a Night Mascletà (fireworks).

MARCH 4th (Monday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 5th (Tuesday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 6th (Wednesday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 7th (Thursday)
At Midday in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall Square).starting of the XLIV Edition
of the Antique Car Race. Trophy named after His Majesty The King of Spain.
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 8th (Friday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 9th (Saturday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

At Midnight Night Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 10th (Sunday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 11th (Monday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 12th (Tuesday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 13th (Wednesday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).

MARCH 14th (Thursday)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).
At 06.00 p.m. Closing ceremony of the “CHILDREN'S NINOT EXHIBITION” (children's
Figurines in Nuevo Centro Shopping Center).

MARCH 15th (Friday)
At 08.00 a.m. Plantà (setting up) of all “FALLAS INFANTILES” (children's fallas)
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).
At 06.00 p.m. Closing ceremony of the “NINOT EXHIBITION” (adult's figurines).
At Midnight Fireworks on the Paseo de La Alameda (between Exposición Bridge and
Las Flores Bridge).

MARCH 16th (Saturday)
At 08.00 a.m. Plantà (setting up) of all “FALLAS”.
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).
At 04.30 p.m. From the stage outside the City Hall building, Awards Ceremony for
Children's "Fallas".
At 10.30 p.m. Tradicional Dancing and Singing Show from the Valencia Region (in the
stage outside the City Hall building)
At 01.00 a .m. Fireworks on the Paseo de La Alameda (between Exposición Bridge
and Las Flores Bridge).

MARCH 17th (Sunday)
At 09.30 a.m. From the stage outside the City Hall building, Awards Ceremony for
"Fallas" in all participating sections.
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).
At 03.30 p.m. First day of the OFRENDA (Flower offering) to the “Virgen de los
Desamparados” along Paz street and San Vicente street thousands of falleros march
towards the Plaza de la Virgen. The procession finishes around midnight.
At 01.00 a.m. Fireworks on the Paseo de La Alameda (between Exposición Bridge
and Las Flores Bridge).

MARCH 18th (Monday)
At 11.00 a.m. Tribute to the poet Maximilano Thous, in his memorial monument located
at crossroads of Sagunto street and Maximilano Thous street.
At 12.00 p.m. Tribute to the compositor “Maestro Serrano”, taking place in his
memorial monument in Reino de Valencia Avenue.
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square)
At 03.30 p.m. Second day of the OFRENDA (Flower offering) to the “Virgen de los
Desamparados” along Paz street and San Vicente street thousands of falleros march
towards the Plaza de la Virgen. The flower offering finishes around 1 a.m. in the
morning.
At 01.30 a.m. Nit de Foc, the most important fireworks display in The Fallas Festival
on the “Paseo de la Alameda” (between Exposición Bridge and Las Flores Bridge)

MARCH 19th (Tuesday)
At 11.00 a .m. On the “Puente de San José” (Saint Joseph Bridge), flower offering
made by the Fallas Queens and their Courts of Honour in front of the statue of the
Patriarch.
At 02.00 p.m. Mascletà (sound fireworks) in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento (City Hall
Square).
At 07.00 p.m. Cabalgata del Fuego (Fire Parade) along Colon Street with a
spectacular firework show in Porta de la Mar Square.
At 10.00 p.m. Cremà or burning of the Children's Fallas.
At 10.30 p.m. Cremà or burning of the Children's Falla that was awarded First Prize in
Valencia.
At 11.00 p.m. Cremà or burning of the Official Children's Falla located in the “Plaza del
Ayuntamiento” (City Hall Square).
At 00.00 a.m. Cremà or burning of all the remaining adult Fallas in Valencia.
At 00.30 a.m. Cremà or burning of the adult Falla that was awarded First Prize in
Valencia.
At 01.00 a.m. Cremà or burning of the adult Official “Falla” located in the “Plaza del
Ayuntamiento” (City Hall Square)

Note: please notice that during the Fallas Festival there will be up to 700 streets closed. There
would be crowds all over the city. It is a popular festival for all. It is a walking around festival, so
bring with you the most comfortable shoes you may have and lots of patience. Enjoy Valencia
and enjoy LAS FALLAS.