🔄 Astra Satellite Updates: Movistar+ and Sky Digital Channel Changes – June 2025
If you're a satellite TV enthusiast or a professional installer tracking channel updates across Astra satellites, it’s crucial to stay up to date with the latest frequency changes. This June 2025 update covers Movistar+ LaLiga channel removals from Astra 1M & 1P (19.2°E) and new Sky Digital channels launching or leaving Astra 2E/2F (28.2°E). Read on for all the technical details and what these changes mean for satellite viewers across Europe.
📡 Astra 1M & 1P – 19.2°E: Movistar+ LaLiga Channels Cease Transmission
Movistar+ has removed a significant number of LaLiga sports channels from the satellite feed on 10936 MHz V and 10979 MHz V. These channels were primarily used for broadcasting Spanish football content across different regions (including Catalan, Galician, Basque, and Valencian audio tracks).
❌ Channels Removed on 10936.00 MHz (Vertical):
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LaLiga TV Bar 6 (SID: 30756)
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LaLiga TV Bar 7 (SID: 30764)
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LaLiga TV Bar 8 (SID: 30767)
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LaLiga TV Bar 9 (SID: 30752)
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Movistar LaLiga 5 (SID: 30763)
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DAZN LaLiga 4 (SID: 30761)
❌ Channels Removed on 10979.00 MHz (Vertical):
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DAZN LaLiga 3 (SID: 30660)
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DAZN LaLiga 5 (SID: 30680)
❌ Additional Removals:
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Movistar LaLiga 6 at 11097 MHz V (SID: 30084)
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LaLiga TV Bar 10 at 11126.50 MHz V (SID: 30850)
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LaLiga TV Bar 11 at 11126.50 MHz V (SID: 30868)
⚠️ These channels are no longer broadcast via satellite across Europe, indicating a strategic shift—likely toward fiber/IPTV-only distribution for LaLiga content in the Spanish market.
📡 Astra 2E & 2F – 28.2°E: Sky Digital Updates – New Channels Launched
Sky Digital continues to refresh its lineup with themed movie and entertainment channels aimed at UK audiences. Here's a breakdown of what's new and what’s been removed as of June 2025:
✅ New Sky Digital Channels Launched
On Astra 2E – 28.2°E (11934.00 MHz V):
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Sky Karate Kid
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DVB-S | SID: 4302 | PID: 519/687 nar,647 English | VideoGuard
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On Astra 2F – 28.2°E (12285.00 MHz V):
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Sky Pride HD – SID: 3816 | PID: 514[MPEG-4] /642 nar,662 English
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Sky Karate Kid HD – SID: 6014 | PID: 516[MPEG-4] /647 nar,644 English
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Sky Romance HD – SID: 6020 | PID: 521[MPEG-4] /653 nar,652 English
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Blockbusters HD – SID: 6033 | PID: 522[MPEG-4] /657 nar,656 English
All new channels use DVB-S2 and are encrypted with VideoGuard, intended for Sky UK subscribers only.
❌ Sky Channels That Have Left the Satellite
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Sky Action / Sky Action HD
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Sky Drama HD
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Sky 80s' HD
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Sky Hits HD U.K.
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Sky Fairy Tales / HD
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Sky Karate Kid (Old Slot)
📌 These changes likely reflect seasonal programming shifts, rebranding efforts, or rights expiration for certain movie genres.
🔧 Technical Specifications – At a Glance
| Satellite | Channel Name | Frequency / Pol | Symbol Rate | FEC | Encryption |
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| Astra 2E | Sky Karate Kid | 11934 MHz / V | 27500 | 5/6 | VideoGuard |
| Astra 2F | Sky Pride HD | 12285 MHz / V | 27500 | 2/3 | VideoGuard |
| Astra 2F | Sky Karate Kid HD | 12285 MHz / V | 27500 | 2/3 | VideoGuard |
| Astra 2F | Sky Romance HD | 12285 MHz / V | 27500 | 2/3 | VideoGuard |
| Astra 2F | Blockbusters HD | 12285 MHz / V | 27500 | 2/3 | VideoGuard |
🛰️ What These Changes Mean for Viewers
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Movistar+ Users: Satellite viewers will need to migrate to Movistar's IPTV or fiber-based services to continue watching LaLiga content.
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Sky UK Subscribers: Expect fresh movie themes and specialized HD channels during the summer season, replacing older genre-based channels.
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Installers & Hobbyists: Update your satellite boxes and scan the new transponders if needed. Ensure your receivers support MPEG-4 and DVB-S2 formats.
🔍 Final Thoughts
The European satellite TV landscape is shifting—especially for sports and entertainment channels. Movistar+ is clearly moving away from satellite distribution, while Sky Digital continues to evolve its channel lineup to meet audience preferences.
Stay tuned for monthly satellite frequency updates to keep your system up to date. Bookmark trusted resources like LyngSat and FlySat, or follow us for expert satellite tracking insights.