SATELLITE TV TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS

Over the years, satellite technology has changed dramatically. Satellite actually began in the 1970s at which time it became the primary source for long-distance radio communication. In addition, satellite at that time helped support television program distribution around the globe. What made this technological offering so unique is that it provided these services in real time.

As time moved into the 1980s, satellite made it possible for homes and businesses in rural areas to enjoy direct television reception since standard television and cable could not. Over the next 20 years, normal satellite signal delivery was provided by 4 GHz c-band, as well as 12 GHz Ku-FSS bands or Fixed Satellite Service.

Then as the 1990s rolled around, we began to see new advancements in technology, specifically by branching out to even smaller markets. A huge catalyst in this advancement was the small dish television, which would later open the doors for the two largest and most successful satellite television companies – DISH Network and DirecTV. As a result, service changed, now being provided with 11 to 14 GHz Ku-FSS or 12.2 to 12.7 GHz for BSS. With the new technology of BSS (Broadcast Satellite Service Band), both video and audio improved significantly.

The reason BSS made such a difference is that it was able to broadcast at much greater powers. In addition, BSS consisted of DBS satellites used by DISH Network and DirecTV with powers up to 200 watts. By having far more power, satellites were capable of maintaining signal separation, even with a smaller size dish.

In other words, satellite dishes running on Ku-FSS are typically between 26 and 36 inches in diameter. However, with the new and improved BSS satellite technology, the size of dish can be anywhere from 14 to 18 inches, which means the same excellent service but without the cumbersome, larger dish. For homeowners, this is a huge advantage in that aesthetics are much better.

It is expected that over the coming years, the technology associated with satellite will continue to improve. For instance, recently, the FCC opened a new market known as Ka-Band, which provides broadband and satellite television with even more data transfer rate ability, as well as more spot beam control. Today, we see DirecTV using Ka-Band specifically for home use and with great success.

The fascinating thing about watching the technology of satellite evolve is that it has come so far in a relatively short time. When television was first introduced, most people thought it was an extravagant “gadget”, thinking it would never make it big. Then when cable television was launched, we heard the same thing. Now, satellite television is the latest and greatest technology. While there remain some skeptics, most people are embracing this new service, finding it more reliable, better quality, and affordable.

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