Channel 4 test free-to-air on Astra 2D

Free-to-air test broadcasts from Channel 4 have spotted on the Astra 2D satellite.


There's been widespread speculation as to when Channel 4 and its sister channels E4 and More4 would be going free-to-air - internet forums are abuzz with speculation that Channel 4's appearance on Astra 2D is part of preparations for its launch on Freesat. The channel can be found at:



28.2˚E * 10.729 GHz/V * FEC 22000 * 5/6

Channel 4 is labelled as 8350 picture no sound

Channel 4 is labelled as 8350 picture no sound

"Channel 4 test free-to-air on Astra 2D"

As stated just tests at the moment. Had audio when post was first made but no audio at the moment. Should have audio (and a name instead of 8350) when FreeSat officially launches