What frequencies and/or bands are used for TVRO satellite transmissions?
Satellite transmissions can be received from two different bands: C-Band and Ku- Band C-Band was the original band of frequencies used for the transmission of communications satellite signals and is still the most commonly used band for TVRO use. In fact, the term C-Band is often used interchangeably with TVRO; unfortunately, this usage is actually incorrect since Ku-Band TVRO also exists. C-Band frequencies fall within a range of 3.7 to 4.2 GHz. Ku-Band is a newer satellite band for TVRO transmissions. Ku-Band frequencies fall within a range of 10.9 to 12.75 GHz. Unlike C-Band, Ku-Band has no accepted standard for reception, at least in terms of channel number assignments. As far as reception, any satellite receiving system capable of receiving C-Band can receive Ku- Band with only minimal need for additional equipment. In fact, Ku-Band can be received with smaller satellite dishes than those needed for C-Band reception! (More on this later in the FAQ) Ku-Band is also the satellite ba
