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Which satellite TV operator should you choose?

You are tired of watching your favorite programs through ripples and interference and decided to install satellite television? A logical question arises: Which satellite television is better?

To make a choice, it is advisable to decide for yourself which channels you prefer to watch and how much you are willing to pay.

Do you want the cheapest satellite TV or TV without subscription fee? Are you looking for a low initial setup fee or are you a sports fan? This article will help you decide according to your preferences, interests and financial capabilities. First, briefly about the main satellite operators providing their services in Moscow and the Moscow region.

Tricolor TV

Leader in the satellite television market by number of subscribers (more than 14 million). It is also called popular (mass) television. Operating since 2005.

Cheap subscription fee
+ Strong and stable signal from the satellite
+ Large selection of channels on different topics
+ Availability of most HD quality channels in one package
+ Premium films in the main package
+ Huge selection of children's channels
+ Small diameter plate

NTV Plus

The oldest and most respectable Russian market, which has established itself as a reliable and time-tested satellite operator. Operating since 1996. Especially suitable for fans of sports broadcasts.

No demon paid channels(minimum fee 149 rubles per month)
- HD quality channels are “scattered” across different packages.
- High subscription fee

Telecard

Relatively new operator satellite communications(operating since 2010), this is a partner project of Continent TV. In terms of basic parameters, it loses to other operators.

Inexpensive equipment.

There are few channels, although the subscription fee is higher than that of Tricolor.
- Reduced image quality when the weather worsens slightly

Continent

A young satellite operator with a flexible channel payment system (Operating since 2010)

Inexpensive equipment

Few channels
- Poorly located satellite, installation options are severely limited
- You need a large diameter plate

Comparison table of satellite television operators
Average cost standard installation	10000-11000	10000-11000	7000	7000
All-Russian channels		149 rubles per month	Available when paying for the main service	Available when paying for the main service
Subscription fee	1200 rub. per year (more than 200 channels, including more than 30 channels in HD quality.)	149 rub. per month/ (172 channels, including 13 channels in HD quality.)	399 rub. per month (more than 170 channels, including more than 10 channels in HD quality.)	149 rub. per month (more than 100 channels) or 399 rub. per month (more than 170 channels including more than 10 channels in HD quality)
What do we have when connecting?	Plastic bag Single paid for 31 days (more than 200 channels, including more than 30 HD channels)	600 rubles in the account (300 rubles are debited upon activation, 300 rubles remain on the account, you can pay for any package)	1200 rubles in the account (you can pay for any package)	Starter package paid for a year (more than 40 channels)
Channels at additional cost	"Children's"(15 channels) 1200 rub. per year / 200 rub. per month "Night"(8 channels) 1200 rub. per year / 200 rub. per month "Our Football" 219 rub. per month	"Supersport West"(20 channels) 399 rub. per month. "Children's"(8 channels) 69 rub. per month. "VIP-Kino West"(20 channels) 249 rubles per month. "Cognitive"(21 channels) 129 rubles per month. "Entertaining"(6 channels) 39 rub. per month. "Musical"(12 channels) 59 rub. per month. "Viasat"(7 channels) 299 rub. per month. "Egoist TV"(2 channels) 150 rub. per month. "Our Football" 219 rub. per month "Night West"(3 channels) 129 rub. per month. "Amedia Premium HD"(4 channels) 99 rub. per month.	"Football West"(6 channels) 149 rub. per month "Horizon"(3 channels) 50 rub. per month. "Ethnic"(4 channels) for 30 rubles per month. "World Cinema"(4 channels) for 60 rubles per month. "Discoveries"(5 channels) for 129 rubles per month. "Amedia Premium HD" for 199 rubles per month.	"Our Football" 149 rubles per month "Ethnic"(4 channels) 30 rub. per month. "World Cinema"(4 channels) 60 rub. per month. "Discoveries"(5 channels) for 129 rubles per month.
Total number of channels	more than 250 channels	more than 250 channels , incl. more than 30 channels in HD quality.	up to 170 channels , incl. more than 10 channels in HD quality.	more than 170 channels , incl. more than 10 channels in HD quality
Possibility of installation	High, convenient satellite location	High, convenient satellite location.	Difficult, the satellite is located low above the horizon.	Difficult, the satellite is located low above the horizon
Possibility of monthly payment	no (except for additional packages)	Yes	Yes	Yes

Having decided to connect satellite television, many are faced with a dilemma. Because The number of telecommunications service providers is quite large, and the conditions for connection and provision of services are different. But it makes sense to consider only providers - leaders in the telecommunications market. Because it is these organizations that will have a sufficient level maintenance, high quality technology and high signal quality.

In order to choose the best satellite television, you need to consider a number of providers, for example, the most famous - Continent TV, Tricolor TV, Telekarta, NTV plus and HD platform.

The criteria for choosing a provider will be the quality of the signal and the number of TV channels, technical specifications equipment, the size of the subscription fee, as well as the price of installing the equipment. When choosing satellite TV, what is best to consider are additional options. So many providers have such a concept as a deposit. This is a notional amount that will be on personal account subscriber Let's consider the providers' offers.

NTV plus

Recognized leader in the satellite and telecommunications services market, because It was this company that became the first domestic provider. This means that for so many years, the quality of service and technical support more than high. The signal is received in such a range that it gives the highest quality and clearest image on television panels of any diagonal and resolution.

When you connect to this provider, you can also receive 10 HD TV channels. When you select the Maximum Connectivity package, you will have a choice of over 164 satellite channels. When connecting such satellite television, how to choose thematic blocks and equipment? NTV Plus provides flexible and individual connection conditions and provides its equipment. There is, however, an additional fee for this option, because... The equipment is of very high quality and requires appropriate maintenance. The cost of a package with maximum connection costs 2390 rubles/month. Plastic bag basic connection, where signals from 82 channels are received, will cost 550 rubles/month. The smallest number of channels in the “Light” package is 35 TV channels, costs 99 rubles/month.

The installation of the equipment itself will cost 10,500 rubles. With this type of connection, you will receive 2,400 rubles for your personal deposit.

Tricolor TV

The most popular provider among the population, therefore the number of clients is significantly higher than that of other providers. After all, when choosing which satellite TV to choose, many are guided by the ratio of price and number of received channels. Namely, Tricolor TV has this ratio that is considered the best. The most common package of this provider will cost you 600 rubles/month, with the number of channels up to 90. Of these, 73 TV channels are encrypted and only 17 channels open access. This is a significantly more attractive offer than other companies. But, as customers note, the signal quality, and, accordingly, the quality and clarity of the image is lower. This drawback is especially noticeable on television panels with a large screen diagonal. Also, not a single package from Tricolor TV broadcasts the usual cable channels, such as Animal Planet or Discovery.

The cost of connecting a satellite package and equipment is 9,000 rubles. If there is a problem, call technical service this provider will cost 18 rubles/min.

Continent TV

Or in the past - Orion Express. Changing the name of the company and switching to another type of broadcasting is associated with a breakdown of the satellite and the installation of another.

If you decide which satellite television to choose, then you need to focus on the number of channels. And the maximum connection package Continent TV accepts only 50 TV channels. This is also associated with a fairly low subscription fee for services. Depending on the package it will be from 99 rubles/month. up to 199 rub./month.

So far, only one TV channel broadcasts in HD quality. The quality and technical characteristics of the equipment itself are of average quality, but together with the connection they cost 9,000 rubles.

HD platform

As can be seen from the name of the provider, the main direction of broadcasting here is aimed at receiving high-resolution image channels. So this will become ideal solution for everyone who has large screen diagonal and high resolution television panels.

The provider has two premium packages. The first is Platform HD, which includes 12 HD channels, and another HD channel public access. The second package is the DV Platform. It includes 21 TV channels of the format high definition and permissions. If we take into account that the cost of broadcasting and receiving TV channels in HD quality is usually high, then in the HD platform the subscription fee will be 450 rubles/month. And this is provided that both packages are connected at once. The service and technical characteristics of the equipment are certainly of very high quality, and the cost of connection will be 14,700 rubles.

Telecard

This provider specializes in receiving signals from landline channels. Therefore, it is suitable for summer residents and other people living in remote regions. And the cost of the subscription fee is 600 rubles. per year. The equipment itself and installation will cost 6,000 rubles. Number of channels – 18. Now you can decide which satellite TV to choose.

At one time, “NTV-Plus” thundered throughout Russia. Then even housewives learned about the existence of satellite television. Since then the situation has changed a lot. Cable TV has come to our country. The on-air signal has also changed significantly, which is now broadcast in a digestible digital form. So why does satellite TV still exist? Why is it still developing, since the choice of operators has expanded significantly? And finally, which satellite TV is better to connect, for that matter? This article will try to answer all these questions.

Why does satellite TV continue to develop?

Many Russian residents first heard about satellite TV in the first half of the 1990s. Our most prosperous citizens were then even able to acquire an NTV-Plus set, providing themselves with watching the best foreign films and many sports matches. In those days, all this was new, because there was practically no sports on terrestrial television channels, and blockbusters were by no means shown around the clock. But why do many people connect to satellite TV now, when you can catch Match TV and several other specialized TV channels with a regular antenna?

The secret to the success of satellite TV operators lies in the enormous size of our country. It also needs to be looked for in the restrictions of multiplexes. Many people know that recently even regular broadcasting has been transferred from analogue to digital signal(the so-called DVB-T2 standard). However, it is impossible to broadcast an unlimited number of TV channels over the air. And it’s not even about the limitations of the standard itself. The state simply needs to conclude an expensive contract with each broadcast channel, make sure that it is financially competitive (no one needs further hassles with replacing one channel with another), and also launch a satellite into space. That is why now there are only two multiplexes consisting of ten TV channels. And even then the second “package” is available only in the largest cities.

The problem with an insufficient number of channels is solved by “cable”. However, operators cable television are present only in large regional centers, rarely going beyond their boundaries. The fact is that many private houses have been built in all kinds of villages and small towns. It is not economically profitable to run a cable to each of them. And apartment buildings in such settlements x very little. That is why, to gain access to a large number of TV channels in Krasnogorsk, you can only connect to satellite TV. And this is not to mention settlements inhabited by less than 20 thousand people.

Many people will claim that satellite TV provides a better picture. This is true, but only if you compare it with the DVB-T2 terrestrial standard. If you compare it with cable TV, you won’t notice much of a difference. The only exceptions are channels with 4K resolution, which are gradually appearing on satellite operators, while they are not yet in a hurry to distribute them via cable.

Do you need a receiver?

Many readers of our site may notice that not all satellite equipment sets are the same. In some cases it consists only of a “plate”, while in some sets a receiver is included. Moreover, sometimes the operator even offers two receivers - the main and auxiliary, for a second TV. But how do you know if you need a receiver at all?

Pay attention to the technical specifications of your TV. If they indicate support, then there is a high probability that the satellite dish can be connected directly. However, if you subscribe to at least one pay TV package, then there is a good chance that you will be using a CAM+ card. Therefore, you need to make sure that the TV has the appropriate slot. And some satellite TV operators generally use a SIM card - in this case, you definitely can’t do without a special receiver.

Which satellite TV operator should you choose?

It's time to understand which satellite TV is better than the other. To do this, let’s first remember which operators operate in our country. As of the summer of 2018, there are four active operators:

• Telekarta is the least popular operator. Not all people like the fact that a minimum number of TV channels is provided to the subscriber for free. Often, a larger number of them can be caught using a regular over-the-air antenna, especially if you live in a regional center. However, new subscribers are provided with only 75 rubles per month tariff plan“Pioneer”, which already includes 95 channels. Three other tariffs are also available, the maximum of which is “Premier” - 240 channels for 399 rubles per month. Of course, Telecard provides and additional packages channels - erotic, "Match Premier", children's and many others.
• MTS TV is an operator that relies on high picture quality. He is trying to add to his assortment as many TV channels as possible, broadcast in Full HD resolution. Moreover, this operator also broadcasts about a dozen 4K channels. Of course, a package of such TV channels costs extra money. But you're unlikely to regret them if you have a TV with a 4K display. Most cheap tariff This operator costs 99 rubles per month. However, it will only cost that kind of money for the first three months of viewing. In the future, the tariff will cost 150 rubles per month. For this money, the subscriber will have access to 44 channels. And you need to understand that MTS has all sorts of bonus programs for those who also connected home internet from MTS, or for subscribers of a mobile operator.
• NTV-Plus is the oldest satellite TV operator in our country. There was a time when it was the leader in the number of subscribers. However, now his equipment is in less and less demand. Many people believe that connecting to this operator is worth it just to watch sports broadcasts. They do not suspect that when they subscribe for a year, 189 channels of all genres await them, of which 18 are broadcast in HD quality - they will have to spend only 100 rubles a month on this. However, no one will argue with the fact that additional packages from NTV-Plus are expensive. For example, 41 channels broadcasting in HD resolution are priced at 850 rubles per month. And this does not include all sorts of erotic and children's TV channels! But the main disappointment is the fact that NTV-Plus is in no hurry to add 4K TV channels to its range.
• "Tricolor TV" is definitely the most popular Russian operator satellite TV! Perhaps it is he who offers the largest number of TV channels that are interesting to the residents of Russia. And he demands quite adequate money. For example, the most popular offer is the “Extra” tariff. For 2,000 rubles a year, a subscriber receives 223 channels, 41 of which broadcast in HD quality. Additionally, you can connect thematic packages. In them you can find sports channels, erotic ones, and those broadcast in Ultra HD (4K) resolution.

Previously, Raduga TV and Rikor TV operated in our country. However, in 2014 they had to leave the market because the available income was not enough to renew the license. You can decide on a specific operator by reading the tariffs that are published on official websites. Please note that prices for equipment packages vary from region to region. If somewhere in the Moscow region a tiny “dish” is enough to receive a signal, then in Siberia operators have to sell much larger antennas that have a good signal gain.

The best satellite TV packages

MTS No. 192

Quite a popular set, sold in many large retail chains. It consists of a red satellite dish, a CAM module and mounting accessories. All this is packed in a box. Of course, red. The absence of a receiver here allowed the operator to reduce the cost of the set to 4,000 rubles. Of course, the indicated price is correct for the central part of Russia, where a 60-centimeter antenna is sufficient. However, in the taiga, equipment from MTS is either not sold at all, or has a different number, which indicates the presence of a larger “plate”.

At one time, it was MTS that began to offer the largest number of channels broadcasting in 4K resolution. Of course, a package of such TV channels costs money. However, you definitely won't be waiting for them if you have 4K TVs at your disposal. Perhaps, it is their owners who are recommended to purchase such a kit in the first place. In this case, a receiver is not required, because such TVs are equipped with support for the DVB-S2 standard, in which modern satellites broadcast.

Tricolor Full HD DTS 53L Center

This kit is sold in stores for 4000-5000 rubles. Unlike the option discussed above, in the box you can find not only an antenna, but also satellite receiver. Of course, if your TV supports the DVB-S2 digital TV standard, then the receiver can be sent somewhere in the closet. However, residents of small settlements who simply do not have the money for a modern LCD TV often make their choice in favor of Tricolor TV. Such people will be happy to use the receiver. Note that there are no problems with its connection.

There are only three connectors on the back of the device. The first is used to connect the antenna. The second is used to transmit images via an HDMI cable. Well, the third connector is needed to connect the power supply. And yes, there is only a digital output here - it’s impossible to connect a “pot-bellied” TV without an HDMI input to such a receiver.

As for the satellite dish, it is an ordinary “dish” with the operator’s logo and has a 55-centimeter diameter. It comes with an installation kit, which also includes a bracket.

The box with this set includes a sticker with a picture of a soccer ball. This is explained by the fact that the buyer of the kit is given a free month of subscription to the Match Premier TV channel. It broadcasts the entire Russian football championship, as well as some matches from other countries. By the way, using the included receiver you can watch a picture in Full HD resolution, but nothing more. However, satellite TV in good quality the buyer will be provided.

Tricolor Full HD GS B532M

Already a significantly more expensive kit. In large retail chains they offer to purchase it for 7,500 rubles. What is this cost associated with? Apparently, with the ability to view content on two TVs. The fact is that the buyer is provided with a special two-tuner receiver. This means that at any time the picture can be displayed on a second screen - for example, on a smartphone or tablet. Or on a second TV. But in this case, you need to make sure that it understands the DVB-S2 standard - otherwise you will need to buy a small receiver-receiver.

It should be noted that the supplied receiver has a large number of outputs. The HDMI connector is supplemented with “composite” - this means that you can even connect a CRT TV to it, as long as it is not made in the USSR.

Perhaps this is a good choice for the Russian outback. Especially if you don’t want to overpay for those channels that you don’t want to watch at all. As you know, Tricolor TV allows you to watch basic channels completely free of charge, without requiring a corresponding subscription. It remains to add that the buyer will also find a cable in the box - approximately 30 m long.

Satellite TV NTV-Plus HD SIMPLE 2

Another set of satellite TV, priced at 7,500 rubles. As expected, in the box the buyer will find not only a satellite dish intended for use in the central part of Russia, but also a special receiver with an activation card. On the back wall of this device you can find several connectors - HDMI and the usual “tulips”. This means that the receiver can be used even in a country house where there is still a CRT TV. There is also a USB input on the device’s body, which allows you to watch content stored on a flash drive or external hard drive. It is proposed to control the receiver using a traditional remote control, powered by two “little finger” batteries.

As for the satellite dish, its diameter is 60 cm. As we mentioned above, this will not be enough in the Far East, but there you can find a slightly more expensive analogue of this kit, which includes a larger “dish”. As usual, all sports fans should make their choice in favor of NTV-Plus. In our country, this operator has exclusive rights to broadcast tennis, basketball, boxing, volleyball, hockey and, of course, football. The operator also offers viewing of several TV channels that broadcast the best films - their screening begins almost before the release on Blu-ray!

Please note that the receiver included in this kit maximally supports only Full HD resolution. If you plan to watch TV channels in higher definition in the future, you should consider purchasing a different set. However, now the best satellite TV practically does not support 4K - in particular, companies involved in organizing sports broadcasts are not yet eager to switch to this resolution.

Telecard HD GLOBO X8 0.6m

In our rating we cannot ignore Telekarta. Now this operator is the least common. In many settlements, four out of five installed satellite dishes have the Tricolor TV logo. And only the fifth antenna will belong to one of the remaining operators. And often this is not a “Telecard”. Apparently, people do not like the tariff line of this operator. And the number of free channels here is very small - there are 12 of them. However, quadrupling their number will cost only 50 rubles per month. Significantly more expensive unlimited package, but it already includes 200 TV channels.

The HD GLOBO X8 0.6m kit includes, as you might guess, a 60-centimeter antenna. Standard for regions located not east of Yekaterinburg. Also in the box you will find a simple receiver. It is designed to display images with a resolution no higher than 1080p. It’s a good set, but it’s not clear why you should buy it if you can connect to other operators in your region. And Telekarta certainly will not suit those who need a lot of sports channels.

Conclusion

Now you know that satellite television is doing very well in Russia. The territory of our country is huge, and therefore cable operators will never be able to reach every home. The capabilities of the on-air signal are also limited - at most, only a few dozen TV channels will be available to viewers. Now you know what the kits are different operators differ from each other. This means that now no one is stopping you from making a purchase, acquiring a so-called “dish” and, if necessary, a receiver.

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Today there are many CT operators, and each has its own characteristics of the commercial offer. Every TV viewer asks the question: “Which satellite TV should I choose?”

To decide which satellite TV is best to connect in 2019, you need to carefully study the pros and cons of all the most popular CT operators in Russia. According to the 2018 satellite television rating in Russia, the following operators are the most popular.

"Tricolor"

Nowadays, every TV viewer, when choosing a TV for their home, proceeds from which satellite TV is best to choose. If you need to watch 2 TVs independently of each other, then choose Tricolor.

A set of equipment for connecting to this operator may seem expensive in price and bulky in volume and weight. It includes not only satellite dish, but also 2 receivers GS E501 and GS C591, which transmit the signal via a cable connected to the Ethernet port. This pair of devices allows you to watch different channels on two TVs. This is a very big advantage for use in large families.

Receiver software is constantly being improved. In 2015, devices received the function of delayed viewing and recording of broadcasts. These models also have many multimedia applications. In addition, you can use not only a standard device, but also a smartphone or tablet as a control panel.

Channels and packages

The number of channels depends on the package you want to subscribe to. For example, the “Unified Multi” package includes at least 189 channels. Of this number, 31 channels broadcast in HD quality.

There are also separate paid packages that include specialized channels for children and adults. There are even “very adult” channels, for example, the “Night” package, which includes at least 5 erotic channels.

Main advantages:

• more than 180 channels in the standard package;
• the cost of each package is acceptable for most subscribers;
• possibility of simultaneous viewing different channels on two TVs;
• multifunctional receivers;
• ability to connect to radio stations.

Flaws:

• high cost of equipment;
• Only one modification of the antenna is used - with a diameter of 60 cm.

The company rebranded, shortening its name. Now it is simply called “Tricolor”. The logo has been changed corporate identity, commercial strategy.

At the end of the first half of 2018, this operator had more than 12 million subscribers. Currently, the operator intends to actively implement multi-digital technologies; it plans to expand its presence in the virtual space and increase its Internet audience.

Availability of services increases. You can view operator channels at any point where there is an Internet channel with the required bandwidth. To do this, you will need a TV whose software supports Android TV. You need to install the Tricolor-Online-TV application on it, and it is not required receiving equipment. This allows you to watch TV and use services even if the Android TV is not connected to satellite dish.

But unlike the online service of another operator - HTB-Plus - the service from Tricolor is available only to subscribers. In any case, it is very convenient for those who spend the summer at the dacha, and then return to the city and continue to use the operator’s services without additional payment.

Recently, this operator has begun to gain great popularity throughout the country, because subscribers are offered a large number of channels (more than 170) with a standard subscription. Moreover, clients are given the opportunity to exclude from the overall package those channels that are not needed.

More than 10 channels are broadcast in high definition, including “Wildlife HD”, “Russia HD”, “First Channel HD”, etc. And this list is constantly expanding.

For a fee, subscribers are offered special thematic channel packages. In particular, you can connect to channel packages from Viasat or Our Football, which broadcast matches of the country’s regular championship.

There are also separate packages “for adults”, for example, paid erotic channels “Russian Night” and “Playboy-TV”.

A special offer for subscribers is the opportunity to cancel paid channels a year after subscription, receiving 40 free ones.

When purchasing equipment, a Globo HD X8 satellite receiver is provided. The device has inputs for a flash drive and hard drive, with which you can record digital TV broadcasts, including installed program. In addition, the receiver can be used as a media player. The device has its own power supply and a large number of connectors.

Advantages:

• receiver with very high technical characteristics;
• a large number of channels provided free of charge;
• more than 150 channels in the standard package;
• 15 channels in HD quality;
• low cost of the standard package.

Flaws:

• low prevalence of operator;
• expensive paid channels;
• It is only possible to use a 60 cm antenna.

"HTB-Plus"

Which satellite TV package do sports fans choose when choosing TV channels?

The NTV-Plus HD equipment set makes it possible to watch a lot of TV channels in high quality. By this criterion, this operator is ahead of all its competitors. Here you can watch feature films and documentaries, children's and sports programs in HD quality.

But all paid packages, even standard ones, are expensive. If you want to watch all sports programs, you will need the SuperSport West package. It includes more than 20 channels, but you will have to pay more than 400 rubles per month.

The equipment set includes:

• satellite dish;
• smart card;
• Opentech OHS 1740V receiver.

The receiver is bulky in size, but its functionality is very wide, including support for the HDCP protocol. A variety of connectors are used to output image and sound. The menu is quite simple, even to record a broadcast you only need to press 2 keys.

Advantages:

• reliable signal reception;
• many channels available;
• TV recording function;
• ideal offers for football fans;
• the largest selection of HD channels.

Flaws:

• high cost of additional packages;
• Only one type of antenna is used - 60 cm.

The Multiroom service makes it possible to connect up to three TVs to one satellite dish without paying additional subscription contracts. The service is available to all new and existing subscribers throughout the country if they subscribe to the “Basic” package.

“Multiroom” is not only convenient, but also very profitable. A subscription for two TVs gives a 25% discount, for three TVs a 30% discount. To connect to the service, you need to purchase a receiver or CAM module for each TV, subscribe to the “Basic” package, and receive a free conditional access smart card for each TV. You can make the connection yourself via personal account or at the operator's office.

MTC-TB

The signal of this operator can be received in any region, but you can’t buy equipment everywhere. The set of equipment from MTS includes a proprietary set-top box with a large number connectors. The operator receives data from the subscriber using a SIM card installed inside the device.

The functionality of the device includes options for delayed viewing, requesting and launching the desired content recorded on a medium (flash drive). Soon it will be possible to use Internet services, access to which will be via 3G, Wi-Fi or Ethernet.

The paid package includes 130 channels, 25 of which are in HD. Today additional packages are already available at an affordable price. In particular, an erotic package that includes 5 channels (“Brazzers-TV Europe”, “French Lover TV”, “Russian Night” and others) costs 190 rubles. The sports package includes several channels from NTV-Plus.

Advantages:

• low cost of all packages – both standard and additional;
• many channels available;
• wide functionality receiver;
• the ability to make payments from a mobile phone number.

Disadvantage: temporary connection difficulties.

Currently there is a promotion “Half a year for half price”. All sets of equipment that receive 210 channels are provided with serious discounts - almost 50%.

A popular operator providing access to the largest number of free channels in Russia on foreign languages. The operator broadcasts from several satellites located above the equator in a stationary position. The main broadcasting territory is Europe and the European part of Russia.

To receive a signal in Moscow, you need an antenna with a diameter of at least 90 cm. Reception of channels can be done for free, because they are not encoded. The channel itself uses the broadcasting frequency on lease at its own expense and makes it available to everyone. Such generosity of the company is aimed at expanding the viewing audience. But it is necessary to understand that not a single operator broadcasting channels with paid content, it won't do that. News, religious programs, couch shopping, etc. are usually provided free of charge.

The Hotbird signal is actively received in Moscow and the Moscow region. There are many channels from European and American countries, but few Russian-language ones. The predominant channels are in Italian, Arabic, and Persian. The total number of channels is more than 400. The image is transmitted to digital format, but the image resolution may vary. The operator mainly uses the Mpeg-2 compression standard, but there is also Mpeg-4. This format is as close to HD quality as possible.

Advantages

Which satellite TV is better and cheaper? Each operator has its own advantages and disadvantages. The cheapest satellite television cannot provide the maximum number of channels in good quality. Therefore, each user chooses for himself what is more important to him - the number of good channels or the ability to watch television for free.

Flaws

A common drawback of all operators is the lack of reliable signal reception in all regions of the country.

Bottom line

Telecard cannot be connected in all regions. To purchase equipment from the satellite TV operator chosen as your preferred operator, you will have to go to a separate office, which may be located somewhere on the outskirts. But you can purchase everything in the online store.

Which satellite TV is better from the point of view of the majority of users in Russia? "Tricolor". There's a lot of choice here different options configuration. The equipment can be designed for 2 TVs, or used without a receiver at all.

HTB-Plus has the largest selection of sports channels.