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Lyngsat also features a reception map and user comments. Regarding Arabsat 6A, the community reports the following:
A nuance often missed is that 30.5° East is a "hot slot" that may host more than one satellite. According to Lyngsat, Arabsat 6A shares this position with Arabsat 5A (older model). Some transponders on Lyngsat belong to Arabsat 5A. arabsat 6a lyngsat
How to differentiate:
Always ensure your receiver’s satellite list has Arabsat 6A selected, not just “30.5° East” (which might default to 5A). Lyngsat also features a reception map and user comments
Lyngsat clearly states Arabsat 6A at 30.5° East. This is important because multiple satellites share nearby slots (e.g., Arabsat 5C at 20°E, Badr series at 26°E). The 30.5°E slot is prime real estate for Middle Eastern broadcasting. Always ensure your receiver’s satellite list has Arabsat