Solar outage time again, where the sun can disrupt satellite signals

Solar outage time again, where the sun can disrupt satellite signals


In the next few weeks it will be "solar outage" time again.


A solar outage (or sun outage) happens twice a year when the sun, UK TV satellites and the earth are in alignment, and there is an interruption or distortion of satellite signals caused by interference from solar radiation.


More: http://www.satandpcguy.com/blog/2015/10/solar-outage-time-again-where-the-sun-can-disrupt-satellite-signals/

ITV launches new TV streaming service : ITV Hub

ITV launches new TV streaming service : ITV Hub ITV is to scrap the ITV Player TV service and ITV.com and launch a new online hub that will be the home for live streaming of its TV networks and on-demand services. The new service, called ITV Hub, follows in the footsteps of a similar revamp by Channel 4, which saw 4oD replaced with All 4 and is also in response to the development of the BBC iPlayer. More : http://www.satandpcguy.com/blog/2015/09/itv-launches-new-tv-streaming-service-itv-hub/

Liam Dutton nails pronouncing Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwlll­lantysiliogogogoch

Liam Dutton nails pronouncing Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwlll­lantysiliogogogoch during a Channel Four weather report.


Although the report was pre recorded, Liam nailed it on his first attempt!.

Running Wild with Bear Grylls Trailer

Running Wild with Bear Grylls Trailer
Wednesday 9th September at 9pm
Discovery UK


In the first episode of the brand new series of Running Wild with Bear Grylls, Kate Winslet  joins our indomitable survival expert for a 48-hour adventure in the beautiful - but deadly - mountains of Snowdonia.

The difference between a QUAD LNB and QUATTRO LNB

The difference between a QUAD LNB and QUATTRO LNB


LNB stands for Low Noise Block Downconvertor. The LNB converts high frequencies down to lower frequencies - hence the "downconvertor". This conversion by the LNB is required to enable a satellite receiver to decode the signal into video and audio, because the frequencies transmitted by a satellite are too high to be decoded by a set-top box.


There are different types of LNB, (offset, prime focus, Ku and KA band), as well as differences in the number of ports an LNB can have.


There are single port LNBs, as well as twin (two), quad (four) and octo (eight).


But there are also QUATTO LNBs which sometimes are confused with QUAD LNBs.


Continue reading : http://www.satandpcguy.com/blog/2015/08/the-difference-between-a-quad-lnb-and-quattro-lnb/

2015 Belgian Grand Prix - Live TV Coverage Times

The 2015 Belgium Grand Prix at Spa is this weekend, after the summer break.


And after the summer break, we now see nine races over the next fifteen weeks, with two double headers.


http://www.satandpcguy.com/blog/2015/08/2015-belgian-grand-prix-live-tv-coverage-times/

2015 Rugby World Cup on TV - where to watch

2015 Rugby World Cup
18th September to 30 October 2015
Live on TV ITV1, ITV4, Canal+, TF1, TV3, Sky Sports Italia






http://www.satandpcguy.com/Site/live_rugby_world_cup_2015.php

Is watching UK TV in Spain legal?

Is watching UK TV in Spain legal? A question that has confused expats living in Spain for several years. And the answer is yes and no. It all depends which UK TV channels, and how you watch them. Is watching free to air UK TV channels like BBC ITV in Spain legal? Firstly, the free to air UK TV channels like BBC ITV C4 and Fives. It is not illegal to watch these channels via satellite direct from the broadcasters. More : http://www.satandpcguy.com/blog/2015/08/is-watching-uk-tv-in-spain-legal/

Where can I watch Rugby World Cup 2015 on TV?

The 2015 Rugby World Cup starts on the 18th September 2015.


The 2015 Rugby World Cup final will be played on the 31 October 2015 at England's Twickenham Stadium.


Want to know where you can watch Rugby World Cup 2015 in your country?

Live Football on Sky Sports and BT Sport - who is showing what

With the new football season about to start. here is a guide as to which UK Broadcaster will be showing which football competition.

http://www.satandpcguy.com/blog/2015/08/live-football-on-sky-sports-and-bt-sport-who-is-showing-what/