Platforma HD () was a Russian operator of satellite TV which broadcasts a package of HD-quality channels over the European territory of Russia. In addition, the package of channels of high-definition was available for retransmission in cable networks. On July 1, 2012, the service was shut down without giving any reason and has not been available since then.
Platforma HD broadcasts the programs via satellite Eurobird 9A (9,0ðE).
Main package (13 channels)
Platform DV (22 channels)
Terrestrial
Thematic
Besides channels from the packages of Platform HD and Platform DV, every subscriber can receive the un-encrypted TV and radio channels free of charge.
For viewing channels in HD quality the company recommends to use the following receiving equipment:<br/> Satellite:
Cable:
Subscribers can receive Platform HD signal directly from the satellite or through the cable network.
In the European part of Russia Platform HD was available via satellite on Eurobird 9ÃÂ.
9 degrees east longitude
Platform HD
Frequency: 12,380 MHz<br/> Polarization: Vertical (V)<br/> Transmission standard: DVB-S2<br/> Modulation: 8PSK<br/> Symbol rate: 26,400<br/> FEC: 2/3
Frequency: 12,303 MHz<br/> Polarization: Vertical (V)<br/> Transmission standard: DVB-S2<br/> Modulation: 8PSK<br/> Symbol rate: 26,400<br/> FEC: 2/3
Platform DV
Frequency: 12,207 MHz<br/> Polarization: Horizontal (H)<br/> Transmission standard: DVB-S2<br/> Modulation: 8PSK<br/> Symbol rate: 27,500<br/> FEC: 2/3
In February 2010, Platform HD and its technological partners â General Satellite and Samsung Electronics â announced at the International professional exhibition CSTB 2010, they began working over the first 3D television project in Russia. However, the 3D channel is currently at a preparatory stage.