Frequencies of HBO channels on satellites 2025 🎥🌍 – Global Freqs

HBO (Home Box Office), a flagship property of Warner Bros. Discovery, is a world-renowned pay television network celebrated for its groundbreaking original series, blockbuster films, documentaries and comedy specials.

With iconic shows like game of Thrones, Succession, WestworldAND EuphoriaHBO attracts more than 40 million subscribers in the United States and reaches more than 150 countries with its premium content.

Starting in July 2025, HBO’s regional feeds, including HBO Europe and HBO Asia, will deliver high-quality HD and SD broadcasts to millions of people in the Middle East, North Africa, Europe and beyond.

This article provides a detailed guide to the latest HBO frequencies on the major satellites (Nilesat, Arabsat, Hot Bird, Thor and Astra), along with expert reception advice to ensure seamless access to HBO’s unparalleled entertainment. 📡✨

Why HBO stands out 🌟

• Successful content 🎬: offers award-winning series, films and documentaries, including Chernobyl, The SopranosAND House of the Dragonwith special previews.

• Global reach 🌐: Broadcast via regional feeds such as HBO Europe, HBO Asia and HBO MENA, accessible via satellite and streaming platforms such as HBO Max.

• High quality transmissions 📺: Offers HD (1920×1080) and SD streaming, with selected free-to-air and other encrypted channels via pay TV providers such as OSN.

• Cultural impact 🏆: Known for high production values ​​and storytelling, with 1.92 billion digital video starts in 2020 and a legacy of Emmy-winning content.

• Diversified programming 🎤: Presents live dramas, comedies, documentaries and specials, aimed at a wide audience with multilingual subtitles and dubbing.

HBO frequencies on the main satellites 📡

HBO operates multiple channels (e.g. HBO HD, HBO Comedy, HBO Signature) and regional feeds, primarily through pay-TV providers such as OSN in the Middle East and Focus Sat in Europe.

Below is a complete frequency table for tuning into HBO channels or feeds starting in July 2025, based on the latest available data.

Please note that most HBO channels are encrypted and require subscriptions, while some regions offer limited free-to-air access.

Frequency chart for HBO 2025 📊

Key information 🔍

• Nilesat 201 (7° west): HBO MENA, available via OSN on 12073 MHz, is encrypted and includes channels such as HBO HD and HBO Comedy. Ideal for viewers in Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. Requires an OSN subscription.

• Arabsat Badr-4 (26° east): Carries HBO MENA via OSN on 11804 MHz, encrypted for pay-TV subscribers in the Gulf and North Africa (e.g. Qatar, Kuwait). It offers HD broadcasts of HBO’s flagship content.

• Hot Bird 13B (13° East): HBO Europe on 10834 MHz is encrypted via providers such as Sky and NC+, which serve Europe and parts of the MENA region. Includes HBO HD, HBO 2 and HBO Comedy in HD (1920×1080).

• Thor 7 (0.8° west): Broadcasts HBO Europe on 12149 MHz, encrypted via Focus Sat for Nordics and Central/Eastern Europe, requiring Conax or Cryptoworks decryption. It covers countries such as Norway, Sweden and Hungary.

• Astra 1L (19.2° East): Offers HBO Europe on 12604 MHz, encrypted via Sky Deutschland, targeting Germany, France and surrounding regions. Mostly SD but includes HBO HD in select packages.

• Note on encryption 🔒: Most HBO channels are encrypted and require subscriptions through providers such as OSN (MENA), Sky (Europe) or Focus Sat (Nordics). There are currently no free-to-air HBO channels available on these satellites.

• Alternative access 🌐: For regions with limited satellite coverage or free-to-air options, stream HBO content via HBO Max (available in select regions such as the US, Latin America and Europe) on hbomax.com or through local partners such as OSN Streaming. A 7-day free trial is available through platforms like Roku.

• Thor’s note ⚠️: HBO availability on Thor may vary by region; check the active transponders with Focus Sat. Alternative news channels such as CNN (11265 MHz, Horizontal, 25000 kS/s, FEC 3/4) are available on Thor 5.

Optimizing reception: expert advice for flawless vision 📺

To enjoy HBO’s premium content in crystal-clear quality, follow these expert tips tailored for Nilesat, Arabsat, Hot Bird, Thor, and Astra:

1. Selection of plate size 📏: Use a 70-100cm antenna for Nilesat, Arabsat and Hot Bird in primary coverage areas (MENA, Europe). For Thor in the Nordic countries or Astra in Europe a 60-80 cm dish is sufficient. In fringe areas (e.g. Southern Europe for Nilesat), opt for a 100-150cm dish for stronger signals.

2. Precise plate alignment 🧭: Align your dish to the satellite’s orbital position (7°W for Nilesat, 26°E for Arabsat, 13°E for Hot Bird, 0.8°W for Thor, 19.2°E for Astra) using a satellite tracker or apps like SatFinder. Make sure no obstacles (trees, buildings) block your line of sight.

3. LNB compatibility 🔌: Install a universal Ku-band (9.75/10.6 GHz) LNB for all satellites listed. Check that your receiver supports DVB-S and DVB-S2 for HD/SD broadcasts.

4. Signal optimization 📶: Aim for a quality level of 70-98% on the receiver’s meter to avoid pixelation. Adjust the azimuth, elevation and tilt of the LNB for maximum performance.

5. Weatherproof ☔: Protect yourself from signal loss in rain or snow by securing your dish and using waterproof LNB caps. Avoid retuning in high pressure atmospheric conditions.

6. Verification of coverage 🗺️: Confirm that your location is within the satellite’s range (e.g. Nilesat for MENA, Hot Bird/Astra for Europe, Thor for Nordics) using official coverage maps.

Tuning to HBO on your receiver: a step-by-step guide 📡

Add HBO channels to your satellite receiver (e.g., Strong, Humax, Starsat) with these simple steps:

1. Access the Menu ⚙️: Press “Menu” or “Settings” on the remote control, then select “Installation”, “Channel Search” or “Antenna Setup”.

2. Select Manual Scan 🔎: Choose “Manual Scan”, “Manual Installation” or “Add Transponder”.

3. Choose the satellite 🛰️: Select Nilesat 201 (7°W), Arabsat Badr-4 (26°E), Hot Bird 13B (13°E), Thor 7 (0.8°W) or Astra 1L (19.2°E). If not available, manually enter the orbital position.

4. Entry transponder details 📋: Enter the frequency, signal direction, symbol rate and FEC from the table above (for example, 12073 MHz, horizontal, 27500 kS/s, 2/3 for Nilesat). Check for accuracy.

5. Run the scan 🔄: Press “Scan”, “Search” or “OK”. Select “All channels” for encrypted and free-to-air options. Scanning takes 1-3 minutes.

6. Save channels 💾: Save scanned channels (for example, “HBO HD”, “HBO Comedy”) to the channel list.

7. Fine tuning signal 🔧: If the signal is weak, adjust the dish alignment and LNB tilt to achieve a quality level of 70-98%. Recheck cables and connections.

8. Test playback 📺: Select an HBO channel to confirm clear playback. For encrypted channels, make sure you have an active subscription and a compatible decryption module (e.g. Conax, Irdeto).

Receiver Tips 🔌:

• Enable “LNB Power” on Strong receivers (e.g. SRT 4950) in the “Transponder” menu.

• For encrypted channels, check that your receiver supports decryption modules and that your subscription is active with providers such as OSN, Sky or Focus Sat.

• Default PINs (for example, 0000, 1234) may be required; consult the receiver manual.

HBO Global Impact and Highlighted broadcasts 🌟

HBO continues to redefine premium entertainment:

• Audience dominance 📈: Serves over 40 million subscribers in the US and reaches over 150 countries, with 1.92 billion digital video starts in 2020.

• Iconic shows 🎤: Features game of Thrones, Succession, Euphoria (Season 2 streaming in 2025), ChernobylAND The White Lotuswith subtitles and multilingual dubbing.

• Global presence 🌐: HBO MENA on Nilesat/Arabsat, HBO Europe on Hot Bird/Thor/Astra and HBO Asia in select markets, complemented by HBO Max streaming in the US, Latin America and Europe.

• Digital innovation 📱: HBO Max offers streaming for $9.99 per month, including live sports, CNN Max news, and specials, with a 7-day free trial through Roku.

• Historic milestone 🏛️: Launched in 1972, HBO is the oldest subscription television service in the United States, a pioneer of cable-originated content with first-run films and series.