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“Simply Red – The Final Sortie” live from the O2-London tonight

Posted on December 19, 2010 by satfacts

Although Creative Broadcast Solutions Ltd are providing the on-site outside broadcast technical management of this live, historic gig tonight, we are not engaged to provide any Trouble/Helplines. Please refer to the documentation you were sent from the distributor for any … Continue reading →

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BOLSHOI: Tx established

Posted on December 19, 2010 by satfacts

Pre transmission testing was established on AB3 and IS10-02 at 13:02 GMT 14:02 CET. Good strong signals on both paths.

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BOLSHOI: Standby for testing…

Posted on December 19, 2010 by satfacts

Hello, Pre TX testing begins at 13:00 GMT / 14:00 CET. Please ensure your dish is clear of snow (if it is safe to do so). Please also ensure you know how to tune your receiver to a DVBS-2 / … Continue reading →

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BOLSHOI: Time to get your brushes out

Posted on December 19, 2010 by satfacts

Before the test at 1300GMT/1400CET, please go and sweep your dishes and LNBs of snow. Also make sure you can see some permanent channels on your satellite. Do everything you can to be ready for the signal coming at lunchtime. … Continue reading →

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Bolshoi: EARLIER TEST START on 19th

Posted on December 14, 2010 by satfacts

The Test that happens pre-TX on Sunday has been brought forwards. It will start at 1300GMT/1400CET. Please make full use of the time available. Many of you were unfamiliar with your kit today and did not know how to set … Continue reading →

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Bolshoi: The Test has now FINISHED

Posted on December 14, 2010 by satfacts

The test was extended until 1100GMT/1200CET but has now finished. Please join the Test again at 1400GMT/1500CET on Sunday 19th before the event

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BOLSHOI: Hotline/Helpdesk

Posted on December 14, 2010 by satfacts

Don’t forget to use the PowWowNow conference bridge if you are in need of assistance (PIN 270661).PowWowNow2011International

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Bolshoi: The Test is now LIVE on AB3 and IS10-02

Posted on December 14, 2010 by satfacts

The test is now broadcasting and will do until 1100GMT/1200CET. Remember to call the PowWowNow Helpline if you are having troubles.

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Bolshoi: The feed is now arriving

Posted on December 14, 2010 by satfacts

The Feed is now on AB3 and IS10-02 at 0955GMT The Channel is called “RUS-029-1” There are colour bars with the words “Ciel Ecran” and also “HD Test”

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Bolshoi/Ciel Ecran: DELAY TO TEST

Posted on December 14, 2010 by satfacts

There is a delay to the Test this morning. There are some local issues in Moscow. We are told to expect service after 0950GMT Sorry for the inconvenience.

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