Freesat Sri Lanka is a completely subscription-free digital satellite television service that delivers local and international television channels across Sri Lanka. Operated by Freesat Lanka Pvt Ltd, the platform is officially licensed by the Ministry of Mass Media and the Telecommunication Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL).
Unlike traditional DTH operators, Freesat Lanka does not charge monthly subscription fees. Once the dish antenna and compatible set-top box are installed, viewers can enjoy a wide range of Free-to-Air (FTA) channels without recurring charges. The platform uses modern DVB-S2 broadcasting technology with HEVC (H.265) video compression, allowing efficient HD broadcasting while remaining future-ready for additional services.
Freesat Lanka Malayalam Channels
The following Malayalam channels are currently available on the Freesat Lanka platform:
| Malayalam Channel |
|---|
| Mazhavil Manorama International |
| DD Malayalam |
| Amrita TV |
| Kaumudy TV |
| MediaOne TV |
| Mathrubhumi News |
| Reporter TV |
| 24 News |
| Jeevan TV |
| Safari TV |
| Kappa TV |
| Raj Musix Malayalam |
Note: The channel lineup may change periodically as broadcasters add or remove Free-to-Air services. Regular blind scanning is recommended to receive newly added channels.
Freesat Lanka Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Satellite | Express AM7 |
| Orbital Position | 40.0° East |
| Frequency | 11637 MHz |
| Polarization | Horizontal |
| Broadcast Standard | DVB-S2 |
| Modulation | 8PSK |
| Symbol Rate | 32727 |
| FEC | 2/3 |
| Video Codec | HEVC (H.265) |
These parameters can be manually entered into compatible DVB-S2 satellite receivers if the channels are not detected during an automatic scan.
Why Choose Freesat Lanka?
Some of the major advantages of Freesat Lanka include:
- 📡 No monthly subscription charges
- 📺 Free access to local and international television channels
- 🎥 HEVC (H.265) support for improved picture quality
- 🌏 Nationwide satellite coverage across Sri Lanka
- ⚡ Compatible with modern DVB-S2 satellite receivers
- 🔄 Regular channel additions through platform updates
Important Information
Freesat Lanka frequently updates its channel lineup. Several Malayalam channels, including MediaOne TV, Mathrubhumi News, Safari TV, Reporter TV, Kappa TV, Raj Musix Malayalam, Jeevan TV and 24 News, were added during a recent platform update, making it one of the largest collections of Free-to-Air Malayalam channels currently available on a single satellite transponder.
If you are setting up a new Freesat Lanka receiver, performing a blind scan after entering the latest transponder details is the easiest way to receive all currently available channels. Since FTA channel lineups can change over time, checking for updates periodically is recommended.