The WorldSpace Satellites 
The WorldSpace network will consists of three geostationary satellites. Afristarô was successfully launched in late 1998 followed by Asiastarô in early 2000. Ameristarô is scheduled for launch in 2001. 
WorldSpace satellites are located more than 35,000 kilometers above the equator. Using powerful spot beams, each of which can support more than 50 services, the satellites transmit to three overlapping coverage areas approximately 14 million square kilometers each!

Earth Stations 
WorldSpace satellites use on-board processing to enable program reception from many stations. Content providers on the WorldSpace system can uplink their programs via the traditional hub method, sending broadcast signals to a central location for processing before transmitting them to the transparent part of the satellite. A second mode enables use of a smaller, more mobile feeder link uplink stations. Onboard processing technology converts these multiple signals at the satellite, combining them into a single downlink signal before transmitting them back to earth.

Optional Beam 
Want an external antenna, designed specifically for the KH-WS1? The KH-YG1 is a high quality beam with an operational frequency range of 1452 - 1492MHz. It is supplied complete with 25 metres fo cable with ëFí plugs, a low noise amplifier, mounting brackets and fitting - what more could you want!

Perfect digital sound from WorldSpace 
Fade-free WorldSpace programs include: 
ï BBC World Service 
ï CNN News 
ï INTL Dance 
ï Multi-lingual 
ï European Classical 
ï African 
ï Latin 
ï Reggae 
ï Jazz 
ï Country 
ï Educational 
ï Pop 
ï Rock 
ï Sport 
ï Plus lots more