Nimiq
Telesat's Nimiq satellites are used by Bell TV and DISH Network to provide Direct-to-Home (DTH) and broadcast services to consumers in North America.
"Nimiq" is an Inuit word used for a thing or a force which binds things together.
Four (4) Nimiq DTH satellites are currently in orbit
- Nimiq 1 at 91 W
- Nimiq 2 at 91 W
- Nimiq 4 at 82 W
- Nimiq 5 at 72.7 W
- Nimiq 6 is under construction and scheduled for launch in the first half of 2012
The following information reflects data for each satellite at the time of launch.
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Type: LM A2100AX |
Type: LM A2100AX |
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Type: EADS Astrium - E3000 |
Type: Loral FS1300 |