DirecTV Adds Greek Network May 30, 2007
Posted by grhomeboy in Media Radio & TV.trackback
DIRECTV is taking its international programming platform, WorldDirect, to the next level with the launch of its second Greek-language channel, A SAT, the satellite version of the popular Greek channel Alpha TV.
Beginning today, DIRECTV will be the only digital satellite television service provider to offer A SAT throughout the United States.
A SAT offers an array of popular Greek programming, including entertainment, soap-opera, Greek series and movies, national and international news, sports and lifestyle programs. DIRECTV customers can order A SAT as part of the GreekDirect programming package, which also includes the MEGA Cosmos channel for $26.99 per month, or on a la carte basis for $14.99 per month.
A SAT delivers programming for all audiences. For the most up-to-date news, viewers can tune into Kendriko Deltio Eidiseon, whose popular newscasters Mara Zaxarea, Christos Vasilopoulos, Giorgos Aftias, Nikos Kakaounakis and Giorgos Kirtsos, cover in-depth news in Greece and from around the world. In addition, Greek international star Nikos Aliagas will cover art, showbiz and politics. For the latest in fashion, health, music sports and cooking, A SAT offers a variety of lifestyle programming, including Kafes me tin Eleni, hosted by renowned Greek actress, Eleni Menegaki.
WorldDirect customers must first subscribe to DIRECTV BASIC ($9.99/mo) or any DIRECTV base programming package ($29.99/mo or above). For more information on how to receive GreekDirect, customers should call 800-378-7229.
DIRECTV customers will need to use a WorldDirect services satellite dish that is capable of receiving both international and English-language programming. In some markets, customers who subscribe to a local channels package will require a second smaller dish.
Related Links >
http://www.alphatv.gr/index.asp?a_id=45
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