Daystar Television First Religious Channel to Launch in High Definition (HD) on SKY

LONDON - Nov. 23, 2015 - PRLog -- Daystar Television – one of the largest religious broadcasters in the world – has today announced the launch of its network in High Definition (HD) on SKY, in the UK, which is supported by Arqiva’s Direct-to-Home satellite solution. This launch makes Daystar Television the first religious TV channel to launch an HD channel, on the Sky platform in the UK.

Marcus Lamb, Founder and President Daystar Television Network says:  "We wanted to make available to viewers watching faith based television on SKY in the United Kingdom the best viewing experience possible. Daystar is the first Christian Television Network to launch in HD (High Definition) on SKY. We feel that Daystar viewers will appreciate this enhanced HD viewing option.”

David Crawford, Managing Director, Satellite & Media commented: “We have worked with Daystar Television  since their UK launch in 2011 and we are delighted to partner with RUMS Media to help Daystar continue their growth  in the UK by launching  Daystar HD on the Sky platform.”

Broadcast 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Daystar Television is available on Sky Channel 583 after 4pm GMT on Monday 23 November, 2015.

About Daystar Television Network:

Daystar Television Network is an award winning, faith-based network dedicated to spreading the Gospel 24 hours a day, seven days a week – all around the globe, through all media formats possible. Reaching over 108 million households in the United States and over 2 billion people worldwide, Daystar is the fastest growing faith-based television network in the world. To learn more about Daystar, visit http://www.daystar.com.

About Arqiva:

Arqiva provides innovative and secure communications and broadcast technology. We’re extending the reach of mobile communications, shaping the future of broadcast, liberating WiFi for brand owners and unlocking the potential of the Internet of Things. Customers include major UK and international broadcasters such as the BBC, ITV, Turner Broadcasting, Sky plc; the independent radio groups; major telco providers including the UK's four mobile network operators; and retail, leisure, energy and water companies.

About RUM’s Media Services Corp:

RUM's Media Services provide effective satellite communication solutions customized for small and large-scale media organizations. RUM's Media provides solutions specifically to the needs of clients business in order to ensure and achieve most effective and economical solutions.

For more information, news and insights from Arqiva, please visit the website http://www.arqiva.com.