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{{short description|Former pay TV service in Cyprus}}
Not to be confused with [[Alpha Cyprus]], a new television channel in [[Cyprus]], expected to air in April 2016.


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network_name = Alfa TV <br>''κανάλι ΑΛΦΑ''|
| name = Alfa TV <br>''κανάλι ΑΛΦΑ''
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country = [[Cyprus]]|
| country = [[Cyprus]]
| language = [[Greek language|Greek]]
network_type = [[Terrestrial television|Broadcast]]|
| picture_format = [[Aspect ratio (image)|4:3]] ([[576i]], [[Standard-definition television|SDTV]])
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| owner = Alfa TV Limited
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| launch_date = 1998
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| closed_date = 2015
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'''Alfa TV''' was a [[premium television]] service available in [[Cyprus]], that broadcast sports and children's programming as well as the odd film. It was owned by '''Alfa TV Ltd.''' and was launched in 1998. Alfa TV was one of only 2 pay-TV services in Cyprus, the other being [[Lumiere TV]] with whom Alfa TV had a programming agreement.
'''Alfa TV''' was a [[pay television]] service available in [[Cyprus]], that broadcast sports and children's programming as well as the odd film. It was owned by '''Alfa TV Ltd.''' and was launched in 1998. Alfa TV was one of only 2 pay-TV services in Cyprus, the other being [[Lumiere TV]] with whom Alfa TV had a programming agreement. Some of the programs on Alfa TV were broadcast incorporation with well-known pay-TV channels, and specifically with those of [[MultiChoice]] (CineMagic, SuperSport and K-T.V.).


It was broadcast over the air, together with Lumiere TV, on several platforms, like CytaVision, with an extra fee. Repeaters had been set up across the country that enabled more than 80% of the population to receive those services. Alfa TV was available on the [[NOVA Cyprus]] platform but due to a financial dispute with the provider, the channel was removed and signed on with rival [[Athina Sat]]. It was also available through IPTV providers [[CytaVision]] & [[PrimeTel]].
It was broadcast over the air, together with Lumiere TV, on several platforms, like CytaVision, with an extra fee. Repeaters had been set up across the country that enabled more than 80% of the population to receive those services. Alfa TV was available on the [[Nova (Forthnet)|Nova Cyprus]] platform but due to a financial dispute with the provider, the channel was removed and signed on with rival [[Athina Sat]] in July 2006.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20060825063059/http://www.multichoice.biz/index1.php Multichoice Official]</ref> It was also available through IPTV providers CytaVision & [[PrimeTel]].


As of March 3, 2008, Alfa TV returned to NOVA Cyprus following a new agreement whilst Athina Sat, had ceased operations. During the summer of 2011, the channel, was expected to be renamed to STAR Channel. The owner and former member of the parliament, Sokratis Chasikos, hired the former head manager of ANT1 Cyprus, Giorgos Tsalakos, as head manager. The contract with LTV ended on May and was not renewed.
As of March 3, 2008, Alfa TV returned to NOVA Cyprus following a new agreement whilst Athina Sat, had ceased operations.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.stockwatch.com.cy/el/announcement/katelixan-se-symfonia-multichoice-cyprus-netmed-lumiere-tv|title=Κατέληξαν σε συμφωνία Multichoice (Cyprus) – Netmed – Lumiere TV|language=Greek|website=Stockwatch.com.cy|date=2008-02-18|accessdate=2019-06-19|archive-date=2023-04-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230402153832/https://www.stockwatch.com.cy/el/announcement/katelixan-se-symfonia-multichoice-cyprus-netmed-lumiere-tv|url-status=live}}</ref> During the summer of 2011, the channel, was expected to be renamed to STAR Channel. The owner and former member of the parliament, Sokratis Chasikos, hired the former head manager of ANT1 Cyprus, Giorgos Tsalakos, as head manager. The contract with LTV ended in May and was not renewed.


==Programming==
==Former Programming==
===Sports===
===Sports===
Alfa TV featured sports programming from Cyprus and around the world, as some of them were broadcast in corporation with [[Nova Sports|SuperSport]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.alphatv.com.cy/Home/SuperSport.html|title=Ραδιοτηλεοπτική Εταιρεία Αλφα Λίμιτεδ - Super Sport|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20020609171529/http://www.alphatv.com.cy/Home/SuperSport.html|archivedate=June 9, 2002}}</ref> Sports coverage included live action from [[National Basketball Association|NBA]], [[Women's National Basketball Association|WNBA]], [[UEFA Champions League]], [[UEFA Europa League]], [[WWE Bottom Line]], [[World Rally Championship]], [[NASCAR]] and [[Champ Car World Series]]. In addition, Alfa TV had extensive coverage of championship football including matches from the following leagues: [[Super League Greece|Super League]], [[Premier League]], [[Serie A]], German [[Bundesliga]] and Portuguese [[Primeira Liga]]. Alfa TV also covered other events such as horse racing from the Nicosia Racing Club, tennis, boxing, bowling, billiards, rodeo, golf and extreme sports. Shows regarding sports would include:<ref name="alfa">[https://web.archive.org/web/20020216151820/http://alphatv.com.cy/Showcase/Showcase.html Alfa TV Showcase]</ref>

Alfa TV featured the best Sports programming from Cyprus and around the world as well as the finest Children's entertainment. Sports coverage included live action from the following leagues and events:

* [[National Basketball Association|NBA]]
* [[Women's National Basketball Association|WNBA]]
* [[UEFA Champions League]]
* [[UEFA Cup]]
* [[WWE Bottom Line]]
* [[World Rally Championship]]
* [[NASCAR]]
* [[Champ Car|CART]]

In addition Alfa TV had extensive coverage of championship football including matches from the following leagues: Greek [[Super League Greece|Super League]], [[FA Premier League|English Premiership]], Italian [[Serie A]], [[Bundesliga (football)|German Bundesliga]] and Portuguese [[Portuguese Liga|SuperLiga]]. Alfa TV also covered other events such as horse racing, tennis, boxing, bowling, billiards, rodeo, golf and extreme sports.


===Children's===
===Children's===
{{main|K-T.V.}}
Alfa TV was broadcasting top-rated children's programs from around the world. Additionally, all programs did not feature any violence. Shows on Alfa TV included:
Initially, Alfa TV would broadcast children's programs incorporation with [[K-T.V.]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.alphatv.com.cy/Home/KTV.html|title=Ραδιοτηλεοπτική Εταιρεία Αλφα Λίμιτεδ - KTV|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20030624070903/http://www.alphatv.com.cy/Home/KTV.html|archivedate=June 24, 2003}}</ref> At a time the latter network would collapse, Kids TV, its spiritual successor, was formed. Independently managed, it would air Warner Bros. and Nickelodeon cartoons. Coincidentally, [[K-T.V.]] in South Africa would also air Nickelodeon programming.

* [[All Grown Up!]]
* [[As Told by Ginger]]
* [[Blue's Clues]]
* [[CatDog]]
* [[ChalkZone]]
* [[Danny Phantom]]
* [[Dora the Explorer]]
* [[Drake & Josh]]
* [[Eureeka's Castle]]
* [[Hey Arnold!]]
* [[Justice League (TV series)|Justice League]]
* [[Kenan & Kel]]
* [[Legends of the Hidden Temple]]
* [[Little Bill]]
* [[My Life as a Teenage Robot]]
* [[Rocket Power]]
* [[Rocko's Modern Life]]
* [[Rugrats]]
* [[SpongeBob SquarePants]]
* [[The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius]]
* [[The Angry Beavers]]
* [[The Brothers Garcia]]
* [[The Daffy Duck Show]]
* [[The Jetsons]]
* [[The Wild Thornberrys]]
* [[Unfabulous]]
* [[Yakkity Yak]]


===Other===
==References==
{{Reflist}}
In addition to the programming mentioned above, Alfa TV also aired several original programs of its own, throughout the week.
* '''Deltio Eidiseon''' - Daily newscasts at 5pm, 6pm & 7pm featuring all the top stories from Cyprus, Greece and the rest of the world
* '''Οikonomia''' - Business program that dealt with the top economic issues, aired Mondays at 7:10pm
* '''Εpi Skinis''' - Current affairs program that was discussing the key issues affecting society, aired Tuesdays at 7:10pm
* '''Μera Para Mera''' - Talkshow that dealt with various topics of discussion from politics to culture to current affairs, aired Wednesday and Friday at 7:10pm


[[Category:Television channels in Cyprus]]
[[Category:Defunct television channels in Cyprus]]
[[Category:Greek-language television stations]]
[[Category:Greek-language television stations]]
[[Category:Television channels and stations established in 1998]]
[[Category:Television channels and stations established in 1998]]
[[Category:Television channels and stations disestablished in 2015]]

Latest revision as of 14:40, 10 September 2024

Alfa TV
κανάλι ΑΛΦΑ
CountryCyprus
Programming
Language(s)Greek
Picture format4:3 (576i, SDTV)
Ownership
OwnerAlfa TV Limited
History
Launched1998
Closed2015

Alfa TV was a pay television service available in Cyprus, that broadcast sports and children's programming as well as the odd film. It was owned by Alfa TV Ltd. and was launched in 1998. Alfa TV was one of only 2 pay-TV services in Cyprus, the other being Lumiere TV with whom Alfa TV had a programming agreement. Some of the programs on Alfa TV were broadcast incorporation with well-known pay-TV channels, and specifically with those of MultiChoice (CineMagic, SuperSport and K-T.V.).

It was broadcast over the air, together with Lumiere TV, on several platforms, like CytaVision, with an extra fee. Repeaters had been set up across the country that enabled more than 80% of the population to receive those services. Alfa TV was available on the Nova Cyprus platform but due to a financial dispute with the provider, the channel was removed and signed on with rival Athina Sat in July 2006.[1] It was also available through IPTV providers CytaVision & PrimeTel.

As of March 3, 2008, Alfa TV returned to NOVA Cyprus following a new agreement whilst Athina Sat, had ceased operations.[2] During the summer of 2011, the channel, was expected to be renamed to STAR Channel. The owner and former member of the parliament, Sokratis Chasikos, hired the former head manager of ANT1 Cyprus, Giorgos Tsalakos, as head manager. The contract with LTV ended in May and was not renewed.

Former Programming

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Sports

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Alfa TV featured sports programming from Cyprus and around the world, as some of them were broadcast in corporation with SuperSport.[3] Sports coverage included live action from NBA, WNBA, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, WWE Bottom Line, World Rally Championship, NASCAR and Champ Car World Series. In addition, Alfa TV had extensive coverage of championship football including matches from the following leagues: Super League, Premier League, Serie A, German Bundesliga and Portuguese Primeira Liga. Alfa TV also covered other events such as horse racing from the Nicosia Racing Club, tennis, boxing, bowling, billiards, rodeo, golf and extreme sports. Shows regarding sports would include:[4]

Children's

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Main article: K-T.V.

Initially, Alfa TV would broadcast children's programs incorporation with K-T.V.[5] At a time the latter network would collapse, Kids TV, its spiritual successor, was formed. Independently managed, it would air Warner Bros. and Nickelodeon cartoons. Coincidentally, K-T.V. in South Africa would also air Nickelodeon programming.

References

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  1. ^ Multichoice Official
  2. ^ "Κατέληξαν σε συμφωνία Multichoice (Cyprus) – Netmed – Lumiere TV". Stockwatch.com.cy (in Greek). 2008-02-18. Archived from the original on 2023-04-02. Retrieved 2019-06-19.
  3. ^ "Ραδιοτηλεοπτική Εταιρεία Αλφα Λίμιτεδ - Super Sport". Archived from the original on June 9, 2002.
  4. ^ Alfa TV Showcase
  5. ^ "Ραδιοτηλεοπτική Εταιρεία Αλφα Λίμιτεδ - KTV". Archived from the original on June 24, 2003.
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