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{{short description|Former pay TV service in Cyprus}}
{{Infobox TV channel

|name = Alfa TV <br>''κανάλι ΑΛΦΑ''
{{Infobox television channel
|logofile = Alfa TV.gif
| name = Alfa TV <br>''κανάλι ΑΛΦΑ''
|country = [[Cyprus]]
| logo = Alfa TV.gif
|network_type = [[Terrestrial television|Broadcast]]
| country = [[Cyprus]]
|available = National
|picture format = [[4:3]] ([[576i]], [[SDTV]])
| language = [[Greek language|Greek]]
| picture_format = [[Aspect ratio (image)|4:3]] ([[576i]], [[Standard-definition television|SDTV]])
|owner = Alfa TV Limited
| owner = Alfa TV Limited
|key_people =
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|launch = 1998
| launch_date = 1998
|founder =
| closed_date = 2015
|slogan =
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|motto =
|past_names =
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|website = [http://web.archive.org/web/20070214131731/http://www.alphatv.com.cy/ Internet Archive]
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'''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]].
'''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 PLC]].
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 in 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 broadcasted 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|deadurl=yes|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|CART]]. In addition, Alfa TV had extensive coverage of championship football including matches from the following leagues: Greek [[Super League Greece|Super League]], [[Premier League]], Italian [[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:
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>

*''Antistrofi Metrisi'' - Sport talkshow, aired Tuesdays at 8:45pm, around a hour before a ''UEFA Champions League'' match would start. (2003-)
*''Fair Play'' - Sport talkshow about Superleague Greece, aired Tuesdays at 9pm.
*''Kalispera Evropi'' - Sport talkshow, aired Wednesdays at 8:45pm, around a hour before a ''UEFA Champions League'' match would start. (2003-)
*''Alfa Sports'' - Sport newscast, aired Thursdays at 9pm. Presented by Gregory Georgiou, and Thomas Franzis.
*''Athlitikes Istories kai oxi mono, Diasimon Anthropon'' - Sport talkshow featuring important people associated with sports, aired Thursdays at 10pm.
*''Roda einai... kai gyrizei ston Alfa'' - Sport talkshow centered around motorcycles, aired Fridays at 10pm. Presented by Stelios Vanezos. (2002-)
*''I Ora ton Protathliton'' - Sport talkshow that would talk about each season of Superleague Greece, aired Sundays at 10pm.


===Children's===
===Children's===
{{main|K-T.V.}}
Initially, Alfa TV would broadcast children's programs in corporation with [[K-T.V.]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.alphatv.com.cy/Home/KTV.html |title=Ραδιοτηλεοπτική Εταιρεία Αλφα Λίμιτεδ - KTV |deadurl=yes |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 the South Africa would also air Nickelodeon programming.
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.

*''[[Max Adventures]]'' (Οι περιπέτειες του Μαξ)
*''The Daffy Duck Show''
*''[[The Jetsons]]''
*''[[Ben 10]]''
*''[[Tom and Jerry Kids]]'' (Οι Μικρούληδες Τομ και Τζέρι)<ref name="ALFA_WB1">{{cite web|url=http://www.lumiere.com.cy:80/tvprog/ALFA_day1.htm |title=ALFA: Sunday, 1st July 2007|deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20070708195027/http://www.lumiere.com.cy:80/tvprog/ALFA_day1.htm |archivedate=2007-07-08 |df= }}</ref>
*''[[The 13 Ghosts of Scooby-Doo]]'' (Ο Σκούμπι-Ντου και τα 13 Φαντάσματα)<ref name="ALFA_WB1"/>
*''[[Courage the Cowardly Dog]]'' (Γενναίος, ο Φοβητσιάρης Σκύλος)<ref name="ALFA_WB1"/>
*''[[Batman: the Animated Series]]'' (Μπάτμαν)<ref name="ALFA_WB1"/>
*''[[Batman: The Brave and the Bold]]''
*''[[Animaniacs]]''<ref name="ALFA_WB2">{{cite web|url=http://www.lumieretv.com:80/index.php?pageid=102 |title=TV Guide, Lumiere TV Public Co LTD|deadurl=yes |archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20120625000927/http://www.lumieretv.com:80/index.php?pageid=102 |archivedate=2012-07-25 |df= }}</ref>
*''[[Tiny Toon Adventures]]''<ref name="ALFA_WB2"/>
*''[[Baby Looney Tunes]]''<ref name="ALFA_WB2"/>
*''[[Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!]]''<ref name="ALFA_WB2"/>
*''[[Justice League Unlimited]]''<ref name="ALFA_WB2"/>
*''[[Legion of Super Heroes]]''<ref name="ALFA_WB2"/>
*''[[The Road Runner Show]]''<ref name="ALFA_WB2"/>
*''[[Loonatics Unleashed]]''
*''[[The Cat&Birdy Warneroonie PinkyBrainy Big Cartoonie Show]]''
*''[[All Grown Up!]]'' (Rugrats: Η Επόμενη Γενιά<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1">{{cite web|url=http://www.lumiere.com.cy:80/tvprog/ALFA_day16.htm|title=ALFA: Friday, 16th February 2007|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20100921141921/http://lumiere.com.cy/tvprog/ALFA_day16.htm|archivedate=2010-09-21|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref>)
*''[[As Told by Ginger]]'' (Το Ημερολόγιο της Τζίντζερ<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.lumiere.com.cy/tvprog/alfa_day26.htm|title=ALFA: Μονδαυ, 26th February 2007|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20100921133915/http://lumiere.com.cy/tvprog/ALFA_day24.htm|archivedate=2007-02-27|access-date=2019-06-19}}</ref>)
*''[[Avatar: The Last Airbender]]''<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />
*''[[Blue's Clues]]'' (Τα Στοιχεία της Μπλου<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />)
*''[[CatDog]]'' (Γάτα-Σκύλος<ref name="ALFA_KIDS2">{{cite web|url=http://alphatv.com.cy:80/TVprogramme/sched2.cfm?day=19&month=02&year=2002|title=Ραδιοτηλεοπτική Εταιρία Αλφα Λίμιτεδ - TV Programme|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20020319102253/http://alphatv.com.cy/TVprogramme/sched2.cfm?day=19&month=02&year=2002|archivedate=2002-03-19|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref>)
*''[[ChalkZone]]'' (Η Μαγική Κιμωλία<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" /><ref name="ALFA_ KIDS4"/>)
*''[[Clarissa Explains It All]]'' (Κλαρίσα<ref name="ALFA_KIDS2" />)
*''[[Danny Phantom]]''<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />
*''[[Dora the Explorer]]'' (Ντόρα η Μικρή Εξερευνήτρια<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />)
*''[[Drake & Josh]]'' (Ντρέικ και Τζος<ref name="ALFA_KIDS3">{{cite web|url=http://www.lumiere.com.cy:80/tvprog/alfa_day24.htm|title=ALFA: Saturday, 24th February 2007|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20100921133915/http://lumiere.com.cy/tvprog/ALFA_day24.htm|archivedate=2010-09-21|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref>)
*''[[Eureeka's Castle]]'' (Το Κάστρο της Γιουρίκα)
*''[[Hey Arnold!]]'' (Άρνολντ<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />)
*''[[Just for Kicks (TV series)|Just for Kicks]]'' (Τα Κορίτσια παίζουν Μπάλα)
*''[[Kappa Mikey]]''<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.lumiere.com.cy:80/tvprog/ALFA_day14.htm|title=ALFA: Thursday, 14th February 2008|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20100921123108/http://lumiere.com.cy/tvprog/ALFA_day14.htm|archivedate=2010-09-21|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://lumiere.com.cy/index.php?pageaction=tvg&modid=19&prgid=430&ftvg=Y|title=Lumiere TV Public Co LTD|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110718100020/http://lumiere.com.cy/index.php?pageaction=tvg&modid=19&prgid=430&ftvg=Y|archivedate=July 18, 2011}}</ref>
*''[[Kenan & Kel]]''<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />
*''[[Legends of the Hidden Temple]]'' (Τα Μυστικά του Κρυμμένου Ναού<ref name="ALFA_KIDS2" />)
*''[[Little Bill]]''
*''[[My Life as a Teenage Robot]]'' (Τζένι: το Ρομπότ<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />)
*''[[Noah Knows Best]]''
*''[[Rocket Power]]''<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />
*''[[Rocko's Modern Life]]'' (Ο Κόσμος του Rocko<ref name="ALFA_ KIDS4">{{cite web|url=http://www.lumiere.com.cy:80/tvprog/alfa_day26.htm|title=ALFA: Saturday, 26th March 2005|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110205085350/http://www.lumiere.com.cy/tvprog/ALFA_day26.htm|archivedate=2011-02-05|access-date=2018-10-10}}</ref>)
*''[[Rugrats]]''<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />
*''[[SpongeBob SquarePants]]'' (Μπομπ Σφουγγαράκης)
*''[[The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius]]'' (Ο Νετρόνιος Τζίμι: το Αγόρι Ιδιοφυία<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />)
*''[[The Adventures of Pete & Pete]]'' (Οι Περιπέτειες των Πητ και Πητ<ref name="ALFA_KIDS2" />)
*''[[The Amanda Show]]'' (Αμάντα<ref name="ALFA_ KIDS4"/>)
*''[[The Angry Beavers]]'' (Οι Τρελοκάστορες<ref name="ALFA_KIDS2" />)
*''[[The Brothers García]]'' (Τα Αδέλφια Γκαρσία<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />)
*''[[The Wild Thornberrys]]'' (Οικογένεια Θόρνμπερι<ref name="ALFA_KIDS1" />)
*''[[Unfabulous]]'' (Το Τραγούδι της Άντυ<ref name="ALFA_KIDS3" />)
*''[[Yakkity Yak]]''
*''[[The Adventures of Pete and Pete]]'' (Οι Περιπέτειες των Πητ και Πητ)<ref name="ALFA_KIDS2" />
*''[[The Amanda Show]]'' (Αμάντα<ref name="ALFA_ KIDS4"/>)
*''[[Welcome Freshmen]]'' (Οι Πρωτοετείς)
*''[[Allegra's Window]]'' (Το Παράθυρο της Αλέγκρα)
*''[[Global GUTS]]'' (Ατρόμητα Παιδιά)
*''[[Back at the Barnyard]]'' (Στον Αχυρώνα)
*''[[Wonder Pets!]]'' (Σούπερ Ζωάκια)
*''[[Tak and the Power of Juju]]''
*''[[Fanboy &amp; Chum Chum]]''
*''[[The Mighty B!]]'' (Η Τρομερή Μπι)
*''[[The X's]]''
*''[[iCarly]]''<ref name="ALFA_ KIDS4"/>
*''[[Ni Hao, Kai-Lan]]''
*''[[Rugrats Pre-School Daze]]'' <ref>{{cite web|url=http://lumiere.com.cy/index.php?pageaction=tvg&modid=19&prgid=462 |title=Lumiere TV Public Co LTD|deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110718082856/http://lumiere.com.cy/index.php?pageaction=tvg&modid=19&prgid=462 |archivedate=2011-07-18|df= }}</ref>

===Other===
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.
*''Atzenta'' - Talkshow, aired Mondays at 7:10pm. Presented by Maria Sfetsou.
*''Ygeia'' - Talkshow about health topics, aired Tuesdays at 7:10pm. Presented by Elena Papamichail.
*''Ston Fako tou Alfa'' - Talkshow, aired Tuesdays at 11pm. Presented by Eleni Vretou.
*''En Dimo'' - Talkshow, aired Wednesdays at 7:10pm. Presented by Maria Sfetsou.
*''Οikonomia'' - Business program that dealt with the top economic issues, aired Thursdays at 7:10pm. Presented by Evelthon Iakovidis.
*''Politistiki Atzenta'' - Talkshow, aired Fridays at 6:30pm. Presented by Maria Sfetsou.
*''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.


==References==
==References==
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[[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

[edit]
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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