Ku band
The
Ku band ("kay yoo band") is a portion of the
electromagnetic spectrum in the
microwave range of frequencies ranging from 10.9 to 12.75
GHz. The Ku band is primarily used for
satellite communications, particularly for satellite backhauls from remote locations back to a
television network's studio for editing and
broadcasting.
Direct broadcast satellite signals occupy the upper portion of the Ku band, from 12.2 to 12.75 GHz.
See also: C band, Ka band