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DYXX-TV (GMA TV-6 Iloilo)
Iloilo City
Branding GMA TV-6 Iloilo
GMA Western Visayas
Slogan Kapuso sang Ilonggo
Channels Analog: 6 (VHF)
Translators DYGM-TV 13 Bacolod
DYAQ-TV 30 Metro Bacolod
DYSL-TV 10 Sipalay, Negros Occ.
DYBB-TV 2 Kalibo
DYAM-TV 5 Roxas
Affiliations GMA Network
Owner GMA Network Inc.
Asian-Pacific Broadcasting Company
Founded 1967
Sister station(s) DYMK-TV (GMA News TV)
Former affiliations Associated Broadcasting Corporation (1967-1972)
Transmitter Power 30,000 watts (TPO)
72,000 watts (ERP)
Website GMANetwork.com

DYXX-TV, also known as GMA TV-6 Iloilo, is a television station that broadcasts on channel 6. It is a part of the GMA Network, one of the biggest TV networks in the Philippines. The station is owned by Asian-Pacific Broadcasting Company but is operated by GMA Network itself.

The main offices and studios of GMA TV-6 Iloilo are located in the GMA Compound in Jaro, Iloilo City. Its powerful transmitters, which send out the TV signals, are found in Jordan, Guimaras. These transmitters have a strong signal, reaching many areas.

GMA TV-6 Iloilo covers a wide region. It broadcasts to the entire Western Visayas area, which is Region 6 in the Philippines. It also reaches Romblon and parts of Cebu. This means many homes in these areas can watch the programs from GMA TV-6 Iloilo.

About GMA TV-6 Iloilo

GMA TV-6 Iloilo started broadcasting in 1967. It uses a type of signal called VHF (Very High Frequency) on channel 6. This station is very important for people in Western Visayas because it brings them news, entertainment, and local stories.

The station's slogan is Kapuso sang Ilonggo, which means "Heartmate of the Ilonggo people." This shows how connected the station is to the local community in Iloilo. It aims to be a friend and partner to the viewers in the region.

Programs You Can Watch

GMA TV-6 Iloilo broadcasts a variety of programs for its viewers. These shows include local news, public affairs programs, and other special features. Here are some of the programs that are currently airing on the station:

  • One Western Visayas
  • The Word of God Network

How Signals Reach You: Relay Stations

To make sure its programs reach as many people as possible, GMA TV-6 Iloilo uses other stations called "relay stations." Think of these as smaller stations that help to boost and re-send the main signal to different cities and provinces. This way, even if you are far from Iloilo City, you can still watch GMA TV-6 programs.

Here are some of the places where GMA TV-6 has relay stations:

  • In Kalibo, Aklan, there is a station on channel 2.
  • In Roxas, Capiz, you can find a station on channel 5.
  • Bacolod has a station on channel 13.
  • In Murcia, Negros Occidental, there is a station on channel 30.
  • Sipalay has a station on channel 10.

These relay stations help GMA TV-6 Iloilo connect with more viewers across Western Visayas and beyond.

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