KATV 1 kabel televiziyası (Shahbazi-Merkezi ofis) (Baku)
14, 96, Ekspres M2, Ekspres M2A, 17, 3 (135 meters (distance in meters))
37, 59 (355 meters (distance in meters))
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KATV is a brand of AG Telekom LLC, founded in 2005. It is one of the largest providers of digital services in Azerbaijan, offering cable TV and internet. The main office is in Baku.
History:
In 2006, the company started building a hybrid network combining fiber optics and coaxial cables. The network includes about 90 km of fiber, 80 km of main lines, and 140 km of sub-main cables. This setup allows serving up to 100,000 customers.Team:
Samir Telman oglu Gurbanov — president of AG Telekom and head of the KATV1 brand. He founded the company in 2005 and has led its growth as a top cable TV and internet operator in the South Caucasus for over 15 years.
Ali Aliyev — executive director, managing cable, IPTV, and satellite TV projects. He oversees strategy and daily operations.
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Services
1. Television
· Analog TV — 63 channels for 10 AZN per month.
· Digital TV — up to 200 channels for 10 AZN per month.
· Extra packages:
o XXL +18 (3 channels) — 3 AZN
o Super Sport (17–21 channels) — 5 AZN
o Super Kino (17–24 channels) — 3 AZN
2. Internet
· Minimum speed 100 Mbps — 25 AZN per month (used to be 50 AZN).
· Package "Internet + TV": 31 AZN.
· Package "Internet + TV + Phone": 33 AZN.
3. KATV1 Smart
· Device that turns any TV into a Smart TV. Includes CAM module or HD receiver plus one month of "Super Kino" package access.
Benefits and Promotions
· Pay for a year — get 10% discount + a free device.
· Pay for six months — get 5% discount + a free device.
· "Refer a Friend" offer — both you and your friend get one month free.
New internet customers get a free Wi-Fi router included.
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Network Development and Services
· In 2006, KATV1 started building a hybrid network using fiber optics and coaxial cables, serving up to 100,000 customers.
· The company is expanding coverage to Baku, Sumgait, Mingachevir, and recently freed territories.
· Infrastructure is being upgraded with HD broadcasting equipment, 4K technology, bigger data centers, and finishing optical connections to buildings.
2. Internet Services
· Since 2020, KATV1 offers cable internet using GPON technology focused on speed and stability.
· Special offers encourage customers to switch to fiber optics and improve user experience.
3. Media and OTT
· The company created the Myvideo.az platform, available in nearly 200 countries.
· Launched AG FM radio and TMB TV channel to promote Azerbaijani culture in Georgia, Turkey, and abroad.
4. Customer Service
· Opened new full-service centers; the 16th office opened in Yasamal for TV and internet connections.
· Implemented a call center system based on AVAYA and updated equipment to improve support quality.
5. Outlook
· Preparing to launch new services: video on demand, gaming services, and IP TV.
Plans to expand internet and TV services to regions like Sheki, Ganja, and Mingachevir.
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Support in the Fight Against COVID-19
· In March 2020, KATV1 donated funds to the Coronavirus Support Fund following the President’s order.
· The company ensured safety for staff and clients by regularly disinfecting offices, providing masks and contactless thermometers, and moving employees to remote work.
· Subscribers received free TV channel packages and stronger technical support. Extra internet resources were allocated to keep connections stable.
In February 2021, KATV1 gave free TV and internet services to families of martyrs and war-disabled veterans of the first group.
