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They made a press release today.

http://home.businesswire.com/portal...d=news_view&newsId=20041122005901&newsLang=en

VOOM Satellite Service to Dramatically Increase Channel Capacity

BETHPAGE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 22, 2004--Rainbow Media Enterprises, a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corporation (NYSE:CVC), announced today that its year-old VOOM satellite service will dramatically expand in March of next year from its current 39 high-definition channels to more than 70 high-definition channels covering the full continental U.S. (conus).


"The increase in VOOM's HDTV channels from 39 to more than 70 will allow us to continue to provide more high-definition video services than any other cable or satellite provider," said Tom Dolan, CEO of Rainbow Media Enterprises. "Our plan is to simultaneously add nearly 200 standard definition channels." Mr. Dolan continued.

To facilitate the expansion, the VOOM service will utilize 16 transponders on the SES Americom AMC-6 satellite, which VOOM refers to as "Rainbow 2," previously leased from SES AMERICOM, a SES GLOBAL company.

Mr. Dolan explained that all the programming transmitted by both Rainbow 1 and Rainbow 2 will utilize a new encoding system from Harmonic, initially configured to run in MPEG-2 and software upgradeable to MPEG-4.

"Today's announcement is a step forward in our plans to advance VOOM to MPEG-4 later in 2005. All VOOM customers have been provided with set-top boxes capable of receiving the MPEG-4 signal and we remain committed to offering more than 400 full continental US channels before the end of 2005," continued Mr. Dolan.

Adding further dimension to the company's capacity plans, Rainbow Media disclosed that today it filed with the Federal Communications Commission a recently completed contract with Lockheed Martin under which the aerospace company will construct five Ka-band satellites for VOOM. These high power satellites, the first of which is to be completed and launched in approximately 34 months, will enable VOOM to increase its channel capacity to more than 5,000 high definition channels when operating in spot beam mode. This will enable VOOM to have spot beams covering the entire United States including Alaska and Hawaii. With these satellites, VOOM will be operating with virtually no capacity constraints. These satellites will be operated at the company's orbital locations at 62W, 71W, 77W, 119W and 129W.

About VOOM and Rainbow DBS

VOOM, provided by Rainbow DBS, Cablevision System Corporation's satellite division, is the first television service to provide a comprehensive array of high-definition (HD) programming for the rapidly growing but underserved HDTV audience. With a lineup of 39 HD channels, VOOM delivers more HD programming than any other satellite or cable service provider. VOOM's HD lineup includes STARZ! HD, Encore HD, Showtime HD, Playboy Hot HD, ESPN HD, HBO HDTV and Cinemax HDTV, as well as an exclusive package of brand-new, commercial-free VOOM HD Originals such as WorldSport, Equator and Animania. The service also includes 88 of the most popular cable channels in standard-definition (SD), 18 digital music channels, and free over-the-air digital broadcast channels in HD, where available. VOOM is offered across the continental United States through local Sears retailers; at BrandsMart USA stores; at Electronics Expo stores; through leading online retailer, Crutchfield Corporation; through O'Rourke Sales Company's independent electronics retailers with approximately 10,000 locations in all 50 states; and through The EDGE Group's 12 regional distributors, including Cutting Edge Distributing, of Aurora, CO; Electronic Stockroom, of San Rafael, CA; Electronic Lane, of Dallas, TX; Electronics Source, of West Palm Beach, FL; BDC Distributing, of Bayside, NY; and Necessities, of Norwell, MA. Customers can also purchase the service by calling 1-800-GET-VOOM or by visiting www.voom.com.

This release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or results and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including financial community and rating agency perceptions of the company and its business, operations, financial condition and the industry in which it operates and the factors described in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the sections entitled "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" contained therein. The company disclaims any obligation to update the forward-looking statements contained herein.

Contacts


Sloane & Company
Anton Nicholas, 212-446-1889
or
Rainbow DBS
Bo Park, 516-803-6068
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Great News for Voom

VOOM Delivers High-Definition Advantage With Nearly 40 HD Channels
Backed by Full Array of Popular Standard-Definition Cable Networks

Set to Expand Capacity Enabling VOOM to Offer More Than 355 Channels


LAS VEGAS, Jan. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- CES Booth #26103 -- VOOM, the first
comprehensive high-definition (HD) satellite television service, extends its
leadership in HD programming by delivering a more robust HD lineup backed by a
full array of popular cable networks in standard-definition (SD). In
addition, VOOM recently announced that in March of this year its capacity will
expand significantly, enabling it to increase from its current total of 130
channels to 355 HD and SD channels.
"Over the past year, we have focused on strengthening our HD leadership,
increasing our SD offerings considerably and enhancing our VOOM HD Originals
programming," said Tom Dolan, CEO of Rainbow Media Enterprises. "Continuing
to expand our channel capacity this year will enable us to remain the leading
provider of HD content with an attractive collection of cable favorites and
premium services in SD."

Increased Capacity Means Bigger and Better Programming
VOOM's increased capacity will allow its HD lineup to grow from 39
channels to 71 channels. In addition, VOOM plans to simultaneously add nearly
200 SD channels. To facilitate the expansion, VOOM is leasing 16 transponders
on the SES Americom AMC-6 satellite, which VOOM refers to as "Rainbow 2."

The Most HD ... Period.
With nearly 40 HD channels, VOOM delivers more than twice the HD
programming of any other cable or satellite provider. The centerpiece of this
compelling offer is VOOM HD Originals, 21 commercial-free channels exclusive
to VOOM and broadcast entirely in HD that offer a wide variety of programming,
including movies, concerts, animated specials and sports.
Most recently, as part of this lineup, VOOM introduced Equator HD,
featuring travelogues from around the globe, and HDNews, the first and only
24/7 national, high-definition news channel.
Rainbow Media also re-launched HD Movie Channels, part of VOOM HD
Originals. This multiplex of uncut, commercial-free movies includes 193
popular titles acquired recently from Miramax, as well as an extensive library
from earlier deals with studios such as Lion's Gate Entertainment, Castle
Hill, MGM, Warner Brothers and Paramount.

HD Movie Channels include:
Divine HD - Gay and lesbian favorites and the campiest movies around
Family Room HD - Movies suitable for all ages
Film Fest HD - A selection of independent movies and documentaries
Gunslingers HD - Good old-fashioned westerns
Guy TV HD - TV for the "Average Joe" featuring all the movies men love
ha ha HD - High-definition fun and laughs
Kung Fu HD - A line-up of Kung Fu, martial arts and anime
The Majestic HD - Pre-1970 films in black and white and Technicolor
Monsters HD - Spine-chilling movies brought to life in hi-def
Vice HD - Films about lawbreakers and those who bring them to justice
World Cinema HD - Global classics, award-winners and foreign films

"VOOM customers receive the most HD, full of fresh and diverse programs,"
said Nora Ryan, co-general manager of VOOM HD Originals. "Rainbow Media is
continuing to invest in and enhance its VOOM HD Originals to make this the
most robust package of HD programming available."

As part of its focus on sports, VOOM is broadening its lineup of
international offerings. WorldSport HD, one of the VOOM HD Originals, holds
the exclusive US broadcast rights to Euroleague basketball and World Junior
Hockey Championships. Euroleague Basketball is one of the world's most
electrifying and popular international professional sports leagues. Beginning
in January 2005, WorldSport HD will present a live "Euroleague Game of the
Week" throughout the remainder of the regular season and extensive post-season
broadcasts highlighted by complete coverage of the Euroleague Final Four in
Moscow taking place May 6-8, 2005. Also, the coverage of the 2004-2005 IIHF
World Junior Hockey Championships marks the first-time this internationally
renowned tournament will be broadcast in HD.

Comprehensive SD Programming Lineup
In addition to being the leading provider of HD content, VOOM continues to
significantly enhance its SD lineup of cable favorites, which now totals 87
channels.
"Complementing our industry leading HD lineup with SD programming that
viewers want and expect is a key element of our platform," added Mr. Dolan.
"VOOM will continue to aggressively add popular channels, providing VOOM
customers with even more choices to enrich their viewing experience."
Most recently, VOOM added Scripps Networks' Food Network and HGTV. Coming
attractions for Spring 2005 include the addition of the following popular
cable networks:

* BBC America
* CMT
* CNN International
* Discovery Home
* Discovery Kids
* Discovery Times
* DIY - Do It Yourself Network
* FINE LIVING
* Fox Movie Channel
* FSN Bay Area
* FSN New England
* FSN New York
* FSN Ohio
* GAC - Great American Country
* History International
* Military Channel
* MSG Network
* National Geographic Channel
* Reality 24-7
* Sunshine Network
* Superstation WGN
* The Science Channel
* Turner South

About VOOM and Rainbow DBS
VOOM, provided by Rainbow DBS, a subsidiary of Cablevision System
Corporation, is the first television service to provide a comprehensive array
of high-definition (HD) programming for the rapidly growing but underserved
HDTV audience. With a lineup of nearly 40 HD channels, VOOM delivers more HD
programming than any other satellite or cable service provider. VOOM's HD
lineup includes STARZ! HD, Encore HD, Showtime HD, Playboy Hot HD, ESPN HD,
HBO HD and Cinemax HD, as well as an exclusive package of brand-new,
commercial-free VOOM HD Originals such as WorldSport, Equator and Animania.
The service also includes 87 of the most popular cable channels in standard-
definition (SD), 23 digital music channels, and free over-the-air digital
broadcast channels in HD, where available. VOOM is offered across the
continental United States through local Sears retailers; at BrandsMart USA
stores; at Electronics Expo stores; through leading online retailer,
Crutchfield Corporation; and through O'Rourke Sales Company's independent
electronics retailers with approximately 10,000 locations in all 50 states.
Customers can also purchase the service by calling 1-800-GET-VOOM or by
visiting http://www.voom.com.

Contact:

Bo Park/Rainbow DBS
516-803-6068
bpark@voom.com

Ofer Erenfeld/Weber Shandwick
212-445-8172
oerenfeld@webershandwick.com :D
golem
very cool.. they just need to negotiate some SoCal Fox Sports Networks. It would be nice if the Fox Movie Channel was like Universal HD but somehow I get the feeling it will be SD only for now.
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Already posted and discussed here. Will merge this thread in a little while with that one.
DarrellP
Sean Mota said:
Your math is not correct Darrellp as they can place SD channels along with the HD channels as well.
Thanks, Sean, you've just confirmed where the skeeter noise is coming from, too little damned bandwidth/channel. :mad:
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I think it would be safe to say that aren't going to get to 70 HD channels by March. :(
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osu1991
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Another Tulsa King spin off.🙄
dishstaller
Another Tulsa King spin off.🙄
But.....if you like Tulsa King....looks like you would probably like this as well. I don't mind spin-offs as long as they don't involve a sassy niece who moves from the big city :rolleyes:
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I thought I would come here and find lots of complaints about the update to the dish anywhere mobile app, but am not seeing any. It used to look just like the desktop webpage. Now you can no longer filter by sports channels or movie channels. Plus that they made it look like a big button telephone and you see fewer channels in the screen which requires more scrolling. Yes I realize you can look at sports then select which sport you want to look at, I just liked being able to see all sporting events in the guide with all other channels being filtered out. Am I alone in the wilderness on this?
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Juan
Not alot of dish customers any more
Foxbat
I'm not a big fan of the new layout, especially on my Apple TV. It used to look like the old Guide layout on the Hopper 3, but they changed parts of that, too.
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I really dislike change for the sake of change
TheRatPatrol
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Anyone else watch this show? Any guesses as to what was in the box Gibbs gave to Abby that was on her desk? It look liked it was glowing.

I also heard that someone was leaving the show at the end of this season. Any guesses as to who thats going to be?
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Jimbo

Howard ...
You don't like Tony, or Tony as the Director (he's only been there for 30 seconds now) or you don't like NCIS ?
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Howard ...
You don't like Tony, or Tony as the Director (he's only been there for 30 seconds now) or you don't like NCIS ?
Tony as the director.🙄
Jimbo
Tony as the director.🙄
Would you rather have LaRoche ???
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I liked this episode and a toned down Tony...
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Would you rather have LaRoche ???
No. Bring in someone new.🤔 Tony is not serious enough for me. Parker is too close to the team and Tim is too young to take over IMO.
Jimbo
No. Bring in someone new.🤔 Tony is not serious enough for me. Parker is too close to the team and Tim is too young to take over IMO.
I don't think Tim and Tony are that far apart in Age ...

Remember what Tony said to Tim when they first got back together ...
Tony said: I am the New Tony, Tim .... (something to that effect)

Tony has changed, he's been running his Security Business ... I'm sure he has grown up.

Give it time ... your judging the New Tony from the old Tony.

It sounds like Tim won't be around the Team much longer either.
dishstaller
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Might be worth a watch when it comes out. Looks like typical big corp against the little guy movie BUT....there is a reason this plot type is so oft repeated, it draws audiences.


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dishstaller
BTW, I noticed right after I posted this that someone else had already mentioned it....sorry for the duplicate thread. Still looking forward to seeing the movie.
meStevo
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If you're going try to read / listen to the book (can't recommend the audio book enough) before this comes out, I'd avoid trailers.

Trailer below, spoiling it to make sure you read the above bold message first. The book / audio book are fantastic. Go into this blind if you can IMO!




Kind of disappointed at how much they show. A lot still to see, but man, some good reveals in the book that are just served up here.
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I've seen it twice. Can't recommend the audio book enough, Ray Porter's performance is amazing and there's so much more in the book than the movie.
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"Project Hail Mary" should be on Prime Video starting Friday, July 3.
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Forgot to comment. I did watch when it first came out on MGM. I enjoyed it a lot. I think reading the book made it easier to watch. Several friends commented it was a little hard to follow.
TRG
TRG
"astrophage". I read the book but didn't see the film yet.
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"Project Hail Mary" should be on Prime Video starting Friday, July 3.
That's what I will be watching this weekend.🤗
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Kindle book on sale for $2.99 today at Amazon.
dishstaller
.........there's so much more in the book than the movie.
I agree. That can go for pretty much any book vs movie. Back when I was single I would read any Stephen King or John Grisham book I could get my hands on. When you read a book you make up the scenes and characters in your mind.....the movie version always disappoints.
meStevo
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Schedule drops tomorrow. Mandatory mini camps in June. Hall of Fame game August 6th.
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Selfish Drake Maye holds back on giving the ball to Bills unlike Jags game, gets the win on the road.
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Selfish Drake Maye holds back on giving the ball to Bills unlike Jags game, gets the win on the road.
A big win for the Patriots, and they are now 3-2.

Browns lose a close one with... The Jets. That is a classic Browns loss (granted, any loss is a classic one it seems). 49'ers, Vikings, and Chiefs remain undefeated. The AFC north have a three way tie at 3-2 for second place. :eek:
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Hopefully nowhere near a microphone.
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Hopefully nowhere near a microphone.
After having experienced Gus Ferguson trying to call soccer games, I'm uncertain why NFL football analysts get hate. Even the "worst" of them are pretty good.
meStevo
Jalen Hurts out indefinitely as they treat and monitor a superficial blood clot in his leg.


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dishstaller
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I had quit watching this show years ago because I ended up more annoyed than entertained. Well......I'm STILL more annoyed than entertained. I DO find it interesting to see how things work behind the scenes at many businesses. What annoys me is how utterly out of touch CEOs are with the companies they run. At the end of almost every episode the head of the company is amazed at how hard the employees have to work and many times have to work around impossible guidelines set forth from headquarters.

I found this one interesting because the new CEO had big plans for this company, Muscle Maker Grill, and it looked like the stores were all pretty busy. Recent history hasn't been good to this company however. I bet the covid lockdowns were the real killer.


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