More Bandwidth for Satellite
June 16, 2006
Satellite Standard Group keeps you informed. We have learned that additional bandwidth may become available for satellite radio.
Reverse DBS Band.
The FCC plans to issue a Notice of Proposed Rule Making on the reverse DBS band, and would make an additional 400 MHz of spectrum available for satellite video. The D.C. Circuit court vacated an earlier auction of satellite frequencies, so the FCC needs to find a new way to assign the spectrum.
As SSG readers know, XM's deal with WCS for their spectrum fell through last month. The fact that XM is now free of the expense associated with WCS may allow them to participate in a Bandwidth auction more easily.
Both Sirius and XM are working on hierarchical modulation as well. This 'overlay" modulation allows a "compression" of current bandwidth, and allows them to flow roughly 25% more through their existing bandwidth allotment.
We will keep you posted
6/16/2006 08:44:00 AM
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