BROADCAST SERVICES.
Our Central Automated Satellite Hub ("C.A.S.H.") system is a proprietary (patent-pending), digital satellite uplink system that feeds programming to affiliates and cable systems from Equity Media's centralized master control facility. The system manages accounting, spot inventory, promotion and production functions and thus replaces the need for master control operations at the local stations, and reduces the need for local engineers and traffic personnel.
Unique benefits of the C.A.S.H. system:
Through the C.A.S.H. system's low cost operational structure, Equity Media is launching a secondary digital channel, the Retro Television Network ("RTN").
Retro Television Network ("RTN") is a wholly owned subsidiary and will be the first network of its kind when launched in the Fall season. RTN is a 24 hours per day, 7 days per week network with ratings-proven classic shows that have aired on the networks; RTN's programming is comprised of primetime hits, proving its enormous appeal.
Each RTN affiliate receives a locally customized feed and has access to centralized traffic and billing. RTN also has the following key benefits:
Unique benefits of the C.A.S.H. system:
- Enables customized programming feeds for each local market
- Scalability to service all 210 U.S. TV markets and international markets
- Ability to manage stations, nationally or internationally
- Lower capex and operating costs
- Increased cable penetration
Through the C.A.S.H. system's low cost operational structure, Equity Media is launching a secondary digital channel, the Retro Television Network ("RTN").
Retro Television Network ("RTN") is a wholly owned subsidiary and will be the first network of its kind when launched in the Fall season. RTN is a 24 hours per day, 7 days per week network with ratings-proven classic shows that have aired on the networks; RTN's programming is comprised of primetime hits, proving its enormous appeal.
Each RTN affiliate receives a locally customized feed and has access to centralized traffic and billing. RTN also has the following key benefits:
- Local news, sports and weather
- Strong local programming / promotional partner
- Over-the-air coverage
