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CruiseCast Service To Offer Programming From MTV Networks

The CruiseCast's satellite receiver isn't much bigger than a bread box. Credit: Antuan Goodwin
by Staff Writers
Dallas TX (SPX) Jan 27, 2009
AT and T Services and RaySat Broadcasting Corporation have announced the completion of a content deal with MTV Networks, a division of Viacom, for selected content to be offered as part of the AT and T CruiseCast service. Programming included in the deal includes MTV Networks' mobile channels from MTV, COMEDY CENTRAL and Nickelodeon, as well as linear TV channels, The N and NOGGIN.

"Our recent multiplatform deal with MTVN cements the addition of some of television's most compelling brands on our new AT and T CruiseCast service," said Rob Thun, senior vice president of content, AT and T Services Inc. "We are thrilled to have MTV Networks programming to offer to our subscribers."

"Delivering the best channels and programs to in-vehicle viewers of all ages is what AT and T CruiseCast service is striving to provide", said Steve Symonds, Executive Vice President of RaySat Broadcasting Corporation. "The content we have licensed from MTV Networks includes some of the most popular programming in the U.S."

"Our audiences want fast and full access to our content whether at home or on the go, and AT and T CruiseCast service gives us an exciting new platform to reach even more of our fans when they're on the road, as well," said Denise Denson, Executive Vice President, Content Distribution and Marketing, MTVN.

AT and T CruiseCast mobile TV service is the In-Car Entertainment offering that will enable families, commuters, and mobile professionals to watch satellite video channels anywhere in the country.

Demonstrated at CES, the world's premier consumer electronics tradeshow, AT and T CruiseCast service will have a robust 22 TV and 20 satellite radio channel line-up that will include a variety of kids and family, documentary, music, comedy, news, and sports programming at launch.

AT and T CruiseCast service utilizes a compact, low-profile antenna for use on cars, non-commercial trucks and SUVs, and a breakthrough technology that overcomes line-of-sight obstacles such as overpasses, buildings, trees or tunnels.

The groundbreaking service was developed in collaboration between RaySat, Inc. a leading manufacturer and supplier for the mass market for cost-effective, low-profile satellite antennas that enable communication on the move, and AT and T, the world's premier telecommunications company. RaySat Broadcasting Corporation, a privately held U.S. company, is working with AT and T Business Development to introduce the new product to the marketplace.

AT and T CruiseCast service is made consumer-friendly by the unique scaling down of satellite technology into the small pod-like antenna that affixes to the roof of vehicles. The antenna is paired with a receiver that is mounted in the vehicle and provides all video and audio connections to the appropriate vehicle systems, such as Rear Seat Entertainment, Vehicle Audio System etc.

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