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SIRIUS Frequently Asked Questions
What is SIRIUS?
SIRIUS is a service offering over 125 channels of satellite radio featuring digital-quality music, sports, news and entertainment programming when and where you want it. We use three satellites to broadcast over 125 channels of satellite radio to listeners throughout the continental US.
How is SIRIUS programming different from regular radio?
The biggest difference is that SIRIUS has 100% commercial-free music channels. What this means for you is that SIRIUS offers you music the way it should be and the way the artist intended it: without a single commercial interruption.
SIRIUS’ music programming also has a breadth and depth of programming unavailable on regular radio.
Where are the SIRIUS studios located?
The SIRIUS national broadcast studio complex is located in Rockefeller Center, in the heart of NYC. It is one of the largest, most sophisticated, digital broadcasting facilities in the world.
The SIRIUS complex houses state-of-the-art production studios for our over 125 channels, plus four performance spaces for artists and musicians, and a comprehensive digital library currently housing over half a million songs.
Where is SIRIUS stock listed?
SIRIUS Satellite Radio trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker SIRI.
Where does the name SIRIUS come from?
“SIRIUS” is the brightest star in the constellation Canis Major and the Northern Hemisphere. It was named after the ancient Egyptian god Osirus, who was represented pictographically as a dog, giving SIRIUS its more familiar name: the Dog Star.
What equipment do I need to get SIRIUS in my business?
The SIRIUS commercial equipment package starts around $250. Please contact Dynamic Media for a comprehensive quote for SIRIUS in your business.
How do I activate my SIRIUS radio?
As part of our commercial service, Dynamic Media will activate your radio prior to shipping or installation.
Can I block channels that I don’t want on my radio?
Many SIRIUS radios have the capability to lock, password-protect, and hide channels with content that you would prefer to not be accessible from your radio. Please refer to your radio’s manual for instructions on how to do this, or contact your Dynamic Media representative at 1-800-684-7050.
How much is SIRIUS Business?
Starting at $29.99/mo you can have the best 100% commercial-free music for your business. With SIRIUS Business, you won't have to deal with the hassles of long-term contracts, buying expensive hardware, and paying for costly installation.
Why do I have to pay more for a business subscription?
Use of music in a business requires the payment of royalties to ASCAP, BMI and SESAC, the organizations that represent the music copyright holders. These royalties are included in a commercial subscription. For more information on these royalties please visit www.ascap.com, www.bmi.com and www.sesac.com.
Do I have to buy equipment from Dynamic Media?
Dynamic Media will provide a subscription regardless of where you purchase your equipment. Dynamic Media understands the importance of music in your business, and thus provides advance replacement of any warranty related equipment issues. Purchasing your equipment from Dynamic Media provides a “one-stop-shop” for all of your SIRIUS music needs.
System Design
We offer the best in presentation technology from leading suppliers as well as an unmatched level of service and support for your audio system installations. Our expert design teams work with you to deliver full commercial sound solutions that meet your business objectives.
Whether you need a completely new sound system, or have one in place, Dynamic Media can provide the engineering and integration to satisfy your environment. |
