tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192275232024-03-16T11:52:42.750-07:00Sirius Alternative to radioChange is rapid within the digital broadcasting industry for "some" Here you may find anything related to sirius satellite radio along with the many partnersTimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.comBlogger133125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-10901678445782091992007-07-28T16:29:00.000-07:002007-07-28T16:44:00.344-07:00interoperal technologies had a time line for 2006As I recall, David Frear made the comments on the time line being by the end of calender year 2006, The information was available in the past for viewing via <a href="http://www.siriusbackstage.com/forum/search.php?searchid=328507&pp=25&page=9">siriusbackstage</a> and was dated 6/20/2006<br /><br /><a href="http://www.orbitcast.com/archives/interoperable-satellite-radios-becoming-a-reality.html#comments">via orbitcast</a> June 17th 2006, <blockquote><p>Dual-subscribers of both Sirius and XM Satellite Radio may have hope afterall of consolidating both their subscriptions into a single unit - very soon.<br /><br />Introducing <a href="http://www.selectsatelliteradio.com/">Interoperable Technologies</a>, a joint effort supported and funded by both XM and Sirius, working to bring dual-subscription satellite radios to market. XM and Sirius both share ownership in the company.<br /><br />Interoperable Technologies, founded in 2003, is in the process of designing and architecting these dual-mode satellite radios, with the help of regular consultations from both XM and Sirius. In 2005 they successfully completed the design of a radio capable of receiving both services, <strong>and have a timeline to bring a receiver to market this year.</strong><br /><br />For only $26/month you get over 300-channels of superior content in a single unit. I can't wait.<br /></p></blockquote>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-79508506647538956832007-07-28T13:12:00.000-07:002007-07-28T13:46:03.399-07:00sirius sec documents says developing and deployingthis is "One" from one of many from calendar year 2000 sec <a href="http://investor.sirius.com/EdgarDetail.cfm?CIK=908937&FID=950117-00-1254&SID=00-00">filings which supports</a> the fact they understood what was wanted early on. and now are just using the dual device concept in a ploy to pass muster within the FCC and public arena..<br /><br /><br /><br />***** Confidential treatment has been requested for portions of this agreement. The copy filed herewith omits the information subject to the confidentiality request. Omissions are designated as *****. A complete version of this agreement has been filed separately with the Securities and Exchange Commission.<br /><br />JOINT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT<br /><br />This JOINT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT is entered into between XM Satellite Radio Inc., a Delaware corporation with its principal location at 1250 23rd Street, N.W., Washington, DC ("XM"), and Sirius Satellite Radio Inc., a Delaware corporation with its principal location at 1221 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York ("Sirius") as of February 16th, 2000 ("Effective Date").<br /><br />RECITALS<br /><br />WHEREAS, XM is engaged in designing, developing, marketing and licensing the technology relating to its satellite digital audio radio system ("XM Radio System") in accordance with the rights under the license issued to XM by the Federal Communications Commission (the "FCC");<br /><br />WHEREAS, Sirius is engaged in designing, developing, marketing and licensing the technology relating to its satellite digital audio radio system ("Sirius Radio System") in accordance with the rights under the license issued to Sirius by the FCC;<br /><br /><strong>WHEREAS, the FCC has mandated that XM and Sirius deploy a final receiver design that is interoperable;</strong><br /><br />WHEREAS, due to the different technical heritage, satellite design and performance requirements of the XM Radio System and the Sirius Radio System, such systems currently employ different technologies that impede the design and development of an interoperable receiver;<br /><br />WHEREAS, XM and Sirius and their respective radio equipment suppliers already have expended significant funds in developing Single Mode Radios (as defined below);<br /><br />WHEREAS, it will take an extensive and expensive joint program to merge the technologies employed by the XM Radio System and the Sirius Radio System in order to design and develop a cost efficient interoperable receiver;<br /><br />WHEREAS, XM and Sirius are, and will continue to be, competitors in, among other things, the marketing and sale of the satellite broadcasting of radio programming to listeners, the acquisition of rights to broadcast such programming and sale of radio advertising availabilities and other forms of advertising or promotional opportunities in connection with that programming (collectively, "Business Opportunities");<br /><br />WHEREAS, nothing in this Agreement is intended to, or will in any way, restrain or reduce the competitive rivalry between the parties in the pursuit of Business Opportunities;<br /><br /><strong>WHEREAS, the parties desire to comply with FCC licensing requirements and to enhance efficiency and consumer welfare by jointly developing and <span style="color:#cc0000;">deploying certain interoperable technology for the purpose of producing radios capable of receiving broadcasts from both the XM Radio System and the Sirius Radio System</span></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>"Interoperable Radio" shall mean a radio</strong> that, <strong>at a minimum</strong>, (a) receives and <strong>processes the audio portion of both the Sirius Radio System signal and the XM Radio System signal, </strong>either as a result of an <strong>Interoperable Chipset contained in the unit</strong> itself <strong>or as a result of an Interoperable Chipset contained in an outboard location which interfaces directly with the unit, and (b) which is capable of providing the user interface for both Sirius Radio System broadcasts and XM Radio System broadcasts, including displaying the artist and title information transmitted as part of such broadcasts, in each case, without the consumer purchasing additional hardware or software. </strong><br /><br />"Interoperability Technology" shall mean the technology, including the technology which is jointly funded and developed by Sirius and XM pursuant to this Agreement or owned and/or licensed by either party, <strong>which is required to design, develop and/or manufacture an Interoperable Radio,</strong> as well as any enhancements and modifications jointly funded and developed for such technology pursuant to this Agreement (including the industry standards jointly developed by the parties pursuant to Section 3.03), but shall not include Non-core Technology.<br /><br />XM and Sirius will work with their existing automobile and radio manufacturing partners to integrate the new standard under the terms of their existing agreements. <strong>All future agreements with automakers and radio partners will specify the new satellite radio standard. </strong>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-18970195033566948822007-07-28T10:06:00.000-07:002007-07-28T10:24:39.257-07:00Amtc Sirius land Baskin RobbinsIt's worth noting do to rapid growth along with a ever <a href="http://www.amtc.com/news/release.php?release=mlhtsa">growing sales force Matt Holden</a> ,Has been promoted.Congradulations to you !<br /><br />Also another deal was closed with <a href="http://www.amtc.com/news/release.php?release=risedine">rise and dine</a> <br /><br />Today, July 28, 2007, Clearwater, FL - July 24, 2007 –<br /><br />Announced that it has reached an agreement with Dunkin' Brands to provide special discounted pricing on its <a href="http://www.sirius.com/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=Sirius/CachedPage&c=Page&cid=1018209032790">SIRIUS Satellite Radio </a>background music to Baskin-Robbins stores nationwide. As the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, Baskin-Robbins currently operates more than 5,600 units in 40 countries.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.amtc.com/index.html">AMTC</a> is the national provider of SIRIUS Satellite Radio to businesses, supplying the required satellite equipment, music service and all music royalties. Businesses are never trapped in contracts, and they pay only $24.95 per month for the commercial-free service. AMTC also offers a wide range of commercial-quality sound equipment, making in-store music affordable for any business.<br /><br />“The business of ice cream is nothing but fun, and our goal is to make sure customers of all ages smile. AMTC's SIRUS service is allowing us to add to the lively atmosphere of our store at a very reasonable cost, and we aren't subjected to the monotony of repeating songs on the radio or CDs,” said Baskin-Robbins franchisee Jack Handy.<br /><br />“We are enjoying the freedom of being able to decide what kind of music we want at any given time, and we know our customers appreciate the difference a little music can make.” Baskin-Robbins is known for its 31 flavors of ice cream that are always available in its shops around the world. This year, the company will celebrate 62 years of business. Baskin-Robbins is a part of the Dunkin' Brands, Inc. family of companies, which also includes Dunkin' Donuts.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.baskinrobbins.com/">Baskin-Robbins</a> is the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty stores selling premium ice cream ... Baskin-Robbins has over 2,700 store locations in the U.S. and over 2,800 internationally.Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-18434107881410121822007-07-28T09:29:00.000-07:002007-07-28T09:46:44.769-07:00Interoperable satellite radio devices whats the Fcc doingWell one reporter has been digging for the truth,on this issue.whats shes uncovered so far is below<br /><br />The public should have access to these devices,Based on the mile-stone requirements issued by the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Fcc</span>,which stated full operational service within six years of license.<br /><br />with or with out the merger, these devices must be launched in the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Sprite</span> of public interest. whats the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Fcc</span> waiting for!!!<br /><br /><br />via the <a href="http://washingtontimes.com/article/20070726/BUSINESS/107260028/1006">Washington times</a><br /><br />The issue of interoperable receivers has attracted public scrutiny in recent months in the context of the proposed merger between District-based <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">XM</span> and New York-based Sirius, and not in reference to the 1997 licensing rule.As listed on the FCC Web site, that requirement — FCC Rule 47 Sec. 25.144(a)(3)(ii) — says each applicant shall:<br /><br />"Certify that its satellite [digital audio radio service] system includes a receiver that will permit end users to access all licensed satellite [digital audio radio service] systems that are operational or under construction.<br /><br />"The companies have tied the development of interoperable radios to approval of the $5 billion merger.<br /><br />"When interoperable radios are commercially available, consumers who want to have access to the complete offerings of both companies will be able to do so on a single device," Sirius Chief Executive Officer Mel <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Karmazin</span>, who would head the combined company, told the Senate in April.<br /><br />"The opportunity exists for us to commercially market an interoperable radio. Right now we have developed it. There's one in my office right now," Mr. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Karmazin</span> told This Week In Consumer Electronics earlier this month.Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-66359784194027997892007-07-28T08:36:00.000-07:002007-07-29T03:43:35.706-07:00Dual Satellite radios wheres the truth on this issue!I'm in complete agreement with Mr <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Hartleibs</span> petition for declaratory ruling on the mandated interoperable devices along with other interoperable systems. Based upon my personnel research he may well be correct on this issue,In sec filings from calendar year 2000 through 2004 Sirius says they will launch dual/interoperable devices as required!<br /><br />That said, The recent <a href="http://svartifoss2.fcc.gov/prod/ecfs/retrieve.cgi?native_or_pdf=pdf&id_document=6519560249">reply filed jointly by <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">sirius</span> and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">xm</span></a>,on the 24<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">th</span> July in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Da</span> 07-57. page 21 section c and again on page 95.I quote "the only thing holding up interoperable devices is the merger"<br /><br />The <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Fcc</span> should now stop the clock.Then consider the issue as presented, by Mr <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Hartleib</span>. Along with all the related sec documents.Then publish a finding and or ruling prior to any other action in this merger matter.<br /><br />I also read this quote below <a href="http://satelliteradiotechworld.blogspot.com/search/label/Satellite">via <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">satelliteradiotachworld</span></a> which sort of indicates the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Fcc</span> also wants the devices made! And may question the status of current <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">compliance with the Fcc mandated vision for sdars to offer consumers dual and or interoperable devices both.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><blockquote><p>Today, April 16, 2007, Sirius received <a href="http://svartifoss2.fcc.gov/servlet/ib.page.FetchAttachment?attachment_key=560827"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">grantof</span> authority</a> to launch and operate a geostationary satellite </p><p>(FM-5). The license term will be for 8 years starting when Sirius notifies the FCC that it has been launched and put into operation.<br /><br /><strong>The FCC made it clear that the grant was issued without prejudice to any action the FCC might take regarding the requirement to produce an interoperable satellite radio.<br /></strong><br />The statement had an ominous tone. It may be nothing or it may be a sign of<br />an impending action.<br /></p></blockquote><br /><br />The complete petition can be read <a href="http://gullfoss2.fcc.gov/prod/ecfs/retrieve.cgi?native_or_pdf=pdf&id_document=6519536326">here</a> The points listed below were discussed on another date<br /><br /> the possibility of requiring implementation of interoperable radios as a<br />condition of the pending merger<br /><br /> the Interoperable Mandate<br /><br /> the Petitioner’s request for a Declaratory Ruling<br /><br /> procedural protocol of said Petition, as well as numerous issues raised<br />by Mich<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">ael Hart</span>leib in support of the pending merger between Sirius<br /><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">an</span>d XM Satellite Radio Inc.Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-85874165341778670262007-01-29T14:44:00.000-08:002007-01-29T14:52:15.000-08:00Xmsr included in new vista platform hub<span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">I'm</span> not to sure about how to feel on this issue, as its tie into the new vista platform which requires the user to allow full access to your content and system by Microsoft..<br /><br />and grants them the right to remove items that violated copy protection laws....with that my main concern is the law which requires violations be reported to the correct regulator...<br /><br /><br /><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Radio Online Available With Windows Vista<br />WASHINGTON, Jan 29, 2007 /<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">PRNewswire</span>-<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">FirstCall</span> via <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">COMTEX</span> News Network/ -- <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span>, the nation's leading satellite radio company, today announced that <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Radio Online will be included in Microsoft's new operating system, Windows Vista.<br /><br />Windows Vista, which will be broadly available on January 30, will offer <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Radio Online as part of its digital music hub. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Radio Online delivers more than 80 radio channels, including commercial-free music, the Oprah & Friends talk and lifestyle channel, "The Bob Edwards Show," "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Opie</span> & Anthony," stand-up comedy, and children's programming.<br /><br />Web users can sign up for a free, three-day trial of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Radio Online. Unlimited listening is available for $7.99 a month. Those who subscribe to <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Satellite Radio for the car, home, or portable listening can enjoy <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Radio Online for no additional charge.<br /><br />"<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> is pleased to be extending its strategic relationship with Microsoft with the inclusion of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Radio Online in Windows Vista," said My-<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Chau</span> Nguyen, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_16" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> senior vice president for marketing programs and operations. "By working with Microsoft, we are expanding the availability of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_17" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Radio Online, which provides an extraordinary variety of music choices, talk radio options, and exclusive programming such as 'Oprah & Friends.' The integration of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_18" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Radio Online further enhances the music and entertainment experience offered by Windows Vista."<br /><br />"Microsoft is pleased to be working closely with <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_19" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span>," said Mike <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_20" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Sievert</span>, corporate vice president, Windows at Microsoft Corp. "We are thrilled with <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_21" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM's</span> support and excitement for the launch of Windows Vista and the 2007 Office system."Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-86958375553754275542007-01-27T02:37:00.000-08:002007-01-27T04:11:12.701-08:00Your Music channel available February fifthIt looks like the launch of Your Music Channel TV. Will currently take place on February 5th . I base these comments on the simple fact the the old sites, been replaced with this very simple message linked<strong> </strong><a href="http://www.ymctv.com/"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>here</strong></span></a> it also indicates it lets you take control..<br /><br />This very broad based concept of creation, promotion and distribution of Indie content. Coupled directly with listener interaction, should be a very disruptive market force for some of the old label's. As more Artist migrate, to a true working partnership.That provides them with great exposure on a global scale via <a href="http://www.sandra-carter.com"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">Sandra Carter Global</span></strong></a>. while affording them the opportunity to generate revenue based solely upon the quality of their collective efforts.<br /><br />Wdmg we wish you and your collective team of partners and artist great success going forward in this digital age of content everywhere.Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-88307734623737947992007-01-26T13:39:00.000-08:002007-01-26T13:53:23.173-08:00wingstop gets sirius at five hundred locationsit should be very clear that Amtc along with Sirius have struck upon a service partnership that clearly performs for all parties, based on a very cost effective structure which will result in a higher bottom line for your Enterprise..<br /><br />wing stop background information, Wingstop Restaurants, founded in 1994, are designed featuring a nostalgic, aviation-themed atmosphere. All of our stores are outfitted with 1930's - 1940's, pre-jet engine aviation décor and artifacts. The entire family will feel welcome in our comfortable and inviting surroundings. Wingstop features nine proprietary wing flavors, including Original Hot, Cajun, Atomic, Mild, Teriyaki, Lemon Pepper, Hawaiian Barbeque, Garlic Parmesan, and Hickory Smoked BBQ. The wings are always made fresh-to-order and served steaming-hot. Wingstop also offers a variety of delicious sides including fresh-cut fries, soft drinks, beers and wine.<br /><br />for further information on teleadvantage coupled with siriusbusiness please fell free to contact amtc <a href="http://www.amtc.com.">here</a><br /><br />Wingstop Restaurants Take Off with SIRIUSBusinessClearwater, FL -<br /><br />January 26, 2007 – Wingstop Restaurants, a fast-growing chicken wing franchise famous for cooked-to-order wings, <strong>has selected SIRIUSBusiness as the background music for its more than 500 restaurants open or under development throughout the United States</strong>. SIRIUSBusiness, provided by Applied Media Technologies Corporation (AMTC), consists of 67 channels of 24-hour, commercial-free music from SIRIUS Satellite Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI). Under the agreement, AMTC will also provide sound equipment to the company’s locations.<br /><br />Wingstop was chosen as the best overall wing company at the fifth annual National Buffalo Wing Festival in Buffalo, N.Y. “It makes sense that the best wing company in the country would choose to partner with the best background music service,” remarked Dan Hecht, Director of Special Programs for AMTC. “With a $24.95 monthly price, and no contract required, this service represents both high quality and great value.”<br /><br />“Just as Wingstop has stuck to what we know best—wings, SIRIUSBusiness is a background music provider that keeps excelling at what it knows—music,” commented Bill Knight, Wingstop’s Chief Operating Officer. “We are so pleased to offer commercial-free music on our menu, making Wingstop even more attractive to our customers.”<br /><br />Mike Sutter, Director of Training for Wingstop, agrees, “When a brand partner opens a new Wingstop, they have a lot to do. AMTC makes the process easy for our partners by providing timely professional installation and technical support post-installation.”Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-73339929296874978562007-01-26T13:16:00.000-08:002007-01-26T13:25:50.934-08:00amtc siriusbusiness land nobel roman chainNoble Roman’s Inc. Signs SIRIUS Deal<br /><br />Some background We are Noble Roman's, Inc. and we were founded in 1972 on the competitive testing grounds of Indiana University. Now we are nationwide with locations in 44 states, with new markets are being open at a very rapid pace with more planed for the future.<br /><br />which you can read <a href="http://www.nobleromans.com/newsreleases.html">here</a><br /><br />With AMTCClearwater, FL, January 26, 2007– Noble Roman Inc. of Indianapolis, IN, the national franchisor of Noble Roman’s Pizza and Tuscano’s Italian Style Subs locations, has chosen SIRIUSBusiness as its preferred supplier of background music. Applied Media Technologies Corporation will provide SIRIUSBusiness for $24.95 per month, with no contract, along with all necessary sound equipment. “The SIRIUS equipment will be programmed to the channels that fit our customer base,” said Libby Springer, Marketing Coordinator for Noble Roman’s Inc. “Quality control is very important at Noble Roman’s, whether it’s our pizza, subs or music. SIRIUSBusiness offers that control. ” “Everyone loves great pizza and great subs, from kids to grandparents. Noble Roman’s has a wide range of customers, so they needed a music service with a wide variety of channels. SIRIUS is the perfect solution,” said Jason Nash, Account Executive for AMTC.<br />###<br />Privately held AMTC is headquartered in Clearwater, FL. AMTC is the exclusive provider of SIRIUS Satellite Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) for business use, under the brand name SIRIUSBusiness. SIRIUSBusiness includes 67 channels of 24-hour, commercial-free music, with all music royalties paid, and presents the first meaningful competition to Muzak in the business music arena. AMTC also manufactures a full line of professional sound equipment and provides TelAdvantage, the world’s most recognized brand of telephone “on hold” messaging products and services. Since 1991, AMTC has served over 15,000 customers around the globe, including names like Bally Total Fitness, Bridgestone-Firestone, Continental Airlines, DaimlerChrysler, Ford Motor Co. and Morgan Stanley. For additional information, visit <a href="http://www.amtc.com/" target="_blank">www.amtc.com</a><br />Noble Roman’s Inc. has a proud history of over 30 years in the foodservice industry, providing the experience and know-how to achieve the goal of a successful business. Noble Roman’s offers two exciting franchise opportunities: Noble Roman’s Pizza and Tuscano’s Italian Style Subs. For additional information, visit <a href="http://www.nobleromans.com/" target="_blank">www.nobleromans.com</a>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-28575227936318762082007-01-26T12:59:00.000-08:002007-01-26T13:11:50.514-08:00Amtc builds on solid foundationWell its very good to see publicly, the release of the related information.for the collective offering of services Amtc offer.With a thirty percent planed sales increase for this year you folks should be real busy. look out Muzak,this is a game changing effort..<br /><br />keep your eyes open over the next couple of weeks as the press material should now begin to flow....congrats to the fine folks at amtc..<br /><br />AMTC Introduces New Public Relations and Sales Support TeamClearwater, FL, January 26, 2007 – Applied Media Technologies Corporation (AMTC) has announced the creation of its new Public Relations and Sales Support team. This new team will encompass all of the company’s public communications, including press releases, feature articles, AMTC’s network of websites, and advertising. The team will be responsible for all sales support functions within AMTC, and will take on additional special projects such as development of software tools for internal use.<br /><br />AMTC has selected Matthew Holden to lead this new effort. Mr. Holden joined Applied Media Technologies Corporation in January 2006 as a Sales Support Specialist before moving into his previous role as Sales Support and Special Programs Coordinator. His credentials include a software development degree from Full Sail Real World Education in Winter Park, Florida and ten years’ experience in technical support, software engineering and journalism.<br /><br />Richard J. Ludwig and Nicholas J. Milton, both recent additions to AMTC’s staff, will also participate in this initiative. Richard holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism with a minor in Sociology from the University of South Florida. Nicholas earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from American International College in Springfield, MA.<br /><br />“This is a very exciting time for Applied Media Technologies Corporation. As part of our goal to reach $5 million in gross sales for 2007, we are looking forward to expanding AMTC’s public presence. The natural synergy of public relations and sales support allows our new team to streamline both functions significantly, cutting costs while delivering faster and more effective support to our other departments and ultimately, our customers,” expressed Clayton Burton, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at AMTCTimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-49439947834142864442007-01-08T07:54:00.000-08:002007-01-08T08:07:42.187-08:00Clear channel microsoft team on HD Radio data platformBoy this could be troubling for the satellite radio platforms going forward.<br /><br /><br />2007 International CES<br />LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)<br /><br />Microsoft Corp. and Clear Channel Radio today announced at the International Consumer Electronics Show 2007 that they have executed a collaborative agreement to build a nationwide data delivery service using HD Radio technology, providing personalized and localized content to a variety of HD Radio receivers. This initiative will be branded MSN Direct HD, an extension of Microsoft Corp.'s existing MSN Direct service, which currently transmits a variety of information including traffic, weather, movie times, sports, and stocks to Smart Watches, weather stations, GPS navigation devices and small home appliances. Field tests of the data delivery service will be conducted with the support of iBiquity Digital Corporation, the developer and licensor of HD Radio Technology.<br /><br />you can read it <a href="http://home.businesswire.com/portal/site/google/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20070108005503&newsLang=en"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>here<br /></strong></span></a>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-25602132327789191402007-01-06T03:05:00.000-08:002007-01-06T04:36:27.813-08:00Amtc host economic development council, due to explosive growthOne things for sure, muzak will hate the wording of this press release and they should.<br /><br />Early indications from a few radio industry insiders are slowly, beginning to surface. On the SiriusBusiness service with some thinking it will quickly become one of the predominant providers of legal background music going forward.<br /><br /><br />AMTC Featured on Good Business PinellasClearwater, FL,<br /><br />January 5, 2007 – Clearwater, FL-based Applied Media Technologies Corporation recently hosted an ambassador visit by Pinellas County Commissioner Robert Stewart and the Pinellas Economic Development Council. The county officials discussed AMTC’s future plans, including its explosive growth pace.<br /><br />As part of this visit, AMTC was profiled on Pinellas County Television’s Good Business Pinellas. Produced by Pinellas 18’s production specialist Mike Moore, the segment includes a brief history of AMTC and comments from Clayton Burton, AMTC’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Video of this television segment can be found <a href="http://www.amtc.com/news/goodbizpinellas.wmv"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>Here</strong></span></a>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-15503891389763418932007-01-05T07:54:00.000-08:002007-01-05T08:17:29.932-08:00CHRYSLER SELECTS HUGHES FOR TELEMATICSIn a new interesting twist, Chrysler has selected <a href="http://www.hughestelematics.com/products/contentproviders/"><strong>hughes telematics</strong></a> for use as a standard service provider going forward. The product and service will be available for review during ces.<br /><br />You can read it linked <a href="http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/01-05-2007/0004500291&EDATE="><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>here</strong></span></a><br /><br /><blockquote><p align="justify">HUGHES Telematics recently revealed key elements of its technology and service solutions, which range from security, infotainment and remote diagnostics to unique multicasting capabilities. Together, they create a new standard in vehicle connectivity, one that enables Chrysler Group's vision for the connected future of the automobile."We are pleased to support Chrysler Group's strong commitment to technology leadership and look forward to the day when fully connected vehicles are an industry-wide standard," said Jeff Leddy, chief executive officer, HUGHES Telematics. "<strong>By putting this technology stake in the ground, Chrysler Group has signaled that the time to start acting on the potential of vehicle telematics has come."</strong><br /></p></blockquote>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-6913394919042239622007-01-05T05:45:00.000-08:002007-01-05T05:55:26.344-08:00Gm patent for local broadcasting, sales tool (wink)via <a href="http://satelliteradiotechworld.blogspot.com/"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>satelliteradiotechworld</strong></span></a><br /><br />I wonder if this will become the pathway around the no local broadcasting rule, its sure to draw fire from the nab and others quickly.<br /><br />Thursday, January 04, 2007<br /><a name="2439987938274695022"></a><br /><a href="http://satelliteradiotechworld.blogspot.com/2007/01/gm-patent-application-for-demonstrating.html">GM Patent Application for Demonstrating Vehicle Features and Promotions</a><br />Today, GM had a <a href="http://www.pat2pdf.org/patents/pat20070001876.pdf">patent application</a> disclosed that includes the use of a dedicated satellite radio channel to demonstrate the features of a vehicle. It's a novel application of satellite radio.In one embodiment, a vehicle located at a dealership receives a satellite radio signal. The geographic region is determined by a GPS system in the vehicle. A unique message or command is applied to the vehicle. For example, power windows, power sunroof, and power locks can be demonstrated. An executable file can instruct the telematic unit to operate the functions while the salesperson makes the sales pitch. An audio and/or video may accompany the demonstration. Special promotions unique to the dealer my be offered to the potential buyer. The potential buyer may be serenaded by music unique to that region. <strong>A specific channel of information may also be provided without a subscription if the vehicle remains within a certain geographic region or is of a specific vehicle type or year.</strong> Sounds like the car could sell itself.Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-19905561232226773292007-01-05T05:23:00.000-08:002007-01-05T05:39:59.979-08:00sirius video service,first signs of life ?The following information is from <a href="http://www.donlen.com/production_cars_chrysler.asp"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>Donlen corporation's</strong></span></a> web site ,And could be the first real sign of the Sirius video service arrival both of the listed models, were mentioned in articles by the site <a href="http://www.wkjeeps.com/wk_updates.htm"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>WKJeeps.com</strong></span></a><br /><br />listed for the Chrysler Sebring / Dodge Avenger the following items are on the restricted list and would most likely be required for streaming video service.<br /><br />The following options and paints are on restriction:<br />Driver Sunglass Holder (XWS) – 01/24/07<br /><strong>AM/FM CD MP3 Navigation Radio (RER) – 01/26/07</strong><br />Sunburst Orange Pearl Coat Paint (PV6) – 01/29/07<br /><strong>Rear Video System (XRV) - 02/26/07<br /></strong>The Electronics Convenience Group (AFC) in combination with CPOS Package (28K) is on restriction until 12/08/06 – Sebring Touring Sedan (JSCP41)Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-6733392293281935422007-01-05T03:00:00.000-08:002007-01-05T03:21:24.097-08:00ramsey with charlie hughes on autos and audio brandingA No-Nonsense Marketing Smart Tip January 4, 2007<br /><br />You can learn a lot about branding – good and bad – from the auto industry, and <a href="http://www.brandingironbook.com/">Charlie Hughes</a> should know. He’s the founder and former CEO of Range Rover of North America.<br /><br />He has worked for six different automakers on eleven different brands and was also CEO of Mazda.Charlie heads the marketing consultancy <a href="http://brandrules.com/index.php">Brand Rules</a> and is the co-author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBranding-Iron-Lessons-Meltdown-Industry%2Fdp%2F1933199040%2Fsr%3D8-1%2Fqid%3D1160655401%3Fie%3DUTF8&tag=moviejuice-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325">Branding Iron: Branding Lessons from the Meltdown of the US Auto Industry</a>. Given the importance of a vital auto industry to the health of the radio industry, Charlie’s got a message for us all.<br />Listen to the full 15-minute audio interview.<br /><br />well worth a listen via the link on <a href="http://www.hear2.com/2007/01/the_auto_indust.html"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>marks blog</strong></span></a> Wow, charlie indicates satellite radio, may well be the leader going forward with the introduction of new data services and features the consumer demands. On a personal note I think all the broadcasters have collectively failed at embracing the listener and communicating directly with them.Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-37332858214475231512007-01-05T01:55:00.000-08:002007-01-05T02:33:32.815-08:00Xmsr Canada Q1 Results and annual general meetingAttention Business Editors: via <a href="http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/January2007/04/c3324.html"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Cnw</span> Group</strong></span></a><br /><br />Media Advisory: Canadian Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. to hold Annual General Meeting and announce Q1 results of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Canada on January 11, 2007 TORONTO, Jan. 4 /<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">CNW</span>/ - Canadian Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.<br /><br /><br /><blockquote>(<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">TSX</span>: <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XSR</span>), parent of <a href="http://www.xmradio.ca/contents/home/main.php"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Canada</strong></span></a>, will hold an Annual General Meeting and conference call to discuss its first fiscal year and first quarter 2007 results of its <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">XM</span> Canada satellite radio service on Thursday, January 11, 2007 at 1 p.m. ET. John I. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Bitove</span>, Chairman and CEO, Stephen <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Tapp</span>, President and Chief Operating Officer, Michael <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Washinushi</span>, Chief Financial Officer and Donald McKenzie, Senior VP Sales and Marketing, will be available to answer questions from analysts and media at the end of the meeting.</blockquote>It's also been reported by <a href="http://www.digitalhome.ca/blog/2007/01/04/sirius-canada-expected-add-20-new-channels-to-its-line-up/"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">digitalhomecanada</span></strong></span></a> That <a href="http:///www.siriuscanada.ca/Home-e.htm"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>Sirius <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">canada</span></strong></span></a> will add another twenty channels to its Canadian line up over the next two months. which will move the channel count total to around one hundred and thirty for <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">Sirius</span> Vs <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Xm's</span> one hundred. With the lead they currently have at retail.This additional content,should help with easing the service choice for many in Canada. The consumers drive time will improve heading into the new year.<br /><br /><blockquote><p align="justify">Digital Home has been informed that, in the next seven to eight weeks, Sirius Canada will be extending the number of channels that it offers to Canadians. Insiders tell us this will mean 20 new channels for Canadian listeners consisting of eighteen U.S. and two Canadian channels. The result is Canadian subscribers will receive the exact same channels as subscribers to Sirius USA. Today there is an 18 channel gap between the Canadian and U.S. services. The two new Canadian channels are said to be traffic and weather channels for Toronto and Montreal, however, according to our sources this is not yet finalized. One alternative could be a traffic and weather channel for Vancouver. This is great news for Canadian Sirius subscribers who in the past went grey market in order to get the additional stations.</p></blockquote>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-83811166375336235782006-12-30T03:14:00.000-08:002006-12-30T04:48:58.274-08:00Master Home Intergration, welcome to the team<a href="http://www.masterhi.com/index.htm"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>MHI</strong></span></a> becomes east Texas area installation partner with <a href="http://www.amtc.com/sirius/"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>AMTC</strong></span></a> and <strong><a href="http://www.sirius.com/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=Sirius/Page&c=FlexContent&cid=1059597407488"><span style="color:#3333ff;">SIRIUS</span></a></strong> Satellite Radio for the Commercial Market. If you currently use another music service such as Muzak please note the following cost and <a href="http://www.amtc.com/sirius/chart.html"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>feature comparison</strong></span></a><br /><br />While your at it,you may also want to review. Just what the onhold message advertising system features of <a href="http://www.amtc.com/why.html"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>Teladvantage</strong></span></a> could really mean to your business. no more dead air, resulting in fewer hang ups.With lost business.<br /><br />If your a retailer you may wish to inquire about the storecasting concept.Storecasting is where music is playing (in this case SIRIUS Business) and then it fades out, plays an ad message, and then fades back to the siriusbusiness music again.<br /><br />you can contact amtc directly for <a href="http://www.amtc.com/salesinquiry.htm"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>more product information</strong></span></a>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-87041386031279750602006-12-27T15:30:00.000-08:002006-12-27T15:38:44.279-08:00Sirus business RSS Feed availableIt's my hunch, other news items of interest may be fourth coming shortly.<br /><br /><br />For Immediate Release<br /><br />Really Simple SIRIUS: AMTC Adds RSS Feed<br /><div align="justify"><br />Clearwater, FL - December 21, 2006 - Applied Media Technologies Corporation, provider of SIRIUSBusiness and TelAdvantage, has added a news aggregator feed to its Web site, <a href="http://www.amtc.com/">www.amtc.com</a>. The RSS 2.0 feed will permit interested parties to subscribe to AMTC news items, which include press releases, announcements, and coverage of AMTC in mainstream media. </div><div align="justify"><br />The feed can be accessed using any RSS reader or aggregator. The subscription URL is <a href="http://www.amtc.com/news/amtcnews.xml">http://www.amtc.com/news/amtcnews.xml</a>.</div><div align="justify"><br />Privately-held AMTC is headquartered in Clearwater, FL. AMTC is the exclusive provider of SIRIUS Satellite Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) for business use, under the brand name SIRIUSBusiness. </div><div align="justify"> </div><div align="justify"><strong>SIRIUSBusiness includes 69 channels of 24-hour, commercial-free music, with all music royalties paid, and presents the first meaningful competition for Muzak in the business music arena. </strong>AMTC also manufactures a full line of professional sound equipment and provides TelAdvantage, the world’s most recognized brand of telephone "on hold" messaging products and services. Since 1991, AMTC has served over 20,000 customers around the globe, including names like Bally Total Fitness, Bridgestone-Firestone, Continental Airlines, DaimlerChrysler, Ford Motor Company, Morgan Stanley, Wendy's and Yum! Brands. For further information on SIRIUSBusiness or TelAdvantage, visit <a href="http://www.amtc.com/">www.amtc.com</a>. </div>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-80833758099215405912006-12-23T02:54:00.000-08:002007-01-04T01:42:19.341-08:00Lycos to launch Citysessiontv Video and online chatUpdate this information has been <a href="http://www.citysessionstv.com/LYCOS-WDMG_Final_1-4-07.pdf"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">confirmed here</span></strong></a>. further details should be Fourth coming on the fourth of January . Sure would be nice, if <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Sirius</span> explained their exact relationship with the world digital media group.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.citysessionstv.com/"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Citysessionstv</span></strong></span></a> , has reported that <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Lycos</span> has selected world digital media group as the first provider of music content for <a href="http://cinema.lycos.com/browse.php?genre_id=84"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Lycos</span> Cinema</span></strong></a>. which will start as a half hour weekly show, In the form of a Video and online artist chat.Beginning in January 2007. Currently five videos are listed on the site. which range in length from a very short three minutes to forty five.<br /><br />Worth noting is the site demographics which leans heavily toward the 13/24 year old group which has become very hard for earthly radio broadcasters to attract and retain.<br /><br />This past Friday. Ali <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Lohan</span>, was also promoting her Christmas album "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Lohan</span> Holiday" with DJ Brenda.On <a href="http://www.live365.com/stations/sulake2?site=pro"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Bobba</span> Music</span></strong> </a><br /><br /><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" onclick="BLOG_clickHandler(this)">Britecove</span> has also been running many online promos one is linked <a href="http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid296746318"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>here</strong></span></a>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-40489719777335116662006-12-22T04:38:00.000-08:002006-12-24T03:22:18.844-08:00Internet radio station use statisticsIts a rather interesting read,but makes no mention of the overall effect of the Clear Channel purchase by Blackstone and partners.Or what effect the pending sale of four hundred forty eight stations will have on the related numbers.<br /><br />After reviewing a few of the Radio web sites suggested in a article at <a href="http://audiographics.com/"><span style="color:#3333ff;">audiographics</span></a>. I just don't see anything on a single site that would motivate me to visit again, they truly are that bad.You can read the article from Ken linked <a href="http://audiographics.com/agd/122106-1.htm"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">here</span></strong></a><br /><br />What I would like to see from the satellite radio company's. Would be a co-owned and operated lifestyle web site, that truly caters to the listener and online user base.Its time you take the fight to the old broadcasters.<br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;"><br /><br /></span></strong><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;"></span></strong>Analyst: Internet Radio Unique Use Hits All-Time High Dec. 21, 2006<br /><br />By Jeffrey Yorke , You can read it Via <a href="http://radioandrecords.com/radiomonitor/news/business/digital/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003524509"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">radioandrecords</span></strong></a><br /><br />Terrestrial broadcasters’ heavy investment into their digital/online operations has sparked stunning growth. The number of unique visitors to terrestrial operators’ Web sites is “up more than 110% year over year, while internet operators’ sites are up about 25% year over year,” according to a comphrensive report issued Thursday (Dec. 21) by J.P. Morgan media analyst John Blackledge.<br /><br />“Overall, unique visitors to all of internet radio grew 3% sequentially in November 2006,” writes Blackledge in his “Internet Radio Scorecard.” He notes that “total unique visitors to internet radio are now up 44% year over year to 55 million. Since November 2005, the internet radio audience has grown at a 3.1% monthly compounded rate.”Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-1166557052097222352006-12-19T11:27:00.000-08:002006-12-19T11:41:45.596-08:00Pizza Ranch gets sirius Via Amtc<div align="left"> </div><div align="left"> </div><div align="left">The Pizza Ranch Corrals SIRIUSBusiness<br /><br />HistoryPizza Ranch has a reputation for being a family restaurant that serves quality food at an excellent value. <strong>Pizza Ranch has steadily grown to be one of the largest pizza chains in the Midwest since its first location opened in Hull, Iowa back in 1981. In fact, Pizza Ranch is now the largest regional pizza chain in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.</strong> "We're pleased with the growth we've seen," said Adrie Groeneweg, President of Pizza Ranch Inc. "We've focused on raising the bar on quality, adding new stores and becoming more innovative. Our slogan is 'Good Things, Every Day,' and we strive to make that happen for our customers, our employees and our franchisees<br /><br />Clearwater, FL, December 19, 2006– The Pizza Ranch has added music to their Midwest values. Little league pizza parties and chicken dinners will now be set to 67 commercial-free music channels provided by Applied Media Technologies Corporation. The Pizza Ranch has partnered with AMTC to provide SIRIUSBusiness for just $24.95 per month, contract-free, as well as all sound equipment at a discounted rate.<br /><br />“The Pizza Ranch’s slogan is ‘Good Things, Every Day,” said Justin Mulder, Construction Consultant for The Pizza Ranch. “With SIRIUS Satellite Radio we can provide our valued customers and employees with good music, every day.” Mulder also noted that AMTC’s technical support and installation services are unparalleled in the industry.<br /><br />“Community was stressed over and over as part of the The Pizza Ranch culture,” said Connie Locke, Account Executive for AMTC. “We hope to be the part of that community that provides a great music that their customers will truly enjoy.”<br /><br />. For additional information, visit <a title="http://www.amtc.com " href="http://www.amtc.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>www.amtc.com</strong></span></a><br />Starting as a single store in Hull, Iowa, the Pizza Ranch, which specializes in pizza and chicken, has grown steadily and now has franchises in eight states. Pizza Ranch is one of the largest pizza chains in the Midwest, and is now the largest regional pizza chain in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. For additional information, visit <a title="http://www.pizzaranch.com" href="http://www.pizzaranch.com/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">www.pizzaranch.com</span></strong></a></div>Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-1166549481036499592006-12-19T09:31:00.000-08:002006-12-19T09:34:05.646-08:00Audi Canada begins to get siriusread it here <a href="http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/December2006/19/c8812.html">CNW Group</a>: "Virtually all Audis will be available with SIRIUS in 2007<br /><br />TORONTO, Dec. 19 /CNW/ - Audi Canada and SIRIUS Canada today announced an exclusive long-term agreement that will make SIRIUS Satellite Radio receivers a factory option in virtually all Audi vehicles sold in Canada. Audi Canada will offer factory-installed SIRIUS Satellite Radio receivers with a three month subscription to SIRIUS Canada's premium 110 channel satellite radio service.<br /><br />Starting early 2007, multiple Audi Canada vehicle lines will be available with SIRIUS Satellite Radio including the category defying Audi A3, the sporty A4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models; the high performance S4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models; the extreme RS 4, the design-leading A6 sedan and A6 Avant; the sophisticated and powerful S6; the performance SUV from the creator of quattro - the Audi Q7; the premium flagship all-aluminum Audi A8, A8 L, and<br />the 450 horsepower S8 and A8 L W12; and the upcoming TT Coupe and Roadster. By late summer of 2007, virtually all Audi Canada vehicles will be able to be equipped with SIRIUS Satellite Radio."Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-1166516345309205812006-12-19T00:19:00.000-08:002006-12-19T01:39:15.420-08:00Chrysler Canada cuts another week of productionLeading auto sector analyst, have reduced further production projections for calendar year 2007.<br />The current estimates range as low as 14.75 million unit's combined for all of north America.<br /><br />Fenton plant, braces for <a href="http://www.ksdk.com/news/news_article.aspx?storyid=109473"><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>downtime</strong></span></a> during January.<br /><br />Donlen has a planned production downtime list, for the big three available <a href="http://www.donlen.com/fleet_downtime.asp"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">here</span></strong></a>, It's from October.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.northpeel.com/br/news/story/3818092p-4416536c.html">The Brampton Guardian: Cuts at Chrysler</a>: "DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. Has announced it will reduce production at several of its Ontario plants, including Brampton, in the new year.<br /><br />Company officials confirmed it would halt output of the Chrysler 300, Dodge Magnum and Charger models during the weeks of Jan. 22, Jan. 29, Feb. 19 and March 12.<br /><br />Initially Chrysler scheduled to cut back for only three weeks during the first quarter but just recently added a fourth week (Jan. 22) to the calendar.<br /><br />The move-- occurring at plants in both Canada and in the United States-- is in a bid to reduce high inventories, the company said in an announcement.<br /><br />The stoppages will affect about 5,000 workers in Windsor and another 3,600 in Brampton."Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19227523.post-1166513750716180082006-12-18T23:35:00.000-08:002006-12-18T23:42:59.370-08:00Heineken Sirius sweeps about to end<a href="http://instoremarketer.org/articles/details.php?id=6250">IN-STORE MARKETING INSTITUTE</a>: "Heineken Keeps Sweeping<br />By Jolene Morelli<br /><br />On the heels of its Casino Royale tie-in promotion (See Related Articles), <a href="http://www.heineken.com/usa"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">Heineken USA</span></strong></a> is again making its presence known in-store via sweepstakes -- this time with two holiday-themed efforts.<br /><br />The first sweeps awards 10 lifetime subscriptions to <a href="http://www.sirius.com"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">Sirius Satellite Radio</span></strong></a>. Shoppers enter on the company’s web site or by text-messaging their six-digit birth dates to phone number “GREEN” through the end of December. Signs directing shoppers to the company’s web site for details support.<br /><br />You can also enter online, Via email <a href="http://www.heineken.com/usa/cc/holidaysirius"><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">here</span></strong></a> for one of the ten stilettos.....!!<br /><br />A second promo, dubbed “Get What You Really Want This Holiday,” awards one plasma TV valued at $3,000. Support includes cooler clings and case cards with tearpad entry forms. The sweeps runs through Dec. 30.<br /><br />Published: December 2006"Timhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05582192740313312913noreply@blogger.com4