Space Segment
Full-time or occasional use, providing coverage of all 50 states, and most of the Caribbean and Mexico.
The HUB @ NPRDS
Our audio distribution service. Retain complete control of your content without the responsibility.
Equipment
Digital receivers, audio, codecs, satellite modems, and much more from premier manufacturers.
Disaster Recovery
In the event of a disaster, we've got you covered.
Tools & Resources
Tools to align your satellite dish and determine solar outages for your city and state.
NOC
Our state-of-the-art system control and audio/video routing center.
Repair Depot
Top-notch equipment servicing and technical assistance to keep your network on the air.
FAQs
Answers to your questions about equipment and technical support.
Transmission Footprint
Coverage of all 50 states, and most of the Caribbean and Mexico.
Galaxy 16 Specs
High-power satellite featuring two dozen C- and Ku-band transponders.
SCPC Delivery
Single audio or video channel per satellite carrier.
MCPC Delivery
Multiple audio and video channels on a single satellite carrier.
NPR Distribution Services can help you create a radio network easily and
affordably.
Having a full-time or occasional use satellite network opens the doors for you to:
NPR Distribution Services offers full-time or occasional use, partial transponder space segment from a prime orbital location of 99 degrees west longitude. Our transmission footprint covers all 50 states, and much of the Caribbean and Mexico. Through the combination of a favorable look angle and C-band service, we can provide reliable service to the most challenging geographical locations—even in inclement weather. Additionally, our transmissions can be non-preemptible and protected by our multi-tiered approach to system backup, if you elect that level of service.
What is it?
A full distribution service that allows networks to send programming to stations without the need or expense of operating a local head end. Enjoy all of the benefits of a fully staffed, 24/7 world-class Network Operations Center (NOC) without the costs, requirements, set-up, licenses, waiting periods and other necessities to distribute your programs.
How Does It Work:
Stations send their programming to The Hub, and we uplink your content to our satellite, which will then deliver it to your station network.
Who Should Use It:
Any radio network looking to deliver programming to stations efficiently and economically.
Why Should a Network Use It:
What Will It Cost:
A fraction of the cost of setting up and maintaining a local head end.
Advanced Features
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NPRSS Launches New Service
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NPR offers new interconnection option for public radio networks
No matter what your satellite equipment requirements, NPR Distribution Services can tailor a package that fits your needs. We offer quality digital receivers, audio, codecs, satellite modems, and much more from premier manufacturers. If you have a specific equipment requirement, contact your NPR Satellite Services representative at 202.513.2626 or email linkup@npr.org for more information.
How much money do you lose if you go off of the air because of
NPR Distribution Services offers a Disaster Recovery service. Drawing upon NPRDS' 35 years of experience and customer service, Disaster Recovery provides the confidence and security of knowing your network cannot be compromised.
When is the best time to think about your Plan B?
When disaster strikes and you're off the air, or well beforehand when you still have time to back up your entire operation with a partner that services networks all across North America?
Take the advantage now and contact us to learn more about NPRDS Disaster Recovery.
