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Broadcast Operations Center, XM Radio, Washington D.C.

How the nation's first satellite radio service keeps 100 CD-quality stations on the air.

By William G. Phillips (Editor) Posted 01.23.2002 at 3:20 pm 0 Comments

1. On-Air Schedule:

Four computers (two on each side of the room) display play lists as they're chosen by the DJs.

2. Repeater Status Map:

More than 800 repeaters amplify XM's signals, ensuring you don't lose reception under bridges or
in tunnels. A green dot means the repeater is fine, red means it needs maintenance.

3. Parabolic Speaker:

Broadcasts any of XM's stations into the room.

4. Satellite Projection Screen:

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