DIRECTV®’s channel changes are coming next week which will affect your commercial/SMATV properties. After the dates below, these channels will no longer be available on your assigned channels and will need to be reassigned in your head end. Please contact your Head End Administrator, DIRECTV dealer, or Service Operator for details today. Thanks to PDI-SAT for the announcement.
Looks like DIRECTV may be making room for more HBO channels, hopefully in HD!
In 2009, Samsung Electronics, the leader in digital television products worldwide, signed PDI-SAT, a DIRECTV™ Master System Operator and equipment distributor as a key Satellite Technology Partner for the U.S. Commercial, MDU, and Hospitality markets.
PDI-SAT has been a distribution partner of DIRECTV
for special markets for over ten years and has been a key partner in the
development and roll out of DIRECTV’s new COM1000 HDTV delivery system
for hospitality and commercial services. This new relationship with
Samsung gives PDI-SAT and its dealers a complete end-to-end solution by
providing equipment, content, installation, and services for their
customers throughout the commercial marketplace.
"We are very excited to have Samsung as a partner. By creating strategic
relationships with the market leader Samsung, PDI-SAT can provide the best solutions for our dealers and customers. With superior picture quality, design and performance, Samsung delivers the best commercial television solution today and we are proud to be part of that winning combination moving forward” said Jason Cohen, VP of Sales for PDI-SAT.
PDI-SAT is now offering the entire line of hospitality & commercial televisions which includes the popular Touch of Color™ line which won several awards for technology, innovation and design in 2008 and 2009, as well as the ultra-slim LED televisions with breakthrough picture quality unveiled at CES 2009 and 2010. With unique hotel & commercial features such as Hotel Logo On-Screen Display, Pro:Idiom™ MPEG4 H.264 and USB Cloning, combined with Samsung’s superior picture quality, PDI-SAT has the ideal solutions in 19” through 55” screen sizes.
HOTEL PREMIER REBATE TIERS FOR HD DEALS:
ROOM COUNT HOTEL REBATE
100 – 199 $2,500
200 – 299 $6,000
300 – 399 $9,500
400 – 499 $13,000
500+ $17,000
HOTEL PUBLIC AND BUSINESS VIEWING INCENTIVE
In addition to the base rebate, an incentive will be available to either the Public or Business viewing space (cannot be both) located on the hotel property. Public or Business viewing accounts new to DIRECTV will receive NFL SUNDAY TICKET™, MLB EXTRA INNINGS® and NCAA® MEGA MARCH MADNESS® free for the first year with the 12-month purchase of a qualifying base package (COMMERCIAL XTRA™ Pack, COMMERCIAL CHOICE® PLUS and BUSINESS CHOICE®).
HOTEL ELIGIBILITY
New and existing hotels with 100+ rooms with no previous DIRECTV HD® programming services.
HOTEL REQUIREMENTS
SMATV Dealers & Property Owners: For more information on upgrading a property to HD please contact me directly:
Regional Sales Manager
PDI-SAT, a division of PDI Communications, Inc.
(888) 247-8230 Toll Free Direct
(661) 952-9238 Direct Line
(818) 371-6251 Cell
(877) 597-6395 Direct Fax
dward@pdisat.com
• Buy
your MFH2 Complete systems from PDI, wired and ready to install. CALL ME FOR
DETAILS!
• COM1000 IS HERE! Get a quote on a complete HD SMATV system today.
• Check out PDI-SAT's Samsung HDTV Solutions for the Commercial &
Hospitality Market: http://pdisat.com/products.php
Join PDI-SAT @ SkyFORUM!
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM (ET)
Exhibits are open all day
Sessions will be scheduled throughout the day
Location: On your computer! No time out of the office. No travel expenses or hassles.
Cost: It is FREE to attend
Learn more and register at www.skyforumsbca.com
SkyFORUM® is an online (or virtual) event that brings together the satellite industry for product demos, sessions, training and networking found at traditional trade shows, but without the expenses and hassles of leaving town and customers. You can come and go throughout the day based on your schedule.
Without leaving your desk, you can attend sessions and explore exhibits like at a traditional trade show, including: view product demos, watch videos, download literature, and chat with booth personnel to get answers to your questions.
It’s easy! All you need is a computer with a broadband connection and sound card. Registration is simple and it is FREE. Register today at www.skyforumsbca.com.
PDI-SAT, a DIRECTV® Master System Operator and equipment distributor, will be showcasing
MDU-Complete™, it’s MFH2™ single wire solution for MDU applications. Also present will be the COM1000, PDI-SAT’s next generation Pro:Idiom™ compliant HDTV content distribution system for the Hospitality and Free-To-Guest markets. Samsung Electronics
recently signed PDI-SAT as a key Satellite Technology Partner for the
U.S. Commercial, MDU, and Hospitality markets. This relationship with
Samsung gives PDI-SAT and its dealers a complete turnkey solution:
providing equipment, content, installation, and services for their
customers throughout the commercial marketplace. Visit our booth
virtually on the 18th to find out more!
SkyFORUM conference topics include new products, revenue streams, business channels, new business opportunities, the future of satellite, MDU/SMATV opportunities, improving customer relations, broadband technologies, staff training, benefits, and more. Many of the sessions will have handouts that you can easily download and print.
SkyFORUM delivers to your computer a series of webcasts presented by industry experts who will share their ideas on new business opportunities and services. Here is a preview of the conference lineup:
Keynote: Blair Levin, Executive Director - Broadband Initiative, FCC
Hear a status report on the development of a National Broadband Plan, a
project mandated by Congress in the America Recovery and Reinvestment
Act.
Keynote: Tony Goncalves, Vice President of Sales, DIRECTV
Learn about DIRECTV and its leadership role within the satellite
industry. Understand marketing, technology, programming and customer
satisfaction initiatives that are helping to accelerate DIRECTV growth
and enable DIRECTV to maintain its position as the largest satellite
television provider in the US.
Look Here: New Platforms = New Content
Gary Arlen, President, Arlen Communications, Inc.
Future Satellite Technologies
Ed Caleca, Principal, Calburk Associates
It’s all About the Customer!
Dan Freeding Sr, Director - Field Operations Training, DIRECTV
Tammy Wood, Manager, WeQC.
Pioneering Innovation - MDU and Hospitality Solutions
Richard Tatem, Director MDU-Commercial Product Development, DIRECTV
Beyond the Dish: Expanding Your Low-Voltage Offerings
David Pedigo, Senior Director – Technology, CEDIA
Observations and Tips for Effective Labor-Management Relations
Eric E. Packel, Attorney at Law, Polsinelli Shughart PC
How to Reduce Your Fuel and Vehicle Expenses
Jonathan Holstien, SuperFleet
Your Options for Affordable Health Insurance
Jim Pitts, Assurant
How State Licensing and Tax Issues Affect Your Business
Lisa McCabe Director Public Policy and Outreach, SBCA
Allen Chew Director, Government Affairs, The DIRECTV Group, Inc
Register today and join DIRECTV on Wednesday, November 18 at SkyFORUM. Visit www.skyforumsbca.com to register and learn more.
The Satellite Broadcasting and Communications Association (SBCA) has announced the launch of an on-line version of their MDU/SMATV certification course. The course was prepared by SBCA’s on-line curriculum development partner SatProf, Inc. To take a short guided tour and to register for immediate access, visit http://sbca.coursehost.com.
The course provides the detailed knowledge required for installation and maintenance of MDU and SMATV systems. The curriculum was designed by a team of industry partners including DIRECTV, DISH Network, PACE International, PDI-SAT, DOW Electronics, Mastec Advanced Technologies, and SatProf. “By utilizing the expertise of our member companies we have been able to develop a comprehensive program to educate technicians on the technical requirements of these advanced installations,” stated Steve Hill, SBCA’s Deputy Executive Director. “The on-line format provides students a self paced learning option, with thorough coverage of MDU and SMATV skills and extensive interactive exercises. Our distributor partners will continue to offer the extensive hands on MDU/SMATV course at their facilities.”
To register go to: http://sbca.coursehost.com. For information on SBCA National Standards and Testing Program (www.sbcatest.com) courses and SBCA partnership opportunities, contact Steve Hill at 202-349-3620, or shill@sbca.org.
The Satellite Broadcasting and Communications Association is the national trade organization representing all segments of the consumer satellite industry. It is committed to creating value added programs to improve the long term growth and sustainability of our member companies while continuing the industry’s leadership in protecting the rights of consumers and technician to access the best in satellite delivered services. Additional information can be found at www.sbca.com.
Samsung Electronics, the leader in digital television products worldwide, has signed PDI-SAT, a DIRECTV™ Master System Operator and equipment distributor as a key Satellite Technology Partner for the U.S. Commercial, MDU, and Hospitality markets.
PDI-SAT has been a distribution partner of DIRECTV for special markets for over ten years and has been a key partner in the development and roll out of DIRECTV’s new COM1000 HDTV SMATV delivery system for hospitality and commercial services. This new relationship with Samsung gives PDI-SAT and its dealers a complete end-to-end solution by providing equipment, content, installation, and services for their customers throughout the commercial marketplace.
“We are very excited to have Samsung as a partner. By creating strategic relationships with the market leader Samsung, PDI-SAT can provide the best solutions for our dealers and customers. With superior picture quality, design and performance, Samsung delivers the best commercial television solution today and we are proud to be part of that winning combination moving forward” said Jason Cohen, VP of Sales for PDI-SAT.
PDI-SAT will be offering the entire line of hospitality & commercial televisions which includes the popular Touch of Color™ line which won several awards for technology, innovation and design in 2008, as well as the ultra-slim LED televisions with breakthrough picture quality as unveiled at CES 2009. With unique hotel & commercial features such as Hotel Logo On-Screen Display, PMOLED Clock and USB Cloning, combined with Samsung’s superior picture quality, PDI-SAT has the ideal solutions in 19” through 52” screen sizes.
PDI-SAT will be releasing more details on the program in the near future. For more information regarding Samsung commercial television product and pricing information, call Dave Ward at 888-247-8230 or email your request to dward@pdisat.com. To become a PDI-SAT System Operator, call or email your request today! For more information regarding hospitality televisions, please visit Samsung online at http://www.samsung.com/global/experience/hospitality.
About Samsung: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2008 consolidated sales of US $96 billion. Employing approximately 164,600 people in 179 offices across 61 countries, the company consists of two business units: Digital Media & Communications and Device Solutions. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCD. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.
