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	118-B 3rd Ave E.                        320-762-7077                 fax: 320-762-6566                    Alexandria, MN 56308                866-789-3474              email: info@digitalfirst.com

SIRIUS Music for Business Frequently Asked Questions

What is SIRIUS Music for Business?
SIRIUS Music for Business provides 69 channels of satellite radio featuring digital-quality music that will support your music marketing strategy and enhance your business environment.

How is SIRIUS programming different from regular background music 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.

Where are the SIRIUS studios located?
The SIRIUS national broadcast studio complex is located in Rockefeller Center, in the heart of New York City. It is one of the largest, most sophisticated, digital broadcasting facilities in the world. Their studio complex houses state-of-the-art production studios, as well as four performance spaces for artists and musicians, and a comprehensive digital library that can store millions of pieces of music.

How much is SIRIUS Music for Business?
Starting at $24.95/mo you can have the best 100% commercial-free music for your business. With SIRIUS Music for 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 pay for music licenses when I have already paid for the DJ, band or purchased the records, discs or tapes to be played in my establishment?
The Copyright Law of the United States, states that the owner or operator of the establishment where the music is being played is responsible for obtaining the required authorization. The compensation you provide to a performer such as a DJ or band does not relieve you of this obligation. When you purchase a record, tape, compact disc, DVD or similar product you are granted the authorization for a non-public performance, such as in your home or car. There is no public performance right attached to the sale of these products and if you decide to play this music in your establishment you are required to obtain authorization from the copyright owner or their representative.

If I want SIRIUS in more than one location of my business, will I need to set up separate accounts for each?
No. You will need a separate subscription for each location, but you can put all of your subscriptions under one account and receive one bill.

If I want to play different SIRIUS channels in different “zones” of my business (e.g.; easy listening in my lobby, pop in the fitness center and reggae around the pool) will I need to set up separate accounts for each?
No. You will need a separate subscription for each location, but you can put all of your subscriptions under one account and receive one bill. Additional zones qualify for our multi-subscription discounts.

What equipment do I need to get SIRIUS in my business?
The SIRIUS commercial equipment package starts around $250 and includes your receiver, antenna, cabling and additional components for installation and activation.

Can I install the equipment myself?
Of course! Connecting the receiver to your sound system is simple. However, the antenna must be mounted outside with a clear view to the sky, and this may be best left to professionals. We can refer you to professional installers starting at around $150 in many areas of the country.

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.