EchoStar’s DISH Network satellite TV service will expand its high-definition television (HDTV) package by adding 10 original VOOM HD networks.
- In April 2005, Cablevision Systems confirmed plans to shut down its VOOM HD satellite TV at the end of April.
- In January 2005, EchoStar Communications agreed to acquire Cablevision’s direct broadcast satellite and certain other related assets for $200 million. The deal includes the Rainbow 1 satellite, located at the 61.5 degree W.L. orbital position, as well as FCC licenses to construct, launch and operate DBS services over 11 frequency channels at the 61.5 degree W.L. orbital location. In addition, EchoStar will acquire the contents of Rainbow DBS’s ground facility in Black Hawk, S.D. and related assets.