Method and apparatus for performing satellite selection in a broadcast communication system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6741574
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10167805

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A method and apparatus for performing satellite selection in a broadcast communication system is provided. In some embodiments, a controlling data stream broadcast on a first satellite over a broadcast channel is utilized to indicate that information signals such as a television program are being carried on the same channel on a different satellite. Remote receiving apparatus utilize the controlling data stream to locate the information signals by switching to the satellite identified in the controlling data stream.

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  • HUGHES ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

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Arsenault, Robert G Redondo Beach, CA 85 2970

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