Broadcasting-satellite service
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Broadcasting-satellite service (short: BSS; also: broadcasting-satellite radiocommunication service ) is – according to Article 1.39 of the International Telecommunication Union's (ITU) Radio Regulations (RR)[1] – defined as «A radiocommunication service in which signals transmitted or retransmitted by space stations are intended for direct reception by the general public. In the broadcasting-satellite service, the term “direct reception” shall encompass both individual reception and community reception.»
- See also
- Main articles: Radio station and Radiocommunication service
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* earth station / feeder link (uplink)
* space station
* satellite dish, LNB, and receiver