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April 11, 2012

Keeping Networks on Format: Skyview Networks Debuts Radio System with Break-Specific Commands

Skyview’s F.A.S.T. Web Automation System rolls out spring 2012 with its Major League Baseball partners

PHOENIX, Ariz. (4/10/12) — Skyview Networks, play-by-play broadcast specialist, announced today the release of its newest broadcast solution: F.A.S.T. Web Automation. The system debuts break-specific commands, in place of relay technology, and utilizes a web interface. It will first roll out to its Major League Baseball (MLB) partners in spring 2012. This web version increases network broadcast success and allows affiliates access to game logs from anywhere an Internet connection is available, with no software to install.

“Skyview’s F.A.S.T. Automation is a tool we can use to grow our network. For the affiliate it makes clearing games easier and keeps cost down. In turn, this gives us greater clearance of our games and our ancillary programming,” said Marc Garda, director of broadcasting for the Pittsburgh Pirates. “With F.A.S.T. we are satisfying needs of our current affiliates and attracting interest from potential affiliates.”

F.A.S.T. Web Automation moves forward from the current relay technology used for network broadcasts and instead utilizes break-specific technology: each advertisement break (local, ID or network) has a break-specific command. This new model keeps network stations on format, decreasing the possibility of missed breaks, covered breaks or late rejoins.

“The new F.A.S.T. Web Automation is great new technology. With many of our other daily services going cloud based, it is nice to add our play-by-play to the list. With its ease of use, reporting options and peace of mind in how the games execute it allows us to go automated comfortably,” said of Brian Jewett, operations manager of Team 1010 KXPS-AM, Palm Springs.

Select Skyview Networks MLB partners have first access to the web-based affiliate automation system. F.A.S.T. Web Automation eliminates the need to hire and train board operators and integrates seamlessly with Skyview Networks’ next generation satellite receivers. Schedules and audio are automatically updated to the satellite receiver through the automation web portal, easing workload and widening the window for schedule updates. For stations, going web-based provides immediate real-time access to logs and as-played reporting. For franchises, the automation offsets station costs associated with broadcasting its play-by-play programming.

“We are thrilled to release our F.A.S.T. Web Automation to our partners,” said Ken Thiele, president of Skyview Networks. “We pride ourselves on creating solutions that push technology to the next level. There has been a need in the industry to upgrade the relay system to a more reliable and efficient solution. We are confident our partners will find the value in F.A.S.T., and we look forward to its implementation this MLB season.”

For more information on Skyview Networks’ Affiliate Web Automation and its full package of broadcast solutions, please visit www.skyviewnetworks.com/services.

About Skyview Networks
Skyview Networks currently provides the broadcast services for over 50 professional and 50 collegiate sports organizations and produces and delivers Arizona News Radio and California Headline News. Founded in 1995, Skyview is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, and focuses on providing broadcast network solutions to professional and collegiate sports and syndicated radio. Skyview’s services include satellite distribution, full network automation, affiliate relations, inventory management systems and advertising solutions for radio, television, print, signage and web. For more information, visit www.skyviewnetworks.com.

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Pittsburgh Pirates Expand Broadcast Partnership with Skyview Networks to include Satellite Distribution to its Radio Network

PHOENIX, Ariz. (3/13/12) — Major League Baseball’s (MLB) Pittsburgh Pirates and Skyview Networks announced today the expanded scope of their multi-year partnership. Skyview Networks, an integrated professional sports broadcast service company specializing in play-by-play systems, will now also provide its Satellite Distribution Service to the Pittsburgh Pirates radio network. The service includes wise satellite receivers that give affiliates the broadcast reliability of a back-up streaming audio feed and the team the expanded sales opportunity of spot localization.

“Skyview has been a valued partner for our inventory management needs, so upgrading to Skyview’s Distribution Service was a natural next step,” said Marc Garda, director of broadcasting for the Pittsburgh Pirates. “We are proud to offer Skyview’s distribution platform to our affiliates and we look forward to a successful season ahead.”

Skyview Networks has begun distribution and installation of the wise satellite receivers to the Pittsburgh Pirates radio network of 36 stations. With these receivers spread across the network, the Pittsburgh Pirates command the inventory control to copy split spots by market.

“We have worked closely with the Pirates through our F.A.S.T. Inventory Management system and I am confident the franchise will also enjoy the dependability and flexibility of our satellite distribution platform,” said Matt Stys, Vice President of Business Development for Skyview Networks. “We look forward to taking our partnership to the next level of service.”

The Pittsburgh Pirates radio broadcast hosted by Steve Blass, Greg Brown, Tim Neverett, Bob Walk and John Wehner can be heard on the Pittsburgh Pirates radio network and its flagship station, KDKA-FM 93.7. For more information on the Pittsburgh Pirates 2012 season, visit www.pirates.com.

About Pittsburgh Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates are entering the 126th season as members of the National League. The Pirates won World Series titles in 1909, 1925, 1960, 1971 and 1979 while also winning the National League in 1901, 1902, 1903 and 1927. A total of 41 players, managers and executives in the Baseball Hall of Fame spent some of their professional careers with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

About Skyview Networks
Skyview Networks currently provides the broadcast services for over 50 professional and 50 collegiate sports organizations and produces and delivers Arizona and California Headline News. Founded in 1995, Skyview is based in Scottsdale, Arizona and focuses on providing broadcast network solutions to professional and collegiate sports and syndicated radio shows. Skyview’s services include satellite distribution, full network automation, affiliate relations, inventory management systems and advertising solutions for radio, television, print, signage and web. For more information, visit www.skyviewnetworks.com.

 

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February 28, 2012

PHOENIX, Ariz. (02/28/12) — Major League Baseball’s Kansas City Royals and Skyview Networks announced today a new broadcast partnership for inventory management. Skyview Networks, an integrated professional sports broadcast solutions company specializing in play-by-play systems, will provide its F.A.S.T. (Flexible Audio Storage Technology) Inventory Management System for Kansas City Royals radio. The system allows the Kansas City Royals the ability to produce the radio broadcast directly from the broadcast booth at the ballpark, home or away.

“We are enthused to bring Skyview on board as a broadcast partner,” said Mike Bucek, Vice President of Business Development for the Kansas City Royals. “The F.A.S.T. system caters to our production needs and provides the flexibility and the incredible control we seek in an inventory management solution.”

Skyview Networks’ F.A.S.T. Inventory Management System conveniently allows the producer to broadcast directly from the booth at the ballpark: it loads, plays and automates the broadcast directly from the stadium. The application’s real-time access and flexibility supplies full control over advertiser scheduling and streamlines the as-played reporting and billing process.

“We feel privileged to extend our presence in the Midwest with this distinguished franchise,” said Matt Stys, Vice President of Business Development for Skyview Networks. “With the F.A.S.T. system, I am confident the franchise will experience an efficient approach to maintaining all components of advertiser scheduling and invoicing. We look forward to building a long relationship with the Royals as we continue to partner on play-by-play broadcast solutions.”
The Kansas City Royals radio network can be heard on more than 80 affiliates across eight states and on its flagship station, KCSP-AM 610. For more information on the Kansas City Royals 2012 season, visit www.kansascity.royals.mlb.com.

About Kansas City Royals
Founded in 1969 by the late Ewing Kauffman, the Kansas City Royals play in the Central Division of the American League of Major League Baseball. Many writers and publications note that the Royals – winners of two American League pennants, six division championships and the 1985 World Series – currently have some of the most promising young players in the game. The Royals play in beautifully renovated Kauffman Stadium, part of the Jackson County Sports Complex along with Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., which will be on display in July 2012 when the club hosts the 83rd Major League Baseball All-Star Game and related festivities.

About Skyview Networks
Skyview Networks currently provides the broadcast services for over 50 professional and collegiate sports organizations and produces and delivers Arizona and California Headline News. Founded in 1995, Skyview is based in Scottsdale, Arizona and focuses on providing broadcast network solutions to professional and collegiate sports and syndicated radio shows. Skyview’s services include satellite distribution, full network automation, affiliate relations, inventory management systems and advertising solutions for radio, television, print, signage and web. For more information, visit www.skyviewnetworks.com.

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