Tiered subscription broadcast system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9124375
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14148551

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A receiver operating in a broadcast system is disclosed that allows a broadcaster to provide multiple tiers of subscription services. By a receiver that can operating at different tiers, a subscriber has the option of listening to fewer (or no) commercials, e.g., by paying a higher fee, or listening to more commercials, e.g., by paying a lower or no fee. Commercials can be demographically targeted, cannot be skipped, and can be audited for billing purposes.

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HELLMAN MARTIN ESTANFORD CA

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Hellman, Martin E Stanford, US 10 3307

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