National Public Radio - Satellite Interconnection System Project Office (SISPO), 1971-1981 and undated
This series documents Geesey's time as Radio Coordinator of SISPO, NPR's project to create a nationwide satellite interconnection system to improve the quality and quantity of radio shows. Topics covered include the filing of lead applications before the Federal Communications Commission, site evaluation procedures, station certification, contracts with various companies, communication between various sites (in the form of the SISPO newsletter "The Ultimate High"), and manuals for the equipment necessary for the satellite linkup. The materials are arranged chronologically and by topic.
Dates
- 1971-1981 and undated
Use and Access to Collection
This collection is open for research use.
Extent
5.25 Linear Feet
Library Details
Part of the Special Collections and University Archives
University of Maryland Libraries
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