XM Satellite Radio, Washington, D.C., started a nationwide "soft launch" test program this week.

The company deployed dozens of teams of testers equipped with XM radios to more than 20 markets across the country, in preparation for its commercial service launch later this summer.
With both its high-powered satellites broadcasting from their final geostationary positions, this is the first step in a multi-staged launch preparedness effort.
Last month, XM's second satellite, "Roll," was formally handed over to XM by Boeing Satellite Systems and began broadcasting as part of the preparation for XM's commercial launch.
For more information, visit www.xmradio.com.
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