01-017 C.M.R. ch. 15, § 1 - Definitions

As used in these rules, unless the context indicates otherwise, the following terms shall have the following meanings:

1. Decoder. "Decoder" means a device and/or means to convert encrypted audiovisual signals and/or data emanating from an organization licensee, and includes the electronic transfer of received signals from the receiving antenna to TV monitors within the off-track betting facility.

2. Downlink. "Downlink" means a receiving antenna coupled with an audiovisual signal receiver compatible with and capable of receiving simultaneous audiovisual signals and/or data emanating from an organization licensee, and includes the electronic transfer of received signals from the receiving antenna to TV monitors within the off-track betting facility.

3. Encryption, encrypted, or encoded. "Encryption, encrypted, or encoded" means the scrambling or other manipulation of the audiovisual signals to mask the original video content of the signal and so cause those signals to be indecipherable and unrecognizable to any person receiving that signal without a decoder.

4. Off-track betting facility. "Off-track betting facility" means the physical premises, structure, and equipment utilized by an off-track betting location or off-track betting locations licensee for the conduct of off-track betting. The off-track betting facility shall include, but not be limited to, the following: television display units, a display system for racing performance, odds, and payout prices; areas for viewing and seating, a food and beverage facility; and any other conveniences regularly provided at racetracks in this state.

5. Satellite transponder or transponder. "Satellite transponder or transponder" means leased space segment time of an earth-orbit communication satellite.

6. Uplink. "Uplink" means an earth station broadcasting facility, whether mobile or fixed, which is used to transmit audiovisual signals and/or data on FCC-controlled frequencies, and includes any electronic transfer of audiovisual signals from within a racing enclosure to the location of the transmitter at the uplink.

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01-017 C.M.R. ch. 15, § 1