2. true reality television
Welcome to True Reality Television—designed to stimulate
the senses, encourage global and cultural understanding, as well
as document many of the natural wonders of our planet—from the
canals of Venice to the Serengeti plains to the world’s rain forests.
The Window Channel’s original content—produced by leading
international HD filmmakers—creates captivating ambient
programming, complete with the pure sounds of the natural
environment. Look out the window of your television
and experience the journey to distinctive locations you
used to only be able to experience by being there.
The Window Channel. Transform your television
into a visual extension of your lifestyle and
zest for adventure.
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3. themes from around the world
The Window Channel’s VenTana programming offers affordable,
ambient, relaxing video environments for hotels, cruise ships,
restaurants, and anyplace you want to create an engaging
and entertaining video environment.
accompanied by the naturally occurring sounds recorded in
Dolby® surround sound, The Window Channel’s VenTana
programming creates an engaging environment that transforms
television into a conversation piece and adds unique value
to your brand.
each thematic loop includes multiple stunning windows,
carefully selected to create a soothing and relaxing retreat
from the distractions of everyday life.
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4. more r.o.e. (return on experience)
The Window Channel provides added value to your brand—helping
sell your product, boost incremental revenue and build brand loyalty.
The Window Channel knows that the cost of providing modern
amenities is increasing. One area that cannot be “value-engineered”
is the guest experience while under your roof.
We have developed the VenTana programming to be cost-effective,
yet to provide immeasurable value to your guests. For less than the
cost of a bar of soap a day, you can provide the relaxing and
comforting benefits of VenTana programming.
• Unlimited access to the entire suite of VenTana programs
• new titles published quarterly
• a wide variety of relaxing, transforming HD programming
• Developed with the expertise of relaxation medical professionals
• 24/7 access to the VenTana library
• Usage for your entire licensed facility
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5. VENTANA GLOBAL SERIES: LONG-pLAy
Genre/Title Run Time Description Suggested locations
programming
Upbeat Lounge/Bar
Zenergy 30 A blend of zen and energy
Vitality 30 Up-tempo and energetic
Expedition 50 Engaging and active images
Chicago 58 Windy city from new perspectives
The VenTana library consists of 30- and Relaxation In-Room/Lobby
60-minute thematic loops, designed for Restful Rain 35 Calming rain for sleep/meditation
iPTV systems, where multiple channel Symmetry 30 Blended meditative atmosphere
Tranquility 30 Calming, relaxing meditative
offerings can be delivered upon request. Sanctuary 30 Background accompaniment
Discovery 50 Shapes that engage the senses
each thematic program is designed Rocky Beaches 45 Relaxing beaches and surf
for different areas of your property. On the Beach 45 Global sunrise and sunsets -
Programs are cataloged by theme, The Caribbean 50 Beautiful Caribbean beaches
Aloha! Hawaii 60 Spectacular images of the islands
tempo and destination. Calming Restaurant/Lounge
Unity 30 Elements of nature and harmony
Harmony 30 Visuals of nature and location
Serenity 30 Relaxing and meditative
Heavenly 30 Beautiful and inspiring
Falling Water 60 Waterfalls from around the world
Engaging Lobby/public Area
Vicinity 30 Unique global destinations
Global Links 24 Spectacular golf destinations
Exploration 50 Natural and man-made images
South America 50 Spectacular images of Latin America
Audio
Nature Track 120 Relaxing ambient soundscapes for any background
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6. extra long-play
VENTANA GLOBAL SERIES: ExTRA LONG-pLAy
Entrada
The Window Channel World. Run time 5:00 hours
Comprised of these Ventana chapters
For installations with one or two playback Zenergy
channels, the GLOBaL SeRIeS long-play Symmetry
programs offers The Window Channel’s Unity
Vicinity
VenTana series as one, two or three long-play Harmony
programs comprised of multiple Ventana loops. Serenity
Heavenly
Tranquility
each GLOBaL SeRIeS program is designed Vitality
to provide hours of relaxation and ambient Sanctuary
background. Just tune in and relax.
Tierra
The planet. Run time 150 minutes
Comprised of these Ventana chapters
Discovery
Exploration
Expedition
playa Azul:
World Beaches. Run time 200 minutes
Comprised of these Ventana chapters
On the beach
Rocky beaches
Caribbean
Aloha! Hawaii
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7. window stills
VENTANA GLOBAL SERIES: WINdOW STILLS
Aqua
Run time: 30 min.
Stunning beaches, waterfalls, rivers, lakes and underwater images
For installations with limited hard drive that engage and enthrall.
storage space, the WInDOW STILLS
series creates a unique perspective on Terra
Run time: 30 min.
the world, using individual Window Images from places and destinations around the world--from Chicago,
Channel images to create a simulated to Shanghai to Melbourne, images to engage and inspire.
HD ambient video experience.
Azure
Run time: 30 min.
WInDOW STILLS programming is designed Beautiful sunrises, sunsets, and cloud formations from around our planet.
to provide hours of relaxation and ambient
Fuego
background—with Out-of-this-World Run time: 30 min.
images at a Down-to-earth price. Fire and Ice—From the Harbin Ice City in China, to Chicago’s Navy Pier
fireworks—these images will entertain and inspire
Habitat
Run time: 30 min.
People, Places and Things—where we live, play and work—images from
all across the globe
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8. VenTana POLICIeS & LICenSe
the fine print Prices for VenTana, VenTana GLOBaL SeRIeS
and WInDOW STILLS are based on the number
of screens, and/or rooms on which the
• HD ambient Soundscapes, designed
for audio-only environments, is included
at no charge with all licenses.
programming will be shown. Rates for
Contact The Window Channel and find single-screen installations are available. • Variety of relaxation, inspirational,
out how you can improve your R.O.e. and engaging HD programming.
and provide a unique and engaging The Window Channel’s IT partners can
assist with hardware and installation • VenTana library includes half-hour
HD video experience for your guests if needed. and hour-long programs.*
and staff.
• Program license is for a minimum • VenTana GLOBaL SeRIeS includes
of 12 months. 11 hours of continuous programming.*
• Price guarantee for additional • WInDOW STILLS library includes five
multi–year agreements. 30-minute standard definition programs.*
• Refresh of content provided • Standard definition programming available.
from Ventana’s library resources,
as new titles are released. • encode standard is MPeG2, 1280 x 720p:
30fps, 16:9 aspect ratio. Content provided on
• License includes access to the hard drive. Contact The Window Channel for
entire VenTana library. other encode specs. Charges may apply for
specific encode requirements.
* Effective August 2011
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9. FOR INFORmATION ANd SALES
Jim Wilmer | Managing Partner/CeO
The Window Channel, Inc.
425.956.3288
sales@thewindowchannel.com
TheWindowChannel.com/hospitality
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