Telecommunications in Nansei-Gunto
Before its dissolution, the telecommunications network in Nansei-Gunto was highly developed and can be compared with that of the Republic of Northern Peninsula and other states. The largest telecommunications company is state-owned TeleNansei which operates phone, internet, and television services.
Broadcasting
Television
There are more than 40 local television stations. Television was formerly monopolized by TeleNansei Media, operating channels Channel 6 and NanseiNewsNow. Later, TeleNansei Media was replaced with the Nansei-Gunto Broadcasting Association, a federation of TeleNansei and local municipal broadcasters, also inheriting Channel 6 and NNN. Private station NGLX, an affiliate of LBC, is also based in Shenghua. The main form of transmission are terrestrial signals, transmitted from the Nansei Pearl Tower in Shahai. TeleNansei also provides cable television service with over 300 local and international channels.
Radio
The main radio broadcaster, SBC, has 6 radio channels from FM frequencies 98.8-99.5, with all stations also available online. Digital broadcasts are being trialed as well.
Emergency broadcasting
In addition to sirens located across the region, the Nansei-Gunto Emergency Broadcast System transmits emergency alerts on television and radio. Automated alerts are broadcast on all broadcasting stations, similar to real-life systems in the US and Canada, while full information is available on NSOS-TV and NanseiNewsNow. Cell phones are also required to support emergency alerts on cell networks.
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Mobile
TeleNansei is currently the only cellular service provider. It offers 3G, 4G, and 5G services on its GSM network. Free calls, texts, and/or data may be provided for a limited time during emergencies, such as typhoons or earthquakes.
Emergency numbers
The number for all emergency services in Nansei-Gunto is 999. Mobile phone users can dial 995 for immediate police rescue using GPS location data. Individual services have separate numbers for complaints or non-emergencies.