A 29 GHz radio system was initially developed to solve difficulties with providing a satellite-based racing information video distribution service direct to business customers where satellite antennas could not be provided at the customers' premises. The system was used for the final link for distributing the service. Short-range distribution is provided from a 29 GHz transmitter to a number of receivers within a circular coverage area. The system has also been adapted to provide point-to-point video transmission for other services. Minimum-cost manufacturing techniques were considered from the outset to ensure that the radio equipment could be produced at low cost in the production volumes anticipated.