DEBT

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2011

DEBT [Abstract]

DEBT

NOTE 10. DEBT

Credit Facility Debt

In connection with the AMC Networks Distribution (see Note 1), AMC Networks issued seniornotes and senior secured term loans under its new senior secured credit facility to the Company as partial consideration for the transfer of certain businesses to AMC Networks.  The Company exchanged the AMC Networks senior notes and senior secured term loans in satisfaction and discharge of $1,250,000 outstanding indebtedness under its restricted group revolving loan and extended revolving loan facilities.

Senior Notes

On April 1, 2011, CSC Holdings' 7-5/8% senior notes matured.  CSC Holdings repaid the principal amount of the notes of $325,796, plus accrued interest, with $275,000 of borrowings under its revolving credit facility and cash-on-hand.