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Intangible Assets Intangible Assets (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
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Jun. 30, 2014
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Jun. 30, 2013
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Jun. 30, 2014
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Jun. 30, 2013
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| Goodwill [Line Items] | 听 | 听 | 听 | 听 |
| Amortization of Intangible Assets | $ 41 | $ 29 | $ 77 | $ 55 |
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SIRIUS XM
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听 | 听 | 听 | 听 |
| Goodwill [Line Items] | 听 | 听 | 听 | 听 |
| Indefinite-Lived Trade Names | 930 | 听 | 930 | 听 |
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ANLBC
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听 | 听 | 听 | 听 |
| Goodwill [Line Items] | 听 | 听 | 听 | 听 |
| Indefinite-Lived Franchise Rights | $ 143 | 听 | $ 143 | 听 |
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- Definition
The aggregate expense charged against earnings to allocate the cost of intangible assets (nonphysical assets not used in production) in a systematic and rational manner to the periods expected to benefit from such assets. As a noncash expense, this element is added back to net income when calculating cash provided by or used in operations using the indirect method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Details
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- Definition
Carrying amount (original costs adjusted for previously recognized amortization and impairment) as of the balance sheet date for the rights acquired through a franchise arrangement having an indefinite period of benefit. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Carrying amount (original costs adjusted for previously recognized amortization and impairment) as of the balance sheet date for the rights acquired through registration of a trade name to gain or protect exclusive use thereof for a projected indefinite period of benefit. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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