because of its lptv status, the station also aired its programming on cable channel 11, which helped reach its audience on the island. on february 18, 2009, kuam-lp began simulcasting on kuam's digital subchannel 8.2, extending its over-the-air reach throughout guam. kuam-lp was one of the few television stations to sign off at night. it signed off at 1:30 a.m. and did not air "up to the minute". instead, during its downtime, the station simply aired cbs network promos and public service announcements overnight.