Product/Service

Broadcast Automation System

Source: Columbine JDS Systems, Inc.
The MCAS-IV broadcast automation system gives television station operators a simple, effective presentation of standard broadcast information and operations, providing an uninterrupted flow of information between master control, traffic, and material management
Columbine JDS Systems, Inc. broadcast automation system gives television station operators a simple, effective presentation of standard broadcast information and operations, providing an uninterrupted flow of information between master control, traffic, and material management.

Based on CJDS's Engine-Client-Server architecture, MCAS-IV allows users to view and edit schedules, manage media, and perform machine control from any Windows NT workstation on the network. A unique operator interface provides information and control features specific to broadcast automation. The system uses an integrated database based on Oracle and standard Internet protocol messaging to provide a seamless, real-time interface between traffic and automation.

Featuring a modular design, MCAS-IV operates on PC workstations connected via a high-speed network. Modules currently available include schedule automation, traffic
interface, master client, materials database, video archive, and schedule editing and viewing options. With MCAS-IV's open architecture, users purchase only the system modules they require and can expand their capabilities at any time simply by purchasing the new module and updating MCAS-IV's configuration data.

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