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iMediaLogger helps Radio Mankato |
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MANKATO, Minnesota - Radio Mankato is a division of Minnesota Valley Broadcasting located in Mankato, Minnesota. We operate seven radio stations (both AM and FM) from our studios in Mankato. My name is Scott Schmeling. I am Chief Engineer for Minnesota Valley Broadcasting. Early last year, we installed the iMediaTouch system for our stations.
One of the central elements of the iMediaTouch system is the LOGGER. Simply stated, it records things. That is, indeed, an over-simplification.
Day in and day out, we put the Logger through its paces. We use it for LOGGING (continuous recording of various day-parts) of some stations. Using these files, we can produce “Best Of” programs to run on weekends or holidays. In the future, we may also make podcasts available. We also do SKIMMING (recording when the mic is turned on) of some stations as well. These audio files can then be used by the program director and/or consultant for critiquing and making our stations, and everyone’s show better. But that’s just the beginning.
KTOE is our full-service AM. As such, LOTS of programs are carried from various sources. That being said, 12-inputs was determined to be too limiting, so in addition to the MOTU 12-input audio interface we also installed a Broadcast Tools 16.4 audio switcher/router. That combination gives a total of 24 audio sources (the four outputs of the 16.4 go to four inputs of the MOTU). In addition, the Broadcast Tools switcher provides a relay input/output interface.
KTOE is an ABC Information News affiliate. We record the top of the hour news every hour – in case we need it. We also record the Paul Harvey News pre-feed for broadcast at noon. The relay closures from ABC are wired to the Broadcast Tools switcher. When the “local break” closure is received, the file stops recording, Logger waits the length of the network P.S.A. then starts recording again. The end result is that Paul Harvey’s news is contained in two files. We schedule our local sponsor’s ad between them. It works flawlessly and runs smooth as silk!
We do the same with various satellite fed programs such as Bruce Williams, Dr. Laura and Kim Komado, to name a few. In addition to receiving relay closures from the various satellite receivers, with the Broadcast Tools switcher in the system Logger can also send relay closures to our satellite receiver controller to automatically switch the receiver to a different program.
We automatically record our local weather forecast complete with current temperature (fed by another satellite). So even at night – when nobody’s home – we have the current weather and temperature for our listeners.
Last, but certainly not least, we record three local church services every Sunday. The service times actually change during the year, but they wanted the broadcast to be at the same time, so their parishioners would always know when to listen.
When recording church services, we use another useful feature of Logger. We split the services into 20-minute segments. The service records into three consecutive files. Since the files are not available for play until after they have finished recording, splitting the service allows us to begin broadcast before the service is actually finished recording.
If you asked me about the manual I’d probably say, “What manual?”! Yes, there really IS a manual, but in all honesty, you don’t need it. Most of the screens are self-explanatory. Once you define the feed it’s just a matter of scheduling it. Once scheduled….it runs!!! Logger is running all the time, 24/7. It runs its schedule, records the needed audio and drops the files on the server for the next time it’s needed.
I can’t imagine being able to carry the programs we do WHEN we do – unattended – without the iMediaTouch LOGGER. It’s an integral part that makes the magic happen!
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Tech Tip |
Upgrading your iMediaTouch Software.
On the heels of our latest update to the V3 suite we are happy to present you with our recommended process for upgrading your software to the latest and greatest iMediaTouch Software, V3.1.3.
Preparing to Upgrade:
- Read through the entire process prior to performing it. J
- Find out which software you’ll need to download.
- Take an account of which types of software you have installed at your site.
- An alternative, if you registered software recently would be to reference the software registration email for a list of the software you have installed.
- In an FTP Client or Windows Explorer connect to Ftp://support.imediatouch.com and log in with the UN/PW we provided you at the time of your purchase.
(If you do not have this information please see the Notes Section Below on how to obtain it.)
- In the iMediatouchV3 folder you will find the latest release v3.1.3
- Download the v3.1.3 installers applicable to your site to a folder on your desktop.
- Cut and paste that folder into the O:\OMT PROGRAMS\ directory.
- With a copy of the installers centralized you are now ready to upgrade the software on your iMediaTouch machines.
Upgrading your software:
- Open the O:\OMT PROGRAMS\ directory on your machine and browse to the folder we added earlier.
- Make sure the all iMediaTouch programs on the machine are closed and begin running the installers applicable to your machine.
- After the installers have completed and you have clicked on the “Finish” button your software has been upgraded.
Notes:
- Your settings for each of your programs will be kept safe and used in the new software.
- After upgrading you will be prompted to register your software.
- If you have just upgraded from V2 to V3 you will need to collect the name of each computer upgraded (just for organizational reference) then the Product Code and System ID from each product’s registration splash screen.
- If you have just upgraded from V3 to V3. You will be able to re-use the codes you received from a previous registration.
- If you receive any ‘C++’ errors during the upgrade Browse to C:\windows\ on your machine and remove any IMediaTouch branded folders you see there. Once removed, Re-install the software you received the error on.
- If you are unable to Locate your UN/PW for FTP://support.imediatouch.com Please send an email to support@imediatouch.com and include your name, station call letters, and of course your request for your FTP UN/PW. A reply will come as quickly as possible.
Did you Know v3.0?
- Our V3 On Air Software has the ability to restore your settings to an earlier point at no extra charge? (It’s not quite a time machine, but it can save your butt one day!)
- Second Copy can be used to back up your settings files and even your Audio Database to an external storage device on a nightly or weekly basis? (Actually you probably did know that, but maybe you forgot)
- All of our current product manuals as well as other useful information can be found on our help site: www.imediatouch.com/help
- We value Your Business and look forward to assisting you with our products!
For more details or questions about iMediaTouch support
and technical questions, contact support at:
Email. support@imediatouch.com
Toll Free 1-800-726-2635.
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Tech Notes |
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iMediaTouch 3.1.3 is now in available to all our v3 Customers. More details and complete release notes can be viewed via the online iMediaTouch Support or manual pages.
iMediaTouch training videos are now available to all customers with an active support plan! The new training videos are available via your FTP account under the Misc folder. If you have any questions, or are having trouble accessing the new videos, please contact the iMediaTouch Support Department.
Details about WideOrbit's integration with iMediaTouch 2.6.5 & v3.1 will be announced shortly. Under development over the past three months, customers using WideOrbit will now have complete functionality and integration with this great traffic software.
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| OMT Development is currently looking for customers wishing to join our Beta Testing Program. Help shape and develop the best software in radio - we welcome all those who are interested to contact Kevin Kowal, OMT Quality Control Manager, by emailing kkowal(at)imediatouch.com or call 204-786-3994 x221 |
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| If OMT is able to qualify your lead, we will send you an OMT Jacket for any customer referral that turns into a iMediaTouch order. Email all referrals to sales@imediatouch.com and be sure to include your name, call letters and all relevant information about the prospect you are referring us to. |
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