This article will outline the steps necessary to install and configure the provided transmitter in order to establish a stream for your Futuri POST service.
Upon completion of this article, you will be able to...
- Identify what is included with the transmitter shipment.
- Locate all relevant articles associated with the installation and setup of the streaming transmitter. (Single and Multi-stream)
What to Expect: A standard transmitter setup process will take approximately 1-2 hours.
Station Requirements: The items described below should be completed prior to receiving your transmitter for a seamless installation.
- Identify and secure a location for the transmitter:
- Single Stream size: (1u half-width)
- Multi-stream size: (3u)
- Identify and secure an appropriate outlet. (ideally a UPS)
- Complete the wiring process from the audio source to the transmitter.
- Identify an ethernet connection to an internet-accessible network.
- Identify an ethernet connection to an automation network. (if applicable)
- Identify an ethernet connection to an AoIP network. (if applicable)
- Complete the Mic closure/GPIO wiring. (if applicable)
NOTE: If using a KVM, optimal performance cannot be guaranteed with all models. If your unit does not boot up with a KVM attached, try removing it before powering on.
GETTING STARTED - TRANSMITTER SETUP
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1 | Unpack Transmitter: Each transmitter is shipped with the following:
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2 | Connect the "Network Cable" to the transmitter, and verify the following:
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3 | Connect the power cord, power up the transmitter and confirm the following:
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INTERNET CONFIGURATION:
STEP | STATION ACTION |
1 | Click here for instructions to connect your transmitter to the internet. |
AUDIO CONFIGURATION:
STEP | STATION ACTION |
1 | Analog Directions AoIP Directions NOTE: If you are using a Multi-stream transmitter, it is recommended that you feed the same audio type (either analog or AoIP) to all stations on the transmitter to avoid conflicts which can distort audio quality. |
2 | Verify audio is playing by navigating to http://listen.streamon.fm/[CALL LETTERS] (Insert your call letters) |
NOW PLAYING CONFIGURATION:
STEP | STATION ACTION |
1 | Now Playing configuration is a requirement to enable:
Click here for information on configuring your specific automation system. |
2 | Once configured, contact VIP Support to schedule a call with a Streaming Engineer to complete the setup. |