Overview
This project involved the complete modernization of a broadcast master control environment by combining two existing operational spaces into a single, fully rebuilt facility while simultaneously replacing core playout infrastructure and automation workflows.
The project extended beyond a traditional facility rebuild and included deployment of a new Imagine Communications Versio Integrated Playout environment to replace the legacy Harmonic Omneon playout server infrastructure.
A key requirement of the implementation was maintaining operational continuity with the existing Harris ADC 100 Automated Content Management and Distribution system while modernizing the underlying broadcast infrastructure.
The rebuild included full demolition and reconstruction with upgraded SDI, fiber, Ethernet, and power distribution systems, acoustic treatment, automated window shading to improve video wall visibility, operator console deployment, and complete technical system integration.
Playout Modernization and Automation Integration
The migration from the Harmonic Omneon environment to the new Imagine Versio Integrated Playout platform required extensive planning, validation, and workflow replication to ensure uninterrupted on air operations.
A major project objective was preserving one to one operational behavior between the legacy ADC 100 automation environment and the new playout infrastructure. Existing operational workflows, timing expectations, and air chain behavior were carefully maintained to minimize operational disruption during transition.
- Automated playout server control
- Downstream keying for bugs, crawls, and graphics insertion
- Double box commercial execution workflows
- SCTE 104 and SCTE 35 signaling support
- DTMF based trigger workflows where required
- Full WideOrbit traffic and scheduling integration
Redundancy, timing accuracy, automation reliability, and operational familiarity remained central considerations throughout the deployment process.
