Wjct-tv Becomes First In Nation To Integratestandardized Bxf Protocol

摘要

WJCT,a public broadcasting station in Florida, has a reputation as an industry trendsetter. In 1968, before the mini-cam, it devised the mini-mote - a compact, two-camera portable unit that permitted live broadcasting from any location. In 2005, the station launched a digital multicasting service, positioning itself ahead of the curve in digital offerings. Today, WJCT-TV operates one HD, five SD and one analog channel. With a vision toward a streamlined future, the station aimed to improve automation efficiencies and processes in a multiplatform environment. In early 2008, following adoption of the SMPTE-2021 (BXF) communication protocol standard, WJCT volunteered to serve as a beta site for the integration of the nation's first standardized BXF protocol. BXF promised to provide a seamless link between traffic and automation. WJCT's objectives included reduced overhead, automated processes, improved reliability and efficiencies, and advanced cross promotion of television, radio and other technologies, furthering ease of operations and training. It also offered compatibility with traffic, automation and storage systems. Sundance Digital's BXF Gateway was selected to implement the ground-breaking technology and enhance the station's operations.