RTL Belgium embarked on a transformative journey aiming to revolutionize its radio broadcasting operations. The project’s core objective was to eliminate traditional hardware constraints and create a streamlined, virtualized workflow. This innovation not only simplified operations but also enhanced the overall efficiency of radio production, enabling RTL Belgium to deliver high-quality content with minimal manual intervention.
The project replaced conventional hardware with software-driven touch screens that facilitated all radio operations. This shift significantly reduced the physical clutter typical for radio studios, creating a more focused and distraction-free environment for radio hosts and DJs.
The system was designed to be a work in progress, allowing continuous refinement and adaptation. RTL Belgium can easily update and optimize its workflow without significant downtime or restructuring, ensuring that the system evolves with emerging needs and technologies.
The project unified essential control room operations, eliminating the need for multiple audio engineers. This not only reduced operational costs but also streamlined the production process. The centralized control room now focuses on ensuring smooth production flows and managing studio logistics, enhancing overall efficiency.
When a host logs into a studio via the “Magenta Menu”, the system automatically adapts visual elements (like backdrops and lighting) and connects to the appropriate playout server. This automation ensures consistency and reduces setup time, allowing hosts to concentrate on content delivery rather than technical setup. The automation is capable of adjusting settings in real-time, suitable for breaking news or other urgent broadcasts.
- Frédéric Bochart, RTL Belgium’s Director of Technology -
Pluxbox Platform offers advanced integration and APIs. On top of its platform, Pluxbox built a tailored digital ecosystem, ensuring seamless data movement and integration of various solutions. This integration allowed for efficient control and management of the OmniPlayer playout system, as well as the use of Lawo’s Power Core and VSM buttons to manage input sources.
Go to the websiteM&I Broadcast Services' OmniPlayer is a radio automation solution running on redundant servers to ensure high availability. It manages the playout servers and integrates with VisTool and Pluxbox interfaces for real-time control over media playback, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted broadcasting.
Go to the websitePluxbox Platform offers advanced integration and APIs. On top of its platform, Pluxbox built a tailored digital ecosystem, ensuring seamless data movement and integration of various solutions. This integration allowed for efficient control and management of the OmniPlayer playout system, as well as the use of Lawo’s Power Core and VSM buttons to manage input sources.
Pluxbox Platform offers advanced integration and APIs. On top of its platform, Pluxbox built a tailored digital ecosystem, ensuring seamless data movement and integration of various solutions. This integration allowed for efficient control and management of the OmniPlayer playout system, as well as the use of Lawo’s Power Core and VSM buttons to manage input sources.