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Helpful Software Tools (mostly freeware!)
A great way to label your audio files for broadcast (freeware)
Convert audio files from CD (freeware)
Edit multiple ID3 tags in MP3 files (freeware)
Rename a batch of files quickly and easily (freeware)
Audio recorder and sound editor (freeware)
Copy files over LAN or FTP when scheduled
Communicate between studios via chat (freeware)
FTP solutions for downloading or hosting (freeware)
Synchronize your PC's clock automatically (freeware)
Remote control of studio desktop applications (freeware)
Open source customizable web browser (freeware)
Creates a virtual encrypted disk (freeware)
Small business financial accounting software (freeware)
VoIP software virtual phone system (freeware)
Create professional radio show clocks (shareware)
Remote Ideas
Encoder to send audio over IP... great for remotes!
Decoder to receive audio over IP (freeware)
SixMix USB Broadcast Console... just plug into computer
Internet broadcasting for web server (freeware)
Build your own mini-transmitter
Surveillance and On-Air Archiving
'Air Checks' have never been more efficient! Utilize closed-circuit video cameras simultaneously with your on-air feed while recording everything to a computer. Monitor anywhere on your local area network (or send to your web site as a live vidcast!). This may also act as a security system. Note: A video monitor in your lobby with a security camera image is a great deterrent.
Security and Surveillance Video
Security Cameras Direct
B&H Video
Official Automation System
Educational Dance Choice c/o Dance Radio Network recommends Simian from Broadcast Software International in conjunction with our syndicated services.
DRN provides our affiliate stations comprehensive information to launch their own announcements at scheduled breaks. Your IDs, liners, commercials, etc. will all easily air even when your station is unattended.
DRN also has our own unique applications using ASP.NET code which run well with Simian. We have Total Control Radio (listeners vote in real time for song, then it automatically airs), Top Songs (top 5 songs of the week can automatically load for on-air countdown), Sponsor Importer (list the days/times for each sponsor mention to submit to client), Web Poller (title streamer online), Show Loader (mixshows can load their playlist to the master log), Weather Console (automated local weather with the voice of your talent and also IDs your station), and unattended live remote (host a live remote without a board operator on duty).
We will also provide you tips to automatically insert local traffic reports (via FTP to your automation system), news and community updates, school closings, Emergency Alert System tests, and listener requests. In addition, we provide 'What's Playing Now' utilizing XML for your own local web site or RDS needs. The Dance Radio Network keeps an online database of all songs aired, weekly spin count, and weekly top 40.
Both software and hardware are available for purchase at the Broadcast Software International site. Please mention the Dance Radio Network when contacting BSI.