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Do I have to buy computer hardware from RCS?

RCS provides "turnkey" solutions that include computers with pre-configured NexGen software. However if you want to purchase your own hardware, RCS can provide a list of specifications.

 


Does NexGen require any proprietary hardware?

No. All RCS software is developed for off-the-shelf hardware.

 


What is special about NexGen's VoiceTRAC?

With VoiceTRAC, you can record liner breaks and intros for an entire shift, all without ever leaving the VoiceTRAC recorder. Once you start recording your show, you never have to switch back and forth between the recorder and the log to look for the next break.

 


Can I record a program from the network while I am on the air?

Yes, NexGen's Digital Reel To Reel (DRR) feature enables you to record any item and then play it back at the time of your choosing.

 


Can NexGen be used for an All Talk or All Sports station?

Yes, NexGen is suitable for stations of any size or format. NexGen can be configured to run in Live, Automated and Satellite modes.

 


Can NexGen play a different commercial to my Internet audio stream than the one on the terrestrial signal?

Yes, NexGen's streaming functions provide the ability to play several streams, optionally with separate commercials in each, at the same time.

 


Does NexGen automatically update its software? Do I have to go off air to do this?

NexGen software updates are initiated by the user at any convenient time. Once an update is selected, the software upgrade runs in the background without taking your station off the air. The RCS Support department can also manage the updates for you.

 


Does NexGen automatically normalize my station's music?

NexGen does not automatically normalize music. However our Audio Format Converter can perform this task on demand with a single command.

 


What kind of audio files does NexGen support?

MPEG 1 Layer 2 (MP2), Layer 3 (MP3) and linear (WAV or PCM) files are supported.

 


Can the look of NexGen be customized for each jock?

Yes, that is half the fun. All user fields, colors, fonts and buttons are under the control of the user and are saved for the next time they log on to the system.

 


Does NexGen have a way to save the mic EQ setting for each jock?

Microphone EQ is normally the domain of a mic preamplifier. You can use a mic processor with this feature with your NexGen system if desired.

 


Does NexGen work on an Apple computer (running Mac OS)?

NexGen is designed to run on the Windows platform. Although some Mac computers can support some Windows applications, it is not possible to run NexGen in that scenario.

 


How do I add songs to the control room?

Drag and drop songs into the control room from your production inventory list. It's that simple.

 


How many days in advance can I schedule NexGen?

NexGen can be scheduled up to 14 days in advance.

 


Can I restrict different users to different parts of the system?

Yes. Administrator rights can be assigned to individual users at your discretion.

 

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