EVS IPDirector Version 6.0 - November 2012 Part 7 User's Manual - Manual (Page 9)

1. Introduction
1.1. Product Overview
1.1.1. Purpose and Context of Use
The AB Roll Playlist application is used to control and play material on a series of
channels from a staged playlist in the database. These channels load in a sequential
manner as per a shows rundown or planned sequence. These channels may be directly
managed using the companion MPlay remote to manage up to 4 player channels.
Playlists from third party applications or rundowns from NRCS (Newsroom Computer
Systems) can be used as input for the AB Roll Playlist application.
The operator can also play elements manually on channels E and F.
Rundowns that are managed in third party NRCS applications can be used in AB Roll
Playlist. Live interaction between AB Roll Playlist and a third party application can be
achieved by custom interface plugins.
1.1.2. Saving the AB Roll Playlist Window Layout
The AB Roll Playlist window layout can be saved. When the layout is saved, the following
information is saved:
• window size and position
• channel associations
• the grid lock status and position
• the search window display status and vertical size
• the search window organization (grid, associated channels, etc …)
To save the window layout, proceed as described in the General Functions user manual .
1.2. Associated Modules
1.2.1. Introduction
When working with the AB Roll Playlist application, you will also use other modules like
the Database Explorer and the Channel Explorer. To control the playout from the AB Roll
Playlist, you will use the MPlay Remote controller.
The applications are explained briefly below, detailed instructions can be found in the user
manuals related to the relevant module.
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