Primary
channel

Run a full-format, 24/7 TV channel with scheduled, live, and operator-controlled playout.

Stream Circle supports primary channels that combine file-based programming, live shows, secondary graphics, subtitles, and last-minute playlist changes.

It can run as a standalone playout setup or as the playout component connected to traffic, MAM, and reporting systems already in place.

Best suited for: national, regional, or thematic broadcasters running continuous channels where operator control, schedule reliability, and reporting matter.

Typical workflow

  1. Prepare playlists in Stream Circle or import them from a traffic system.
  2. Ingest media from local storage, MAM, or automated delivery workflows.
  3. Attach graphics and secondary items to scheduled content.
  4. Control the running playlist from the playout monitor.
  5. Export as-run logs for reporting, billing, or post-broadcast processing.

High availability options

Primary channels can be configured with primary and secondary playout servers, 1+1 hot standby, or N+1 standby architectures depending on the channel setup.

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Related use cases

01

Standalone primary channel

The playout platform is the primary media storage for all media needed for the playout channel operations. The media is uploaded directly into the playout storage. No workflows depend on external systems. All operations are realized within the playout platform, and there is no need for playout platform integrations with third-party solutions. Playout operators have full control over all channel media, schedules, and playlists.

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02

Integrated primary channel

Media are prepared and managed by other software solutions – by other broadcast traffic and media asset management – and Stream Circle playout solution processes a playlist and related media to produce a final stream for the audience.

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03

Scheduled news channel

The playlists are usually compiled for more days to run in a loop, and the dynamic content is added independently and uploaded into the playlist when needed. Automated content selection and prioritization rules are utilized heavily to fill the space. Playlist independent infographics is used to spread information on regional news and announcements, and the operator triggers it. The level of its content automation depends on the data production workflow utilized by the regional news crew.

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04

Automated news channel

The editorial staff produces news content media clips in a newsroom editing workflow, and the channel content is scheduled automatically using selection and prioritization rules over content metadata. The content in playout is updated when new content is uploaded in the newsroom editing system, and there is a minimal need for a planner or operator work.

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