To create channels, you must first create the Editorial information and (23.50_Q4) Global settings, (23.50_Q4) Subscriptions and (23.50_Q4) Regional settings; then add the associated Technical channels. You will need to create separate Technical channels for each stream required.
To create a channel, start by entering the Editorial Information:
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On the Live Channels list page, click ADD CHANNEL .
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Enter and select the details below.
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Click the Create Channel button to save the channel.
Editorial channel locale fields
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Field |
Description |
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Short Name |
Enter a short name for the channel; this will be displayed in the EPG. |
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Long Name |
Enter a long name for the channel (if different to the Channel Short Name). |
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Description |
Enter a description for the channel. |
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Genre |
Add or remove genres for the channel. |
Capabilities
Select the Capabilities available for this channel.
Editorial channels non-locale specific fields
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Field |
Description |
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Name |
Enter a name for the channel. |
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Provider Name |
Select the Provider from the drop-down menu. |
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Provider Channel ID |
Enter the channel ID for the selected provider. Once set, you cannot edit this value. The channel ID can include the following special characters: It cannot include parentheses: |
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Valid From / Valid To |
Select the dates to inform the channel status displayed in the console:
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Number |
Enter the number for the channel; this must be a unique value. |
Parental Ratings
Select the rating applicable to the whole channel; for example, 18. You can select multiple different ratings for different regions.
Custom fields
Locale-specific and customer-specific fields may also be displayed.