This section shows how to configure a channel. An ordered overview of topics helps you configure the system quickly.

The following sections cover how to add, remove, export or import channel settings:

Creating a Channel

Create a new channel by pressing the New icon and give the channel a name in the dialog.

Add a New Channel

1. Open the Settings > Channel Settings window.
2. Select New. You are prompted to enter the new channel’s name.
3. Enter the channel name without spaces (a-z, A-Z, 0-9), and click OK.
4. Proceed to configure the Channel Settings.

Removing a Channel

Remove a Channel

1. Open the Settings window.
2. From the Channels combo box, select the channel you wish to remove.
3. Select Remove. You are asked if you are sure you want to remove the selected channel.
4. Click Yes. The last removed channel is automatically saved to a <ChannelName>.bkp file, which can later be re-imported back into Viz Multichannel. The file is located in the backup channel folder found in the Viz Multichannel program folder.

Exporting a Channel

Export a Channel as an XML File

1. Open the Settings window.
2. From the Channels combo box, select the channel you wish to export.
3. Select Export. You are asked if you want to include the playlists and templates along with the selected channel’s settings.
4. Click Yes or No, as required.
5. Enter a file name and click Save.

Importing a Channel

Import a Channel from an XML File

1. Open the Settings window.
2. Select Import.
3. Select the XML file and click Open. You are prompted to confirm what parameters to override.
   
   
   
4. Select one of the following:
   • Contents
   • Settings
   • Both

See Also

• Global Settings
• Local Settings
• Channel Settings
• Video Configuration