Microphones – mic 1,2, 3, and 4
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- Automation – Automation (above Turntable 1)
- CDs – CD 1, 2, 3, and 4
- On The Mac
- Weather/PSAs/Campus Events
- Miscellaneous
| Basic Station Terminology
The Soundboard
There are four microphones in the studio and they are labeled as MIC 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the soundboard. Mic 1 is the primary mic and is situated right over the soundboard. Mic 2 is right next to mic 1, mic 3 is next to mic 2, and so on and so forth.
Automation is a collection of music and promos that has been put together in order to be played in between shows. When a DJ begins their show they will find automation running. Once they are ready to begin, they turn automation off and start playing their own music. While finishing up their shows, they will turn automation back on, which will allow for the next DJ to get settled in before going on the air.
This button allows DJs to play music off of the computer through youtube, iTunes, grooveshark, etc.
This button allows DJs to either play music off of their MP3 players or computers. They simply hook the Aux input cable into the device of their choosing and turn the Phone button on. Additionally, DJs use this button to put a phone call on the air. When answering the phone off of the air, DJs simply pick up the phone and greet the caller with a “WCUR, West Chester.” However, if someone calls in while a DJ is on the air, they must most importantly let the caller know that they are on the air either before the call is broadcast or right before the caller begins speaking. Calls are put on the air by pressing the ‘phone’ button, then the ‘on’ button, and then the ‘answer’ button.
It is very important that we maintain proper volume levels for sound quality and legal purposes. We are required to maintain volume levels between 70%-100% modulation. If the volume is too loud, the sound levels will begin flashing red. Once a DJ sees this, they adjust the sound levels accordingly.
We have four CD players in the studio. They are labeled from 1-4 on the soundboard. The CD players themselves are located right next to the soundboard and are numbered for easy use!
The Cue button allows for DJs to preview a song on the soundboard without allowing it to broadcast. Cue essentially acts like a ‘mute’ button and comes in handy if you need to check music for obscene or indecent content. On The Mac
Every DJ is required to record their show playlist using the playlist software that can be loaded up through wcur.org. By filling in the Artist, Song Title, Album Name, and checking whether or not the song is New, the music department can make sure that we are following FCC rules and playing all of the New songs that we need to.
DJs are required to announce the local weather and campus events at least twice per show. DJs are also required to play/read a 60 second PSA at least once per show. The Weather can be easily accessed either online or on the mac’s desktop. Campus events are posted on wcupa.edu, or alternatively, they may be found printed up in the studio. PSAs are located either in the PSA binder or in iTunes. Miscellaneous
WCUR DJs are required to play New Music as given to us for free by local recording labels. During their 2-hour shows, DJs must play at least 10 New Songs and record them in the playlist software. The New Music is organized by genre next to the CD players.
The Transmitter Log must be filled out every time a DJ broadcasts a show. The Log reads like gibberish but it basically allows the Designated Chief Operator to see that DJs are broadcasting at the right signal and frequency. The Log is located right next to the phone in the studio. DJs simply follow the directions listed on the log, call the number that is listed, and record the information that is given them on the log.
Transitioning between songs is actually a lot more complicated than it sounds. Good transitions are something that the executive staff look for on the on-air test. A good transition should be smooth, gradual, and not have much silence in between songs. Remember that more than five seconds of silence results in an automatic phone call to the executive office and Doc Smith. Download 10.34 Kb. Share with your friends:
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