AI PROGRAM SCHEDULER · MASTER CONTROL
Let AI be your
chief scheduler.
AI Program Scheduler is a broadcast automation master control system. Deep learning balances rights, compliance, and audience performance to optimise every second of airtime — end to end, from scheduling to enterprise signal routing.
↓40%
Human error
5×
Scheduling efficiency
0
Rights conflict misses
24/7
Fully automated
WHY NOW
From manual rundowns and operator shifts to AI scheduling + automated switching,
this is the master-control engineering shift.
Traditional master control rooms rely on manual rundown editors, 24-hour operator shifts, and SDI matrix switches operated by hand. Any breakdown in the chain becomes black on air or a compliance risk. AI Program Scheduler consolidates scheduling, monitoring, and switching into one server — AI generates the rundown draft, anomalies are flagged in real time, and emergency insertion is one click away.
LEGACY · TRADITIONAL MASTER CONTROL
Manual rundown, operator shifts, dispersed gear
Schedulers edit rundowns by hand; SDI matrix paired with separate switchers, CG engines, and ad inserters; 24-hour operator shifts pay the price for human error. Rights conflicts checked by eye; emergency insertion latency runs into seconds.
AI PROGRAM SCHEDULER · POINT MEDIA TECH
AI rundown, rule-based switching, real-time alerts
Deep-learning over historical ratings, rights, and compliance rules drafts the rundown automatically; SDI/IP multi-source switching follows pre-set rules; emergency insertion is SCTE-104 frame-accurate; anomalies trigger immediate alerts. Office-hours monitoring + on-call replaces 24-hour shifts.
CAPABILITIES · THREE LAYERS
Three capability layers, threaded into one
automated master-control chain.
AI scheduling → signal switching → monitoring & alerting. Each layer can be evaluated independently, licensed by channel count, and scaled later.
AI scheduling engine
Deep learning across historical ratings, rights and compliance rules, ad fill-rate, and audience flow generates rundown drafts automatically. Rights conflicts are flagged in real time, compliance alerts surface for review, and schedulers move from "drafting" to "approving."
- Historical ratings deep learning
- Real-time rights compliance check
- Ad fill-rate optimisation
- BXF / NRCS / Traffic integration
Real-time switching & emergency insertion
Seamless multi-source switching across SDI, HDMI, and IP (SMPTE ST 2110); pre-set rules drive automation while operator override stays one tap away. Emergency insertion supports SCTE-104 cue tones and frame-accurate splice — one second to break into live.
- SDI / HDMI / IP multi-source
- SCTE-104 frame-accurate
- Rule-based + manual override
- Switching latency < 1 frame
Enterprise routing & monitoring
Integrated multiviewer, signal anomaly detection, and alert ticketing. Input loss, black frame, silence, and loudness anomalies trigger alerts automatically; remote engineers can take over at any time, replacing 24-hour gallery shifts with office-hours monitoring.
- Integrated multiviewer
- Black / silence / loudness alerts
- Remote take-over
- Alert ticketing
WORKFLOW
Master control sits at the hub of the workflow,
connecting ingest, MAM, playout, and delivery.
AI Program Scheduler isn't an island. It joins the other Point Media Tech systems into a complete on-air chain.
FIGURE 01 · Master control as the workflow hub (INGEST → MAM → MASTER CONTROL → PLAYOUT → DELIVERY)
SPECIFICATIONS
Engineering specifications.
Full spec sheet and technical assessment available — book a session with our solution architects.
| Signal formats | SDI (HD-SDI / 3G-SDI / 12G-SDI) · HDMI · IP (SMPTE ST 2110-20/-30/-40) · NDI · SRT — mixed sources |
|---|---|
| Switching | Rule-based automation + manual override; switching latency < 1 frame; concurrent multi-source management |
| Emergency insertion | SCTE-104 cue tone · frame-accurate splice · 1-second cut into live |
| Integration | Standard REST API · BXF (Broadcast Exchange Format) · XML/MOS (NRCS · ENPS / iNEWS) · Traffic systems |
| Monitoring & alerts | Integrated multiviewer · black frame / silence / loudness / freeze frame detection · alert ticketing |
| Licensing | Per system scale and channel count; modular expansion; perpetual + annual maintenance options |
| Deployment | Standard 2–4 weeks; includes acceptance testing and engineer training |
HOW TO START
Three steps, from evaluation to go-live.
Request a trial
Fill out the contact form and our team will respond within one business day to arrange a technical consultation.
Integration assessment
A technical consultant reviews your existing broadcast architecture and confirms NRCS / Traffic / MAM / Playout integration requirements.
Deployment and go-live
Complete configuration and acceptance testing (dry-run, failover, signal switching), then go live in production.
READY?
Ready to let AI
run master-control scheduling?
Book a demo and see how the AI scheduler reshapes the gallery.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Which signal formats does AI Program Scheduler support?
AI Program Scheduler supports SDI, HDMI, and IP (SMPTE ST 2110) signal formats, and can manage multiple sources simultaneously for real-time switching to meet the needs of a modern broadcast master control room.
What are the advantages of automated scheduling compared to manual operation?
AI Program Scheduler provides rule-based automated switching and emergency insertion management, significantly reducing the risk of human error. Integrated monitoring and alerting give operators real-time visibility into every signal.
Can AI Program Scheduler integrate with existing systems?
Yes. AI Program Scheduler offers standard APIs and protocol support for integration with existing Playout, MAM, and signal monitoring systems, ensuring a seamless broadcast workflow.
How is licensing calculated?
Licensing is based on system scale and channel count, with modular expansion options. For detailed pricing, contact a sales consultant and we will recommend the best fit for your requirements.
What are the system requirements?
AI Program Scheduler runs on standard broadcast-grade servers and supports Linux. Exact hardware specifications depend on the number of signal paths and integration requirements; a technical consultant will provide a detailed assessment.
How do I start an evaluation or trial?
Fill out the contact form and our team will respond within one business day to arrange a technical consultant for a master control assessment and trial planning.
How does broadcast IP migration affect master control, and how do you move from SDI to IP?
Broadcast IP migration is the process of moving traditional SDI baseband signals to a SMPTE ST 2110 IP network architecture. For master control, IP brings more flexible signal routing, remote operation, and multi-site resource sharing. Point Media Tech AI Program Scheduler supports both SDI and IP interfaces, allowing broadcasters to adopt a phased strategy — running a hybrid SDI/IP environment first, then progressively migrating playout, ingest, and monitoring to a full IP architecture to minimize transition risk.