MediaCAST on-demand media and digital content management platform

MediaCAST is an open and interoperable product suite that allows you to build custom, scalable on-demand multimedia learning solutions for your school or organization.  Custom configurations that meet application requirements are built by adding Seamlessly Integrated Modules (SIMs) to the MediaCAST platform.

MediaCAST platform provides an expanded set of tightly integrated features that combine the capabilities and benefits of a content management, digital rights management and media delivery system merged into one familiar, browser-based interface.  

Seamlessly Integrated Modules (SIMs) provide a cost-effective way to add capabilities to or expand the system.  Configure your system to meet the requirements of your education, training and communications initiatives, knowing that SIMs can be added to extend your capabilities or scale your system at any time.  Call us for information—800 474-5128.

Platform      Content Repository   Digital storage and retrieval On-Demand Digital Library  Import library/course data, XML content Media Creation Tools   Snag-A-Segment External URL Builder Link Builder Copyright Management   Ensure compliance with Fair Use and The TEACH Act Metadata Management   Enables relational data driven search Standards Correlation   Integrate learning assessment Collaboration   Create & reuse learning objects Digital Rights Management  Publish content; ecommerce integration MediaCAST Platform Brochure

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SIMs Media Appliances Digital media servers store and deliver streaming video, audio and multimedia content.  They are preconfigured, reliable and scalable—add more as you grow.    Enterprise Management Load-balancing, content replication and media content farms provide limitless scalability for today’s demands and the future.  Whether you have T1 lines between sites, wireless or GB fiber, these tools provide the necessary back-end capabilities of a robust platform. LDAP / Active Directory Single sign-on & authentication to LDAP, Microsoft Active Directory & Novell e-Directory.   UltraCAST Application streaming via thin-client technology.  Microsoft Terminal Services and Citrix compatible.  Web-enable your software for anytime, anywhere access. Even skip computer refresh cycles for substantial budget savings.  Plug&Play Digital Content Digital video, audio and learning resources from leading educational publishers.  Already digital, already licensed and ready to use.  Kiosk Central Digital bulletin board and signage.  Share information with all your constituents in realtime.  Use all-call to broadcast morning announcements or emergency mode for special event notices.   Available from any PC or Kiosk Display Station on LCD/plasma screens. MediaCAST Viewer TV and media on-demand in locations without  keyboard or mouse—hallways, entries, offices and auditoriums.   MediaCAST Construct Create and deliver media-centric online courses, collaboration tools, asynchronous  and synchronous learning.   MediaCAST ePortfolio Web-enabled portfolio for documentation of student work, enabler of authentic assessment and career promotion with video resumes. Desktop Share Broadcast your screen one to many or let a student present to the instructor or whole class. Web-enabled, cost-effective alternative. IPContact Videoconferencing Videoconferencing software solution for multipoint IP interactive conferencing on any PC.  Record, store and retrieve on-demand. MediaBroadcaster Stream live TV channels over your network.  Record, store & make TV available on-demand using Web Control and Scheduling tools.  Rack-mounted video encoding solution for your data center and head-end room.  MediaCreator  and OnLocation Carts Live Video Broadcasts over your IP Network.  Convert traditional VHS, DVD, audio cassette and print resources into optimized digital streaming formats.    SportsCAST Wireless ruggedized backpack system for live IP video broadcasting.     MediaCAST Express A hosted, application service provider deployment of the on-demand learning platform.  Gain access to the full feature set with hosted accounts.  Or, use hosted bandwidth for your distance learning program.