The Complete Resource

Build Your Own Professional
Internet Radio Station

PlayoutONE makes broadcast-quality radio automation free and accessible. This is the most comprehensive guide to using it — from first install to a station running 24/7 without you in the room.

Everything You Need, Step by Step

Fourteen focused guides covering every part of building and running a PlayoutONE internet radio station. Work through them in order or jump to exactly what you need.

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Step 1 — Planning Your StationFormat, hardware, operating style and what to decide before you install anything.

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Step 2 — Optimizing WindowsEvery system setting your broadcast PC needs before you install a single application.

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Step 3 — Install PlayoutONEDownload, install and configure PlayoutONE and all five companion applications.

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Step 4 — Virtual Audio RoutingConnect PlayoutONE to LiveStream internally using VB-Audio Virtual Cable.

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Step 5 — Clocks & RotationsBuild hour structures, set artist separation rules and program your station like a pro.

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Step 6 — Configure LiveStreamConnect to your streaming server and get your station broadcasting to the internet.

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Step 7 — Metadata & Now PlayingShow listeners the current song in every player, website widget and app.

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Step 8 — AutoImport & FileCopyAutomate library intake so new audio enters PlayoutONE without manual steps.

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Step 9 — Monitor & Auto-StartupKeep every broadcast application running 24/7 with automatic restart and startup.

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Step 10 — Audio ProcessingAdd loudness, warmth and consistency with Stereo Tool and other processing tools.

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Step 11 — Voice TrackingSound live when you are not there — record breaks in advance for seamless automation.

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Step 12 — Website & Remote AccessBuild your station website and manage your broadcast PC from anywhere.