Section 275

BROADCASTING SERVICES

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

This division consists of WKAR-TV, WKAR-FM, WKAR-AM, Interactive Video Services (IVS) and the Radio Talking Book (RTB). WKAR-TV (UHF channel 23) provides local and national programming of public affairs, performing arts, minority affairs and lifelong education to viewers throughout Mid-Michigan and is affiliated with the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). WKAR-FM (90.5 Mhz stereo, 89,000 watts), provides fine arts and news programming 24 hours-a-day. WKAR-AM (870 Khz, 10,000 watts), provides news and information programming during daylight hours. WKAR-FM and WKAR-AM are affiliated with National Public Radio.

Interactive Video Services (IVS) assists faculty in creatively applying the most advanced technologies to improve interactive learning and distance education. With four multimedia classrooms on campus, IVS offers two- way videoconferencing, video bridging services for multiple learning sites, satellite origination and reception, and assistance with audio and/or video for Virtual University (VU) courses.

The Radio Talking Book is a specialized broadcast service of information for persons who have visual or physical conditions which make reading difficult. Radio receivers are available for a refundable deposit for those who qualify.

WKAR-TV and Interactive Video Services (IVS) are located in 212 Communication Arts Building. WKAR-AM, WKAR-FM and Radio Talking Book (RTB) are located in 283 Communication Arts Building. Business hours are weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; however, staff members are on duty 24 hours a day. For information about WKAR-TV or IVS, call 432-9527; for WKAR-FM and WKAR-AM, 432-9527 or for Radio Talking Book, 353-9124.

II. TYPES OF SERVICES OFFERED

A. Assisting faculty in planning, writing and producing instructional materials or entire courses. These can be viewed in campus classrooms, on local cable TV systems or sent via satellite or digital telephone lines to sites around Michigan and the U.S. Two-way, interactive instruction to distant sites is available to a number of locations. Contact the Interactive Video Services Program Manager at 432-9527, ext. 402, for more information.

B. Duplicating instructional videotapes and providing videotape review facilities in the University library. Contact the Interactive Video Services Program Scheduling Office at 432-9527, ext. 202, for more information.

C. Maintaining a library of instructional videotapes for use in classroom instruction.

D. Providing a specialized broadcast service for the blind and physically handicapped via specially designed receivers, available for a $25 deposit, to eligible listeners. For further information contact Radio Talking Book at 353-9124.

E. Providing two-way audio communication satellite services to MSU faculty and staff. Contact the FM Program Manager for this service at 432-9527, ext. 336.

F. Providing laboratory facilities and internship opportunities to telecommunications students. Contact the Operation Manager at 432-9527, ext. 215, for more information.

G. Purchasing copies of programs broadcast on WKAR-TV (channel 23). Contact the TV Programming Office at 432-9527, ext. 415.

H. Providing television satellite uplink or downlink services. Contact the Production Manager at 432-9527, ext. 204.

I. Recording copies of certain programs broadcast on WKAR-AM or FM for purchase. Requests are made through the FM Program Manager at 432-9527, ext. 336.

J. Providing teleconference services for both origination and reception of interactive programs and conferences. Contact the Interactive Video Services Program Manager at 432-9527, ext. 402.

III. FORMS TO BE USED

Initial contact for services should be made by telephone. Broadcasting Services will provide the appropriate form for the service requested.

IV. BILLING

On completion of service, a Journal Voucher will be sent to the Accounting Department and a duplicate copy mailed to the department requesting the service.