Switching Channel from SDK to Direct Publisher

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Hello,We have an existing Roku Channel that was created using the SDK.&nbsp; We would like to replace it with a Direct Publisher-based Channel.&nbsp; Same URL, same placement in the channel store, and still using existing analytics.&nbsp; For folks already subscribed to the existing channel, when the new RDP channel is launched, it replaces the previous content/layout.I don't see how I make that switch.Is it possible?&nbsp; If so, how do I do so?

Baradanikto · Answer

Direct Publisher uses a feed file to drive the channel.&nbsp; You'll need to create and manage either an MRSS or JSON feed file that describes your channel content.&nbsp; Having said that, you should be aware that Direct Publisher does not currently support a subscription model.

podworx · Answer

"Baradanikto" wrote:Direct Publisher uses a feed file to drive the channel.&nbsp; You'll need to create and manage either an MRSS or JSON feed file that describes your channel content.&nbsp; Having said that, you should be aware that Direct Publisher does not currently support a subscription model.I would like to completely replace the existing channel w/ the new channel developed w/ DP.&nbsp; Is that possible?&nbsp; Can I go into the Manage Channel section, select the channel in question, and say, "Stop using the SDK version, now use the DP version"?

Baradanikto · Answer

I've never done that. But, if I was switching from SDK to Direct Publisher, I would create it as a separate test channel first. Then, when the "kinks" are all worked out, I'd publish it and remove the old SDK channel.

podworx · Answer

"Baradanikto" wrote:I've never done that. But, if I was switching from SDK to Direct Publisher, I would create it as a separate test channel first. Then, when the "kinks" are all worked out, I'd publish it and remove the old SDK channel.Understood.&nbsp; The challenge is we want people already viewing our existing channel to keep the same "channel url" but just see the new content.&nbsp; IOW, I don't want all the people who are currently viewers to suddenly lose their existing channel and then have to go find and add the new version.

Baradanikto · Answer

That shouldn't be a concern. Each channel is defined by a unique character code, so, the new channel can't suddenly replace the old one. Consider placing some kind of announcement in the SDK channel that as of a certain date all video will be available in the new channel only.  That would give your viewers ample time to switch.

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