When to activate your In-Arena Utility

One common question we receive is, “How can I get the In-Arena Utility (IAU) to generate a file before the game actually starts.” We understand that users would appreciate early confirmation that their IAU is properly generating XML and SB files. 

Typically, most users do not open the IAU until after they loaded the Game Key in NCAA LiveStats. But following this procedure and activating IAU before loading the Game Key will result in the XML file being generated earlier.

1.    Open NLS, and activate the In-Venue Feed (under the Settings menu)

2.    Open IAU, verify your connection(s) and click Start

3.    Load in the Game Key

4.    Proceed through the Pre-game setup tabs

As long as you have the In-Venue feed and IAU running before you put in the Game Key, you’ll get an XML file early in the process.

When does the IAU first generate the XML file?

Assumptions: In-Venue Feed is on. IAU is Started. Production environment.

• Basketball – After the Teams tab is saved
• Volleyball – After Print Settings tab is saved
• Soccer – After the Players tab is saved
• Ice Hockey – After the Players tab is saved
• Football – After the Teams tab is saved