CCS Navigator™ is a Windows®-based software application that provides device configuration and various levels of control and monitoring for broadcast networks. CCS Navigator primarily uses the Harris-developed CCS™ Protocol (CCSP), a binary open source protocol that provides real-time parametric adjustment and enhanced alarm management and correlation. CCSP allows a tighter integration with Harris products, easy setup and the ability to scale networks while conserving precious network bandwidth. Ensure the products integrate with Navigator are CCS-P compliant to ensure a seamless integration.


CCS Navigator is available in a client-server administration tool that provides a feature-rich, completely customizable GUI. It allows discovery, configuration, control and monitoring through device control, as well as an enhanced graphical surface and enhanced scripting capabilities. The unique ability to render CCS alarms across multiple pages enables a drill-down from geographic views to the specific device view — all with a few clicks of the mouse. A key benefit to employing a GUI is its ability to represent operational environments and workflows in a familiar and intuitive manner. In just a few easy steps, the GUI enables the import of graphics and provides drag-and-drop functionality for the creation of complex navigation pages.

The rules engine allows the user to configure automatic event-driven actions under defined logical conditions. Global variables called “custom properties” can be created to track global statuses, as well as various control features throughout the system. This allows the user to totally customize CCS Navigator to meet current and future operational needs. Below is an example of a channel playout view showing how rules can be used to define failover conditions in a redundant channel view.
Single-Seat CCS Navigator
Our most cost-effective method of performing control and monitoring for broadcast networks is the CCS Navigator Device Control option (NAVIGATOR-DEV). This option allows users to discover network elements and configure, control and monitor them from a simple and familiar navigation tree structure. This navigation tree structure allows users to logically group devices by simply dragging and dropping devices onto network nodes for faster problem isolation or control capabilities. Scaling single-seat applications is possible by simply purchasing another license for a separate machine.

Available in either a single-seat application or in combination with NAVIGATOR-SRV, the NAVIGATOR-NX (NEXIO license) allows users to discover NEXIO SNMP agents and provides a quick control and monitoring user interface. Running the NEXIO wizard will create a NEXIO system view and all the drill-down pages.

CCS Navigator also provides the ability to open up graphical single-seat control surfaces. The IconMaster™ software control panel allows users to replicate the IconMaster hardware panel. For more information on IconMaster and Navigator, can be found on the IconMaster product page.
Download the CCS Navigator Trial Version!
(Note: requires Harris Customer Portal account login)
| NAVIGATOR-TRIAL | 30-day trial for all features in CCS Navigator |
| NAVIGATOR-DEV | License to enable full device control and monitoring |
| NAVIGATOR-SRV | License for client-server based device control and monitoring and enhanced graphical user interface |
| NAVIGATOR-NX | License for integrating NEXIO series of servers |
| NAVIGATOR-CLI | License for device control and monitoring and graphical user interface (client station - requires NAVIGATOR-SRV) |
| CCS-INTRO-OTR | 2-day introductory CCS training |
| CCS-ADV-OTR | 5-day advanced training |
| NAVIGATOR-SWS | Site Software ServicePAK – 1-year SWS extends software technical support services and provides application updates and non-chargeable upgrades (one contract per site) |
| Note: CCS Navigator is a highly customizable application. To derive the most value from the application, Harris highly recommends purchasing a training package or engaging Harris Professional Services for a commissioning package tailored to detailed customer requirements. Service quotes will be generated based on detailed system design and project scope definition. | |