Each VLBA program is run remotely from the DSOC by VLBA operations. No observing assistance by a VLBA user is expected, although VLBA operations should be able to reach the observer by telephone during the program. As the program progresses, the array operator monitors the health and state of the antennas and tape recording systems, mainly using a compact yet comprehensive display program. Various logging, calibration, and flagging data are automatically recorded by the monitor and control system running on the station computer at each VLBA site. If necessary, the array operator can request local assistance from a site technician at each VLBA antenna. Recorded media are automatically shipped from each VLBA antenna to the correlator specified by the observer.