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XStudio Task Reference

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Tasks are a core component of XStudio automated execution. Each task does only one specific thing, unlike some systems where multiple actions are taken within a single task. This approach allows for greater flexibility, as tasks can be reused easily without concerns about side effects of anything done in addition to performing the basic task.

Tasks are combined with other tasks to form what is known as an Action, which is simply an ordered list of tasks. When an Action is run, its list of tasks is performed, in order. Actions can be initiated in several ways, including associating the action with an audio switcher input relay, as a scheduled event, as a log directive or using a hot button.

Available Tasks

XStudio supports a number of different types of tasks, each with a specific purpose. The table below lists available tasks along with a short description of each. Use the links to review detailed information on a specific task type.

Task Type (Alphabetical)

Description

Send Control Command

Send a control command to an external device via an external control port.

Set Auto-Segue

Set log Auto-Segue on or off.

Set Clock

Sets the system clock to the specified minute and second of an hour.

Set Mode

Sets the operating mode of the system, e.g, Emergency, Automation.

Set Voice

Sets the Global voice number of the system, used in conversion of the ## macro characters.

Start Play

Start playback of audio from the log or from a list of audio (either single cut or play list).

Stop Play

Stop play of audio on a selected channel, either by channel or by cart number.

Switcher Fade

Fade a single channel, up or down, on a selected audio switcher. Only a few audio switchers support this feature.

Timer

Delay task execution a specified amount of time. Effectively a "wait" command.

Update DOut

Pulse a single DOut on a selected switcher. Not all devices support DOut pulsing.

Update Switcher

Turn on or off input channels for a specific audio switcher.

Use Existing Action

Use an existing Action as a Task. In effect, "nests" an action within an action.