Tasks are a core component of 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 re-used 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 by associating the action with an audio switcher input relay or as a scheduled event.
Available Tasks
XStudio Recorder allows you to create, modify and delete all available tasks. Keep in mind, though, that some tasks may not be applicable or useful for use with the application task database that you are remotely administering.
Task Type (Alphabetical) |
Description |
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Display a text message in the XStudio Recorder Message Center dialog. |
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Change or reset input relay mapping for an audio switcher. |
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Send a control command to an external device via an external control port. |
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Sets the system clock to the specified minute and second of an hour. |
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Sets the operating mode of the system, e.g, Emergency, Automation. |
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Sets the Global voice number of the system, used in conversion of the ## macro. |
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Start playback of audio from a list of audio (either single cut or play list). |
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Start recording audio. Record to a specific cart number on a specific channel. |
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Stop play of audio on a selected channel, either by channel or by cart number. |
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Stop an active recording on a specified channel. |
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Fade a single channel, up or down, on a selected audio switcher. Only a few audio switchers support this feature. |
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Backup system database files and optionally, XStudio Recorder preference and settings files. |
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Delay task execution a specified amount of time. Effectively a "wait" command. |
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Pulse a single DOut on a selected switcher. Not all devices support DOut pulsing. |
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Turn on or off input channels for a specific audio switcher. |
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Use an existing Action as a Task. In effect, "nests" an action within an action. |
