Director Layout
Director is the daily control center for Falcon Play. It combines the element library, rundown workspace, live controls, timers, server status, shortcut state, and automation into one production surface.
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What you will learn
- How the left element panel, rundown area, and bottom control bar are organized.
- How operators move from preparation to live playback.
- Which controls can affect live output.
Recommended workflow
- Use the left panel to find Inputs, Video, Graphics, Functions, Variables, and folder content.
- Build or edit rundowns in the right panel.
- Set the correct rundown On Air before live operation.
- Use cue/play/next/stop controls intentionally during production.
- Watch the bottom timers and status indicators throughout the show.
Buttons, fields, and controls
| Control | What it does | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Panel toggle | Collapses or expands the left element library. | Use when you need more space for the rundown. |
| Inputs tab | Lists configured vision mixer inputs. | Use for cameras, external sources, DVE, SuperSource, or virtual set inputs. |
| Video tab | Lists media files from the Media Server. | Use to add or play video elements. |
| Graphics tab | Lists graphic templates and saved scenes. | Use to create or play graphics. |
| Functions tab | Lists automation functions. | Use to trigger multi-step actions. |
| Variables tab | Manages Global Variables and Global Graphic Variables. | Use when graphics or integrations need shared values. |
| Folder tree | Shows organized rundown or element folders. | Use to navigate larger productions. |
| Bottom status bar | Shows server and integration status. | Use as the live health check. |
Best practices
- Use the left panel for preparation and the rundown area for live decisions.
- Collapse the left panel on smaller screens once the rundown is ready.
- Treat red status lights as blockers before going live.
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Likely cause | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Left panel content is empty | Data has not loaded or the source server is offline. | Check Media Server and Settings. |
| Keyboard shortcuts do not work | On Air Shortcuts are disabled or a modal is focused. | Enable On Air Shortcuts and close editing fields. |
| An element cannot be played | The underlying server, file, or device is unavailable. | Open the element modal and check warnings/status. |
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