Input Elements
Input elements represent configured vision mixer sources such as cameras, external feeds, playout channels, graphics channels, DVE, SuperSource, and virtual set inputs.
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What you will learn
- How inputs are found, sorted, and added to rundowns.
- How Program and Preview behavior is controlled.
- How input metadata affects audio, keyers, macros, and protection.
Recommended workflow
- Open the Inputs tab in Director.
- Search or sort until the needed source is visible.
- Drag the input into a rundown or trigger it directly depending on your workflow.
- Edit the input item to add prompter text, duration, Auto Next, and shortcuts.
- Use Settings to change the underlying input type, mixer input number, sort order, audio, key inputs, and protection.
Buttons, fields, and controls
| Control | What it does | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Open Settings | Opens Settings from the Inputs tab. | Use when an input is missing or configured incorrectly. |
| Search for inputs | Filters the input list by name. | Use in large productions with many sources. |
| Sort Order 1-99 | Sorts by configured production order. | Use for camera/input banks. |
| A to Z / Z to A | Sorts alphabetically. | Use when searching by name. |
| Program shortcut | Takes the input to program. | Use only when you intend to affect output. |
| Preview shortcut | Loads the input into preview. | Use before taking a source live. |
Best practices
- Configure production order in Settings instead of relying on alphabetic names.
- Use input protection for sources that should not accidentally go to Program.
- Attach audio behavior to inputs so faders follow the live source predictably.
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Likely cause | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Input does not appear | It is hidden or missing from the active Device Config Profile. | Check Show in input dropdowns and active profile. |
| Input will not go Program | Allow Program is disabled or protection is active. | Review input protection fields in Settings. |
| Wrong audio opens | Sound input mapping is incorrect. | Check soundinputs, soundinputs_vo, and closed fader settings. |
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