Settings Overview
Settings is where Falcon Play is configured. It controls global options, Device Config Profiles, connected devices, servers, prompter behavior, license, LTC, and Config Sync.
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What you will learn
- How global tabs are organized.
- What the save button does.
- Which settings are safe to change during production.
Recommended workflow
- Open Settings from the dashboard or Director.
- Choose the relevant global tab.
- Edit values in the active Device Config Profile or global settings.
- Click Save after changes.
- Reload dependent pages or services when a setting requires it.
Buttons, fields, and controls
| Control | What it does | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Save button | Saves current settings. | Use after any configuration change. |
| General | Global station and behavior settings. | Use for system identity and defaults. |
| Device Config | Profiles for mixers, servers, inputs, and faders. | Use for hardware setup. |
| CasparCG | CasparCG path and output configuration. | Use for playout/graphics engine setup. |
| Media Server | Media server connection and paths. | Use for asset availability. |
| Prompter | Prompter behavior and sync. | Use for presenter display settings. |
| License | License status and activation. | Use for feature validation and support. |
| LTC | Linear Timecode source/generator settings. | Use for timecode-driven productions. |
| Config Sync | Local and cloud config transfer. | Use for backup and multi-machine synchronization. |
Best practices
- Avoid major Device Config changes during live operation.
- Create separate profiles for separate physical setups.
- Use Config Sync before risky changes so you can recover.
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Likely cause | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Changes do not appear | Settings were not saved or page needs reload. | Click Save and reload the affected app. |
| Wrong devices are controlled | Wrong Device Config Profile is active. | Select the intended profile. |
| License features missing | License not active or refresh failed. | Open License tab and refresh status. |
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