Browser

The Browser is a hierarchy tree view of the project or entire server project, whichever configuration is open.

Browser View in a Single Project

When the configuration is a standard project, the Browser displays the entire project plan which contains all spaces, objects and actions for the project. Clicking on the project name node (i.e. "West Side" in this example which has a single project node icon ) displays the entire project in the workspace.

The secondary level of nodes are the defined primary spaces within the project (i.e. , "Primary Space 1", "Primary Space 2" and "Primary Space 3" in the graphic example). Each primary space contains its own objects such as sub-spaces, channels, stations and walls.

Note: Clicking the expand icon found next to a space or object node in the Browser expands that selection to view all of its contents.

The next level of root nodes beneath the primary space(s) are the processors which include the processors and sACN Universe patch.
- Each processor in the space includes two DMX ports, DMX A and DMX B, and a full complement of local contact inputs and outputs for control assignment to the connected contact closure products.
- Each sACN universe patched displays with an icon that identifies whether the sACN universe is directionally configured as an input, output, or both.
The remaining control features; such as Mosaic Shows, Groups, Control Groups, Macros, Overrides, Triggers, Timed Events, Presets, Palettes, and Sequences, can affect all spaces and objects in the project; therefore they are listed independent of any specific sub-space in the Browser.

Tip: Control Groups, Overrides, and Triggers are available for use with an Advanced LightDesigner access level only.

Browser View in a Server Project

When the configuration is a server project, the Browser displays the entire server project plan including all projects, objects, and actions for the entire server project. Clicking on the server project node (i.e. "ETC" in this example which has a server project node icon ) displays the entire server project in the workspace.

Clicking on a project name node changes the Plan workspace to view only the contents of the selected project including all sub-spaces. Each project contains its own spaces, sub-spaces, processors, and objects.

Note: Clicking the expand icon found next to a project, space, or object node in the Browser expands that selection to view all of its contents.

Using the Browser

Use the Browser to navigate to and select an object for modification in the Property Editor. Range select many objects for modification at one using (Shift) + click. You can also copy and paste objects between spaces using the Browser.

Not only does the Browser function as a navigation tool for the project, but it also provides control interface for objects using the options available in context menus and indicates the state for many objects through the icons displayed.

For example, double-clicking on a station listed in the Browser while in Program/Simulate view displays that station in simulation. Alternatively, double-clicking on a wall listed in the Browser while in Program/Simulate view toggles the wall state and updates the icon displayed in the Browser to indicate the wall is split.

Sorting Browser Content

Browser tree contents can be reordered from the default sort using the sort features (Alphanumeric Sort, Reverse Alphanumeric Sort, or User Sort) found in the context menu.

Each category of content, such as Primary Spaces, Relays, Stations, Channels, Processors, sACN Universes, Groups, Control Groups, Macros, Overrides, Timed Events, Triggers, Sequences, Palettes, and Presets, all have their own individual sort capability.

Note: Channel, Processor and sACN universe reordering will not change their respective number or unique ID.

Using the Sort Feature

Right-click on the category title in the Browser and select the desired sort feature from the context menu.

Note: Setting a sort order in "Channels" for the "Conventionals" primary space as shown in the image below will not affect the sort order for "Channels" in any other category or primary space.

The "Default Sort" is the order in which the objects were created.
"Alphanumeric Sort" automatically rearranges the selected category numerically first (1, 2, 10,11) then alphabetically (A, a, B, b, etc.).

Sample of Alphanumeric Sort in Channels

"Reverse Alphanumeric Sort" automatically rearranges the selected category in reverse alphabet (Z-A), then reverse numeric (9-0).

Sample of Reverse Alphanumeric Sort in Channels

"User Sort" allows you to manually arrange the contents by clicking on an object and dragging it to a new location within the category. You can only arrange objects within its owned category.

Your defined "User Sort" is saved with the LightDesigner configuration file.

Note: Moving objects between spaces is only supported in the Plan workspace. Allow Moves Between Spaces for details.