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Black Keyword

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Version 2.5

To enter the Black keyword in the command line, use one of the options:

  • Press MA + <<<
  • Type Black
  • Type the shortcut Bla

Description

Black is a playback keyword that is used to temporarily override the master level to zero on executing objects. 

For more information on how to assign executors see Assign Objects to an Executor. 

Hint:
If you press and hold an executor, this playback keyword will directly interact with a sequence or preset. Additionally, it can also be used with pool objects:
  1. Enter the keyword in the command line. 
  2. Tap and hold the pool object.
  3. The action will be applied as long as you keep holding the pool object.

Syntax

Black (On or Off) [Object] ["Object_Name" or Object_Number]

Examples

  • To override the master level of executor 201 to zero, type:
User name[Fixture]>Black On Executor 201 

 

  • To return the master level of executor 201 to the master fader, type:
User name[Fixture]>Black Off Executor 201

For information on the key and its location see <<<[GoFastBackward] | Black key.