Automation & remote control
Web Controller
Control permitted production actions from a browser or mobile device.
Before you start
Select the intended collection or item before changing its settings.
Where to find it
Tools > Web Controller.
Use it
- Enable Web Controller.
- Choose Port.
- Require username and password and set them.
- Choose permissions for status, layouts, scenes/transitions, and output.
- Choose Save.
- Copy URL and open it on the intended trusted device.
- Sign in and use the permitted controls.
Controls and additional tasks
Browser traffic is not encrypted; use a trusted local network. Disable output permission if the controller should only cue scenes. Existing passwords remain until replaced. Service Status shows state after the last save. Closing without Save leaves the saved configuration unchanged.
Control reference
| Control | Use |
|---|---|
| Enable Web Controller | Turn this option on or off for this item. |
| Port | Network port used for the selected connection. |
| URL | Set url for this item. |
| URL | Copy URL |
| Require username and password | Turn this option on or off for this item. |
| Username | Account/user name required for this connection. |
| Username | Copy username |
| Password | Protected access password for this connection. |
| Generate Password | Generate password. |
| Copy Password | Copy password. |
| View status and scene list | Turn this option on or off for this item. |
| Open, close, and switch layouts | Turn this option on or off for this item. |
| Control scenes and transitions | Turn this option on or off for this item. |
| Start and stop output | Turn this option on or off for this item. |
| Details | Show details. |
| Save | Save the edited settings. |
| Close | Close this window. |
Example
Give a stage assistant scene control without output start/stop access.
Additional workflow details
Use this controller on a trusted local network. Browser traffic is not encrypted. Protect access with the offered Basic authentication and limit the permitted inspection/commands. Retained passwords remain in place until replaced.
Related pages
Configure shortcuts and controllers · Keyboard shortcuts · Menu reference · Manual contents