Syntax
| Command | Description | Return Value |
|---|---|---|
Disable |
Disables the selected object(s) | The number of objects disabled |
Abbreviation
DIS
Description
The Disable command disables the currently selected object(s). The Disable command can be used with many types of objects, including Buttons, Channels, Contacts, Effects, Groups, Playbacks, Stations, and Universes. Disable has the opposite effect as Enable.
The following table shows the various effect of enabling or disabling an object:
| Object | When Enabled | When Disabled |
|---|---|---|
| Buttons | Responds to presses normally | Does not trigger any actions |
| Channels | Channel(s) contribute to playback | Channel(s) do not contribute to playback |
| Contacts | Responds to closures normally | Does not trigger any actions |
| Effects | Modifies channels in the playback | Does not modify channels in the playback |
| Groups | Channel(s) contribute to playback | Channel(s) do not contribute to playback |
| Playbacks | Playback(s) contribute to output | Playback(s) do not contribute to output |
| Stations | Station(s) operate normally | Station(s) power down |
| Universes | Normal broadcast from universe | No broadcast from universe |
Examples
Button 1 Disable
Disables button 1.
Channel 1>10 Disable
Disables channels 1 thru 10.
Playback 3 Disable
Disables playback 3.
Station 7 Disable
Disables station 7. The station will power-off.
Universe 1+7 Disable
Disables universes 1 and 7.
See Also
Button, Channel, Contact, Disable, Enable, Group, Lock, Playback, Station, Unlock, Universe