How to Create a Command

Creating commands in Asta is a straightforward process that allows you to manage and automate tasks across your devices. This guide will walk you through the steps to create a command, name it, configure its settings, schedule it, and allocate devices for execution.

Step 1: Accessing the Commands List Page

To begin creating a command, navigate to the Commands List Page.

• Option 1: Click on the Add New button at the top-right corner and select File.
• Option 2: Right-click anywhere on the Commands List Page, hover over Add New, and select File.

Step 2: Naming Your Command

Once you’ve initiated the creation process, you’ll be prompted to name your command. Choose a descriptive name that clearly indicates the purpose of the command (e.g., “Mute Device” or “Restart CMS”).

• Enter the name in the provided field.
• Click Add to proceed.

After naming, you’ll be redirected to the Command Page for further configuration.

Step 3: Configuring the Command

In the Commands section of the Command Page, you can select the specific action your command will perform. The available options include:

• Turn Sound Off: Mutes the device.
• Turn Sound On: Unmutes the device.
• Restart CMS Application: Restarts the CMS application to resolve stability issues.
• Turn Player UI Off: Displays a black screen and disables player UI operations.
• Turn Player UI On: Reactivates the player UI.
• Adjust Player Brightness: Sets the device brightness (0-100%).
• Adjust Player Volume: Sets the device volume (0-100%).

Select the desired command from the dropdown menu and proceed to the next step.

Step 4: Scheduling the Command

The Scheduling section lets you specify when the command should execute. Here’s how to set it up:

• Set Start and End Dates: Define the dates during which the command will be active.
• Set Execution Time: Choose the exact time for the command to execute.
• Add Inclusions/Exclusions:
• Inclusions/Additions: Add specific times for the command to execute within the active period.
• Exclusions: Specify times to skip execution.

Step 5: Allocating Devices

In the Devices section, assign the devices where the command will execute:

• Available Devices: View a list of all devices organized in folders.
• Selecting Devices: Check the boxes next to the devices you want to include.
• Adding Devices: Click Add to move selected devices to the “Selected Devices” list.
• Removing Devices: Use the Remove button to exclude devices from the command.

Additional Tips

• Organize Commands: Use folders to group similar commands for better management.
• Monitor Device Status: Ensure devices are online before publishing commands.
• Avoid Overlapping Commands: Schedule commands carefully to prevent conflicts.