Chapter 5 Advanced techniques
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Lesson 6
Working with subroutines
A subroutine is a cue that controls the playback of a series of existing cues
. The
subroutine feature lets you change fade rates for the subroutine without chang-
ing rates in the original cues
.
You can use subroutines and effects to create similar looks
. However, subrou-
tines have some advantages over effects
. Since each step of a subroutine is a
cue with proportional levels, you can create loops or chases with proportional
looks.
Also, since subroutine steps are actual cues, there is no limit to the number of
channels you can use.
Styles
The following playback styles are available for subroutines. Styles are entered as
steps. When the subroutine plays back, the steps play back in numeric order,
until the subroutine reaches a style step. The style step then determines which
step will play back next.
Loop
Runs through cues, returns to first step, and repeats sequence for the number
of times you specify.
Bounce
Runs through cues in forward, then in reverse order. Plays back in this pattern
for the number of times you specify.
Jump to cue
Automatically starts another cue not included in the subroutine. You can jump to
any type of cue: regular, subroutine or effect.
Hold for Go
Runs through cues until cue with hold for go command. Subroutine pauses until
you press [Go].
