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  2. OpenSong - API

OpenSong

API

Communityv1.0.2
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OpenSong Control

This module contols the software OpenSong.

Available Actions

  • Next/Previous Slide
  • First/Last Slide
  • Next/Previous Section
  • Current Song Section - Chorus, Bridge, Prechorus, Tag
  • Current Song Verse - Input specific verse number
  • Change Screen Modes - Normal, Black, White, Freeze, Hide, Logo
  • Show/Hide Message
  • Close Presentation

Available Feedbacks

  • Current Screen Mode
  • Presentation Running

Available Variables

  • Current Song Title

Control of slides is achieved by the REST API from Opensong. Feedbacks use websockets.

Please enable this in settings in 'Settings -> System -> Automation API'

If Authentication key is left blank also leave it blank in the Companion instance configuration.

A Note on Connection

If connection to OpenSong is lost (e.g. OpenSong is closed), companion will attempt to reconnect the next time an OpenSong action is triggered.

Details

Manufacturer
OpenSong
Product
API
Latest Version
v1.0.2
Authors
Noah Callaway
Yuri Vidal
Contributors
krocheck(3)
Julusian(2)
NoahCallaway(2)
yurividal(2)
JeffreyDavidsz(1)

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