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Timer & Performance Features

Master advanced timing features for professional performances. Perfect for timed sets, cue management, and performance coordination.

Performance Timers

Countdown Timers

Create synchronized countdown timers visible to your entire crew. Perfect for break timing, song introductions, and cue coordination.

Timer Features:

  • • Real-time Sync: All connected devices show the same countdown
  • • Visual & Audio Alerts: Customizable alerts at specific intervals
  • • Flexible Duration: Set timers from 30 seconds to 60 minutes
  • • Pause & Resume: Full control during unexpected delays
  • • Reset Capability: Instantly restart timers when needed

Common Timer Uses:

  • • Break intermissions (15-30 minutes)
  • • Song intro timing (10-30 seconds)
  • • Encore countdown (2-5 minutes)
  • • Sound check duration (5-15 minutes)
  • • Venue time limits (90-120 minutes)

Creating a Timer:

  1. 1. Open the timer panel (timer icon in footer)
  2. 2. Set your desired duration using + and - buttons
  3. 3. Choose alert preferences (visual, audio, or both)
  4. 4. Click "Start Timer" to begin countdown
  5. 5. Timer appears prominently on all connected devices
Pro Tip
Set up break timers before your performance starts. This allows smooth transitions without fumbling with controls during the show.
Crew Coordination
Timers help coordinate lighting technicians, sound engineers, and band members for perfectly timed cues.

Timer Controls & Management

Advanced Timer Controls

Take full control of your performance timing with comprehensive timer management features.

Start/Pause

Begin countdown or pause for unexpected delays. Resume exactly where you left off.

Reset

Instantly reset to original duration. Perfect for repeated breaks or extended timing.

Adjust

Add or subtract time while timer is running. No need to restart for small adjustments.

Timer Display Options:

Standard View
  • • Large countdown display
  • • Control buttons visible
  • • Progress bar indicator
  • • Time remaining in minutes:seconds
Full Screen Mode
  • • Maximum visibility for large venues
  • • Optimized for backstage monitors
  • • Essential controls only
  • • Clear from across the stage
Timer Synchronization
All timer controls sync instantly across devices. Any crew member can pause or adjust timers when necessary.

Performance View Optimization

Enhanced Performance Display

Optimized views for different performance scenarios and venue requirements.

Display Features:

  • • Large Text: Readable from across the stage
  • • High Contrast: Clear visibility in all lighting conditions
  • • Color Coding: Visual cues for different timer states
  • • Responsive Design: Adapts to screen size automatically
  • • Minimal Distractions: Clean interface focuses on essential info

Performance States:

Timer Running:
Timer Paused:
Timer Warning (< 1 min):
Timer Expired:

Optimizing for Your Venue:

  1. 1. Test visibility from the furthest performance position
  2. 2. Adjust screen brightness for venue lighting conditions
  3. 3. Position monitors where all crew members can see them
  4. 4. Use full-screen mode for maximum visibility
  5. 5. Consider multiple displays for large stages
Mobile Optimization
Performance view works perfectly on smartphones and tablets, allowing crew members to carry timing information anywhere on stage.

Integration with Live Features

Seamless Performance Integration

Timer features work seamlessly with all other Setflow live performance tools for complete show coordination.

Live Setlist Integration:

  • • Timers visible alongside current song information
  • • Automatic timer suggestions based on song durations
  • • Integrated with setlist progression tracking
  • • Seamless transition between songs and breaks

Messaging System Integration:

  • • Timer alerts can trigger automatic messages
  • • Crew notifications for timer milestones
  • • Combined timer and message displays
  • • Coordinated visual and text cues

Performance Workflow:

Pre-Show

Set break timers and sound check durations

Live Performance

Monitor timing while managing setlist

Intermission

Run countdown timers for audience and crew

Show End

Coordinate encore timing and wrap-up

Benefits
  • • Eliminates timing guesswork during performances
  • • Improves coordination between crew members
  • • Helps meet venue time requirements
  • • Reduces stress for performers and crew
Best Practices
  • • Test all timer features during sound check
  • • Assign timer responsibility to stage manager
  • • Use consistent timing for audience expectations
  • • Keep backup timing methods available

Troubleshooting & Tips

Common Issues & Solutions

Sync Issues:

Problem:

Timers not syncing across devices

Solution:

Refresh browser on affected devices. Check internet connection stability.

Visibility Issues:

Problem:

Timer hard to see in stage lighting

Solution:

Use full-screen mode and increase screen brightness. Position monitors strategically.

Performance Tips:

Before the Show
  • • Test all timer functions
  • • Verify sync across devices
  • • Position displays optimally
  • • Brief crew on timer signals
Best Results
  • • Use consistent break timing
  • • Coordinate with venue requirements
  • • Practice with timer cues
  • • Get crew feedback post-show