What is a block and what is it for?
A Block is a specific time interval where the contained assets are defined by specific parameters (principally 'type' and 'duration'). A block is divided into different segments and each segment has its individual allowances. The use of blocks is very useful for creating templates which will improve the scheduling process, by allowing the station to carry out a semi-automatic or fully-automatic scheduling process according to its needs.
The Block Editor
Etere Block Editor allows both the creation of new blocks and the management of existing blocks. The main screen is divided into two panels, the left panel lists all existing blocks (Available Time Blocks) and the right panel lists the content of any selected block (i.e. the segments that make-up the block and other information related with the selected block) are displayed.
•List of blocks: Displays all the blocks (that are not expired).
•Block Editor: Allows to edit a block previously loaded from the "List of blocks" panel.
•Menu and toolbar: Available key functions related to the visualization of the list of blocks as well as the management of the editor.
NB: Please note that it is possible to modify blocks that are already placed into the weekly schedule.
Note: The blocks in the past cannot be delete from, or insert inside the Schedule. Error messages would be prompted if the action is attempted.