🎶 Setting Up AutoDJ in SL-DJ

This guide walks you through how to add music files, create playlists, and schedule playback using AutoDJ in the SL-DJ Portal.

📂 1. Uploading Music Files

1. Log into your SL-DJ Station Portal.
2. Click your Station Name on the dashboard.
3. Go to Media from the sidebar.
4. Click Upload and drag & drop MP3/OGG/AAC files, or browse your computer.
5. Organize media using folders if needed (e.g., Genres or Shows).

📜 2. Creating a Playlist

1. Go to Playlists from the station sidebar.
2. Click Create Playlist.
3. Enter a name (e.g., “Top 40”, “Night Mix”).
4. Choose a playlist type:
   • General Rotation – random rotation (used during AutoDJ default).
   • Scheduled – plays at specific times.
   • Once per Hour – inject a jingle/song once every hour.
   • Advanced – fine-grained custom rules.
5. Save the playlist.
6. Click the playlist name, then Add Songs to assign your uploaded media.

⏰ 3. Scheduling a Playlist

1. Open your playlist and go to the Schedule tab.
2. Click Add Schedule.
3. Select the days and time range you want the playlist to be active.
4. Choose whether it should repeat weekly or daily.
5. Click Save.
6. Ensure that your AutoDJ is enabled under Broadcasting.

⚙️ 4. Useful Tips

• 📁 Keep music organized by folders to simplify playlist creation.
• 🕒 Prioritize Scheduled Playlists to override General Rotation during key times.
• 🔁 Use "Once per Hour" to schedule station jingles or hourly IDs.
• ✅ Test playlists by forcing AutoDJ restart under Broadcasting.
• 📊 Use the Reports or Playback History to evaluate playlist performance.

💡 Pro Tip

Mix different playlist types for a dynamic experience — for example, use General Rotation for background music, Scheduled for live-style shows, and Once per Hour for branding.