How to Configure Loudspeaker Station and Automation in Turniero
Step-by-step guide: connect audio output, select Piper TTS voices, enable automated match calls, and manage the announcement queue.
The Turniero Loudspeaker Station turns any web browser into an automated arena announcement system. Follow these practical steps to configure and run it on tournament day.
1. Connect your laptop to the venue sound system
Connect your laptop to the hall mixer or PA amplifier using a 3.5mm audio jack, HDMI or Bluetooth. Adjust baseline volume levels and test audio playback.
2. Launch the loudspeaker station in the dashboard
Navigate to Automation & Announcements in the tournament dashboard. Click Start Station Now. Web browsers require a user interaction before playing audio; clicking this button arms the queue playback.
3. Select your Piper TTS voice
In speech settings, select your preferred Piper TTS model. Natural voice options include Thorsten or Eva for German, and Lessac or Ryan for English. Run a quick audio test to verify pronunciation and volume.
4. Enable automated table calls
In the Tournament Flow & Automation panel, turn on automatic table assignment and automated match calls. Whenever a table becomes free and a match is ready, Turniero queues and speaks the call automatically.
5. Leverage bilingual announcements
If English is set as the player language in the participant directory, Turniero automatically generates bilingual announcements in both German and English without manual intervention.
6. Manage the queue, recalls, and emergency broadcasts
The queue drawer provides real-time visibility into pending, active, and played announcements:
- Recalls: Click recall on an active match to place an urgent call at the front of the queue.
- Templates: Select pre-built messages such as warm-up endings, dress-code guidelines, or trophy presentations.
- Custom text: Type urgent custom messages for instant synthesis and speech playback.
