To merge an external log file into PlayIt Live, you need to set up three components: the external log file itself, a Merge External Log File action, and Merge Start and Merge End items in your clocks.

First, ensure your traffic software (such as Ad Master) generates .pipl files in a consistent location like C:\MergeLogs with a date pattern such as 2025-08-11.pipl. The file should contain lines with a start time and content ID separated by a tab.

Next, set up the Merge External Log File action by going to Manage then Scheduled Events and adding a new scheduled event, or by adding it directly to the playout log. Configure the Folder path, Date Pattern, Merge Type (typically Day), and Hour Offset (typically 0).

Finally, insert Merge Start and Merge End items in your clocks where you want the external content to appear. When the merge action runs, PlayIt Live will read the .pipl file and insert the content between these markers.