ETC Ion - Theatre Uwinnipeg

USB Ports
One USB port is provided on the front of the console to connect any USB storage device. An
additional four USB ports on the rear panel of the console can be used to connect peripherals such
as an alphanumeric keyboard, pointing device, or touchscreen control for external monitors.
Encoders
Encoders and the LCD (see below) for control of non-intensity parameters are provided at the top
center of the console. The four encoders are pageable controls, which are populated on the LCD
with the parameters used in your show.
The encoders can also be used to enter information into your patch.
LCD
This display accompanies the CIA as an additional user interface. This LCD offers you softkeys,
encoder information, and an additional view of the command line.
Load
The load button is located above the fader pair at the bottom of the LCD and is used to load the
specified cue.
Control Keypad
The control keypad area is divided into three general sections including record targets, numeric
keypad and modifiers, and special function controls.
Level Wheel
Proportionally adjusts intensity for selected channels. It also provides scrolling and zoom functions
in various modes.
Navigation Keypad
Used for quick access to the live and blind displays, format, paging, and navigation within displays.
Parameter Category/ Encoder Page Buttons
Parameter buttons are used to select parameter categories and change encoder pages.
IEEE Ethernet 802.3 Ethernet Port
Ethernet port for connection to a network switch, network gateways, and accessory devices.
Littlites ®
You may connect a Littlite to the side of your Ion console.
Cleaning Ion
Should the exterior or LCD of your Ion require cleaning, you may gently wipe them with a
dampened (not dripping), non-abrasive paper towel or soft cloth.
If this does not clean the console sufficiently, you may apply some window cleaner (containing
ammonia is fine) to the cloth and repeat the process until clean.
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