ETC Ion Operation Manual page 23

Console Components
This section discusses the various console components that were called out in the geography sec-
tion.
Power Button
USB Ports
External Monitors
Control Keypad
Navigation Keypad
Fader Control Buttons
Grandmaster and Blackout
Level Wheel
Master Playback Controls
Encoders on Ion
Parameter and Category Buttons
Load Buttons
Ethernet Ports
Littlites®
Outputting DMX
Power Button
The power button on the front of the console is used to power up or power down. A separate hard
power switch, located on the rear panel, can be used to disconnect power from the console's
internal components.
CAUTION:
ware, Displays>Power Off Device, before disconnecting power from the console.
WARNING:
and disconnect the power cord completely.
USB Ports
One USB port is provided on the front of the console to connect any USB storage device. Additional
USB ports on the rear panel of the console connect peripherals such as an alphanumeric keyboard,
pointing device, or touchscreen control for external monitors.
CAUTION:
External Monitors
Ion can support up to 2 monitors, either 2 DVI monitors or 1 display port and 1 DVI.
Console Overview
It is recommended that you safely power down the console through the soft-
Before servicing your console, you must switch off the power on the rear panel
The USB ports cannot be used for charging devices such as cell phones.
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