Appendix C Remote Processor Unit (Rpu); Overview; Hardware Setup - ETC ION Operation Manual

Appendix C
Remote Processor Unit (RPU)

Overview

This appendix outlines the setup and configuration of your Ion Remote Processor Unit (RPU). The
Ion RPU can be used as a primary, backup, or client processor in an Ion system (see
Riser, page 19). It can also be used for independent playback applications.
Ion RPU ships with the following:
• Remote Processor Unit
• USB Keyboard
• USB Mouse
• Rack Mount Hardware Kit
• IEC Power cords with varying connectors
• Dual-DVI video Y-adapter - (screen resolution of 1280x1024 required)
• DVI (male)-to-VGA (female) adapter

Hardware Setup

R e a r P a n e l
Hard Power
Switch
IEC Power
Connector
Step 1: Attach the appropriate IEC power cord to the power connector.
Step 2: Attach the dual DVI connector/Y-adapter to the DVI port. If you have VGA monitors,
attach the VGA adapters to the DVI adapter. Do not use the VGA connectors on the
back of the RPU.
N o t e :
Step 3: Connect the USB mouse and keyboard to the USB connectors. If you want to use a
PS2 mouse or keyboard (not provided), you may use the appropriate connectors on
the RPU.
Step 4: Attach a network ethernet cable to the ethernet port.
Step 5: Once all accessories have been connected, you may activate the hard power switch
on the rear panel.
C
Remote Processor Unit (RPU)
Monitor screen resolution must be at least 1280x1024.
Dual DVI
PS2 Mouse and Keyboard
Large System
Ethernet
USB
ports
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