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ETC EchoTouch User Manual

ETC EchoTouch
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Part Number: 7186M1283-2.5.0 Rev: A
Released: 2018-11
EchoTouch
User Manual
v2.5.0
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ETC EchoTouch Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryControl Unit
Ethernet Ports1
Network ProtocolssACN, Art-Net
CommunicationEthernet
DMX PortsXLR 5-pin
Operating Temperature32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Summary

Introduction to EchoTouch

Help from ETC Technical Services

Provides contact details and information for obtaining technical assistance from ETC support.

Register Your Device

Instructions on how to register your ETC device to receive software updates and advisories.

Online User Forums

Information on how to join and participate in the ETC User Forum for community support and tips.

EchoTouch Overview and Interface

Zones

Explains what zones are, their types, and how they are used for fixture control.

Selected Zones

Describes how to select zones on the Zone Map for making changes to their values.

Zone Map

Details the Zone Map display and how to use it for zone selection and control.

Available Controls

Lists and describes the available controls for interacting with the Zone Map and zones.

Wheel Control

Explains the function of the wheel control for adjusting zone levels.

Clear Selection

Describes the function of the Clear Selection command to deselect zones.

Lockout Functionality

Explains the Lockout button functionality for controlling other Echo devices.

Pages and Layout

Describes pages as user-configurable displays for buttons, faders, and sequences.

Adding and Naming Pages

Instructions on how to add new pages and label or rename them.

Removing Pages

Describes the process of deleting a currently selected page.

Layout Mode for Customization

Details how to enter and use Layout Mode for customizing the display and pages.

Adding Items to Pages

Explains how to add items like faders, presets, or buttons to a page.

Editing and Removing Page Items

Guides on modifying existing item properties and removing items from a page.

Getting Started With Patching

Patching Overview

Introduces the Patch screen for assigning zones and DMX addresses to fixtures.

Adding Dimmers and Echo Zones

Describes how to patch single-address dimmers and Echo Zones using EchoConnect.

Patching Specific Zone Types

Step-by-step guide for patching Echo Zones with different types like Intensity or Color.

Patching Single-Address Devices

Details the process of patching single-address dimmers and other simple devices.

Duplicate Cell Utility

Explains how to duplicate a patched cell to place it elsewhere on the Zone Map.

Adding Complex Devices

Describes how to patch complex devices with multiple parameters using personalities.

Patching Multi-Address Devices

Step-by-step guide for patching multi-address devices using personalities.

RDM Protocol for Device Discovery

Explains the RDM protocol and its use in patching and device discovery.

Using the Identify Function

Describes the Identify function for locating RDM-capable devices during patching.

Loading Custom Fixture Profiles

Explains how to load custom fixture profiles for unsupported devices.

Viewing DMX Addresses and Zone Map

Describes how to view DMX addresses or the topographical Zone Map in the Patch screen.

Fixture Movement Inversion

Explains how to reverse pan and tilt directions and swap pan/tilt functions.

Removing Patched Items

Explains how to remove a zone from the patch list.

About RDM Protocol

Provides a detailed explanation of the RDM protocol and its capabilities.

Controlling Parameters and Fixture Attributes

Parameter Definition

Defines parameters as controllable features of an automated light, excluding intensity.

Parameter Control: All Parameters

Shows all available parameters for a selected light.

Parameter Control: Position

Details how to control position parameters like pan and tilt.

Nudge for Fine Parameter Control

Explains the Nudge function for fine-tuning position and color parameters.

Parameter Control: Color Mix

Describes how to control color mixing parameters for lights using the color picker.

Parameter Control: Beam

Covers control of beam parameters like iris, focus, and gobos.

Whites Color Mode

Details how to use the color picker in whites mode for shade selection.

Programming Color Chips

Explains how to program color chips with custom color mixes.

Parameter Control: Lamp Commands

Describes how to execute lamp commands like strike or douse for fixtures.

Parameter Control: Home Position

Explains how to send fixtures to their home positions.

Executing Home Commands

Details how to send specific parameter groups to their home positions.

Recording Your Looks For Playback

Recording Presets and Sequences

Explains the Record button for capturing presets and sequences.

Understanding Presets

Defines presets as collections of zone values for playback.

Re-recording Existing Presets

Details how to re-record an existing preset.

Multi Space Presets Functionality

Explains multi-space presets for controlling presets in multiple locations.

Creating Multi Space Presets

Step-by-step guide for creating multi-space presets.

Using the Off Button

Describes the Off button's function to set outputs to 0% level and home parameters.

System Settings and Setup

Setup Menu Overview

Lists the main functions available within the device's setup menu.

Settings Configuration Area

Explains where internal settings are stored and how they are arranged.

General Settings

Covers language, hardware model, software, and protocol versions.

Hardware Settings

Allows adjustment of DMX speed and touchscreen backlight.

Network Settings

Provides options for configuring the device's network settings.

Echo Specific Settings

Contains Echo-specific settings like Echo Space, passcode, and lockout control.

Display Settings

Allows configuration of inactivity time and behavior for the touchscreen.

Preset Timing Settings

Sets default timing for Presets and Off functions.

Showfile Management Operations

File Operations

Lists all filing operations like creating, saving, and opening show files.

Show File Specific Operations

Details operations specific to show files, including saving defaults and deleting.

Advanced File Management

Covers advanced file management tasks like importing settings and updating firmware.

Creating and Opening Show Files

Explains how to start a new show file and open an existing one.

Saving and Exporting Show Files

Details how to save the current show file and export it to a memory stick.

Deleting Show Files

Describes how to delete an existing show file from the device.

Managing Default Show Files

Saves the current show as the default or removes the default show.

Importing Settings

Describes how to import a settings file.

Updating Device Firmware

Explains how to update the device's main operating software.

Installing Extra Content

Details how to install extra data files like personalities or languages.

Exporting Device Logs

Explains how to export device log files to a USB drive.

Installing Language Packs

Guides on installing language packs from a USB drive.

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