ETC Ion 1000

This ETC Ion 1000 console shows signs of wear but is in good working condition. It has been upgraded to Windows 7 for EOS 3.0 Software support.

The ETC Ion 1000 is a compact Eos-family lighting control console designed for small venues and space-limited control booths, while still providing fully integrated control of conventional and moving lights. With a 19-inch-wide footprint, Ion fits easily into tight FOH positions, classrooms, houses of worship, clubs, and black box theaters without sacrificing professional programming and playback tools.

Hands-On Programming and Playback

Ion includes a programming keypad, dedicated encoders for non-intensity parameters, and an integral LCD for softkeys and parameter control. A dedicated grand master and blackout switch provide immediate show control, and the dedicated master playback fader pair plus master split fader support flexible operation during live performances.

Show Control Capacity and Organization

Built for robust cueing and repeatable looks, Ion supports 999 cue lists and 200 active playbacks, along with 300 submasters (with paging controls). It also offers extensive organization tools, including 4 x 1000 palettes (Intensity, Focus, Color, Beam) and 1000 presets, effects, and macros. User-configurable channel summary or table views are available in live/blind, plus blind spreadsheet views for detail-oriented editing.

Expandability, Networking, and Compatibility

For more tactile fader control, Ion can host up to six USB fader wings (1x20, 2x10, and 2x20). The console supports one or two external high-resolution DVI monitors (including touchscreen options) for a larger workspace. It is ETCNet2 and Net3 native, RDM ready, and provides 2 x DMX512 outputs for direct fixture control. Client/server networking and synchronized backup support multi-station workflows.

Ion supports offline programming on PC (Windows 7 or XP) and is native on Macintosh (Intel). Show files are compatible with Eos and Element, and data import is supported from ETC Obsession, Express/ion, Emphasis, Congo, and Strand show files via ASCII. Optional connectivity includes Artnet and Avab UDP.

Integration and I/O for Installed and Touring Systems

Designed to integrate into a variety of rigs, Ion includes MIDI In/Out (with additional time code functions via external gateways), contact closure triggers, audio in/out, phone remote control, and a multipurpose USB bus for common peripherals and storage.