Introduction

Chapter 1 Introduction

This manual covers the installation and operation of lighting systems containing ETC’s Express 24/48, Express 48/96 and Express 72/144 control consoles operating with version 3.03 system software. The differences between these consoles is shown under Appendix F Specifications, page 347. Throughout the manual, all three consoles are referred to as Express unless a distinction is necessary.

Chapter one includes information to orient you to the console and the manual. It includes the following sections:

• Using this manual • Using Help • Text conventions • Navigation and visual feedback • Output level conventions • Moving light concepts and terms • The Only command • Using the trackpad • Electronic backup maintenance • Troubleshooting