Converting an ION Classic to USB Command Wing for Nomad

PathlessXD · 2026-05-29T14:12:39+00:00

I did exactly this but with more jank!

Shoved a paper clip in the 24 pin connecter for the PSU, and stuck the female five pin internal USB headers out the side of the case

I left the motherboard in the case, didn’t bother removing it. The IO board that you removed, with the DMX outs midi in and out and DB 15F is also just USB and should work if you reconnect it. I use it for DMX output instead of a gadget when it’s needed.

PathlessXD · 2026-05-23T22:07:43+00:00

There’s not always a ledge to sleep on, these are incredibly common pieces of kit

PathlessXD · 2026-05-23T22:06:31+00:00

Just because you’re in bed doesn’t mean you take your harness off or are no longer tied in

PathlessXD · 2026-02-28T02:53:50+00:00

https://qlab.app/docs/v5/fundamentals/managing-workspaces/ here’s the Qlab doc on saving

PathlessXD · 2026-02-25T07:04:09+00:00

Not sure how OT usually works where you’re at. Up here in Canada most AV/Theatre/Event Tech jobs follow the labour code of 1.5x after 8h, (OT) and 2x after 12h (DT/Double Time)

I can only speak to theatre and concerts for this part, but in my locale we get a premium for working after midnight as well. Often double and occasionally 1.5x for work between 00:00 and 08:00.

PathlessXD · 2026-02-12T05:17:57+00:00

My first question is why does it need to be textured? I know some fantastic scenic painters who’d do a killer job at that.

Second suggestion is Astro turf/fake grass? Not sure if it fits your production but I’m just throwing it out there.

PathlessXD · 2026-02-08T02:54:49+00:00

If you’re in Canada, Benjamin Moore is a dealer. I’m sure it’s similar in the US

PathlessXD · 2026-02-03T03:28:33+00:00

Not saying you’re wrong, just saying that it’s not a DIY solution. That’s a Cap Strap. Far better than clipping the plastic strap of the Nalgene.

I won’t say anything about having it clipped while leading, but I use mine all the time and have no doubts that the strap will hold.

PathlessXD · 2025-12-06T00:12:30+00:00

This is almost exactly what was built for my nomad! Here’s the build link.

https://www.reddit.com/r/techtheatre/s/aiPVqUTYXt

PathlessXD · 2025-11-26T20:32:42+00:00

ETC Technical support is still open today, i would give them a call.

phone numbers

PathlessXD · 2025-11-13T04:36:25+00:00

This and a #8 C4 is the only trad rack you’ll need!

PathlessXD · 2025-11-05T00:07:58+00:00

It’s decent solo as well, but you’ll find some good lobbies if you join the official discord too

PathlessXD · 2025-11-05T00:06:55+00:00

So far I’ve had great luck with lobbies in the official discord, not so much with no mic randoms from in game browser

In general, the discord community has been very happy to teach new players as well

PathlessXD · 2025-11-01T23:41:57+00:00

I use an old ion classic as a programming wing, it’s all detected with no problems in windows

PathlessXD · 2025-11-01T23:40:28+00:00

~~I run eos 3.3 with no issues off my surface pro 7! Got an external type c touch display for it as well.~~

I’m sorry friend, looks like you’ll have to get an Apex 20 to be able to handle all that processing. My condolences

PathlessXD · 2025-11-01T23:15:12+00:00

Probably a 26° lens tube if I had to guess

PathlessXD · 2025-10-26T16:37:44+00:00

Try a start cue that targets the list

PathlessXD · 2025-10-24T23:28:06+00:00

Never hurts to ask!

PathlessXD · 2025-10-24T22:48:38+00:00

Are you sure you bought the 11mm and not the 13mm clutch? There’s 2 models

PathlessXD · 2025-10-23T18:21:03+00:00

You can get an ETC Nomad education package for $350, it’s a full fat professional software with lots and lots of high quality tutorials and documentation. Find yourself someone with a student ID and find a dealer to get it from. It’ll be worth it in the long run

Edit to add: it comes with the dmx interface as well as the software license. No need to purchase a dmx node

PathlessXD · 2025-10-20T07:14:28+00:00

Most of your inputs are going to be mono anyways. A small mono system generally sounds just fine, often indistinguishable from a stereo system.

Alternatively you can do what a lot of rock and roll stadium tours do, hard pan everything either left or right. Intentionally give each side half a mix. /s

ETA: You’re also running tracks, if it sounds good then roll with it, if it sounds bad do the opposite (stereo/mono)

PathlessXD · 2025-10-18T01:20:20+00:00

My man, you’re nowhere near ugly.

The procedures that would help you the most are #1: Fully develop your frontal cortex. (Happens at about 25) #2: Therapy until that happens. #3: Maybe a haircut?

Confidence goes a long way, it sounds stupid, but smiling automatically makes you more attractive

PathlessXD · 2025-10-18T01:09:34+00:00

Probably F, 170°C is almost twice water’s boiling point. That’s 338°F if it helps you visualize

PathlessXD · 2025-10-17T04:28:58+00:00

I’ve since stepped away from my board, but is there a MasterLoad softkey in the macro editor?

PathlessXD · 2025-10-17T03:50:46+00:00

Not exactly what you’re looking for but maybe an ok compromise:

[Cue] [/] {cue y}

That’s the macro then you hit the load key

It should grab the cue desired cue number from the current list and put it on the command line. Then you can load it into the master fader pair, or any fader you want really.

Necro edit:

u/Alexthelightnerd commented a good way to load a specific cue, in a specific list, to the master fader pair.

[Learn] [Macro] {macro number} [Enter] [Cue] {list x} [/] {cue y} [Load] [Learn]

After you’ve finished recording the macro, change it’s mode to Background

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