AJA IoXT - Manual (Page 11)

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Chapter 2: Installation
Installation Overview
The installation and set up of an Io XT is very simple. The steps of installation and
configuration are outlined here and each of these steps are explained in greater detail on
the remaining pages of this chapter:
1. Unpack the shipping box (see " What’s In The Box? on page 8" .)
2. If not previously installed on your Thunderbolt equipped computer, ensure that
appropriate application software is installed as detailed in its user documentation.
3. For latest System Compatibility and Software Version information for Io XT visit:
http://www.aja.com/en/products/io-xt/#/overview
4. Install the latest AJA Io XT software on your computer from the AJA website:
http://www.aja.com/en/products/io-xt/#support
Start by installing the Io XT driver package with AJA Control Panel and then finally install
any AJA plug-ins for 3rd-party software.
5. Connect a Thunderbolt cable between the computer and the Io XT.
6. Power the Io XT (AC supply or battery) and turn on the unit using the power button
on the front.
7. Cable the system audio and video sources, VTR, audio monitor,
and video monitor.
8. When you run the AJA Control Panel, you’ll notice that the Io XT is auto-discovered as
long as it is properly cabled and powered up.
9. Please read the AJA Control Panel operation section of this manual. (The latest
version can be downloaded from the support page provided in step 4 above.)