AJA IoExpress - Manual (Page 16)

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Connecting to your Computer
1. With your computer off, install the PCIe adapter card (desktop) or Express card
(laptop).
Caution: Always have power off when connecting any device to the PCIe bus.
Note: Refer to your PC manufacturer’s documentation for installing a PCIe card or Express
card.
2. Connect the PCIe tether cable between Io Express PCIe port and the PCIe adapter.
3. Assemble the Power Adapter and cable and connect to the Io Express 12V Power
connector.
4. Connect your desired Video I/O, Audio monitoring, reference, and machine control
cables. (Refer to Cabling the System following.)
5. Connect the Power Supply to AC power and turn on Io Express using the front power
switch.
Important: For correct performance, always power Io Express before starting your
computer and power down your computer before powering down Io Express.
Ensure that the third-party editing software you are using has been installed before
proceeding to the installation of Io Express software. It is always a good idea to verify you
have the most up-to-date release of your AJA software by checking the AJA support site.
Io Express Connections