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    Karen Kennedy
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CMOS Settings wrong

Over the last few months I've noticed the time displayed on monitor is wrong.  I correct it in the settings and the next time I fire up the board it is wrong again.

This time on turning on ETC Ion the message CMOS Settings wrong CMOS Date/Time not set.  F1 setup F2 default.

The board is just over 12 months old.  Any suggestions?

 

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    The message means that the CMOS coin cell battery is exhausted, and so the clock isn't being kept running when the console is unplugged.

    It's a standard CR2032 lithium coin cell that you can find in most places.

    If you give your local ETC office a call with the console serial number we can talk you through replacing it or send you the instructions.
    As this battery should last many years, we can also send you a replacement coin cell free of charge if you would like.

  • 0 in reply to Richard

    Thanks Richard for such a prompt reply.  At least I know nothing serious is going to happen during a show.  We will get a new battery ASAP.

    We power off at the mains whenever the board is not in use - we are prone to thunderstorms and surges (although we have a surge board).  Is it advisable to keep it powered at the mains at all time?

     

     

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