This article will explain why you have received the Eon One Pros, various ways to use it and the best practices to maintain it.
Why did I receive two EON One Pros?
The Central Tech team has moved from the Fender Passports to Eon One Pros. We have worked with leadership to get two at every location. These speakers are a creative way for campus teams to create a fun and inviting atmosphere.
In the event of a power failure (or DSP failure) two Eon One Pros can be used to create a sound system in the auditorium. Click HERE for more info on emergency use.
In a non-emergency situation, the speakers can be used for all kinds of creative purposes.
Ideas for use! Creative and Emergency
We did a little brainstorming! It's important to us that the campus teams use these speakers as much as possible to get the most bang for the buck.
Here's a few ideas to get you started
- Auditorium PA during Power Outage (via battery)
- DJs in the Lobby or Outside.
- Outdoor events
- Outdoor speakers at entry locations
- ATM builds for specialized sound elements
- Anything else your creative brains can come up with! (just be safe)
ProTip: It's a great idea to sit down with the staff at your campus and create a plan for how to have a service if power goes out. The EON One Pros need to be a part of the plan, and we have provided a few documents in the section below to use as a guide.
Emergency Use? How does that work?
Practice makes perfect! Practice this process with your team regularly to ensure that everyone is versed on getting these Eon One Pros setup as an emergency PA.
Best Practices - Important!
THESE HAVE BATTERY BACKUP!
It is VERY IMPORTANT to keep these speakers plugged in while sitting in storage!
These speakers are available for emergency use. They will play audio for up to 8 hours on battery backup. The Tech Team has used these suckers in our warehouse for years and we love them!
Bluetooth
The second most useful feature of the EON One Pro is the ability to use bluetooth from any compatible device. Yes, they have professional level XLR and ΒΌ Inch connectors but we see bluetooth as the most flexible!
Height is not required!
Each unit has two extensions to add height to the speakers. This is great if you are trying to throw sound really far and over people's heads. However, if you are using these for an ATM build you don't have to use the two extensions. This allows you to keep the profile small and easily hidden in your ATM props.
Microphones, Guitars, Keyboards, Ukuleles!
Serious! Set these guys up in the lobby and use them for your Christmas concert. Yes, there are limited numbers of inputs but get creative!
The MOST POWERFUL ever... Not really!
These speakers are not the most powerful portable setup. We strategically believe they will serve their purpose and can get PLENTY loud without getting crazy!
Be mindful when outdoors! You might not have outdoor speakers on your building for a strategic reason to minimize opportunity to upset a neighbor so please be mindful. If you do choose to use them outside, point them away from houses or just keep the volume at a reasonable level.
Reach out for help!
Our team is ready to support your Eon One Pro questions! If you have any questions, hang ups or exciting wins using the Eon One Pros, please let us know by emailing [email protected], reaching out in the 911 Weekend Support Channel on Teams, or calling the Tech Helpdesk using Dialpad.