Daktronics AF-3112-34-R,A User Manual

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Introduction 1-4Radio Network The Radio network is a standard communication method that uses radio waves at high frequencies to transmit signal. The

1.5 Component Identification The following illustrations depict some of the more commonly accessed Galaxy® display components. Because Daktronics occa

Mirror: The second display in a Primary-Mirror configuration that does not have a controller. All signal information to the display is received though

1.6 Daktronics Nomenclature Figure 5: Numbering Example - 24x80 Front To fully understand some Daktronics drawings, such as schematics, it is nece

Introduction 1-8• “W-_ _ _ _” represents a wire or cable. Cables may also carry the assembly numbering format in certain circumstances. This is espe

Mechanical Installation 2-1Section 2: Mechanical Installation Note: Daktronics does not guarantee the warranty in situations where the display is no

There are nutserts provided on the back of the display for mounting of the display to a structure. Use all the provided mounting nutserts when mounti

Mechanical Installation 2-3If removing the eyebolts, adequately seal the holes using bolts and sealing washers, ½ inch in size. Silicone along the th

ED7244 Copyright 1996-2001 Rev. 4 – 14 March 2001 Daktronics, Inc. Eyebolts Almost every display that leaves Daktronics is equipped with eyebolts f

ED-14212 Product 1301 Rev 0 – 19 January 2004 DAKTRONICS, INC. Copyright © 2004 All rights reserved

Copyright 1996-2001 ED-7244 Daktronics, Inc. Rev. 4 – 14 March 2001 A B C D E No. Min. Proof Load (lbs.) Min. Break Load (lbs.) Stocked Min. Ef

Electrical Installation 3-1 3: Section Electrical Installation Only a qualified individual should terminate power within this Daktronics display or s

3. Phoenix™-Style Connectors: Phoenix-style connectors, which are usually green, are often used for signal termination on circuit boards. Refer to Fig

Electrical Installation 3-33.2 Control Cable Requirements RS232 A quick connect cable for an RS232 display will connect from the communication enclo

Display Enclosures In each communication method, the final termination will be from a provided weather resistant enclosure to the display. Note the

The Cat-5 cable used is an eight-conductor cable that has a special configuration for use. See Section 3.7 for the signal cable configuration. 3.4 Con

4. An enclosure receives the signal from the control computer and transfers it to the display controller. The controller receives the incoming signal

Figure 19: Ground Conductor The material of an earth-ground electrode differs from region to region and from conditions present at the site. Consu

Figure 20: Installation with Ground and Neutral Conductors Provided Power Connection Reference Drawings: Schem, AF-3112-8-32X***-34-Mono-PM...

3.7 Signal Termination from Network to Display Reference Drawing: Schem, AF-3112-8-32X***-34mm-Mono-PM...Drawing C-200002 The AF-3112 is

List Of Figures iTable of Contents Section 1: Introduction...1-1 1.

Figure 22: RS232 Enclosure Connection RS422 Reference Drawings: System Riser Diagram, RS422 Comm. Box ... Drawing A-199144 A RS422

Note: The cable from the enclosure to the display can be routed though conduit, or should be secured to prevent being pulled loose from the display b

Modem Reference Drawings: System Riser Diagram, Modem Comm. Box... Drawing A-199218 A modem-controlled display requires the use of an in

Figure 26: Modem Phone Line Termination Enclosure Fiber Optic Reference Drawings: System Riser Diagram Fiber Comm. Box Term ...Drawing A-1872

1. Mount the enclosure within 30 feet of the display. 2. Route fiber optic cable to the enclosure. Two fibers are required. 3. Connect the fiber at

Figure 29: Radio Display Layout Note: The cable from the Client radio to the display can be routed though conduit, or should be secured to prevent

3.8 Signal Termination Between Two (or More) Signs RS422 Interconnection The Primary – Mirror quick connect cable is used to terminate signal between

Section 4: Maintenance and Troubleshooting Important Notes: 1. Power must be turned off before any repair or maintenance work is done on the displ

4.2 Signal Summary 1. Data from the control computer, which runs Venus 1500 software, travels via RS232, RS422, modem, fiber optic cable, radio signa

4.4 Service and Diagnostics Reference Drawings: F. Assy, AF-3112-2480-34...Drawing B-200259 Schem, AF-3112-8-3

List Of Figures ii RS422 Interconnection ...3-16 3.9 First Time Operation...

Transformer and RFI Filter Reference Drawings: Assy, Electrical Plate, AF-3112-*****-34mm... Drawing A-200282 Schem, AF-3112-8-32X***-34m

Controller Reference Drawings: Controller, Galaxy, 8-conn, J1087 ...Drawing B-177838 The controller sends data to the mod

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4-6Controller Address Settings Upper Lower Address 0 0 Test Mode 0 1 1 0 2 2 0 3 3 0 4 4 0 5 5 0 6 6 0 7 7 0

Product Board LED Color Function Operation DS1 Green +5V On when +5V power supply is functioning. DS2 Green +3.3V On when +3.3V power suppl

Power Supplies The LED power supplies are identified as A-1591 or A-1633. Complete the following steps to remove a power supply from the display: 1.

The modem board also has several input and output jacks: 1. J3 is the power input for 12VAC 2. TB2 is a phoenix connector to terminate the Tip and

RS422 Surge Suppressor If a surge board was included with the display, it is located inside the RS422 enclosure mounted at the display. Refer to the

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4-114.6 Thermostats A thermostat controls when the ventilation fans are turned on in the display. Refer to Figure 34

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4-124.9 Troubleshooting This sub-section contains some symptoms that may be encountered in the displays. This list do

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4-134.10 Initialization Operation Information Every time the display is operated, the display will run through an in

List Of Figures iiiList of Figures Figure 1: Drawing Label ...

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4-14Signal Converter (RS232/Fiber) 0A-1127-0239 Quick Connect Cable from Enclosure: • QC Enclosure Cable (RS232, F

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4-15damaged due to acts of nature or causes other than normal wear and tear., fill out and If you do not ship the d

Appendix A: Reference Drawings A-1Appendix A: Reference Drawings Refer to Section 1.1 for information on reading drawing numbers. The following dra

List Of Figures iv Figure 37: Removing a Module...4-7

Introduction 1-1Section 1: Introduction 1.1 How to Use This Manual This manual explains the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a Dak

Figure 1 below illustrates the Daktronics drawing label. The drawing number is located in the lower-right corner of the drawing. Listing the last set

Introduction 1-31.3 Network Concepts The concept of using LED displays as a cost effective, high impact method of communication is rapidly growing th