Daktronics Galaxy AF-3500 Series Double Face User Manual

201 Daktronics Drive PO Box 5128 Brookings, SD 57006tel 800-843-5843 fax 605-697-4700www.daktronics.comGalaxy® AF-3500 SeriesDouble FaceInstallatio

6 Power Installation3.3 Power RequirementsInstall this display according to all applicable local and national electrical codes. This includes proper

Power Installation 7Important Points About Grounding• Resistance to ground 10 ohms or less: This is required by Daktronics for proper display perfor

8 Power InstallationFor Displays With Internal Power TerminationTerminating single-phase power to the internal power termination panel:1. Open the d

Signal Installation Overview 9Section 4: Signal Installation OverviewFor specific details on installing the communications, consult the quick guide

Start-Up Procedure 11Section 5: Start-Up Procedure Before starting up the display, review this checklist to ensure that all parts are ready to opera

Maintenance 13Section 6: Maintenance Important Notes: Power must be turned OFF before any repair or maintenance work is done on the display. Only a q

14 Maintenance 6.2 Internal Display AccessAccess the display interior to perform maintenance or troubleshooting by removing the front modules.1. Dis

Maintenance 15Frequency of InspectionCheck fans every time the display is opened or at a minimum of once every three months. Check more often if the d

DD1420669Product 1473Rev 6—30 July 2014Complete the chart with specific information about this display so the details are readily available when calli

16 Maintenance 6.4 Display Face CleaningWet Cleaning Process1. Turn off power to the display.2. Mix a mild, non-abrasive, non-petroleum-based deter

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 17Section 7: Diagnostics and TroubleshootingImportant Notes: Disconnect power when servicing the display. Only quali

18 Diagnostics and TroubleshootingCommon MisconceptionsBlank display seen after boot-upA blank display is normal after the boot-up procedure. When fi

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 19Entire display fails to work• Check the breakers in the building connected to main power source.• Check the break

20 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting• Replace the temperature sensor.Testing DisplaysStart and stop the test pattern• Refer to the Venus 1500 softwar

Parts Replacement 21Section 8: Parts ReplacementImportant Notes: Disconnect power when servicing the display. Only qualified service personnel shoul

22 Parts ReplacementNotes:• Weather stripping on the back edge of the module must be in good condition and returned to its proper position to preven

Parts Replacement 23Controller Address SettingThe rotary switches set the hardware address which the software uses to identify each particular displa

24 Parts Replacement2. Remove the module directly in front of the appropriate power supply.3. Disconnect the Mate-n-Lok® connectors from the power

Daktronics Exchange and Repair & Return Programs 25Section 9: Daktronics Exchange and Repair & Return Programs9.1 Exchange ProgramThe Daktr

Table of Contents iTable of ContentsSection 1: Overview of the Displays ...

26 Daktronics Exchange and Repair & Return Programs9.2 Repair & Return ProgramFor items not subject to exchange, Daktronics offers a Repair

Glossary 27GlossaryCabinet: The metal frame of the display (back, sides, top, and bottom).Column: A vertical line of pixels.Controller: The “brains” o

Appendix A: Reference Drawings 29Appendix A: Reference DrawingsShop drawings show display dimensions, signal and power connection locations, as well

Appendix B: Temperature Sensor Installation (DD2638167) 31Appendix B: Temperature Sensor Installation (DD2638167)Click here to open the temperature

Appendix C: International Installation 33Appendix C: International InstallationThe biggest difference between domestic and international application

Appendix D: Maintenance Log 35Appendix D: Maintenance LogInspection Item: Date performed:General: Exterior Visual InspectionGeneral: Interior Visual

ii Table of Contents6.5 Annual Inspection ...

Appendix E: Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability (SL-2374) 37Appendix E: Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability (SL-02374)Click

Overview of the Displays 1Section 1: Overview of the DisplaysThis manual provides installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting information to help

2 Overview of the DisplaysFigure 2 shows the front and side views of a typical display. Figure 3 shows a simplified diagram of basic display set-up.F

Mechanical Installation 3Section 2: Mechanical InstallationRead the Mechanical, Power and Signal Installation sections before installing the display

4 Mechanical Installation2.3 Display MountingTo maintain the structural integrity of the display cabinet, keep a 90-degree angle between the cabinet

Power Installation 5Section 3: Power InstallationOnly a qualified individual should terminate power and signal cable at this Daktronics display.All