Daktronics DataTime DF-1012, Installation And Operation Manual

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Introduction 1
Section 1: Introduction
This manual provides the necessary information to install and service a Daktronics DataTime ® DF-1012 Time &
Temperature display. Contact Daktronics Technical Support with questions before or during the installation process.
1.1 Safety Precautions
• Read and understand these instructions before installing the display.
• Do not drop the controller or allow it to get wet.
• Properly ground the display with a ground rod at the sign location.
• Disconnect power when the display is not in use.
• Disconnect power when servicing the display.
• Do not modify the display structure or attach any panels or coverings without the express written
consent of Daktronics.
Figure 1
shows a label found inside the display where the model number and power requirements are
located. When calling Daktronics
Customer Service, please have this
information available to ensure
that a request is serviced as
quickly as possible.
1.2 Product Overview
DataTime
®
Time & Temperature displays show temperatures in Fahrenheit or Celsius (three digits, degree
symbol, and F or C character) and 12- or 24-hour time.
These displays have the following features:
• LEDs illuminate numeric digits.
• Maximum power usage is 180 W using a 120 V power input.
• Cabinets are constructed of heavy-gauge aluminum.
• Digit faceplates are black and set directly into the surface of the display.
• Mounting weights and dimensions for each model are listed in
Section 2.1
of this manual.
• DataTime ® displays use a DM-100 handheld controller. See
Section 7
for operating instructions.
DataTime ® display model numbers - DF-1012-HH-C - are defined as follows:
ASSY NO.
SER. NO.
MFG DATE
201 DAKTRONICS DR.
BROOKINGS, SD 57006-5128
PHONE 800-325-8766
DAKTRONICS
LL-2306R01
Figure 1: Display Identification Label
DF-1012
= Outdoor Digit Display
HH
= Digit height in inches (10, 13, 18, 24)
C
= LED Color- R (Red) or A (Amber)