Daktronics Galaxy AF-3080 Series, Display Manual

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Figure 4: Signal Converter
Signal Converter: The signal converter is a
Daktronics supplied unit that converts the
data from RS232 to RS422, or RS232 to fiber
optic signal. The signal converter is
connected to the control PC via straight
through serial cable.
Venus
®
1500: Daktronics designed,
Windows based software used to create and
edit messages on the display. Refer to
ED-
13530 for more information.
1.5 Daktronics Nomenclature
Figure 5: Module Numbering Example – 24x80 Front
To fully understand some Daktronics drawings, such
as schematics, it is necessary to know how those
drawings label various components. This information
is also useful when trying to communicate
maintenance or troubleshooting efforts.
Figure 6: Module Numbering
A module is the building block of the Galaxy sign.
Each module measures 4 pixels high by 4 pixels wide.
By placing modules side-by-side and on top of one
another, Daktronics can design and build signs of any
size. A person can easily remove individual modules
from the sign if required.
Figure 5 above illustrates
how Daktronics numbers modules on a Galaxy sign.
Figure 6 on the right breaks down the module
numbering method.
In addition, various Daktronics drawings may contain the following labeling formats:
•
“TB_ _” represents a termination block for power or signal cable
•
“F_ _” denotes a fuse
•
“E_ _” signifies a grounding point
•
“J_ _” indicates a power or signal jack
•
“P_ _” shows a power or signal plug for the opposite jack
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