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3.11 Initial Operation

When first operated, the display will run through an initialization in which it will
display the following:

Output Test (DDDs)

Product Name (Galaxy)

Display Size (Row x Column)

Firmware Number (

ED-10134

)

Firmware Revision (Rev X.XX)

COM1 Configuration (C1: V15/RTD)

COM Configuration (C2: None)

Line Frequency

Hardware Address (HW:XX)

10.

Software Address (SW:XX)

11.

Display Name

12.

Modem (If modem is present)

Electrical Installation

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Summary of Contents for Galaxy AF-3080 Series

Page 1: ...68 mm Series AF 3080 Display Manual ED 13620 Rev 0 16 September 2003 PO Box 5128 331 32nd Ave Brookings SD 57006 Tel 605 697 4034 or 877 605 1113 Fax 605 697 4444 www daktronics com e mail helpdesk d...

Page 2: ...ibility for errors or omissions No part of this book covered by the copyrights hereon may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means graphic electronic or mechanical including photocopying ta...

Page 3: ...sign 2 1 2 3 Ventilation Requirements 2 2 2 4 Lifting the Sign 2 2 2 5 Sign Mounting 2 3 2 6 Optional Temperature Sensor Mounting 2 4 Section 3 Electrical Installation 3 1 3 1 Common Connectors in the...

Page 4: ...ary 4 2 4 5 Display Access 4 2 4 6 Service and Diagnostics 4 3 Line Filter 4 4 Modules Display boards and Drivers 4 4 Controller 4 6 Modem 4 8 Fiber Board 4 9 RS422 Surge Suppressor 4 9 Power Supplies...

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Page 6: ...3 1 Figure 15 Mate n Loc Connector 3 2 Figure 16 Fiber Optic Cable 3 2 Figure 17 RJ11 Connector 3 2 Figure 18 6 Conductor RJ11 Connector and Cable 3 3 Figure 19 Flipped Cable with RJ Connectors 3 3 Fi...

Page 7: ...nation Box 4 4 Figure 35 Driver Board 4 5 Figure 36 Driver to Module Configuration 4 5 Figure 37 Controller 4 6 Figure 38 Modem Board 4 8 Figure 39 Modem 4 8 Figure 40 Fiber Board 4 9 Figure 41 Surge...

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Page 9: ...ughout the manual Mechanical Installation provides general guidance on sign mounting Electrical Installation offers general guidance on terminating power and signal cable at the sign Maintenance and T...

Page 10: ...er is in the following format 0P _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ component 0A _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ multi component assembly Following the Replacement Parts List is the Daktronics Exchange and Repair and Return Programs in...

Page 11: ...splay Fiber Optic Network A fiber optic network is a standard communication method transmitting light signal through a glass fiber Fiber optic cable has a maximum length of 2 000 feet A signal convert...

Page 12: ...0 is a software package that runs under Windows 98 ME NT 4 0 2000 or XP Home Professional operating systems on an IBM compatible computer Refer to the Venus 1500 operator s manual ED 13530 for install...

Page 13: ...ransmit data from the controller to the display A fiber optic cable consists of a bundle of glass threads each of which transmits messages modulated onto light waves Galaxy Daktronics trademarked name...

Page 14: ...gure 3 68mm Amber Galaxy Module Network Consists of multiple signs connected to each other Pixel Cluster of LEDs The number and color of the LEDs depends on sign application Power Supply Converts AC l...

Page 15: ...seful 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...

Page 16: ...of circuit boards working as a single unit may also carry an assembly label W _ _ _ _ represents a wire or cable Cables may also carry the assembly numbering format in certain circumstances This is e...

Page 17: ...gn Read both the mechanical and electrical installation sections of this manual before beginning any installation procedures 2 2 Support Structure Design Support structure design depends on the mounti...

Page 18: ...ust ventilate at a rate of 10 cubic feet per minute per module 10 64 x 10 64 active area Failure to comply with these requirements voids the Galaxy sign warranty 2 4 Lifting the Sign The top of the si...

Page 19: ...member to have all mounted signs inspected by a qualified structural engineer The customer must have a qualified structural engineer review the number of attachment points needed and the wall structur...

Page 20: ...added shading usually obtained on a northern exposure See Figure 9 on the right for details The second choice for locating a temperature sensor is on the display itself or somewhere on the display st...

Page 21: ...arth grounded to protect the sensor and controller from lightning damage 2 Power down the controller when the sensor cable is being attached 3 Connect the cable to the temperature sensor terminal bloc...

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Page 23: ...eyebolts also decreases with the lift angle due the bending stress on the eyebolts In sum the smaller the angle between the cable and the top of the display the lighter the sign must be to safely lift...

Page 24: ...0 91 300 Blank 1 1 2 6 3 17 800 4 500 3 600 A Do not use eyebolts on angular lifts unless absolutely necessary For angular lifts the shoulder pattern eyebolt is preferred B Load should always be appli...

Page 25: ...ck and remove the jack Figure 13 Termination Block Before replacing a ribbon cable connector spray it with DeoxIT contact cleaner to remove any foreign matter that may cause signal problems In additio...

Page 26: ...aste in the plug before inserting it into the jack This paste will protect both the plug and the jack from corrosion Figure 16 Fiber Optic Cable Figure 17 RJ11 Connector 3 2 Control Cable Requirements...

Page 27: ...with cable that is rated for outdoor use and does not need to be in conduit 3 3 RJ Connector Cables Figure 18 6 Conductor RJ11 Connector and Cable The connector used for RS232 input to the display is...

Page 28: ...ngs for approximate locations of power and signal conduit You must use separate conduit to route Power Signal IN wires Signal OUT wires if another sign requires signal Locate the conduit holes at the...

Page 29: ...o Drawing C 189404 Refer to drawings for voltage and current requirements for your sign size Each uses a 120 240VAC single phase or 120 208 three phase power source Do not connect the signs to any vol...

Page 30: ...ase of the display The grounding electrode must be connected to the ground terminal in the display panel board This grounding electrode must be installed in addition to the equipment grounding conduct...

Page 31: ...stallation the power cable must contain an isolated earth ground conductor Under this circumstance do not connect neutral to ground at the disconnect or at the display This would violate electrical co...

Page 32: ...ovided 3 7 Main Disconnect The National Electrical Code requires the use of a lockable power disconnect near the sign Provide a lockable disconnect switch knife switch at the sign location so that all...

Page 33: ...Riser Diagram Radio Drawing A 185325 RS232 One end of the signal cable should be terminated to the 6 position terminal block on the controller labeled RS232 IN TB1 The opposite end is terminated at t...

Page 34: ...A minimum of a two foot separation between the signal cable and any power conductors is typically required or the signal cable may be routed in grounded metallic conduit The signal cable must not be r...

Page 35: ...dem to J1 RS232 IN on the controller Figure 27 Modem Layout Terminal Block TB31 Function Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 TIP P Pin 4 Ring P Pin 5 Pin 6 Fiber Optic When the fiber optic cables are used signal from t...

Page 36: ...display The radios must be within line of site of each other The diagram below shows the connections to the Server radio through a Signal Converter The Client radio must be located within 25 feet of t...

Page 37: ...to the power plug in the display Use the Figure 31 below and the table to connect the wires to the controller Figure 31 Controller Wire Connections Radio Server Cable Color Display Terminal Block Pin...

Page 38: ...ion This is the most common method of terminating signal between two or more signs A 6 conductor cable is used One end terminates to the RS422 OUT 6 position terminal block A31 TB3 on the controller i...

Page 39: ...10 1 After mounting the optional sensor follow these steps to complete the electrical installation A 2 pair individually shielded cable Belden 5594 Daktronics part number W 1234 is used to connect the...

Page 40: ...n 8 GND Figure 33 Temperature Sensor Wiring to Two Displays To connect the temperature sensor to multiple displays such as a double face display Wire Color Display 1 TB7 Display 2 TB7 Green Pin 5 Temp...

Page 41: ...1 Output Test DDDs 2 Product Name Galaxy 3 Display Size Row x Column 4 Firmware Number ED 10134 5 Firmware Revision Rev X XX 6 COM1 Configuration C1 V15 RTD 7 COM Configuration C2 None 8 Line Frequen...

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Page 43: ...aries offer a basic explanation of the power travel through the sign Service and Diagnostics provide instructions for removing various sign components and explain the functions of circuit board connec...

Page 44: ...ed to J2 of the next driver board and so on traveling down the entire row of modules The drivers use this display data to control the LEDs 4 4 Power Summary Reference Drawings Power Specs Amber 8 24x4...

Page 45: ...ematic AF 3080 8x Mono Drawing B 164924 Schematic AF 3080 16x Mono Drawing B 164926 Schematic AF 3080 24x Mono Drawing C 165267 Schematic AF 3080 32x Mono Drawing C 189404 The following sub sections a...

Page 46: ...Refer to Section 4 5 to open a display via the modules and access the display boards and driver boards A display board is a circuit board with four LED pixel clusters mounted directly on it Each displ...

Page 47: ...2 Disconnect all power and signal connections from the driver board 3 Remove the four 6 nuts holding the board in place 4 Gently lift the board from the display 5 Reverse the above procedure to insta...

Page 48: ...the power and signal connections refer to Figure 37 above for disconnection of power Note It is recommended to label the cables to ensure they are reconnected at the right locations 2 The controller...

Page 49: ...LGHT Red Photocell Light Level Flashes Flash rate is dependent on the light level Flashes faster in bright light and slows as darkness descends RUN Red Controller Steady Flash A steady flash indicate...

Page 50: ...move the screws and lift the modem out of the display the display 3 Attach the new modem using the same four screws removed in step 2 above The modem module has two LEDs The Power LED should remain li...

Page 51: ...to the controller board with a small DB9 adapter and straight through RJ11 cable Figure 40 Fiber Board To replace a fiber optic board 1 Disconnect the power and signal connections refer to Figure 40...

Page 52: ...w these steps to complete the electrical installation A 2 pair individually shielded cable Belden 5594 Daktronics part number W 1234 is used to connect the sensor to the controller 1 Run conduit from...

Page 53: ...ours a day with the power to the sign disconnected when not in use 1 500 hours is equivalent to 62 days if the sign runs non stop for 24 hours a day Attention Shut off power to the sign when it is not...

Page 54: ...t come loose Check tighten and replace fasteners as required Excessive Dust Buildup Occasionally it may be necessary to vacuum the inside of the sign cabinet to remove dust dirt buildup that may inter...

Page 55: ...ly on the first module that is not working One row of modules does not work or is distorted Replace check cables from driver to modules Replace first driver Replace controller Check the fuses in the p...

Page 56: ...isplay is operated the display will run through an initialization in which it will display the following 1 Output Test DDDs 2 Product Name Galaxy 3 Display Size Row x Column 4 Firmware Number ED 10134...

Page 57: ...P 1146 0031 Phone Surge Protector A 1527 Thermostat Enclosure 0A 1213 4024 Flipped PC Connector DB9F RJ11F 0A 1146 0029 Cable RS232 DB9F to DB25M W 1249 Cable 40 pin ribbon 66 inch Dual Row W 1439 Cab...

Page 58: ...ase contact our Help Desk immediately If the replacement part fixes the problem package the defective part in the same box and packaging in which the replacement part arrived fill out and attach the e...

Page 59: ...ge and pad the item well so that it will not be damaged in shipment Electronic components such as printed circuit boards should be installed in an enclosure or placed in an antistatic bag before boxin...

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Page 61: ...stem Riser Diagram Radio Drawing A 185325 Component Layout Diagrams Comp Layout Diagram AF 3080 848 68 Drawing A 164429 Comp Layout Diagram AF 3080 864 68 Drawing A 164461 Comp Layout Diagram AF 3080...

Page 62: ...ing B 167955 Block Diagram Power AF 3080 16x Mono Drawing B 167957 Block Diagram Power AF 3080 24x Mono Drawing B 167958 Block Diagram Power AF 3080 32x Mono Drawing B 189397 Schematic Drawings Schema...

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Page 106: ...port Serial port or serial cable may be bad OFF Steady Normal state SC is not transmitting data TX Brief Flicker SC is transmitting data ON Steady Field cabling between SC and display is bad connected...

Page 107: ...ables give the jack pin outs for a fiber signal converter JACK OPERATION J1 25 Pin DB F J2 TX1 out PIN OPERATION J3 RX1 in 2 TX P out J4 TX2 out 3 RX P in J5 RX2 in 7 GND Loop Back Test To perform a l...

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