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Galaxy

Series AF-3112

Primary - Mirror

Display Manual

ED-14212

Rev 0 19 January 2004

Summary of Contents for Galaxy AF-3112 Primary Series

Page 1: ...PO Box 5128 Brookings SD 57006 Tel 605 697 4034 or 877 605 1113 Fax 605 697 4444 www daktronics com e mail helpdesk daktronics com Galaxy Series AF 3112 Primary Mirror Display Manual ED 14212 Rev 0 19...

Page 2: ...bility 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 tap...

Page 3: ...2 2 4 Lifting the Display 2 2 2 5 Display Mounting 2 3 2 6 Optional Temperature Sensor Mounting 2 3 Section 3 Electrical Installation 3 1 3 1 Common Connectors in the Display 3 1 3 2 Control Cable Re...

Page 4: ...and Drivers 4 7 Power Supplies 4 8 Light Detector 4 8 Modem 4 8 Fiber Board 4 9 RS422 Surge Suppressor 4 10 4 5 Ventilation Systems With Fans and Filters 4 10 4 6 Thermostats 4 11 4 7 Weather Strippin...

Page 5: ...3 5 Figure 18 Primary Display with Enclosures 3 6 Figure 19 Ground Conductor 3 7 Figure 20 Installation with Ground and Neutral Conductors Provided 3 8 Figure 21 RS232 Display Layout 3 9 Figure 22 RS2...

Page 6: ...Figures iv Figure 37 Removing a Module 4 7 Figure 38 Light Sensor In Display 4 8 Figure 39 Modem 4 8 Figure 40 Modem Jumper Location 4 9 Figure 41 Fiber Optic Board 4 9 Figure 42 RS422 Surge Suppress...

Page 7: ...ntenance and Troubleshooting addresses such things as removing basic display components troubleshooting the display performing general maintenance and exchanging display components Appendix A lists th...

Page 8: ...ver from time to time certain display components will need replacing The Replacement Parts List in Section 4 11 provides the names and numbers of components that may need to be ordered during the life...

Page 9: ...oys a single ended serial transmission scheme that uses a maximum cable length of 7 6 meters approximately 25 feet This interface was designed for computer communication at short distances All compute...

Page 10: ...of the display is used for automatic dimming of the LEDs based on the ambient light levels The configuration of pixels depends on the model of display ordered Refer to Drawing A 193720 or A 201993 fo...

Page 11: ...ress The display address is an identification number assigned to each display of a network Rotating the address switches on the controller sets the display address The control software uses the addres...

Page 12: ...or more module driver boards Primary The first display in a Primary Mirror or Primary Secondary configuration The communication inputs and the light sensor will be connected to this display Router Thi...

Page 13: ...bering method Figure 6 Module Numbering In addition the following labeling formats might be found on various Daktronics drawings TB_ _ represents a termination block for power or signal cable F_ _ den...

Page 14: ...s is especially true of ribbon cables Most circuit boards and components within this display carry a label that lists the part number of the unit If a circuit board or assembly is not listed in the Re...

Page 15: ...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 mounting metho...

Page 16: ...ing Allowances must be made to compensate for the percentage of material covering the openings in the structure For adequate cooling forced ventilation may be required If air is forced into the enclos...

Page 17: ...wing A 193720 or Drawing A 201993 Remember to have all mounted displays inspected by a qualified structural engineer It is the customer s responsibility to determine the proper wall mounting method an...

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Page 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...damage the connector The following information presents some common connectors encountered during display installation and maintenance 1 Ribbon Cable Connectors Figure 9 on the right illustrates a ty...

Page 22: ...ack Figure 12 Mate n Lok Connector 5 RJ11 RS45 Connectors RJ connectors as seen in Figure 13 on the lower right are similar to the telephone connectors found in homes In order to remove this plug from...

Page 23: ...telephone company which colors are used for the TIP wire and the RING wire for signal connections to the modem enclosure at the display Note The telephone lines must be dedicated lines and not run th...

Page 24: ...resistance to ground should be 10 ohms or less A wire is attached to the enclosure to make the necessary ground connection 3 3 RJ Connector Cables Figure 14 Eight Conductor Cable The conductor connec...

Page 25: ...A 201993 For displays with more than one face signal and temperature sensor wiring between displays is done using a quick connect interconnect cable 3 5 Preparing for Power Signal Connection Referenc...

Page 26: ...44 AF 3112 Amber Drawing A 200044 Power Specs 8x144 32x144 AF 3112 Red Drawing A 200045 Shop Drawing AF 3112 1680 34 SF P M Drawing A 201993 Schem AF 3112 8 32 34mm Mon PM Drawing C 200002 Power Requi...

Page 27: ...base of the display The grounding electrode must be connected to the ground terminal in the display panel board Note This display is intended to be installed in accordance with the requirements of Art...

Page 28: ...Figure 20 on the previous page Main Disconnect The National Electrical Code requires the use of a lockable power disconnect near the display Provide a lockable disconnect switch knife switch at the di...

Page 29: ...199104 A RS232 controlled display connections are in a weather resistant enclosure to be mounted within 25 feet of the display as shown below in Figure 21 From the enclosure to the display the signal...

Page 30: ...converter cable is run to the surge board assembly in a weather resistant enclosure at the display as shown in Figure 23 A quick connect cable connects the enclosure to the display The cable from the...

Page 31: ...he signal converter and at the enclosure as shown in 3 Figure 24 4 Connect the quick connect cable from the enclosure to the primary display at J32 5 Ground the RS422 signal enclosure Figure 24 Signal...

Page 32: ...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 by weather or vandalism 1 Mount the enclosure within 25 fe...

Page 33: ...cable to the fiberboard J4 J5 in the weather resistant enclosure at the display When connecting fiber cables always connect transmit to receive and receive to transmit Refer to Drawing A 187293and Fig...

Page 34: ...Fiber Card Enclosure Signal Converter to Fiber Board Signal Converter Field Cabling Fiber Control Card J2 Transmit TX1 Color Varies J5 Receive RX2 J3 Receive RX1 Color Varies J4 Transmit TX2 Venus 150...

Page 35: ...ay by weather or vandalism 1 Mount the Client radio at the display 2 Connect the quick connect plug to J33 on the back of the primary display as shown in Figure 30 3 Ground the Server and Client Radio...

Page 36: ...9 First Time Operation When first operated the display will run through an initialization or boot up sequence in which it will display the following 1 Product Name Galaxy 2 Display Size Row x Column...

Page 37: ...section provides the following Galaxy display information Signal Routing Summaries provide a basic explanation of the way signal travels through the display Power Routing Summaries offer a basic expl...

Page 38: ...and transmits it to J2 on the first column of modules via a 20 conductor ribbon cable 8 Data exits at J1 and is relayed to J2 of the next driver board and so on traveling down the entire row of module...

Page 39: ...see Drawing B 200259 for component locations Note The controller light sensor and quick connect output board are only loaded in the primary display Figure 34 General Display Component Layout The table...

Page 40: ...Turn off power to the display before removing the wires Then release the hardware securing it to the panel Position the new transformer in its place and tighten it down Re connect all the wires using...

Page 41: ...o address 0 set the switches to 0 by rotating them counter clockwise until the arrow points to 0 can activate a test mode The display s power must be turned off and then turned back on to run the test...

Page 42: ...A steady flash indicates the controller is running properly Normal flash rate is about once per second DS5 Red U15 Programmed On when U15 contains a valid logic program DS6 Red U7 Programmed On when U...

Page 43: ...Drawing C 200002 The module and driver board are a single functional unit The LED power supplies are identified as assemblies In displays with 2 red LEDs per pixel each power supply unit controls up...

Page 44: ...ght detector to the controller Only the Primary display has a light sensor Figure 38 Light Sensor In Display Modem If a modem was included with the display it is located in the modem enclosure mounted...

Page 45: ...place a fiber optic board first disconnect the power and signal connections refer to Figure 41 for disconnection of power 2 The fiber optic board is held in place with four screws Carefully remove the...

Page 46: ...hours after that to ensure the display is being cooled properly Fans should be checked more often if the display is located in a dusty or harsh weather environment i e along a gravel road with dust la...

Page 47: ...teners such as bolts and rivets have not come loose Fasteners should be checked and tightened or replaced as required Excessive Dust Buildup Occasionally it may be necessary to vacuum the inside of th...

Page 48: ...module Check for bent pins on module and controller Replace controller Replace first module Check the fuses in the power termination box A group of modules a column or block which share the same powe...

Page 49: ...in the display also list their part numbers on labels affixed to them To prevent theft Daktronics recommends purchasing a lockable cabinet to store manuals and replacement spare parts Part Description...

Page 50: ...and the customer in turn sends the failed component to Daktronics This not only saves money but also decreases display downtime Daktronics provides these plans to ensure users get the most from their...

Page 51: ...from the invoice date Daktronics also offers a Repair and Return Program for items not subject to exchange Return Materials Authorization To return parts for service contact your local representative...

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Page 53: ...80 34 SF P M Drawing A 193720 System Riser Diagram RS232 Comm Box Drawing A 199104 System Riser Diagram RS422 Comm Box Drawing A 199144 System Riser Diagram Modem Comm Box Drawing A 199218 Power Specs...

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