Network and Communication Installation
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9 Network and Communication Installation
This section explains how to setup communications with a GT6x series display through a
network or an individual computer. Obtain information about the available standard
communication options in the provided quick guides and reference manuals.
Daktronics is not responsible for setting up a customer's network system either a Local
Area Network (LAN) or a Wide Area Network (WAN).
Network and Communication Installation Dos
• Complete all network and communication installation prior to turning display on
•
Have a laptop on site with Internet access (preferred)
• Work with the Customer's IT professional for network integration
Daktronics GT6x series displays use DHCP by default, which allows automatic display
configuration by the customer's network, and eliminates manual configuration of the
player.
When the display is connected to a network that supports DHCP, a default DHCP name
similar to "DMP8.xx.xxxx" or "DMP5.xx.xxxx", where "xxxx" represents a unique identifier for
the display. This information is shown in the display boot sequence.
Requirements For Communication Through A Network
The display must be allowed to establish an outgoing Internet connection on Port 80
(http) and Port 443 (https).
Connecting A Display to A DHCP Network
Display Currently Configured for DHCP (Default)
The following steps explain how to configure a display and connect to a network that
supports DHCP. Using the display's DHCP name is desired for communication.
Network Requirements
• DHCP Server
• Existing Network
•
Available network port, configured properly
Installation/Start-up Steps
1�
Ensure the display has an established link with the network.
2�
Turn display on.
