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Introduction

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1  Introduction

How to Use This Manual

This manual provides installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting information for 

the Daktronics VS-5000 series Vanguard

®

 Variable Speed Limit Signs (VSLS) and their 

components.
For information regarding safety, installation, operation, or service of this system, please 

refer to the telephone numbers listed on the cover page of this manual.
The manual is divided into the following sections: 

•  Introduction

 covers information needed to use this manual. Take time to read the 

entire introduction as it explains concepts used throughout the manual.

•  Component Description and Theory of Operation

 includes information about 

components within Daktronics variable speed limit signs.

•  Mechanical Installation

 explains mechanical installation information for the sign.

•  Electrical Installation

 explains electrical installation information for the sign.

•  Maintenance and Troubleshooting

 provides maintenance and troubleshooting 

information for Daktronics variable speed limit signs and the sign controller.

• 

Repair and Exchange Programs

 provides instructions on how to use the Repair or 

Exchange programs.

•  Glossary

 defines terms and phrases used in this manual.

Daktronics identifies manuals by the DD or ED number located on the cover page of 

each manual. For example, this manual is referred to as 

DD3907919

The serial number and model numbers can be found on the ID label, located on the sign. 

This label looks similar to 

Figure 1

. When calling Daktronics Customer Service, please have 

this information available to ensure the request is serviced as quickly as possible. 

Daktronics signs are built for long life and require little maintenance. However, from time 

to time, certain sign components need replacing. Refer to the 

Daktronics Exchange and 

Repair and Return Programs (p.14) 

if any component needs replacing, repairing, or 

ordering.

Figure 1: 

Sign ID Label

Содержание VS-5000 Series

Страница 1: ...201 Daktronics Drive Brookings SD 57006 5128 www daktronics com support 800 325 8766 GENERIC SERVICE VARIABLE SPEED LIMIT SIGNS VS 5000 SERIES DISPLAY MANUAL 30 May 2018 DD3907919 Rev 0...

Страница 2: ...art 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 taping or information storage and retr...

Страница 3: ...8 Service and Diagnostics 8 Sign Controller Replacement 8 Accessing the Internal Components 9 Replacing a Module 9 Replacing a Power Supply 9 Ventilation Systems With Fans and Filters 10 Replacing a V...

Страница 4: ...ii This page intentionally left blank...

Страница 5: ...trical installation information for the sign Maintenance and Troubleshooting provides maintenance and troubleshooting information for Daktronics variable speed limit signs and the sign controller Repa...

Страница 6: ...e status of the signs and to control all messages A module is the building block of the Daktronics sign By placing modules side by side and on top of one another a sign of any size can be designed and...

Страница 7: ...controller The following table details some essential LEDs to monitor and the information each LED provides The LED name and number are noted in Figure 5 DS3 DS2 Figure 5 Controller Component Layout F...

Страница 8: ...performs the check and monitors the results Refer to Vanguard Software Help File F1 Power Supplies The power supply mounts to the cabinet truss behind module A102 The power supply provides the necessa...

Страница 9: ...d Do not attempt to permanently support the sign by the eyebolts Mounting Methods Securely mount each sign to a suitable mounting structure provided by others Have each mounting structure inspected by...

Страница 10: ...e 1 Remove the bottom three modules using a 1 8 hex head wrench Refer to Accessing the Internal Components p 9 for module removal steps 2 Clear the area for drilling Choose area free of wired componen...

Страница 11: ...ach controller in a network needs a unique address Refer to Figure 7 To set the rotary address switches rotate them counter clockwise until the arrow points to the desired number The display s power m...

Страница 12: ...r 9 V power supplies Ventilation fans and filters Beacons Thermostat Photo sensor The tools required to service the sign include Small Phillips screwdriver Small flat screwdriver 1 8 hex head wrench M...

Страница 13: ...move the module to service referring to Accessing the Internal Components p 9 3 Press the locking tabs of the white 4 pin power connector to release it Release the ribbon cable for signal 4 Remove the...

Страница 14: ...tion of dirt and debris change the filters more often Spin the fan blades with a pen or pencil to ensure the bearings are free and the fan is balanced Push the black button near GFCI outlet to check i...

Страница 15: ...of corrosion loose bolts and overall stability Check the connections of the earth ground wires if accessible Photo Sensor Assembly Inspection At least once every year Inspect the light sensor assembly...

Страница 16: ...e Solution No LEDs will light and the sign controller will not communicate with the central controller No power Check that the sign has power Sign controller or modem is bad Refer to Sign Controller R...

Страница 17: ...perature inside the sign exceeds the thermostat setting This is not a problem The thermostat is stuck on or the wiring is shorted Replace the thermostat or repair wiring LED brightness is wrong entire...

Страница 18: ...ingle enclosure Most circuit boards and components within this sign carry a label that lists the part number of the unit If a circuit board or assembly is not listed in the replacement parts list use...

Страница 19: ...of symptoms To participate in the Exchange Program follow these steps 1 Call Daktronics Customer Service 2 When the new exchange part is received mail the old part to Daktronics If the replacement pa...

Страница 20: ...Replacement Parts and Repair Exchange Programs 16 Shipping Address Daktronics Customer Service Case ____________ 331 32nd Ave Brookings SD 57006 E mail transportationhelp daktronics com...

Страница 21: ...le unit Multiple pixels are evenly spaced throughout the face of the sign and are turned on or off to form the characters and graphics that make up the content of the displayed message Power Supply A...

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