Summary of Contents for Daktronics Galaxy AF-3200 Series
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® Galaxy Outdoor Series AF-3200/3400 89mm Display Manual ED15400 Rev 0 21 July 2005...
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• Appendix C includes information about the Optional Temperature Sensor. Daktronics identifies manuals by an ED number located on the cover page of each manual. For example, Daktronics refers to this manual as ED15400. Daktronics, commonly uses a number of drawing types, along with the information that each provides.
Reference Drawing: Schem; Primary Signal, Internal, w/QC ........Drawing B-206146 Daktronics builds displays for long life and that require little maintenance, however certain sign components may need replacing. The Replacement Parts List in Section 4.13 provides the names and numbers of components that may need to be replaced during the life of the sign.
The common thread to most client requests is a means of programming and controlling a group of displays from a central control point. Daktronics responded by developing a powerful system of interconnecting and controlling displays. Great care has been taken to design products that will satisfy a wide variety of installations.
Driver: The driver is a circuit board responsible for switching the intensity levels of the LEDs. The driver is located inside the driver box and mounts on the back of the module. ® Galaxy : Daktronics trademarked name for LED monochrome or tri-colored matrix displays. Introduction...
Power Supply: Converts AC line voltage from the load center to low DC voltage for one or more module driver boards. ® ® Venus 1500: Daktronics designed, Windows based software used to create and edit messages on the display. Refer to ED13530 for more information. Introduction...
Daktronics Nomenclature Figure 4: 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.
Section 2: Mechanical Installation Note: Daktronics does not guarantee the warranty in situations where the display is not constantly in a stable environment. Daktronics engineering staff must approve any changes that may affect the weather-tightness of the display. If you make any modifications, you must submit detailed drawings of the changes to Daktronics for evaluation and approval, or you may void the warranty.
Ventilation Requirements Reference Drawings: Shop Drawings ............Refer to Appendix A Fans mounted in the backsheets toward the top of the display allow for ventilation. Maintain a minimum distance of 3" (7.62 cm) below the display to maintain proper airflow. Refer to the appropriate Shop Drawing for additional information. If the display cabinet is completely enclosed: •...
The customer must have a qualified structural engineer review the number of attachment points needed and the wall structure to ensure both meet all national and local codes. Daktronics recommends using all clip angles as attachment points. 1. Carefully uncrate the sign. Look over each side of the display for possible damage caused during shipping.
Optional Temperature Sensor If you have an optional temperature sensor to be used with your display, see Appendix C for mounting and signal connections. Electrical Installation...
The Daktronics engineering staff must approve any changes made to the display. Before altering the display, submit detailed drawings for the proposed modifications to the Daktronics engineering staff for evaluation and approval or you will render the warranty null and void.
™ 4. Mate-n-Lok Connectors: The white Mate-n-Lok connectors found in the displays come in a variety of sizes. Figure 11 illustrates a five-pin Mate-n-Lok connector. To remove the plug from the jack, squeeze the plastic locking clasps on the side of the plug and pull it from the jack.
Conduit Reference Drawings: Shop Drawings ............Refer to Appendix A Daktronics does not include the conduit. Refer to the Shop Drawing for your display size for approximate locations of power and signal conduit. You must use separate conduit to route: •...
Each uses a 120/240VAC single-phase or 120/208 three-phase power source. Do not connect the displays to any voltage other than that listed on the Daktronics product label. Proper power installation is imperative for proper display operation. The following sub-sections give details of display power installation.
Article 250 of the National Electric Code may be used. Daktronics requires that the resistance to ground be 10 ohms or less. If the resistance to ground is higher than 10 ohms, it will be necessary to install additional grounding electrodes to reduce the resistance.
Power Installation There are two considerations for power installation: installation with ground and neutral conductors provided and installation with only a neutral conductor provided. For these displays, installation with ground and neutral conductors provided is used. Installation with Ground and Neutral Conductors Provided For this type of installation, the power cable must contain an isolated earth-ground conductor.
If two (or more) primary displays are used, a 4-conductor shielded signal cable must be used to connect between the display controllers. Strip 1/4" from the cable wires and connect it at the “RS422 OUT” 6-position controller board terminal block (TB3) in the first display, and terminate it to the “RS422 IN”...
First Time Operation Each time the display is powered up; the display will run through an initialization in which it will display the following: 1. Product Name (Galaxy®) 2. Display Size (Row x Column) 3. Shading (64 Mono) 4. Bootloader Version (OS X.XX) 5.
2. Only qualified service personnel may access internal sign electronics. 3. The Daktronics engineering staff must approve ANY changes made to the sign. Before altering the sign, you must submit to the Daktronics engineering staff detailed drawings for the proposed modifications for evaluation and approval or you will void the warranty.
Display Access Display access for 89mm displays is normally from the front. To open the sign: 1. Locate the latch access fastener on the module. It is centered on the right side of the module. 2. With a #2 screwdriver, apply pressure to latch and turn it counter-clockwise.
Recommended Tools List When performing maintenance work on your display, Daktronics recommends using the following tools and placing them in a convenient, easy-access location. 7/32" Nut Driver to open the modules in front access displays 3/16”...
Service and Diagnostics Reference Drawings: Component Layout, AF-3190-**X***- 89mm ....Drawing B-181666 The following sub-sections address servicing of the below display components: • Line filter and ground bar • Modules, drivers, and power supplies The sub-sections also address any diagnostic LEDs, fuses and signal/power connectors found on the components.
3. If the pixel strip you wish to replace is located behind the driver assembly, label and unplug all signals and power connections on the driver assembly and remove the four corner screws. Refer to Drawing A-178210. 4. Remove the six wing nuts holding the pixel strip in place. 5.
The connectors out to the pixel strips connect to the pixel strips in the following manner: Connector Pixel Strip Coordinates Connector Pixel Strip Coordinates Top Row, Column 8 Bottom Row, Column 8 Top Row, Column 7 Bottom Row, Column 7 Top Row, Column 6 Bottom Row, Column 6 Top Row, Column 5...
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4. Follow the previous steps in reverse order to install a new controller board. The rotary switches set the hardware address, which the software uses to identify that particular display. When replacing a controller board, be sure to set the rotary switches in the same address configuration as the defective controller.
DS12 +2.5V On when +2.5V power supply is functioning. DS13 +3.3V On when +3.3V power supply is functioning. Product Board Green On when +5V power supply is functioning. Green +3.3V On when +3.3V power supply is functioning. Yellow COM1 TxD Flashes when transmitting serial information.
Attention: Shut off power to the display when it is not in use. Leaving the power on when the display is not operating exposes electrical components to excess condensation, which shortens their life. Each time you open the display, for whatever reason, take a minute to inspect the fans: •...
4.14 Weather Stripping To ensure the display is weather resistant, Daktronics provides weather stripping around the entire display and around each module. The weather stripping must be properly installed at all times or water may leak into the display, damaging the components.
The following table contains some of the items in this sign that you may need to replace over time. Many of the parts within the sign 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...
This bill, which represents the exchange price, is due when you receive it. Daktronics expects immediate return of an exchange part if it does not solve the problem. The company also reserves the right to refuse equipment that has been damaged due to acts of nature or causes other than normal wear and tear.
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Return Materials Authorization: To return parts for service, contact your local representative prior to shipment to acquire a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. If you do not have a local representative, call the Daktronics Help Desk for the RMA. This expedites repair of your component when it arrives at Daktronics.
Appendix A: Reference Drawings Refer to Section 1.1 for information on reading drawing numbers. This appendix lists the following drawings in numerical order by size (A, B, etc.) Schematic; Power Supply Configurations ........Drawing A-158225 Z Filter Assy, 2 W/Grnd Bar ............. Drawing A-158472 Assy, Grounding and Fan Harness ..........
Appendix C: Optional Temperature Sensor Appendix C: Optional Temperature Sensor...
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If replacement or additional parts Figure 1: Temperature Sensor are needed, refer to the following chart for part numbers. Parts List Part description Daktronics part number Temperature sensor housing 0A-1151-0005 Temperature sensor 0P-1247-0008 4-pin Mal Conxall cable...
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Optional Temperature Sensor Mounting p. 2 of 6 Figure 2: Located on the Display Figure 3: Located on Structure Figure 4: Located on the North Eave When exposed to outdoor conditions, it is necessary to route cable through conduit. In cases such as this, the quick-connect cable must be extended or replaced with four-conductor, 22- AWG, shielded cable.
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Optional Temperature Sensor Mounting p. 3 of 6 Using the quick-connect cable and less than the 25-foot cable 1. Open the temperature sensor housing by removing the four nuts from the bottom and then removing the five bottom disks. Refer to Drawing A-198371 for details on sensor housing disassembly.
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4 of 6 Using more than 25-feet of cable To meet customer needs, Daktronics has designed extension cables that allow extra length from the sensor to the display without separate rewiring. These cables contain the correct circular ends to be used with the quick-connect cable and quick-connect input. Refer to the parts list in Section 1.1 for the cable options available.
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Optional Temperature Sensor Mounting p. 5 of 6 CAN Temperature Field Primary - Sensor (TB1) Cabling Controller Board CAN US (A31-TB4) Pin 1 (+5V CAN) Pin 1 (+5V CAN) Pin 2 (CAN H) Green Pin 3 (CAN H) Pin 3 (CAN L) White Pin 4 (CAN L) Pin 4 (GND CAN)
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Optional Temperature Sensor Mounting p. 6 of 6 Sensor Board Replacement If a problem occurs with the temperature sensor board or the wiring to the sensor, the board can be accessed in the following method: 1. Open the temperature sensor housing by removing the four nuts from the bottom, and removing the five bottom disks.