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28x96 Front Access Full Matrix LED Sign
Maintenance Manual
1.07-inch, 1.35-inch, and 1.75-inch Pitch Signs with 2 Controllers
P1507/P1514
Manual part number: 1507610501 rev. A
Revision date: December 10, 2007

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  • Page 1 28x96 Front Access Full Matrix LED Sign Maintenance Manual 1.07-inch, 1.35-inch, and 1.75-inch Pitch Signs with 2 Controllers P1507/P1514 Manual part number: 1507610501 rev. A Revision date: December 10, 2007...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2007 Adaptive Micro Systems LLC. All rights reserved. Adaptive Micro Systems 7840 North 86th Street Milwaukee, WI 53224 USA 414-357-2020 414-357-2029 (fax) http://www.adaptivedisplays.com Adaptive is a regisered trademark of Adaptive Micro Systems. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    March 2, 2006 Front Access Full Matrix LED Sign Maintenance Manual (pn 1507610501 rev. A) Contents Introduction................7 Purpose ..............................7 Revision history............................7 Related documentation ..........................7 Safety information ............................. 7 Battery backup............................8 System overview ..............9 Introduction ............................... 9 VMS control system ..........................
  • Page 4 AlphaXpress DMS Sign (Texas DOT) Maintenance Manual (pn 1509620301) March 2, 2006 Part replacement ..............27 List of field-replaceable parts........................27 Controlling electrostatic discharge (ESD) ....................27 Opening a sign............................28 Sign controller board replacement......................32 Power supply replacement........................35 Diode module replacement ........................37 Relay replacement ...........................
  • Page 5 List of figures Figure 1: Location of the 3V lithium battery on the sign’s controller, page 8 Figure 2: 5x7 font dimensions, page 13 Figure 3: LED pitch, page 13 Figure 4: Exterior top, front, bottom, back, and side views of a 1.07-inch sign, page 14 Figure 5: Exterior top, front, bottom, back, and side views of a 1.35-inch sign, page 15 Figure 6: Exterior top, front, bottom, back, and side views of a 1.75-inch sign, page 16 Figure 7: Internal components of a 1.07-inch sign, page 17...
  • Page 6 Figure 34:Relay, page 40 Figure 35:Example of a 1.07-inch/1.35-inch pitch sign. The larger 1.75-inch pitch signs have lift arms and winch handles, page 41 Figure 36:Fan locations, page 42 Figure 37:Screws securing the fan panel housing, page 42 Figure 38:Locations of the 6-32 nuts on the fan guard, page 42 Front Access Full Matrix LED Sign Maintenance Manual (pn 1507610501 rev.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Revision history Revision Date Notes December 10, 2007 Initial release. 1507610501 rev. A Related documentation Technical documentation can be found at Adaptive’s Web site (http://www.adaptivedisplays.com). Part # Manual title Description Wiring Diagram Sign wiring diagram for the 1.07-inch pitch sign 1507650207 with two controllers.

  • Page 8: Battery Backup

    Introduction P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix Battery backup In the event of power loss, a lithium battery provides power to the sign’s controller boards. Note: The backup battery provides only enough power to back up the sign controller’s memory, not the sign’s LED displays.

  • Page 9: System Overview

    Introduction The Adaptive LED family of Variable Message Signs is considered to be one of the highest visibility sign systems available. Utilizing the latest generation of light emitting diode (LED) technology has allowed us to construct a high-reliability, variable message sign display system.

  • Page 10: Led Brightness Control System

    System overview P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix LED brightness control system The VMS is equipped with a brightness control system for the LEDs. The brightness control system ensures that the display is readable in all lighting conditions. The main components of the brightness control system are the following: •...
  • Page 11 System overview December 10, 2007 Electrical distribution (AC) The AC input to the sign systems consists of 120VAC single-phase service wired to the load center located in the sign. AC is also wired to the DC power supplies. The signs discussed in this manual require 15A service for the 1.07-inch and 1.35-inch pitch signs and 20A service for the 1.75-inch pitch sign.
  • Page 12 Introduction THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Front Access Full Matrix LED Sign Maintenance Manual (pn 1507610501 rev. A)

  • Page 13: Equipment Description

    Equipment description December 10, 2007 Equipment description General description • Serviceability: Front access. • Dimensions: Refer to the appropriate sign wiring diagram (see “Related documentation” on page 7). • Weight (approximate): 1.07-inch pitch – 500 lbs, 1.35-inch pitch – 525 lbs, 1.75-inch pitch – 615 lbs. •...

  • Page 14: Outside Views - 1.07-Inch Pitch Sign

    Equipment description P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix Outside views — 1.07-inch pitch sign Top view Side view Front view Bottom view Back view Figure 4. Exterior top, front, bottom, back, and side views of a 1.07-inch sign Item Name Description UPPER PHOTO CELL Used for controlling LED brightness.

  • Page 15: Outside Views - 1.35-Inch Pitch Sign

    Equipment description December 10, 2007 Outside views — 1.35-inch pitch sign Top view Front view Side view Bottom view Back view Figure 5. Exterior top, front, bottom, back, and side views of a 1.35-inch sign Item Name Description UPPER PHOTO CELL Used for controlling LED brightness.

  • Page 16: Outside Views - 1.75-Inch Pitch Sign

    Equipment description P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix Outside views — 1.75-inch pitch sign Top view Front view Side view Bottom view Back view Figure 6. Exterior top, front, bottom, back, and side views of a 1.75-inch sign Item Name Description UPPER PHOTO CELL Used for controlling LED brightness.

  • Page 17: Inside View - 1.07-Inch Pitch Sign

    Equipment description December 10, 2007 Inside view — 1.07-inch pitch sign Figure 7. Internal components of a 1.07-inch sign Item Name Description CONTROLLER PLATE Mounting sub plate for controllers, outlet, fan monitoring board, and fan/heater control relays. INTAKE FAN (FAN #4) Draws in air from outside.

  • Page 18: Inside View - 1.35-Inch Pitch Sign

    Equipment description P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix Inside view — 1.35-inch pitch sign Figure 8. Internal components of a 1.35-inch sign Item Name Description INTAKE FAN (FAN #4) Draws in air from outside. HEATER #2 Used to control humidity inside sign. AIR FILTER COVER When removed provides access to fan air filters.

  • Page 19: Inside View - 1.75-Inch Pitch Sign

    Equipment description December 10, 2007 Inside view — 1.75-inch pitch sign Figure 9. Internal components of a 1.75-inch sign Item Name Description INTAKE FAN (FAN #8) Draws in air from outside. HEATER #4 Used to control humidity inside sign. AIR FILTER COVER When removed provides access to fan air filters.

  • Page 20: Controller Plate

    Equipment description P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix Controller plate Figure 10.Controller plate components Item Name Part # Description CONTROLLER #1 Controls display and communicates status information to central 15029101 communications. CONTROLLER #2 12069003 RELAY #3 Only used on 1.07-inch pitch signs to turn the light on when the door switch 48000005 is open.

  • Page 21: Sign Controllers #1 And #2

    Equipment description December 10, 2007 Sign controllers #1 and #2 Both controllers are similar; controller #2 is shown. Controller #1 has an Ethernet port. Ethernet port (Controller #1) Figure 11.Sign controller components PCB label Name Description JP7 TO JP11 Configures controller for RS422 on J6 for display modules (115.2 kbaud). RS485 PORT 1 •...
  • Page 22 Equipment description P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix RS232 PORT Not used. BAT1 BATTERY BACKUP 3V lithium battery (Panasonic CR2032 or equivalent). LED1 TO LED4 DIAGNOSTIC LEDS • LED1: Controller #1 and #2 = Heartbeat. • LED2: Controller #1 = Communications from P3 (laptop computer); Controller #2 = Communications from Controller #1.

  • Page 23: Sign Power Panels

    Equipment description December 10, 2007 Sign power panels There are three power panels in each sign. Each panel contains two 12VDC output power supplies. Note: Both power supplies may not turn on at the same time if there is not enough display load. Meanwell PSP-500-12 12VDC output power supply (pn 40756302)

  • Page 24: Led Driver Board

    Equipment description P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix LED driver board Each board is 8 x 14 pixels, and each pixel is composed of 4 LED lamps. See the wiring diagrams that accompanied the sign for part number information. Back view Front view 8 pixels Figure 13.LED driver board views and components...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance December 10, 2007 Maintenance Physical Inspection A physical inspection of the sign’s exterior and interior should be performed every 6 months. Exterior inspection • Check for any physical damage to the exterior of the sign. • Check for loose nuts, bolts, hinges, doors, and so on. •...

  • Page 26: Air Filter Cleaning

    Maintenance P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix Air filter cleaning The exhaust vent and fan air filters should be checked every six months. WARNING! Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage may cause serious injury or death. Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing. ➩...

  • Page 27: Part Replacement

    Notice: This equipment contains components that may be damaged by “static electricity”, or electrostatic discharge. To prevent this from happening, be sure to follow the guidelines in Adaptive Tech Memo 00-0005, “Guidelines for Controlling Electrostatic Discharge Damage”, available at Adaptive’s web site at http://www.adaptivedisplays.com.

  • Page 28: Opening A Sign

    Part replacement P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix Opening a sign Separate instructions are provided for opening the 1.75-inch pitch sign. This sign must be opened differently because it is larger and uses a handle. WARNING! Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage may cause serious injury or death. Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing.

  • Page 29: Figure 18:Removing Quick Release Pin And Unfastening Led Panels

    Part replacement December 10, 2007 ➩ To close a 1.07-inch or 1.35-inch pitch sign 1. Pull out the quick release pin to unfasten the LED panels from the underside of the front face frame and lower the panels. Pull out the quick-release pin. LED panel Figure 18.Removing quick release pin and unfastening LED panels 2.

  • Page 30: Figure 21:Turning The Winch Handle

    Part replacement P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix 4. On the right side of the sign, turn the handle clockwise approximately 40 times until the door lift arms have fully extended. Stop turning the winch as soon as you feel resistance. Clockwise (CS) Figure 21.Turning the winch handle 5.

  • Page 31: Figure 23:Disengaging The Door's Support Arms

    Part replacement December 10, 2007 ➩ To close a 1.75-inch pitch sign 1. Disengage the support arms by turning the winch handle clockwise until the door opens and the lift arms bottom out. Door Support Arm Lift Arm Clockwise (CS) Figure 23.Disengaging the door’s support arms 2.

  • Page 32: Sign Controller Board Replacement

    Part replacement P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix Sign controller board replacement WARNING! Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage may cause serious injury or death. Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing. ➩ To replace the controller #1 or #2 board 1.

  • Page 33: Figure 27:Controller Board Screws And Jumpers

    Part replacement December 10, 2007 5. Disconnect all cables from the controller board to be replaced. 6. Remove the four screws (circled) securing the controller board to the sign. Jumpers Example controller shown, Ethernet port is not shown. Figure 27.Controller board screws and jumpers 7.

  • Page 34: Figure 28:Settings In The Ip Set Utility

    To assign an IP address, the IP Set Utility program must be installed on the computer that will be communicating to the sign. Contact Adaptive Technical Services at (800) 558-7022 or (414) 357-2020 if you do not have this program.

  • Page 35: Power Supply Replacement

    Part replacement December 10, 2007 Power supply replacement WARNING! Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage may cause serious injury or death. Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing. ➩ To replace a power supply 1. Open the sign. See “Opening a sign” on page 28. 2.

  • Page 36: Figure 30:Screw Locations On The Power Supply

    Part replacement P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix 5. Loosen the four screws (circled) and remove power supply from the sign. Figure 30.Screw locations on the power supply 6. Fasten the new power supply to the sign. 7. Reconnect all the wires to the new power supply. 8.

  • Page 37: Diode Module Replacement

    Part replacement December 10, 2007 Diode module replacement WARNING! Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage may cause serious injury or death. Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing. ➩ To replace the diode module 1. Open the sign. See “Opening a sign” on page 28. 2.

  • Page 38: Figure 32:Diode Module Connections

    Part replacement P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix 8. Reconnect wiring to the diode module and tighten the screws. Diode module part number: 30300002SP Diode module part number: 30300003LFSP W8 Connects Here W8 Connects Here W10 Connects Here W6 Connects Here W6 Connects Here W10 Connects Here Figure 32.Diode module connections...

  • Page 39: Relay Replacement

    Part replacement December 10, 2007 Relay replacement WARNING! Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage may cause serious injury or death. Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing. ➩ To replace a relay 1. Open the sign. See “Opening a sign” on page 28. 2.
  • Page 40 Part replacement P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix 4. Mark each wire with the terminal number (1 to 4) to which it is connected and disconnect the wires from the relay. Note: If there is a cover over the relay to be replaced, remove it. INPUT Relay shown with same orientation as panel...

  • Page 41: Led Driver Board Replacement

    Part replacement December 10, 2007 LED driver board replacement WARNING! Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage may cause serious injury or death. Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing. ➩ To replace a driver board 1. Open the sign. See “Opening a sign” on page 28. 2.

  • Page 42: Fan Replacement

    Part replacement P1509 21 x 125 Line Matrix Fan replacement WARNING! Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage may cause serious injury or death. Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing. ➩ To replace a fan 1. Open the sign. See “Opening a sign” on page 28. 2.

  • Page 43: Heater Replacement

    Part replacement December 10, 2007 7. Slide the new fan into the frame pointing in the correct direction (intake fan pointing toward inside of sign, exhaust fan pointing toward outside of sign). 8. Reattach the fan guards with the 6-32 screws and nuts. 9.
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