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Adaptive AlphaXpress 8731 Installation And Maintenance Manual

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AlphaXpress 8731
Front Access
Full-Matrix Display Signs
Installation and Maintenance Manual
March 2, 2009
Manual Part Number 1508610601 rev. A

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  • Page 1 AlphaXpress 8731 Front Access Full-Matrix Display Signs Installation and Maintenance Manual March 2, 2009 Manual Part Number 1508610601 rev. A...
  • Page 2 414-357-2029 (fax) http://www.adaptivedisplays.com Adaptive is a registered trademark of Adaptive Micro Systems. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Due to continuing product innovation, specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    LED driver board ................. . 31 AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 4 AlphaXpress 8731 models (single row models)..............51 AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Preventing Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Damage components from ESD damage. Safety information Equipment symbols Chassis ground Warnings and cautions Warnings and cautions are posted in appropriate locations throughout this manual. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 6: Controller Memory Battery Backup

    Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 3V lithium battery (Panasonic CR2032 or equivalent) Figure 1. A 3V lithium battery is located on the sign controller. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 7: 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 8 14.25” 34.25” Figure 3. AX-8731-27x72-18A 27 x 90 dimensions Power panel Power panel Power panel Power panel cube cube cube cube Controller cube 253.2” 14.25” 34.25” Figure 4. AX-8731-27x90-18A AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 9: General System

    LED display line. The display line format used in AlphaXpress 8731 signs is full matrix, which allows for the display of any alphanumeric character, including punctuation marks, as well as simple graphics characters. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 10: Vms Control System

    NTCIP protocol. Ethernet does not come standard on AlphaXpress 8731 signs; the option is available, however, at the customer’s request. Placement of controllers The controllers are located in the lower right modular case of all AlphaXpress 8731 sign configurations. Controller plate Figure 7. Controller plate on model AX-8731-27x54-18A.

  • Page 11: Led Brightness Control System

    The AC input to the sign system consists of 120VAC 30A single-phase service wired to the input AC terminal block located on the controller plate. See “AlphaXpress 8731 models (three row models)” on page 7 or the “Appendix” on page 51 for the number of circuits required for your sign. AC is internally wired to the DC power supplies.
  • Page 12 AC wiring. Figure 8. Model AX-8731-27x54-18A All power supply panels are located in the second (center) row on three row AlphaXpress 8731 sign configurations. Refer to Figure 2 – Figure 6 for power supply panel locations.

  • Page 13: Installation

    Note: Tilting brackets are optional equipment, not all signs are shipped with them. Torque to 45 FT LBS per bolt Degree Hole Degree Hole of Tilt of Tilt Figure 9. Tilt assembly illustrations and degree settings for the optional tilting brackets. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 14: Lifting The Sign

    Lifting bar Use both eyebolts to lift the sign. Front view NOT RECOMMENDED Use both eyebolts to lift the sign. Not less than 60° Front view Figure 10.Sign lifting guidelines. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 15: Electrical Installation

    Controller plate Note: Terminal block accepts a maximum of 8AWG wire. Line 120VAC / 30Amp Service Ground Neutral Figure 12.Terminal block on controller plate for all signs except 27x126. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 16: Beacon Option

    SIGNAL CLOSURE SERRATED LOCK 1508230201 61910044 RING 1.5-INCH 1.5-INCH HEX NOTCHED 64000029 64000030 NIPPLE COUPLING 6-INCH NEOPRENE 63320022 64000028 THREADED GASKET NIPPLE 12-INCH BEACON HOUSING WITH HUB PLATE 634008901 64000031 AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 17: Light Sensor Wiring Diagram

    Wire and plug the SEE NOTE 2 SEE NOTE 2 light sensor and power supply panel communication cables (cable marked “comm”) into J6 on Controller #2. Figure 14.Light sensor wiring. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 18: Sign To Ground Controller Network Connection

    GREEN - BLUE/WHITE WHITE WHITE - WHITE/BLUE RED - ORANGE/WHITE BLACK - WHITE/ORANGE BLACK SHIELD SHIELD GREEN - BLUE/WHITE GREEN WHITE - WHITE/BLUE WHITE Figure 15.Ground controller communications wiring. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 19: Network Connection Directly To Sign

    P3 port on Controller 1. See (Item R) components. “Controller #1 and #2” on page 27. Figure 16.Communication wiring directly to sign. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
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  • Page 21: Equipment

    • Serviceability: Front access. • Weight: see “AlphaXpress 8731 models (three row models)” on page 7 or the “Appendix” on page 51. • Electrical: 120VAC, 50/60Hz, 30A; see “AlphaXpress 8731 models (three row models)” on page 7 or the “Appendix” on page 51.

  • Page 22: Outside Views

    Used to lift sign. These should NOT be used to mount the sign. LEDS Used to display messages. SIGN MOUNTING Used to mount display cases. Varies depending on sign dimensions; see “AlphaXpress 8731 models (three row STRUCTURE models)” on page 7. TIE PLATE Used to secure display mountings together vertically.

  • Page 23: Inside View

    12V controller battery backup keeps the controllers operating, does not power or backup the sign. For BATTERY BACKUP all three row sign configurations, the battery backup plate is in the cube directly to the left of the controller cube. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 24: Controller Plate

    1507500101 Outlet (GFCI). COMM OPTION LOCATION Communication option location. I/O COM TERMINAL BLOCK 43201054 I/O for controller connections (e.g., power fail signals, power for controllers, light sensor power, etc.). AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 25: Controller Plate For 27 X 126 Signs

    Service outlet (GFCI). COMM OPTION LOCATION Communication option location. I/O COM TERMINAL BLOCK 43201054 I/O for controller connections (e.g., power fail signals, power for controllers, light sensor power, etc.). AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 26: Ground Controller Panel (Optional)

    Set = activate diagnostics and messages. POWER SUPPLY 40656304 Meanwell SP-200-12 switching power supply, 12VDC output: Power indicator Voltage output adjustment 12VDC outputs AC power in: GND, Neutral, and Hot AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 27: Controller #1 And #2

    Used to control beacons (when installed). JMP1 Configures controllers for DC power. POWER Connects to 12VDC power. CONNECTOR RS232 PORT Not used. BAT1 CONTROLLER 3V lithium battery (Panasonic CR2032 or equivalent). BATTERY AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 28 Initiates soft reset on controller board. RESET SWITCH RS232 PORT • Two-controller configuration—used to interface RS232 to device. • Three-controller configuration—not used. • Controller #2 P3—not used. RS232 PORT RS232 COMM PORT 1—not used. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 29: Power Panel And Power Supply

    The 1000 watt power supply converts and regulates incoming AC power into DC power PN 1509904101 protecting electronic sign components from the irregularities of AC power. AC TERMINAL BLOCK AC power wiring from the controller plate attaches to this terminal block. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 30 Flashing = PDMB processor is running its tasks. DC POWER OUTPUT +12VDC is supplied to all connected electronic components. • V– = Violet wiring • V+ = Orange wiring AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 31: Led Driver Board

    Refer to the appropriate wiring diagram for your sign model. These are preset from the factory with the Plugs into P2 correct settings. Supplies power to the LED driver board. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
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  • Page 33: Maintenance

    2. Saturate the cleaning brush with the cleaning solution in the bucket or with the spray bottle. 3. Clean the sign's lens and louvers in a horizontal motion, starting from the top and progressing toward the bottom. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
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  • Page 35: 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 36: Opening A Sign

    Note: On older sign models, a screw was used for securing the door open. For newer models, automatic engaging prop rods are used. Front face frame Prop rods (both sides of modular case) Figure 28.Prop rods on the front face frame. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 37: Controller Board Replacement

    #1 board” on page 38. If Controller #1 is non-Ethernet (pn 12069003), set dip switch 1 to the ON position. If Controller #2 was replaced, set dip switch 2 to the ON position. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 38 Note: 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 39: Ground Controller (Controller #3) Board Replacement

    #1 through #8 = address Switches #1 to #8 = address Figure 32.DIP switch settings for the ground controller. 4. Disconnect all the cables from the ground controller board. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 40 Figure 33.Ground controller screw locations. 6. Fasten the new ground controller board to the plate and reconnect all the cables to the new board. 7. Apply power to the ground controller plate. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 41 Note: 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 42: Power Supply Replacement

    DC power output — This connection is not easily detached. DO NOT use tools to pry this connection apart damage to the connector may occur voiding the warranty. Figure 35.Disconnecting power supply cables. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 43 Note: When the power supply powers on all LEDs will be lit for a few moments before returning to their normal function. 8. Secure power panel cover and close the sign. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 44 4. Fasten the new power supply to the sign and then reconnect all the wires to the new power supply. 5. Close the sign and then apply power to the sign. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 45: Diode Replacement

    Diode module part number: 30300003LFSP 30300002SP ORG-W3 Connects Here ORG-W2 Connects Here ORG-W2 Connects Here ORG-W3 Connects Here ORG-W6 or W5 Connects Here ORG-W6 or W5 Connects Here Figure 40.Diode module connections. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 46: Led Driver Board Replacement

    Reattach the anchor screw. 7. Reconnect the cables to the LED driver boards (P1, P2, and P3). 8. Reapply power to the sign, close the door and verify operation. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 47: Fan Replacement

    Use a heat gun directed at the fan thermostat to verify fan operation. The thermostat must be heated to 122ºF (50ºC) to initiate fan operation.Verify the fan is blowing in the correct direction (upper fan right, lower fan left). AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)

  • Page 48: Light Sensor Replacement

    Globe Address (1) Light sensor boards Address (0) Address (2) Seal Figure 45.Light sensor screws, base, bracket, globe, and addressing. 3. Locate the light sensor board to be replaced. AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 49 6. Attach the replacement light sensor board and screw down the wire connector. 7. Reattach the attachment bracket and globe to the base with the 12 screws (see Figure 45 on page 48). AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
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  • Page 51: Appendix

    9 x 36 dimensions Power Controller panel cube cube 113.0" 14.25” 34.25” Figure 49.AX-8731-9x36 9 x 54 dimensions Fan only Power Controller cube panel cube cube 160.0" 14.25” 34.25” Figure 50.AX-8731-9x54 AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
  • Page 52 9 x 126 dimensions Fan only Fan only Fan only Power Fan only Fan only Controller cube cube cube panel cube cube cube cube 347.0" 14.25” 34.25” Figure 54.AX-8731-9x126 AlphaXpress 8731 Sign Installation and Maintenance Manual (pn 1508610601 rev. A)
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