Daktronics DF-2300 Series Installation And Operation Manual

Petroleum price displays. flexible drop-in model
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Petroleum Price Displays
DF-2300 Series
Flexible Drop-in Model
Installation and Operation Manual
ED-17026
Rev 0
10 January 2007
331 32nd Ave PO Box 5128 Brookings SD 57006
Tel: 605-697-4034 or 877-605-1113
Fax: 605-697-4444 Website: www.daktronics.com

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  • Page 1 Petroleum Price Displays DF-2300 Series Flexible Drop-in Model Installation and Operation Manual ED-17026 Rev 0 10 January 2007 331 32nd Ave PO Box 5128 Brookings SD 57006 Tel: 605-697-4034 or 877-605-1113 Fax: 605-697-4444 Website: www.daktronics.com...
  • Page 2 Please fill in the information below for this Data display and controller. Use it for reference when calling Daktronics for assistance. Refer to the cover page of the manual for Daktronics Customer Call Center contact information. Display Serial No. _____________________________________________ Display Model No.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Instructions for Replacing Parts ..............5-3 Replacing a Digit (10" and 13" digits) .............5-3 Replacing a Digit Segment (22 inch digits)..........5-4 Replacing a Driver..................5-4 Daktronics Exchange and Repair & Return Programs ........5-5 Exchange Program ...................5-5 Repair & Return Program.................5-6 How to Reach Us..................5-6...
  • Page 4 Section 6: POS Interface Installation and Operation.........6-1 System Installation..................6-1 Configuring the DM-100 for Gilbarco G-Site Interface......... 6-2 Preparation....................6-2 Configuration................... 6-2 Configuring the DM-100 for Allied Interface ..........6-3 Preparation....................6-3 Configuration................... 6-3 Configuring the DM-100 for PAM 1000 Interface......... 6-4 Preparation....................
  • Page 5 List of Figures Figure 1: DF-2300 Flexible Display Face ..............1-1 Figure 2: Sign with Digit Displays................1-1 Figure 3: Daktronics Drawing Label ................1-2 Figure 4: Display Identification Label ................1-2 Figure 5: Installing Display in Curved Sign ...............2-2 Figure 6: Power and Signal Routing................3-1 Figure 7: Power Connection..................3-3...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    This manual explains the installation, maintenance, and operation of Daktronics DataMaster Outdoor LED Petroleum Price Displays. If questions arise regarding the safety, installation, operation, or service of these systems, contact Daktronics Customer Call Center at the contact numbers listed on the cover page of this manual.
  • Page 8: Model Number

    Drawing A-181218. Figure 3: Daktronics Drawing Label The serial and model numbers of a Daktronics display can be found on the ID label on the back of the display. The label will be similar to the one shown in Figure 4.
  • Page 9: Mechanical Installation

    • Disconnect power when servicing the display. • Do not modify the display structure or attach any panels or coverings without the express written consent of Daktronics. Display Specifications Reference Drawings: Shop Drawing DF-2300-10-NA-DI-SHE, FLEX ......Drawing B-275571 Shop Drawing DF-2300-13-NA-DI-SHE, FLEX ......Drawing B-281224 Shop Drawing DF-2300-22-NA-DI-SHE, FLEX ......Drawing B-287545...
  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Mechanical installation for the drop-in models typically consists of inserting the display into an opening in a large sign and securing it with mounting clips. Follow these specific steps for installing the display cabinet into the sign. Figure 5: Installing Display in Curved Sign 1.
  • Page 11: Electrical Installation

    Section 3: Electrical Installation Electrical installation consists of the following processes, as shown in Figure 6: • providing power and ground to a disconnect near the display. • routing power and ground from the main disconnect to the display driver/power enclosure.
  • Page 12: Power Installation

    Reference Drawing: ......Drawing A-263988 Wiring Schematic, DF-2000/4000 Series Daktronics DataMaster displays have been designed for simple hook-up of power and signal. Correct power installation is imperative for proper display operation. Only qualified individuals should attempt to complete the electrical installation;...
  • Page 13: Power Disconnect

    Article 250 of the National Electric Code may be used. • Resistance to ground 10 ohms or less: This is required by Daktronics for proper display performance. If the resistance to ground is higher than 10 ohms, it will be necessary to install additional grounding electrodes to reduce the resistance.
  • Page 14: Signal Connection

    Signal Connection LED Drivers Reference Drawing: Specifications; Gas Price Driver, 4 Col......Drawing A-250728 In the display, the LED driver performs the task 4-Column LED Driver of switching digits on and off. One driver at Connector No. Function each sign installation is designated as the “host driver.”...
  • Page 15 Power Up Self-test Every time the display is powered up, it will run through a verification sequence. This is a good way to check that the displays are set up and working correctly. The following items will be shown on the digit displays. The second column explains the significance of each item.
  • Page 17: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Disconnect power when not using the display. Daktronics displays are built for long life and require little maintenance. However, at times, displays may not work correctly. Use this section to pinpoint the problems and find solutions. Component Location and Access Two methods are available to access the components of these displays, depending on the tasks that need to be accomplished.
  • Page 18: Diagnostics

    The internal components of the display are located as shown in Figure 11. Note that the transformer is attached to the back panel. The driver is mounted between two digit boards. The power hook-up pigtail will be connected to the power source wiring with wire nuts.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section lists potential problems with the display, indicates possible causes, and suggests corrective action. This list does not include every possible problem, but it does represent some of the more common situations that may occur. (Refer to the appropriate manual for a list of potential problems with add-on or separately mounted message centers.
  • Page 21: Parts Replacement

    Section 5: Parts Replacement Daktronics Petroleum Price Displays are built for long life and easy maintenance. On occasion, however, a part may need to be replaced. In that case, follow these steps. 1. Find the part number label on a part or refer to the list in Section 5.1 for the correct part number.
  • Page 22 Daktronics Description Part No. Communication Boards and Accessories Junction box, outdoor, 9-pin D-male 0A-1196-0093 Junction box, indoor, 9-pin D, male 0A-1196-0099 RC-50 Radio with overlay 0A-1356-0064 Receiver card 0P-1192-0355 Antenna A-2015 Transformer, wall pack T-1118 RC-100 Price Display insert LL-2617...
  • Page 23: Instructions For Replacing Parts

    3. The digits are secured to the inside of the panel with fixed machine screws, spacers, and push nuts. Remove the nuts and lift the digit off the standoff screws. The push nuts can be removed in several ways, but Daktronics recommends using a 9/32" nut driver.
  • Page 24: Replacing A Digit Segment (22 Inch Digits)

    Replacing a Digit Segment (22” digits) Some larger digits, such as the 22” digits in these displays, may be constructed in segments, as shown in Figure 13. It may be possible to make repairs by removing only the defective segment. As with smaller digits, the digit segment circuit boards are mounted to the back side of the front panel.
  • Page 25: Daktronics Exchange And Repair & Return Programs

    Exchange Program Daktronics unique Exchange Program is a quick, economical service for replacing key parts in need of repair. If a part requires repair or replacement, Daktronics sends the customer a replacement, and the customer sends the problem part to Daktronics.
  • Page 26: Repair & Return Program

    Repair & Return Program For items not subject to exchange, Daktronics offers a Repair & Return Program. To send a part for repair, follow these steps. 1. Call your local Daktronics representative or the Daktronics Customer Call Center: 877-605-1115 (toll-free) or 605-697-4036.
  • Page 27: Pos Interface Installation And Operation

    Section 6: POS Interface Installation and Operation A Point of Sale (POS) interface option is available with DataMaster LED Petroleum Price Displays. Displays with this option automatically update when product prices are changed in the POS. Displays with the POS interface option will be supplied with a POS Interface Kit (see table below for part numbers).
  • Page 28: Configuring The Dm-100 For Gilbarco G-Site Interface

    7. Attach the DB9 to DB9 cable (W-1267) to the junction box as shown on the riser diagram. Coil any excess cable and cable-tie it out of the way. 8. Plug the transformer (T-1118) into an outlet and connect the output to the power jack on the j-box.
  • Page 29: Configuring The Dm-100 For Allied Interface

    3. Each price in the Gilbarco G-Site is uniquely identified by ‘price category’. Each price category corresponds to the price assigned to a particular grade/service level/price level. Use the menu shown below to configure which price category you would like displayed on each line of the display. PRICE CATEGORY LINE 1 : 1 ↓↑...
  • Page 30: Configuring The Dm-100 For Pam 1000 Interface

    3. Each price in Allied is uniquely identified by grade, service level, and price level. Use the < > and < > keys to select a grade for the line. If a line is not used, select <NONE DISPLAYED>. GRADE ON LINE 1 GRADE 1 ↓↑...
  • Page 31: Configuration

    Configuration 1. Press the <MENU> key and use the < > and < > keys to scroll to the POS SETTINGS menu item. POS SETTINGS ENT TO MODIFY ↓↑ Press <ENTER>. 2. Select the POS type by using the < > and < > keys to scroll to PAM 1000. POS INTERFACE PAM 1000 ↓↑...
  • Page 32: Changing Prices Manually

    Changing Prices Manually Each display line for which a price category is configured will automatically update when the price is changed in the POS system. Attempting to manually edit prices that are configured for POS control will cause the following screen to appear: THIS LINE POS CTRLD.
  • Page 33: Dm-100 Controller

    Reference Drawing: Address Dip Switch Settings........Drawing B-256001 The DataMaster 100 Series controller, shown in Figure 9, is a hand-held controller designed to operate Daktronics LED DataMaster displays. This lightweight controller is encased in ABS plastic, making it a durable and convenient control option.
  • Page 34: Connecting The Dm-100 To The Display

    Connecting the DM-100 to the Display Reference Drawing: Address Dip Switch Settings .........Drawing B-256001 The DataMaster displays may be controlled from a location inside a building or from the base of the display, depending on customer preference. Drawing B-256001 and the subsections that follow provide greater detail on both installations using signal wire.
  • Page 35: Datamaster Insert And Code

    Reference Drawing: Insert, LL-2551 Price/T&T Display ......Drawing A-167856 The DataMaster 100 uses a keypad insert to program rate information into Daktronics LED DataMaster Rate Displays. The DM-100 insert illustrated in Figure 19 is used to control the displays. If an insert is lost or damaged, make a copy of the insert from Drawing A-167856 located in Appendix A.
  • Page 36: Petroleum Price Display Startup

    Petroleum Price Display Startup To operate the DataMaster Gas Price displays, the DataMaster 100 must first be programmed to the gas price function. Use the < > key on start-up. SET FUNCTION Use the following table as a guide to start-up procedures. LCD Screen Action Plug the wall pack transformer into a 120 V AC...
  • Page 37: Petroleum Price Controller Operation

    Petroleum Price Controller Operation The Petroleum Price Controller LCD display will default to showing the current display settings on power up. The following text will be shown on the LCD. LCD Screen Action The display will toggle between these two LINE PRICE screens.
  • Page 38: Menu Items

    Menu Items Pressing the < > key accesses the following settings: MENU Setting Price Line 1 Price Line 2 Price Line 3 Price Line 4 Price Line 5 LED Test? Display Option Modem Settings Display Status Set Time 12HR Use Menu items 1-5 to edit the price on each line of the display. Lines are typically numbered top to bottom with 1 being the top of the display.
  • Page 39: Display Status

    Display Status The Display Status menu item can be used with a bi-directional display setup to get display status back from the driver. The controller will cycle through various LCD message screens, illustrated below and on the following page, that show display status.
  • Page 40 LCD Screen Action Press < > to get the status of the display that is Display status ENTER connected to the DM-100. Get status? The LCD will scroll through the status sent back from the display. Following is a list of responses: Firmware Version Driver Firmware This is the firmware version programmed on the host...
  • Page 41: Set Time

    Set Time This allows the time and date to be set with the DM-100. LCD Screen Action HH – Current hours value SET TIME–12HR MM – Current minutes value HH:MM AM ↓ AM – Current AM/PM setting (not shown when 24-hour time is selected) Using the number keys, enter the Time in the 12-hour (or 24-hour) format.
  • Page 42: Dimming

    Dimming The dimming level of the Rate display can be adjusted in two ways. A light sensor, mounted on each driver, can detect the level of ambient light at the display location and dim the sign's LEDs accordingly. This function is known as automatic dimming. When the manual dimming function is selected, the LEDs remain at the same level of brightness regardless of the level of light detected at the display.
  • Page 43: Update Display

    The following LCD prompt is shown for either Manual or Automatic dimming selections: LCD Screen Action ↑↓ Press the up or down arrow key < > to modify INTENSITY XX ↓↑ the current intensity of the display (Note: The ENTER TO SET DataMaster must be connected to the display) XX –...
  • Page 45: Rc-50 Controller

    Section 8: RC-50 Controller The RC-50 controller can be configured to program petroleum price variances displayed on the LED DataMaster Petroleum Price sign. The instructions provided in this section discuss the functions used by the operator to control the Petroleum Price display. RC-50 Operation Reference Drawing: RC-50 Quick install Guide ...........Drawing A-257189...
  • Page 47: Petroleum Price Display Operation

    Section 9: RC-100 Controller The RC-100 controller can be configured to program petroleum price variances displayed on the LED DataMaster Petroleum Price sign. The instructions provided in this section discuss the functions used by the operator to control the Petroleum Price display. Note: Although multiple wireless handheld controllers may be connected to a single wireless base station server, the rate display application allows for only one handheld device to be connected at a time.
  • Page 48: Modifying Price Line Settings

    • This message appears next on the screen. CHANGE FUNCTION? • If “GAS PRICE” was shown on the bottom line PRESS SET of the LCD during startup, do nothing. The FUNCT controller will automatically default to previous Gas Price settings. •...
  • Page 49: Dimming

    LCD Screen Action • Press any of the number keys to edit the price EDIT LINE L value for this line. Press the down arrow key $D.CC T/10 ↓ ↓ > to modify the value of the 1/10-cent data < for this line (see note below).
  • Page 50 • Press the <ENTER/EDIT> key to edit the SET AUTO auto dimming max intensity. This is the DIMMING maximum intensity that the display will use in MAX INTENSITY? full-bright modes (during daylight hours.) • Press <CLEAR> to keep the current auto dimming maximum setting •...
  • Page 51: Appendix A: Reference Drawings

    “M- _ _ _ ” denotes a metal part, and “0M-_ _ _ _ _ _” typically denotes a fabricated metal assembly. Daktronics drawing numbers are located in the bottom right corner of the drawing. Refer to Section 1.4 for instructions on reading the drawing number. Drawings are grouped by function `1and then listed in numeric order.

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