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Modular LED Football Scoreboards Installation Manual Rev 2 – 5 December 2013 DD2363266 Model Series FB-2500 FB-2600 201 Daktronics Drive PO Box 5128 Brookings, SD 57006-5128 Tel: 1-800-DAKTRONICS (1-800-325-8766) Fax: 605-697-4746 www.daktronics.com/support...
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Section 1: Introduction This manual explains the installation of Daktronics Modular LED Football Scoreboards (Product 1647). For additional information regarding the safety, installation, operation, or service of this system, refer to the telephone numbers listed in Section 5. This manual is not specific to a particular installation.
Please have the assembly number, model number, and the date manufactured on hand when calling Daktronics customer service to ensure the request is serviced as quickly as possible. Knowing the facility name and/or job number will also be helpful. Note that the Product Number(s) are sometimes used to distinguish different generations of the scoreboards having the same model number.
The columns, footings, and all connection details must be designed and certified by a professional engineer licensed to practice in the state of the scoreboard installation. Note: Daktronics does not assume any liability for any installation derived from the information provided in this manual or installations designed and installed by others.
Scoreboard Mounting Three standard mounting methods are available for Daktronics modular football scoreboards. Each method requires spring nuts to be inserted into the rear channel of the scoreboard: Insert spring nuts into the top and bottom scoreboard channels. Twist the spring nuts until they are perpendicular to the scoreboard channel (Figure 5).
I-Beam Clamps This mounting method is used to mount a scoreboard to I-beams with a flange thickness of " – ". If flange thickness is greater than ", longer bolts will be required at additional expense. Mounting hardware includes I-beam clamps, -13 x 3"...
Clamping Angles This mounting method may be used to mount a scoreboard to I-beams or any beam/pole that does not have flanges. Mounting hardware includes rear clamping angles; -13 x 24" threaded rods; and " nuts, flat washers, and lock washers. Refer to Figure 7 and Drawing A-1048184 in Appendix B. Note: The threaded rods do not pass through the beams;...
Figure 8: Mounting Tube Attachment, Side View Ad Panel Mounting Unistrut Attachment Using the backup channel as a template, drill four " holes in the upper and lower rear flanges of the ad panel where the beams will be located. Note: Try to ensure that the two center holes will be within the width of the beam.
I-Beam Clamps Mounting hardware includes I-beam clamps, -13 x 3" bolts, " flat washers, and " lock washers. Refer to Figure 10 and Drawing A-1052539 in Appendix B. Note: I-beams must have a flange thickness of " – ". If flange thickness is greater than ", longer bolts will be required at added expense.
Note: Some users install devices to protect the scoreboard from projectiles. Scoreboard protection devices not provided by Daktronics must be approved by Daktronics prior to installation. Failure to follow this approval procedure will void the scoreboard warranty.
It is the responsibility of the electrical contractor to ensure that all electrical work meets or exceeds local and national codes. Daktronics engineering staff must approve all changes or the warranty will be void. Power Correct power installation is imperative for proper display operation.
Installation with Ground and Neutral Conductors Provided For this type of installation, the power circuit must contain an isolated earth-ground conductor. In this circumstance, do not connect neutral to ground at the disconnect or at the display as this would violate electrical codes and void the warranty. Use a disconnect so that all ungrounded lines can be disconnected.
(Figure 13) of one section to SIGNAL IN on the signal card of another. For signal cable, Daktronics recommends, as a minimum, single-pair, shielded cable, 22 AWG (part # W-1077). Two-pair shielded cable (part # W-1234) is preferred.
All Sport console’s scoreboard output and the fiber optic cable (not provided by Figure 16: Driver Fiber Daktronics). Connection Location Power/Signal Connections Between Sections The table below lists the scoreboard sections that do not receive main power or signal:...
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Refer to Figure 17 for internal power/signal connection guidelines between a T.O.L. section and its mating HOME/GUEST section. Figure 17: T.O.L. Power/Signal Interconnections (Front View) Refer to Figure 18 for internal power/signal connection guidelines between DOWN/TO GO and BALL ON/QTR sections. DOWN/ TO GO sections are reversed.
For sections that are too far apart to use internal interconnects, the signal may be re-driven, or “daisy-chained”. Typically, the Game Clock section would receive primary signal from the control location, and signal cable could then branch out to the HOME score and GUEST score sections.
The Daktronics Exchange Program is a service for quickly replacing key components in need of repair. If a component fails, Daktronics sends a replacement part to the customer who, in turn, returns the failed component to Daktronics. This decreases equipment downtime.
Repair & Return Program For items not subject to exchange, Daktronics offers a Repair & Return Program. To send a part for repair, follow these steps: Call or fax Daktronics Customer Service: Refer to the appropriate market phone number in the chart on the previous page.
Installation Manual (ED-10006), available online at www.daktronics.com/manuals. Radio Control Radio control is an option for all Daktronics outdoor LED scoreboards. The system provides scoreboard control via a 2.4 GHz, extra-high frequency FM signal. The radio transmitter and receiver are not standard. This setup requires a control console equipped with radio output as well as a radio receiver plugged into the primary driver and mounted internally to the front panel of the scoreboard.
To install a changeable panel: Insert the screws on the caption changing pole (Daktronics part # 0F-1091-0099) into the keyholes on the panel. Lift the panel all the way up into the upper retainer and then insert the bottom of the panel into the lower retainer (Figure 20).
Appendix A: Specifications Document Title Document Number FB-2500 & FB-2600 Series Modular Football Scoreboards Specifications ......DD2216211 Specifications...
FB-2611 180x234 Video Display Designed to accompany Daktronics standard outdoor LED video displays, the FB-2500 and FB-2600 series of modular football scoreboards provides an endless variety of layout possibilities. They may also be used independently of a video display, such as for auxiliary scoreboards along a section of narrow fascia.
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*Sections with 30" or smaller digits are shown with a max of 300 W. Sections with 36" or larger digits and all sections with white digits include a 1000 W power supply and actual digit power consumption is shown. WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746 DD2216211 071015 Page 2 of 12...
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*Sections with 30" or smaller digits are shown with a max of 300 W. Sections with 36" or larger digits and all sections with white digits include a 1000 W power supply and actual digit power consumption is shown. WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746 DD2216211 071015 Page 3 of 12...
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All Home score models come with choice of vinyl, backlit, or electronic captions. HOME HOME HOME T.O.L. T.O.L. WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746 DD2216211 071015 Page 4 of 12...
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*Sections with 30" or smaller digits are shown with a max of 300 W. Sections with 36" or larger digits and all sections with white digits include a 1000 W power supply and actual digit power consumption is shown. WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746 DD2216211 071015 Page 5 of 12...
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All Guest score models come with choice of vinyl, backlit, or electronic captions. GUEST GUEST GUEST T.O.L. T.O.L. WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746 DD2216211 071015 Page 6 of 12...
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When sections are stacked one on top of the other, the team name sections will always be directly above the scoring sections. HOME HOME HOME FB-2534 GUEST GUEST GUEST HOME HOME HOME FB-2541 GUEST GUEST GUEST WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746 DD2216211 071015 Page 7 of 12...
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R/A = 300 FB-2633 24" (610 mm) (1.46 m, 2.93 m, 203 mm) (105 kg) W = 150 WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746 DD2216211 071015 Page 8 of 12...
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TO GO BALL ON FB-2630 FB-2631 FB-2658* FB-2659* DOWN BALL ON FB-2632 FB-2633 TO GO FB-2660* FB-2661* WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746 DD2216211 071015 Page 9 of 12...
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When sections are stacked one on top of the other, the BALL ON section will always be above the QTR section. WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746...
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* Only for scoreboard without Team Name Message Centers FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • Architectural Specifi cations: See DD2216201 WWW.DAKTRONICS.COM E-MAIL: SALES@DAKTRONICS.COM 201 Daktronics Drive, PO Box 5128, Brookings, SD 57006 Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746 DD2216211 071015 Page 11 of 12...
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Appendix B: Reference Drawings Drawing Title Drawing Number P1647; Pole Mounting Options ....................A-1048184 P1647 MTG Tube Assembly Detail ..................A-1048268 Ad Panel Pole Mounting ......................B-1052388 Ad Panel I-beam Clamp Mounting ..................B-1052539 P1647; I-beam Clamp Mounting ..................... A-1052565 Reference Drawings...
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING - BOLT TORQUE: 30 FT-LB ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. OR ITS WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES. NOTES: COPYRIGHT 2016 DAKTRONICS, INC. (USA) OUTDOOR SCOREBOARDS...
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ONLY USED ON 2 SECTION TALL SCOREBOARDS THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE BROOKINGS, SD 57006 EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2011 DAKTRONICS, INC. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING OUTDOOR SCOREBOARDS...
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. OR ITS WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES. COPYRIGHT 2016 DAKTRONICS, INC. (USA) OUTDOOR SCOREBOARDS PROJECT:...
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ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT OF EXPLODED REAR ISOMETRIC VIEW DAKTRONICS, INC. OR ITS WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES. 17 APR 12 ADDED STACKED AD PANEL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS COPYRIGHT 2016 DAKTRONICS, INC. (USA)
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ALLOWABLE CAPACITY PER EACH CLAMP: ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT OF CLOSE TO THE I-BEAM FLANGES AS POSSIBLE DAKTRONICS, INC. OR ITS WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES. SHEAR = 160 LBS COPYRIGHT 2016 DAKTRONICS, INC. (USA) 4. WHEN SCOREBOARD IS ADJUSTED TO...
Appendix C: Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability...
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WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY This Warranty and Limitation of Liability (the “Warranty”) sets forth the warranty provided by Daktronics with respect to the Equipment. By accepting delivery of the Equipment, Purchaser agrees to be bound by and accept these terms and conditions. All defined terms within the Warranty shall have the same meaning and definition as provided elsewhere in the Agreement.
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In no event shall Daktronics be liable to Purchaser or any other party for loss, damage, or injury of any kind or nature arising out of or in connection with this Warranty in excess of the purchase price of the Equipment actually delivered to and paid for by the Purchaser.
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