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Summary of Contents for K&K Systems MB14821
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank You ..........................4 BLUETOOTH TABLET PROGRAMMING Introduction ......................... 5 Bluetooth Tablet Software ...................38 Components ........................6 Tablet Operation ......................38 Precautions, Safety, and Maintenance ..............8 Description of Tablet Controls ...................39 Vehicle Mount Mounting Holes................10 Tablet Programming Towing and Long-Term Storage ................12 Connecting to the Message Sign ..............40 Trailer Setup ........................13... -
Page 3: Thank You
THANK YOU INTRODUCTION FOR YOUR BUSINESS! The K&K Systems’ Message Signs are mobile changeable message signs that are mounted onto a service vehicle or a trailer with winch type or hydraulic lift. They utilize energy efficient LED displays and the latest and most efficient solar panels To Our Valued Customer, to display your message brightly and continuously during the day, night in any weather condition. -
Page 4: Components
COMPONENTS MESSAGE SIGN The display housing is framed in extruded TRAILER MOUNT POWER SOURCE aluminum and has a Lexan face that provides Our products incorporate a battery pack wired for 12 volt operation. The number UV protection along with glare resistance. The of batteries may vary depending on the requirements of the design. -
Page 5: Precautions, Safety, And Maintenance
PRECAUTIONS, SAFETY, AND MAINTENANCE • K&K recommends that the user clean the solar panels every 6 months. Over time MAINTENANCE the solar panels may build up a thin layer of dust/dirt/road grime that can adversely affect their efficiency significantly. • Check the battery every 6 months to ensure proper charging. If below 12.3 volts, The following are K&K Systems’... -
Page 6: Vehicle Mount Mounting Holes
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Page 7: Towing And Long-Term Storage
TOWING AND TRAILER SETUP LONG-TERM STORAGE Caution: Contact your dealer or manufacturer if any portion of this instruction guide is not understood. BEFORE BEGINNING TRAILER SETUP: TOWING 1. Check the charge on the controller/battery level. 2. Check all jacks to make sure they are properly attached. Failure to follow these instructions exactly can cause hitch ball failure or loss of trailer attachment resulting in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury. -
Page 8: Introduction
PROGRAMMING INTRODUCTION KEYBOARD PROGRAMMING MESSAGE DISPLAY CAPABILITIES Tips Your Message Sign provides messaging functionality to display predefined and custom messages in alphanumeric text. Full Matrix Message Signs can also display MUTCD graphics * Use the Fn+PgUp or PgDn keys to adjust the contrast of the LCD Screen. and animations. -
Page 9: Selecting Fonts
SELECTING FONT STYLES DISPLAY A PERMANENT MESSAGE Press the F1 through F4 to select the font to display before inputting your Permanent Messages are predefined messages already in the system. Reference the Permanent Message Text and Graphic list on pages Changeable Message. -
Page 10: Create And Edit A Changeable Multi-Page Message Sequence
CREATE/EDIT A CHANGEABLE CREATE A MESSAGE SEQUENCE/ MULTI-PAGE MESSAGE WITH PERMANENT AND MULTI-PAGE MESSAGE SEQUENCE CHANGEABLE MESSAGE The following steps will show you how to create a message that spans 2 or more pages, assign a number 1-99 to it, and save it to the Quick Selection Thumb Wheel. -
Page 11: Status
CHECK MESSAGE SIGN STATUS PERMANENT MESSAGE LIST: TEXT This menu selection lets you view the system status of current message, sign temperature, battery, and software version. These cannot be edited from this menu. 1. CURRENT MESSAGE Displays current message that is active on the MB 2. - Page 12 PERMANENT MESSAGE LIST: TEXT PERMANENT MESSAGE LIST: TEXT...
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Page 13: Full Matrix Permanent Graphics
PERMANENT GRAPHICS FULL MATRIX PERMANENT GRAPHICS Arrow graphics number are for both Full Matrix and 2-Line message signs. When enter- This list is applies to 3-Line (Full Matrix) Message Signs only. Permanent message ing the graphic code, the brackets must be included (example: [g1]. number can be either of the two listed numbers. - Page 14 FULL MATRIX PERMANENT GRAPHICS FULL MATRIX PERMANENT GRAPHICS This list is applies to 3-Line (Full Matrix) Message Signs only. This list is applies to 3-Line (Full Matrix) Message Signs only. Graphic Description Static Graphic Animated Series Graphic Description Static Graphic Animated Series Road Widens Railroad...
- Page 15 WIRELESS PROGRAMMING DESCRIPTION OF CROSSTALK CONTROLS RS232 Port Status Light Charging Light Input for Radar Data = ON, but not Solar controller status connected to cell service indicator shows when GREEN = ON and the battery is being connected to cell service charged: Green = Charged...
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Page 16: Crosstalk Online Software
CROSSTALK ONLINE SOFTWARE LOCATIONS WIRELESS CONNECTION The Locations menu is the default page upon login. The available units are listed in the Your Cross Talk Account is setup and ready to use upon arrival of your unit. To start using window. -
Page 17: Preset Messages
COMMANDER PRESET MESSAGES SELECTING MESSAGE MESSAGE EDITOR Locate the Preset Message drop Once logged in the Commander window down menu below the preview will open a blank sign. Select the Message window. This window will display Editor tab to enter new messages, edit all of the available messages. -
Page 18: Arrow Modes
CUSTOM MESSAGES ARROW MODES ARROW MODE SELECTION - ONLY FOR FULL MATRIX DISPLAYS Under the Arrow Modes tab are the MUTCD approved arrow patterns. Each arrow diagram previews the series of configurations that animate the arrow. Select the desired arrow pattern by clicking the pencil at the right of the diagram. -
Page 19: Settings
SETTINGS CONTROL The Control tab provides access to message signs to confirm date and time settings, Under the Settings tab are all of the controls for how your message displays on your perform tests, and receive information including current working status and location. message sign including message timing, flash rate, and dimming. -
Page 20: Tablet Operation
DESCRIPTION OF TABLET CONTROLS BLUETOOTH TABLET PROGRAMMING Bluetooth controlled units are equipped with a handheld tablet located inside the control box. One of the advantages of Bluetooth is that is does not require cellular service Stylus Pen to operate. K&K proprietary software called SignMaster allows you to create and send messages to your message sign. -
Page 21: Connecting To The Message Sign
TABLET PROGRAMMING CREATE A SEQUENCE/MULTI-PAGE MESSAGE SignMaster allows 4 pages of CONNECTING TO messages to be displayed in a MESSAGE SIGN sequence. Tap the Refresh button to activate the search for the message sign associated with 1) Tap “Type message here... ” this tablet. -
Page 22: Formatting Text
SignMaster let’s you format text using the menu above the message input field. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION After entering your message, tap the MESSAGE SIGNS desired button to make the text: SM-9001 MB14821 LED Panel • Make Message Flash • Align Left SM-9002 MB3L LED Panel • Align Centered SM-9003 MB9757 LED Panel •... -
Page 23: Vehicle Mount Troubleshooting
Please call 888-414-3003 for Tech Support if this guide does not VEHICLE MOUNT solve your issue. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 Message Sign does • Check for power at the plug, If no power: If power is present at plug: If controller will power up, If the problem persists:... -
Page 24: Trailer Mount: Keyboard Troubleshooting
Please call 888-414-3003 for Tech Support if this guide does not TRAILER MOUNT: KEYBOARD solve your issue. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 Message sign does not If the voltage is below 12V: If the regulator reports at least If the solar regulator reports If the issue persists:... -
Page 25: Trailer Mount: Wireless Troubleshooting
Please call 888-414-3003 for Tech Support if this guide does not TRAILER MOUNT: WIRELESS solve your issue. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 I can’t connect to • Attempt to get the status If no connection: If Status light is flashing red: If antennas are on correctly:... -
Page 26: Keyboard Battery Location And Replacement
CROSSTALK FUSE LOCATION & REPLACEMENT KEYBOARD BATTERY LOCATION & REPLACEMENT Access the CrossTalk components by removing the CrossTalk from the control box. 1) Remove the bottom right LED board to 1) Turn the CrossTalk over to remove 4 screws on the corners. expose the rear of the control box. -
Page 27: Wiring Diagrams
VEHICLE MOUNT WIRING DIAGRAMS CONTROLLER MESSAGE SIGN VA-600B EC-8RELAY25 2 (22) 3 (32) 5 (24) 1 (12) CYACT-001 6 (34) 8 (21) 4 (14) 9 (31) 7 (11) LED BOARD B (A2) A (A1) EC-8RELAY25 BLACK BLACK ORANGE LED BOARD HARNESS BLACK BLACK... - Page 28 TRAILER MOUNT: KEYBOARD WIRING DIAGRAMS CONTROLLER BATTERY BOX...
- Page 29 TRAILER MOUNT: WIRELESS WIRING DIAGRAMS MESSAGE SIGN CROSSTALK XL...
- Page 30 DIP SWITCHES SETTINGS DIP SWITCHES SETTINGS FOR MB14281 FOR MB3L...
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Page 31: Dip Switches
DIP SWITCHES SETTINGS CUSTOM MESSAGE LOG FOR MB9757 AND MB8249 Record your custom programmed messages below. Numbers 1-16 will automatically be accessible from the Quick Selection Thumb Wheel. QUICK SELECTION LIST... -
Page 32: Warranty
MANUF ACTURER’S WARRANTY 1. The manufacturer warrants that all products manufactured by K&K Systems, Inc. will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment, subject to the conditions and restrictions contained herein. 2. - Page 33 687 Palmetto Rd. Tupelo, Mississippi 38801 office: 662.566.2025 fax : 662.566.7123 toll-free: 888.414.3003 email: sales@k-ksystems.com www.k-ksystems.com 12/20/SRP500...