Table of Contents Section 1: How to Use This Manual ........................1 Resources ................................1 Numbering Conventions............................. 1 Module Number ............................1 Part Number ..............................2 Model Number .............................. 2 Important Safeguards ............................2 Section 2: Mechanical Installation ........................3 Support Structure Selection &...
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Troubleshooting ..............................40 Section 5: Replacement Parts ..........................43 Replacement Parts List ............................43 Daktronics Exchange and Repair & Return Programs ................. 43 Exchange Program ............................43 Before Contacting Daktronics ........................43 Repair & Return Program .......................... 44 Shipping Address............................45 Daktronics Warranty &...
Numbering Conventions Module Number Figure 2 explains the module labeling method in more detail, and Figure 3 illustrates how Daktronics numbers modules on a video display. Used to differentiate display face if system has more than one viewing face “A”...
0P-XXXX-XXXX (circuit board). Section 5.2 contains 05/19/99 REV.1 the Daktronics Exchange Policy as well as the Repair & Return Program. Refer to these instructions if any display components need replacing or repairing. If a circuit board or assembly is not found Figure 4: Typical Label in the replacement parts list in Section 5.1, use the label to order a...
Examples of short-term loading include wind, seismic activity, live loads expected while servicing the display, etc. Refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 for details. Daktronics is not responsible for display mounting decisions made by others. Length Overall display...
DVX-1100/1500/1800 Series Border Installation Guide .............. DD2540426 Config Drawing .........................Contract-Specific On most displays, Daktronics provides some form of border around the display face. These borders are typically painted metal pieces that will attach to their appropriate display sections to enclose the active area of the finished display. Prior to picking any sections, it is important to determine the border style for the...
Clean-look borders will not arrive on-site attached to their appropriate display sections. It is critical that the clean-look borders be installed to each section prior to flying that display section into place. Due to interference issues, they cannot be fully installed when the display has been installed on the structure. Refer to the contract-specific Config Drawing to determine which border parts belong to each section.
Display Section Basics Figure 9 and Figure 10 show the basic features around a typical DVX display section. Figure 9 shows a single cabinet section, and Figure 10 shows a vertical pair section. Power/signal pass-thru Cabinet corner block locations (typical top interconnects @ 2 per &...
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Figure 11 shows the basics of cabinet ventilation. Take note Cabinets are later in this section about the ventilation requirements and ventilated with positive the minimum distance required from the vent panels to the air pressure ventilation stringer faces. Blocked vent panels may result in the display Warm air exhausts out overheating, causing display failure.
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• Verify the plumbness of the stringer faces. Place a plumb bob against the front of the top stringer and drop the plumb bob down to the bottom stringer, measuring left to right down the length of each stringer and the middle. When installing sections, leave enough room between the full-height tubes and the mounting structure to account for any variation in plumbness.
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• Ensure the sign installer and the structural engineer designing the sign structure determine the clips supporting the weight per the design of the structure as well as the installation method. Daktronics mounting clips are designed to support each individual sign section weight by either the top or bottom mounting clips (two clips total).
Welded attachment: Weld the clip angles on all three sides. It may be necessary to weld on the inside of the clip if two clips are adjacent. Weldless attachment: Use a screw in the middle slot of the clip to allow for adjustment when hanging the section.
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Go back to the center and finish the bottom row to the right of the center section after the row has been installed from the center to the left. As shown in Figure 24, install Section 204 and Section 205 to reach the far right end of the display and complete the bottom row of sections. Section Section Section Section Section Section Section...
Seam tolerance is critical and must be maintained throughout the installation process. Go/no-go gauges (Daktronics part number HS-2309) are provided to aid in proper seam spacing during the mechanical installation process and are located in the toolkit in the bottom-left corner (from the rear of the display) of the first section to be installed for the entire display.
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Fly the first section into position; adjust and tighten Ensure first cabinet the clips accordingly. Ensure it is both vertically is horizontally level plumb and horizontally level, as other sections rely on this section’s position. Refer to Figure 30. Set the clip angles and tighten them to the display after the section is in place;...
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Refer to Figure 25 and Figure 32 while completing Steps 9-11 for placing the first section on the second row. Loosen the top clip angles and ensure the bottom clip angles are set all the way up on the bolts before flying the cabinet into place to easily adjust the clip angle placement on the structure. Lift the section and position it on top of the appropriate section, ensuring the alignment pyramids on the cabinets nest together.
14. Set the clip angles and tighten them to the display after the splice bolts are tightened. Permanently attach the section to the structure as instructed in Step 4. 15. Repeat Steps 12-14 for all remaining sections. Install the top and side borders as necessary if they are not already attached prior to flying the sections into place. Refer to Figure 27.
Electrical Code and/or other applicable local codes. This includes proper grounding and bonding of the sign. This display is suitable for wet locations. Daktronics engineering staff must approve any changes that may affect the weather tightness of the display. If any modifications are made to the weather tightness of the display, detailed drawings of the changes must be submitted to Daktronics engineering staff for evaluation and approval, or the warranty will be null and void.
Data from the control system routes over fiber-optic cable to the J5 (Data In) connector on the VIP. Refer to the DD1804047 VIP-4060 Operator’s Manual. The VIP may be located in the control room or in a remote location. The data then routes to the appropriate PLRs via fiber-optic cables. Refer to the appropriate contract-specific System Riser Diagram and Config Drawing for more routing information. Refer to the Cabinet Fiber Routing Drawing and Power Entrance Drawings in Appendix A for fiber termination information. The Cabinet Fiber Routing Drawing in Appendix A and the contract-specific Config Drawing illustrate the fiber layout from section to section of the display. The Block Diagrams and Layout Drawings in Appendix A also illustrate how data passes from one PLR to the modules and show power harnessing and component placement.
The material of an earth-ground electrode differs from region to region and varies with conditions present at the site. Consult local grounding codes. Daktronics does not recommend using the support structure as an earth-ground electrode; concrete, primer, corrosion, and other factors make the support structure a poor ground.
Power Installation Connect the grounding electrode cable at the local 120V Branch 240V Branch disconnect, never at the display termination panel. (120BR) (240BR) Use a disconnect that opens all ungrounded phase conductors. This display uses one of four power termination options. Refer to the Power Entrance Drawings in Appendix A and Figure 38 for installation details.
Optional Conduit Whip Refer to the contract-specific System Riser Diagram to verify where conduit whips should route. Neutral: white or blue Ground: green Remove screws & yellow and brackets to release conduit whip for routing. Line: black Brackets are or brown unnecessary after Figure 40: Conduit End with Wire to Terminate to installation and may be disposed.
Standard Module Redundancy Module redundancy provides a primary and redundant SATA connection throughout the entire display to protect the system from signal failure. If a module in the middle of a signal chain fails, the redundant signal path takes over and limits the signal failure to that single module. Optional Full-Data Redundancy Full-data redundancy provides primary and redundant Video Image Processors (VIPs), ProLink Routers (PLRs), and SATA connections throughout the entire display to protect the system from signal failure.
To test the VIP redundancy, log into the primary and redundant VIPs and make the primary inactive and the redundant active and verify all modules still display content correctly. For normal operation, the redundant VIP is set to inactive and only passes redundant signal from the primary VIP to the last PLR. Refer to the DD1804047 VIP-4060 Operator’s Manual.
It also provides basic information about available standard communication options. Daktronics is not responsible for setting up displays on a wide area network (WAN) but does assist with setting up communication on a local area network (LAN) or directly to a laptop.
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1500 software is the standard control software for DVX-1100/1800 displays with the embedded ® controller. Install Venus 1500 software either from a disk or from www.daktronics.com/venus1500. Click ® the Downloads tab and Venus1500setup.exe. Registration is required for Venus 1500 software and must be ®...
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1500 software to ® configure a display. After everything is installed, turn the display on, allow it to complete a boot sequence, and then follow the steps below: Click the Windows Start button. Hover over All Programs>Daktronics>Venus 1500 V4 and click ® Venus 1500. Click the Application button, highlight Configure, and click Displays. Refer to Figure 44. Application button Figure 44: Beginning Display Configuration Click Add Display...
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Select the desired display to configure and click Continue. Refer to Figure 46. Note: If the display is password-protected, enter the password on the Authentication page. Save the password in a secure location. Physical access to the display is required to reset the password. Figure 46: List of Displays Give the display a name to easily identify it when the Display Found prompt opens.
Ensure at least one foot of space exists between the bottom of the eave and the top of the temperature sensor housing for accurate readings. Refer to Figure 49. Mounted under north eave Bottom of display Temperature sensor housing or display section (Daktronics-supplied) One foot -Inch conduit (customer-supplied) Temperature sensor housing (Daktronics-supplied)
This includes, but is not limited to, border shrouding, back sheets, cooling fans, fan filters, and filler panels. If any changes are made to the display’s weather tightness, submit detailed drawings to Daktronics engineering staff for evaluation and approval, or the warranty will be null and void. Recommended Tools When performing maintenance work on the display, Daktronics recommends using the tools listed and placing them in a convenient, easy-to-access location.
To remove the access doors, follow the steps on the next page while referring to Figure 51: Figure 51: Removing Door Use a flathead screwdriver to turn both latches counterclockwise. Slide the door upward to disengage the bottom locks on the door. Rotate the bottom of the door out about two inches from the rear of the display. Slide the door downward to disengage the top clamp on the door.
Line Filter Figure 54 illustrates a line filter. Line filters remove electromagnetic noise that might otherwise interfere with local communications channels from the power system. The line filter is mounted to the sectional termination panel. Power Supply Figure 55 illustrates a typical power supply, also referred to as a power module. The power harnesses connected to the unit vary depending on type and overall display application.
Middle power supply location HC-1014 screws Top & bottom power supply location Front view Rear view HS-1558 hole seal Figure 57: Typical DVX-1500 Component Layout DVX-1100/1500 Front Access To remove a component, follow the steps below while referring to the Layout Drawings in Appendix A, Figure 56 (DVX-1100), and Figure 57 (DVX-1500): Disconnect power to the display.
DVX-1800 Front Access To remove a component, follow the steps below while referring to the Layout Drawings in Appendix A and Figure 57): 1. Disconnect power to the display. 2. Position the module removal tool so the arrows on the handle are pointing up. Use slight thumb pressure to insert the tool into the module until it clicks.
Rear-Access To remove a component, follow the steps below while referring to the Layout Drawings in Appendix A and Figure 57): Disconnect power to the display. Loosen and remove the access door. Refer to Section 4.2. Use a -inch nutdriver to loosen the set screw holding the mounting plate to the display. Detach the cables and gently remove the component from the display.
Rear Access Depending on display configuration, a power supply and/or ProLink Router (PLR) board may need to be removed in order to access a module from the rear. To remove a module from a rear-access display, follow the steps below: 1. Remove the access panels to open the display from the rear. Refer to Section 4.2. 2.
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Front Access To remove a module from a front-access display, follow the steps below: Disconnect power to the display. Position the module removal tool so the arrows on the handle are pointing up. Refer to Figure 66. Use slight thumb pressure to insert the tool into the module until it clicks.
If the fan does not rotate or does not operate smoothly, replace it. After replacing 10 percent of the fans, Daktronics recommends replacing all cooling fans to reduce the associated maintenance costs that may incur with increased heat buildup from fan failure.
Filters are either disposable or cleanable. After one year or 1,500 hours of operation, remove the filter and replace it with a new filter or clean the existing filter. If the display has cleanable filters, clean the filters with water and a mild detergent, such as dish soap. Compressed air can also be used to clean the filters if these criteria are met: • The nozzle is held at least six inches away from the filter. • The pressure is no greater than 60 psi. • The air is blown through the filter in the opposite direction from which air normally flows. The arrow on the filter indicates the downstream side of the filter. The filter in the upper opening may not need to be changed or cleaned because the air moving through it has already been filtered. Please check this filter each year or every 1,500 hours of operation to ensure the filter does not need to be replaced or cleaned. For information on ordering replacement filters, refer to the replacement parts list in Section 5.1. Failure to change or clean the filters may cause the display to overheat, decreasing the display life. If the display provides rear access only, remove the back panels to service the fans and filters.
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Display Problem Troubleshooting Steps • Ensure the section is receiving power and all breakers are turned on. • Ensure the power status LEDs on the modules, power supplies, and PLRs in the blank section are on. • Ensure the connections to the PLR are secure. Change the connections Section of display is blank.
& return program. Exchange Program Daktronics unique Exchange Program is a quick 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 defective part to Daktronics. This decreases display 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.
Brookings, SD 57006 Daktronics Warranty & Limitation of Liability The Daktronics Warranty & Limitation of Liability is located in Appendix C. The warranty is independent of extended service agreements and is the authority in matters of service, repair, and display operation.
Glossary Lanyard Attachment Ring: a ring found on the back of each module. The lanyard attaches to the ring to keep the module from falling to the ground. Latch Release: a device that holds the module firmly to the display frame. There are two per module, one on the top and one on the bottom. Light Emitting Diode (LED): a low energy, high intensity lighting unit. Line Filter: a device that removes electromagnetic noise from the power system to avoid interference with local communications channels. Line filters sometimes mount on brackets with power supplies. Other times they may mount alone on a bracket.
Appendix A: Drawings Refer to Section 1.2 for information regarding how to read the drawing number. These drawings offer general information pertaining to most DVX displays and are listed in alphanumeric order. Any contract-specific drawings take precedence over the general drawings. Light Sensor Mount to Border, DVX ...................
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2012 DAKTRONICS, INC. DVX-1800/1100 BLOCK DAIGRAM; VAC/VDC HARN, QUAD & DUAL, 3-HIGH...
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2012 DAKTRONICS, INC. DVX-1800/1100 BLOCK DIAGRAM; VAC/VDC HARN, QUAD & DUAL, 4-HIGH...
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2012 DAKTRONICS, INC. DVX-1800/1100 LAYOUT; COMPONENT PLACEMENT & SIGNAL HARNESS, 4-HIGH AHOWARD...
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2012 DAKTRONICS, INC. DVX-1800/1100 BLOCK DIAGRAM; VAC/VDC HARN, QUAD & DUAL, 2-HIGH...
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DAKTRONICS, INC. THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2012 DAKTRONICS, INC. DVX-1800 BLOCK DIAGRAM; DVX-1800 W/EMBEDDED CONTROLLER MGAARD...
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE BROOKINGS, SD 57006 EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2010 DAKTRONICS, INC. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING DVX-1800 PROJ: DETAIL B CABINET FIBER LAYOUT;...
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2012 DAKTRONICS, INC. DVX-1800/1100 LAYOUT; COMPONENT PLACEMENT & SIGNAL HARNESS, 3-HIGH AHOWARD...
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2012 DAKTRONICS, INC. DVX-1800/1100 LAYOUT; COMPONENT PLACEMENT & SIGNAL HARNESS, 2-HIGH AHOWARD...
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE BROOKINGS, SD 57006 EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COMPONENTS ARE LOCATED IN SAME POSITION 27 MAY 15 FLIPPED QUICK CONNECT PLATE PER EC-17850 COPYRIGHT 2011 DAKTRONICS, INC.
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THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON 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 PROJ: REAR POWER ENTRANCE;...
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DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE BROOKINGS, SD 57006 CONTRACTOR TO ENSURE THAT ALL ELECTRICAL WORK EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2011 DAKTRONICS, INC. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING PERFORMED ON SITE MEETS OR EXCEEDS ALL LOCAL &...
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DAKTRONICS, INC. THE CONCEPTS EXPRESSED AND DETAILS SHOWN ON THIS DRAWING ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY. DO NOT REPRODUCE BY ANY MEANS WITHOUT THE EXPRESSED WRITTEN CONSENT OF DAKTRONICS, INC. COPYRIGHT 2013 DAKTRONICS, INC. DVX-1500 LAYOUT & BLOCK DIAGRAM, 3X3 CJOANNE...
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Supplementary Documents This section includes the following: • DD2492555 DVX-1100/1500/1800 Series Seam Measurement Field Instructions • DD2545000 DVX-1100/1500/1800 Series Cabinet Alignment Guide • DD2570782 DVX-1100/1500/1800 Series Power Numbers • ED-14158 Face Cleaning Procedures for Daktronics LED Matrix Displays Supplementary Documents...
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Measurements taken from these cutout corners Figure 1: Measurement Locations in a Module Cutout Figure 2: Measurement Locations in a Module Cutout DD2492555 Rev 0 201 Daktronics Dr. P.O. Box 5128 Brookings, SD 57006 25 February 2013 tel: 866-343-6018 fax: 605-697-4700 www.daktronics.com...
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+0.0120 0.3048 -0.3048 +0.3048 Measure between module cutouts within a module sheet to calibrate the caliper. With the jaws tight between the two cutouts, press “origin” or “zero” to zero the caliper to that distance. Measure between at least three cutouts to ensure the caliper is accurately zeroed. Measure vertically between module cutouts on a horizontal seam as shown in Figure 4. Measure vertical seams in the same manner but horizontally between module cutouts. Figure 3: Caliper Figure 4: Seam Measurement DD2492555 Rev 0 201 Daktronics Dr. P.O. Box 5128 Brookings, SD 57006 25 February 2013 tel: 866-343-6018 fax: 605-697-4700 www.daktronics.com...
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Red box designates seam measurement location 2 High 3 High 4 High Figure 6: Vertical Seam Measurement Locations Indicate on the Seam Measurement Sheet whether the measurement is for a horizontal or vertical seam, as well as the section(s) measured. Examples: “Hrz w/in S204,” “Hrz btwn S301 & S401,” “Vrt btwn S202 & S203.” DD2492555 Rev 0 201 Daktronics Dr. P.O. Box 5128 Brookings, SD 57006 25 February 2013 tel: 866-343-6018 fax: 605-697-4700 www.daktronics.com...
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Face Cleaning LED Matrix Displays 1 of 4 This document outlines materials and methods used in cleaning Daktronics LED matrix displays. The procedures apply to all LED matrix screens, including Galaxy , HD-X, ProAd , ProStar , DVX, RTX, DBN, DVN, RTN, DB-4xxx, ®...
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Work from top to bottom safely within reach from a lift or a stage. Take care not to damage LEDs or the plastic louvers by catching the cloth on them. ED-14158 Rev 05 201 Daktronics Dr. P.O. Box 5128 Brookings, SD 57006-5128 12 September 2014 tel 605-697-4000 or 800-325-8766 Fax 605-697-4700 www.daktronics.com...
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6. Examine display and touch up areas as needed. Refer to Figure 7. Dirty Clean Module Module Figure 7: Touch Up ED-14158 Rev 05 201 Daktronics Dr. P.O. Box 5128 Brookings, SD 57006-5128 12 September 2014 tel 605-697-4000 or 800-325-8766 Fax 605-697-4700 www.daktronics.com ® daktronics...
Appendix C: Daktronics Warranty & Limitation of Liability This section includes the Daktronics Warranty & Limitation of Liability statement. Daktronics Warranty & Limitation of Liability...
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DAKTRONICS WARRANTY & 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. Unless otherwise defined herein, all 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. The Purchaser’s remedy in any dispute under this Warranty shall be ultimately limited to the Purchase Price of the Equipment to the extent the Purchase Price has been paid.
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