Daktronics Rear-Ventilated GalaxyPro GP3 Series - Manual (Page 20)

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Section 8: Network and Communication Installation
This section explains how to setup communications with a GalaxyPro ® GP3 series display through a
network or an individual computer. Obtain information about the available standard communication
options in the provided quick guides and reference manuals.
Daktronics is not responsible for setting up displays on a Wide Area Network (WAN), but can assist with
setting up communication on a Local Area Network (LAN) or directly to a personal computer.
8.1 Network and Communication Installation Dos
• Complete all network and communication installation prior to turning display on
• Have a laptop on site with Internet access (preferred)
• Work with the Customer’s IT professional for network integration
Daktronics GalaxyPro ® GP3 series displays use DHCP by default, which allows automatic display
configuration by the customer’s network, and eliminates manual configuration of the player.
When the display is connected to a network that supports DHCP, a default DHCP name similar
to ‘DAKTxxxxxx’, where ‘xxxxxx’ represents the last 6 digits of the player’s MAC address, is
used. This information is shown in the display boot sequence.
8.2 Requirements For Communication Through A Network
• Ports 4500-4525 must be open for communication on the switch or router
8.3 Connecting To A Network And Using A DHCP Name
The following steps explain how to configure a display and connect to a network that supports
DHCP and using the display’s DHCP name is desired for communication.
Network Requirements
• DHCP Server
• Existing Network
• Available network port, configured properly
• PC with Venus 1500 software installed
Installation/Start-up Steps
1. Make sure computer with Venus 1500 software installed is turned on.
2. Ensure computer has an established link with the network.
3. Turn display on.
Network and Communication Installation