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8 modem communication – Daktronics Galaxy AF-3400 20 mm Monochrome/RGB Double-face Displays User Manual

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Signal Installation

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4.8 Modem

Communication

If the communication system works with a modem, look for:

• a modem (internal or external) at the computer that connects to a phone jack.
• a phone line connects to the display.

Connections

Computer modem (internal or external) to phone jack on wall − phone cable plugs into
both.

Phone jack to modem at display − signal runs on local telephone lines.

Modem board in enclosure to display − quick-connect cable from enclosure to top jack
on display side.

Troubleshooting
Components Check

Cable

Connections

The phone line is connected from the modem at the computer to the phone jack.

The two phone wires are connected at the modem board (Wire color is

determined by the phone company.)

The wires are making good electrical contact with the metal, no interference.

The quick-connect cable is connected from enclosure to top jack on display side.

Diagnostic

LEDs

The modem in the enclosure has the green LED on, indicating power.

The bottom red LED (carrier detect) is on when the modems are connected.

Transmit and receive LEDs flash when sending and receiving signal over the

telephone line; otherwise, they are off.

Display Power

The display is either running a message or showing a single pixel flashing in the

bottom right corner of the display when power is on.

Software

The software and the display are configured for dial-up communication and the

phone number is correct.

Refer to the software manual for other possible conditions.

Figure 25: Modem Communication Layout