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3 power requirements, Main disconnect, 4 power grounding – Daktronics Galaxy AF-3500 Series Double Face User Manual

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Power Installation

3.3 Power Requirements

Install this display according to all applicable local and national electrical codes. This includes proper
grounding and bonding of the display.

Do not connect the display to any voltage other than that listed on the Daktronics product label.

Displays use single-phase power. Proper power installation is imperative for display operation. Find power
specifications on drawings shipped with the display.

Important Notes:

• Daktronics recommends that a separate circuit be run to the electronic display(s) to isolate it and

prevent any issues that could be caused by line voltage fluctuations or high frequency noise on the
power line caused by other types of equipment. A separate circuit also makes display maintenance and
troubleshooting easier. Daktronics assumes no liability for any issues caused by line voltage fluctuations
or other improper power conditions if these recommendations are not followed.

• Size conductors of circuits that deliver power to the display according to national and local electrical

codes so the power distribution system delivers full-load power to the display while maintaining a
voltage within 5 percent of the utility nominal voltage.

Main Disconnect

Daktronics requires using a power disconnect switch with the display. Use a disconnect so that all
ungrounded conductors can be disconnected near the point of power connection.

Locate the disconnecting means either in a direct line of sight from the display or so it can be locked in the
open position. This ensures that power is not reconnected while service personnel work on the display.

3.4 Power Grounding

Ground displays according to the
provisions outlined in local and national
electrical codes.

Install these displays using the provided
ground and neutral conductors. The
power cable must contain an isolated
earth-ground conductor.

Do not connect neutral to ground at the
disconnect or at the display. This violates
electrical codes and voids the warranty.

3.5 Display Grounding

Connect the display system to earth ground as shown in

Figure 6. Proper grounding protects the equipment

from damaging electrical disturbances and lightning. The display must be properly grounded or the warranty
will be void.

FACE A

Display

Ground Lug

Ground

Conductor

Conduit

Thermal Weld

Connection

Ground

Rod

8 Ft

Min

Figure 6: Correct Grounding