Daktronics WiFi Communication - Manual (Page 7)

Introduction 1
Section 1: Introduction
1.1 Component Identification
Ethernet: A local area network (LAN) protocol that uses a bus topology.
WiFi (Wireless Fidelity): A type of Ethernet protocol that transmits data through radio
waves.
Client: This radio communicates with the WiFi router. The client radio is connected to and
receives power from the display.
Switch/Router: This device forwards data packets along networks and provides additional
security. The router provides physical internet access to wireless devices as well as wireless
communications to other wireless devices.
Venus 1500: Daktronics designed, Windows ® -based software used to create and edit
messages on the display. Refer to the Venus ® 1500 Help file for operation of the Venus ® 1500
software.
1.2 System/Cable Requirements
In a WiFi communication system, a WiFi access point is required (but not provided) to
transmit signal to a client radio at the display.
Ethernet and serial cables are provided to connect the WiFi client radio to the display.
A Windows ® -based computer is required (but not provided) to run the Venus 1500 display
control software.