Section 1: introduction, Section 1, Introduction – Daktronics DataTime Outdoor LED Time & Temperature Displays User Manual
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Section 1:
Introduction
This manual explains the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of Daktronics DataTime
®
DF-
1010 (full cabinet) or DF-1011 (drop-in cabinet) light emitting diode (LED) time and temperature
displays. For questions regarding the safety, installation, operation, or service of this system, please
refer to the telephone numbers listed on the cover page of this manual.
Safety Precautions
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Read and understand these instructions before installing the display.
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Do not drop the controller or allow it to get wet.
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Properly ground the display with a ground rod at the sign location.
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Disconnect power when the display is not in use.
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Disconnect power when servicing the display.
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Do not modify the display structure or attach any panels or coverings without the
express written consent of Daktronics.
Figure 1 illustrates a Daktronics drawing label. The drawing number is located in the lower-right
corner of a drawing. This manual refers to drawings by listing the last set of digits and the letter
preceding them. In the example, the drawing would be referred to as Drawing A-181218. Reference
drawings are inserted in Appendix A.
The model numbers of a Daktronics display can be found on the ID label inside the display. The label
will be similar to the one shown in Figure 2. When calling Daktronics Customer Service, please have
this information available to ensure that a request is serviced as quickly as possible.
Daktronics displays are built for long life and require little maintenance. However, occasionally,
display components may need to be replaced. The Replacement Parts List in Section 5.1 provides the
names and part numbers of these components.
Following the Replacement
Parts List is the Daktronics
Exchange and Repair and
Return Programs in Section
Error! Reference source not
found.. Refer to these
instructions if any display
component needs repair or
replacement.
Figure 1: Daktronics Drawing Label
Figure 2: Display Identification Label
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