Daktronics AF-3090-89-R,A - Manual (Page 3)

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction ................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1 How to Use This Manual.....................................................................................1-1
1.2 Network Concepts ..............................................................................................1-2
RS232 Network..................................................................................................1-3
RS422 Network..................................................................................................1-3
Modem Network ................................................................................................1-3
Fiber Optic Network...........................................................................................1-3
1.3 Sign Overview....................................................................................................1-3
1.4 Component Identification ....................................................................................1-4
1.5 Daktronics Nomenclature....................................................................................1-6
Section 2: Mechanical Installation ................................................................................ 2-1
2.1 Mechanical Installation Overview........................................................................2-1
2.2 Support Structure Design ....................................................................................2-1
2.3 Ventilation Requirements....................................................................................2-2
2.4 Lifting the Sign ..................................................................................................2-2
2.5 Sign Mounting....................................................................................................2-2
2.6 Optional Temperature Sensor Mounting ...............................................................2-3
Section 3: Electrical Installation.................................................................................... 3-1
3.1 Common Connectors in the Sign..........................................................................3-1
3.2 Control Cable Requirements................................................................................3-2
RS232 ..............................................................................................................3-2
RS422 ..............................................................................................................3-2
Modem ..............................................................................................................3-2
Fiber Optic .........................................................................................................3-3
3.3 RJ Connector Cables...........................................................................................3-3
Installing an RJ Connector ..................................................................................3-3
Pin Outs.............................................................................................................3-4
3.4 Conduit ..............................................................................................................3-4
3.5 Preparing for Power/Signal Connection................................................................3-4
3.6 Power ................................................................................................................3-5
Grounding..........................................................................................................3-5
Power Installation ...............................................................................................3-6
3.7 Main Disconnect ................................................................................................3-7
3.8 Signal Termination from Computer to Sign ..........................................................3-7
RS/232 ..............................................................................................................3-7
RS/422 ..............................................................................................................3-8
Modem ..............................................................................................................3-8
Fiber Optic .........................................................................................................3-8
3.9 Optional Temperature Sensor Electrical Installation ..............................................3-9
3.10 First Time Turn On........................................................................................... 3-10
Section 4: Maintenance & Troubleshooting................................................................. 4-1
4.1 Maintenance & Troubleshooting Overview ..........................................................4-1