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Preparing for power/signal connection, Preparing for power/signal connection -6, Figure 17: removing a module – Daktronics AF-3165-34-RGB User Manual

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3.5 Preparing for Power/Signal Connection

Reference Drawings:

Component Layout Drawings ...................................Refer to Appendix A

1. Punch or use 1/2" (0.875" in diameter)

conduit holes for the desired conduit
openings. Be careful that none of the
internal components are damaged
. Attach
the conduit

Electrical Installation

3-6

2. Remove the bottom left two modules (AX01

and AX02) to expose the power enclosure
and signal panel. To do this, use a

1

/

8

" Allen

wrench to turn the latch access fasteners one-
quarter turn. Turn the top latch clockwise and
the bottom latch counter-clockwise. Lift each
module away from the display; reach behind
it and disconnect all power and signal
connections. Refer to Figure 17

3. Locate the controller and power termination

box for these displays in the Component
Layout Diagram
for your sign

4. The controller receives the incoming signal

and relays it to the individual modules

5. Route power to the display through a fused

disconnect switch capable of opening all ungrounded power conductors.
Install this disconnect within the line of sight of any personnel performing
maintenance on the display. If the disconnect is located out of sight of the
display, it must be capable of being locked in the open position

Figure 17: Removing a Module

6. Power conductors from the disconnect to the display should be routed

through conduit in agreement with local code

7. You may route the signal cable from the control computer to the display at

this time – Be sure to run the power and signal cables in separate
conduit