Daktronics AF-3300-12-RGB/20-R - Manual (Page 20)

3. Phoenix
™
-Style Connectors:
Figure 11: Phoenix
Connector
Phoenix-style connectors, which are usually green, are often
used for signal termination on circuit boards. Refer to
Figure
11 . Strip one-quarter inch of insulation from the wire prior to
termination. To remove a wire, turn the above screw counter-
clockwise to loosen the connector's grip on the wire. To insert a
wire, push the bare wire into the connector and turn the above
screw clockwise to lock the wire into place.
4. Mate-n-Lok
™ Connectors:
The Mate-n-Lok connectors found in the displays are white and
come in a variety of sizes.
Figure 12 illustrates a four-pin Mate-
n-Lok connector. To remove the plug from the jack, squeeze
the plastic locking clasps on the side of the plug and pull it
from the jack.
Figure 12: Mate-n-
Loc Connector
5. Phone/Network Jacks (RJ11/RJ45 Connectors):
RJ connectors, as seen in Figure 13 , are similar to the telephone
connectors or network jacks found in homes and businesses
and are used on the ends of RJ11 or RJ45 cable. In order to
remove this plug from the jack, depress the small clip on the
underside of the plug.
Before replacing an RJ connector, spray it with DeoxIT ™
contact cleaner to remove any foreign matter that may cause
signal problems. In addition, apply a generous amount of
CaiLube
™ protector paste to the plug before inserting it into the
jack. This paste will protect both the plug and the jack from
corrosion.
Figure 13: RJ11
Connector
6. Quick Connect Jack:
The display uses quick connect jacks for the connection of the
signal termination enclosure, the temperature sensor and
possible connection to a mirror display. There are three input
and one output quick connect jacks located on the back of the
primary display, and when not used the attached dust cover
should be kept closed.
Figure 14: RS232/6-pin
Quick Connect Jack
To attach the cable to a jack, make sure to line up the plug to
match the jack, push the plug in then turn the outer collar to
lock in place. Figure 14 illustrates the 6-pin quick connect
jack.
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