5 fiber ethernet communication – Daktronics AF-3700-34 RGB User Manual
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4.5 Fiber Ethernet Communication
If the communication system is Fiber Ethernet, look for:
• an indoor media converter connected to the network and to fiber cable.
• a second media converter outdoors located in an enclosure at the display.
Connections
• Computer to network − RJ45 cable from computer port into network switch.
• Network to first media converter − RJ45 cable from network switch/router into
media converter.
• Media converter’s 9-volt power adapter plugged into 120 VAC outlet.
• Indoor media converter to outdoor media converter − two fiber-optic cables run from
indoor media converter to second converter in the enclosure at display.
• Enclosure to display − quick-connect cable to the middle jack on display back.
DO NOT SHARPLY BEND fiber-optic cable at any point along the fiber cable.
Troubleshooting
Component Check:
Cable
Connections
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The cable is connected from the computer to the network switch/router.
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The network cable connects from network
switch
to media converter in building.
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The indoor media converter power adapter is plugged in.
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The fiber cables connect from the first media converter to the second one at display.
The “out” arrow on one will connect to an “in” arrow on the other.
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The cable is connected from the enclosure to middle jack on display back.
Diagnostic
LEDs
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Each media converter has a green power LED on, indicating power.
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When the media converter transmits data, the “link” is ON and RX LEDs flash.
Display
Power
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The display is either running a message or showing a single pixel flashing in the
bottom right corner of the display when power is on.
Software
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The software is configured for TCP/IP communication.
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The software and the display are set for the same network address.
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Refer to the software manual for other possible conditions.
Figure 33: Fiber Ethernet Communication Layout