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Daktronics AF-3700-34 RGB User Manual

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Start-up Procedure

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Section 5:

Start-up Procedure

Before starting up the display, go over this checklist to ensure that all parts are ready to operate
correctly. Figure 34 shows the basic display components referred to in each step.

5.1 Start-up

Checklist

D

Is power connected to the display?

The power conduit will leave the display from the rear and connect to a power source either
outside or inside a building. Refer to Figure 34 for approximate location of the power cable or
conduit.

D

If the display has multiple faces or sections, are they connected?

Check that power, signal, and ground connections run between the display cabinets.

D

Is the control computer connected to the display?

Some type of communication line will run between the control computer and the display,
depending on the communication method. Refer to Section 4 for assistance with identifying
the communication type and its connections.

D

Is the computer software set up to work with the display?

The software manual provides the information necessary to allow the computer to
communicate with this display. Follow the step-by-step directions in the Configuration
section for correct set-up.

Figure 34: Basic Display Set-up