Daktronics AF-3400-133,171,216,260 - Manual (Page 16)

Mechanical Installation 2-4
2.6 Display Mounting
Reference Drawing:
Shop Drawings.............................................................................. Appendix A
The method used to mount displays can vary greatly from location to location. For
this reason, only general mounting topics can be addressed in this manual.
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure the installation will adequately
meet local codes and standards, as well as the mounting hardware and method.
Before beginning the installation process, verify the following items:
• The mounting structure will provide a straight and square-mounting frame
for the display – height variation in any four-foot horizontal section may
not exceed ¼-inch
• The mounting structure will not give way at any unsupported points after
the display is mounted
The back of the display is equipped with 3 x 3 x 3/8" steel clip angles at the locations
shown in the Shop Drawing for your display size. These angles may be used for
mounting purposes. Remember to have all mounted displays inspected by a qualified
structural engineer.
Refer to the appropriate Shop Drawings for a suggested wall mount method. The
number of attachment points needed and the wall structure must be reviewed by a
qualified structural engineer and meet all national and local codes. It is the
customer’s responsibility to determine the proper wall mounting method and
location. Daktronics requires using all clip angles or mounting holes as attachment
points.
1. Carefully uncrate the display and inspect each side of the display for
possible damage that may have occurred during shipping
2. Remove the backsheet assemblies from the sections to be installed as
required.
3. Following the guidelines described in Section 2.4, lift the display into
position on the support structure. Secure the display to the support structure
with mounting clips.
4. Align the sections by using through holes as required.
5. Bolt sections together using ½" Grade-5 bolts and hardware to secure the
clip angles to the support structure as shown in the Shop Drawings. Refer
to Section 3 for information on routing power to the display, and your
communication manual for routing the signal.
6. After installation is complete, carefully inspect the display for any holes
that may allow water to seep into the display and seal any openings with
silicone – if the eyebolts on the top of the display have been removed,
plug the holes with bolts and the rubber-sealing washer that was
removed with the eyebolt (unless there is an overhead structure)