Daktronics AF-3700-20 RGB - Manual (Page 13)

Section 2: Mechanical Installation
Read the Mechanical, Power and Signal Installation sections before installing the display(s).
Daktronics engineering staff must approve any changes that may affect the weather-tightness of the
display. If any modifications are made, detailed drawings of the changes must be submitted to
Daktronics for evaluation and approval, or the warranty may be void.
Daktronics is not responsible for installations or the structural integrity of support structures done
by others. The customer is responsible for ensuring that a qualified structural engineer approves the
structure and any additional hardware.
2.1 Support Structure Requirements
The installer is responsible for ensuring that the mounting structure and hardware are
capable of supporting the display, and that the structure follows all local codes.
Support structure design depends on the mounting methods, display size, and weight.
Because every installation site is unique, no single procedure is approved by Daktronics for
mounting GalaxyPro
® displays. The information contained in this section is general
information only and may or may not be appropriate for this particular installation. Refer to
Figure 2 and Figure 3 for basic display set-ups.
Mounting plans need to take into account the ventilation system for the specific display size.
In general, the front of all displays needs to be unobstructed to allow for air flow and internal
access. Small displays contain fans on the bottom that pull air in from the lower vent and
exhaust it out the top vent. Displays 64 pixels high and larger need unobstructed area in the
back to allow for fans expelling air through the hoods as shown in Figure 4.
Also keep in mind the location of the mounting clips
and the clearance needed for the power/signal
terminations on the back of the display as shown in
Figure 5. Display height and wind loading are also
critical factors to be considered. This information can
be found in the Shop Drawings in Appendix A. Be
sure to consult the drawing for the appropriate pixel
matrix size.
Figure 4: Fans on Back
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