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4 wire ethernet communication, Wire ethernet communication, Figure 32: ethernet communication layout – Daktronics AF-3700-20 RGB User Manual

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4.4 Wire Ethernet Communication

If the communication system is Ethernet, look for:

• a network card in the computer connecting to a network switch.
• a network jack that looks similar to an oversized phone jack.

Figure 32: Ethernet Communication Layout

Connections
• Computer to network RJ45 cable from computer port to network server in building.
• Network switch to surge board − another RJ45 cable from switch to surge board in

enclosure at display.

• Enclosure at the display to display quick-connect cable from the enclosure to middle

jack on back of display.


Troubleshooting
Component Check:

Cable

Connections

The network jack connects the computer to the network switch/router.

An RJ45 cable from the server is connected to the input jack on the

Ethernet surge board.

The quick-connect cable runs from the enclosure to the middle jack on

display back.

Display

Power

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

• The software is configured for TCP/IP communication.
• The software and the display are set to the same network address.
• Refer to the software manual for other possible conditions.


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