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First-time Power Up 

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Section 7: 

First-time Power Up 

7.1  First-time Power Up 

For additional first-time power up information refer to 

ED-17509

 in 

Appendix B

  

1.

 

Install the iBoot and router according to the system riser diagram in 

Appendix A

Refer to 

ED-17024

 in 

Appendix B

 for additional iBoot information. 

 

2.

 

Turn on the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). Ensure the equipment in the 

remote enclosure powers up properly. Make sure the connections did not loosen 

during shipping. 

 

3.

 

After a successful boot, ensure the V-Link 1500 starts. 

 

4.

 

Run a test sequence from the display unit. Use the V-Link 1500 Management Utility 

on the PC to activate test patterns.  

 

5.

 

With a test pattern running to the display, troubleshoot the display and control 

equipment until 100% operational. Refer to 

Section

 

7.3 

for instructions on running a 

test pattern. 

 

6.

 

Ensure that the dimming is set to automatic and in functioning properly. Do so by 

verifying the display brightens during the day and dims at night. Cover the photocell 

for five to ten minutes to ensure it dims to zero.  

 

7.

 

Call the NOC at 1-877-DAK-HELP for assistance with the remaining steps. 

 

8.

 

Verify internet connectivity.  

 

9.

 

The NOC will verify communication and that all remote functions work. 

7.2  Connecting to the Display 

1.

 

Click 

Network>Configure Connection

 

2.

 

In the 

Connection Configuration Window

 select 

Direct Connection

. Set the appropriate 

COM port and set the baud rate to 115200 bps. 

 

3.

 

Under the 

TCP/IP Connection

 set the 

IP address

 and 

socket

.  

 

 

Note:

 Default is socket 3001. 

 

4.

 

After completing the 

Connection Configuration

, click 

Network>Connect

. A 

communication status bar shows the download status.  

 

5.

 

After a successful connection, information such as the IP address, display size, driver 

version, firmware version, as well as V-Link processor displays. 

  

Summary of Contents for 1000 Series

Page 1: ...1000 Series Digital Billboard with V NetTM Installation Manual ED 17025 Rev 02 10 August 2017 ...

Page 2: ... errors or omissions No part of this book covered by the copyrights hereon may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means graphic electronic or mechanical including photocopying taping or information storage and retrieval systems without written permission of the publisher V Link and Venus are registered trademarks of Daktronics Inc NortonTM and all other trademark are trademarks of their...

Page 3: ... Electrical Connection to Display 11 5 2 Routing Communication Cable for the Display 11 Section 6 Webcam Spare Parts Box and Photocell Installation 13 6 1 Webcam Installation 13 Before Starting 13 Location 13 Webcam Mounting 13 6 2 Spare Parts Box Installation 14 6 3 Photocell Installation 14 Section 7 First time Power Up 15 7 1 First time Power Up 15 7 2 Connecting to the Display 15 7 3 Running T...

Page 4: ...10 Hour for Construction 19 OSHA 30 Hour for Construction 19 First Aid Adult CPR 19 Aerial Lifts Bucket Trucks 19 Service Platform Ladder Way 19 Glossary 21 Appendix A Reference Drawings A 1 Appendix B Supplementary Manuals B 1 ...

Page 5: ...lay Installation covers required tools site preparation display assembly and display hanging 3 Remote Enclosure explains the installation wiring and troubleshooting of the remote enclosure 4 Air Conditioning a c Installation highlights the installation and testing of an a c unit 5 Electrical Installation covers basic steps for hanging and wiring distribution panels and a junction box This section ...

Page 6: ...would be referred to as Drawing A 69945 It is important to not the drawing title since this manual may refer to drawings in an appendix by title rather than drawing number All references to drawing numbers appendices figures or other manuals are presented in bold typeface as shown above 1 2 Supplementary Manuals The following table lists the supplementary manuals included in Appendix B Manual Titl...

Page 7: ...ead Spud wrenches Impact wrenches Screw drivers Phillips and flat head Utility knife Tape measure Cordless drill Drill bits Pry bar Hammers Tin snips Ratchet tie downs come along Bucket truck Spreader beam 42 or 36 Caulk gun Caulk 2 3 Site Preparation Upon arriving on site inspect the work area for potential hazards and problems 1 Once the truck arrives remove the tarp and wood crating material fr...

Page 8: ...display Refer to Figure 2 4 Locate the end caps Apply a bead of silicone along the lip with the bolt holes on the end cap Fasten one end cap to each piece 5 Attach a splice plate on one end of each border piece Note To protect against water apply silicone to the top of the splice plates along the bolt holes on each side before fastening to the top border 6 After removing the shipping braces lay th...

Page 9: ...flat continuous bead to ensure proper sealing 14 Lift the display top section and lower in onto the bottom section While lowering the top section onto the bottom section use guide pins and spud wrenches to align display sections 15 Once the display is aligned apply a bead of silicone along the threads of a bolt Insert the bolt into a hole in one end of the display and tighten Note Alignment of LED...

Page 10: ...details 27 After aligning the holes place bolts through the holes in the display clips and on the stringer Fasten securely 28 Remove the crane support and tag lines 29 Apply silicone around the eyebolt holes in the top border Place the border caps in the holes and Tek screw them into place Refer to Figure 5 30 Locate the power entrance doors 31 Strip 1 2 of insulation off of each power wire 32 Ins...

Page 11: ...erly Slide the unit into the ducts 5 Using provided bolts securely fasten the rails on the unit to the struts on the display 6 Remove crane support 7 Connect the power cord on the a c unit 8 Run the thermostat wire to the back of the display and plug it in 3 2 Air Conditioning Test Procedure 1 Power on the a c unit Note The thermostat should be preset to 80º 2 Turn the thermostat to the lowest set...

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Page 13: ...he fiber optic cable through the bottom right corner on the rear of the display into the patch panel inside of the display 3 Plug the fiber into the fiber patch panel plates according to the color code on the patch panel plate back 4 Install the light and temp sensor Connect the W 1501 4 pin connector inside the display bottom left corner Route W 1501 cable to the back of the V link 1500 processor...

Page 14: ...rd output order to the LCD monitor on the first output 10 If it a two display system push the button on the KVM switch in the upper left corner of the enclosure to switch monitors on the LCD 11 Login to the router and enter the address supplied by the ISP to allow the router to connect to the internet 12 Disable Norton Internet worm protection 13 Ensure the a c unit if applicable is plugged into a...

Page 15: ...he distribution panel to the SO cable s Note Check the System Riser in the installation packet for the correct number of circuits 7 Attach the multi tap connector to the SO cable 8 Run a flexible conduit from the distribution panel for power to the remote enclosure and optional security system 9 After the display the a c unit s and the remote enclosure are installed connect all multi tap connector...

Page 16: ...tic cable into the patch panel Color match fiber optic cable with the plug Refer to Figure 6 7 After connecting the fiber patch panel replace the module 8 Connect the webcam Cat 5 cable to the RJ45 jack of the display back Figure 6 Fiber Patch Panel ...

Page 17: ...amera are does not block the view of the display Refer to Figure 7 Webcam Mounting 1 Attach webcam foot to the webcam base on the mounting arm 2 Using fish tape feed the Ehternet cable through the holes in the webcam arm 3 Connect the Ethernet cable to the back of the webcam Refer to Figure 8 4 Carefully lift and attach the webcam arm assembly to the display 5 Connect the Ethernet cable to the Eth...

Page 18: ... is easily accessible and the lid opens completely If possible mount the spare parts box by welding it to a catwalk Do not mount the box in a location that inhibits maintenance personnel from accessing the display Refer to Figure 9 6 3 Photocell Installation 1 Locate the photocell Refer to Figure 10 2 On the side of the display find a location that will have sufficient ambient light and attach the...

Page 19: ...nstructions on running a test pattern 6 Ensure that the dimming is set to automatic and in functioning properly Do so by verifying the display brightens during the day and dims at night Cover the photocell for five to ten minutes to ensure it dims to zero 7 Call the NOC at 1 877 DAK HELP for assistance with the remaining steps 8 Verify internet connectivity 9 The NOC will verify communication and ...

Page 20: ...cessary 1 Click the Calibration tab 2 Compare the module to the colors located in the upper left corner of the display If one or more colors do not look right adjust it by sliding the appropriate color bar until the module match rest 3 Continue calibrating module by module adjusting colors as needed 7 5 Diagnostics 1 Click the Diagnostics tab 2 Click the Refresh button 3 Ensure the time is close t...

Page 21: ...unctures Fall Protection All installers and technicians walking or working on surfaces 6 or more above a lower level or working on lift equipment must wear a Personal Fall Arrest System PFAS Daktronics requires the use of a harness with the appropriate double leg lanyard Daktronics policy mandates 100 percent tie off This means that at all times PFAS is required the worker must be attached via the...

Page 22: ... the following types of vehicle mounted aerial devices used to elevate personnel to job sites above ground Extendable boom platforms Aerial ladders Articulating boom platforms Vertical towers Any combination of such devices Specific Requirements Test lift controls prior to use each day to verify they are in safe working order Only authorized persons shall operate aerial lifts Always stand firmly o...

Page 23: ...ction standards relevant to work they may need to perform This course is not mandatory First Aid Adult CPR First aid and adult CPR training is strongly recommended for installation personnel Aerial Lifts Bucket Trucks Daktronics employees must be trained in the safe operation use and inspection of aerial lifts and bucket trucks This course is recommended for installation personnel Service Platform...

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Page 25: ...mounted alone Louver a black plastic shade positioned horizontally above each pixel row Louvers increase the contrast level on the display face and direct LED light for easier viewing Module A module consists of a display board with LEDs a driver board or logic card a black plastic housing and a module latch assembly Each module is individually removable from either the front or back of the displa...

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Page 27: ...ing number is located in the bottom right corner of the drawings Refer to Section 1 1 for information regarding how to read the drawing number The drawings in Appendix are listed in alpha numeric order Block Diagram AC interconnections 1 PH Drawing B 259073 Layout Border Shroud 128 464 23 Billboard Drawing B 265098 Layout Border Shroud 176 624 23 Billboard Drawing B 265458 Assembly 5 TON AC with F...

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Page 29: ...ick Guide Billboard Air Conditioner Installation ED 16453 Setup Manual Billboard Electrical ED 16454 Quick Guide Billboard Installation Spreader Beam Specifications ED 16455 Quick Guide Billboard Signal Communication ED 16456 Quick Guide Billboard Section Splice LED Alignment ED 16516 Quick Guide Billboard Remote Enclosure Wiring ED 16517 Setup Manual Billboard iBoot ED 17024 Quick Guide Billboard...

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