Daktronics FL-2109 User Manual
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Fuelight™ FL-2109 Series
Petroleum Price Displays
Installation & Operation Manual
DD1398926 Rev 4—22 July 2011
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction ................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Display Overview ................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................... 2
Section 2: Mechanical Installation .............................................................................................. 3
2.1 Support Structure Requirements .......................................................................................... 3
Pre-installation Checklist ................................................................................................ 3
2.2 Ventilation and Temperature Requirements ....................................................................... 3
2.3 Display Mounting ................................................................................................................... 4
General Mounting Procedure ......................................................................................... 4
Section 3: Power Installation ....................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Power Requirements .............................................................................................................. 5
3.2 Grounding ................................................................................................................................ 6
3.3 Power Installation ................................................................................................................... 7
Section 4: Signal Installation ....................................................................................................... 9
4.1 Signal Installation.................................................................................................................... 9
LED Driver ........................................................................................................................ 9
Signal Wiring .................................................................................................................... 9
Driver Rotary Switch Line and Face Settings ............................................................. 10
Section 5: Control Options ........................................................................................................ 11
5.1 FLR-100 Control Kit .............................................................................................................. 11
Editing the Display ........................................................................................................ 11
Increasing the Price ........................................................................................................ 11
Decreasing the Price ...................................................................................................... 11
Rapid Increase/Decrease .............................................................................................. 11
5.2 FLR-500 Control Kit .............................................................................................................. 12
Transmitter Use .............................................................................................................. 12
Petroleum Price Display Startup ................................................................................. 13
Petroleum Price Transmitter Operation ..................................................................... 13
Modifying Price Line Settings ...................................................................................... 14
Dimming ......................................................................................................................... 15
5.3 FLR-1500 and FLD-2000 (Outdoor/Indoor) Control Kits ............................................... 16
FLR-1500 Connection .................................................................................................... 16
FLD-2000 Connection to the Display (Outdoor and Indoor) ................................... 17
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DM-100 Insert and Code ............................................................................................... 18
Petroleum Price Display Startup .................................................................................. 18
DM-100 Controller Operation ...................................................................................... 19
Section 6: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 23
6.1 Component Location and Access ........................................................................................ 23
Visual Structural Inspection ......................................................................................... 23
6.2 Display Diagnostics .............................................................................................................. 24
Driver Diagnostic LEDs ................................................................................................ 24
Power-up Self Test ......................................................................................................... 24
6.3 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................... 25
Section 7: Replacement Parts ................................................................................................... 27
7.1 About Replacement Parts ..................................................................................................... 27
Section 8: Daktronics Exchange and Repair & Return Programs ......................................... 29
8.1 Exchange Program ................................................................................................................ 29
Before Contacting Daktronics ...................................................................................... 29
8.2 Repair & Return Program .................................................................................................... 30
Shipping Address .......................................................................................................... 30
Glossary ................................................................................................................................... 31
Appendix A: Reference Drawings................................................................................................. 33
Appendix B: Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability ................................................... 35
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FL-2109
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Section 1: Introduction
This manual explains the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Daktronics Fuelight™ FL2109 Outdoor LED Petroleum Price Displays and provides details for display maintenance.
1.1 Display Overview
The Fuelight™ model number is described as follows:
FL-2109-HH-C-T#-SF-CC
= Outdoor Fuelight™ digit display with backlit panel
= Digit height in inches
= Color: A=Amber, G=Green, R=Red
= T=Top Product Panel, #=Capt i on height in inches
SF
CC
Fuelight
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FL-2109 displays are available
in both plain top-captioned cabinets and
cash/credit top-captioned cabinets and
feature standard petroleum price
formatting, employing a variable tenths
fraction. Figure 1 and Figure 2 provide
examples.
=
Single Face
=
Cash/Credit caption (optional)
FL-2109 series displays are designed for
installation as part of an outdoor display
system. Digit faceplates are black while
backlit panels vary. Displays are
mounted independently on a support
structure.
All Fuelight
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displays are configured
with amber, green, or red LEDs.
Figure 1: Top Caption
Figure 2: Top Caption Cash/Credit
Introduction 1
Fuelight™ outdoor LED displays have
been designed for use with FLR-100, FLR500, FLR-1500 and FLD-2000
communication kits.
In this manual, individual “displays”
combine to form whole “sign” structures.
Refer to Figure 3 for an example.
1.2 Safety Precautions
• Please read and understand
installation instructions before
installing.
• Do not drop control equipment or
allow it to get wet.
• Do not disassemble control
equipment or electronic components
of the display; this will make the
warranty null and void.
• Disconnect display power before
servicing power supplies to avoid
electrical shock.
• Make certain that the display is properly grounded with an earth-ground electrode at the
display.
Figure 3: Displays in Sign Structure
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Section 2: Mechanical Installation
Important Notes:
• Read and understand these instructions before installing the display.
• Properly ground the display with a ground rod at the display location.
• Disconnect power when servicing or not using the display.
• Do not modify the display structure or attach any panels or coverings.
2.1 Support Structure Requirements
The installer must ensure that the mounting structure and hardware can support 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 displays. The information contained in this section is general information only and
may not be appropriate for all installations.
Keep in mind the location of mounting clips. Display height and wind loading are also
critical factors to be considered. Consult the appropriate Shop Drawing for more
information.
Pre-installation Checklist
Verify the following before proceeding with installation:
• The display is in good condition after shipping and uncrating.
• A straight and square mounting frame is provided for the display.
Note: Height variation in any 4-foot horizontal section may not exceed
• Adequate support is provided for the display so that the structure will not yield at
any unsupported points after mounting.
• Clearance of 4”of unobstructed space above the top of the display is allowed to
remove the eyebolt.
Note: No clearance is required once the eyebolt is removed.
• Clearance around the entire front of the display is maintained to allow opening the
display for maintenance and proper ventilation.
• Be sure that any sprinkler systems near the display are pointed in a direction as to
not spray the front of the display.
2.2 Ventilation and Temperature Requirements
1
/4”.
Fuelight™ Petroleum Price digit displays are front ventilated. The display must NOT be fully
enclosed inside a support structure or sign or behind a sign face of plastic, glass, or other
material. The front of the display must be exposed to the air to allow for convection cooling.
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Fuelight™ Petroleum digit displays are designed to operate in ambient temperatures ranging
from -40
o
F to +120oF. However, the overall sign structure should be designed and ventilated
in a way to keep the interior of the sign cabinet at a temperature not to exceed 140
Items to consider when designing a sign package to house LED price displays include:
• Solar gain from the black face of the price displays
• Solar gain from other sign cabinet surfaces
• Heat gain from electronics inside the displays
• Passive or active airflow with adequate intake and exhaust areas
Daktronics is not responsible for high-temperature failure due to inadequate ventilation.
2.3 Display Mounting
To maintain the structural integrity of the display cabinet, a 90-degree angle between the
cabinet and the lifting method must be maintained.
o
F.
If damage occurs because of improper lifting procedures, the warranty will be void.
General Mounting Procedure
1. Lift the display into position on the support structure using ALL eyebolts. Refer to
Figure 4 for an example.
Note: Do not attempt to permanently
support the display by the eyebolts.
2. Weld or use
stronger) bolts and hardware to
secure ALL of the clip angles to the
support structure as shown in the
appropriate Shop Drawing.
Note: Clip angles can be substituted
with alternative mounting methods
as long as ALL of the locations are
used.
3. 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.
1
/2" grade-5 (or
Figure 4: Correct Lifting Procedures
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 an overhead structure
protects the area.
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Section 3: Power Installation
Important Notes:
• Only a qualified individual should terminate power and signal cable at the display.
• All proposed changes must be approved by Daktronics' engineering staff, or the warranty
will be null and void.
Electrical installation consists of the following processes:
• Routing power and ground to the display driver/power enclosure
• Connecting the display ground to a grounding electrode at the display location.
Each Shop Drawing shows details on installation and access for electrical connections. Refer to the
notes on the appropriated Shop Drawing for the electrical requirements for that size of display.
Daktronics Fuelight
electronic components.
It is the responsibility of the electrical contractor to ensure that all electrical work meets or exceeds
local and national codes. Improper installation could result in serious damage to the equipment and
could be hazardous to personnel.
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displays’ front panels are hinged to allow access to the digits, cabling, and other
3.1 Power Requirements
Do not connect displays to any voltage other than that listed on the display product label.
The dedicated 120 V circuit can be shared among all components of the sign structure
(including Fuelight
devices (such as air compressors or island lighting). A dedicated circuit is defined as one hot,
one neutral and one ground wire. Maximum amperage will vary with the number and type
of digit displays connected. All local and national electrical codes must be followed during
electrical installation.
Note: It is critical that the display circuit be fused at 15 A and that all conductors used must
be designed to pass a 15 A current in normal operation. Failure to meet wiring and overcurrent protection device requirements may violate local and national electrical codes and
will void the display warranty.
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displays and fluorescent lighting), but not with other external electrical
Conductors of circuits delivering power to a Daktronics display shall be sized in accordance
with local and national electrical codes so that the power distribution systems is capable of
delivering full load power to the display while maintaining a voltage within 5 percent of the
utility nominal voltage.
Power Installation 5
3.2 Grounding
Displays MUST be grounded according to
the provisions outlined in any applicable
local and national electrical codes and
according to the specifications in this
manual. Daktronics requires a resistance to
ground of 10 ohms or less.
The display system must be connected to an
earth-ground electrode installed at the
display, as shown in Figure 5. Proper
grounding is necessary for reliable
equipment operation and protects the
equipment from damaging electrical
disturbances and lightning. Refer to
Drawing B-329675 for more information on
grounding.
The display must be properly grounded, or
the warranty will be void.
Important points about grounding:
• Follow local and national codes: The material of an earth-ground electrode differs
from region to region and from conditions present at the site. Consult any local and
national electrical codes that may apply.
• Do NOT use the support structure as an earth-ground electrode: The support
structure is generally embedded in concrete. If embedded in earth, the steel is either
primed, or it corrodes, making it a poor ground.
• Provide one grounding electrode for each sign structure: The grounding electrode is
typically at least one grounding rod for each sign structure. Other grounding
electrodes as described in any applicable local and national electrical codes may be
used.
• Confirm that resistance to ground is 10 ohms or less: This is required by Daktronics
for proper display performance. If the resistance to ground is higher than 10 ohms, it
will be necessary to install additional grounding electrodes to reduce the resistance.
The grounding electrode must be connected to the ground wire inside the display.
Figure 5: Correct Grounding
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3.3 Power Insta llation
The Daktronics Fuelight™ displays are installed using the provided ground and neutral
conductors. For this type of installation, the power circuit must contain an isolated earthground conductor. Do not connect neutral to ground at the disconnect or at the display, this
would violate electrical codes and void the warranty. Use a disconnect so that all
ungrounded conductors can be disconnected.
Figure 6: Power Harness
To connect power to the display:
1. Connect power to the power harness (“pigtail”) inside the display, refer to Figure 6
for an example.
The power harness has a 5-pin plug at one end and three wires: black, white, and
green/yellow. The plug is connected to the mating plug on the transformer and
allows for easy disconnection of the power harness.
2. Use wire nuts to connect power wires to the power harness.
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