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Portable LED Timers
Display Manual
DD1847112 Rev 0 – 23 July 2010
Please fill in the information below for your display; use it for reference when
calling Daktronics for assistance.
Scoreboard Serial No. __________________________________________
Scoreboard Model No. __________________________________________
Date Installed _________________________________________________
DD1847112
Product 1152
Rev 0 – 23 July 2010
DAKTRONICS, INC.
Copyright 2010
All rights reserved. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the publisher
assumes no responsibility for 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.
All Sport®, Tuff Sport®, UniView™, and PanaView® are trademarks of Daktronics, Inc.
Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction ................................................................................................................. 1
Resources .................................................................................................................................. 1
Daktronics Nomenclature ...................................................................................................... 2
Model Number ........................................................................................................................ 3
Scoreboard Controllers ........................................................................................................... 3
Product Safety Approval........................................................................................................ 3
Specifications ........................................................................................................................... 3
Section 2: Mechanical & Electrical Installation .......................................................................... 5
Mechanical Installation .......................................................................................................... 5
Electrical Installation .............................................................................................................. 5
Power ................................................................................................................................. 5
Signal Connection ............................................................................................................ 5
Section 3: Scoreboard Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 7
Troubleshooting Table ............................................................................................................ 7
Component Location & Access ............................................................................................. 8
Replacing Digits ...................................................................................................................... 9
LED Drivers ............................................................................................................................. 9
Replacing a Driver ......................................................................................................... 10
Setting the Driver Address ........................................................................................... 10
Segmentation and Digit Designation .................................................................................. 11
Schematics .............................................................................................................................. 11
Replacement Parts List ......................................................................................................... 11
Daktronics Exchange and Repair & Return Programs ..................................................... 12
Exchange Program ......................................................................................................... 12
Repair & Return Program ............................................................................................. 13
Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability ...................................................... 13
Appendix A: Reference Drawings ................................................................................................. 15
Appendix B: Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability .................................................... 17
Table of Contents i
Figure 1: Daktronics Drawing Label
Introduction
This manual explains the installation and maintenance of Daktronics portable LED timers. For
additional information regarding the safety, installation, operation, or service of these displays, refer
to the telephone numbers listed in Section 0. This manual is not specific to a particular installation.
Important Safeguards:
Please read and understand all instructions before beginning the installation process.
Do not drop control equipment or allow it to get wet.
Do not disassemble control equipment or electronic controls of the display; failure to
follow this safeguard will make the warranty null and void.
Disconnect display power when not in use or when servicing.
Disconnect display power before servicing power supplies to avoid electrical shock.
Power supplies run on high voltage and may cause physical injury if touched while
powered.
Do not modify the scoreboard structure or attach any panels or coverings to the
scoreboard without the express written consent of Daktronics, Inc.
Project-specific information takes precedence over any other general information found in
this manual.
Resources
Figure 1 illustrates a Daktronics drawing
label. The drawing number is located in the
lower-right corner of a drawing. This
manual refers to drawings by listing the last
set of digits and the letter preceding them.
In the example, the drawing would be
referred to as Drawing C-325405.
Reference Drawing:
System Riser Diagram ........................................................................... Drawing C-325405
Daktronics identifies manuals by the DD or ED number located on the cover page of each
manual. For example, this manual would be referred to as DD1847112.
Introduction 1
Daktronics Nomenclature
Assembly; a collection of circuit boards
Fabricated metal assembly
Termination block for power
or signal cable
Power or signal plug for the
opposite jack
Figure 2: Display ID Label
Figure 3: Typical Label
Serial and model numbers can be found on the ID label on the display as shown in Figure 2.
Please list the model number, display serial number, and the date this display became
operational in the blanks provided on the second page of this manual. When calling
Daktronics customer service, please have this information available to ensure the request is
serviced as quickly as possible.
Most components within this display carry a white label that lists the part number of the unit.
If a component is not found in the Replacement Parts List in Section 3.7, use the label to order
a replacement. Figure 3 illustrates a typical label. The part number is in bold.
Following the Replacement Parts List is the Daktronics Exchange Policy and the Repair &
Return Program. Refer to these instructions if replacing or repairing any display component.
2 Introduction
Dimensions:
Height, Width, Depth
H 9", W 1'-8", D 4”
(229 mm, 508 mm, 102 mm)
indoor scoreboards, 120 V, PanaView® digits
indoor scoreboards, 230 V, PanaView® digits
Model Number
Daktronics scoreboards are differentiated by their model numbers and two-letter prefixes for
each sport. Most Daktronics scoreboards also carry a two-number suffix that refers to indooroutdoor status, power supply, and digit color.
Scoreboard Controllers
Daktronics portable LED timers are designed for use with the All Sport® 1600 and 5000 series
control consoles. These controllers use keyboard overlays (sport inserts) to control numerous
sports and scoreboard models. Refer to the following manuals for operating instructions:
All Sport 1600 Series Control Console Operation Manual (ED-12462)
All Sport 5000 Series Control Console Operation Manual (ED-11976)
These control console manuals are available online at www.daktronics.com/manuals.
Product Safety Approval
Daktronics portable LED timers are ETL-listed, tested to CSA standards and CE-labeled for
indoor use. Contact Daktronics with any questions regarding the testing procedures.
Specifications
The chart below details all of the mechanical specifications, circuit specifications, and power
requirements for each display in this manual.
Notes: All displays require a 120 V AC, 15 A circuit. Displays with a 230 V A C power
requirement are also available.
Introduction 3