Funtronix SCORE-N-TIME SNT-140BB Operating Manual

FUNTRONIX

TM

SCORE-N-TIME

PORTABLE WIRELESS

BASEBALL SCOREBOARD

MODEL SNT-140BB

OPERATING MANUAL

Revision January 7, 2016

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Thank you for purchasing our Funtronix baseball scoreboard. At Funtronix, our motto is “Electronic Fun for Everyone”. Our goal is to add a little fun to your sports and leisure activities.

The contents of the package may contain parts and packing materials that can be hazardous to children under 3 years old. Assembly of these components must to be performed with adult supervision.

While the AC adapter is UL approved, the input-side plugs into a standard high-voltage AC outl et. Care should be taken to not make physical contact with the power supply plug area.

Before using your new scoreboard, please read the following precautions. Doing so will reward you with many years of enjoyment with your new scoreboard. Failure to follow them may cause bodily harm or may damage the scoreboard beyond the terms of the warranty.

1. DO NOT expose the scoreboard or keypad to rain or other condensing moisture.

2. DO NOT store the scoreboard or keypad in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.

3. DO NOT drop or hit the scoreboard, as this may result in injury and/or void the warranty.

4. DO read the entire owner’s manual so that you will utilize the full potential and versatility of your new scoreboard.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE

1 Scoreboard Setup 4 2 Using Your Scoreboard 5 3 Charging the Wireless Keypad 6 4 Establishing a connection between the

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scoreboard and remote keypad 5 Care and Maintenance 7 6 Troubleshooting 7 7 Specifications 8

PACKAGING CONTENTS

ITEM QUANTITY DESCRIPTION

1 1 SNT-140BB scoreboard unit 2 1 Wireless remote keypad 3 1 Neck lanyard 4 1 AC charger for keypad 5 1 Owner’s Manual

BASEBALL SCOREBOARD FEATURES

 Wireless RF remote control keypad

operates up to 150 feet from scoreboard

 Large 4-inch score digits displays scores

to 99 points per team

 Indoor/outdoor brightness settings  Balls, Strikes, and Outs display

 Top/Bottom of inning indicator  Full-digit innings display  Measures 24” x 12” x 2 ½ “  Battery or AC powered (adapter sold

separately)

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SECTION 1

1. Charge the keypad battery as described in Section 3.

2. Install 6 AA-size alkaline batteries in the scoreboard into the battery holder located on the back-side of the scoreboard. You may also use an AC adapter (sold separately) to conserve your batteries. Plug the adapter into the AC adapter jack located on the back of the scoreboard unit.

3. Extend the swivel-out feet located on the bottom of the scoreboard to stand the it upright on a table or floor.

4. Turn the scoreboard on using the power switch located on the back of the scoreboard.

5. If the scoreboard appears to operate erratically, it may be due to radio interference from a nearby signal. Try changing the radio channel of the scoreboard by pressing

SCOREBOARD SETUP

and holding the

6. To change the display brightness, press and hold the 3 seconds.

7. Set the scoreboard on a sturdy surface, such as the floor or table.

8. You are now ready to use your scoreboard. Proceed to Section 2 for details regarding configuration and use of your scoreboard.

button for approximately 3 seconds.

button for approximately

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SECTION 2

USING YOUR SCOREBOARD

Operation of your scoreboard is very straight-forward. Refer to the illustration below for a description of each keypad button.

OPERATIONAL NOTES:

1. The balls, strikes, and outs digits will flash if they are maxed-out to attract attention.

2. The score digits will flash each time the score changes.

3. The display screen will turn o ff and the inning digit will blink if the scoreboard has been

sitting idle for at least 10 minutes. Pressing any key on the remote will re-enable the display.

4. Hold the

for approximately 3 seconds to reset your game.

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SECTION 3

CHARGING THE WIRELESS KEYPAD

The wireless keypad co ntains a rechargeable battery. While the charge of the k eypad battery will ty pically last between 1 to 2 weeks (depending on usage), we recommend charging your keypad the night before each use of the scoreboard.

The charging indicator will light up orange to indicate the keypad is charging. The light will turn green once the keypad is fully charged.

Plug keypad charger into 120VAC wall outlet

SECTION 4

ESTABLISHING A CONNECTION BETWEEN THE

SCOREBOARD AND REMOTE KEYPAD

1. Cycle the scoreboard power off and on (waiting 3 seconds before each turn-on) until the scoreboard is displaying the RF connection screen shown below at right.

2. Press and hold the remote emits a beep). The scoreboard will go through a process of connecting to the remote and will respond after a few seconds by displaying the radio channel number. The remote will emit a double-beep when the connection process is complete.

3. After a couple seconds the scoreboard will show a normal display and is then ready for action.

NOTE - For scoreboard models built after October 2015: The wireless keypad must be cleared of any previous scoreboard connection data to allow it to connect to the scoreboard again. To clear the keypad’s previous connection information,

button on the remote for up to 5 seconds (until the

press and hold the blinks 5 times.

and buttons simultaneously until the keypad status light

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SECTION 5

Keep your scoreboard clean for optimum viewing of the display.

 Never spray cleaning solutions directly onto the scoreboard or keypad.  Use only ammonia-free window cleaning solution.

To clean your scoreboard, spray the cleaner onto a clean cloth. Lightly wipe the scoreboard or keypad with the damp cloth until clean. To eliminate fine scratches on the front panel – apply a small amount of carnuba car wax on a terry cloth and lightly wipe the front panel.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

SECTION 6

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Symptom: Scoreboard operates erratically. Solution: Radio signals from nearby devices, such as Bluetooth and WiFi, may

interfere with the operation of the Scoreboard. Changing the radio channel of the scoreboard should solve the problem. Refer to Section 1 Step 5 to perform this change.

Symptom: Keypad remote doesn’t appear to work or the scoreboard fails to connect to

keypad.

Solutions: 1. Distance between scoreboard and keypad is too far. Move the

scoreboard closer to the keypad.

2. Re-establish radio connection between scoreboard and keypad as described in Section 4.

Symptom: Scoreboard won’t turn on or display is dim.

Solutions: 1. Screen brightness is on low setting: Press and hold the

for 3 seconds to change brightness.

2. Replace the batteries in the scoreboard.

Symptom: Display ‘blinks’ when a button is pressed on the keypad. Solution: This is normal.

Symptom: Display flickers occasionally when no buttons are pressed on the keypad. Solution: This may occur if another scoreboard is being setup nearby. If the flicker

persists, change the operating channel by pressing and holding the

button

button on the keypad as described in Section 1 Step 5.

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SECTION 7

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

(Specifications subject to change without notice)

FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS Keypad Operating Range: Up to 150 feet from scoreboard unit. Score range (per team): 0 to 99 points Inning display range: 1 through 9 plus 0 for extended inning

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Operating Voltage: +9 volts DC.

Battery requirements Quantity & Type: 6 x AA-size alkaline Battery Life: up to 30 hours (standard brightness)

MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: 24” X 12” X 2 1/2”. Weight: approximately 6 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS Operating Temperature: +10 degrees C to +50 degrees C. Storage Temperature: 0 degrees C to 80 degrees C. Humidity: 0 to 95% non-condensing.

up to 18 hours (high brightness)

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Serial Number: ________________________

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Product:

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