Document Outline

• Introduction
  • How to Use This Manual
  • Safety Precautions
  • Network Concepts
    • RS232 Network
    • RS422 Network
    • Modem Network
    • Fiber Optic Network
    • Radio Network
  • Display Overview
  • Component Identification
  • Nomenclature
• Mechanical Installation
  • Mechanical Installation Overview
  • Support Structure Design
  • Ventilation Requirements
  • Lifting the Display
  • Display Mounting
  • Optional Temperature Sensor Mounting
• Electrical Installation
  • Common Connectors in the Display
  • Control Cable Requirements
    • RS232
    • RS422
    • Modem
    • Fiber Optic
    • Radio
  • RJ Connector Cables
    • Installing an RJ Connector
  • Conduit
  • Preparing for Power/Signal Connection
  • Power
    • Power Requirements
    • Grounding
    • Power Installation
      • Installation with Ground and Neutral Conductors Provided
      • Installation with Only a Neutral Conductor Provided
    • Power Connection
    • Main Disconnect
  • Signal Termination from Computer to Display
    • RS232
    • RS422
    • Modem
    • Fiber Optic
    • Venus® 1500 Radio Client
  • Signal Termination Between Two (or More) Signs
    • RS422 Interconnection
    • Fiber Interconnection
  • Optional Temperature Sensor
  • First Time Operation
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting
  • Maintenance and Troubleshooting Overview
  • Signal Summary
  • Power Summary
  • Service and Diagnostics
    • Transformer and RFI Filter
      • Transformer
      • RFI Filter
    • Controller
    • Modules and Drivers
    • Power Supplies
    • Light Detector
    • Modem
    • Fiber Board
    • RS422 Surge Suppressor
    • Location of CAN Termination Jumper
  • Ventilation Systems (With Fans and Filters)
  • Thermostats
  • Weather Stripping
  • Display Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Initial Operation Information
  • Replacement Parts List
  • Daktronics Exchange and Repair and Return Programs
• Appendix A: Reference Drawings
• Appendix B: Signal Converter
  • ED-14413-Rev 1.pdf
    • Signal Converters and Loop-back Testing for Direct Connectio
      • RS422 Loop-Back Test (Outdoor Displays)
      • RS422 Loop-Back Test (Indoor/Outdoor Displays)
      • Loop-Back test with Fiber
      • Conducting the Venus 1500 Software Test