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AlphaEclipse 2500/2600 Sign Installation Manual - Alpha

1. Installation 1 Mount the temperature probe vertically using the mounting plate on each side of the probe The temperature probe can be mounted on either a flat or a curved surface 2 Run the temperature probe cable into the sign through the signal wire conduit opening Connect the temperature probe cable to the TEMP SYNC PORT on the Turbo Extender board see Appendix J Controller board on page 53 Mount Mounting plate vertically to allow hot air D n to flow under the unit TEMP SYNC PORT on Turbo Extender board RS485 Red RS485 Black O SHIELD Drain uninsulated O GND Green Temperature probe cable OD VCC 5V White pn 7122 0401 22 AWG The TEMP SYNC PORT is on the 08 ee Turbo Extender board see size cable length a 00 i AWG feet Appendix J Controller board on page 53 24 150 22 250 20 400 18 625 Appendix Figure 16 Temperature probe installation 37 Modem option This option allows messages to be sent from a computer that has a transmitting modem to a sign that has a receiving modem installed Each modem must be attached to its own phone line NOTE The modem option only includes the installation of a receiving modem in a sign The purchase and installation of the transmitting modem which is attached to a computer is the responsibility of the sign buyer The US Robotics 56K modem is used as the receiving modem This brand is also
2. Overview Sign mounting structure RS485 outdoor cable pn 7122 0284 External connection box Internal sign connections SNS o e 7 Inside sign SERIAL PORT ii on Controller board e we gem D GND o O RS232 RxD i H 0 RS232 TxD lt SHIELD SHIELD a RS485 EN RS485 A sad e s Sav a IN R e d dei External connection box ermina OE watertight enclosure A A n ii ir ey ee Et deeg Si JJ To send messages to a sign using an external connection box see Appendix Using an IR Message Loader or a computer with an external connection box on page 52 Modular Network Adapter pn 4331 0602 Figure 14 External connection box 24 External connection box computer to sign connection Electrical installation Electrical installation should only be attempted by a qualified electrician Electrical connection must comply with all applicable national and local codes Hazardous voltage Hazardous voltage After removing power wait Contact with high voltage AT LEAST ONE MINUTE before may cause death or serious EE hi d injury continuing this procedure Always disconnect power to Otherwise serious injury or unit prior to servicing ee death may occur oia Guidelines for electrical installation e Inspect all internal sign cabling for proper connection and seating e All power wiring must be from circuit breaker protected lines
3. S 8 8 5 5 2 E 5 e 5 gt T 2 Sella lease ez 2 g E Z wm gt gt Hi E cc S E o D q as ES gt 2 16 96 1 74 0 87 3 1 16 128 2 35 117 4 2 16 160 2 87 143 5 2 16 192 3 48 1 74 6 2 32 96 3 44 172 6 2 E 32 128 4 64 232 8 3 32 160 5 68 2 84 10 4 32 192 6 88 3 44 12 4 48 96 5 10 2 55 9 3 48 128 6 87 3 43 12 4 3 See Figure 2 on page 8 48 160 8 42 4 21 15 5 48 192 10 19 5 10 18 6 64 96 6 80 3 40 12 4 i 64 128 9 16 4 58 16 6 64 160 11 24 5 62 20 7 64 192 13 60 6 80 24 8 80 96 8 35 4 18 15 5 80 128 11 24 5 62 20 7 80 160 13 83 6 91 25 9 80 192 16 71 8 35 30 10 51 Appendix l Using an IR Message Loader or a computer with an external connection box IR Message Loader with an external connection box e See the IR Message Loader Instructions available on our Web site at http www adaptivedisplays com for more information Message 1 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 series sign Sign mounting structure RS485 outdoor cable pn 7122 0284 External connection box see External connection box computer to sign connection on page 24 DATA VALID DATA BAT LOW wo LE q 3 foot RS485 data cable pn 1088 8628 SEN This connects to the Modular Network Adapter inside the external connection box IR m
4. E On On Termination on 46 Appendix Sign size settings Bank 3 DIP switches indicates that this DIP switch setting can be set using the AlphaNET Diagnostics software Controller board back view Driver board height Sign height lines Sign length columns 160 columns pixels 3 h TEN How to calculate Sign height and Sign length Leo Sign size is typically represented in pixels like 160 oes LED row columns x 48 rows This means the sign is 160 pixels ee long and 48 pixels high In AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 signs LED row each line is 16 pixels high So a 160 x 48 sign has a Sign height 3 48 16 and a Sign length 160 160 x 48 sign Bank 3 DIP switches Sign length columns Sign height lines 10 9 8 7 Description 6 5 4 Description Off Off Off Off 64 columns default Off Off Off 1 Tine default Off Off Off On 16 columns Off Off On 2 lines Off Off On Off 32 columns Off On Off 3 lines Off Off On On 48 columns Off On On 4 lines Off On Off Off 64 columns On Off Off 5 lines Off On Off On 80 columns On Off On 6 lines Off On On Off 96 columns On On Off 7 lines SC Ge Off On On On 112 columns On On On 8 lines
5. Termination ON Termination switch Termination OFF Termination ON is on the back Three sign network RS485 gt Converter Box III Termination ON Termination switch Termination OFF Termination OFF Termination ON is on the back Appendix 43 When the sign receives messages from a computer connected to the sign using fiber optic cable One sign network Fiber optic cable Two sign network Termination ON Fiber optic cable ma H E Termination ON Termination ON Three sign network Fiber optic cable Rm A E Termination ON Termination OFF Termination ON When the sign receives messages from a computer via a modem or wireless transceiver One SCH network Wl EE RS232 gt transceiver in each sign then set termination to ON in each sign inside sign Termination ON D per D D First sign l E D CC RS232 gt RS485 p ee H A gt First sign Last sign a Wireless transceiver D inside sign Termination ON Termination ON Three sign network Do RS232 gt 5485 Termination ON Termination OFF Termination ON Wireless transceiver S inside sign Appendix Appendix G DIP switch settings DIP switch locations DIP switches are used to set various sign parameters DIP switches are located on the Controller board Bank 1 Bank 2 and Bank 3 AlphaEclipse sign internal view right side E
6. and so on e Temperature to display the temperature on the signs in a Master Slave network a temperature probe must be connected to the Master sign e Time in Master Slave mode the time is synchronized at the top of every hour and also whenever a message is sent using the AlphaNET software Master Master e Wired Each sign must be equipped with the internal receiving modem which requires a dedicated Modem option telephone line per sign Messages are sent to the sign from a computer that is connected to a transmitting modem Each sign must be equipped with an internal wireless transceiver Messages are sent to the sign Wireless option from a computer that is connected to a wireless transceiver 32 Appendix Sign network design e Signs that are networked using RS485 should be daisy chained or connected one sign after the other Star type network connections should not be used Daisy chain network Star network e R next sign a A SA RIGHT WRONG e Jn multi sign networks set a unique serial address for each sign However don t use serial address 0 For example set the serial address 1 for the first sign set the serial address 2 for the second sign and so on See Sign operation settings Bank 1 and Bank 2 DIP switches on page 46 Appendix 33 Appendix D Opening and closing the sign NOTE Do NOT attempt to open the door on a sign in windy co
7. ADAPTIVE AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Sign Installation Manual Adaptive Micro Systems LLC http www adaptivedisplays com support eclipse Read Safety section before starting see page 4 Mechanical installation see page 6 How many signs are installed ONE SIGN TWO OR MORE SIGNS e Goto STEP 4 SIZES Must all signs display the same message at the same time YES NO e If two signs are mounted back to back follow All signs must be the same size directions on page 12 Then go to STEP 4 e If two signs are mounted back to back follow e If not see page 16 Then go to STEP 4 directions on page 10 Then go to STEP 4 e If not see page 14 Then go to STEP 4 MALAT How will messages be sent from a computer to the sign s Method Directions WIRED RS232 WIRED RS485 Follow directions on page 18 Then go to STEP 5 Follow directions on page 19 Then go to STEP 5 FIBER OPTIC e Follow directions on page 20 Then go to STEP 5 ETHERNET e Follow directions on page 21 Then go to STEP 5 MODEM e Follow directions on page 22 Then go to STEP 5 WIRELESS e Follow directions on page 23 Then go to STEP 5 EXTERNAL CONNECTION BOX e Follow directions on page 24 Then go to STEP 5 STEP 5 Electrical installation page 25 STEP 6 Use AlphaNET v2 0 3 or greater software to send messages to the sign s Copyright 2003 Adaptive Micro Systems LLC All rights re
8. Termination on This sets the Master sign s address 1 This makes this the Master sign page 43 Slave sign settings Serial address Master Slave Termination Set DIP switch 2 ON Set DIP switch 7 ON For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see Appendix F Termination on This sets the Slave sign s address 2 This makes this a Slave sign page 43 NOTE Signs set up as Master Slave units can NOT be changed to Master Master operation by just changing a sign s DIP switches Doing so could damage a sign Be sure to disconnect the TEMP SYNC wiring so that the Master Master configuration matches the wiring shown in Figure 5 on page 12 Back to back Master Slave sign connection 11 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual 07 9711 7001G October 8 2003 Back to back Master Master sign connection 1 Open the sign according to Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 Connect signal wire 2 Connect the two signs as shown below e Each Master sign will have a modem or wireless transceiver inside or one of the Master signs will be connected to a computer by wire fiber optic cable or an external connection box e If both Master signs have a modem or a wireless transceiver inside or each sign is connected to an external connection box then the wire connecting both signs shown below is not necessary A one line sign does not include a Serial I O terminal block Connect RS485 RS485 and SHIELD directly to
9. e A two pole disconnect device must be installed in the building wiring for each branch circuit supplying the sign e The sign must be properly earth grounded The sign s support structure should NOT be used as ground e Run separate conduits for signal wires for example RS232 RS485 and for power wires e All electrical connections must be watertight e Use minimum 85 C copper wire only Utiliser uniquement un fil en cuivre pouvant supporter 85 C minimum Electrical installation 25 Open the sign Open the sign according to Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 Connect power to the sign Connect the sign to an appropriate power source For an AlphaEclipse 2500 sign see Table 3 on page 50 For an AlphaEclipse 2600 sign see Table 4 on page 51 Power line conduit opening Terminal Connect power lines to a pi 120V 240V 20 amp dedicated service oe breaker 1 LINE LINE 1 2 NEUTRAL LINE 2 3 GROUND GROUND Ground the sign 3 The sign must be properly earth grounded The sign s support structure should not be used as ground Test the exhaust fans 4 Apply power to the sign 5 Push 1 on the sign s internal power switch
10. on This sets this sign s address 1 This makes this the Master sign page 43 Second Master sign settings Bank 2 Bank 1 0T68LISVEZT OT6ESL9GbECT AAA AAA O MAA e ON Serial address Master Slave Termination Set DIP switch 2 ON Set DIP switch 7 OFF For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see DEE Appendix F Termination on This sets this sign s address 2 This makes this a Master sign page 43 Last Master sign settings Bank 2 Bank 1 0I68SLISVEZT OT6SLISVEZ IIA ANO 1 111111111 io d d ON Serial address Master Slave Termination Set DIP switches 1 amp 2 ON Set DIP switch 7 OFF For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see This sets this sign s address 3 Appendix F Termination on This makes this a Master sign page 43 If this was the 4th sign then set the serial address 4 Multiple Master Master signs 17 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G October 8 2003 Wired RS232 computer to sign connection 1 Open the sign according to Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 2 Connect the computer to the sign as shown below NOTE A one line sign does not include a Serial I O terminal block Connect RS232 TxD RS232 RxD and GND directly to the Serial Port on the controller board up to 50 feet gt Overview a Me S S a g e 1 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 series sign Computer running AlphaNET messaging software SERIAL PORT on Controller board
11. part of modem option Appendix Signal I O terminal block Used to connect an RS232 or RS485 network to the sign RS485 e RS485 SHIELD RS232TXD RS232 RXD op SGLGND A one line sign does not include a Serial 1 0 terminal block Instead connections are made directly to the Serial Port on the controller board See page 53 Photocell Used to dim the sign s LEDs Signal conduit opening Access for RS232 RS485 communication signals and the wireless transceiver option Must be sealed with weather proof conduit during installation Controller board Controls sign operation Turbo Extender board Plugs into the Controller board and sends data to the sign s LED boards The Turbo Extender board has A terminal type connector labeled TEMP SYNC PORT for the temperature probe and RS485 Master Slave sign networks Modem kit 120V option Modem kit 240V option Allows sending messages to sign via a modem option Transceiver kit 120V option Transceiver kit 240V option Allows sending messages to sign via wireless transmitter option 10 Fiber optic modem option Allows sending messages to sign via fiber optic mini modems option Power switch Used to disconnect sign from power source An intermittent switch on this assembly allows exhaust fans to be turned in order to test their operation Power supply terminal block
12. prevents setting DIP switches from On On software and the sign will operate using the 8 Description current DIP switch settings D P switches 10 and 9 on Bank 2 must also be both on Test Mode Off 8N1 8 data bits No parity 1 stop bit default On 7E2 7 data bits Even parity 2 stop bits Data format 7 Description Off Master mode default On Slave mode Master Slave an D EN EN E Go bi B pS ee 9 NN St 5 4 3 Description j 3 3 D Off Off Autobaud see NOTE below Off Off Off Off Off Off Off 0 00 A PA 00 1200 E Off On Off 2400 E Off Off Off Off Off Off On 1 01 Off On On 4800 3 off otf off off off on of 2 02 On Off Off 9600 e Off Off Off Off Off O 0 3 03 Z p r S On On Of 38400 3 On On On Autobaud see NOTE below LJ NOTE When Autobaud is on the sign will automatically try S to set itself to the baud rate and data format ONT or 7E2 of 3 On 00 On On On of On 125 7D the transmitting modem Also make sure that Data format Bank 2 switch 8 is set to Off 5 On On On On On On Off 126 7E N On On On On On On On 127 7F 2 1 Description see page 43 S Off Off Termination off default
13. wireless transceiver computer or external connection box at this terminal block gt 1 GO C4 ES S SHIELD DIP switches gt gt D underneath 8 col 6 E Turbo Extender Board C E E E E i A Lf O Al E 9 Conduit Controller Board Opening y Blvd 7 Conduit Slave Sin For SERIAL 1 0 RS485 Red and TEMP SYNC PORT use RS485 wire 22AWG rated for TEMP SYNC PORT ol RS485 Red E Cl _6186485 Black SHIELD DIP switches O o pa underneath 8 1 8 Turbo Extender Board EA Pow 2 o H e a ei s Tr A o dd ria ee O Signal 9 Conduit Controller Board Opening Figure 4 Back to back Master Slave sign connection 10 Back to back Master Slave sign connection October 8 2003 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G Set DIP switches These are the recommended DIP switch settings for a Master Slave back to back sign connection Master sign settings Controller board side view DIP switches Serial address Master Slave Termination Set DIP switch 1 ON Set DIP switch 7 OFF For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see Appendix F
14. Used to connect the sign to an appropriate power supply Two surge suppressors circled below are used per sign 120VAC Surge suppressors Power supply terminal block Power conduit opening Access for electrical power Must be sealed with weather proof conduit during installation Appendix 240V modem transformer and fuses option Used as part of the 240V modem option 29 30 Appendix B Equipment identification SS AA Eb E A ee a NUD Sess ADAPTIVE TYPE 3A ENCLOSURE DR A over a A es Se Item Name Description 2500 192X80A LED lamp color e A Amber e R Red Width pixel columns A Model number Height pixel rows LED lamp viewing angle e 00 30 degree e 01 70 degree LED pitch e 25 0 45 inch pitch e 26 0 60 inch pitch B Series letter Used to differentiate sign versions 6 Electrical information Input voltage frequency and amperage D Date of manufacture Month day and year the sign was made E Serial number Consecutive unique identification number Appendix Appendix C Networking signs NOTE Sign networks that use fiber optic cable should only be installed by a qualified fiber optic technician NOTE In order to display messages on an AlphaEclipse sign a sign must be connected to a computer that has sign messaging software like AlphaNET software installed Computer to sign communication methods There are a numb
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16. frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with installation guidelines may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Temperature protection In order to protect itself from damage a sign will automatically turn on its exhaust fans and dim or turn off its LEDs when the sign reaches a predetermined internal temperature Internal sign temperature lt 30 C 30 49 C 50 70 C SR 81 C 82 C or greater 86 F 86 120 F 122 158 F 160 178 F 180 F LEDs Normal brightness Dim off Controller board On off Power supplies On Exhaust fans Off On NOTES 1 Between 50 60 C 122 140 F LED brightness can decrease between 62 5 100 of normal depending on display load Between 60 65 C 140 149 F LED brightness can decrease between 50 87 5 of normal depending on display load Between 65 70 C 149 158 F LED brightness can decrease between 37 5 75 of normal depending on display load Display load means the number of LEDs that are on For example a graphic that lights up most of a sign s LEDs will have more of a display load than a simple text message that lights up only some LEDs 2 When the LEDs are turned off because the sign
17. inside a sign Both transceivers require antennas and both are programmed at the factory Transceiver setup Figure 18 Locus 0S2400 232 wireless transceiver NOTE This information is based on Adaptive document number OTI00313A NOTE For more information about the Locus OS2400 232 see the product manual OS2400 Radio Modem User s Manual or visit the company s web site http www overairsolutions com On the remote transceiver this antenna would be mounted outside of the sign See Antenna installation on page 40 Using the OverAir Solutions software from Locus the following parameters were set for the master and the remote transceivers Master transceiver Remote transceiver Parameter connected to computer installed inside sign Network Name Network 1 Network Type Point to point Network Channel 1 Radio Name Master Receive Baud Rate 9600 9600 Parity None None Data Bits 8 8 Stop Bits 1 1 Handshaking None None Transmit Power Max Max Appendix 39 Antenna installation Follow these guidelines for mounting the remote transceiver antenna e Install the antenna and bracket on a support structure other than the sign or the signs mounting brackets Do NOT drill a hole in the sign enclosure e Install the antenna in a location that will allow optimum line of sight transmission and reception of signals between the sending transceiver and the antenna Do
18. is too hot two LEDs in the left most corner will remain on to indicate a thermal shutdown 3 All LEDs will be off 4 At or above 30 C 86 F the exhaust fans are switched on by the exhaust fan thermostat If the temperature drops to 20 C 67 F then the exhaust fans are turned off Appendix 49 Technical specifications 50 AlphaEclipse 2500 sign Table 3 AlphaEclipse 2500 sign technical specifications Rated Input Current Dimensions e e E amperes g _ E Salsa lei A g See eae e g E z SRN S 16 96 1 55 0 78 3 1 16 128 2 10 1 05 4 2 16 160 2 56 1 28 5 2 16 192 3 11 1 55 6 2 32 96 3 08 1 54 6 2 32 128 416 208 8 3 32 160 5 07 2 54 10 4 32 192 6 15 3 08 12 4 48 96 4 55 2 27 9 3 3 Be EA i See Figure 2 on page 8 48 160 7 51 3 75 15 5 48 192 9 10 4 55 18 6 64 96 6 07 3 03 12 4 i 64 128 8 19 4 09 16 6 64 160 10 02 5 01 20 7 64 192 12 14 6 07 24 8 80 96 7 44 3 72 15 5 e 80 128 10 02 5 01 20 7 80 160 12 30 6 15 25 9 80 192 14 88 7 44 30 10 Appendix AlphaEclipse 2600 sign Appendix Table 4 AlphaEclipse 2600 sign technical specifications Rated Input Current Dimensions Ke e amperes
19. not install the antenna so that the sign is between the sending transceiver and the receiving antenna e Install the antenna in an unobstructed area keeping adequate clearance from any objects that could block the signal e Install the antenna in a more elevated location than the sign and if possible keep it vertical Mount the sign as shown The antenna should NOT be mounted on the sign itself Inside the sign a 2 foot cable pn 1160 9008A connects the Locus remote transceiver to the 20 foot antenna cable 20 foot cable antenna cable pn 1160 9009A Appendix Fiber optic modem option Description The fiber optic modem option allows messages to be sent from a computer to a sign at distances up to 2 miles Fiber optic transmissions are not subject to electrical noise ensure data security because eavesdropping is virtually impossible and electrically isolate a computer from a sign so there is no spark hazard Two mini modems are necessary e a mini modem inside the sign connected with the 1051 9019 adapter and e a mini modem connected to the computer which will be used to send messages to the sign The 1051 9019 adapter is not used However a RS232 cable DB25 to DB9 or DB25 to DB25 is needed to connect this mini modem to a computer COM RS232 port This LED will be on if the RS232 modem has DB25 power connectors The adapter must be attached to the mini modem used inside the s
20. recommended as the transmitting modem Back view Top view DIP switches Figure 17 US Robotics 56K modem Receiving modem The receiving modem is installed inside a sign at the factory For more information see Modem option on page 38 e Receiving modem DIP switch settings The eight DIP switches on the US Robotics receiving modem are set as follows ON dl de aiIIIIIII 12345678 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 On Off On On Off Off Off On Load user Modem Verbal word Display result Ge Auto answer Carrier detect defined ae ignores DTR result codes codes comands on on ce command set rom memory e Receiving modem internal configuration The following AT command is sent to the modem with a program like HyperTerminal ATGH08R18B184N68Y08W0 Break handling A e Writes this current Disables flow Modem ignores Connection speed destructive but Control RTS Fixed serial port rate 9600 baud does notsend setup to Profile in break memory Transmitting modem The US Robotics 56K modem is recommended for use as the transmitting modem This modem does not require any special setup for sending messages to a sign q y Sp D 8 8 gn Appendix Wireless transceiver option For this option one wireless transceiver the master is connected to a computer and sends messages to another transceiver the remote
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22. the Serial Port on the controller board See page 53 First Master Sign RS485 Red One of the Master signs will be connected to a modem wireless transceiver computer or external connection box at this terminal block CO C C O DIP switches L_ underneath 8 ca 6 8 Turbo Extender Board E AN eege i 8 rote CO 5l g a o Conduit Opening Controller Board Second Master Sign Conduit Use RS485 BS Red wire 22AWG rated for outdoor use pn 7122 0284 PT E E O DIP switches S e underneath 8 EH o 8 Turbo Extender Board E eee o EE o S o Signal CE O LE Conduit Controller Board Opening Figure 5 Back to back Master Master sign connection 12 Back to back Master Master sign connection October 8 2003 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G Set DIP switches These are the recommended DIP switch settings for a Master Master back to back sign connection First Master sign settings Controller board side view DIP switches Bank 2 Bank 1 i OT68LISVEZT OT6SLISVEZT 111 11 te ON Serial address Master Slave Termination Set DIP switch 1 ON Set
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24. 3 Location of termination DIP switches ooooccccccoocccc 43 How to set the termination DIP switches 0 2 ccc cette eee 43 Appendix G DIP Switch Settings coi E wh ee dance wh E a aang ek ed 45 2 Contents October 8 2003 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G DIF Switch MOCOS LL A A AAA AAA A 45 Sign operation settings Bank 1 and Bank 2 DIP switches o 46 Sign size settings Bank 3 DIP switches ooooooooococccn o 47 Using AlphaNET software to set DIP switches 0 0 0 0 ccc ee tne 48 Appendix H Sign Specifications 49 EMI COMPIIANCE 2 ccs deere cde et ded ch dae A aed Ka a 49 Temperature Protection eege tee did Bet dee iaa 49 Technical specifications 50 Appendix I Using an IR Message Loader or a computer with an external connection box 52 IR Message Loader with an external connection box 52 Computer with an external connection bus 52 Appendix J Controller boat 53 Contents 3 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G October 8 2003 Safety Equipment symbols D Chassis ground Mains power I ON 0 OFF Warnings and cautions Hazardous voltage Contact with high voltage may cause death or serious injury Al
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26. 5 connection to each sign s SERIAL I O connector also called the Serial I O terminal block see Appendix A Sign description on page 27 2 wiring a RS485 connection to each sign s TEMP SYNC PORT connector 3 setting each sign s Master Slave DIP switch depending if the sign is operating as a Master or a Slave The DIP switches on a sign can be set by either e opening a sign and then physically setting the DIP switches see Appendix G DIP switch settings on page 45 e using AlphaNET v2 0 3 or greater Diagnostics software see the AlphaNET User Manual available on Adaptive s Web site Signs set up as Master Slave units as described above can not be changed to Master Master operation by just changing a sign s DIP switches 3 above In fact doing so could damage a sign To change Master Slave signs to Master Master units use the directions below e Back to back Master Master sign connection on page 12 or e Multiple Master Master signs on page 16 Safety 5 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G October 8 2003 Mechanical installation Designing the support structure Possible crush hazard Mounting system must be able to safely support the unit s weight Otherwise the unit may fall causing serious injury or death The design of the support structure depends on the mounting methods sign size sign weight and wind loading Support structure design
27. 6 If the exhaust fans are not already on press the fan test button which is located on the sign s internal power switch All the exhaust fans should start up Close the sign 7 See Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 26 Electrical installation Appendix Appendix A Sign description Outside view Appendix H A three line sign 128 x 48 LED matrix is shown Other sign sizes are F similar Front view c i D e Back view B A Side view ltem Name Description A Power conduit opening Access for electrical power Must be sealed with weather proof conduit during installation Access for RS232 RS485 communication signals and for wireless transceiver option B Signal conduit opening Must be sealed with weather proof conduit during installation C Lifting eyebolt Used to lift the sign These should NOT be used to mount the sign D Fancovers Weather resistant louvers allow air movement through the sign E Locking latches Locks the sign door closed Requires 5 32 inch hex key tool to open F Door handle Used to open the sign door Opens for access to internal sign components Metal safety bars hold the door open G Sign door ee The door can be removed from its hinges H LED lens cover Polycarbonate lens cover in the sign door Mounting brackets Used to attach sign to mounting
28. DIP switch 7 OFF For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see Appendix F Termination on This sets the first Master sign s address 1 This makes this the Master sign page 43 This allows you to send messages to just the first Master sign if you send messages to sign address 1 See the AlphaNET User Manual for more information Second Master sign settings Bank 2 Bank 1 OI6SL9GvVECT OT6SLISVEZT IIA AO IIA AO ON Serial address Master Slave Termination Set DIP switch 2 ON Set DIP switch 7 OFF For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see Appendix F Termination on This sets the second Master sign s address 2 This makes this a Master sign page 43 This allows you to send messages to just the second Master sign if you send messages to sign address 2 See the AlphaNET User Manual for more information Back to back Master Master sign connection 13 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G October 8 2003 Multiple Master Slave sign connection 1 Open the sign according to Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 Connect signal wire 2 Connect the signs as shown below e The Master sign will have a modem or wireless transceiver inside or the Master sign will be connected to a computer by wire fiber optic cable or an external connection box A one line sign does not include a Serial I O terminal block Connect RS485 RS485 and SHIELD directly to the Serial Port on the controlle
29. NC Hi GND RS232 RxD RS232 TxD a SHIELD RS485 RS485 RS232 RXD Internal sign connections DOS E RS232 TXD ws e BLU e Signal GND Computer COM Serial 1 0 RS232 port terminal block Figure 8 Wired RS232 computer to sign connection Wired RS232 computer to sign connection October 8 2003 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G Wired RS485 computer to sign connection 1 Open the sign according to Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 2 Connect the computer to the sign as shown below NOTE AlphaEclipse signs that are connected using RS485 must be properly terminated in order for the signs to operate See Appendix F Termination on page 43 for more information NOTE The Converter Box III cannot be located outdoors NOTE A one line sign does not include a Serial I O terminal block Connect RS485 RS485 and SHIELD directly to the Serial Port on the controller board See page 53 NOTE Adaptive standard RS485 outdoor plenum 2 conductor shielded cable pn 7122 0284 is the only RS485 cable that works successfully with outdoor displays Category 3 cable Category 5 cable and other cables do not work reliably and are not approved by Adaptive for use Overview 10 feet eem up to 4000 feet gt RS232 RS485 um z Message 1 t Se RS232 cable Converter RS485 outdoor
30. On Off Off Off 128 columns On Off Off On 144 columns On Off On Off 160 columns On Off On On 176 columns i On On Off Off 192 columns lidad del On On Off On 208 columns 3 Description On On On Off 224 columns Off 8 row high default On On On On 240 columns On 16 row high use for a 2500 2600 sign Appendix Using AlphaNET software to set DIP switches AlphaNET software version 2 0 3 and greater can be used to set the Bank 1 2 or 3 DIP switches explained previously Version 2 0 3 is documented here your screens may appear different 1 To do this select the AlphaNET Diagnostics software 7 Diagnostics version 1 1 63 2 Select Configure Sign Advanced gt Select Address Select the serial address es of the signs you want to configure 3 Select one or more of the available options Set Sign Size Set Serial Address and so on and click on Send To set the sign to its DIP switch settings check this box 48 Appendix Appendix H Sign Specifications EMI compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio
31. SYNC PORT i i RS485 Red i ES 8 i i o i DIP switches gt L D i underneath E o l i 8 Turbo Extender Board N 9 aaa 4 Of B 9 i 6 EE 3 i 2 Signal Conduit Controller Board Opening Figure 6 Multiple Master Slave sign connection 14 Multiple Master Slave sign connection October 8 2003 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G Set DIP switches These are the recommended DIP switch settings for Master Slave multiple sign connection Master sign settings Controller board side view DIP switches Serial address Master Slave Termination Set DIP switch 1 ON Set DIP switch 7 OFF For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see Appendix F Termination on This sets this sign s address 1 This makes this the Master sign page 43 First Slave sign settings Bank 2 Bank 1 0T68LYISVEZT OTESL9SbECT LR AA ke ON Serial address a Termination Set DIP switch 2 ON Set DIP switch 7 ON For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see e Appendix F Termination on This sets this sign s address 2 This makes this a Slave sign page 43 Last Slave sign settings Bank 2 Bank 1 0T68LISVEZT OT6SLISVEZT II ANO MIA ANO ON Serial address Master Slave Termination Set DIP switches 1 amp 2 ON Set DIP switch 7 ON For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see This sets this sign s address 3 Appendix F Termination on This makes this a Slave sign pag
32. cable SE e Ki 2600 messaging 8634 fas a software Internal sign Converter Box III connections pn 1088 1111 TE ESA To computer COM RS232 port SERIAL PORT on Controller board BLK RS485 O NC ww DO GND FA O RS232 RxD a SHIELD o RS232 TxD SHIELD e SHIELD O SHIELD RS485 g Ea RS485 gt g Serial 1 0 terminal block 6 Figure 9 Wired RS485 computer to sign connection Wired RS485 computer to sign connection 19 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual 07 9711 7001G October 8 2003 Fiber optic computer to sign connection See also Fiber optic modem option on page 41 1 Open the sign according to Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 2 Connect the computer to the sign as shown below NOTE Sign networks that use fiber optic cable should only be installed by a qualified fiber optic technician VE up to 2 miles 10 000 feet SC TI i SE A Fiber optic cable Mini Modem Mini Modem to RS232 and port Adapter inside sign SERIAL PORT on Controller board WC SV GND RS232 RxD RS232 TxD SHIELD RS485 RS485 RED SHIELD BLK 5 z Au Adapter Mini Modem Mini Modem Connect to pn 1051 9019 inside sign outside sign computer COM RS232 port 20 Fiber optic
33. computer to sign connection Ethernet 10BASE T only Computer Lantronix MSS485 running up to 4000 feet gt AlphaNET RS485 messaging software AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 RS485 outdoor cable pn 7122 0284 series sign ERIAL PORT e Controller eich lt SIGNAL IN N C GND RS232 RxD RS232 TxD SHIELD RS485 RS485 SHIELD SASIAN SHIELD To Ethernet gt Che d XINOHLNVT 7 Lantronix MSS485 pn 1088 4112A serial 1 0 interface between Ethernet and RS485 networks terminal block ge a sup Se Switch es Setting Meaning located on back of unit 1 23 0n70n70n 2wire RS485 A A d A H Ap lonyor 2 wire RS485 termination 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 On On RX biasing 8 Off Float shield Figure 11 Ethernet computer to sign connection Ethernet computer to sign connection 21 Modem computer to sign connection Overview III e Ore Transmitting Computer modem AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 running series sign equipped with AlphaNET internal receiving modem messaging software Internal sign connections Yellow Green TIP To phone line Route phone line through signal wire conduit Red RING 1 wire c opening in sign Black Telephone service The phone line must be a hookup dedicated line SERIAL PORT on Controller board NC GND RS232 R
34. e 43 If this was the 4th sign then set the serial address 4 NOTE Signs set up as Master Slave units can not be changed to Master Master operation by just changing a sign s DIP switches Doing so could damage a sign Be sure to disconnect the TEMP SYNC wiring so that the Master Master configuration matches the wiring shown in Figure 7 on page 16 Multiple Master Slave sign connection 15 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G Multiple Master Master signs 1 Open the sign according to Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 Connect signal wire 16 2 Connect the signs as shown below October 8 2003 e Each Master sign will have a modem or wireless transceiver inside or one of the Master signs will be connected to a computer by wire fiber optic cable or an external connection box e Ifall Master signs have a modem or a wireless transceiver inside or each sign is connected to an external connection box then the wire connecting the signs shown below is not necessary A one line sign does not include a Serial I O terminal block Connect RS485 RS485 and SHIELD directly to the Serial Port on the controller board See page 53 First Master Sign DIP switches The Master sign will be connected to a modem wireless transceiver computer or external connection box RS485 Red SHIELD at this terminal block unde
35. er of ways to connect an AlphaEclipse sign to a computer e Wired RS232 RS485 e Fiber optic e Modem e Wireless e External connection box Indoor use Outdoor use Distance from Networking method computer to sign Wired Wired feet aii 1 2 4 lan 1 3 Fiber Modem Wireless Sege RGI Fiber Modem Wireless optic optic up to 50 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 50 to 1000 No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes 1000 4000 No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes 4000 No No Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes Yes NOTES 1 Installed and configured at the factory 2 Maximum indoor range of a Locus 0S2400 232 wireless transceiver is about 1500 feet Actual operating range depends on local environment including obstructions and electrical interference 3 Maximum range of a Locus 0S2400 232 wireless transceiver is about 10 000 feet about 2 miles Actual operating range depends on local environment including obstructions and electrical interference 4For a fiber optic data connection the maximum distance between the sign and computer is 2 miles 10 000 feet Appendix 31 Sign to sign communication methods NOTE Each sign in a network should have its own unique serial address To set a sign address see Sign operation settings Bank 1 and Bank 2 DIP switches on page 46 Also there are several ways to interconnect two or more AlphaEcl
36. essage Loader pn 1071 1113 Computer with an external connection box To external connection box see External connection box computer to sign connection on page 24 8 foot RS485 cable pn 1088 8624 EE Converter Box III pn 1088 1111 Modular Network Adapter pn 4331 0602 Ole Sc Computer running AlphaNET messaging software SHIELD D al RS485 outdoor cable pn 7122 0284 10 foot computer to Converter Box Type A9 RS232 cable pn 1088 8634 52 Appendix Appendix J Controller board Description TEMP SYNC PORT on Turbo Extender board RS485 RS485 SHIELD GND Turbo Extender board see below VCC 5V Photocell connector e e Serial board 98508909 LED row5 LED row 1 LED row 2 8 TEMP SYNC SERIAL PORT E on Controller board SE O Vee 5V LED row 3 GND 3 RS232 RxD LED row 4 6 0 RS232 TxD oO O SHIELD NOTE A one line sign does not include a Serial 1 0 O 86485 terminal block Connect directly to the Serial Port on RS485 the sign s controller board Turbo Extender board connections LED row numbering LED ROW 5 LED ROW 4 LED ROW 3 LED ROW 2 LED ROW 1 Appendix 53 54 Appendix
37. ets to mount the sign Mounting to any other parts of the sign will void the warranty All top and bottom mounting support brackets should be used to mount the sign Drill holes as needed in the sign s mounting support brackets for fasteners Drilling holes in any other place on the sign will void the warranty Follow these guidelines when drilling holes in the mounting support brackets Doll the minimum number of holes necessary The distance from the center line of a mounting bolt to the outside edge of a mounting support bracket should not be less than two times the diameter of the fasteners To prevent bi metal corrosion dissimilar material should be isolated when mounting the sign If the sign is mounted to a solid surface like a wall nothing should block the space between the top bottom and sides of the sign and the solid surface If there is an obstruction as in a monument style installation then run ductwork not supplied from the bottom of each fan cover to the side edge of the sign Do not run ductwork to the top of the sign as rain or other material could enter the sign Do not run the ductwork to the bottom of the sign as this could force exhaust air back into the sign Allow fan clearance as shown below Lifting bolt Only use eyebolt for lifting not for mounting i Mounting support bracket upper The mounting support brackets and eyebolts are steel For adequate air circulation allow at least 3 i
38. ign Underneath this nameplate are setup switches see Table 2 on page 42 The nameplate can be removed with a small screwdriver Figure 19 Black Box ME605A async fiber optic mini modem left and 1051 9019 adapter right Specifications Table 1 Fiber optic mini modem specifications Data rate Up to 19 2 Kbps Pulse width distortion Less than 25 Transmission line Duplex optical cable Transmission mode Asynchronous full or half duplex Transmission controls Carrier constantly on or controlled by RTS 28 dBm into 100 140 fiber Optical output levels 32 dBm into 62 5 125 fiber 36 dBm into 50 125 fiber Receiver sensitivity 45 dBm Operating wavelength 850 nm Appendix 41 42 Table 1 Fiber optic mini modem specifications Operating range fibers e 100 140 fiber with attenuation of 4 dB km e 62 5 125 fiber with attenuation of 3 5 dB km e 50 125 fiber with attenuation of 3 dB km Maximum range is 2 miles 3 km of continuous fiber with the following Indicators One power LED Terminal interface One ITU V 24 EIA RS232C integral DB25 connector Fiber optic interface Two ST connectors Operating conditions e Temperature 32 to 122 F 0 to 50 C e Humidity up to 90 non condensing Size 0 7 x 2 1 x 3 1 in 1 8 x 5 3 x 7 8 cm Weight 1 3 02 36 0 Table 2 Fiber optic modem setup swi
39. ipse signs together e Wired RS485 e Modem e Wireless Networking method Description Signs connected this way can each display a unique message One of the signs must be connected to a computer which is used to create and send messages NOTES e Messaging a message can be displayed on all the signs in a Master Master network by sending the message to sign address 00 Also if each sign in a Master Master network has a unique serial address for example 01 02 and so on then a different message can be sent to and displayed on each sign Temperature to display the temperature on the signs in a Master Master network a temperature probe must be connected to each sign If a sign attempts to display the temperature and does not have a temperature probe attached the sign will display ERR in place of the temperature Time in Master Master mode the time is synchronized whenever a message is sent using the AlphaNET software Signs connected this way display the same message at the same time This is called simultaneous messaging and is often used when signs are mounted back to back The Master sign must be connected to a computer The computer is used to create and send messages NOTES e Messaging a message will be displayed simultaneously on all the signs in a Master Slave Master Slave network by sending the message to sign address 00 or to all the sign addresses 01 02
40. ivalente consigliata bater a o uno equivalente recomendado dal fabbricante Eliminare le batterie por el fabricante Deseche las bater as scariche in base alle istruzioni del usadas de acuerdo con las instrucciones fabbricante SOAN del fabricante SM1019A Sp 4 Safety October 8 2003 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G Preventing Electrostatic Discharge ESD Damage This equipment contains components that may be damaged by static electricity or electrostatic discharge To prevent this from happening be sure to follow the guidelines in Adaptive Tech Memo 00 0005 Preventing Electrostatic Discharge ESD Damage available on our Web site at http www adaptivedisplays com Changing from Master Slave to Master Master operation Master Slave sign operation see page 10 and page 14 in this mode a message will be displayed on all the signs at the same time Also in this mode there is just one Master sign but there can be multiple Slave signs Messages are sent to the Master sign using a wire modem or wireless connection Then these messages are sent and displayed on all the Slave signs plus the Master sign at the same time Master Master sign operation see page 12 and page 16 in this mode each sign can display a different message However a message cannot be displayed simultaneously on all the signs Signs are configured for Master Slave mode by 1 wiring a RS48
41. m LED board connectors Row5 Row1 Row2 Row3 Rou A Row 3 Turbo Extender board Row 2 Controller board Row 1 Serial board Controller board Controller board side view back view Bank 2 DIP switches see page 46 Bank 1 DIP switches see page 46 Bank 3 DIP switches see page 46 Figure 21 DIP switch locations Appendix 45 Sign operation settings Bank 1 and Bank 2 DIP switches indicates that this DIP switch setting can be set using the AlphaNET Diagnostics software Controller board side view oT i Diagnostics Data format Serial address Memory Test Master Slave Baud rate RS485 clear mode Termination Bank 2 DIP switches Bank 1 DIP switches 10 9 Description 10 Description Off Off Normal messaging default E Off Do NOT clear memory detault a Off On Goes through several test patterns to test for On Clear memory on powerup Z unlit LEDs and other irregularities On Off All LEDs are lit to test for uniform LED display Software override When enabled prevents 9 8 Description S setting DIP switches from software and the Off Off Normal mode default On On sign will operate using the current DIP switch Off On Production test mode settings DIP switches 9 and 8 on Bank 1 must 0 Off IDisplay t tos also be both on n isplay temperature tes Software override When enabled
42. nches of clearance below the fan covers and the fresh air intakes at bottom of the sign Stainless steel bolts are used to attach the mounting support For monument type installations where the brackets to the sign sign is enclosed the fan covers and fresh air intakes should be ducted so that exhaust air is not recirculated into the fresh air intakes If this is not done the sign could overheat and shut down The sign case is aluminum Ip sneyxg Adaptive recommends isolating the fresh air intakes from the exhaust fans ip ee Mounting support bracket lower Fresh air intakes Figure 1 Mounting an AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 sign Mounting a temperature probe See Appendix E Sign options on page 37 Mechanical installation October 8 2003 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G Installation diagram asd Lo3eud Ly 00000 31610 Z EE zm om Desen En TI e cM aws 2913 WS NILINIS 804 asea Y En 10 00000417 aas ve ess a mme E NAIA 2008 nae NDT IT TD KEE 0 tt NRO S31935 0092 52
43. nditions because if winds are sufficiently strong the door could be damaged or blown off the sign Hazardous voltage Contact with high voltage may cause death or serious injury Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing lt 000 1 Disconnect power from the sign Unlock and open the door 2 Use a 5 32 inch hex key tool to open the locking latches which are located along the lower edge of the sign s front Possible fall hazard Remain clear of door when opening Install prop bar when door is open Hex key tool 5 32 inch Locking latches 3 Stand away from the front of the unit Then lift the door upward Swing each safety bar up and attach it to the bolt inside the sign using the supplied wing nut See Figure 15 on page 35 34 Appendix Raise the LED boards 4 Remove the rail screws circled below at the bottom of each internal vertical rail The number of rail screws varies with the size of the sign 5 Carefully lift the LED boards up by placing your fingers in the mounting rail holes not underneath an LED board Safety bar Prop rod Figure 15 Safety bar and prop rod 7 After the LED boards are raised and all the prop rods are fastened turn off the sign s internal power switch by pressing 0 on the swi
44. r board See page 53 A SERIAL 1 0 i i Master Sign RS485 Black i i 1 The Master sign will be connected 1 All si ns must be the i to a modem wireless transceiver A g computer or external connection box same size in a Master A at this terminal block i Slave network i TEMP SYNC PORT i i RS485 Red i i ES CH RS485 Black d 1 F O SHIELD 1 DIP switches D underneath 8 cal 6 i 8 Turbo Extender Board ERA i i s e J N i Cresc S AE C4 o Signal d 9 Conduit 1 l m_a 2 Y ech H Controller Board Opening SERIAL Ol S i i Conduit i First Slave Sign sans Black i _ For SERIAL 1 0 and TEMP SYNC i PORT use i RS485 wire i 1 22AWG rated TEMP SYNC PORT for outdoor use 06405 Red pn 7122 0284 H i e a DIP switches D i H underneath e o r i 8 Turbo Extender Board Hes es ee Oro Mm i e VT i co 2 Signal i i Conduit i Controller Board Opening P SERIAL 1 0 i i i Last Slave Sign RS485 Black i TEMP
45. rneath 09009 Turbo Extender Board F 09009 Controller Board Conduit Opening Second Master Sign RS485 Red SHIELD Conduit Opening 9 EJ e DIP switches EI ax underneath E e E Turbo Extender Board 8 e Controller Board Last Master Sign DIP switches underneath 9009009 Turbo Extender Board Controller Board Conduit Opening Figure 7 Multiple Master Master sign connection Conduit For SERIAL 1 0 use RS485 wire 1 22AWG rated for outdoor use pn 7122 0284 Multiple Master Master signs October 8 2003 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G Set DIP switches These are the recommended DIP switch settings for Master Master multiple sign connection First Master sign settings Controller board side view DIP switches Serial address Master Slave Termination Set DIP switch 1 ON Set DIP switch 7 OFF For DIP switches 1 amp 2 see Appendix F Termination
46. served Adaptive Micro Systems 7840 North 86th Street e Milwaukee WI 53224 USA 414 357 2020 e 414 357 2029 fax e http www adaptivedisplays com Trademarked names appear throughout this document Rather than list the names and entities that own the trademarks or insert a trademark symbol with each mention of the trademarked name the publisher states that it is using names for editorial purposes and to the benefit of the trademark owner with no intention of improperly using the trademark The following are trademarks of Adaptive Micro Systems ActiveX Adaptive Alpha AlphaLert AlphaNET AlphaNet plus AlphaEclipse AlphaPremiere AlphaTicker AlphaVision AlphaVision InfoTracker Automode BetaBrite BetaBrite Director BetaBrite Messaging Software Big Dot Director EZ KEY IL EZ95 PagerNET PPD PrintPak Serial Clock Smart Alec Solar TimeNet The distinctive trade dress of this product is a trademark claimed by Adaptive Micro Systems LLC Due to continuing product innovation specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice October 8 2003 9711 7001G AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual 07 9711 7001G October 8 2003 Contents Mes EE le E ot 4 Mechanical installato a e A e di e da od Ae a 6 Sign to sign connections Back to back Master Slave Sign connection ooo ooococoooooo 10 Back to back Master Ma
47. should only be done by a qualified individual It is the customer s responsibility to ensure that the support structure and sign mounting hardware are capable of supporting the sign and are in compliance with all applicable building codes Adaptive Micro Systems is not responsible for installations or the structural integrity of support structures done by others Lifting the sign Possible crush hazard Possible crush hazard Always use lifting bar Always use eyebolts to lift to lift the sign Otherwise sign Otherwise the sign eyebolts may break and may fall causing serious sign may fall causing injury or death serious injury or death SM1015 Use the two eyebolts on the sign with a lifting bar to raise the display Lifting bar DN The eyebolts may shear off if the sign is lifted this way RIGHT WAY WRONG WAY TO LIFT SIGN TO LIFT SIGN 6 Mechanical installation October 8 2003 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 Series Sign Installation Manual pn 9711 7001G Mounting the sign Because every installation site is unique there is no single Adaptive approved procedure for mounting an AlphaEclipse sign However follow these guidelines when installing a sign Consult with a professional sign installer to determine the proper mounting system and to comply with all applicable building codes Only use the sign s mounting support brack
48. ster sign connection 2 2 2 2 2 2 22 ccc rr 12 Multiple Master Slave sign Connection 2 2 2 22 22222 ccc cee eee ened eee een e een nes 14 Multiple Master Master Signs 16 Computer to sign connections Wired RS232 computer to sign Connection 18 Wired RS485 computer to sign Connection 19 Fiber optic computer to Sign CONNECTION 1 cette nett nee tenets 20 Ethernet computer to Sign CONNECTION 21 Modem computer to sign Connection seira erna ea eee n tnt e tne tenet EE 22 Wireless computer to Sign Connection 23 External connection box computer to Sign CONNECTION 2 eet eee eens 24 HlectticalinstallaON r 5 cuxe dea os Ge Aaah eee ads sks 25 Append taco EE 27 Appendix A Sig descriptions tersiere t marane ce lw Ghai Ge tan dle ae ia 27 EIER 27 ASIA VIEW oi tE E AA BA AA E A E daay e cndhaent apices 28 Appendix B Equipment identification socorrir ete een ERA tenn 30 Appendix C Networking SIGNS A E E Ee 31 Computer to sign communication methods 000 ee eee nee eee ene 31 Sign to sign Communication method 32 Sign network design ENEE NEEN hae wtp idea bid 33 Appendix D Opening and closing the ein 34 Appendix E SIGh Options oro A ta Madi a a BOM iad aat 37 Temperature probe Option alocada Genta a och wedi ekg at adan 37 MOM OPTlON weit ee ee REESEN Sate hale 38 Wireless transcelver oplo ativan 39 FIDEr Optic MOdEM OPION EE 41 Ode d GR EE 4
49. structure 27 Inside view 28 Shown below is a 3 line sign 128 x 48 LED matrix Other sign sizes are similar ltem Name Description A 5 volt power supply Provides power to the LED and the Controller boards B Safety bar Keeps sign door from closing when the sign door is raised C 5 volt distribution terminal Distributes 5 volt power to LED boards D EE BEER Distributes 120 240 volt power to the fans and power supplies Exhaust fan 55 CFM 120V For 1 LED row sign Exhaust fan 55 CFM 240V Exhaust fan 110 CFM 120V For 2 LED rows sign i Exhaust fan 110 CFM 240V Exhaust fan 170 CFM 120V For 3 LED rows sign Exhaust fan 170 CFM 240V Exhaust fan 220 CFM 120V For 4 and 5 LED rows sign Exhaust fan 220 CFM 240V Turns on exhaust fans when the temperature inside of unit is at or above 30 C 85 F The F Exhaust fan thermostat E 8 8 location of this thermistor varies on the size of the sign Shuts down the sign when the temperature inside of the unit exceeds 82 C 180 F G shutdown thermostat During shutdown only the sign s fans will operate H Telephone service hookup Used to connect a 4 wire telephone line to a modem
50. tch Appendix 35 Closing the sign 36 1 2 Sg St E pP Push 1 on the sign s internal power switch Raise each red prop rod out of its hole and fasten each rod to a clip underneath the LED boards NOTE If a prop rod is not fastened it could swing free and damage internal sign components Lower the LED boards Refasten rail screws to the internal vertical rails Unfasten each safety bar and place inside the sign Lower the sign s door Using the 5 32 inch hex key tool turn each locking latch to lock the door shut Apply power to the sign Appendix Appendix E Sign options Temperature probe option Mounting guidelines A good place to locate the temperature probe is underneath the eaves of a protected overhang Choose a location where air movement is not restricted by nearby walls or other obstructions Mount the temperature probe housing so that convection currents or rising hot air flows are not blocked by the mounting plates A location on the north side of a building at least 6 feet off the ground or other large structure will afford protection from the afternoon sun Shield the probe from the effect of the direct sun reflected heat or any nearby sources of heat such as chimneys vents or HVAC ducts A light colored background is preferable to a dark colored mounting background A location above vegetation is preferable to a location above asphalt or blacktop
51. tches Switch Function Position Factory setting CARR Selects carrier constantly ON carrier constantly on ON on or controlled by RTS e CL carrier controlled by RTS DLY Selects RTS CTS delay HE 2 msec e 15 msec e DTE DCE position TD 2 RD 3 RTS 4 cis 5 DSR 6 DCD 8 DTR 20 O0ohm_ AN DCE DTE Selects DCE or DTE DCE DCE DCE position 10 2 RD 3 DO RTS 4 RTS CTS 5 DSR 6 300 ohm V DCD 81 CD DTR 20 N C Appendix Appendix F Termination Location of termination DIP switches A sign must be correctly terminated in order to work properly Termination is either ON or OFF A pair of DIP switches on the sign s Controller board are used to terminate a sign Controller board side view Controller board top view When DIP switches 1 and 2 are both ON sign termination is ON When DIP switches 1 and 2 are both OFF sign termination is OFF Figure 20 Location of termination DIP switches How to set the termination DIP switches When the sign receives messages from a computer connected to the sign using RS485 wiring In this case a Converter Box III is used to connect a computer to a sign To terminate a Converter Box III set the switch on the back of this unit to Terminated One sign network RS485 Jumm Sas Converter Box III Termination ON Termination switch Termination ON is on the back Two sign network RS485 gt
52. ways disconnect power to unit prior to servicing Shook Other warnings and cautions are posted in appropriate locations throughout this manual Battery backup In the event of a power loss backup batteries in an AlphaEclipse sign provide short term power in order to retain information such as messages and time settings Backup batteries are soldered to the Controller board and should not be replaced by anyone other than a qualified Adaptive technician Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions SM1019A En lly a danger d explosion s il y a un Bei einem nicht vorschriftsgemaBen remplacement incorrect de la batterie Austausch der Batterie besteht Remplacer uniquement avec une Explosionsgefahr Nur durch eine Batterie batterie du m me type recommand des gleichen oder eines gleichwertigen par le fabricant Mettre au rebut les vom Hersteller empfohlenen Typs batteries usag es conform ment ersetzen Gebrauchte Batterien gem aux instructions du fabricant Herstelleranweisung entsorgen SM1019A Fr SM1019A Ge La sostituzione errata della batteria Existe el peligro de explosi n si la bater a pu comportare il pericolo di esplosione se reemplaza incorrectamente Sostituire unicamente con una batteria Reempl cela s lo con el mismo tipo de identica o di tipo equ
53. xD RS232 TxD SHIELD RS485 RS485 WHT DOS DB25 male pn 1160 9006 Receiving modem inside sign Figure 12 Modem computer to sign connection 22 Modem computer to sign connection Wireless computer to sign connection on page 39 Open the sign according to Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 Connect the computer to the sign as shown below teil N a ji 099 Overview Wireless Computer transceiver AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 running series sign equipped with AlphaNET internal wireless transceiver messaging software Internal sign connections SERIAL PORT on Controller board O NC GND RS232 RxD RS232 TxD SHIELD Wireless WHT RS485 transceiver RS485 inside sign DB9 male pn 1160 9007 Figure 13 Wireless computer to sign connection Wireless computer to sign connection 23 External connection box computer to sign connection When a sign is not permanently connected to a computer use this option to create a temporary RS485 connection to a computer Open the sign according to Appendix D Opening and closing the sign on page 34 Connect the computer to the sign as shown below A one line sign does not include a Serial I O terminal block Connect RS485 RS485 and SHIELD directly to the serial port on the controller board See page 53 AlphaEclipse 2500 2600 series sign

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