excite billboard installation instructions

Billboard Installation InstructionsMarch 19, 2008

Billboard series20mm and 23mm Pitch Series Signs

Dynamic outdoor advertising solutions

Part Number 1109610105 rev. A

BEFORE YOU START . . . . . . . . . . . 3UNLOADING AND LIFTING . . . . . . . . 8MECHANICAL INSTALLATION . . . . . 13ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION . . . . . 19CONNECTIVITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25LIGHT SENSORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28TEMPERATURE PROBE. . . . . . . . . 32POWER UP SEQUENCE . . . . . . . . 34ROUTER SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . 35PLAYER.INI FILE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . 38

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions March 19, 2008

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions (pn 1109610105 rev. A) 2

© Copyright 2008 Adaptive Micro Systems LLC. All rights reserved.Adaptive Micro Systems 7840 North 86th StreetMilwaukee, WI 53224 USA414-357-2020414-357-2029 (fax)http://www.adaptivedisplays.com

Adaptive is a registered trademark of Adaptive Micro Systems. Excite is a trademark of Adaptive Micro Systems. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

The Billboard was shipped with the IP address provided before shipment or with Adaptive’s default IP address of 10.11.11.254.

Adaptive’s default IP address must be changed during the installation. For instructions, see "Router Settings" on page 35 and "Player.ini File" on page 37.

Adaptive recommends logging the new network settings below.

Internet Service Provider:

Public IP Address:

IP Subnet Mask:

Gateway IP Address:

Primary DNS:

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Before You Start March 19, 2008


1 . 0 B e f o r e Y o u S t a r t

1 . 1 G e n e r a l G u i d e l i n e s a n d R e q u i r e m e n t s

I t e m s r e q u i r e d ( n o t s u p p l i e d b y A d a p t i v e )• Crane requirements: 2-leg sling with minimum length of 20 feet.• Lifting beam and slings required. A sling is required for each lifting hook on the

Billboard.• Cable / DSL modem or router.• Internet service and dedicated network settings from an Internet Service Provider

(ISP). Log these settings on page 2.• Service personnel MUST have full access to all sides of the remote control cabinet

on the catwalk after the installation is complete.– Obstruction free space is required to fully open both cabinet doors, to access the

load center, and service the air conditioning unit.– Service personnel MUST have a safe and adequate space around the control

cabinet to safely access the control cabinet contents.

R e v i e w t h e f o l l o w i n g• Review this manual for installation requirements and guidelines.• “Technical Specifications” on page 38.• “Remote Control Cabinet Dimensions” on page 39.• “Connectivity Diagram” on page 40.• Related documentation shipped with the Billboard and the remote control cabinet:

– 1112610101B Billboard Service Manual 20mm and 23mm Pitch Signs.– 1112610103B Billboard Remote Control Cabinet Service Manual.

S i g n p a i n t i n g o r w r a p p i n gThe sides and bottom of the Billboard may be painted or vinyl wrapped without affecting the product warranty. Painting or vinyl wrapping the top and/or the back of the Billboard will void the warranty. When painting the Billboard, follow the paint manufacturer's instructions for surface preparation of mill finish aluminum.

T o r q u e S p e c i f i c a t i o n sUnless otherwise noted, use the following torque specifications on all installation hardware:

• 3/8" fasteners – 20 ft-lbs• 1/2" fasteners – 43 ft-lbs• 5/8" fasteners – 90 ft-lbs

Apply Anti-Seize to all threaded hardware used in the installation process.



1 . 2 M o u n t i n g R e q u i r e m e n t sThe Billboard must be installed onto a super-structure designed to withstand live loads and comply with all national and local codes. Live loads include loading from wind and seismic events. Because every Billboard installation is unique, there is no single procedure for mounting Excite Billboards.

S u b - s t r u c t u r e d e f i n e dThe top and bottom steel angles, aluminum windframe tubes, and steel mounting brackets on the back of the Billboard. Supplied with the Billboard.

S u p e r - s t r u c t u r e d e f i n e dCustomer or installer supplied structure to which the Billboard is mounted. Super-structures must be approved by a qualified structural engineer.

S u p e r - s t r u c t u r e d e s i g nThe design of a Billboard’s support structure depends on a number of factors: mounting methods, building codes, foundation, Billboard size, Billboard weight, Billboard height, wind loading, and seismic loading.

The installer must ensure the installation complies with all national and local codes.

• All installations, super-structure designs, and connections must be designed and approved by a qualified structural engineer. Call Adaptive Micro Systems at 1-800-558-7022 for contact information for structural engineering consultants.

• Drill holes as needed in the Billboard’s steel framework for fasteners. Drilling holes in any other area will void the Billboard’s warranty. When drilling holes, follow these guidelines:– Connections must be analyzed by a structural engineer.– Dissimilar metals must be isolated to avoid galvanic corrosion.

• Any area on the Billboard’s frame that had paint removed during mounting must be recoated with paint that is UL recognized to standard UL-1332, category DTOV2. Failure to repaint the area will result in accelerated corrosion of the Billboard’s structure. Adaptive Micro Systems is not responsible for any failure in the Billboard’s structure because of this. Failure to comply will void the Billboard’s warranty.



1 . 3 E l e c t r i c a l R e q u i r e m e n t sElectrical installation must only be performed by a qualified electrician. Electrical connections must comply with all applicable national and local codes.

The following requirements MUST be followed or the warranty will be voided:

• All internal Billboard cabling must be properly connected and seated.• All power wiring MUST be from circuit breaker-protected lines. Do NOT connect

to a GFI-protected circuit.• A two-pole disconnect device MUST be installed in the building wiring for each

branch circuit supplying the Billboard and control cabinet.• The Billboard and control cabinet MUST be properly grounded according to the

applicable codes (for example, NEC Article 250 and 600, and IEEE 1100-1999).• Bring power wiring directly into both the Billboard and the control cabinet’s load

centers. Do NOT drill additional holes into the Billboard or the control cabinet for power wiring.

• All electrical connections MUST be watertight.• Use minimum 80° C copper wire.• Torque terminals are as follows:

• Do NOT route power and communication wires in the same conduit. – Separate conduits MUST be run for communication wires and for power wires.

However, fiber optic wire may be run in the same conduit with power wires.– If applicable, run separate communication conduits to each Billboard if more than

one is installed.

Notice: Drilling into the Billboard or the control cabinet will void the warranty. It is only acceptable to drill an entry hole into the J-Box located on the back of the Billboard for communication cables.

Wire Gauge Torque

2/0-6 120 in/lbs

8 40 in/lbs

10-14 35 in/lbs



G r o u n d i n g R e q u i r e m e n t s

Properly grounding each Billboard / control cabinet is necessary because it is an essential means of preventing shock, shock hazards, and potential fire hazards.

Refer to the laminated one page document “Earth-grounding AlphaEclipse Signs” attached to the outdoor ground lug located near the load center(s).

L i g h t n i n g s t r i k e p r o t e c t i o nA Billboard / control cabinet bonded to an earth ground has a means of dissipating the high voltage and current from a lightning strike. The resistance of the grounding electrode must be as low as possible. However, damage can still occur to a Billboard / control cabinet’s electronic equipment from lightning voltage transients.

Though some surge protection is incorporated into a Billboard / control cabinet, to protect a Billboard / control cabinet from high-voltage lightning transients, surge protectors need to be installed in accordance with NEC Articles 280 and 285.

1 . 4 S a f e t y

H i g h v o l t a g eContact with high voltage may cause death or serious injury. Always disconnect power to unit prior to servicing.

H i g h l e a k a g e c u r r e n t a n d e a r t h - g r o u n d i n gIt is essential to earth-ground the Billboard and remote control cabinet before connecting the power source. Contacting signs that are not earth-grounded may cause death or serious injury.

Do not use the Billboard or remote control cabinet ground-lugs for grounding installation equipment such as welding equipment.

S a f e t y e q u i p m e n tAnyone working at the Billboard installation site is required to have personal protection equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, harnesses, and other appropriate safety equipment.

O t h e rOther safety messages appear throughout this manual where appropriate.

WARNING! Failure to properly ground the Billboard / control cabinet could result in elevated voltage from lightning entering the Billboard / control cabinet seeking a path to earth. The high voltage can result in electric shock, fires, and the destruction of the Billboard / control cabinet from lightning.



1 . 5 I d e n t i f y i n g y o u r B i l l b o a r d m o u n t i n g o p t i o nAfter the protective wrap is removed from the Billboard the following mounting options will be visible from the back of the Billboard.

H o o k w i t h o u t w i n d f r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o n

C l i p w i t h w i n d f r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o n

T i l t w i t h w i n d f r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o n

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Unloading and Lifting March 19, 2008


2 . 0 U n l o a d i n g a n d L i f t i n g

2 . 1 U n l o a d B i l l b o a r d E q u i p m e n t a n d K i t s

R e m o v e a n d u n p a c k t h e r e m o t e c o n t r o l c a b i n e t• Prepare the remote control cabinet for mounting.• Prepare the installation location of the remote control cabinet. Refer to “Remote

Control Cabinet Dimensions” on page 39 for dimensions.

R e m o v e t h e s p a r e p a r t s b i n f r o m t h e t r u c k

• Prepare the spare parts bin for mounting.• Prepare the installation location of the spare parts bin.• Spare parts bins vary in size and shape, therefore installation and mounting

requirements need to be assessed at the installation site.• A padlock (not supplied by Adaptive) is recommended to lock the spare parts bin.

Before doing anything else, open the control cabinet and ensure all cables are connected and seated properly. During shipping cable connections inside the control cabinet may become loose.

WARNING! Possible fire hazard. Only weld the spare parts bin at the mounting feet. Welding the spare parts bin elsewhere may ignite a fire inside, causing damage to the spare parts equipment and/or possible burn injury.

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2 . 2 R e m o v e B i l l b o a r d f r o m S h i p p i n g C r a d l e

1. Attach lifting beam and slings to all lifting hooks on top of the Billboard.

WARNING! The Billboard poses a crush hazard. Only use lifting hooks to lift the Billboard.

Use all lifting hooks when lifting the Billboard. Failure to use all lifting hooks may cause the sign to buckle; potentially resulting in injury or equipment damage, and void the warranty.

Crush hazard. Properly secure all equipment or kits before lifting.

Notice: Adaptive recommends the use of control ropes attached to the lifting beam to prevent Billboard from spinning during lifting and mounting procedures.

Do not lift remote control cabinet by the air conditioning unit, damage to the unit may occur or the weather tight seal may be broken.

Lifting hook

Lifting beam

Sling



2. Remove all bolt hardware securing the Billboard to the shipping cradle.

H o o k w i t h o u t w i n d f r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o n

C l i p o r t i l t w i t h w i n d f r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o n

Shipping cradle

Shipping cradle stringer brackets attached to the Billboard frame.

Remove bolt hardware

Shipping cradle

Shipping cradle bracket’s stay attached to the cradle frame.

Do not remove the bolts that secure the shipping cradle bracket to the cradle.

Billboard windframe

Remove this bolt

Bolt hardware(not applicable to the tilt with windframe mounting option).

Cradle’s hinged support bracket



3. Lift the Billboard to a vertical position and lift vertically off the shipping cradle.

H o o k w i t h o u t w i n d r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o n

C l i p o r t i l t w i t h w i n d f r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o n

4. Suspend the Billboard just above the ground, over a working area.

5. Remove the protective wrapping from the Billboard.

WARNING! Keep the lifting apparatus taut and directly above the Billboard to prevent the Billboard from swinging forward away from the shipping cradle.

Notice: Do not cut protective wrap from the front of the sign, damage to the driver board’s LEDs may occur.



6. Prepare the Billboard for mounting.

H o o k w i t h o u t w i n d f r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o n• Support the weight of the shipping cradle stringer, and remove the outside bolt

hardware and the locking support brackets.

• Remove the shipping cradle stringers.

• Repeat the procedure on the remaining shipping cradle stringers.

C l i p w i t h w i n d f r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o nLoosen the three lower bolts on all the mounting brackets.

T i l t w i t h w i n d f r a m e m o u n t i n g o p t i o nDo NOT remove metal shipping straps until the Billboard is lifted to the billboard head and ready for mounting.

Locking support bracket Shipping cradle stringer

Bolt hardware

Keep all hardware and brackets you will need them later.

Billboard support bracket

Bolts

Billboard windframe stringer

Loosen bolts so they do not interfere when mounting the Billboard to the billboard head.

Tilt option mounting hardware bag(one located at each tilt arm)

Adjustable turnbuckle

Tilt support bracket

Metal shipping strap

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Mechanical Installation March 19, 2008


3 . 0 M e c h a n i c a l I n s t a l l a t i o n

3 . 1 L i f t a n d S e c u r e t h e B i l l b o a r d — H o o k w i t h o u t W i n d f r a m e

1. Lift the Billboard to the billboard head.2. Align and lower the Billboard, verify all the support bracket slot openings engage with

the billboard head’s stringers.

3. Ensure Billboard is positioned evenly on the billboard head.DO NOT remove the lifting beam or slings, but allow the billboard head to support the weight of the Billboard.

4. Apply Anti-Seize to bolt threads or the bolts may break.5. Attach locking support brackets and tighten all bolts to torque specification of 43ft-lbs.

6. Remove the slings and lifting beam.7. Remove all lifting hooks from the top of the Billboard.8. If applicable, repeat procedure for second Billboard; otherwise proceed to “Lift and

Secure the Remote Control Cabinet” on page 18.

WARNING! Do NOT use lifting hooks to mount the Billboard. Remove lifting hooks from Billboard after installation.

Notice: Adaptive recommends the use of control ropes attached to the lifting beam to prevent Billboard from spinning during lifting and mounting procedures.

Billboard mounting option Page

Lift and Secure the Billboard — Hook without Windframe 13

Lift and Secure the Billboard — Clip with Windframe 14

Lift and Secure the Billboard — Tilt with Windframe 15

Support bracket slot opening

Billboard head stringer

Locking support bracket

Locking support bolt hardware



3 . 2 L i f t a n d S e c u r e t h e B i l l b o a r d — C l i p w i t h W i n d f r a m e

1. Lift the Billboard to the billboard head.

2. Align and lower the Billboard, verify the hanger mounting bracket openings engage with the billboard head’s stringers.

3. Ensure Billboard is positioned evenly on the billboard head.

DO NOT remove the lifting beam or slings, but allow the Billboard head to support the weight of the Billboard.

4. If applicable adjust the hanger mounting brackets.

• Loosen the two upper bolts.

• Adjust the bracket up or down until it engages the billboard head stringer.

• Tighten upper bolts to a torque specification of 48ft-lbs.

5. Apply Anti-Seize to bolt threads or the bolts may break. Tighten lower bolt hardware to a torque specification of 20ft-lbs.

6. Remove the slings and lifting beam.

Hanger mounting bracket opening


Upper bolt hardware(torque specifications 48ft-lbs)

Adjust up or down


Lower hanger bolt hardware(torque specifications 20ft-lbs)



7. Remove all lifting hooks from the top of the Billboard.

8. If applicable, repeat procedure for second Billboard; otherwise proceed to“Lift and Secure the Remote Control Cabinet” on page 18.

3 . 3 L i f t a n d S e c u r e t h e B i l l b o a r d — T i l t w i t h W i n d f r a m e

1. Lift the Billboard to the billboard head.

2. Position the tilt support brackets.

• Remove the metal shipping straps from the top most tilt support brackets.

• Lower the tilt support brackets onto the billboard head stringer, straddling the I-beam.

• Place the adjustable turnbuckle in an upward position, and loosen the turnbuckle so final Billboard adjustments can be made.

• Lower the billboard until the next level of tilt support brackets can be released clearing the billboard stringer above.

3. Set tilt angle and temporarily secure the tilt support brackets.

• Using a ratchet device, draw the bottom of the billboard toward the billboard head. Attach the device to the billboard’s windframe not to the Billboard.

• The first notch on the tilt support bracket is for a 7 degree tilt and the second notch is for a 10 degree tilt. The bottom bracket has only one notch.


Tilt support bracket(straddle the billboard head’s I-beam)

Billboard head I-beam

10 degree tilt notch

7 degree tilt notch



• Apply Anti-Seize to bolt threads or the bolts may break.

• Insert bolt hardware and tighten.

4. Start with the bottom row of brackets and attach the mounting strap assemblies to the adjustable turnbuckles.

• Connect and secure the mounting strap assembly to the turnbuckle.

Insert bolt hardware

Billboard head I-beam

Insert bolt hardware

Strap assembly

Loosened turnbuckle



• Place one strap on each side of the billboard head’s I-beam.

• Connect opposite end of the strap assembly to the back of the tilt support bracket.

• Tighten turnbuckles to straighten out the strap assemblies; do NOT overtighten, final adjustments will be made after the lifting beam is removed.

5. Using a mason’s line, verify straightness of sign. Adjust the turnbuckles to align billboard face and to adjust loading.

6. DO NOT remove the lifting beam or slings, but allow the Billboard head to support the weight of the Billboard.

7. Remove the slings and lifting beam.

8. Remove all lifting hooks from the top of the Billboard and any wood shipping braces.

9. If applicable, repeat procedure for second Billboard; otherwise proceed to“Lift and Secure the Remote Control Cabinet” on page 18.

Turnbuckle

Strap assemblies

Strap assembly hardware



3 . 4 L i f t a n d S e c u r e t h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l C a b i n e tFor more detailed specifications regarding the control cabinet refer to “Remote Control Cabinet Dimensions” on page 39.

1. Lift control cabinet to billboard head or your designated area.

2. Ensure both cabinet doors open fully, and you have complete access to the load center and the air conditioning unit before proceeding.

3. Secure control cabinet to billboard head or your designated area.

Notice: Do not lift remote control cabinet by the air conditioning unit, damage to the unit may occur or the weather tight seal may be broken.

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Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Electrical Installation March 19, 2008


4 . 0 E l e c t r i c a l I n s t a l l a t i o nElectrical installation must only be performed by a qualified electrician. Electrical connections must comply with all applicable national and local codes.

4 . 1 W i r e a n d G r o u n d t h e B i l l b o a r dFor Billboard power requirements refer to“Technical Specifications” on page 38.

1. Route incoming power conduit into the Billboard load center.

2. Connect incoming power to the main lugs in the load center.

3. Connect the ground lug, located near the load center on the back of the Billboard, to an earth-ground rod.

4. If applicable, repeat procedure for second Billboard or load center.

WARNING! Hazardous voltage! Contact with high voltage may cause death or serious injury. Always disconnect main power to unit prior to servicing.

Ground lug

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Electrical Installation March 19, 2008


4 . 2 W i r e a n d G r o u n d t h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l C a b i n e tIf a temporary power source is used such as a generator, you may need to adjust the power sensitivity adjustment dial (located on the back of the UPS inside the control cabinet) for normal sign operation.

1. Route incoming power conduit into the control cabinet’s load center.

2. Connect incoming power to the main lugs in the load center.

3. Connect the ground lug, located near the load center on the control cabinet, to an earth-ground rod.

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Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Connectivity March 19, 2008


5 . 0 C o n n e c t i v i t y

5 . 1 R e m o t e C o n t r o l C a b i n e t C o m p o n e n t sOnly one remote control cabinet is required, even in dual (Master / Master) Billboard configurations. However, each Billboard does require a dedicated PC controller, USB to RS485 adapter, network adapter (PoE for camera), and Fiber / DVI converter to operate independently. These components will be labeled with a #1 or #2 for quick identification. All other components inside the cabinet are shared by either Billboard without conflict.

Inside view of remote control cabinet (dual Billboard configuration).

Network shelf

UPS

KVM switch(Keyboard, Video, and Mouse switch)

Network router

Fiber / DVI converter

USB to RS485 adapters

Network adapters (PoE)

Cable / DSL modem (customer supplied)

Top view of Network shelf (dual Billboard configuration).

PC controller board



5 . 2 C o n n e c t t h e C a b l e / D S L M o d e m

1. Place the Cable / DSL modem (customer provided) on the top shelf in the control cabinet.

2. Route the Internet service cable conduit into one of the openings on the bottom of the control cabinet.

The cable conduit entry point must have a water tight seal.

3. Connect the Cable / DSL modem to the Internet port on the Network router.

4. Plug the Cable / DSL modem’s power cable into the open receptacle in LOAD 3 on the back of the UPS.

Inside view of remote control cabinet

Network (top) shelf

UPS

Network router

Plug Cable / DSL modem into this receptacle.

UPS rear view



5 . 3 C o n n e c t F i b e r O p t i c a n d R S 4 8 5For dual Billboard installations determine which Billboard will be considered #1 and #2. Ensure the control cabinet components labeled with #1 or #2 are routed to the appropriate Billboard.

1. Remove the cover on the J-Box.

2. Install weather tight conduit from the remote control cabinet to the J-Box on the back of the Billboard (lower right side).

3. Drill a hole in the J-Box for the conduit containing the fiber optic and RS485 cables.

4. Route the fiber optic and RS485 cables through the conduit from the remote control cabinet into the J-Box.

Note: Any extra cable slack can be coiled and stored in the bottom of the control cabinet.

5. At the Billboard, connect the fiber optic cable to the fiber optic converter, matching the cables to the numbered ports. The fiber ends will click into place on the converter.

6. Connect the RS485 wires to the RS485 terminal block inside the J-Box.

Notice: Do not use excessive force when connecting the fiber optic cabling or damage to the connectors or the converter ports may occur, resulting in garbled messages appearing on the Billboard.

Inside view of J-Box

Match labels on fiber optic cables to the numbers on the converter.

RS485 terminal block

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RS485 wires routed from the control cabinet.

RS485 terminal block



7. Secure the cover back onto the J-Box.

8. Inside the control cabinet, connect the RS485 wires to the USB to RS485 adapter.

• Route the RS485 wires to the USB to RS485 adapter on the top shelf of the control cabinet and cut to length.

• Strip 3/8" of insulation off the ends of the RS485 wires.

• Connect the RS485 wires to the pinout shown in the following diagram.

9. Inside the control cabinet, connect the fiber optic cable to the fiber optic converter (on the top shelf of the control cabinet), matching the cables to the numbered ports.

10. If applicable, repeat procedure for second Billboard.

+RS485 - BLACK (Pin 2)

-RS485 - RED (Pin 1)

SHIELD / BARE (Pin 5)

Match labels on fiber optic cables to the numbers on the converter.

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Camera March 19, 2008


6 . 0 C a m e r a

6 . 1 A s s e m b l e C a m e r a M o u n t A s s e m b l y

1. Attach camera mount assembly to the 8-foot tube (A).

2. Attach Ethernet cable to camera.

3. Weather proof the cable to camera connection with silicone.

4. Run cable through the tube (B).

5. Install tube section (C) to the billboard head. Mount to the bottom of the billboard head, catwalk, or on the side of the toe kick.



6 . 2 L i f t C a m e r a P o l e

1. Lift the tube / camera assembly (A and B) up to the billboard head near tube (C) that was previously mounted.

2. Run the Ethernet cable through this tube (C).

3. Slide the tube / camera assembly (A and B) into the mounted tube (C) and attach the hardware to keep the tubes firmly in position.

4. Position the camera angle so it views the complete Billboard face and tighten hardware to keep it from moving.

6 . 3 C o n n e c t t h e C a m e r a t o t h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l C a b i n e tLocate the plastic bag inside the control cabinet that contains two reducer washers and one strain relief connector (two sets will be available for dual Billboard configurations).

1. Place the rubber enclosure gasket and reducer washer (protruding side up) onto the feedthru body. Insert the compression gasket and install the compression nut but do not tighten.

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Reducer washer (protruding side up)

Feedthru body

Rubber enclosure gasket

Compression gasket

Compression nut



2. From underneath the control cabinet, insert the feedthru body into one of the conduit openings.

3. On the inside of the control cabinet, place the protruding side of the reducer washer down over the feedthru body, and install the enclosure nut onto the feedthru body.

4. Hold the feedthru body and hand tighten the enclosure nut.

C o n n e c t t h e E t h e r n e t c a b l e

1. Route the Ethernet cable from the camera to the remote control cabinet.

2. Route the RJ45 connector of the Ethernet cable from the camera through the compression nut, compression gasket, and feedthru body into the control cabinet.

3. On the top shelf of the control cabinet, connect the RJ45 connector to the camera port on the network adapter (PoE injector), leaving a little slack inside the control cabinet.

4. Tighten the compression nut until the compression gasket is tight around the cable. It is tight enough when you pull on the cable and it doesn’t move. To improve the seal around the Ethernet cable, wrap the cable with electrical tape or a short length of tubing.

5. If applicable, repeat procedure for second Billboard camera.

Notice: Do not use the compression nut to tighten the assembly, damage to the threads may occur.

Reducer washer (protruding side down)

Enclosure nut

Control cabinet footing

Hold here when tightening the assembly

Outdoor Ethernet cable

Camera port

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Light Sensors March 19, 2008


7 . 0 L i g h t S e n s o r s

7 . 1 A s s e m b l e L i g h t S e n s o r s

1. Position the first light sensor on the light sensor assembly.

2. Insert screws into the holes (6 per sensor) and tighten.

3. Attach the second light sensor in the same manner.



7 . 2 M o u n t t h e L i g h t S e n s o r A s s e m b l y

1. Mount the light sensor assembly.

• Attach the assembly to an I-beam in a location that receives similar light as the Billboard.

• Mount the light sensor assembly just above the top of the Billboard.

• Mount the light sensor assembly with the light sensors facing in an East / West direction.



Sample light sensors mounted facing East / West directions.

Notice the light sensor assembly barely extends above the Billboard so it will not be visible from a distance.



7 . 3 C o n n e c t L i g h t S e n s o r s t o B i l l b o a r d

1. Connect the cables from the light sensors to the panel mount connectors on the back of the Billboard.

2. Line up the connectors and gently push the light sensor connector into one of the connectors on the back of the Billboard.

Note: The light sensors can be connected to any one of the three ports on the back of the Billboard. The other port is for the temperature probe.

3. Turn and push in the locking sealer in a clockwise direction.

4. Once the sealer goes in, turn 1/2 turn clockwise.

5. Repeat the process for the second light sensor.

6. If applicable repeat procedure for the second Billboard.

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Temperature Probe March 19, 2008


8 . 0 T e m p e r a t u r e P r o b e

8 . 1 M o u n t t h e T e m p e r a t u r e P r o b e

Mount the temperature probe with the vents pointing down in a location where it can record the ambient temperature and is NOT in direct sun light.

NOTE:If possible, mount the temperature probe to the billboard head just beneath the Billboard but NOT in direct sun light, and never mount directly to the Billboard.

Conduit holes

Mounting holes

Bendable mounting plate

Temperature probe vents point downward

25ft cable and connector

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Temperature Probe March 19, 2008


8 . 2 C o n n e c t t h e T e m p e r a t u r e P r o b e t o t h e B i l l b o a r d

1. Connect the temperature probe cable to the panel mount connectors on the back of the Billboard.

2. Line up the connectors and gently push the temperature probe connector into one of the connectors on the back of the Billboard.

Note: The temperature probe can be connected to any one of the three ports on the back of the Billboard.

3. Turn and push in the locking sealer in a clockwise direction.

4. Once the sealer goes in, turn 1/2 turn clockwise.

5. If applicable, repeat procedure for second Billboard.

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Power Up Sequence March 19, 2008


9 . 0 P o w e r U p S e q u e n c e

The Billboard must be powered on and off in a specific order to prevent garbled messages and other display abnormalities. The Billboard is powered on and off in the same sequence.

T o p o w e r t h e s i g n o n :

1. Power on the load center on the back of the sign.

2. Power on the load center on the remote control cabinet.

Ensure all control cabinet components are powered on.

T o p o w e r t h e s i g n o f f :Always exit all operating software programs before removing power from the remote control cabinet.

1. Power off the load center on the back of the sign.

2. Power off the load center on the remote control cabinet.

3. Press and hold the ON/OFF/STANDBY button on the UPS to disable the back up battery system.

WARNING! Hazardous voltage may be present in cabinet. Contact with high voltage may cause death or serious injury. Always disconnect power to equipment prior to servicing.

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Router Settings March 19, 2008


1 0 . 0 R o u t e r S e t t i n g sTo communicate with the Billboard, the Network settings on the router and PC Controllers must match the dedicated IP address you received from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and logged on page 2.

If the new IP address was given to Adaptive prior to the shipment of the Billboard this procedure can be skipped.

1 0 . 1 C h a n g i n g t h e R o u t e r S e t t i n g s

1. If applicable, unlock the LCD monitor keyboard drawer (KVM).

2. Pull the front handle and slide unit out until it stops.

3. Lift handle up to open the LCD monitor keyboard drawer.

4. Press the power on button (A).

5. Press the number 7 selection button to access the PC Controller 1 desktop.

6. Open a browser in Internet Explorer and type http://192.168.0.100 in the browser address bar and click Enter.

A login appears, type admin for the login and password.

7. Click the Basic Settings link under the Setup section of the main menu.

Drawer lockDrawer handle

ON/OFF button

Flip monitor open

#7 Selection button(PC Controller 1)

#8 Selection button(PC Controller 2)

A

B

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8. Fill in the Network router’s Basic Settings as shown in the following diagram:

Select No.

Select Use Static IP Address.

Enter * IP Address

* Provided by your Internet Service Provider.

Enter * IP Subnet Mask

Enter * Gateway IP Address

Select Use These DNS Servers.

Enter * Primary DNS address

Click Apply to save your settings

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Player.ini File March 19, 2008


1 1 . 0 P l a y e r . i n i F i l eTo communicate with the Billboard(s), the IP Address (provided by the Internet Service Provider) must be updated in both PC controller’s player.ini files.

If the new IP address was given to Adaptive prior to the shipment of the Billboard this procedure can be skipped.

1 1 . 1 C h a n g i n g t h e P l a y e r . i n i . f i l e

1. Pull out the LCD monitor keyboard drawer and press the power on button.

2. Press the number 7 selection button to access the PC Controller 1 desktop.

3. Select Start > My Computer > Hard Disk > User > Config and double click the player.ini file.

The following information will appear on your screen:

4. Click Save.

5. If installing dual Billboards press the number 8 selection button and repeat Steps 3 - 4 for PC controller 2.

[Settings]model=AlphaEclipse Excitedrawlostframes=0rows=144columns=448dotpitch=20palette=RGBcolordepth=24driverx=16drivery=16serialnumber=hwport+COM3:ftpport=40003pasvaddress=10.11.11.254pasvport=40100pasvrange=50lightsensors=2tempsensors=1

Change the IP Address after the equal sign to match the IP Address provided to you by your Internet Service Provider.

Excite Billboard Installation Instructions - Technical Specifications March 19, 2008


1 2 . 0 T e c h n i c a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n sThe most current specifications are maintained on Adaptive’s website www.adaptivedisplays.com.

1 2 . 1 2 0 m m B i l l b o a r d S p e c i f i c a t i o n s

1 2 . 2 2 3 m m B i l l b o a r d S p e c i f i c a t i o n s

1 2 . 3 R S 4 8 5 H u b b l o c k d i a g r a m

Rows Cols

Height WidthSign weight with mounting options

(pounds) Number of Power Entries

230VAC

Ft In Ft In HooksClips /

WindframeTilt /

WindframeTotal current REQ (Amp)

Power Entry A (Amp)

Power Entry B (Amp)

144 432 9 6 28 6 2800 3400 3800 1 69 69 —144 448 9 6 30 — 2900 3500 3900 1 72 72 —144 528 9 6 36 — 3400 4100 4500 1 85 85 —160 336 10 6 22 — 2500 2900 3200 1 61 61 —176 352 11 6 24 — 2800 3300 3600 1 69 69 —176 608 11 6 40 — 4700 5500 6000 2 119 64.9 54.1176 736 11 6 48 6 5600 6600 7200 2 144 78.5 65.5208 720 13 6 48 — 6400 7600 8400 2 167 89.9 77.1

Rows Cols

Height WidthSign weight with mounting options

(pounds) Number of Power Entries

230VAC

Ft In Ft In HooksClips /

WindframeTilt /

WindframeTotal current REQ (Amp)

Power Entry A (Amp)

Power Entry B (Amp)

128 384 9 6 29 — 2900 3500 3900 1 75 75 —128 400 9 6 30 — 2900 3500 3900 1 79 79 —128 464 9 6 35 — 3400 4200 4700 1 91 91 —144 288 11 — 22 — 2400 2800 3100 1 64 64 —144 304 11 — 23 — 2500 3000 3300 1 67 67 —144 480 11 — 36 — 3800 4500 5000 2 106 58.9 47.1144 670 11 — 48 — 5100 6000 6600 2 140 77.8 62.2176 624 13 — 47 — 6000 7200 8200 2 167 91.1 75.9

RS-232

RS-485PC Controller

RS-485

RS-485

RS-485

Light Sensor

Light Sensor

Temperature Probe

RS-485 Hub

Turbo DistributionBoard in Sign

5VDC in Sign



1 2 . 4 R e m o t e C o n t r o l C a b i n e t D i m e n s i o n s

2X 10.50

2X 10.50

2X 2.19

3X 2.75 3X 19.50

6X .52

4X 3.25

5X 6.10

6.31

"5X 1.375HOLE FOR 1CONDUIT FITTINGS

39.38

30.16

14.75

9.91

3.9425.00

10.00

3.50

24.00

8.84 10.00 8.85

7.59 7.6012.50

27.69

4.00

22.6622.66

3.801.73

70.3225.0017.40

GROUND LUG FOR CUSTOMERSUPPLIED EARTH GROUND

All dimensions shown are in inches.



1 2 . 5 C o n n e c t i v i t y D i a g r a m

Pow

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PC

2

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UnswitchedFrom UPS

Power

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UnswitchedFrom UPS

Power

Envirosense

USB Cable

Power to Router

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US

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USB CableKV

M C

able

Billboard Remote Control Cabinet

Internet ServiceProvider (ISP) Modem

Customer Supplied

DVI Cable TransmitterFiber optic

POE 1

ConverterUSB to 485

Router

UPS

PC1

KVM Switch

Receiver

To Camera

To Fiber Optic

To "J" Box RS-485



RS-485 Cable

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Mounted on back of Sign

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RS-485 HUB

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Pow

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PC

2

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Power

SwitchesDoor

PowerFrom UPSUnswitched

UnswitchedFrom UPS

Power

Envirosense

USB Cable

Power to Router

US

B C

able

PC2

To "J" Box RS-485

DVI Cable

KV

M C

able

USB CableUSB to 485Converter

USB CableKV

M C

able

Billboard Remote Control Cabinet

To Fiber Optic

DVI Cable

Fiber optic Transmitter

TransmitterFiber optic

To Camera

POE 2

POE 1

ConverterUSB to 485

Router

UPS

PC1

KVM Switch

To Camera

Receiver Sign 1

Receiver Sign 2To Fiber Optic

To "J" Box RS-485

Sign 1

Sign 2

Sign 1

Sign 2

ISP IN

Internet ServiceProvider (ISP) Modem

Customer Supplied



Fiber Optic Cable

RS-485 Cable

RS-485 Cable

J BoxMounted on Fi

ber O

ptic

Rece

iver

Sign 2

RS-485 HUB

back of sign

back of SignMounted on

TurboLocated inbottom sign enclosure

enclosurebottom sign Located inTurbo

Mounted on back of Sign

back of sign

RS-485 HUB

Sign 1Re

ceive

r

Fibe

r Opt

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Mounted on J Box

Fiber Optic Cable

Tem

p P

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Camera 2

Camera 1 Ligh

t Sen

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Ligh

t Sen

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Ligh

t Sen

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