All American Scoreboards 8000 Series User manual

Firmware Version 6.24X and above
rev. 5/14/2014

Manual Overview
This manual is intended for the use of the All American Scoreboard owners and
users. Read this manual carefully before starting the equipment.
This manual contains important information for operation and maintenance of the equip-
ment. It also contains important instructions to prevent accidents, personal injury and/
or serious damage prior to or during operation of the equipment.
Familiarize yourself thoroughly with the function and operation of this equipment and
strictly observe the directions given. If you have any questions or need further details
on specific aspects related to the AAS system, please do not hesitate to contact us.
In this manual you will find three levels of flagged notes or warnings.
WARNING! THE WARNING MESSAGE IS USED WHEN A LIFE
THREATENING SITUATION MAY ARISE OR PERSONAL INJURY CAN
RESULT.
CAUTION! The caution message is used when there is a danger of damage
to the equipment, materials, or other important information; such as Warranty
issues.
NOTE: The Note message is used to give operational information and useful tips.
Table of Contents
1.0 8000 Series Multi-Sport Console .................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Console Backplate ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Console LCD .................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Console Keypad ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
2.0 Scoreboard ID and Scoreboard Selection (Radio) ......................................................................... 6
2.1 Selecting Scoreboards ............................................................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Additional Radio Information / Changing Scoreboard ID ............................................................................. 7
3.0 Console Keypad Functions .............................................................................................................. 8
3.1 Setup ................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
3.2 Racing Operations .....................................................................................................................................................10
4.0 Safety .............................................................................................................................................. 12
5.0 Warranty ......................................................................................................................................... 13
6.0 Technical Support .......................................................................................................................... 14
6.1 Customer Service ........................................................................................................................................................14
6.2 Contact Information ...................................................................................................................................................14
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STORING:
Battery should be fully charged when storing, and should be kept at room temperature.
Recharging once every 30 to 45 days of storage is recommended. If batteries are stored
longer, it may take two or three cycles before full run time is restored.
The 8000 Console Backplate.
WARNING! This equipment has been approved for mobile applications where
equipment should be used at distances greater than 20cm from the human body
(with the exception of hands, wrists, feet and ankles). Operation at distances less
than 20cm is strictly prohibited. Excessive RF exposure should be avoided.
Setup Instructions:
Press once to turn on.
Follow prompts on screen.
Press and hold to turn off.
TRANSMITTER MODULE FCC ID:KQL-PKLR2400-200 IC:22683911808A3 17
WARNING! This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
RJ45 RJ45 RJ45 RJ45 RJ11 RJ11
Radio Controlled Units Only
Radio Antenna
Radio Antenna screws into the backplate
above the Timer Pendant Switch.
For best results, aim antenna straight up to
the ceiling or sky - do not aim directly at
scoreboard.
AC Adapter
Plug the
supplied 12VDC
adapter into a
standard
115VAC outlet.
Scoreboards
For hard-wired models only, plug the scoreboard(s) into the console using
an RJ45 connector. Plug in all hard-wired scoreboards, shot clocks, delay of
game timers, segment timers and stat panels here.
Security Key | Auxiliary I/O
Used to connect consoles together for use with stat panels, etc.
Timer Controllers
Plug in seperate All American consoles that control shot clocks, delay of
game timers, etc here using an RJ11 connector.
USB (Console V4.00+ Only)
Connect to a computer to update console version and advanced console
setup functionality.
Pendant Switch
Plug in the pendant switch to bypass
the start/stop key for the timer.
Adapter LED
Orange = Adapter is good.
Red = Adapter supplies
enough power to run, but not
enough to charge the battery.

The 8000 Console.
LED Windows
Displays crucial troubleshooting and
functional information at a glance.
Power.
Clock.
Stars turn white when console is turned on.
Clock symbol lights up green when clock timer
is running. Turns off when clock is stopped.
Battery.
Battery symbol displays a constant red when
charging a battery. Battery symbol turns green
or turns off when charged for 3 hours.
Wireless.
Wireless symbol will light blue when a the
battery is connected. Light will flash if antenna
is disconnected.
Horn.
If autohorn is selected in setup, the horn
symbol will light up in an amber color.
If autohorn is not activated, the symbol will
only light when horn is pressed.
LCD Window
Displays game information in a convenient and easy to
read 2x20 character matrix.
Also displays game stats and setup information.
Typical Gameplay Display
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HOME
SCORE QUARTER GAME TIME
GUEST
SCORE
HOME
POSS.
DOWN YARDS
TO GO
BALL
ON
Low Battery Display
Low battery message will flash in the lower part of
display when battery time is below 15 minutes. Plug the
console in using the 12VDC plug as soon as possible.
A low battery may require multiple charges before
operating at 100% capacity.
The RADIO will be the first component to stop
working when battery is low.
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* * * LOW BATTERY * * *
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The 8000 Console Keypad.
Slipsheet Window and Message Center Keys
Our console is designed to run any 8000 Series
Scoreboard. Simply insert the correct slipsheet under the
window and tell the console what sport you are scoring
and what scoreboard you are using.
Each slipsheet also has an instruction sheet to help get
you started; simply pull out the slipsheet, unfold and
insert with the instructions hanging from the bottom.
Tactile keys give instant feedback and help eliminate
double presses.
Below the slipsheet window is a fully functioning
standard keyboard style keypad, perfect for running a
message center or for entering electronic team names to
display on your scoreboard (select models only).
Number Keypad
Used in pregame and
gametime operations. Use
these to enter in player
jersey numbers, change
scoreboard information,
and to edit scores, time, etc.
Use the “clear” key to exit
out of a function.
Use the “enter” key to
finalize a command.
Setup
Used in pregame and gametime
operations. Set brightness of
scoreboard, length of time-out, etc.
Press to enter setup mode at any
time when clock is stopped.
Select and Arrow Keys
Use the arrow keys to select different
options or answers displayed in the
LCD. Press Select/YES/NO to toggle
answer between YES and NO.
Horn
Press this button to sound the horn
(if scoreboard is equipped with a
horn). The horn will sound, the
console will beep, and the indication
symbol will light up.
Timer Start/Stop (embossed)
Press this once to start the clock and
again to stop the clock. If a pendant
switch is used, the clock can be
started and stopped by pressing the
button on the pendant switch.
On/Off
Press once to turn on.
Press and hold to turn off.
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Selecting Scoreboards (Radio Units Only). FIRMWARE VERSION 2.00 AND ABOVE.
The 8000 Series Console is a powerfull and intelligent scoring machine. A single console, for example, can
keep score for football in the fall, basketball in the winter and baseball in the spring. This machine can also
select any 8000 scoreboard or message center you have in your facility.
Each time you order a scoreboard, it will be issued an identification number. If you have multiple 8000 series
scoreboards, the ID number will be an important part of your scoring system.
STEP 1: Turn on Scoreboard(s).
Turn on your scoreboard(s) by simply supplying power.
For most facilities, this will simply be a switch or multple
switches in a circuit breaker box.
Step 2: Turn on your console.
Step 3: Press 1 for scoreboard operation.
Step 4: Press to change the answer from “Yes” to “No”, and then press .
Step 5: Enter Scoreboard IDs (read below).
The screen above will appear when “Use last setup?” is answered “No.” Every 8000 Scoreboard that was turned
on and not currently in use will display the scoreboard ID in the seconds place and/or the guest score of the
scoreboard (home score for baseball). If your scoreboard displays both time and scores, the ID will be
displayed in both locations. Any other information displayed can be ignored.
Enter the ID code displayed on the desired scoreboard and press . If selecting more than one scoreboard,
enter the next ID followed again by . When finished selecting boards, press . Next, select the sport to
be played (see setup).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Once the boards have been selected, the console and all selected scoreboards will switch from their default
channel to another channel. The ability to switch channels allows the unselected scoreboards to be selected
by another console - making it easy to run multiple sporting events at the same time. If a scoreboard is not
chosen, it will either display time of day or appear to be off (see setup).
IMPORTANT: SELECT BOARDS WITH ONLY ONE CONSOLE AT A TIME.
If multiple consoles will be used, select boards with one console before turning on second (third, fourth, etc.)
console. Since each console will start on the same default channel, the signal from the consoles will fight each
other, and will likely result in failure and interference. Once the selection process is completed and a sport is
selected, another console can be turned on. Scoreboards that are in use will not display their IDs and will not
respond to any requests by other consoles.
For detailed examples and information regarding changing IDs, see next page.
Enter Scoreboard IDs
ENTER when done _
1. SCOREBOARD
2. STATPANEL ->
Use Last setup? _No
Bask 1 Board
ID=1,
ENTER when done
Use Last setup? _Yes
Bask 1 Board
FIRMWARE DISPLAYED
HERE ON STARTUP
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RADIO INSTRUCTIONS
1. Turn on the scoreboard(s) that you want to use by applying the correct AC voltage.
2. Grab a console. It doesn’t matter which one, as long as it looks like this:
NOTE: If you have multiple consoles, grab one and ignore the others (for now).
3. Turn on the console.
4. Find the number pad, press the number 1 (SCOREBOARDS).
5. Answer “NO” to USE LAST SETUP. You can toggle between YES and NO by pressing the
blue key between the arrow keys at the top of the console. Press ENTER when LCD says NO.
6. Look up at your scoreboard(s). Each scoreboard will have a number in the timer
and/or the guest score (timer will display “ ” before the number). This number is the board ID.
Example:
7. Enter the first board ID, press enter. If you have more boards you want to connect
to, enter another id and press enter again. When done selecting boards, press enter twice.
In the example above, the following would be entered:
8. Select your sport. Your last sport played will be the first sport displayed.
9. Insert the slipsheet. There is a slipsheet holder located on the bottom of the console.
10. Play your game.
Note: If 2 or more games are being played at once (splitting the gym for multiple matches/games), finish
Step 8 before turning on another console and repeating the process with another console.
Typical display after console is turned on.
Scoreboard will display zeros, indicating connectivity.
If using a hardwired connection, any scoreboard with a physical connection (from either
SCOREBOARD(S) outputs on the back of the console) will communicate with the console.
Note: The console will communicate through the radio and hardwire outputs simultaneously.
SCOREBOARD CONTROL
MP8000 V.6.**.* 2012
1. SCOREBOARD
2. STAT PANEL ->
This shotclock’s ID is 2.
Typical console display during ID request.
This shotclock’s ID is 3.
This scoreboard’s ID is 1.
Enter Scoreboard IDs
ENTER when done _
HARDWIRED INSTRUCTIONS
TIP!
Keep this by the scoring station for future reference. Additional information can be
found on the slipsheet holder on the bottom of the console.

1. Turn on scoreboard.
2. Turn on Console. Press and hold until LCD and LEDs light.
3. Press 1 to select Scoreboard. Use the arrow keys to view more options.
SCOREBOARD CONTROL
MP8000 V.2.**.* 2008
1. SCOREBOARD
2. STAT PANEL ->
4. For the initial use, press Yes/No to change the answer to no. This will walk you through the set-
up process. Failure to do this will cause the default answers to be chosen that were used during the testing process
at the All American Scoreboards facility. Defaults may be changed at any time by going into the setup mode when
game time is stopped. RADIO CONSOLES, PLEASE SEE PREVIOUS SECTION “SCOREBOARD IDENTIFICATION”
Use Last setup?_Yes
RACE 1 Board
Use Last setup?_No
RACE 1 Board
After initial use, press Enter to accept the answer. This answer will bypass setup and take you straight
into game mode with all of your defaults set - skip to Gameplay instructions. Defaults may be changed at any time
by going into the setup mode when game time is stopped.
Sport: ( for more)
1-RACE 2-Bask 3-Bsbl
Press the setup key anytime the clock is not running to go into SETUP mode.
Min = 1, Max = 8
SET: Brightness _
1. BRIGHTNESS
Enter the desired brightness and press Enter. Example: . Brightness determines the brightness of the
LEDs on the scoreboard. Brightness levels will vary greatly depending on situation and facility. Typically, a night
game will require a lower brightness level. A day game in bright sunlight will require a higher brightness level. An
game taking place during sunset may require the brightness to change from a max level to a lower level.
Use Transponders?
_ N o
2. TRANSPONDERS
This feature is only available when using a RMon (Racing Monitor) Sytem such as AMB or Westhold.
RMon Laps display
COUNT UP? _No
3. RMon Count Up?
When using an RMon System (Item will not be displayed if not using Transponders), laps can either be counted
down or counted up. Toggling between YES/No will change the laps from counting up to counting down.
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Qualifying Laps= 3
4. QUALIFYING LAPS
Display the amount of laps used to qualify. Valid options are 1, 2 or 3 laps.
Time of Day =_
Enter to Skip
5. Enter the time of day. Example: for 10:30. The time of day will be displayed on the score-
board approximately 40 seconds after power is turned o on the console. Time of Day is stored in the scoreboard and
will remain in the scoreboard memory for up to 30 days without power.
If you wish to leave on the power to the scoreboard without showing time of day, set the time of day to 00:00.
Press enter to leave time of day unchanged on the scoreboard.
Set as new defaults?
_No
Set as new defaults?
_Yes
3. Press to toggle between Yes and No. To save the settings as defaults, select Yes, then Enter. Settings
chosen will be saved. If the console is being used for similar events with the same scoreboard and sport, Setup can be
bypassed. Defaults may be changed at any time by going into the setup mode when game time is stopped.
Pressing at any time in Setup will exit to game mode. All selections made prior to pressing clear will be
stored, however defaults will not be saved or changed.
Resetting a Game:
When clock is stopped, press twice.
Press to change prompt to YES, then .
NEW GAME? _YES
Slipsheet
Changes have been made to the racing scoreboard console operation and slipsheet. Make sure that the correct
slipsheet is inserted for the console version that is being used.
Console Version 6.24X and Higher Slipsheet for Console Version 6.23X and Lower

Manual Control
Time Trials Mode
Direction
of Timer
Current
Lap Time
Current
Car Number
^ 8.765 Car# 01
EE 8.654 8.543 Lp3
Eye
Enabled
1st Lap
Time
Second
Lap Time
Current
Lap
Press the Time Trials key to switch to Qualifying Mode.
Press this key to start and stop the Timer or to trigger the lap time.
Note: SETUP will not respond when the timer is running. The electronic eye MUST be enabled.
The Start Stop key, Pendant Switch, and the triggering from the Electric Eye will all produce the same results.
When clock is stopped press this to reverse direction (count down or count up) of the timer.
An up arrow will appear on the LCD display to the left of the clock when clock is counting up.
To edit the timer displayed on the scoreboard, press this key followed by the correct time to be displayed,
then enter.
Note: To display the fasted qualifying time on the scoreboard, edit the time with the fasted qualifying time.
A 4 digit number is the minimum required to display seconds.
Press or to leave the time unchanged.
Press Reset Time to delete the previous qualifying times in preparation of the next driver.
Press the Position 1 Edit key to display the car number in the #1 position while qualifying.
Press the Eye Enable key to allow an Electric Eye control the triggering of the clock.
Note: Disabling the Electric Eye also disables the start stop key and pendant switch. To disable the electric eye, simply
unplug the cable from the back of the console (TIME/PENDANT SWITCH CONNECTOR). This is a dry contact, normally
open switch.
Race Mode
Positions Displayed on
Console (1-5 or 6-10)
Current
Lap Number
Pos 1-5 Lap 10
25 12 5 15 ?
Car in
Position 1
Car in
Position 2
Car in
Position 3
Car in
Position 4
Car Number
Not Entered (?)
Press the Race key to switch to Race Mode.
Press these keys to increase or decrease the lap counter by 1.
Press this to edit the current lap displayed.
Note: If laps are counting down, press this button and set the total number of laps prior to a race.
Example: for 500 laps.
Racing
10
ID will show in timer
or in rst position on
boards without a timer.
Startup Display
When the scoreboard is initially turned on, All LEDs will
run through a series of brightness levels and self tests.
When a sport is selected, your scoreboard should reect
what the console screen displays after setup.

Press the EDIT key to edit the car displayed for the position.
Example: Car number in Position 2 is 88. Press .
Note: numbers can be 1 or 2 digits and can range from 00-09 and 0-99. Car 01 is dierent than Car 1.
Press the DELETE CAR key to delete the car number (car is totaled, etc). The console will ask to conrm. After
conrmation, the number will be deleted and all cars behind in position will move up.
Press the ADVANCE key to advance a car up one position.
Example: Car number in Position 2 is 88. Car number 12 is in position 3. If car 12 passes car 88, press in column 3.
Positions 2 and 3 will ip positions.
- Pressing any of the positions 1 through 5 keys will change the console to display cars in positions 1-5. To
view positions 6 through 10, press any of those corresponding numbers.
Automatic Control
RMonitor (Race Monitor) controlled through software
Use Transponders?
_ Y e s Answer YES to Use Transponders.
RMon Laps display
COUNT UP? _No Choose to display the laps counting up or counting down. Laps are
triggered by the car in position 1.
PWhen controlled through a RMonitor Protocol device (Example Orbits AMB or Westhold), a P will be displayed on
the console in the upper left hand corner of the LCD.
P Pos 1-5 Lap 10
25 12 5 15 ?
Plug the interface cable to one of the connectors labeled SCOREBOARD(S) in the back of the console. AMB uses RS-
232 output. Use a straight through or extension cable, NOT a Null or Null Modem cable. Connect through 232/485
converter (AAS Part Number# 019-00001) and then through a DB9/RJ45 adapter (AAS Part Number# 019-00002).
Appropriate cables may be used before, between, or after each of these adapters to obtain proper location. Set
up AMB program (Scoreboard Settings) for the correct COM port and 9600 baud , 8 data bits, No parity, 1 Stop Bit
format. Enable ‘Scoreboard Feed’ , and Disable all ‘Daktronics feeds’ options.
Data is sent nominally once per second, so the “P” (data indicator on LCD) may blink if there is no action taking
place on the track. For AMB, actual car numbers are sent only at the beginning of an event (Heat, Race, Time Trial or
Practice Period). If this is missed or there appears to be an error, you can issue a ‘Scoreboard Refresh’ command at
any time from the AMB system (either via menus or simply F2).
All console keys are active whether or not an AMB system is running, but any updates from the PC will overwrite
anything done manually. The AMB Laps Up/Down option is in setup.
Sample Racing Setup Through AMB:
To display Lap and Position: in the AMB program, under Run Settings, (From the registration screen, right click on
the run to change, then select modify) Set to Auto Finish on Laps and set the number of laps in the race.
Car positions are tracked in the AMB system by registration number, which is not the same as the car number.
The actual car numbers are only sent to the AAS console at the very start of a race. If the console is turned on or
connected after the race has begun, you must ‘refresh’ the scoreboard (press F2 key or select Refresh from the
Scoreboard tab) so the correlation between registration number and car number can be established.
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WARNING! OPERATION OF THE UNIT WITH THE ELECTRICAL EXPOSED IS
DANGEROUS. BE SURE ALL TOOLS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS ARE REMOVED
FROM THE UNIT, AND ALL ACCESS COVERS ARE REPLACED AND CLOSED BEFORE
POWER IS TURNED ON.
NOTE: For Advanced Trouble Shooting, Service Manuals and Replacement Part Information
go to www.allamericanscoreboards.
3.0 Safety Information
The owner of the All American Scoreboard (AAS) is responsible for safe operation and repair.
He therefore is obliged to familiarize operating personnel with the contents of this manual
and make them aware of all possible hazards.
NOTE: When using this equipment, always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
safe operation. In case of emergency, please telephone Technical Support or a qualied
service technician.
Do not operate the sign until it is completely assembled and installed per the instructions
supplied by AAS.
AAS recommends that your main power be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance
with the local building and electrical codes.
All equipment must be grounded in accordance with the local building and electrical codes.
AAS recommends Earth Link Ground.
If any part of the Scoreboard equipment is malfunctioning or has been damaged, cease
operation and consult with AAS Technical Support or qualied service technician before
further use.
Use only AAS specied or recommended replacements parts.
WARNING! USE A LOCK OUT/TAG OUT ON CIRCUIT BREAKERS OR “POWER
ON/OFF” SWITCHES WHEN PERFORMING INSTALLATION, REPAIRS OR
MAINTENANCE.
When performing repairs be mindful of the weather and work area conditions. Avoid the
unit’s exposure to the elements, water and debris, or anything that may be dangerous or
cause damage to the equipment.
WARNING! OPERATION OF THE UNIT WITH THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUITRY
EXPOSED IS DANGEROUS. BE SURE ALL TOOLS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS
ARE REMOVED FROM THE UNIT, AND ALL ACCESS COVERS ARE REPLACED
AND CLOSED BEFORE POWER IS TURNED ON.
CAUTION: Use of solvent cleaners or a power washer on your Scoreboard may
cause permanent damage.
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4.0 Warranty
Five Year Limited Warranty
Non-compliance with procedures of Installation, Safety, Operation and/or Maintenance
practices dened in this manual may result in a Warranty issue.
This warranty extends to and is enforceable by only the original consumer purchaser
and only for the period (during the applicable term) which the product remains in the
possession of the original consumer purchaser. “Original consumer purchaser” means the
person who rst purchased the product covered by this warranty other than for purpose
of resale. This warranty does not apply if it is found that at any time the equipment has
not been used for its intended purpose.
NOTE: Please ask your dealer, distributor or sales representative for details.
CAUTION! Any unauthorized changes or modications to this unit without
our prior written approval will void the user’s warranty and will transfer health
and safety obligations to the user
CAUTION! Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment
NOTE: 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 frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
Owner’s Manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation
of this equipment in a residential area can cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at their expense.
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5.0 Technical Support
5.1 Customer Service
Customer satisfaction is the top priority at AAS. Our skilled, experienced Account Manage-
ment teams are dedicated to providing highly responsive service through all phases of our
client’s programs.
These teams are computer-linked to each of our manufacturing facilities to provide “on-line”
updates on the status of customer orders. Furthermore, AAS’s EDI capabilities allow electronic
interchange to eciently process customer orders.
5.2 Contact Information
All American Scoreboards
401 S. Main Street
Pardeeville, WI 53954
PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
www.allamericanscoreboards.com
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