All American Scoreboards MP-7457 User manual

Operator’s Manual
MP-7457 Multi-Sport
Scoreboard with MP5000 Console
Football & Soccer
Volume VII
Rev. 10/26/07
SCORE
+6
+3
+1
DOWN
2 31
5 64
8
0 ENTERCODE
97
BALL
ON
MODEL #
ON
OFF
SCORE
HOME TEAM
YES
NO
Time
Out SET
UP CLEART.O.L.
Time
Out T.O.L.
TIME
CODE
MODEL
OUT IN
UP
DOWN TIME RESET TIME SET
QTR.
HORN
+6
+3
+1
GUEST TEAM
66
TIME
OUT
TIMER
BALL
POSS.
YARDS
TO GO

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents......................................................................................................................................2
1.0 Keypad Console.................................................................................................3
2.0 Console Keypad Functions................................................................................4
2.1 Initializing the System at Start-up...............................................................................................4
2.2 Set Up.........................................................................................................................................4
2.3 Gametime Operations.................................................................................................................4
2.4 Soccer Operation........................................................................................................................6
2.5 Baseball Operation.....................................................................................................................6
3.0 Maintenance/ Troubleshooting..........................................................................7
3.1 Table I: Quick Reference Problem/Cause..........................................................................................7
4.0 Safety...................................................................................................................8
5.0 Warranty..............................................................................................................9
6.0 Technical Support...........................................................................................10
6.1 Customer Service ...........................................................................................................................10
6.2 Contact Information...................................................................................................................10
Manual Overview
This manual is intended for the use of theAllAmerican Scoreboard owners and users. Read this
manual carefully before starting the equipment.
This manual contains important information for operation and maintenance of the equipment. 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 specic aspects related to the AAS
system, please do not hesitate to contact us.
In this manual you will nd three levels of agged 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 theequipment, materials, or other importantinformation; suchas Warranty
issues.
NOTE: The Note message is used to give operational information and useful tips.

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Figure 2
1.0 Keypad Console
TheKeypad Console has atouch sensitive keypad thatallows the operatortoenter all pertinentinforma-
tion, It then sends the information to the Controller Assembly within the sign by way of radio signal or
hard-wire.ALCD screen displays Time, Home and Guest scores, Yards To Go, Ball On, Down, Quarter,
and depending on the model Time outs left andAuto Horn Enable. The Keypad you have will depend on
the model of Scoreboard and interface system you have.
SCORE
+6
+3
+1
DOWN
2 31
5 64
8
0 ENTERCODE
97
BALL
ON
MODEL #
ON
OFF
SCORE
HOME TEAM
YES
NO
Time
Out SET
UP CLEART.O.L.
Time
Out T.O.L.
TIME
CODE
MODEL
OUT IN
UP
DOWN TIME RESET TIME SET
QTR.
HORN
+6
+3
+1
GUEST TEAM
66
TIME
OUT
TIMER
BALL
POSS.
YARDS
TO GO
CAUTION: To protect the control from damage, it is advisable to disconnect
the control and store in a dry secure area when not in use.
Figure 3. Typical Game-Time LCD Game Display & Denitions
10 1Q 11:46 7
<P 3& 9 on 24 H
Home Score Quarter Time Remaining Guest Score
Possession (Home) Down Ball OnYards to Go Automatic Horn On
Battery Status
Charging
Red Charged Green
Master /
Slave
+12 VDC
Power
Shot
Clock
Remote
Time
Switch
Figure 2B
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TIME
RESET 1 RESET 2
INOUT
SCORE
+1 BALL STRIKE
2 31
5 64
8
0 ENTERCODE
97
OUT
MODEL#
GUESTTEAM
(CODE#) 73
ON
OFF
SCORE
+1
HOME TEAM
YES
NO SET UP CLEAR
TIME
CODE
MODEL
OUT IN
UP
DOWN TIME RESET TIME SET
ERROR
INNING
HIT
(Dual - Radio)
NOTE: To operate dual signs with a radio unit, a second console must be turned on and
connected to the MASTER/SLAVE output via a dual radio console cable (item # 151733). The
second console will only be used to transmit information.

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2.0 Control Keypad Functions
Turn On the Keypad Console press
ON
OFF
once to turn on and again to turn off.
When the Controller Keypad is turned on, the LCD screen should become active.
2.1 Initializing the System at every Start-up.
LocatetheCodelabelontheKeypadconsole(locatedupperright cornerinFigure2);thecode 66isused
for illustration. Press
CODE
the code
6
6
then
ENTER
. The LCD should change.
2.2 Setup Fuctions
Press
SET
UP
key to step through options listed on the display screen. Once all options are run through,
the screen will return to the main screen (see gure 3).
The LCD will display SET: Brightness Min = 1, Max = 4, with 4 being the brightest. Press
4
(1-4)
then
ENTER
.
The LCD will display PERIOD LENGTH =, enter the correct length. Example, press
1
2
0
0
then
ENTER
for 12:00.
The LCD will display TIMEOUT LENGTH = 100, enter the correct length. Example, press
1
0
0
then
ENTER
for 1:00 (default).
The LCD will display TIMEOUTS ALLOWED = 3, enter the correct length. Example, press
3
then
ENTER
for 3 timouts (default).
TheLCD will display USEAUTOMATIC HORN? YES, press
YES
NO
totoggle betweenyes andno.Press
ENTER
to select.
The LCD will display LAST MINUTE TENTHS? NO Press
YES
NO
to toggle between yes and no. Press
ENTER
to select. NOTE: This function is not available in Football Code 61.
The LCD will display Time of Day =, enter the correct time. Example, press
2
4
5
then
ENTER
for 2:45.The scoreboardwilldisplay thetime ofday aftergame timeuse, ifdesired.Accurate time
will be kept without power to the scoreboard for up to 2 months.
2.3 Gametime Operations
To set the correct quarter. press
QTR
for 1st quarter. Press again for 2nd quarter, etc.
To set the correct down, press
DOWN
for 1st down. Press again for 2nd down, etc.
To change the possession, press
BALL
POSS.
(not displayed on scoreboard).

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To start the game clock, either move the time switch to
TIME
OUT IN
, and switch to
TIME
OUT IN
to stop the game
clock.
If using the pendant ( ), switch time to
TIME
OUT IN
. Press once to start the game clock, and
once again to stop the game clock.
To manually change the game clock to 2:00 (for example), stop the clock and press
TIME
SET
then
2
0
0
then
ENTER
.
To reset the clock to the original period length, press
TIME
RESET
.
To change the time period directional mode for counting up or down; Push
UP
DOWN
(Down is default).
When in the UP mode, an arrow up symbol is displayed next to the time on the LCD display. If in the
DOWN mode, there is no arrow displayed.
To charge a timeout, stop the gameclock and press press
TIME
OUT
under the appropriate team. To
cancel a timeout, press
TIME
OUT
TIMER
then
CLEAR
. Time Outs Left may need to be adjusted.
To change time outs left to 3 (for example), press
T.O.L
then
3
then
ENTER
. The scoreboard will
display the number of Time Outs Left under “T.O.L” of the respective team.The maximum number of
timeouts allowed is 9.
SCORES
The Home and Guest Scores can be changed in four ways.
1. Press
+6
under either Home or Guest Scores to increase the score by 6.
2. Press
+3
under either Home or Guest Scores to increase the score by 3.
3. Press
+1
under either Home or Guest Scores to increase the score by 1.
4. To enter or change a score using the numeric keypad under Home or Guest press
SCORE
. Enter the score (
2
7
will change the score to 27) then press
ENTER
.
To Clear a score, under Home or Guest press
SCORE
then
CLEAR
.
Horn (Optional)
The horn will blow for 1/2 second each time
HORN
is pressed.
The horn will blow automatically at the end of each period for 2 seconds.
An ‘H’is displayed on the LCD when this function is enabled.

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2.4 Soccer Operation
ForSocceroperation,useCode16andtheappropriateslipsheetsinyourconsole.All slipsheetscanbe
downloadedatwww.allamericanscoreboards.com/slipsheets.Thesolidblacktextwillbedisplayed
on both the console and the scoreboard. The gray text will only be displayed on the console.
Use the
SET
UP
button to set the Brightness settings, Half (Period) Lenth, Timeout Length, Timeouts
Allowed,Automatic Horn, Last Minute Tenths (disabled), and Time of Day .
To add to a score, press
+1
under the appropriate team for each run scored, or manually change by
pressing
SCORE
then the appropriate numbers, then
ENTER
.
Toadda shot on goal,press
S.o.G.
+1
under theappropriate teamforeach S.O.G.,ormanually changeby
pressing
Shots
on
Goal
then the appropriate numbers, then
ENTER
.
Yourconsolemayhaveadditionalfeaturesthatarenotdisplayedonthescoreboard.Forexample,pressing
KICKS
+1
will add a corner kick to the appropriate team. The console will beep. You will not see any conrmation
on the console LCD. To see the talley of the number of hits, press
Corner
Kicks
. The number of hits will be dis-
playedandcanmanuallybechanged.Press
ENTER
toreturntothemainscreen.ThisalsoappliestoSaves.
NOTE:Pressing
CLEAR
insteadof
ENTER
willcausetheclocktostop timing.Pressing
ENTER
shouldshow
start the clock again without losing count of the time.
2.5 Baseball Operation
For baseball operation, use Code 11 and the appropriate slipsheets in your console.
The
SET
UP
button only applies to the brightness settings.
To add to a score, press
+1
under the appropriate team for each run scored, or manually change by
pressing
SCORE
then the appropriate numbers, then
ENTER
.
Pressing
BALL
,
STRIKE
or
OUT
willincrease thenumberofeach itemby1.Toreset tozero,presseach
key until a number does not appear next to “B”, “S” or “O” on the console.
Time
SOCCER
Figure 4. Secondary Programs Sign Congurations
Home Not Used Guest
Not Used Period
BASEBALL
Game Time
Home Outs Guest
Ball Strike

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3.0 Maintenance & Troubleshooting
For cleaning, use a window type product with a soft cotton cloth.
CAUTION: Do not use a power washer, solvent product or abrasive
materials for cleaning board faces.
3.1 Table I: Quick Reference Problem/Cause
WARNING! USE A LOCK OUT/TAG OUT ON CIRCUIT BREAKERS OR
“POWER ON/OFF” SWITCHES WHEN PERFORMING INSTALLATION,
REPAIRS OR MAINTENANCE.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Scoreboard doesn’t
light and Console
doesn’t work
No power to the
Scoreboard
Check that the main circuit breaker is on.
Check to make sure the controller and scoreboard are
plugged into an outlet.
Scoreboard Digits
don’t light (Console
Works)
No power out of the
controller assembly to
the board
Check to make sure the scoreboard is plugged into an outlet.
Check to make sure a circuit breaker did not get blown.
Digits light, Console
works, but, no
control of the
Scoreboard
No data signal
established Turn off the Scoreboard and the Console and turn the Scoreboard on then the Console. Retry coding Console.
Low battery (Wireless
Consoles) Be sure the battery is charged (if so equipped), or try the wall transformer to power the Console.
No RF signal
established
(Wireless Consoles)
Take Console 10 to 25 feet from the Scoreboard and test
again. Check antenna connections and tighten if necessary,
both in the Scoreboard and in the Console. CAUTION: the
antenna connection at the radio can be easily broken. Push
or pull the connector STRAIGHT on or off!
Scoreboard works,
but some lights stay
on all the time Short in Digit circuit Call technical support
The Scoreboard
works, but some
lights do not come
on or blink
Bad Connection Call technical support
Bad Driver or Digit
Board Call technical support
Pressing
AT
BAT
toggles between which team is at bat (on console).
Press
INNING
then key in the number, then
ENTER
to set the Inning.
Yourconsolemayhaveadditionalfeaturesthatarenotdisplayedonthescoreboard.Forexample,pressing
HIT
+1
will add a hit to the appropriate team. The console will beep. You will not see any conrmation on the console LCD.
To see the talley of the number of hits, press
HITS
. The number of hits will be displayed and can manually be
changed. Press
ENTER
to return to the main screen.

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WARNING! OPERATIONOFTHEUNITWITHTHEELECTRICALEXPOSED
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.
4.0 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.
Allequipmentmustbegroundedinaccordancewiththelocalbuildingandelectricalcodes.AASrecom-
mends 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.
Whenperforming repairsbemindful oftheweather andworkareaconditions.Avoid theunit’sexposure
to the elements, water and debris, or anything that may be dangerous or cause damage to the equip-
ment.
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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5.0 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.
Thiswarranty extendsto andisenforceable byonlytheoriginal consumerpurchaserandonly forthe
period (during the applicable term) which the product remains in the possession of the original con-
sumer 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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duplication of this document in any manner without the expressed written consent ofAllAmerican Score-
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as a commitment byAllAmerican Scoreboards®.
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Nordoes itmake expressedor impliedwarranty ofanykind withregard tothis material,including, butnot
limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose.
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or arising out of the furnishing, performance, or use of this document and the program material, which it
describes.
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Everbrite® is a registered trademark of AAS LLC.
6.0 Technical Support
6.1 Customer Service
CustomersatisfactionisthetoppriorityatAAS.Ourskilled,experiencedAccountManagementteams are
dedicated to providing highly responsive service through all phases of our client’s programs.
Theseteamsarecomputer-linkedtoeachofourmanufacturingfacilitiestoprovide“on-line”updatesonthe
status of customer orders. Furthermore, AAS’s EDI capabilities allow electronic interchange to efciently
process customer orders.
6.2 Contact Information
All American Scoreboards
401 S. Main Street
P.O. Box 100
Pardeeville, WI 53954
PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
www.allamericanscoreboards.com