Daktronics Galaxy GS6 User manual

201 Daktronics Drive
Brookings, SD 57006-5128
www.daktronics.com/support
800.325.8766
LARGE MATRIX
GALAXY®GS6 SERIES
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION MANUAL
P1874
DD3125389
Rev 14
22 April 2022

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FCC Statement
Supplier Declaration of Conformity (SDoC)
This product 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.
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 the instruction manual, 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 their own
expense.
Warning: The user is cautioned that changes and
modications made to the equipment without the
approval of manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
Industry Canada Regulatory Information
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à
la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Inquiries
Contact Daktronics with any questions regarding our
product compliance.
Mail:
Daktronics
201 Daktronics Dr.
Brookings, SD 57006 USA
Phone:
800-325-8766
Website:
www.daktronics.com

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction�����������������������������������������1
Limitation of Liability ..................................1
Contact Information .................................1
Model Number Guide...............................1
2 Installation Preparation ����������������������2
Pre-Installation Checklist ...........................2
Structure Requirements.............................2
Required Tools............................................3
3 Display Installation������������������������������4
Display Installation Preparation................4
Display Installation .....................................4
4 Section Splicing ����������������������������������6
Display Section Numbering ......................6
Section Splicing..........................................6
5 Electrical Installation ��������������������������7
Warnings and Disclaimers ........................7
Power Requirements .................................7
Main Disconnect .......................................7
Conduit.......................................................8
Power Connection ....................................8
Earth Ground Installation ..........................9
Important Points About Grounding .........9
6 Signal Cable Installation ������������������10
Primary/Mirror Display Interconnections
...................................................................10
Sectional Display Signal Connections...10
7 System Start-Up Procedure��������������11
Boot Sequence........................................11
Start-Up Checklist ....................................11
8 Network and Communication
Installation �����������������������������������������12
Network and Communication
Installation Recommendations ..............12
Requirements For Communication
Through A Network .................................12
Connecting A Display to A DHCP
Network.....................................................12
Display Currently Congured For DHCP
(Default)�������������������������������������������������12
Network Requirements .....................12
Installation/Start-up Steps.................12
Display Congured For Static IP
Address��������������������������������������������������12
Network Requirements .....................13
Conguration Steps Using IP Address
.............................................................13
Conguration Using DisplayFind To
Discover The Display ����������������������������14
Download DisplayFind......................14
Launch DisplayFind...........................14
Connect To A Display���������������������������15
Connect A Display To A Static IP Network
...................................................................16
Display Currently Congured for DHCP
(Default)�������������������������������������������������16
Network Requirements�������������������������16
Conguration Steps Using IP Address
.............................................................16
Display Congured For Static IP
Address��������������������������������������������������17
Network Requirements .....................17
Conguration Steps Using IP Address
.............................................................17
9 Venus Software Conguration���������19
First-Time Venus Login..............................19
Logging In–Daktronics Web-Hosted
Server�����������������������������������������������������19
Logging In–Customer Local-Hosted
Server�����������������������������������������������������19
Venus Menu Overview............................20
Venus System Setup ................................20
Contact Information and Where to Get
Help ...........................................................21
Telephone ..........................................21
Online .................................................21
10 Display Maintenance�����������������������22
Internal Display Access ...........................22
Ventilation System ...................................23
Display Face Cleaning............................23
Wet Cleaning Process ��������������������������23
Dry Cleaning Process���������������������������23
11 Display Troubleshooting�������������������24
Power and Signal Routing ......................24
Power Routing ���������������������������������������24
Signal Routing ���������������������������������������25

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Controller Diagnostics .............................26
PLR Diagnostics .......................................26
PLR Self-Test ..............................................26
Module Diagnostics.................................27
Module Self-Test.......................................27
12 Replacing Parts���������������������������������28
Module Replacement.............................28
Power Supply Replacement ..................28
Controller Replacement.........................29
PLR Replacement ....................................29
13 Daktronics Exchange and Repair &
Return Programs��������������������������������30
Daktronics Exchange and Repair &
Return Programs ......................................30
Exchange Program ������������������������������30
Before Contacting Daktronics�������������30
Repair & Return Program ���������������������31
Shipping Address����������������������������������31
Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of
Liability ......................................................31
A Reference Drawings �������������������������33
B Daktronics Warranty and Limitation
of Liability�������������������������������������������35
C Legacy Remote Display
Conguration ������������������������������������37
Connecting A Display to A DHCP
Network.....................................................37
Display Currently Congured for DHCP
(Default)�������������������������������������������������37
Network Requirements .....................37
Installation/Start-up Steps.................37
Display Congured For Static IP
Address��������������������������������������������������37
Network Requirements .....................37
Conguration Steps Using IP Address�37
Installation/Start-up Steps.................37
Display Congured For Static IP
Address��������������������������������������������������37
Network Requirements .....................37
Conguration Steps Using IP Address
.............................................................38
Conguration Using DisplayFind To
Discover The Display ����������������������������39
Downloading DisplayFind ................39
Launching DisplayFind......................39
Connecting To A Display..................40
Connecting A Display To A Static IP
Network.....................................................41
Display Currently Congured for DHCP
(Default)�������������������������������������������������41
Network Requirements .....................41
Conguration Steps Using IP Address
.............................................................41
Display Congured For Static IP
Address��������������������������������������������������42
Network Requirements .....................42
Conguration Steps Using IP Address
.............................................................42

Introduction
1
1 Introduction
This manual provides the necessary information to install and service a Galaxy® Large
Matrix GS6 series display.
Please read and understand all steps in this manual before beginning the installation
process.
Complete the steps in this manual in order. Contact Daktronics Technical Support with
any questions before or during the installation process.
Limitation of Liability
The factory warranty will be void if:
• The display is not installed according to the steps in this manual.
• Proper electrical service is not provided or the display is not grounded properly.
• Unauthorized modications are made to the display, display cabinet, or the control
system.
Refer to Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability (p�35) at the end of this manual
for the full Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability.
Contact Information
For assistance before, during, or after display installation, please contact Daktronics
Technical Support: 1-800-DAK-TRON (325-8766).
Model Number Guide
Galaxy® Large Matrix GS6 model numbers are dened as follows:
GS6-RxC-M-X-F
GS6 = Outdoor Standard Galaxy®display
R= Number of pixel rows high
C= Number of pixel columns wide
M= Pixel pitch in millimeters
X= LED Color: R (Red); A (Amber); White (W); RGB (Red, Green, Blue)
F= Face setup: SF–Single Face or 2V–Primary/Mirror
Displays are either single face (SF) or two view (2V). In 2V units, the rst display is referred
to as the primary and the second is called the mirror. If the second display is mounted
more than 8' (2.4 m) from the primary display, two primary displays are used.

Installation Preparation
2
2 Installation Preparation
This section explains what to consider before installing a Galaxy® Large Matrix GS6 series
display.
Follow all guidelines and safety precautions in this manual when installing the display. Do
not modify the display or control system in any manner without the written permission of
Daktronics engineering staff.
Any unauthorized modications nullify the display warranty.
Pre-Installation Checklist
• Ensure the display was not damaged during shipping.
• Ensure the mounting structure will provide a straight and square mounting frame for
the display.
• Ensure the support structure can carry the weight of the display and meets local and
national codes.
• Ensure proper power is available at sign structure–refer to the Shop Drawing for
display power requirements.
• Ensure the display cabinet has no holes (accidental or intentional) that will allow
water to enter the display.
• Ensure all display modules are fully latched into the display cabinet.
Structure Requirements
Support structure design depends on mounting method, installation height, display size,
and weight. Because every installation site is unique, Daktronics approves no single
procedure for mounting displays.
Things to consider prior to installation:
• The display mounting requires a continuous horizontal stringer across the back
attached to all display mounting points to provide adequate wind load support for
the cabinet.
• The structure must be able to carry the weight of the display and wind load.
• Display structure and mounting must not obstruct airow–refer to the Shop Drawing
for ventilation space requirements.
• The light sensor must not be obstructed for the display to function properly.
For additional questions about display mounting requirements and specications, refer
to the display Shop Drawing or contact Daktronics Technical Support at 1-800-DAK-TRON
(325-8766).

Installation Preparation
3
Required Tools
The following table lists the minimum tools to have on site for each installation. Daktronics
only provides the specialized tools needed to complete the installation.
Daktronics Provided Customer Provided
Splice Wrench Hex Head Wrenches – 1/8" and 3/16"
Flathead and Phillips Head Screw Drivers
Crane or Lift Truck
Step Ladders
Computer with Venus®Software and Internet access
Ratchet and/or Impact Wrench – 11/16"
Socket Set – Sizes up to 1-1/16" Needed
Tape Measure
Utility Knife

Display Installation
4
3 Display Installation
This section explains the steps necessary for proper lifting and installation of the display to
the sign structure.
Follow all guidelines and safety precautions in this manual when installing the display.
Do not modify the display or control system in any manner without the written permission
of Daktronics engineering staff. Any unauthorized modications will void the warranty.
Display Installation Preparation
• Inspect the display for damage prior to installation
• Use all T-clips for mounting
• Provide an adequate support structure that is straight and level
• Provide adequate ventilation that meets or exceeds display specications listed on
the Shop Drawing
• Use all T-clips for mounting using a continuous horizontal member
• Use all lift eyes when lifting the display
• Do not open the Galaxy® Large Matrix GS6 controller enclosure
• Do not block display ventilation system
• Do not use the lift eyes for display mounting
• Do not hang additional signage from Galaxy® Large Matrix GS6 series display.
Display Installation
1� Use a utility knife to carefully cut away all of
the white packaging material from the display.
Be careful not to damage the face of the
display or LEDs.
Note: If the display is multi-sectional, refer
to Section Splicing (p�6) before
continuing.
2� Attach a crane or lift truck to the lift eyes on
the display's top.
Lift eye spacing is set at Daktronics and should
not be moved. Lift eyes should also remain in
place after installation is complete.
Ensure the angle between the top of the display and
the lifting strap is greater than 55°. Refer to Figure 1.
3� Apply tension to the lift lines.
4� Attach tag lines to the bracket. Refer to Figure 2.
5� Unbolt the display from the shipping braces.
From Back
Tag Line
Tie Off
Angle must be
greater than 55°
Lift-Eye Bolts
Set Bolts
Figure 1: Proper Display Lifting
Figure 2: Tag Line Bracket

Display Installation
5
6� Lift the display off the truck to the display structure.
Note: Do not lift displays in wind speeds greater than 20 mph (32vkph).
7� Mount the display to the structure by welding or bolting all T-clips to horizontal
stringers.
Use all T-clips when mounting the display. Refer to the Shop Drawing for required
T-clip spacing.
8� Remove crane support and tag lines from the display once mounting is complete.
9� Locate the top border caps and install over lift eyes using provided Tek screws.

Section Splicing
6
4 Section Splicing
Display Section Numbering
For displays with multiple sections, each section is
numbered for easy installation. For a two-section display,
the bottom section is 201 and the top section is 101. Refer
to Figure 3.
For four-section displays, when looking from the front, the
lower-left display section is 201 and the section to the
right is 202; the upper row of sections are 101 on the left
and 102 on the right. Refer to Figure 4.
Section Splicing
1� Ensure the splice key is inserted
in the channel of the bottom
section. Refer to Figure 5.
2� Attach a crane or lift truck to
the lift eyes of the top section
and apply tension.
3� Unbolt the top section of the
display from the truck bed and
unbolt the A-frame.
4� Lift the display top section off the truck high enough
to spin around 180°.
5� Starting at one end of the display, use the splice tool
to draw the top section into the bottom until the
splice key is fully engaged. Refer to Figure 6.
6� Ensure display sections are aligned and that LEDs are
also in alignment.
7� Attach the splice plates and splice T-clips along the
section splice. Refer to Figure 7. Use an 11/16" impact
wrench or ratchet to tighten all nuts on the splice
plates and splice T-clips.
Section 201
Section 101
Figure 3: Two-Section Display
Section Numbering
Section 201
Section 101
Section 202
Section 102
Figure 4: Four-Section Display Section Numbering
Top
Section
Bottom
Section
Splice
Key
Splice Channel
Figure 5: Installed Splice Key
Top
Section
Bottom
Section
Figure 6: Aligning Display Sections with
Splice Tool
Splice
Plate
Bolt
Nut
Washer
Display Face
Bottom
Section
Top
Section
Figure 7: Installed Flat Splice Plate