Daktronics VIP-5000 Series User manual

VIP-5000 Series Quick Guide
DD2773153
Rev 06
30 January 2018
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Brookings, SD 57006-5128
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The VIP-5000 series processor is the interface that drives video to a digital display and meets operational
needs such as dimming, displaying test patterns, and adjusting gamma and color controls.
VIP-5060 accepts standard DVI inputs of 800x600 and 1280x720. VIP-5160 accepts standard DVI inputs of
800x600 and 1280x720 but has an additional input resolution allowing 1440x900 DVI input with reduced
blanking. This quick guide explains basic VIP-5000 series connections and setup as shown in Figure 1.
Video input
Control Daktronics LED video display
VIP-5000 series
processor
Figure 1: VIP-5000 Series Connections
Hardware Setup
Connecting to the LED Video Display
1. Locate ber-optic Port A and Port B on
the processor.
2. Insert duplex LC ber-optic cables into their
corresponding ports. The cables will click into
place when seated properly. Refer to Figure 2
and Figure 3.
Note: Remove ber dust covers from cables and
connectors prior to inserting into ports.
Connecting to the DVI Video Source
1. Insert the male plug into the female jack.
2. Turn the screws on the male plug clockwise to lock. Refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5.
Figure 4: Display-Mount
DVI Video Input Jack
Note: The processor supports a refresh rate of 60Hz and has a playback window at 0,0 (upper-left)
of DVI input. The playback window matches the display size in pixels.
Figure 2: Display-Mount
Fiber-Optic Port
Figure 3: Rack-Mount
Fiber-Optic Ports
Figure 5: Rack-Mount
DVI Video Input Jack

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Connecting to the Network
1. Connect one end of the RJ45 network cable to the
network port. Refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7.
Note: For a display-mount system, rotate the
connector 1/4turn clockwise to lock.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the
computer or network.
Connecting Power
Display-Mount Systems (12VDC)
1. Connect the breakout cable to the power/sensor
port. Refer to Figure 8.
2. Rotate the connector 1/4turn clockwise to lock.
3. Connect the breakout cable to the power cord.
4. Terminate the cord at the display’s power panel.
Rack-Mount Systems (120/240VAC)
1. Connect the power cord to the power jack. Refer
to Figure 9.
2. Plug the other end of the cord into an outlet.
Connecting Temperature/Light Sensors
Display-Mount Systems
1. Connect the sensor cable’s M12 connector to the
temperature/light port. Refer to Figure 10.
2. Turn the connector ring clockwise until tightened.
Rack-Mount Systems
Connect the sensor cable to the CAN port. Refer
to Figure 11.
Computer-to-Processor Setup
Connecting to the Processor
1. Download the DisplayFind application from either the control software CD or the internet.
a. Navigate to dakles.daktronics.com.
b. Click venus1500>Utils>DisplayFind>DisplayFind.exe.
c. Click Run to download the program or Save to save the le for later use.
Figure 6: Display-Mount
Network Port
Figure 7: Rack-Mount
Network Port
Figure 8: Display-Mount
Power/Sensor Port Figure 9: Rack-Mount
Power Jack
Figure 10: Display-Mount
Sensor Port
Figure 11: Rack-Mount
Sensor Port

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2. Launch the DisplayFind application by double-clicking the DisplayFind icon.
Refer to Figure 12.
3. Connect to the display using the DisplayFind utility.
a. Select the appropriate Network Adapter.
b. Click Find Displays to detect displays. Refer to Figure 13.
Figure 13: Daktronics DisplayFind Application
c. Click the desired display to launch the conguration utility within a web browser.
Note: If multiple displays are found, use the IP address or name to conrm the identity of the
correct display.
Logging in to the Processor
1. Navigate to http://<IPaddress>:<Port>. The port is typically 85.
2. Type Dak into the User name text box. Refer to Figure 14.
3. Type DakPassword! into the Password text box.
4. Click OK.
These are the factory-congured login credentials. Daktronics
strongly recommends changing the password after initial conguration.
After setting a new password, this new password must be entered into the Password text box
during login.
Note: Do not lose the password; losing it may require a service call.
Newer display-mount VIP-5160s have an internal reset switch that can be used to reset the password
and/or conguration. Remove the switch cover to access the reset switch and press down for 5-15
seconds. The user name and password will revert to the factory-congured login credentials.
Note: Use caution when using an internal reset switch. Pressing the switch for longer than 15 seconds
can reset the conguration.
Figure 12: DisplayFind Icon
Figure 14: VIP-5000 Series Login

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Processor Menu Overview
After initial login, the Dashboard window opens showing status tiles for various aspects of the device.
Click the Show Menu icon in the upper-left corner to expand the main menu. Refer to the table
below. For more information, refer to the VIP-5000 Series Operation Manual (DD2773153).
Menu Item Description
Shows status tiles for various aspects of the processor; most tiles trigger operational
windows but some tiles only provide information
Lists all available conguration settings and tools including setting the input, output,
brightness levels, local time, and location
Opens a window showing a video feed of the display content
Shows existing stored content les and allows images to be added or removed
Lists troubleshooting options including testing, resetting power, and resetting the
processor
Lists calibration tools used to adjust individual modules to blend with surrounding
modules
Lists system backup options including creating a system backup and restoring a system
backup
System Conguration
Conguring Input
Select the processor’s type of input including selecting a DVI video
source, choosing a built-in test pattern, loading static images, or
blanking the display. Refer to Figure 15. To congure the processor
for a DVI video source, follow the steps below:
1. Select Conguration from the main menu or click the Input tile on
the dashboard.
2. Click Input.
3. Choose DVI from the Display Mode drop-down list.
4. Change the Color Adjustment settings of the DVI video signal with the Brightness, Contrast,
Saturation, and Hue slider bars if desired.
5. Set the Source Dimensions as either Automatic or Manual to dene what portion of the incoming
video signal is shown on the display. This setting is normally determined at the factory.
• Automatic - the controller positions the content and the dimensions will match the congured
display size.
• Manual - the operator manually denes the visible area.
Figure 15: Input Display Mode

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6. Set the Target Dimensions as either Automatic or Manual to position the incoming video signal on
the display. This feature should not be used unless instructed to do so by Daktronics technicians.
• Automatic - the controller positions the content and the dimensions will match the congured
display size.
• Manual - the operator manually denes the content placement and positioning.
7. Click Save.
Conguring Output
Set the display output as either Active or Inactive. If the processor system is the primary system, the
Output State should be set as Active. If the processor system is the backup system, the Output State
should be set as Inactive. Refer to Figure 16. To congure the output, follow the steps below:
1. Select Conguration from the main menu.
2. Click Output.
3. Choose the Output State as Active or Inactive. If
Inactive is selected, proceed to Step 8.
4. Select the Boot Sequence from the drop-down list
to choose what is shown during display startup.
• Full - shows full display information (description,
dimensions, time zone etc.)
• Compact - shows product and version
information
• None - shows no information, playback starts
immediately
5. Adjust the Green Mode percentage to set a
threshold for dimming the display content.
6. Adjust the Gamma number to adjust the middle ranges of color.
7. Choose the Color Space setting from the drop-down list.
8. Click Save.
Conguring Brightness
To adjust display brightness, refer to Figure 17 and
follow the steps below:
1. Select Conguration from the main menu.
2. Click Brightness.
3. Select the Mode from the drop-down list.
• Automatic – brightness values adjust according
to data received from a light sensor.
• Manual – brightness values are set at a
constant level using a slider bar.
• Remote – dimming values are determined by a
host processor in a multi-VIP host-client system.
Figure 16: Conguring Output
Figure 17: Conguring Brightness

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4. Choose either All Day or Day and Night under Set Brightness Settings.
• All Day - sets display minimum and maximum brightness for a 24-hour period.
• Day and Night - sets display minimum and maximum brightness based on the time of day.
Contact Info and Where to Get Help
Click Help under the User icon in the upper-right corner of the screen to access the VIP-5000 Series
Video Image Processor Operation Manual (DD2773152).
Click About under the User icon in the upper-right
corner of the screen to access the Daktronics website.
Refer to Figure 18.
If further assistance is required, Daktronics Customer
Service is available 24/7 via phone or online.
Telephone
• Domestic (U.S. and Canada): 1-800-325-8766
• International: [phone]
Online
• www.daktronics.com/support
Figure 18: Contact Information