Daktronics 65 Series User manual

201 Daktronics Drive
Brookings, SD 57006-5128
www.daktronics.com/support
800.325.8766
65 SERIES DIGITAL BILLBOARD
INSTALLATION MANUAL
P2210
DD4294926
Rev 01
14 February 2020

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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
Important Contact Information ...............1
Display Identication.................................1
DB-65 Series Improvements ......................1
Terms Used in this Manual.........................3
Required Tools............................................4
Daktronics Digital Billboard Overview .....4
2 Installation Preparation ����������������������5
Installation Planning ..................................5
Support Ledger ..........................................5
Display Inspection......................................5
3 Display Installation������������������������������6
Display Installation .....................................6
4 Section Splicing ����������������������������������9
Display Section Numbering ......................9
Display Splicing ..........................................9
5 Multi-Direction Light Sensor
Relocation �����������������������������������������12
Multi-Direction Light Sensor Relocation.12
6 Webcam Mounting���������������������������13
Mount the Webcam to the Arm............13
Standard 10-Foot Fixed Webcam Arm
Installation ................................................13
Standard 10-20 Foot Adjustable-Length
Webcam Arm Installation.......................14
Installation���������������������������������������������14
Optional Retracting the Webcam Arm
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7 Electrical Installation ������������������������16
Main Disconnect .....................................16
Electrical Installation................................16
Display Grounding...................................17
8 Spare Parts Rack Location���������������18
9 Control System Overview ����������������19
Fully Embedded Control System............19
Open the ISP Box .....................................20
10 First-Time Power Up���������������������������21
First-Time Power Up..................................21
11 Test and Adjust the Display��������������22
Diagnostics Checks .................................22
Display Image Quality.............................22
Test the Light Sensor (MDLS) ...................22
A Reference Drawings �������������������������23
B Daktronics Warranty and Limitation
of Liability�������������������������������������������25

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Introduction
1
1 Introduction
This manual provides information to install and re up a Daktronics digital billboard.
Please read and understand all steps in this manual before beginning the installation
process. Contact the Project Manager with questions.
Limitation of Liability
Failure to perform the following may void factory warranties:
• Install the digital billboard according to the steps in this manual
• Provide proper electrical service
• Ground the display properly
For the full Daktronics Warranty and Limitation of Liability, refer to Section B: Daktronics
Warranty and Limitation of Liability (p�25).
Note: This applies to initial installation only. Manufacturer does not warranty relocation
of displays.
Important Contact Information
Daktronics Help Desk: 1-877-DAK-HELP (325-4357)
Display Identication
This section provides information that is helpful
in understanding a Daktronics digital billboard
display label. Refer to Figure 1 while reading the
table below.
Display Assembly Number
Display Serial Number
Manufacture Month/Date Year
DB-65 Modules High X Modules Wide
RMN: Daktronics - 0200 - 11 Manufactured in Sioux Falls, SD
120/240 VAC, Single Phase, 60 HZ
AMPS (L1/L2) = 21.6/22.9 Total
Total Watts = 5,340
DB-65 Series Improvements
Component Improvement Image of Change
Display Doors
• Hook-style doors that hook
into slots on the display’s
backsheet
• Handles on each door for easy
removal
• Mechanical stop holds door in
place without hardware
Internet and
Webcam
Connections
• Located in the second or third
bay from the right
• Enlarged the box to provide
better connection access
Figure 1: 65 Series Display Label

Introduction
2
Component Improvement Image of Change
SmartLink
• Moved to display’s interior
• Located in the second or
third bay from the right in the
second row from the bottom
• Moved one bay to provide
better rear service access
Power
Entrance Box
• Located above the far-right
bottom door
Power Supply
• Low-prole power supplies
• 400W power supply powers 10
modules
• Power supplies are mounted to
the uprights inside the display
using rotating bracket
• No tools needed to remove
power supplies
Spare Parts
• Spare parts are located
behind the far left door of the
display in the second row from
the bottom
• Spare parts box is removable
to allow for rear service access
• Modules, module tool, and
splice tool for sectional displays
are included. Other standard
service tools are not included
ISP Enclosure/
Third Party
Player
• Located in the second or
third bay from the right n the
second row from the bottom
• Third party player is now
installed in the ISP enclosure for
third party options
• Location updated for
improved rear service access
Term Panel
• Located inside the rst door
from the right in the second
row from the bottom
• Location updated for
improved rear service access
Spare Parts
Location
Doors
Control System
Location
Border
Module
Support
Ledger
Display Front
Ventilation Exhaust
Ventilation
Intake
Term
Panel
Power
Entrance
Display Back
Catwalk

Introduction
3
Component Improvement Image of Change
Module LEDs
• 400 x 400 mm
• Uses the latest technology with
a downward-focused LED
Terms Used in this Manual
DMP-8000: Digital billboard content player that sends content to the VIP.
Lanyard Attachment Ring: A ring found on the back of each module and on the display
doors that attaches to a lanyard and prevents the module from falling.
Latch Release: Releases the latch that holds the module rmly in the display. The latches
are centered near the top and bottom of the module.
Light Emitting Diode (LED): Low-energy, high-intensity lighting unit.
Line Filter: Removes electromagnetic noise that might interfere with local communication
channels from the power system.
Module: Consists of a display board with LEDs, a driver board or logic card, housing, a
module latch assembly, and a louver. Each module is individually removable from either
the front or back of the display. Module part numbers vary by pixel pitch.
ProLink Router (PLR): The PLR takes data in and then routes that data to other areas in the
sign. There is typically one PLR per display section.
Power Supply: A device that converts AC line voltage from the panel board to low DC
voltage for driver boards. In the 65 series, one power supply powers 10 modules, one
controller, or a ProLink Router (PLR).
Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) Cable: Allows high speed signal from
ow from device to device. In digital billboards, they run signal from module to module
and from the PLR to the modules.
Termination Block: An electrical connection point, usually used to connect internal
power and signal wires of the same type coming into the display from an external
source.
VIP-5160: Video processor that sends video to the display and controls dimming, color
settings, and test patterns.

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4
Required Tools
The following table lists the minimum tool requirements Daktronics recommends having
on site for each installation. Daktronics provides some specialized tools but it is the
installer’s responsibility to provide the majority of tools:
Daktronics-Provided
Tools
(located behind
labeled doors)
• Black cable ties
• L-handle hex head wrench: 1/8"
• Splice wrench
• T-handle hex head wrench: 1/8”
• Torx bit: T20
Customer-Provided
Tools
• Hex head wrenches: Various
sizes
• Flat-head screwdriver
• Phillips screw driver
• Bucket truck: Customer must
provide until nal proof of
performance
• Crane
• Cordless drill
• Drill bits
• Hammers
• Ladder: 6', 8', 10'
• Laptop
• Pry bar
• Ratchet tie-downs/come
along
• Socket and open end wrench:
11/16"
• Socket extension: 3"
• Socket set
• Tape measure
• Torque Allen wrench: 1/8"
• Utility knife
• Taglines
• Fish tape
Daktronics Digital Billboard Overview
Figure 2 provides a general
overview of display components in
a poster (11' x 22') display. Refer to
display-specic drawings to identify
component locations as they vary
by display size.
Spare Parts
Location
Doors
Control System
Location
Border
Module
Support
Ledger
Display Front
Ventilation Exhaust
Ventilation
Intake
Term
Panel
Power
Entrance
Display Back
Catwalk
Figure 2: 65 Series Display Front and Back

Installation Preparation
5
2 Installation Preparation
Installation Planning
Prior to the display arriving on site, review installation plans with the electrician, Internet
Service Provider, and members of the installation crew.
Support Ledger
Ensure that the ledger brackets are mounted to the upright I-beam. All ledger brackets
must be installed prior to lifting the display to the head. For ledger bracket details, refer
to DWG-988359 (use with offset mounts) and DWG-3041598 (use without offset mounts) in
Section A: Reference Drawings (p�23).
Display Inspection
When the display arrives on site, verify the packaging is in good condition. When
unpacking the display, inspect it for damage and potential issues.
Photograph any damage and contact your Project Manager immediately to report
issues. Failure to report and document shipping damage may void any manufacturer’s
warranties.

Display Installation
6
3 Display Installation
This section provides general guidelines for DB-65 display installation. Work closely with
the Project Manager on all installations. Do not modify the display or control system in
any manner without the written permission of the Project Manager. Any unauthorized
modications may void the display warranty.
Display Installation
1� Using a utility knife, carefully cut away all of the white packaging material from the
display. Pay special attention when cutting around the Multi-Direction Light Sensor
(MDLS) to avoid cutting cables. If possible, do not cut anywhere along the display
face as it can damage the LEDs and modules.
2� Remove the wood and the wood braces from the top of every display section.
3� Locate the spare parts rack in the bottom-left end bay (when viewed from the back)
and verify all installation tools and installation hardware were sent with the display.
Contact the Project Manager immediately if missing installation parts.
4� Verify that the lift-eyes are installed and the lift-eye bolts and set bolts are in place.
Refer to Figure 3. Lift eye spacing is set at Daktronics and should not be moved
without the Project Manager’s permission.
5� The angle on the lift-eye straps must be greater than 55° from horizontal. If there
are more than 2 lift-eyes, attach a spreader beam. Each lift-eye must have its own
strap. Refer to Figure 3. The table shows Daktronics recommended strap lengths for
common display sizes.
Display Dimensions Minimum Strap Length (L)
14' x 48' 27'
10'6" x 36' 22'
14' x 28' 22'
11' x 22' 17'
6� Lift the display to apply some tension to the lift lines.
Tag Line
Tie Off
Lift-Eye Bolts
Set Bolts Top of Display
Spreader Beam
55 
55 
Figure 3: Display Lifting