VARSITY Scoreboards 3430 User manual

MODEL 3430
Installation Manual
3430

WARRANTY
This product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for
the period specified in the warranty from the date of invoice.
SERVICE
Technical Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
1-800-411-3136
https://www.varsityscoreboards.com/support/contact-support.html
(link to fill out support request on website)
MODEL 3430 INSTALLATION

If you are installing this scoreboard for a client, please return the manual to
the individual in charge of the scoreboard upon completion of installation.
SCOREBOARD D IMENSIONS
8.0’ wide x 4.0’ tall x 8” depth
A NOTE TO INSTALLERS

MODEL 3430 INSTALLATION 5-6
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 7
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 8
DETERMINING LOCATION AND ORIENTATION 9
INSTALLING MOUNTING POLES OR I-BEAMS 10
MOUNTING THE SCOREBOARD 11–12
INSTALLING SPONSOR PANELS 13–14
TESTING INSTALLED SYSTEM 15
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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MODEL 3430 INSTALLATION
(1) 8’ x 4’ S occer Scoreboard
Shipped in (1) section
Please inspect all shipping containers upon arrival for damage and ensure
that you have all of the parts listed below:
ITEMS IN
LARGE PACKAGE(S)
Mounting Tools
Flat Stock Mounting Brackets
and bolts
x 4

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(1) LCD Wireless
Keyboard Controller
(1) 12-volt adaptor
ITEMS IN
ACCESSORY BAG
(1) Sport Inserts
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
REPORTING SHIPPING DAMAGE
Shipping damage mus t be noted at the time of delivery. The shipper is not
responsible for shipments that aren’t sighted for as damaged upon arrival.
The shipper is responsible for ling a claim, unless shipped 3rd party.
1 /
Note “DAMAGED” on the Delivery Receipt Form, including details
of the type of damage to the freight and packaging.
2 /
Ask the delivery driver to call the local terminal and report
immediately.
3 /
Contact Varsity Scoreboards immediately while the delivery
driver is still present to report the damage
A. Phone number
B. Email

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INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
4 /
Mount the scoreboard to the poles / I Beams.
Note: Mounting hardware supplied by the customer.
This manual will walk you through the installation of the scoreboard.
While care has been taken to consider the many scenarios for installation,
some general information applies to all. Follow this guide as closely as
possible to ensure proper installation.
1 /
Review the product specifications below to determine your
specific installation hardware.
2 /
Determine the scoreboard’s location and orientation.
3 /
Install the mounting poles / I Beams.
Note: I Beams supplied by the customer.
5 /
Install any options, such as sponsor panels or protective nets,
according to the installation instructions included with each
option package.
6 /
Test the installed system.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
CONSTRUCTION
22-gauge galvanneal steel cabinet with powder coat finish for strength,
durability, and lasting appearance
INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS
We recommend this model to be installed between (2) 8” steel I-beams
(W8 x 13).
Total length determined by local codes, customer preferred mounting
height, and scoreboard options. Concrete Footer depth /diameter as
well as pole/concrete specifications must be based on customer’s local
building codes, soil conditions, and wind loads. Flat Stock mounting
brackets and bolts are supplied.
Support structure and mounting hardware supplied by installer/others.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
8’ L x 4’ W x 8” D - shipped in one (1) section
WEIGHT
Hanging weight = approximately 150 lbs
Shipping weight = approximately 180 lbs
POWER REQUIREMENTS
SCOREBOARD
(1) 20-amp, 120-volt, 60-hertz, grounded AC circuit, disconnect switch at the scoreboard is
recommended. Specific power requirement information is also marked on the scoreboard’s serial
number label, located on the scoreboard. Power consumption is 72 watts.
LCD WIRELESS KE YBOARD CONTROLLER
(1) 12-volt adaptor in a standard 120V outlet to charge the controller
NOTE: To maintain the life of the LCD controller, in between games or seasons, store the keyboard in
a place where you can keep the adapter plugged in year-round, helping regulate the battery voltage.

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The scoreboard should be positioned so that the greatest number of
spectators can easily view it. Also, consider the best orientation of the
scoreboard should the system be used to score a daytime or afternoon
game. The scoreboard should be positioned so that sunlight does not glare
off its face.
In the U.S., placement on the South or West side of the field is
recommended. Consult with the local building or zoning department
before final determination and installing the scoreboard.
DETERMINING LOCATION & ORIENTATION

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INSTALLING MOUNTING POLES OR I-BEAMS
The followin g information for ins tallin g the mounting poles/
beams a re suggestions only. Local c odes, field pla cement,
scoreboard options, c ustomer preference, and other special
conside rations will determine the specific s of your installation,
including footer specific ations, ab ove ground height, and total
length of the poles/I-beams
Consult with local building officials for the required pole sizes
and footer construction regarding this installation. A local
architect, structural engineer, or sign installer may also be a
source of assistance.
1 /
Install the two (2) mounting poles/I-beams (supplied by the
customer) on the field with a recommended column spacing of
4-8’ apart and with a recommended 14’-6” of pole/I-beam above
ground (refer to the figures below).
Remember: Keep boom and lin es away from power lin es to
avoid sh ock or ele ctrical bu rn
2 /
The poles / I-beams must be set into concrete footers. Make sure
the poles are level and plumb and spaced on recommended 4’
centers. The mounting faces of poles/I-beams must be straight
with each other.
NOTE: IF THE POLES/I-BEAMS ARE NOT IN ALIGNMENT — SHIMS MAY
BE NEEDED TO MOUNT THE SCOREBOARD PROPERLY. MOUNTING THE
SCOREBOARD WITH THE POLES/I-BEAMS OUT OF ALIGNMENT MAY
DAMAGE THE SCOREBOARD AND VOID THE WARRANTY.
RE-USING OLD COLUMNS
If you plan to re-use old columns to install your scoreboard,
please take measurements of your columns and call technical
support at 800-411-3136 to discuss further instructions.
NOTE: The location of the disconnect switch after
installation shall comply with Article 600 of the
National Electric Code.
I - BEAM
PIPE
4’ @ Centerline
4’ @ Centerline
14’ - 6” To Top
of Beam/Pole
With No Sponsor
Panels
Depth
Determined by
Local Codes
4’
8’
2’
4’
6’
4’
10’
Depth
Determined by
Local Codes

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IMPORTANT:
IF YOU DECIDE TO MOUNT THE SCOREBOARD TO
A WALL, A MINIMUM OF 12” CLEARANCE MUST BE
MAINTAINED FOR ACCESS TO THE POWER ON THE
BACK OF THE SCOREBOARD CABINET.
NOTE: Choosing to mount the scoreboard to a wall may
make servicing the scoreboard more dicult
MOUNTING THE SCOREBOARD
1 /
Using provided hardware,
bolt the flat stock mounting
brackets to the inside back
U-channel on the scoreboard.
2 /
Using the lift holes provided
in the flat stock mounting
brackets, connect a lift device
to the scoreboard. Lift the
scoreboard into place to the
desired height, ensuring that
the scoreboard is level.
2-1/2” X 18” X 5/16”
FLAT STOCK

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3 /
Secure the scoreboard to the
beams using the flat stock
mounting brackets attached
to the scoreboard. The unit
must be attached to each
beam on top and bottom.
4 /
If using steel I-beams, either
weld the mounting flanges
to the supports, or drill the
mounting flanges and
supports to use bolts,
washers, and nuts to
secure the scoreboard to the
I-beams. Refer to the figure
for detailed illustrations of
this mounting method.
TOP OF SCOREBOARD
Mounting Flat Stock Mounting Flat Stock
3/8” x 1 1/2” Bolts 3/8” x 1 1/2” Bolts
5 /
If a sponsor panel was
purchased, refer to page 13
for install instructions. If any
other options were purchased,
refer to their specific
installation instructions.

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INSTALLING SPONSOR PANELS
NOTE:
DETERMINE NUMBER OF SPONSOR PANELS
BEING INSTALLED AND THEIR LOCATION.
(3) Mounting Brackets
(6) 3/8-16 x 3/4” B olts
(12) M3/8” F lat Washers
(6) 3/8-16 Hex Nut s
(9) #8 x 1/2” S elf Tap
Screws
(1) 21” x 8’ P anel

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1 /
Before the sponsor panel is
lifted into place, attach the
mounting brackets to the
edge that will be away from
the scoreboard, using the
supplied hardware. Each
panel is pre-drilled for the
hardware. The brackets fit
inside the flange of the panel.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the
finish o n the sponsor panel,
a fla t washer sh ould b e used
under each bolt and nut (See
Figure 1)
2 /
Lift the sponsor panel into
place with the panel resting
on top of the scoreboard for
top- mounted installations
or against the bottom of
the scoreboard for bottom-
mounted installations. The
face of the panel should be
flat against the scoreboard’s
front flange (See Figure 1)
3 /
Using the supplied hardware
attach the mounting brackets
to the scoreboard’s back
flange (See Figu re 1)
4 /
Install self tap screws through
the scoreboard’s front flange
and into the sponsor panel
face, spaced evenly.
NOTE: To avoid damanging
boarder striping please drill
approxim ately 1 in ch from
the edge of scoreboard’s
flange.
Self Tapping Screw
Sponsor Panel Face
Scoreboard Flange (1.5”)
Scoreboard Front
Top of Scoreboard
MOUNTING
3/8” FLAT
3/8-18 HEX
3/8-16 X 3/4”

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AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE, HAVE
THE INSTALLER TEST THE SCOREBOARD BY
FOLLOWING THE STEPS BELOW:
TESTING THE INSTALLED SYSTEM
Please refer to the OPERATORS MANUAL for startup instructions.
1 /
While holding down the
OPTIONS button, turn the
wireless controller on
2 /
The screen will display
“Select Diag Mode.” Press
the down arrow once to
scroll to “Digit Test.” Press
ENTER.
3 /
The screen will display
“Segment Test” and
“Segments Off”. Press
the down arrow once to
display “Segments On”.
When all segments are on,
all digits should display
“8”
4 /
Press the down arrow
again to display “Digits
Count”. All digits should
continuously count from
0-9
5 /
If all digits turn on and
count, the installer can
then turn off the wireless
controller.
Congratula tions!
You’ve successfully installe d your
Varsity Scoreboard!
If any problems arise, please have the installer call Varsity Scoreboards Customer Service at 800-411-3136 while the installer is still
present at the scoreboard.