LED Array Series Indoor Display Owner’s Manual
General Description
The LEDArray Series Indoor displays are LED message centers designed for light industrial, commercial and office use. They quickly display large amounts of information in 8 colors and 3 rainbow effects (red only versions are also available). These message centers are among the brightest and sharpest indoor displays available.
Messages are entered through a wireless, remote control keyboard, as easy to understand and use as an ordinary calculator. Exclusive 3-step message entry with Automode programming eliminates the need to learn complicated programming procedures. Within seconds, the user can create exciting visual messages that cannot be ignored. 10 preset mass notification messages are provided.
In applications requiring multiple units to communicate important information, Alpha displays can be networked and connected to a PC, to form a powerful integrated visual information system throughout your plant or business facility, or the LED Contact Interface Panel can be used for Fire Alarm or Manual type activation.
LEDArray Specifications – L.E.D. Mass Notification System
| Sizes | LEDArray |
| Case Dimensions: (With power supply) | 28.9″L x 2.1″D x 4.5″H (73.4 cmL x 5.3 cmD x 11.4 cmH) |
| Approximate Weight: | 6.25 lbs (2.13 kg.) |
| Display Dimensions: | 27″L x 2.1″H (68.6 cmL x 5.3 cmH) |
| Display Array: | 90 x 7 pixels |
| Characters Displayed in one-line (minimum | 15 characters |
| Display Memory: | 7,000 characters |
| Pixel Size (Diam | 0.2″ (.05 |
| Pixel (LED)Color | Red |
| Center-to-Center Pixel Spacing (Pitch): | 0.3″ (0.8 cm) |
| Character Size: | 2.1″ (4.3 cm) |
| Character Se | Block (sans serif), decorative (serif), upper/lower case,, slim/wide |
| Memory Retention: | One month t |
| Message Capacity: | 81 different messages can be stored and displayed |
| Message Operating Modes: |
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| Built-in Animations: | Cherry Bomb Exploding, Don’t Drink and Drive, Fireworks, Slot Machine, No Smoking, Running Animal, Moving Auto, Welcome and Than |
| Real-Time Clock: | Date and time, 12 or 24 hour format, maintains accurate time without power for up to 30 days typica |
| Serial Computer Interface: | RS232 and RS485 (multi-drop networking for up to 255 displays) Options:Ethernet LAN adapter |
| Power: | Input: 5A, 35W, 7 VAC 120 VAC OR 230 VAC adapter available |
| Power Cord Length: | 10 Ft. (3m) |
| Keyboard: | Handheld, Eurostyle, IR remote operated |
| Case Material: | Molded plas |
| Limited Warranty: | One-year parts and labor, factory servicing |
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| Operating Temperature: | 32°to 120°F, 0°to 49°C |
| Humidity Range | 0% to 95% non-cond |
| Mount | Hardware to accommodate ceiling or wall mounting |
LEDArray Mounting Instructions
| Model (weight) | Mounting Instr | ||
| Wall | Wall Ceiling | Coun | |
| PPD (1 lb 5 oz, 595.35 g) |  |
The mounting bracket and screws are included.
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The mounting bracket and scr |
| LEDArray (6.25 lb, 2.83 kg) |  A mounting kit (pn 1040-9005) can be used to mount the sign on a wall, ceiling, or counter. (The kit contains brackets that attach to the end of the sign and can swivel.) |
The flip-up ceiling mounts will come out if the sign is turned over
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The sign will stand up if placed on a counter. However, for greater stability, use a mounting kit (pn 1040-9005). |
| MegaDot (12.25 lbs, 5.6 kg) |
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Using the mounting kit (pn 1038-9003) and a chain (not supplied in the kit), mount the sign from the ceiling as show
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The sign will stand up if placed on a counter. However, for greater stability, use the mounting kit (pn 1038-9003):
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| P/N | DESCRIPTION | |
| A | — | Ferrite: Insert the end of the 4-conductor data cable (B) with the ferrite core into the RJ11 port on the electronic display – the ferrite core must be closer to the electronic display than it is to the modular network adapte |
| B | 1088-8624 | RS485 2.5m cable |
| 1088-8636 | RS485 0.3m cable | |
| C | 4331-0602 | Modular Network Adapt |
| D | 1088-8002 | RS485 (300m) bulk, used to connect a modular network adapter to a convertor box or to another modular network adapter. |
| E | 1088-1111 | RS232/RS485 convertor box |
BEFORE MOUNTING A SIGN, REMOVE POWER FROM THE SIGN!
 WARNING |
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Hazardous voltage. Contact with high voltage may cause death or serious injury. Always disconnect power to sign prior to servicing. |
NOTE: LEDArray signs are for indoor use only and should not be continuously exposed to direct sunlight.
NOTE: Mounting hardware that is used to hang or suspend a sign must be able of supporting at least 4 times the weight of the sign.
The ALPHA Discrete Input Interface allows messages to be displayed on standard LEDArray electronic signby using simple on/off contacts to trigger messages that have been stored in a sign. The ALPHA Discrete Input Interface is designed for low-voltage applications.
Messages to be displayed are stored in a sign usin’
- Infrared handheld remote control
- Adaptive software such as ALPHA Messaging software
The ALPHA Discrete Input Interface consists of two types of modules which are connected together order:
- CPU / Input Module — serves as an interface between the Input Modules and LEDArray signs. Up to four Input modules can be used, depending on the Operating Mode used. The eight, dry contact inputs of each Input Module can be configured to one of five possible Operating Modes:
- Mode Ø: Discrete Fixed
- Mode 1: Momentary Triggered
- Mode 2: Binary Coded Decimal (BCD)
- Mode 3: Binary
- Mode 4: Counter
- Power Module — supplies power to the CPU Module / Input Modules
Figure 1
(see component descriptions on other side)
CONNECTIONS TO NETWORK ADAPTER
- Red (-) Differential: Connect to YL (Yellow Terminal)
- Black (+) Differential: Connect to BK (Black Terminal)
- Drain Wire (Shield): Connect to RD (Red Terminal)
These modules are installed in a 12”x12”x4” deep box with a hinged door and cam lock to prevent unauthorized access. The inputs to the modules are pre-wired to terminal blocks for easy installation. A pair of wires from your dry contact(s) is all that is needed to activate the associated messages(s). The messages are pre-programed but can easily be changed with a hand-held remote or laptop computer.
Operating Modes
NOTE: Only one Operating Mode can be used at a time. For example, if three Input Modules were connected together, all three modules would have to use the same Operat
Discrete Fixed (Mode Ø)
| Description: | When an input (IØ – I7) is high, the associated sign message is displayed. It is possible to have several messages running simultaneously on a sign. |
| Module configuration: (modules can be connected in any order) | 
Input Modul internal jumper settings: AØ = Ø A1 = Ø A2 = Ø AØ = 1 A1 = Ø A2 = 1 Input Module Input Module Input Module Input Module CPU Module AØ = Ø A1 = 1 A2 = 1 AØ = 1 A1 = 1 A2 = |
| Maximum no. of messages: | 32 |
| Maximum no. of inputs: | 32 (8 inputs per module x 4 Input Modules connected |
| Sinking (NPN) circuit: |  |
NOTE: All Input Modules are internally fused. Also, the Power Module is internally fused.
NOTE: Wire the modules according to local electrical code.
Connecting Using RS-485 Network
Networking one or more signs (sh
NOTE: When signs are networked to the CPU Module, all the signs must be the same model when ALPHA Messaging software is used.
- Connect RED wire from RS485 cable to YL screw.
- Connect BLACK wire from RS485 cable to BK screw.
- Connect SHIELD wire from RS485 cable to RD screw if the sign is a Series 4ØØØ or Series 7ØØØ. Otherwise, connect the two SHIELD wires to each other, but not to the RD screw.
Mass Notification Signs Connecting using RS-485 Network
Use a twisted pair, 22awg with common shield.
Use modular adapter for network wiring. Connect to sign with RJ-11 cable.
Enclosures
Documents / Resources
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LED LED Array Series Indoor Display [pdf] Owner's Manual LED Array Series Indoor Display, LED Array Series, Indoor Display, Display |
