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Installation Manual for New or Retrofit Installations

Release Date: 24-August-2015

Able Applied Technologies LTD.

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conditions under which this product is installed, the instruction manual is merely a guideline.

The installation of this product will be dependent upon numerous conditions, including the conditions

of the mounting surface, the degree of skill of the installers, the weather and other factors. There can be

no assurance that this instruction manual will be applicable in all instances. You must assess the

the product was purchased from if a discrepancy is discovered.

listed on the packing slip are included. Immediately contact the company

3. Carefully review the contents of the shipment to verify all components

No part of this publication may be reproduced in any way without prior agreement and written

permission of AAT USA LLC.

AAT USA LLC. disclaims any and all responsibility for use of information contained herein by readers

specific information provided in this publication.

patents or other rights of third parties which would result. Local building codes supersede all design

and users, and any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which would result. Local

READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING

BEFORE YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLY

carrier if damage is discovered.

information regarding permits, regulations, and restrictions that may

apply to this installation.

does not, by distribution or publication of this bulletin make any representations or warranties with respect

of this bulletin make any representations or warranties with respect to the information included in this

bulletin and disclaims all liability (including AAT USA LCC negligence) with respect to the reliance on such

information by anyone.

Every effort has been made to supply complete and accurate information. However, AAT USA LLC.

DISCLAIMER

1. Inspect all components for shipping damage. Immediately contact your

2. Contact the agency that administers the local building codes for


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3. Unpacking

1. Storage

6. Priceline Display Installation

7. Communications Cabling

Table of Contents

1

2

4

7

2. Tools & Supplies Required

4. Removal of Parts from Existing Sign (Retrofit Specific) 3

5. Preparation of Sign 3

2

8. Power Supply Installation 9

Page

10. Cleaning and Maintenance 11

9. Disconnect Switch 11

11. Documentation & Registration 11


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1. Storage

Storage, Tools & Supplies, Unpacking

1.0. This product must be stored in a safe dry location until installed. During installation

cover the system with a tarp, plastic sheet or equal. Do not leave the system exposed

directly to the elements failure to comply will void warranty.

2. Tools & Supplies Required

2.0. For installation you will need wire strippers, caulk gun, silicone caulk, tape measure,

#1 phillips screw driver, flat head screw driver, deep well nut driver (5/16"&3/8"), box

cutter, hammer, prybar, box of #12x1" tek screws, cordless drill, drill bits (1/8"&3/16")

3. Unpacking

3.0. If the system was shipped in a crate depending on the fasteners used to construct the

crate use a hammer and prybar or drill with a Phillips bit to gently remove the exterior

framing of the crate.

3.1. If the system was shipped in a box use a box cutter to cut the tape on a seam between

the flaps on a box.

3.3. Remove the contents of the box or crate making sure to firmly grip the units when

handling to avoid damage caused by dropping the unit.

Wire Strippers

volt meter and driver bits (Phillips,3/16",1/4"&5/16" hex bits).

Caulk Gun

100% Silicone Caulk

Tape Measure

#1 Phillips

Screw Driver

Flat Head

Screw Driver

Deep Well Nut Drivers

Box Cutter

Hammer

Drill

Box of #12x1"

Tek Screws

Drill Bits

Phillips, 5/16", 3/16"

1/4" Hex Bits

Prybar

5/16" & 3/8"

1/8" & 3/16"

3.2. If supplied in a sign, please follow the sign manufacturers freight inspection procedure.

If there is an issue call the manufactuer to report the problem.

20k

200k

2000k

2000

200

10A

200m

20m

2000u

200u

200

750

OFF

1000

200

20

200m

2000m

DCV

ACV

DCA

10ADC

COM

Volt Meter

3.4. Locate the Registration and Installation documents and set asside in a known location

for future use.


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4. Removal of Parts from Existing Sign

Preparation of Sign

4.0. If the Electronic Price Display is not going to be retrofitted into an existing sign,

skip to step 5.

4.1. If the Electronic Price Display has already been mounted to a retrofit face with

frame from the factory, removal of the existing face and frame is required.

Remove all the screws in the existing face frame including the screws attaching

the hinge and remove the face from the sign.

Important: For ease of servicing the existing hinge needs to remain or new

replacement hinges will need added or the sign must be constructed such that it can

4.2 If the Electronic Price Display is to be mounted to an existing face. Removal of

be safely and easily serviced by one technician. Failure to comply will void warranty.

existing scrollers, older led price change unit(s) or any other obstacle preventing

the installation will need to be removed.

5. Preparation of Sign

5.0. The Electronic Price Display is intended for damp or dry location installation.

Repair and seal any unused openings in the sign (missing lifiting lugs etc.)

Openings greater than 1/2" diameter require a metal patch secured by screws

or rivets and caulked with non-hardening caulk. Smaller openings may be sealed

with non-hardening caulk.

Removal of Parts from Existing Sign

5.1. If the sign face is hinged foam tape is required on the top portion of the face frame

between the sign cabinent and face frame.

apply 1/2" closed foam tape to top edge and down the

sides of face frame leaving no gaps for water entry

5.2. If the sign face is not hinged foam tape is required on the top portion of the face

frame between the sign cabinent and face frame.

Note: One side of the sign must be hinged for servicing.

foam gasket


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6. Priceline Installation

Priceline Installation

6.0. On the back of each Priceline located on the Priceline Control Card (PCC) the

Priceline will be labeled with an alpha character followed by a number. The labeling

reflects the PCC jumper settings. There are two types of Priceline Control Cards

The alpha character depicts the grade of fuel, and the number the sign side.

Priceline's are installed with the A1 Priceline as the top grade (typically Regular)

followed by B1, C1, D1 and so on as required. The top Priceline on the opposite

side of the sign will start with A2 followed by B2, C2, D2 and so on. When planning

the installation of the Priceline make sure to locate the A1 Priceline on the side of

the sign that faces closest the store.

depending on the digit style. One is a Seven Segment the other is a Multisegment.

Seven Segment Priceline

Control Card, Part No.: 7S-PCC01

Jumpers set

to A1

Jumpers set

to A1

Multi Segment Priceline

Control Card, Part No.: MS-PCC01

Regular

Premium

Diesel

Priceline A1

Priceline B1

Priceline C1

Other side of sign

Top A2, B2, C2 Bottom

Note: This is an example the

actual sign configuration

may vary.

6.0. Priceline displays can be installed directly to the sign face using KT1003-001 fastener

kit, with angles fastened to the face frame or to the sign cabinent as shown here.


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Regular

Premium

Diesel

10x32x1 3/4" black

phillips screw

10x32 knut (with washer)

10x32x1/2 spacer

Priceline frame

plastic sign

face

Installed Directly to the Sign Face

Center the Priceline in the viewing window. Using a

3/16" drill bit drill all the mounting locations on the

priceline pre-marked with a + indented in the metal.

rubber backed washer

Part no. KT1003-001

indention

in metal

Installed with Angles Fastened to the Face Frame (Typical)

plastic face

or equal

face frame

rivet

aluminum angle

plastic face

Priceline frame

aluminum

angle

face frame

aluminum

angle

Side View

Top View

Note: alternatively angles

can be ran horizontal


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Installed with Angles Fastened to the Face Frame (Typical)

plastic face

Priceline frame

sign cabinent

vertical

aluminum

angle

sign

cabinent

vertical

aluminum

angle

vertical

aluminum

angle

Orientation and method of attachment will vary depending

on conditions.


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7. Communications Cabling

Communications Cabling

7.0. There are two communications ports on the Master (MCC). Run the communication

cable (ethernet cable) from one of the Masters communications ports to the Priceline

Control Card communications port on Priceline A1 then from A1 to B1 and so on.

Run cabling from the Masters other communications port to the Priceline Control

Card communications port on Priceline A2 then from A2 to B2 and so on.

Priceline A1

Priceline B1

Priceline C1

2. This example shows the Multisegment Priceline Control Card (PCC).

same position on the right side of the printed circuit board.

1. This is an example the actual sign configuration may vary.

Note:

The Seven Segment PCC has the same communications ports located in the

same position on the right side of the printed circuit board.

3. This example showing the Master Control Card 2 (MCC2).

The Master Control Card 1 has the same communications ports located in the

MCC2

To Side 2 of Sign (see next page)

PCC

drip loop

drip loop

Antenna & Photo Eye

communication

cable

Side 1 of Sign

Make sure when routing the cable to create a drip loop as shown.

PCC

PCC


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communication

cable

Priceline A2

Priceline B2

Priceline C2

PCC

From Master Control Card Side 1 of Sign

PCC

drip loop

drip loop

communication

cable

Side 2 of Sign


Continued from page 7....... Side 2 of Sign

Communications Cabling

PCC


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8. Power Supply Installation

Power Supply Installation

8.0. Pricelines are to be powered using UL

and Amber pricelines are powered with

pricelines are powered with 19VDC power

8.1. Install the power supplies on the bottom of the sign no closer than 2" from the sides.

2" Minimum

Tek Screws

one fastener required

inside junction box

Sign Cabinent

Run the wires up along the side and to the top of the sign and fasten in place using the

plastic retainers, screws and wire ties provided in the Priceline Installation Kit.

Using a 1/8"drill bit, drill a hole through an interior flange or cover.

Do not drill through the exterior of the sign. Remove the tape

from the back of the retainer, position the retainer over the

hole and secure with a 3/8" self threading screw.

power

cable

Plan your installation to insure the wires will reach the Priceline its intended to power.

retainer & wire tie

position as required

Height

Red / Amber Green

Max Amperage

2.2

1.9

1.4

2.1

2.7

3.6

Digit

6"

8"

12"

16"

18"

24"

2.2

2.7

3.5

3.8

5.0

1.4

@ 15VDC @ 19VDC

Important: power supply, electrical enclosures

& all electrical components must be spaced

1/2" up from the bottom of the sign.

standard 2x2x4 junction

box, 1 per power supply

assembly

15VDC power supplies Green and White

recognized class 2 power supplies. Red

supplies.

* 30"4.2 2.9

* 30" Pricelines requires 2 class 2

outputs from a power supply

* 42" Pricelines requires 4 class 2

outputs from a power supply

** 42"3.6 1.9


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8.2. Insert the power supply plug into the power jack on each Pricelines PCC.

On the A1 Priceline you will need to run power to the Master Control Card.

Power Supply Installation

Seven Segment Multi Segment

Priceline Control Card

drip loop

drip loop

drip loop


Master Control Card 1 (MCC1)Master Control Card 2 (MCC2)

Removal of cover is

required. Cover must

be reinstalled after

connection is made.

drip loop

On signs using the MCC2

power to the MCC2 and not

version of the Master Control

Card you will need to provide

The A1 PCC will be provided

power from the pre-installed

power cable running from the

MCC2 to the A1 PCC.

to the A1 PCC.

power cable

power cable

power cable

power cable

Power Jacks on the Master Control Card (MCC) and Priceline Control Card (PCC)

Priceline Control Card


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8.3. Make sure the power to the sign is turned off. Using the supplied silicone wirenuts,

wire the primary side of the power supply to the supply circuit.

Power Supply Installation, Disconnect Switch

neutral (white)

line (black)

silicone filled wirenuts

Note: Warranty is void if the

Part No.: PE1028

10. Cleaning and Maintenance

10.0. No cleaning or maintenance is required.

9. Disconnect Switch

9.0. Verify there is a disconnect switch on the sign, it is in operable condition, has

suitable electrical rating equal to or greater than the rating of all the power

consuming components in the sign including the LED Price Display, is in

accordance with the local code and NEC. If a disconnect switch is not available

one will need to be installed and must meet the pre-mentioned criteria.

11. Documentation & Registration

1.0 Upon completion of the installation fill out the registration form, locate the

supplied silicone wirenuts

are not used.

the diagnostic guide for reference then call 614-388-8866 to complete

the registration process.

Cleaning & Maintenance, Documentation & Registration

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