BLADE M LED DISPLAY SYSTEM
INSTALLATION MANUAL
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3. Controller (Mechanical
Installation)
One Controller is capable of supporting a single-
sided or dual-sided sign.
The Controller needs to be placed within reach
of the input cable axed to the rst LED Panel(s)
it will be connected to. Do not mount within the
client’s building. It can be mounted behind the
Panels or outside the Frame system.
This rst Panel connection should be in one of
the four corners, though the exact connection
is unimportant as LED Panel conguration is
dened after mechanical integration.
The Controller has four mounting tabs for
mounting.
The Controller contains power supplies,
processors and memory devices which are
sensitive to heat. The Controller should
remain protected from direct sunlight to avoid
heat related issues and extend the life of the
Controller. It is the installer’s responsibility to
install adequate ventilation to keep the space
from exceeding the tempurature rating of the
controller, 60 °C (140°F).
The RJ45 connection is provided to connect
the sign via direct Ethernet to a router or other
network connection, enabling communication
with the sign from any other network connected
device.
Alternatively, the Controller has two black
WiFi antennas to connect wirelessly with the
provided EnGenius access point (see page 14).
If using the EnGenius, gently screw the wi
antennas (and extender cables if needed) into
their corresponding ports on the controller. Do
not force them into place as it can break the
water-tight seal on the port.
Should the Controller be mounted within a
thick structure (brick, .08 inch aluminum...) or
between the Panels, it is advised to use the
included extender cable for the Wi-Fi antenna
(only if the display will be connecting via the
EnGenius).
Avoid sharply bending or kinking the power
cord from the Controller as it puts stress on the
internal wiring and will eventually destroy the
product.
The Controller should be mounted with the
ports to the left, as indicated with the “This Side
Up” sticker on the front of the controller. Make
sure all unused ports are covered to prevent
water damage.
POWER
Output
Port A
Output
Port B
RJ45
PC LAN
WIFI
ANTENNAS
