Daktronics LARGE MATRIX GALAXY GS6 Series Installation guide

Brand: Daktronics

Model: LARGE MATRIX GALAXY GS6 Series

Type: Installation guide

Daktronics LARGE MATRIX GALAXY GS6 Series offers stunning visual experiences with its cutting-edge technology. Designed for large-scale applications, it excels in delivering vibrant colors, sharp images, and captivating content. Its versatility allows for various configurations, including single displays or massive video walls, making it ideal for stadiums, arenas, and corporate environments. With its user-friendly interface and robust construction, the GS6 Series empowers you to engage audiences, enhance branding, and create unforgettable impressions.

Large Matrix Galaxy® GS6 and GT6X Series

Installation Quick Guide

DD3125329

Rev 03

11 January 2022

201 Daktronics Drive

Brookings, SD 57006-5128

www.daktronics.com/support

800.325.8766

Page 1 of 3

Mount Display

For Multi-Section Displays – See Section Splice

Instructions (p.3).

1. Lift the display into position on support

structure. Refer to label at lift eyes for

information.

• Maintain a 55-degree or greater angle

between display and lift straps.

• Do not adjust or remove lift eyes.

• Do not lift display in wind speeds greater

than 20 mph.

2. Weld or bolt ALL T-clips to support structure.

Note: T-clips can be adjusted within the

guidelines specied on the Shop

Drawing.

Angle must be

greater than 55°

Connect Power

Note: GT6X displays have multiple power

entrances depending upon the display

length.

1. Route conduit from the main distribution

panel/disconnect to each display power

entrance. In GT6X displays, each display

section has a power entrance and requires a

dedicated circuit

2. Remove the four screws that attach the power

entrance access door.

3. Connect conduit to the 1 1/4″ Myers hub at the

left of the power entrance box.

4. Feed power cable from the conduit into the

power entrance box.

5. Connect primary power lines to appropriate

taps in enclosure – refer to label on enclosure

for wiring diagram.

6. Reinstall power entrance cover.

Large Matrix Galaxy® GS6 and GT6X Series

Installation Quick Guide

DD3125329

Rev 03

11 January 2022

201 Daktronics Drive

Brookings, SD 57006-5128

www.daktronics.com/support

800.325.8766

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7. Connect grounding electrode to ground lug

on each section.

External Cable Installation

Refer to label on back of display for cable routing.

1. Install ber quick-connect cables between

display sections when applicable.

2. Install ber quick-connect cable between

Primary and Mirror display faces when

applicable.

Note: Remove protective cap from cables.

Communications Installation

Mount display communications enclosure (wire

Ethernet, ber Ethernet or radio) according to

guidelines in communications manual.

1. Route quick-connect cables from enclosure to

Primary display quick connect.

2. Connect cables to quick-connect on back of

display.

Make interior connections to customer's network or

directly to control computer.

Turn Display On

1. Turn on power to the display.

2. Observe boot sequence shown on the display

to get the IP Address or DHCP name. The boot

time lasts about three minutes.

Displays are set to DHCP from the factory. If a

static IP address is required, contact the Daktronics

Help Desk at 800-325-8766.

First-Time Venus Login

Logging In - Daktronics Hosted Server

1. Navigate to https://venus.daktronics.com

using a web browser such as Internet Explorer

version 11 or later or Chrome.

2. Enter the user name and password into the

Email and Password text boxes.

Large Matrix Galaxy® GS6 and GT6X Series

Installation Quick Guide

DD3125329

Rev 03

11 January 2022

201 Daktronics Drive

Brookings, SD 57006-5128

www.daktronics.com/support

800.325.8766

Page 3 of 3

3. Change the password in the Update Password

text boxes.

4. Update the account information in the User

Information and Additional Information

sections.

Navigate to https://ComputerName:44300

(entering the actual computer name for

ComputerName).

Venus Assistance

For further assistance, contact Daktronics

Customer Service.

• U.S. and Canada: 1-800-DAKTRON (1-800-325-

8766)

• Outside the U.S. and Canada: +1-605-697-4000

Online

• http://www.daktronics.com

Section Splice Instructions

Due to size, some displays ship in multiple sections.

A sectional display consists of multiple sections to

form a single display face.

Section splicing can be completed at ground level

if the display is no more than two sections tall.

1. Ensure splice key is in channel on bottom

section.

Top

Section

Bottom

Section

Splice

Key

Splice Channel

2. Attach crane to top section.

3. Unbolt top section from truck.

4. Lift top section and spin 180 degrees.

5. Lower top section until splice key engages.

6. Use splice wrench to draw sections together.

7. Connect splice plates and splice T-clips to both

sections.

8. Tighten all nuts on all splice plates and splice

T-clips.

9. Refer to Step 1 in Mount Display (p.1).

Top

Section

Bottom

Section

Splice

Plate

Bolt

Nut

Washer

Display Face

Bottom

Section

Top

Section

Daktronics LARGE MATRIX GALAXY GS6 Series Installation guide

Daktronics LARGE MATRIX GALAXY GS6 Series Installation guide

Daktronics LARGE MATRIX GALAXY GS6 Series Installation guide

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