Santa Anita Park Adds Multiple Daktronics LED Video Displays

Three displays installed for racing events that began on Dec. 26

 
ARCADIA, CAL. – Jan. 23, 2012 – Daktronics (Nasdaq-DAKT) has provided Santa Anita Park with three new large screen LED video displays to help enhance the overall experience of patrons attending races and other special events held at the venue for the winter racing season that began on Dec. 26. 

“The response from our fans has been overwhelmingly positive,” said Santa Anita President George Haines. “We are continually striving to improve the on-track experience and these boards are an integral part of our presentation.”

Daktronics, a leading designer and manufacturer of LED displays and programmable display systems, provided the new infield video display that measures approximately 30 feet tall by 52 feet wide. The main display incorporates full-color LED pixels on 20 millimeter spacing and is primarily used to provide attendees with live video of the racing action.

The infield display is accompanied by two other video displays, each with 10 millimeter spacing, that are positioned on the walking ring during racing events. Both screens measure approximately 8 feet tall by 15 feet wide. These two displays provide patrons a view of the races and odds while away from their seats, and can be moved to the infield for special events if necessary.

All three displays are part of the new DVX LED video line from Daktronics that incorporate higher contrast, greater viewing angles, an advanced cooling system, intelligent device management and even more robust protection from the elements. All three displays are fully capable of showing live video, odds and data in real time, and animation.

“It has been great to partner with Santa Anita Park to provide new Daktronics displays that will undoubtedly enhance the atmosphere at their race track,” said Bo Ivers, Daktronics Mobile and Modular Sales Representative. “We’ve enjoyed working with all the people involved at Santa Anita and are anxious to see their new displays in action.” 

About Santa Anita Park

Santa Anita Park is a thoroughbred racetrack in Arcadia, Calif. It offers prominent racing events including the Santa Anita Derby and the Santa Anita Handicap. The track includes the vibrant backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains and is considered one of the most beautiful racetracks in the world. For more information visit SantaAnita.com.