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Walk-In DMS — Vanguard® VF-2000 Series

Reliable Systems, Simple Maintenance, Sound Investment

Reliability. A safer, easily maintainable walk-in DMS such as the VF-2000 increases your return on investment. Daktronics quality engineering and customer service reduces downtime, providing vital information to every passing traveler.

Features
Specifications
Control
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Features


Walk-In Access:

Eliminates lane closures and provides a safe working environment.


Ease of Maintenance:

Reduce maintenance time. Eliminate bending over, crouching, or navigating protruding metal bars. All wires and components are organized.


High Legibility:

A tough aluminum mask allows superior contrast and minimal glare, and a polycarbonate sheet protects all pixels.


Full Monitoring Capability:

Complete diagnostics, including pixel and system conditions monitoring.


Broad Range of Standard Models:

See the Vanguard VF-2000 Technical Documents page for the most popular model sizes.


Environmental Control:

Forced air ventilation system for continuous cooling, increasing DMS longevity.


Color Capability:

Amber or full color (more than 32,000 colors)


Sign Controller:

VFC-3000 on-board controller simplifies maintenance and control.


Meets Industry Standards:

NEMA TS 4, AASHTO, ANSI/AWS D1.2-97 Structural Welding Code, UL, FCC, and NEC


Specifications


NTCIP v2 Compliant:

Both amber and full-color DMS compliant with NTCIP v2


Viewing Angle Options:

15 or 30 degree viewing angle


Pixel Spacing:

66 mm for optimal character height and viewing angles


Redundant Power Supplies:

Provide uninterrupted operation


Anytime Legibility:

Automatic dimming 0-100%


Intense LEDs:

9,200 cd/m2 minimum sign intensity using latest AllnGaP LED technology


Humidity Range:

0 to 99%, non-condensing

Cabinet Dimensions:

7' 11" x 18' 3" x 4' 0" to 9' 10" x 29' 1" x 4' 1"


Rows & Columns:

27 x 75 to 36 x 125, full matrix or line matrix


Sign weight:

2,550 to 4,900 lbs.


Power Usage:

120/240 VAC


Operating Temperature:

-40º F to +140º F (-40º C to +60º C)


Communication Options:

Dial-up, cellular, fiber, Ethernet, direct, and radio


Visit the VF-2000 Technical Documents web page to download a selection of spec sheets, shop drawings, and design specifications.

Contact Transportation Sales for more information:
tel: Sales 888-DAK-TRANS (888-325-8726) or 605-697-4061
email: transportation@daktronics.com

Control


Software:

Vanguard v3 Control Software (optional)
Visit the v3 web page to learn more about the optional NTCIP compliant software.


Hardware:

VFC-3000 Controller (standard)
Learn more by visiting the VFC-3000 web page.

Auxiliary Control Panel (optional)
Learn more by visiting the Vanguard Auxiliary Control Panel web page.

Vanguard Equipment Cabinet (optional)
Learn more by visiting the Vanguard Equipment Cabinet web page.


Visit the ITS Software & Controllers web page to learn more about DMS control systems.

Contact Daktronics Transportation for more information about Vanguard® control systems.
tel: Sales 888-DAK-TRANS (888-325-8726) or 605-697-4061
email: transportation@daktronics.com

Support


Support Near You:

Certified technical service specialists provide industry-acclaimed local support from nationwide Sales and Services offices


On-site Support:

Daktronics technicians provide on-site service, installation support, and testing


Extended Service:

Tiered extended service levels available to best fit your project requirements


Toll-free Help Desk:

Phone support from experienced help desk professionals. For help call Transportation Support at 800.325.8766


Repair Center:

An established parts repair center at Daktronics World Headquarters Brookings, S.D.


Parts Replacement:

A $2.5 million plus inventory of spare parts ready for quick shipment


 Guides & Lit

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Visit the VF-2000 Technical Documents web page to download a selection of spec sheets, shop drawings, and design specifications.

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