MP-375-TK FOOTBALL SCOREBOARD SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL: The MP-375-TK FOOTBALL scoreboard displays HOME and VISITOR scores to 99, TIME to 99 minutes with 0.1 second timing, BALL ON, YDS. TO GO, DOWN, QTR, TIME-OUTS, and Possession indicators. This ETL listed scoreboard is remotely operated from one control console via a dedicated control cable.

DIMENSIONS: MP-375-TK:32’ L x 10’ H x 6” D (two sections which measure 32’ L x 5’ H x 6” D), optional top sponsor panel: 32’ L x 33” H x 6” D (two sections which measure 16’ L x 33” H x 6” D)

WEIGHT: MP-375-TK:920 lbs (The top section weighs 500 lbs, the bottom section weighs 420 lbs), optional top sponsor panel: 240 lbs (two sections which weigh 120 lbs each)

SCOREBOARD CONSTRUCTION: The MP-375-TK consists of two sections. Mounting hardware is included.

LAMP BANKS: A 4 x 7 matrix of lamps forms each 24” digit. Each possession indicator is formed in the shape of a football. The scoreboard uses 15 watt 125 VAC frosted medium based appliance lamps. Recessed aluminum reflectors provide a crisp separation between each lamp. Expanded metal screens protect the lamps.

POWER REQUIREMENTS: Scoreboard - 120 VAC, 45 A, 60 Hz, 5400 watts, (60 A service recommended). Control Console - 120 VAC, 0.5 A, 60 Hz

SCOREBOARD ELECTRONICS: 100% solid state fully enclosed within 4 plug in modules.

CONTROL CONSOLE: The microprocessor control console is constructed of a rugged plastic housing with a metal back plate. It features a lithium cell battery backup to retain game information, a 37 key sealed membrane keypad, and a LCD display of game information.

CONTROL CABLE: The cable has two 22 AWG stranded copper conductors with semi-rigid PVC insulation. It also has a braided shield and a foil shield. The polyethylene jacket is rated at 300 volts. The cable is direct burial rated and measures approximately ¼” in diameter. One length is required to run from the scoreboard to the point of operation.

JUNCTION BOX: A 4 ¼” x 2 ¼” x 2” junction box with a stereo jack mounted on the face plate is provided.

WARRANTY: Five year limited warranty.

SCOREBOARD INSTALLATION

Installation of the MP-375-TK Scoreboard consists of positioning the posts, mounting the scoreboard on the posts, and making the proper electrical connections.

Items not provided by Electro-Mech Scoreboard Company which are necessary for installation:

• 6 inch steel posts or I-beams
• Power cable to connect the scoreboard to your power source
• Grounding hardware

While Electro-Mech Scoreboard Company does not perform installations, we will make every effort to answer your installation questions. Installation should be performed by qualified personnel. Consult national and local codes before installation.

POSITIONING THE POSTS

The scoreboard is designed to be mounted on four 6 inch posts. The mounting hardware will accommodate posts up to 7 inches outer diameter. We recommend that the posts are sunk in reinforced concrete footings. Figure 1 shows the spacing of the posts for a MP- 375-TK. It suggests one possible installation for a MP-375-TK in silty sand soil. The dimensions of the concrete footings are not intended to be specifications. The specifications are dependent upon the expected local wind and soil conditions, the height of the scoreboard from the ground, and the local building codes. Electro-Mech Scoreboard Company assumes no responsibility for the installation of scoreboards by others.

Figure 2 shows the spacing of the posts for a MP-375-TK with a top sponsor panel.

MOUNTING THE SCOREBOARD

Each section of the scoreboard is attached to the posts at four points. Figure 3 shows the location of the mounting points on the rear of the scoreboard.

Eight sets of mounting hardware are provided to attach the MP-375-TK at these points (additional sets are provided for the optional sponsor panel). A mounting hardware set consists of an aluminum angle bracket, two threaded rods, two washers, and two nuts. Figure 4 shows an overhead cross section view and a side cross section view of the scoreboard attached to a post at a mounting point. A steel bracket is riveted to the scoreboard’s aluminum extrusion frame. The bracket has two tapped holes. The threaded rods screw into these tapped holes. The washers and nuts are used to clamp the aluminum angle bracket against the steel post and hold the scoreboard in place.

The following steps describe how to mount the scoreboard on the posts:

1.Place the upper section of the scoreboard against the posts on the ground. Make sure the mounting points are aligned with the posts. 2.Screw the threaded rods into the tapped holes in the scoreboard. 3.Place an aluminum angle bracket over the threaded rods at a mounting point. 4.Place a washer over each threaded rod. 5.Screw the nuts onto the threaded rods so that the bracket is loosely held in place. 6.Repeat steps 4 -6 at the other mounting points. 7.Raise the section into place and tighten the nuts to clamp it in place on the posts. 8.Place the lower section of the scoreboard against the posts on the ground. Make sure the mounting points are aligned with the posts. 9.Attach the mounting hardware by the same method as the upper section. 10.Raise the lower section to a few inches below the top section. 11.There is a cable with a 15 pin plug which is accessible through an opening in the top of the lower section frame. Plug this cable into the 15 pin socket which is accessible through an opening in the bottom of the top section frame. 12.Raise the lower section to the bottom of the upper section and tighten the nuts to clamp it in place on the posts.

Note: The optional top sponsor panel is attached in the same manner as the scoreboard sections.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

We recommend a qualified electrician perform the needed electrical connections to ensure proper operation of your scoreboard. These connections include grounding the scoreboard, connecting the scoreboard to a power source, installing the horn, installing the control cable, and connecting the control console.

Ground Connection The National Electrical Code requires a scoreboard (electric sign) to be grounded. Grounding the scoreboard helps the scoreboard electronics operate properly and helps minimize damage if it is struck by lightning. Metal posts do not provide an adequate ground path when they are placed in concrete. One method of grounding is to connect both sections of the scoreboard to one or more grounding rods which are driven into the ground near the scoreboard via a large gauge copper wire. The self tapping sheet metal screws on the back of the scoreboard cabinet provide a convenient connection point.

Connecting The Scoreboard To Your Power Source The scoreboard may be connected to 240 VAC single phase or 120 VAC service at the scoreboard. Maximum power consumption of Model MP-375-TK: 5400 Watts. Make sure that the power cables are rated for this electrical load. Electro-Mech Scoreboard Company recommends that your power cable is installed in conduit. Avoid running your power cables in the same conduit or trench as your control cable. The following steps describe how to connect the scoreboard to your power source:

1.Remove the hex head screws which hold the upper section rear access panel in place (Figure 5).

Figure 6 shows the view behind the access panel.

2.Punch out the knockouts for the power and control cables.

3.Feed the power cables through a knockout.

4.If you are going to connect the scoreboard to a 240 VAC supply, connect one AC line wire to position 2, AC neutral wire to position 3, and the other AC line wire to position 4 of terminal strip T4 on the junction chassis according to figure 7.

Figure 7 240 VAC Connections

5.If you are going to connect the scoreboard to a 120 VAC supply, connect the AC line wire to position 2 and the AC neutral wire to position 3 of terminal strip T4 on the junction chassis. Add a jumper from position 2 to position 4. This jumper is not provided. Refer to figure 8.

Figure 8 120 VAC Connections

Electro-Mech Scoreboard Company suggests that you install a power cut-off switch and a NEMA 5-15R receptacle in a weatherproof box on the scoreboard post below the scoreboard. The cut-off switch provides a convenient way of turning the scoreboard off during maintenance or repairs. The NEMA 5-15R receptacle will allow a technician to easily plug in the control console and operate the scoreboard via the test jack S-12 (a valuable trouble-shooting aid).

Installing The Horn The horn is mounted to the top of the scoreboard. The electrical requirements for the horn are 0.35 A 120 VAC. Connect the wires from the horn to T-2 behind the upper access panel. Electro-Mech Scoreboard Company recommends that the wires are installed in conduit.

Installing The Control Cable The control cable connects the scoreboard to the control console. While the control cable is direct burial rated, Electro-Mech Scoreboard Company recommends that it is installed in conduit to protect it from being cut. A small junction box with a stereo jack mounted on the face plate is attached to the control cable at the point of operation of the scoreboard. This junction box should be securely mounted in a clean, dry area within ten feet of the rear of the control console. Most customers order the control cable with the junction box attached. Some customers prefer to attach the junction box after the cable is installed. Those customers must match their stereo jack to one of the stereo jacks in figure 9 in order to make the proper connections. These connections should be soldered.

STEREN 1/4" STEREO JACK

SWITCHCRAFT 1/4" STEREO JACK

PIN 1 - BLACK WIRE PIN 2 - RED WIRE PIN 3 - SHIELD

The following steps describe how to connect the control cable to the scoreboard:

1.At the rear of the scoreboard feed the control cable through one of the knockouts below the upper access panel. 2.Crimp fork terminals to the control cable wires and the shield. 3.Connect the control cable to terminal strip T1 (located to the left of the test jack S12) according to the diagram in figure 10.

Connecting The Control Console The control console is normally connected to the junction box via the 10 ft. extension cable. This extra length of cable allows the scoreboard operator some mobility and the ability to store the control console after the game. The extension cable has two molded stereo plugs attached to it. One end of the extension cable is plugged into the junction box stereo jack and the other end is plugged into the stereo jack mounted on the control console back plate. The control console power cord is plugged into a grounded NEMA 5-15R 120 VAC receptacle.

This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding- type plug.

SCOREBOARD OPERATION

The MP-375-TK Scoreboard is operated by the control console. No scoreboard functions will operate without connecting the control console. Figure 11 shows the keypad layout on your control console. The keypad functions are described in the text below the figure.

Control Console Key Functions

• SET CLOCK – This key sets the time displayed on the scoreboard clock. Press [SET CLOCK], the keypad numbers for the time, [ENTER]. Example: Press [SET CLOCK], [6], [0], [0], [0], [ENTER] on the control console. 60:00 will be displayed on the clock section of the scoreboard.

• SET CLOCK .1 SEC – This key is used when the clock is in the 1/10 th second mode. Press [SET CLOCK .1 SEC], the keypad numbers for the time, [ENTER]. Example:

Press [SET CLOCK .1 SEC], [5], [3], [8], [ENTER]on the control console. 53.8 will be displayed on the clock section of the scoreboard.

• .1 SEC ON OFF – This key is used to enable or disable the 1/10 th second mode on the scoreboard. This mode is enabled when the control console is turned on. If it is disabled, the LCD display on the control console will still show 1/10 th second timing, but the scoreboard will not display it. To turn this function off, press [.1 SEC ON/OFF]. The console LCD display will read:

CLOCK ON - 1 .1 SEC OFF - 0

Press [0], [ENTER]on the control console.

• CLOCK UP / DOWN – The clock can be set up to either count up or count down. The control console will reset to the clock down mode when it is turned on. To make the clock count up, press [CLOCK UP / DOWN]. The console LCD display will read:

GAME UP

• 1

CLOCK DOWN - 0

Press [0], [ENTER]on the control console. To reset the clock to count down mode, press [CLOCK UP / DOWN], [1], [ENTER]on the control console.

• DELAY OF GAME TIMER – The delay of game timer should be set prior to the start of a game. The game timer default time is 30 seconds. To change this time, press [DELAY OF GAME TIMER]. The console LCD display will read:

DELAY TIME1

<30>

Press the keypad numbers for the time, [ENTER]. The LCD display will then read:

DELAY TIME2 <05>

This will allow you to change the second reset time. To change this time, press the keypad numbers for the time, [ENTER].

• AUTO HORN – This key allows the operator to control the end of period horn and / or the time out horn. The horn normally sounds for two seconds when the clock reaches 0:00. The end of period horn can be disabled by pressing [AUTO HORN]. The console LCD display will read:

GAME PRESS <1> ON HORN PRESS <0> OFF

Press [0], [ENTER]to disable the horn. The console LCD display will then read:

T-O PRESS <1> ON HORN PRESS <0> OFF

ON OFF

The time out horn is normally disabled. To enable the horn to sound at the end of the time out, press[1], [ENTER]on the control console.

• TIME OF DAY – The time of day can be displayed on the clock section of the scoreboard. THE GAME CLOCK WILL BE INOPERABLE UNTIL THE TIME OF DAY FUNCTION IS TURNED OFF. To turn the time of day clock on, press [TIME OF DAY]. The console LCD display will read:

TIME OF ON <1> DAY CLOCK OFF <0>

ON <1> OFF <0>

Press [1], [ENTER] on the control console. The console LCD display will then read:

SET CLK <__:__>

Press the keypad numbers for the time, [ENTER]. The scoreboard will display the time of day.

• TIME OUT TIMER – To set the Time Out timer, press [TIME OUT TIMER]. The console LCD display will read:

SET T-O <__:__>

Press the keypad numbers for the time, [ENTER]. The scoreboard will not display the Time Out time.

• SET GUEST SCORE – To set the guest score, press [SET GUEST SCORE], the keypad numbers for the time, [ENTER]. EXAMPLE: To set the guest score to 53, press [SET GUEST SCORE], [5], [3], [ENTER].

• SET HOME SCORE – To set the home score, press [SET HOME SCORE], the keypad numbers for the time, [ENTER]. EXAMPLE: To set the home score to 75, press [SET HOME SCORE], [7], [5], [ENTER].
• YARDS TO GO – To set the yards to go, press [YARDS TO GO], the keypad numbers for the yards, [ENTER]. EXAMPLE: To set the yards to go to 10, press [YARDS TO GO], [1], [0], [ENTER].
• BALL ON – To display the position that the ball is located on the field, press [BALL ON], the keypad numbers for the yards, [ENTER]. EXAMPLE: To display that the ball is on the 35 yard line, press [BALL ON], [3], [5], [ENTER]
• GUEST TIME OUTS – This key decrements the Guest time outs by 1. Each team starts with four time outs. If this key is pressed when GUEST TIME OUTS displays 0, it will change to 4.
• HOME TIME OUTS – This key decrements the HOME time outs by 1. Each team starts with four time outs. If this key is pressed when HOME TIME OUTS displays 0, it will change to 4.
• DOWN – This key increments the DOWN by 1. If this key is pressed when DOWN displays 4, it will change to 0.
• GUEST SCORE +1 – This key increments the Guest score by 1.
• HOME SCORE +1 – This key increments the Home score by 1.
• NEXT POSS – This key toggles the possession indicators between guest and home.
• HORN ON/OFF – This key is used to sound the horn for ½ second.
• CLOCK ON/OFF – This key is used to start and stop the clock.
• QTR – This key increments the quarter indicator.
• NEW GAME – This key is used to reset all the scoreboard functions to their default settings. To reset the scoreboard, press [NEW GAME]. The console LCD display will read:

RESET YES <1> SCOREBOARD NO <0>

YES <1> NO <0>

Press [1], [ENTER]on the control console. The scoreboard will reset its functions.

• DIMMER – This key will dim all the scoreboard lamps.

HAND HELD CLOCK CONTROL UNIT OPERATION

The hand held clock control unit has an attached cable which is plugged into a jack on the control console back plate labeled Clock Hand held. It has one button which is used to toggle the clock on and off.

You should reset the scoreboard each time that it is turned on. Test out all the functions to ensure that the scoreboard is operating properly. Electro-Mech Scoreboard Company strongly advises that you unplug the control console and disconnect the extension cable at the control console when the scoreboard is not in use. This will protect the control console if the scoreboard or the control cable is struck by lightning.

SERVICING THE SCOREBOARD

While your scoreboard was designed for years of trouble-free operation, some problems may occasionally occur. Our trained personnel at Electro-Mech Scoreboard Company are ready to answer your questions from Monday to Friday during the hours of 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern Standard Time. Be sure to know your scoreboard model number when calling. Scoreboard replacement parts, including lamps, are always available. Electro- Mech Scoreboard Company can repair the control console and plug in modules at a significant savings when compared to the price of new units. Our convenient toll free number is listed at the bottom of every page in this manual.

Figure 12 shows the components behind the upper access panel.

The plug in module MTO-01 operates VISITOR TIME OUTS and HOME TIME OUTS. The plug in module MSF-01 operates VISITOR SCORE, HOME SCORE, 0.1 SECOND digit of the TIME, VISITOR POSSESSION, and HOME POSSSESSION. The plug in module MCT-01 operates the TIME (except the 0.1 SECOND digit), QTR., and horn.

FUSES

CONNECTION POINTS

TERMINAL STRIP FUNCTION T-1 control cable connection T-2 power cable to horn T-3 MOV (surge protection) T-4 power cable connection S-12 test jack

Figure 13 shows the components behind the lower access panel.

The plug in module MBF-01 operates DOWN, BALL ON and YDS. TO GO. T-1 is not normally used. It can be used to help troubleshoot a scoreboard which has no power to the lower section.

FUSES

CONNECTION POINTS

TERMINAL STRIP T-1

FUNCTION test power connection S-6 test jack

PLUG IN MODULE REPLACEMENT

Each module has four bottom plugs which mate with sockets in the scoreboard. A screw located at the top of the module holds it against the scoreboard cabinet. Simply remove the screw and pull the module upward to unseat the module. To avoid damage to the plug in module,always turn off the power to the scoreboard when removing or replacing it.

LAMP REPLACEMENT

Replacing lamps may be the only service you ever perform on your Electro-Mech scoreboard. The lamps are accessed by removing the protective mask covering each lamp bank. To avoid damage to the plug in module,always turn off the power to the scoreboard when changing lamps. We recommend using a felt pen or tape to mark lamps that will not light. This scoreboard uses 15 watt medium base lamps (also called 15A15 lamps). Never replace these with higher wattage lamps.

ELECTRO-MECH SCOREBOARD CO. FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OF ALL ELECTRO-MECH SCOREBOARDS ARE GUARANTEED FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE (5) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF INVOICE AGAINST DEFECTS IN WORKMANSHIP OR MATERIAL AND WILL BE REPLACED OR REPAIRED WITHOUT COST TO THE OWNER PROVIDED THE EQUIPMENT OR PARTS ARE RETURNED POSTAGE-PAID TO THE FACTORY IN WRIGHTSVILLE, GA. SHIPPING BACK TO THE OWNER WILL BE VIA UPS GROUND SERVICE EXCEPT WHEN AIR OR SPECIAL METHOD OF RETURN IS SPECIFIED BY THE OWNER, IN WHICH CASE SHIPPING WILL BE FREIGHT COLLECT.

EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE LAMPS, FUSES AND SOCKETS.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT INCLUDE LABOR CHARGES INCURRED IN THE REMOVAL OF COMPONENT PARTS, SERVICE CALLS, OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, IMPROPER OPERATION, OR PROBLEMS CAUSED BY ANY REPAIR, ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION OF THE SCOREBOARD NOT PERFORMED BY ELECTRO-MECH.

EQUIPMENT WHICH IS SUBJECTED TO ACCIDENT, NEGLECT, ABUSE, MISUSE OR OTHER NATURAL DISASTERS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO FIRE, WIND, LIGHTNING, OR FLOOD, IS NOT COVERED BY THIS GUARANTEE.