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MP-70/50 Series
Scoreboard Controller
User Guide
Document No.: 98-0002-29
Document Version: 1709.13
Effective with Firmware Version: 3.08g

Table of Contents

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Summary

MP-70;50 Series Scoreboard Controller User Guide

Introduction

About the MP-70;50 Series

Describes the six Trans-Lux/Fair-Play scoreboard controls and their features.

About This User Guide

Outlines the chapters and content covered in the user guide.

Getting Help

Provides information on contacting the help desk and ordering parts.

Necessary Information

Lists information needed before contacting support or service.

Important Precautions

Lists critical safety warnings and precautions for operating the MP-70/50.

Hardware

Setting up the MP-70;50

Details the importance of correctly connecting equipment to the MP-70/50.

MP-70 and MP-50 Back Panel Views

Provides visual diagrams of the back panel connections for MP-70 and MP-50.

Optional Hand Switches (MP-70 only)

Lists and describes optional hand switches available for the MP-70.

To Enable or Disable MiClock Remote Switch

Explains how to enable or disable the MiClock™ remote switch feature.

Turning On the MP-70;50

Programming the MP-70;50

Common Functions

Operating the Clock

Explains how to operate the clock using the TIME IN switch and controls.

TIME IN SWITCH

Details the function of the TIME IN switch for starting and stopping the clock.

Clock Set Key

Describes how to use the CLOCK SET key to set game, break, and overtime periods.

Updating the Score

Provides steps for entering or updating the score on the scoreboard.

Tracking Periods

Explains how to enter or update the period number.

Sounding the Horn

Details how to sound the horn manually or set it to AUTO HORN mode.

Operating the Shot;Field Timer Hand Switch (MP-70 only)

Explains how to operate the shot/field timer using a hand switch for the MP-70.

Basketball

Sport-Specific Settings for Basketball

Guides through sport-specific setting options for basketball.

FIBA Rules (for International Basketball)

Auto Period Advance (FIBA Rules-Only Question)

Describes the AUTO PERIOD ADVANCE feature for automatic period and break times.

Countdown Clock

Configures whether the clock counts down or counts up.

Tenths of Seconds Clock

Configures the display of tenths of seconds in the last minute of play.

Auto Horn

Configures the automatic horn feature for basketball.

Clock Set To

Break Set To

Sets the duration of the break period (half time) in minutes.

Overtime Set To

Sets the duration of the overtime period in minutes.

Bonus Fouls

Specifies the number of team fouls needed for a bonus situation.

Maximum Team Fouls

Sets the maximum number of team fouls to display.

Timeout to Scoreboard

Determines if the timeout timer appears on the scoreboard.

Timeout Timer To

Sets the number of seconds for a primary timeout.

Alternate 2 nd Timeout Time

Alternate 2 nd Timeout Warning Horn

Configures the warning horn for the alternate 2nd timeout.

Number of Timeouts Left

Sets the total number of timeouts allowed per game or half.

Transparent Timer

Configures the Transparent Shot Clock Timer.

Tenths of a Second Transparent Timer

Configures the display of tenths of seconds on the transparent shot clock.

Timer 1 A Clock Timer (MP-70 only)

Sets the duration of shot timer #1A for the MP-70.

Timer 1 B Clock Timer (MP-70 only)

Sets the duration of shot timer #1B for the MP-70.

Timer 2 Clock Timer (MP-70 only)

Foul Memory

Enables tracking of fouls and points by player number.

Points Memory (MP-70 only)

Tracks points by player number, if foul memory is active.

Enter Lineup (MP-70 only)

Allows entering player numbers for home and visiting teams.

Timer Set To (MP-70 only)

FIBA Rules Explained

Details features specific to FIBA basketball rules.

FIBA Auto Per. Advance Sequence

Entering Team Lineups (MP-70 only)

Controlling the Possession Lights

Explains how to alternate or blank possession lights.

Controlling the Bonus Lights

Details options for controlling bonus lights (ON, DOUBLE BONUS, OFF).

Setting the Shot Timer (MP-70 only)

Programs and stores two different default shot timer clock durations.

Shot Timer Default Reset Values

Setting the Transparent Timer Color

Set Game Clock Color

Sets the display color for the game clock.

Set Shot Clock Color

Sets the display color for the shot clock.

Set Goal Light Color

Sets the display color for the goal light indicator.

Displaying Player Statistics (MP-70 only)

Steps to display player statistics on scoreboards.

Removing a Player from the Game

Mass Player Substitution

Removes all players from a team for mass substitution.

Updating Score;Tracking Player Points (MP-70 only)

Tracking Fouls (MP-70 only)

Updates team and player fouls, including corrections.

Correcting Player Statistics (MP-70 only)

Football

Sport-Specific Settings for Football

Guides through sport-specific setting options for football.

Update Yardage

Minutes Tens to Connector 2 (Board Type 26)

Exclusive setting for FB-8218TK scoreboard supporting football, soccer, track.

Countdown Clock

Configures whether the clock counts down or counts up.

Tenths of Seconds Clock

Configures the display of tenths of seconds in the last minute of play.

Auto Horn

Timeout to Scoreboard

Determines if the timeout timer appears on the scoreboard.

Timer Set #1 and #2 (MP-70 only)

Sets duration for field timer clocks #1 and #2 for MP-70.

Clock Set To

Sets the duration of the game period in minutes.

Break Set To

Sets the duration of the break period (half time) in minutes.

Overtime Set To

Sets the duration of the overtime period in minutes.

Timeout Timer Set To

Sets the number of seconds per timeout.

Number of Timeouts Left

Video Character Generator

Enables data output for video character generator.

Hockey

Sport-Specific Settings for Hockey

Guides through sport-specific setting options for hockey.

Enter Penalty Times

Interval Timer On

Configures the interval timer for dividing game periods.

10’ Penalty Spots

Option for 10-minute penalties on indicator lights (European rules).

Countdown Clock

Configures whether the clock counts down or counts up.

Tenths of Seconds Clock

Auto Horn

Configures the automatic horn feature for hockey.

Timer Set To (MP-70 only)

Sets duration (seconds) of field timer for MP-70.

Timeout to Scoreboard

Determines if the timeout timer appears on the scoreboard.

Clock Set To

Sets the duration of the game period in minutes.

Break Set To

Sets the duration of the break period (half time) in minutes.

Overtime Set To

Sets the duration of the overtime period in minutes.

Timeout Timer Set To

Number of Timeouts Left

Sets the total number of timeouts allowed per game or half.

Goal Lights

Configures goal lights operation from outputs 3 & 4.

Video Character Generator

Enables data output for video character generator.

Operating the Control in a Hockey Game

Guides on operating the control during a hockey game.

Displaying Shots on Goal

Explains how to display shots on goal values.

Manually Controlling Goal Indicators

Entering Penalties

Details how to enter penalty times for players.

Entering Single Penalties

Steps to enter a penalty time for a single player.

Entering Multiple Penalties

Entering Two Penalties with Plus Keys

Entering Other Penalties

Enters penalties using the 'OTHER' key for specific combinations.

Cancel Individual Penalties

Edit or Clear Penalties

Clears or edits existing penalty entries.

Tracking Penalties

Volleyball

Sport-Specific Settings for Volleyball

Guides through sport-specific setting options for volleyball.

Countdown Clock

Tenths of Seconds Clock

Configures the display of tenths of seconds in the last minute of play.

Auto Horn

Configures the automatic horn feature for volleyball.

Timeout to Scoreboard

Determines if the timeout timer appears on the scoreboard.

Clock Set To

Sets the duration of the game period in minutes.

Break Set To

Sets the duration of the break period (half time) in minutes.

Overtime Set To

Sets the duration of the overtime period in minutes.

Timeout Timer Set To

Sets the number of seconds per timeout.

Number of Timeouts Left

Sets the total number of timeouts allowed per game or half.

Video Character Generator

Operating the Control in a Volleyball Game

Guides on operating the control during a volleyball game.

Controlling the Service Indicators

Alternates or blanks home and guest service indicators.

Displaying Games Won

Enters or updates the number of games won.

Displaying the Game Number

Enters or updates the game number.

Track

Sport-Specific Settings for Track

Guides through sport-specific setting options for track.

Minutes Tens to Connector 2

Omega PowerTime

Option to use PowerTime handheld multi-functional timer.

FinishLynx

Operating in Manual Mode

Guides on operating the control in manual mode for track.

Displaying the Event Number

Enters or updates the event number.

Displaying the Heat Number

Entering Lane and Place Information

Enters lane and place information for contestants.

Displaying Event Results

Guides on how to display event results.

Baseball

Sport-Specific Settings for Baseball

Guides through sport-specific setting options for baseball.

Single-Press Balls, Strikes, Outs

Automatic Score Totaling

Automatically increases total runs when score by inning increases.

Countdown Clock

Configures whether the clock counts down or counts up.

Auto Horn

Configures the automatic horn feature for baseball.

Clock Set To (Hours or Minutes;Seconds)

Pitch Timer

Allows use of pitch timer and between innings timer.

Timer Set #1 and #2 (MP-70 only)

Sets duration of Field Timer clocks 1 and 2 for MP-70.

Pitch Speed Sensor

Enables pitch speed display using specific sensors.

Operating the Control in a Baseball Game

Updating the Inning Number

Updates the inning number.

Alternating Display of Innings;Game Clock

Toggles between displaying innings and game clock.

Tracking the Score by Inning

Tracks score by inning for specific scoreboard models.

Score by Inning (Continued)

Balls, Strikes, and Outs

Explains the 1 PRESS BSO feature for ball, strike, and out values.

Tracking Pitch Count

Tracks the number of pitches by home or visitor pitcher.

Clear Pitch Count

Clears the pitch count when there is a pitcher change.

Indicating the Team and Player at Bat

Clearing Ball, Strike and At Bat

Clears ball, strike, and at bat fields simultaneously.

Updating Hits

Turns the hit indicator on/off and updates hit counts.

Updating Runs

Updates run counts for each team.

Tracking Errors

Reading Baseball Scoreboard Clocks

Explains how to interpret standard and jump clocks on baseball scoreboards.

Lacrosse

Sport-Specific Settings for Lacrosse

Guides through sport-specific setting options for lacrosse.

Countdown Clock

Tenths of Seconds Clock

Configures the display of tenths of seconds in the last minute of play.

Auto Horn

Configures the automatic horn feature for lacrosse.

Timeout to Scoreboard

Determines if the timeout timer appears on the scoreboard.

Timer Set To (MP-70 only)

Sets duration (seconds) of field timer for MP-70.

Clock Set To

Sets the duration of the game period in minutes.

Break Set To

Sets the duration of the break period (half time) in minutes.

Overtime Set To

Timeout Timer Set To

Sets the number of seconds per timeout.

Number of Timeouts Left

Sets the total number of timeouts allowed per game or half.

Operating the Control in a Lacrosse Game

Guides on operating the control during a lacrosse game.

Operating the Possession Lights

Alternates between home and visitor possession lights.

Shots on Goal

Explains how to display shots on goal values.

Penalties

Cancelling Individual Penalties

Corrects or cancels an individual player penalty.

Edit or Clear Penalties

Saves

Explains how to adjust shots on goal values.

Team Names

Team Name Displays (MP-70 only)

Transmits team name data to electronic displays via wired/wireless.

Selecting Team Name Letters

Transmitting Team Name Data

Concludes team name entry and transmits data to the scoreboard.

MP-70;50 Wireless Option

Setting up the wireless connection

Details setting up the wireless connection for MP-70/50.

Selecting Transmission Modes

High and Low Power Modes

Configures HIGH POWER or LOW POWER TRANSMISSION modes.

Viewing Your Settings

Displays current radio transmitter settings.

Changing Your Settings

Modifies settings like HIGH POWER TRANSMIT.

All Scoreboards Mode

Select Channel

Selects a channel number for SEL mode operation.

Selecting Channels

Matches control and scoreboard receiver channels in SEL mode.

Receiver Card Location

Locating Channel Switch on Receiver Card

Guides on finding the channel switch on the receiver card.

Verifying Your Channel Selection

Verifying Scoreboard Signal Lock

Confirms signal lock, indicating successful wireless connection.

Turning Wireless Off

Procedure to turn off wireless feature for conventional cable connection.

General Wireless Operating Guidelines

Mixing Wireless and Conventional Cable Hookups

Power-Up Sequence for Multiple Controls

Describes the correct power-up order for systems with multiple wireless controls.

Synchronizing Transmission Modes

Explains synchronizing SEL and ALL modes for multiple scoreboards.

Avoiding Potential Problems with Multiple Controls

Operating the MP-70;50 in Relay Mode

Wireless Troubleshooting

Radio Frequency Interference

Addresses issues related to radio frequency interference.

Cell Filter Kits

Information on filter kits to resolve flickering or sluggish responses.

Scoreboard Not Picking Up Radio Signal

Final Wireless Control Considerations

MP-72;52 G2 Wireless Option

Setting up the wireless (G2) connection

Guides on setting up the wireless G2 connection.

Antenna (G2)

Optimal positioning of the antenna for transmission.

Range (G2)

Specifies the required range for transmitter and receiver.

Scoreboard Operation (G2)

Viewing Your Transmitter Settings (G2)

Displays radio transmitter settings for Power Modes and Transmission Mode.

Changing Your Transmitter Settings (G2)

Selecting Channels (G2)

Changing the Receiver Channel (G2)

Receiver Card Location

Identifies the location of the receiver card in scoreboards.

Locating Channel Switch on Receiver Card (G2)

Verifying Your Channel Selection (G2)

Checks channel selection by observing scoreboard display.

Verifying Scoreboard Signal Lock (G2)

Confirms signal lock, indicating successful wireless connection.

General Wireless (G2) Operating Guidelines

Operating Wireless (G2) Under Special Circumstances

Mixing Wireless & Conventional Cable Hookups (G2)

Instructions for connecting both wireless and wired systems.

Power-Up Sequence for Multiple Controls (G2)

Avoiding Potential Problems with Multiple Controls (G2)

Operating the MP-72;52 in Relay Mode (G2)

Wireless Troubleshooting (G2)

Radio Frequency Interference (G2)

Addresses issues related to radio frequency interference.

Scoreboard Not Picking Up Radio Signal (G2)

Control Transmitter DIP Switch Settings (G2)

Scoreboard Receiver DIP Switch Settings (G2)

Details DIP switch settings for the scoreboard receiver.

MP-73;53 G3 Wireless Option

G3 Wireless Features

Highlights key features of the G3 wireless system.

Setting up the G3 Wireless Connection

Antenna (G3)

Optimal positioning of the antenna for transmission.

Maintain a Clear, Unobstructed Line-of-Sight

Emphasizes the need for clear line-of-sight for optimal transmission.

Range (G3)

Factory Presets (G3)

Information on factory programmed settings for scoreboard type, group, data format.

Connecting to the Scoreboard (G3)

Scoreboard G3 Settings

Set Scoreboard Group Number (G3)

Sets the scoreboard group number for wireless communication.

Direct Connection Method

Set Scoreboard Type (G3)

Remotely sets the scoreboard type via wireless method.

Display the Scoreboard Type (G3)

Receiver Card Location (G3)

Identifies the location of the receiver card in scoreboards.

Display Scoreboard Transceiver Software Version (G3)

Displays the software version of the scoreboard's transceiver.

Control G3 Settings

Viewing Your G3 Transmitter Settings

Displays scoreboard type, group number, model, and firmware version.

Set Scoreboard Type (G3)

Sets scoreboard type, which also sets the default group number.

Set Group Number (G3)

Sets the group number for the control.

Reset to Factory G3 Settings

General G3 Wireless Operating Guidelines

Provides tips for clear line-of-sight and group number settings.

Operating G3 Wireless Under Special Circumstances

Mixing Wireless & Conventional Cable Hookups (G3)

Instructions for connecting both wireless and wired systems.

Avoiding Potential Problems with Multiple Controls (G3)

Power-Up Sequence for Multiple Controls

Two Scoreboards to Single Control

Explains Split Mode and Single Mode for controlling multiple scoreboards.

Multiple Courts to Single Control

Multiple Courts to Split or Single Control

Wireless Troubleshooting (G3)

Radio Frequency Interference (G3)

Addresses issues related to radio frequency interference.

Scoreboard Not Picking Up Radio Signal (G3)

Final Wireless Control Considerations (G3)

Battery Option

LED Power Meter

Explains the battery level indicator LEDs.

Remaining Time of Operation

Provides approximate battery life based on LED indicators.

Power Meter Button

Micro USB Charging Port

Location and usage of the charging port.

To Charge the Battery

Step-by-step instructions for charging the battery.

Charging Time

Battery Routine Maintenance

Care and safety recommendations for battery longevity.

Battery Storage

Battery Control Safety and Precautions

Lists critical safety warnings and precautions for battery use.

Lock;Unlock Mode

Lock the Control

Steps to lock the control and prevent unauthorized changes.

Features Not Locked

Lists features that are not affected by the lock mode.

Locked Features

Lists features that are locked by the mode.

Unlock the Control

Programming the System Settings

Specify the type of scoreboard

Specifies the type of scoreboard being controlled.

Send data to scoreboard

Selects data format (MP-69 or MP-70) for scoreboard output.

Choose a 12-hour or 24-hour time of day clock

Selects the time format for the time of day clock.

Programming Sequence

Adjusting System Settings

Guides through the process of adjusting system settings.

Scoreboard Type

Configures the MP-70/50 for the specific scoreboard type.

System Settings for Baseball

Settings for Baseball Board Types 34, 35 & 39

Settings for Baseball Board Types 34 & 35

Configures pitch speed and 2-digit clock for baseball board types.

MP-70 and MP-69 Data Outputs

Selects data format (MP-70 or MP-69) for scoreboard output.

CLK. AT TIMER? Y;N

RADIO@ TIMER? Y;N

Configures radio timer for wireless shot/field timers.

TEAM NAMES? Y;N

Activates team name displays if scoreboard is equipped.

24 HR TOD CLK?Y;N

Selects 12-hour or 24-hour time format for the time of day clock.

Exiting System Settings

Exits SYSTEM SETTINGS or restarts the process.

Saving a Configuration

Changing Keypad Insert

Guides on changing the keypad insert for different sports.

Configurations

Load a Configuration

Loads previously saved system and sport level settings.

Delete a Configuration

Deletes a saved configuration from memory.

Delete All Configurations

Edit a Configuration

Modifies existing saved configurations.

Segment Timer Operation

Purpose of the Segment Timer

Explains using the Segment Timer for drills and breaks.

Program Mode for Segment Timer

Guides on programming segment and break times.

Running Segment Mode

Segments

Explains segment numbering, increment/decrement, and timing.

Breaks

Exiting Segment Timer

Returns the control to standard scoreboard timing operations.

Designing Segment Training Intervals

Test Mode

Entering Test Mode

Steps to enter the special TEST mode for lamp circuit verification.

Exit Test Mode

Procedure to exit TEST mode and return to normal operation.

Team Name Testing

Explains how TEST mode tests electronic team name areas.

Note on TEST Mode

Troubleshooting

Nothing Appears on the Scoreboard

Verifies power, connections, antenna, and settings when display is blank.

Scoreboard Does Not Respond

Verifies system settings, scoreboard type, and data format if no response.

Documentation Change Request

Warranty

Fairplay MP-70 Specifications

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BrandFairplay
ModelMP-70
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

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