Procedure 03

Internal Inspection

Mixed: follow each step

When to use this

How to inspect the LED Race Clock and verify that it is operating correctly.

Steps

  1. Begin with the rear housing open and the display panel supported.

  2. Power on now

    Reconnect power only for the indicator-light checks. Do not touch internal components while powered.

  3. Locate the power supply and confirm that its green indicator light is on.

    Power-supply indicator
    Power-supply indicator
  4. Locate the Raspberry Pi. Confirm the red and green indicator lights are on and watch for green-light activity.

    Raspberry Pi indicators
    Raspberry Pi indicators
  5. Power off now

    Turn the clock off and disconnect electrical power before touching any connection.

  6. Check each cable connection. Look for plugs that are not fully seated or appear loose.

    Cable-connection inspection
    Cable-connection inspection
  7. Continue across the lower clock body and the raised display panel until every visible cable connection has been checked.

  8. With power disconnected, gently tighten any loose mounting screws. Do not overtighten.

  9. Carefully lower the display panel back into position.

Important

  • The powered portion is visual only.
  • Power off before cable or screw work.

Check when done

Power-supply and Raspberry Pi indicators are visible during the powered check; connections and mounting screws are secure with power disconnected.

Still not working?

Email support@finishedresults.com. Tell us you completed procedure 03 and what you saw when you checked your work. Replacement parts are ordered the same way.