Wanco Metro Compact Message Signs

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Metro Message Signs are our most compact portable message signs, designed for use in metropolitan areas. Metro Signs provide the visibility and legibility of other Wanco message signs, but with a smaller footprint. Metro message signs provide information to the public on a full-matrix LED display. The display can present messages as text, graphics or a combination of both.

Features

• Small footprint, fits nearly anywhere
• Portable and deployable by one person
• Standard tow hitch and removable drawbar
• Full-matrix message display available in two sizes
• Easiest programming in the industry

Setup

• Under 1500 pounds, can be towed by most vehicles
• Standard 2-inch ball coupler tow-hitch
• Removable drawbar for shipping and for added theft protection
• Heavy-duty hand-winch allows one person to easily raise and lower the message board
• Tower rotates 360 degrees for optimal positioning

Operation

• Onboard controller, no laptop required
• Full-color touchscreen controller with high-resolution display
• Multi-level password protection limits access to control software
• Preprogrammed text messages, symbols and graphics
• Easily center each line of text
• Internal clock facilitates built-in schedule programming
• Multiple alphanumeric fonts make message clear and legible
• Extra-bold arrow patterns
• Control box can be locked to prevent unauthorized access
• Optical lenses and sunshades increase visibility and performance

Power System

• Energy-efficient operation results in long run times
• Solar panel charges batteries automatically without intervention
• Charging system shuts down when batteries are fully charged, preventing damage
• Unique system allows battery charging with solar panel or commercial power
• Cooling fan protects battery charger from overheating
• Battery box can be locked to prevent unauthorized access

Maintenance

• Individual display modules can be replaced easily
• Standard 15-inch trailer tires
• Bolt-on fenders can be replaced if damaged
• Durable powder-coat finish resists the elements

Standards Compliance

• NTCIP compliant
• Meets NEMA TS 4-2005 Section 2 for ambient temperature, vibration, shock, electro-static discharge (ESD), and radio interference

SPECIFICATIONS

• WEIGHT
  • Large sign
    • Approx. 1500 lbs. (680 kg)
  • Medium sign
    • Approx. 1400 lbs. (635 kg)
• CONSTRUCTION
  • Trailer
    • MIG-welded, 2 × 3-inch square steel tubing
  • Sign cabinet
    • Aluminum sheet
  • Coating
    • Powder-coated and oven-baked
  • Axle assembly
    • 2000-lb. capacity tubular axle
    • 5-hole 4.5-inch bolt circle pattern on idler hub
    • 60-inch wheel track
    • Double eye leaf springs, 1200-lb. capacity per spring
  • Tires
    • ST205/75 D15
• DISPLAY
  • Pixel matrix
    • Large sign, 60 x 30 pixels
    • Medium sign, 48 x 30 pixels
    • 34mm pitch
  • Fonts
    • 12 fonts, from 4 x 5 to 11 x 23 pixels
  • Default font
    • 12 in., 5×9 pixels per character
    • 3 lines of 10 characters per line, max. (large sign)
    • 3 lines of 8 characters per line, max. (medium sign)
• CONTROL PANEL
  • Touchscreen
    • Full color, backlit, 7-inch display
    • Capacitive touch panel
    • 800 × 480 pixels, W × H
  • User-interface
    • Menu-based, provides access to all sign functions including programming messages
• POWER
  • Batteries
    • Four 6 Vdc deep-cycle Group 24 batteries, wired in parallel and series for a 12-volt system
  • Battery capacity
    • 430 Ah
  • Battery charger
    • 15 A
  • Solar panels
    • Large sign, 130 W
    • Medium sign, 85 W