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Indoor Displays > Four-Line Models > ALPHA Premiere 9000 LED Sign Specifications


Pixel Size (Diameter): 0.2" (.5 cm)
Pixel (LED) Color: 8 colors (in shades of red, green and amber)
Center-to-Center Pixel Spacing (Pitch): 0.3" (0.8 cm)
Character Set: –International character set, block (sans serif), decorative (serif), upper/lower case, slim, wide, double wide, double high
and shadow
–Programmable character set
Message Capacity: –64K RAM standard, expandable to 512K
–81 text messages can be stored and scheduled to be displayed according to the time and date –Supports 8 color graphic files
Message Presentation Modes: –25 consisting of: Automode™, Hold,Flash, Interlock, Modes: Roll (6 directions), Rotate left, Sparkle-On, Switch, Spray-on, Slide across, Starburst, Snow, Scroll, Twinkle, Wipe (6 directions) and cycle color –Continuous message entry with automatic centering in any mode –User programmable logos and graphics
–6 speed controls
–Programmable hold times up to 6 minutes
Serial Computer Interface: –1200 to 38.4 kbps
–Standard: RS232 and RS485 ports
–Optional: 10 Base-T Ethernet port
(replaces RS232 port)

Note: RS232 or Ethernet port communication can be echoed on RS485 port
Communication Protocol: Alpha® Communications protocol
Speakers/Audio: –Internal speakers
–Serial and manual volume control
–16 different triggerable sound files with up to 32 notes in each
External Speaker Jack: Mini-RCA jack for powered stereo PC
speaker connection
Clock/Date: Date in multiple formats and time in
12 or 24 hour formats
Battery: Lithium battery for message and time/date retention during power outages of up to 6 months
Special Features: –LED diagnostic/status indicators; RS232 transmit, RS232 receive, RS485 transmit, RS485 receive, sign status and flash programming status –External reset button accessible from end cap –DIP switch selectable serial addressing and communication options
–Automatic overheating protection
–Serial uploadable FLASH EPROM memory for upgrading firmware –Handheld IR available for limited diagnostics only
Power: –100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz ±10%
–360 Watts maximum for models 9080C, 9120C, and 9160C–500 Watts maximum for models 9200C and 9240C
–Different IEC power cords for specific type plugs
Case Materialded: –Extru aluminum
Limited Warranty: Two-year parts and labor, factory servicing
Agency Approvals: North America – US Emissions:
FCC Part 15, Class A
US Safety: ANSI/UL 1950, Third Edition
Canada Emissions: Industry Canada
ICES-003, Class A
Canada Safety: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 950-95,
3rd Edition
Europe–Emissions: EN 55022 (CISPR 22), Class A Immunity: EN 55024
Harmonics/Flicker: IEC 61000-3-2,
IEC 61000-3-3
Safety: IEC 60950: 1991 (plus amendments);
EN 60950: 1992 + A1, A2, A3, A4, and A11
CE Marking on all models
Australia/New Zealand – Safety: AS/NZS 3260: 1996
Operating Temperature: 32° to 120°F, 0° to 50°C
Humidity Range: 0% to 95% non-condensing
Mounting: Hardware to accommodate ceiling, wall,
or counter mount





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