Suggestions for successful installation of an outdoor LED display

There is no better way to attract attention to your brand or company than using an outdoor LED display. With clear images, bright colors and vivid displays, today's video screens are vastly different from the traditional printed materials of the past.

 

While the indoor led screen has been widely used in store, shopping mall, school, hospital and restaurant, business owners also realize that outdoor display can be used to provide information, attract traffic traffic, attract attention and increase revenue. Business owners and advertisers are getting a new opportunity to increase brand awareness through functional, relevant and effective outdoor displays.

For those who want to benefit from this new LED technology in outside traffic locations, here are some important information you should know to ensure you are building a successful outdoor LED display.

So, What Is Outdoor LED Display?

Terms "outdoor LED display" usually refers to a large outdoor LED video wall using LED technology. Unlike a single display such as an LED TV or monitor, a video wall is constructed by connecting multiple LED panels together, allowing for dimensions. large and custom shape.

These LED panels use very high brightness for outdoor visibility and use rugged hardware to withstand the effects of nature. Large size meets long distance viewing by many people at the same time.

Applications include digital billboards, stone signs, stadiums, rentals, outdoor LED billboards and more.

 

Technical Factors To Consider

Image Quality Outdoor signs are designed to capture the attention of passersby and communicate your brand message. The vividness of an image has an important impact on how that message is perceived. Your outdoor LED signs should be bright and vibrant, and display accurate colors. For example, faint-looking skin tones can attract negative attention, so check the LED supplier's spec sheet to ensure the display shows true-to-life colors.

Another important parameter to consider is the pixel pitch or the distance between RGB pixels. You need to select a provider that specifies the appropriate pixel pitch for the viewing distance. Specifying too high of a pixel pitch can increase costs, but if the pixel pitch is too large, it can degrade image quality.

Environmental resistance

Depending on where your outdoor sign is located, you may need to consider how it will perform in high or low temperatures, as well as in rain, snow, wind, dust, or humidity. In these cases, the design of the display and its enclosure is critical to the continued operation of the LEDs and their lifespan.

In terms of environmental factors, the first important thing you should consider is the removal of heat from the LED elements and control components. Ask your supplier about their thermal management solution and their ability to maintain LED temperatures within a narrow range under the environmental conditions you expect. To protect your sign from the effects of the elements, check that the enclosure design meets the specifications for resistance to water, dirt, moisture, etc. – all matters related to your location.

 

When water seeps through the LED housing, the display can be damaged - or worse, completely damaged. To minimize the risk of damage, you should look for a monitor with a high IP rating to protect against moisture and solid objects.

Also, when the outdoor LED display is located near the sea, make sure the materials are resistant to salt corrosion.

Internal Temperature

Outdoor LED displays need an ideal internal temperature to function properly. The operation of the LED screen will generate a certain amount of heat. If the ambient temperature is too high and the cooling system is not efficient, the integrated circuit may not work properly or even burn out, resulting in the display being inoperable.

To protect the monitor from this risk, you must install an axial flow fan on the back of the monitor to dissipate heat and maintain the monitor's internal temperature between -10℃ and 40℃. If you are in a very hot area, your outdoor monitor should have an HVAC system that can regulate its internal temperature.

Brightness

In any case, your outdoor display should have high visibility. High brightness with high contrast can be the key to capturing the attention of passersby, igniting their interest and leaving an unforgettable brand impression. Video wall brightness is measured in nits. The higher the nits, the higher the brightness. Outdoor LED panels require a minimum brightness rating of 5,000 nits for visibility in direct sunlight.

Lightning Protection

Install lightning rods on screens and buildings. Keep the main body and shell of the screen well grounded, with a ground impedance of less than 3 ohm, can discharge in a short time the large current caused by lightning; The screen can be attacked by strong electricity and magnetism due to lightning.

Choosing the Right Construction Method

Some common construction methods for outdoor video walls include: Ground support - Ground-mounted screens. Wall Mounting - The monitor is wall mounted. Hanging - The display is suspended from an upper structure. Column Mounting - The display is mounted from a vertical pole. Aluminum Steel Truss Support - The screen is mounted with aluminum steel truss equipment. Portable - The monitor is mounted on a truck or trailer. Your LED supplier will work with you to develop the best building solution based on the look you want, the application and the surrounding infrastructure.

Maintenance and repair

Outdoor LED signs are subject to the effects of weather, seasonal climate changes, and natural wear and tear over time. That's why it's so important to have an LED professional perform routine maintenance on your display. This will keep your screen bright and healthy for years to come and protect your long-term investment.

Choose the Best Location

First, location is very important for promotional purposes to attract as many potential customers as possible. The best outdoor LED screens are usually placed in high traffic areas such as:

• Freeway
• Crossroads
• In front of shopping malls
• Similarly, entertainment venues, subway station entrances, etc. It is also an ideal choice for attracting customers and encouraging buyers.

At the same time, it is extremely important to ensure the overall health of your outdoor LED display. We recommend installing the outdoor display in an area not exposed to direct sunlight, such as under an eaves or the west side of a building. If your LED display is in an urban area or with high traffic, getting damaged can also be a concern. Several types of outdoor LEDs are appearing on the market equipped with vandal resistant glass that can help prevent unwanted damage.

 

How to Install Outdoor LED Display?

Specifically, there are four steps for the installation of LED screens for outdoor billboards: field investigation, equipment construction, installation, calibration and commissioning.

First, we should conduct a field investigation based on the actual situation.

This is to perform uniform tests based on the specific environment, terrain, luminous range, brightness acceptability and other parameters before installing the outdoor LED display. In order to ensure a smooth installation, the commanding officer must implement a uniform lifting plan to ensure that the equipment can be used normally and stably. Different situations must be handled with different measures, in order to always use the most appropriate method.

Next, we will build the LED device after deciding the specific plan based on the results of the field investigation.

When installing some outdoor LED billboards, the screens mounted on the wall, hanging, and on the roof must be clearly distinguished. During installation, it is necessary to use a crane and cable to gradually lift in segments depending on the distance and height. Also, make sure that the staff on the device work together. As such, the use and installation of LED signs at higher altitudes can be made more precise. During construction, safety and accuracy are top priorities.

Next, we need to calibrate the luminous range after the construction is completed, in order to achieve the best advertising effect.

Different luminous ranges require different construction viewing angles for LED displays. The outdoor LED screens should be fixed and installed based on the acceptability of the field and the normal viewing angle distance of the people around, to ensure they can see the image and captions normally and Balanced brightness from all angles. Only when wide viewing angles are combined with the right brightness can the benefits be maximized.

Finally, to ensure the smooth use of outdoor LED display, we need to carry out inspection and maintenance after delivery.

The monitoring tests cover many issues, such as waterproof layer for LED screen, heat dissipation layer, LED surface waterproof coating, rainproof area above the screen, heat dissipation space in both side and power supply lines. These basic parts are very important for a good LED display to display graphics and text. Technical maintenance after delivery is, of course, also very important. We need to carry out uniform management and maintenance for these parts and replace them in time if they are rusty, unstable or damaged to ensure safe use.

How to get started?

The first step for your next outdoor LED display project is to contact an experienced supplier. LED installation and rental are projects that require years of experience from professionals who understand the technology and logistics involved in a successful operation. They will listen to your goals, requirements and budget to help you plan the most effective solution.