Wanco Color Message Signs let you create messages like you never could before. Using Wanco computer software, you can create and combine graphic symbols with text to make bright, colorful messages that stand out. Design your own symbols, import your corporate logo and more. Add text, make multiple message screens and even create simple animations.
Features
- Full-matrix, 5-color message display
- Includes software for creating custom messages
- Touchscreen controller with intuitive interface
- Maintenance-free batteries
- High-security battery box with tamper-resistant features
Message Design
- Message Graphics computer software included for creating custom messages
- Create, import and edit graphics
- Add and format text
- Export messages to sign and save files for copying and editing
Setup
- Under 1800 pounds, can be towed by most vehicles
- Standard 2-inch ball coupler tow-hitch
- Hydraulic lift allows one person to easily raise and lower the message board
- Tower rotates 360 degrees for optimal positioning
- Single disc brake holds message board in place during operation, and a cradle
supports and holds board in travel position
Operation
- Five-color full-matrix display
- Onboard controller, no laptop required
- Full-color touchscreen controller with high-resolution display
- Individual color brightness control for improving contrast
- Preprogrammed and MUTCD-standard messages
- Multiple alphanumeric fonts
- Internal clock facilitates schedule programming
- High-efficiency LEDs for high legibility
- Energy-efficient operation
Power System
- Energy-efficient operation for long run times
- Solar panels charge batteries automatically without intervention
- Charging system shuts down when batteries are fully charged, preventing damage
- Unique system allows battery charging with solar panels or commercial power
- Built-in AC charger for manual charging
- Cooling fans prevent overheating
Maintenance
- Maintenance-free batteries
- Individual display modules can be replaced easily
- Standard 15-inch trailer tires
- Heavy-duty bolt-on fenders can be replaced if damaged
- Durable powder-coat finish resists the elements
Standards
- NTCIP compliant
Options
Power system
- Choice of battery types and configurations
- Additional solar
Tow hitch
- Combo-hitch for 2-inch ball and 2 1/2-inch pintle hook
Other options
- Extendable outrigger jack stands for added stability
- Wanco Fleet Manager
Some options may not be available for aftermarket installation. Please consult factory.
Weight
Approx. 1763 lbs. (800kg)
Construction
Trailer
MIG-welded, 2 x 3-inch steel tubing
Sign cabinet
Aluminum sheet and welded channels
Coating
Powder-coated and oven-baked
Axle assembly
2000-lb. capacity
5 on 4.5-inch BC idler hub
Double eye leaf springs
Tires
ST205/75 D15
Display
Resolution
Five triads of color LEDs form each pixel
Colors
Red, Blue, Green, Amber, White
Matrix
60 pixels wide, 32 pixels high
Angularity
Designed for 50-degree total viewing
Smallest characters
4 lines, 12 characters
Largest characters
1 line, 5 characters
Graphics
Preprogrammed and custom
Graphics software
Wanco Message Graphics
PC-based software provides the tools necessary for creating custom color messages
System requirements
Any computer running Microsoft Windows
Power
Batteries
Three 4D AGM, 12 Vdc
Battery capacity
600 Ah total
Battery charger
45 A
Solar panels
260 W
Specifications subject to change without notice.