Message Sign Conversion Kits
Download BrochureWanco Message Sign Conversion Kits are a cost-effective choice when you need to restore or upgrade your fleet. These replacement/conversion kits give you a complete message sign display cabinet with all needed components included. Choose from two sizes of three-line signs and four sizes of matrix sign models. Additional options include accessories such as remote communications, GPS tracking and speed radar. Each kit comes with the Wanco touchscreen controller for ease of programming, and everything is covered by our traffic safety products warranty.
Included in Kit
- Message sign cabinet
- LED display modules
- Wiring for hydraulic pump and switch (full-size and Mini signs only)
- Mounting hardware
- Power wiring from solar panels to sign cabinet (solar panels not included)
- Power wiring from battery box to sign cabinet (batteries and battery box not included)
Features
- Simple installation
- Suitable for Wanco sign replacement and conversion from other brands
- Low power consumption and more uptime
- Full-color capacitive touchscreen controller
- Preprogrammed text messages, symbols and graphics
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 on full-matrix signs
- Control box can be locked to prevent unauthorized access
- Optical lenses and sunshades increase visibility and performance
- Energy-efficient operation results in long run times
- Cooling fans protect sign cabinet from overheating
Maintenance
- Individual display modules can be replaced easily
- Durable powder-coat finish resists the elements
Standards Compliance
- NTCIP compliant
- Full-size signs meet MUTCD
- Meets NEMA TS 4-2005 Section 2 for ambient temperature, vibration, shock, electro-static discharge (ESD), and radio interference
Options
Accessories
Some options may not be available for aftermarket installation. Please consult factory.
Full-size matrix sign
Display cabinet size, W×H
138 × 75 in (351 × 190cm)
Display resolution
Four amber LEDs form each pixel
Matrix
48 pixels wide, 27 pixels high
Fonts
12 fonts
Default font
5×7 pixels per character
12.80 × 18.00 in (32.5 × 45.7cm)
3 lines of 8 characters per line, max.
Power system
12 Vdc
Mini matrix sign
Display cabinet size, W×H
96 × 55 in (244 × 140cm)
Display resolution
Four amber LEDs form each pixel
Matrix
48 pixels wide, 27 pixels high
Fonts
12 fonts
Default font, W×H
5×7 pixels per character
8.85 × 12.55 in (22.5 × 31.9cm)
3 lines of 8 characters per line, max.
Power system
12 Vdc
Large Metro matrix sign
Display cabinet size, W×H
96 × 48 in (244 × 122cm)
Display resolution
Two amber LEDs form each pixel
Matrix
60 pixels wide, 30 pixels high
Fonts
12 fonts
Default font, W×H
5×9 pixels per character
6.32 × 11.67 in (16.0 × 29.6cm)
3 lines of 10 characters per line, max.
Power system
12 Vdc
Medium Metro matrix sign
Display cabinet size, W×H
71 × 48 in (180 × 122cm)
Display resolution
Two amber LEDs form each pixel
Matrix
48 pixels wide, 30 pixels high
Fonts
12 fonts
Default font, W×H
5×9 pixels per character
6.32 × 11.67 in (16.0 × 29.6cm)
3 lines of 8 characters per line, max.
Power system
12 Vdc
Full-size three-line sign
Display cabinet size, W×H
138 × 75 in (351 × 190cm)
Display resolution
Four amber LEDs form each pixel
Font
One font
5×7 pixels per character
13.59 × 19.18 in (34.5 x 48.7cm)
3 lines of 8 characters per line, max.
Power system
12 Vdc
Mini three-line sign
Display cabinet size, W×H
96 × 55 in (244 × 140cm)
Display resolution
Four amber LEDs form each pixel
Font
One font
5×7 pixels per character
10.41 × 14.67 in (32.5 × 45.7cm)
3 lines of 8 characters per line, max.
Power system
12 Vdc
Specifications subject to change without notice.