Alpha 215C LED ticker
The Alpha 215C is a compact tricolour single-line ticker. 15 characters on 1 line, 53 mm characters, 73 cm enclosure. Three colours (red, green, amber) for short status and alarm messages in small indoor locations. Controlled via RS-485 or Ethernet.
Still supported for software and repairs.
Legacy model, no longer available as new. Current alternative: Alpha 220C
The Alpha 215C is the compact tricolour single-line ticker of the Alpha 200 series. With 15 characters on 1 line in an enclosure of just 73 cm, it fits where a larger ticker cannot, while your message still stands out clearly thanks to the 53 mm characters and three colours.
The 215C is a legacy model and no longer available as new. The current alternative in the same range is the Alpha 220C.
Best choice for
- Short text communication in small indoor locations: enclosure of just 73 cm, 15 characters
- Status at a glance via three colours (red, green, amber)
- Locations where the larger 220C/320C don't fit but the message still needs to stand out
- Modern integration via Ethernet (AlphaEthernet adaptor) over the Alpha protocol; RS-232/RS-485 standard for backwards compatibility with legacy systems
Less suitable for
- Full-colour image, photos or video: this is a tricolour text display
- Outdoor use: this is an indoor display
- Longer text or greater reading distance: choose the Alpha 220C (20 characters) or 320C/330C
Typical applications
- Short safety and status messages
- Reception and info messages in small spaces
- Production or queue info in a limited space
Product information Alpha 215C
Display
| Enclosure dimensions | l = 734 mm x d = 53 mm x h = 114 mm |
|---|---|
| Pixels | Rows = 7 x columns = 90 |
| Pitch | 7.6 mm (0.3 inch) centre-to-centre |
| Pixel diameter | 5 mm (0.2 inch) |
| Number of lines per screen | 1 line |
| Characters per line | 15 (1 line) |
| Character height | 53 mm (2.1 inch) |
| Colour | Red - Green - Amber (8 colours + 3 rainbow effects) |
| Indoor or outdoor | Indoor |
| Player | AlphaNET / Alpha protocol |
Enclosure
| Enclosure | Aluminium |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2.84 kg (incl. power supply and remote control) |
| Front lens | Polycarbonate |
| Mains voltage | 100 - 240 VAC adapter |
Software / Memory / Communication
| PC software (Windows) | AlphaNET |
|---|---|
| Communication | RS232 and RS485 included, Ethernet optional via AlphaEthernet adaptor |
| Memory | 6,000 characters, up to 96 messages |
| Real-time clock for time and date (RTC) | Included |
| Character set | Block (sans serif), decorative (serif), upper/lower case, narrow, wide |
| Warranty | 1-year factory warranty |
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Alpha 215C and the Alpha 220C?
The 215C is the compact version: 90 x 7 pixels, 15 characters in a 73 cm enclosure. The Alpha 220C is longer (120 x 7 pixels, 20 characters, 96 cm). Otherwise they are similar: both tricolour, 53 mm characters, controlled via RS-485 or Ethernet.
Which colours does the Alpha 215C show?
Each pixel can be red, green or amber, together good for 8 colours and 3 rainbow effects. Handy to distinguish status, for example green for normal info and red for an alarm.
Can I connect the Alpha 215C to my existing system?
Yes. RS-232 and RS-485 are included as standard; Ethernet is possible via the AlphaEthernet adaptor. Up to 96 messages are stored locally, with a built-in real-time clock.
Is the Alpha 215C still available?
The 215C is a legacy model and no longer available as new. The current alternative in the same range is the Alpha 220C. Feel free to contact us for advice on an equivalent solution.