- One Line The Alpha 213C is a one-line model. It displays text and graphics on one line.
- Multicolor The Alpha 213C is a multicolor model. Text and graphics may be displayed in colors chosen from a palette of eight colors red, green, amber, light red, light green, brown, orange and
yellow or in three rainbow color combinations. Specifying the built-in Autocolor feature automatically and randomly changes the color of each screen of text
- 13 Character Display The Alpha 213C display screen can display 13 characters at once in all display modes, except Condensed Rotate mode. In Condensed Rotate mode, it displays 27 characters at
once in ticker style.
- 30K Memory The Alpha 213C will store up to 30,000 bytes of messages, programming instructions and graphics.
- 2 Character Sizes Characters can be 1.5" (5 pixels) or 2.1" (7 pixels) high.
- 2 Character Fonts Text can be displayed in two fonts serif (fancy) or sans serif (block).
- 4 Character Widths Text can be displayed in four widths normal, wide, double-wide, and wide double-wide in both fonts.
- Shadow Style Text can be displayed in a 2.1" serif or sans serif font with a background shadow color. The shadow color for red or rainbow 1 characters is green. The shadow color for green,
amber, rainbow 2 and mix characters is red.
- Fixed or Proportional Text can be displayed using fixed or proportional spacing.
- 24 Character Styles The two fonts, two character heights, four widths and shadow style can be combined to produce twenty-four character styles:
- 2.1" Sans Serif Normal
- 2.1" Sans Serif Normal with Shadow
- 2.1" Sans Serif Wide
- 2.1" Sans Serif Wide with Shadow
- 2.1" Sans Serif Double-Wide
- 2.1" Sans Serif Double-Wide with Shadow
- 2.1" Sans Serif Wide Double-Wide
- 2.1" Sans Serif Wide Double-Wide with Shadow
- 2.1" Serif Normal
- 2.1" Serif Normal with Shadow
- 2.1" Serif Wide
- 2.1" Serif Wide with Shadow
- 2.1" Serif Double-Wide
- 2.1" Serif Double-Wide with Shadow
- 2.1" Serif Wide Double-Wide
- 2.1" Serif Wide Double-Wide with Shadow
- 1.5" Sans Serif Normal
- 1.5" Sans Serif Normal with Shadow
- 1.5" Sans Serif Wide
- 1.5" Sans Serif Wide with Shadow
- 1.5" Sans Serif Double-Wide
- 1.5" Sans Serif Double-Wide with Shadow
- 1.5" Sans Serif Wide Double-Wide
- 1.5" Sans Serif Wide Double-Wide with Shadow
- Store 65 Messages The Alpha 213C will hold up to 65 messages files at one time. Each message file can be any size. The Alpha 213C dynamically allocates memory to each message file as needed up
to the total amount of memory available.
- Battery Backup The Alpha 213C has battery backup for messages. Messages are retained in memory for up to a month when the Alpha 213C is unplugged.
- Sequence 128 Messages Up to 128 messages files may be run in a sequence. Messages files may be listed more than once in the sequence.
- Message Scheduling Each message can display on its own schedule, automatically turning on and turning off at specified times on specified days without human or computer intervention. Each
message can be programmed with the day and time to start running and the day and time to stop running. Daily recurring messages, such as Lunch Time Specials and Coffee Break Specials or messages
coordinated with public transportation arrival and departure schedules, can turn on and turn off at the appropriate times each day. Safety-oriented messages, such as "Lift With Your Legs, Not With
Your Back" or "Don't Forget To Wear Your Safety Goggles" can be scheduled to display at different times, instead of at the same time, to achieve maximum effect and variety.
- Wireless Keyboard The Alpha 213C comes with a remote control keyboard. The remote control keyboard emits infrared light that controls many Alpha 213C functions. The remote control keyboard can
be used up to 30 feet away from the Alpha 213C. It can be used to:
- turn the Alpha 213C on and off
- turn off and on the programming keys beep feature
- program messages
- run messages
- delete specific messages
- insert display modes, special effects and features, and international characters into messages
- compose dot graphic files and incorporate them into messages
- set the message file run sequence
- set the start and stop times and dates for each message file
- set the time, day and date
- clear display memory
- password protect the messages
- run the built-in diagnostic tests
Alpha 213C Features
Messages are enhanced by 26 built-in display modes, multiple colors, multiple text sizes and fonts, preprogrammed animations, user-designed graphics, day, date, time of day and many other special
features.
Messages may also be entered using a computer and special messaging software.
Messages can be entered using a remote control keyboard that is as easy to understand and use as an ordinary calculator. Our unique Automode and Autocolor programming features eliminate the need to
learn complicated programming procedures. Within seconds, anyone can create attractive visual messages with attention-getting impact.
The Alpha 213C is frequently used as a point of sale display in restaurants, specialty shops, car washes and retail businesses; in waiting rooms to inform patients; and in hotels. It is often
incorporated into casino gaming devices, ticket and postage vending machines.
Use the Alpha 213C to convey information about your business, products, services and specials to employees, customers, visitors, students, patients and guests. The Alpha 213C can be used to display
employee communications that build company loyalty, boost morale and encourage teamwork. Display the company stock price, emphasize safety issues, advertise company-wide events, promote cafeteria
specials, announce birthdays and anniversaries, and publish production goals and attainment.
The Alpha 213C is an indoor LED message center designed for retail, light industrial, commercial and office use. It displays text and graphics in eight colors and three rainbow effects. The Alpha
213C is one of the brightest and sharpest indoor displays available.