Full Colour Parking Guidance Sign

Name: Full Colour Parking Guidance Sign
Brand: Nortech Control Systems Ltd
SKU: VMS-RGB-08A-P
Availability: InStock

VMS-RGB-08A-P

'Parking guidance display with direction arrows'

High intensity, full colour LED sign indicating available spaces or status messages along with guidance arrows to guide visitors towards available spaces. The sign can be used in standalone counting solutions with Nortech's NCT100 counting modules, in full Parking Count Management Systems alongside Nortech's NCT200 counting modules and NorParc Count Management Software, and for shared occupancy display with Nortech’s shared occupancy controllers (CPC202 and CPC204).

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Product features & benefits

The VMS-RGB-08A-P uses low profile LED matrices and is capable of displaying count values of up to 5 digits with the option to display ‘FULL’ when a count value falls below 1. It can also display a direction arrow on either the left or right side of the count value. The arrow can be set to one of 8 direction angles.

The main display options are set via the counting/control module. Display settings include the display colours and the options to replace the count value with ‘OPEN’ or 'SPACE' when the count value is 1 or more.

The sign has 10cm high characters and can be viewed at distances of up to 35 metres with a 120º viewing angle. The luminance of the signs can also be manually adjusted to match ambient light levels. The default setting provides automatic luminance adjustment using the built-in ambient light sensor.

Depending upon the application, up to eight signs can be connected on a single RS485 bus, each displaying a different count value.

Benefits

Large 5-digit full colour LED display
Automatic luminance control option
Very low power consumption
Suitable for both indoor and outdoor application
Selectable display of count values and/or status messages
Optional direction arrows for car park guidance
Up to 8 VMS’s can be connected to a single counting module
Fully compatible with Nortech count management systems

Specifications

Electrical

Supply voltage	110-220vac

Environmental

Operating Temp.	-25ºC to +60ºC

Physical

Display type	8mm pitch pixel array, 3-in-1 SMD LED. Count values/status messages can be displayed in red, green or amber.
Display Resolution	64 x 16 pixels
LED brightness	4000 cd/m2
Viewing angle	120° Horizontal, 120° Vertical
Viewing distance	Up to 35 metres
Enclosure	Aluminium & RAL Black 9005 Coating (IP54 rated)
Dimensions (mm)	512 x 128 x 90 (W x H x D)
Display size (mm)	512 x 128 (~10cm high characters)
Weight	3.5Kg
Luminance control	Built-in ambient light sensor

Operational

Display Function	Selectable up to 5-digit count, 'FULL' , 'OPEN' or 'SPACE' plus direction arrow. (Default setting: positive count values displayed in green, zero and negative values displayed as 'FULL' in red. Arrow displayed in green by default).

Inputs

Count Bus	RS485 bus from a counter module or shared occupancy controller. Delivering up to 4 count values (NCT100, CPC202 or CPC204) or up to 8 count values (NCT200). The count value that is displayed on each sign is determined by a node value assigned to the sign during installation.

Intuitive Directional Guidance for Complex Parking Layouts

The VMS-RGB-08A-P combines space availability counting with directional arrows to actively guide drivers through complex parking facilities. Essential for sprawling surface lots, multi-zone car parks, and facilities with split-level arrangements, this compact sign helps reduce search time by directing vehicles toward areas with confirmed availability.

Practical applications include installation at internal junctions within shopping centre car parks, decision points in airport long-stay facilities, and zone transitions in event venue parking areas. The 120° viewing angle ensures visibility from multiple approach directions while the configurable 8-direction arrow system accommodates any facility layout. Lightweight at just 3.5kg and suitable for both indoor and outdoor use (IP54), the sign offers flexible mounting options for posts, walls, or suspended installations throughout the parking journey.

Frequently asked questions

How many arrow direction options are available?

The sign supports 8 distinct arrow direction angles, configurable during installation to match your facility's traffic flow patterns. Arrows can point left, right, up, down, or any diagonal direction.

Can the arrow be displayed on either side of the count value?

Yes, the direction arrow can be configured to display on either the left or right side of the numeric count, accommodating various sign placement scenarios and traffic flow directions.

What is the viewing distance compared to other VMS signs?

The VMS-RGB-08A-P has a viewing distance of up to 35 metres with 10cm high characters—slightly less than EN12966 models but with superior 120° viewing angle for internal junction applications.

What colour are the arrows displayed in?

By default, arrows display in green alongside the count values. The arrow colour can be configured to match or contrast with count display colours based on installation requirements.

Is this sign suitable for outdoor exposed locations?

Yes, the sign carries an IP54 rating suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications, though for extremely exposed locations the IP65-rated VMS-RGB-10A series may be preferred.

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