01 · Compliance
Country-Specific
Validation against the certifications and regulations applicable in the destination market — CE, FCC, RCM, UKCA, RoHS, WEEE.
Schedule 1 · Aurora Displays Pty Ltd
Factory Acceptance Test Protocol
A pass/fail compliance methodology for LED cabinet inspection. FAT validates performance, durability, and safety against the regulatory requirements of the destination country — conducted at a certified third-party facility with all parties present.
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12
Inspection Sections
60+
Pass / Fail Checks
7
Mandatory Deliverables
3rd
Party Witnessed
Protocol Overview
Why Aurora runs Factory Acceptance Testing
FAT is a critical step that ensures Aurora LED technology adheres to stringent industry compliance standards and delivers the highest quality assurance. This rigorous process validates compliance with certifications, accreditations, and regulatory requirements specific to the country where the LED system will be installed.
02 · Measurable
Pass / Fail
Every check is binary, instrumented and evidence-backed. Performance, durability and safety are all assessed objectively.
03 · Neutral
Third-Party Venue
Conducted at a certified neutral facility — never inside the supplier's production line — to remove conflicts of interest.
04 · Witnessed
All Parties Present
Customer and Aurora representatives both attend. Sign-off is required before any units leave the factory.
How to use this document
Each section below corresponds to a numbered check group. Tick PASS or FAIL for every line item. If something fails, capture it in the Notes block beneath the table — quoting the section number and the specific check headline so the issue is unambiguous when reviewed later.
Section 1
Comparison of DWG with Manufactured Cabinet
Verify dimensions and component positions against the approved engineering drawings.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1a · Dimensions | |||
| 1.1 | Backbone | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.2 | Frame — bottom, top, sides | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.3 | Corner attachments (for hinges) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.4 | Feet | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.5 | Storm brace | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1b · Position of | |||
| 1.6 | Door | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.7 | Corner attachments (for hinges) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.8 | Position of threads | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.9 | Handles | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.10 | Locks | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.11 | Holes for screws | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.12 | Spacer / bumper (below cabinet) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 1.13 | Storm brace | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 1
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 2
Used Material
Confirm the materials specified in the offer have been used in production.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1 | Check material used for the feet | ☐ | ☐ |
| 2.2 | Check material used for the top paddings | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 2
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 3
LED Tile / Module
Optical and mechanical inspection of the LED modules — including shader, sealing, locks, and thermal allowances.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 | Check type of LED (3535 / 2727 / 2121 …) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3.2 | Check driver chip | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3.3 | Fingernail test on shader (is it possible to remove the first layer with the fingernail) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3.4 | Water test + hard brush on shader | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3.5 | Quality control of the sealing of the LED tile (look for brittle material or cracks) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3.6 | Quality control of the connector at the back of the LED tile | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3.7 | Check fast-locks of LED tiles (as discussed) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3.8 | Double-check locks for the LED tile (same as offered and discussed) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3.9 | Is there a gap between each tile and/or shader to allow for thermal expansion | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3.10 | Check the number of layers and data groups (request access to the Altium files) | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 3
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 4
Backbone
Inspect HUB boards, internal cabling, EMI filtering, and the network & power termination hardware.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1 | Quality control of HUB boards (look for open antennas etc.) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 4.2 | Control of clean cabling | ☐ | ☐ |
| 4.3 | Is the EMI filter installed | ☐ | ☐ |
| 4.4 | Diameter of the cabling (considering the destination country's respective laws) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 4.5 | DIN rail adapter | ☐ | ☐ |
| 4.6 | Wago clamp | ☐ | ☐ |
| 4.7 | Check receiver card type (compare with offer) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 4.8 | Control type of network and power plugs installed | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 4
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 5
EMC Test
EMC equipment — with no custom firmware on either the receivers or the sender.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.1 | 100% white | ☐ | ☐ |
| 5.2 | 50% animation | ☐ | ☐ |
| 5.3 | 10% animation | ☐ | ☐ |
| 5.4 | 100% white after 10 min in heated room (or 15 min on full white) | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 5
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 6
High-Speed Photography
Refresh-rate / scan integrity validated by camera against agreed test imagery.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.1 | 1/2000 @ 1000 nits using agreed test pictures | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 6
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 7
Heat Room
Heat room or device used to bring the hardware up to operating temperature for thermal stress observation.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.1 | Check for discoloration | ☐ | ☐ |
| 7.2 | Check for tile issues or driver issues | ☐ | ☐ |
| 7.3 | Look if the frame is deforming or the top padding is deforming under heat | ☐ | ☐ |
| 7.4 | Check if the shader is deforming under heat | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 7
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 8
Water Test
Confirm the cabinet meets the IP rating quoted in the offer.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Check the cabinet meets the offered specifications regarding IP classification | ☐ | ☐ |
| 8.2 | Use a water sprinkler to verify IP rating | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 8
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 9
Cabinet Performance Test
Maximum-load characterisation: clocks, brightness, power draw, leakage, audio integrity, and content compatibility.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.1 | Test maximum performance of DCLK and GCLK (using NovaLCT and the RCFGX file) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 9.2 | Test maximum brightness of LED in nits at 100% white | ☐ | ☐ |
| 9.3 | Check maximum power consumption at 100% white | ☐ | ☐ |
| 9.4 | Check leakage current | ☐ | ☐ |
| 9.5 | Check whether noises occur during the playback of a colourful animation that may indicate faulty components | ☐ | ☐ |
| 9.6 | Check content and pre-store on both 50 Hz and 60 Hz | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 9
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 10 · Additional
Spare Parts
Reconcile spare-parts kit against the order.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.1 | Check quality and quantity of ordered spare parts | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 10
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 11
Labels & Markings
Serial-number traceability, country compliance marks, and Aurora branding application.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11.1 | Tiles are marked with serial numbers | ☐ | ☐ |
| 11.2 | Hubs are marked with serial numbers | ☐ | ☐ |
| 11.3 | Frame is marked with serial number (product name) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 11.4 | Cabinet is marked & certified with all regulations required for the destination country (CE / WEEE / FCC / UKCA / RCM / RoHS …) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 11.5 | The agreed logo is printed correctly | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 11
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Section 12
Items to be Provided During the FAT
Documentation and configuration files that must be handed over at the FAT.
| # | Check Item | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12.1 | Packing list | ☐ | ☐ |
| 12.2 | Serial-number list of all parts labeled with a serial number (preferably in Excel format) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 12.3 | RCFGX file | ☐ | ☐ |
| 12.4 | FINAL DWG | ☐ | ☐ |
| 12.5 | Calibration files ("burn the program") | ☐ | ☐ |
| 12.6 | Specific Product User Manual for each product (not generic) | ☐ | ☐ |
| 12.7 | Specific Product Installation Manual for each product | ☐ | ☐ |
Notes — Section 12
If something was wrong during the inspection, indicate what was wrong using the tab number above and the check headline.
Hardware Test Battery
Sections 5 — 9 · Instrumented hardware testing
EMC, high-speed photography, heat-soak, ingress protection, and full-load performance — measured under controlled conditions with calibrated instruments.
Pre-FAT Logistics
Equipment to be Provided
Communicate in advance with the factory that the following equipment will be provided. If any item is not available at the factory, take the equipment from the warehouse. Request confirmation in advance for access to the EMC laboratory (if available), heating room and water-test room.
📷
DSLR Camera
Adjustable shutter, minimum 1/2000s — for the high-speed photography test in Section 6.
☀
LUX Meter (Colorimeter)
For brightness measurement in nits at 100% white — Section 9 cabinet performance.
⚡
Ampere Tong
For maximum power consumption and leakage-current measurement — Section 9.
🖥
NOVA Junior UHD + Control Notebook
Sender / control hardware for EMC, performance and content tests across Sections 5 & 9.
Facility Access — Confirm in Advance
Confirm in writing with the factory before travel that the following are accessible on the day:
- EMC laboratory (if available)
- Heating room
- Water-test room
Completion of FAT
FAT Certification
This section certifies the compliance of the Supplier with the FAT Protocol set out above. It must be completed by duly authorised representatives of the Customer and/or Aurora Displays.
| Compliance Measure | Y | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Has the above FAT been completed? | ☐ | ☐ |
Date of FAT
Address of FAT
The following must be completed by the Customer's and/or Aurora Displays's nominated representative at the completion of the FAT:
Customer Representative
Name
Title
Signature
Date
Aurora Displays Representative
Name
Title
Signature
Date
Annexes
Schedules
Schedule 2 — Aurora Displays Marks & Branding Specification
1. Aurora Displays Marks. Refer to the Aurora Style Guide for primary, secondary and monochrome wordmark artwork, the "A" symbol mark, and the dual-colour Aurora / Displays lock-up.
2. Branding Specification. Cabinet branding must follow the dimensions, clear-space and placement rules set out in the Aurora Style Guide. Use only artwork files supplied by Aurora — do not redraw or recolour the marks.
Schedule 3 — Approved Aurora Displays Subcontractors
List of subcontractors approved by Aurora Displays for this scope of supply:
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Questions about our FAT process?
Get in touch or request a quote — our team can walk you through the protocol, confirm the inspection schedule, and supply the compliance documentation pack for your project.