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- Page 1 Model PC-400 Portion Control Scale Technical Manual Doran Scales, Inc. 1315 Paramount Pkwy Batavia, IL 60510 1-800-262-6844 www.doranscales.com MAN0231 Revision 3.2...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1. Unpacking and Installation ................1 Unpacking:...............................1 Installation: ..............................1 Electrical Connections:..........................1 Care & Cleaning: .............................1 Section 2. Scale Operations Guide ................2 Display Functions: ...........................2 Basic Weighing:............................2 Units Select: ............................2 Battery: ..............................2 Power: ..............................2 Automatic Sleep Function: ........................2 Section 3. -
Page 3: Section 1. Unpacking And Installation
Do not drop or overload the scale. • Do not use sharp objects to press any of the buttons. • Always use the PC-400 on a stable, vibration-free surface for best • weighing results. Do not immerse. •... -
Page 4: Section 2. Scale Operations Guide
Turn the scale on or off by pressing ON/OFF. Automatic Sleep Function: The PC-400 has a feature called “Auto Shut-down” that turns the scale off after a preset time of no activity. This helps conserve battery life. The preset time is selectable from 1 minute to 60 minutes or it can be disabled so the scale remains on continuously. -
Page 5: Section 3. Setup And Calibration Guide
Compartment Cover 1) After applying power to the PC-400, remove the platter, turn the scale over. If the calibration bolt has a lead and wire seal, you will require the assistance of a state certified scale technician to retain legal for trade status. Remove the calibration bolt as shown above, place a thin blunt object through the hole and press straight down. -
Page 6: Calibration Troubleshooting
“Raw Counts” can be viewed through the last setup parameter. Refer to Section 4, Parameter Setup, for more information regarding parameter viewing. If the scale’s raw counts are not within the ranges specified in the following table, contact a Doran certified scale technician or Doran’s Technical Assistance department at 800-262-6844. Scale Capacity Acceptable “Raw Counts”... -
Page 7: Section 4. Battery Care And Use
When the scale is fully charged, all four battery charge status annunciators will remain on. It takes approximately four hours to completely recharge the battery. The PC-400 can be used while it is being recharged. The battery charge status annunciators will not be visible when the scale is powered... -
Page 8: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement: The Model PC-400 is powered by an internal rechargeable battery. If the battery loses its ability to maintain a charge, it will need to be replaced (P/N BAT0013). Before changing the battery, execute the Battery Conditioning sequence above to ensure the battery can no longer hold a charge. -
Page 9: Section 5. Parameter Setup
UNITS button until the scale returns to the weight mode. NOTE: No setup information is saved until the PC-400 exits the setup mode. A power failure while in the Setup Mode will cause changes to be lost. -
Page 10: Section 6. Setup Menus Explained
Section 6. Setup Menus Explained Resolution (divisions) Setup Menu Select Scale Capacity (lbs) # of scale displayed divisions is 2500. (default for 5lb and 10lb scales.) Use this resolution for NTEP applications. # of scale displayed divisions is 5000. # of scale displayed divisions is 10000. (default for 2lb scales.) Capacity Setup Menu Select Scale Capacity (lbs) -
Page 11: Auto Off Mode
Auto Off Mode Auto Off Mode The amount of time before the scale will ↑ shut off, if not in use. (Stays on if plugged in.) Off. Scale will run continually 60 minutes 30 minutes 20 minutes 10 minutes 5 minutes 4 minutes 3 minutes 2 minutes... -
Page 12: Start Up Zero
Data Format For. Format of transmitted data from the ↑ serial port Basic data format. Basic dual print format. Includes metric weight. Legacy data format. Output NOT Legal for Trade. Basic format for an Eltron SSP printer. Call Doran for details. -
Page 13: Baud Rate
Baud Rate b.r. Serial port transmission rate ↑ 1200 Baud (bits per second) 2400 Baud (bits per second) 4800 Baud (bits per second) 9600 Baud (bits per second) Battery Charge Status Indicator Controls the battery charge status ↑ indicators Battery charge status indicators on. The battery charge status indicators will behave as described in the Battery Section. -
Page 14: Startup Units
Startup Units Units Determines scale startup units ↑ Scale starts up in lb. lb:oz * Scale starts up in lb:oz. Scale starts up in oz. Scale starts up in kg. Scale starts up in g. Raw Counts ###### Raw counts from A/D converter View these numbers if calibration is unsuccessful. -
Page 15: Section 7. Data Communications
Section 7. Data Communications Introduction to data communications: Basic understanding of serial data communications is needed when setting up the PC400 to communicate with a printer or PC. When setting up a serial communications system, there are two concerns which affect the configuration of that system. - Page 16 “F1” Example (Negative weight, in motion) ◙ ☻- 2.452 LBM♪ “F1” Print String Definition for Each Weight Unit: Pounds STX | POL | WEIGHT| SP | LB | ST | CR | LF Ounces STX | POL | WEIGHT| SP | OZ | ST | CR | LF Kiligrams STX | POL | WEIGHT| SP | KG | ST | CR | LF Grams...
- Page 17 “SP” Example (Negative weight, in motion) ◙ FR"L1" ◙ ◙ - 1.052 ◙ ◙ ◙ MOT. ◙ - 0.478 ◙ ◙ P1,1 “SP” Print String Definition for Each Weight Unit: Pounds FR”L1” | LF | ? | LF | POL | WEIGHT | LF | lb | LF | GS | LF | ST | LF | POL | WEIGHT2 | LF | kg | LF | P1,1 | LF Ounces FR”L1”...
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Page 18: Remote Scale Commands
Remote Scale Commands: The scale will respond to the following single letter ASCII commands. “W” initiates transmission of current weight data (if scale is stable). “U” changes the displayed weight units. “Z” zeroes the scale (if in motion, scale will wait until stable, then zero.) RS-232 Cable: A 9 Pin female RS-232 cable can be purchased that interfaces with the headphone style jack at the rear of the scale (P/N PCOPT05). -
Page 19: Section 8. Specifications
Section 8. Specifications Resolution: 2500d (NTEP), 5000d or 10000d Power Supply: Wall Transformer output: (scale input) 12VDC, 300mA Positive (+) center Internal, rechargeable battery Display: 0.66” high LCD Displayed units: lb, oz, kg, g and lb-oz Indicator Capacities: 2, 5,10 and 20 lbs Printer Interface: Bi-directional RS-232 Calibration:... -
Page 20: Section 9. Troubleshooting
Section 9. Troubleshooting General problem resolution: Problem: What to Do or Check: Weight reading will not repeat or Make sure that the scale platter is not scale does not return to zero when rubbing or touching the scale cover. Verify weight is removed. - Page 21 Error Messages: Error Message: What to do or check: The scale is attempting to zero on power-up. This message will remain until the scale is stable. Air currents or vibration may be the cause. If Ldg 0 problem persists, the pcb or load cell may be damaged.
- Page 22 The calibration zero is out of range. Error is displayed after a ZERO calibration attempt. Press zero to clear this error. rg Er Refer to the analog setup section for additional information. Motherboard or load cell may need to be replaced. Raw counts for the span calibration is too low.
- Page 23 Doran’s liability under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective product and in no event shall Doran Scales, Inc. be liable for consequential or indirect damages to equipment or personnel. Nor shall Doran Scales.