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- Page 1 DCSG Series Digital Counting Scale Dual-Channel Operation Manual Revision 2.0 February 15, 2000...
- Page 2 To extend the life of your digital scale, do not drop items to be weighed onto the platform or overload the scale beyond its rated capacity. Shock-loading and overloading may damage the load cell and void the warranty. © 2000 Transcell Technology, Inc. Contents subject to change without notice. Transcell Technology, Inc.
- Page 3 Electromagnetic Compatibility Statement for Europe PRODUCT DCSG Directives with which this equipment complies Harmonized Standards applied: EMC 89/336/EEC EMC Directive EMC 92/31/EEC EMC Directive EMC 73/23/EEC EMC Directive EN 55011:1991 + A1:1997 + A2:1996 (Group 1, Class B) EN 45501:1993 EN 61000-3-2:1995 + A13:1997 IEC801-2:1991 EN 61000-3-3:1995...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Chapter 1: Introduction to the Transcell DCSG Series Digital Counting Scale ......1-1 Chapter 2: Getting Started ......................2-1 Chapter 3: Basics of Operation ....................3-1 Display ........................3-1 3.1.1 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)................. 3-1 Keyboard ........................3-2 3.2.1... - Page 5 Chapter 5: Setup........................5-1 Setup Overview ......................5-1 Supervisor Menu ...................... 5-1 5.2.1 Configuration Sub-Menu (Config) ..............5-1 5.2.2 Print Format Sub-Menu (PrtFmt) ..............5-2 5.2.2.1 Margins (Margin) ................5-2 5.2.2.2 Header (Header)................5-2 5.2.2.3 Starting Characters (Start) ............5-3 5.2.2.4 Field Selection (Fields) ..............
- Page 6 Calibration Errors ..................C-2 Appendix D: Remote Scale Wiring....................D-1 Remote Scale Wiring....................D-1 LIST OF FIGURES DCSG Series Front Panel ....................1-2 DCSG Back Panel......................2-1 DCSG Display Detail......................3-1 Function and Numeric Keys Layout ..................3-2 Item ID List Screen ......................4-2 Edit Item ID Screen......................
- Page 7 LIST OF TABLES DCSG Series Product Matrix....................1-1 DCSG Series Annunciator Definitions ................3-1 DCSG Sampling Limits ...................... 3-5 Entering Alphanumeric Characters ..................4-3 Configuration Sub-Menu Items................... 5-1 Field Names and Definitions ....................5-4 Local/Remote Scale Sub-Menu Items ................5-8 Field Names and Definitions ....................
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Page 8: Chapter 1: Introduction To The Transcell Dcsg Series Digital Counting Scale
Table 1-1 shows the DCSG series product matrix. If your Model DCSG Series Digital Counting Scale is part of a complete scale system or has been installed for you, it is necessary to read only Chapters 2 through 4 for complete scale op- eration. -
Page 9: Dcsg Series Front Panel
LOCAL REMOTE FUNC TIONS DCSG MODEL FIGURE 1-1: DCSG Series Front Panel Page 1-2... -
Page 10: Chapter 2: Getting Started
CHAPTER 2: GETTING STARTED After unpacking the scale, a small amount of preparation is required before the scale can be used. Please refer to Figure 2-1 below as needed. Remote Scale Connector COM 2 Serial Port (RS-232) (If equipped) DC Power Jack ON/OFF Switch COM 1 Serial Port (RS-232) Figure 2-1: DCSG Back Panel... - Page 11 Step 4. If applicable, install the second serial device to the COM2 serial port. Currently, the second serial device can be a bar code scanner or a computer. Note: Some earlier models do not have a second serial port. 1. Connect the device to the COM2 port using the optional serial cable. See Appendix B for cabling requirements and pinouts.
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Page 12: Chapter 3: Basics Of Operation
3.1.1 LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD) Figure 3-1 shows the display detail of the DCSG Series. As shown in Figure 3-1, the scale displays weight information as well as the soft keys. Soft keys are generic keys whose func- tions change as the scale’s operation changes. -
Page 13: Keyboard
3.2 KEYBOARD The keyboard is composed of six soft keys, six function keys and ten numeric keys. Refer to Fig- ures 3-1 and 3-2 for the overall layout and key locations. LOCAL REMOTE FUNC TIONS FIGURE 3-2: Function and Numeric Keys Layout 3.2.1 SOFT KEYS Here are some soft keys that you will encounter during normal scale operation. -
Page 14: General Scale Operation
3.3 GENERAL SCALE OPERATION 3.3.1 WEIGHING AN ITEM 1. First use the Local/Remote key to select the scale you wish to use to do the weighing. 2. If necessary, press the Zero soft key to obtain a weight reading of zero. 3. -
Page 15: Piece Counting
3.3.5 PIECE COUNTING This mode is used to indicate the number of pieces of an item you have placed on the scale’s platform and is accessed by pressing the SAMPLE soft key. To ensure accuracy, the parts you are counting must be consistent in weight. The scale uses the sampling method to determine the average piece weight (APW) of the items you wish to count. -
Page 16: Dcsg Sampling Limits
MODEL Capacity / Graduation Minimum Piece Weight Minimum Sample Weight DCSG-12 12 x 0.0005 lb 0.0004 lb 0.0125 lb DCSG-30 30 x 0.001 lb 0.0008 lb 0.025 lb DCSG-60 60 x 0.002 lb 0.0016 lb 0.05 lb DCSG-120 120 x 0.005 lb 0.004 lb 0.125 lb DCSG-6M... -
Page 17: Chapter 4: Advanced Features And Operation
NOTE 2: If so equipped, you may use your scale’ s bar code scanner to scan in the Product ID number from a pre-printed label. In order for the scale to properly read the data, a DCSG series scale must have previously printed the label. Page 4-1... -
Page 18: Adding A New Item Entry
ItemID Product ID Name Unit-wt 123456789 EYEBOLT 0.08520 lb PgDn PgUp Recall Edit More FIGURE 4-1: Item ID List Screen 4.2.2 ADDING A NEW ITEM ENTRY 1. Sample the new item or enter its unit weight (APW) into the scale as previously described. -
Page 19: Deleting An Item Entry
To edit the Name field, use the numeric keys to enter alphanumeric characters. Two numeric key strokes are required to enter a single alphanumeric character. Use Table 4-1 to determine how to enter each alpha character. When you are done entering the Name field, press the ENT key. -
Page 20: Memory Accumulator
MEMORY ACCUMULATOR Your scale comes equipped with a handy memory accumulator, which can be used in conjunction with the piece counting feature. As with a hand-held calculator, the memory accumulator can be added to, displayed and cleared at anytime. To access the memory accumulator soft keys, press the FUNCTIONS key. -
Page 21: Chapter 5: Setup
CHAPTER 5: SETUP SETUP OVERVIEW The system setup consists of two setup areas: Supervisor Menu and Setup Menu. The Supervisor Menu allows configuration of items that customize operation of your scale. The Service Menu allows configuration of items that are more technical in nature. The Service Menu allows you to re- calibrate your scale. -
Page 22: Print Format Sub-Menu (Prtfmt)
To access the Configuration sub-menu, follow the instructions below. 1. Enter the Supervisor Menu as described above. The scale prompts for the area to setup. 2. Press the Config soft key. The Configuration sub-menu items are listed above the six soft keys. -
Page 23: Starting Characters (Start)
5.2.2.3 STARTING CHARACTERS (Start) This function allows you to program ASCII control codes which are sent to your printer before the messages and fields. You can program up to six control codes. Consult your printer manual for a list of available commands. 1. -
Page 24: Ending Characters (Ending)
FIELD NAME DEFINITION MSG1 The first alphanumeric message printed in the header. MSG2 The second alphanumeric message printed in the header. MSG3 The third alphanumeric message printed in the header. CR/LF Inserts an extra carriage return / line feed. GROSS WT The gross weight. -
Page 25: Restore Defaults (Deflt)
4. When the control code is highlighted, press the Edit soft key. The scale prompts for a new control code. 5. Use the numeric keys to enter in the new control code in decimal (1-255). 6. Repeat Steps 3 through 5 until all control codes are edited. 7. -
Page 26: Initial Item Id's (Initial)
5.2.4.1 INITIAL ITEM ID’s (Initial) This function is used to erase all stored item ID’s. Use with extreme caution – this process cannot be undone! 1. Enter the Print Format sub-menu as described above. 2. Press the Initial soft key. The scale asks you to confirm this action. 3. -
Page 27: Service Menu
SERVICE MENU The Service Menu is used to configure both the local and remote scales. The local scale is setup and calibrated at the factory. The remote scale can be any size platform with up to four 350Ω load cells. The Service Menu is also used to configure both serial ports. NOTE: Some earlier scales may not be equipped with two serial ports. -
Page 28: Local/Remote Scale Sub-Menu Items
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE (Soft Key Text) CHOICES Graduations Specifies number of full scale graduations. Value should be 1,000 1,500 (Grads) consistent with legal requirements and environmental limits on 2,000 2,500 the useful system resolution. 3,000 4,000 5,000 6,000 7,500 8,000 10,000 12,000 15,000 20,000 24,000 30,000... -
Page 29: Diagnostics Sub-Menu (Diag)
5.3.3 DIAGNOSTICS SUB-MENU (Diag) The Diagnostics sub-menu allows you to test certain parts of the scale’s operation for troubleshooting purposes. Available areas for testing include ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) test, keyboard test and display test. This sub-menu also allows you to key-in the scale’s calibration. -
Page 30: Restore System Defaults Sub-Menu (Sysdft)
5.3.4 RESTORE SYSTEM DEFAULTS SUB-MENU (SysDft) The Restore System Defaults sub-menu allows you completely restore all configuration settings throughout the scale to those programmed at the factory. This procedure will not overwrite your item ID storage. Use with extreme caution – this process cannot be undone! To access the Restore System Defaults sub-menu, follow the instructions below. -
Page 31: Limited Feature Mode (Limited)
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE (Soft Key Text) CHOICES Device (Device) Selects the device connected to the COM1 serial port. The DotPrt for COM1 default setting is LP452. DotPrt should be selected for a dot LP452 matrix serial printer. All others are popular models of thermal TDP5 printers. -
Page 32: Appendix A: Specifications
APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS CONSTRUCTION: OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE: Housings: Gray ABS 32°F to 104°F Sub-Platform: Metal (0°C to 40°C) Platter: Stainless Steel POWER SOURCE: Feet: Non-skid Hard Rubber AC Adapter, 12VDC, 800 mA, included DISPLAY: 240 x 64 Graphic LCD, COM1 SERIAL PORT: EL Backlighting Simplex RS-232, DSUB9M KEYPAD:... -
Page 33: Appendix B: Serial Port Information
APPENDIX B: SERIAL PORT INFORMATION COM1 SERIAL PORT B.1.1 CONNECTING THE SERIAL PRINTER The COM1 serial port is a simplex RS-232 port designed for connection to a serial printer. Figure B-1 shows the serial port pinout. Figure B-2 shows a suggested cable diagram for a dot matrix serial printer. -
Page 34: Default Print Format
B.1.2 DEFAULT PRINT FORMAT Figure B-4 shows the fixed format of the print format. The fields can be enabled or disabled as described in Section 5.2.2.4. FIGURE B-4: Default Print Format for Thermal Printer COM2 SERIAL PORT B.2.1 CONNECTING THE SCANNER, REMOTE DISPLAY OR COMPUTER The COM2 serial port is a full duplex RS-232 port designed for connection to a computer, scanner or remote display. -
Page 35: Full Duplex Modes For Com2
SCALE COMPUTER SCALE SCANNER RXD 2 2 RXD 2 TXD TXD 3 3 TXD RXD 2 S. GND 5 5 S. GND S. GND 5 5 S. GND DSUB9M DSUB9F DSUB9M DSUB9M FIGURE B-6: Cable Diagram for Scale to FIGURE B-7: Cable Diagram for Scale to Computer Scanner B.2.2... -
Page 36: Continuous Mode
“P” - This command is sent to the scale to print the indicated display. The scale will not respond if the scale is in motion, positive overload or negative overload. “Z” - This command is sent to the scale to zero the scale. If the scale is in motion, the scale will wait until a state of equilibrium is achieved. -
Page 37: Appendix C: Error Messages
APPENDIX C: ERROR MESSAGES ERROR MESSAGES If the scale encounters an error condition, it will display a message alerting the operator. A description of each display follows: C.1.1 OPERATOR ERRORS Message Explanation Maximum Scale Weight Indicates that the weighing capacity of the selected Exceeded scale has been exceeded. -
Page 38: Calibration Errors
C.1.2 CALIBRATION ERRORS Message Explanation Scale Not Ready Scale is unstable or there is an internal error in the scale. ERROR: Value Exceeds Scale Indicates that the test weight value you have chosen exceeds the scale’s capacity. Capacity ERROR: Value <1% of Scale Indicates that the test weight value you have chosen is Capacity less than 1% of the scale’s capacity. -
Page 39: Appendix D: Remote Scale Wiring
APPENDIX D: REMOTE SCALE WIRING REMOTE SCALE WIRING The DCSG ships with a 15 ft shielded load cell cable for connection to the remote platform’s load cell(s) or junction box. The DCSG supplies enough current to drive up to 4-350Ω load cells. 1. - Page 40 Twelve (12) months from date of shipment from manufacturer. These warranties are made upon the express condition that: 1) Transcell Technology, Inc. is given prompt written notice upon discovery by Buyer of such non- conformity, with a detailed explanation of the alleged deficiencies;...