Internal Scope of TI-500 RF Series Out of the box, the TI-500 RF series indicator operates as a basic, cabled digital weight indica- tor. The load cell(s) and/or j-box is connected to the indicator’s internal A/D convertor. This con- figuration is depicted in the following diagram: When sold as part of a Smarter Weigh™...
Our products currently use reliable and popular Bluetooth® wireless technology. This manual covers installation, configuration and calibration of the RF scale system. For opera- tion and troubleshooting, please refer to the separate user’s guide. Installation of TI-500 RF digital indicator Find a suitable location for the indicator and use the included bracket to mount the unit to a wall or table.
The TI-500 RF digital indicator may also be powered by the AC wall adaptor included with the kit. The TI-500 RF digital indicator features one full duplex RS-232 serial port, designed for connec- tion to a computer or a serial printer. The same port may be also used as a simplex, RS-232 port designed for connection to a remote display.
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CONNECTING THE WEIGH PLATFORM The TI-500 RF SS indicator contains a connection terminal on the main board for connection to the load cell cable. Connect your shielded load cell cable (not included) to the appropriate ter- minal on the main board. NOTE: Be sure to set parameter F11 for 4 or 6 wires as needed. Load Cell Terminal (J3) Name Function...
Installation of TI-500 RFTM remote wireless A/D Module Physical installation The remote wireless A/D module is designed to fit into a pre-defined opening: An optional mounting bracket is also available. Electrical Connections The RF A/D module requires an external 6VDC power supply. Single channel units require about 60 mA of current to drive four 350 ohm load cells (20 mA plus 10 mA per load cell).
Installation of LCT-1 remote wireless digital junction box Physical installation Find a suitable location for the digital junction box and use the mounting tabs to mount the unit to a wall or table. The junction box may be mounted vertically or horizontally. Use this handy guide for mounting the box to a wall or table:...
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Electrical Connections The top cover must first be removed to make the appropriate connections to the weigh platform. To remove the top cover, simply remove the six (6) screws that secure it to the enclosure and set aside. Caution! Disconnect power source from junction box prior to removing top cover. Note: If the optional control panel was ordered, you need not make connections to the LCT-1 for power supply, serial device or on/off control...
Connecting your load cell(s) The LCT-1 contains four connection terminals on the main board – one for each load cell: LC1: J1 LC2: J5 LC3: J6 LC4: J7 Connect your load cell cable (not included) to the appropriate terminal on the main board. Caution! Strip each load cell wire back 10 mm and tin before inserting into the spring loaded terminals.
Entering the Setup (“F”) Configuration Menu To access this menu, please follow these directions: 1. Switch off the RF digital indicator by pressing and holding down the ZERO/OFF key for about 5 seconds. 2. Press and hold down the ON/PRINT key (about 20 seconds) until the screen shows “-F-”.
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CODE/NAME DESCRIPTION SELECTION LIST Sets the level at which motion is detected. If motion is not detected, 0.5d 1d√ √ √ √ Motion Band the scale can process a Print or Zero command. Maximum value varies depending on local regulations. Expressed as scale divisions per second (d/s).
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CODE/NAME DESCRIPTION SELECTION LIST Places indicator into the zero calibration routine. Scrolling down with Press ZERO key Zero Calibra- the ZERO key one level begins the procedure. to begin sequence tion Places indicator into the span calibration routine. Scrolling down with Press ZERO key Span Calibra- the ZERO key one level begins the procedure.
CODE/NAME DESCRIPTION SELECTION LIST Selects the range within which the scale will automatically clear the Key-in Gross Zero tare and switch to Gross mode. Note that the scale must be in stand- 0 - 10 Band still. Selections are in display divisions (d). Scrolling down with the 0√...
Entering the User (“A”) or COM (“C”) Menu NOTE: Follow the same steps to enter the COM (“C”) Menu– just substitute “C” for “A” be- 1. Switch off the RF digital indicator by pressing and holding down the ZERO/OFF key for about 5 seconds.
User (“A”) and COM (“C”) Menu Descriptions This section provides more detailed descriptions of the selections found in the User Menu Chart. Factory-set defaults are shown in bold with a checkmark; (√). CODE/NAME DESCRIPTION SELECTION LIST A1/C1 Selects the baud rate for data transmission through the serial port. 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 √...
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CODE/NAME DESCRIPTION SELECTION LIST A9/C9 Allows you to key-in the number of line feeds. Pressing the ZERO Key-in Line Feeds key to scroll down one level begins the sequence. 0 to 99 8√ √ √ √ Allows you to configure the automatic power off time for the RF digital Key-in Auto Power Off indicator.
CODE/NAME DESCRIPTION SELECTION LIST Allows you to set the system time and date. Pressing the ZERO key Press ZERO key Set System to scroll down one level begins the sequence. to begin sequence Time & Date Allows you to configure the automatic power off time of the RF indica- Key-in Low Battery tor after it enters a low battery condition.
8. After entering the exact value, press the NET/GROSS key to save the value. The screen displays “n¬_xx” where ‘xx’ is the current minute, e.g. “55”. One digit will be flashing. 9. Use the four directional keys to adjust the displayed value to the actual minute value. In- crease the flashing digit by pressing the UNITS key.
A24-U5 Serial Test – Transmits a data string continuously out both serial ports (“TEST1” on COM1 and “TEST2” on COM2). End test manually by pressing the MODE (Set) key. A24-U6 Keyboard Test – Displays a keycode for each key pressed on the keypad. See Table below.
Bluetooth (“B”) Menu Descriptions This section provides more detailed descriptions of the selections found in the Bluetooth Menu Chart. Factory-set defaults are shown in bold with a checkmark; (√). CODE/NAME DESCRIPTION SELECTION LIST This parameter allows you to adjust (‘tweak’) the digital corner com- Key-in Adjust Load pensation factory for load cell/corner #1.
SYSTEM CALIBRATION Calibration Overview Digital system calibration is accomplished in two steps: zero calibration (F16) and span calibra- tion (F17). You may restore factory calibration values via the B6 menu. In the unlikely event that any calibration value is lost, the setup menu makes provisions for re- entering these values via F19 and F20;...
Digital Zero/Span Calibration (F16 and F17) 1. Switch off the RF digital indicator by pressing and holding the ZERO/OFF key for about 5 seconds. 2. Enter the Setup mode by pressing and holding the ON/PRINT key for about 20 seconds or until the screen shows “F”.
Key-In Zero Calibration Value (F19) Note: This procedure is intended for emergency use only in the case of non-volatile memory loss. A valid zero calibration value, obtained from a successful F16 calibration procedure, must be used. While in the Setup mode, scroll to "F 19", and then scroll down once using the ZERO key. The display will momentarily show "CAL 0", then “E CAL0”...
Restore Factory Calibration (B6) – wireless systems only Caution: This action cannot be undone. 1. Switch off the RF digital indicator by pressing and holding the ZERO/OFF key for about 5 seconds. 2. Enter the Setup mode by pressing and holding the ON/PRINT key for about 20 seconds or until the screen shows “F”.
SERIAL PORT INFO SERIAL PORT MODES DEMAND DUPLEX MODE The Demand Duplex Mode provides a two way serial transmission mode. In this mode, the output information is transmitted on demand; either by pressing the PRINT key on the indicator’s front panel or upon receiving a recognized command from a host device (i.e.
OUTPUT STRINGS TEXT PRINT TICKET The Text Print Ticket is designed specifically for a serial printer. ID. NO. 123456 GROSS 25.00 lb TARE 1.48 lb 23.52 lb DATE 03/01/2011 NOTES: 1. The TARE and NET fields are not printed unless a tare has been established in the system.
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