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All information contained within this publication is, to the best of our knowledge, complete and accurate at the time of publication. Rice Lake Weighing Systems reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice.
Reset the Load Cell Calibration ............... . 19 Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
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8.0 Specifications ............... . . 34 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost.
MSI-3460 Challenger 3, MSI-4260 Port-A-Weigh or MSI-7300 Dyna-Link 2. It is fully sealed for outdoor use in most ambient conditions and enhances the safety and usability of Rice Lake’s Dyna-Link and crane scale systems. The MSI-8000 RF Remote Display uses a rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery, providing up to 24 hours (typical) of continuous use between charges.
150964 Cable Assembly Serial cable terminated with female DB-9 connector 151095 Audible Alarm Contact factory for further information 182223 12 V Car Charger Adapter for MSI-8000 RF Remote Display Battery charger for use in a 12 V vehicle – RS-232 serial-output cable With D-9 connector 13' (4 m) –...
Introduction Front Panel The MSI-8000 RF Remote Display front panel, keys and annunciators are described below Figure 1-1. Front Panel Key Functions Item No. Description The F1 key; Programmable to user selectable functions 9); Default = Off; (Section 4.3 on page Functions as the Enter/Select key in the setup menus The F2 key;...
The MSI-8000 RF Remote Display is often shipped pre-configured with a compatible sensor unit such as an Dyna-Link 2 or one of the MSI crane scales. If the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display is purchased separately, or is to be used with a different system, the RF transceivers will have to be paired (Section 4.4 on page...
Battery Longevity The Lithium Polymer Single Cell Battery used in the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display has a rated number of charges of ≥ 300 before capacity starts to degrade. The charging life can be greatly increased by charging the battery more often, and not let it reach the battery cutoff voltage of 3.0 V.
MSI-8000 RF Remote Display Operation This section provides an overview of the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display operation instructions. Power Press to power the indicator On/Off. POWER Ensure the recommended power supply is secured prior to device operation (Section 2.3 on page...
MSI-8000 RF Remote Display Setup This section provides an overview of the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display setup instructions. Setup Navigation To navigate the menus during setup, follow the information below: • Press to enter or select a parameter • Press to scroll through the parameters •...
There are two programmable function keys on the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display, • Function key setup is independent of the connected scale function keys • are standard on the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display and do not need to be programmed PRINT TARE •...
MSI-8000 RF Remote Display 4.3.3 Net/Gross Program an (Section 4.3 on page F-key NetGross Press to toggle between gross and net (gross minus tare). only functions if a tare has been Fx-NetGross Fx-NetGross established. The operator can switch back to gross from net without clearing the tare value. Only clearing or setting a new tare will change the tare value held before switching into Gross Mode.
The Print function is set to to Print. , so there is no need to program PRINT Pushing on the scale will cause the comm port on the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display to output the selected data string (Section 6.2.1 on page 20). If an is programmed as Print and if Print Setup is configured as continuous, then is used for Start Print/Stop Print.
MSI-8000 RF Remote Display Setpoints The MSI-8000 RF Remote Display supports eight setpoints. Common uses of setpoints are for warnings or process control. The front panel comes standard with two LED outputs for when setpoints 1 and 2 are triggered.
This disables the display in order to reduce power consumption and increase battery life. After several seconds, the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display wakes up to check for any changes in tension. If there is a change in tension, the unit stays awake.
The MSI-8000 RF Remote Display can be used to operate several MSI crane scales (MSI-4260, MSI-3460 and MSI-7300). Some functions can also be set using the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display. The information in this section pertains to the setup of the scale being used with the remote.
If the linked scale/Dyna-Link is sealed for NTEP approval, the seal will need to be broken and the calibration switch Note on the linked scale/Dyna-Link will need to be pressed for the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display to perform the calibration. Initial Calibration Initial calibration is used to setup units, capacity and resolution (d) required for the load cell.
C-Cal is generated. The C-Cal number must be known prior to starting this procedure. Rice Lake prints this number on the serial number label of new scales. C-Cal reduces slightly the accuracy of the system and is intended for non-critical use only. For highest accuracy, calibrate with precision test weights.
• MSI-8000 based RF systems are peer to peer; For multiple scale connections, the MSI-8000 acts as the network coordinator The MSI-8000 RF Remote Display uses three numbers to establish a piconet. A piconet is a network that is created using a wireless Bluetooth connection.
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MSI-8000 RF Remote Display 6.2.1.2 Standard Print Strings Commands that can be used to format gross, net and print strings are shown below. Command Description <T> Load data <U> Units <M> Load mode (lb/kg) <CRLF> Carriage return line feed <SP>...
Table 6-7. RF Setup Parameters Transmission strength should be set to the lowest setting possible to achieve the transmission required. Note Both scale/Dyna-Link and MSI-8000 RF Remote Display should be set at the same transmission strength setting. Setting RF Power Level...
Setup Multiple Sensor Network The MSI-8000 RF Remote Display can monitor up to four load sensors. The sensors can be read individually, in pairs or summed. Dyna-Link 2 is shown for illustration purposes only. The Challenger 3 or Port-A-Weigh can also be used.
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6. When correct number of scales/Dyna-Link 2 attached (2-4) displays, press . This number does not include the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display or any modems. displays. 7. Press . The Load Totaling setting displays. 8. Press to scroll through numbers and to save the selected numbers.
Figure 6-2. Standard Adapter Cable (PN 148624) Connector – M12 industrial IP67 rated. An adapter cable (PN 150964) is required to connect the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display to a computer. This adapter cable converts the 8000 connector to a standard D9 serial connector. The 503489 cable can be converted to DTE by using a Null Modem adapter.
NOTE: Normally open relays (1 Form A) can be made to function as normally closed (1 Form B) by programming the setpoint as a less than type. If the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display is turned off or loses power, the relays will open.
All radio options meet FCC and international radio compliance per the certification information listed in this section. These modules may have additional international certifications that are not listed in this section. Please contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems if you require operation in a jurisdiction that is not listed.
MSI-8000 RF Remote Display Troubleshooting This section provides an overview of the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display troubleshooting and maintenance instructions. Problem Possible Cause Solution Discharged battery Recharge the battery The display is blank when the power Defective battery Replace the battery (factory replacement only)
Troubleshooting Error Codes The MSI-8000 RF Remote Display ScaleCore processor detects errors and generates error codes to aid in troubleshooting. Error Code Definition Comment LC Disabled A Load cell was not enabled The system is in calibration mode; In Cal ...
The latest firmware code is available from the MSI Service Department and can be emailed on request. The firmware version displays when the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display is turned on in form “01-04” (version may vary). MSI-8000 RF Remote Display firmware updates do not require a recalibration of the connected scale.
5. Change the terminal serial port to 38400 BAUD. Hit the ‘r’ key to refresh the display. The following menu should appear: MSI-8000 RF Remote Display SCALECORE2 BOOT LOADER Ver. 00-05 (c) 2012-05-02 10:55 (u) Download and program application code (bootloader version may vary)
IP65 with charger port plug installed Calibration No Calibration parameters are stored in the MSI-8000 RF Remote Display; It can be used to calibrate an RF connected scale Auto-Off Mode Prolongs battery life by turning the power off after 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes (operator determined) of no weight activity Units kg, lb, tons (US short ton), metric tons, kilonewtons (other units available with custom calibrations);...
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Specifications subject to change without notice. Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company. 230 W. Coleman St. • Rice Lake, WI 54868 • USA U.S. 800-472-6703 • Canada/Mexico 800-321-6703 • International 715-234-9171 • Europe +31 (0)26 472 1319...
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