Doran PC-500 Instruction Manual

Doran PC-500 Instruction Manual

Portion control scale

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Model PC-500
Portion Control Scale
Instruction Manual
Doran Scales, Inc.
1315 Paramount Pkwy
Batavia, IL 60510
1-800-262-6844
www.doranscales.com
MAN0266 Revision 0.3

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  • Page 1 Model PC-500 Portion Control Scale Instruction Manual Doran Scales, Inc. 1315 Paramount Pkwy Batavia, IL 60510 1-800-262-6844 www.doranscales.com MAN0266 Revision 0.3...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1. Unpacking and Installation ................1 Unpacking: ................................. 1 Installation: ................................1 Electrical Connections: .............................. 1 Care & Cleaning: ............................... 2 Section 2. Scale Operations Guide ................3 Display Functions: ..............................3 Basic Weighing: ................................. 3 Units Select: ................................
  • Page 4: Section 1. Unpacking And Installation

    Section 1. Unpacking and Installation Unpacking: Before unpacking your Doran scale, please read the instructions in this section. Your new scale is a durable industrial product, but it is also a sensitive weighing instrument. Normal care should be taken when handling and using this product.
  • Page 5: Care & Cleaning

    Do not overload the scale.  Do not use sharp objects to press any of the buttons.  Always use the PC-500 on a stable, vibration-free surface for best weighing results.  Do not lift the scale by the weighing platform.
  • Page 6: Section 2. Scale Operations Guide

    When the batteries need to be changed, the “LOW BATT” indicator illuminates. Power: The PC-500 is powered by six (6) D alkaline batteries or an optional AC wall transformer. Turn the scale on or off by pressing ON/OFF. Automatic Sleep Function: The PC-500 has a feature called “Auto Shut-down”...
  • Page 7: Section 3. Setup And Calibration Guide

    Optional RS-232 Connection: The PC-500 has a standard RS-232 output. To use this feature, the optional RS-232 cable is required. WARNING: Installing this option incorrectly will allow water to enter the scale and void the scale warranty.
  • Page 8: Optional Remote Zero Switch

    Optional Remote Zero Switch: The PC-500 has an optional remote zero switch. To use this feature, the optional Zero Switch is required. WARNING: Installing this option incorrectly will allow water to enter the scale and void the scale warranty. To install this option: 1.
  • Page 9: Calibration And Parameter Setup

    Calibration and Parameter Setup: 1. After turning on the PC-500, turn the scale over. If the battery compartment 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 battery compartment, and push the CAL button.
  • Page 10: Calibration Troubleshooting

    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. Acceptable “Raw Counts”...
  • Page 11: Section 4. Parameter Setup

    To exit the setup mode, press and release the UNITS button until the scale returns to the weighing mode. At this time the parameter changes will be saved. Setup information is not saved until the PC-500 exits the setup mode. A power failure while in the Setup Mode will cause changes to be lost.
  • Page 12: Section 5. Setup Menus Explained

    Section 5. Setup Menus Explained Resolution Setup Menu Select Scale Capacity (lbs) # of scale displayed divisions is 2,500. NOTE: Use this resolution for Legal for Trade applications. # of scale displayed divisions is 5,000 # of scale displayed divisions is 10,000 Capacity Setup Menu Select Scale Capacity (lbs) Scale capacity set to 5 pounds...
  • Page 13: 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 14: Start Up Zero

    Start Up Zero Suo * Controls the start-up zero point Scale will NOT zero on power up. Calibrated zero is loaded on power-up. Scale will zero up to 100% of scale capacity on power-up. Scale will zero up to 20% of scale capacity on power-up.
  • Page 15: Data Format

    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. Baud Rate b.r. Serial port transmission rate ↑ 1200 Baud (bits per second)
  • Page 16: Units Enabled

    g Units Enabled Enables/Disables grams ↑ g is enabled. g is disabled. 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.
  • Page 17: Section 6. Data Communications

    Section 6. 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 18 “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 19 “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”...
  • Page 20: 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.)
  • Page 21: Section 7. Specifications

    Section 7. Specifications Resolution: 2500d, 5000d or 10000d Power Supply: Six (6) D cell alkaline batteries 1,000 hour battery life Optional Wall Transformer output: 12VDC, 300mA Positive (-) center 0.66” high LCD Display: Displayed units: lb, oz, kg, g and lb-oz Capacities: 5,10 and 25 and 50 lbs Printer Interface:...
  • Page 22: Section 8. Troubleshooting

    Section 8. 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 23: Error Messages

    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 24 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.

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