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WEIGHT INDICATOR Installation and Technical Manual 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 203 E. Daugherty, Webb City, MO 64870 USA Printed in USA Ph: 417-673-4631 Fax: 417-673-2153 11/14 www.cardinalscale.com Technical Support: Ph: 866-254-8261 tech@cardet.com 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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Configuration and upgrades can easily be performed in the field, while still maintaining the rigid control the most demanding installations require. This flexibility insures the Model 205 will be able to meet your weight indicating needs for years to come.
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CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. ATTENTION: RISQUE D'EXPLOSION SI LA BATTERIES EST REMPLACE'E PAR UN TYPE INCORRECT. REJETEZ LES BATTERIES UTILISE'ES SELON LES INSTRUCTIONS. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
1 ea 20mA output-only ports (uses one of the four RS-232 ports) 1 ea bi-directional 20mA port (uses one of the four RS-232 ports) 1 ea USB port (uses one of the four RS-232 ports) 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
Any application affected by vibration or movement on ® the scale platform can benefit using StableSENSE 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
ALWAYS store and transport electronic printed circuit cards and components in anti-static protective bags or packaging. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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SITE PREPARATION REQUIREMENTS The Cardinal 205 indicator is a precision weight-measuring instrument. As with any precision instrument, they require an acceptable environment to operate at peak performance and reliability. This section is provided to assist you in obtaining such an environment.
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RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) in a digital weight indicator is weight indication instability during a radio transmission. Cardinal digital weight indicators are designed with special grounding and RFI shielding to achieve a high degree of immunity to common RFI. To maximize the digital weight indicator’s immunity to radio transmissions, follow these guidelines: 1.
The Model 205 Indicator is housed in a Stainless Steel wall or desk-mount enclosure. The gimbal may be mounted on a desktop or other smooth, flat, horizontal surface or may be mounted on a wall.
If sense leads ARE used (as in motor truck scales), these plug-in jumpers should be positioned on one plug-in pin only or removed and stored for later use (see Figure No. 10). 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
The sense wires must be connected between the +SENS, -SENS terminals on the indicator and the +EXCITATION, -EXCITATION wires of the load cells or the +SENS, -SENS terminals of the load cell trim board or the section seal trim board. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
INSTALLATION, CONT. Serial I/O Cable Installation The 205 indicator may be connected to a printer to record weight and associated data or it may be connected to a remote display or to a computer for transmission of weight data. The weight data may be transmitted on demand (pressing the PRINT key or on receipt of a command from the computer).
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Interconnect Wiring for 20mA Current Loop Operation Peripheral Device has PASSIVE END of Current Loop. Figure No. 8 PORT RS-232 20mA TXD0 RXD0 TXD1 RXD1 TXD2 RXD2 TXD3 RXD3 * Mutually exclusive ** Mutually exclusive 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
INSTALLATION, CONT. USB Interface The 205 indicator USB Interface is a standard full speed (12Mbps) USB 2.0 device port. It can be connected to a USB 2.0 host, with the Cardinal Scale 8200-B163-0A USB CABLE or an industry standard USB 2.0 cable, to be used as the COM3 serial I/O port set to 8 bit data, 1 stop bit, no parity, 9600 to 115.2k baud.
(P3) on the back of the PC board (see Figure No. 10). The 8 inputs are defined as follows: TERMINAL NO. Function SRC 12-24VDC Gross Print Zero Tare UNITS START STOP NOTE: The input must be momentarily connected to GND to initiate the function. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
Main PCB Jumpers J2 – REMOTE INPUT SRC (SOURCE) The Remote Input SRC jumper J2, when connected, allows the 205 indicator to supply (source) 12-24VDC to a solid-state relay or other load of 200 ohms or greater. The positive connection from the relays must be connected to the remote input connector pins and the negative wire from the relays to the GND/SHLD pin.
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KEYPAD FUNCTIONS The Model 205 is equipped with a 7-key keypad. The keypad is used to enter commands and data into the indicator. This section describes each key along with its normal function. It is helpful to refer to the actual indicator while reading this section.
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This combination will display the Gross accumulator. AND NET/GROSS KEY, NET/GROSS KEY, PRINT KEY This combination will print the Gross accumulator. AND NET/GROSS KEY, NET/GROSS KEY, ZERO KEY This combination will zero (clear) the Gross accumulator. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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2. All vertical segments and decimal points will turn on (no annunciators). 3. All annunciators will turn on. 4. All display elements off. 5. The model number (205) and the software version X.X. 6. The calibration numbers (C1 to C4). AND PRINT KEY This combination is used to change the selected print ticket format.
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This annunciator is located to the right of the weight display and is used to indicate that the displayed unit of weight measurement is tonnes (metric tons). 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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205 keypad. • Pressing the TARE/ENTER key will cause the data entered or displayed to be retained and the 205 to advance to the next prompt. • The functions of numeric keys are replaced by using the UNITS/LEFT ARROW and the /UP ARROW keys.
TARE/ENTER key to save it. USA=1 (Domestic) USA=0 (International) Trl = no Trl = yes Cap + 4% to OC Cap + 9 grads to OC PT printed with tare Lamp test on power up 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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TARE/ENTER key to save it. Allowable values are: 1 through 99. In either case, if the setting displayed is acceptable, press the TARE/ENTER key again it. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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TARE/ENTER key again to save it. Otherwise, use the /UP ARROW key to toggle to a new setting and then press the TARE/ENTER key to save it. PUO=1 (Yes) PUO=0 (No) Automatic Re-Zero on Power-Up No Re-Zero on Power-Up 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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TARE/ENTER key to save it. Otherwise, use the /UP ARROW and UNITS/LEFT ARROW keys to enter the new Scale ID and then press the TARE/ENTER key to save the new setting. Allowable values are: 0 through 99. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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REMOTE, then both indicators MUST have Rev 2.6.3 or greater software installed. If a combination of 200, 205, 210 or 215 and a 225 indicator are to be used in a LOCAL/REMOTE configuration, then the remote 200, 205, 210 or 215 indicator MUST have Rev 2.6.1 or greater software installed, and the 225 indicator MUST...
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If the displayed value is acceptable, press the TARE/ENTER key to save it. Otherwise, use the /UP ARROW and UNITS/LEFT ARROW keys to enter a new setting and then press the TARE/ENTER key to save it. Allowable values for the stable count are: 3 through 255. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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3. F= FILTER SETTING (1 to 99) determination: Set to desired results. 4. If stability is unacceptable with any setting of F=, reduce the sample rate and/or increase the break range, b= setting for increased filtering. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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TARE/ENTER key to advance to the Sio menu. CALIBRATION MODES The 205 indicator has five modes that can be used to perform calibration. Three of the modes require a test load or test weights, one requires the scale to be empty (and at zero) and the last uses the calibration “C”...
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• Starting at the left and advancing right, a series of dashes will appear on the display. The dashes will stay on the display momentarily, then disappear, after which the display will show: Sio?. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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The display will show CAL2=0. This is the second of two calibration steps. • Remove the weights on the scale platform, and then press the ZERO key. • The display will advance to Sio?. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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NOTE: If any components have been changed that affect calibration and/or your scale is used in a commercial application and must be "Legal for Trade" you cannot use the “C” numbers to re-calibrate. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
Using the /UP ARROW and UNITS/LEFT ARROW keys, input the tweak weight value (pressing the NET key will change the sign) and then press the TARE/ENTER key to save it and advance to the Sio? menu. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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No Continuous Output If Cont0= YES (Continuous Output) is selected, an additional prompt, tYPE0= will be displayed. If Cont0= no (No Continuous Output) is selected, proceed to the Weight On Demand section. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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CZ = center of zero MO = motion ee = weight not currently being displayed cr = Carriage Return (hex 0D) The SB-80, SB-300 (multiple displays not supported) and WinVRS use the SB-400 format. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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Where: stx = Start of TeXt (hex 02) swa =, swb=, swc= Status Bytes xxxxxx= Displayed Weight, Gross or Net Weight (Six Digits) cr = Carriage Return (hex 0D) sum= Checksum Character 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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If there is no decimal point, then the first character is a space. Leading zero blanking applies. Status = Provides information on the weight reading. The characters G/N/U/O/M/E represent Gross/Net/Underload/Overload/Motion/Error respectively. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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SETUP AND CALIBRATION, CONT. Weight On Demand If continuous output has not been selected for Serial Port 0 (Cont0=NO), the 205 indicator will respond to a weight request (ENQ). The host device (computer) sends: ENQ - (hex 05) The 205 will respond: <s><xxxxxx><d><uu><m><cc><cr>...
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Sio Port 2 (serial input/output) and proceed to the Sio 3? menu, press the TARE/ENTER key again. To configure the Sio 2, press the /UP ARROW key to select YES and then press the TARE/ENTER key. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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6 = Number Only 7 = Toledo Long/Short 8 = SB500 with Traffic Light 9 = Ranger 5000 Format A If tYPE2=7 (Toledo Long/Short) is selected, an additional prompt, tShort will be displayed. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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TARE/ENTER` key again to save it. Otherwise, use the /UP ARROW key to toggle to a new setting and then press the TARE/ENTER key to save it. Allowable values are: 1 = 1 Stop Bit 2 = 2 Stop Bits 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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Red light will turn on. • NOTE: If you enter a zero (0) for the threshold weight (THRS=0), the traffic light feature will be disabled (turned off). 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the TARE/ENTER key again to save it. Otherwise, use the /UP ARROW and UNITS/LEFT ARROW keys to enter a new location and then press TARE/ENTER to save it. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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TARE/ENTER key to save it. Otherwise, use the /UP ARROW and UNITS/LEFT ARROW keys to enter the new the number of End-Of-Print linefeeds and then press the TARE/ENTER key to save the new setting. Allowable values are: 0 through 99. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
– Option Card Configuration This prompt will ONLY be displayed when a 2XX Option Card is installed in the indicator. Refer to the manual for the 2XX option card installed for setup instructions. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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SETUP REVIEW The 205 indicator allows several operational parameters to be reviewed and changed without breaking the calibration seal. These operational parameters are: Power Up Zero Reset Enable/Disable Sleep Mode Feature Enable/Disable Auto Shutoff Feature Enable/Disable Serial Input / Output Configuration...
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NOTE: If any components have been changed that affect calibration and/or your scale is used in a commercial application and must be "Legal for Trade" you cannot use "C" numbers to re-calibrate. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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To clear (zero) the Gross accumulator: 1. Press the /UP ARROW key, the NET/GROSS key twice and then the ZERO key 2. Press the /UP ARROW key to return to normal operation. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Error Codes The 205 indicator is equipped with software that indicates when an error in the operation takes place. The following lists the error codes displayed by the 205 along with their meaning. Should you encounter an error code, please refer to this list for the cause.
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UNITS key pressed in an attempt to perform a unit conversion where the interval would have been greater than 50. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Determine the reason for the error display and take the appropriate corrective action. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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Error Codes, Cont. UnStb (Unstable) Motion is present when trying to perform a print function. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Wait for a stable weight display (STABLE annunciator on) before performing any of this operation. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
TROUBLESHOOTING, CONT. Before You Call For Service The 205 has been designed to provide you with years of trouble-free operation. However, should you experience a problem, please refer to the troubleshooting guide below before you call for service. The following describes several types of symptoms along with suggested remedies.
IMPORTANT! Once Diagnostic Test Mode has been enabled, the indicator will power on with TEST on the display. Operator must press TARE/ENTER key to stay in Diagnostic Test Mode or press /UP ARROW key to disable Diagnostic Test Mode. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
CALIBRATION SEAL INSTALLATION If your Model 205 Weight Indicator is used in a commercial application it must be tested and sealed by your local weights and measurements official. The 205 is designed to accept a lead and wire security seal to prevent unauthorized access to the calibration adjustments. Refer to Figure No.
Connect the negative (-) voltage source wire to the terminal marked GND on the terminal block as shown in Figure No. 14 below. The indicator can be operated as described in this manual. Positive Wire Negative Wire Figure No. 14 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
In addition, the Continuous Output must be set to NO (Cont=no). Local/Remote 205 RS-232 Wiring LOCAL 205 REMOTE 205 Figure No. 15 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
LABEL – HIGH VOLTAGE 8200-B392-0A CABLE: AC POWER W/FILTER 205/210 DWI (US) 8539-B254-0A ASSEMBLY: CABLE, CALIBRATION SWITCH 6980-0250 POWER CORD H05VV-F3G 1mm, 10A/250V, BLACK 6610-1506 GLAND CONN. NICKEL 3502-B217-0A HOLE PLUG, ASSEMBLY 1-1/8” DIA. S.S. 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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PART IDENTIFICATION, CONT. (Rear Enclosure Sub Assembly) 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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PART IDENTIFICATION, CONT. (Rear Enclosure Sub Assembly) 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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TAPE DBL SIDED 1.0 WIDE 45 MIL THK. 8200-B014-08 GASKET FOR 210 ENCLOSURE 8200-C015-0A WELDMENT: BEZEL FOR 210 8200-C017-0A WELDMENT: ENCLOSURE, FRONT 8200-D100-08 KEYPAD: 205 DWI 8200-D124-0A PCB ASSEMBLY - 205 CONTROLLER 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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PART IDENTIFICATION, CONT. (Front Enclosure Sub Assembly) 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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8200-D208-1A SUB ASSEMBLY: FRONT (205) 8200-D208-3A SUB ASSEMBLY: FRONT (205-A) 8200-D207-1A SUB ASSEMBLY: REAR ENCLOSURE (205EU) 8200-C247-0A SUB ASSEMBLY: REAR ENCLOSURE (205DC) 8200-D208-4A SUB ASSEMBLY: FRONT (205DC) 8200-D208-8A SUB ASSEMBLY: FRONT (205EU) 8200-M129-O1 Rev D 205 Installation & Technical...
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STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY TERMS Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Company warrants the equipment we manufacture against defects in material and workmanship. The length and terms and conditions of these warranties vary with the type of product and are summarized below:...
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This warranty sets forth the extent of our liability for breach of any warranty or deficiency in connection with the sale or use of our product. Cardinal will not be liable for consequential damages of any nature, including but not limited to loss of profit, delays or expenses, whether based on tort or contract.
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