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  • Page 1 Model 212/212X Indicator Installation, Technical and Operation Manual...
  • Page 3 212/212X Installation & Technical Introduction Thank you for selecting and purchasing the Cardinal Model 212/212X Weight Indicator. The Model 212/212X indicator was built with quality and reliability and incorporates the latest in digital technology and innovative features for the weighing industry.
  • Page 4 212/212X Installation & Technical FCC Compliance Statement This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    212/212X Installation & Technical TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. OVERVIEW ....................1 1.1 Specifications ......................1 Model Number Description ..................2 Standard Features ..................... 3 Options ........................4 Accessories ....................... 5 1.2. Precautions ......................7 Static Electricity ......................7 1.3 Key Descriptions ....................... 9 1.4 Annunicators ......................
  • Page 6 212/212X Installation & Technical 2.2. Indicator Setup ....................... 39 Setup Data Entry ...................... 39 Quick Calibration ...................... 41 Quick Calibration Weigh Bar Table ..............43 Full Setup and Configuration ................... 45 Settings ........................47 Analog to Digital Filtering ..................59 Filter Setting Recommendations ................
  • Page 7 212/212X Installation & Technical 3. OPERATION ..................99 3.1 Standard Weighing ....................99 3.2 Subtractive Weighing .................... 100 3.3 Auto-Hold for Animal Weighing ................101 3.4 Preset Weight Comparator (PWC) ................ 103 3.5 Digital Fill Control (DFC) ..................105 Specified Target Weight DFC ................105 Simple DFC (Simple-Fill) ..................

  • Page 9: Overview

    1. OVERVIEW 1.1 Specifications Power Requirements: 12VDC (10.5-14.4VDC) using an external battery or an optional 12VDC @ 1A, AC Power Adapter (Cardinal part number AGPS) Enclosure Type: Thermoplastic Enclosure Size: 9.0" H x 11.2” W x 4.3” D (229mm H x 284mm W x 109mm D) Shipping Weight: 12 lbs / 5.4 kg...

  • Page 10: Model Number Description

    212/212X Installation & Technical Model Number Description 212-1S – Bottom View 212-4S – Bottom View Figure No 1 212X 212X-1S – Bottom View 212X-4S – Bottom View Figure No. 2 Page 2 8200-M639-O1 Rev D 09/14...

  • Page 11: Standard Features

    212/212X Installation & Technical Standard Features  Push Button Tare Function  Keypad Tare Function  Gross, Tare, Net Conversion  Selectable Key Lockout  Hi-Resolution Mode  StableSENSE ® 1 adjustable digital filtering  Gross and Net Accumulators  Dual Serial Ports ...

  • Page 12: Options

    212/212X Installation & Technical Options  Analog Output  100/100 mbps Ethernet Adapter  RS-232 Port – Bi-Directional Serial Port. Multiple printouts available for transfer of data to printer or computer.  Wireless Motor Control.  Wireless Remote Control (using the 2XX-KEYFOB) for Print, Zero and Gross/Net Switching.

  • Page 13: Accessories

    212/212X Installation & Technical Accessories POWER AGPWRMATE      Power Mating Connector AGPS             12VDC @ 1A, AC Power Adapter with Power Mating Connector AGDC6            Power Mating Connector with 6ft Cable and Battery Terminal on end AGDC12 ...
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  • Page 15: Precautions

    212/212X Installation & Technical 1.2. Precautions Static Electricity CAUTION! This device contains static sensitive circuit cards and components. Improper handling of these devices or printed circuit cards can result in damage to or destruction of the component or card. Such actual and/or consequential damage IS NOT covered under warranty and is the responsibility of the device owner.
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  • Page 17: Key Descriptions

    212/212X Installation & Technical 1.3 Key Descriptions The Model 212/212X is equipped with a 24-key keypad. The keypad is used to enter commands and data into the instrument. This section describes each key along with its normal function. It is helpful to refer to the actual instrument while reading this section.
  • Page 18 212/212X Installation & Technical Description The ZERO/CLEAR key is used to zero the weight display. Up to the selected limit of 4% or 100% of the scale’s capacity can be zeroed. This limit is selected during the setup and calibration of the indicator. Note that the indicator will not respond to pressing the ZERO/CLEAR key unless the weight display is stable.
  • Page 19 212/212X Installation & Technical Description Pressing the MEM key followed by the PRINT/ACCUM key will print all of the IDs along with their stored information Pressing this key will prompt the user to enter an ID to Dout store. If = 4 or 14, they will then be prompted to store preset values for that ID Pressing this key while weight is displayed on the...
  • Page 20 212/212X Installation & Technical Description The PRESET key allows the operator to change D-OUT different presets for different settings. Thres= This is the threshold weight used with the Auto Hold feature (this prompt only D-OUT = appears when is 1, 2, 3, 11, 12 or 13 A-HLD= 1 or 2).
  • Page 21 212/212X Installation & Technical Description This is a dual function key. Pressing it alone will prompt for an ID to be entered. When using the Digital Fill Control feature, pressing the F key and then this key (START) will start the fill operation.
  • Page 22 212/212X Installation & Technical Description The NET/GROSS key is used to toggle between the Gross and Net weight modes. The selected mode is indicated by turning on the appropriate annunciator on the display. Note that if no valid tare weight has been entered, pressing the NET/GROSS key will cause a momentary display error (notArE) and the indicator will remain in the Gross weight...
  • Page 23 212/212X Installation & Technical Description Pressing the F key will display “ ”. All other keys will be disabled except: 0/NO. This key sequence is used to enter the Setup and Configuration mode. While in Setup and Configuration, pressing the F key will step to the beginning of each setup section.
  • Page 24 212/212X Installation & Technical Description These keys are used to enter alphanumeric data during the setup and calibration as well as during normal operation of the indicator. To enter letters, you must press the key in succession until the desired letter is displayed. This is similar to the way a cell phone keypad operates.

  • Page 25: Annunicators

    212/212X Installation & Technical 1.4 Annunicators The Model 212/212X is equipped with annunciators that are turned on to indicate that the display is in the mode corresponding to the annunciator label or that the status indicated by the label is active. This section describes each annunciator.
  • Page 26 212/212X Installation & Technical Name Description This is the ZERO annunciator. It is turned on 0 to indicate that the weight displayed is within ± 1/4 division of true zero. This is the STABLE weight annunciator. It is  turned on when the weight display is stable. When off, it means that the change in successive weight samples is greater than the motion limits selected during setup.
  • Page 27 212/212X Installation & Technical Name Description To indicate the current displayed weight is the Tare weight, the 212 will show T on the right of the display. The 212X will turn on the TARE TARE annunciator. This annunciator is located to the right of the weight display and is turned on to show that the displayed weight unit is pounds.
  • Page 28 212/212X Installation & Technical Name Description The MEM annunciator is used by the ID Storage feature and is turned on to show that the indicator is performing an ID storage function. It is used in conjunction with the ID annunciator to indicate when a permanent ID number is to be entered.

  • Page 29: Getting Started

    2. GETTING STARTED 2.1 Installation Site Preparation Requirements The Cardinal Model 212/212X indicator is a precision weight-measuring instrument. As with any precision instrument, it requires an acceptable environment to operate at peak performance and reliability. This section is provided to assist you in obtaining such an environment.
  • Page 30 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.

  • Page 31: Mounting The 212/212X

    212/212X Installation & Technical Mounting the 212/212X Before beginning installation of your Model 212/21X indicator, make certain that it has been received in good condition. Carefully remove it from the shipping carton and inspect it for any evidence of damage (such as exterior dents or scratches) that may have taken place during shipment.

  • Page 32: Installing The Wall Bracket

    212/212X Installation & Technical Installing the Wall Bracket Refer to Figure No. 6 for a layout of the wall bracket mounting holes. 1. Make certain the mounting surface is strong enough to support the indicator and that the mounting location is where the display can easily be viewed while being close enough to provide the operator easy access to the keypad.

  • Page 33: Cable Connections

    212/212X Installation & Technical Cable Connections The Model 212/212X uses nylon circular DIN connectors (similar to the Amphenol ® military type connectors) for all cable connections. Depending on the model, there are one or four Scale connectors, one Serial and I/O connector and one DC power connector.
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  • Page 35: Dc Power Cable Connection

    212/212X Installation & Technical DC Power Cable Connection The 212/212X has been designed to operate from 12VDC using a 2-pin power input connector. The input power source is an external 12V battery and should be 10.5 to 14.4VDC. The positive (red) power wire is connected to the “A”...
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  • Page 37: Scale Cable Connections

    212/212X Installation & Technical Scale Cable Connections CAUTION! Disconnect any external load cell power supply before connecting load cells to the indicator. Failure to do so will result in permanent damage to the indicator. Scale Connector Wiring Pin No. Description - SIGNAL + EXCITATION + SIGNAL...
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  • Page 39: Serial And I/O Cable Connection

    Figure No. 10 above is the Serial and I/O connector as viewed from the bottom of the indicator. IMPORTANT! Figure No. 10 is for reference only. Connections to the Serial and I/O connector require Cardinal Part Number “AGSIO”, Serial/DIO Mating Connector with 12 ft cable. See Figure No. 11 The pin number descriptions are typical connections.

  • Page 40: Agsio (Serial/Dio Mating Connector Cable)

    212/212X Installation & Technical AGSIO (Serial/DIO Mating Connector Cable) Figure No. 11 Page 32 8200-M639-O1 Rev D 09/14...

  • Page 41: Optically Isolated Inputs

    212/212X Installation & Technical Optically Isolated Inputs The 212/212X has four programmable inputs that may be used to remotely initiate various functions within the indicator. These inputs are accessed via a terminal block (P3) on the back of the PC board. See Figure No.
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  • Page 43: Optional Dc Output Relay Board

    212/212X indicator. The RB4-DCOUT contains one board and supports four outputs (jumper selectable). The relay board used is a (Cardinal p/n 8539-C062-1A). Connect devices to be controlled as shown in Figure No.12. The individual relays can be configured to be on (closed) or off (open) at...
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  • Page 45: Main Pcb (Printed Circuit Board)

    212/212X Installation & Technical Main PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Figure No. 13 8200-M639-O1 Rev D 09/14 Page 37...

  • Page 46: Main Pcb Jumpers

    212/212X Installation & Technical Main PCB Jumpers J2 – REMOTE INPUT SRC (SOURCE) The Remote Input SRC jumper J7, when connected, allows the 212/212X 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.

  • Page 47: Indicator Setup

    212/212X Installation & Technical 2.2. Indicator Setup Your Model 212/212X indicator has been thoroughly tested and configured before being shipped to you. If the indicator is being connected to a scale for the first time or re-configuration is necessary for other reasons, proceed as indicated. Setup Data Entry DO NOT operate the keypad with pointed objects (pencils, pens, etc).
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  • Page 49: Quick Calibration

    212/212X Installation & Technical Quick Calibration 1. Press the ON/OFF key to turn the indicator ON. F— 2. Press the F key (display will show ) and then press the 0/NO key. 3. The display will change to the QUICAL prompt. 4.
  • Page 50 212/212X Installation & Technical CAP= (Capacity) 1. Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. 2. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it and advance to the CAL ? prompt. 3. Otherwise, use the numeric keys to enter a new setting (allowable settings are: 1 through 999,999) and then press the ENTER key to save it.

  • Page 51: Quick Calibration Weigh Bar Table

    212/212X Installation & Technical Quick Calibration Weigh Bar Table Cardinal Scale Load Cells AG750 AG1.5K AG2.5K AG7.5K AG12.5K AG12.5KL AG15K AG18K AG20K AG25K Avery Weigh-Tronix Load Cells PN 21773-xxxx Bracket (1” cell diameter) PN 21863-xxxx Bracket (2.125” diameter) PN 21619-xxxx Bracket (2.125” diameter) PN 53750-xxxx Bracket (2.5”...
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  • Page 53: Full Setup And Configuration

    212/212X Installation & Technical Full Setup and Configuration 1. Press the ON/OFF key to turn the indicator ON. F— 2. Press the F key (display will show ) and then press the 0/NO key. 3. The display will change to the QUICAL prompt. 4.
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  • Page 55: Settings

    212/212X Installation & Technical Settings SETUP USA= (Domestic or International) With SEtUP displayed, press the ENTER key. The display will change to USA=. Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it. Otherwise, using the numeric keys, 0/NO or 1/YES, enter the new setting and then press the ENTER key to save it.
  • Page 56 212/212X Installation & Technical dPP= (Decimal Point Setting) NOTE: This prompt will ONLY be displayed if Interval is less than 10. Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it. Otherwise, use the numeric keys to enter a new setting and then press the ENTER key to save it.
  • Page 57 212/212X Installation & Technical trA= (Zero Tracking Range) Press the ENTER key to show the current setting assigned to the Automatic Zero Tracking Range. This is the setting in scale divisions that will be automatically zeroed off. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it.
  • Page 58 212/212X Installation & Technical d oUt= X,Y (Digital Output) Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it. Otherwise, use the numeric keys to enter the X, Y settings for the Digital Output, and then press the ENTER key to save it.
  • Page 59 212/212X Installation & Technical FIL-AA (Digital Fill Control Auto-Accumulate) Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it. Otherwise, using the numeric keys, 0/NO or 1/YES, enter the new setting and then press the ENTER key to save it.
  • Page 60 212/212X Installation & Technical GATE= (Gate Sequence) NOTE: This selection requires two speed operation (SPEED=2). Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it and proceed to the setup prompt is A-TRIM. Otherwise, using the numeric keys, enter the new setting and then press the ENTER key to save it.
  • Page 61 212/212X Installation & Technical A-TRim (Auto-Trim) The trim weight is a weight value used to compensate for material that will continue to flow after a “stop” action has been initiated. The stop action will be initiated at the preset weight value minus the trim weight value.
  • Page 62 212/212X Installation & Technical A-HLD= (Auto-Hold Feature for Animal Weighing) Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it. Otherwise, using the numeric keys, enter the new setting and then press the ENTER key to save it.
  • Page 63 212/212X Installation & Technical SLEEP= (Sleep Mode) The Sleep Mode feature conserves battery power when the indicator remains unused for a period of approximately 1 to 9 minutes. When enabled, the load cell excitation will be reduced and the display will be blank.
  • Page 64 212/212X Installation & Technical CLtAr= (Clear Tare) The Clear Tare feature allows the indicator to clear the Stored Tare weight when the Net weight goes below a value greater than 1/2 the stored tare weight or goes below zero (a negative net weight after display of a positive net weight).
  • Page 65 212/212X Installation & Technical A cLr= (Auto Clear ID) The a clr= (Auto Clear ID) prompt determines whether the ID is automatically cleared after printing the ticket. Note that it is only displayed when id= YES is selected. With the display showing a clr=, press the ENTER key to show the current setting.
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  • Page 67: Analog To Digital Filtering

    212/212X Installation & Technical Analog to Digital Filtering a-d (a-d?) SErSCL – (Remote Indicator Setup) If the indicator is to function as a remote indicator, press the YES key at the SErSCL prompt. If not then press the NO key at the prompt. If SErSCL was set to YES then, an additional prompt has also been added in the SIO section for selecting the port for the LOCAL/REMOTE communications.
  • Page 68 212/212X Installation & Technical (Filter Level) The Filter Level is a number from 1 to 99 that corresponds to the level of filtering with 1 the least and 99 being the greatest filtering. Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it.
  • Page 69 212/212X Installation & Technical (Stable Count) The Stable Count is the number of consecutive stable weight readings before indicating stable weight. This helps filter weight readings for stability for use with Auto Print on Balance, or and anything trying to capture stable weight.
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  • Page 71: Filter Setting Recommendations

    212/212X Installation & Technical Filter Setting Recommendations Non Critical Sample Rate If the sample rate is not critical, as in static weighing, set: dFLt= 0 (F=2, b=1),  dFLt= 1 (F=6, b=12, Sr= 2), or  dFLt= 2 (F=20, b=12, Sr= 1). ...
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  • Page 73: Calibration

    212/212X Installation & Technical Calibration CAL (CAL? ) With CAL (CAL?) displayed, press the ENTER key. The display will change to show the current setting NO. If calibration is desired, press the 1/YES key and then press the ENTER key to continue to the Cmode= prompt. Otherwise press the ENTER key to advance to the Sio setup prompt.
  • Page 74 212/212X Installation & Technical cells= (Number of Load Cells) Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it and advance to the Sio setup prompt. Otherwise, using the numeric keys enter a new setting and then press the ENTER key.

  • Page 75: Weigh Bar Table (Calibration Mode Selection 1)

    212/212X Installation & Technical Weigh Bar Table (Calibration Mode Selection 1) Cardinal Scale Load Cells AG750 AG1.5K AG2.5K AG7.5K AG12.5K AG12.5KL AG15K AG18K AG20K AG25K Avery Weigh-Tronix Load Cells PN 21773-xxxx Bracket (1” cell diameter) PN 21863-xxxx Bracket (2.125” diameter) PN 21619-xxxx Bracket (2.125”...
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  • Page 77: Enter Load Cell Specs (Calibration Mode Selection 2)

    212/212X Installation & Technical Enter Load Cell Specs (Calibration Mode Selection 2) C Cap= (Maximum Capacity of Load Cell) Press the ENTER key to show the current setting. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it and advance to the MVOLT= prompt.
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  • Page 79: Other Calibration Modes (Calibration Mode Selection 3)

    212/212X Installation & Technical Other Calibration Modes (Calibration Mode Selection 3) The 212/212X has five additional 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”...
  • Page 80 212/212X Installation & Technical CAL2= – Second Calibration Weight The display will show CAL2=0. This is the second of two calibration weights. This weight could be ZERO (NO LOAD) or the TEST WEIGHTS (TEST LOAD). Press the ENTER key to view the current setting. If the second calibration weight is to be ZERO (NO LOAD), press the ENTER key.

  • Page 81: Dual-Point Without Zero (False Zero) Calibration

    212/212X Installation & Technical Dual-Point without Zero (False Zero) Calibration This calibration method requires one test weight and establishes a new conversion factor only. It is used to establish a false (temporary zero) zero without affecting the zero calibration value stored during the last calibration.
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  • Page 83: Single-Point For Span Only (Last Zero) Calibration

    212/212X Installation & Technical Single-Point for Span Only (Last Zero) Calibration This calibration method requires one test weight and establishes a new conversion factor (span) without affecting the zero calibration value stored during the last calibration. This minimizes placing and removing test weights and is especially useful when checking high capacity scales.
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  • Page 85: Single-Point For Zero Only (Only Zero) Calibration

    212/212X Installation & Technical Single-Point for Zero Only (Only Zero) Calibration This calibration method requires no test weight, an empty scale and establishes a new zero without affecting the conversion factor (span). This is useful to regain the full range of zero limit when the dead load of the scale has changed.
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  • Page 87: Calibration "C" Numbers

    212/212X Installation & Technical Calibration “C” Numbers The calibration “C” numbers (C1, C2, C3 and C4) are displayed only during the Test mode operation and are shown at the end of the test. Each number is displayed for approximately 4 seconds, allowing you to record them. Each number may be up to three (3) digits in length.
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  • Page 89: Serial Input/Output

    212/212X Installation & Technical Serial Input/Output Sio (Sio?) With Sio (Sio?) displayed, press the ENTER key. The display will change to show the current setting “nO”. To skip configuring the Sio (serial input/output) and proceed to the Print? menu, press the ENTER key again.
  • Page 90 Otherwise, using the numeric keys enter the new setting and then press the ENTER key to save it. Allowable settings are 0, 1 or 2. 0 = SMA 1 = Cardinal Scoreboard 2 = SB-500 SMA Continuous Output Format If SMA is selected, data will be transmitted in the following format: <lf><s><r><n><m><f><xxxxxx.xxx><uuu><cr>...
  • Page 91 212/212X Installation & Technical Cardinal Scoreboard Output Format If Cardinal Scoreboard is selected, the data will be transmitted in the following format: <s><xxxxxx><d><uu><m><cc><cr> Where: Sign "-" = negative, " " (blank) = positive xxxxxx = Weight Six digits Decimal point...
  • Page 92 Otherwise, using the numeric keys enter the new setting and then press the ENTER key to save it. Allowable settings are .0, 1 or 2. 0 = SMA 1 = Cardinal Scoreboard 2 = SB-500 NOTE: See Continuous Output Serial Port 1, tyPE= for description of output formats.

  • Page 93: Print Tab Settings

    212/212X Installation & Technical Print Tab Settings Print (Print?) Print Print? With ) displayed, press the ENTER key. The display will change to no. To skip configuring Print Tab Settings and proceed to the FSPAn? menu, press the ENTER key again. To configure Print Tab Settings, press the numeric key 1/YES and then the ENTER key.
  • Page 94 212/212X Installation & Technical dAtE= (Date Print Location) Press the ENTER key to show the current setting for the location of date printing. If the setting displayed is acceptable, press the ENTER key again to save it. Otherwise, use the numeric keys to enter a new location and then press ENTER to save it.
  • Page 95 212/212X Installation & Technical ACC= (Weight Accumulator Print Location) Press the ENTER key to show the current setting for the location of printing for the currently used accumulator. For example, if an ID is selected, it will be that ID's accumulator. If no ID is selected and Gross weight is displayed, it will be the Gross accumulator.
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  • Page 97: Fine Span Adjustment

    212/212X Installation & Technical Fine Span Adjustment IMPORTANT! The FSPAn (FSPAn?) mode requires a load of 10% of Capacity on the scale before adjustments can be made. Fspan? Print Fine Span Adjustment (after pressing ENTER at last prompt) With FSPAn? displayed, press the ENTER key. The display will change to show the current setting “no”.
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  • Page 99: Display High Resolution Weight

    212/212X Installation & Technical Display High Resolution Weight Hi res High Resolution Weight SETUP (This prompt can only be accessed from the prompt and requires pressing the F key to advance to it.) With Hi rES on the display, pressing the ENTER key will show the active weight in “high resolution”...
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  • Page 101: Storing Indicator Defaults

    212/212X Installation & Technical Storing Indicator Defaults 1. Enter the Setup menu either by pressing the key sequence F, 0, . 2. With SETUP displayed, press the MEM key. 3. The indicator will briefly display SAVING then return to the Setup menu. 4.
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  • Page 103: Indicator Setup Review

    212/212X Installation & Technical 2.3 INDICATOR SETUP REVIEW The 212/212X indicator allows several operational parameters to be reviewed and changed without performing the full setup and configuration procedure. Accessing Setup Review With the indicator ON, press the  key. The indicator will respond by showing the FunCt= (Function) prompt Press the F key.
  • Page 104 212/212X Installation & Technical The next prompt is only displayed when D-Out = 1 or 11 Print On Balance P-BAL= The following prompts are only displayed when D-Out = 4 or 14 Fill Auto Accumulate Fil-aa Number of Digital Fill Cycles before purging Purge= feeder Purge Weight –...

  • Page 105: Indicator Operational Setup Review

    212/212X Installation & Technical 2.4 INDICATOR OPERATIONAL SETUP REVIEW This section describes another Setup Review that will only prompt for operational parameters (e.g., DFC parameters, digital filtering). Accessing and Navigating the Operational Setup Review 1. With the indicator ON, press the F key followed by the PRESET key. 2.
  • Page 106 212/212X Installation & Technical The next prompt is only displayed when Speed= 2 and FMODE= 0 2 Speed gate sequence GATE= The following prompts are only displayed if DOUT= 4 or 14 and FMODE > 0 Time in seconds that output is active while chatr= chattering Time in seconds that output is inactive while...

  • Page 107: Operation

    212/212X Installation & Technical 3. OPERATION 3.1 Standard Weighing Recommended Settings: D OUT= A-HLD= Weighing Procedure (Gross Weight): 1. With the scale empty, verify the scale is showing 0 units (lb, kg, etc) Gross (the Gross annunciator will be shown). If not in Gross mode (the Net annunciator instead is shown), press the NET/GROSS key to switch to Gross mode.

  • Page 108: Subtractive Weighing

    212/212X Installation & Technical 3.2 Subtractive Weighing Recommended Settings: D OUT= A-HLD= Weighing Procedure: 1. Verify the scale is in Load mode (the Unload annunciator will be turned off). You can toggle back and forth between Load and Unload mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. 2.

  • Page 109: Auto-Hold For Animal Weighing

    212/212X Installation & Technical 3.3 Auto-Hold for Animal Weighing Recommended Settings: D OUT= A-HLD= 1 (Standard mode) 2 (Advanced Mode) THRES= This value should be about 50% to 75% of the average animal's weight. Modify this value as needed by pressing the PRESET key described below.
  • Page 110 212/212X Installation & Technical 6. The weighing is now complete and the animal can be removed from the scale. 7. If you are using Standard Mode (A-HLD= 1) the held weight will be released once the scale weight drops below the preset threshold.

  • Page 111: Preset Weight Comparator (Pwc)

    212/212X Installation & Technical 3.4 Preset Weight Comparator (PWC) This feature is useful to determine if an item is above a specified target weight. Recommended Settings: D OUT= 1, 2, or 3 (for 1, 2, or 3 preset weights) or 11, 12, or 13 (for inverted outputs) P-BAL = YES (if using a printer, Print On Balance is available for DOUT = 1) A-HLD=...
  • Page 112 212/212X Installation & Technical PWC Weighing Procedure 1. With the scale empty, verify the scale is showing 0 units Gross. If not in Gross mode, press the 0 key then the TARE key to clear the stored tare weight and the indicator will display Gross weight.

  • Page 113: Digital Fill Control (Dfc)

    212/212X Installation & Technical 3.5 Digital Fill Control (DFC) Specified Target Weight DFC This feature is useful to determine if an item is above a specified target weight. Recommended Settings: D OUT= 4 (Required) or 14 (Required for inverted outputs) FIL-AA= YES for each completed fill weight to be added to an accumulator PURGE=...
  • Page 114 212/212X Installation & Technical Next you will be prompted TRIM= . This is the amount of material in the air free-falling when the DFC ends. So the actual DFC cutoff will be FILL – TRIM. Press ENTER to display the current value. If the current value is acceptable, press the ENTER key to accept otherwise key in your desired trim value and press ENTER.
  • Page 115 212/212X Installation & Technical DFC Weighing Procedure (Load Mode): Verify the scale is in Load mode (the Unload annunciator will be turned off). You can toggle back and forth between Load and Unload mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. With the scale empty, verify the scale is showing 0 units Gross. If not in Gross mode, press the 0 key then the TARE key to clear the stored tare weight and the indicator will display Gross weight.
  • Page 116 212/212X Installation & Technical DFC Weighing Procedure (Unload Mode): 1. Verify the scale is in Load mode (the Unload annunciator will be turned off). You can toggle back and forth between Load and Unload mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. 2.
  • Page 117 212/212X Installation & Technical 10. If you wish to check how much material is remaining on the scale, switch to Load mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. NOTE: The displayed Unload weight will be lost when you do this and cannot be done in the middle of a fill cycle. Press the LOAD/UNLOAD key again to switch back to Unload mode before starting the next cycle.

  • Page 118: Simple Dfc (Simple-Fill)

    212/212X Installation & Technical Simple DFC (Simple-Fill) In this mode, the 100 memory ID locations are unavailable. The MEM and RECALL keys will have no functionality. This mode also will default to a 2-speed, chatter gate operation (non-selectable) with no auto-trim. This mode is useful when ID storage and weight accumulations are not needed, but the ability to quickly change target fill weight is required.
  • Page 119 212/212X Installation & Technical DFC Weighing Procedure (Load Mode): 1. Verify the scale is in Load mode (the Unload annunciator will be turned off). You can toggle back and forth between Load and Unload mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. 2.
  • Page 120 212/212X Installation & Technical DFC Weighing Procedure (Unload Mode): 1. Verify the scale is in Load mode (the Unload annunciator will be turned off). You can toggle back and forth between Load and Unload mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. 2.
  • Page 121 212/212X Installation & Technical 11. If you wish to check how much material is remaining on the scale, switch to Load mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. NOTE: The displayed Unload weight will be lost when you do this and cannot be done in the middle of a fill cycle. Press the LOAD/UNLOAD key again to switch back to Unload mode before starting the next cycle.

  • Page 122: Box-Tracker Dfc Mode (Box Fill)

    212/212X Installation & Technical Box-Tracker DFC Mode (Box Fill) In this mode, the 100 memory ID locations are used to keep track of a material’s remaining Net weight. Each memory location also will contain a target fill weight, a weight accumulator, and a fill counter. The indicator will prompt for all of these values when storing/editing a memory ID file.
  • Page 123 212/212X Installation & Technical DFC Weighing Procedure (Unload Mode Only): 1. Verify the scale is in Load mode (the Unload annunciator will be turned off). You can toggle back and forth between Load and Unload mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. 2.
  • Page 124 212/212X Installation & Technical 11. If you wish to check how much material is remaining on the scale, switch to Load mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. NOTE: The displayed Unload weight will be lost when you do this and cannot be done in the middle of a fill cycle. Press the LOAD/UNLOAD key again to switch back to Unload mode before starting the next cycle.

  • Page 125: Plot-Tracker Dfc Mode (Plot Fill)

    212/212X Installation & Technical Plot-Tracker DFC Mode (Plot Fill) This DFC mode expands on the Box-Tracker DFC mode. In this mode, the 10 of the 100 memory ID locations are used to keep track of a material’s remaining Net weight (Box Tracker). The remaining 90 memory ID locations are used to keep track of how much material is delivered to a specific plot (Plot Tracker).
  • Page 126 212/212X Installation & Technical Storing/Reviewing/Selecting/Editing Memory Locations in Plot-Tracker DFC Mode: This section describes the memory operations of the Plot-Tracker DFC mode. This mode must be selected prior to performing any of the following operations. To select, refer to the recommended settings above. Refer to section 3.6 for additional instruction on reviewing/editing memory.
  • Page 127 212/212X Installation & Technical 5. The indicator will then prompt for the starting DFC counter COUNT=. Press ENTER to display the default starting value. If you wish to modify the starting count value enter your desired starting value then press ENTER. After storing the fill counter value, the indicator will return to the weight display (you can tell this whenever the MEM display annunciator turns off).
  • Page 128 212/212X Installation & Technical 3. Pressing the MEM key will display the weight accumulator associated with the previously displayed ID. Notice now which display annunciators are active. a. The MEM annunciator signifies the displayed information is being read from memory. b.
  • Page 129 212/212X Installation & Technical Selecting a Stored Plot ID using the RECALL key: 1. Verify the scale is in Load mode (the Unload annunciator will be turned off). You can toggle back and forth between Load and Unload mode by pressing the LOAD/UNLOAD key. 2.
  • Page 130 212/212X Installation & Technical Recalling a Stored Plot ID for Editing: 1. Press the MEM key followed by the RECALL key. The first box ID is displayed. 2. Press the F key to toggle the ID type. The first plot ID is displayed.
  • Page 131 212/212X Installation & Technical DFC Weighing Procedure (Unload Mode Only): 1. With the box ID and plot ID selected, press the LOAD/UNLOAD key. The scale will store the Net weight as the tare weight, switch to Unload mode, and display 0 units Net weight. 2.
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  • Page 133: Using Memory/Id Storage

    212/212X Installation & Technical 3.6 Using Memory/ID Storage The 212/212x indicator can store up to 100 ID's in memory. Stored with each ID is a weight accumulator, a weight counter, the last weighment, a threshold preset weight used for animal weighing, and two weight presets used for DFC and PWC operations.
  • Page 134 212/212X Installation & Technical 8. The next prompt you will see is COUNT=. This is the starting value for the weight counter associated with the ID you are creating. Press the ENTER key to display the starting value (0 is default). If this value is acceptable, press the ENTER key, otherwise enter in a starting value for the weight counter and press the ENTER key.
  • Page 135 212/212X Installation & Technical Deselecting a Selected ID: 1. While displaying weight and if an ID is selected, you can deselect it by pressing the  key. The ID and MEM display annunciators will blink twice alternating one at a time to signify that the current ID has been deselected.
  • Page 136 212/212X Installation & Technical Erasing a Stored ID: 1. While displaying weight press the RECALL key to enter “ID Review” mode. 2. Continue stepping through the stored memory list by pressing the RECALL key until the ID you wish to erase is displayed. 3.
  • Page 137 212/212X Installation & Technical Printing All Stored IDs: 1. While the indicator is displaying weight, press the MEM key followed by the PRINT/ACCUM key. All of the stored IDs will print out alphabetically in the format shown below. MEMORY REPORT 11:19 AM 02/08/2011 ID: CHICKN...
  • Page 138 212/212X Installation & Technical Accumulator Statistics for Stored IDs: You can access the accumulator statistics (A-STAT) menu by pressing F key followed by the RECALL key while the indicator is displaying weight. If no ID's have yet been stored in memory, the indicator will display “NO IDS”...

  • Page 139: Service

    212/212X Installation & Technical 4. SERVICE 4.1 Troubleshooting The Cardinal 212/212X Weight Indicator 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.
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  • Page 141: Error And Status Messages

    212/212X Installation & Technical Error and Status Messages The Cardinal 212/212X Weight Indicator is equipped with diagnostic software program that tests various portions of the indicator’s circuitry and verifies proper operation. Should a problem be detected or an error in the operation occur, an error or status message will be displayed alerting the operator to that condition.
  • Page 142 212/212X Installation & Technical Error Cause (A.) and Corrective Action (B.) No IDS A. This message is displayed to indicate that no ID memory files have been created when trying to access a memory location. B. Refer to section 8.6 Using Memory/ID Storage to create an ID memory file.
  • Page 143 212/212X Installation & Technical Error Cause (A.) and Corrective Action (B.) A. Indicates improper stored calibration data, calibration ConFig required. B. Calibrate the scale with test weights. Consult your scale service provider. A. The load cell input is above the range of the indicator. ErrA h This may indicate a bad load cell or circuit failure.
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  • Page 145: Care And Maintenance

    212/212X Installation & Technical 4.2 Care and Maintenance  DO NOT submerge the indicator in water, pour or spray water directly on the indicator.  DO NOT use acetone, paint thinner or other volatile solvents for cleaning the indicator.  DO clean the indicator with a damp soft cloth and a mild non-abrasive detergent.

  • Page 146: Parts

    212/212X Installation & Technical 4.3 Parts Rear Sub-Assembly Page 138 8200-M639-O1 Rev D 09/14...
  • Page 147 1.6’ 6980-0153 WIRE 24GA 7/32 STRAND. GRN PVC -UL1061 1.6’ 6980-0155 WIRE 24GA 7/32 STRAND. YEL PVC -UL1061 8200-B612-0A CABLE: I/O, 212 SERIES 8200-B613-0A CABLE: POWER, 212 MAIN 8200-B643-0A CABLE: 1 LOAD CELL, 212 8200-D608-28 PLASTIC ENCLOSURE: 212-4S/212X-4S 8200-D608-58 PLASTIC ENCLOSURE:...

  • Page 148: Front Sub-Assembly

    212/212X Installation & Technical Front Sub-Assembly Page 140 8200-M639-O1 Rev D 09/14...
  • Page 149 212/212X Installation & Technical Front Sub-Assembly Item Part Number Description 212-1S 212X-1S 212-4S 212X-4S 6013-0039 NUT #6-32 HEX 6021-0665 SCW PAN-HEAD.. MACHINE SCW 06-32X.375 6024-0126 WASHER FLAT FOR 5/32 POP RIVET 6680-0004 WASHER LOCK INT TOOTH #6 TYPE A Z-PL 6680-0131 SPACER #6X.400 NYLON 8200-B276-08...

  • Page 150: Final Assembly

    212/212X Installation & Technical Final Assembly Page 144 8200-M639-O1 Rev D 09/14...
  • Page 151 SCW PAN-HEAD PLASTIC THD. 6021-1289 ROLLING, #10X1/2, PHIL. DR. Z/P WASHER FLAT 0.345 OD, 0.218 ID, 6024-0141 0.032 THK NYLON REAR SUB-ASSEMBLY: 8200-D629-0A 212-4S/212X-4S FRONT SUB-ASSEMBLY: 8200-D630-0A 212 SERIES FRONT SUB-ASSEMBLY: 8200-D630-1A 212X SERIES 8200-M639-O1 Rev D 09/14 Page 143...
  • Page 152 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:...
  • Page 153 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.
  • Page 154 Cardinal Scale Mfg. Co. 203 E. Daugherty, Webb City, MO 64870 USA Ph: 417-673-4631 or 800-441-4237 Fax: 417-673-2153 www.cardinalscale.com Technical Support: 866-254-8261 Printed in USA E-mail: techsupport@cardet.com 8200-M639-O1 Rev D 09/14...

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