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Rinstrum 400 Series Reference Manual

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(K401, K402, K491)
Digital Indicator
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RI00-600-130

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  • Page 1 400 Series (K401, K402, K491) Digital Indicator Reference Manual RI00-600-130...
  • Page 2 Rinstrum Pty Ltd. Disclaimer Rinstrum Pty Ltd reserves the right to make changes to the products contained in this manual in order to improve design, performance or reliability. The information in this manual is believed to be accurate in all respects at the time of publication, but is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ........................6 1.1. Overview ........................6 1.2. Document Conventions ....................6 SPECIFICATIONS ......................... 8 INSTALLATION ........................9 3.1. Introduction ........................ 9 3.2. General Warnings ...................... 9 3.3. Electrical Safety ......................9 3.4. Cleaning ........................
  • Page 4 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2.15. Acc ......................38 5.2.16. Stability Considerations ................38 CONFIGURATION....................... 39 6.1. General Setup Information ..................39 6.2. Correct Loadcell Selection ..................39 6.3. Filtering Techniques ....................39 6.4. Industrial vs Trade Modes ..................40 6.5. Calibration Counter....................
  • Page 5 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.6.2. AUTO.n (Automatic Output Configuration) ..........66 7.7. PRINT (Printouts) ..................... 67 7.7.1. NUM (Number of printouts) ............... 67 7.7.2. HEADER (Print header) ................67 7.7.3. FOOTER (Print footer) ................67 7.7.4. PAGE (Print page options ................. 67 7.7.5.
  • Page 6 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12.2.3. SINGLE ....................98 12.2.4. TEST ......................98 12.2.5. COUNT ....................99 12.2.6. PIECE ....................100 12.2.7. UNITS ....................101 12.2.8. HOLD ..................... 103 12.2.9. PEAK HOLD ................... 104 12.2.10. PRD.SEL ....................106 12.2.11. HI.RES ....................107 12.2.12.
  • Page 7 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 APPENDIX 7: M4501 DSD MODULE ................143 21.1. Overview ........................ 143 21.2. Writing records ....................... 143 21.3. Reading records ..................... 143 GLOSSARY........................144 22.1. Glossary of Terms ....................144 22.2. List of Figures ......................145 22.3. List of Tables ......................145 INDEX..........................

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Introduction 1.1. Overview This precision digital indicator uses the latest Sigma-Delta A/D technology to ensure fast and accurate weight readings. The setup and calibration of the instrument are digital, with a non-volatile security store for all setup parameters. It may be operated from either a DC power source (12V to 24V ) or AC power...
  • Page 9 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Bold Text Bold text denotes words and phrases to note. <Key> <Key> denotes a Keypad key. Note: In the Specifications section the < symbol means less than and the > symbol means greater than. This symbol denotes one space when describing serial output formats.

  • Page 10: Specifications

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Specifications Performance Resolution Up to 100,000 divisions, minimum of 0.25V/division Zero Cancellation 2.0mV/V Span Adjustment 0.1mV/V to 3.0mV/V Stability/Drift Zero: < 0.15V/C (+ 10ppm of deadload max) Span < 10 ppm/C, Linearity < 20ppm, Noise < 0.2Vp-p Excitation 7.4 volts for up to 16 x 350 or 32 x 700 ohm load cells (4-wire or 6-wire plus shield)

  • Page 11: Installation

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Installation 3.1. Introduction The following steps are required to set up the indicator.  Inspect indicator to ensure good condition.  Use connection diagrams to wire up load cell, power and auxiliary cables as required.  Insert any accessory modules that are being used. ...

  • Page 12: Dc Power (Dc Pwr + , Dc Pwr -)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Figure 2: Cable Connections 3.7. DC Power (DC PWR + , DC PWR –) The DC supply need not be regulated, provided that it is isolated and free of excessive electrical noise and sudden transients. The instrument can be operated from a high quality plug-pack as long as there is sufficient capacity to drive both it and the load cells.

  • Page 13: 6-Wire Connection

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Figure 3: 4-Wire Connections 3.8.3. 6-Wire Connection The excitation and signal lines are connected the same as for a 4-wire installation. The extra two wires (Sense + and –) should be connected to the Excitation + and – lines as close as possible to the load cell itself.

  • Page 14: Serial

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 3.9.1. RS-232 Serial  Direct Personal Computer Link (RX, TX, GND) Figure 5: RS-232 - Instrument to PC using COM Port (DB9)  Printer Connections (TX, DTR and GND) Figure 6: RS-232 – Instrument to Printer (DB25) ...
  • Page 15 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 When operating in a Ring Network, the Instruments must have:  same serial port options, i.e., baud, parity, data bits, stop bits;  unique addresses. Figure 7: RS-232 Short Cable Runs (Ring Network using COM Port) Page 13 004R-600-230...

  • Page 16: Serial

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Figure 8: RS-232 Long Cable Runs (Ring Network using COM Port) 3.9.2. RS-485 Serial  Remote Display (TA, TB) RS485 is recommended for communicating over distances longer than a few metres. Connect TA to RA and TB to RB on the remote display. ...

  • Page 17: Optical Communications

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30  Ring Networks: Multiple Instruments to PC (TA, TB, RA, RB) Instruments with software revision V2.31+ can be configured in a Ring Network via a M42xx module (software revision 1.01+). This feature is not available on the inbuilt serial port.

  • Page 18: Connecting Shields

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Figure 9: Optical Communications attachment 3.11. Connecting Shields To obtain full EMC or for RFI immunity, cable shields MUST be connected and the earth lug on the rear of the instrument must be grounded. Figure 10 illustrates an example of possible connections. Also shown are the connecting cables restrained using cable ties fastened by screws into the rear of the unit.

  • Page 19: Cable Shield Connection And Earthing

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Figure 10: Cable Shield Connection 3.11.1. Cable Shield Connection and Earthing  Care should be taken when connecting shields to maximise EMC or RFI immunity and minimise earth loops and cross-talk (interference) between instruments.  For full EMC or for RFI immunity, termination of the cable shields to the connectors is very important.

  • Page 20: Accessory Module Connection

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 3.13. Accessory Module connection Up to 4 accessory modules can be plugged into the rear of the instrument. There are many types of modules which can be used. These modules provide additional features such as:  power supply options, e.g. mains power or batteries ...

  • Page 21: Setup Menus

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Setup Menus Throughout the setup menus different data entry methods are used. Each method is described below. 4.1. Accessing Setup Menus There are two methods to access the Setup area:  The Full Setup method provides access to all functions in Setup, including legal for trade and calibration sensitive settings.

  • Page 22: Setup Display Prompts

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 4.1.1. Setup Display Prompts When accessing Full or Safe Setup the instrument will beep twice and enter the Setup Menus. If a passcode has been configured, the P.CODE prompt will display and the correct passcode must be entered to continue. Refer to Passcodes page 40 for more information.

  • Page 23: Changing Data

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Code Description Parent Menu Item Name Menu Level Item Data - If this is blank then the Item is a sub-menu. 4.4. Changing Data Menu items containing data are shown along with their data (strings may show the first few characters only).

  • Page 24: Selections And Options

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 4.6. Selections and Options A selection entry requires the choice of a single option from a list. Using the up and down arrows, select the desired option and press the OK key. Example: When in Setup follow the steps below to set Scale:Build:Cable. Press <ZERO>...

  • Page 25: Numerical String Editing

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 4.7.2. Numerical String Editing Numerical string editing is useful where strings only contain numbers. Special keys are:  <OK>: Accept changes and finish.  <Long press of cancel>: Cancel and exit without changes  <Cancel>: Delete character ...

  • Page 26: Basic Operation

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Basic Operation 5.1. User Interface Display and Controls 5.1.1. Overview Code Description Display Numeric Keypad Function Keys (user defined) Function Keys (Fixed) Power Key Page 24 004R-600-230...

  • Page 27: Display

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.1.2. Display Code Description Primary Annunciators Primary Display Auxiliary Display Primary Units Secondary ID Eg Product Name = CONCRETE in example above. Miscellaneous Annunciators Secondary Units Secondary Display 5.1.3. Primary Annunciators Symbol Name Description HOLD Visible when the displayed reading is held. Visible when the displayed reading represents Net weight.

  • Page 28: Keypad

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.1.4. Keypad Code Description Numeric Button White Characters Hold 2 seconds Orange Characters (Alpha and Symbols) Cancel Undo last command; step backwards (including in setup menus). Move cursor backwards; previous option Down Move cursor forwards; next option Accept this choice Decimal Point Place decimal point...

  • Page 29: Operation Keys

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2. Operation Keys 5.2.1. Power Key  ON Instrument (1) Short press <Power>.  OFF Instrument (1) Long press <Power>.  Additional Information Power Key Locked: If the power key is locked, the Instrument cannot be turned off from the front keypad.

  • Page 30: Zero Key

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2.2. Zero Key When an empty scale has drifted away from a true zero reading, this key is used to perform a zero adjustment on the scale display. The zero adjustment is stored when power is removed and is re-used when next powered up.
  • Page 31 Reference Manual Rev 2.30  Setting Preset Tare  Displaying Preset Tare Page 29 004R-600-230...

  • Page 32: Gross/Net Key

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2.4. Gross/Net Key This key toggles the weight display between the Gross weight and the Net weight (provided that a Tare has previously been acquired using the <TARE> key). If a preset Tare has been entered, the value of the preset Tare will be temporarily displayed when switching from Gross to Net display.

  • Page 33: Up, Down, Ok Keys: Products (K402 And K491 Only)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2.6. Up, Down, OK keys: Products (K402 and K491 only) These keys are used to control the products. A short press of <UP> and <DOWN> keys is used to select products. A long press of the <UP> key will add new products.
  • Page 34 Reference Manual Rev 2.30  Long Press of the Up Key (Add) A long press of this key allows the user to create a new product. The name of the new product must be specified.  Long Press of the Down Key (Del) A long press of this key will prompt the user to delete all products, if the user presses the cancel key it will then prompt the user to delete the current product.

  • Page 35: Clock

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30  Long Press of the OK Key (Edit) A long press of this key allows the user to change the name of the current product. 5.2.7. Clock A long press of the 1 key (Clock) allows the system time and date to be viewed and changed Page 33 004R-600-230...

  • Page 36: View

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2.8. View A long press of the 2 key (View) allows the display function to be changed. 5.2.9. Report A long press of the 3 key (Report) allows any configured reports to be printed. Page 34 004R-600-230...

  • Page 37: Total

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2.10. Total A long press of the 4 key (Total) allows totals to be viewed and cleared. 5.2.11. User ID A long press of the 5 key (ID) allows User IDs to be viewed and cleared. The Settable Consecutive Print ID can also be viewed and edited, refer also to 11.2 Print ID page 91.

  • Page 38: Target

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2.12. Target A long press of the 7 key (Target) allows setpoint targets to be viewed and changed. 5.2.13. Lock A long press of the . key (Lock) allows instrument to be locked. The instrument can be unlocked by entering the operator passcode when prompted.

  • Page 39: Alibi

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2.14. Alibi A long press of the +/- key (Alibi) will switch the instrument to Alibi mode. Alibi mode is used to verify scale readings. To return from Alibi mode, long press the +/- key (Alibi) again. ...

  • Page 40: Acc

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 5.2.15. A long press of the 0 key (Acc) is used to view information about the indicator and the attached accessory modules. When a M4221 Ethernet module is attached, the current IP (Internet Protocol) settings can be viewed from the Acc menu. The “.” key allows the second half of longer IP addresses to be displayed.

  • Page 41: Configuration

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Configuration 6.1. General Setup Information Configuration and calibration can be performed entirely from the front panel, using the digital setup facility. When Full Setup is used, all menu items are accessible and care must be taken to ensure no accidental changes are made to calibration and trade settings.

  • Page 42: Industrial Vs Trade Modes

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 6.4. Industrial vs Trade Modes The instrument may be operated in Industrial or Trade modes. These modes restrict certain aspects of the operation of the instrument to ensure compliance with trade certified standards. The following table lists the operation differences for each of these modes. Element Industrial Trade...

  • Page 43: Safe Setup Passcode

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 6.6.2. Safe Setup Passcode Setting a passcode for Safe Setup restricts access to Safe Setup functions. In addition, front panel functions can be configured to prompt for a Safe Setup passcode before operating. Refer to 7.1.5 KEY.LOC (Key Function Access Control) on page 43 for more information.

  • Page 44: Setup Menus

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Setup Menus 7.1. GEN.OPT (General options) 7.1.1. LANG (Operator language) Path Description GEN.OPT Sets the operator language. └ LANG NB: Setup menus are fixed in English. LANG Values <OPT>  English (Default)  German  Dutch ...

  • Page 45: Pcode (Security Passcodes)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.1.4. PCODE (Security passcodes) Path Description GEN.OPT Sets the instrument passcodes. The 3 levels of └ PCODE passcode are:  Full passcode (FULL.PC): Controls access to └ SAFE.PC └ FULL.PC full setup menus. All settings (including trade └...

  • Page 46: Disp (Display Options)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.1.6. DISP (Display options) Path Description GEN.OPT These settings control the operation of the display. └ DISP B.LIGHT (Backlight operation) can be set on or off. └ B.LIGHT FREQ (Display update frequency) sets how often └FREQ the display is updated └...

  • Page 47: Usr.num (User Defined Numbers)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.1.8. USR.NUM (User Defined Numbers) Path Description GEN.OPT There are five User Numbers available to the └ USR.NUM operator when the ‘5’ key is pressed for 2 seconds └ NAME.1 (function ‘ID’). └ NAME.2 NAME.1, NAME.2, NAME.3, NAME.4 and NAME.5 └...

  • Page 48: Str.edt (String Edit Mode)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.1.10. STR.EDT (String Edit Mode) Path Description GEN.OPT Sets the mode that the string editor will start in. └ STR.EDT STR.EDT Values <OPT>  STRING (Default)  NUM  AUTO 7.1.11. USR.DEF (Set all non-calibration settings to defaults) Path Description GEN.OPT...

  • Page 49: H.ware (Hardware Configuration & Test)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.2. H.WARE (Hardware Configuration & Test) 7.2.1. LC.HW Path Description H.WARE └ LC.HW View Loadcell mV/V reading. └ MVV OL.CNT (Overload count) └ OL.CNT └ OL.CLR Shows the number of times the instrument has been overloaded or underloaded by at least 50% of fullscale.

  • Page 50: Ser1.Hw, Ser2.Hw

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.2.2. SER1.HW, SER2.HW Path Description H.WARE BAUD (Baud Rate) └ SER1.HW Sets the baud rate for the port. └ BAUD PARITY └ PARITY └ DATA Sets the parity for the port. └ STOP DATA (Data bits) └...

  • Page 51: Eth.hw

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.2.3. ETH.HW Path Description H.WARE DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) └ ETH.HW Enables or disables the use of DHCP to configure └ DHCP the IP settings of the Ethernet module. To use this └ IP option requires a DHCP server on the network. └...

  • Page 52: Io.hw

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.2.4. IO.HW Path Description H.WARE FRC.OUT (Force Outputs) └ IO.HW Use this when testing and fault finding to force the └ FRC.OUT IO on and off. Use the UP and DOWN keys to └ TST.IN select the output. Use the +/- key to switch the └...

  • Page 53: Dsd.hw

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.2.6. DSD.HW Path Description H.WARE AUTO.C (Auto Clear) └ DSD.HW Sets whether the DSD will automatically write over └ AUTO.C the oldest records when it becomes full. └ DSD.STR DSD.STR (DSD String) AUTO.C Values <OPT> Custom string to be stored along with the traceable OFF, ON (Default) data when the DSD is written.

  • Page 54: Scale (Loadcell Options And Calibration)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.3. SCALE (Loadcell options and calibration) 7.3.1. BUILD (Scale parameters) Path Description SCALE Scale Base configuration settings: └ BUILD TYPE: Range type. Options are: └ TYPE ()  SINGLE : Single range └ CABLE ()  DUAL.I: Dual interval └...

  • Page 55: Option (Scale Options)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.3.2. OPTION (Scale options) Path Description SCALE USE (Trade Use): This setting affects the └ OPTION operation of trade functions. Options are:  INDUST: Industrial (no standard) () └ USE  OIML: OIML trade mode () └...

  • Page 56: Cal (Scale Calibration)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.3.3. CAL (Scale calibration) Path Description SCALE Calibrate Scale └ CAL ZERO: Perform a zero calibration. () └ZERO SPAN: Perform a span calibration. A zero └SPAN () calibration should be done before doing a span () └ED.LIN calibration.

  • Page 57: Func (Special Functions)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4. FUNC (Special functions) The instrument supports up to eight special functions. Enter the number of special functions to use and configure each one according to the function type required. Most functions need only to be associated with a key or input to function but some have additional configuration settings as detailed below.

  • Page 58: Sfn: Key (Function Key / Remote Input )

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4.3. SFn: KEY (Function Key / Remote Input ) Path Description FUNC Select front panel key or external input to trigger the └ SFn special function. All functions that respond to input └KEY events have a KEY setting. Functions like THUMB (Thumbwheel) require KEY Values <OPT>...

  • Page 59: Sfn: Print (Printing Functions)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4.4. SFn: PRINT (Printing Functions) Path Description FUNC Configuration of the PRINT Special Function. └ SFn KEY: Select PRINT key using front function key or └ TYPE : PRINT external input. └ KEY LONG.PR (LONG PRESS: Selects if long press └...

  • Page 60: Sfn: Single (Single Serial Output Functions)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4.5. SFn: SINGLE (Single Serial Output Functions) Path Description FUNC Single serial outputs are similar to printing but do └ SFn not support any interlocking or totalising functions. └TYPE : SINGLE KEY: Function key or external input to use. └...

  • Page 61: Sfn: Count, Sfn: Piece (Counting Functions)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4.7. SFn: COUNT, SFn: PIECE (Counting Functions) Path Description FUNC Counting functions are preformed either by the └ SFn COUNT or PIECE special functions. The COUNT └TYPE : COUNT determines piece weight using a measure sample of PIECE a number of pieces while the PIECE function allows └...

  • Page 62: Sfn: Units (Unit Switching Functions)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4.8. SFn: UNITS (Unit Switching Functions) Path Description FUNC Unit Switching enables the display and printing of └ SFn alternative units to those used for the primary └TYPE : UNITS calibration of the instrument. └ KEY KEY: Select key or external input to use.

  • Page 63: Sfn: Pk.hold (Peak Hold)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4.10. SFn: PK.HOLD (Peak Hold) Path Description FUNC A peak hold key/input implements a peak hold └ SFn where the largest absolute weight, either positive or └TYPE : HOLD negative is stored and displayed. └ KEY KEY: Select key or external input to use.

  • Page 64: Sfn: Rem.key (Remote Key Functions)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4.13. SFn: REM.KEY (Remote Key Functions) Path Description FUNC Remote key functions allow external inputs to be └ SFn used to trigger instrument key functions. └TYPE : REM.KEY The external ‘keys’ operate even if the instrument └...

  • Page 65: Sfn: Hi.res (High Resolution)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4.15. SFn: HI.RES (High Resolution) Path Description FUNC Key/input to toggle to high resolution mode. └ SFn KEY: Select key or external input to use. └TYPE : HI.RES └ KEY KEY Values <OPT> (Default) None , F1 .. F3, IO1 ..

  • Page 66: Sfn: A.tare (Auto Tare)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.4.18. SFn: A.TARE (Auto Tare) Path Description FUNC Key/input to set the preset tare to the current gross └ SFn weight. └TYPE : A.TARE KEY: Select key or external input to use. └ KEY THRESH: Weight threshold to reach before └...

  • Page 67: Ser.net (Network Communications)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.5. SER.NET (Network communications) Path Description └ SER.NET Configure the serial networking support. └ ADDR ADDR (Address): Address of instrument (1..31). └ NUM NUM: sets the number of networks └ STRT.CH └ END.CH.1 STRT.CH (start character): Character for lua buffer └...

  • Page 68: Ser.aut (Automatic Transmit)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.6. SER.AUT (Automatic transmit) 7.6.1. NUM (Number of Automatic Transmissions) Path Description SER.AUT Sets the number of special automatic outputs └ NUM Values <OPT> (Default) .. -2- 7.6.2. AUTO.n (Automatic Output Configuration) Path Description SER.AUT These settings are the same for AUTO.1 and └...

  • Page 69: Print (Printouts)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.7. PRINT (Printouts) 7.7.1. NUM (Number of printouts) Path Description PRINT Sets the number of printouts. └ NUM Values <OPT> (Default) .. _2_ 7.7.2. HEADER (Print header) Path Description PRINT Sets the print docket header. └ HEADER Values <STR>...

  • Page 70: Space (Print Blank Space Options)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.7.5. SPACE (Print blank space options) Path Description PRINT Space controls the amount of white space to leave └ SPACE around the printout. └ TOP TOP: Sets the number of blank lines to add at the └...

  • Page 71: Setp (Setpoints)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.8. SETP (Setpoints) 7.8.1. NUM (Number of setpoints) Path Description SETP Sets the number of special setpoints └ NUM Values <OPT> _1_ … _16_ (Default) 7.8.2. SETP1 … SETP16 (Setpoint options) Path Description SETP Configure the operation of each setpoint. └...
  • Page 72 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 active. Options are: (Default) NONE DOUBLE NONE: no alarm SINGLE FLASH SINGLE: single BEEP SOURCE Values DOUBLE: double BEEP <OPT> FLASH: flash display  GROSS (i) (Default)  NET  GR.or.NT SOURCE: Select which weight values the setpoint ...
  • Page 73 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 PULSE LEVEL: Setpoint follows the weight. EDGE: Setpoint is edge triggered. ON Values <NUM> PULSE: Setpoint output is pulsed. 0.040 to 60.000s Default 0.040s LATCH: Setpoint output is latched. (vi) NB: Only for TIMING set to RESET: Input to disable the setpoint.

  • Page 74: Anl.out (Analogue Output)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 7.9. ANL.OUT (Analogue Output) Path Description ANL.OUT Configures the operation of the analogue └ ABS transmission. └ SOURCE ABS (Absolute Weight): Transmit negative weight └ RANGE values the same as positive weight values. └ WGT.LO SOURCE: GROSS, NET, GR.or.NT, COMMS └...

  • Page 75: Calibration

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Calibration The calibration of the indicator is fully digital. The calibration results are stored in permanent memory for use each time the instrument is powered up. Note: Some of the digital setup steps can affect calibration. The SCALE:BUILD and SCALE:OPTION settings MUST be configured before calibration is attempted.

  • Page 76: Zero (Zero Calibration Routine)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 8.1.1. ZERO (Zero Calibration Routine) Note (K491 only): Zero Calibration must be performed on a level surface. The closer the surface is to perfectly level, the more accurate the tilt compensation will be. During Zero Calibration, the tilt sensor is automatically set to zero. If the tilt sensor has been previously calibrated, restore the factory zero of the tilt sensor (HWARE:TILT.HW:F.ZERO) before zero calibrating the system.

  • Page 77: Span (Span Calibration Routine)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 8.1.2. SPAN (Span Calibration Routine) Note (K491 only): Span Calibration must be performed on a level surface. The closer the surface is to perfectly level, the more accurate the tilt compensation will be. Page 75 004R-600-230...

  • Page 78: Tilt (Tilt Calibration Routine K491 Only)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 8.1.3. TILT (Tilt Calibration Routine K491 only) Note: For example, “X+ Y0” indicates that the truck must be parked on an incline such that the X angle is greater than 2/3 of the Maximum Tilt (SCALE:BUILD:MAX.TLT), and the Y value is as close as possible to zero.

  • Page 79: Performing A Calibration With Direct Mv/V Entry

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 For Example: If the scale is calibrated to less than 2300 divisions, the maximum Y angle allowed for Y0 is ± 1.0 Degrees. If the scale is calibrated to greater than 9200 divisions, the maximum Y angle allowed for Y0 is ±...

  • Page 80: Using Linearisation

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 8.3. Using Linearisation Linearisation is used to approximate the weight output to a non-linear scale. The chart below shows a non-linear characteristic for the load cell output. From the chart, it can be seen that the trace with no linearisation applied is a poor approximation to the real characteristic.

  • Page 81: Ed.lin (Edit Linearisation Points)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 8.3.1. ED.LIN (Edit Linearisation Points) 8.3.2. CLR.LIN (Clear Linearisation) Page 79 004R-600-230...

  • Page 82: Calibration Errors

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 8.4. Calibration Errors Following are a list of the possible error messages that may be displayed to warn of failed or incorrect calibration: Error Description Resolution (FAILED) An attempt has been made to Check weights and retry. (BAND) calibrate with a weight or signal which is not in the valid...

  • Page 83: Tilt Calibration Errors (K491 Only)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 8.5. Tilt Calibration Errors (K491 only) Following are a list of possible error messages that may be displayed to warn you of a failed tilt calibration. Error Axis / Tilt Description Details direction X A HI TILT.A exceeded the The calibration requires that TILT.A maximum value...

  • Page 84: Network Communications

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Network Communications 9.1. Introduction The RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet and the optical communications can be used for networking. Warning: The calibration counter is incremented when the calibration related settings are changed. This means that calibration via a serial port cannot be carried out without affecting the certification of a trade installation.

  • Page 85: Termination

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 CMD is a two character hexadecimal field: Command Description Read Literal Read register contents in a ‘human readable’ format Read Final Read register contents in a hexadecimal data format Read Final Same as Read Final except numbers are decimal. (Decimal) Write Final Write the DATA field to the register.

  • Page 86: Error Handling

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 9.2.3. Error Handling If a command cannot be processed, the indicator returns an error. The ERROR bit in the ADDR field is set and the DATA field contains the Error Code as follows: Error DATA Description Unknown Error C000 Error is of unknown type...

  • Page 87: Network Protocol Lua Buffer

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 These registers are protected by the full access passcode if it is being used. In this case, the Enter Full Passcode register is necessary in the process of calibration. If the rear button is used to access the menus normally, then a long press of the rear button will enter a mode that permits calibration via the network.

  • Page 88: Network Protocol Barcode (K402 And K491 Only)

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 9.5. Network Protocol BARCODE (K402 and K491 only) The barcode network protocol allows a barcode scanner to be connected to the instrument to select the product. The source setting allows the product to be selected based on its name, barcode or ID number. To select the example product: Name: abcdefghi Barcode: 123456789abcd ID: 200...

  • Page 89: Rincmd Examples

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 9.6. rinCMD Examples Description Read Gross Weight COMMAND: ( Read Final) Read Gross Weight (Register 0026): ADDR = 20 Reply required from any instrument COMMAND: CMD = 11 : Read Final 20110026  RESPONSE: REG = 0026 : Gross Weight 81110026:00000064 ...
  • Page 90 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Description Trigger Zero Button COMMAND A: Press Send down the Zero button key code. (Write Final) RESPONSE A: COMMAND A: Instrument #1 reports ”Command Successful”. 21120008:0B  RESPONSE A: 81120008:0000  COMMAND B: Do a long press of the F1 key. COMMAND B: 21120008:8E ...

  • Page 91: Automatic Weight Output

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 10. Automatic Weight Output 10.1. Overview The automatic output is normally used to drive remote displays, a dedicated computer, or PLC communications. It is configured using the SER.AUT menu. The RS-232 or the RS- 485 port can be used. The rate of transmission is set by the TYPE setting.
  • Page 92 Reference Manual Rev 2.30  S4: Displays - representing single range.  S5: Displays “ “/”m”/”c” representing Stable / Motion / Overload or Underload  Mode: Displays “_g__” or “_n__” for gross or net weight.  ‘ADDR CMD REG : DATA’: This is the same format as the response from a READ FINAL network command.

  • Page 93: Printing

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 11. Printing 11.1. Overview The instrument can have up to two (2) printouts. There are three (3) types of printout:  RECORD: Record printouts are essentially a single printout generated by a single print event.  DOCKET: Docket printouts are comprised typically of the output of a number of print events.

  • Page 94: K402

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 11.3.2. K402 Format Example FMT.A 001234 01/01/2003 11:30 100.4 kg G TOMATOES Joe's Fruit & Veg FMT.B 30 Yarmouth Pde Tamworth 2040 01/01/2003 11:30 ID: 001234 TOMATOES 5.0 kg 100.4 kg 95.4 kg Thank You! CUSTOM Format defined by REC.PRN token string.

  • Page 95: K402

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 11.4.2. K402 Format Example Joe's Fruit & Veg FMT.A 30 Yarmouth Pde Tamworth 2040 13/03/03 11:09:27 Onions 4.06 kg, 5.04 kg, 3.15 kg, Apples 5.02 kg, 4.48 kg, 6.15 kg, Total 27.90 kg Thank You! Joe's Fruit & Veg FMT.B 30 Yarmouth Pde Tamworth...

  • Page 96: Report Printouts

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 11.5. Report printouts Format Example FMT.A 13/03/2003 11:09:27 Grand Total Apples 5.65 kg Onions 2.25 kg Total 7.90 kg FMT.B 13/03/2003 11:09:27 Grand Total Apples 5.65 kg, Onions 2.25 kg Total 7.90 kg CUSTOM REP.ST REP.PR REP.END Custom Report Events and associated operator actions: Action...
  • Page 97 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 A simple custom format string might be: ‘Weight: \D7\C1' To produce Weight: 30.0kg ^ when the print key is pressed. Events are triggered by short and long press of the Print key and changing products as listed as listed in the tables for each type.

  • Page 98: Page Tokens

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 11.6.1. Page Tokens The page number token must be used prior to the required token in the custom print string. For example the token D7 is used in both Page 0 and Page 4 and has different meanings. Custom Print String: \BE\D7 Code...

  • Page 99: Special Functions

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12. Special Functions 12.1. Introduction The instrument has 3 special function keys on the front panel. The function of these keys can be configured to any of the key functions detailed below. <FUNCTION> keys have no primary function pre-programmed. Each primary function has an associated overlay sticker (supplied) that should be applied to the function key to label the function.

  • Page 100: Single

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12.2.3. SINGLE A single key is a manual trigger for the serial automatic transmit. A single automatic transmit string is sent when this key is pressed. This may be useful where a continual stream of serial data is not wanted. 12.2.4.

  • Page 101: Count

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12.2.5. COUNT A counting key is used to convert weight to number of items (pieces) on the scale.  Short press A short press switches the display between weight and pieces.  Long press A long press allows the sample size and weight to be changed. If EDT.WGT is set to OFF then the weight entry step shown above will be skipped and the current weight on the scale will be used.

  • Page 102: Piece

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 OFF then the quantity entry step shown above will be skipped and a quantity of 100 will be used. If EDT.WGT is set to RESAMP then you can add more pieces and the indicator will adjust the piece weight as long as the change is less than the MAX.ADJ setting.

  • Page 103: Units

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12.2.7. UNITS The units key is used to convert primary (calibrated) units to alternative units.  Short press A short press switches between primary and alternative units.  Long press A long press allows the units conversion factor to be entered. If lb/kg switching is chosen, this will be unavailable.
  • Page 104 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Page 102 004R-600-230...

  • Page 105: Hold

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12.2.8. HOLD A hold key performs a manual hold. Pressing the hold key again will cancel the hold.  Hold  Release Page 103 004R-600-230...

  • Page 106: Peak Hold

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12.2.9. PEAK HOLD The peak hold key implements a peak hold where the largest absolute weight, either positive or negative is stored and displayed.  Short press A short press will switch the peak hold display on and off. ...
  • Page 107 Reference Manual Rev 2.30  The process Page 105 004R-600-230...

  • Page 108: Prd.sel

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12.2.10. PRD.SEL A short press of the product select button will cycle the total display (for the current product) though the available totals information. A long press allows the current product to be selected by number rather than name. ...

  • Page 109: Hi.res

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12.2.11. HI.RES A short press of the high resolution button will enable or disable high resolution mode. If the instrument is in trade mode the high resolution mode will be restored to its original state after five seconds. ...

  • Page 110: Sc.exit

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 12.2.12. SC.EXIT A short press of the scale exit button will trigger the scale exit setpoint if the weight is outside of the zero band. 12.2.13. SEMI.P.T A short press of the semi-auto preset tare button will set the preset tare to the current gross weight.

  • Page 111: Setpoints

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 13. Setpoints 13.1. Overview The indicator supports up to 16 separate set points. Each set point is independently configured for a particular function and can be associated with a particular Output Driver. The set point can be configured to flash the instrument display or sound a buzzer as well as driving a physical output.

  • Page 112: Weigh In (Over) Setpoints And Weigh Out (Under) Setpoints

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30  LEVEL: the setpoint is active whenever the weight has gone over the target, has not dropped below the hysteresis value and the reset input is not currently active.  EDGE: The setpoint becomes active when the weight goes over the target.
  • Page 113 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 LOGIC Point A Point B HIGH Figure 13: OVER verses UNDER setpoints. D = DELAY time O = ON time P = Number of pulses (PLS.NUM) Figure 14: OVER setpoint timing options. Page 111 004R-600-230...

  • Page 114: Additional Settings

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 13.4.1. Additional Settings In addition to the common settings the following settings control the operation of the OVER and UNDER setpoints  SOURCE: Select the weight source for the setpoint to use. Options are:  GROSS uses gross weight only ...

  • Page 115: Logic Setpoint Types

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 13.6. Logic Setpoint Types The following setpoint types are all based on the status of the inputs and the mask.  AND (LGC.AND): Setpoint is active when all inputs in the mask are on.  OR (LGC.OR): Setpoint is active when any inputs in the mask are on. ...
  • Page 116 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Status info Unused Bits 19-32 Weight not held Weight held No errors Overload Underload Error Preset tare not active Preset tare active High range Low range Stable Motion Not centre-of-zero Centre-of-zero Not Zero Zero Gross Table 7: Instrument status for logic setpoints Page 114 004R-600-230...
  • Page 117 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 SETP info Not setpoint 16 Not setpoint 15 Not setpoint 14 Not setpoint 13 Not setpoint 12 Not setpoint 11 Not setpoint 10 Not setpoint 9 Not setpoint 8 Not setpoint 7 Not setpoint 6 Not setpoint 5 Not setpoint 4 Not setpoint 3 Not setpoint 2...

  • Page 118: Scale Entry/Exit Setpoint Types

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 13.7. Scale Entry/Exit Setpoint Types The following setpoint types are all based on the status of the indicator.  Scale Ready (SC.REDY): Setpoint is active when in the zero band and stable for longer than the time set in RDY.TIM. ...

  • Page 119: Analogue Output

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 14. Analogue Output 14.1. Overview The indicator supports a single analogue output used for analogue weight transmission. Setting up a system is a two stage process:  First install the analogue output hardware and configure, calibrate and test the accessory module using the options in the H.WARE:ANL.HW menu.

  • Page 120: Appendix 1: Dimensions

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 15. Appendix 1: Dimensions Weight Indicator Dimensions in mm (1 inch = 25.4 mm) 3D View Front View Side View Back View Weight Indicator (With Rear Enclosure) Dimensions in mm (1 inch = 25.4 mm) 3D View Back View Side View With Boot and Stand Side View...
  • Page 121 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Stainless Steel Weight Indicator Dimensions in mm (1 inch = 25.4 mm) 3D View Front View Side View Back View Stainless Steel Weight Indicator Dimensions in mm (1 inch = 25.4 mm) (With Rear Enclosure) 3D View Front View 323.3mm 12.73in...

  • Page 122: Legal Sealing Details

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 15.1. Legal Sealing Details There are several methods of legally sealing the instrument. The method chosen will depend on local regulations. 15.1.1. Trade Label A trade label showing scale and instrument information is usually required. This can be placed on the front of the instrument: Figure 15: Trade label position.

  • Page 123: Lead Seals

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 15.1.2. Lead Seals There are 2 methods of sealing the instrument with lead and wire seals: Figure 16: Lead seal on rear of instrument. Figure 17: Lead seal on boot. Page 121 004R-600-230...

  • Page 124: Destructible Sticker Seals

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 15.1.3. Destructible Sticker Seals There are 2 methods of sealing with destructible stickers: Figure 18: Destructible sticker seal on rear of instrument. Figure 19: Destructible sticker seal on boot. 15.1.4. Electronic Seal The value of the calibration counter should be written on the scale certification/sealing sticker.

  • Page 125: Appendix 2: Print And Automatic Transmission Tokens

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 16. Appendix 2: Print and Automatic Transmission Tokens 16.1. ASCII codes Code Char Code Code Code Code NULL 026 (1A 052 (34 078 (4E 104 (68 ‘4’ ‘N’ ‘h’ 001 (01 027 (1B 053 (35 ‘5’ 079(4F ‘O’...

  • Page 126: Tokens

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 16.3. Tokens Tokens are special ASCII characters outside the normal printing range. These characters are used to specify where instrument data fields like ‘Current Weight’ are to be inserted into custom format strings. 16.3.1. Non-paged generic tokens Code Token ASCII NULL (send an ASCII 00H character)

  • Page 127: Tokens: Weight

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 16.3.3. Page 0 tokens: Weight Information These pages hold weight information. The same codes are used for each page. Code Token 215 (D7 Displayed reading (gross or net) 216 (D8 Gross reading 217 (D9 Net reading 218 (DA Piece reading 219 (DB...

  • Page 128: Tokens: Product Information

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 16.3.4. Page 4 tokens: Product Information: These pages hold product information where: Code Token Product name Barcode Total weight Total alternative weight Total pieces Number of adds Total docket weight Total docket alternative weight Total docket pieces Number of docket adds Preset tare Counting sample weight...

  • Page 129: Format Tokens

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 16.3.6. Format tokens Format tokens define the behaviour of all subsequent tokens in a string. Code Format Tokens 5 character weight string , decrementing to 3 with wrapping (5,4,3,5…) 6 character weight string 7 character weight string 8 character weight string 9 character weight string 10 character weight string...

  • Page 130: Appendix 3: Communications Registers

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 17. Appendix 3: Communications Registers Register addresses shown in both Hex ( ) and decimal ( Name Address Type Description 0003 String Returns software loaded (eg K402) Software Model 0004 String Returns software version (eg V1.0) Software Version 0005 Number...
  • Page 131 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Name Address Type Description 00000200 : Net For calibration, bit 13 (00002000 ) is high when a calibration is taking place. Example: Send (status):20110021; Response (not calibrating): 81110021:00008400 Response (calibrating): 81110021:0000A400 0022 Number Diagnostic Errors System Error 0023 Number Absolute mV/V reading where 10000 =...
  • Page 132 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Name Address Type Description 0039 Number Traceable date: day 003A Number Traceable date: hour 003B Number Traceable date: minute 003C Number Traceable date: second 0040 Block Returns a block of data which is selected in Stream Data Stream Register 1 ..
  • Page 133 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Name Address Type Description 0059 Number Number of pulses on IO17 since last reset Pulse count 5 005A Number Number of pulses on IO18 since last reset Pulse count 6 005B Number Number of pulses on IO25 since last reset Pulse count 7 005C Number...
  • Page 134 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Name Address Type Description display (including units and annunciators). Note: The display must be in Comms mode. 00B8 Number Write the number of a weight register to this Automatic secondary register to automatically update the display secondary display (including units and annunciators).
  • Page 135 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Name Address Type Description 0100H, before doing a linearity calibration. The display will change to show that a linearisation is taking place. The linearisation point number is sent as a parameter [numbered 0 .. 9]. Example: Sent (5000kg cal weight): 20120100:1388 Response(ok): 81120100:0000 Sent (calibrate 1st point): 20100104:0...
  • Page 136 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Name Address Type Description YY.MM.DD or 5 for YYYY.MM.DD 0152 Number Read/Write current day (1..31) 0153 Number Read/Write current month(1..12) Month 0154 Number Read/Write current year (2000..2099) Year 0155 Number Read/Write current hour (0..23) Hour 0156 Number Read/Write current minute (0..59) Minute...
  • Page 137 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Name Address Type Description The Active Product is the product shown on the instrument display. It is the product which is currently active in the instrument. B000 Number Write number to change the active product. Change Active Product 45056 Read to find out active product number.
  • Page 138 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Table 18: rinCMD registers Note: The viewer software will show the register address for each setting in the menu structure when they are accessed. Note that register addresses are not guaranteed to remain the same between software types and versions. Page 136 004R-600-230...

  • Page 139: Appendix 4: Setup Menu Quick Reference

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 18. Appendix 4: Setup Menu Quick Reference Note:  Read-only Safe Setup. Changing this setting will increment the Calibration Counter. 1 Read-only Safe Setup. Changing this setting will not increment the Calibration Counter. Item GEN.OPT LANG Operator language P.T.SCP Preset tare scope (K402 and K491 only)
  • Page 140 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Item ED.LIN Set Linearisation CLR.LIN Clear Linearisation DIR.ZER Direct mV/V Zero Calibration DIR.SPN Direct mV/V Span Calibration TILT A Tilt Compensation Factor A (K491 only) TILT B Tilt Compensation Factor B (K491 only) TILT C Tilt Compensation Factor C (K491 only) TILT D Tilt Compensation Factor D (K491 only) LC.ZERO...
  • Page 141 Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Item REP.ST Custom string for start of report REP.PR Custom string for each product in a report REP.END Custom string for end of report SETP Number of Setpoints SETP1 .. TYPE Type of setpoint SETP16 OUTPUT Output to use LOGIC Active High or Active Low logic control...

  • Page 142: Appendix 5: Error Messages

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 19. Appendix 5: Error Messages 19.1. Overview A number of error messages may be displayed to warn of operation outside of the acceptable limits. These messages may appear on either the primary or the secondary display. Short messages (XXXXXX) will appear as a single message. Longer messages (XXXXXX) (YYYYYY) will appear on the display in two parts, first the (XXXXXX) part, then the (YYYYYY) part.

  • Page 143: Diagnostic Errors

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 Error Description Resolution needs Full Setup has been selected for editing. Table 21: Errors: setup 19.4. Diagnostic Errors The instrument continually monitors the condition of the internal circuits. Any faults or out-of-tolerance conditions are shown on the display as an E type error message. In the table below the following terms are used: ...

  • Page 144: Appendix 6: Ethernet Module

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 20. Appendix 6: Ethernet Module 20.1. Overview The Ethernet module provides IP (internet protocol) connectivity to the indicator. The information in this appendix only applies to indicators fitted with this module. 20.2. Network Configuration After installing the module, and connecting it to the network it is necessary to configure the network settings for the module.

  • Page 145: Appendix 7: M4501 Dsd Module

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 21. Appendix 7: M4501 DSD Module 21.1. Overview The M4501 DSD module provides alibi memory along with custom string support. The information in this appendix applies only to indicators fitted with this module. 21.2. Writing records A record will be stored in the DSD whenever a traceable weight is generated, A traceable weight is only generated when a print of type RECORD or DOCKET occurs, and only for TOTAL values of NONE or ADD.

  • Page 146: Glossary

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 22. Glossary 22.1. Glossary of Terms Term Definition Count-by The smallest change in weight units that the display can show. See also Resolution. Division A single graduation. EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory Electro-Magnetic Compatibility Regulation Finite Impulse Response Full Scale The maximum gross weight allowed on the scale.

  • Page 147: List Of Figures

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 22.2. List of Figures Figure 1: Weight Indicator ......................6 Figure 2: Cable Connections ......................10 Figure 3: 4-Wire Connections ....................... 11 Figure 4: Loadcell Connections ..................... 11 Figure 5: RS-232 - Instrument to PC using COM Port (DB9) ............12 Figure 6: RS-232 –...

  • Page 148: Index

    Reference Manual Rev 2.30 23. Index Digital Calibration Serial PC Link, 12 with Test Serial Printer 4-Wire Connection, HOLD, 103 Weights, 73 Connections, 12 Direct mV/V Industrial vs OIML Serial Remote 6-Wire Connection, Calibration, 77 and NTEP Mode, Display, 12, 14 Direct Span Setup Display Calibration, 77...
  • Page 149 Notes:...

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