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- Page 1 ZK830 User Instructions AWT35-501609 Issue AE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This publication was correct at the time of going to print, however Avery Weigh-Tronix reserves the right to alter without notice the specification, design, price or conditions of supply of any product or service at any time. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Chapter 2 Introduction ..........................9 Basic counting principles ....................9 Front panel ........................10 Annunciators ......................11 Powering up the ZK830 ....................11 Connections on the BSQ ....................12 Leveling the scale ......................14 Numeric entry procedure (without optional keypad) ............15 Numeric entry procedure (with optional keypad) ............. - Page 4 Totals menu item ....................... 47 App Pwr menu item ....................47 Counting application supervisor menu ................48 Count menu item ....................... 49 PLU menu item ......................50 Checkweighing application supervisor menu ..............52 Check menu item ...................... 52 ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions...
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Page 5: Chapter 1 General Information And Warnings
Cautions give information about procedures that, if not observed, could result in damage to equipment or corruption to and loss of data. NOTE: This is a Note symbol. Notes give additional and important information, hints and tips that help you to use your product. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 6: Installation
Installations within Europe must use a socket which provides a minimum of IP56 protection to the plug / cable assembly. Care must be taken to make sure that the degree of protection provided by the socket is suitable for the environment. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 7: Routine Maintenance
To avoid the risk of RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury), place the machine on a surface which is ergonomically satisfactory to the user. Take frequent breaks during prolonged usage. 1.6 Sharp objects Do not use sharp objects such as screwdrivers or long fingernails to operate the keys. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 8: Chapter 2 Introduction
Basic counting principles Introduction The ZK830 is an indicator which, when attached to a BSQ digital scale base, creates a highly accurate counting, weighing and checkweighing system. The indicator, shown in Figure 2.1 with the optional keypad, is easy to use. The indicator has two full duplex... -
Page 9: Front Panel
In the count application allows you to enter or view piece weight values. 4 5 6 Use the numeric keypad to enter values or clear a value from the display (C key). 7 8 9 ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 10: Annunciators
24VDC) via a 2.1mm center positive barrel jack plugged into the receiver on the back of the indicator. The first time you power up the ZK830 you need to pick which application you will be using. See First time power up on page 16 for instructions on how to do this. -
Page 11: Connections On The Bsq
AC power. These two panels and their connections are shown in Figure 2.3. Back panel for AC power only Not used in ZK830 Power connection Scale connection Back panel for DC or AC Power Battery connections Power connection Scale connection Figure 2.3 BSQ connections ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... - Page 12 The DC output barrel jack plugs into the 12-36 VDC input as shown in Figure 2.4. Figure 2.4 AC power block Plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet, then into the receptacle in the PSU. See Figure 2.5. Figure 2.5 AC power connections ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions...
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Page 13: Leveling The Scale
When a 24-36 VDC power supply is plugged into the power connection on the back panel of the ZK830, the green POWER light will turn on indicating power has been applied to the BSQ base. The red CHARGING light will blink to indicate the battery is charging. -
Page 14: Numeric Entry Procedure (Without Optional Keypad)
Use the optional numeric keypad to enter all numbers. Press the ZERO key to enter or accept the value. 2.8 Printing There are several default print formats that can be used but these are configured or customized as part of the setup by a programmer or qualified service technician. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 15: Chapter 3 Indicator Applications
When sample parts are being added to the scale they can be counted out slowly or, in other words, dribbled onto the scale. A key press (SAMPLE key) is needed to finish the sampling process. The piece weight is calculated and the count is displayed. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 16: Remote Base Switching (Optional Keypad Required)
To view the current piece weight, press the PCWT key and the piece weight will be shown for five seconds. 3.2.4 SELECT key default function In the Count application you can view the gross, net, count and count total values by repeatedly pressing SELECT. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 17: Special Key Functions
COUNT annunciator is lit. If the sample weight was not enough, Add XXX will be displayed. Add XXX parts and press the SAMPLE key. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 18: Counting In Bulk Mode
Press SELECT to see the accumulated count total. The total is erased when a new piece weight is established, a new PLU is selected or the if the ZK830 is powered off. 3.2.8 Counting in bulk mode With the count application in bulk mode active, follow these steps to count: Press ZERO to zero the scale, if necessary. -
Page 19: Using Plus (Optional Keypad Only)
Press SELECT to see the accumulated count total. The total is erased when a new piece weight is established, a new PLU is selected or the if the ZK830 is powered off. 3.2.9 Using PLUs (optional keypad only) CAUTION: Using a PLU assumes the individual piece weights are identical between batches. -
Page 20: Check Counting
Upper and lower limits can be stored in each of the (1-40) PLUs or a supervisor can set fixed upper and lower limits that are always active until a PLU is recalled. If the PLU is canceled the fixed limits become active again. See the illustration below. Under Accept Over ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 21: General Weighing Application
PLU tare If you have PLUs in memory, the PLU can be recalled and this activates the associated tare value. If two scales are active, the PLU can store a tare for each scale separately. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... - Page 22 Key in the PLU number (1-40) or the 3-7 digit part number and press PLU … The tare value associated with that PLU is recalled and is now active. The display will show a negative value (equal to the tare value). ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions...
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Page 23: High Resolution Weighing (If Enabled)
If activated, setpoints behave differently in the different applications. See the table below: Below Value Above Value General App. Count App. UNDER ACCEPT OVER Checkweigher App. UNDER ACCEPT OVER ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 24: Printing
General weighing application 3.3.7 Printing To print the current weight information, press PRINT. The configured print format will be output through the configured port to the connected peripheral device. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 25: Checkweighing Application
Supervisor menu. Setting upper and lower weight limits The ZK830 can have up to 40 preset upper and lower limits via the PLU database. These are created and edited using the password protected Supervisor menu. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 26: Weighing A Target Object
The tare and weight limits become active and you can begin to weigh your items. To clear a PLU press 0 and then the PLU key. This will clear the current values for tare and weight limits. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 27: Accumulating Gross And Net Weights
3.4.6 Accumulating gross and net weights If enabled you can press the PRINT key to accumulate gross and net weights. You can then press the SELECT key to scroll through the gross, net and transaction totals. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 28: Chapter 4 Menus
Password protected menus are available to configure the indicator and/or view information. 4.1 Accessing the menus Follow these steps to access the menus in the ZK830. With the indicator powered up and in normal operating mode, press and hold SAMPLE/F1 …... -
Page 29: Exiting The Menus
Weighing Mode TARE = PRINT = Press and SAMPLE/F1 hold UNITS = ZERO = Enter 111 & press ZERO SAMPLE/F1 = Escape or User About Audit page page page Figure 4.1 USER level (password 111) menus ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 30: User Menu
This is the entry screen for the minute. This is the entry screen for the second. StYLE Use this to set the style of clock for printouts. Choices are 12hr, 12hr-AP (AM/PM) and 24hr (military time). ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... - Page 31 Use this to view the Seal status. This is the status of the physical seal inside the indicator. If the unit is sealed, no changes can be made to the configuration of the indicator. unSEALE or SEALEd is displayed. To exit the menu, see Exiting the menus on page ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions...
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Page 32: About Menu
Use this item to view the values for the IP, Subnet, Gateway and MAC addresses. Press the ENTER key successively to see all parts of the addresses. If the indicator is connected to an ethernet network, the values displayed will be the current assigned addresses. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 33: Audit Menu
Use the Audit menu to view the two counters that tell you how many times the indicator has been configured and calibrated. This completes the Audit menu. To exit the menu, see Exiting the menus on page ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 34: Chapter 5 Error Messages
Recalled PLU has a pieceweight of 0. BSQ Cal Error / ZK830 and BSQ have not been calibrated together. If the remote scale is a BSQ the 1 shown in the illustration will be a 2. -
Page 35: Chapter 6 String Index/Character Data Entry
Single Key Press flashing digit by the flashing Enter Add Digit ESC/Abort digit digit by 1 Move flashing Move flashing Delete the Long Key Press Does nothing Does nothing Does nothing digit left digit right entire entry ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 36: Chapter 7 Options
The light stack provides quick, visual feedback on the status of checkweighing and check counting functions. Over, under and accept lights as well as an alarm can be triggered by the ZK830 to alert users. The light stack can be mounted in multiple positions on the scale base or optional column. -
Page 37: Debris Shield
Options 7.3 Debris shield The debris shield fills the gap between the BSQ base and the ZK830 to prevent debris from falling behind the indicator. Debris shield 7.4 Desk/wall mount The desk/wall mount bracket attaches easily to the indicator and allows for easy use on a wall or desktop. -
Page 38: Columns
Columns 7.5 Columns The ZK830 indicator can be mounted one of two columns available as options: one is 15” (38cm) and the other is 23” (58.5cm) tall. 7.6 Draft shield The draft shield offers protection from drafts which can adversely affect the function of the scale when weighing small parts. -
Page 39: Underhook
An underhook kit allows weights to be suspended beneath the BSQ base. 7.8 Ball top The ball top allows easy movement of heavier objects especially in assembly line situations. Only available on the 12” x 14” (30.5cm x 35cm)base. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 40: Batteries
25 hours of continuous use or 1-2 weeks of occasional operation. ZQ BAT attached to back of the column 7.10 Clamp down plate The clamp down plate holds down the BSQ base and makes the ZK830 secure for transporting on carts and trolleys. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 41: 802 Wireless Option Card
Options 7.11 802 wireless option card The 802 wireless option card allows the ZK830 to communicate wirelessly to many peripheral devices. This must be installed by a qualified technician. 7.12 Remote base analog card The 5V remote base analog card allows the connection of second analog scale to the ZK830 for remote weighing. -
Page 42: Printer
7.13 Printer 7.13 Printer Printers of several styles are available for use with the ZK830. A range of compatible printers can be used with the ZK830. One style, available through Avery Weigh-Tronix, is shown below. 7.14 Scanner A barcode scanner can help speed up inventory processes. A range of compatible scanners can be used with the ZK830. -
Page 43: Chapter 8 Supervisor Menu
Counting application supervisor menu on page 48 Checkweighing application supervisor menu on page 52 Use the Numeric entry procedure (without optional keypad) on page 15 Numeric entry procedure (with optional keypad) on page 15 when you need to enter values. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 44: General Weighing Application Supervisor Menu
The Setpoint menu is the same for all the applications so will only be explained once here. Exceptions are noted in the text. Use the navigation keys to reach the item you want to set. Each item is explained on the following pages. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 45: Setpoint Menu Item
Choose bSq or otHEr to enable battery usage. If you pick otHEr, setpoint #3 will be disabled. Choose off to disable battery usage. Only enable the battery and set the tMout value if using the internal ZK830 battery option. The shut off timer will not work with other external battery sources. -
Page 46: Plu Menu Item
Enable this to force the user to pick the application desired at the next power up. This completes the Supervisor menu for General Weighing. Repeatedly press TARE until the indicator returns to normal weighing mode. The changes are saved automatically and the indicator reboots. The current weight value is displayed. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 47: Counting Application Supervisor Menu
The Setpnt, bAttErY, totALS and APP Pwr submenus in Figure 8.2 are the same as described in General Weighing application supervisor menu on page 45. Go there for information on those submenus. The Count and PLU submenus are described below. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... -
Page 48: Count Menu Item
Min.SAmP If you want to count very small parts and the environment is such that the scale is unable to get a sample weight that meets your accuracy requirement, you can turn this requirement off. This will allow the ZK830 to successfully get a sample weight. This may be done at the expense of your requested accuracy.... -
Page 49: Plu Menu Item
Lo LiMi Enter a low limit count. Only active if chEcK is enabled under cHK MEn. hi LiMi Enter a high limit count. Only active if chEcK is enabled under cHK MEn. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... - Page 50 Choose ALL to allow updating both and nonE to deny this ability. This completes the Supervisor menu for the Count application. Repeatedly press TARE until the indicator returns to normal weighing mode. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions...
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Page 51: Checkweighing Application Supervisor Menu
This stands for High Tolerance. Enter a weight value for the weight tolerance above the target weight. undrdiv This stands for Under Divisions. Enter the number of divisions below your low tolerance which will cause the first under segment to appear. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions... - Page 52 With LAtcHou on, the weight has to stabilize before the annunciator and output for the appropriate condition (Under, Accept or Over) are activated. This completes the Supervisor menu for the Checkweighing application. Repeatedly press TARE until the indicator returns to normal weighing mode. ZK830 Counting Scale User Instructions...
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