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WEIGHT INDICATOR
DFW: INDICATOR, REPEATER, TRANSMITTER OF
WEIGHT
DFW_03_12.10 _EN_U

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL WEIGHT INDICATOR DFW: INDICATOR, REPEATER, TRANSMITTER OF WEIGHT DFW_03_12.10 _EN_U...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.10_EN_U INDEX 1. INTRODUCTION ................................. 4 2. MAIN TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................6 3. SYMBOLS ................................... 7 4. INSTALLATION .................................. 8 4.1 DFW METAL OR STAINLESS STEEL VERSIONS ....................... 8 4.2 DFW ABS VERSION ..............................9 4.3 DFWL VERSION ................................10 4.4 DFWLB VERSION ...............................
  • Page 3 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.10_EN_U 11.6.4 EXECUTION OF THE PRINTOUTS ........................44 11.6.5 LIST OF WEIGHS (DFWPM10USB MODEL) ..................... 45 11.6.6 TURN OFF THE MASTER AND THE SLAVES ....................47 11.7 ALIBI MEMORY (ALibi) (OPTIONAL) ........................47 11.8 +/- TOLERANCE CHECK (ChECk) ..........................50 11.9 SAMPLE WEIGHT PERCENTAGE (PErC) ........................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 1. INTRODUCTION The purpose of this manual is to help the user get to know the weight indicator’s various functioning modes, the keys’ functions and the display indications. It is possible that one may incur into the phrase “TECH.MAN.REF.”: this means that an advanced function is being described (therefore, for the technical personnel) and which is further explained in the corresponding technical manual.
  • Page 5 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U The crossed-out wheeled bin on the product means that at the product end of life, it must be taken to separate collection or to the reseller when a new equivalent type of equipment is purchased. The...

  • Page 6: Main Technical Specifications

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 2. MAIN TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS POWER SUPPLY DFW: 12Vdc trough 110-240 Vac 50-60Hz adapter and rechargeable battery (6 V – 4,5 Ah). DFWL: 12Vdc through 110-240 Vac 50-60Hz adapter or 4 AA batteries (not included) DFWLB: internal rechargeable battery (nichel-metal hydride) 6 V – 4,5 Ah;...

  • Page 7: Symbols

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U Sense. I/O SECTION DFW: - 1 RS232/TTL input/output configurable for connection to PC/PLC or WEIGHT REPEATER. - 1 RS232 input/output for connection to printer. DFWL, DFWLB, DFWLI, DFWLIB, DFWLKR, DFWLID: - 1 RS232/TTL input/output - 1 RS232/485 input/output Configurable for connection to PC/PLC, WEIGHT REPEATER or PRINTER.

  • Page 8: Installation

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 4. INSTALLATION Depending on the model, the digital weight indicator can have a stainless steel case, or in ABS whose external dimensions are shown in the figures below. It is quite easy to use on a tabletop, while if a fixed support is desired, mounting on a rack, shelf or column is relatively simple.

  • Page 9: Dfw Abs Version

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 4.2 DFW ABS VERSION DFWXP (LCD Display) DFWRXP (LED Display) 1) Power supply input 2) PC connection input (PC RS232; RJ45)

  • Page 10: Dfwl Version

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 4.3 DFWL VERSION 1) PC connection input (PC RS232; RJ45) 2) Battery box for 4 AA batteries 3) Power supply input...

  • Page 11: Dfwlb Version

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 4.4 DFWLB VERSION 1) Power supply input 2) PC connection input (PC RS232; RJ45)

  • Page 12: Dfwli, Dfwlki, Dfwlib Version

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 4.5 DFWLI, DFWLKI, DFWLIB VERSION DFWLI DFWLKI 1) Power supply input 2) PC connection input (PC RS232; RJ45)

  • Page 13: Dfwlid/ Dfwlidcc Version

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 4.6 DFWLID/ DFWLIDCC VERSION 1) Power supply input 2) PC connection input (PC RS232; RJ45)

  • Page 14: Dfwpm Version

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 4.7 DFWPM VERSION 1) USB input (with PC 5V power supply input) 2) Battery box for 4 AA batteries.

  • Page 15: Dfwlkr - Dfwlkrf Versions

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 4.8 DFWLKR – DFWLKRF VERSIONS 1) Power supply input 2) PC connection input (PC RS232; RJ45) 3) Load cells’ connection (12-PIN cable)

  • Page 16: Dfwlap Version

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 4.9 DFWLAP VERSION 1) Power supply input...

  • Page 17: Power Supply And Start Up

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 5. POWER SUPPLY AND START UP 5.1 DFWLKR, DFWLKRF, DFWLAP POWER SUPPLY The instrument can be powered with a 6 Vdc tension supplied from an AC/DC external adapter which should be connected to the 110-240 Vac mains voltage. Safety norms must be respected for the connection to the mains voltage including the use of a line which has to be free from noise generated by other electronic equipment.

  • Page 18: Dfwpm Power Supply

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 5.3 DFWPM POWER SUPPLY The instrument can be powered with 4 AA rechargeable or not rechargeable batteries which are in the extractable battery box. It is also possible to power the indicator with a 5 Vdc voltage supplied by the USB port connected to the PC (depending on the indicator model).

  • Page 19: Front Panel Keys And Indicators (5 Key Version)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 6. FRONT PANEL KEYS AND INDICATORS (5 key version) The front panel of the indicator is designed for quick and simple weighing applications. It consists of a display with 6 digits, 25 mm in height, 7 LED indicators (depending on the model), and a 5-key water-proof film keyboard.
  • Page 20 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U DFWLI/DFWLIB DFWPM...
  • Page 21 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U DFWLAP DFWL / DFWLB...
  • Page 22 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U DFWLID/DFWLIDCC Indicates the presence of power supply. Sensor for the reception of the remote control signal. Indicates that the weight detected by the weighing system is close to zero, within ±¼ of the division. Indicates that the weight is unstable.
  • Page 23 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U - It carries out a specific function of the operating mode set in the set-up environment. - In the numeric input phase it selects the digit to be modified, from left to right. MODE - In totalizator modes, if pressed twice consecutively, it allows to enter in a specific menu to set the parameters of the totalizations.

  • Page 24: Front Panel Keys And Indicators (17 Key Version)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 7. FRONT PANEL KEYS AND INDICATORS (17 key version) The front panel of the indicator is designed for quick and simple weighing applications. It consists of an LCD display with 6 digits 25 mm in height, 7 LED indicators (depending on the model) and a water-proof film keyboard with 17 numeric and function keys.
  • Page 25 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U DFWR Indicates the presence of power supply. Sensor for the reception of the remote control signal. Indicates that the weight detected by the weighing system is close to zero, within ±¼ of the division. Indicates that the weight is unstable.
  • Page 26 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U SCALE KEY FUNCTION - Zeros the displayed gross weight, if it is within +/- 2% of the total capacity. - Cancels the negative tare value ZERO - When entering numbers it decreases the digit to be modified.

  • Page 27: Symbols On The Lcd Display

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 8. SYMBOLS ON THE LCD DISPLAY The LCD display has symbols which show the indicator’s functioning status; you will find the description for each symbol below. LCD DISPLAY NUMBER SYMBOL FUNCTION 0    The weight detected on the weighing system is near zero, within the interval of –1/4 ÷...
  • Page 28 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U (13) The number of pieces is being displayed. (14) Indicates the unit of measure in use(“kg” for kilogram, “g” for gram). (15) Indicates the percentage of the weight on the scale (“Sample Weight Percentile” functioning mode).

  • Page 29: Basic Functions

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 9. BASIC FUNCTIONS 9.1 ZERO SCALE By pressing the ZERO key, it is possible to zero a gross weight value which is within +/- 2% of the capacity; after the zeroing, the display shows 0 weight and the relative pilot lights are turned on.

  • Page 30: Limitation Of The Tare Functions

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U - Press ENTER/PRINT to enter the menu. - until one finds the “tArE” parameter and select it. - With the ZERO or TARE keys select the possible options: “LoCK” (locked tare), “unLoCK” (unlocked tare), diSAb (disabled tare).

  • Page 31: Low Battery Warning

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U the indicator should turn off: enter a number between 1 and 255 (using the MODE key to select the digit to be modified and ZERO/TARE to decrease/increase it) and confirm with ENTER/PRINT. Press many times the C key until the display shows “SAVE?”.

  • Page 32: Remote Control (Optional)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 9.8 REMOTE CONTROL (OPTIONAL) If the model is supplied for the remote control, it is possible to remotely control the instrument through four different remote controls: 4-key infrared (ir) remote control, 18-key infrared (ir) remote control, 19-key infrared (ir) remote control, or 6-key radio (rd) remote control.

  • Page 33: Nineteen-Key Ir Remote Control

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U ”none”MODE FUNCTION ”ir 18” MODE FUNCTION ZERO DISABLED ZERO TARE DISABLED TARE MODE DISABLED MODE PRINT DISABLED ENTER/PRINT DISABLED DISABLED NUMERIC KEYS DISABLED Numeric keys By pressing at length the C key, it’s possible to put the instrument in stand-by; by pressing C on the keyboard or any key on the remote control one returns to the weighing mode.

  • Page 34: Date/Time Adjustment (Optional Or Included Depending On The Model)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U Scroll until one finds the “ir.ConF” parameter and select it. With the ZERO or TARE keys select the possible options: “none” (disabled remote control), “rd 1” and “rd.br 1” (all the remote control keys function as the TARE key) or “rd 6” and “rd.br6”(the remote control keys functions as ZERO, TARE, MODE, ENTER/PRINT, C/DEL and Fn).

  • Page 35: Screen Saver" Function (Optional Or Included Depending On The Model)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 9.10 “SCREEN SAVER” FUNCTION (OPTIONAL OR INCLUDED DEPENDING ON THE MODEL) If the indicator is fitted with the date/time function (optional or included depending on the model), it is possible to enable the “Screen Saver”: after a programmable time (from 1 to 255 minutes) with the scale unloaded, the time is shown on the display, in the “HH:MM:SS”...

  • Page 36: Reenabling The Printouts And The Indicator Functions

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U NOTE: In the totaliser mode in order to print the totalised weight the following must take place: - the weight must be stable; - the net weight must be >= of a division with normal or fast totalisation;...

  • Page 37: Additional Functions Of The 17-Key Indicator

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U The capacity value of the first range will appear. Press the ZERO key to scroll the following data, in this order: Capacity 1° range Minimum weigh 1° range Division 1° range Capacity 2° range Minimum weigh 2° range Division 2°...

  • Page 38: Repetition Of The Last Printout Made

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U until the instrument is turned off. In any case it is possible to make it so the code is cancelled as soon as it is printed (UNLOCKED CODE). Press the keys “F” + “4” in sequence; the display indicates "MId n”.

  • Page 39: Unit Of Measure/Pounds Conversion (Std)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U Confirm with ENTER/PRINT; if one has selected the inout, MAStr, ChECk, PErC, tot o, tot S or Coun mode, one will be asked to select one or more operating parameter; refer to the specific functioning mode section for the relative description.

  • Page 40: Set Point On The Net Weight (Stpn)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U RELAY 1 STATUS ENABLED DISABLED Sb1.OF Sb1.On GROSS WEIGHT NOTES If the relay functioning mode has not been configured, the prolonged pressure of the ENTER/PRINT key has no effect. The DISABLING SET POINT must be equal or less than the ENABLING one;...
  • Page 41 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U in.out input/output: INPUT First weight with unit of measure. OUTPUT Second weight with unit of measure. NET Zero weight with unit of measure >> if WEIGH 1 = WEIGH 2 INPUT NET >> if WEIGH 1 > WEIGH 2 Difference without sign between INPUT and OUTPUT with unit of measure.

  • Page 42: Single - Multiscale Repeater (Mastr)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U 11.6 SINGLE - MULTISCALE REPEATER (MAStr) MAStEr nuMSL (!) 01...32 LiStEn (!) no, yES Print (!) no, yES (!) ExtEnd, ProtoC (§) norMAL (!) kb.dFW, kb.dFkr, t.kEyb (§) kb.dGt, kb.CPWE, kb.3590 (!) no, yES, WGh.LSt (§) yES.dir...

  • Page 43: Functioning

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U - (if listen mode = “no”) one is asked to enter the SLAVE keyboard type: “kb.dFW” (for DFW type instruments), “kb.dFkr“ (for DFWKR type instruments), “kb.dGt” (for DGT type instruments), “kb.CPWE” (for CPWE/3590E type instruments), “kb.3590” (for 3590 type instruments).

  • Page 44: Execution Of The Printouts

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U NOTE: the functionality of the MODE key is the same as the preceding way. MASTER KEY MAP Pressed key 3590 key CPWE key DGT key ZERO ZERO ZERO TARE TARE TARE TARE MODE RIGHT ARROW MODE...

  • Page 45: List Of Weighs (Dfwpm10Usb Model)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U Examples of printout: 2 slaves connected to the master (TPR printer) Slave 1 Slave 2 Master NOTES: If the printer has been selected in the MASTER but not in the SLAVE, it is not possible to print.
  • Page 46 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U Storing of the weight and management of the list: - by pressing the ENTER/PRINT key the current weight value is stored in the list; it is also possible to store the sum of the weighs; - by pressing at length the ENTER/PRINT key it is possible to access to the management menu of the list of weighs (if the “yES”...

  • Page 47: Turn Off The Master And The Slaves

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U By pressing any key the connection is disabled (the next step in the menu is displayed); to reactivate it, one has to select the “PC.Conn” step and press ENTER/PRINT. Example of connection to the PC: DFWPM10USB (MASTER) connected to PC; “PC.SEL” parameter set to 2 (TECH.MAN.REF.).
  • Page 48 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U Example: If the stored weigh is the following: “PIDST,1, 1.000kg, 1.000kg,00126-131072” and the following will be: “PIDST,1, 1.000kg, 1.000kg,00127-000000” The storage of a weigh is possible only if the weight is stable and valid (in other words not in underload nor in overload), if the gross weight is equal or greater than zero and without the TILT alarm (see the paragraph “”TILT”...
  • Page 49 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U It is not possible to just cancel a single weigh. The initialisation is possible only with a non approved instrument. SERIAL COMMANDS Besides the commands described in the section “FORMAT OF THE SERIAL COMMANDS”, TECH.MAN.REF., in this...

  • Page 50: Tolerance Check (Check)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U Instrument response: [II]B,LLLLLLLLLLUU,YYTTTTTTTTTTUU<CR o CRLF> In which: [II] 485 address (only when transmitting in 485 mode) scale number (always 1) LLLLLLLLLL gross weight on 10 digits unit of measure spaces in the case of null or semiautomatic tare, PT in the case of manual tare...

  • Page 51: Sample Weight Percentage (Perc)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U entered, it is rounded off to the nearest minimum division multiple. With the DFWLID/DFWLIDCC if you activate the tolerance check CHEK (F.ModE >> Funct >> Check, RIF.MAN.T, TECH.MAN.REF.) you have the option to choose the color for each threshold of Check(under, ok and over).

  • Page 52: Single Scale Repeater (Repe)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U also in the weighing mode. If the entered value is confirmed, it will substitute the one in the set-up environment. PROCEDURE 1) Place the empty container on the scale and press TARE to tare it. 2) Check that the zero is on the display and press MODE.

  • Page 53: Display With Sensitivity X 10 (Viss) (To Be Used In Testing During The Calibration)

    - The keys pressed in the REPEATER are not repeated on the TRANSMITTER and vice versa. - The indicator acts as a simple weight repeater: only the C – ON/OFF key is enabled for turning on/off. Example of Dini Argeo REPEATER/TRASMITTER configuration: FunCt...

  • Page 54: Horizontal Totalizer (Sum Of Lots) (Tot O)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U TABLE OF OPERATING PARAMETERS IN PEAK MODE LENGTH SAMPLINGS PER SECOND ACQUIRED VALUES MEDIATED VALUES When enabling the PEAK mode, it’s possible that the displayed weight isn’t really the one on the scale. Greater the number of samplings per second, and greater is the weight that can be shown on the display.
  • Page 55 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U weigh number and the net weight total, before the printing of the data. In the automatic one, there is the automatic acquisition of the stable weight; therefore the display of the "totAL" message on the display and then the printing of the data.
  • Page 56 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U In weighings mode (not in SETUP environment), it is possible modify quickly the following steps, by pressing twice consecutively the MODE key: tot o / tot S Min.WGt (!) 000.000 MAX.WGt (!) 000.000 MAX.tot (!) 00 After having set these parameters (by pressing ENTER/PRINT into it to confirm the new value), by pressing the C key, it returns in the weighings mode status.

  • Page 57: Vertical Totalizer (Sum By Recipe) (Tot S)

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U NOTES: The selected storage remains active for all the following totalizations until it is substituted with another. All the values accumulated in the single storage numbers are automatically zeroed each time the instrument is turned off; it’s possible to store permanently these data if the instrument is fitted with the date/time board.

  • Page 58: Indicator Connected To Printer, Functioning By Battery

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U PIECE COUNTING IN EXTRACTION 1) Load a FULL container on the scale and press "TARE" to tare it. 2) Press "MODE": The display suggests various REFERENCE QUANTITIES: 5,10,20,30,40,50,60,75,100,200 3) Press "ZERO" or "TARE" various times until the chosen quantity is displayed.

  • Page 59: Instrument Messages While In Use

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U Press any key to exit. NOTE: it is not possible to turn on the printer with the ZERO key in the REPEATER IN RADIO FREQUENCY functioning mode. The printer is now on; carry out the desired operations.
  • Page 60 DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U Er – 85 It is displayed when the instrument has been initialized but not yet been calibrated. Press the TARE key when the instrument displays “Er – 85” to enter the technical set-up environment and carry out the calibration.

  • Page 61: Declaration Of Conformity

    DFW series indicators DFW_03_12.07_EN_U DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This device conforms to the essential standards and norms relative to the applicable European regulations. The Declaration of Conformity is available in the web site www.diniargeo.com WARRANTY The TWO YEARS warranty period begins on the day the instrument is delivered.

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