Contents Precautions for Safety ............4 Features and Main functions..........7 Technical Specification............8 External Appearance and Dimensions ......10 Front Panel Descriptions ............ 12 Rear Panel Descriptions............17 Installation & Connection ..........18 Calibration Mode..............20 Weighing Mode..............26 Test Mode................
Precautions for Safety Please comply with 'Cautions for Your Safety', which will lead you to use the product safely and properly to prevent any dangerous situations. Cautions are divided into 'Warning' and 'Alert', which mean as follows. ■ Keep this manual in a place where product users can find out, after finish reading it. ■...
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Warning When any damage or defect Insert plug firmly to wall outlet to Scale must be grounded to occurs, contact your CAS prevent electric shock. minimize electricity static. This authorized dealer immediately will minimize defect or electric for proper repair.
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This may interfere with accurate reading. environment. Our Dealers : CAS feels that each of its valued customers should get the best service available. Whether it’s the initial installation of our product, maintenance/repair work, or simply answering questions about our products, CAS Corporation and all of its Authorized Dealers are highly trained to assist you with any need regarding CAS products.
CAS Indicator (CI-500A Series) is a product with diverse functions and various external interface functions. It was designed to be suitable for specific requirements of a variety of industrial sites, and its external design is based on both durability and beauty.
Span Calibration (Set one automatic weight calibration) 7Segment 3 red-colored digits FND 2EA Display CI-502A Character size : 20.0(H) X 11.0(W) mm CI-505A Character size: 14.1(H) X 8.1(W) mm Function key (4EA), Number and Function key (12 EA) Division X1, X2, X5, X10, X20, X50 Below Zero Indication Negative “-“...
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Status Lamp STABLE Indicated when the weight is stable ZERO Indicated when the weight is “0” TARE Indicated when tare is entered Indicates gross and net weight after setting tare Indicated when Step1 Relay ON is output. Indicated when Step2 Relay ON is output. Indicated when Step3 Relay ON is output.
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How-to-use the Keys ■ Function Key Not supported in CI-505A * Sets the weight near zero to be displayed as 0. (select range from 2%, 5%, 10%, 20%, 100%) Not supported in CI-505A *Use this key to measure the weight using a container. *When this key is pressed, the scale stores a current weight as the tare.
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Number Key * Used to set the weight near zero to be displayed as 0. (Select the range from 2%, 5%, 10%, 20%, 100%) * Press this key (for 3 seconds) to enter the test mode. * After taring off the weight of a container, press this button to alternate from gross to net weight.
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* Used to register an ID number. (1~99) * Used to save and/or clear the current status in the calibration mode, set mode, and test mode Double Key (*After pressing the step (#6 Key) or set key, enter the number key) * Used to check and/or change the weight of Step1.
■ LOAD CELL :: Load Cell Connection Port (6-wired type) ■ OPTION :: BCD Input, BCD Output, Analog Output (4~20mA or 0~10V), RS-422/RS-485 ■ POWER S/W:: Power Switch For a precise measurement, it is recommended that you use the indicator 'CI-502A/505A' approximately 10 minutes after powering on.
Installation & Connection 1) Load cell connection Connect load cell connector to load cell port which is in the backside of the indicator. * Connecting method Pin # Pin Function Color EXC+ SEN+ Brown EXC- White SEN- Black SIG+ Green SIG- Blue SHIELD...
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* The Relationship Between the Load Cell Output and Input Sensitivity The input sensitivity of this product is over 0.2uV/digit maximum. The system design must satisfy the following formula: LoadCell excitation Voltage x LoadCell Output Voltage x 1 Division Value 0.2uV ≤...
Calibration Mode What is Calibration? It refers to adjusting the indicated numerical value of the weight to represent the actual weight. (1) How to enter Calibration Mode Loosen the bolts at the Rea r panel of the Indicator and set the CAL ①...
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(2) Calibration Menu (CAL 1 ~ CAL 7) 1 : Multi-calibration range set-up CAL 1 : Maximum Capacity Set-up CAL 2 : Minimum Division Set-up CAL 3 : Zero Calibration CAL 4 : Setting the Balance Weight (Setting Weight) during Span Calibration CAL 5 : Span Calibration CAL 6 : Weigh Constant Calibration CAL 7 : Equivalence input mode(DIRECT Loadcell input mode)
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CAL 1: The step where the maximum capacity is set. Function: Maximum capacity set-up (Range: 1~99,999) Key used Display Sub-Display Description : Save and/or move to the next menu C= 500 CAL 1 500 kg CAPA C=2000 2000 kg : Change the value : Finish Note 1.
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CAL 3: The step of Zero Calibration. Function: Zero Calibration Key used Display Sub-Display Description Clear the scale and press UnLoAd : Zero CAL 3 During Zero Calibration Calibration ---- Zero Calibration complete. Zero 1728 Good Automatically move to the : Finish Span Calibration menu after this display.
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CAL 5: Span Calibration with a Balance Weight Function: Span Calibration Key used Display Sub-Display Description After placing the balance weight used in CAL 3 step on the scale, : Span key. Calibration press the CAL 5 ---- During Span Calibration… Set SPAn Span Calibration complete.
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CAL 7 Weight Measurement Mode using an Equivalent Circuit Display or Key Used Description Enter the maximum capacity allowed CAL 1 indicated on the label of the load cell EX) Weight: 200kg Abbreviation of DIVISION, indicating the CAL 2 division value EX) The minimum division value 0.05 ☞...
Weighing Mode (1) Zero Compensation Display or Key Used Scale Description Step Empty Change in Zero Step ☞ Zero Compensation has been performed. In other words, the Step Empty current weight is designated as ‘0’Kg. Note 1. The possible operating range of the Zero key is from ±2% ~±100% of the maximum weight.
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Step ☞ Gross Weight (Weight of container and item): 18.00 kg. Step con + Item When the Net Weight lamp is turned off, the gross weight is displayed. Note 1. In order to clear Tare, press (the Tare) key when the scale is empty. (3)Change in Digital Filter Display or Key Used Scale...
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(4) ID Number Change Display or Key Used Scale Description Step Empty Tare : 5.00 kg Step Item (Steel) ☞ Step ☞ Step Enter ’10,’ the ID number for Steel Step Item (Steel) ☞ Step ID number is saved. Step Item (Steel) Move back to the Weighing Mode.
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Note 1. The print-out format is as follows: ====================== SUB-TOTAL DATE 2009/07/07 TUE TIME 09:30:45 CODE T-COUNT : T-WEIGHT : 350.0 kg Note 1. To delete the sub-total data, press key and then (6) Print-out of the Grand Total Display or Key Used Scale Description Prints out the Total Weight Value of...
Test Mode (1) How to enter the Test Mode Turning on the power while pressing on the front of the Indicator starts it in the Test Mode. Press the number dorresponding to the desired Test Menu. (2) Test Menu (TEST 1 ~ TEST 8) Test 1 : Key Test Test 2 : Display Test Test 3 : Load Cell and A/D Conversion Test...
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TEST 2 Function: Display Test Key Used Display Description 8.8.8.8.8.8. (3 sec) Test 2 is performed. : Upper Menu 1.2.3.4.5.6. (2 sec.) Other keys: Test The status indicating light flickers in order Note 1. Press '9' to run the Display Test. Test according to types of FND Dot. TEST 3 Function: Load Cell Test and A/D Conversion Test Key Used...
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Note 1. Interface: RS-232C , Protocol : 9600bps, N, 8, 1 , Column : 30 Note 2. When the printer is properly connected and specified, the print-out is as follows. Come And Success CAS Corporation http://www.cas.co.kr TEL 82-2-2225-3500 FAX 82-2-475-4669...
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TEST 7 Function: BCD Output Test Key Used Display Description : Upper Menu ALL ON:All BCD Outputs are ON ALL OFF:All BCD Outputs are OFF : ON/OFF Switch TEST 8 Function: ANALOG Output Test (0-24mA, 0-10V) Key Used Display Description HIGH HIGH: Outputs the value of the Maximum : Upper Menu...
Set Mode (1) How to Enter the Set Mode Turning on the power while pressing key on the front of the Indicator starts it in Set Mode. To enter into the Set Mode while using the Indicator normally, Press key fot approximately 3 seconds. (2) Key Used : use to change the set value.
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Set the Zero Range ±2% ~ ±100% Set the Tare Range ±2% ~ ±100% Set the Initial Zero Range (Init Zero) ±2% ~ ±100% Excessive weight is from maximum Set the Excessive Weight Check Range (09) weight value to +99 division unit above (Weight Unit) the maximum weight value.
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Set-up for the External relay In/Output Function(Relay Function) (06) Set-up for the external relay input Set 7 types of external relay input Select the Weighing Mode (1~9) 9 types of Weighing Mode Delay time of (10) 0 sec ~ 9.9 sec Finish relay output (0~ 9.9) Delay time of Finish relay operation (10)
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Option Series Designate the Output Mode When BCD Out Option is in Use Positive logic / Negative logic (0~1) Zero Output Calibration when (4000) Analog Out Option is in Use 4.000 mA Low-A (0 ~ 24000) Maximum Output Calibration (20000) when Analog Out Option is in Use 20.000 mA HIGH-A (0 ~ 24000)
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General Function Function Set-up for the Weighing Unit (Weighing Unit) Display Signification Set-up Range F01. 0 Kilogram (kg) (0, 1) F01. 1 Gram (g) F01. 2 Ton (t) Function Set-up for the Load Cell Type (Tension or Compress, Tension & Compression) Display Signification Set-up Range...
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Function Set-up for the Automatic Zero Tracking Compensation Display Signification F06. 0 Do not use the automatic zero tracking compensation Set-up Range F06. 1 Compensate if it slowly changes to below 0.5 divisions (0 ~ 9) F06. 5 Compensate if it slowly changes to below 2.5 divisions F06.
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Function Set the Hold Type Display Signification Average Hold: Holds the average of the varying weight for F08. 0 f-09 time when the Hold key is pressed or externally entered. Set-up Range F08. 1 Peak Hold: Holds the peak value of varying weight (0 ~ 2) Sampling Hold: Holds the sample or momentary value of F08.
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Function Set the Tare Range Display Signification Display Signification Tare key is available within Tare key is available within F11. 0 F11. 5 2% of the maximum weight 50% of the maximum weight Tare key is available within Tare key is available within F11.
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Function Set-up for allowing key input in the front of the indicator Display Signification Set-up Range F15. 0 Do not use (All Keys available for use) (0 ~ 1) F15. 1 Use (Only Zero, F1, F2 Key are available for use) Function Set the purpose for Function key 1 Set-up Range...
Communication & Print Function Function Set the Device ID (Device ID) Display Signification Set-up Range F20. 01 Device ID 01 (00 ~ 99) F20. 99 Device ID 99 Not 1. This function can be used as custom ID for the Indicator in Command Mode. Function Set the Parity Bit (Parity Bit –...
Transmit weight value when ID number is entered (KEY) (0 ~ 7) F25. 5 Change to ID number value at the location of (CAS 22 BYTE) 6,7 BYTE and transmit Use the Indicator as the External Indicator. Use 18BYTE F25. 6...
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<Simple Command Mode Table> Indicator Function Indicator Response Reception Request for weight If this command is received, it sends the data in the designated dd RW CR LF data format. (sends the data in the designated format.) Same as the Zero If this command is received, it performs the Zero compensation is dd MZ CR LF performed and re-transmits dd MZ CR LF to the PC.
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Function Set the Output Data and/or Print Format Display Signification F31. 0 CAS’s 22 bytes F31. 1 CAS’s 10 bytes F31. 2 AND’s 18 bytes Print format 0 Set-up Range F31. 3 (Date, Time, Serial Number, ID Number, Net Weight) (0 ~ 8) F31.
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Function Automatic Print Set-up Display Signification Set-up Range F32. 0 Manual Print (0, 1) F32. 1 Automatic Print (Once) F32. 2 Automatic Print (Sequential) Note 1. At the Automatic Print mode, if the weight is stable, it will be printed without pressing the Print key.
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Note 3. To add the company name, “CAS,” to the existing print format, enter the following: P01-067 ( ASCII Code 67 : Character C) P02-065 ( ASCII Code 65 : Character A) P03-083 ( ASCII Code 83 : Character S) P04-255 ( ASCII Code 0: Data End) Note 4.
Set External Relay In/Output Function (Relay Function) Function External Relay Input Set Function (function external relay input set) Display COM1 COM2 COM3 COM4 F50. 0 Zero Tare / Clear Tare Net Weight Gross Weight Gross / Net F50. 1 Zero Tare / Clear Tare Print Weight...
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Relay Output OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 6 Limit Mode 1 (Contact ‘A’ output Finish Zero of 4 steps) Limit Mode 2 Lowest Upper (Free Fall and Finish Zero limit NG limit NG Weighing judgment) Packer Mode 1 (Contact ‘B’...
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<Limit mode 1> Relay Operation Graph when #1 of F51 is set Weight Step4 Step3 Step2 Step1 Near Zero Tare External Input Output 1 Output 2 Output 3 Output 4 T1 T2 Finish Output 5 Near Zero Output 6 Note. 1.
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<Limit mode 2> Relay Operation Graph when #2 of F51 is set Weight Stable Step2 – Free Fall Step1 Near Zero Output 1 Output 2 Output 3 Output 4 Finish Output 5 Near Zero Output 6 Note. 1. Set value input requirement: Step2– Free Fall > Step1 2.
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<Packer Mode 1> Relay Operation Graph when #3 of F51 is Set Weight Step4 Step3 Step2 Step1 Near Zero Start External Input Output 1 Output2 Output 3 Output 4 T1 T2 Finish Output 5 Near Zero Output 6 Note. 1. Required set value input: Step4> Step3 > Step2> Step1 2.
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<Packer Mode 2> Relay Operation Graph when #4 of F51 is Set Weight Stable Step 2– Free Fall Step1 Near Zero Start External Input Output 1 Output 2 Finish Output 3 Lowest Limit NG Output 4 Upper Limit NG Output 5 Near Zero Output 6 Note.
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<Checker Mode 1> Relay Operation Graph when #5 of F51 is Set. Weight Above Step 4 Step4 Step3 Step2 Step1 Near Zero T3 T4 Near Zero ≤ Step1(SP1) Output 1 T3 T4 Step1(SP1)≤ Step2(SP2) Output 2 T3 T4 Step2(SP2)≤ Step3(SP3) Output 3 T3 T4 Step3(SP3) ≤...
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<Checker Mode 2> Relay Operation Graph when #6 of F51 is Set Step2 Step2 (HIGH) Step3 Step1 (LOW) Step1 Weight Value SP1(LOW) Output1 SP2(HIGH) Output2 SP3 (OK) Output 3 Lowest Limit NG Output 4 Upper Limit NG Output 5 Near Zero Output 6 Note.
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<Checker Mode 3> Relay Operation Graph when #7 of F51 is Set Weight Above Step4 Step4 Step3 Step2 Step1 Near Zero Tare External Input Near Zero ≤Step1(SP1) Output1 Step1(SP1)≤ Step2(SP2) Output2 Step2(SP2)≤ Step3(SP3) Output3 Step3(SP3)≤ Step4(SP4) Output4 Above Step4(SP4) Output5 Near Zero Output6 Note.
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<Checker Mode 4> Relay Operation Graph when #8 of F51 is Set Step2 (HIGH) Step1 (LOW) Weight Value Hold Input External Input SP1 (LOW) Output 1 (HIGH) Output 2 SP3 (OK) Output 3 Lowest Limit NG Output 4 Upper Limit NG Output 5 Near Zero Output 6...
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<Checker Mode 5> Relay Operation Graph when #9 of F51 is Set Step2 (HIGH) Step1 (LOW) Judgment Input External Input SP1 (LOW) Output 1 T3 T4 SP2 (HIGH) Output 2 T3 T4 SP3 (OK) Output 3 Lowest Limit NG Output 4 Upper Limit NG Output 5 Near Zero...
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Function: Delay Time of Finish Relay Output (T1) Activated when F51 is set to 1, 2, 3, 4 Display Sub- Display Description Set-up No delay Range DELAY t1 1.0 sec delay (0.0~9.9) 5.5 sec delay Function: Delay Time of Finish Relay Operation (T2) Activated when F51 is set to 1, 2, 3, 4 Display Sub- Display...
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Function Set-up for the Near Zero Range (NEAR ZERO(EMPTY)) Display Signification F05. 0 Operation of near zero when weight indicated is 0 Set-up Range Operation of near zero when weight indicated is under F05. 2 (0 ~ 99) 2 divisions Operation of near zero when weight indicated is under F05.
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(0 ~ 1) F66. 1 Applicable (Equal value will be entered for all ID numbers) When the tare is set, Gross Weight is Indicated on the SP1 Function Window (excluding CI-502A) Display Signification Set-up Range F67. 0 Do not indicate Gross Weight (0 ~ 1) F67.
Option Series Function Designate the Output Mode When BCD Out Option is in Use Display Signification Set-up Range Positive Logic (0, 1) F70 1 Negative Logic Function Zero Output Calibration when Analogout Option is in Use Display Signification Set-up Range Low-A , L 0.000 0.000 mA, 0 V...
Hardware Set Function Function Date Change Number Keys: Display Signification Designate Data 10.08.17 2010. August 17th Function Time Change Number Keys: Display Signification Designate Data 11.30.10 11:30:10 AM *F99 setting is a menu that changes the entire setting for the Indicator, so careful attention is required during set-up.
Serial Communication (RS-232C) 1) RS232C connection ① How to Connect PC Connect the RS-232C port on the back of the Indicator to the serial port of the PC as shown below: RXD2 ------------------------- ㅇ 2 Transmit Data ㅇ TXD2 -------------------------- ㅇ...
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(Set at F21 Parity Bit set value) ③ Code : ASCII ④ When data is sent to computer? (Set at F22 Communication Data Set-up) ⑤ Transmission Data Format (set at F24 output format) * 22 byte of CAS DATA (8byte) └─┘ └──┘ │...
Current loop Current Loop Interface has stronger resistance to electric noise than the RS-232C Interface; therefore, it is more favorable for intermediate-distance transmissions. (approximately 100M) ▶ Set Output Method Same as RS-232C above ▶ Signal Format Same as RS-232C above ▶...
RS-422 / RS-485 Serial Communication RS-422 delivers signals via power differences and is more resistant to electric noise than other signal methods. Also, place the AC Power Cable and electrical wirings separately, and use a communication- purpose Shield Cable (over 0.5Φ) as the Cable. Recommended distance for use is within 1.2 km.
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ANALOG OUT(0~10V) INTERFACE This option transmits the indicated weight value to external devices (Recoder, P.L.C Central Control Room, etc.) that is adjusted by the Analog Signals via Voltage Out. ▶ SPECIFICATIONS Output Voltage 0~10V DC Output Precision Over 1/1000 ▶ CONNECTOR (9P D -TYPE Female) and Circuit ※...
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ANALOG OUT(4~20mA) INTERFACE This option transmits the indicated weight value to external devices (Recoder, P.L.C Central Control Room, etc.) that is adjusted by the Analog Signals via Current Out. ▶ SPECIFICATIONS Output Current 4~20 ㎃ Precision Over 1/1000 Temperature Coefficient 0.01%℃...
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BCD OUT INTERFACE Parallel BCD Out is an Interface that outputs the indicated weight value on display after converting into BCD CDDE. The internal circuit of the input/output circuits is electrically isolated from the outside by using a Photo-Coupler. ▶ Connector 50 PIN CONNECTOR: CHAMP 57-40500 (Amphenol - Female) ▶...
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▶ PIN Connecting Table PIN # Signal PIN # Signal High: Net Weight, Low: Gross Ground (GND) Weight 1×10 N.C. 2×10 4×10 8×10 1×10 EX INPUT 3 (ID Number) 2×10 EX INPUT 2 (ID Number) 4×10 8×10 1×10 2×10 4×10 8×10 1×10 2×10...
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BCC (Check-Sum) not used. (Set F25 – 04) TO → Command Description Indicator Response INDICATOR TX ID. NO. WZER ACK ETX STX ID. NO. Command to set “ZERO” WZER ETX STX ID. NO. WZER NAK ETX ▶ Format when Commanded by PC STX(1) ID.NO.(2) COMMAND(4) ETX(1) ID.NO.
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STX ID. NO. Command to transmit the DATA of Transmit the Step 1 DATA (6) RSP1 BCC ETX the Step 1 - STX ID.NO. RSP1 000000 BCC ETX STX ID. NO. Command to transmit the DATA of Transmit the Step 2 DATA (6) RSP2 BCC ETX the Step 2 - STX ID.NO.
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STX ID. NO. WGTC ACK BCC ETX STX ID. NO. WSTO Command for “STOP” BCC ETX STX ID. NO. WGTC NAK BCC ETX STX ID. NO. WSP1 STX ID. NO. WCNO ACK BCC ETX SP1(6) BCC ETX Command to change “Step 1” to ID.NO WSP1 the DATA value that is being sent...
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Appendix 3. Error Code Table (1)Error that can occur in the Weighing Mode ERROR 01 ▣ Reason for Error Data stored in the internal memory was deleted due to electric shock. ☞ Troubleshoot Do the necessary designations in the Set Mode. ERROR Lc ▣...
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(2) Errors that can occur in Weight Calibration Mode ERROR 31 ▣ Reason for Error The set resolution exceeds the allowed resolution value, 1/50,000. ☞ Troubleshoot Lower the resolution. Resolution = Maximum weight / 1 division unit value. Modify the maximum weight in CAL 1 of the Weight Calibration Menu or modify the division unit value in CAL 2 of the Weight Calibration Menu to lower the resolution below 1/50,000.
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