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Thank you for purchasing a Setra Super Count scale. Its ease of operation and durable construction
should provide years of reliable service. While your scale is easy to operate, it is advisable to read
this guide carefully before use. It is designed to help you perform weighing, counting, and related
operations quickly and accurately.
This manual is divided into six sections. Section One, "Installing Your Scale," explains the proper
installation of your scale. Section Two, "Understanding Your Scale," explains the various keys, dis-
plays, and messages you will encounter while using your scale. Section Three, "Using Your Scale,"
provides the detailed instructions necessary to perform your scale's various operations. Section Four,
"Advanced Functions" describes the use of the scale's databases and using APWs in exponential
notation. Section Five "ScriptCoder" describes the scale's programmable RS-232 output. The appen-
dices include setup information, calibration procedures, examples, a description of RS-232 commu-
nications, options and specifications.
Typographical Conventions used in this manual include the following:
1. bold lower case characters indicate specific keys on the scale keyboard.
(e.g. Press — tare. Asks you to press the — key first and then the tare key on the scale
keyboard.)
2. "Quotation marks" enclose messages you receive from the scale display.
3. nnn indicates that a number will appear in the display message.
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Setra Super Count
Operator's Manual
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  • Page 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Setra Super Count scale. Its ease of operation and durable construction should provide years of reliable service. While your scale is easy to operate, it is advisable to read this guide carefully before use. It is designed to help you perform weighing, counting, and related operations quickly and accurately.
  • Page 2 Display Adjustable Foot Keypad Level Bubble Remote Scale Connector (Optional) Battery RS-232C On/Off Switch Interface Adjustable Foot (Optional) Battery Door Connector DC Connector FIGURE 1. Components and features of the Setra Super Count. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 3: Installing Your Scale

    SETUP 1. Locating your scale... The rugged design of your Setra Super Count scale ensures that it will operate well in typical factory or office environments. Nonetheless, you should treat your scale as you would any piece of precision equipment, locating it on a clean, dry surface; protected, where possible, from extremes of draft and vibration.
  • Page 4 If you instruct the scale to do some- thing it is not capable of doing, the scale will respond by displaying the message “UnAbLE”. To continue experimenting, simply press the clear key. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 5: Understanding Your Scale

    Sets all counting and weighing registers to zero. Clears all volatile ID registers. Assigns the pan and whatever is currently being weighed a value of zero. Dis- plays full scale capacity. • Instructs scale to enter a decimal point during numeric entry. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 6: Display Symbols

    Reading shown is given in carats. “x” Reading shown is given in user-definable units. NOTE: “x” units are preset in kilograms. Scale is operating in either a fast or slow fixed integration mode (update rate). Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 7: Display Messages

    Sub nnn PC When kitting, the scale is requesting that an additional number of pieces (nnn) be removed to satisfy minimum accuracy and/or minimum sample size setup requirements. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 8: Using Your Scale

    The gross weight will equal the net weight unless a container weight has been entered using the tare key (see section, Weighing with a Con- tainer). Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 10 The operator may choose to employ the counting procedure outlined above which uses the sample size key, or the procedure given for use of the count key. Both procedures deliver the same level of accuracy using the same sample size. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 11 If fewer than the required number of pieces have been placed on the pan, the scale will ask you to add pieces. In this case, perform Steps 7-11 below. 7. Add the exact number of pieces requested by the scale. 8. Press the count key. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 12 2. Press count to return to the counting mode. The gross weight will equal the net weight unless a container weight has been entered using the tare key (see section, Counting with a Container above). Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 13: Counting With A Known Average-Piece-Weight

    4. Enter the value of the known average piece weight and press the apw key. 5. Wait for the “OK” symbol and then read the display. The scale now displays the count of items in the container. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 14: Counting With Accuracy Enhancement

    100 pcs. This sequence of predetermined sample sizes will repeat itself as the sample size key is pressed.) 4. When you have selected the desired sample size, REMOVE the indicated number of pieces from the container. 5. Press the count key. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 15 1. Press the zero key. 2. Press the sample size key. The scale will display “Add 10. PC”. (To increase the sample size, continue to press the sample size key until the scale displays the desired number.) Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 16: Assigning An I.d. Number To A Batch

    NOTE: Pressing reset or — clear will clear the contents of both accumulators. USE OF THE “INT” MODE The Setra Super Count automatically adjusts the display update rate to provide stable performance under environmental conditions such as vibration or draft. However, certain applications may require that a fixed display update rate be set.
  • Page 17 These entry numbers can be used to store the Company name and address or any information that you wish to print with every transaction. b. ID field number six cannot be used if your Setra scale is equipped with the optional time/ date feature.

  • Page 18: Printing Out Information

    PRINTING OUT INFORMATION The Super Count is designed to print out requested or stored information regarding a given batch when connected to an optional serial printer (see Appendix I). The default RS-232 output from the scale is all available fields formatted for a label on a Dymo Setra 300 printer.

  • Page 19: Advanced Functions

    STORING A NEW I.D. & APW/TARE IN THE SCALE DATABASE The Super Count can store up to 256 different, ten character part numbers and their associated average piece weight (APW) and tare values in memory which may be retrieved simply by entering the ID.
  • Page 20 VALUES to select a specific form of ID protection.) To update an ID and its associated APW and tare values follow the steps below: 1. Enter the ID and press the id key. The scale will enter the counting mode. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 21 “NO LOC” before the APW and/or tare value may be deleted. COUNT/WEIGHT ACCUMULATOR DATABASE The Super Count can be programmed to accumulate the weight and count for 256 different, ten character part numbers. The accumulated count and weight are stored in non-volatile memory until they are cleared.
  • Page 22 3. Press the print key. NOTE: The scale must be setup to print the desired accumulator register (see ScriptCoder or Ap- pendix II). Accumulating by ID does not store the number of entries in the accumulator. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 23 1. Enter the count mode by entering an APW or sampling. 2. Press setup/cal, enter 0 and press accum. The scale will set the count and weight accumula- tors and all ID count and weight accumulators to zero. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 24 If using the ScriptCoder program, the count accumulator and weight accumulator selections in Ap- pendix XI can be used for the scale output. The count accumulated number of entries and weight accumulated number of entries cannot be used when printing multiple accumulators by ID. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 25: Interfacing With A Computer

    MULTIPLE IDENTICAL LABELS The Super Count scale can be programmed to print the same label up to nine times with or without sequential numbering (see ScriptCoder for sequential numbering). To print multiple identical labels, perform the following steps on the scale keypad: 1.
  • Page 26 The set of codes, or script, is executed each time the specific label design is se- lected to print. The script can be written to create a customized output to a serial dot matrix printer, thermal bar code printer, or even a data collection device. The Super Count can store up to ten different scripts.
  • Page 27 NOTE: A numeric part number or ID can be entered through the scale’s keypad. Alphanumeric ID’s will have to be entered via a bar code wand, a stand-alone alphanumeric keypad attached to the scale’s RS-232 port or a PC connected to the scale. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 28 PRINTING LABELS WITH SEQUENTIAL NUMBERING The Super Count scale can number packages sequentially (ex. 1 of 3). The sequence can only be printed using a script program. To set the numbering sequence: 1. Press the setup/cal key, then press the count key. The display will read “01oF01”.

  • Page 29: User-Definable Units

    3. If you are entering a divisor, press —. 4. Enter the conversion ratio. 5. Press the units key. 6. Place an object on the scale. 7. Wait for the “OK” symbol, then read the display. The reading given is in “x” units. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 30: Setup Functions

    #5. If you are not using a Setra printer or Setra Auto Count see ‘NOTE: c’ at the end of this setup to determine which number (0, 1, 2, or 3) is most appropriate for your system configuration.
  • Page 31 If the length of the printout is unlimited and there is no need for spacing between each printout, format the Super Count as if you are using a Dymo Setra 300 printer with paper which is equivalent to a dot matrix printer by entering the number 1 in step #4.
  • Page 32 0 at Step #4. Programming the minimum accuracy does not compensate for piece weight variations in the sample. It is always recommended that a large enough sample is used when determining an average piece weight. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 33 PROGRAMMING BAUD RATE AND PARITY The Setra Super Count is capable of interfacing with a wide variety of computer equipment. To set the baud rate (the rate at which the scale sends information to a computer or printer) and parity, use the following procedure: 1.
  • Page 34 DISPLAYING CAPACITY, SOFTWARE VERSION AND SETUP INFORMATION Setra is continually making improvements to its products. As a result the operating software, or firm- ware, of the scale has a revision number. The revision number may prove useful in communicating with your dealer or Setra in case of difficulty.

  • Page 35: Restoring The Factory Default Setups

    RESTORING THE FACTORY DEFAULT SETUPS The many features described in this section allow the user to customize the Setra Super Count to suit a particular application. However, in doing this, it is also possible to inadvertently setup the scale in such a way that it will not operate as expected.

  • Page 36: Setting The Time And Date

    SETTING THE TIME AND DATE Your Setra Super Count scale may be equipped with an optional time/date feature. If this option has been installed, set the time and date using the following procedure: 1. Enter —9999. 2. Press the setup/cal key. The display will read “00-99”.
  • Page 37 ‘X’ units, grams, ounces, pounds, troy ounces, pennyweight and carats. Pressing —, units will return the scale to the factory default units, if it is enabled, otherwise it will display the next unit that is enabled. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 38 Press the clear key if you do not want to lose any of these existing APW and/or tare values. Press the setup/cal key to clear all IDs and their APW and/or tare values that may have been previously stored. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 39 4. Press the clear key and the scale will display “Id ACCUM oFF”. 5. Press the setup/cal key to disable accumulation by ID or press the clear key to exit this proce- dure without changing the setting of this mode. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 40 CONTINUOUS PRINT MODE The Super Count’s continuous print feature allows you to program the scale to print at specified time intervals. For example, to print every five seconds you would enter 5 and press the print key. Since the key sequence is the same for initiating a script to print, the factory default for this setup is dis- abled.

  • Page 41: Calibrating Your Scale

    Appendix III Calibration The Setra Super Count is highly stable, and requires infrequent calibration. While it may be calibrated as often as desired, the factory calibration is adequate for most counting applications. For precise weighing applications, or for APW entry via bar code or computer, periodic calibrations may be desir- able.
  • Page 42 If the scale has been formatted to transmit the tare and count to a printer, you would press print to make a permanent record of the transaction. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 43 Repeat this two more times, once adding 40 pieces and then 20 more, pressing the count key after each addition. Note, you do not have to hand count each addition, the Super Count will do it for you. Setra Super Count...

  • Page 44: Glossary Of Terms

    The degree of reproducibility of an average value derived from multiple measurements usually ex- pressed as one standard deviation (or one sigma). REGISTER A memory location within the scale where specific data is stored. REPRODUCIBILITY See PRECISION. TARE WEIGHT The weight of a container without its contents. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 45: Rs-232 Serial Data Communications

    Dymo Setra 300 Printer may simply follow the directions under “Printing Out Information” to connect the scale with that unit. Users who are interfacing a scale to the Setra Bar Code System - Auto Count 200 should follow the installation instructions in the Operator’s Guide for that equipment.
  • Page 46 Sending Alpha-numeric ID #s to the Scale Alphanumeric identification numbers (ID#s) may be entered into the scale through the RS-232 inter- face. Setra scales do not have alpha-numeric keyboards, so the RS-232 interface is the only means of entering such ID#s.
  • Page 47 “c0” is the INT mode character. CHARACTER MEANING Scale is in the INT mode (space) Scale is not in the INT mode “c1” is the “mode” character. It describes what the number being transmitted represents. The follow- Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 48 “c3” is the “stability” character. This character corresponds to the “OK” symbol on the display. CHARACTER MEANING (space) Reading is not stable Reading is stable The immediate print output is always transmitted with a carriage return and line feed. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 49: The Jump Function

    2400 or higher to ensure that all of the scale output is transmitted, If the baud rate is set too low, the internal output buffer in the scale may overflow. The Jump Function Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 50: The Verify Function

    “Setra SUPER COUNT, 50000 grams” Status After Power is Applied All Setra scales have an internal nonvolatile memory for storing certain status information. This memory does not erase when power is removed from the unit. All setup functions (such as print format, mini- mum pieces, minimum accuracy, baud rate, and user conversion factors) are stored in this memory.
  • Page 51 Connector (in back of scale) * If the fuse (Setra P/N 404722) is installed, power is provided for the Auto Count 200 or an intelligent bar code wand (Setra P/N 403676), CCD or laser scanner. NOTE: The “handshake” signals, such as “Clear To Send” (CTS), are not implemented. This requires that the peripheral have a minimal buffer (15 characters).
  • Page 52 This program will work with an IBM* PC type .computer using BASIC A or GW BASIC version 3.0 or higher. PRINT “ Setra 404 SCALE COMMUNICATIONS TEST” PRINT “ PLEASE INPUT THE SCALE’S BAUD RATE ..USUALLY 2400”...

  • Page 53: Accessories And Options

    Appendix VII Accessories and Options The following accessories are available for the Setra Super Count. Ask you dealer for current price information and/or a demonstration. Part # Description 401160 Dymo Setra 300 Printer - 2.25" wide receipt/label thermal printer. Direct connect for English only or barcode printing with ScriptCoder or to the AutoCount 200 for barcoding.

  • Page 54: In Case Of Difficulty

    If the unit displays any unusual messages during the warm-up period, or does not return to normal operation, contact an Authorized Setra Service Center or Setra Systems, Inc., as service may be required.
  • Page 55 See Appendix VI for more infor- mation. If the problem still persists, contact your dealer or consult Appendix XI, “Limited Two-Year Scale Warranty,” for more information. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 56: Battery Option

    8. Slide the battery halfway into the scale, attach the battery clip, then insert the battery com- pletely into the scale. 9. Slide the battery door closed and the scale is now powered for portable operation. Figure 2. Installing the Battery Option. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 57: Battery Charging

    Battery Use for Portable Operation A fully charged battery will allow a Setra scale to operate for approximately 24 hours before recharg- ing is needed. The battery will last one-half as long or about 12 hours if the scale is equipped with either a Remote Scale Option or an Auto Count 200.

  • Page 58: Specifications

    Appendix X Specifications Setra SUPER COUNT™ CAPACITY REPRODUCIBILITY READABILITY NON-LINEARITY 2.2 lb +/-0.00002 lb 0.00002 lb +/-0.00002 lb 5.5 lb +/-0.00005 lb 0.00005 lb +/-0.00005 lb 11.0 lb +/-0.0001 lb 0.0001 lb +/-0.0001 lb 27.0 lb +/-0.0005 lb 0.0005 lb +/-0.0005 lb...
  • Page 59 50,000 g (110 lb.) 5.73” 145.4 mm (feet retracted) Shipping Weight: Super Count - 1000g-5000g: 20 lb. (9.1 Kg) Super Count - 12,500g - 50,000g: 26 lb. (11.8 Kg) Specifications subject to change without notice. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 60 Appendix XI Script Codes for Keypad Entry The following tables show the codes for the ASCII characters, ASCII control codes and Setra scale data codes. ASCII Characters space Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 61 Punctuation and Special Characters “ — & ‘ ‘ backspace 251 < > (Note: The backspace will clear the code that was last entered.) Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 62 X of the “X of Y” sequence. Y of “x or y seq.” transmits the Y of the “X of Y” sequence. Time transmit the time hh:mm AM, from the Super Count with time/date option. Date transmit the date mm/dd/yy, from the Super Count with time/date option.
  • Page 63 Fill Character The fill is the character to be repeated in order to justify the field and create the desired length. (Argument code: any printable character, e.g., “*”, “0”, or space, 42, 48 or 32, respectively.) Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 64 I ctrl J ctrl K ctrl L ctrl M ctrl N ctrl O ctrl P ctrl Q ctrl R ctrl S ctrl T ctrl U ctrl V ctrl W ctrl W ctrl Y ctrl Z Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 65: Limited Two-Year Scale Warranty

    Nothing in this warranty shall be construed as a warranty for merchantability or fitness for any spe- cific use or purpose, and this warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied. Setra shall not be held liable under the terms of this warranty for any special, indirect, incidental or consequen- tial damages claimed in connection with the scales performance or availability.
  • Page 66 4, 5, 7, 34, 35, 41, 54, 58 carats 6, 8, 37, 48, 50, 58 ChAngE 20 clear 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 15, 16, 17, 20, 22, 23, 24, 28, 30, 35, 39, 45, 52, 54 Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 67 14, 16, 19, 31, 33, 37, 42, 46, 49, 50, 52 exponential notation 19 factory default 6, 37, 39 filling 36 firmware 34 format codes 63 full scale 4, 5 GOnE 21 grams 4, 5, 6, 8, 29, 33, 35, 37, 48, 50, 52, 58 Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 68 7, 10, 11, 15, 32, 34, 35, 50, 58 minimum sample size 7, 10, 11, 32, 34, 35, 50, 58 model 4, 50, 59 NET 34 net weight 5, 8, 42, 44, 48, 49 no Int 40 Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 69 & date 34, 53 printer 5, 19, 20, 34 baud rate 33 buffer 31 connecting 18 Dymo Setra 300 18, 30, 31, 34, 35, 45, 53 line feeds 30 other 18 parity 33 serial 18, 26 serial tape printer 35...
  • Page 70 Sub nnn 7, 15 tare 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 30, 34, 38, 39, 42, 44, 45, 46, 48, 49, 50 tare weight 13, 44 time-date example 23 time-date option 17, 34 ID 6 setting 36 Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
  • Page 71 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 15, 16, 18, 33, 36, 41, 42, 54 weight accumulate 22 accumulator 23, 24 XXoFYY 28 zero 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 42, 43, 45, 52, 54 Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...

  • Page 72: Fcc Warning

    Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense. Setra Super Count Operator's Manual...
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