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M2000 Based Scale Instrumentation Technical Manual Applies to the following part numbers: 82-M2000A-DT 82-M2000A-SL 42300 42300M 42301 Canada United States NORAC Systems International Inc. NORAC, Inc. CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-667-3921 CALL TOLL FREE: 1-866-306-6722 (306) 664-6711 (763) 786-3080 SHIPPING ADDRESS:...
Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ....................1 DEVICE CONFIGURATIONS ................1 M2000 D .................. 1 ESKTOP M2000 S .................. 2 LIMLINE M2000 NEMA ..................2 ..............3 OARD EIGH ENTER ..........4 OARD OMPACT EIGH ENTER GENERAL OPERATION ..................6 ..............6...
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DIP S ............. 29 TANDARD WITCH ETTINGS PRINTERS ......................30 ................. 30 ICKET RINTER ..................31 RINTER M2000 INDICATOR PARAMETER LIST ............32 CAL INITIALIZATION P ..........32 ARAMETERS SCALE SETUP P ............32 ARAMETERS MOTION P ............33 CALE ARAMETERS ZERO P ...............
1 Introduction This manual covers the complete line of NORAC scale instrumentation based on the M2000 digital indicator. The list of instrument configurations, along with their part numbers that are covered by this technical manual are shown in section 2.
2.2 M2000 Slimline Part Number: 82-M2000A-SL Note – this part is used in the OnBoard Weigh Center (see section 2.4). 2.3 M2000 NEMA Part Number: 82-M2000A-NEMA...
2.5 OnBoard Compact Weigh Center Part Number: 42301 Cab Mounted Indicator Housing Level Switch and Load Cell Sum Box (Scale Frame Mounted)
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M2000 Instrument Specifications • Power requirements: 12VDC 1A. • Temperature range: 14°F to 104°:F (-10°C to +40°C). • Full scale input signal: 4 ranges: 0-9mV, 0-19mV, 0-39mV and 0-79mV. • Excitation voltage: 7.5VDC, 16x350 Ohm and 32x700 Ohm for all 3 channels combined.
2000 3.1 Keypad Functions Keys The M2000 has several function keys, all of which are selected via the front panel. The function key operations are discussed below. All the keys have audio feedback when a key is pressed. The sound volume can be set in calibration mode.
When the indicator starts “m2000 “ will scroll across the screen followed by the version number of the software. The indicator performs a full diagnostic of its internal circuits and will display any error messages if there is an internal problem with the indicator.
The most common functions are discussed below. 3.2.1 Selecting scale channels The M2000 has three independent scale channels. Press the channel number followed by the PRINT SELECT key as shown below. To select channel 1 press 1 followed by the print select key.
displaying the total net weight. The motion indicator and center of zero indicators will indicate the status of all the scales that are part of the total. For example scale 1 may be at the center of zero, but channel 3 might not be at zero.
Application Parameter Settings Parameters not listed in the table should be set to their factory default values. For factory defaults, see section 8. 4.1 OnBoard Scale Settings M2000 Value Parameter Table 1 – Onboard Parameters Parameters 3 and 4 will vary depending on application see the table below for the proper values of each.
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M2000 Net Capacity x Divisions Parameter 8000 x 2 kg 12,000 x 2 kg 15,000 x 5 kg Number 8400 12600 15750 Table 2 - Parameter Settings (Metric units) M2000 Net Capacity Parameter 10,000 x 2 lb 20,000 x 5 lb...
5.1.1 Special Keypad function keys during calibration 5.1.1.1 Selecting a calibration parameter. The M2000 uses parameter numbers to access calibration functions. Each cal function has a unique number used to access that parameter. In calibration mode the print select key now becomes the calibration function select key.
5.1.1.4 Toggle between weight and AD counts. A unique feature of the M2000 is the ability to toggle between weight and the AD converters internal counts. This can be an excellent diagnostic tool for the experience scale technician. Pressing the ON/OFF key will show the internal AD counts.
5.2 Calibrating with Weights A complete calibration of the scale would include all the steps described in this section in order: set the parameters, balance the scale, deadload the indicator, and set the span. 5.2.1 Set the Scale Parameters Set or verify all the parameter settings for your application. Refer to section 4 for details on the settings for common applications.
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(inside the loading area). Keep the weights as close to the cell as possible directly above the cell being preferred. Record the weight on the M2000. 5. Repeat step 4 for the other cells with the same procedure (remembering to press the zero key to obtain a good center of zero).
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other for an acceptable final balance. However, it is more desirable that there be no difference in the readings (zero balance error). 12. The system can now be spanned.
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Balancing Weights: English = 5000 lb. Metric = 2000 KG Graduations: English = 5 lb. Metric = 2 KG First Loading English Units (lbs.) Cell Metric Units (kg) M2000 Reading M2000 Reading Start Loaded Unloaded Start Loaded Unloaded 4995 1998...
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The unloaded reading is found to be –5 lb (-2 kg), indicating a zero shift. The scale must therefore be re-zeroed, and cell 3 checked again. Fourth Loading English Units (lbs.) Cell Metric Units (kg) M2000 Reading M2000 Reading Start Loaded Unloaded Start...
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Standard Load Cell Numbering, Cell and Trimmer locations – Multiple Animal Scales...
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Standard Load Cell Numbering, Cell and Trimmer loactions – Onboard Scales...
Contact the factory for assistance at 604-941-3474. 5.3.2 Audit Trail The M2000 is equipped with a Category 1 Audit Trail system. It is important that the correct time and date be set, as this is saved as part of the...
audit trail. The audit trail is permanent and cannot be disabled or erased by removing the internal battery inside the indicator. The Audit Trail has two counters, the Calibration counter and the Parameter counter. Changing parameters that affect the calibration of weight will increment the Calibration counter by 1.
6.1 Setting Time and Date Inside the control panel, in the ceiling of the printer compartment you will find two toggle switches near the back (See Error! Reference source not found.). The right toggle switch is a two-position switch (Program switch) that puts the indicator PROGRAM TIME AND DATE or NORMAL modes.
6.2 Setting Units Note: To change units, the Weights and Measures seal will have to be broken. Contact NORAC prior to breaking the seal or have a qualified scale dealer break the seal. Breaking the seal may violate the Weights and Measures approval of the scale.
6.4 Standard DIP Switch Settings The standard DIP switch settings on the main circuit board should be set as follows: Mobile Multiple Animal Switch # Position Description DO NOT CHANGE Open Closed DO NOT CHANGE Closed DO NOT CHANGE Open DO NOT CHANGE Open DO NOT CHANGE...
Printers 7.1 Ticket Printer Epson TM290, TM295 Printer DIP Switch Settings: For Onboard and Mobile Multiple Animal Applications: DIP Switch Settings THE DIP SWITCHES 6 & 8 ON THE NORAC WEIGH CENTER CIRCUIT BOARD MUST BE CLOSED.
M2000 Indicator Parameter List The following gives a partial list of the M2000 parameters. The list explains the use of the most commonly needed parameters on the indicator. However, the M2000 features over 80 parameters. For a complete list contact Norac.
[TARE] key. 20 Scale Over Message Scale over is displayed as “EEEEEE” on the M2000 display and in the strings. If you require maintaining compatibility of older Western Scale equipment then set this parameter to 1. Scale over will now be displayed with the traditional all eights “888888”.
This command displays the Auto Zero flag value. The value of 1=ON and 0=OFF. To turn auto zero tracking off enter 0 followed by the [TARE] key. An invalid entry will display error 4. 23 Auto Zero Tracking Window (AZSM) (60) This command displays the percentage of a graduation that can be tracked off during zero tracking.
and the scale is stable before performing a deadload. To perform the deadload function press 1 followed by the [TARE] key. The indicator will perform the deadload function. After the deadload has completed the indicator will briefly display the deadload value in AD raw counts before returning to weight display mode.
70 Enable Total Mode (0) Using 4 PRINT/SELECT puts the indicator in total mode and sums channels into a single total. Total mode is disabled by default. Total mode is not legal for trade in Canada and can only be used in non-legal for trade applications. 0 Total mode disabled 1 Total mode enabled 8.7 Scale TARE Parameters 25 Offset Value (0)
key beeps from the indicator. Parameters are 0 (off) or 1 (on) followed by the [TARE] key. Error 32 will be displayed for an invalid entry. 80 Set Time Time is set out side of calibration mode in normal weighing mode (you must exit cal mode).
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The M2000 supports several string output modes through either COM1 or COM2. Select the string mode from the table below. Use 99 if you are using the COM port for ticket printing. 1 DF1000 3 DF2000 5 DF2500 mode1 8 DF1500...
8.10 Scale Filtering Parameters 19 Display Update Rate (0) This parameter will set the LED display update rate. The update rate has nothing to do with the actual AD converter update rate or filtering. The parameter may have a value between 0-9. A value of 0 will introduce no delay in the display update, while a maximum value of 9 will introduce a display update rate of a 3-second delay.
This parameter disables the faststep system altogether. The values for parameter 42 and 43 are ignored and the system runs in weight averaging mode only. The response time for the indicator is a function of parameter 41. Some control batching applications may require that faststep be turned off. 8.11 PRINTING Parameters 84 Add new ticket This parameter appends a new ticket to the end of the ticket buffer.
used to enter the weight at which the set point will do its evaluation. This value is channel dependent as far as the lb/kg units are concerned. Error Messages 1 Invalid parameter number for calibration mode 2 Graduation size invalid 3 Decimal Position Invalid 4 Flag values must be 1 for ‘ON’...
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42 Keyboard tare available on channel 1 only. 43 Tare greater than capacity 44 Invalid Password number range, can only be 0000-9999. 45 Parameter 1 to enable password, 0 to disable 46 Only a value of 0, 1 or 80 is accepted as a parameter 47 * 48 Invalid Filter value 49 Invalid Filter Fast step value...
This warranty period is for a period of twelve months from the date the equipment is delivered by NORAC or its authorized dealer to the purchaser. Items include weighing systems, instrumentation, and control systems or genuine replacement parts manufactured by NORAC.