Dillon FI-521 User Manual
FI-521 Indicator
Operation & Service Manual
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CONTENT
1. General information and warnings........................................................ 4
2. Specification ............................................................................................ 7
3. Faceplate .................................................................................................. 9
4. Summary of Key function ..................................................................... 10
5. Operation Menu Structure .................................................................... 11
6. Normal Force Measure mode ............................................................... 22
7. Calibration .............................................................................................. 24
8. Force Fine-tune ...................................................................................... 25
9. View ADC output Code .......................................................................... 25
10. View and Set Time ............................................................................... 26
11. View and Set Date ................................................................................ 26
12. View Firmware Version ........................................................................ 26
13. View COM2’s Type ............................................................................... 26
14. View the Times of Load Cell was Abused ......................................... 27
15. View Zero Offset .................................................................................. 27
16. Display Test .......................................................................................... 27
17. Keyboard and Buzzer Test .................................................................. 27
18. Input Test .............................................................................................. 27
19. Output Test ........................................................................................... 27
20. Serial Port1/2 (COM1/2) Receiving Test ............................................. 27
21. Serial Port1/2(COM1/2) Transmitting Test ......................................... 28
22. Remote Input Function Selection ....................................................... 28
23. Output Setting ...................................................................................... 28
24. Analog Voltage Output Setup ............................................................. 29
25. Details about Serial Communication ................................................. 29
26. Sockets and Jumpers .......................................................................... 33
27 Meaning of Some Symbols and Troubleshooting ............................. 40
28. Display Character ................................................................................ 42
29. Packing List ......................................................................................... 42
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1. General information and warnings
1.1 About this manual
This manual is divided into chapters1,2.3.... Subsections are labeled as shown by the 1.1 and
1.1.1 headings. The manual name appear at the top of the pages and page numbers appear at
the bottom of the pages.
1.1.1 Text conventions
Key names are shown in bold and reflect the case of the key being described. This applies to
hard keys and onscreen or soft keys.
1.1.2 Special messages
Examples of special messages you will see in this manual are defined below. The heading
words have specific meanings to alert you to additional information or the relative level of
hazard.
DANGER!
THIS IS A DANGER SYMBOL.
DANGER MEANS THA T FAILURE TO FOLLOW SPECIFIC PRACTICES OR PROCEDURES
WILL CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
ELECTRICAL WARNING!
THIS IS AN ELECTRICAL WARNING SYMBOL.
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS MEAN THAT FAILURE TO FOLLOW SPECIFIC PRACTICES OR
PROCEDURES MAY REAULT IN ELECTROCUTION, ARC BURNS, EXPLOSIONS OR
OTHER HAZARDS THAT MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING!
This is a Warning symbol.
Warnings mean that failure to follow specific practices and procedures may have major
consequences such as injury or death.
CAUTION!
This is a Caution symbol.
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.
1.2 Installation
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS. REFER TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL FOR SERVICE.
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1.3 Electrical installation
ELECTRICAL WARNING: The power cable must be connected to an earth-grounded
electrical outlet. The electrical supply must have a circuit breaker with an appropriate
rating to protect from over-current conditions.
For your protection, all electrical (110V or 230V) equipment used out of doors or in wet
or damp conditions should be supplied from a correctly fused power source and
protected by an approved ground fault protection device (RCD, GFCI etc.)
IF IN DOUBT SEEK ADVICE FROM A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
1.3.1 Pluggable equipment
Pluggable equipment must be installed near an easily accessible socket outlet.
1.3.2 Permanently wired equipment - Isolator requirements
Permanently connected equipment must have a readily accessible disconnect device
incorporated in the fixed wiring such as an isolator or circuit breaker with at least 3mm contact
separation.
The isolator MUST NOT be installed into the flexible power cable supplied with the unit.
1.3.3 Safe handling of equipment with batteries
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
ATTENTION: Il y a danger d'explosion s'il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie,
remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d'un type equivalent
recommande par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagees conformement
aux instructions du fabricant.
1.3.4 Wet conditions
Under wet conditions, the plug must be connected to the final branch circuit via an appropriate
socket / receptacle designed for washdown use.
Installations within the USA should use a cover that meets NEMA 3R specifications as
required by the National Electrical Code under section 410-57. This allows the unit to be
plugged in with a rain tight cover fitted over the plug.
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.
1.4 Routine maintenance
IMPORTANT: This equipment must be routinely checked for proper operation and
calibration.
Application and usage will determine the frequency of calibration required for safe
operation.
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Always turn off the machine and isolate from the power supply before starting any routine
maintenance to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Make sure that it is placed securely on a flat and level surface.
1.5 Cleaning the machine
1.6 Training
Do not attempt to operate or complete any procedure on a machine unless you have received
the appropriate training or read the instruction books.
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.
1.7 Sharp objects
Do not use sharp objects such as screwdrivers or long fingernails to operate the keys.
1.8 FCC and EMC declarations of compliance
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2. Specification
2.1 Housing and Outline Dimension：
1.2.1 IP65 wash-down stainless steel housing with adjustable bracket
1.2.2 Outline Dimension:
With bracket: 10.3" x 8.5" x 3.8" (262mm x 215mm x 96mm)
Without bracket: 8.9" x 6.3" x 3.8" (225mm x 160mm x 96mm)
Front View Side View Back View
2.2 Power Supply：
2.2.1 12 Vdc / min.500mA output AC adapter
2.3 Display:
2.3.1 FI-521: 7-digits,7-segment, 0.7’’(17mm) ultra brightness LEDs with 14 annunciators.
2.4 Keypad: 6 push buttons of SELECT, CELL, PRINT, UNIT, ZERO, ON/OFF
2.5 Environment:
2.5.1 Working temperature: -10°C to 40°C
2.5.2 Storage temperature: -20°C to 70°C
2.5.3 Humidity: 10 to 90% RH without condensation
2.5.5 Protection: IP65
2.6 Load cell Excitation:
2.6.1 Voltage: 5Vdc
2.6.2 Max. Current: 120mA (can power 8-350 ohm bridge)
2.6.3 Signal connection: 4 or 6 lead with sense leads
2.6.4 Max Sensitivity: -3mV/V to +3mV/V
2.7 Communication:
2.7.1 Serial port1: Full-duplex RS232
2.7.2 Serial port2: Full-duplex RS232 or half-duplex RS485
2.7.3 Baud Rate: Selectable: 1200-2400-4800-9600-19200-22800/38400-57600 bps
2.7.4 Data Output Format: 8N1, 7O1, 7E1
2.7.5 Protocol: selectable
2.8 Analog Circuit characters:
2.8.1 24-bit A/D converter
2.8.2 Conversion Speed: 80Hz
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2.8.3 Peak Capture Rate: 80 Hz
2.8.4 Input range: -15mV to +15mV
2.8.5 Output code: 1mV input between S+ and S- of load cell connector will output about 100,000 raw
Counts.
2.8.6 With Hardware low pass filter and 2 programmable digital low pass filters
2.9 Capacity and Division: Programmable
2.9.1 Max display range: -999,999 to 999,999
2.9.2 Max number range of all units = 100-100,000
2.9.3 Recommended Display Sensitivity: >0.5uV/ display division
2.10 Accuracy: ≤0.01%
2.11 Calibration Method:
2.11.1 Software calibration with long-term storage in EEPROM
2.11.2 Provides smooth curve fit through linearization points.
2.11.3 Calibration can be done under kgf or lbf weight unit with 10% -100%FS standard weight
2.12 Real Clock: built-in nonvolatile real time & date
2.13 Remote Digital Input:
2.13.1 There are four external inputs
2.13.2 Function: each input can be defined to HOLD, ZERO, TARE, PRNT, UNIT, OFF or NONE
2.14 Digital Output (Set point Output):
2.14.1 There are two configurable outputs
2.14.2 Each digital output combined with a digital comparator: if current force is over or less than the set
force point, the corresponding output will change its output electronic state according to the
pre-configuration.
2.15 Analog Voltage Output:
2.15.1 The output voltage is 0-2.5V, the output current should be limited 5mA by external circuit.
2.15.2 The accuracy of this analog voltage is 0.01% after calibration
2.16 Other Main Function:
2.16.1 Programmable Zero Range
2.16.2 Programmable automatic zero point tracking
2.16.3 Programmable motion detection window
2.16.4 Programmable auto-power off time, adjustable LED brightness
2.16.5 Available Measure Unit: kgf, lbf, Newton
2.16.6 Programmable serial output content
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3. Faceplate
3.1 Meaning of symbol on faceplate:
3.1.1 FORCE--------Illuminates when indicator is in force display mode.
3.1.2 PEAK----------Illuminates when indicator is in peak display mode. When it’s flashing, the displayed
number is live force, when it’s steady, the number is peak force.
3.1.3 lbf,kgf,N------Illuminates the active unit of measure .
3.1.4 ----------Data Send: Illuminates when the indicator is transmitting data.
3.1.5 →0← ----------Zero: Illuminates when the indicator is within the configured center of zero.
3.1.6 ～ ----------Motion: Illuminates when the indicator detects motion (out of configured motion window).
3.1.7 TENSION, COMPRESS-----Indicates the type of force being measured.
3.1.8 CELL1, CELL2, CELL3------Show which Load Cell that is being used
3.3.9 AC/CHG
---Red when battery is being charged, Green when it’s full or not installed
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4. Summary of Key function
Key Condition Function
SELECT
CELL
PRINT
UNIT
Weighing: press less than 3 seconds To select displayed content type: Force↔Peak
Weighing: press 3 seconds or more To enter CONFIG mode
Input data mode or
Return to last sub-menu
Menu selection mode
Weighing: press less than 3 seconds To select Cell1→Cell2→Cell3→Cell1
Input data mode The digit on flashed position subtract 1
Menu selection mode To Next item of current menu
Weighing mode Output data to serial communication port
Input data mode the digit on flashed position add 1
Menu selection mode To last item of current menu
Display ADC code mode Select displaying ADC code from no-filter, filter1, filter2
Weighing mode, press less than 3
Change weighing units: lbf->kgf->N->lbf
seconds
Display date or time mode,
To set current date or time
press 3 seconds or more
Display voltage mode, press 3 seconds
To calibrate input voltage value
or more
ZERO
ON/OFF
Display ADC code, press less than 3
second
Select displaying ADC code or displaying input signal in
mV/V
Display ADC code, press 3 seconds or
To calibrate input signal in mV/V
more
Input data mode Rotate the flashed position from left to right
Weighing: press less than 3 seconds Zero function
input data mode or
Menu selection mode
To confirm input data or current item selection, and go to
next item of current menu, or next operation
Display ADC code Set or clear reference “Zero” code
Power off mode Power on
Weighing: press 3 seconds or more Power off
Input data mode ignore modification
Menu selection mode Prepare to exit from current working mode
Note:
Normally, the second function of one key is by pressing and holding down more than 3 seconds.
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5. Operation Menu Structure
5.1 Main menu:
(Cell) (Cell) (Cell) (Cell) (Cell)
CONFIG
USER
CAL
IN.OUT
MISC
TEST
NOTE:
(1) Each LOAD CELL has its own CONFIG, CAL, IN.OUT parameters, so, before you enter
this main menu select, which load cell will be configured with the CELL key!
(2) The parameters of USER, MISC, and TEST are the same for all load cells
(3) When “Lo.VoL” or “Lo.BAT” is displayed (the voltage to PCB is low), CONFIG, USER,
CAL, IN.OUT menu can not be entered and edited .
5.2 CONFIG Submenu:
5.2.1 Access the set up mode by pressing and holding the SELECT key for 3 seconds, until display shows
CONFIG.
5.2.2 Press the ZERO key once (ZERO key is your Enter key)
5.2.3 Display will show CFG.ON or CFG.OFF
a. If it shows CFG.OFF, then you will need to move the switch in the back of the indicator,
through the CAL. Switch cover. Cycle power of the indicator and start at step #1 again.
5.2.4 Press the ZERO key once. Display shows RESET
5.2.5 Pres the CELL key until display shows CELL.TY
5.2.6 Press ZERO key once. Display shows TS.CP
5.2.7 Press ZERO key once. Display shows CELL.TY
5.2.8 Press CELL key once. Display shows DSP.POL
5.2.9 Press ZERO key once. (Select NEG or POS)
5.2.10 Press ZERO to accept
5.2.11 Press CELL key to PRIM.N
5.2.12 Press ZERO key. Display shows 10,000
a. This is number of Divisions. Use the chart below as a reference
CAPACITY is based on RESOLUTION
Capacity & Count by
Required (LBS)
PRIM.N PRIM.D
500 X 0.1 5,000 .1
2,000 X 0.5 4,000 .5
5,000 X 1 10,000 .5
10,000, X 2 10,000 1
50,000 X 10 5,000 10
** Take your Capacity and divide by your desired count-by (PRIM.D) will give you your PRIM.N number
** Example = 5,000 lb load cell divided by .5 lbs will give you 10,000
5.2.13 Press UNIT key to change to the desired number you want to change. Stop when your digit is flashing.
5.2.14 Press CELL key or PRINT key to change a number
5.2.15 Once you have set your DIVISION press ZERO to accept. Display shows PRIN.N
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5.2.16 Press CELL key. Display shows PRIM.D
5.2.17 Press ZERO key once. Display shows 1
5.2.18 Press CELL key or PRINT key to change the digit
a. Once you make a choice press ZERO key to accept
5.2.19 Press CELL key. Display shows PRIN.
5.2.20 Press ZERO key. Display shows LbF
a. Press CELL key to toggle between kgF or LbF
5.2.21 Press ZERO key to accept
5.2.22 Press ON/OFF key twice
5.2.23 Display will cycle software version, then capacity, then go to normal weighing mode.
5.2.24 Move CAL. Switch back to CFG.OFF (if you want to lock calibration)
CONFIG
SubMenu1 SubMenu2 Option Default Remark
CFG.ON seal switch is on
CFG.OFF
RESET
Seal switch is off
NO
YES
NO reset configure parameters to default setting
Tension
CELL.TY
Compres
Tension
Select the connected load cell is used for
tension or compression force
TS.CP
Pos
Select the display polarity sign of positive or
negative for the connected load cell. When
CELL.TY = TS.CP, “DSP.POL=POS” indicates
DSP.POL
Neg
Pos
that the inner code increased direction is
tension direction; “DSP.POL=Neg” indicates
that inner code decreased direction is tension
direction.
PRIM.N 100 – 100,000 10,000 the division number under primary unit
PRIM.D
0.0001,
0.0002,
0.0005,
0.001,
0.002,
0.005,
0.01,
0.02,
1
The division value under primary unit; the
division value under second unit is
automatically determined by indicator according
to the division value under primary unit.
0.05,
0.1, 0.2, 0.5,
1, 2, 5,
10, 20, 50
PRIM.Ut
KGF
LBF
LBF
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Select the primary unit from kg or lb, the second
unit is the lb if kg selected as primary unit or kg
if lb selected as primary unit; the calibration
standard weight must be in primary unit!
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SECOND.N 100-125,000 10,000
NEWTON.N 100 – 125,000 10,000
the division number under second unit ,the max
is 1.25*(PRIM.N),
the division number under the NEWTON
unit ,the max is 1.25*(PRIM.N),
units that can use UNIT key to select:
UNITS 0-6 6
0=kgf, 1=lbf, 2=N(Newton), 3= kgf,lbf,
4=kgf,N, 5=lbf,N, 6=kgf,lbf,N
refer to section5.12 for some limitation
MOTION 1-255 4 Check motion window: 1-255=±0.25d *(1-255)
over load display limitation:
OVER.LD 0-100 0
0=FS+9d,
1-100=101%FS to 200%FS
FS+(0%FS to 255%FS), If the force has exceed
ABUSE 0-255 20%
this level, it’s considered to be abusive to the
load cell
ZRO.PNT
P.IZSM 0-100 10
Initial zero(power on zero) point range:
0=no limitation,
1-100= (calibration zero point) + 1%FS to
(calibration zero point) +100%FS
Initial zero(power on zero) point range:
N.IZSM 0-100 10
0=no limitation,
1-100= (calibration zero point) - 1%FS to
(calibration zero point) -100%FS
IN.IZSM
FORCE
Which force will works as initial zero point when
force is in IZSM range:
CAL.ZRO
FORCE
FORCE= current force ;
CAL.ZRO= calibration zero;
LAST.ZRO
LAST.ZRO=switch-off zero force
OV.IZSM
DSP.OVR
Choose which force will works as initial zero
FORCE
DSP.OVR
CAL.ZRO
point when force is over IZSM range:
DSP.OVR=display initial zero point is over;
FORCE= current force;
CAL.ZRO= calibration zero;
LAST.ZRO=switch-off zero force
LAST.ZRO
Zero key range:
SAZSM 0-100 2
0=no limitation,
1-100= (initial zero point) ±1%FS to (initial
zero point) ±100%FS
Zero tracking window:
AZSM 0-255 2
0=0d, no tracking;
1-255=±0.25d*(1-255)
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FILTER
FLT1.TH 0-255 40
FLT1.ST 1-64 8
FLT2.TH 0-255 20
FLT2.ST 0-255 160 Digital filter2 intensity: 0-255=weak to strong
FUNC F.ADJ
PEAK Threshd
Enter digital filter1 threshold:
0=no filter1;
1-254=filter1 be used only when vibration in
±0.5d*(1-254) ;
255= filter1 be always used
Digital filter1 intensity: 1-64 ADC’s data will be
averaged
Enter digital filter2 threshold: 0=no filter2;
1-254=filter2 be used only when vibration in
±0.5d*(1-254) ; 255= filter2 be always used
YES
NO
NO
Enable or disable fine-adjust force number in
normal force measure mode
5-65535d, When reverse varying(Threshold) of
5-65535 10
force is over this value, one peak is occurred
and will be captured
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