2. Declaration of Conformity..........................................................................................................................5
3.4.1 Desk Type Housing ...........................................................................................................................................8
4.2.1. Power Supply and Grounding..........................................................................................................................10
4.2.2. Standard Load Cell Connection (for FT-11 only) .............................................................................................11
4.2.3. Digital Load Cell Connection (for FT-11D only)...............................................................................................11
6. Setup and Calibration...............................................................................................................................14
6.1.1. Basic Setup Keys on the Frontplate ................................................................................................................14
6.1.2. Entering the Setup and Calibration Menu........................................................................................................14
6.1.3. Exiting the Setup and Calibration Menu ..........................................................................................................14
6.2. Defining the Digital Load cells (for FT-11D only) ....................................................................................15
6.2.1. Digital Load Cell Addressing ...........................................................................................................................15
8.1. Overview about Communication .............................................................................................................22
8.2. Serial Interface and Printer .....................................................................................................................22
8.2.1. Standard Serial Interface Connector (RS232C) ..............................................................................................22
8.2.2. Optional Serial Interface Connector (RS232C, RS485, 20 mA TTY)...............................................................22
8.3.3. Data Structure .................................................................................................................................................28
8.4.3. Data Structure .................................................................................................................................................29
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8.5.3. Data Structure .................................................................................................................................................30
8.6.3. Data Structure .................................................................................................................................................31
9. Other I/O Options......................................................................................................................................32
9.2. Digital I/O Option.....................................................................................................................................33
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RIGHTS AND LIABILITIES
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No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any
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No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. While every
precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, FLINTEC assumes no responsibility for errors or
omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
herein.
The information herein is believed to be both accurate and reliable. FLINTEC, however, would be obliged to be
informed if any errors occur. FLINTEC cannot accept any liability for direct or indirect damages resulting from
the use of this manual.
FLINTEC reserves the right to revise this manual and alter its content without notification at any time.
Neither FLINTEC nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages,
losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of
this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or failure to strictly comply with
FLINTEC operating and maintenance instructions.
FLINTEC shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any
consumable products other than those designated as Original FLINTEC Products.
NOTICE: The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
CAUTION READ this manual BEFORE operating or servicing this equipment. FOLLOW
these instructions carefully. SAVE this manual for future reference. DO NOT allow untrained
personnel to operate, clean, inspect, maintain, service, or tamper with this equipment.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT this equipment from the power source before cleaning or performing
maintenance. CALL FLINTEC ENGINEERING for parts, information, and service.
WARNING ONLY PERMIT QUALIFIED PERSONNEL TO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT.
EXERCISE CARE WHEN MAKING CHECKS, TESTS AND ADJUSTMENTS THAT MUST BE
MADE WITH POWER ON. FAILING TO OBSERVE THESE PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT
IN BODILY HARM.
WARNING FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD CONNECT
TO PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET ONLY. DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUND PRONG.
WARNING DISCONNECT ALL POWER TO THIS UNIT BEFORE REMOVING THE
FUSE OR SERVICING.
WARNING BEFORE CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING ANY INTERNAL ELECTRONIC
COMPONENTS OR INTERCONNECTING WIRING BETWEEN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
ALWAYS REMOVE POWER AND WAIT AT LEAST THIRTY (30) SECONDS BEFORE ANY
CONNECTIONS OR DISCONNECTIONS ARE MADE. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE
PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO OR DESTRUCTION OF THE
EQUIPMENT OR BODILY HARM.
CAUTION OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE
DEVICES.
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Das bezeichnete Produkt stimmt mit folgenden Vorschriften der Europäischen Richtlinien überein:
This product confirms with the following re gula tions o f the Directive s of the European Community
Richtlinie 2004/108/EG des Europäischen
Parlaments und des Rates vom 15. Dezember 2004
zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der
Mitgliedstaaten über die elektromagnetische
Verträglichkeit und zur Aufhebung der Richtlinie
89/336/EWG
Richtlinie 2006/95/EG Niederspannungs-Richtlinie
EC-Declaration of Conformity
Bemannsbruch 9
D-74909 Meckesheim
Deutschland / Germany
FT-11D Digital Weight Indicator
Directive 2004/108/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 15th December 2004 on the approximation of the
laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic
compatibility and repealing Directive 89/336/EEC
Directive 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
Die Absicherung aller produktspezifischen
Qualitätsmerkmale erfolgt auf Basis eines zertifizierten
Qualitätsmanagement-Systems nach DIN ISO 9001.
Diese Erklärung bescheinigt die Übereinstimmung mit
den genannten Richtlinien, beinhaltet jedoch keine
Zusicherung von Eigenschaften.
Folgende Normen werden zum Nachweis der Übereinstimmung mit den Richtlinien eingehalten:
As a proof of conformity with the directives following standards are fulfilled:
EN 61326-1
EN 60950-1
Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte - EMV-Anforderungen - Teil 1: Allgemeine
Anforderungen (IEC 61326-1:2005)
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - EMC requirements - Part 1: General
requirements (IEC 61326-1:2005)
Einrichtungen der Informationstechnik - Sicherheit - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen (IEC 609501:2005, modifiziert);
Information technology equipment - Safety - Part 1: General requirements (IEC 60950-1:2005 modified)
All product-related features are assured by a quality
system in accordance with ISO 9001.
This declaration certifies the conformity with the listed
directives, but it is no promise of characteristics.
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3. Overview
The type FT-11(D) weight indicator is an economic and powerful state-of-the-art instrument. The accurate and
versatile instrument is available in different housings, meeting the industries demand for various environmental
conditions. FT-11(D) is approved by Weights & Measures Authorities for use in Accuracy Class III applications
with up to 10 000 intervals according to OIML R76. It has a large 6 digit LED weight display (red, 20 mm or 14
mm high) with weight status information. With a variety of interface options the FT-11(D) weight indicators are
the perfect fit to weighing systems and process control systems.
3.1 Key Features
FT-11D FT-11
EU Type approved for 10 000 intervals Yes Yes
Single or dual range Yes Yes
Approved sensitivity 0.4 V/e
High internal resolution up to 8 000 000 counts Yes Yes
Display resolution up to 60 000 counts Yes Yes
Maximum conversion rate of 100/s Yes
Adaptive digital filter for fast and stable reading Yes Yes
High resolution display mode Yes Yes
Up to 6 load cells (350 ) or 18 load cells (1100 )
Up to 10 digital load cells (DLC); 16 if externally powered Yes
Automatic eccentricity adjustment Yes
Realtime clock No No
Standard Serial interface RS232C Yes Yes
Integrated AC power supply Yes Yes
Zeroing with one button & Taring with one button Yes Yes
Auto-zero tracking and auto-zero at power-up Yes Yes
Motion detection Yes Yes
Printout in different formats incl. header and footer Yes Yes
Isolated digital inputs / outputs Option Option
Setpoint monitoring (3 setpoints, digital I/O required) Yes Yes
Key lock option to prevent unauthorized access Yes Yes
Yes
Yes
3.2 Available Options and Accessoires
FT-11D FT-11
Alibi memory for up to 149 764 weighing results Yes Yes
Additional serial interface RS232C Yes Yes
Additional serial interface RS232C / 20 mA TTY CL / RS485 Yes* Yes*
Modbus RTU No Yes
Ethernet TCP/IP and Modbus RTU over Ethernet No Yes
Profibus DP-V0 & DP-V1 No Yes
ProfiNet No Yes
CANopen No Yes
Analogue output 0 – 10 V and 4 – 20 mA No Yes
Binary data output (17-bit code) No Yes
Digital inputs / outputs 3x / 3x 3x / 3x
12 V DC (12…17 V DC) power inlet No Yes
24 V DC (20…27 V DC) power inlet No Yes
Rechargeable battery (for 230 V AC version only) No Yes
Flintec IndFace Software No Yes
* 20 mA TTY CL not for stainless steel housing
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3.3 Technical Specifications
Accuracy
Accuracy class: III
EU Type approved: 10 000 intervals (single range); 2x 6 000 intervals (dual range)
Display and Keyboard
Display: 6 digits, 7 segments, LED red, 20 mm high (Panel type 14 mm high)
Display update rate: 250 ms
Keyboard: 8-keys; membran with tactile feedback
A/D Converter
A/D converter type:
Conversion rate: Max. 100 measurement values per second
Input sensitivity: 0.4 V/e (approved), 0.1 V/d (non approved)
Analogue input range: 0 to 20 mV
Internal resolution: Up to 8 000 000 counts
Display resolution: Up to 60 000 counts
Scale Calibration and Functions
Calibration: By application weights By application weights or in mV/V (eCal)
Corner adjustment: Automatic Only externally
Digital filter: 5 step adjustable 10 step adjustable
Weighing functions: Tare, zero, auto zero tracking, motion detection, auto zero at power up
Programmable setpoints: 3 setpoints, (needs digital I/O option)
Alibi memory: Optionally available: 74 880 records or 149 760 records
Linearity:
Load cells
Communication & protocol: RS485, compatible to RC3D
Excitation: 12 V DC, max. 450 mA
Number of load cells:
Connection:
Communication:
Continuous mode update rate: 100 ms
Option board update rate: 40 ms
Power supply:
200...240 V AC , 50/60 Hz Yes Yes
12...17 V DC, max. 12 VA No Optionally
20...27 V DC, max. 12 VA No Optionally
Battery runtime:
Battery charging time: 6 h
Environment and Enclosure
Operation temperature: -10 °C to +40 °C legal for trade; max. 85% RH, non-condensing
Enclosure
Up to 10 (directly powered) or
up to 16 (externally powered)
4-wire technique, 2 wires for digital
interface and 2 wires for power supply
Standard serial interface RS232C; 1 200 to 57 600 baud; programmable
Aluminium cast desk type (IP30) or
FT-11D FT-11
24 bit Delta-Sigma ratiometric
with integral analog and digital filters
stainless steel (IP65)
Within 0.0015% FS, 2 ppm/°C
5 V DC at 58...1200 max. 100 mA
Up to 6 load cells (350 ) or
18 load cells (1 100 ) connected in parallel
4- or 6-wire technique. Cable length is
274 m/mm² for 6-wire connection
5 h (with 93 LC) to 7 h (with 410 LC)
Aluminium cast desk type (IP30) or
panel type (front panel IP65) or
stainless steel (IP65)
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3.4 Housing Dimensions
3.4.1 Desk Type Housing
140
Desk type front view Desk type side view
RS232
OPTIO
S/N
Desk type rear view Dimensions of Desk type housing with wall mount kit
155195
187
179
LOAD CELL
3.4.2 Stainless Steel Housing
220
220
220
Stainless steel housing front view Stainless steel housing side view
160
160
160
70
70
15
15
15
230
230
230
100 mm deep with big backplane option
100
100
100
70
70
70
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3.4.3 Panel Type Housing (for FT-11 only)
90
Panel type front view Panel type side view
174
5,5
5,5
5,5
69
69
69
175
144
144
144
80
80
80
68
9
9
9
164
164
164
Sticker
Sticker
5, mounting with 4x M4
Panel type rear view The hole dimensions for mounting on a panel
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4. Installation and Commissioning
PRECAUTION: Please read this manual carefully before energizing the indicator. Perform the commissioning
operation according the procedure given here. Use trained personnel for cleaning, commissioning, checking and
service of the indicator. The interference of untrained personnel may cause some unwanted damages or injures.
Note: In this manual the term “Digital Load Cell“ will be refered to “DLC“.
4.1 Mechanical Installation
First of all please determine the place where your indicator can operate safely. This place should be clean, not
getting direct sun light if possible, with a temperature between -10 ºC and +40 ºC, humidity not exceeding 85%
non-condensing. Take care to the housing dimensions and the suggested panel hole dimensions given in
chapter 3.4. All the cables should be installed safely to avoid mechanical damages.
To avoid electrical noise protect your indicator which has very low input signal level from the equipment that
produces electrical noise, especially in panel mounting.
4.1.1. Jumpers
There are three jumpers on the instrument’s main board/weighing board for calibration and for switching on/off.
To change the position of this jumpers, open the housing and perform the necessary changes before energizing
the indicator.
Figure 4.1 FT-11(D) Main board
J8 On/Off Switch
(always short circuit at the Panel type)
J2 Calibration
(short circuit for calibration)
Only for FT-11(D) & FT-12
J17 short circuit for on/off key function
4.2. Electrical Connections
4.2.1. Power Supply and Grounding
FT-11(D) is available with 230 V AC power supply or 24 V DC or 12 V DC power inlet. The 230 V AC indicators
are supplied with a power cable; the DC indicators are supplied with a special connector for the power inlet.
Prepare your power voltage according to your instrument’s power inlet. The DC connector pin configuration can
be found in Figure 4.2 below.
Definition
12 V / 24 V 1 3
0 V 2 2
Housing Gnd 3 1
Desk / Panel
The quality of the instrument’s ground will determine the accuracy and the safety of your indicator. A poor
ground can result in an unsafe condition if an electrical short cuircuit happens. A good ground connection is
needed to minimize extraneous electrical noise pulses. It is important that the instrument does not share power
lines with noise-generating equipment such as heavy load switching, motor control equipments, inductive loads,
etc. If the condition of the power line in the plant is bad, prepare a special power line and grounding.
If you have to service the indicator, turn off the power and wait at least for 30 seconds before interfering.
All connectors are at the rear side of the housings of desk and panel types. The stainless steel housings must
be opened to make the required connections. These connections must be done as described below.
Figure 4.2 The pin layout of the DC DC connector
for desk and panel type
Pin no.
for stainless steel housing
Pin no.
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4.2.2. Standard Load Cell Connection (for FT-11 only)
The load cell wiring should be made carefully before energizing to avoid damages to the weight indicator and
the load cells. The input resistance of the load cells that you want to connect should be more than 58 .
The sense pins of the instrument should be connected. In 4-wire installations the sense and excitation pins with
the same polarity should be short circuited at the connector side.
6-wire Load Cell
Connection
+ Excitation + Excitation 1 1
+ Sense + Excitation 2 2
Shield Shield 3 4
- Sense - Excitation 4 6
- Excitation - Excitation 5 7
+ Signal + Signal 7 3
- Signal - Signal 8 5
Shield Shield Connector body 4
4-wire Load Cell
Connection
Pin no. for desk type & panel
type (D-Sub, 9-pin, female)
Pin no. for stainless steel
housing (J12 connector)
4.2.3. Digital Load Cell Connection (for FT-11D only)
The signal cable between the instrument and the junction box must be suitable for high speed RS485. The
cable must have a common shield. Please also take care for the correct termination of the RS485 bus (see also
manual of type KPFD junction box).
Definition
+ Power 5 5
- Power 3 6
COM A 9 2
COM B 7 3
Shielding Connector body 4
Pin no. for desk type housing
(D-Sub, 9-pin, female)
Pin no. for stainless steel housing
(J12 connector)
4.3. Commissioning
After making the required installations and connections to your indicator, turn the power on and perform
following steps:
Get familiar with the instrument’s setup mode (see chapter 6.1)
For FT-11D only: Define the digital load cells (see chapter 6.2)
Define the configuration parameters (see chapter 6.3)*
Define the scale parameters (see chapter 6.4)
Calibrate the scale (see chapter 6.5)
* Note: Most of the parameters can be skipped for later setup. Please take care for the parameters which may
be locked by the J2 calibration jumper in legal for trade applications (see Appendix 1: Setup and Calibration
Menu of the instrument).
If you want to use the Flintec IndFace Software (for FT-11 only) then you have to set up the instrument’s
standard serial interface to host mode (see chapter 9.2) before you adjust all the configuration parameters.
After checking the performance of your weighing instrument you can begin to use the indicator.
If there are peripheral connections, first you should turn the power off; make the peripheral connections, perform
the required safety checks and energize the indicator. Then set the related parameters and check if the
peripheral devices are operating properly.
If required perform following additional steps:
Set up the serial interfaces (see chapter 8.2)
Printer setup (see chapter 8.2)
Set up other optional inputs and outputs (see chapter 8.3ff and 9)
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5. Front Panel and Keypad
5.1. Weight Display and Status LEDs
Figure 5.1 Front panel view of FT-11(D)
The weight display of FT-11(D) is a 6 digit LED with 14 mm or 20 mm height.
At the right side of the display there are three status LEDs for indicating “Gross”, “Net” and the standard unit
“kg”.
Below the weight display there are several status LEDs. The meanings of these are:
Status LEDs related to the weighing process
LED Meaning
Info: The instrument displays information different from the weight
Range: With multi range scales these LED indicates the current operating range. For single range scales
only the first range LED is lit.
Stable: The weight value on the display is stable
Center of zero: The weight is in the center of zero (see param. [203] in chap.6.4)
Key lock: is active
Power: This LED will flash in case of supply voltage decrease. If the voltage decreases too much the
indicator will automatically shut off.
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5.2. Keypad
The meaning of the front panel keys and the key functions are:
Key Meaning
Power On/Off: This key is used for turning the instrument on or off.
To switch off the key must be pressed and hold at least for 2 seconds.
There is no On/Off key on panel type housings.
Manual Zero: In Gross mode, if the scale doesn’t show zero while there is no load on the pan, you can
zero the scale by pressing this key.
Manual Tare: Pressing this key tares the scale and gets into the Net mode.
Clear: Pressing this key clears the tare and the scale and returns to Gross mode.
Print: By pressing this key weight data and other information depending on the instrument setup are sent to a printer or a PC via serial port.
Enter: This key is used for confirming an entered value and to get to the next parameter in setup mode.
High Resolution: By pressing this key the weight value will be shown with a higher resolution for a short
period.
Info: This key is being used to view Total and CN information. To toggle between these infos you have to
press this key repeatedly and finally you will return to weighing mode again. To clear the total weight, you
have to press the <Clear> key while the total value is seen on the display. [All C ] will appear on the
display. You can confirm the deletion by pressing <Enter> or cancel by pressing the <F> key.
Function : This key is used in combination with other keys to enter any function or to quit without saving.
Setpoint: These keys are being used to view or to enter setpoint values.
5.3. Key lock
The instrument has the capability to lock the keys to avoid unauthorized person’s interference. You can activate
or deactivate this function by pressing the <F> and <Key Lock> keys sequentially. The LED with the key sign
(below the display) indicates the keys are locked.
For FT-11: The key(s) which would be locked are set in parameter [115].
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6. Setup and Calibration
6.1. Basics
6.1.1. Basic Setup Keys on the Frontplate
The symbols located on the lower right corner of each key indicate the function of the keys in the setup menu.
The basic meanings of these keys are given in the table below.
Exit without
saving
Stepping forwards to
the next parameter
Stepping backwards to
the previous parameter
Changing
the digit
If you use a PC the Flintec IndFace software can be used for the setup and the calibration (for FT-11 only).
6.1.2. Entering the Setup and Calibration Menu
To enter the Setup and Calibration Menu: Press <F> and <Info> keys sequentially
First [FunC ] and then [PASSWr ] prompts will be displayed sequentially.
Here you can enter the parameter block by using:
the service password: Press <Zero> and <Info> and <Enter>
or the operator password: Press <Tare> and <Enter>
The calibration jumper (see chapter 4.1) should be short circuit to change the legal metrological parameters in
the service mode (there is black box on the top right corner of the grey coloured boxes in the calibration menu
flowcharts, see Appendix 1).
The Setup and Calibration menu consists of main blocks which are displayed as [X-- ] and sub-blocks.
By using <> and <> keys you can reach previous or next main blocks. After reaching the desired main block
you can get in by pressing the <Enter> key. As you enter the block you will reach the first sub-block in that main
block. The sub-block address will be seen on the display as [X0- ].
You can also search between the sub-blocks by using <> and <> keys and reach the first parameter of the
displayed sub-block by pressing the <Enter> key. The number of the parameter is displayed as [XY0 ]. Again
you can search between parameters by <> and <> keys.
For entering numerical values in the parameters press the <Tare> key to select the digit and press the <Zero>
key to change the value.
Changing the value
or increasing the
flashing digit
Clear
(delete)
Enter
6.1.3. Exiting the Setup and Calibration Menu
Whatever parameter block you are in – if you press the <F> key, you will get out of the active sub-block and
reach the next sub-block. If you press the <F> key again you will get out of the active block and reach the next
main block. If you press the <F> key once again, the [SAvE ] message appears on the display.
Here you can press
the <Enter> key to save the changes into the memory or
you can press the <Tare> key to store the changes temporarily until the power goes off or
you can press the <F> key to abort any changes.
The [Waıt] message will be displayed for a few seconds and afterwards the weighing mode will restart
automatically. Especially for legal metrological usage, please don’t forget to turn the power off and remove the
calibration jumper before you start the operation.
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6.2. Defining the Digital Load cells (for FT-11D only)
8
6.2.1. Digital Load Cell Addressing
The parameter group [22-] is used for defining and addressing the DLCs.
[22-] DLC Configuration Block
In this section the DLCs are introduced to the indicator.
[220 X] DLC Type
0 = RC3D This parameter must be set to “0” for type RC3D digital load cell.
[221 XX] Quantity of DLC
Enter the quantity of DLCs used in the scale. The quantity can be selected between 1 and 16.
[222 ] DLC Addressing
The following diagram shows the addressing principles of the DLCs in a weighbridge / truck scale. The
numbers in the diagram show the DLC addressing principle for easy eccentricity adjustment.
Entrance Exit
1
3
5
For addressing of DLCs, press the <Tare> key.
The messages [222 YY] and [ XXXXXX ] will be displayed alternately.
Here: “YY” DLC number /address
“X” Last 6 digits of the DLC’s serial number
If you press <Enter> the next load cell will be shown, the <F> key is used to return the parameter group
[20-].
You can enter the S/N, by pressing the <Tare> key. The serial numbering system of the indicator is 9
digits. First you will see the first 3 digits of the S/N. Enter this digits by pressing the <Tare> and <Zero>
keys. If the serial number of the DLC is less than 9 digits, the unused digits on the left must be set to “0”.
For example, if the serial number is “1234567” then “001234567” must be entered. After entering the first
3 digits, the following 6 digits are entered by pressing <Enter>.
Important hint: When addressing the connected Type RC3D load cells, the load cells should always be
loaded. If the load cells are unloaded, FT-11D may show a DLC input error.
After entering all serial numbers sequentialy, the display goes to parameter group [20-]. This means all
load cells are addressed and ready to work in the scale.
For replacing any load cell, you have to re-address the new load cell in parameter [222]. After installing
the new load cell, turn on the indicator. Enter parameter [222] and then access the load cell address of
the replaced DLC. Enter the serial number of the new load cell as described in the previous paragraph.
Note: It is always assumed that the RS485 load cell bus system is correctly terminated, please see the
manual of the installed junction box.
Figure 6.1 The addressing principles of the DLC’s in a weighbridge / truck scale
2
4
6
7
9
10
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6.2.2. Eccentricity Adjustment
The eccentricity adjustment must be done in parameter group [32-] before the calibration of the scale. The
adjustment can be done for each load cell independently or for sectional pairs. The selection is done by
parameter [320]. After selection of the adjustment method , the adjustment is performed automatically as
described in parameter [321].
[32-] DLC Eccentricity Adjustment Block
In this parameter group the eccentricity correction is performed automatically or manually. This
adjustment must be performed automatically before calibration.
[320 X] Adjustment Method
The scale eccentricity can be adjusted in corners (each DLC individually) or in sectional pairs.
0 = Independent DLC (factory default) 1 = Sectional pair
[321 ] Auto Adjustment
After entering parameter [321] by pressing the <Tare> key, you will see [Zero CA] on the display. Unload
the scale and press the <Enter> key. Do not interfere the scale during the period the [Waıt] message is
displayed. Next the instrument will display [321 01]. Place a weight of at least 10% of the DLC capacity
as close as possible to the independent load cell or sectional pair 1. Then press <Enter>. After some
period [321 02] appears on the display. Apply the same load to the other places in sequence.
After loading all load cells / sections the message [322 ] will be shown on the display. This means the
eccentricity error correction is performed automatically.
[322 ] Manual Adjustment
If needed the eccentricity error can get modified manually. You can change the error correction
coefficients of the DLCs in this parameter. For entering this parameter press the <Tare> key. You can
change the load cell number by the <Enter> key. For changing the coefficient of any DLC select the
number of the DLC and press the <Tare> key to view and edit the coefficient. Use <Tare> and <Zero>
keys for changing the value and then press the <Enter> key.
To exit this parameter press the <F> key and save the changes you applied by pressing <Enter>. The
<F> key is used to quit without saving the manual corrections.
[323 X] Service mode: Set Shift Coefficients manually to 1
This parameter allows you to view the weighbridge’s performance with disabled eccentricity correction for
service purposes. Using this function does not change any stored coefficient but all coefficients are
“temporarily” set to value 1.
0 = Normal operation (factory default) 1 = Service mode
Attention: After the eccentricity adjustment a scale calibration has to be done.
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6.3. Configuration Parameters
[1--] Configuration Block
[11-] Start Up
[111 X] Auto Power Off
0 : Auto power off disabled (default) 1 : Power off after 3 minutes of stability or no key function
2 : Power off after 10 minutes of stability or no key function
[112 X] Store Tare at Power Off
0 : Disabled (factory default) 1 : Enabled
[113 X] Auto Clear Tare
0 : Disabled (factory default) 1 : The scale returns to gross mode after unloading
[115 ] Key lock (for FT-11 only)
[ ABCDE] When the key lock function is activated, all key(s) set to “1” in this parameter are
locked.
A : On/Off B : Setpoint C : Zeroing D : Taring / Clear E : Print
[12-] Filter
In this block the proper filter values according to the operating conditions can be entered. One of the most
important features of the indicator is viewing the filter characteristics on the display and with the help of this
option, you can select the most suitable filter without leaving the setup mode.
[120 X ] Filter
For FT-11 the filter value can be set from 0 to 9, for FT-11D the value range is from 0 to 4. When you
enter this parameter and press the <Enter> key while [120 X] is shown on the display, the weight
variation can be seen on the display. The value of the filter can be changed by using the <> and <>
keys and the weight variation for each value is shown on the display. After finalising the filter selection
you can go to the next step by pressing the <F> key.
[14-] Entries
In this block you can enter the initial CN (consecutive number).
[142 ] Label No. (CN)
[ XXXXXX ] The desired value is entered via <Tare> and <Zero> keys and saved by pressing
<Enter>. If the number exceeds 65 535 it will automatically restart at 1.
6.4. Scale Parameters
[2--] Scale Block
The parameters related to the weighing operation are located here.
[20-] Set Up
[200 X] Approved
0 = No 1 = Yes
[201 X] Increased Indication
0 = by pressing key 1 = Always increased indication
[202 X] Power On Zero
This parameter setting controls if after power-on the scale will get automatically zeroed if the weight is in
the percentage of the zeroing range. If the weight is not in the zeroing range the display will show [E E E
] message until you press the <Enter>.
0 = disable 1 = ± 2% 2 = ± 10%
[203 X] Zeroing Range
0 = disable 1 = ± 2% 2 = ± 20%
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[204 X] Auto Zero Tracking
AZT automatically re-adjusts the scale to zero for compensating defined small deviations around the
centre of zero.
0 = disable 1 = ± 0,5e 2 = ± 1e 3 = ± 3e
[205 X] Tare
0 = Disabled 1 = Multi tare via key 2 = Tare via key in gross mode
[206 X] Motion Detector
This parameter defines the sensitivity level which will determine what is considered as stable.
0 = ± 0.3e 1= ± 0.5e 2= ± 1e 3= ± 2e 4 = No motion detector
[207 X] Tilt Switch (for FT-11 only)
The tilt switch is being used to prevent wrong weighing results in mobile scales due to the slope of the
floor. If this parameter is enabled the digital input 1 must be connected to the tilt switch.
This parameter defines the time period (up to 9.9 s) which will determine what is considered as stable.
[21-] Scale Build
The capacity and the resolution of the scale will be defined here.
[210 X] Scale Type
The capacity and resolution parameters will vary according to the selection here.
0 = Single Range 1 = Dual Range
You will reach the next parameter by pressing <Enter>. Please note that the following parameters will
vary according to this selection.
If single range has been selected:
[212 ] Capacity
Press the <Tare> key to reach this parameter.
[CAP ]
[ XXXXXX ]
[d ]
[ XXXXXX ]
The capacity of the scale will be entered here by <Tare> and <Zero> keys.
The value will be confirmed by pressing <Enter>.
Display resolution of the scale will be selected by <Zero> key.
The selection will be confirmed by pressing <Enter>.
If dual range has been selected:
[211 ] 1. Capacity
Press the <Tare> key to reach this parameter.
[CAP1 ]
[ XXXXXX ]
[d1 ]
[ XXXXXX ]
The capacity of the first weighing range (Select from Appendix 6) will be entered
here by <Tare> and <Zero> keys and confirmed with <Enter>.
Display resolution of the first weighing range will be selected by <Zero> key and
confirmed with <Enter>.
[212 ] 2. Capacity
Press the <Tare> key to reach this parameter.
[CAP2 ]
[ XXXXXX ]
[d2 ]
[ XXXXXX ]
Attention: After the scale parameters have been changed the scale has to be calibrated.
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The capacity of the second weighing range (Select from Appendix 7) will be entered
here by <Tare> and <Zero> keys and confirmed with <Enter>.
Display resolution of the second weighing range will be selected by <Zero> key and
confirmed with <Enter>.
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6.5. Scale Calibration
[3--] Calibration Block
The calibration of the scale will be performed here.
[30-] Calibration
[300 ] Gravity
This parameter should be used in the scale that will be verified in two stages by gravity adjustment (in
legal metrologic applications). This parameter should not be touched in other applications.
If you enter a value in this parameter before calibration (as six decimal digits, e.g. enter “798564” for
“9.798564”), this value will be assumed as the reference gravity acceleration where the initial calibration
has been performed. After the initial calibration this parameter will be automatically set to “0”.
If the value of this parameter is “0” this means no gravity adjustment has been performed after the initial
calibration.
In the second stage of the verification the gravity acceleration of the place where the weighing indicator
will be used should be entered (as six decimal digits, e.g. enter “800065” for “9.800065”).
Exit setup by saving the changes without entering the calibration (parameter [301]).
[301 ] Calibration with Test Weights
Begin the calibration by pressing <Enter>.
Unload the scale when the displays shows [ZEro.CA] message and press <Enter>.
The display will show the [WAıt ] message during the zero calibration. In this period the scale must be
unloaded and stable.
Approximately 10 seconds later the display will show [LoAd ] and then [ XXXXXX ].
The value shown on the display is the weight that should be used for the span calibration. If the value of
the test weight which will be used is different from the value shown on the display, type the new value by
<Tare> and <Zero> keys, place the test weights on the scale and press <Enter>. Any test weight should
be at least 10% of the scale capacity or higher.
The display will show the [WAıt ] message during the span calibration. Approximately 10 seconds later
the display will show the [SAvE ] message. You can save the calibration by pressing <Enter> or quit
without saving by pressing the <F> key.
[31-] Adjustment
In this sub-block you can only perform zero adjustment or span adjustment without doing a full calibration.
[310 ] Zero Adjustment
This parameter is only used for refreshing the zero level of the scale to prevent wrong weighings due to
zero drifts. Begin the zero adjustment by pressing <Enter>. Unload the scale when the displays shows
the [ZEro.CA] message and press <Enter> again.
The display will show the [WAıt ] message during the zero adjustment. In this period the scale must be
unloaded and stable. Approximately 10 seconds later the display will show the [SAvE ] message. You can
confirm the “Save zero adjustment” by pressing <Enter> or cancel it by pressing the <F> key.
[311 ] Span Adjustment
This parameter lets you perform the span adjustment. By pressing the <Enter> key [XXXXXX] appears on
the display. The displayed value is the weight that should be used for the span adjustment. If the value of
the test weight that will be used is different from the value shown on the display, then type the new value
by <Tare> and <Zero> keys, place the test weights on the scale and press <Enter>.
The display will show the [WAıt ] message during the span adjustment. Approximately 10 seconds later
the display will show the [SAvE ] message. You can confirm the “Save span adjustment” by pressing
<Enter> or cancel it by pressing the <F> key.
[312 ] Span Adjustment Under Load (for FT-11 only)
This parameter is being used to perform span adjustment of a scale without lifting the load from it. This
operation is especially used for span adjustment of filled tanks. You can make span adjustment without
removing the load in the tank.
When you press the <Enter> key the [P.ZEro ] message appears on the display. This means the scale
will take the current load as a temporary zero. After getting ready for this level, which means temporary
zero adjustment, the <Enter> key should be pressed. The display will show the [WAıt ] message during
the temporary zero adjustment. After this step the display will show [LoAd ] for a certain period and then [
XXXXXX ]. The value shown on the display is the weight that should be used for the span adjustment. If
the value of the test weight which will be used is different from the value shown on the display, type the
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new value by <Tare> and <Zero> keys, place the test weight on the scale and press <Enter>. The display
will show the [WAıt ] message during the span adjustment under load. Approximately 10 seconds later
the display will show the [SAvE ] message. You can confirm the “Save span adjustment under load” by
pressing <Enter> or cancel it by pressing the <F> key.
[313 ] eCal (electronic calibration)
Warning: The scale capacity and the resolution must be entered before performing eCal.
This parameter allows to calibrate the scale without using test weights. Based on scale capacity, total
load cell capacity, load cell rated output and estimated preload FT-1x calculates the calibration
coefficients. If the conditions are convenient for zero calibration, you may perform automatic zero
adjustment instead of entering estimated preload.
For maximized eCal accuracy the A/D coefficients of the instrument are adjusted in the factory.
Press the <Tare> key to enter eCal.
[LC.CAP ]
[ XXXXXX ]
[LC.oUt ]
[ XXXXXX ]
[rt.oUt ]
[ZEr.AdJ]
[ XXXXXX ]
[PrE-Ld]
[ XXXXXX ]
[ SAvE ]
Enter the total load cell capacity in [kg] via <Tare> and <Zero> keys and press
<Enter> to go to the next step.
Example : If the scale uses 4 load cells with 1000 kg maximum capacity for each,
then enter 4000.
Enter load cell’s rated output in [mV/V] via <Tare> and <Zero> keys. If the scale
uses more than one load cell, then calculate the mean value of all load cells’ rated
output as indicated in their certificates. Press <Enter> to go to the next step.
Example: If the load cell’s rated outputs are LC1: 2.0010, LC2: 1.9998, LC3:1.9986
and LC4:2.0002, then the mean value will be
Mean LC output = ( 2.0010 + 1.9998 + 1.9986 + 2.0002 ) ÷ 4 = 1.9999 mV/V.
Enter load cell’s rated output in [counts] via <Tare> and <Zero> keys (200 000 is
default setting). Press <Enter> to go to the next step.
If the scale is empty and you want to make an automatic zero adjustment instead of
entering the estimated preload (see next step), press the <Enter> key.
When the message [Zero.CA] appears then press the <Enter> key for starting the
zero calibration. The display will show the [WAıt ] message during zero adjustment.
In this while the scale must be unloaded and stable. Approximately 10 seconds
later the display will prompt you to save the calibration by the [SAvE ] message
(see below). If the scale is not empty or you prefer to enter the estimated preload
value, press the the <> or <> key.
Enter the scale’s dead load value in [kg] by using <Tare> and <Zero> keys.
Press <Enter> to go to the next step.
Hint: Is the deadload not exactly known, then you should enter „0“ for this
parameter. After save and restart of the weighing function the following weighing
result is identical to the real deadload value of the scale. Note this value and repeat
the eCal procedure with a known deadload value.
Save this eCal calibration by pressing <Enter> OR
press the <F> key to quit without saving this eCal calibration.
Note: If you want to make a zero adjustment after entering the estimated preload value, empty the scale,
change the preload value to (estimated value + display value at zero load) or enter parameter 310 for
zero adjustment.
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7. Alibi Memory and Legal Metrological Records
If the alibi memory is installed and activated, the indicator keeps the latest 149 764 weighing records in this
memory. The recorded data can be viewed on the indicator’s display or exported via serial port.
To find a definite record you have to enter parameter [802]. After reaching the desired record, the recorded data
can be viewed in the display. If needed you can print this record together with the following 9 records by
pressing the <Print> key. If you press the <Print> key in parameter [803], all recorded data will be sent via serial
port. The <F> key cancels the print job.
Empty fields will be printed as “------“ , corrupted records as “xxxxx” . For the records for which weighing
results cannot be given, the message “no rec” will be shown on the display.
If the alibi memory is activated, the alibi record number is also found on the print out data.
After installing the alibi board or changing the main board “Error 41” or “Error 42” will be shown on the display
after power on because the activation of the alibi memory is required.
If the calibration jumper is short circuited, you can activate the alibi board by pressing the <Enter> key after
power on. Otherwise the alibi errors will disappear by pressing the <Enter> key, but you cannot export any data
(Error “43” will be shown after pressing the <Print> key ).
[8--] Metrological Data Block
The parameters about Metrological Registryare being entered in this section.
[80-] Legal Metrological Records
In this block edit the parameters with <> key and use the <Enter> key according to the parameter’s
description.
[800] Counter
This counter increases automatically by 1 after starting the setup mode with enabled calibration jumper
and service password. This counter cannot be changed manually.
[801] Alibi Memory)
0 = Disabled 1 = Enabled
[802] Finding any record from Alibi Memory
You can call any record from the Alibi Memory by <Tare> and <Zero> keys. If the <Print> key is pressed
while an alibi record is on the display, this and the 9 previous records will be printed.
[803] Print all Alibi Memory records
All data from the Alibi Memory can be printed by pressing the <Print> key. You can stop printing with the
<F> key.
[804] Alibi Info
You can get some basic information about the alibi memory board and the records by pressing the
<Print> key. These data are:
SN : Pin code of the alibi memory card
SA : The alibi record start number within this indicator
LA : The alibi record number of the next weighing with this indicator
CN : Calibration counter number
CS : Check sum status
AS : Capacity of the alibi memory
LD : Firmware date of the alibi memory
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8. Communication
8.1. Overview about Communication
Application Hardware channel
Data export to PC (non-approved);
Remote display;
Remote control with ASCII entries
(Z, T, C)*
IndFace-Software (FT-11 only);
Process control (PLC, DCS,
SCADA...)
Data export to PC (legal for trade
with alibi memory);
Output to printer;
Remote control with ASCII entries
(P, Z, T, C)*
Continuous output
mode;
see Chap. 8.2.3
and Appendix 2
Host mode (for
FT-11 only);
see Chap. 8.2.4 &
Appendix 3
Print mode;
see Chap. 8.2.5
Modbus RTU (for
FT-11 only);
see Appendix 4
8.2. Serial Interface and Printer
The instrument has a standard serial port for connecting peripheral equipment.
The serial port is suitable for bi-directional communication. If you transmit ASCII codes of P, Z, T or C letters to
the serial port, the indicator will behave like the related keys have been pressed. If optional serial interfaces are
installed, only continuous data output can be programmed for more than one interface (see chapter 8.2.7 for
setup details).
8.2.1. Standard Serial Interface Connector (RS232C)
The instrument has a standard serial port for connecting to peripherals.
Standard Serial interface; Parameter group [00-]
Baudrate 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19 200, 38 400 or 57 600 baud
Data format 8 bit no parity OR 7 bit even parity OR 7 bit odd parity
Start / Stop bit 1 start bit and 1stop bit
The connection of the standard RS232C of the instrument should be made as given in the table below.
Definition
TXD 2 3 3
RXD 3 4 2
GND 7 2 5
Shield Connector body 1
You have to connect each TXD (output) with RXD (input) at the other end.
Desk type housing, panel type
housing; Pin no. (D-Sub, 9-pin, male)
Stainless steel housing
Pin no. (J11 connector)
RS232C;
typical PC allocation
8.2.2. Optional Serial Interface Connector (RS232C, RS485, 20 mA TTY)
Additional serial interfaces can be added in addition to the standard RS232C port.
2nd Serial interface Optional RS232C; Parameter group [01-]
3nd Serial interface Optional RS232C / RS485 / 20 mA TTY current loop* (field changeable); Parameter group [02-]
* 20 mA TTY current loop not available with stainless steel housing
If parameter [012] is set to 2 (= hardware handshake), the second serial interface cannot be used as RS232C
port. Up to 32 instruments can be connected with enabled RS485 port.
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The pin configuration of the optional D-Sub 25-pin female connector is given below.
Parameter [012] Pin no. for stainless steel housing
R-; Par. [02-] 8 Not used
R+; Par. [02-] 9 Not used
T+; Par. [02-] 10 Not used
+V; Par. [02-] 11 Not used
Termination (RS 485) 19 Not used
Termination (RS 485) 20 Not used
A; Par. [02-] 21 5 12
B; Par. [02-] 22 4 11
T-; Par. [02-] 24 Not used
+24V; 20 mA CL 25 Not used
Shield D25 body 1 1
The RS485 interface termination can be done by short circuiting pin no. 19 and 20 at the desk and panel type
enclosures or by jumper JP4 on the interface board within the stainless steel housing . These short circuits
terminate the line with an internal termination resistor of 100 .
25
11
20 mA CL ASCII interface connection:
The 20mA CL ASCII output is disabled by
default. For enabling this output the
10
connections should be made as given in figure
shown on the left.
(Enabled output is not available for 12 V DC
24
instruments and stainless steel housings).
9
FT-13
8
8.2.3. Continuous Output Mode
The continuous output mode allows for a fast and continuous data export to connected peripheral devices. The
output data structure is described in Appendix 2.
8.2.4. Host Mode (for FT-11 only)
The indicator can communicate with a PC in host mode. You can upload or download data to the indicator by
adjusting the related interface parameters within the FLINTEC IndFace software (for FT-11 only) or using the
command sets described in Appendix 3. This mode is convenient for process control applications which need
not only the weight data, but also require some uploads / downloads and status control.
8.2.5. Print Mode
In the print mode you can select the print formats (parameter group [04-], see chapter 8.2.6). This format –
preferably the single line – is convenient to use as weight data interface in legal for trade applications which
require recording to the Alibi memory. The print mode is not available for more than one interface (see also
overview in chapter 8.1).
1. Single Line
You can send the data in single lines as shown below by pressing the <Print> key.
Example from FT-11(D):
CN: 21 G: 3.000kg T: 1.000kg N: 2.000kg
CN GROSS TARE NET
MSD LSD SP MSD LSD SP MSD LSD SP MSD LSD LF CR
9 3 13 3 13 3 13 1 1
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2. Multi Line
Flintec GmbH
Flintec GmbH
www.flintec.com
www.flintec.com
Germany
Germany
By pressing the <Print> key you can send the data in multiple lines as shown
in the labels at the left.
3 lines of header and 1 line of footer can be downloaded to the instrument (in
host mode).
The data output structure is defined by the printer parameters.
3. Title and Footnote (for FT-11 only)
It is possible to load 3 lines of header and 1 line of footer to FT-11 and print a label with title and footnote in print
mode.
Title and footnote can be loaded to the indicator from a PC via the serial port in host mode. The FLINTEC
IndFace software can be used for this. The free of charge interface software can be downloaded from the
FLINTEC web site www.flintec.com
.
8.2.6. Setup
[0--] Interface Block
You can access the parameters of the instruments’s serial interface(s) in parameter section [0--].
The data output modes can be used only once per instrument except for continuous data output.
[00-] Serial Interface 1 (Standard serial interface)
[000 X ] Data Format
0 : No data transfer 1 : Continuous data output
2 : Print mode ( refer to parameter [040] ) 3 : Host mode
The address range is 1 to 99. If you enter 0, the indicator will operate without an address.
[024 X] Serial Mode
0 : Interface operates as RS232C (param. [012] 2) 1 : Interface operates as RS485
2 : Interface operates as 20 mA TTY Current Loop (not for 12 V DC powered instruments)
[025 X] Data Length and Parity
0 : 8 bit, no parity 1 : 7 bit, odd parity 2 : 7 bit, even parity
Note: The parameter [025] must be set to “0” for Modbus RTU output.
If one of the serial interfaces is selected as printer, the label settings will be made in this sub-block.
[040 X ] Print Out Format
1 : Single line 2 : Multi line
[042 X] Transfer of CN (Consecutive no.) via serial interface
0 : no 1 : yes
[045 ] Minimum Print
[XXXXXX]
[046 X] Print Control
0 : Printing with key 1 : Auto print 2 : Print interlock
Explanation: If set to “Auto print”, the data will automatically be printed when the value is stable and
higher than the minimum print value. The weight value should fall below the minimum print value to
reprint. If this parameter is set to “Print interlock”, after printing the weight must change for reprint.
[047 XY] Line Feed
X = 0, 1, 2…9 Number of empty lines at the top of the label (numerical key entry)
Y = 0, 1, 2…9 Number of empty lines at the bottom of the label (numerical key entry)
If the weight is less than the value entered here, the data will not be printed
[048 X] Form Feed
0 : No FF 1 : After printing the printer will go to the next page automatically
[049 X] Quantity of Copies
X = 0, 1, 2…9 Number of labels to print for each weighing
Note: This function is only valid for parameter [040] = 2.
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8.3. Ethernet Option (for FT-11 only)
FT-1x series indicators which are equipped with an Ethernet option can be connected to Ethernet TCP/IP or
Modbus RTU over Ethernet networks as described below.
8.3.1. Electrical Connections
The pin configuration of the RJ45 Ethernet connector is described below:
1212
1: Link LED
2 Activity LED Shield Chassis ground
State
Off No link No Activity
Amber 10 Mbit/s Half Duplex
Green 100 Mbit/s Full Duplex
Pin no. Signal Description
1 TX+ Differential Ethernet transmit data +
2 TX– Differential Ethernet transmit data –
3 RX+ Differential Ethernet receive data +
4 Not used, terminated
5 Not used, terminated
6 RX– Differential Ethernet receive data –
7 Not used, terminated
8 Not used, terminated
Link LED Activity LED
Connection to an Ethernet hub
Cabling is done using a standard
RJ-45 patch cable.
Direct connection to a PC
Cabling is done using a RJ-45
cross over cable.
8.3.2. Setup
There are several setup parameters for the Ethernet network as described below:
Host Name
IP Address
Local Port
Gateway
Subnet Mask
Primary DNS
Secondary DNS
DHCP
Remote
Connection
Remote IP
Remote Port
Important hint: During the setup the Ethernet output (weight value and status bits) will not be updated.
Device name on the network. Default is “ “
The numeric code that identifies all computers that are connected to the internet.
Default is “92.168.16.250”
Ethernet connection point of the device. Default is “10001”
Network point that acts as an entrance to other networks. Default is “192.168.16.254”
Defines a range of IP addresses in a network. Default is “255.255.255.0”
Primary DNS server IP address
Secondary DNS server IP address
The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides dynamically allocated IP
addresses to computers on a network, if it is enabled.
Automatic connection to any device on the network
IP address of the PC or device which should be connected automatically
Ethernet connection point of the PC or device which should be connected
automatically
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The Ethernet setup can be done using the Ether X PC software.
Note: For older instruments the configuration will be done by the Ethernet Device Installer PC
software, see separate document on the Flintec Product-CD.
Setup by Ether X Software:
Step 1: Install the Ether X software from the Flintec Product-CD to any PC on the network
Step 2: Start the Ether X software
Step 3: After pressing the “Search” button the software lists the FT-1x devices on the network as shown in
the figure below
Step 4: The IP address of any device may be changed after clicking the “Assign IP” button
Step 5: Click the “Details“ button to open the parameter window as shown below.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Question:
Answer:
The Ether X could not reach the FT-1x instrument.
1. Check the local network connection
2. Check if the IP address of the indicator is convenient for your network
3. Check the PC Ethernet output with other network instruments
4. Check the existence of the Ethernet related parameters in the instrument setup (see
chapter 8.3.3). If you cannot not see these parameters in the setup, please check the proper
installation of the Ethernet board.
5. Change the Ethernet option board.
The parameter window presents information like
Firmware Version of Ethernet option board and it helps
to edit resources like Host Name, Gateway, DNS
server etc.
After changing any parameter, enter the password and
click the “Save Settings” button.
The default Password is “123456”.
The “Load Defaults” button resets the device to the
default settings.
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Question:
The Ether X software could reach the FT-1x instrument, but you can’t communicate with the
instrument.
Answer:
Question:
Answer:
The port number of the indicator is not convenient for port numbers of your application
software. Check the port number of the indicator by using the Ether X software.
How can I check the communication?
You can use any communication program like HyperTerminal which is supplied with your
Windows operating system (Microsoft).
Example: HyperTerminal
1. Open the HyperTerminal and choose a name for the connection.
Press OK.
2. Then enter the Ethernet address of the indicator and the port
number as shown at the left. Also you need to set the connection
type to “TCP/IP (WinSock)”.
3. To test the connection now, you can set the Ethernet output of the
indicator to “continuous” (refer to chapter 8.3.3).
With an active HyperTerminal you should now be able to follow the
data stream.
8.3.3. Data Structure
[0--] Interface Block
[03-] Ethernet
This sub-block includes the parameters of the Ethernet port.
State Indication Action / Comment
Off Not on-line /No power Check power and cable
Green On-line, data exchange
Flashing Green On-line, clear
Flashing Red (1 flash) Setup error Not supported
Flashing Red (2 flash) PROFIBUS configuration error Check GSD file
Status LED
State Meaning
Off No power or Profibus module is initialising
Green Initialized
Flashing Green Initialized and diagnostic event is present
Red There is an exception error
6 +5 V DC Isolated +5V output for bus termination
7
8 A-Line Negative RxD / TxD, RS485 level
9
Housing Shield Bus cable shield, connected to Ground
8.4.2. Setup
[0--] Interface Block
[03-] Profibus
This sub-block includes the parameters of the Profibus port.
[032 X ] Data Format
0 : Signed 32 bit integer 1 : Signed 32 bit floating point
[033 XX] Address
The address of the instrument will be entered via numerical keypad. Value range is 1 to 126. After editing
the address it is required to restart the instrument.
The GDS file is available on a CD which is supplied together with the instrument.
After the setup of these parameters and the hardware connection as described above, the data interface can be
used as described in Appendix 5.
Important hint: During the setup the Profibus output (weight value and status bits) will not be updated.
8.4.3. Data Structure
See Appendix 5.
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8.5. ProfiNet Option (for FT-11 only)
Indicators which are equipped with the ProfiNet option can be connected to a PLC bus as described below.
Weight data update rate: 40 ms Response time on entries: 5 ms to 25 ms
8.5.1. Electrical Connections
ProfiNet Interface:
1. Network Status LED
2. Module Status LED
3. Link/Activity LED
MS Module Status LED
LED State Description Comment
Off No power or not initialized No power or ProfiNet module is in initialization state
Green Initialized
Green, 1 flash Initialized, diagnostic event(s) present Diagnostic is active
Green, 2 flashes Blink
Red Exception error There is an exception error
Red, 1 flash Configuration error Check EDS configuration
Red, 2 flashes IP address error IP address not set
Red, 3 flashes Station name error Station name not set
Red, 4 flashes Internal module error Re-energize the instrument. If seen again, change module
LINK/Activity LED
LED State Description Comment
Off No Link No link, no communication present
Green Link Ethernet link established, no communication present
Green, flickering Activity Ethernet link established, communication present
NS Network Status LED
LED State Description Comment
Off Not online /No power Check power and cable
Green On-line (RUN) Green, flashing On-line (STOP) -
4. Ethernet Connector (100 Mbit/s, full-duplex)
Used by engineering tools to identify the node on the
network
8.5.2. Setup
[0--] Interface Block
[03-] ProfiNet
[036 X ] Data Format
0 : Signed 32 bit integer 1 : Signed 32 bit floating point
There are 7 setup parameters for ProfiNet network:
DHCP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Gateway
Primary DNS
Secondary DNS
Host Name
The ProfiNet communication will be configured by the EtherX PC software. EtherX can be installed from the
Flintec Product CD-ROM. The EDS file is available on a CD which is supplied together with the instrument.
After the setup of these parameters and the hardware connection as described above, the data interface can be
used as described in Appendix 5.
Important hint: During the setup the ProfiNet output (weight value and status bits) will not be updated.
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol automates network parameters if it is enabled. Default is
‘Disable’.
If DHCP is disabled, define IP address manually. Default is ‘192.168.16.250’
If DHCP is disabled, define subnet mask manually. Default is ‘255.255.255.0’.
If DHCP is disabled, define default gateway manually. Default is ‘192.168.16.254’.
If DHCP is disabled, define primary DNS manually. Default is ‘208.67.222.222’.
If DHCP is disabled, define secondary DNS manually. Default is ‘208.67.220.220’.
Enter a unique host name to the instrument. Default is ‘ ’
8.5.3. Data Structure
See Appendix 5.
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8.6. CANopen Option (for FT-11 only)
FT-11 indicators which are equipped with the CANopen option can be connected to a PLC bus as described
below.
Baud rate Automatic (10 kbps to 12 Mbps)
Update rate Weight data will be updated each 40 ms
Response time on entries 5 ms to 25 ms
8.6.1. Electrical Connections
The pin configuration of the male 9-pol D-Sub ProfiNet connector (DB9M) is described in the table below:
Connector
1. Run LED
2. Error LED
3. CANopen Connector
Run LED
State Indication Action / Comment
Off No power or not initialized No power or cable broken
Green On-line, data exchange
Green, flashing On-line, initializing
Green, single flash Stopped Check for hardware damages
Green, flickering Auto baud rate detection in progress
Red Exception error Check EDS file
Error LED
State Indication Action / Comment
Off No error No power or CANopen module is inizializing
Red, single flash Warning limit reached Bus error counter reached or exceeded its warning limit
Red, flickering LSS LSS services in progress
A guard (NMT slave or master) or heartbeat event has
occured
8.6.2. Setup
[0--] Interface Block
[03-] CANopen
This sub-block includes the parameters of the CANopen.
[034 X ] Data Format
0 : Signed 32 bit integer 1 : Signed 32 bit floating point
[035 XX] Address
The address of the instrument will be entered via numerical keypad. Value range is 1 to 127. After editing
the address it is required to restart the instrument.
After the setup of these parameters and the hardware connection as described above, the data interface can be
used as described in Appendix 6.
Important hint: During the setup the CANopen output (weight value and status bits) will not be updated.
8.6.3. Data Structure
See Appendix 6.
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9. Other I/O Options
9.1. Analogue Output Option (for FT-11 only)
FT-11 can be equipped with 4 – 20 mA or 0 – 10 V analogue output option. The value of the analogue output
changes in linear relationship to the displayed value. But if there is no numerical value on the display, the value
of the analogue output will be given as stated below:
The weight value is higher than the weighing range (Over) 13 V 24 mA High
The weight value is lower than the zero range (Under) -1.4 V 0 mA High
Error [Err XX] 13 V 24 mA High
ADC is out of operating range [Adc Out] 13 V 24 mA High
As shown in the table above the linear range of the analogue output is limited between -1.4 V and 13 V
respective 0 mA and 24 mA.
9.1.1. Electrical Connections
There is an optically isolated input on the analogue card for zeroing the scale via an analogue output option
connector. The connections of the analogue output connector is given in the table below.
Description
+ Zeroing input (+24V) 8 6 13
- Zeroing input ( 0V) 9 5 12
Alarm output 18 8 7
GND (Current / Voltage) 19 & 22 4 & 9 6 & 11
Iout (Current) 23 3 10
Vout (Voltage) 24 2 9
Shield D25 body 1 1
Condition (On Display) 0 – 10 V output 4-20 mA output Alarm output
Pin no. for Desk and panel types
(DB25 Female)
Pin no. for stainless steel housing
J10 connector
(Option 1)
JR1 / JR2 connector
(Option 2 or 3)
9.1.2. Setup
The analogue output is being adjusted digitally from the parameter group [4--].
[4--] Analogue Output Block
The calibration of the optional analogue output is performed in this sub-block.
[40-] Signal Selection
[400] Signal type*
0 = 4 – 20 mA 1 = 0 – 10 V DC *activated after saving the settings
[41-] Zero Adjustment (Signal level at load = 0 kg)
[410] Coarse Zero Adjustment
The coarse zero adjustment is being performed by pressing the <Zero> key continuously to increase the
analogue signal level or the <Clear> key to decrease the analogue signal level. The true load will be
ignored while adjusting.
[411] Fine Zero Adjustment
The fine zero adjustment is being performed by pressing the <Zero> key repeatedly to increase the
analogue signal level or the <Clear> key to decrease the analogue signal level. The true load will be
ignored while adjusting.
[42-] Span Adjustment (Signal level at maximum load)
[420] Coarse Span Adjustment
The coarse span adjustment is being performed by pressing the <Zero> key continuously to increase the
analogue signal level or the <Clear> key to decrease the analogue signal level. The full capacity value is
taken as the reference without loading any weight.
[421] Fine Span Adjustment
The fine span adjustment is being performed by pressing the <Zero> key repeatedly to increase the
analogue signal level or the <Clear> key to decrease the analogue signal level. The full capacity value is
taken as the reference without loading any weight.
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9.2. Digital I/O Option
9.2.1. Electrical Connections
It is possible to use control inputs and setpoint outputs if you add an optional digital I/O board (3 inputs and 3
outputs) to the instrument. The electrical connection of the inputs and outputs should be made as shown in Fig.
9.1.
Figure 9.1 Digital I/O ports connection diagram
Digital input 20 to 28 V DC Max. 30 mA
Digital output 20 to 28 V DC Max. 300 mA (sum of all 3 outputs)
Voltage Current
The power for the digital I/O has to be supplied from an external power supply module.
The pin layout of the parallel Input/Output connector is given below.
Press the <SP> key to enter the setpoint memory. The setpoint values will be defined by the <Zero> and
<Tare> keys and confirmed with the <Enter> key. You will advance to the next setpoint. Here you can select
between setpoints via the <> and <> keys. Quit without saving by pressing the <F> key.
9.3. Binary Output Option
This option adds a 17-bit binary output to the instrument which changes in the value range between “0” and
“131 071” depending on the displayed value and the zeroing input status.
The value of the binary output will change related to the display value as stated in the table below.
BINARY OUTPUT
Condition (On Displayed) Data Negative Error
Over High Low High
Under High High High
ADC Out High Low High
Weight indication Binary X Low
The pin configuration of the D25 female binary connector is given below.
Pin no. Connection Definition
1 24V DC POWER SUPPLY
14-2 GND POWER SUPPLY
15 TEST INPUT
3 D0 2
16 D1 2
4 D2
17 D3 2
5 D4 2
18 D5 2
6 D6 2
19 D7 2
7 D8 2
20 D9 2
8 D10 2
21 D11 2
9 D12 2
22 D13 2
10 D14 2
23 D15 2
11 D16 2
0
1
2
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
24 Strobe 1 = Data Ready
12 Zero Input
25 Error Output
13 negative Output
D25 body Schirm
“Data Ready” means that the weight data can
be read from the output.
If the output value is low, a wrong reading of
the weight value is probable.
If you apply a test input, the weight data
output will be interrupted and all outputs will
be activated sequentially during the test input
is active.
Outputs are PNP open collector and common
is ground.
The binary output card has to be supplied with
24 V DC ( max. 28 V DC ), maximum current
consumption can be up to 200 mA.
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10. Diagnostics
The parameter block [9--] contains certain functions for checking and testing.
[9--] Diagnostics
The operations about checking and testing the instrument can be made here.
[90-] Tests
[900 ] Key Pad test
In this step each key’s ASCII code will be shown on the display as you press the related key. By this way
you can test if all the keys are functioning or not. Pressing “” key will take you to the next parameter.
[901 ] Serial Interface-1 test
The characters in the alphabet will sequentially be transferred from serial interface-1 by pressing the
“Zero” key repeatedly. Received numerical data is shown on display.
[902 ] Digital Input test
[ı X YY]
To perform a digital input test, enter the number of the input to YY digits via “Tare” and “Zero” keys and
press the “Enter” key. “X” shows the logical condition of this input.
[904 ] mV Indication (for FT-11 only)
When pressing the <Enter> key the output voltage of the load cell will be shown on the display. This
uncalibrated value is only for test- and service purposes.
[905 ] DLC Internal Count (for FT-11D only)
When pressing the <Enter> key the message [905 1 ] is shown. The number of the load cell can be
selected by up and down keys and internal counts can be seen by pressing the <Enter> key.
Press the <F> key to quit this parameter.
[91-] Serial Numbers
[910] Instrument Serial No.
[911] Option 1 Serial No.
[912] Option 2 Serial No.
[913] Option 3 Serial No
When pressing the <Enter> key the serial number of the instrument or the option will be shown.
[97-] Calibration Coefficients
The parameters located in this section are the calibration parameters of the instrument. If these values have
been noted this can help when a calibration problem occurs. You can refresh the calibration by entering the
correct values printed before (see parameter [990]).
[99-] Printing Parameter Values
[990] Print All Parameters
By pressing the <Print> key all parameters can be printed.
[991] Loading Default Parameters
When pressing the <Enter> key the [ Ld dEf ] message appears on the display. Press the <Tare> key for
loading the default values or press the <F> key to go to “9-“ sub block.
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Appendix 1: Setup and Calibration Menus
FT-11 Setup and Calibration Menu
0_ _
0_ _
0_ _
INTERFACE
INTERFACE
INTER FACE
1_ _
1_ _
1_ _
CONFIG.
CONFIG.
CONFIG.
00 _
00 _
00 _
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
01 _
01 _
01 _
SERIAL 2
SERIAL 2
SERIAL 2
02 _
02 _
02 _
02 _
SERIAL 3
SERIAL 3
SERIAL 3
SERIAL 3
03 _ETHERNET
03 _ETHERNET
03 _ETHERNET
03 _ETHERNET
PROFIBUS
PROFIBUS
PROFIBUS
PROFIBUS
04 _
04 _
04 _
PRINTER
PRINTER
PRINTER
11 _
11 _
11 _
11 _
START UP
START UP
START UP
START UP
000
000
000
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
010
010
010
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
020
020
020
020
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
030ETHERNET
030ETHERNET
030ETHERNET
030 ETHERNET
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
040
040
040
PRINT FORMAT
PRINT FORMAT
PRINT FORMAT
111
111
111
111
AUTO PWR OFF
AUTO PWR OFF
AUTO PWR OFF
AUTO PWR OFF
001
001
001
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
011
011
011
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
021
021
021
021
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
031 ETHERNET
031 ETHERNET
031 ETHERNET
031 ETHERNET
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
042
042
042
112
112
112
112
STORE TARE
STORE TARE
STORE TARE
STORE TARE
CN
CN
CN
002
002
002
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
012
012
012
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
022
022
022
022
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
032PROFIBUS
032PROFIBUS
032PROFIBUS
032 PROFIBUS
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMA T
045
045
045
MIN. PRINT
MIN. PRINT
MIN. PRINT
113
113
113
113
A. CLR.TARE
A. CLR.TARE
A. CLR.TARE
A. CLR.TARE
003
003
003
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
013
013
013
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
023
023
023
023
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
033PROFIBUS
033PROFIBUS
033PROFIBUS
033 PROFIBUS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
046
046
046
PRINT CTRL
PRINT CTRL
PRINT CTRL
049
049
049
Qty of COPIES
Qty of COPIES
Qty of COPIES
115
115
115
115
KEY LOCK
KEY LOCK
KEY LOCK
KEY LOCK
004
004
004
014
014
014
024
024
024
024
034CANOPEN
034CANOPEN
034 CANOPEN
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
047
047
047
048
048
048
FORM FEED
FORM FEED
FORM FEED
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
MODE
MODE
MODE
MODE
LINE FEED
LINE FEED
LINE FEED
005
005
005
CHECKSUM
CHECKSUM
CHECKSUM
015
015
015
CHECKSUM
CHECKSUM
CHECKSUM
025
025
025
025
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
026
026
026
CHECKSUM
CHECKSUM
CHECKSUM
035CANOPEN
035CANOPEN
035 CANOPEN
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
036PROFINET
036PROFINET
036 PROFINET
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
DATA FORMAT
Chapter 8.2
Chapter 8.3
to 8.6
Chapter 8.2
Chapter 6.3
2_ _
2_ _
2_ _
SCALE PARAM
SCALE PARAM
SCALE PARAM
3_ _
3_ _
3_ _
3_ _
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
4_ _
4_ _
4_ _
4_ _
AnALOGUE
AnALOGUE
AnALOGUE
AnALOGUE
12 _
12 _
12 _
12 _
13 _
13 _
13 _
13 _
DIGITALI / O
DIGITALI / O
DIGITALI / O
DIGITAL I / O
14 _
14 _
14 _
14 _
ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTMENT
20 _
20 _
20 _
21 _
21 _
21 _
21 _
WEIGHING
WEIGHING
WEIGHING
WEIGHING
30 _
30 _
30 _
30 _
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
31 _
31 _
31 _
31 _
40 _
40 _
40 _
40 _
41 _
41 _
41 _
41 _
41 _
ZERO CAL.
ZERO CAL.
ZERO CAL.
ZERO CAL.
ZERO CAL.
42 _
42 _
42 _
42 _
42 _
SPAN ADJ.
SPAN ADJ.
SPAN ADJ.
SPAN ADJ.
SPAN ADJ.
FLTER
FLTER
FLTER
FLTER
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
CAL ADJ.
CAL ADJ.
CAL ADJ.
CAL ADJ.
SIGNAL
SIGNAL
SIGNAL
SIGNAL
120
120
120
120
130
130
130
130
142
142
142
142
200
200
200
210
210
210
210
300
300
300
300
310
310
310
310
ZERO CAL.
ZERO CAL.
ZERO CAL.
ZERO CAL.
400
400
400
400
SIGNAL TYPE
SIGNAL TYPE
SIGNAL TYPE
SIGNAL TYPE
410
410
410
410
410
420
420
420
420
420
F. ADJ.
F. ADJ.
F. ADJ.
F. ADJ.
OUTPUTS
OUTPUTS
OUTPUTS
OUTPUTS
M.LOGIC
M.LOGIC
M.LOGIC
W. TYPE
W. TYPE
W. TYPE
W. TYPE
GRAVITY
GRAVITY
GRAVITY
GRAVITY
COARSE
COARSE
COARSE
COARSE
COARSE
COARSE
COARSE
COARSE
COARSE
COARSE
1200
1200
1200
1200
NO FILTER
NO FILTER
NO FILTER
NO FILTER
1209
1209
1209
SLOWEST
SLOWEST
SLOWEST
SLOWEST
131
131
131
131
INPUT 1
INPUT 1
INPUT 1
INPUT 1
CN
CN
CN
CN
201
201
201
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
211
211
211
211
CAP1 / d1
CAP1 / d1
CAP1 / d1
CAP1 / d1
301
301
301
301
311
311
311
311
SPAN CAL.
SPAN CAL.
SPAN CAL.
SPAN CAL.
411
411
411
411
411
421
421
421
421
421
CAL.
CAL.
CAL.
CAL.
FINE
FINE
FINE
FINE
FINE
FINE
FINE
FINE
FINE
FINE
1201
1201
1201
1201
FASTEST
FASTEST
FASTEST
FASTEST
132
132
132
132
INPUT 2
INPUT 2
INPUT 2
INPUT 2
202
202
202
PWR OnZERO
PWR OnZERO
PWR On ZERO
207
207
207
207
TILT SWITCH
TILT SWITCH
TILT SWITCH
TILT SWITCH
212
212
212
212
CAP2 / d2
CAP2 / d2
CAP2 / d2
CAP2 / d2
312
312
312
312
SPAN ADJ CAL.
SPAN ADJ CAL.
SPAN ADJ CAL.
SPAN ADJ CAL.
12021203
12021203
12021203
12021203
1205
1205
1205
1205
133
133
133
133
203
203
203
206
206
206
206
M.DETECTION
M.DETECTION
M.DETECTION
M.DETECTION
313
313
Editable with any
Editable with any
Editable with any
Editable with any
Editable with any
password
password
password
password
password
Editable with service
Editable with service
Editable with service
Editable with service
Editable with service
password
password
password
password
password
Editable with service
Editable with service
Editable with service
Editable with service
Editable with service
password and
password and
password and
password and
password and
calibration jumper
calibration jumper
calibration jumper
calibration jumper
calibration jumper
INPUT 3
INPUT 3
INPUT 3
INPUT 3
ZERO
ZERO
ZERO
eCAL.
eCAL.
1204
1204
12041209
1204
204
204
204
205
205
205
AUTO ZERO
AUTO ZERO
AUTO ZERO
TARE
TARE
TARE
Chapter 9.2
Chapter 6.3
Chapter 6.4
Chapter 6.5
Chapter 9.1
8_ _
8_ _
8_ _
8_ _
M. LOGIC REC.
M. LOGIC REC.
M. LOGIC REC.
M. LOGIC REC.
9_ _
9_ _
9_ _
9_ _
9_ _
DIAGNOSTICS
DIAGNOSTICS
DIAGNOSTICS
DIAGNOSTICS
DIAGNOSTICS
80 _
80 _
80 _
80 _
RECORDS
RECORDS
RECORDS
RECORDS
90 _
90 _
90 _
90 _
90 _
91 _
91 _
91 _
91 _
91 _
97 _
97 _
97 _
97 _
97 _
97 _
CAL. COEFF
CAL. COEFF
CAL. COEFF
CAL. COEFF
CAL. COEFF
CAL. COEFF
99 _
99 _
99 _
99 _
PARAM.PRINT
PARAM.PRINT
PARAM.PRINT
PARAM.PRINT
TESTS
TESTS
TESTS
TESTS
TESTS
FT S/N
FT S/N
FT S/N
FT S/N
FT S/N
800
800
800
800
CAL. COUNTER
CAL. COUNTER
CAL. COUNTER
CAL. COUNTER
900
900
900
900
900
KEY PAD
KEY PAD
KEY PAD
KEY PAD
KEY PAD
910
910
910
910
910
970
970
970
970
970
970
COEFF.1
COEFF.1
COEFF.1
COEFF.1
COEFF.1
COEFF.1
979
979
979
979
979
979
SAVE COEFF.
SAVE COEFF.
SAVE COEFF.
SAVE COEFF.
SAVE COEFF.
SAVE COEFF.
990
990
990
990
ALL PARAM.
ALL PARAM.
ALL PARAM.
ALL PARAM.
801
801
801
801
ALIBI
ALIBI
ALIBI
ALIBI
901
901
901
901
901
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
911
911
911
911
911
FT
FT
FT
FT
FT
971
971
971
971
971
971
978
978
978
978
978
978
991
991
991
991
OPT 1
OPT 1
OPT 1
OPT 1
OPT 1
COEFF.2
COEFF.2
COEFF.2
COEFF.2
COEFF.2
COEFF.2
COEFF.9
COEFF.9
COEFF.9
COEFF.9
COEFF.9
COEFF.9
DEFAULT
DEFAULT
DEFAULT
DEFAULT
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802
802
802
802
902
902
902
902
902
912
912
912
912
912
972
972
972
972
972
972
977
977
977
977
977
977
ALIBI REC.
ALIBI REC.
ALIBI REC.
ALIBI RE C.
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL IN
OPT 2
OPT 2
OPT 2
OPT 2
OPT 2
COEFF.3
COEFF.3
COEFF.3
COEFF.3
COEFF.3
COEFF.3
COEFF.8
COEFF.8
COEFF.8
COEFF.8
COEFF.8
COEFF.8
803
803
803
803
904
904
904
904
904
913
913
913
913
913
973
973
973
973
973
973
976
976
976
976
976
976
ALIBI PRINT
ALIBI PRINT
ALIBI PRINT
ALIBI PR INT
OPT 3
OPT 3
OPT 3
OPT 3
OPT 3
COEFF.4
COEFF.4
COEFF.4
COEFF.4
COEFF.4
COEFF.4
COEFF.7
COEFF.7
COEFF.7
COEFF.7
COEFF.7
COEFF.7
804
804
804
804
ALIBI INFO
ALIBI INFO
ALIBI INFO
ALIBI INFO
mV
mV
mV
mV
mV
974
974
974
974
974
974
COEFF.5
COEFF.5
COEFF.5
COEFF.5
COEFF.5
COEFF.5
975
975
975
975
975
975
COEFF.6
COEFF.6
COEFF.6
COEFF.6
COEFF.6
COEFF.6
Chapter 7
Chapter 10
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FT-11D Setup and Calibration Menu
0_ _
0_ _
0_ _
INTERFACE
INTERFACE
INTERFACE
00 _
00 _
00 _
01 _
01 _
01 _
02 _
02 _
02 _
02 _
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 2
SERIAL 2
SERIAL 2
SERIAL 3
SERIAL 3
SERIAL 3
SERIAL 3
000
000
000
010
010
010
020
020
020
020
D.FORMAT
D.FORMAT
D.FORMAT
D.FORMAT
D.FORMAT
D.FORMAT
D.FORMAT
D.FORMAT
D.FORMAT
D.FORMAT
001
001
001
011
011
011
021
021
021
021
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE
002
002
002
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
012
012
012
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
022
022
022
022
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
HANDSHAKE
003
003
003
013
013
013
023
023
023
023
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
ADDRESS
024
024
024
024
004
004
004
014
014
014
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
MODE
MODE
MODE
MOD E
005
005
005
CHECKSUM
CHECKSUM
CHECKSUM
025
025
025
025
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
PARITY
Chapter 8.2
1_ _
1_ _
1_ _
CONFIG
CONFIG
CONFIG
2_ _
2_ _
2_ _
SCALE PRMTR
SCALE PRMTR
SCALE PRMTR
3_ _
3_ _
3_ _
3_ _
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
04 _
04 _
04 _
PRINTER
PRINTER
PRINTER
11 _
11 _
11 _
START UP
START UP
ST A RT U P
12 _
12 _
12 _
12 _
13 _
13 _
13 _
13 _
DIGITALI / 0
DIGITALI / 0
DIGITALI / 0
DIGITAL I / 0
14 _
14 _
14 _
ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTMENT
20 _
20 _
20 _
20 _
21 _
21 _
21 _
WEIGHING
WEIGHING
WEIGHING
22 _
22 _
22 _
DLC CONFIG
DLC CONFIG
DLC CONFIG
30 _
30 _
30 _
30 _
31 _
31 _
31 _
CAL. ADJ
CAL. ADJ
CAL. ADJ
FLTER
FLTER
FLTER
FLT E R
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
CALB
CALB
CALB
CALB
040
040
040
111
111
111
120
120
120
120
130
130
130
130
142
142
142
200
200
200
200
210
210
210
220
220
220
301
301
301
301
310
310
310
P.FORMAT
P.FORMAT
P.FORMAT
A.PWR OFF
A.PWR OFF
A.PWR OFF
F.ADJ
F.ADJ
F.ADJ
F.A DJ
OUTPUTS
OUTPUTS
OUTPUTS
OUTP UT S
M.LOGIC
M.LOGIC
M.LOGIC
M. LO GI C
W. TYPE
W. TYPE
W. TYPE
DLC TYPE
DLC TYPE
DLC TYPE
CAL
CAL
CAL
CAL
ZERO CAL
ZERO CAL
ZERO CAL
042
042
042
112
112
112
STORE TARE
STORE TARE
ST OR E TA R E
1200
1200
1200
1200
NO FILTER
NO FILTER
NO FILTER
NO FILTE R
131
131
131
131
CN
CN
CN
201
201
201
201
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
211
211
211
CAP1 / d1
CAP1 / d1
CAP1 / d1
221
221
221
QUANTITY
QUANTITY
QUANTITY
CN
CN
CN
IN1
IN1
IN1
IN1
045
045
045
MIN. PRT
MIN. PRT
MIN . P RT
113
113
113
A. CLR TARE
A. CLR TARE
A. CLR TA RE
1201
1201
1201
1201
FASTEST
FASTEST
FASTEST
FASTEST
132
132
132
132
202
202
202
202
PWR ONZERO
PWR ONZERO
PWR ONZERO
PWR ON ZERO
212
212
212
CAP2 / d2
CAP2 / d2
CAP2 / d2
222
222
222
ADDRESSING
ADDRESSING
ADDRESSING
046
046
046
PRT CTRL
PRT CTRL
P RT CT RL
049
049
049
Qty of COPIES
Qty of COPIES
Qty of COPIES
120212031204
120212031204
120212031204
120212031204
133
133
133
133
IN2
IN2
IN2
IN2
203
203
203
203
206
206
206
206
206
M.DETEC
M.DETEC
M.DETEC
M.DETEC
M.D E TE C
IN3
IN3
IN3
IN3
ZERO
ZERO
ZERO
ZERO
047
047
047
048
048
048
204
204
204
204
AUTO.ZERO
AUTO.ZERO
AUTO.ZERO
AUTO.ZERO
205
205
205
205
L.FEED
L.FEED
L.FEED
F.FEED
F.FEED
F.FEE D
TARE
TARE
TARE
TARE
SLOWEST
SLOWEST
SLOWEST
SLOWEST
Chapter 6.3
Chapter 9.2
Chapter 6.3
Chapter 6.4
Chapter 6.2
Chapter 6.5
311
311
311
SPAN CAL
SPAN CAL
SPAN CAL
8_ _
8_ _
8_ _
M.LOGIC REC.
M.LOGIC REC.
M.LOGIC REC.
9_ _
9_ _
9_ _
DIAGNOSTICS
DIAGNOSTICS
DIAGNOSTICS
32 _
32 _
32 _
ECCENTRICITY
ECCENTRICITY
ECCENTRI CITY
80 _
80 _
80 _
RECORDS
RECORDS
RECORDS
90 _
90 _
90 _
TESTS
TESTS
TESTS
91 _
91 _
FT S/N
FT S/ N
97 _
97 _
97 _
CAL. COEFF
CAL. COEFF
CAL. COEFF
99 _
99 _
PRMT. PRT
PRMT. PRT
Editable with any
Editable with any
Editable with any
password
password
password
320
320
320
800
800
800
CAL. COUNT
CAL. COUNT
CAL. COUNT
900
900
900
910
910
970
970
970
979
979
979
SAVE COEFF
SAVE COEFF
SAVE COEFF
990
990
ALL PRMT
ALL PRMT
METHOD
METHOD
ME T H OD
KEY PAD
KEY PAD
KEY PAD
COEFF.1
COEFF.1
COEFF.1
321
321
321
AUTOMATIC
AUTOMATIC
AUTOMATIC
801
801
801
901
901
901
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
SERIAL 1
911
911
FT
FT
971
971
971
COEFF.2
COEFF.2
COEFF.2
978
978
978
COEFF.9
COEFF.9
COEFF.9
991
991
DEFAULT
DEFAULT
Editable withservice
Editable withservice
Editable with service
password
password
password
ALIBI
ALIBI
ALIBI
OPT 1
OPT 1
322
322
322
802
802
802
902
902
902
912
912
972
972
972
977
977
977
MANUAL
MANUAL
MA NU A L
ALIBI REC
ALIBI REC
ALIBI REC
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL IN
OPT 2
OPT 2
COEFF.3
COEFF.3
COEFF.3
COEFF.8
COEFF.8
COEFF.8
323
323
323
SERVICE
SERVICE
SERVICE
803
803
803
ALIBI PRT
ALIBI PRT
ALIBI PRT
905
905
905
DLC INTVALUE
DLC INTVALUE
DLC INT VALUE
913
913
OPT 3
OPT 3
973
973
973
COEFF.4
COEFF.4
COEFF.4
976
976
976
COEFF.7
COEFF.7
COEFF.7
804
804
804
ALIBI INFO
ALIBI INFO
ALIBI INFO
974
974
974
COEFF.5
COEFF.5
COEFF.5
975
975
975
COEFF.6
COEFF.6
COEFF.6
Editable withservice
Editable withservice
Editable with service
password andcalibration
password andcalibration
password and calibration
jumper
jumper
jumper
Chapter 6.2
Chapter 7
Chapter 10
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Appendix 2: Continues Output Mode Data Structure
The format and the definition of the continuous data output is given below.
Bit 0 Gross = 0 Net=1
Bit 1 Weight positive = 0 Weight negative=1
Bit 2 Overload = 1
Bit 3 Stable = 0 Unstable =1
Bit 4 Always = 1
Bit 5 Always = 1
Bit 6 Always = 0
Bit 7 x
Definition Table for Status Byte C
Bit 0 Always 0
Bit 1 Always 0
Bit 2 Always 0
Bit 3 Always 0
Bit 4 Always 1
Bit 5 Always 1
Bit 6 Always 0
Bit 7 x
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Appendix 3: Host Mode Data Structure
If related parameters are adjusted for host communication, the weight indicator will be connected to your system
in Host Mode. Functions “0x03” and “0x10” are supported.
Read Hold Registers (0x03)
This function code is being used to read the information in the register addresses which have been permitted to
be read from holding registers. The reading operation will be performed by transmitting the information about
the registry to be read as given in the “Request Table”. The indicator will evaluate the received data and will
respond the info in the format as stated in the “Reply Table” or “Error Table”.
Request:
Field Name Host-Bus ASCII Code
STX @ 64
Slave address X X X,X
Function 0 3 48,51
Address registers high X X X,X
Address registers low X X X,X
No. of addr. registers high X X X,X
No. of addr. registers low X X X,X
Error check X X (csum) X,X
EOP Cr 13
Error:
Field Name Host-Bus ASCII Code
STX @ 64
Slave address X X X,X
Function 8 3 56,51
Exception code X X X,X
Error check X X (csum) X,X
EOP Cr 13
Reply:
Field Name Host-Bus ASCII Code
STX @ 64
Slave address X X X,X
Function 0 3 48,51
No. of data registers X X X,X
Data high X X X,X
… X X X,X
Data low X X X,X
Error check X X (csum) X,X
EOP Cr 13
Exception codes:
1 : Function code is not supported
2 : Out of starting and ending address
range
3 : Invalid value entry
4 : Operation error
Preset Multiple Registers (0x10)
This function code is used to edit the information in the register addresses of the holding registers which are
allowed to be overwritten. The write operation will be performed by transmitting the information about the
registry to be changed as stated in the “Request Table”. The indicator will evaluate the received data and will
respond the info in the format as stated in the “Reply Table” or “Error Table”.
Request:
Field Name Host-Bus ASCII Code
STX @ 64
Slave address X X X, X
Function 1 0 49, 48
Address registers high X X X, X
Address registers low X X X, X
No. of addr. registers high X X X, X
No. of addr. registers low X X X, X
No. of data registers X X X, X
Data high X X X, X
Data low X X X, X
Error check X X (csum) X, X
EOP Cr 13
Error :
Field Name Host-Bus ASCII Code
STX @ 64
Slave Add X X X, X
Function 9 0 57, 48
Exception code X X X, X
Error Check X X (csum) X, X
EOP Cr 13
Reply :
Field Name Host-Bus ASCII Code
STX @ 64
Slave address X X X, X
Function 1 0 49, 48
Address registers high X X X, X
Address registers low X X X, X
No. of addr. registers high X X X, X
No. of addr. registers low X X X, X
Error check X X (csum) X, X
EOP Cr 13
Exception codes:
1 : Function code is not supported
2 : Out of starting and ending address
range
3 : Invalid value entry or wrong byte
number
4 : Operation error
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Error Check Calculating:
CSUM = 0 – (Slave_Add + Function + … + Last_data)
(STX and CSUM are neglected while calculating CSUM)
Tool for counting:
Example:
@|01|10|0008|0001|02||0006|DE|<Cr>
To get the check sum (here FA) you have to sum following numbers first:
01+10+00+08+00+01+02+00+06 = 22
Now you have to subtracte 22 from 00:
00 - 22 = DE
Display value 03 (R) 0000 0002 -- ----- Current display value; gross or net
Status 03 (R) 0002 0001 -- -----
Tare weight 03 (R) 0003 0002 -- ---- Current tare weight
Gross Weight 03 (R) 0005 0002 -- ---- Current gross weight
Control 10 (W) 0008 0001 02
Set Point 1 03(R) / 10(W) 000B 0002 04 xxxx xxxx Buffer memory; Data = used value in hex
Set Point 2 03(R) / 10(W) 000D 0002 04 xxxx xxxx Buffer memory; Data = used value in hex
Set Point 3 03(R) / 10(W) 000F 0002 04 xxxx xxxx Buffer memory; Data = used value in hex
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
Function
(Read /
Write)
Address
register
Quantity
Address
register
Quantity
Data
register
Data Definition
Transfer the replied status data (hex, 4 digits)
into binary (up to 16 digits) and compare the
binary digits with the following table.
Digit Definition
D0 Busy 1 – System Busy
D1 Data ok 1 – Data ok // 0 – Error
D2 Motion
D3 Net Mode 1 – Net mode
D4 0 NA
D5 Output 1
D6 Output 2
D7 Output 3
D8 Input 1
D9 Input 2
D10 Input 3
D11 0 NA
D12 0 NA
D13
D14
D15
---- None
0001 Zero
0002 Tare
0003 Clear
0004 Print
0005 Use Preset Tare (Buffer: Adr. Reg. 0009)*
0006 Download setpoints to indicator (Buffer Add.
Reg. 000B, 000D, 000F )
0007 Upload setpoints to buffer (Buffer Add. Reg.
000B, 000D, 000F )
0008 Start
0009 Reset
Error Code;
transfer
D13, D14,
D15
(binary) to
decimal and
compare to
code
1 – Weight is not
stable
1 – Output active
1 – Input active
0 No Errors
1 ADC out of range
2 ADC over range
3 ADC under range
4 System fault
FT is not in
5
weighing mode
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Examples: The commands will be used for an indicator which instrument address is set to 1.
Setpoint 1: Write value 1500 into buffer
@ 01 10 000B 0002 04 000005DC FD <Cr>
STX Device-
Adresse
Write Add. Reg.
for
No. of
Addr. Reg.
No. of
Data Reg.
Value 1500 (dec.),
shown in hex
Checksum EOP
Setpoint 1
NOTE: The points you should paid attention to while loading and reading setpoints are:
To write any value to FT-1x the value should be loaded into the buffer (address 000B). Afterwards send
command “6” to address 0008 to make FT-1x to use the value at address 000B.
To read a value from FT-1x you should send command “7” to address 0008 to make FT-1x to load the
value into the buffer. Afterwards you can read the value at address 000B.
The commands “6” and “7” which are sent to address 0008 let you write or read all setpoints
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Appendix 4: Modbus RTU Data Structure
If the instrument is programmed for Modbus RTU, it can be used as a Modbus RTU slave on a RS485
communication line or on the Ethernet communication line. The Modbus slave adress is defined in the
parameter [Address]. Function code “0x03” and function code “0x10” are supported.
Read
command
Display value 40 001 03 00,00 00,02 Current display value; Gross or Net
1 : Function code is not supported
2 : Address is out of range (start and end)
3 : Invalid value feed or wrong byte number
4 : Operation error
Explanation (Setpoint):
The reading and writing of the setpoints is done in two steps.
Read operation (Setpoints):
1. Step : Load the actual setpoint values to the buffer.
Sending the control command 0007 to address [0008] (40 009) stores the actual setpoint values in the buffer
address [000B], [000D] and [000F] (Register 40 012, 40 014, 40 016).
2. Step : Read the buffer memory. Reading address [000B], [000D], [000F] (Register 40 012, 40 014, 40 016)
replies the actual corresponding setpoint value.
Write Operation:
1. Step : Load the value to the assigned buffer memory. Sending the designated value to address [000B],
[000D] or [000F] (Register 40 012, 40 014 or 40 016) loads the value into the selected buffer memory.
2. Step : Apply the values from the buffer memory. Sending the control command 0006 (setpoints) to address
0008 (Register 40 009) activates the value(s) from the buffer memory.
Attention: Step 2 activates all 3 setpoint buffer values All 3 setpoint values have to be loaded to their buffer
memory (step 1) before they can be applied (Step 2).
Terminal [hex] - Examples:
Performing direct read and write operations (Modbus High-Low) with the instrument address set to “01”. Empty
spaces in the example commands are only for a good pattern recognition; Use the commands without spaces.
Reading weight data : 01, 03, 00,00, 00,02, C4,0B
Reading status data : 01, 03, 00,02, 00,01, 25,CA
Reading tare data : 01, 03, 00,03, 00,02, 34,0B
Activating tare : 01, 10, 00,08, 00,01, 02, 00,02, 26,D9
Reading setpoint 1
1.step (load active setpoint 1 to buffer memory) : 01, 10, 00,08, 00,01, 02, 00,07, E6,DA
- Details of an example: Loading setpoint 1 with value “1500”; STEP1: loading value to buffer memory
01 10 00,0F 00,02 04 00,00,05,DC B1,26
FT
address
Write
function
Register
address
No. of
registers
Data byte
count
Data bytes:
Value 1500 in hex
CRC
checksum
Calculate check sums:
1. Load a 16–bit register with FFFF hex (all 1’s). Call this the CRC register.
2. Exclusive OR the first 8–bit byte of the message with the low–order byte of the 16–bit CRC register, putting
the result in the CRC register.
3. Shift the CRC register one bit to the right (toward the LSB), fill a zero into the MSB. Extract and examine the
LSB.
4. (If the LSB was 0): Repeat Step 3 (another shift). (If the LSB was 1): Exclusive OR the CRC register with the
polynominal value A001 hex (1010 0000 0000 0001).
5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until 8 shifts have been performed. When this is done, a complete 8–bit byte will have
been processed.
6. Repeat Steps 2 through 5 for the next 8–bit byte of the message. Continue doing this until all bytes have
been processed.
7. The final contents of the CRC register is the CRC value.
8. When the CRC is placed into the message, its upper and lower bytes must be swapped as described below.
Attention:
For hardware connection details please refer to the related hardware descriptions within this manual
For more Modbus information please refer to the web site http://www.modbus.org
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Appendix 5: Profibus DP / ProfiNet Data Structure (FT-11 only)
The output from FT-11 on PLC requests is in four words and according to the table below.
3rd Word Error 0 MR In3 In2 In1 Out3 Out2 Out10 Net MT
4th Word Not in use
Here the first and the second word provide the weight information (32-bit signed integer or 32-bit signed floating
point, see chapter 8.4.2 respective 8.5.2; WXX = Weight bit XX; W31 = MSD; W0 = LSD ) and the third word is
the status as indicated below.
Bit no. 3
15
14
13
12 Not Used Always 0
11 MR Single Range: always 0 Multi Range: 1. Range = 0 2. Range = 1
10 Digital Input 3
9 Digital Input 2
8 Digital Input 1
7 Digital Output 3
6 Digital Output 2
5 Digital Output 1
4 Not Used Always 0
3 Net 0: Gross Mode; 1: Net Mode
2 Motion 0: Motion ; 1: No Motion
1 Data Ok 0: Check the error bits; 1: Scale is operating properly
000 No error
001 ADC out
010 ADC over
011 ADC under
100 System error
101 FT-11 not in weighing mode
Input bit status ( Active = 1 )
Output bit status ( Active = 1 )
0: PLC should not use the data; 1: use the data
(if 0, the instrument was updating the PLC interface shared memory while data was
read. The PLC interface should ignore this data and rescan.)
0000 0001
0000 0010
0000 0011
0010 0010
0010 0011
0010 0101
0010 0110 Calibration Jumper is not installed- Check Calibration jumper
0000 0001 Ready for calibration
0000 0011 Zero calibration in process
0000 0100 Span calibration in process
0000 1001 Calibration error (see bit 15...8)
Calibration Timeout –
Restart calibration
ADC Error
– Re-energize the instrument
– If seen again, change board.
Instrument cannot be calibrated
– Check load cell cable
– Re-energize the instrument
Instrument cannot be calibrated
– Load cell signal is too low or too high
Calibration Error
– Calibration test weight is too small, increase calibration weight
– Check load cell connections
Scale unstable
– Wait until scale becomes stable
– Check grounding wiring
Data
Integrity
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Any input to FT-11 is in four words and according to the table below.
A transition from 0 to 1 activates the command. The value of the first and second word is
loaded to the corresponding setpoint.
Always 0
A transition from 0 to 1 activates the command.
0000 Gross Weight
0001 Displayed Weight
0010 Net Weight
0011 Tare Weight
0100 Setpoint 1 (not continuous)
0101 Setpoint 2 (not continuous)
0110 Setpoint 3 (not continuous)
0111 Latest alibi record no. (always 32-bit integer)
1000 Latest alibi gross weight
1001 Latest alibi tare weight
1010 Zero calibration and calibration status (see table above)
1011 Calibrate span and and calibration status (see table above)
First write the calibration weight value in 1
1100 Only calibration status (see table above)
1010 Zero calibration and calibration status (see table above)
1011 Calibrate span and and calibration status (see table above)First
write the calibration weight value in 1st and 2nd Word
1100 Only calibration status (see table above)
st
and 2nd Word
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Appendix 6: CANopen Data Structure (for FT-11 only)
The output from FT-11 on PLC requests is in two double words and according to the table below.
FT-11 Output
Bit no. 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
W31
TxPDO 1
(T_DW1)
TxPDO 2
(T_DW2)
Here T_DW1 provides the weight information (32-bit signed integer or 32-bit signed floating point, see chapter
8.6.2; WXX = Weight bit XX; W31 = MSD; W0 = LSD ) and T_DW2 provides the status as indicated below.
Bit no. TxPDO 2 (T_DW2) Description
31...29 Error
28 Not used Always 0
27 Multi range (MR) Single range: always 0 Multi range: 0 = 1. Range / 1 = 2. Range
26 Digital input 3
25 Digital input 2
24 Digital input 1
23 Digital output 3
22 Digital output 2
21 Digital output 1
20 Not used Always 0
19 Net 0: Gros mode; 1: Net mode
18 Motion 0: No motion; 1: Motion
17 Data Ok 0: Check the error bits; 1: Scale is operating properly
000 No error
001 ADC out
010 ADC over
011 ADC under
100 System error
101 FT-11 not in weighing mode
Status input bit (1 = active)
Status output bit (1 = active)
0: PLC should not use the data; 1: use the data
(if 0, the instrument was updating the PLC interface shared memory while data
was read. The PLC interface should ignore this data and rescan.)
0010 0110 Calibration Jumper is not installed- Check Calibration jumper
0000 0001 Ready for calibration
0000 0011 Zero calibration in process
0000 0100 Span calibration in process
0000 1001 Calibration error (see bit 15...8)
ADC Error – Re-energize the instrument
– If seen again, change board.
Instrument cannot be calibrated – Check load cell cable
– Re-energize the instrument
Instrument cannot be calibrated – Load cell signal is too low or too
high
Calibration Error
– Calibration test weight is too small, increase calibration weight
– Check load cell connections
Scale unstable – Wait until scale becomes stable
– Check grounding wiring
Data
Ok
W0
LSB
Data
Integrity
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Any input to FT-11 is in two double words and according to the table below.
FT-11 Input
D31M
Bit no.
W31
RxPDO 1
(R_DW1)
RxPDO 2
(R_DW2)
MSB
W15 W14W13W12W11W10W9 W8 W7W6 W5 W4 W3 W2W01
Here R_DW1 provides the value received from the PLC and R_DW2 describes the meaning of this value as
indicated below.
Bit Nr. RxPDO2 (R_DW2) Description
31...28 Not used Always 0
27 Setpoint 3
26 Setpoint 2
25 Setpoint 1
24 Not used
23 Zero
22 Tare
21 Print
20 Clear
A transition from 0 to1 activates the command. The value of the first and second
word is loaded to the corresponding setpoint.
Always 0
A transition from 0 to1 activates the command.
0000 Gros weight
0001 Displayed weight
0010 Net weight
0011 Tara weight
0100 Setpoint 1 (not continuous)
0101 Setpoint 2 (not continuous)
0110 Setpoint 3 (not continuous)
0111 Latest alibi record no. (always 32-bit integer)
1000 Latest alibi gross weight
1001 Latest alibi tare weight
1010 Zero calibration + Calibration status (see table above)
1011 Span calibration + Calibration status (see table above);
First write the calibration weight value in R_DW1
1100 Calibration status (see table on page 50)
D0
LSB
W00
LSB
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Appendix 7: Error Table
A
The FT-11 and FT-11D weight indicators have been designed as very reliable and virtually error free
instruments. However if an error occurs do not attempt to repair the equipment before you understand what
caused the error. Note the problems you have with your instrument and the error messages shown on the
display. Then try to solve the problem according to the error table given below.
Error Code Description Actions to take / Possible cause FT-11 FT-11D
Under Weight is too low x x
Over Over Load
Adc Out Input signal outside the input range
E E E Load not within zero range See parameter [202] in chapter 6.4 x x
Err 1
Err 2
Err 3 Indicator cannot get calibrated
Err 10 EEPROM error
Err 20 Calibration error Calibrate the indicator x x
Err 21 Configuration error Configure the indicator x x
Err 22
Err 23 Header Error Reload the header x x
Err 24 Footer Error Reload the footer x x
Err 26 Setpoint error Reload setpoints x x
Err 27 Indicator is not calibrated Calibrate the indicator x x
Err 30 Processor Error Contact FLINTEC x x
Err 34 Indicator cannot get calibrated Load cell signal is negative , very low or too high x x
Err 35 Calibration Error
Err 37 Scale unstable
Err 39 Corner coefficient error
Err 40 Alibi memory error
Err 41 New alibi card installed x x
Err 42 Alibi card serial no. is not identical
Err 43
Err 44 Alibi card info error x x
Err 46 Alibi recording capacity error x x
Err 47 Info error from weighing board
Err 50 DLC board not detected
Err 61 U10 (eeprom) is not installed Contact FLINTEC x x
E XXXX Hardware error Contact FLINTEC x x
Ed1 yy ** Communication time out x
Ed2 yy ** Checksum error
Ed3 yy ** DLC error
Ed4 yy ** DLC is under x
Ed5 yy ** DLC is over
Ed6 yy ** DLC communication error
Ed7 yy **
Ed0 yy ** DLC status error Replace DLC x
* see chapter 6
** yy = number of DLC
ADC error respective
Calibration error
Tare, CN, Total weight and the SP,
PT and ID in use error
Alibi card serial no. is not identical,
no print operation will be performed
DLC address and SN matching
error
Check the load;
Load cell or instrument could be defective
Check the load;
Check the calibration;
Load cell or instrument could be defective
Re-energize indicator;
Contact FLINTEC
djust DLC eccentricity; Parameter [320] x
Check load cell and load;
Repeat the calibration
Configure the instrument;
EEPROM defective
Check SP, PT and ID entries;
Check Tare, CN and Total weight
Calibration test weight is too small;
Check load cell connections
Wait until scale becomes stable;
Check ground connection
Check DLC addressing (chapter 6.2) and
check the mechanical installation of the load cells
Correct parameter [801];
Alibi memory card broken
Appears when new alibi memory card is installed
(*)
Identify the alibi memory card to the indicator (*) x x
Contact FLINTEC
Re-energize indicator;
Replace DLC board
Check DLC (RS-485) hardware;
Check DLC cables;
Check DLCs and serial number;
Contact FLINTEC
Check ambient temperature;
Replace DLC
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Appendix 8: Parameter’s Default Table
Parameter Factory defaults FT-11 FT-11D
0-- Interface
00- Serial Interface 1
0 Data format 2 = Printer x x
1 Baud rate 3 = 9600 x x
2 Handshake 0 = Disable x x
3 Address 0 x x
4 Data length and parity 0 = 8 bit, no parity x x
5 Checksum 1 = Enable x x
01- Serial Interface 2
10 Data format 0 = Disable x x
11 Baud rate 3 = 9600 x x
12 Handshake 0 = No x x
13 Address 0 x x
14 Data length and parity 0 = 8 bit, no parity x x
15 Checksum 1 = Enable x x
02- Serial Interface 3
20 Data format 0 = Disable x x
21 Baud rate 3 = 9600 x x
22 Handshake 0 = Disable x x
23 Address 0 x x
24 Mode 0 = RS232C x x
25 Data length and parity 0 = 8 bit, no parity x x
26 Checksum 1 = Enable x x
03- Ethernet / Profibus / ProfiNet / CANopen
30 Ethernet data format 0 = Disable x
31 Ethernet address 0 x
32 Profibus data format 0 = 32-bit integer x
33 Profibus adress 0 x
34 CANopen data format 0 = 32-bit integer x
35 CANopen Adresse 0 x
36 ProfiNet data format 0 = 32-bit integer x
04- Printer
40 Print out format 2 = Multi line x x
42 CN (Consecutive number) 1 = Will be printed x x
45 Minimum print 20 kg x x
46 Print control 0 = With Print Key x x
47 Line feed 11 = 1 LF + 1 LF x x
48 Form feed 0 = No x x
49 Quantity of copies 1 x x
1-- Configuration
11- Start Up
111 Auto power off 0 = Disable x x
112 Store Tare at power off 0 = Disable x x
113 Auto tare clear 0 = Disable x x
114 Buzzer active? 0 = Disable
115 Key lock 0 = Disable x
12- Filter
120 Filter FT-11: 7 / FT-11D: 0 x x
13- Digital I/0
130 Outputs 0 = Disable x x
131 Input 1 0 = Disable x x
132 Input 2 0 = Disable x x
133 Input 3 0 = Disable x x
14- Entries
142 Label no. entry x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
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Parameter Factory defaults FT-11 FT-11D
2-- Scale Parameters
20- Set up
200 Approved 0 = No x x
201 Increased indication 0 = With x10 key x x
202 Power on zero 2 = ± %10 x x
203 Zero with key 1 = ± %2 x x
204 Auto zero tracking 0 = Disable x x
205 Tare 1 = With Tare Key x x
206 Motion detector 1 = ± 0,5e x x
207 Tilt switch 0 = Disable x
208 Stability time 0.0 s x
21- Scale Build
210 Scale Type 0 = Single Range x x
211 Capacity 1 / d1 x x
212 Capacity (2) / d(2) 6 kg / 1 g x x
22- DLC Configuration Block
220 DLC Type 0 = Flintec RC3D x
221 Quantity of DLC 1 x
222 DLC Address x
3-- Calibration / Adjustment
30- Calibration
300 Gravity x
301 Calibration x x
31- Adjustment
310 Zero adjustment x x
311 Span adjustment x x
312 Span adjustment under load x
313 ecal x x
32- Eccentricity Adjustment
320 Adjustment Method 0 = independend DLC x
321 Auto Adjustment x
322 Manual Adjustment x
323 Temporarily set constants to “1” 0 = normal operation x
4-- Analogue Output
40- Signal Selection
400 Analogue Output Signal Type x
41- Zero Adjustment
410 Coarse Zero Adjustment x
411 Fine Zero Adjustment x
42- Span Adjustment
420 Coarse Span Adjustment x
421 Fine Span Adjustment x
8-- Metrological Data
80- Legal Metrology
800 Calibration cou nter x x
801 Alibi memor y x x
802 Calling a record x x
803 Print Alibi memory x x
804 Alibi memory information x x
9-- Diagnostics
90- Tests
900 Key Pad test x x
901 Serial interface 1 test x x
902 Digital input test x x
904 mV indication x
905 DLC internal count x
91- Serial numbers
910 FT-1x serial no. x x
911 Option 1 serial no. (if installed) x x
912 Option 2 serial no. (if installed) x x
913 Option 3 serial no. (if installed) x x
97- Calibration coefficients
97X Calibration coefficients x x
99- Print Parameters
990 All parameters x x
991 Load default parameters x x
x x
x x
x x
x
x x
x x
x x
x
x
x
x
x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
x x
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Appendix 9: Calibration Table
The n = maximum capacity / e values are given in the table below.
Use this table for selecting your Max and e values.
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