KERN & Sohn GmbH
Ziegelei 1
D-72336 Balingen
E-Mail: info@kern-sohn.com
Phone: +49-[0]7433- 9933-0
Fax: +49-[0]7433-9933-149
Internet: www.kern-sohn.com
Additional description interfaces
KERN KIB-TM
Version 1.2
2018-04
GB
KIB-TM-ZB-e-1812
2 KIB-TM-ZB-e-1812
GB
KERN KIB-TM
Version 1.2 2018-04
Additional description interfaces
Contents
1 RS 232 (standard) ................................................................................................ 3
1.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Printer operation / sample logs (KERN YKB-01N) ............................................................................ 4
1.3 Output log (continuous output) .......................................................................................................... 6
1.4 KERN Communications Protocol (KERN Interface Protocol) ........................................................... 7
2 USB interface (KIB-A03) (optional) ..................................................................... 8
3 Ethernet (optional) ............................................................................................. 12
4 WLAN (Optional) ................................................................................................ 14
5 Bluetooth (Option) ............................................................................................. 16
6 Alibi memory (optional) ..................................................................................... 16
1.1 Export of ALIBI memory data to computer ...................................................................................... 17
7 I/O interface (optional) ....................................................................................... 18
8 RS 485 interface (optional) ................................................................................ 19
9 Menu ................................................................................................................... 20
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1 RS 232 (standard)
You can print weighing data automatically via the RS 232C interface or manually by
pressing via the interface according to the setting in the menu.
This data exchange is asynchronous using ASCII - Code.
The following conditions must be met to provide successful communication between the
weighing system and the printer.
• Use a suitable cable to connect the display unit to the interface of the printer.
Faultless operation requires an adequate KERN interface cable.
• Communication parameters (baud rate, bits and parity) of display unit and printer
must match. For a detailed description of interface parameters, please refer to
chapter 8, Menu block “P2 COM“
1.1 Technical data
Connection 4 pin d-subminiature bushing
Pin1
RX
Input
Pin2
TX
Output
Pin3
GND
Signal ground
Pin4
N/C
Not connected
Baud rate Optional 600/1200/2400/4800/9600
Parity 8 bits, no parity / 7 bits, even parity / 7 bits, odd parity
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1.2 Printer opera ti on / s am ple logs (KERN YKB-01N)
• Weighing
1. Continuous data output
(menu setting P2 Com Mode Com S0 on)
Menu setting P2 Com LAb 0 / Prt 0:
****************************
ST, GS 53.2 kg
****************************
****************************
US, GS 53.2 kg
****************************
2. Data output after pressing of
(menu settings: P2 Com Mode Pr1,
Changes to the menu settings Lab and Prt do not affect the layout of the
sample log)
Menu setting P2 Com LAb 0 / Prt 0~3 or LAb 3 / Prt 4~7:
****************************
ST, GS 53.2 kg
****************************
****************************
ST, NT : 52.6 kg
****************************
• Counting
****************************
PCS 100
****************************
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• Totalization
3. Data output after pressi ng of
(menu setting P2 Com Mode Pr2)
P2 Com LAb 3 / Prt 4~7: P2 Com LAb 0/Prt 0:
Symbols:
ST
Stable value
US
Instable value
GS / GW
Gross weight
NT
Net weight
TW
Tare weight
NO
Number weighing processes
TOTAL
Total of all individual weighings
<lf>
Space line
<lf>
Space line
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1.3 Output log (continuous output)
• Weighing
HEADER1: ST=STABLE， US=UNSTABLE
HEADER2: NT=NET， GS=GROSS
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1.4 KERN Communications Protocol (KERN Interfa c e Protocol)
KCP (KERN communication protocol) contains the commands that are used to
control the KERN balances via the interface.
• Finish commands with CR/LF character.
• Consult the KCP manual for more in for m ati o n , av ai labl e on
our KERN website (www.kern-sohn.com).
The following commands are supported:
@ Cancel
I0 List all implemented KCP commands
I1 Query KCP level and KCP versions
I2 Query device information (type, capacity)
I3 Query device software version
I4 Query serial number
I4˽A˽“xxxxxxxx“ Set serial number (default value is K123456)
I5 Query SW-Identification number
S Send stable weight value
SI Send weight value immediately
SIR
Send weight value immediately and repeat
Z Zero
ZI Zer o immediat ely
D Display: Write text to display
D˽“˽“ Clear Display (after D-Command)
K Keys: Set configuration
SR Send weight value on weight change (send and repeat)
T Tare
MM Query/preset tare weight value
TAC Clear tare value
TI Tare immediately
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2 USB interface (KIB-A03) (optio nal )
Set the following menu items (see chap. 8)
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "intF" "USB"
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "ModE" "CoUnt"
Several programs are available for data transmission on the balance to a PC. The
description below refers to "Kern Balance Connection".
• A 10-day free trial of the KERN Balance Connection test version is available
for download under www.kern-sohn.com/Downloads/Software.
How to install a USB driver
(In menu "Downloads/Operating Instructions, Single Projects, Conformity
Declarations, Driver" on the KERN Homepage (www.kern-sohn.com)
Select driver CH341
Connect USB interface KIB-A03 of balance with PC
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Go to device manager of PC and search for "USB Serial CH340 (COM6).
(This COM Port will later be entered in Balance Connection.)
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Open expert mode:
Click on OK
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Add interface:
- Click on "Add"
- Click on "RS-232 Port (manual)"
- Tab "RS-232 properties"
In Balance Connection select the
selected COM Port of the PC and set
the interface parameters (baud, data
bit, stop bit etc.).
Click Apply, close window.
Right-click to enable COM 6 or click
on "Enable Port"
Ensure that balance is switched on.
Right-click on COM 6Open
Console and data will be
transferred
• Now you can set all the other output methods in Balance Connection.
• If data transmission is not happening, check the settings described above and re-
enter as required.
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3 Ethernet (optional)
The Ethernet allows you to transmit data via cable to devices (such as computers,
printers etc.) that are interconnected in a local network. No direct connection between
KIB-TM and PC is necessary.
Set the following menu items in KIB-TM (See chap. 8)
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "intF" "EnEt" (Enable output Ethernet)
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "ModE" " Count" (Output mode cont. data
output)
Menu item "P9Prt" "oPt" "iP1-4" Set IP address KIB-TM as follows:
Enter IP address not yet allocated in network:
Example: 10.0.1.104
It is always necessary to enter three numbers following scheme below:
10. 0. 1 104 IP-address
010 000 001 104 Entry sequence in KIB-TM
IP1 IP2 IP3 IP4
The same principle is used to configure the following settings:
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "MASK_1-4" (Subnet mask)
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "GATE_1-4" (Gateway)
Now enter the IP address for the PC on the display unit
(If unknown proceed as follows:
Press Windows key and "R" simultaneously
Enter "cmd" and press Enter to confirm
The entry prompt will appear
Enter "ipconfig" and press Enter to confirm
The PC‘s IP address will appear on the screen)
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As the IP address is saved to the KIB-TM we recommend using a static IP
address of the computer.
Now enter the IP address for the PC on the display unit:
Menu item "P9Prt" "oPt""riP_1-4" (IP address PC)
Connect KIB-TM to network (router/switch).
Start Balance Connection
Start Expert mode (See chap. 2)
Adding an interface:
- Click on "Add" (green +)
- Click on "TCP/IP Server"
- Tab "IP Port Properties"
Set "TCP – Server listening/waiting"
Setting the port:
The settings must match the settings
of the KIB-TM:
„P9Prt“ „opt“ „rPort“
The port is user definable. It must not
be blocked by the router.
Click Apply, close window.
Enabling the port:
Right-click Open console
Data will be transferred
(The console is merely used to check
data transmission). All other output
methods can only be set in Balance
Connection.)
• If data transmission is not happening, check the settings described above and reenter as required.
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4 WLAN (Optional)
Set the following menu items in KIB-TM (See chap. 8)
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "intF" "WiFi" (Enable output mode WLAN)
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "ModE" " Count" (Output mode cont. data
output)
Menu item "P9Prt" "oPt" "iP1-4" Set IP address KIB-TM as follows:
Enter IP address not yet allocated in network:
Example: 10.0.1.104
It is always necessary to enter three numbers following scheme below:
10.
0. 1 104
IP-address
010 000 001 104 Entry sequence in KIB-TM
IP1 IP2 IP3 IP4
The same principle is used to configure the following settings:
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "MASK_1-4" (Subnet mask)
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "GATE_1-4" (Gateway)
Now enter the IP address for the PC on the display unit
(If unknown proceed as follows:
Press Windows key and "R" simultaneously
Enter "cmd" and press Enter to confirm
The entry prompt will appear
Enter "ipconfig" and press Enter to confirm
The PC‘s IP address will appear on the screen)
As the IP address is saved to the KIB-TM we recommend using a static IP
address of the computer.
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Now enter the IP address for the PC on the display unit:
Menu item "P9Prt" "oPt""riP_1-4" (IP address PC: 192.168.1.104)
Connect KIB-TM to network (router/switch).
Start Balance Connection
Start Expert mode (See chap. 2)
How to add interface:
- Click on "Add" (green +)
- Click on "TCP/IP Server"
- Tab "IP Port Properties"
Set "TCP – Server listening/waiting"
How to set port:
The settings must match the settings
of the KIB-TM:
"P9Prt" "opt" "rPort"
The port must be set to "8080" or
"6000".
It must not be blocked by the router.
Click Apply, close window.
Enable port:
Right-click Open console
Data will be transferred
(The console is merely used to check
data transmission). All other output
methods can only be set in Balance
Connection.)
• If data transmission is not happening, check the settings described above and reenter as required.
• Restart of KIB-TM is required after making changes to WLAN
settings.
• After the restart it may take up to 20 sec until the WLAN module is
displayed.
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5 Bluetooth (Option)
Wireless data transmission over a short distance between devices is possible with the
help of Bluetooth.
Establish connection between KIB-TM and computer/mobile phone. To that end enter
the following:
• Password: 0000 (alternatively 1234)
• Name: HC-06
The menu items shown below must be set in KIB-TM
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "intF" "Bt"
Menu item "P9 Prt" "oPt" "ModE" "Count"
Among other things Balance Connection can be used to process data.
The Bluetooth interface is not IOS-capable!
KIB-A04 supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) (incompatible with
old Bluetooth versions).
6 Alibi memory (optional)
For balances with obligatory verification, which are evaluated and processed by a
connected PC, the verification law prescribes in the interest of consumer protection
electronic storage for all weighings liable to verification in the form of a verifiable data
storage device that cannot be manipulated. Alibi memories by KERN meet this
requirement.
This is used for paperless storag e o f wei g hi ng resul ts.
All data transmitted to the PC will be saved including date, time and all the important
weighing values. These saved data records are available for viewing on the weighing
balance at any time.
Data that can be transmitted include:
• Number of measurement
• Date of measurement
• Time of measurement
• Gross weight
• Tare value
• Net weight
• Weighing unit
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1.1 Export of ALIBI memor y data to comput e r
Selected data are automatically saved after pressing . The user is able to browse
and print the records. As soon as the memory space is full, the first record in the list will
be overwritten.
To export ALIBI memory data to a USB stick, take the steps below:
In the weighing mode, press and hold the button until Pn appears.
Enter the password and make appropriate menu settings as described in
section 1.1.
Export of saved data:
Select the menu item “P8 ind“ “Alibi” “ALibi” “EXPT”.
Place the USB stick in the USB type A port.
If the USB is properly connected, an arrow is shown in the top left corner of the
display:
Save the data as described above.
Connect the USB to a USB port in the computer.
Open an Excel spreadsheet to analyze saved data or, after connecting an
optional printer, print them.
When the below messages are displayed, confirm them by pressing “Yes”.
Sample data exported to Micr os o ft Ex c el:
Record
number
Date
of weighing
Time of
weighing
Gross
weight
Tare value
Net weight
Weighing
unit
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7 I/O interface (optional)
(available for example in the KIB-A06 indicator light)
The I/O module has 2 inputs and 8 outputs.
It is possible to connect an indicator light to display the upper and lower limit values.
To connect the indicator light, make the following menu settings:
Menu item to activate the I/O module:
Select the menu item “P0 CHK“ “rELAy“ “on“ and confirm by pressing .
Setting the upper limit value:
Select the menu item “P0 CHK“ “nEt H“ and confirm by pressing .
Use the navigation buttons to enter the upper limit value and confirm by pressing
.
Setting the lower limit value:
Select the menu item “P0 CHK“ “nEt L“ and confirm by pressing .
Use the navigation buttons to enter the lower limit value and confirm by pressing
.
Manual input and output switching (test mode):
Select the menu item “P9 Prt“ “io“ “o_tSt“ (output test mode).
Select the menu item “P9 Prt“ “io“ “i_tSt“ (input test mode).
• The number on the left of the display designates the output number (connected
to OUT1-OUT8 or IN1-IN2).
• The number on the right of the display designates the current output status:
- “0“ means deactivated
- “1“ means activated (test voltage: 12V)
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To switch between different outputs and inputs, use the navigation buttons (←)
and (→).
Press the (↑) button to activate or deactivate an output/input (constant voltage:12
V).
Terminal assignment in KERN CFS-A03 or KERN KIB-A06 indicator lights:
EGND
EVDD
COM
OUT 8
OUT 7
OUT 6
OUT 5
OUT 4
OUT 3
OUT 2
OUT 1
GND
IN 2
IN 1
Connections
Indicator light KIB-TM - IN-OUT
Function Colour J1
power (-) black COM
power (+) red EVDD
LOW yellow OUT 1
OK green OUT 2
HIGH
red
OUT 3
COM black GND
* Voltage is supplied to the indicator light via a single cable.
8 RS 485 interface (optional)
The RS-485 interface is used exclusively with the KERN KIB-A07 large-format display.
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9 Menu
Navigation in the menu:
Call up menu
Switch-on balance and during the selftest press .
Press , , , subsequently, the first menu
block „PO CHK“ will be displayed.
From the weighing mode:
Press and hold until Pn appears.
Enter the password (see above).
Select menu block
With help of , the individual menu items can be
selected one after the other.
Select setting
Confirm selected menu item by pressing .
The current setting will be displayed.
Change settings The arrow keys can be used to change the available
settings.
Acknowledge setting /
exit the menu
Either save by pressing or cancel by pressing
.
Return to weighing
mode
Press repeatedly to exit menu.
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Menu overview
Menu block
Main menu
Menu item
Submenu
Available settings / explanation
PO CHK
Weighing with
tolerance range
nEt H Upper limit value "Tolerance Control Weighing",
Entry
nEt L
Lower limit value "Tolerance Control Weighing",
Entry
PCS H
Upper limit
value "Tolerance Control Counting",
Entry
PCS L
Lower limit
value "Tolerance Control Counting",
Entry
BEEP no
Acoustic signal for weighing with tolerance range
switched off
ok
Audio sound when weighed load is within
tolerance limits
nG
Audio sound when weighed load is beyond
tolerance limits
rELAY on
Relay pilot light
oFF
P1 rEF1
Zero point
settings
A2n0 Automatic zero point correction (Autozero) by changing the
display, digits selectable (0, 0.5d, 1d, 2d, 4d)
0AUto Zero setting range
Load range where the display after switching-on the
balance is set to zero. Selectable 0, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30, 50,
100 %
0rAGE Zero setting range
Load range where the display is set to zero by pressing
. Selectable 0, 2, 4, 10 , 20* , 50, 100%.
0tArE Automatic taring „on / off“, taring range adjustable in menu
item „0Auto“.
P2 COM
Interface
parameter
MODE
CONT S0 off Continuous data output,
selectable „sending 0“, yes / no
S0 on
ST1 One output for stable weighing value
STC Continuous data output of stable weighing
values
PR1
• Output after pressing
• Precondition for alibi memory
PR2 Manual totalizing
Press and the weighing value will be added
to the summation memory and issued.
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AUTO*
Automatic adding-up
This function is used to issue and add individual
weighing values automatically to the summation
memory on unloading of weighing scale.
ASK
Remote control instructions
wirel
Not documented
BAUD
Available Baudrate: 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600*
Pr
7E1
7 bits, even parity
7o1
7 bits, odd parity
8n1*
8 bits, no parity
PTYPE
tPUP*
Standard printer setting
LP50
Not documented
LAb
LAb x
For data output format,
see table below. 1
Prt
Prt x
LAnG
eng*
Standard settings English
chn
Not documented
P3 CAL
Configuration
data
COUNT
Display internal resolution
DECI
Position of the decimal dot
DUAL
Setting balance type, capacity (Max) and readability (d)
off
Single-range balance
R1 inc
Readability
R1 cap
Capacity
on
Dual range balance
R1 inc
Readability 1st weighing range
R1 cap
Capacity 1st weighing range
R2 inc
Readability 2nd weighing range
R2 cap
Capacity 2nd weighing range
CAL
noLin
Adjustment
Liner
Linearisation
GrA
Gravitational constant at place of installation
GrB
Gravitational constant at place of manufacture
P4 OTH
LOCK
on
Keyboard lock enabled
off*
Keyboard lock disabled
ANM1
on
Animal weighing enabled
off*
Animal weighing disabled
SCr
on
watch as screensaver enabled
off*
watch as screensaver diabled
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P5 Unt1
Change weighing
unit,
kg
on* off g on
off*
lb
on
off*
oz
on
off*
tJ
on
off
HJ
on
off
P6 xcl1
Not documented
P7 rst1
Factory setting
Use to reset balance settings to factory default.
P8 ind
dAtE
Setting date: Format: TTMMJJ
tIME
Setting time: Format: HHMMSS
ALibi
Alibi memory
dAtA
Number of saved records
rdAtA
Read the record value
ErASE
Delete all data
ExPT
Export data (USB stick)
PrEt
Enter pre-tare value
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P9 Prt
485
ModE
2disP,
Count
Export mode (2nd display)
bAUd
600,
1200,
2400,
4800,
9600
Baud rate
Pr
7o1
7 Bit, odd Parity, 1 Stop bit
7E1
7 Bit, equal Parity, 1 Stop bit
8n1
8 Bit, no Parity, 1 Stop bit
io
i_tSt
Test input
o_tSt
Test output
oPt
intF
USB,
UdiSK, Bt,
WiFi, EnEt
Select connections
ModE
(output)
no, CoUnt (USB, Bt, Wi-Fi, EnEt)
no, Expt (UdiSK)
iP_1
IP addresses KIB-TM
iP_2
iP_3
iP_4
MASK_1
Subnet mask
MASK_2
MASK_3
MASK_4
GAtE_1
KIB-TM Gateway
GAtE_2
GAtE_3
GAtE_4
oPt
riP_1
remote (IP-Adresse PC)
riP_2
riP_3
riP_4
rPort
Remote port (Port for
communication between PC and
KIB-TM
SSid_1
SSID
SSid_2
PSW_1
WLAN P assword
PSW_2
Factory settings are marked with an asterisk (*).
1
Function blocked when the adjus tment switch is in the pos ition “ balance is
calibratable”
(a djus tment s witc h in the “ L OC K ” pos itio n).
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