MSI9850
RF Remote Weight Indicator
Operator’s Manual
MSI-9850
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
SECTION 1 – INTRODUCTION & ORIENTATION ................................4
Introduction .........................................................................4
MSI-9850 Front Panel .........................................................4
Key Descriptions .................................................................4
9850 Display Symbols ........................................................6
General Information ............................................................7
Manual & 9850 Conventions ..............................................7
Features ...............................................................................8
9850 Block Diagram ...........................................................8
The CellScale Family ........................................................9
Unit Setup .........................................................................10
Battery ...............................................................................10
9850 Connectors & Wiring ...............................................11
Main Power Input ..............................................................12
Aux Power and Switches ..................................................13
Serial Ports ........................................................................14
Set Points Output ..............................................................15
Antennas ............................................................................19
Standard Antenna ..............................................................20
Long Range OMNI 9dBi Antenna w/ Pipe Mount ...........20
YAGI Antenna ...................................................................21
Corner Reflector Antennas ................................................21
Vehicle Mount Whip Antenna ...........................................21
Standard antenna bulkhead extensions .............................22
Other Antennas ..................................................................22
2.4 GHZ Interference ........................................................22
FCC’s MPE Requirements ................................................22
SECTION 2 – RF SCALE COMMUNICATIONS ..................................23
FCC Statement ..................................................................23
Network Description .........................................................23
RF Network Setup .............................................................24
Advanced Modem Settings ...............................................25
Configuring for multiple networks ....................................26
Troubleshooting RF Connection Problems .......................27
RF Site Testing ..................................................................28
CellScale Network Auto Scan ...........................................28
SECTION 3 – SCALE OPERATION .................................................29
Power ...............................................................................29
Multiple Scale Channels ...................................................29
Selecting The Active Channel ...........................................29
Multi-Channel Systems .....................................................30
To Select The Display Channel .........................................30
Zero ...................................................................................31
Tare ....................................................................................32
Setup Tare Menu ...............................................................33
Net / Gross ........................................................................34
Units ..................................................................................34
Peak Hold (Function Key Option) ....................................34
Send / Print ........................................................................34
Display Test .......................................................................35
SECTION 4 – FUNCTION KEYS ....................................................36
Setup Function Keys .........................................................36
Default Function Keys ......................................................37
Default ENTER-Function Keys ........................................37
Default External (p2) Switches .........................................37
Default RF Remote Keys ..................................................37
Default RF Remote Keys ..................................................37
Available F-Key & Switch Functions ...............................38
Custom Function Key Labels ............................................41
SECTION 5 – RF REMOTE CONTROL OPTION ...............................42
Description ........................................................................42
Functions ...........................................................................42
Setting the Transmitter Address ........................................42
Contention Considerations ................................................43
Battery Replacement .........................................................43
RF Remote Control FCC Statement ..................................43
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SECTION 6 – ID CODES ..............................................................44
ID Code Organization .......................................................44
Setup ID Codes Menu .......................................................45
Using ID Codes .................................................................46
ID Code String 1 & String 2 .............................................47
SECTION 7 – TOTAL / STATISTICS ................................................48
Total ...................................................................................48
Auto Total ..........................................................................48
Setup Total Menu ..............................................................49
View Total .........................................................................50
Statistics ...........................................................................51
SECTION 8 – 9850 SETUP ..........................................................53
System Setup Menu ..........................................................53
Password Locks .................................................................54
Keyboard Lock ..................................................................55
LC Display Backlight & Contrast .....................................55
Standard & Custom Display Setup ...................................56
Scale Display Setup Menu – Preset Displays ...................59
Using Display Setup ..........................................................60
Custom Display Setup .......................................................61
Custom Screen Setup Procedure .......................................64
Custom Single Channel Display Setup Menu ...................65
Custom Multi-Channel Display Setup Menu ....................66
SECTION 9 – SET POINTS ...........................................................67
Introduction .......................................................................67
Set Point Setup Menu ........................................................68
Program Set Point Menu ...................................................69
9850 Response Menu ........................................................70
Set Point Formula Menu ...................................................71
SECTION 10 – COMMUNICATION PORTS .......................................72
Introduction .......................................................................72
Electrical Conformance .....................................................72
Mating Cable .....................................................................72
Data Configuration ............................................................72
Trigger Print ......................................................................72
Comm Port SeLECT Menu ...............................................73
Comm Port Setup Menu ....................................................73
General Text Entry ............................................................75
General Text Entry Menu ..................................................76
Printer / Output Formatting ...............................................77
Example Printer Formatting ..............................................77
Programming the End of Line or Start of Line Strings .....78
Editing the Print String .....................................................78
General Text / Control Character Entry ...........................82
Serial Output “@” Commands ..........................................83
SECTION 11 – DATA LOGGING ....................................................84
Introduction .......................................................................84
Data Logging Setup ..........................................................84
Data Logging Control Menu .............................................84
SECTION 12 – TEXT MESSAGING ................................................86
Host Message Design ........................................................86
9850 to Host Messages .....................................................87
SECTION 13 – BAR CODE ..........................................................88
Bar Code Setup Menu .......................................................88
SECTION 14 – CHANNEL SETUP & CALIBRATION .........................90
Channel Setup Menu .........................................................90
Calibrate General Information ..........................................91
Enable Calibration .............................................................91
To Calibrate ......................................................................91
To Enable / Disable AZM (Auto Zero Maintenance) ........93
Motion Band .....................................................................93
Center-of-Zero (COZ) Indicator .......................................94
Reset All ............................................................................94
Installing Firmware Updates .............................................95
9850 Setup Duplicating .....................................................97
APPENDIX A – MENU MAPS ......................................................98
Setup Select Menu ............................................................98
Total Settings .....................................................................98
Password Locks .................................................................98
Function Keys ...................................................................99
Serial & Strings ...............................................................100
Product ID Codes ............................................................101
Bar Code Setup ...............................................................101
Tare Settings ....................................................................102
RF Modem Settings ........................................................102
Scale Display Setup ........................................................103
Scale Single Channel Custom Display Setup .................104
Scale Multi-Channel Custom Display Setup ..................105
Channel / Calibrate Settings ...........................................106
System Settings ...............................................................107
Display Test .....................................................................107
Monitor Batteries ............................................................107
Calibration .......................................................................108
Reset All or Reset RF Modem ........................................108
General Text Entry ..........................................................109
Set Points .........................................................................110
APPENDIX B – ASCII CHART ..................................................111
APPENDIX C – SPECIFICATIONS & SUMMARY OF FEATURES ........112
THE MSI LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................113
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SECTION1–INTRODUCTION&ORIENTATION
INTRODUCTION
The Measurement Systems International MSI-9850 RF Remote Indicator is an accessory component of MSI's
CellScale® System. Combined with 1 or more CellScales, the 9850 provides complete control over all scale and
data functions. The 9850 serves as a remote terminal for any CellScale and has no internal measurement capability. One 9850 can read the output of many CellScales, and 1 CellScale can also provide data to many 9850's. The
backlit, alphanumeric graphic display provides precise, unambiguous indication of operating modes such as Net,
Gross, or Total. The 9850 can calibrate a CellScale remotely and provides a user interface to the advanced features
of the CellScale. The CellScale system is digitally calibrated from either the 3750CS Indicator, the MSI-9850
Advanced Indicator, a 9850 Indicator, or with a terminal program hooked directly to the CellScale model 9000.
The 9850 combined with a CellScale is designed to meet or exceed the requirements of all regulatory agencies.
MSI-9850FRONTPANEL
6 Digit 1.2” High Bright-
ness LED Display
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Six User Programmable
Illuminated Function
Keys
8 Line x 21 Character
Information Display
4 User Progammable
Function Keys
KEYDESCRIPTIONS
The POWERkey turns the 9850 On and Off. The POWERkey must be held for 1 second to ensure startup.
Cursor Keys
Data Entry Alpha-
numeric Keypad
Scale Control Keys
The
ZEROkey is used to zero out residual weight on the scale.
The TARE key is used to zero out the weight of containers, trucks, or carriers and to place the scale in the Net weight
mode.
The NET/GROSS key allows the operator to alternate the weight display from Net (Tared) weight to Gross weight. In
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DISPLAY
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The SETUPkey allows entry into the setup submenus. Use this to find menus for setting the Date and Time, setting up
the function keys, controlling the display mode and backlight, password locks, calibration, etc.. The key is also used for
ESCape. Use ESC to return to the previous menu, or display mode.
The
ENTER key finalizes the entry of numeric or alphanumeric text entries. It also provides an alternate way to maneu-
ver through menus combined with the cursor keys. Pressing ENTER before certain keys takes you directly into various
modes. Pressing ENTER before a Function key enacts the alternate Function key mode.
The CLEARkey is used for deleting entries and editing. In data entry screens, pressing CLEAR deletes the character
in front of the blinking cursor.
ALPHAkey is used during text entries to select upper case, lower case or numbers. Also used for negative number
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entry in numeric entry screens.
The Decimal Point key is used in numeric entries. The EXIT function is used to exit out of setup screens. EXIT will cause
the 9850 to exit out of all levels of menus and return the LCD to the last weight display. This differs from the ESC key
which just backs you up one menu level.
F1 defaults to NEXTID. Pressing F1will change you to the next defined ID. Any data field or 9850 function can be
assigned to this key. The blue light will illuminate when the button is pressed to indicate the 9850 is waiting for Data
(when the key is assigned a Data field type).
The numeric keypad provides all numerals
and letters for data entry. Submenus provide punctuation and control characters.
F2, F3, and F4 are for user defined Data entry. Any data field or 9850 function can be assigned to
these keys. When these keys are programmed for Data entry, the blue light will illuminate when
the button is pressed indicating the 9850 is waiting for data. These default to Get Barcode 1-3.
F5 defaults to
RFADDRESS. The RFADDRESSkey is used to log on to other CellScale Networks. Pressing the
ADDRESSkey alone will change the active network to the next defined Network. Preceding the RFADDRESSkey
with a Network number (0-63) will cause the 9850 to log directly on the entered Network, if it exists and is active. If
changing the network is not necessary, any data field or 9850 function can be assigned to this key.
F6 defaults to
SEND/PRINTALL. The action of this key is dictated by the Function key menu, but is usually used to send
data to the CellScale or one of its hosts. If the Send/Print function is not necessary, any data field or 9850 function can be
assigned to this key. The blue light will illuminate until the Send/Print function is completed and acknowledged.
F7 defaults to NEXTCHANNEL. When the CellScale has more than 1 channel defined in its Scan List, the F7key
will select the next active channel in the list. Precede the NEXTCHANNELkey with a numeric entry (1-32) to switch
directly to a channel scan list position. Press SETUP-CHANNEL for a shortcut to the “Channel Setup Menu”. If chang-
ing the channel is not necessary (as in single channel scale systems), any data field or 9850 function can be assigned to
this key.
F8 defaults to
TOTAL. Pressing this key will cause the current weighment to be added to the total register (Manual Total
mode). In Auto-Total modes, the TOTALkey turns Auto-total off and on. If the Total function is not necessary, any data
field or 9850 function can be assigned to this key.
F9 defaults to VIEWTOTAL. When pressed the information display will show the Totals screen with links to the statistics
and grand total screens. Press VIEW TOTAL again to return to the previous screen. LFT 9850’s default F9 to the UNITS
function. Pressing this key will change the operational units (if enabled) of the current focus channel. If the View Total
function is not necessary, any data field or 9850 function can be assigned to this key.
F10 defaults to
DISPLAY. The DISPLAYkey is used to alternate between single channel displays and multiple chan-
nel displays. While in the multiple channel display, highlight the desired channel using the UP/DOWN Cursor keys,
then press DISPLAY to bring up the single channel display. This selected channel is the “Active” or “Focus” channel to
which all subsequent actions will be applied. Provides the overwrite cursor (the cursor defaults to insert mode) function
in text and data entry screens.
The Cursor keys are used to select the active channel while in multiple display modes. The active channel is displayed
on the LED display. While in setup menus, the cursor keys are used to navigate menu choices and to control the text
editing cursor.
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9850DISPLAYSYMBOLS
The 9850 uses a full dot matrix graphics display which allows 3 sizes of fonts and full use of graphic symbols.
On standard single channel and multi-channel displays, certain symbols are used for scale specific indications.
The motion symbol indicates that the weight has not settled within the motion window (usually ±1d). While this
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symbol is illuminated, the scale will not zero, tare, or totalize.
Center-of-Zero – Indicates the weight is within 1/4d of zero. In the small font it appears as “>0<”.
The Sigma symbol is used to indicate a total weight
GRS – Abbreviation for Gross Weight
Low Battery Symbol – Appears when approximately 10% of battery life remains. The 9850 places the indicator
in various locations depending on the display mode
ton– Indicates US short tons equal to 2000 lb.
tne – Indicates metric tons equal to 1000 kg.
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daN
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Center of Zero Indicator
Weight Display
Scale in Motion Indicator
Low Battery Indicator
daN – Indicates the force measurement unit dekaNewtons.
Dashes indicate data not yet received from the CellScale, or the RF network is disconnected.
TypicalLCDweightdisplaysshowingtheuseofcommonsymbols
Units Indicator
Weight Mode
(Gross, Net, Tare)
Units Indicator
Weight Mode
(Gross, Net, Tare)
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GENERALINFORMATION
The 9850 is a versatile indicator capable of displaying many data items. As a member of the CellScale family the
9850 does not stand alone. It is a slave device to a MSI-9000 CellScale. All data displayed on the 9850 is received
via RF from a master CellScale. Many menus in the 9850 depend on information from the CellScale. Therefore,
turn the CellScale on before using the 9850.
Due to the high data rates in the CellScale system menus usually respond instantly. However there are times
when the CellScale is busy and it will not “service” the 9850 instantly in all circumstances. At these times you
may see the word “Pending” or dashes, or data placeholders which will indicate the CellScale has not yet sent
the required information. Weight displays have priority and are sent before all text strings are updated (such as
channel name, ID name, etc.).
The majority of CellScale installations have only a single scale input. In this case the Multiple Display modes
are not needed. However, even with only a single scale input, Math Channels are available which can be applied
for specialized applications.
MANUAL&9850CONVENTIONS
1) Keys used in operations are printed in
BLUEand capitalized. Numeric keys are bracketed (e.g. [5]).
2) Setup procedures are usually shown with the shortcut method of reaching the menu. All menus can also be
reached through the “Setup Select Menu”. Use the[7] key to see all available menu choices.
3) Screen shots are shown for example. Many screens provide additional information to orient the user to the
scale channel, or ID, or selections made. For example, the Function Key Setup menu will show you the current
selection for each key. When you change the function, the previous menu changes to reflect your choice.
4) If a function key does not work, it is probably because the CellScale is not setup to support the key. For
example, if only one channel is defined in the CellScale, pressing the CHANNELkey will have no effect.
This also applies to the RFADDRESSkey. If only one Network has been defined, the RFADDRESSkey
has no other Network to log onto.
5) Menu Titles are shown at the top of the LCD screen and are fully capitalized.
6) When space permits, selected parameters are shown at the right side fully capitalized.
7) Submenus with multiple choices use a highlighted arrow “4” to indicate current choice(s). Multiple choice
menus require the ENTER key to save changes.
8) When in menus, the ESCkey drops back one menu level.
9) When in Setup Menus, the EXITkey returns you directly to the Weight Display (Exit mode).
10) Cursor Keys function in menus and in multi-channel display modes. Use the DOWN (v) cursor key to enable
the cursors then use the UP (^) or DOWN (v) cursor to select line items or change the focus channel in the
multi-channel weight display mode. Channel selection using the cursor keys also picks the channel that is
copied to the large LED Weight display. When in setup menus, use ENTER, LEFT (<), or RIGHT (>) cursor
keys to rotate through menu choices or select the associated submenu.
11) If a submenu is associated with a menu choice, either highlight the menu choice with the cursor keys and
press ENTER, or press the numbered key corresponding to the desired menu item.
12) If a menu applies to any channel, pressing the CHANNELkey will select the next channel in the CellScale’s
scan list.
13) If a menu applies to any ID, pressing the IDkey will select the next ID in the CellScale’s ID list.
14) To input, for example, an ‘E’, first use the ALPHAkey to change to alpha mode, then press [2]twice. If you
need two ‘E’s, pause briefly until the display cursor has moved to the next position, then press [2] twice.
15) In single display modes, pressing the ENTERkey highlights the whole LC Display to indicate the next press
of a Function key will use the alternate mode (Enter-Function Key).
16) From any weight mode, press the ENTER key twice to display the current Function Key, Enter- Function
Key, External Switch, and RF Remote Control Switch assignments. Press ENTER to see each screen. Press
ESC to return to the previous display or wait 20 seconds for the display to return to the previous weight
display.
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FEATURES
• Designed to meet or exceed all US and international standards.
• Multiple Customized Display Modes, single channel or multiple channel modes
• Reliable 2.4 GHz Frequency Hopping RF communications. Highly immune to interference and multi-path
problems. Range in excess of 500 feet indoors (LOS).
• Each 9850 can act as a terminal for any CellScale. A 9850 can monitor multiple scale channels on a single
CellScale, or multiple scales tied to multiple CellScales.
• Store up to 32 per connected CellScale ID Codes with separate Alphanumeric Names, Tare, Mode, and Totals.
ID Codes are addressed by any customer given name or number. Two user entered ID data strings are available
for each ID code. Support for up to four Bar Code entry strings.
• Easy to read annunciation of ID Names and Menu Prompts are provided on the fully customer defined display
screen.
• Full RS-232 output formatting offers exceptionally versatile data output. Weight data can be printed in any
desired way. The customer can add any alpha characters and/or printer formatting commands; including formatting for Bar Code printers. Bar Code readers can also be attached to the Comm Port.
• Manual or Automatic Data Logging into battery backed memory. Any data can be stored for later downloading
into a computer.
• Display illumination uses rugged, long life, LED backlighting coupled with a transflective LCD to provide
optimum display contrast under all ambient conditions from full sunlight to total darkness. When the 9850 is
powered by batteries, the backlight automatically turns off and on when needed to conserve battery life.
• Selectable for lb., kg, g, tons, metric tons, ounces, and daN for force measurement (some units and /or units
switching may be prohibited in legal for trade units).
• Multi-mode automatic or manual weight totalizing with multiple ID registers.
• Weather resistant sealing ensures reliable operations under harsh conditions. Rugged, gasketed, Marine Grade
Aluminum Enclosure is rated to IP67.
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THECELLSCALEFAMILY
1) Model MSI-9000 CellScale – Rugged unit for interfacing any scale and converting it to RF networking.
2) Model MSI-9008 Multiplexer – Allows up to eight scales with independent calibrations, to share a single
CellScale input channel.
3) Model MSI-9020 CellModem – For interfacing peripheral devices to a CellScale.
4) Model MSI-3750CS – Fixed mount indicator for CellScales. Capable of control and calibration.
5) Model MSI-9850 – Portable remote indicator for CellScales. Capable of control and calibration. Can display
multiple channels.
6) Model MSI-9300 – CellScale based Crane Scale with local LED display.
7) Model MSI-6260CS – CellScale based Crane Scale. Available in standard capacities up to 100000 lb (50000
kg) and by special order up to 250 tons
8) Model MSI-9850 – Advanced Capability Fixed mount Remote Indicator.
Model MSI-9260 – (Not pictured) Motion Compensated Crane Scale used in scrap metal weighing.
Model MSI-9002 Summing Box – (Not pictured) Single or Dual Channel summing of up to 4 load cells.
Model MSI-9300HT – (Not pictured) High Torque version of the MSI-9300 for fixed hook, rotating load
applications.
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UNITSETUP
The 9850 is simple to setup and use. If there are no peripheral devices such as a printer or bar code scanner, setup
consists of applying power, and setting the modem controls to talk to a 9000 CellScale.
BATTERY
Future Option - Contact MSI for information
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Power Input
AUX3
AUX1
AUX2
Aux Pwr + Switches
Set Points Output
Comm Port 2
Comm Port 1
P2
P3
P4
P5
9850CONNECTORS&WIRING
The standard configuration of the 9850 has the following connectors:
1) Main Power Input – Usually a heavy duty cable for power input. Available also with a connector by special
order. AC and DC power modules are available for all industrial voltage sources.
2) Aux Power and Switches (P2) – Provides a means to attach external user programmable switches for footswitches, joy stick mounted switches, etc. The Auxiliary Power input can be used for battery backup to ensure
continuous operation. Recommended Power Source is a 12V Sealed Lead Acid Battery.
3) Set Points Output (P3) – Provides a relay driver for up to 5 external relays, lamps, or alarms.
4) Comm Port 2 (P4) – RS-232 Serial I/O.
5) Comm Port 1 (P3) – RS-232/422/485 Serial I/O with programable termination.
6) Antenna – Standard TNC Coaxial. Fits all MSI Antenna Options. In outdoor or washdown applications, the
antenna connector must be sealed with adhesive heat shrink to ensure sealing.
Accessory Connectors AUX1, AUX2, and AUX3 are for system expansion. If not occupied, the mounting holes
are covered with a seal plate.
Contact MSI for information on available and planned expansion option modules.
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MAINPOWERINPUT
The 9850 is powered by AC or three choices of DC inputs.
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Universal AC Supply
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The universal AC Supply is suitable for mains inputs from 86 to 265VAC, 47-440 Hz. The 9850 can be ordered
with a standard US Cord (NEMA 5-15 Plug) or an unterminated AC Cord for direct panel wiring or adding a
country specific AC Plug. Always connect the ground wire (Green or Green/Yellow Stripe) to an Earth Ground.
The 9850 Chassis is connected to earth ground.
Color Code, International Cord:
Brown Connect to Hot (L)
Blue Connect to Neutral (N)
Green/Yellow Stripe Connect to Earth Ground
Color Code, US Cord (SJOOW):
Black Connect to Hot (L)
White Connect to Neutral (N)
Green Connect to Earth Ground
The universal AC Supply can also be used for High Voltage DC inputs. In this mode it is rated from 120VDC to
370VDC. The ground wire must be connected to earth ground. When connecting to high voltage DC sources, MSI
suggests a line conditioner to filter large spikes generated by motors and contactors. Use the Hot wire to connect
to the positive high voltage terminal. Use the Neutral wire for the DC return.
For installations that might have intermittant power interuptions (such as bridge cranes), we suggest a battery is
connected to the Aux Power input to provide uninterrutible power. The battery should output less voltage than the
main supply, so that it will not drain in normal use. With the internal AC supply (15V), a 12V Sealed Lead Acid
is a good choice. However, the Aux Power input will take over when the main power is shut down, so the user
must turn off the 9850 (or use the auto power down modes) to prevent discharging the backup battery.
The9850ContainsHazardousVoltages.Alwaysdisconnectpowerbeforeopeningtheenclosure.In
operation,thechassismustbeproperlygroundedthroughthepowercordsafetyground.
The 9850’s internal AC Supply is fused. Panel fusing, if necessary, can be as small as .25A @115VAC or .125A @
230V. Due to power on surge currents, slightly increased fuse ratings might be needed, or use a slow or medium
blow fuse type. Total input power consumption of the 9850 is below 15 watts, and is typically 7-8 watts.
DirectDCSupply,7-25V
The direct DC supply is not isolated and is primarily intended for battery or 12V vehicle power. It is NOT suitable
for 24V batteries or vehicles due to charging voltages that exceed the maximum input voltage. However, 24VDC
industrial supplies are suitable, as long as they are well regulated.
The DC input cord, in order to have suitable environmental ratings, uses AC cordage (SJOOW). Do not wire to
any AC source.
Color Code:
Black Connect to 7-25Vdc Positive Terminal
White Connect to 7-25Vdc Negative Terminal
Green Connect to Earth Ground.
The negative input and earth ground are shorted internally in the 9850.
The 9850’s Direct DC Supply is protected with self-resetting Polymer Fuses. Panel fusing, if necessary, shoud be
1.5A @12Vdc or 3/4A @ 24V. Due to power on surge currents, slightly increased fuse ratings might be needed,
or use a slow or medium blow fuse type. Total DC input power consumption of the 9850 is below 12 watts, and
is typically 7-8 watts.
IsolatedDCSupply,9-36Vdcor18-72Vdc
The Isolated DC supply is available in two ranges. Choose the 9-36Vdc range for 24Vdc Vehicles. Choose the
18-72V range supply high voltage vehicles and 48V systems. The DC input cord, in order to have suitable environmental ratings, uses AC cordage (SJOOW). Do not wire to any AC source.
Color Code:
Black Connect to Supply Positive Terminal
White Connect to Supply Negative Terminal
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PWRPORT
Pin1-Vin+
Pin2-SW1
Pin3-GND
Pin4-SW2
Pin5-LED
orSW4
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BLK
GREY
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Silicon
Diode
AddDiode
toallowLED
andSW4
LED
Insulateallunusedwires.
Green Connect to Earth Ground.
The negative input and earth ground are isolated internally in the 9850. However, the negative output of the Isolated DC supply is common to the chassis ground. Some
systems may require isolating the chassis of the 9850 to avoid ground loops. In this case, the Green wire should be insulated and not connected to earth ground.
The 9850’s Isolated DC Supply is protected by an internal Fuse. Panel fusing, if necessary, shoud be 1.5A @12Vdc,
3/4A @ 24V, or 3/8A @ 48V. Due to power on surge currents, slightly increased fuse ratings might be needed,
or use a slow or medium blow fuse type. Total DC input power consumption of the 9850 is below 12 watts, and
is typically 7-8 watts.
AUXPOWERANDSWITCHES
Aux Power is supplied through a pre-assembled cable (MSI P/N 13195). It provides for DC power in (7-25Vdc),
up to four switches, and a remote LED indicator. The LED indicator provides a remote indication that the 9850
is on and functioning. The switches and LED are supplied by the end user. In combination with the Set Points
Cable, the switch inputs can also be used with standard Isolated Input Modules.
Blue Connect to Battery Negative or supply ground. It is generally best to connect this directly to the battery
or Power Supply negative terminal, or where the negative terminal is attached to the chassis.
Brown Connect to Battery or Power Supply Positive (7-25VDC). Again, a direct battery connection is usually
best to avoid interference with vehicle electrical systems. The CellScale is internally fused. If connected
to a breaker or fuse panel, use 2A at 12V, 1A at 24V. Fast blow or medium blow fuses are acceptable.
White Switch 1 input. Connect to a Normally Open push-button switch. The other switch terminal must con-
nect to the Blue wire (ground). If this feature is not used, insulate the end of the wire to prevent it from
shorting.
Black Switch 2 input. Connect to a Normally Open push-button switch. The other switch terminal must con-
nect to the Blue wire (ground). If this feature is not used, insulate the end of the wire to prevent it from
shorting.
Pink Switch 3 input. Connect to a Normally Open push-button switch. The other switch terminal must con-
nect to the Blue wire (ground). If this feature is not used, insulate the end of the wire to prevent it from
shorting.
Gray Switch 4 input and/or Remote power indication. Connect to the anode of a remote LED. The LED cathode
must connect to the Blue wire (ground). No current limit resistor is required, current drive is provided by
the CellScale (~15mA). Suitable for LEDs with VF 1.6V to 2.4V@ 20mA. Not suitable for Blue or White
LEDs due to their VF >3V. If a fourth switch input is needed, connect to a Normally Open push-button
switch. If this wire is not used, insulate the end of the wire to prevent it from shorting. It is possible to
have the external LED in parallel with SW4. To do this, place a silicon diode (1N4148 or equivalent) in
series with the LED and place the Diode LED assembly across the switch. The current to the LED will
reduce to ~ 9mA (using a AlGaAs Red LED).
Firmware Version 5-XX for 2450 Modems
MSI CellScale® System • 9850 User Guide Page 13
MSI-9850
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
(NC)9
Brown(TD)
Black(RD)
Blue(GND)
Grey(CTS)
White(RTS)
Jumper1-6-4
COMM1or2RS-232DCE
9-PinFemale‘D’
SolderCupView
Standardwiringfordirect
9850toComputerconnection
Pink(Mode)
insulatew/heatshrink
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9(NC)
Brown(TD)
Black(RD)
Blue(GND)
Grey(CTS)
White(RTS)
Jumper1-6-4
COMM1or2RS-232DTE
9-PinMale‘D’
SolderCupView
Wiringfordirect9850to
Printer/Scoreboardconnection
Pink(Mode)
insulatew/heatshrink
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Brown(TD)
Black(RD)
Blue(GND)
Grey(CTS)
White(RTS)
Jumper1-6-4
COMM2RS-232DTE
9-PinMale‘D’
SolderCupView
Wiringfordirect9850toBar
CodeReaderconnection
Pink(+5V)
Requires5VBarCode
Readerwithpowercon-
nectedtoPin9.9850JP2
positioned1-3.
SERIALPORTS
CommPortCables
The 9850 comes standard with one Comm Port Cable wired for RS-232 (MSI P/N 502513-0001) following the
AT standard for 9 pin serial cables (DCE). An unterminated cable is available (MSI P/N 10084) if you wish to
wire your own serial cable for RS-232 or RS-422 or RS-485. Comm Ports 1 and 2 are wired identically. Comm
Port 1 functions as an RS-232, 422, or 485 port. Comm Port 2 is RS-232 only, but provides an option for powering a Bar Code Reader.
CommPortCableColorCodeRS-232
Brown Transmit output from 9850, connect to receive of DTE.
Black Receive input to CellScale, connect to transmit of DTE.
Grey CTS Input to CellScale. Connect to RTS or RTR output of DTE.
White RTS/RTR output from CellScale. Connect to CTS input of DTE.
Blue Signal Ground
Pink On Comm 1, floating the Pink wire (insulated) sets up the RS-232 Mode. Grounding the Pink wire (to
the blue wire) sets up the RS422/485 mode. On Comm 2, the Pink wire is +5Vdc for powering peripheral
devices such as Bar Code Readers. This is the default function. The Pink wire can also be configured
as an auxiliary digital input or output as determined by the position of JP2 (Contact MSI for further
information).
Drain Wire – Connect to metal shell.
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CommPort2RS-232w/BarCodeReader
Option
The 9850 can supply 5Vdc up to 0.5A for
powering a Bar Code Reader. The 5V supply is
fused and reverse polarity protected. Most Bar
Code Readers can be supplied with power from
Pin 9 of the D-9 connector. The 9850 in its default
configuration supplies 5Vdc on the Pink Wire
unless the function of JP2 is altered. JP2 (9850
Motherboard) must be in position 1-3.
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RS-422/485Operation-CommPort1
RS-422 and RS-485 serial connections are used when long wire runs are necessary. The 485 spec covers cable
runs up to 4000’. 422 and 485 are differential transmissions and require twisted pair wiring to achieve common
and normal mode rejection. Although short runs of 422/485 cabling are often just two wires, a ground reference is
required. Usually the ground reference is connected through resistors to prevent ground differential current flow.
RS422/485 connections require a termination resistor to reduce reflections. See wiring diagrams for details. The
9850 features a software switchable termination resistor.
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485
Receiver
485
Receiver
BROWN
WHITE
BLUE
ShieldDrain
485Termination
Resistor.
120Ω1/4W
Finalreceiver
only.
TerminateShield
atonlyoneend.
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+
–
+
–
+
–
GndPink
Wiretoenable
422/485Mode
+
–
9850
COMMPORT1
Pin1-TD-(Z)
Pin2-TD+(Y)
Pin3-GND
Pin4-RD+
Pin5-RD-
Pin6-Mode
PINK
9850
COMMPORT1
Pin1-TD-(Z)
Pin2-TD+(Y)
Pin3-GND
Pin4-RD+(A)
Pin5-RD-(B)
TD+
TD-
RD-
RD+
GND
CHASSIS
GND
Ifthe9850isthe
finalreceiver,enable
theinternaltermination
(Menuchoice).
485Termination
Resistor.120Ω1/4W
Finalreceiveronly.
TerminateShield
atonlyoneend.
GroundReference
Resistor.100Ω1/2W
Atallreceivers.
Shield
Shield
RS-485/422FullDuplexConnection
RemoteDevice
Upto1000meters
BRN
WHT
BLUE
BLK
GREY
Pin6-Mode
PINK
9850COMM1only
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Brown (TD-)
(Z)
Black (RD+)
(A)
Blue (GND)
Grey (RD-)
(B)
White (TD+)
(Y)
Jumper 1-6-4
(Optional)
COMM 1 RS-422/485
9-Pin Male ‘D’
Solder Cup View
Pink
(Mode)
120Ω Termination
Resistor (If necessary)
Both RS-422 and RS-485 are multi-drop capable.
The 9850 can drive up to 32 receivers on one
twisted pair. Although the 9850 uses standard RS485 drivers, the 9850 firmware does not have a full
duplex protocol. Contact MSI for custom solutions
for networking with RS-485.
CommPortCableColorCodeRS-422/485
Applies to Comm Port 1 Only
Brown TD- (Z)
White TD+ (Y)
Black RD+ (A)
Grey RD- (B)
Blue Signal Ground
Pink Ground (to Blue) to configure port for
422/485
Drain Wire Connect to metal shell.
If the 9850 is the final device in a chain, enable
the termination resistor (see Comm Port Menus).
Install a 120Ω resistor at the end of the cable across
RD+ and RD-.
SETPOINTSOUTPUT
Firmware Version 5-XX for 2450 Modems
SetPointsOutputCable
The 9850 can directly drive up to 5 external relays which correspond to the CellScale system Set Points 1-5. The
open drain MOSFET output lines are transient and inductive kickback protected so that no snubber network is
needed for coil relays. The drivers are rated for 5-25Vdc relay coils up to 150mA. The Set Points Port provides
a source of 5V, but limit drain from this source to 500mA total maximum.
Set Point outputs 1-4 are always available. Use of Set Point 5 requires that jumper JP6 on the Processor board is
positioned 1-2. This modification requires SMD soldering skills. Normally the line is connected to circuit ground
to allow a power return for use of the 5V supply. Set Point 5 is also shared with the Audible Alarm option regardless of the JP6 setting.
MSI CellScale® System • 9850 User Guide Page 15
MSI-9850
9850P3
SetPointsPort
Pin1-5VOut
Pin2-SP2
Pin3-SP3
Pin4-SP5
orGND
Pin5-SP1
SetPoints
BRN
WHT
BLUE
BLK
GREY
5VdcSnubberDiodes
notrequired
Driving5VCoilRelays
Limit150mAea
maxcoilcurrent
(or500mATotal)
+
+
+
+
Pin5-SP4
PINK
+
UseofSP5
requiresJumper
JP6positioned
1-2.JP6is
defaultedtoGND
andwillturnon
anyrelay
connectedtothe
blackwirewhen
the9850power
isturnedon.
Insulateallunusedwires.
9850P3
SetPointsPort
Pin1-5VOut
Pin2-SP2
Pin3-SP3
Pin4-GND
Pin5-SP1
SetPoints
BRN(NC)
WHT
BLUE
BLK
GREY
5Vdc-25VdcSnubberDiodes
notrequired
DrivingExternallyPoweredCoilRelays
Limit150mAea
maxcoilcurrent
Pin5-SP4
PINK
InsulateBrn
Wire
Insulateallunusedwires.
JP6indefaultGND
Position(1-4)
Relay
Power
Source
+
–
+
+
++
9850P3
SetPointsPort
Pin1-5VOut
Pin2-SP2
Pin3-SP3
Pin4-SP5
Pin5-SP1
SetPoints
BRN(NC)
WHT
BLUE
BLK
GREY
7Vdc-25VdcSnubberDiodes
notrequired
DrivingExternallyPoweredCoilRelays
Limit150mAea
maxcoilcurrent
Pin5-SP4
PINK
InsulateBrn
Wire
Insulateallunusedwires.
JP6inPosition(1-2)
9850&
Relay
Power
Source
+
–
+++++
To9850DCPower
Input.Negative
Powershared.
Brown Provides a +5V source for driving relays or auxiliary devices. Fused with a self resetting Polyswitch
device. Maximum output current is 500mA total. This output is diode protected and not highly regulated as the regulated voltage passes through a Schottky diode. Since V-forward of the Schottky diode
varies with current drain, the voltage will vary from a low of ~4.9V at 500mA to a high of 5.2V lightly
loaded.
White Open Drain Relay Driver, Set Point 2
Blue Open Drain Relay Driver, Set Point 3
Black Defaults to circuit ground. Power return for the 5V supply. This line can be used to drive a master relay
that turns on when the 9850 turns on. Or by moving JP6 to poisition 1-2, provides an Open Drain Relay
Driver, Set Point 5
Grey Open Drain Relay Driver, Set Point 1
Pink Open Drain Relay Driver, Set Point 4
With 5V relays, no other
power supply is required for
driving relay coils. Other
5V devices such as lamps or
alarms can also be powered
by these lines as long as the
maximum current rating is
observed.
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D r i v i n g h i g h e r v o l t age devices (up to 25V)
requires the use of an external supply. JP6 should be in
its default position 1-4 to
provide a ground reference
to the relay power source.
Therefore only 4 outputs
(SP1-4) are available.
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When the 9850 is DC powered, SP5 can be used since
the ground reference is
provided through the power
input.
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SetPointsPort
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Pin2-SP2
Pin3-SP3
Pin4-SP5
orGND
Pin5-SP1
SetPoints
BRN
WHT
BLUE
BLK
GREY
DrivingOutputModules
Pin5-SP4
PINK
UseofSP5requires
JumperJP6
positioned1-2.
Insulateallunusedwires.
TOPOSITION5
INLARGERRACK
GNDConnectionsnot
requiredforOutput
modules
I/ORACK
GRAYHILL
70RCK4or
70GRCK4or
Equivalent
InterfacingIndustryStandardI/OModules
Standard Opto-isolated Output modules are easily driven by the 9850 Output port. MSI provides a 4 port I/O rack
prewired with the Set Points Output Cordset (MSI P/N 10082 + 13186). Hooking up the GND wire (Black) is
optional when driving output modules. Any 5V input compatible Output Module can be used. For reference, the
following Output Modules have been tested with the 9850 and fit Grayhill’s I/O Rack 70RCK4:
Grayhill AC Output Modules
70M-OAC5, 120VAC@3A, Normally-Open Zero Voltage Turn-on
70M-OAC5A, 240VAC@3A, Zero Voltage Turn-on
70M-OAC5A-11, 240VAC@3A, Random Turn-on
Grayhill DC Output Modules
70M-ODC5, 60VDC@3A, Normally-Open
70M-ODC5A, 200VDC@1A, Normally-Open
70M-ODC5B, 60VDC@3A, NO Low off leakage
This list represents only a small number of compatible Output Modules.
Firmware Version 5-XX for 2450 Modems
MSI CellScale® System • 9850 User Guide Page 17
MSI-9850
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MODULE
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1234
TERMINALHEADER
FORLOGIC
9850P3
SetPointsPort
Pin1-5VOut
Pin2-SP2
Pin3-SP3
Pin4-SP5
orGND
Pin5-SP1
SetPoints
BRN
WHT
BLUE
BLK
GREY
MixedInputand
OutputModules
Pin5-SP4
PINK
UseofSP5requires
JumperJP6
positioned1-2.
GNDConnection
requiredforInput
modules
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GRAYHILL
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70MRCK8or
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9850P2
SwitchesPort
Pin1-Vin+
Pin2-SW1
Pin3-GND
Pin4-SW2
Pin5-SW4
BRN
WHT
BLUE
BLK
GREY
Pin6-SW3
PINK
NC
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even
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33
OUTPUTOUTPUTOUTPUTOUTPUT
INPUTINPUTINPUTINPUT
By combining the Set Points Port P3 with the Switch Input Port P2 a complete I/O interface can be realized. Up
to 5 Outputs and 4 inputs can be serviced by the 9850 as illustrated.
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Although not illustrated here, you can still use the Aux Power Input (Brown Wire on P2) to provide backup power
for the 9850. Connect the backup power between Brown (+) and Blue (-).
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ANTENNAS
To meet FCC licensing rules, you must use only antennas supplied or recommended by MSI. MSI offers the 9850
with six antenna choices: 1) Standard Antenna – This is a small 1/2 wave antenna that mounts directly on the
9000 CellScale enclosure and is suitable for most short to medium range applications. 2) Long Range Antenna
– A high gain antenna that is remotely mounted from the 9850 with a low loss coaxial cable. This omnidirectional
antenna increases the range up to 4 times. The 10' cable allows placement of the antenna above the 9850 for
ease of clearing possible obstacles to data transmission. 3) Vehicle Mount Whip Antenna – This antenna mounts
directly to the roof of mobile vehicles and is weatherproof. 4) For maximum range, a 15dBi Gain Yagi Antenna
is available by special order. Please contact MSI for details. 5) Corner Reflector – Often the best choice for a
wall mounted antenna. MSI offers a 14dBi and a 9dBi Corner Reflector. 6) Patch Antenna – For applications
where the standard antenna is vulnerable to physical use or outdoor applications. The Patch antenna is mildly
directional which requires more care in antenna placement for long range applications. Patch Antennas are available by special order only.
Antenna placement is critical to problem free use of your CellScale system.
1) Be sure a relatively clear transmission path exists between the 9850 and associated CellScale master devices.
The radio signals travel primarily by line of sight (LOS), and obstructions between stations will degrade the
system performance. LOS is less important as distances decrease.
2) When using the long range antenna, mount the antenna on a tower or other elevated structure to ensure that
you have a clear LOS transmission path. This will raise the antenna to a level sufficient to clear surrounding
terrain and other obstructions. It is not necessary or desirable to provide a ground plane for the antenna.
3) Never use a directional antenna (e.g. a Yagi, or a corner reflector) on a mobile system. However, fixed station
locations can often benefit from directional antennas when the location of the other components of the RF
network are always in the same general direction.
4) If using the meter mounted standard antenna, ensure that the antenna is not blocked by any metal. Transmission
is good through most kinds of glass so mounting a meter next to a window should work fine. If there is no
clear line of sight place to mount the 9850, consider switching to a coax connected antenna so the antenna can
be remoted. MSI offers bulkhead Coax kits for extending the antenna cable through a wall or enclosure.
5) The standard and long range antennas are vertical plane devices. Do not mount them sideways. They should
always point up (mounted vertically). It also works to point them down, when high off the ground (such as
on the underside of a large bridge crane). The long range 9dBi Antenna is particularly sensitive to off axis
mounting. Use a carpenters level to ensure the antenna is exactly 90° perpendicular to the earth.
6) Do not mount an omnidirectional Antenna next to a metallic or concrete surface. This can result in reflections
and undesired RF characteristics. For this application, use a Corner Reflector.
7) After installation, you must seal the Antenna connection with an Adhesive Heat Shrink Boot. Failure to seal
the Antenna may result in liquid destroying the Antenna, or the 9850.
MSI does not recommend extending the coaxial cable beyond 3 meters. At 2.4GHz more loss will result from coax losses than
are gained by raising the antenna. If you must extend the antenna, use a very low loss 50Ω coax such as RG-214, RF-195, or
other low loss varieties. For very short extensions (<1m), cables made with RG-316 are suitable.
Firmware Version 5-XX for 2450 Modems
MSI CellScale® System • 9850 User Guide Page 19
MSI-9850
STANDARDANTENNA
The Standard Antenna (pictured here) is an articulated 1/2 wave 2dBi gain design with a standard TNC
connector. This antenna and Coax connector, though resistant to water, is not water-proof. Seal the
TNC base with an adhesive heat shrink boot if this antenna is exposed to water. This Antenna should
be vertically oriented.
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LONGRANGEOMNI9dBiANTENNAW/PIPEMOUNT
The Long Range Omnidirectional antenna (MSI P/N 12147) is pole
mounted (up to 2” diameter) and extends the range of CellScale transmissions. MSI supplies this antenna with a 10’ (3m) coax cable pre attached.
This antenna must be vertically mounted. The vertical Beamwidth (-3dB
point) is 14 degrees. Also available with an N connector (MSI P/N 12037)
for applications requiring longer coax cable lengths.
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YAGIANTENNA
A highly directional YAGI Antenna is available by
special order. This antennas offers both high gain
(15dBi) and controllable transmission patterns.
This antenna must be carefully aligned for long
distance applications. The Beamwidth of the Yagi
is 30° Elevation, and 34° Azimuth. The Yagi is mast
mounted for masts up to 2-1/8” (5.4cm) in diameter.
The Yagi is connected to CellScale equipment with
adapter coax P/N 12751 (6’, 1.8m) or P/N 13209
(10’, 3m) Longer lengths available by special order.
Longer lengths must be evaluated by application
due to coax loss. It is usually preferable to run serial
cables longer and keep the Coax short.
CORNERREFLECTORANTENNAS
Two Corner Reflector Antennas are available by
special order. These antennas offer both high gain
and controllable transmission patterns. These antennas are the best choice when antenna placement
is against a wall or other surface. These antennas
come with a Pipe mount for pipe up to two inches
(5cm) in diameter.
14dBiYagi
The 14dBi Model (MSI P/N 13204 + 13209 Coax)
features a Beamwidth of 44° Elevation, and 35°
Azimuth.
The 9dBi Model (MSI P/N 13205 + 13209 Coax)
has a Beamwidth of 75° Elevation, and 65° Azimuth.
Both Corner reflectors must be used with ‘N’ Plug to
‘TNC’ Plug adapter coax P/N 12751 (6’0) or 13209
(10’), longer lengths available by special order).
This is special Low-loss coax suitable for use at
2.4GHz. Do not substitute standard coax varieties.
VEHICLEMOUNTWHIPANTENNA
A vehicle mount whip antenna is approved for use with MSI CellScale equipment and is available by special order. This 5 dBi gain whip is rugged and waterproof and mounts in a 3/4” hole
on the roof of mobile vehicles. MSI P/N 13206 (Antenna) and P/N 13207 (mount). The mount
includes 17’ of low loss coax teminated in a TNC Connector.
14dBiCornerReflector
9dBiCornerReflector
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STANDARDANTENNABULKHEADEXTENSIONS
MSI offers short Coaxial cable assemblies to extend the antenna connector when the CellScale equipment is mounted
in an industrial enclosure or to penetrate a metal wall. These Coaxial assemblies are designed for 2.4Ghz use and
have TNC Male connectors at both ends. These mate with a through panel TNC to TNC Bulkhead Adapter.
TNC to TNC Flange Mount Bulkhead Adapter – MSI P/N 13140
TNC to TNC Jam Nut Mount Bulkhead Adapter – MSI P/N 13141
Extension Coax Cable Assemblies –
1’ (30cm) P/N 13142, 2’ (61cm) P/N 13143, 3’ (.9m) P/N 13144, 4’ (1.2m) P/N 13145
OTHERANTENNAS
Other antennas are available for special applications. One antenna MSI often uses is a small Patch antenna. This
antenna is suitable for rugged applications where standard antennas will often be destroyed. This is the antenna
used in our Crane Scales. Special antennas for rugged applications, or long range transmission are available.
Contact MSI for more information.
2.4GHZINTERFERENCE
Co-Existing with 802.11b Networks
In some cases, if a CellScale network is located in close proximity to an 802.11b network, the CellScale network
can interfere with the 802.11b network. To avoid causing this interference, the CellScale radio supports a selection of hopping patterns that avoid the various 802.11b direct sequence channels. These limited band hopping
patterns allow CellScale networks to be used with 802.11b networks without impacting the performance of the
802.11b networks. Settings for 802.11b avoidance are found in the Comm Port 2 modem menus. See page 25
for details.
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FCC’SMPEREQUIREMENTS
Information to user/installer regarding FCC’s Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits.
Standard 1/2 Wave Dipole, Patch Antenna, Vehicle Whip, or Long Range 9dBi Omni: The field strength radiated by any one of these antennas, when connected to MSI RF products, may exceed FCC mandated RF exposure
limits. FCC rules require professional installation of these antennas in such a way that the general public will
not be closer than 20 cm from the radiating aperture of any of these antennas. End users of these systems must
also be informed that RF exposure limits may be exceeded if personnel come closer than 20 cm to the apertures
of this antenna.
Corner Reflectors or 15dbi Yagi: The field strength radiated by any one of these antennas, when connected to
MSI RF products, may exceed FCC mandated RF exposure limits. FCC rules require professional installation of
these antennas in such a way that the general public will not be closer than 2 m from the radiating aperture of any
of these antennas. End users of these systems must also be informed that RF exposure limits may be exceeded if
personnel come closer than 2 m to the apertures of either of these antennas.
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SECTION2–RFSCALECOMMUNICATIONS
The 9850 is a component of the MSI CellScale System. The CellScale system uses frequency hopping spreadspectrum RF Modem technology transmitting in the 2.4 GHz ISM band.
RF Modems have been problematic as the RF bands are very hostile, corrupted by noise, path loss and interfering transmission from other radios. Even in a pure interference-free environment, radio performance faces
serious degradation through a phenomenon known as multipath fading, a problem particularly prevalent for
indoor installations. Multipath fading results when two or more reflected rays of the transmitted signal arrive
at the receiving antenna with opposing phase, thereby partially or completely cancelling the desired signal.
Spread spectrum reduces the vulnerability of a radio system to both interference from jammers and multipath
fading by distributing the transmitted signal over a larger region of the frequency band than would otherwise
be necessary to send the information. This allows the signal to be reconstructed even though part of it may be
lost or corrupted in transit.
Spectrum has been set aside at 2.4 GHz in most countries for the purpose of allowing compliant spread spectrum systems to operate freely without the requirement of a site license. In the USA, there are absolutely no
site licensing requirements. The CellScale system is also programmable for use in most European countries.
Please contact MSI for worldwide compliance information.
FCCSTATEMENT
FCCID:HSW-2450M
Note:ThisunithasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththelimitsforaClassAdigitaldevice,pursuant
topart15oftheFCCRules.Theselimitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotectionagainstharmful
interferencewhentheequipmentisoperatedinacommercialenvironment.Thisequipmentgenerates,
uses,andcanradiateradiofrequencyenergyand,ifnotinstalledandusedinaccordancewiththe
instructionmanual,maycauseharmfulinterferencetoradiocommunications.Operationofthisequip-
mentinaresidentialareaislikelytocauseharmfulinterferenceinwhichcasetheuserwillberequired
tocorrecttheinterferenceattheirexpense.
NETWORKDESCRIPTION
The CellScale system uses frequency hopping which is produced by transmitting the data signal as usual, but
varying the carrier frequency rapidly according to a pseudo-random pattern over a broad range of channels, in
this case 86 discreet frequencies. These 86 frequencies are combined in different “hopping patterns” to provide 64
(0-63) separate networks. The CellScale network uses a ‘Star’ network topology. One unit, usually the CellScale,
is designated a ‘Master’. The Master transmits a sync pulse on a regular basis, providing synchronization of all
remotes in the designated Network. Thus it forms the center of a cell. MSI provides five products capable of being
the master unit: the CellScale, the Smart CellModem 9000 (not 9020), the MSI-9260 ruggedized Crane Scale,
the MSI-9300 Porta-Weigh+ Crane Scale (with local display), or the MSI-6260CS Trans-Weigh CS Crane Scale.
Up to 15 slaves can access the master unit. The 9850 is always a ‘Slave’. Multiple 9850 units can coexist on one
network, or can be easily switched to other networks as required.
The CellScale system uses TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) to arbitrate between multiple remotes. Each
remote is assigned a specific time slot thus guaranteeing data throughput. For more on setting up CellScale networks, please refer to the MSI-9000 CellScale User Guide.
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2 CS Address 17
3 My Address 57
4 Transmit Power HI
5 Timeout 1Øs
6 Advanced Settings
7 Save Settings Now
NETWORK ADDRESS
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
17
min = 0, max = 63
^ incs, v decs value
CELLSCALE ADDRESS
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
17
min = 5, max = 251
^ incs, v decs value
MY ADDRESS
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
57
mmin = 5, max = 251
^ incs, v decs value
TIMEOUT THIS NETWORK
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
1Ø
min = 1, max = 1800
^ incs, v decs value
4 Transmit Power HI
4 Transmit Power MED
Saves Settings to Memory
4 Transmit Power LO
See Advanced Settings
Shortcut
MODEM SETTINGS v2.05
NETWORK ADDRESS
CELLSCALE ADDRESS
MY ADDRESS
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RFNETWORKSETUP
The 9850 is a RF Modem connected device. The RF Modem requires setup to connect to one or more CellScales.
The 9850 stores information for all 64 possible networks. Each network setting can be modified with the “Modem
Settings Menu”.
[1] NETWORK ADDRESS – Sets the primary network
address number. Set this number to match the Network
number of the CellScale master the 9850 must communicate to. Ranges from 0 to 63.
[2] CS ADDRESS – Sets the primary master CellScale ID
number. This number must match the Source Address
number of the primary master CellScale. Ranges from 5
to 251. This number is usually the same as the Network
Address.
[3] MY ADDRESS – Any 9850 unit in a given Network
must have a unique ID number. Enter up to three digits
to designate the 9850 ID number. Ranges from 5 to 251.
Make sure no other devices have this same number.
Other devices that must have unique numbers are 9020
Modems, 3750CS and 9850 Indicators, and 9300 and/or
6260CS crane scales used as slave units.
[4] TRANSMIT POWER – Sets the RF power level between
10 mW (Lo), 63 mW (Med), and 250 mW (Hi). In most
applications power should be set to Medium. Reduced
energy can reduce the size of the coverage / interference zone which may be desirable for multiple-network
applications. Always check for adequate range coverage
when using the Low setting. Only a minor improvement
in battery life (~10%) is achieved by using the Lo setting.
[5] TIMEOUT – Sets the time in seconds (0-1800) that the
9850 will wait for data from the CellScale Master. The
display will display bars if no data is received within
this time period. MSI recommends at least a 10 second
time out period to handle small lapses in transmissions.
The system defaults to 10 seconds.
[6] ADVANCED SETTINGS – Advanced features settings of the Modem. See “ADJUST MODEM MENU”
on the following page.
[7] SAVE SETTINGS NOW – Commits the settings to the Modems Memory. The Modem settings will be auto-
matically saved at power down if changed. Writing the Modem registers can take a few seconds. When the
SAVE SETTINGS NOW line changes to white background. The settings have been stored.
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After changing the Modem Network, you press ESC twice to return to weight modes. There may be a delay when
acquiring a new Master CellScale. If the weight does not appear in 10 seconds, recheck your modem settings at
both the 9850 and the master CellScale (or embedded CellScale in a crane scale).
The Modem Firmware version is displayed in the Title area. At press time the modem was at v2.05.
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1 Lock Out Key Ø
2 802.11 Avoid OFF
3 Scan Network OFF
4 Reranging 652.7 sec
Signal Strength 13Ø
Modem Ser. # ØØ-Ø2-46
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
Ø-9 replaces value
Ø
min = Ø, max = 255
^ incs, v decs value
1 OFF, FCC/ETSI LEGAL
2 Bands 1 & 2
3 Bands 3 & 4
4 Bands 5 & 6
5 Bands 7 & 8
6 Bands 9 & 10
7 MORE 1/2
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
Ø-9 replaces value
652
min = Ø, max = 655
^ incs, v decs value
3 Scan Network OFF
3 Scan Network ON
802.11b AVOIDANCE
1 Bands 11&12, France
2 Bands 1 & 10 to 12
3 Bands 1 to 6
4 Bands 6 to 12
5 Bands 1 to 3 & 11
7 MORE 2/2
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ADVANCED SETTINGS
LOCK OUT KEY
802.11b AVOIDANCE
802.11b AVOIDANCE
RERANGING PERIOD, SEC
ADVANCEDMODEMSETTINGS
The “ADVANCED SETTINGS’ menu provides access to some of the advanced features of the 9850’s
RF Modem. These features are not usually needed and should be left to defaults.
[1] LOCK OUT KEY – For added security in environments
where other CellScale modems are operating on the
same network, a Lock Out Key can be set which will
prevent modems from communicating. The Lock Out
key must also match in the master CellScale Modem.
DO NOT change this number from 0 unless all modem
elements are also changed as this will cause severe communications problems.
[2] 802.11 AVOIDANCE – The 9850s modem can be set
to minimize interference with 802.11b RF networks in
common use for computer networks. You must determine which band the 802.11b modem is operating on
and then select the corresponding band to avoid. The
second page also includes a setting making the cellscale
legal in France. The CellScale master must also have the
same setting. DO NOT change the setting in this menu
without corresponding changes in all CellScale devices
in the network.
[3] SCAN NETWORK – When On, this feature adds Net-
work address information to a current networks list. If
this 9850 is to be used on multiple networks, turn the
“Scan Network” “ON” every time you log onto another
network that you may want to go back to. Then using
the ADDRESS key (the ADDRESS F-key must be left
in its default function), you can quickly scroll through
all stored networks.
[4] RERANGING – This feature sets the interval in which the modem requests recomputation of the distance
compensation. The default is suitable for standard operation and usually should not be altered. If, however,
the distance the Master and the 9850 is going to change more than 1km while connected, the reranging time
should be set just shorter than the fastest this move can happen. For example, a fast moving vehicle approaching the master at 60 miles per hour should rerange every 30 seconds.
The next line below Reranging gives a relative receive signal strength. This value reports the relative signal
strength averaged over the last 10 hops. Larger values indicate stronger signals. This display is not updated
in real time. You must exit this display and reenter to update the reading.
The next line indicates the RF Serial Number of the embedded modem.
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CONFIGURINGFORMULTIPLENETWORKS
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The 9850 can access multiple CellScales by switching Networks. A press of the
ADDRESSkey will change the
network allowing the 9850 to monitor and control different scales. Because each CellScale has both a network
and a CS address, these must be set up with the “SETUP RF NETWORK” menu and made active. The 9850 can
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access up to 64 CellScale based Networks. It takes the 9850 from 4 to 8 seconds to switch networks, as it has to
sync with a new hopping pattern. Networks that are inactive but were set up can be reached by typing the Network
Address (0-63) followed by the ADDRESSkey. New networks not previously set up can also be reached this
way, but the modem configuration will set to defaults.
Setting the Network Address (shortcut method)
Uses Defaults for every setting, and assumes the master CellScale’s ID is 05.
1) Enter the number of the CellScale network.
In this example we’ll use network 12. Use the appropriate numbers for your CellScale master. It is not necessary to enter a ‘0’
for networks below 10.
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2) Press the ADDRESSkey. The Network Address Changes to the new Address and is
added to the Network Scan List.
It can take up to 8 seconds to log on to a new network, and for the weight data to appear. If the 9850 is unable to locate a Master
CellScale at the entered address, the message “NO NETWORK” will appear.
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Setting the Network Address (standard method), and RF Modem Configuration
Access to all user configured parameters in the RF Modem.
1) Press SETUP. From the “SETUP SELECT MENU” , select “MORE” [7].
2) Select “RF Modem” [3].
Steps 1 and 2 have a shortcut. Press SETUP followed by ADDRESS.
3) Select “Network Address” [1]. This calls the Network Address data entry screen.
4) Using the keypad, key in the desired Network Address (0-63). The Address used must match the Network
address of the CellScale master. Press ENTERto store the address.
5) Steps 5 and 6 can be skipped if you use our recommended settings in the master. Select “CS Address” [2]. This
calls the CellScale Address data entry screen.
6) Using the keypad, key in the desired CellScale Address (5-251). The Address used must match the ID address
of the CellScale master (2nd number, e.g. 23-23). Usually CellScale masters are usually configured with
the ID Address number set to the same number as the master. Networks 0-5 usually are set to the Network
number +64 (e.g. Net 4, CS address 68). DO NOT use a CS Address below 5.
7) You can skip steps 7 and 8 if the self generated address is unique in the network. Select “My Address” [3]. This
calls the My Address data entry screen.
8) Using the keypad, key in the desired My Address (5-251). The Address used must be unique within all
possible networks this 9850 is to contact. Press ENTERto store the address.
9) Select HI, MED, or LO transmit power using the [4] key. Usually this should be set to Med for the best
tradeoff between range and RF Power. Extended exposure to a 9850 set to High requires precautions when
a human is closer than 20cm from the emitting antenna, and therefore is discouraged for continuous use.
10) Select Timeout [5]. The Timeout period is the time the 9850 will wait before reporting loss of updated data
from the Master. When the timeout period is completed without new data transmitted, the weight display
will change to dashes.
11) Using the keypad, set the Timeout in Seconds. A timeout from 5 to 20 seconds is recommended (10 seconds
is the default). Press ENTERto store the timeout.
12) Set this network active by pressing [6]. From the ADVANCED SETTING menu, choose [3] ON. This
places the Network in the 9850’s active network list, allowing use of the ADDRESS key to switch the
9850 to this and other stored Modem settings. Resturn to the Modem settings menu by pressing ESC.
13) Store the Modem settings by pressing [7]. The unit will pause with a key tone while the settings are stored.
You can test your enabled network scan list by pressing the ADDRESS key to cycle throught the ones you
have enabled.
14) Return to weight reading (assuming there is a CellScale at the address you just set) by pressing
DISPLAY
or press ESCto return to the Setup Menu. There may be a delay while the new address request is processed
by the CellScale.
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ModemDefaults
CS Address equals Network number (e.g. 12-12, 1-65, 9-9, etc.), unless the network number is below 5, then
the CS address equals the Network number + 64. Transmit power set to MED. Time out set to 10 seconds. My
Address remains unchanged and is the same in any network.
TROUBLESHOOTINGRFCONNECTIONPROBLEMS
Most connection problems are caused by improperly set up RF Networks. Both the 9850 and the master CellScale
unit must have identical Network numbers. In addition, the CS Address must match on both units. If the Network and/or CS Address of the CellScale is in question, you might have to connect a terminal to the CellScale to
determine its exact settings. See the CellScale manual for this procedure. Verify the 9850 settings are proper by
using the “CONFIGURE RF MODEM” procedure. Each slave device (9850s, 3750CS, and 9020s) must have
unique “My Address”.
It is of equal importance that all Slave units (9020’s, 3750CS, 9850’s and 9850’s) that are on the same network,
must have unique remote addresses (usually referred to as “My Address”).
A common cause of perceived problems is the “Phantom Network”. This occurs when there is a conflicting Network within broadcast range. Multi-CellScale sites must be planned carefully so that there are never two master
CellScales on the same Network within range of each other. Since the CellScale can broadcast for miles with
good LOS (line of sight) conditions, this consideration is very important. If you suspect your 9850 has locked
on to a distant (Phantom) network, try switching both the master CellScale and the 9850 slave to another unused
Network. MSI advises avoiding Network #0 when possible, as this is the Modem default, and therefore most
likely to be found on units that were left in default settings.
DisplayReads“CARRIER,BUTNOCSRESPONSE!!”
This display may show briefly when the CS Address is changed, while the Master Modem registers the 9850. If
this display persists, it is a result of changing the CS Address in the slave 9850 so it no longer matches the master
CellScale. The modem is still registered by the master CellScale, but control codes are not received because the
master assumes the codes are intended for a different device. Change the CS Address in the 9850 back to the
number that matches the master CellScale. Sometimes cycling power in the Master CellScale will clear up this
problem.
Unitgoesinandoutofcommunication
This is usually a result of being in or near an “RF Null” zone. Because of multiple echoes of signals there is
sometimes locations that are particularly problematic even for Frequency Hoppers. Usually moving the antenna
location even a small distance can clear up this kind of problem. Avoid placing the antenna up against large metal
walls. Concrete walls can also be problematic due to their high moisture content. The antenna should be at least
4 inches away from large metal or concrete surfaces. Mounting the antenna too close to a wall has the effect of
making the Antenna directional and can attenuate the output.
RangeisInadequate
Antenna placement is the most common cause of poor range. Check that the RF power level of the master and
slave units is on “High”. Radio signals in nearby bands that have significant power can also reduce range. Longest range will always be achieved by Line-of-sight (LOS) antenna placement. Any obstacle that interferes with
LOS will reduce the range. Significant blocking is caused by metal buildings, solid concrete walls, and any other
object that has fairly high electrical conductance. Raising the master antenna higher can help. Just moving the
relative antenna placement a short distance might find an RF “path” that will improve distance. The CellScale
can sometimes take advantage of reflecting surfaces to get around obstacles. CellScale device antennas should
always be placed in vertical polarization; that is the shaft of the antenna should be perpendicular to the earth,
not parallel. It is OK to mount the Antenna upside down. This is a good solution when an antenna is mounted on
the ceiling for communication with CellScale components in the building. The 9850 internal antenna is mildly
directional. Aim the end of the 9850 towards the CellScale master for longest range. In short range applications
(LOS and <500 feet) the 9850 is essentially omni-directional.
Some CellScale master units can take advantage of higher gain antennas.Yagi or Corner reflector Antennas can
greatly improve the range of a CellScale system when installed on the master CellScale. These multi-element
antennas are directional and must be aimed towards the 9850 area of operation.
The CellScale system is designed using state of the art RF Modems. However there will be conditions and environments where communication of telemetry is sporadic or impossible. Jamming of FHSS systems is difficult,
but not impossible. Bear in mind that the most likely source of jamming will be other CellScale systems on the
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same network, within transmission range. The new breed of wireless phones (not Cell Phones) operating in the
2.4GHz bands will not jam a CellScale. However the CellScale may be received on the wireless phone and will
sound like a background ticking noise. Standard Cell Phones do not operate in the same bands as the CellScale and
will not interfere with CellScale components. However, a Cell Phone repeater tower nearby might have enough
out of band interference to reduce the range of CellScale equipment.
RFSITETESTING
The 9850 provides a means to check the efficiency of RF transmissions using the RF Site Testing function. Program a function key (use the procedure in Section 4) to “RF Site Testing” to run the test.
1) Place the 9850 in close proximity of the master CellScale unit. Make sure communications are good (weight
is on the display, all data types have been reported).
2) Press the function key programmed for “RF Site Testing”. The bottom right side of the display will read
“RF xx%”. The per cent reading indicates the ratio of successful transmissions. It will start low at first,
then creep up. It should approach 100%, with an average reading of >96%.
If the reading does not achieve >96% within 1 minute try changing the CellScale Master device (MSI-9000, MSI-6260, MSI-9300, etc.) to a new network.
Usually the only thing that will interfere with a CellScale is another frequency hopping modem nearby. Also check your antenna connections on the
master.
3) Now start walking around the site with the 9850. If the RF% reading starts down, stop and wait. Aim the
antenna of the 9850 towards the CellScale master and see if the RF% reading begins to rise again. If the
display suddenly reads “NETWORK”, you have lost communication. Return to the last place that communications were working and wait for the 9850 to reconnect. In this way you can establish the range
of adequate communications, and note any areas with severe RF dropout. The location and height of the
CellScale master also plays a big part in range so be sure to run the site test with the CellScale in typical
locations used in your application.
4) Cancel the RF Site Test by pressing the function key again. If needed for some other function, reprogram
the function key.
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CELLSCALENETWORKAUTOSCAN
For installations where multiple CellScale systems are present, the 9850 can scan every network and determine
if a CellScale master device is broadcasting. Found CellScales can be copied directly into the RF Scan List at the
end of the test. Turn on all CellScale masters (MSI-9000, 6260CS, 9300, etc.) that your 9850 will be used with.
Ensure that each CellScale master is on unique network addresses (see product User Guides).
1) Press POWERfollowed quickly by ESC.
It doesn’t matter if the 9850 is on or off.
2) Press NET/GROSS to start the scan. The 9850 will begin a progressive scan of all 64 (0-63) networks.
The scan can take as long as 15 minutes. If the backlight times out, press any number key to turn it back on.
3) Every CellScale master found will display along with its address. The end of the test will be indicated by
the display reading “ENTER Copy to Scan”.
4) If you want to store the found CellScale addresses, push ENTER. The display will read “COPYING RF
SCAN”.
5) Press DISPLAYto return to weight reading.
You can also press SETUP which will bring up the Setup Menu, or POWER which will turn the 9850 off.
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POWER
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POWER
To Turn On the Power
1) Press and hold POWER for 1 second. The LCD should light and show the MSI
Logo. The LED will light all segments for a display test.
2) The LCD then displays “MSI-9850-5”, the Network currently loaded as the active
Address, and the software version number. The display will read “Searching
Address XX” while establishing communications with the master CellScale.
3) Next the RF network is contacted. If the network is functional, the display
switches to normal weight display mode. This usually takes 4-8 seconds. If the
Network is not available, the screen will continue to display the desired Network.
Either change the Scan Network with the ADDRESSkey or turn on the proper
CellScale Master. Use of the ADDRESSkey assumes that multiple networks
have previously set up. See “Setting the Network Address” on page 12.
MULTIPLESCALECHANNELS
Each CellScale is capable of hosting up to 32 independent scale inputs. Since any 9850 can communicate with
any CellScale, theoretically hundreds of scales can be controlled by a single 9850. Because of the complexities of
multiple channel setups, the 9850 is designed to access channels that have been previously setup in the CellScale
through its terminal interface or virtual meter interface.
Channels in the CellScale are organized by the A/D input channel followed by a Mux sub channel value. The
standard CellScale has two A/D inputs, but can be ordered with four A/D inputs with the addition of a second
A/D Converter module. Each A/D channel can be further divided by the use of external multiplexers into eight
additional inputs per channel, providing a total of up to 32 independent scale inputs. The channels are designated
like this:
The channel will vary from 1-4 and the sub channel from 1-8. In addition the CellScale provides channel 5 for
slave CellScales, and channel 6 for math channels. Math Channels allow the user to add or subtract channels from
each other or perform other mathematical manipulations of the data. Channel 7 is used for Temperature displays
for CellScales with the temperature option. All calibration data for the 32 channels is stored in the CellScale and
is independent of the 9850. Therefore any 9850 can receive calibrated data from any CellScale provided the RF
network is set up properly.
It should be noted that sub channels are useful even when the multiplexer option is not used. For example, channel 1-1 could be calibrated as a 1000 x 0.5 kg scale, and channel 1-2 as a 2000 x 1 kg scale, making a dual range
platform (of course this assumes the platform is capable of handling 2000 kg). This will work as long as the main
channel remains constant. So, in theory, 1 platform could be calibrated as 8 independent scales. This works because
the CellScale does not know or care if a Multiplexer is actually present. It treats the input as a separate scale.
The 9850 reads multiple channels by using the Scan list index. The “Scan list” is stored in the CellScale, with
up to 32 channels present in the list. The first number in the scan list is called the Scan List Index number. The
CellScale can have up to 32 Scan List indices. A scan list can include “Math Channels” which provide a means
to digitally add the results of multiple scales.
When dealing with multiple channels it is recommended that you set up the display to always show either the
Channel Number or the Channel Name or both. This will help in identifying which scale you are observing.
Channel (A/D 1-4) →
1-1
← Sub channel (mux 1-8)
to connect in 8 seconds or
less, press the ADDRESS key
to select a different Network, or enter the number
of a working network and
press ADDRESS. If this fails
check RF network setups, or
decrease the range between
the CellScale Host and the
9850.
If the system fails
SELECTINGTHEACTIVECHANNEL
Before standard scale functions are performed, you must select the “Active Channel”. The “Active Channel” is the
channel that commands such as Zero, Tare, Total, etc. will be performed on. On single channel display screens,
the channel shown is the active channel. On Multiple channel displays, you must highlight the desired channel.
This is done with the Cursor Keys. Once highlighted you can perform all the standard scale functions (except
Total and View Total, these only work from the single channel display). You can also switch to the single channel
display by pressing the
See the “DISPLAY MODE SETUP” section 7 for information on multiple and single channel weight display modes. For more information on Scan Lists and multiple
scale channels, please refer to the CellScale MSI-9000 Users Guide.
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As mentioned above, the 9850 will access any channels setup in the CellScale. It does this with the “CHAN-
NEL” function. Use the CHANNELkey to step from channel to channel as dictated by the Scan list stored in the
CellScale. If the CellScale has only one scale channel defined, only 1 display mode is necessary. This is usually
the case for MSI-6260CS, MSI-9300 Crane Scales, and other single load cell systems. However, even single load
cell systems can have math channels defined to add functionality.
For systems with multiple scales attached to any given CellScale the setup procedure is:
1) Program the CellScale Scan List as required (see the CellScale Users Guide). It is recommended that each
channel is assigned a channel name to aid in identifying the scale in various display modes.
2) Optional, but recommended so you can readily identify which scale you are monitoring and controlling
– Program the display mode to show the Channel Name, or Channel Number, or both with the Display Setup
procedures in Section 7.
To Change the Scale Channel (Single Channel Display)
This example assumes F7 is in its default mode CHANNEL.
1) Press the CHANNELkey [F7]. The weight display will temporarily display dashes while it
queries the CellScale for the next channel information.
2) Keep pressing the CHANNELkey as desired until the channel of interest is displayed.
To go to the previous channel in the list, press the ENTER key followed by the CHANNEL key. (This assumes the default for E2 has not
been altered)
To Change the Scale Channel Using Scan List Position (Single Channel Display)
Uses the CellScale’s Scan List Index Number to determine which channel to display.
1) Using the numeric keys, input the number (1-32) corresponding to the desired channel in the
scan list.
This example finds the fourth entry in the scan list. If a requested channel does not exist in the scan list, this procedure is ignored by the
CellScale.
2) Press the CHANNELkey [F7]. The weight display will temporarily display dashes while it
queries the CellScale for the desired channel information.
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To Change Scale Channel Using the Channel Number (Single Channel Display)
Uses the CellScale’s Channel Number to determine which channel to display.
1) Using the numeric keys, input the number corresponding to the desired channel
number. Use the decimal point as the channel-subchannel separator.
This example finds channel 6-1, a math channel. If a requested channel does not exist in the scan list, this procedure
is ignored by the CellScale.
2) Press the CHANNELkey [F7]. The weight display will temporarily display dashes
while it queries the CellScale for the desired channel information.
MULTI-CHANNELSYSTEMS
In CellScale systems with multiple channels, you can choose to see more than one channel at a time (See Display
Setup in Section 7). In order to zero, tare, or totalize with channels in a multiple channel display, you must first
select the channel to operate on. This is referred to as the “Active” channel, because this is the only channel that any
scale function can be performed on. The active channel is automatically displayed on the LED Weight Display.
To Select the Active Channel (multi-channel display)
1) Highlight the channel you wish to make Active by pressing the UP (^) or DOWN (v) cursor keys.
2) Once highlighted you can Zero the channel, set and clear Tare, and switch between Net and Gross with the
NET/GROSS key, just press the appropriate key. For Total, View Total, Statistics and other ID functions,
you must switch the display to the single channel display by pressing DISPLAY.
To Change a Channel in the Multi-Channel Display
1) Highlight the channel you wish to change by pressing the UP (^) or DOWN (v) cursor keys.
2) Once highlighted enter the scan list position (1-32) or the channel number (1-1 to 6-32 using the decimal
point for the sub channel entry). Then press CHANNEL.
The new channel replaces the previous channel. If the channel is already on the display in another location, both will display the same information.
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To Switch Between Multi-Channel Display and Single Channel Displays
1) Highlight the channel you wish to see in the single channel mode by pressing the UP (^) or DOWN (v)
cursor keys.
2) Once highlighted press DISPLAY. The highlighted channel will appear in the single channel mode.
3) Perform any scale function while in the single channel mode.
4) To return to the multi-channel display, press DISPLAY.
Multi-ChannelPageDisplay
When a multi-channel display mode is selected that shows fewer channels than are available from the CellScale,
the user can view all channels with the page mode.
Any channel can appear on any page by changing the preset channel using the “To Change Scale Channel...”
procedure. This allows a primary channel to show always, and secondary channels to change using the ALPHA
key. This applies very well to the 3 channel preset display where one channel is large and the other 2 channels
are small.
To Change to the Next Page
Press the ALPHAkey. The next group of channels appears. The action of the ALPHAkey is circular, return-
ing to page 1 after the last page.
To Copy the Current Page
Sometimes it is advantageous to copy the current page and then make channel changes on the new page.
1) Press the ENTERkey. The entire screen will reverse.
2) Press the ALPHAkey. The new copied page will appear. Make modifications with the enter channel pro-
cedures as desired.
ZERO
To Delete the Current Page
1) Press the [0](SPACE)key.
2) Press the ALPHAkey. The current page will be deleted and the display will revert to the first page.
The 9850 will not allow the deletion of the last remaining page.
To Move Around in Pages
If you have many preset pages, you can move directly to pages by number entry.
1) Enter the number corresponding to the page you wish to see.
2) Press the ALPHAkey. The new page will appear.
Sets the zero reading of the scale. Use the ZERO key to take out small deviations in zero when the scale is
unloaded. (See “TARE SET” for zeroing (Taring) package or pallet weights)
To Zero
1) In single channel mode, go to step 2. In multi-channel mode, highlight a channel
with the up (^) or down (v) cursor keys to make it active.
2) Press ZERO. The weight reading must be stable within the motion window for
ZEROING
the zero function to work. The display temporarily reads “ZEROING” and then
“ZEROED” after the CellScale acknowledges the command. The scale digits
ZEROED
display 0 (or 0.0 or 0.00, etc..). The backup memory in the CellScale stores the
zero reading, and can restore it even if power fails.
The “ZEROING” and “ZEROED” messages may not be displayed on every zero request if the CellScale responds
instantly, but the scale will zero.
Zero Rules for Use:
1) Works in GROSS mode or NET mode. Zeroing while in Net mode will zero the gross weight causing the display
to show the negative Tare value.
2) The scale must be stable within the Motion window. The scale will not zero if the motion detect annunciator
is on. The CellScale will “remember” that it has a zero request for 2 seconds. If motion clears in that time,
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the scale will zero.
3) The scale will accept a zero setting over the full Range of the scale (NTEP and other Legal-for-trade models may
have a limited zero range). Zero settings above 4% of full scale will subtract from the overall capacity of the scale.
For example if you zero out 100 lb. on a 1000 lb. scale the overall capacity of the scale will reduce to 900 lb. plus
the allowed over-range amount.
TARE
Tare is typically used to zero out a known weight such as a packing container or pallet and display the load in
NET weight. A Tare value is entered in either of two ways:
1) PUSH BUTTON TARE – When the TAREkey is pressed, the current weight is zeroed and Net Weight is
displayed.
2) KEYBOARD TARE – Using the numeric keys, the operator keys in the desired Tare Weight then presses the
TAREKey.
For Pushbutton Tare
1) In single channel mode, go to step 2. In multi-channel mode, highlight a channel
with the up (^) or down (v) cursor keys to make it active.
2) Press TARE. The current Gross Weight will be stored in the Tare register and
the weight mode will change to NET (single display modes).
To Clear Tare and Revert to Gross Mode
If the goal is to see the Gross Weight, use the Net/Gross key instead.
1) In single channel mode, go to step 2. In multi-channel mode, highlight a channel with the
up (^) or down (v) cursor keys to make it active.
2) Press [0]followed by TARE. The Tare value will clear and the scale returns to the GROSS
mode.
Alternate method: Remove all weight from the scale (Gross Zero) and press TARE. The message display temporarily reads “TARING”.
Then the scale returns to the GROSS mode.
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TARING
To Keyboard Tare
1) In single channel mode, go to step 2. In multi-channel mode, highlight a channel with
the up (^) or down (v) cursor keys to make it active.
2) Using the numeric keys input the value desired. In this example we’ll use 0.5 lb. as
a Tare Value. Press [0][.][5]. The Enter Line displays “0.5”.
You must place a leading zero if the Tare value is less than 1.
3) Press TAREto place the value in the Tare Register (Current Channel, current ID).
The display reads “TARE SET” when the CellScale responds. All subsequent readings have the Tare value subtracted and are displayed in “NET” weight.
To View and/or Change the Tare Value
1) In single channel mode, go to step 2. In multi-channel mode, highlight a channel with
the up (^) or down (v) cursor keys to make it active.
2) Press ENTERfollowed by TARE.
3) The display shows the current Tare value for 5 seconds
You can edit the Tare value from this screen by pressing number keys.
To View the Tare Value on the LED Display
The default function for ENTER-NET/GROSS is “View Tare”. This function can also be assigned to any F-Key.
1) In single channel mode, go to step 2. In multi-channel mode, highlight a channel with
the up (^) or down (v) cursor keys to make it active and place it on the LED.
2) Press
ENTERfollowed by DISPLAY.
3) The LED display shows the current Tare value for 5 seconds
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TARE SETTINGS
-CHANNEL NAME or NUM-
1
Disable Auto Clear
2 Set Clear on Minus
3 Set Clear on Total
4
Tare by Product ID
5 Same Tare All ID’s
Shortcut
TARE SETTINGS
ESC
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SETUP
TARE
T
6
PQR
7
STU
Tare - Rules for Use:
1) Only positive gross weight readings can be tared. Weight can be tared in both the NET and GROSS modes.
When in the NET mode, the TARE is not cumulative, all the weight is tared off (to Net zero).
2) The motion annunciator must be off. The weight reading must be stable.
3) Setting or changing the tare has no effect on the Gross zero setting.
4) Taring will reduce the apparent over range of the scale. For example, taring a 10 lb. container on a 60 lb.
scale, the scale will overload at a net weight of 50 lb. (60-10) plus any additional allowed overload (usually
~4% or 9d).
5) The scale stores the Tare value in the current ID Code memory until cleared. Each available ID Code can
store independent Tare values.
MultipleTareMemories
The 9850 is capable of storing Tare values through the use of the ID Codes. Each ID code stores an independent
Tare. See Section 3 “ID Codes” for more information.
SETUPTAREMENU
Programs the automatic TARE Clear function (Auto Clear), and the various Tare Modes including a means to
disable Tare.
1-3AUTOTARECLEAR
The Auto Tare Clear is intended to automate loading operations where packaging must be tared out, but there is a
risk that the operator will forget to re tare each new package. It does this by automatically clearing the tare value
and reverting the weight mode back to Gross. The Setup Tare menu permits three modes of Auto Tare Clear: 1)
Disabled. 2) Set Clear on Minus - When the Net Weight goes negative (as it will when a tared package is removed),
the Tare value is cleared and the weight mode reverts to Gross. 3) Set Clear on Total - When the Total function
is enacted, the Tare value is cleared and the weight mode reverts to Gross.
4-5UNIVERSALTARE
The Universal Tare feature allows a single Tare value to be shared by all ID Codes. With “Same Tare All IDs”
enabled the individual Tares stored with each ID Code are ignored (but not erased). Selecting “Tare by Product
ID” will restore the original Tare values. Universal Tare is intended for those applications where a common carrier or pallet is used, but multiple ID Codes are necessary for data collection. To select Universal Tare choose
“Same Tare All ID’s” on the TARE SETUP MENU. This effects all IDs on any given scale channel, but not the
IDs associated with other scale channels.
Tare Settings Menu
1) In single channel mode, go to step 2. In multichannel mode, highlight a channel with the up
(^) or down (v) cursor keys to make it active.
2) Standard Metho d - Press SETUP. Select
“MORE” [7]. Select “Tare Setup” [6].
Shortcut Method - Press SETUPfollowed by
TARE.
Set Auto Clear Mode with the 1-3 keys. Only 1 item from 1-3 can be enabled at a time. Set the Universal Tare
mode with the 4-5 keys.
1 Disable Auto Clear – Pressing the[1]key turns off the function (default).
2 Set Clear on Minus – When the Net Weight goes negative (as it will when a tared package is removed), the
Tare value is cleared and the weight mode reverts to Gross.
3 Set Clear on Total – When the Total function is enacted, the Tare value is cleared and the weight mode reverts
to Gross.
4 Tare by Product ID – Each ID has a unique Tare when this selection is chosen (default).
5 Same Tare All ID’s – Pressing the [5]key enables the Universal Tare Mode.
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NET/GROSS
Switches the display between Net and Gross modes. Net Weight is defined as Gross Weight minus a Tare
Weight.
To Switch Between Net Mode and Gross Mode press the NET/GROSS key.
The NET/GROSS key will only function if a Tare value has been established for the current channel. The Net/
Gross function will affect all meters displaying this channel.
Switching back to Gross mode from Net mode will not clear the Tare value. This allows the operator to use the Gross Mode temporarily without having to reestablish
the Tare value. Only manually clearing the Tare or setting a new Tare will change the tare value held before switching into Gross Mode. In displays that include the
Net and Gross readings, the NET/GROSS key has no effect since both weight types are already displayed. However, other units displaying just one weight type will
change, as well as print strings using @V1 or @W1 and Set Points programmed for NET/GROSS values.
OIML Legal-for-trade units only: The NET/GROSS key is temporary action only. The Gross weight is displayed for 2 seconds and then the display
returns to the Net Mode. The only way to return to permanent Gross readings is to clear the Tare (see Clear Tare procedure).
UNITS
Allows easy weight units conversions. Up to 9 Units are available. See “SETUP UNITS” in the CellScale Manual
for details on activating the available units. Since Units are stored with each ID Code, the menu item for changing units is found in the “Product ID Codes” Menu. See section 3. Alternately, if changing Units is a common
operation, a Function key can be programmed for the task. For example, if
change the current unit by pressing [F5]. Each subsequent available unit will be found with repeated presses of
the [F5]key.
Legal for Trade 9850’s have F5 defaulted to the UNITS function.
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PEAKHOLD(FUNCTIONKEYOPTION)
Peak Hold is disallowed in Legal-for-trade systems.
Allows monitoring peak weight. Uses a special mode of the CellScale’s A/D converter for capturing transient
events.
To Capture Peak Weight Readings
1) Program a FUNCTION key for “Toggle Peak Hold” (See Section 4).
2) Turn on the Peak Hold mode by pressing the selected FUNCTIONkey. The display reads “PN” for Peak
Net readings, or “P” for Peak Gross to indicate peak hold mode is enabled. The display will only update
when a greater value than previously recorded is detected.
To Clear Peak Weight Readings
Turn off the Peak mode by pressing the FUNCTIONkey programmed as “Toggle Peak Hold”. The display
reverts to Gross or Net and clears the peak value from memory.
Peak Hold captures data at a reading rate set up by the CellScale A/D parameters. For High Speed Peak Hold, use a faster A/D rate. See CellScale
Manual.
SEND/PRINT
Sends the current displayed reading to the Comm Port, the Data Logging Memory, or to a remote RF Host. Any
or all weight, time, date, and scale parameter functions can be printed as set in the Print Setup Mode (Section 9).
The action of the Send/Printkey is controlled by the function key setup (Section 4).
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Sequences through
all Fonts and test
screens. 2 seconds
per screen.
To return to the
startup screen
To return to the
weight display
To hold current screen
ESC
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SETUP
ESC
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POWER
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EXIT
EXIT
DISPLAYTEST
Starts a display test to observe all display characters. The Info and Weight displays cycle through their character
sets.
To Start the Display Test
1) Press the POWERkey followed quickly
by the ESCkey. The MSI-9850 startup
screen will appear.
2) Press the TAREkey. The display test will
start. Each test screen will last 2 seconds.
3) To freeze on any screen, press the [3] key.
To continue the display test, press [3]
again.
4) To return to the weight mode display, press
EXIT(DISPLAY) twice.
Additional test are performed on the Weight Display by pressing the RightCursor key. Single segments of the
weight display will light on each successive press. This is useful in finding bad segments or cross talking segments. Only one segment should be on at a time in this mode.
Display test is available as a function key choice and is the default function for ENTER-F10 (Display).
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SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
FUNCTION KEY ASSIGNS
1 F1 is Add to Total
2 F2 is Next Channel
3 F3 is Send to CS
4 F4 is Next Address
5 F5 is View Total
6 F6 is Next Prod ID
7 Enter-FKey Assigns
Any Number Key 1-6
F4 shown for example
SELECT FOR F4 FROM
1 Standard Functions
2 Chan, ID, and Addr
3 Total, Stats, Tests
4 Send and Printing
5 Edit Print & BarCd
6 Text Messaging
7 Datalog 8 Set Pts
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Print 9750 Comm 1
2 Send All & Print
3 Send to CS Host 1
4 Print & Send Host 1
5 Send to CSRF Host 3
6 Print & Send Host 3
7 MORE 1/2
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Send to CSRF Host 4
2 Print & Send Host 4
3 Send to CSRF Host 5
4 Print & Send Host 5
5 Print Aux to Comm 1
6 Start/Stop Comm 1
7 MORE 2/2
7
SELECT FOR E1 FROM
1 Standard Functions
2 Chan, ID, and Addr
3 Total, Stats, Test
4 Send and Printing
5 Edit Print & BarCd
6 Text Messaging
7 Datalog 8 Set Pts
ENTER-FKEY ASSIGNS
1 E1 is Clr Last ∑
2 E2 is Back Channel
3 E3 is Print Comm 1
4 E4 is Back Address
5 E5 is View Grand ∑
6 E6 is New Prod ID
Any Number Key 1-6
ENTER-F1 shown
for example
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Disabled
2 Default
3 Disp Date & Time
4 View Totals
5 Display Set Points
6 Clear Latched SP’s
7 Toggle Peak Hold
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Enter ID String 1
2 Enter ID String 2
3 New Product ID
4 Show Last Channel
5 Show Last Prod ID
6 Show Last Address
7 Clear ID & Bar Strs
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Clear Last Total
2 Show Statistics
3 SHow Grand Totals
4 RF Site Testing
5 Display Test Chars
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Edit CS Print Str
2 Edit Print String
3 Edit CSRF Host 3
4 Edit CSRF Host 4
5 Edit CSRF Host 5
6 Clear ID & Bar Strs
7 MORE 1/2
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Store to Memory 1
2 Store to Memory 2
3 Store to Memory
4 Aux to Memory 1
5 Aux to Memory 2
6 Aux to Memory
7 Data Logging Cntl
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Send Message to 1
2 Send Message All
3 Send Message to 3
4 Send Message to 4
5 Send Message to 5
6 Reply Last Message
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Enable Set Points
2 Disable Set Points
3 Enable/Disable SP’s
4 Set Pt Momentary
5 Set Pt On
6 Set Pt Off
7 Set Pt Push On/Off
SELECT SET POINT
ESC exits no change
ENTER edits value
0-9 replaces value
min = 1, max = 32
^ inc, v decs value
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Get Barcode 1
2 Get Barcode 2
3 Get Barcode 3
4 Get Barcode 4
5 Get All Barcodes
7 MORE 2/2
7
SETUP SELECT MENU
FUNCTION KEY ASSIGNS
SELECT FOR F4 FROM
ENTER-FKEY ASSIGNS
SELECT FOR E1 FROM
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
SELECT SET POINT
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
Defaults Shown
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1
ESC
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SETUP
SECTION4–FUNCTIONKEYS
SETUPFUNCTIONKEYS
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The 9850 has 10 FUNCTION keys that can be programmed to any of several functions. The default functions
are: ID, DATA 1, DATA 2, DATA 3, RF ADDRESS, PRINT (Comm 1), CHANNEL, TOTAL, VIEW TOTAL, and
DISPLAY. These default functions are printed on the front panel. Each key can be programmed for other functions. For example, the TOTAL key can be changed into a UNITS key. Also any of the ten keys can be disabled.
Each of the ten function key can also be assigned a 2nd shifted function. This shifted function is enacted by first
pressing the ENTER key, followed by the desired function key.
To Define the Function Keys
1) Press SETUP. The first Setup
Menu appears.
2) Press [1]. The “FUNCTION
KEY ASSIGNS” menu appears.
Shown here is the list of all
6 function keys as currently
assigned.
3) Choose the key you wish to reassign. Make sure you pick a key
whose default function is not
needed, as defaults are not available for reassignment. In this
example we’ll pick F4. This is a
logical choice in single systems
where only one Network needs
to be monitored.
4) There are 7 categories of Function Key assignments. Use the
[1] - [7] keys to pick the basic
category.
5) Sel ect a new Funct i on key
assignment by selecting the
number from 1-7. Selecting
a function returns you to the
“FUNCTION KEY ASSIGNS”
menu with the new choice now
shown.
Enter (shift e d ) F-K e ys ar e
assigned in a similar fashion by
selecting[7] from the “FUNC-
TION KEY ASSIGNS” menu.
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DEFAULTFUNCTIONKEYS
NextProductID .............F1. When pressed, switches to the next available ID Code defined for the current
channel. When preceded by a number, will switch directly to the numbered ID. This
always works, even if F6 is programmed for another function.
DATA1 .............................F2. Get Data for field Bar Code 1.
DATA2 .............................F3. Get Data for field Bar Code 2.
DATA3 .............................F4. Get Data for field Bar Code 3.
RFAddress ....................F5. When pressed, switches to the next available Network Address. When preceded
by a number (0-63), will switch directly to the numbered network. This always works,
even if F5 is programmed for another function.
XmitAll ............................F6. Causes all programmed strings to Output, both local Comm Ports 1 and 2, and the
Host Comm Ports 1, 3, 4, and 5.
NextChannel .................F7. When pressed, changes to the next channel in the Scan Index. Switch between
selected scale channels. If preceded by a number (1-32), the display will show the
chosen channel position from the Channel scan list. This always works, even if F7 is
programmed for another function.
AddtoTotal ....................F8. Add the current weight to the total, or Auto Total On/Off while unit is in Auto-Total
modes.
ViewTotalLED ..............F9. Switches the LCD to display current ID Total values and shows the Total Weight
on the LED Display for 3 seconds.
Display ............................F10. Switches LCD screen between single channel and multi-channel displays.
DEFAULTENTER-FUNCTIONKEYS
(shifted functions)
NewID .............................ENTER-F1. Brings up text entry screen for creation of a new ID.
UserString1 ..................ENTER-F2. Text entry screen for ID User String 1.
UserString2 ..................ENTER-F3. Text entry screen for ID User String 2.
DATA4 .............................ENTER-F4. Get Data for field Bar Code 4.
BackRFAddress ..........ENTER-F5. When pressed, steps back one position in the available Network Address
SendtoCS .....................ENTER-F6. Tells the CellScale master to output its virtual Comm Port 3.
BackChannel ................ENTER-F7. When pressed, steps back one channel in the Scan Index.
ClearLastTotal .............ENTER-F8. Deletes the previously totaled weight.
ViewGrandTotal ..........ENTER-F9. Switches LCD to Grand Total (of all IDs) display screen.
TestDisplays .................ENTER-F10. Starts Display Test.
DEFAULTEXTERNAL(P2)SWITCHES
Power ...............................X1. Turns the Power On and Off.
Zero ..................................X2. Performs Scale Zero function (current focus channel).
AddtoTotal ....................X3. Adds the current weight to the Total.
Disabled ..........................X4. No default function assigned. This line is often used to drive an external power
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ViewTotal(∑) .................R1. Switches LCD screen to display current ID Total values. Shows Total on Large
Total .................................R2. Add to Total. Also functions as Total On/ Total Off in Auto-Total modes.
Net/Gross ........................R3. Toggles focus channel between Net and Gross displays.
Tare ...................................R4. Tares current weight and displays Net weight.
F2 ......................................R5. Send. ????
F1 ......................................R6. Shift RF ????
Zero ..................................R7. Zeros the scale (current focus channel).
Power ...............................R8. 9850 Power On/Off. This is the only key function not changeable.
list.
LED.
LED for 3 seconds.
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ViewTotal(∑) .................R1. Switches LCD screen to display current ID Total values. Shows Total on Large
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Total .................................R2. Add to Total. Also functions as Total On/ Total Off in Auto-Total modes.
Net/Gross ........................R3. Toggles focus channel between Net and Gross displays.
Tare ...................................R4. Tares current weight and displays Net weight.
F2 ......................................R5. Send. ????
F1 ......................................R6. Shift RF ????
Zero ..................................R7. Zeros the scale (current focus channel).
Power ...............................R8. 9850 Power On/Off. This is the only key function not changeable.
AVAILABLEF-KEY&SWITCHFUNCTIONS
1–StandardFunctionsGroup
Disabled ..........................No function assigned.
Default .............................Returns key to default function. The default function is printed above the key (F-Key
DispDateandTime ......Turns the LC display into a clock with date. Toggles.
ChangeUnits .................1 button access to switching weight units. Available units are defined by the
TogglePeakHold .........Captures maximum readings. Toggles on and off.
RFRemoteShiftKey ...Use to make alternative functions of the RF Remote keys. This appears only on when
Display ............................????
Moved “Display Set Points” and “Clear Latched SP’s” to the Set Points Menu
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2–Channel,ID,andAddressGroup
NextProdID ...................Default for F1.When pressed, switches to the next available ID Code defined for the
current channel. When preceded by a number, will switch directly to the numbered
ID.
NewProdID ...................Default for Enter-F1. Brings up text entry screen. When a name is entered, a new
Product ID is created in the connected CellScale (limited to 32 total IDs).
ShowLastProdID .......Steps current active Product ID back one position in the Product ID list.
ShowNextChannel .....Default for F7. Steps current active channel forward one position in the scan list.
ShowLastChannel ......Default for Enter-F7. Steps current active channel back one position in the scan list.
NextRFAddress ...........Default for F5. Steps current active Network Address forward one position in the
Network Scan list.
LastRFAddress ...........Default for Enter-F4. Steps current active Network Address back one position in the
Network Scan list.
Moved “Enter ID String 1” and “Enter ID String 2” to the Edit Strings Group. Moved “Clear ID and Bar Strings” to the Bar Code Group
3–Total&StatisticsGroup
AddtoTotal ....................Default for F8. Add the current weight to the total, or Auto Total On/Off while unit is
in Auto-Total modes.
ViewTotal .......................Default for F9. Displays Total on the LCD and temporary Total display on the LED.
ClearLastTotal .............Default for Enter-F1. Clears just the last weight added to the total, and decrements the
weighments counter.
ClearTotal ......................Clears the Total and statistics registers for the current ID.
ViewStatistics ...............Toggles the Statistics display on and off.
ViewGrandTotals ........Default for Enter-F5. Toggles the Grand Total display on and off.
Moved “RF Site Testing” and “Display Test Codes” to the new Tests Group. Moved “Get Barcode 4” and “Get All Barcodes” to the new Bar Code Group
????–TestsGroup
RFSiteTesting ..............Used to setup CellScale networks and test for adequate range.
DisplayTestChars .......Tests the LC and LED Displays. Displays all programmed fonts and symbols.
4–SendRFandPrintingGroup
This group contains two sub-menus. Press
Print9850Comm1 .......Default for Enter-F3. Outputs Comm 1 print string to the Comm 1 connector.
Print9850Comm2 .......Outputs Comm 2 print string to the Comm 2 connector.
Print9850Comm1&2 ..Outputs programmed strings out both 9850 Comm Ports.
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PrintAuxtoComm1 ...Sends the Aux 1 string directly to Comm Port 1.
PrintAuxtoComm2 ...Sends the Aux 2 string directly to Comm Port 2.
PrintAuxtoComm’s ...Sends both Aux strings to their respective Comm Ports.
SendtoCSRFHost1 ...Tells the Master CellScale to output its Host 1 output string (CellScale local Comm
Port)
SendtoCSRFHost3 ...Tells the Master CellScale to output it’s Host3 print string.
SendtoCSRFHost4 ...Tells the Master CellScale to output it’s Host1 print string.
SendtoCSRFHost5 ...Tells the Master CellScale to output it’s Host5 print string.
SendtoCSRFHosts ....Tells the Master CellScale to output all connected print strings.
Print1SendHost1 ......Outputs Comm 1 print string to the Comm 1 connector, and tells the CellScale to output
it’s Host1 print string.
Print2SendHost1 ......Outputs Comm 2 print string to the Comm 2 connector, and tells the CellScale to output
it’s Host1 print string.
Print&SendHost1 .....Outputs both 9850 Comm Port print strings out their respective connectors, and tells
the CellScale to output it’s Host1 print string.
Print1SendHost3 ......Outputs Comm 1 print string to the Comm 1 connector, and tells the CellScale to output
it’s Host3 print string.
Print2SendHost3 ......Outputs Comm 2 print string to the Comm 2 connector, and tells the CellScale to output
it’s Host3 print string.
Print&SendHost3 .....Outputs both 9850 Comm Port print strings out their respective connectors, and tells
the CellScale to output it’s Host3 print string.
Print1SendHost4 ......Outputs Comm 1 print string to the Comm 1 connector, and tells the CellScale to output
it’s Host4 print string.
Print2SendHost4 ......Outputs Comm 2 print string to the Comm 2 connector, and tells the CellScale to output
it’s Host4 print string.
Print&SendHost4 .....Outputs both 9850 Comm Port print strings out their respective connectors, and tells
the CellScale to output it’s Host4 print string.
Print1SendHost5 ......Outputs Comm 1 print string to the Comm 1 connector, and tells the CellScale to output
it’s Host5 print string.
Print2SendHost5 ......Outputs Comm 2 print string to the Comm 2 connector, and tells the CellScale to output
it’s Host5 print string.
Print&SendHost5 .....Outputs both 9850 Comm Port print strings out their respective connectors, and tells
the CellScale to output it’s Host5 print string.
SendAll&Print1 .........Tells the CellScale to output all of its print strings and the 9850 to output the Comm
Port 1 String.
SendAll&Print2 .........Tells the CellScale to output all of its print strings and the 9850 to output the Comm
Port 2 String.
SendAll&PrintAll .......Tells the CellScale to output all of its print strings and the 9850 to output both Comm
Port Strings.
Start/StopComm1 .......If the Comm 1 print string is set to an automatic or continuous output mode, this func-
tion key will act as a start/stop print key.
Start/StopComm2 .......If the Comm 2 print string is set to an automatic or continuous output mode, this func-
tion key will act as a start/stop print key.
5–EditStrings
EditCSString ..............Allows direct entry into the Master CellScale Comm 1 print string edit screen. This
EditPrintString1 .........Allows direct entry into the 9850 Comm 1 print string edit screen. This is the print
EditPrintString2 .........Allows direct entry into the 9850 Comm 2 print string edit screen. This is the print
EditAuxString1 ...........Allows direct entry into the 9850 Comm 1 aux print string edit screen.
EditAuxString2 ...........Allows direct entry into the 9850 Comm 2 aux print string edit screen.
EditCSRFHost3 ..........Allows the 9850 to edit the CellScales RF Host 3 string which is used to communicate
EditCSRFHost4 ..........Allows the 9850 to edit the CellScales RF Host 4 string which is used to communicate
EditCSRFHost5 ..........Allows the 9850 to edit the CellScales RF Host 5 string which is used to communicate
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print string outputs on the CellScale Comm Port 1 connector.
string used for Data Logging as well as printing out the 9850 Comm Port 1.
string used for printing out the 9850 Comm Port 2.
with remote modems.
with remote modems.
with remote modems.
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EnterIDString1 ...........Allows direct entry of ID String 1 which can be used for any text entries.
EnterIDString2 ...........Allows direct entry of ID String 2 which can be used for any text entries.
Moved “Start/Stop Comm 1” and “Start/Stop Comm 2” to the SEND/PRINT Group. Moved all the Print choices to the SEND/PRINT group.
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GetBarCode1 ...............Opens Bar Code 1’s input entry buffer to receive data from Comm Port 2.
GetBarCode2 ...............Opens Bar Code 2’s input entry buffer to receive data from Comm Port 2.
GetBarCode3 ...............Opens Bar Code 3’s input entry buffer to receive data from Comm Port 2.
GetBarCode4 ...............Opens Bar Code 4’s input entry buffer to receive data from Comm Port 2.
GetAllBarCodes ..........Programs key to open all enabled bar code buffers in order. All bar codes must be
assigned a length in the autostart bar code menu. Can include ID print strings.
ClearID&BarStrings Clears all ID and Bar Code Strings. ???? Clear Strings Move to Bar Code ????
6–TextMessagingGroup
SendMessageto1 .......Sends Message String to CellScale Comm Port 1.
SendMessagetoAll ....Sends Message String to CellScale Comm Port 1 and to CellScale RF Host 3, 4, and
5.
SendMessageto3 .......Sends Message String to CellScale RF Host 3.
SendMessageto4 .......Sends Message String to CellScale RF Host 4.
SendMessageto5 .......Sends Message String to CellScale RF Host 5.
ReplyLastMessage ....Send Reply to source of last received message.
7–DataLoggingGroup
StoretoMemory1 ........Outputs Comm 1 print string to data logging memory 1.
StoretoMemory2 ........Outputs Comm 1 print string to data logging memory 2.
StoretoMemory ...........Outputs Comm 1 print string to data logging memory 1 or 2 depending on the setting
in the Data Logging Control menu.
AuxtoMemory1 ..........Outputs the Auxiliary string to data logging memory 1.
AuxtoMemory2 ..........Outputs the Auxiliary string to data logging memory 2.
AuxtoMemory ..............Outputs the Auxiliary string to data logging memory 1 or 2 depending on the setting
in the Data Logging Control menu.
DataLoggingCntl ........Brings up the Data Logging control menu for uploading and erasing data.
8–SetPointGroup
EnableSetPoints .........Enables the Set Points by F-Key push. Used for Start.
DisableSetPoints ........Disables the Set Points by F-Key push. Used for Stop.
Enable/DisableSPs ......Push On/Push Off control of Set Points
SetPtMomentary .........Enables remote Set Point Relay while being pushed. Sub-menu specifies which Set
Point is forced on.
SetPtOn .........................Turns remote Set Point Relay on. Specify Set Point in Sub-menu.
SetPtOff ........................Turns remote Set Pont Relay off. Specify Set Point in Sub-menu.
SetPtPushOn/Off .......Toggles Set Point Relay on/off. Specify Set Point in Sub-menu.
ClearLatchedSP’s .......Clears any latched Set Point. However, if the Set Point is still triggered this key will
not turn it off.
DisplaySetPoints ........Observe current status of Set Points. Configure set points. ???? Move to tests????
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F1 = ID Numbr
F2 = Get Bar1
F3 = Get Bar2
F4 = Get Bar3
F5 = Address
F6 = Print 2
F7 = Channel
F8 = Total
F9 = View Total
F10= Display
Ent F1 = New ID
Ent F2 = User String1
Ent F3 = User String2
Ent F4 = Get Bar4
Ent F5 = Last Addr
Ent F6 = Send
Ent F7 = Last Channel
Ent F8 = Clr Last ∑
Ent F9 = Grand Total
Ent F10= Select LED
SW1 = Units
SW2 = Zero
SW3 = Tare
SW4 = Disabled
RF1 = View ∑
RF2 = Total
RF3 = Net/Gross
RF4 = Tare
RF5 = Send
RF6 = Print1
RF7 = Zero
RF8 = Power
SRF1 = New ID
SRF2 =
SRF3 =
SRF4 =
SRF5 =
SRF6 =
SRF7 =
SRF8 = More
SRF1 = Disabled
SRF2 = Disabled
SRF3 = Disabled
SRF4 = Disabled
SRF5 = Disabled
SRF6 = Disabled
SRF7 = Disabled
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The “Enter ID String 1” and “Enter ID String 2” function keys provide the user some additional capabilities.
When designating a key for these text entry modes, the 9850 brings up a text entry screen that allows you to give
a custom 8 character label for the ID String. Once the label is entered, when the Function Key is pressed, the
resulting text entry screen will display the custom label. For example, you can program F1 as “Enter ID String 1”
and on the text entry screen, type in “Operator”. Now, whenever F1 is pressed, the text entry screen will display
“Operator” to show the user what type of data is expected.
In addition, the text entry screen allows you to preprogram what type of data, (numeric, upper case alpha, or lower
case alpha) the string will default to, what font size (small, medium, or large), and the screen format (full screen,
no menu items, or standard with menu items). Later, when the function key is pressed, the text entry screen will
come up in the mode that was set when the label was programmed. This allows you to preset the text entry for
numbers only or for text. See “General Text Entry” for details on how to enter strings.
QuickViewofFunctionKeys
The 9850 provides a quick way to view the assigned function keys.
1) From any Weight Display press ENTER twice.
The current assigned functions for F1-F8 are
displayed.
2) Use the Down Cursor key to see F9-F10 and
the Enter (Shifted) Function Keys Ent F1-F6.
3) Press the Down Cursor key again to see the
remaining Enter F-keys, Ent F7-F10, and the
assigned functions for SW1-SW4 (External
cable switches found on P3).
4) Press the Down Cursor key to see the assigned
RF Remote keys, RF1-RF8. These correspond
to the MSI RF Remote option.
3) Wait 20 seconds or press ESCto return to the
weight display.
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NET
GROSS
F2
ZERO
F1
TARE
TOTAL
VIEW ∑
F3
F4
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SECTION5–RFREMOTECONTROLOPTION
DESCRIPTION
MSI-9850 Series RF Indicators can be equipped with an RF Remote Control (RFRC). The RFRC is a transmit
only device that can be used to perform basic scale functions. The default switch functions can be changed in
the Function Key menus and used for any 9850 programmble functions. It does not have the range of the Spread
Spectrum modems built into the CellScale equipment and is intended for local control only. Range will vary from
25’ to 100’ depending on room conditions and line of sight to the display. The remote receiving antenna is behind
the red lens of the meter and best range will occur when the display is visible to the operator using the RFRC.
One big advantage the RFRC provides is the ability to turn the 9850 on remotely. The RFRC is available in three
versions differing only in transmit frequency. The standard version operates at 418MHz. Available alternative
frequencies are 315MHz and 433MHz.
FUNCTIONS
The default functions of the RF Remote control duplicates the functions of the
front panel keys on MSI-9850 RF Indicator. The POWER, ZERO, NET/GROSS,
TARE, TOTAL, and VIEW TOTAL keys function identically. The TOTAL still
needs to be enabled and configured in the Master CellScale before the Total features will function properly.
The F1 and F2 keys do not correspond to F1 or F2 on the 9850 and can be programmed independently. The default function of the RFRC F1 key is “Print Comm
1&2”. The F2 key defaults to “Send All” which triggers a remote print through
the master CellScale. When F2 is pressed, the Host CellScale (or Crane Scale)
will output the data strings programmed in CellScale Comm Ports 1, 3, 4 and 5.
This data string can be used in a variety of ways. For example, a remote printer
can be connected to the MSI-9020 CellModem. When F2 is pressed, the remote
printer could print the weight along with time, date, total weight, or any other
data parameter available from the embedded CellScale. Another common use is
to send the weight data to a computer configured to data log the information to
a database.
For information on Data Strings and the use of the hardwired and wireless Comm
Ports, refer to the MSI-9000 CellScale Users Guide. Every key except Power on
the RF Remote can be reconfigured for custom applications using the procedures
in Section 4. More features can be controlled by setting the function of one of the
keys to “SHIFT”. This expands the total functions available from 8 to 15 (Power,
Shift, and 6 other functions, plus seven shifted functions).
Using the Set Point On/Off features, the RF Remote can also be used to control
remote relays.
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SETTINGTHETRANSMITTERADDRESS
In order to allow the formation of up to 1024 unique Transmitter-Receiver relationships, the transmitter’s address
may be selected using internal DIP switches as shown.
The switches are accessed by removing the DIP-switch
access cover.
If the switch is on, the address line is connected to ground, otherwise it is floating.
The receiver’s address must match in order for the units to communicate.
MSI supplies the transmitter and receiver as a matched set
with the DIP switches already configured. A replacement
RFRC will only need to have the transmitter DIP switch
set. To change the DIP switch in the receiver requires
disassembly of the crane scale front casting.
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Due to differing DIP switch styles, the receiver DIP switch appears opposite to that
of the transmitter. On the receiver, the OFF position is on the right, and the ON
position is on the left.
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CONTENTIONCONSIDERATIONS
It is important to understand that only one transmitter at a time can be activated within a reception area. While
the transmitted signal consists of encoded digital data, only one carrier of any frequency can occupy airspace
without contention at any given time.
BATTERYREPLACEMENT
The remote unit utilizes a CR-2032 Button Lithium Cell. In normal use it
will provide 1-2 years of operation. Access for replacement is accomplished
by removing the battery access cover by pressing down firmly on the label
area and sliding it off. Once the unit is open, remove the battery by sliding it
from beneath the holder. Replace the cell with the same type while observing the polarity shown.
RFREMOTECONTROLFCCSTATEMENT
INSTRUCTION TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect
the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer
or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device, pursuant to FCC
Rules. In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables must be used with this equipment.
Operation with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception. The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made to the equipment without the approval of
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment
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TotalCounter
PrintString1(20Characters)
TotalRegister
DisplayMode(NetorGross)
AverageWt
MinimumWt
MaximumWt
StandardDeviation
CoefofVariance
TotalRegister
IDCODENAME
Upto8Characters
IDCODENAME
Upto8Characters
TareRegister
PrintString2(20Characters)
Upto32
IDCodes
32IDCodes
Units(lb,kg,etc.)
SECTION6–IDCODES
• The CellScale can store 32 ID codes. The 9850 controls which ID Code is in use.
• Each ID Code stores a Tare Value, a Total Value, a weighment counter, display mode (Net, Gross, Peak, etc...),
Unit (lb., kg, ton, etc.), and two 20 byte ID code strings. Each ID code also computes and stores statistics of
Average, Min., Max., Standard Deviation, and Coefficient of Variance.
• ID Codes are created when a new name is entered by the user. The name can be all numbers, all letters, or a
combination of numerals and letters. Once the name is entered by the user, the CellScale scans its memory
to see if the ID Code already exists. If it does, all new totaled weighments are added to the previously totaled
weighments, and any preexisting Tare value will be used for NET weight computation. If the name did not
already exist, the CellScale creates a new ID Code.
• ID Codes are alphabetized when created using the standard ASCII convention.
• The 9850 uses the ID function key to scroll through all existing ID Codes as an alternate means of selecting
an existing ID code.
• The ID Strings are directly accessible by programming a Function key. The function key label can be customized on the LCD screen to indicate the usage of the string. Use the ID Strings for operator IDs, customer ID,
routing numbers, etc..
IDCODEORGANIZATION
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SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 BarCode
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
PRODUCT ID Chan X-X
Net XX ID IDName-1 New Product ID
2 ID Units kg
3 Edit ID Strings
4 Edit ID Name
5 Display Mode NORM
CLR Delete ID(s)
SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Channel & Calibrate
2 Scale Display Line
3 RF Modem
4 Comm 2 & Strings
5 Product ID Codes
6 Tare
7 MORE 2/2
Shortcut
Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 8 ENT Save
Pos 1
Prod ID Name
PRODUCT ID Chan X-X
Net XX ID IDName-1 Edit ID String 1
-ID String 12 Copy prev String 1
3 Edit ID String 2
-ID String 24 Copy prev String 2
2 ID Units kg
Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 20 ENT Save
Pos 1
ID String 1
2 ID Units lb
Steps through available units
(defined at CellScale)
1
1
Delete This ID
Are You Sure?
ENTER = Yes, Delete
ESC = No, Cancel
CLR = Delete All IDs
Delete All IDs
Are You Sure?
Deletes all Totals,
Stats,Names,Strings
ENTER = Delete All
ESC = No, Cancel
5 Display Mode NORM
5 Display Mode %
5 Display Mode OFF
SETUP SELECT MENU
SETUP SELECT MENU
PRODUCT ID Chan X-X
ZERO
CLR
0
ZERO
CLR
0
ESC
!
SETUP
ESC
!
SETUP
ID
F6
SETUPIDCODESMENU
Allows setup of ID Codes. A new ID can be created, the 8 character ID Name can be edited, two 20 character
print strings can be assigned to each ID Code. Also any or all IDs can be deleted from this menu.
In the Product ID menus the ID, CHANNEL, and ADDRESSkeys are active. This allows you to setup IDs for
all channels on any programmed network without leaving the menu.
PRODUCTIDMENU
1) New Product ID – Calls a text enter screen for creating a new
ID. Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter any name up to 8
characters.
See “General Text Entry” for further information for text entry.
2) ID Units – Pressing [2] steps through the available units for
this channel and selects the units used for this ID
3) Edit ID Strings – Brings up a submenu for selection of ID
String 1 or 2.
4) Edit ID Name – Allows editing the 8 character ID name without
creating a new ID.
5) Display Mode – Should usually be left in the default condition
of “NORM”. Pressing [5] selects a per cent display mode (1%
resolution), or display ID disabled mode (OFF).
CLR
Delete ID(s) – Deletes current displayed ID (won’t delete ID1,
the default ID). Returns to channel default ID1 when finished.
Press ENTER on the “Are You Sure?” screen to complete the
deletion. Any other key (except CLR) cancels the deletion.
From the “Are You Sure” screen, pressing CLRagain will
allow you to “Delete All IDs” – Deletes every ID on the active
channel. Press ENTER on the “Are You Sure?” screen to
complete the deletion. Any other key cancels the deletions.
EDITIDSTRINGSSUBMENU
1) Edit ID String 1 – Brings up a text entry screen. Enter or edit
up to 20 characters. The current ID string is shown below
selection 1.
2) Copy previous String 1 – Pressing 2 causes the last programmed String 1 to be copied into this IDs string 1. Use the
ID key or Channel key from this menu to activate other IDs
for the copy operation.
3) Edit ID String 2 – Brings up a text entry screen. Enter or edit
up to 20 characters. The current ID string is shown below
selection 3.
4) Copy previous String 2 – Pressing 2 causes the last programmed String 2 to be copied into this IDs string 2. Use the
ID key or Channel key from this menu to activate other IDs
for the copy operation.
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USINGIDCODES
To Create a New ID Code (Short method)
This procedure assumes the default for ENTER F6 has not been modified by the user.
1) Press ENTER, then ID[F6].
2) Using the numeric keypad enter a name for the new ID Code. Use the ALPHAkey to select letters as
required.
To Create a New ID Code (Using the Setup ID menu)
1) Press SETUP, then ID[F6] or SETUP, “MORE” [7], then “Product ID Codes” [5].
2) Select “New Product ID” [1]. This brings up a text entry screen.
3) Using the numeric keypad enter a name for the new ID Code. Use the ALPHAkey to select letters as
required.
To Access an Existing ID Code (Scroll through available IDs)
Press ID[F6]. Each press of the ID key steps to the next programmed ID on this channel.
To Access an Existing ID Code (find existing ID)
The process of accessing an existing ID Code is identical to the process of creating a new ID Code. When the 9850 detects an ID Code entry it always checks to
see if the Code already exists.
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1) Press ENTER, then ID[F6].
2) Using the numeric keypad enter the name for the desired ID Code. Use the ALPHAkey to select letters
as required.
To Access an existing ID Code (Using the Setup ID menu)
1) Press SETUP, then ID[F6] or SETUP, “MORE” [7], then “Product ID Codes” (5).
2) Select “New Product ID” [1]. This brings up a text entry screen.
3) Using the numeric keypad enter a name of an existing ID Code. Use the ALPHAkey to select letters as
required. If the CellScale detects a match, the existing ID Code will appear. If not, it will create a new
one.
DefaultIDCode
The 9850 maintains a default ID Code that functions identically to user entered ID Codes except that no name is
required. Any totals taken in the default ID Code are included in the grand total. The best way to recognize that
the default code is in operation is that it has no ID Code name. The default ID Code can be given a name using
“SETUP ID CODES”, but it will not be alphabetized, it will always be first on the list.
The default ID Code is number 1, therefore using the @C command (see section 7) will always start with #2 for user entered ID Codes.
To Scroll through Existing ID Codes
Press ID [F6]. All ID codes will appear in order for the selected channel.
To Delete an ID Code
This procedure will delete the current ID and all associated Totals and Statistics. Recall or scroll to the ID Code you wish to delete using either of the two methods
detailed previously.
1) Using the IDkey, find the ID Code you want to delete.
2) Press SETUP, then ID[F6].
3) From the “PRODUCT ID” menu select “Delete ID” CLR.
4) From the “Are You Sure” screen press
previous ID is now gone. Cancel the delete operation by pressing ESC(SETUP) or any key other than
ENTER.
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ENTERto delete the ID. The Channel will revert to ID1 and the
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To Delete all ID Codes
This procedure will delete all the product ID codes and all associated Names, Strings, Totals and Statistics for the current active channel. To delete all product IDs
for all channels, you must select a channel using the CHANNEL key, then repeat this procedure for each Channel.
1) Press SETUP, then ID[F6].
2) From the “PRODUCT ID” menu select “Delete ID” CLR.
3) From the “Are You Sure” screen press CLRto delete the all the product ID. The Channel will revert to
ID1 (default ID) and all other IDs are now gone. Cancel the delete operation by pressing ESC(Setup) or
any key other than ENTER or CLR.
Memory Full
When all 32 product IDs have been filled, the system will report Memory Full.
IDCODESTRING1&STRING2
Each ID code can be further identified with one or two ID Code Strings. A string is simply a set of alphanumeric
characters that can be displayed and/or printed. Each string can be up to 20 characters in length. The MSI “@
codes” can also be embedded in the string which provides an extremely versatile output capability. With @codes
the result of the 20 character ID string may be greatly expanded. Also ID strings can be embedded in the main
print string to combine them with other data. See Section 7 – Comm Ports, for more details on programming “@
codes”.
Use the ID Code Strings to set up a print string that changes with every ID code. Combined with the standard
Comm Port print strings, the ID strings can be used to design a very sophisticated bar code label with three fields
that change with every ID Code – the ID Code Name, and ID String 1 and 2.
The Function keys can be programmed to allow one button access to 1 or both ID Strings. This can be used for
Operator ID entry, or direct access to the label printer data when the ID string is embedded in the main Comm Port
output. Programming a function key for ID String 1 or ID String 2 also allows a text entry to identify the string.
For example, you could Label the key for ID String 1 “Operator” and ID String 2 “Customer”. Then by enabling
the function key labels, a clear identification of what the strings are for is on the LCD screen.
To Add or Edit an ID Code String
Select the ID Code you wish using the procedure "To Access an Existing ID Code" (previous page)
1) Press SETUP, then ID[F6] or SETUP, “MORE” [7], then “Product ID Codes” [5].
2) Select “Edit ID Strings”[3].
3) Select “Edit ID String 1” (or 2). This brings up a text entry screen.
4) Using the numeric keypad enter the ID string (up to 20 characters). Use the ALPHAkey to select letters
as required.
You can embed @codes in the ID string that will be interpreted when printed. However, when displayed on the LCD you’ll only see the @code as
entered.
To Access the ID Code Strings with the FUNCTION keys
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For this procedure to function, a FUNCTION key must be programmed for “Product ID String 1” and/or “String 2”. The key(s) used for
this purpose can be labeled to suit your needs (e.g. “CUSTOMER” or ‘OPERATOR”, etc.) See Section 4– FUNCTION KEY PROGRAM-
MING for details.
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SECTION7–TOTAL/STATISTICS
TOTAL
• The 9850 can add independent weighments together and keep a counter of how many weighments were added
(Totaled). The Weighments counter can be thought of as a box or palette counter.
• “TOTAL” always uses the displayed weight, so gross and net readings can be added into the same total.
• There are two modes of Totaling which are set in the SETUP TOTAL section. The Manual mode uses the
TOTALkey to add the current weight to the previously totaled value. The Auto mode will automatically add
the last, settled value to the total (or optionally the highest value). See “SETUP TOTAL” for instructions to
enable the AUTO TOTAL modes.
• Both modes have a means to prevent the same load from totaling twice. Once totaled, the load must be
removed from the scale before a new load can be added to the Total. Applied weight must be greater than
the Total Threshold before it can be totaled. See “SETUP TOTAL” for instructions on how to set the Total
Threshold.
To Total with the TOTALKey
(Unit must be setup to Manual Total mode)
Place the weight to be totaled on the scale. When the weight has stabilized, press the TOTALKey[F1].
The current weight is added to the total register. If the display is setup to display the total, the display gives
an indication of how many weighments have been totaled. i.e. 6 #. There may be a small delay before the
CellScale reports back to the 9850 the new Total and Total weighments.
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AUTOTOTAL
Rules for use:
1) The motion annunciator must be off, the scale must be stable unless motion is disabled in the Setup Total
menu.
2) Only readings above the High Threshold can be accumulated.
3) The scale adds the current reading (relative to the Net zero or Gross zero depending on mode) to the contents
of the accumulate register.
4) After a weighment is totaled, the weight must go below the Total Threshold before another weight can be
added to the total. This assures that a weight on the scale is only added to the total once.
SETUP Option, see “SETUP TOTAL” to enable Auto Total.
When the weight exceeds the Total Threshold the total function operates automatically.
There are 5 modes of Auto Total. Each mode is used in slightly different ways.
Mode 1, Autonorm: The displayed weight is held in a holding register and added when the weight returns below
the Total Threshold. The last settled reading is what will be used for totaling when the scale returns below the
Total Threshold. The user must make sure that while removing the load the scale does not stabilize enough for
a new reading or an erroneous weighment addition could occur. The last settled weight is actually added to the
total when the scale returns to below the Total Threshold.
Mode 2, Autopeak: The “AUTOPEAK” total mode works the same as Autonorm, except that the highest settled
reading will be used for totaling on return to zero, rather than the last settled reading.
Mode 3, Autoload: totals the applied weight as soon as the weight is stable (Motion Indicator off). Additional
weight cannot be totaled until the weight drops below the Total Threshold
Mode 4, Loaddrop: After pressing the
motion compensation option is installed in the CellScale), average of the current weight that ends when the weight
is dropped. This method is designed for commodity weighing of scrap metal, or other types of materials that are
loaded into rail cars, trucks, hoppers, etc., usually with a crane.
TOTALkey, the CellScale starts a long term, motion compensated (if the
OnAutonorm,Autopeak,andLoaddropmodes,theTotalisnotrecordeduntiltheweightisremoved
(weightdropsbelowthetotalthreshold).Whencombiningprintmodeswithtotals,thiscancausethe
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totaltolagbyonereading.UsetheAutoloadorOnacceptmodesifanimmediatecurrentweightand
totaledweightprintoutisrequired.
Mode 5, Onaccept: In conjunction with target weights set up in the set points menus, the Onaccept total mode
will automatically total settled readings that fall within the preselected accept weight window. See Section 8 “Set
Points” for information on setting accept limits.
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SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
TOTAL MODE
1
Disabled
2 Auto Load
3 Auto Norm
4 Auto Peak
5 On Accept
6 Manual
7 Load Drop
TOTAL SETTINGS
--Chan Name--
1 Mode DISABLED
2 Motion Check ON
3 High Threshold 11%
4 Low Threshold 10%
HIGH TOTAL THRESHOLD
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
1Ø
min = 1, max = 100
^ incs, v decs value
LOW TOTAL THRESHOLD
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
5
min = 0, max = 99
^ incs, v decs value
2 Motion Check ON
2 Motion Check OFF
SETUP SELECT MENU
TOTAL SETTINGS
TOTAL MODE
HIGH TOTAL THRESHOLD
LOW TOTAL THRESHOLD
or
ESC
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F1
TOTAL
6
PQR
2
DEF
1
ABC
3
GHI
4
JKL
Auto Total Operation
1) Enable the desired Auto Total mode in the “SETUP TOTAL” menu (see “SETUP TOTAL”). Select the
“AUTONORM”, “AUTOLOAD”, or the “AUTOPEAK” mode. Exit from the setup menu.
2) Use the TOTALkey to disable (“TTL OFF”) or enable (“TTL ON”) Auto Total.
3) Place the weight to be totaled on the scale.
4) Remove the weight. The screen will read “TOTALING” briefly, then return to the weight display.
The total key is used as a Total On, Total Off, toggle key which is indicated briefly on the message display (i.e. “TOTAL ON” or “TOTAL OFF”). Auto Totaling
will only occur in the TOTAL ON mode. This feature allows the user to turn off Auto Total for periods in which the scale needs to be used without adding to
the total. Turning the Auto Total off does not erase the current total. See “To Clear the Total Value” to learn how to erase the Total.
Rules for Auto Total:
1) Cannot be in motion. The weight must settle within the motion window.
2) Weight readings must be greater than the set High Total Threshold.
3) Each reading added to total must be preceded by a return to net or gross zero (below the Low Total Threshold).
SETUPTOTALMENU
Allows setting Totalizing parameters.
Firmware Version 5-XX for 2450 Modems
[1] TOTAL MODE – The Manual mode requires
that the TOTALkey is pressed when the weight
currently on the scale should be added to the
previously accumulated value. See description
on previous page of the 7 total modes.
[2] TOTAL MOTION – Enables or disables Motion
Detection for Manual Total. Has no effect on
AUTOTOTAL. This menu item controls whether
the scale has to be out of motion before it will
total. In certain high vibration applications it is
sometimes desirable to turn off the motion detect
so that Totalizing can occur. This feature is disabled for legal-for-trade systems.
[3] HIGH TOTAL THRESHOLD –
[4] LOW TOTAL THRESHOLD –
Sets the weight value above which Totalizing is
allowed. For example, setting the high threshold
to 10% on a 200 kg scale will set the threshold at
20 kg. Only weight above 20 kg will add to the
Total. Once totaled, the weight must return below
the Low Threshold to enable the next totalizing.
This prevents the same weight from being totaled
twice. Another example: On a scale with a capacity of 1000 kg the user desires to Auto Total all
weight that exceeds 50 kg. Since 50 kg is 5% of
1000 kg, the Total Threshold is set to 5%. The
Threshold is entered in 1% increments.
Minimum Thresholds are 1% for the high, and 0% for the low.
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To Set the Total Mode
The following example assumes the F1 function key is in its default mode of “TOTAL”.
1) Press SETUP.
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2) Press the TOTALswitch [F1] or select [6] Total.
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3) The current Total Mode is shown on selection 1.
4) Press the [1] key to bring up the “Total Mode Selection” menu.
5) Select the desired Total Mode with the numeric keys (1-7). You are returned to the “Total Status” with the
new mode indicated on selection 1.
6) Motion Setting – If totals are allowed before the scale settles, disable Motion by pressing
[2]. Disabling
Motion should only be used in situations where the weight may never settle. Accuracy will suffer.
Some AutoTotal modes require no motion to function (Auto Load, Auto Norm) and will ignore the setting here. ON means totals will not function until the
weight has settled. OFF indicates that motion conditions are ignored.
7) Press the EXITkey to return to normal scale operation or the ESCkey to continue in the Setup Menus.
To Turn On or Off Auto Total
Turn on or off Auto Totaling by pressing the TOTALkey [F1]. The display will read “TOTAL ON” along
with the current total mode, or “TOTAL OFF”.
To Set the Total Threshold
1) Press SETUP.
2) Press the TOTALswitch [F1] or select [6] Total.
3) Select “High Threshold” by pressing [3].
4) Enter the desired high threshold with the numeric keys. Threshold is expressed in per cent of capacity.
5) Set the new high threshold by pressing ENTER.
If the high threshold you entered was lower than the previous low threshold, the CellScale automatically adjusts the low threshold to be 1% less than
the high threshold.
6) To change the low threshold, press the [4] key.
7) Enter the desired low threshold with the numeric keys.
8) Set the new low threshold by pressing ENTER.
If the low threshold you entered was higher than the previous high threshold, the CellScale automatically adjusts the high threshold to be 1% more than
the low threshold.
9) Press the EXITkey to return to normal scale operation.
VIEWTOTAL
Displays the current Total value of the selected ID and allows the total(s) to be cleared.
The following procedures assume the F5 function key is programmed to “VIEW TOTAL” instead of “UNITS”. In any View Total screen, you can change channels
by pressing the CHANNEL key. You can change to the next ID by pressing the ID key.
To Display the Current ID#’s Totaled Weight and Statistics
1) Press[F5]. The current IDs total appears on line two, the number of
totaled samples on line three, and the ID name (if programmed) on line
1.
2) To return to the standard weight display, press DISPLAYor ESC.
To Erase the last Totaled Weight
If the last totaled (automatic or manual) weighment was a mistake, it can be erased with the following procedure. This erases only the last totaled weighment.
1) Press VIEW∑. The current total is displayed.
2) Select “Clr Last” by pressing [3]. The “ARE YOU SURE” screen gives an opportunity to change your
mind.
3) To complete the last totaled weight deletion, press the ENTERkey.
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ID NAME ID# CH#
1000.5lb ∑
6 #
1 Grand 3 Clr Last
2 Stats CLR Delete
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To Clear the Total Value (Current ID Code only)
At any time during the following procedure the EXITkey cancels the Clear operation. Clears ID’s statistics registers as well.
1) Press VIEW∑. The current total is displayed.
2) Press CLR. The “ARE YOU SURE” screen gives an opportunity to change your mind.
3) To complete the totaled weight deletion, press the ENTERkey.
To Clear All the Totals and Statistics of all ID Codes at once.
This procedure deletes every totaled weighment in every ID code of the current channel. Please make sure all data is recorded as necessary before proceeding.
1) Press VIEW∑. The current total is displayed.
2) Select “Grand” total by pressing [1].
3) Press CLR. The “ARE YOU SURE” screen gives an opportunity to change your mind.
4) To complete the totaled weight deletion of all current channel ID Codes, press the ENTERkey.
ClearLastTotal
The “Clear Last Total” function key (see Section 4) provides a means to clear just the last totaled data without
clearing the entire total register. Use this when a weight is totaled inadvertently or a load drops outside the container, or any other circumstance where just the last total should be deleted from the overall total. “Clear Last
Total” is the default mode for ENTER-[F1].
STATISTICS
Statistics works in conjunction with the Total function and adds MIN, MAX, Average, Standard Deviation, and
Coefficient of Variance. All these computations are kept for every ID Code independently. The number of samples
that statistics can be calculated for is limited only by memory requirements and will vary from a few thousand to
>100000 samples. Individual samples are not stored. If needed, individual samples can be logged through either
the RS-232 port or into data logging memory using the “PRINT on TOTAL” function.
A “GRAND TOTAL” function is also included with the Statistics function. The Grand Total adds all the weight
in all the ID Codes and provides the following information: GRAND TOTAL, Number of Totals, and the Overall
Average (GRAND TOTAL divided by Number of Totals).
Statistics are viewed using the VIEWTOTAL key, then selecting “STATS” with the [2] key, or program a func-
tion key to “Show Statistics” .
DefinitionsandFormulas
AVERAGE – is computed by dividing the total by the number of samples.
MIN – is a single weight register that records the minimum weighment that was added to the total.
MAX– is a single weight register that records the maximum weighment that was added to the total.
STANDARD DEVIATION – is a measure of how widely values are dispersed from the average value (the
mean). The 9850 uses the “non-biased” or “n-1” method that is based on sampling a portion of each available
weighment. Standard Deviation uses the following formula where x is equal to the total, and n is equal to the
number of samples:
COEFFICIENT OF VARIANCE – is a relative dispersion calculated from the sample standard deviation and the
mean with the following formula:
GRAND TOTAL – is computed by adding together the totals of all the ID Codes (adjusted to the default unit set
in calibration if necessary).
GRAND AVERAGE – is computed by dividing the Grand Total by the number of samples of all the ID Codes.
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ViewStatisticsandGrandStatistics
The View Statistics feature uses totaled data from the current ID code in the CellScale to compute statistics.
Grand Statistics uses totaled data from all ID codes. Only weight that has been totaled will be used in computing
statistics. This procedure requires that F5 is programmed as “VIEW TOTAL”.
1) Press[F5]. The current IDs total appears on the top line, the number
of totaled samples on line 2, and the ID name (if programmed) on line
3.
2) To see the statistics for the current ID, select “Stats” by pressing [2].
When in the Statistics display, return to the Total display by press-
ing ESC, or return to the standard weight display by pressing DIS-
PLAY.
3) To see the grand total and statistics for all IDs on this scale channel,
select “Grand” by pressing [1]. When in the Grand Statistics display,
return to the Total display by pressing ESC, or return to the standard
weight display by pressing DISPLAY.
4) To return to the standard weight display, press DISPLAY.
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ID NAME ID# CH#
1000.5lb ∑
6 #
1 Grand 3 Clr Last
2 Stats CLR Delete
ID Name ID# X-X NET
-Total----- ∑
-#Samples- #
-Minimum- MIN
-Maximum- MAX
-Average- AVG
-Std Dev- SDV
-CoefofVar- CoV
ID Name ID# X-X NET
-Grand Total- ∑
-#Samples- #
-GrandMin- GMN
-GrandMax- GMX
-GrandAvg- GAV
-GrandStdDev- GSD
-Grand COV- GCV
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5 Daylite Saving OFF
5 Daylite Saving ON
SYSTEM SETTINGS
CS SW Version: 2-24
1 Key Volume is 1
2 Alarm Volume is 9
3 Backlight on 2min
4 Date & Time
5 Auto Shutdown 2hr
6 Monitor Batteries
BACKLIGHT
1 Off (max bat-life)
2 On for 15 seconds
3 On for 30 seconds
4 On for 1 minute
5
On for 2 minutes
6 On (min batt-life)
7 Light on Motion OFF
SET DATE & TIME
9/15/03 1:24:33 PM
1 Set Date
2 Set Time
3 Date Mode MM/DD/YY
4 Time Mode AM/PM
5 Daylite Saving ON
4 Time Mode 24 Hr
4 Time Mode AM/PM
3 Date Mode DD-MM-YY
3 Date Mode MM/DD/YY
5 DayliteSaving AUTO
AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN
1 Off in 5 minutes
2 Off in 30 minutes
3 Off in 1 hour
4
Off in 2 hours
5 Always On
MONITOR BATTERIES
Main = 7.2V
Clock & RAM = GOOD
CellScale XX = GOOD
Cal. Voltage = 1.24V
Temperature is 33°C
Shortcut to Battery Monitor
KEYPRESS VOLUME = 1
1
z
2 n
3 nz
4 nn 8 nnnn
5 nnz 9 nnnnz
6 nnn 0 nnnnn
7 nnnz CLR Off
ALARM VOLUME = 8
1 z
2 n
3 nz
4 nn 8
nnnn
5 nnz 9 nnnnz
6 nnn 0 nnnnn
7 nnnz CLR Off
SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
SETUP SELECT MENU
SYSTEM SETTINGS
KEYPRESS VOLUME = 1
5
MNO
5
MNO
ALARM VOLUME = 8
BACKLIGHT
SET DATE & TIME
AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN
MONITOR BATTERIES
ESC
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SETUP
POWER
4
JKL
ESC
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SETUP
3
GHI
4
JKL
3
GHI
2
DEF
1
ABC
6
PQR
3
GHI
SECTION8–9850SETUP
SYSTEMSETUPMENU
Allows the user to set the key and alarm volumes, the display backlight timing, the Time and Date, and the automatic shutdown timing.
The battery monitor screen is also accessible from this menu.
Access the System Setup Menu by pressing SYSTEMfollowed
by the [3] key.
[1] Key Volume is X – In the submenu, change the volume
heard when pressing keys with keypad numbers 1 (quiet)
through 0 (loud). To turn off the key tones, press CLR.
[2] Alarm Volume is X – Change the volume heard when a
set point is triggered. Also used for data logging alerts. See
section 8 for details on audible set point outputs.
[3] Backlight on X – Submenu selects how long the backlight
will remain on. This value is re triggered whenever a key
is pressed. Directly effects battery life (time between
charges). Do not select “Always On” if battery life is a
concern.
[4] Date & Time – See submenu description below.
[5] Auto Shutdown – Select the time the 9850 will wait before
turning off. This time is re triggered any time a key is
pressed.
[6] Monitor Batteries – The monitor battery screen shows the
status of system batteries. The NiMH main battery will
vary from as high as 9.0V with the charger plugged in to
as low as 6.0V right before the system is cut off. The flat
region of the battery will average 7.4 to 7.6V during normal
operation. The internal clock battery should last for many
years. When this display indicates “BAD” for the clock
battery, it must be replaced. This requires a disassembly
of the 9850. If a CellScale is connected via RF, it will also
report its power status here.
A shortcut to the Monitor Batteries screen is SETUPfol-
lowed by POWER.
SETDATE&TIME(submenu)
The Real Time Clock / Calendar is not synchronized with the CellScale. Both loca-
tions must be set independently.
From the “System Setup Menu” select 4.
[1] Set Date – Enter the date with the numeric keypad. The
date entry order is set by item 3.
[2] Set Time – Enter the current time with the keypad. The
time entry mode is set by item 4. When in AM/PM mode
use either the
PM or PM to AM, or use the ABC1key for AM or the
PQR6key for PM.
To prevent the 9850 from adding or subtracting an hour, set the daylight saving
mode before setting the date and time.
Firmware Version 5-XX for 2450 Modems
UP/DOWNcursor keys to change AM to
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SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 BarCode
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
PASSWORD LOCKS
1 Change Password
2 Status LOCKED
3 Lock Mode
4 Lock Override OFF
Password is:
-Password-
LOCK MODE
1 Function Key Setup
2 Set Points
3 System Settings
4 Set Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total Setup
7 MORE 8 BACK 2/3
LOCK MODE
1
Channel/Calibrate
2 Scale Display Line
3
RF Modem
4 Comm 1 & Strings
5 Product ID Codes
6 Tare Setup
7 MORE 8 BACK 3/3
LOCK MODE
1 Lock All
2 FUNCTION Keys
3
SETUP Key
4
TARE Key
5
NET/GROSS Key
6 ZERO Key
7 MORE 8 BACK 1/3
2 Status LOCKED
2 Status UNLOCKED
7
7
7
8
8
8
2 Status LOCK ON PWR
Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 14 ENT Save
Pos 1
NEW PASSWORD
1
SETUP SELECT MENU
PASSWORD LOCKS
LOCK MODE
LOCK MODE
LOCK MODE
4 Lock Override OFF
4 Lock Override ON
See General Text Editing
Procedure
ESC
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SETUP
[3] Date Mode – Pressing [3] changes the date mode from MM/DD/YY to DD-MM-YY.
[4] Time Mode – Press [4] to change between 24 hour time or 12 hour time with AM/PM indication.
[5] Daylite (sic) Saving – Press [5] to select the Daylight Saving mode. Select “ON” when in Daylight Savings
Time (adds 1 hour). Select “OFF” when not in Daylight Savings time. Select “AUTO” to allow the 9850 to
automatically enter into and out of daylight savings time (follows US rules). Set the daylight saving mode
before setting the date and time.
PASSWORDLOCKS
The Lock function allows the user to lock various setups and or functions to prevent unauthorized changing or
erasing of scale functions, features and statistical data. For security a lock password (1-14 characters) is used. Once
the MSI 9850 is locked the message “LOCKED” will appear whenever a locked function is tried. To temporarily
unlock a function, press any locked key, press ENTER, then enter the password followed by the ENTERkey.
To lock or unlock all functions you must use the “PASSWORD LOCKS” menu.
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To enter the Password Locks Menu press SETUPthen [4].
[1] Change Password – Used to change the password. Pressing
[1] brings up a text entry screen. Use the ALPHAkey and the
keypad to input any password. Passwords are case sensitive,
so pay attention to upper and lower case characters.
[2] Status – Pressing the [2] key changes the status from
“LOCKED” to “UNLOCKED” to “LOCK ON PWR”. The
“LOCK ON PWR” mode leaves the 9850 unlocked until the
power has been cycled. This allows the primary operator to
complete all setups without having to enter the password over
and over. When completely finished with setups, cycle the
power and then the lock will be in effect.
to lose all setups. Make a note of it in a secure location.
[3] Lock Mode – Press the [3] key to select features and functions
for password protection. There are 3 submenu select screens. Use
the [7] key to scroll through all lockable items. Press the number
key beside each item to select it for locking. For example, to
lock out the Setup key press [3]. The arrow will appear indicat-
ing the Setup Key will lock. After selecting all the lock items,
press SETUP to return to the “PASSWORD LOCKS” menu.
Tip: Use “Lock All” to lock every lockable feature. Then unlock any features you wish to remain
operational. Remember to look at all three screens using the 7 key. The CLR key will unlock all
functions while in the Lock Mode menu.
Ifyouforgotyourpassword
MSI provides a master unlock that will erase all operator setups and
require you to completely start from scratch. This procedure will
not erase calibration, which is stored in the CellScale, not the 9850.
However, all display modes, text strings, system settings, etc., stored
in the 9850, will be lost.
Do not forget your password. The only
way to unlock a locked system without
the proper password is to do a complete
reset (RESET ALL), which will cause you
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SCALE DISPLAY SETUP
1 Single Scale Mode
2 Multi Scale Mode
3 Backlight
2min
4 Backlight Level 3
5 Contrast 10
BACKLIGHT
1 Off (max batt-life)
2 On for 15 seconds
3 On for 30 seconds
4 On for 1 minute
5
On for 2 minutes
6 On (min batt-life)
7 Light on Motion OFF
7 Light on Motion OFF
7 Light on Motion ON
SCALE DISPLAY SETUP
Shortcut
BACKLIGHT
BACKLIGHT BRIGHTNESS
ESC exits no change
ENTER edits value
0-9 replaces value
2
min = Ø, max = 3
^ incs, v decs value
BACKLIGHT BRIGHTNESS
BACKLIGHT BRIGHTNESS
ESC exits no change
ENTER edits value
0-9 replaces value
1Ø
min = Ø, max = 3
^ incs, v decs value
DISPLAY CONTRAST
ESC
!
SETUP
DISPLAY
EXIT
7
STU
4
JKL
5
MNO
RESET ALL: The following procedure will cause you to lose all setups and will return
the 9850 to it’s default settings. Use this procedure only as the last resort of having lost
your password.
1) Press POWERfollowed immediately by ESC(SETUP). The startup screen will appear.
2) Press the CLR(ZERO) key. A password text entry screen will appear.
3) Using the keypad, input the number 7415369. Press ENTER.
4) The “ARE YOU SURE” display appears. Press ENTER.
Everything is reverted to defaults. Now you must setup the 9850 again.
KEYBOARDLOCK
Keyboard lock is provided to prevent casual or accidental pressing of the keys from changing any modes. This
function works only from weight display modes.
To Lock the Keyboard
Press[1][2][3] ALPHA. The screen will read “KEYBOARD LOCKED” briefly.
While in Keylock mode, pressing any key will show the screen “KEYLOCK PUSH 123””
To Unlock the Keyboard
Press[1][2][3]. The screen will read “KEYBOARD UNLOCKED” briefly.
Now all keys should function normally.
LCDISPLAYBACKLIGHT&CONTRAST
The 9850 features a white LED Backlit Liquid Crystal Display. The LED Backlight is one of the highest power
drain devices in the 9850. The Backlight can be set to turn itself off automatically after a user sepcified time.
Once off, the Backlight will turn back on by pushing any key (except POWER). The first key press, no matter
which key it is, will be ignored, except for turning the Backlight on. Then key function is restored. The Backlight
can also be set to turn back on when the active channel scale changes its reading (goes in motion). There are 3
levels of brightness with a setting of 0 being another way to turn it off. AC or DC supply powered 9850’s can
and should choose to leave the backlight on at full (3) brightness. In battery powered units, battery life can be
extended through the use of the power down modes and reduced brightness settings.
SettingtheLCDBacklight
1) Press SETUP, DISPLAY,[3]. The BACKLIGHT menu
appears. Select the desired on time from 2-6. Off (1) is
usually not desired as this is a transmissive display and has
poor contrast without a backlight. On AC Powered units,
choice 6, always on, is the preferred choice.
2) Press [7] to change the Light on Motion setting from OFF
to ON. When ON, the backlight will turn back on whenever
the current scale channel changes its reading. However setting Light on Motion On may prevent the backlight from
ever turning off, thus decreasing battery life in battery
powered units.
3) Press
ESC to backup to the SCALE DISPLAY SETUP
menu. Press [4] to change the backlight brightness level.
A setting of 0 turns off the backlight. 4 is the brightest. Set
the brightness level as low as is useful in your environment.
Press ENTER to set your brightness choice.
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You can also change the Backlight settings using the UP/DOWN cursor keys to select the parameter, and the LEFT/RIGHT cursor keys to change the value.
SettingtheLCDContrast
LCD contrast is effected by Temperature, humidity, and viewing angle. The 9850’s LCD is temperature compensated and usually does not require adjustment due to temperature variations. Only extremely cold (<0°C) or hot
conditions (>50°C) might require manual contrast adjustment. Viewing angle, however, is a matter of taste. The
9850 sets its fine contrast adjustment at a setting of 10. Setting the contrast lower than 10 will cause the display
to darken and turn more purple. Setting it higher than 10 will lighten the display. Set the contrast while holding
the 9850 at your usual operational angle.
Method 1 Cursor Keys
1) Press
2) Press the down cursor key [F5] 5 times to highlight “Contrast”.
2) Press the right cursor key [F6] to lighten the display or use the left cursor key [F2] to darken the display.
3) Press ESC to backup to the SETUP SELECT MENU. Press ESC again to return to the weight display.
Method 2 Numeric Entry
1) Press SETUP, DISPLAY.
2) Select “Contrast” by pressing [5].
3) Using the numeric keypad, enter a contrast value. Although the number entry screen takes numbers from
4) You will not see the contrast change until you press ENTER. At this point you can use the Left/Right Cursors
5) Press ESC to backup to the SETUP SELECT MENU. Press ESC again to return to the weight display.
SETUP, DISPLAY.
0-63, the usable contrast values are about 5 to 20.
to fine tune the contrast.
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STANDARD&CUSTOMDISPLAYSETUP
The 9850 offers the user a great deal of flexibility in how weight and other information is displayed. There are
five single channel preset displays and five multiple channel preset displays. These presets cover the majority
of user applications. However, the 9850 also allows complete customizing of how scale data is presented on the
display.
There are two basic weight display modes, Single Channel, and Multiple Channel. The single channel display is
the primary weight display, and is used as the display mode when a channel is highlighted and switched out of
the multiple channel display. If your CellScale is equipped with multiple channels, the display can be set up to
show up to eight channels at once.
PreviewScreens
When setting up Weight Displays, the 9850 shows a preview of how the screen will be formatted. Abbreviations
for preview screens indicate what kind of data will be presented in each screen location. Dashes are used to indicate the maximum screen space the data will occupy.
PreviewScreenNomenclature
Weight ................Current Weight in Net or Gross with Units, Motion, and Center of Zero (COZ) indicators.
Gross-Wt ........... Gross Weight only
Tare-Wt .............. Tare Weight only
CHN ..................Channel number in the form X-X. e.g. 1-1. The Channel number is determined by the CellScale
Scan List.
ADR .................Network Address in the form of XXA. e.g. 17A
Ch-Name ............ Channel Name. The Channel Name is programmed in the CellScale.
DateTime ............ Shows the Date and Time. When in the form “DateTimeEnter-Number” it may be overwritten
when entering a number with the keypad.
Enter-Number ..... Field accepts keypad entry for assignment to various functions.
1-ID-String ......... Show ID string 1.
2-ID-String ......... Show ID string 2.
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-Weight-
CHN ADR
Ch-Name------------1-ID-String--------DateTime-Enter-Num.
-Weight------- SLI
Gross-Wt--- CHN
Tare-Wt---- ADR
Total-Wt-ID---- IDC
#-SamplesI IdName-1-ID-String--------2-ID-String--------DateTime-Enter-Num.
-Weight-
Gross-Wt--- CHN
Tare-Wt---- ADR
Ch-Name------------DateTime-Enter-Num.
-Weight-
IDName-- IDC
Total-Wt-ID---- ADR
#-SamplesI CHN
DateTime-Enter-Num.
-Weight-
CHN IdName-- ADR
1-ID-String--------2-ID-String--------DateTime-Enter-Num.
Total-Wt-ID ........ Shows the Total weight stored in the current ID Code.
#-SamplesI ......... Shows the number of samples totaled and used for statistics for the current ID Code.
IDC ..................... The ID Code number in the form xxI. e.g. 2I is ID Code 2.
IDName-- ...........The ID Code name. The name must be programmed by either the CellScale or the 9850.
xS or xSL ............ The Scan List Index position as stored in the CellScale where x is 1-8. Used on multiple display
presets to show which scan list position is included on the preset display. These can be later
altered to any scan list position 1-32.
SLI ...................... Scan List Index position displayed in the form xSL (positions 1-9) or xxS (positions 10-32).
x’s-Weight .......... Current weight from scan list position x.
x’s-Ch-Name ...... Channel name from scan list position x. Channel names are programmed at the CellScale.
x’s IdNm ............. ID Code Name from scan list position x.
SingleChannelPresetDisplays
The 9850 utilizes a programmable full dot matrix display capable of multiple font sizes. The smallest font is a
5x7 dot count in a 6x8 cell yielding a maximum character count of 20 characters in 8 lines. The medium font
is a 7x15 in a 8x16 cell which provides up to 4 lines of 16 characters. The large font allows up to two lines of 8
characters. When the weight is displayed in the large font, smaller characters for units, Net/Gross mode, COZ,
and motion allow the large font to contain all necessary weight data. In the following preset display descriptions
the data is located by lines 1-8 relative to the smallest font.
Standard Weight – Lines 1-4: Large Current Weight display (-Weight-). Line 5: Channel Number, and the Network Address. Line 6: the Channel Name (if programmed in the
CellScale). Line 7: ID String 1 (if entered at the CellScale or by the 9850 functions). Line 8:
The Date and Time. When entering numbers, the Time display will be overwritten temporarily.
Net Gross Tare – For applications that need to see the Net weight, Gross weight, and Tare
weight simultaneously. Lines 1-4: Large Net Weight display (-Weight-). Line 5: Gross Weight
and the Channel number. Line 6: The Tare Weight and the network address. Line 7: the Channel Name (if programmed in the CellScale). Line 8: the Date and Time. When entering numbers, the Time display will be overwritten temporarily.
If no Tare value is set the Net weight and Gross weight will equal each other. While in this display the Net/Gross key will have no effect
since both Net and Gross Weight are already shown. However, pressing the Net/Gross key will change the display mode for other devices
connected to the master CellScale.
Standard & Products – This display shows ID Code data for Totalizing. Lines 1-4: Large
weight display (-Weight-). Line 5: shows the ID Name and ID Code number. Line 6: the total
weight and the Network Address. Line 7: shows the number of samples in the Total and the
channel number. Line 8: the Date and Time. When entering numbers, the Time display will be
overwritten temporarily.
Standard & Strings – This display shows ID Code Strings for user data entry. Lines 1-4: Large
weight display (-Weight-). Line 5: shows the ID Name and ID Code number. Line 6: the total
weight and the Network Address. Line 7: shows the number of samples in the Total and the
channel number. Line 8: the Date and Time. When entering numbers, the Time display will be
overwritten temporarily.
Maximum Data – This display shows all standard data available for any given scale channel
and associated ID. Line 1: Net Weight and Scan List Index. Line 2: Gross Weight and Channel Number. Line 3: Tare weight and Network Address. Line 4: the Total Weight and the ID
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number (1-32). Line 5: number of totaled samples and the 8 character ID name. Line 6: ID
String 1. Line 7: ID String 2. Line 8: the Date and Time. When entering numbers, the Time
display will be overwritten temporarily.
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1’s-Weight---- ADR
1’s-Ch-Name--------2’s-Weight---2’s-Ch-Name---------
1S 1’s-Weight----
1Ch 1’s-IdNm ADR
1’s-1-ID-String-----
2S 2’s-Weight----
2Ch 2’s-IdNm
2’s-1-ID-String-----
1SL 1’s-Weight---1’s-Ch-Name--------2SL 2’s-Weight---2’s-Ch-Name--------3SL 3’s-Weight---3’s-Ch-Name--------4SL 4’s-Weight---4’s-Ch-Name---------
1S 1’s-Weight----
2S 2’s-Weight----
3S 3’s-Weight----
4S 4’s-Weight----
1SL 1’s-Weight---2SL 2’s-Weight---3SL 3’s-Weight---4SL 4’s-Weight---5SL 5’s-Weight---6SL 6’s-Weight---7SL 7’s-Weight---8SL 8’s-Weight----
Multi-ChannelPresetDisplays
Multi-channel presets use the scan list position to assign channels to specific locations. After selecting the preset
multi-channel display, the user can reassign any channel in the scan list to any screen location.
The Multi-Channel Preset Displays are described by line numbers 1-8 corresponding to the small font layout. The
numbers in the sample screens and descriptions correspond to the scan list position index (SLI).
The 9850 reads the scan list out of the master CellScale. If a multi-channel preset is selected that allows more
channels than the CellScale has in its scan list, the preset will show just the available channels. If space allows
the Date and Time will appear on the bottom line (Line 8).
3 Ch -1 lg, 2 sm – This display is primarily intended for summing where scan list positions
1 and 2 are scale channels, and position 3 is a math channel that sums the two scale weights.
However, any type of channel list can be used with this display and the list order can be
changed after this preset is selected. Lines 1-4: SLI 3 large current weight display (-Weight-).
Line 5: SLI 1 Current Weight and Network address. Line 6: SLI 1 Channel Name (if programmed in the CellScale). Line 7: SLI 2 Current Weight. Line 8: SLI 2 Channel Name.
2 Ch -2 med+ data – This display shows two channels along with each channels 8 character ID
Name and 20 character ID String 1. Lines 1-2: SLI 1 Current Weight preceded by the scan list
number. Line 3: SLI 1 Channel Number (e.g. 1-1), SLI 1 ID Name, and the Network Address.
Line 4: SLI 1 ID String 1. Line 5-6: SLI 2 Current Weight preceded by the scan list number.
Line 7: SLI 2 Channel Number (e.g. 2-1), SLI 2 ID Name. Line 8: SLI 2 ID String 1.
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4 Ch - 4 sm + data – This display shows four channels along with each channels Channel
Name. The Channel name must be programmed into the CellScale for it to appear. If less than
four channels exist in the scan list, the bottom channel will be replaced with the date/time/enter
number line. Line 1: SLI 1 Current Weight preceded by the scan list number. Line 2: SLI 1
Channel Name. SLI 2-4 follow the same format.
4 Ch - 4 med – Displays 4 channels in the 9850 medium size font. The weight data is preceded
by the scan list position index number (1-32). If less than four channels exist in the scan list,
the bottom channel will be replaced with the date/time/enter number line. Lines 1-2: SLI 1
Current Weight preceded by the scan list number. Lines 3-4: SLI 2 Current Weight preceded by
the scan list number. Lines 5-6: SLI 3 Current Weight preceded by the scan list number. Lines
7-8: SLI 1 Current Weight preceded by the scan list number.
8 Ch - 8 small – Maximum channel count display of up to eight channels. Each channel is preceded by the scan list position index number (1-32). If less than eight channels exist in the scan
list, the bottom channel will be replaced with the date/time/enter number line.
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1 Single Scale Mode
2 Multi Scale Mode
3 Backlight
2min
4 Backlight Level 3
5 Contrast 16
3’s-Wei
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1’s-Weight---- ADR
1’s-Ch-Name--------2’s-Weight---2’s-Ch-Name---------
1S 1’s-Weight----
1Ch 1’s-IdNm ADR
1’s-1-ID-String-----
2S 2’s-Weight----
2Ch 2’s-IdNm
2’s-1-ID-String-----
-Weight-
CHN ADR
Ch-Name------------1-ID-String--------DateTime-Enter-Num.
-Weight-
Gross-Wt--- CHN
Tare-Wt---- ADR
Ch-Name------------DateTime-Enter-Num.
-Weight-
IDName-- IDC
Total-Wt-ID---- ADR
#-SamplesI CHN
DateTime-Enter-Num.
-Weight------- SLI
Gross-Wt--- CHN
Tare-Wt---- ADR
Total-Wt-ID---- IDC
#-SamplesI IdName-1-ID-String--------2-ID-String--------DateTime-Enter-Num.
Preview Screens
1SL 1’s-Weight---1’s-Ch-Name--------2SL 2’s-Weight---2’s-Ch-Name--------3SL 3’s-Weight---3’s-Ch-Name--------4SL 4’s-Weight---4’s-Ch-Name---------
1SL 1’s-Weight---2SL 2’s-Weight---3SL 3’s-Weight---4SL 4’s-Weight---5SL 5’s-Weight---6SL 6’s-Weight---7SL 7’s-Weight---8SL 8’s-Weight----
See Custom Display Menus
Number entry screen to set
number of displayed channels.
Shows preview of display.
DateTime-Enter-Num.
DateTime-Enter-Num.
If less than
4 Channels
If less than
8 Channels
1S 1’s-Weight----
2S 2’s-Weight----
3S 3’s-Weight----
4S 4’s-Weight----
DateTime-Enter-Num.
If less than
4 Channels
-Weight-
CHN IdName-- ADR
1-ID-String--------2-ID-String--------DateTime-Enter-Num.
SINGLE SCALE CHANNEL
DISPLAY MODE
1 Standard Weight
2 Net Gross Tare
3 Standard & Products
4 Standard & Strings
5 Maximum Data
6 Custom 7 Preview
MULTI CH DISPLAY MODE
0 Number of Chans X
1 3 Ch - 1 lg, 2 sm
2 2 Ch - 2 med+ data
3 4 Ch - 4 sm + data
4 4 Ch - 4 medium
5 8 Ch - 8 small
6 Custom 7 Preview
Preview Screens
BACKLIGHT
1 Off (max batt-life)
2 On for 15 seconds
3 On for 30 seconds
4 On for 1 minute
5
On for 2 minutes
6 On (min batt-life)
7 Light on Motion OFF
7 Light on Motion OFF
7 Light on Motion ON
SCALE DISPLAY SETUP
Shortcut
BACKLIGHT
SINGLE SCALE CHANNEL
DISPLAY MODE
MULTI CH DISP MODE
ESC
!
SETUP
DISPLAY
EXIT
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The Display Setup Menu provides access to all the display presets, backlight control, function key displays and
full display customizing.
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USINGDISPLAYSETUP
The 9850 weight display is a primary means of getting and using CellScale data. The user should always select a
single channel weight display mode that provides the information needed. When the CellScale is a multi-channel
system, a Multi-Channel display mode should also be selected.
To Set the Single Channel Display Mode (Using Presets)
1) Press SETUP, then DISPLAY. This selects the “SCALE DISPLAY SETUP” menu.
2) Select “Single Scale Mode” [1].
3) Select the desired preset with the [1]-[5] keys. See “Single Channel Preset Displays” on page 37 for a
description of each display mode.
4) The display preview appears showing the type and location of data.
5) If the display is acceptable, press the DISPLAYkey to go directly to the selected weight display. If not,
press ESCand repeat steps 3 to 5.
To Preview the Single Channel Display Mode
1) Press SETUP, then DISPLAY. This selects the “SCALE DISPLAY SETUP” menu.
2) Select “Single Scale Mode” [1].
3) Preview the current display setting by pressing the [7] key.
4) Return to the weight display by pressing the DISPLAYkey.
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To Set the Multi-Channel Display Mode (Using Presets)
1) Press SETUP, then DISPLAY. This selects the “SCALE DISPLAY SETUP” menu.
2) Select “Multi Scale Mode” [2].
3) Select the desired preset with the [1]-[5] keys. See “Multi Channel Preset Displays” on page 38 for a
description of each display mode.
4) The display preview appears showing the type and location of data.
5) If the display is acceptable, press the DISPLAYkey to go directly to the selected weight display. If not,
press ESCand repeat steps 3 to 5.
To Modify the Channel Arrangement
Since the presets use the scan list in ascending order, this procedure provides a means of changing the order or adding channels that don’t appear in the first
page.
1) From the multi-channel weight display, highlight the channel you wish to change by pressing the UP (^)
or DOWN (v) cursor keys.
2) Once highlighted enter the scan list position (1-32) or the channel number (1-1 to 6-8 using the decimal
point for the sub channel entry). Then press CHANNEL.
The new channel replaces the previous channel. If the channel is already on the display in another location, both will display.
To Change the Number of Displayed Channels
Setup the display mode before limiting the channels displayed. For example, if you want to show 3 channels on the 4-medium display, select the 4 medium display
first, then follow this procedure to reduce the displayed channels down to 3. The maximum number of display channels is set by the display mode.
1) Press SETUP, then DISPLAY. This selects the “SCALE DISPLAY SETUP” menu.
2) Select “Multi Scale Mode” [2].
3) Select “Number of Channels” [0].
4) Input the number of display channels with the [1]-[8] keys. Press ENTERto store.
5) Press DISPLAY to return to the multi-channel display with the number of channels reduced.
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CUSTOMDISPLAYSETUP
The 9850 weight display is fully customizable. Both the single channel and multi-channel displays can be customized. All available data types plus custom text can be located anywhere on the screen in any of three font sizes: 1)
Large Font – Used primarily for weight displays, the large font offers up to 8 characters in two rows. When used
as a weight display the 9850 automatically fits in mode (Net, Gross, Tare), motion, COZ, and units in smaller
characters. 2) Medium Font – Used for all data types, the medium font offers up to 16 characters in 4 rows. 3)
Small Font – Used for all data types, the small font offers up to 20 characters in 8 rows.
PlanningYourCustomDisplay
Decide what type of data you wish to see and what is the most important data. This important data could be displayed in the large or medium fonts, and other less important data should be displayed in the small font. Use the
text mode to label function keys with custom titles to aid in the operation of your system.
For example, use text to label line 7 “F3 Customer” and place ID String 1 next to it. Then use text to label line 8 “F4 Operator” and place ID String 2 next to it.
Program the F keys to match. Now you have an easy way to enter your required data.
If your system has multiple channels, make sure you provide both a single channel and multiple channel display
setup. In multi-channel displays, it is usually best to supply the same data for each individual channel display
similar to avoid confusion. However, if one channel is primary, it is easy to distinguish it by making it larger than
other channels. In any multi-channel screen, you can display from 2 to 8 channels, assuming that the CellScale
Scan List includes at least 8 channels. CellScales with more than eight channels use the page mode to observe
all channels. Select a preset display that is closest to your needs, then edit it. If no preset display is close, use the
“CLR Screen” command to start from a completely empty display.
A space is reserved for the enter number field, which can be overwritten with other types of data.
DataTypes&Sizes
Type Lg Font Med Font Sm Font Description
Min Max Min Max Min Max
Weight - 8 - 14 - 14 Current Weight in Net or Gross with Units, Motion, and COZ
indicators.
Gross-Wt - 8 - 11 - 11 Gross Weight only
Tare-Wt - 8 - 11 - 11 Tare Weight only
CHN - 3 - 3 - 3 Channel number in the form X-X. e.g. 1-1. The Channel number
is determined by the CellScale Scan List.
ADR 2 3 2 3 2 3 Network Address in the form of XXA. e.g. 17A
Ch-Name 2 8 2 16 2 20 Channel Name. The Channel Name is programmed in the
CellScale.
DateTime N/A - 16 - 16 Shows the Date and Time. When in the form “DateTimeEnter-
Number” it may be overwritten when entering a number with the
keypad.
Date 5 8 5 10 5 10 Date in 5 characters does not include year. In 8 characters includes
2 digit year. In 10 characters includes 4 digit year.
Time 5 8 5 10 5 10 Time in 5 characters does not include seconds. Time in 7 Characters
adds AM/PM. Time in 8 characters includes seconds (no AM/PM).
Time in 10 characters includes seconds and AM/PM.
1-ID-String - 8 8 16 8 20 Show ID string 1.
2-ID-String - 8 8 16 8 20 Show ID string 2.
Total-Wt-ID - 8 - 15 - 15 Shows the Total weight stored in the current ID Code.
#-SamplesI - 8 - 10 - 10 Shows the number of samples totaled and used for statistics for the
current ID Code.
IDC 2 3 2 3 2 3 The ID Code number in the form xxI. e.g. 2I is
ID Code 2.
IDName-- 2 8 2 8 2 8 The ID Code name. The name must be programmed by either the
CellScale or the 9850.
xS or xSL 2 3 2 3 2 3 Scan List Index position displayed in the form xSL (positions 1-9)
or xxS (positions 10-32).
Grand-Ttl-Wt - 8 - 15 - 15 Grand Total Weight from all IDs on the active channel.
Gd-Samples - 8 - 10 - 10 Grand Number of Samples from all IDs on the active channel.
BarCode-String - 8 8 16 8 20 Bar Code Entry Display
Text 1 8 1 16 1 20 Generic fixed text. Does not change with channels or IDs.
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Rows
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ScreenFormatting
The 9850 LCD Screen allows a wide variety of scale display screen setups. The illustrations here demonstrate
some of the possibilities. The custom display setup menus control the type and placement of available data types.
The LCD is a graphics type organized in rows and columns. The row size is fixed at 8 rows of 8 pixels each for a
total vertical size of 64 pixels. Column numbering depends on the font size chosen; 8 columns in the large font,
16 columns in the medium font, and 20 columns in the small font.
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LARGE FONT – occupies 4 rows and is up to 8 columns wide. Shown here is
the maximum characters that can be shown in large font - 2 rows of 8 characters. The full ASCII character set is supported in the large font. Weight displays
in the large font add special characters for mode, units, COZ, and motion. All
other types of data are limited to 8 characters maximum.
The large font can occupy rows 1-4 or 5-8.
Large font characters can also occupy rows 3-6 as illustrated here. However
locating large font data on rows 3-6 prevents large font in other rows in the
same column.
MEDIUM FONT – occupies 2 rows and is up to 16 columns wide. Shown here
is the maximum number of medium characters possible.
The medium font must occupy rows 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, or 7-8. You cannot have a
medium font that occupies, for example, rows 2 and 3.
SMALL FONT – occupies 1 row and is up to 21 columns wide. This allows the
most information possible.
The small font can start on any row 1-8.
MIXING FONT SIZES – The custom display setup allows the user to mix font
sizes as needed. Use the large font for the primary weight display and mix in
medium and/or small fonts for less important data.
Here are examples of mixing font sizes on the screen. The first screen is an
example of a viable weight display with current weight programmed in the
large font, occupying rows 1-4. The Gross weight could occupy rows 5-6 in
medium font. Other scale information could be placed in small font on rows 7
and 8.
This example shows using the large font in the middle rows 3-6 and then placing other information above in 2 rows of small font, and below in 1 row of
medium font.
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This final example shows the versatility of the setup menus. Here we have
small and medium fonts mixed on the same lines, and 1 character of large font
(perhaps used to identify the scale being used) placed at column 1 rows 3-6.
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1 Product ID
2 Net-Gross-Tare Wt
3 Channel Info
4 Text-Barcode-Misc
5 Date-Time
ROW 1-4 8 CHARACTERS
1 Product ID
2 Net-Gross-Tare Wt
3 Channel Info
4 Text-Barcode-Misc
5 Date-Time
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ROW 5-6 16 CHARACTERS
1 Product ID
2 Net-Gross-Tare Wt
3 Channel Info
4 Text-Barcode-Misc
5 Date-Time
ROW 5 21 CHARACTERS
1 Product ID
2 Net-Gross-Tare Wt
3 Channel Info
4 Text-Barcode-Misc
5 Date-Time
ROW 5 21 CHARACTERS
1 Product ID
2 Net-Gross-Tare Wt
3 Channel Info
4 Text-Barcode-Misc
5 Date-Time
IDName--
LinePreview
The bottom two lines of the Row Setup menu illustrate what the line has programmed into it. Data is displayed in
row pairs. For example, while programming row 6, row 5 and 6 will be illustrated. When data from another line
is present, as it will be with the large font, the preview area will show as lines. Diagonal lines are used for the
large font (slanted left for top half and right for the bottom half), horizontal lines for medium font, and vertical
lines for the small font. If space is available on the requested line, it will show as a blank area. If the occupying
text is in the current font choice, you will be able to read the selected data type. In large font the display is in 1/2
scale so that two lines can represent the required 4 lines. In medium font, the double line is represented 1 to 1.
In small font, two lines are shown (paired 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, or 7-8) so you see the line you are programming as well
as the adjacent line.
When the line is occupied, you have three choices: 1) Pick another line. 2) Delete all data from the line by pressing
CLR. 3) Delete just the data in the current font from the line by pressing [0]. This choice is needed only when
there are mixed fonts in the line area.
This is an illustration of the line preview indicating that the requested row
(in this example, row 1) is already occupied by a large font field, and is not
available. Pressing CLR will erase whatever is in the location, but it will
erase 4 lines since the large font data occupies 4 lines. To identify what is in
the location, go back and select the large font entry.
Line preview of a large font entry which identifies the data present. This
shows (in 1/2 scale) that the current weight display in large font occupies
rows 1-4. The left side preview area is equivalent to 1/2 of the whole LCD.
Line preview of a medium font entry. There are small font data items on
lines 5 and 6, but a gap exist in the middle. This would allow a 4 character
medium font entry with the start column at 9 to fit in. If you want to get rid
of all data on lines 5-6, just press CLR.
Line preview of a small font entry to line 5. The horizontal bars indicate that
a medium font data entry occupies both line 5 and line 6.
Line preview of a small font entry to line 5. The horizontal bars indicate that
a medium font data entry occupies both line 5 and line 6, but in this case,
only to the middle of the screen. Therefore a small font entry can be placed
on line 5 with a start point at column 11, which allows data with up to 10
characters. This screen also shows, for example, that on line 6, the IDName
field is there starting at column 12.
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NET-GROSS-TARE WT
1 Current Weight 14C
2 Start Column 1
3 Gross Weight
4 Start Column
5 Tare Weight
6 Start Column
NET-GROSS-TARE WT
NET-GROSS-TARE WT
1 Current Weight 8 C
2 Start Column 1
3 Gross Weight
4 Start Column
5 Tare Weight
6 Start Column
NET-GROSS-TARE WT
NET-GROSS-TARE WT
1 Current Weight
2 Start Column
3 Gross Weight 14C
4 Start Column 6
5 Tare Weight
6 Start Column
NET-GROSS-TARE WT
SelectingItemsforDisplay
The custom display setup menus provide access to all the data the scale can provide. When an item is present on
the display, it will have an arrow next to its selection number. The length of some data items are fixed, but many
have variable lengths. When an item is selected for the first time, a number entry screen will appear (if it is a
variable length data item) allowing you to decide the length of the data. Beneath each item is the “Column Start”
selection which allows you to change the starting location. The 9850 adjusts the available start column range
in order to allow the whole length of the field to fit. For example, picking ID String 1 as a data allows up to 20
characters in the small font. If you leave the field length at 20, the only available starting point is 1. However, if
you shorten the ID String 1 length to 10, the start column can range from 1 to 11.
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This screen illustrates a typical data selection. In this case, the current weight
selection. The start column line has an asterisk indicating that the current
weight is already in the display set, but not found on the line you are currently programming. You can turn off the current setting by selecting the
number, and then entering the parameters for the current line you are setting
up.
This screen illustrates that the current weight is on the line you are now setting up, and it starts at column 1. Since only the large font will fit a weight
display in 8 characters, the start column will not allow a change.
CUSTOMSCREENSETUPPROCEDURE
You should setup both a single channel and multiple channel custom setup (unless you only have 1 channel)
1) Press SETUP, then DISPLAY or SETUP, “MORE” [7], then “Scale Display” [2].
2) Select “Single Scale Mode” [1], or “Multi Scale Mode” [2].
3) Select “Custom” [6].
4) Multi-channel setup only: Pick the scan list index to program (1-8). Keep in mind that you must use small
fonts if you want to see all eight scales on one screen.
5) Select the size font you want to use.
It is best to program from large font to small font so that you can see the impact of data location on other rows.
6) Select the row(s) for the data items.
7) Select the broad type of data you want to place on the selected row. Select [1] for product ID parameters
including total and ID Strings. Select [2] for all weight types. Select [3] for Channel Info such as channel
name, scan list index, and channel number. Select [4] for text and miscellaneous data such as grand totals
and bar code data. Select [5] for date and time data placement.
While in this menu, the line preview is displayed, use the CLR key to delete the current line setup. Use the [0 Space] key to delete only the data present
in the current size font, while leaving other size data intact.
8) Select the exact data type. If the field is a variable type, a number entry screen will appear. Program the
number of characters needed. The available range appears on the number entry screen.
9) Change the start column as necessary. If the line is full, the start location cannot be changed.
10) Press the ESCkey until you are back to the font size selection menu. Repeat steps 6-9 until the screen
is exactly how you want it. Use the Preview selections found on several menus to observe your work in
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progress.
11) When finished press the EXIT (DISPLAY) key to return to normal operation.
This screen illustrates a 14 character gross weight on a small font line, and it
starts at column 6. If the line you are setting up is a small font line, the start
column will range from 1 to 6. In the medium font, the start column will
range from 1-3 (weight data lines are minimum 14 characters except for a
special case large font mode which takes 8 characters.
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SCALE DISPLAY SETUP
1 Single Scale Mode
2 Multi Scale Mode
3 Backlight 2min
4 Backlight Level 3
5 Contrast 1Ø
Shows preview of display.
CHANNEL INFORMATION
1 Channel Name
2 Start Column
3 Channel #
4 Start Column
5 Scan List Index
6 Start Column
PRODUCT ID DISPLAY
1 Prod ID Name
2 Start Column
3 ID String 1
4 Start Column
5 ID String 2
6 Start Column
7 MORE 1/2
NET-GROSS-TARE WT
1 Net Weight
2 Start Column
3 Gross Weight
4 Start Column
5 Tare Weight
6 Start Column
ROW X-X XX CHARACTERS
1 Product ID
2 Net-Gross-Tare Wt
3 Channel Info
4 Miscellaneous
5 Date-Time
Preview Line
Area
PRODUCT ID DISPLAY
1 Prod ID #
2 Start Column
3 Total for ID
4 Start Column
5 Samples ID
6 Start Column
7 MORE 2/2
MISCELLANEOUS
1 Barcode 1
2 Start Column
3 Barcode 2
4 Start Column
5 Barcode 3
6 Start Column
7 MORE 8 BACK 2/3
MISCELLANEOUS
1 Grand Total
2 Start Column
3 Grand Samples
4 Start Column
5 Net Address
6 Start Column
7 MORE 8 BACK 1/3
1 Barcode 4
2 Start Column
3 Fixed Text
4 Start Column
7 MORE 8 BACK 3/3
LARGE FONT SETUP
1 Row 1-4 (8 Chars)
2 Row 3-6
3 Row 5-8
4 Preview
MEDIUM FONT SETUP
1 Row 1-2 (16 Chars)
2 Row 3-4
3 Row 5-6
4 Row 7-8
5 Preview
SMALL FONT SETUP
1 Row 1 (21 Chars)
2 Row 2
3 Row 3
4 Row 4
5 Row 5
6 Row 6 8 Row 8
7 Row 7 9 Preview
CUSTOM SINGLE CHAN
1 Large Font (2 Row)
2 Medium Font(4 Row)
3 Small Font (8 Row)
4 Preview
CLR Entire Display
SINGLE SCALE CHANNEL
DISPLAY MODE
1 Standard Weight
2 Net Gross Tare
3 Standard & Product
4 Standard & Strings
5 Maximum Data
6 Custom 7 Preview
Clears entire screen setup.
Start with blank screen.
Shortcut
SCALE DISPLAY SETUP
SINGLE SCALE CHANNEL
DISPLAY MODE
CUSTOM SINGLE CHANNEL
LARGE FONT SETUP
MEDIUM FONT SETUP
SMALL FONT SETUP
MISCELLANEOUS
MISCELLANEOUS
DATE-TIME
1 Date & Time
2 Start Column
3 Date
4 Start Column
5 Time
6 Start Column
DATE-TIME
MISCELLANEOUS
CHANNEL INFORMATION
NET GROSS TARE WT
PRODUCT ID DISPLAY
PRODUCT ID DISPLAY
ROW X-X XX CHARACTERS
7
7
8
8
7
8
7
5
MNO
1
ABC
3
GHI
4
JKL
2
DEF
3
GHI
1
ABC
6
PQR
ESC
!
SETUP
7
STU
1
ABC
2
DEF
ZERO
CLR
0
4
JKL
DISPLAY
EXIT
2
DEF
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Shows preview of display.
CHANNEL INFORMATION
1 Channel Name
2 Start Column
3 Channel #
4 Start Column
5 Scan List Index
6 Start Column
NET-GROSS-TARE WT
1 Current Weight
2 Start Column
3 Gross Weight
4 Start Column
5 Tare Weight
6 Start Column
ROW X-X XX CHARACTER
1 Product ID
2 Net-Gross-Tare Wt
3 Channel Info
4 Miscellaneous
5 Date-Time
Preview Line
Area
PRODUCT ID DISPLAY
1 Prod ID #
2 Start Column
3 Total for ID
4 Start Column
5 # Samples ID
6 Start Column
7 MORE 2/2
DATE-TIME
1 Date & Time
2 Start Column
3 Date
4 Start Column
5 Time
6 Start Column
LARGE FONT Xxx CHAN
1 Row 1-4 (8 Chars)
2 Row 3-6
3 Row 5-8
4 Preview
MEDIUM FONT Xxx CHAN
1 Row 1-2 (16 Chars)
2 Row 3-4
3 Row 5-6
4 Row 7-8
5 Preview
SMALL FONT Xxx CHAN
1 Row 1 (21 Chars)
2 Row 2
3 Row 3
4 Row 4
5 Row 5
6 Row 6 8 Row 8
7 Row 7 9 Preview
Xxx CHANNEL DISP SET
1 Large Font (2 Row)
2 Medium Font (4 Rw)
3 Small Font (8 Row)
4 Preview
CLR Clears Xxx Chan
CUSTOM MULTI CHANNEL
0 Number of Chans X
1 1st Channel
2 2nd Channel
3 3rd Ch 7 7th Ch
4 4th Ch 8 8th Ch
5 5th Ch 9 Preview
6 6th Ch CLR All
Clears current display settings
for selected Channel
MULTI CH DISP MODE
0 Number of Chans X
1 3 Ch - 1 lg,2 sm
2 2 Ch - 2 med+ data
3 4 Ch - 4 sm + data
4 4 Ch - 4 medium
5 8 Ch - 8 small
6 Custom 7 Preview
SCALE DISPLAY SETUP
1 Single Scale Mode
2 Multi Scale Mode
3 Backlight 2min
4 Backlight level 3
5 Contrast 10
Shortcut
PRODUCT ID DISPLAY
1 Prod ID Name
2 Start Column
3 ID String 1
4 Start Column
5 ID String 2
6 Start Column
7 MORE 1/2
Clears every channel setup.
Start from a blank screen.
SCALE DISPLAY SETUP
ROW X-X XX CHARACTER
PRODUCT ID DISPLAY
PRODUCT ID DISPLAY
NET-GROSS-TARE WT
CHANNEL INFORMATION
DATE-TIME
SMALL FONT Xxx CHAN
MEDIUM FONT Xxx CHAN
LARGE FONT Xxx CHAN
Xxx CHANNEL DISP SET
CUSTOM MULTI CHANNEL
MULTI CH DISP MODE
MISCELLANEOUS
1 Barcode 1
2 Start Column
3 Barcode 2
4 Start Column
5 Barcode 3
6 Start Column
7 MORE 8 BACK 2/3
MISCELLANEOUS
1 Grand Total
2 Start Column
3 Grand Samples
4 Start Column
5 Net Address
6 Start Column
7 MORE 8 BACK 1/3
1 Barcode 4
2 Start Column
3 Fixed Text
4 Start Column
7 MORE 8 BACK 3/3
MISCELLANEOUS
MISCELLANEOUS
MISCELLANEOUS
7
7
8
8
7
8
7
CLR
0
4
JKL
5
MNO
2
DEF
1
ABC
4
JKL
2
DEF
3
GHI
6
PQR
1
ABC
2
DEF
7
STU
DISPLAY
EXIT
2
DEF
ESC
!
SETUP
3
GHI
5
MNO
CUSTOMMULTI-CHANNELDISPLAYSETUPMENU
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SECTION9–SETPOINTS
INTRODUCTION
The CellScale system provides extensive Set Point capabilities. Up to 32 Set Points are available. The CellScale
performs the A/D conversions and does limit checking for all the Set Points. The 9850 receives Set Point information from the CellScale and responds as programmed.
All 32 Set Points are setup from either the CellScale Terminal Interface, from a 3750CS, or from the 9850. All Set
Point value parameters are stored in the CellScale and are independent of any other device, including the 9850.
When a Set Point is tripped (true condition) and when it resets, the CellScale transmits to all connected 9850’s
a message signifying which Set Point tripped and/or reset. The 9850 can display messages for both tripped and
reset conditions.
The 9850 Meter can fill a variety of applications in control, batching, safety and informational warnings. Set
points can be used to trigger RS-232 data transmissions (see “COMM PORTS”). All 32 Set Points can put an
independent message on the display for both tripped and reset conditions.
Uniqueto9850Parameters
The 9850 can respond to the Set Point transmission in several ways:
1) Audible Alarm – 4 unique tones available for both set and reset conditions.
2) Display a message on the alphanumeric display in 3 font sizes. Using the large font size, the whole display
provides a set point indication. The medium font size takes over the bottom two lines with up to 16 characters.
The small font size takes over the bottom line with up to 20 characters.
3) Send a message out the RS-232 port of the 9850. This message can include weight parameters, time, date,
and any random text the user requires (using MSI @ codes).
These actions are independent of what the CellScale does, and are independent of other 9850’s or 3750CS’s that
might be on the Network. These Set Point actions are stored only in the 9850 and must be programmed independently in all 9850’s used in the system.
ParametersstoredintheCellScale
All parameters related to the Set Point values are stored only in the CellScale, programmed by a 3750CS or a
9850 via RF, or by the Teminal Interface program directly into the CellScale. These parameters include the following:
1) One or two threshold values (Value 1 and Value 2).
2) An “Operator” for each value (Oper 1 and Oper 2) which specifies whether the Set Point is Less Than, Greater
Than, etc..
3) An Operator Relationship (Op Relat) which specifies an “AND” or “OR” relationship between Value 1 and
Value 2.
4) A “Trigger Type” for each value (Trigtyp1 and Trigtyp2) which specifies if the Set Point responds to Gross
weight, Net weight, Total weight, or number of samples in the total (nSamples). “nSamples” can also be
thought of as a box counter or load counter.
5) Preact, Postact, and Deadzone – These parameters modify the value of the Set Point for process control
applications. The effect of these value modifiers is detailed below.
6) Input Source – This parameter relates the Set Point to a position in the Channel List. This allows any Set
Point to be assigned to any input channel or Math channel in the Cell Scale.
The Channel list must be configured in the CellScale. It cannot be programmed from the 9850.
7) Output Destination – The output destination list is also configured in the CellScale and is used to direct Set
Point outputs at the CellScale end. See the CellScale manual for further information on this parameter.
The Output Destination list must be configured in the CellScale. It cannot be programmed from the 9850.
8) Latching – Any Set Point can be configured to Latch on when tripped so even when the set point is no longer
true the output remains on.
9) Delay – Any Set Point can be delayed by up to 10 seconds (10000 ms). Often used to prevent spurious Set
Point outputs.
10) On/Off – Any Set Point can be turned on or off independently from the rest without losing any programmed
parameters.
11) All Set Points On/Off – Used to disable the operation of all 32 Set Points.
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1 S 9 S 17 S 25 S
2 S 10 S 18 S 26 S
3 S 11 S 19 S 27 S
4 S 12 S 20 S 28 S
5 S 13 S 21 S 29 S
6 S 14 S 22 S 30 S
7 S 15 S 23 S 31 S
8 S 16 S 24 S 32 S
SP1-NameS SP9 Name-S
SP2-NameS SP10Name-S
SP3-NameS SP11Name-S
SP4-NameS SP12Name-S
SP5-NameS SP13Name-S
SP6-NameS SP14Name-S
SP7-NameS SP15Name-S
SP8-NameS SP16Name-S
2 Set Points DISABLED
2 Set Points ENABLED
5 Clear Latches
Cleared
Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 8 ENT Save
Pos 1
SETPOINT XX NAME
1
ENTER
To Program Set
Point Menu
To Edit Highlighted
Set Point Name
0-9
or
Cursors
0-9
or
Cursors
MASTER SET POINTS
1 Program Set Point
2 Set Points ENABLED
3 View Status
4 View Status w/Name
5 Clear Latches
6 Mom Timeout Ø.Ø s
See General Text Editing
Procedure
MASTER SET POINTS
ESC
!
SETUP
2
DEF
2
DEF
3
GHI
4
JKL
5
MNO
ALPHA
A
a
1
ALPHA
A
a
1
ALPHA
A
a
1
1
ABC
PROGRAM SET POINT
ESC exits no change
ENTER edits value
Ø-9 replaces value
1
min = 1 max = 32
^ incs, v decs value
SETPOINTSETUPMENU
There are four ways to program values, operators, and remote relays for Set Points. 1) Use the Terminal Interface
Mode at the CellScale, 2) use a 3750CS, 3) use a 9750A, or 4) use the 9850.
To Enter the Set Point Setup Menus
1) Press SETUP.
2) Select “Set Points” by pressing [2].
3) The “MASTER SET POINTS” menu appears. Menu items 1-5 are discussed next.
1) Program Set Point – Enter the set point
number from 1 to 32. This determines
the set point that subsequent menus will
operate on. Go to “PROGRAM SET
POINT” menu (next page).
2) Set Points Enabled/Disabled – This
is the master switch for all set points.
When disabled no Set Point will operate. You must Enable the set points here
for any set point to operate.
3) View Status – The LCD displays all 32
Set Points along with a status indication.
The 9850 queries the master CellScale
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for status. This can take several seconds
to fully update (a low priority task for
the CellScale). Select the desired Set
Point to program with either the cursor
keys, or key in the number.
Pressing a number from 1-3 will cause groups to highlight
waiting for a second key. If no second key is pressed
within 3 seconds, Set Point 1, 2, or 3 is selected. To go
immediately to Set Points 1-3, press the ENTER key after
pressing 1-3. Press the ALPHA key to see the Set Point
names (if any) entered in the 9000.
Once the desired Set Point is high-
lighted, press the ENTERk ey to
set up the set point response. Go to
“PROGRAM SET POINT” menu (next
page).
4) View Status w/Name – Same as above
except the Set Point name is displayed
along with the Status. Press the ALPHA
key to enter or edit a set point name. Use
the Cursor keys to see the second half
of set points (17-32).
5) Clear Latches – Any set point that is
latched on is cleared with this selection.
However, if the tripped condition still
exists, the set point will remain on and
latched.
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Status Indicators
U Unknown – the CellScale has not yet
reported the Set Point Status
O Off – All Set Points are off
D Disabled – This Set Point is off
I Inactive – Set Point not tripped (inactive
state).
A Active – Set Point active and tripped
T Test – Test or Manual Mode forced on
L Latched – Set Point tripped and latched
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1 SP XX -SPName- OFF
2 9750 Response OFF
3 Input Source XX
4 Output Assign XX
5 Delay XXXXXms
6 Latch OFF
7 Force On OFF
8 Formula 9 View
1 SP XX -SPName- ON
1 SP XX -SPName- OFF
Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 8 ENT Save
Pos 1
SETPOINT XX NAME
1
VIEW FORMULA SP XX
Set Pt Triggers If
N/G Wt >= 500.0
AND N/G Wt <=1000.0
Set Pt Resets If
N/G Wt < 500.0
OR N/G Wt > 1000.0
SET POINT DELAY ms
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
1000
min = 0 max =10000
^ incs, v decs digit
OUTPUT SCAN LIST LOC
ESC exits no change
ENTER edits value
0-9 replaces value
1
min = 1 max = 32
^ incs, v decs digit
6 Latch ON
6 Latch OFF
7 Force Output ON
7 Force Output OFF
INPUT SCAN LIST LOC
ESC exits no change
ENTER edits value
0-9 replaces value
1
min = 1 max = 32
^ incs, v decs digit
To 9750 Response Menu
To Set Point Formula Menu
1
ABC
See General Text Editing
Procedure
To edit Set Point
Name
ALPHA
A
a
1
2
DEF
3
GHI
6
PQR
5
MNO
4
JKL
7
STU
8
VWX
9
@YZ
SET POINT DELAY ms
SET POINT OUTPUT LIST
INPUT SCAN LIST LOC
PROGRAMSETPOINTMENU
This Set Point Menu is reached from the procedure on
the previous page.
1) Individual Set Points are turned on (enabled) or
off (disabled) by pressing [1]. Disabled Set Points
can still be programmed, but will not operate until
enabled.
2) 9850 Response – This menu item sets the response
modes of the 9850. The submenus are detailed on the
next page.
3) Input Source – Input the scan channel index number
(1-32) for the scale input or math channel this set
point is compared to.
In a single Scale channel CellScale system, the input source would always
be “1” as this would be the only channel in the scan list.
4) Output Scan List Location – Input the Output List
choice for this set point. Output lists are set in the
CellScale. The output list controls the CellScale
response and has no effect on the 9850.
5) Set Point Delay ms – Set point delays are used to
eliminate spurious alarms on transient events or to
delay the set point action. Enter the desired delay in
milliseconds (1000ms = 1 second). 0 to 10000ms
range (10s). Actual resolution is 50ms. The number
will be rounded to the nearest 50ms.
6) Latch – A set point latch forces the set point output
to remain on even after the set point trip condition
is removed. Defaults to OFF.
7) Force Output – Used to test external response settings
of the set point. Forcing the output on will cause all
set point responses to operate. Be sure to force the
output back off when finished.
Caution: This function will turn on relays, warnings, alarms, etc. Be sure that
no damage will result to equipment by forcing the outputs on. This function
is automatically cleared when leaving the set point menus.
8) Formula – Use to program the set point formula. See
“Input Formula Menu”.
9) View – Shows trigger and reset points for this set
point. Used to confirm the formula. N/G indicates
the set point responds to Net or gross weight.
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AUDIBLE ALARMS SPXX
TRIP F2 VOL RESET
1
Off 6
Off
2 High F 7 High F
3 Med F 8 Med F
4 Low F 9 Low F
5 Warble 0 Warble
F3 Test F4 Test
Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 20 ENT Save
Pos 1
-Alarm String-
ALARM DISPLAY SP XX
TRIP RESET
1
Off 6
Off
2 Large 7 Large
3 Medium 8 Medium
4 Small 4 Small
5 Edit 0 Edit
F3 Test F4 Test
ALARM TO COMM1 SP XX
TRIP RESET
1
Off 4
Off
2 On 5 On
3 Edit 6 Edit
F3 Test F4 Test
SET POINT XX
1 Audible Alarms OFF
2 Alarm Display OFF
3 Alarm to Comm1 OFF
4 Alarm to Comm2 OFF
1
ALARM TO COMM2 SP XX
ALARM DISPLAY SP XX
AUDIBLE ALARMS SP XX
SET POINT XX
3
GHI
2
DEF
4
JKL
1
ABC
9850RESPONSEMENU
The 9850 responds to set points in three ways: with an audible alarm, a message display, or a message sent to
comm port 1. These menus program this response.
1) Audible Alarms – 5 different tones are available
for the tripped condition and/or the reset condition.
Audible alarms stay on until either the condition
clears, or any 9850 button is pressed. Press [F3]
or [F4] to hear the tone. Adjust the volume of the
alarm tone by pressing the [F2] key.
2) Alarm Display – Display a message on the 9850
LCD. Messages replace all or part of the current
weight display and flashes reverse characters
until the message is acknowledged. The “Large”
display [2] replaces the entire display with up to
16 characters. The “Medium” display [3] replaces
the bottom 2 lines with up to 16 characters. The
“Small” display [4] replaces the bottom line with
up to 20 characters. Alarm messages stay on until
either the condition clears, or until acknowledged
by the user by pressing any key. See a sample of
the display mode by pressing [F3] or [F4]. Edit
the message display by pressing [5] for the trip
message or [0] for the reset message.
3) Alarm to Comm1 – Provides a means to make a
printed or stored log of alarm events. The 9850
will output a message to the Comm Port or to
datalogging memory (see Comm Port setup) when
the set point trips and/or resets. All 32 Set Point
messages are up to 64 Bytes long each and can
include MSI @Codes allowing the recording of
weight, date, time, and other data when the set
point occurs. Press [3] to edit the trip print string
or [6] to edit the reset print string. Pressing [F3]
or [F4] will cause the string to output to the comm
port or memory (depending on the Comm Port
settings).
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ClearingAudibleAlarmsandDisplayMessages
The audible alarm and display message will continue until the condition is cleared or you press any key. If multiple
alarms occur, the alarms are prioritized by Set Point number. Set Point 1 has priority over all set points. Set Point
2 has priority over all set points except Set Point 1, and so on.
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OPERATOR 1 SP XX
1
Greater Than >
2 > or Equal >=
3 Less Than <
4 < or Equal <=
5 Off
SET POINT VALUE 1
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
500
min = 0, max =CAP
^ incs, v decs value
VALUE 1 TYPE SP XX
1 Gross
2 Net or Gross
3 Total
4 # of Totals
PREACT VALUE
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
10
min = 0, max = CAP
^ incs, v decs value
4 Relationship OR
4 Relationship AND
4 Relationship NONE
VIEW FORMULA SP XX
Set Pt Triggers If
N/G Wt >= 500.0
AND N/G Wt <=1000.0
Set Pt Resets If
N/G Wt < 500.0
OR N/G Wt > 1000.0
PREACT VALUE
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
10
min = 0, max = CAP
^ incs, v decs value
1, 2, & 3 menus are similar to Value 1 menus
VALUE 2 ENTRY SP XX
1 Operator 2
>
2 Value 2 XXXXXXX
3 Val 2 Type GROSS
4 Relationship
to Value 1
AND
5 View Formula
5
MNO
4
JKL
6
PQR
7
STU
1
ABC
2
DEF
3
GHI
4
JKL
OPERATOR 1 SP XX
SET POINT VALUE 1
VALUE 1 TYPE SP XX
VALUE 2 ENTRY SP XX
PREACT VALUE or POSTACT
VIEW FORMULA SP XX
DEADZONE VALUE
FORMULA SP XX
1 Operator 1
>
2 Value 1 XXXXXXX
3 Val 1 Type GROSS
4 Dual Value OFF
5 Preact XXXXXXX
6 Deadzone XXXXXXX
7 View Formula
FORMULA SP XX
SETPOINTFORMULAMENU
The Set Point Formula Menu controls the compare values
and Set Point type selection.
1) Operator 1 – Use the sub-menu to select the compare
operator. In dual value alarms, this operator only
applies to value 1.
2) Value 1 – Pressing [2] brings up a number entry
screen allowing the set point value entry.
Press the Alpha key to enter a negative number. The key will not
respond on value types other than Net or Gross weight.
3) Val 1 Type – This menu determines the weight type
the set point will use in compare. Use Gross [1]
for overload alarms that should not change even if
the scale is in Net mode. Use “Net or Gross”[2]
if the set point should be relative to Net or Gross
zero such as when weighing product for sale. Use
Total [3] for a set point that uses the current ID total
register value. Use “# of Totals” [4] for a set point
that responds to the number of total weighments.
Useful as a box counter or product counter.
4) Dual Value – Enabling dual value allows window
set points with upper and lower values. Use the
sub-menus to set the operator[1], value[2], weight
type [3], and the Relationship [4] for value 2. There
are three relationship choices: AND, both set point
conditions must be true for the set point to trigger.
OR, if either set point condition is true the set point
triggers. NONE, Value 2 is ignored, only value 1 is
used.
5) Preact – Enters a value that subtracts from the base
6) Deadzone – Enters a hysteretic value for the Set
7) View Formula – Show the whole effect of all the
set point value. To change this menu item to Postact
(adds to the base set point value) use the [ALPHA]
key.
point.
entries. N/G is used for Net/Gross Wt.
See the CellScale 9000 User Guide for a through explanation of Set Point operation
and how to control relays at the CellScale end.
DirectRelayControl
The 9850 provides direct remote relay control for remote
control operations, start-stop conditions, etc. This feature
uses either the Set Point output controls (which must be
set up in the CellScale), or the 9850 Relay Option.
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SECTION10–COMMUNICATIONPORTS
INTRODUCTION
• The MSI 9850 is equipped with two serial input / output ports. The Comm Ports are intended for interfacing
printers, data loggers, scoreboards, and computers to the 9850 Meter. The real-time clock allows the user to
time and/or date stamp any data obtained from the 9850.
• The data output is fully format able. The 9850, under menu control will print control characters for easy
interfacing to any label printer. An initialize string combined with start string, product labels, user programmable data, weight data, and end strings, provides complete control over printed data.
• Many scales and weigh meters suspend weighing operation while printing and will not function until a print
job is completed. The MSI 9850 serial outputs use advanced DMA (direct memory access) techniques for
transmitting the print strings. This prevents long print jobs from interfering with scale operation.
• Comm Port 1 is configurable as RS-232 or RS-422/485. When in RS-422/485 mode, Receiver termination
can be enabled.
Comm Port Function
The RS-232 or RS-422/485 output is used in conjunction with the SEND/PRINT Key or settable Function Keys
to output weight and total data to a computer, printer, scoreboard, or any other serial device. In addition there
are several automatic print modes including print on Total, when there is a weight change, or when a set point is
reached. Interval and continuous printing is available for data logging or interfacing Scoreboard displays. The
SEND/PRINT key can also trigger remote data output to other devices on the CellScale network.
ELECTRICALCONFORMANCE
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Comm Port 1 (In RS-232 mode) and Comm Port 2: The electrical characteristics of the serial input / output
conform to the EIA Standard EIA-232-D (downward compatible with RS-232C). The serial cable, as supplied,
is wired DTE. Cable connections include RXD (input), TXD (output), Ground, CTS (input), RTS (output), and
Shield Ground (also known as Frame Ground). CTS/RTS handshaking is optional and the lines do not need to
be connected. On Comm Port 2, the 9850 has 5 Volts DC on pin 9 for powering Bar Code Readers. This voltage
will not harm any standard PC ports and will be read as Ring Indicator off.
MATINGCABLE
The 9850 uses IP-67 rated circular connectors (Pico) for both Comm Ports. To connect the 9850 to standard PC’s
use the supplied Pico to 9 Pin D female cable (MSI P/N 502512-0001).
DATACONFIGURATION
The 9850 serial ports are configured with the “Com Select, Strings” Menus. Standard data configuration is:
Data Strings
A Data String is simply a collection of characters stored in memory, that are used to format the Comm Port output
or Data Logging memory. Data Strings are defined by the user. The length of the formatting strings are limited to
512 characters. However, since 3 or 4 character commands can cause an output of up to 99 characters in length,
the 512 limit does not represent the maximum size of the data output. The 9850 offers the programmer the ability
to print or store any and all weight data, time and date stamp, and formatting controls suitable for even the most
complex bar code printer.
Data Format
Each transmitted reading consists of a number of programmable character strings. Data is completely user programmable and can include formatting characters, Time and Date, and text in addition to all weight parameters.
The End-of-Line string is used for Carriage Return or other end-of-line control characters. These are easily entered
through the Comm Ports menu or downloaded through a computer.
TRIGGERPRINT
The MSI 9850 serial ports function in any of 10 Trigger Print modes:
1) Continuously – The Data String can be transmitted continuously at the rate set in the Interval Menu. How
fast the weight data updates is determined by the transmission rate in the Master CellScale. “Motion Check”
determines if printing is allowed (Motion Check Off) or disallowed (Motion Check On) when the weight is
not stable.
2) Send / Print Key – This is a print on command mode which works when the Send / Print key on the front
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panel is pressed. The Send / Print key is active in all modes unless disabled with the Function key setup or
the Lock Function. F4 defaults to “SEND”. ENTERF4 defaults to “PRINT”. The “Motion Check” menu
selection determines if printing is allowed or disallowed when the weight is in motion and/or not stable.
3) Print on CTS (Clear to Send, a RS-232 handshake line) – By toggling the CTS line from space to mark, the
print string will be transmitted. If an interval is set, the string will continue to print as long as CTS is asserted.
“Motion Check” determines if printing is allowed (Motion Check Off) or disallowed (Motion Check On)
when the weight is not stable.
4) Print On Weight Change – Every time the weight changes 1 full display count or more, one transmission of
data will occur. “Motion Check” determines if printing is allowed or disallowed when the weight is in motion
and/or not stable. Interval has no effect in this mode.
5) Print on Stable Load – When the load weight exceeds the Total Threshold and motion ceases, one transmission of data will occur. Once transmitted, the scale must return below the Total Threshold to re-enable the
transmission. Interval has no effect in this mode.
6) Print On Total – When the weight is totaled, one transmission of data will occur. Once transmitted, the scale
must return below the Total Threshold (See Total Setup) to re-enable the transmission. Interval has no effect
in this mode.
Using Print on Total with the Auto Total enabled should not be used with any weight print-out other than W5, W6, W7, or W9 (because the actual total
doesn’t occur until weight drops below the threshold, so the weight used for the Total would no longer be on the scale). Use “Print on Load” to print the
weight used for the total.
7,8,9,10) Print on Set-Point – Set point 1, Set point 2, Set Point 1 and 2, or Set-point 1 or 2 can be configured to
trigger a data print. Once transmitted, the set-point must go off then on again to transmit again. Print on a set
point can also be configured to print when two set-points are true (AND) or when either Set Point 1 or Set
Point 2 are true (OR). This configuration allows printing when the weight is outside two limits or when the
weight is inside two limits (windowed). “Motion Check” determines if printing is allowed (Motion Check
Off) or disallowed (Motion Check On) when the weight is not stable.
In addition to the Control modes above, the master CellScale can also force formatted print strings out the Comm
Port. See the CellScale manual for more information on Set Point messages and other types of remotely generated messaging.
There is also a special print mode used with the VIEW key. Pressing VIEW∑ (F-Key programmed for View
Total) followed immediately by the PRINT key will output just the current ID Codes total and Total Count. See
“@W7” for formatting information on this special output.
COMMPORTSELECTMENU
This menu is the entry screen into the two Comm Ports allowing the user to set baud rate, program the output
strings, and to set up Data Logging. From this menu, you configure Comm Port 1’s protocol (232 or 422/485)
[1] ENTER EDIT STRINGS: is the heart of the communications system. It controls the data output generated
by the 9850 Meter.
1) Data Out String: This is the main formatted output string. Any weight or other data can be included with the
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COMMPORTSETUPMENU
[1] ENTER EDIT STRINGS: is the heart of the communications system. It controls the data output generated
by the 9850 Meter.
1) Data Out String: This is the main formatted output string. Any weight or other data can be included with the
use of the MSI “@” codes. Up to 512 Bytes
2) End String: The End string can be 0 to 64 characters long. Most commonly used for Carriage Return (CR)
or Line Feed (LF), or CR/LF. The EOL string defaults to Carriage Return / Line Feed. See “Programming
the End of Line String for an example.
3) Start String: The Start string can be 0 to 64 characters long. It is intended for commonly used commands that
usually precede printed lines. Typically ESC codes are used on some printers to enable or format the print
string. The start of line string is usually referred to as the “SOL string”. The string defaults to empty.
4) Wait Character: The “WAIT CHARACTER”, if entered, will cause the print output to pause after each EOL
string until the designated character is received by the port. To use the Wait Character mode, the Comm Port
mode must be Duplex. Once the proper Wait Character has been received the 9850 will output the next data
string up to the next EOL string.
5) Aux String: The Aux String is an additional formatted output string primarily intended for use in the Data
Logging feature to provide additional information embedded in the data stream.
6) Ack String: The Acknowledge String is sent back to the Host port that sent a message to this 9850. See
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MSI-9850
SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
COMM PORT 2
1 Enter/Edit Strings
2 Output Interval
3 Control Settings
4 Serial Settings
5 Motion Check ON
6 Data Logging
SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Channel & Calibrate
2 Display
3 RF Modem
4 Comm 2 & Strings
5 Product ID Codes
6 Tare
7 MORE 2/2
BAUD RATE
1 3ØØ 8 19.2k
2 6ØØ 9 28.8k
3 12ØØ Ø 38.4k
4 24ØØ F1 57.6k
5 48ØØ F2 76.8k
6
96ØØ F3 115.2k
7 14.4k F4 23Ø.4k
2 Data Bits 7
2 Data Bits 8
HANDSHAKING
1 Hardware DCE
2 Hardware DTE
3 Hardware RTR/CTS
4
None
5 Software XON/XOFF
MODE
1 Duplex
2 Listen
3 Off
4 Talk
Text Editing
Screen. See
general text
editing
section.
INTERVAL MILLISECOND
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
Ø-9 replaces value
5Ø
min = Ø, max = 95Ø
^ incs, v decs digit
Shortcut
6
TRIGGER PRINT ON
-Current Mode-
1 Total
2 Set Point 1 (SP1)
3 Set Point 2 (SP2)
4 SP1 And SP2
5 SP1 Or SP2
6 MORE 2/2
TRIGGER PRINT ON
-Current Mode-
1 Continuously
2 Send/Print Key
3 Comm 2 CTS
4 Weight Change
5 Stable Load
6 MORE 1/2
COMM 1 STRINGS
1 Data Out String
2 End of Line
3 Start of Line
4 Wait Character
5 Aux String
6 Ack String
7 Overload String
OUTPUT INTERVAL
Print Once on Trig
1 Milliseconds
2 Seconds
3 Minutes
4 Hours
5 Days
CLR = Print Once
SERIAL SETTINGS
1 Baud Rate 96ØØ
2 Data Bits 8
3 Parity NONE
4 Handshake NONE
5 Mode DUPLEX
6 Setup Settings Dump
5 Motion Check OFF
5 Motion Check ON
DATA LOGGING
1 Output Memory 1
2 Output Memory 2
3 Abort Output
4 Erase Memory 1 XX%
5 Erase Memory 2 XX%
6 FKey to Memory 1
7 AutoPrint to Mem 1
AUTO PRINT TO MEMORY
1 Print to Memory 1
2 Print to Memory 2
3 Auto Log Msg OFF
4 Auto Clr IDStr1 OFF
5 Auto Clr IDStr2 OFF
6 Bar1 OFF 8 Bar3 OFF
7 Bar2 OFF 9 Bar4 OFF
3 Parity EVEN
3 Parity NONE
3 Parity ODD
1-5 Key
1 Key shown
for example
NET/GROSS
B/G
COMM 1 STRINGS
OUTPUT INTERVAL
TRIGGER PRINT ON
TRIGGER PRINT ON
SERIAL SETTINGS
DATA LOGGING
COMM PORT 2
SETUP SELECT MENU
INTERVAL MILLISECONDS
BAUD RATE
HANDSHAKING
MODE
AUTO PRINT TO MEMORY
SETUP SELECT MENU
ESC
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SETUP
IN
F3
SEND/PRINT
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“Text Messaging” for more
d e t a i l . T h i s
string defaults
to the ASCII
A C K c o m mand but any
message up to
32 bytes can be
entered.
7) O v e r l o a d
St ring: Eig ht
characters long
is sent instead
o f w e i g h t
w h e n t h e
scale is overlo aded. Use d
when a scorebo ard cannot
d i sp l a y t h e
alphanumeric
string “OVERLOAD”.
[2] O U T P U T
I N T E R V A L :
Selecting “Prin t
Once”CLR means
that after the trigger
condition, a single
transmission of data
will occur. For continuous output, a
print interval can
be entered f r o m
50ms to 50 days in
50ms increments.
Used in conjunction
with the Continuous
Trigger mode, this
can generate a time
based data-logging
system. An interval
of 50 milliseconds
means that the scale
will output data at the highest rate possible (also limited by the transmission rate from the CellScale). Interval
used with other control modes can be useful for control and monitoring purposes.
[3] TRIGGER PRINT ON: The “Trigger Print On’ menu designates the condition that causes the 9850 to output data. The
Send / Print key will always work unless specifically locked out or the function key is reassigned. When the designated trigger
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Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 512 ENT Save
Pos 1
-NAMEofSTRING-
1
Current String Length
Maximum String Length
(varies from 8 to 512 bytes)
Cursor Position
Highlighted Character
(Shows character being edited)
String Name
Keyboard Mode
1=Numerals
A=Upper Case Alphanumeric
a=Lower Case Alphanumeric
condition occurs, the print string specified in the “Data Out String” will be output on Comm 1. If the “Motion
Check” parameter is set to “ON”, the weight must be stable before the 9850 will output data. If a valid trigger
occurs, the 9850 will wait for the next settled (out of Motion) reading before it will output data. See descriptions of the Trigger Print modes in the “Trigger Print” section above.
[4] SERIAL SETTINGS: The Serial Settings menu is used to set standard Comm Port parameters. See “To
Set The Baud Rate” for an example of how to use these setting menus.
STOP BITS: Stop Bits are not changeable and set to 1.
1) BAUD RATE: Standard Baud Rates available are 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800,
38400, 57600, 76800, 115200, and 230400. The 9850 defaults to 9600 Baud.
2) DATA BITS: Either 7 or 8 Data Bits can be set. If 7 bit mode is set, Data Characters above 127dec cannot
be sent or received. The default is 8 bits.
3) PARITY: Parity mode is NONE Parity, EVEN or ODD. The 9850 defaults to “NO Parity”.
4) HANDSHAKE: Comm Port Handshaking is set in this menu. Use “Software XON/XOFF” [5] for software
handshaking commonly used in communicating with computers. Use “Hardware DCE” [2] for interfacing
with devices with an RTS output and CTS input. Use “Hardware DTE”
as an input. “Hardware RTR/CTS” [4] protocol provides a symmetrical interface. When a device is ready to receive data, i.e.,
there is no unread data in the serial port receive register, the device asserts the RTR signal. A device does not begin transmitting
data until the CTS signal is asserted. Use NONE [1] (default) for situations where no handshaking is required or possible. It is
recommended that hardware handshaking is used for all high baud rate applications (>19200 Baud).
5) MODE: The MODE menu sets the communications mode for the port. Use “TALK” for outputting data to a printer that uses
hardware handshaking or no handshaking. Use “DUPLEX” for printers with software handshaking (XON / XOFF, etc.) or to
talk and listen to a computer. Use “LISTEN” to only receive commands from a computer. Use “OFF” to disable the port (and
save power on battery units).
[5] MOTION CHECK: When ON the scale will only print settled data, i.e. when the motion detection annunciator is off. Use
“OFF” when it is necessary to send data out the Comm port while the weight is in motion. Driving a remote display is a good
example of an application usually requiring the Motion Check off.
[6]DATA LOGGING: Controls Data Logging mode and provides access to the Data Logging memory for uploading to host
computers and clearing memory. See Section 10 – Data Logging for details on the use of this menu.
[3] if the 9850 must produce RTS as an output and CTS
GENERALTEXTENTRY
The 9850 keypad supports full alphanumeric data entry. Numbers, letters, and ASCII control
characters are easily handled through the use of the “General Text Entry Menu”. While in
any string entry screen, pressing [F4] will bring up the text entry menu providing access to
special characters and font control. In addition, the full screen mode can be enabled which
removes the information in favor of showing more characters. Even in full screen mode, F4
is still active.
For characters not in the standard ASCII table, the decimal entry mode is provided. This mode
TextEntryScreen
The following illustration is representative of 9850 text entry screens. The string name is shown on the bottom
line of the display. Pressing [F4] brings up additional menu items for adding punctuation, symbols, and control
characters. An ASCII entry mode is also provided for special characters above 127d.
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ASCII CHARACTERS
1 Punctuation
2 Printable Symbols
3 Control Characters
4 Enter Decimal Char
5 Full Screen OFF
6 Size SMALL 21/ROW
Show 83 Characters
PUNCTUATION MENU
1 , 6 ?
2 ; 7 `
3 : 8 ‘
4 . 9 “
5 ! 0 _
SYMBOLS 1/2
1 # 6 (
2 = 7 [
3 + 8 {
4 * 9 \
5 < 0 ^
F3 ~ F4 MORE
SYMBOLS 2/2
1 $ 6 )
2 % 7 ]
3 - 8 }
4 / 9 |
5 > 0 &
F3 del F4 MORE
5 Full Screen ON
5 Full Screen OFF
ENTER DECIMAL CODE
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
1Ø
min = 1, max = 255
^ incs, v decs value
6 Size MED 16/ROW
6 Size SMALL 21/ROW
6 Size LARGE 8/ROW
CONTROL CHARACTERS
1 SOH Start of Hdr
2 STX Start of Text
3 ETX End of Text
4 EOT End of Xmit
5 ENQ Enquiry
6 ACK Acknowledge
7 MORE 8 BACK 1/6
CONTROL CHARACTERS
1 BEL Bell
2 BS Back Space
3 HT Horizontal Tab
4 LF Line Feed
5 VT Vertical Tab
6 FF Form Feed
7 MORE 8 BACK 2/6
CONTROL CHARACTERS
1 CR Carriage Return
2 SO Shift Out
3 SI Shift In
4 DLE Data Link Esc
5 DC1 (XON)
6 DC2 Device Cntl 2
7 MORE 8 BACK 3/6
CONTROL CHARACTERS
1 DC3 (XOFF)
2 DC4 Device Cntl 4
3 NAK Neg Acknowledg
4 SYN Synch Idle
5 ETB End of XmitBlk
6 CAN Cancel
7 MORE 8 BACK 4/6
CONTROL CHARACTERS
1 EM End of Medium
2 SUB Substitute
3 ESC Escape
4 FS File Separator
5 GS Group Separator
6 RS Record Separator
7 MORE 8 BACK 5/6
CONTROL CHARACTERS
1 US Unit Separator
2 DEL Delete
7 MORE 8 BACK 6/6
Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 512 ENT Save
Pos 1
-NAMEofSTRING-
1
PUNCTUATION MENU
CONTROL CHARACTERS
CONTROL CHARACTERS
CONTROL CHARACTERS
CONTROL CHARACTERS
CONTROL CHARACTERS
CONTROL CHARACTERS
ASCII CHARACTERS
SYMBOLS 1/2
SYMBOLS 2/2
ENTER DECIMAL CODE
Returns to Screen 1 from any screen.
ALPHA
A
a
1
F4
ADDRESS
GENERALTEXTENTRYMENU
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ScreenControlMenuSelections
Selecting [5] toggles between the two entry screen modes. When
“Full Screen” is OFF, the normal text entry screen shown on the
previous page will appear. If “Full Screen” is ON, the screen will
be fully available without the menu items and string navigation
info. The F4 Menu selection is still available in Full Screen mode
for recalling the full text control menu.
Selecting [6] scrolls the text entry screen through the 3 font size
choices. The small font selection will show a maximum of 83 characters at a time in standard screen mode, and 164 characters in full
screen mode. The medium font will show 31 standard screen and
60 in full screen. The large font will show 7 characters in standard
screen and 14 in full screen.
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allows access to characters above 127 (decimal). Characters from 128d to 255d are used for special characters
and graphics by many printers. Note that outputting characters above 127d requires that the
serial setting for data bits is set to 8 (see serial settings menu).
Text strings are edited using the cursor keys and the INS key (alternate function of the [F3]
key). The INS key toggles between the insert mode (narrow cursor between characters) and
the character edit mode (character is highlighted). When a character is highlighted, use the
keypad to change the character. Also while the character is highlighted, a larger representative
character is shown in the lower left
corner of the screen. This allows
the display of special characters
which are held by placekeepers in
the smaller fonts.
GeneralAlpha-numericEntry
Procedure
1) Use the Aa1 (ALPHA) key to switch between numeric “1”, upper case “A”, or lower case “a”. The current mode is shown in
the lower right corner of the display
2) Press the desired character key. If a “B” is needed, press the ABC key twice. While in alpha entry, if you need a numeric digit,
press the key 4 times
3) If you need two letters off the same key, pause briefly until the cursor moves to the next position.
4) Save the string by pressing ENTER.
Alternate Characters, Punctuation, Symbols, and Control Characters
1) While in the text entry screen, press the [F4] key. This enables the ASCII Characters Menu. This menu provides links to special
characters.
2) For standard punctuation, press [1]. For other printable characters, press [2]. For ASCII control characters, press [3]. If a special
character is needed, use the “Enter Decimal Char” [4] menu to put in the decimal equivalent value of the desired character. This
is the only way to enter characters above 127d. These characters, if undefined in the 9850 character set, will be represented by
a place keeper.
-OR-
Use this chart for alternate character entry using the DP, Tare, and Net/Gross keys.
It is usually more efficient to use the @E command, then to put in individual CR/LF characters as this is what the @E string is usually set to.
PRINTER/OUTPUTFORMATTING
The 9850 can format virtually any Printer or Serial Data Device including complex bar-code label printers through
the use of the built in string formatting. To use this versatile feature, the user must input command codes and data
in a specific manner. Each command code consists of a 2 letter mnemonic. Some command codes also require a
numeric suffix.
A simple example of this structure is the default print data string: @W1@E. The “@W” command code means
to print weight. The “1” means print the current display mode. The “@E” will cause the End-of-line string to be
printed. Entering these strings from the 9850 is usually easiest by placing the Alpha mode into upper case and
pushing the keys 4 times to obtain numeric digits.
By combining the “@” commands with standard ASCII characters, control characters, etc., any data available
from the scale, plus any additional text, can be printed in any order desired. Using formatting controls typical to
modern bar-code printers is simply a matter of formatting the printer strings.
The MSI 9850 character set includes all upper case letters, lower case letters, numbers, and most of the rest of
EXAMPLEPRINTERFORMATTING
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the standard ASCII set.
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MSI-9850
String
ASCII
Notes
❹➊❷❸➎❻❼➑
The following diagram shows a typical print string format. The end result of this example produces a printout
similar to this:
In this example we’ll use control characters to both print in red and expand the characters for “PEARS”. Note:
control codes used in this example are unique to a specific printer ( a Star Micronics DP8340) and are used for
example only. Non printing control characters (e.g. ESC, CR, LF, DC4, etc.) are represented by a dot pattern in
the smallest font size. The necessary string will be:
1) The 27 is an ESC followed by a 4 which equals “Red Character Print instruction”
2) The 14 is an SO which turns on the Expanded character instruction
3) The 20 is an DC4 which turns off the Expanded character instruction
4) The 27 is an ESC followed by a 5 which turns off the Red Character Print instruction
5) @E causes the end-of-line string to be sent. In this example, the end-of-line string is programmed as CR/
LF.
6) @W3 causes the current Net weight to be printed. If the scale was in the NET mode,
@W1 would have worked as well.
7) @D6 causes the current date to be printed in MM/DD/YYYY format
8) @E causes the end-of-line string to be sent (CR/LF).
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PROGRAMMINGTHEENDOFLINEORSTARTOFLINESTRINGS
The End of Line String is used to terminate print strings and is printer dependent. The default
string is Carriage Return (CR=ASCII 13d), Line Feed (LF=ASCII 10). The Start of Line String is often used for
STX commands or other configuration control characters. The default SOL string is empty.
Refer to the ASCII table in the Appendix for proper codes. Up to 64 characters can be included.
You can also embed @ codes to expand the two strings. However, be careful not to include
@E in the End of Line string, or @F in the Start of Line string.
EDITINGTHEPRINTSTRING
Editing the print string is controlled by the INSkey (alternate function of [F3]). The INS
key alternates the cursor between the Insert mode (narrow cursor between characters) and
the Replace mode (character highlights).
To insert a character (narrow cursor)
Use the LEFT(3), RIGHT (4), UP (5), and DOWN (6) Scroll keys to move the cursor around in the print string. Insert new
characters behind the cursor. Press ENTERto store the edited string.
To change a character (highlighted character)
Use the LEFT(3), RIGHT (4), UP (5), and DOWN (6) Scroll keys to move around in the print string. Change the cursor
into a highlighted character by pressing the INSkey. The flashing digit indicates the edit able character which is also shown in
the lower left hand corner of the edit screen. Once the desired character is flashing, use the keypad and the ALPHA key to input
any character. If you need to change it to a character not in the 9850 keypad, press [F4]to bring up the alternate character entry
screen. Press ENTER to store the edited string.
To delete a character
Use the LEFT(3), RIGHT (4), UP (5), and DOWN (6) Scroll keys to move around in the print string. Change the cursor into
a highlighted character by pressing the INS key. The flashing digit indicates the edit able character which is also shown in the
lower left hand corner of the edit screen. Press
edited string.
Pressing the ESC key will exit out of the menu and restore the string as it was. The changes must be saved with the ENTER key.
To Erase the Entire Print String
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Press the CLRkey rapidly 3 times and the entire string will be erased.
Press the ESC key to restore the string as it was.
Press ENTERto store the empty string.
Description
Cmd Command Suffix Input
examples
Reset the host parser
Select Active Channel
;
@nn
None ; This command can be used at any time to reset
where “nn” is the channel
@05
list location 01-32
@26
Change to next channel
@+
None @+ Switches to next channel and outputs SC
w/ Labels
Change to previous channel
@-
None @- Switches to previous channel and outputs SC
w/ Labels
Output examples & comments
*= a space or place holder
the command parser
Selects Channel List
location 5.
Selects location 26
All comm ands that are
cha n n e l s p ec i f i c a r e
directed to this Channel
number, LC# and LC Name
number, LC# and LC Name
Query for current scan list position
@? 1=Current Scan Index
2=Current Display Index
@? Outputs SC number, LC# and LC Name
SC 1, CH 1-1, Name of Scale****
Name of scale up to 20 characters
Change to next channel
@#
None @# Switches to next channel in scan list.
(no Label)
Change to previous channel
@!
None @! Switches to previous channel in scan list.
(no Label)
Output an “@” sign @@ @@ @ The CellScale uses the @ sign for specific
None
embedded commands, this command allows the
outputing of @.
Output Annunciators
@A
1=Battery Level
@A1
BAT1 =Bat >1% BAT2 =Bat >10%
BAT3 =Bat >25%
Output Spaces
@B
2=Center of Zero
3=Motion Status
4=OK to Total Status
5=Net./Gross Status
6=Channel Status
7=9850 Battery Voltage
8=Batt normal or low
9=Int temperature
# where “#” is the number
of spaces from 1-255
@A2
@A3
@A4
@A5
@A6
@A7
@A8
@A9
COZN =Not COZ COZY =COZ
MTNN=No Motion MTNY=In Motion
TTLN=Not OK to Total TTLY=OK to Total
NET*=Net mode GRS*=Gross mode
ACTN = Not Active ACTY = Active
BAT 13.2 Volts
BATTERY NORMAL or BATTERY LOW
TEMP 30C measures internal temp of 9850
@B100 100 spaces inserted in
the string
Output ID Code
Output Date
Output End-of-line String
@C
@D
@E
Output Start-of-line String @F None @F Outputs Start-of-line string. Up to 64 bytes.
Output Horizontal Tabs @H # where “#” is the number
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1=ID and code #
2=Code # only
1=ddmmmyy
2=mm/dd/yy
3=dd/mm/yy
4=Day of Wk
5=ddmmmyyyy
6=mm/dd/yyyy
7=dd/mm/yyyy
8=yyyymmdd (ISO)
@C1 ID CODE **1
@C1
*14 Outputs the current ID number only.
@D1
@D2
@D3
@D4
@D5
@D6
@D7
@D8
30SEP02*
09/30/06
30/09/06
SATURDAY**
30SEP2006*
09/30/2006
30/09/2006
20060930
None @E Outputs End-of-line string. Up to 64 bytes.
@H10; Outputs 10 horizontal tabs. Terminate with
of tabs from 1-255
semicolon for less than 3 digits.
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Description Cmd Command Suffix Input
Print Modem ID
@I
1
Output ID String @L 1=ID String 1
2=ID String 2
Output a scale mode
@M
1=Current
2=Gross
3=Net
4=Tare
5=Total
6=# Totals
7=Total, #Ttls
8=reserved
9=Last Total
%
Output Name
@N
1=Current Channel Name
2=Current ID Name
3=Current Set Point
4=Scan List Position
5=Channel Number
6=Fkey Label Print Str1
7=Fkey Label Print Str2
Output Comm Port Data String
@P
1-5
NotApplicableon9850
Output Set Point Parameters
@S
NotApplicableon9850
Output Time
@T
1=HH:MM AM/PM
2=HH:MM:SS AM/PM
3=HH:MM
4=HH:MM:SS
Output Current units
@U
None
Output Weight (Value only) @V 1=current weight
2=gross
3=net
4=tare
5=total
6=# of totals
7= total, # of totals
8=reserved
Output examples & comments
examples
*= a space or place holder
@I1 xxx where x is the modem ID from 1-254
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@L1
@L2
@M1
@M2
@M3
@M4
@M5
@M6
@M7
@M9
@M%
@N1
@N2
@N3
@N4
@N5
@N6
@N7
String 1 from the current ID. ≤20 Bytes.
String 2 from the current ID. ≤20 Bytes.
GROSS* or NET
GROSS*
NET***
TARE**
TOTAL*
T*CNT*
TOTAL*T*CNT
GROSS+ or NET+
%G-CAP
SCALE PLATFORM 2
APPLES** always 8 characters
WARNING1** always 8 characters
SC 21 always 5 characters
CH 1-1 always 6 characters
OPERATOR always 8 characters
CUSTOMER always 8 characters
@P1 Output Comm Port 1’s data string
This command is used to embed print strings
from one comm port to another. Do not embed
a print string inside itself.
@T1
@T2
@T3
@T4
@U LB** pounds
04:22*PM
04:22:35*PM
16:22
16:22:35
KG** kilograms
TON* Short Tons
OZ** ounces
G*** grams
DAN* dekanewtons
MTON* Metric Tons
@V1
@V2
@V3
@V4
@V5
@V6
@V7
**20.002
Length: 8, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
**205.08
Length: 8, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
*1188.50
Length: 8, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
****5000
Length: 8, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
*432534.85
Length: 10, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
12345
Length: 5, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
*432534.85,12345
Length: 16, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
9=last totaled weight
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Description Cmd Command Suffix Input
Output Weight Value and mode
Output a statistics value
@W
@X
1=current weight
2=gross
3=net
4=tare
5=total
6=# of totals
7= total, # of totals
8=reserved
9=last totaled weight
1=Average weight
2=Minimum
3=Maximum
4=Standard Deviation
5=Coeff of Variance
6=Grand Total
7=Grand Average
8=# of Grand Totals
examples
@W1
@W2
@W3
@W4
@W5
@W6
@W7
@W9
@X1
@X2
@X3
@X4
@X5
@X6
@X7
@X8
Output examples & comments
*= a space or place holder
**20.002*LB***GROSS*
Length: 20, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
**205.08*KG***GROSS*
Length: 20, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
*1188.50*G****NET***
Length: 20, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
****5000*TNE*TARE**
Length: 20, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
*432534.85*KG***TOTAL*
Length: 22, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
12345*T*CNT*
Length: 12, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
*432534.85*KG***TOTAL,12345*T*CNT*
Length: 34, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
**200.05*KG***GROSS+*or NET+ in NetMode
Length: 20, fixed. Leading zeros suppressed
**13.350
***3.200
**16.650
***2.392
***32.50
4263285.55
*****52.50
*123434
Output a statistics value and
mode
@Y
1=Average weight
2=Minimum
3=Maximum
4=Standard Deviation
5=Coeff of Variance
6=Grand Total
7=Grand Average
8=# of Grand Totals
@Y1
@Y2
@Y3
@Y4
@Y5
@Y6
@Y7
@Y8
**13.350*LB***AVG***
***3.200*LB***MIN***
**16.650*LB***MAX***
***2.392*LB***STDDEV
***32.50*LB***CO-VAR
4263285.55*LB***G-TOTL
*****52.50*LB***G-AVG*
*123434*G-CNT*
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GENERALTEXT/CONTROLCHARACTERENTRY
Text or control characters are simply entered into the printer data string. All ASCII characters from 1dec to 127dec
can be entered with the exception of the “@” symbol which the 9850 uses for its control characters (enter “@@”
to print a single “@”). If 8 bit data transmission is enabled additional codes 128 to 255 can also be assigned.
These upper numbers are often used for graphics characters on printers. “@” Commands are case sensitive, only
capital letters are used.
InputDataForm
With the exception of characters following the command “@” symbol, all characters are treated as printable text
or control characters. The MSI 9850 represents characters that can’t be displayed on the LCD with a checkered
pattern. The “ASCII Characters” Menu is provided to input Punctuation, Symbols, Control Characters, or the
decimal byte value for any other character not included in the standard 9850 character set. Use the ASCII table
(Appendix B) to determine the decimal number equal to any desired character. Some serial devices will define
special functions or characters for values above 127, the standard end of the ASCII character set.
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SERIALOUTPUT“@”COMMANDS
The printer formatting “@” commands and their data configurations are as follows:
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Erasing the data logging memory is permanent. The data will be lost.
Make sure the data is no longer needed before using the erase memory
functions. Erasing data logging memory does not effect any other
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MSI-9850
DATA LOGGING
1 Output Memory 1
2 Output Memory 2
3 Abort Output
4 Erase Memory 1
XX%
5 Erase Memory 2 XX%
6 FKey to Memory 1
7 AutoPrint to Mem 1
AUTO PRINT TO MEMORY
1 Print to Memory 1
2 Print to Memory 2
3 Auto Log Msg
ON
4 Auto Clr IDStr1 OFF
5 Auto Clr IDStr2 OFF
6 Bar1 OFF 8 Bar3 OFF
7 Bar2 OFF 9 Bar4 OFF
AUTO PRINT TO MEMORYDATA LOGGING
7
STU
ESC
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SETUP
NET/GROSS
B/G
SECTION11–DATALOGGING
INTRODUCTION
The 9850 has two battery backed memory locations for storing scale data. Predefined function keys are available
for storing user configured data directly to either memory location. Data Logging uses the “Data Out String” and
“Aux String” to store user defined data at the press of a button. Usually the “Data Out String” is programmed
with the weight configured as desired. The “Aux String” will often be used to store operator data, production run
information, or other data to start or end a data run.
The Data Logger memory is uploaded directly to a computer, serial printer, or other serial device through the use
of the Data Logging control menu. This menu allows you to upload either memory location and erase (clear) the
memory.
DATALOGGINGSETUP
1) Determine the data content required for the main data storage. Using the “Data Out String”, set up the MSI
@Codes to generate the required data. Most data base programs require comma or tab delimited data. Be sure
to delimit the data as required to allow the receiving program to properly parse the incoming data. Typical
data types used are @W to generate weight data with text or @V to produce the weight numeric value only.
If more than 1 channel of data is required use the @# command preceding the weight value type. See Section
9 for details on string design.
2) To facilitate the data dump, use the Comm Port Serial settings to match the comm port settings of the receiving PC for baud rate (up to 230.4kbaud), data bits (7 or 8), parity (none, odd, even), Handshaking (various
hardware or software types), and Mode (usually set to Duplex).
3) Program the “Aux String” if needed. Typical data types used here are @T and @D for time and date, @L to
recall user entered ID Strings, or fixed text to indicate the start or stop of a run.
4) Assign the function keys required for the operation (see Section 4). A good choice for the Data Logging
function key is [F3] since it is unlikely the Send/Print function is being used in a data logger application.
5) If user entered data is required, program a function key for the “Enter ID String 1” (or 2). Then embed the
@L1 (or @L2) command in the “Data Out” or “Aux” string as desired.
6) For single button access to the Data Logging control menu, program a function key for “Data Logging Control”. However there is a shortcut to this menu that can be used that does not require using a function key:
Press SETUPfollowed by NET/GROSS for direct access to the Data Logging menu.
7) Have the appropriate cable ready for data transfers. A 9 pin female to 9 pin female null modem cable should
be used for direct connection to most PC’s (MSI P/N 12703, but also available from most computer retailers).
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The Data Logging Control Menu provides a means to upload stored data, and erase the data logging memory
locations.
The Data Logging Control Menu is reached by pressing SETUPfollowed by NET/GROSS. Alternately the menu
can be reached through the Comm
Port and Strings Menu.
MenuDescription
1) Output Memory 1 – Pressing
the 9850 to an appropriate terminal or computer before using this function.
2) Output Memory 2 – Pressing [2] will output all data in Data Logging Memory 2 to the Comm Port. Connect
the 9850 to an appropriate terminal or computer before using this function.
3) Abort Output – Press [3] to abort the output function. The data output will cease, and the data will be left
intact, with the start of data pointer reset to the beginning of the memory file.
4) Erase Memory 1 – Press
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before erasing the data. Once erased, the data is gone, so make sure that it has been transferred using the
Output commands before erasing the data. The line indicates the per cent used capacity of memory 1. It will
read “CLR” when empty.
[1] will output all data in Data Logging Memory 1 to the Comm Port. Connect
[4] to erase all data in Memory 1. A caution screen appears requiring confirmation
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5) Erase Memory 2 – Press [5] to erase all data in Memory 2. A caution screen appears requiring confirmation
before erasing the data. The line indicates the per cent used capacity of memory 2. It will read “CLR” when
empty.
6) FKey to Memory X – Use the [6] key to choose which memory the data is stored in when using the uncom-
mitted “Save to Memory” function key. Toggles between Memory 1 and Memory 2.
7) AutoPrint to Memory – Use the [7] key to bring up the Auto Print to Memory sub menu. This feature allows
Automatic data logging using the Trigger Print modes (See Section 9). By using, for example, “Print On
Load”, every time a steady weight is reached, the weight will be automatically recorded. Using the Continuous
print mode combined with a user set interval, weight data can be recorded on any time interval. AutoPrint to
Memory uses the main print string only. The Aux String is still available for manual data storage.
AutoPrinttoMemory
The “Auto Print to Memory” sub menu has nine choices:
1) Print to Mem 1 – Automatic print data is redirected to data logging memory 1. Only pressing the Print key
will generate an output to the Comm Port.
2) Print to Mem 2 – Automatic print data is redirected to data logging memory 2. Only pressing the Print key
will generate an output to the Comm Port.
3) Auto Log Msg – When using the auto data logging features, the default Auto Log Message is on to alert
the user that data has been stored. Use this mode for “Auto Print to Memory” modes with data storage that
doesn’t occur very often. If using continuous printing to memory modes or other modes that happen rapidly,
turn the “Auto Log Msg” off so that the message won’t interfere with other screen functions.
4) Auto Clr IDStr1 – When ON, the ID String 1 is cleared after every stored weighment. This prevents unwanted
duplication of data. When OFF the string is left intact until manually changed.
5) Auto Clr IDStr2 – When ON, the ID String 2 is cleared after every stored weighment. This prevents unwanted
duplication of data. When OFF the string is left intact until manually changed.
6) Bar1 – When ON, data in the Bar Code String 1 will be saved along with the configured print string.
7) Bar2 – When ON, data in the Bar Code String 2 will be saved along with the configured print string.
8) Bar3 – When ON, data in the Bar Code String 3 will be saved along with the configured print string.
9) Bar4 – When ON, data in the Bar Code String 4 will be saved along with the configured print string.
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SECTION12–TEXTMESSAGING
The MSI-9850 provides a means for sending messages from host computers directly to the 9850 display. The remote
computer uses a host command to send data to any 9850 on the same network (0-63). Once the 9850 receives a
text message, it is displayed until a key is pressed. By including the standard ASCII bell character (control G),
the message can also send an alert tone that persists until the message is acknowledged.
HOSTMESSAGEDESIGN
The 9850 display is limited to 160 characters maximum. Characters beyond 160 characters will not be displayed.
The size of the message characters is automatic and based on the length of the message. Messages shorter than
16 characters will be displayed in the large font in one or 2 rows (2 rows by 8 characters). Messages from 17 to
56 characters will be displayed in the medium font in 2 to 4 rows (4 rows by 14 characters). Messages longer
than 56 characters will be displayed in the small font (8 rows by 20 characters). Words that cross line boundries
will be split.
In order for a host to send a message to an individual 9850, the host must know the address of the 9850. The string
required for the host to transmit through a CellScale modem is:
MSGxxx*Thisisthetransmittedtext;
Where xxx is replaced by the address of the 9850. It is not necessary to use three digits if the address is smaller.
Example1
(^ is used to designate a space)
Target 9850 address is 52, message is intended to be in large font on the 9850 screen.
MSG52*^^POUR^^5000lb.;
The spaces are included to center the wore “POUR” and to space the weight to the next line (8 total characters
per line). This will result in a 9850 screen that appears like this:
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POUR
5000 lb.
The message will flash to attract attention. This message will remain until any key is pressed on the 9850.
Example2
Target 9850 address is 150, message is intended to be in medium font on the 9850 screen.
MSG150*Load550kg.^^^SendtoLoc^^^B1234567890^^^Warehouse2;
The spaces are included to pad the first two lines (14 total characters per line) to prevent words breaking on the
screen. This will result in a 9850 screen that appears like this:
L o a d 5 5 0 k g .
S e n d t o L o c
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
W a r e h o u s e 2
The message will flash to attract attention. This message will remain until any key is pressed on the 9850.
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CHANGE F4 TO
1 Send Message to 1
2 Send Message All
3 Send Message to 3
4 Send Message to 4
5 Send Message to 5
6 Reply Last Message
CHANGE F4 TO
9850TOHOSTMESSAGES
Once a sent message is observed by the 9850 user, pushing any key will clear the message and return the 9850
to the last display mode. An acknowledgment string is automatically sent back to the modem that generated the
message. The acknowledgment string is programmed in the Comm Port Setup menu. The string defaults to the
ASCII “ACK” character but can be modified in the “Enter/Edit Strings” choice of the Comm Port Setup menu.
The acknowledgment string includes the address of the 9850 in this form:
57:t t t t t t where “t t t t t” is the acknowledgment string.
9850 User Entered Message Reply
A function key can be designated to reply to Host messages in addition to the automatic acknowledgement. This
allows the 9850 user to text message a reply or new message to any host computer. The 9850 can text message
the host at any time, and can send to the last host that it received a message from. More than 1 Function key can
be designated for messages and the user can choose to send to a specific CellScale RF or direct port or set it to
reply to the last modem that sent a message.
To set up the 9850 to output a message:
1) Press Setup followed by “Function Keys”[1].
2) Select an unassigned or unneeded function key to program from the menu
(1-6).
3) The “SELECT FOR Fx FROM” menu appears.
4) Select “Text Messaging” [6].
5) The next menu allows you to designate where the message should go. To
send a message to the CellScale Comm 1 select[1]. To send a message
to all connected comm ports (direct and RF) on the CellScale, select [2].
To send messages to Virtual RF connected Comm Ports 3, 4, or 5, select
[3], [4], or [5]. To reply to the specific host port that last sent a message,
select [6].
If more than 1 modem is attached to a single virtual host comm port (3, 4, or 5), the message will be sent
to all modems on the message origin port.
6) Return to normal scale operation by pushing ESC twice.
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SECTION13–BARCODE
The Bar Code features of the 9850 allow the user to add scanned data to weight readings and trigger transmissions directly into RF connected computers. In combination with the Data Logging features, bar code scans can
trigger data storage for uploading later.
Bar Code data is directed into text fields under user control. Four strings, K1 (Bar Code 1), K2 (Bar Code 2), K3
(Bar Code 3), and K4 (Bar Code 4) are sized to accept up to 64 bytes. In addition the bar code can be directed
into ID Code strings 1 and 2 (20 bytes each) through the use of the function keys. Any string that can be entered
via the keyboard can also be input via the bar code scanner. This degree of versatility allows such activities as
operator ID, customer ID, product ID, etc., to be input via bar codes.
The MSI-9850 will interface directly to Bar Code scanners that use standard RS-232 output data. Power is supplied
on pin 9 of the serial connector. The 9850 supplies a variable voltage output of 6 to 9 volts that is the switched
output of the battery. Therefore a suitable bar code scanner must accept voltage over the stated range. The voltage output can be supplied as a regulated voltage (3.3 to 5V) by special order. Contact MSI for information on
suitable scanners for your application.
BARCODESETUPMENU
The Bar Code Setup Menu is used to designate how Bar Code data is handled and sets minimum data size for
each type of Bar Code string. Typically a function key is pressed to designate where the data is to go, then the Bar
Code is scanned. By turning “AutoStart” on, any data coming in will go automatically into the Bar Code 1 buffer
unless a bar code designated function key is pressed first. The typical operation will use Bar Code 1 for data that
is scanned often, and designate function keys for additional data input. With AutoStart on hands free operation can
be achieved just using the Bar Code scanner to initiate weight events with included Bar Code data. The Comm
Port Setup Menu is used in conjunction with the Bar Code Menu to trigger remote printing/data storage events.
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SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 Bar Code
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
BAR CODE SETUP MENU
1 Bar Code 1 Buffer
2 Bar Code 2 Buffer
3 Bar Code 3 Buffer
4 Bar Code 4 Buffer
5 User Str 1 Buffer
6 User Str 2 Buffer
7 Auto Save Serial
BAR CODE X IS SENT TO
1 CellScale Comm 1
2 All CS Outputs
3 CS RF Host 3
4 CS RF Host 4
5 CS RF Host 5
6 Comm Port 1
7 String Buffer Only
Usr StrX IS SENT TO
1 CellScale Comm 1
2 All CS Outputs
3 CS RF Host 3
4 CS RF Host 4
5 CS RF Host 5
6 9850 Comm Port 1
7 String Buffer Only
7 Auto Start BC1 OFF
7 Auto Start BC1 ON
1 Bar Code 1 XX Chars
2 Bar Code 2 XX Chars
3 Bar Code 3 OFF
4 Bar Code 4 OFF
5 Usr Str 1 OFF
6 Usr Str 2 OFF
7 AutoStart BC 1 OFF
AUTO CHARS BARCODE 1
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 insert
min = 0, max = 64
^ incs, v decs digit
SETUP SELECT MENU
BAR CODE SETUP MENU
BAR CODE X IS SENT TO
USER STRX IS SENT TO
MINIMUM STRING SIZE
AUTO CHARS BARCODE X
1
ESC
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SETUP
5
MNO
2
DEF
1
ABC
3
GHI
6
PQR
5
MNO
4
JKL
7
STU
1-6
7
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To set up the Bar Code reader, press SETUPthen [5].
1) BarCode 1 – The sub-menu designates the output
mode when data comes in for Bar Code 1. [1] Select-
ing 1 will send the data to the master CellScale’s
Comm Port 1. [2] Bar Code 1 data will be sent to all
of the CellScales active ports, both direct connect, and
RF connected. [3] BC1 data is sent to the CellScale
RF Host 3. [4] BC1 data is sent to the CellScale RF
Host 4. [5] BC1 data is sent to the CellScale RF Host
5. [6] BC1 data is sent to the transmit line on the 9850
Comm Port. [7] No action, the Bar Code data is stored
in the Bar Code 1 buffer and is available for inclusion
in print strings or sent to the display.
2-4) BarCode 2-4 – Same options as above.
5) User String 1 – The title here will change if the User
String 1 function key was titled by the user. For
example it might read “Operator” indicating the User
String 1 is used to store an Operator ID. “Sent To”
options are the same as above.
6) User String 2 – The title here will change if the User
String 2 function key was titled by the user. For
example it might read “Customer” indicating the User
String 1 is used to store an Customer ID. “Sent To”
options are the same as above.
7) Auto Save Serial – Pressing [7] brings up the MINI-
MUM STRING SIZE menu. Used to designate the
minimum acceptable size of autoentered data. For
example; Suppose the operator ID stored in User
String 1 has to be 6 characters or more. By setting the
Auto Enter size to 6, a bar code or text entry that is
too small will not automatically enter into the designated string. The text entry screem will appear if the
input code is too small, allowing the user to reject the
data (press ESC), accept the data (press ENTER), or
append to the data with the alphanumeric keypad.
MINIMUM STRING SIZE MENU
1-4) Pressing 1-4 brings up a numeric entry screen that allows you to set the minimum string size of the four
available Bar Code Strings . Bar Code strings can be up to 64 characters in length.
5-6) Pressing 5 or 6 allows setting the minimum size of the ID User Strings. User Strings are limited to 20 char-
acters.
7) AutoStart BC 1 – Turning “Auto Start Bar Code 1” on will designate any data coming in the Comm Port,
while in the weight display mode, will automatically input into the Bar Code 1 buffer. This eliminates the
need to first push a function key to tell the 9850 where to put the data.
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CHANNEL FILTER
1
Off
2 Low
3 High
1 Channel INACTIVE
1 Channel is ACTIVE
CALIBRATE -CHNSETTINGS
1 Motion Band 0d
2 Standard INDUSTRY
3 Center of Zero OFF
4 AutoZero (AZM) OFF
5 AZM Band 1d
Starts the Calibration
Procedure
3 Center of Zero OFF
3 Center of Zero ON
SET MOTION BAND (d)
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
10
min = 0 max = 255
^ incs, v decs digit
SCALE CAL STANDARD
1 Industrial (unreg)
2 NIST NTEP
3 OIML R76
4 Industrial Metric
4 AutoZero (AZM) OFF
4 AutoZero (AZM) ON
AUTOZERO BAND (d)
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
10
min = 0 max = 255
^ incs, v decs digit
5 Zero RUSure Msg OFF
5 Zero RUSure Msg ON
CHANNEL / CALIBRATION
--Channel Name--
--Chn-- --Index--
1 Channel is ACTIVE
2 Filter LOW
3 Calibrate Settings
4 Start Calibration
5 Zero RUSure Msg ON
Changes to the
next Channel
available
Shortcut
CHANNEL / CALIBRATION
--Channel Name--
--Chn-- --Index--
CALIBRATE 1-1
SETTINGS
CHANNEL FILTER
SET MOTION BAND (d)
SCALE CAL STANDARD
AUTOZERO BAND (d)
ESC
!
SETUP
2
DEF
1
ABC
3
GHI
5
MNO
4
JKL
7
STU
F2
CHANNEL
1
ABC
2
DEF
3
GHI
4
JKL
1
ABC
F2
CHANNEL
5
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CHANNELSETUPMENU
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The Channel Setup Menu provides control of Channel settings in
the CellScale. The CHANNEL / CALIBRATION menu screen
will display the current channel name (if it was provided in the
CellScale), channel number and scan list index number.
[1] Channel is ACTIVE / INACTIVE – The Channel is operat-
ing as part of the Scan List if ACTIVE. If set INACTIVE, the
channel will not be available to any device in the Network,
and will not be displayed on the 9850.
[2] Filter – Each A/D channel has independent filtering set by
this menu. Set “Off” for normal scales, Low or High for
scales that are subject to a lot of movement or vibration, or
for very high resolution scales. This menu is locked out in
L-F-T systems until the calibration switch is enabled at the
CellScale. Advanced settings for filtering must be performed
in the Master CellScale.
[3] Calibrate Settings – See following submenu description.
This menu is locked out in L-F-T systems until the calibration switch is enabled at the CellScale.
[4] Start Calibration – Starts the Calibration Procedure. This
menu is locked out in L-F-T systems until the calibration
switch is enabled at the CellScale.
CALIBRATESETTINGS
[1] Motion Band – The motion band determines the range of
weight variation that the indicator considers to be stable
weight. Selecting “Motion Band” calls a numeric entry
screen.
[2] Scale Cal Standard – The submenu has 4 choices: Industrial
[1] No limits on settings. NIST NTEP [2] Settings limited
to NTEP ranges, calibration is protected by the CellScale
Sealed Switch. OIML R76 [3] Settings limited to R76
ranges, only metric units allowed. Industrial Metric [4]
Same as 1 except only metric units allowed.
[3] Center of Zero ON/OFF – Enables the Center of Zero
annunciator. The scale is within 1/4 d of center when the
annunciator is on.
[4] Autozero (AZM) ON/OFF – Enables and disables Auto
Zero Maintenance (AZM).
[5] Autozero Band – Calls a numeric entry screen to set up the
range of weight in ‘d’ that is automatically zeroed. Typical
settings for the AZM band are ±1d for most applications, ±3d
for truck scales, and ±.6d for L-F-T applications (reached
by setting the band to 0)
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CALIBRATEGENERALINFORMATION
The following sections are intended for qualified scale technicians. The CellScale can be calibrated either directly
using the Terminal Interface mode, or by using a 9850 or 3750CS. See the CellScale operators guide for information on direct calibration. This section details the calibration of a CellScale using the 9850 RF Remote Indicator.
Calibrating a CellScale with a 9850 requires that adequate test weights (at least 10% of capacity) are available.
The CellScale is capable of multi-point calibration with any combination of weights from zero to capacity.
Calibration constants are stored only in the CellScale. The 9850 serves only as a controller during calibration. Since a single CellScale is capable of hosting up to
32 independent scales, the scale channel to be calibrated must be selected first using the CHANNEL Key. To Calibrate multiple Scale Inputs, you must complete
the first calibration. Then exit out of the Calibration Menus. Select the next scale with the CHANNEL Key. Then enable Calibration again.
ENABLECALIBRATION
Calibration of a CellScale from the 9850 may be protected in either of two ways: 1) Legal-for-Trade systems are
protected with a sealed push button switch on the CellScale. This switch must be pressed to enable the calibration menus. 2) The 9850 also offers password locks to prevent calibration. See the Password locks section for
information on how to set passwords.
Industrial use scales are not required to have the calibration protected. However MSI recommends using the
Password locks to prevent accidental calibrations.
To Enable Calibration (Legal-for-Trade CellScales Only)
1) Expose the Calibration Seal Port by removing the seal screw on the CellScale with a Phillips Head Screwdriver. Seal Screw location can be found in the CellScale manual or the 9300 Crane Scale Manual.
2) Insert a small non-metallic screwdriver or the wooden stem of a “Q-Tip” and press and release the switch
button in the hole. The CellScale will acknowledge the press button by flashing its LEDs.
3) Now you can proceed with calibration and calibration settings.
TOCALIBRATE
Use this Calibration procedure for calibration of the CellScale using the 9850. The CellScale supports 10 point
calibration - zero and up to 9 points of span calibration. Zero and at least 1 span point are required for a successful
calibration. The highest value test weight should be at least 10% of capacity, but 50% or more is preferable.
Calibration Procedure
1) Multichannel systems only - Using the CHANNELkey, step to the Scale channel you wish to calibrate.
Only A/D channels can be calibrated (1-x, 2-x, 3-x, and 4-x). Do not attempt to calibrate a math channel
(6-x).
2) Press SETUPfollowed by CHANNEL, or SETUP, “MORE” [7], and select “Channel / Calibration”
[1].
3) Select “Start Calibration”[4].
4) If this is a re calibration, press ENTERand jump to step 9. If this is a new installation, or you wish to
change the capacity and/or scale division size, press CLR(ZERO).
5) The screen displays “RESETTING CALIBRATION” a few seconds while the calibration memory is
purged.
6) Select a calibration unit by pressing 1-7. This should be in the units the scale is most commonly used in.
However, sometimes it is desirable to use the units your test weights are cal’d in for convenience in number
entry. You can always change the units for display later.
7) Enter the capacity of the scale (in the cal unit selected) using the numeric keypad. Press ENTER.
8) The CellScale calculates the appropriate scale divisions based on allowed resolution and then sends them
to the 9850 as a list. The “SCALE DIVISIONS (d)” menu will vary depending on capacity and units. From
5 to 12 possible divisions will be shown. Pick the rated scale division for your scale.
Avoid excess total divisions (capacity/d = total divisions) for the type of scale you are using. Crane scales should be less than 5000 total divisions and
depending on usage sometimes less than 1000 divisions. Platform scales are rarely accurate above 10000 divisions. Lower resolution means faster settling
time, and a more stable display in vibration and motion situations.
9) “ZERO CALIBRATION” – Unload the scale. When the scale is stable press
delay while the A/D in the CellScale performs all its initializations.
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ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
17
min = 2, max =999999
^ incs, v decs value
CHANNEL / CALIBRATION
--Channel Name--
--Chn-- --Index--
1 Channel is ACTIVE
2 Filter LOW
3 Calibrate Settings
4 Start Calibration
5 Zero RUSure Msg ON
ENTER to
Recalibrate
CLR to Reset Cal
ESC to Exit Cal
CALIBRATION UNITS
1 Pounds
2 Kilograms
3 Tons (US Short)
4 Metric Tons
5 DekaNewtons
6 Ounces
7 Grams
Changes to the
next Channel
available
SCALE DIVISIONS (d)
-Pounds1 1 7 0.1
2 2 8 0.05
3 5 9 0.02
4 10 0 0.01
5 0.5 F3 0.005
6 0.2
ZERO CALIBRATION
Unload scale. Press
ENTER when stable.
ESCape ends Cal.
SPAN CALIBRATION 1
Scale = -XXXXXXX-
Cal Wt 1 = -XXXXXXX-
0-9 New Cal Weight
When loaded & stable
press ENTER to Cal
ESCape to end Cal
SPAN CALIBRATION -2-
Scale = -XXXXXXX-
Cal Wt 2 = -XXXXXXX-
0-9 New Cal Weight
When loaded & stable
press ENTER to Cal
ESCape to end Cal
RESETING
CALIBRATION
Up to 9 Span Points
Shortcut
4 CalibrationDisabled
CALIBRATION
DISABLED, CYCLE
CELLSCALE POWER
TO CONTINUE
OR
CALIBRATION UNITS
CHANNEL / CALIBRATION
--Channel Name--
--Chn-- --Index--
CALIBRATION LOCK
PRESS SEALSWITCH
ON CELLSCALE TO
CONTINUE
If Disabled (Sealed)
ESC
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F2
CHANNEL
1
ABC
7
STU
F2
CHANNEL
ZERO
CLR
0
ENTER
4
JKL
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10) “SPAN CALIBRATION 1” – The CellScale transmits back the
capacity as a possible calibration weight (Cal Wt 1 =). Load the
scale with the first calibration weight. If your cal weight is not equal
to capacity, enter the cal weight with the keypad. When the weight
is stable press ENTER.
Any calibration weight is possible. MSI recommends a cal weight of at least 10% of capacity for
industrial systems. For Legal-for-trade systems MSI recommends using at least 50% of capacity,
and consider multipoint calibration.
11) “SPAN CALIBRATION 2” – Now that the CellScale has 1 span
point, it transmits back the current reading. If a single span point
is adequate, press ESC (SETUP) to end calibration. If multipoint
calibration is desired, load the next cal weight. If the displayed scale
weight agrees with the cal weight, you do not need to calibrate
the point. However if the weight displayed does not match the cal
weight, use the keypad to enter the correct weight. When the weight
is stable press ENTER.
12) Repeat step 11 up to a total of 9 span points. Span points can be
in any order, low to high, high to low, jumping around...whatever.
At any time, pressing the ESC (Setup) key will end calibration.
Even non-linear transducers can be linearized with the judicious
application of multi-point calibration.
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TOENABLE/DISABLEAZM(AUTOZEROMAINTENANCE)
AZM is used to adjust out variations at zero caused by debris or water on the scale, temperature drift, and any
other minor variation that affects the zero setting. Typically AZM is set to 0.5d or 1d, which is adequate for most
modern scale systems. The CellScale allows for a much greater AZM range (non legal-for-trade scales only) for
unique applications. Use this feature cautiously as it can zero out large weight amounts unexpectedly.
An example of where a large value AZM can be advantageous is when packing produce. Typically there is some variation in the weight of the packing boxes. By
setting the AZM to equal the largest variation in box weight, the error in weight caused by the box variations can be eliminated automatically. The key to making this
work is that the first amount of produce placed in the box has to weigh more than the AZM range so that the produce isn’t also zeroed out.
The CellScale can also adjust the time interval of AZM, but only through the Terminal Interface (refer to the
CellScale manual). AZM time interval defaults to 1/second.
To ENABLE / DISABLE AZM and set the AZM Capture Band
1) Press SETUP, then CHANNEL.
2) Select “Calibration Settings” [3].
3) Toggle AZM on or off with the [5] key.
4) The AZM capture band is listed on the selection 6 line. If a different capture band is desired, press [6].
5) On the “AUTOZERO BAND” screen, set the size in scale division of the AZM capture band. The number
represents the positive and negative capture range. Entering 0 equals a capture range of ±0.5 d. Entering 5
represents a capture range of ±5 d. Press the ENTER key to store the AZM Band value.
6) Press DISPLAYto return to the Scale Display. Press ESCto return to the “CHANNEL / CALIBRATION”
menu.
MOTIONBAND
Do not disable AZM. The ability to disable AZM is only intended for regulatory agen-
cies that conduct tests without AZM enabled. Disabling AZM will degrade temperature
and drift performance of the CellScale. Also use caution in setting the AZM window too
large. This can cause the scale to zero unexpectedly. MSI recommends keeping AZM
below 5d for most applications.
The motion band determines the range of weight variation that the indicator considers to be stable weight. Since
the CellScale will not zero or tare a value in motion, the motion band directly influences the accuracy of the scale
system. The motion band in Legal-For-Trade systems is usually limited to ≤ 0.6d but sometimes up to ±3d in
certain types of installations. In systems used for industrial applications, the motion band can be adjusted larger.
Adjusting the motion band larger can help in medium accuracy applications where there is a lot of vibration or
noise and it is difficult to hold the weight steady enough to tare, zero, or total. For example, setting the motion
band to 5 d would allow a tare (or zero or total) to be as much as 5d off of its ideal value but it will make the
indicator easier to use as you don’t have to wait until the weight is completely stable.
The Motion Band ± range is limited to a maximum of ±255 `d`. If you exceed this range, the 9850 will set the value to 255 ‘d’. Setting the Motion Band to 0 is
equal to a range of ±0.6d.
To Adjust the Motion Band
1) Press SETUP, then CHANNEL.
2) Select “Calibration Settings” [3].
3) From the “CALIBRATE SETTINGS” menu, select “Motion Band” [2].
4) On the “SET MOTION BAND” screen, set the size in scale division of the AZM capture band. The number
represents the ± band of motion detection. Entering 0 equals a motion band of ±0.6 d. Entering 3 represents
a motion band of ±3 d. Press the ENTERkey to store the Motion Band value.
5) Press DISPLAYto return to the Scale Display, or press ESCto return to the “CHANNEL / CALIBRA-
TION” menu.
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To return to the
startup screen
To return to the
weight display
To Clear All Setups
back to defaults
To cancel the
Clear to defaults
To Reset the RF Modem
back to defaults
Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 14 ENT Save
Pos 1
ENTER PASSWORD
ARE YOU
SURE
POWER
Any Key
If a
Password
is Set
No
Password
ENTER to
Clear All
SEND to
Reset RF
ESC
!
SETUP
ZERO
CLR
0
ESC
!
SETUP
DISPLAY
EXIT
IN
F3
SEND/PRINT
ENTER
DISPLAY
EXIT
CENTER-OF-ZERO(COZ)INDICATOR
The COZ indicator turns on when the scale is within 1/4 d of the last zero setting. Some legal-for-trade jurisdictions require its use.
To Enable/Disable the COZ Indicator
Before starting the following procedure, you must be in the Top Menu Level of Calibration.
1) Press SETUP, then CHANNEL.
2) Select “Calibration Settings” [3].
3) Toggle the Center of Zero indicator on or off with the [4] key.
4) Press DISPLAYto return to the Scale Display. Press ESCto return to the “CHANNEL / CALIBRATION”
menu.
RESETALL
This procedure returns all registers of the 9850 to defaults. DO NOT initiate this function unless you are prepared
and qualified to perform a complete setup of the 9850 system. This operation does not clear calibrations or affect
any connected CellScales.
To Completely Reset the 9850
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1) Press POWER followed quickly by ESC(Setup). The MSI-9850
startup screen will appear.
2) Press the CLR(ZERO) key. If a password is set, you must enter it
in the “ENTER PASSWORD” screen.
3) The “ARE YOU SURE” screen appears. Press ENTERto reset the
9850. All 9850 parameters are returned to defaults.
4) After the Clearing function is complete, the startup screen will appear
again. Press DISPLAYto return to the weight display mode. Only
channel 1 of the current Network will display until the 9850 is setup
for more.
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INSTALLINGFIRMWAREUPDATES
The 9850 contains Flash memory that allows the firmware to be upgraded through the Comm Port. A “Boot
Loader” program is used to load a new program file into the 95750. MSI will update and improve the 9850 feature
set over time and provide program updates free of charge. Please see MSI’s web page (www.msiscales.com) to
download the most current 9850 firmware.
This process completely destroys 9850 setups and erases data logging
memory. It does not affect CellScale calibration in any way.
1) Set a terminal program to emulate an ASCII terminal.
2) Set the Baud rate to 9600 Baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity.
3) Set the data transfer protocol to ASCII.
4) Connect the 9850 to the PC serial port with a null modem cable.
5) Starting with the 9850 off, press and hold the 9850’s [ABC1] key while you press and release the POWER
key.
6) When the “BOOTLOADER” screen appears, release the[ABC1] key.
7) The “MSI Software Installer” screen will appear on the 9850, and the Bootloader menu will appear on the
terminal screen.
MSI Boot Loader Version 3.K8
(1) Update Application
(2) Change Baud Rate
(ESC) Start Application
Enter Command :
Using9850Bootloader
8) Choosing a faster baud rate will decrease the amount of time required to complete the update. However,
baud rates above 76800 usually require a 5 wire serial cable (include RTS and CTS) and a terminal program
that supports hardware handshaking. Press[2] on the terminal keyboard to change baud rate.
Baud Change menu
(1) 9600 Baud
(2) 19200 Baud
(3) 38400 Baud
(4) 57600 Baud
(5) 115200 Baud
(ESC) Exit
Choose a baud rate, then
change your terminal’s baud rate.
If you encounter problems, reset your
terminal to 9600 Baud and re-start.
Choose now :
9) In this example, choose[4] 57.6K baud. This will immediately change the baud rate of the CellScale. It
will transmit “When you can read this, press any key.” Change the baud rate of your terminal program to
match. Until you do the message will be garbage characters. When the message is legible due to matching
baud rates, press any key to return to the main menu.
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_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_
#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)#!!!_+)# before matching baud rates
When you can read this, press any key. after matching baud rates
When you can read this, press any key.
When you can read this, press any key.
MSI Boot Loader Version 3.K3
(1) Update Application
(2) Change Baud Rate
(ESC) Start Application
Enter Command :
10) Choosing “Update Application” will request that the file be uploaded.
Send (Upload) the file :
11) Use the terminal upload utility (part of your terminal program) to send the file. Monitor progress on the
terminal screen. The number to the left of the screen is the upload sector value.
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xxxx Send (Upload) the file
During Bootloading, the 9850 will display this screen
When the upload is complete the following will appear in the PC Terminal window.
CBFF Send (Upload) the file :
Upload complete
Erasing sector 1 of 7
Erasing sector 2 of 7
Erasing sector 3 of 7
Erasing sector 4 of 7
Erasing sector 5 of 7
Erasing sector 6 of 7
Erasing sector 7 of 7
Erase Complete
Programming sector 1 of 7................
Programming sector 2 of 7................
Programming sector 3 of 7................
Programming sector 4 of 7................
Programming sector 5 of 7................
Programming sector 6 of 7................
Programming sector 7 of 7..........
Programming Complete
Do not press any keys on the 9850 during the erasing and programming phase. When finished the terminal
will return to the main bootloader screen, allowing you an opportunity to repeat the upload if necessary.
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MSI Boot Loader Version 3.K3
(1) Update Application
(2) Change Baud Rate
(ESC) Start Application
12) After all sectors are programmed, change your terminal program back to 9600 Baud. It is not necessary to
change the 9850’s baud rate.
13) Press the POWERkey on the 9850. The 9850 display will read CLEARING while it initializes all setup
registers. At the same time a few status messages will be output to the terminal program including the
9850’s “MY ADDRESS”. Remove the serial cable from the 9850 Comm Port.
14) Restore display and other system parameters as needed. RF Modem network parameters for the last RF
Network used are not usually affected by the bootloading process. However, multiple RF Network settings
will have to be reprogrammed.
The first 9850 key press after completing a firmware update might be ignored.
9850SETUPDUPLICATING
When multiple 9850’s are used for similar purposes, you can program all screens, function keys, strings, etc., on
just one unit. Then using the following procedure, copy the configuration to the other 9850’s. Since configuring
9850’s can be quite complex, this feature can save a tremendous amount of time.
First you must obtain a 9-pin ‘D’ null modem cable. A null modem cable will swap transmit and receive lines.
However, it is important that pin 9, which is connected to the battery, is not cross-connected. Remove any connection on pin 9. Source Code version must be the same in both units. If not, update the source code first.
1) Disable any Auto Printing functions on both 9850’s.
2) Confirm both Comm Ports are set to the same baud rate. Defaults are 9600 Baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit,
and no parity. The file is small enough that 9600 baud is plenty fast. Turn both units OFF.
3) Plug the Null Modem cable into both units. MAKE SURE PIN 9 IS NOT CONNECTED.
4) Turn on both 9850’s. Wait for 10 seconds.
5) On the source unit (the one already configured), press SETUP, SEND/PRINT, [4], [4], [4].
6) On the receiving unit, press SETUP, SEND/PRINT, [4], [4], [4], EXIT (Display key).
7) If the receiving unit is not displaying “MSI9850-5” press POWER followed quickly by ESC.
8) Press ID on the receiving unit.
9) Press [6] on the source unit. Receiving unit should say “LOADING”.
10) The source unit will display percent done.
When finished the receiving unit should reset. It may also ignore its first key press.
Modem settings are not transferred to prevent network conflicts. Make sure all units network settings are configured properly.
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SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 BarCode
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
PASSWORD LOCKS
1 Change Password
2 Status LOCKED
3 Lock Mode
4 Lock Override OFF
Password is:
-Password-
LOCK MODE
1 Function Key Setup
2 Set Points
3 System Settings
4 Set Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total Setup
7 MORE 8 BACK 2/3
LOCK MODE
1
Channel/Calibrate
2 Scale Display Line
3
RF Modem
4 Comm 1 & Strings
5 Product ID Codes
6 Tare Setup
7 MORE 8 BACK 3/3
LOCK MODE
1 Lock All
2 FUNCTION Keys
3
SETUP Key
4
TARE Key
5
NET/GROSS Key
6 ZERO Key
7 MORE 8 BACK 1/3
2 Status LOCKED
2 Status UNLOCKED
7
7
7
8
8
8
2 Status LOCK ON PWR
Len 0 F4 Menu
Max 14 ENT Save
Pos 1
NEW PASSWORD
1
SETUP SELECT MENU
PASSWORD LOCKS
LOCK MODE
LOCK MODE
LOCK MODE
4 Lock Override OFF
4 Lock Override ON
See General Text Editing
Procedure
ESC
!
SETUP
SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Channel & Calibrate
2 Display
3 RF Modem
4 Comm 2 & Strings
5 Product ID Codes
6 Tare
7 MORE 2/2
SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
SETUP SELECT MENU SETUP SELECT MENU
ESC
!
SETUP
7
STU
7
STU
SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
TOTAL MODE
1
Disabled
2 Auto Load
3 Auto Norm
4 Auto Peak
5 On Accept
6 Manual
7 Load Drop
TOTAL SETTINGS
--Chan Name--
1 Mode DISABLED
2 Motion Check ON
3 High Threshold 11%
4 Low Threshold 10%
HIGH TOTAL THRESHOLD
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
1Ø
min = 1, max = 100
^ incs, v decs value
LOW TOTAL THRESHOLD
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
0-9 replaces value
5
min = 0, max = 99
^ incs, v decs value
2 Motion Check ON
2 Motion Check OFF
SETUP SELECT MENU
TOTAL SETTINGS
TOTAL MODE
HIGH TOTAL THRESHOLD
LOW TOTAL THRESHOLD
or
ESC
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SETUP
F1
TOTAL
6
PQR
2
DEF
1
ABC
3
GHI
4
JKL
APPENDIXA–MENUMAPS
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1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
FUNCTION KEY ASSIGNS
1 F1 is Add to Total
2 F2 is Next Channel
3 F3 is Send to CS
4 F4 is Next Address
5 F5 is View Total
6 F6 is Next Prod ID
7 Enter-FKey Assigns
Any Number Key 1-6
F4 shown for example
SELECT FOR F4 FROM
1 Standard Functions
2 Chan, ID, and Addr
3 Total, Stats, Tests
4 Send and Printing
5 Edit Print & BarCd
6 Text Messaging
7 Datalog 8 Set Pts
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Print 9750 Comm 1
2 Send All & Print
3 Send to CS Host 1
4 Print & Send Host 1
5 Send to CSRF Host 3
6 Print & Send Host 3
7 MORE 1/2
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Send to CSRF Host 4
2 Print & Send Host 4
3 Send to CSRF Host 5
4 Print & Send Host 5
5 Print Aux to Comm 1
6 Start/Stop Comm 1
7 MORE 2/2
7
SELECT FOR E1 FROM
1 Standard Functions
2 Chan, ID, and Addr
3 Total, Stats, Test
4 Send and Printing
5 Edit Print & BarCd
6 Text Messaging
7 Datalog 8 Set Pts
ENTER-FKEY ASSIGNS
1 E1 is Clr Last ∑
2 E2 is Back Channel
3 E3 is Print Comm 1
4 E4 is Back Address
5 E5 is View Grand ∑
6 E6 is New Prod ID
Any Number Key 1-6
ENTER-F1 shown
for example
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Disabled
2 Default
3 Disp Date & Time
4 View Totals
5 Display Set Points
6 Clear Latched SP’s
7 Toggle Peak Hold
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Enter ID String 1
2 Enter ID String 2
3 New Product ID
4 Show Last Channel
5 Show Last Prod ID
6 Show Last Address
7 Clear ID & Bar Strs
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Clear Last Total
2 Show Statistics
3 SHow Grand Totals
4 RF Site Testing
5 Display Test Chars
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Edit CS Print Str
2 Edit Print String
3 Edit CSRF Host 3
4 Edit CSRF Host 4
5 Edit CSRF Host 5
6 Clear ID & Bar Strs
7 MORE 1/2
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Store to Memory 1
2 Store to Memory 2
3 Store to Memory
4 Aux to Memory 1
5 Aux to Memory 2
6 Aux to Memory
7 Data Logging Cntl
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Send Message to 1
2 Send Message All
3 Send Message to 3
4 Send Message to 4
5 Send Message to 5
6 Reply Last Message
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Enable Set Points
2 Disable Set Points
3 Enable/Disable SP’s
4 Set Pt Momentary
5 Set Pt On
6 Set Pt Off
7 Set Pt Push On/Off
SELECT SET POINT
ESC exits no change
ENTER edits value
0-9 replaces value
min = 1, max = 32
^ inc, v decs value
CHANGE F4 TO
1 Get Barcode 1
2 Get Barcode 2
3 Get Barcode 3
4 Get Barcode 4
5 Get All Barcodes
7 MORE 2/2
7
SETUP SELECT MENU
FUNCTION KEY ASSIGNS
SELECT FOR F4 FROM
ENTER-FKEY ASSIGNS
SELECT FOR E1 FROM
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
SELECT SET POINT
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
CHANGE F4 TO
Defaults Shown
4-7
1
ESC
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SETUP
FUNCTIONKEYS
Firmware Version 5-XX for 2450 Modems
MSI CellScale® System • 9850 User Guide Page 99
MSI-9850
SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Function Keys
2 Set Points
3 System
4 Password Locks
5 Display Preview
6 Total
7 MORE 1/2
COMM PORT 2
1 Enter/Edit Strings
2 Output Interval
3 Control Settings
4 Serial Settings
5 Motion Check ON
6 Data Logging
SETUP SELECT MENU
1 Channel & Calibrate
2 Display
3 RF Modem
4 Comm 2 & Strings
5 Product ID Codes
6 Tare
7 MORE 2/2
BAUD RATE
1 3ØØ 8 19.2k
2 6ØØ 9 28.8k
3 12ØØ Ø 38.4k
4 24ØØ F1 57.6k
5 48ØØ F2 76.8k
6
96ØØ F3 115.2k
7 14.4k F4 23Ø.4k
2 Data Bits 7
2 Data Bits 8
HANDSHAKING
1 Hardware DCE
2 Hardware DTE
3 Hardware RTR/CTS
4 None
5 Software XON/XOFF
MODE
1 Duplex
2 Listen
3 Off
4 Talk
Text Editing
Screen. See
general text
editing
section.
INTERVAL MILLISECOND
ESC exits no change
ENTER saves value
Ø-9 replaces value
5Ø
min = Ø, max = 95Ø
^ incs, v decs digit
Shortcut
6
TRIGGER PRINT ON
-Current Mode-
1 Total
2 Set Point 1 (SP1)
3 Set Point 2 (SP2)
4 SP1 And SP2
5 SP1 Or SP2
6 MORE 2/2
TRIGGER PRINT ON
-Current Mode-
1 Continuously
2 Send/Print Key
3 Comm 2 CTS
4 Weight Change
5 Stable Load
6 MORE 1/2
COMM 1 STRINGS
1 Data Out String
2 End of Line
3 Start of Line
4 Wait Character
5 Aux String
6 Ack String
7 Overload String
OUTPUT INTERVAL
Print Once on Trig
1 Milliseconds
2 Seconds
3 Minutes
4 Hours
5 Days
CLR = Print Once
SERIAL SETTINGS
1 Baud Rate 96ØØ
2 Data Bits 8
3 Parity NONE
4 Handshake NONE
5 Mode DUPLEX
6 Setup Settings Dump
5 Motion Check OFF
5 Motion Check ON
DATA LOGGING
1 Output Memory 1
2 Output Memory 2
3 Abort Output
4 Erase Memory 1 XX%
5 Erase Memory 2 XX%
6 FKey to Memory 1
7 AutoPrint to Mem 1
AUTO PRINT TO MEMORY
1 Print to Memory 1
2 Print to Memory 2
3 Auto Log Msg OFF
4 Auto Clr IDStr1 OFF
5 Auto Clr IDStr2 OFF
6 Bar1 OFF 8 Bar3 OFF
7 Bar2 OFF 9 Bar4 OFF
3 Parity EVEN
3 Parity NONE
3 Parity ODD
1-5 Key
1 Key shown
for example
NET/GROSS
B/G
COMM 1 STRINGS
OUTPUT INTERVAL
TRIGGER PRINT ON
TRIGGER PRINT ON
SERIAL SETTINGS
DATA LOGGING
COMM PORT 2
SETUP SELECT MENU
INTERVAL MILLISECONDS
BAUD RATE
HANDSHAKING
MODE
AUTO PRINT TO MEMORY
SETUP SELECT MENU
ESC
!
SETUP
IN
F3
SEND/PRINT
SERIAL&STRINGS
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