Salter Brecknell 800 User Manual
Digital Indicator
Revision 1.4
June 29, 2005
1999-2005 Salter Brecknell, Inc.
Contents subject to change without notice.
Salter Brecknell Weighing Products
1000 Armstrong Drive
Fairmont, MN 56031
Tel (800) 637-0529
Tel (507) 238-8702
Fax (507) 238-8271
E-mail: sales@salterbrecknell.com
Web: www.salterbrecknell.com.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own
expense.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Chapter 1: Introduction to the 800 Series Indicators ...................................................................... 1-1
Chapter 2: Installation..................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 ABS Enclosure (800/800S)........................................................................................... 2-1
2.1.1 Connecting the Weigh Platform....................................................................... 2-1
2.1.2 Connecting the Serial Printer, Remote Display or Computer.......................... 2-2
2.1.3 Connecting the Power Supply ......................................................................... 2-2
Chapter 3: Configuration................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.1 Configuration Overview ................................................................................................ 3-1
3.2 Setup (“F”) Menu........................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2.1 Entering the Setup Menu – ABS Enclosure..................................................... 3-1
3.2.3 Navigating in the Setup Menu.......................................................................... 3-2
3.2.4 Notes on the Setup Menu ................................................................................ 3-3
3.2.5 Exiting the Setup Menu – ABS Enclosure ....................................................... 3-3
3.3 User (“A”) Menu ............................................................................................................ 3-4
3.3.1 Entering the User Menu................................................................................... 3-4
3.3.2 Navigating in the User Menu ........................................................................... 3-4
3.3.3 Notes on the User Menu.................................................................................. 3-5
3.3.4 Exiting the User Menu ..................................................................................... 3-5
Chapter 4: Setup Menu Descriptions and Procedures ................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Setup Menu Descriptions.............................................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Setup Menu Procedures ............................................................................................... 4-3
4.2.1 Custom Unit Multiplier (F11)............................................................................ 4-3
Chapter 5: User Menu Descriptions and Procedures..................................................................... 5-1
5.1 User Menu Descriptions ............................................................................................... 5-1
5.2 User Menu Procedures................................................................................................. 5-2
5.2.1 ID Number Entry (A5) ...................................................................................... 5-2
5.2.2 Line Feeds Entry (A6)...................................................................................... 5-2
5.2.3 Time Entry (A10).............................................................................................. 5-3
5.2.4 Date Entry (A13) .............................................................................................. 5-3
Chapter 6: Calibration..................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1 Calibration Overview..................................................................................................... 6-1
6.2 Zero Calibration (F16)................................................................................................... 6-1
6.3 Span Calibration (F17).................................................................................................. 6-1
6.4 View Calibration Values (F18) ...................................................................................... 6-2
6.5 Key-in Zero Calibration Value (F19) ............................................................................. 6-2
6.6 Key-in Span Calibration Value (F20) ............................................................................ 6-3
Chapter 7: Operation ...................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1 Display .......................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.1 Light Emitting Diode (LED) Display ................................................................. 7-1
7.2 Keyboard....................................................................................................................... 7-2
7.2.1 Function Keys .................................................................................................. 7-2
7.3 General Scale Operation .............................................................................................. 7-3
7.3.1 Weighing an item ............................................................................................. 7-3
7.3.2 Taring an item of unknown weight................................................................... 7-4
7.3.3 Taring an item of known weight....................................................................... 7-4
7.3.4 Clearing the tare weight value ......................................................................... 7-4
7.3.5 Piece Counting – Unknown average piece weight .......................................... 7-5
7.3.6 Piece Counting – Known average piece weight .............................................. 7-6
7.3.7 Clearing the average piece weight value......................................................... 7-6
7.3.8 Entering an ID number..................................................................................... 7-6
Chapter 8: Legal for Trade Sealing ................................................................................................ 8-1
8.1 ABS Enclosure.............................................................................................................. 8-1
Appendix A: Specifications................................................................................................................ A-1
Appendix B: Serial Port Information .................................................................................................. B-1
B.1 COM1 Modes................................................................................................................ B-1
B.1.1 Full Duplex Mode............................................................................................. B-1
B.1.1.1 Recognized Host Commands.......................................................... B-2
B.1.2 Print Ticket Mode............................................................................................. B-2
B.2 COM2 Mode.................................................................................................................. B-3
B.2.1 Simplex Mode .................................................................................................. B-3
Appendix C: Determining Proper Span Gain (F2)............................................................................. C-1
C.1 Span Gain Overview..................................................................................................... C-1
C.2 Setting the initial value for span gain............................................................................ C-1
C.3 Viewing the internal counts........................................................................................... C-1
Appendix D: Displayed Error Codes.................................................................................................. D-1
LIST OF FIGURES
1-1 800 Front Panel ...................................................................................................................... 1-2
2-1 800/800S Rear Panel ............................................................................................................. 2-1
2-2 Color Codes for Shielded Load Cell Cable............................................................................. 2-1
2-3 Pin Assignments for the Load Cell Port.................................................................................. 2-1
2-4 Pin Assignments for the DSUB9 serial port connector........................................................... 2-2
2-5 800/800S Main Circuit Board Overview ............................................................................... 2-3
2-6 Connection Assignments for the Load Cell Terminal ............................................................. 2-4
2-7 Connection Assignments for all serial communication Terminals ......................................... 2-4
2-7 Connection Assignments for all serial communication Terminals ......................................... 2-4
3-1 Setup Menu Key Assignments ............................................................................................... 3-2
3-2 Setup Menu Chart................................................................................................................... 3-2
3-3 User Menu Key Assignments ................................................................................................. 3-4
3-4 User Menu Chart .................................................................................................................... 3-5
7-1 800/800S LED Display Detail ................................................................................................. 7-1
7-2 Function Keys Layout ............................................................................................................. 7-2
8-1 800/800S ABS Rear Panel ..................................................................................................... 8-1
B-1 Cable Diagram for Indicator to IBM PC .................................................................................. B-1
B-2 Consolidated Controls Demand Mode ................................................................................... B-1
B-3 Print Ticket.............................................................................................................................. B-3
B-4 Cable Diagram for Indicator to Printer.................................................................................... B-3
B-5 Consolidated Controls Continuous Mode............................................................................... B-3
LIST OF TABLES
1-1 800 Series Product Matrix ...................................................................................................... 1-1
4-1 Invalid Setup Selections for commercial applications ............................................................ 4-3
6-1 Calibration Value Table .......................................................................................................... 6-2
7-1 800 Series Annunciator Definitions ........................................................................................ 7-2
C-1 Minimum Recommended Span Gain Table ........................................................................... C-2
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE 800 SERIES DIGITAL INDICATORS
The 800 Series Digital Indicator is a general purpose, industrial grade weight indicator featuring
keyboard tare, piece counting operation and a custom unit. Four models are currently available,
distinguishable by display type and enclosure type. Table 1-1 shows the 800 series product
matrix. All models operate identically, can readout up to 50,000 display divisions and can supply
enough current for up to 8-350Ω load cells. All setup parameters may be entered via the front
panel keys, including calibration.
If your Model 800 Series Digital Indicator is part of a complete floor scale or has been installed for
you, you may skip to Chapter 7 for operating instructions. Prior to using the indicator, please read
this chapter carefully and completely. Store the manual in a safe and convenient place so it will
be available if you have questions concerning the operation of the scale.
If you are an installer, the indicator's installation and wiring instructions are found in Chapter 2.
The indicator contains two main setup menus: The Setup (“F”) menu, which configures the
indicator to your weigh platform and the User (“A”) menu, which configures the serial
communication port and enables some user options. Chapter 3 gives an overview and explains
how to use the five front panel keys to maneuver and save settings in both menus. Chapters 4
and 5 explain the Setup and User Menu options, respectively. Chapter 6 covers system
calibration. Prior to installing the indicator, please read this manual carefully and completely.
Store the manual in a safe and convenient place so it will be available if you have questions
concerning the setup and operation of the scale.
800 LED (light emitting diode), 1" tall ABS, NEMA 12 rated
800S LED (light emitting diode), 1" tall Stainless Steel, NEMA 4X rated
DISPLAY TYPE ENCLOSURE TYPE
TABLE 1-1: 800 Series Product Matrix
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FIGURE 1-1: 800 Front Panel
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION
2.1 ABS ENCLOSURE (800 Series)
For indicators contained in the standard ABS enclosure, the rear panel contains all
connectors necessary to make the appropriate connections to the weigh platform, printer,
remote display and power supply.
LOAD CELL
Port
DC Jack
Setup/Calibration Switch
Figure 2-1: 800 Series ABS Enclosure Rear Panel
2.1.1 CONNECTING THE WEIGH PLATFORM
The indicators mounted in an ABS enclosure ship with a 15 ft shielded load cell
cable for connection to weigh platform’s load cell(s) or junction box.
1. Plug the cable’s 14-pin Centronics-type connector into the load cell port on the
rear panel of the indicator.
2. Wire the bare wires and shield to the weigh platform’s load cell(s) or junction
box using the color codes shown in Figure 2-2.
Color Wire Name
RED
BLK
GRN
WHT
+Excitation
–Excitation
+Signal
–Signal
Serial
Port
Figure 2-2: Color Codes for Shielded Load Cell Cable
3. If you do not wish to use the shielded load cell cable, you may use own,
following the pin assignments shown in Figure 2-3. (A 14-pin Male Centronicstype connector is required).
Pin Nos. Pin Name
1/8
3/10
5/12
7/14
+Excitation
–Excitation
+Signal
–Signal
7
14
3
12 10 8
15
Figure 2-3: Pin assignments for the Load Cell Port
2.1.2 CONNECTING THE SERIAL PRINTER, REMOTE DISPLAY OR COMPUTER
Front View
The 800 series indicator comes standard with two serial ports, designated COM1 and
COM2. COM1 is a full duplex, RS-232 port designed for connection to either
a PC or a serial printer. COM2 is a simplex, RS-232 / Passive 20 mA Current
Loop port designed for connection to a remote display.
For indicators housed in an ABS enclosure, both COM ports are wired to one physical
connector, a DSUB9 female. As a result, you must use a “Y” interface cable
(not included) to gain access to COM2. Figure 2-4 shows the serial port
pinout. Refer to Appendix B for some suggested cable diagrams. (A 9-pin
pin Male D-type connector is required).
1. Plug the serial printer or computer communication cable (not included) directly
into the DSUB9 serial port connector or into the port labeled COM1 on the “Y”
interface cable.
2. Plug the remote display cable (not included) directly into the port labeled COM2
on the “Y” interface cable.
Pin No. Pin Name
2
Receive Data
3
Transmit Data
4
Transmit Data
5
Signal Ground RS-232Both
7
CL + 20 mACOM2
8
CL – 20 mACOM2
Port
COM1
COM1 RS-232
Signal Level
RS-232
RS-232COM2
Figure 2-4: Pin assignments for the DSUB9 serial port connector
2.1.3 CONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY
1. The indicator ships standard with an internal AC to DC adapter. Simply plug the
AC line cord into a standard wall outlet.
2. If the indicator was shipped with the optional external AC adapter, simply plug
the AC adapter into the indicator’s DC Power Jack first, and then plug into a
standard wall outlet. Make sure that the AC voltage appearing at the wall
outlet matches the input voltage marked on the AC adapter.
235 4
8 7
2.2 STAINLESS STEEL ENCLOSURE (800S)
For indicators contained in a stainless steel enclosure, the rear cover must first be removed
to make the appropriate connections to the weigh platform, printer, remote display and
power supply. To remove the rear cover, simply remove the screws that secure it to the
enclosure and set aside.
NOTE: The rear cover must remain off to access the Setup Menu and calibration
procedures.
Figure 2-5: 800 Series Main Circuit Board Overview .
2.2.1 CONNECTING THE WEIGH PLATFORM
1. Connect your shielded load cell cable (not included) to the appropriate terminal
on the main board. Connection assignments for the Load Cell Terminals are
shown in Figure
2-6.
J2
E+
J9
S+
E+
E–
Older Units
S–
S+
E–
S–
Newer Units
Figure 2-6: Connection assignments for the Load Cell Terminal
2.2.2 CONNECTING THE SERIAL PRINTER, REMOTE DISPLAY OR COMPUTER
The 800 series indicator comes standard with two serial ports, designated COM1 and
COM2. COM1 is a full duplex, RS-232 port designed for connection to either
a PC or a serial printer. COM2 is a simplex, RS-232 / Passive 20 mA Current
Loop port designed for connection to a remote display.
For indicators housed in a Stainless Steel enclosure, COM1 is realized in J6 / J10 (older /
newer) while COM2 is realized in both J10 / J6 (older / newer) and J7. J10 /
J6 is an RS-232 port and J7 is a CL port. Connection assignments for all
serial communication terminals are shown in Figure 2-7 and Figure 2-7a.
1. Connect your remote display communication cable (not included) to terminal
J10 / J6 or J7 on the main board.
J10
TXD RXD GND
J6
TXD GND
J7
CL+ CL-
Figure 2-7: Connection assignments for all serial communication terminals .
2.2.3 CONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY
1. The indicator ships standard with an internal AC to DC adapter. Simply plug the
AC line cord into a standard wall outlet.
2. If the indicator was shipped with the optional external AC adapter, simply plug
the AC adapter into the indicator’s DC Power Jack first, and then plug into a
standard wall outlet. Make sure that the AC voltage appearing at the wall
outlet matches the input voltage marked on the AC adapter.
CHAPTER 3: CONFIGURATION
3.1 CONFIGURATION OVERVIEW
The indicator contains two main setup menus: The Setup (“F”) menu which configures the
indicator to your weigh platform and the User (“A”) menu which configures the serial
communication port and enables some user options. The Setup and User menus consist of
several menu selections, each with its own sub-menu of choices.
To set up the indicator, you must first enter the appropriate menu mode. Once there, four of the front
panel keys become directional navigators to move around in the menus, and one key is used to save
or SET the selections.
3.2 SETUP (“F”) MENU
3.2.1 ENTERING THE SETUP MENU – ABS ENCLOSURE
4. Power off the indicator by unplugging the power source.
5. On the back cover, move the Setup/Calibration Switch to the opposite position.
6. Power on the indicator by plugging in the power source. The indicator shows ” F
1” to indicate that you are in Setup Menu mode.
Note: Access to the Setup/Calibration Switch is inhibited if the indicator has been
sealed for commercial use. For more information, please refer to Chapter 8.
3.2.2 ENTERING THE SETUP MENU – STAINLESS STEEL ENCLOSURE
1. Power off the indicator.
2. Locate the slide switch on the rear cover and move it to the right.
NOTE: A metal plate held on by two drilled-head screws may conceal the slide
switch.
3. Power on the indicator. The indicator shows ” F 1” to indicate that you are in
Setup Menu mode.
Note 1: Access to the back cover is inhibited if the indicator has been sealed for
commercial use. For more information, please refer to Chapter 8.
1. Power on the indicator. The indicator shows ” F 1” to indicate that you are
in Setup Menu mode.
3.2.3 NAVIGATING IN THE SETUP MENU
Use the directional keys shown in Figure 3-1 to move around in the Setup Menu
Chart shown in Figure 3-2 on the following page.
1. To move to a new “F” heading, use the 4 (left) or 5 (right) key to move right or
left in the Setup Menu Chart.
2. To move to the selection level, press the 2 (down) key once. The current
saved selection is shown.
3. To view the available selections for the current “F” heading, use the 4 (left) or
5 (right) key to move through the selection field.
4. To save a new selection, press the NET/GROSS (Set) key .To exit without
saving, press the 1 (up) key to return to the current “F” heading.
5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 until the Setup Menu is programmed.
SETUP MENU MODE KEY FUNCTIONS
1
2
Figure 3-1: Setup Menu Key Assignments
NET
GROSS
SET
4
5
F1
Grads
500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 4000 5000 6000 8000 10000 12000 20000 30000
1 2 5
F2
Span Gn.
25 50 75 100 150 200
F9
Dsp. Div.
0 0.0 0.00 0.000 0.0000 00
F16
Zero Calib.
F10
Dec. Pt.
F3
Zero Band
0.5d 1d 3d0d 5d
F11
CU Mult.
Press #2
key to begin
F17
Span Calib.
F4
Zero Range
100% 1.9%
F18
Cal. View
F5
Mot. Band
1d 3d 5d 10d
F12
CU Enable
0 1
F19
Key-in Zero
F6
Dig. Filter
Auto
1 2 4 8
F13
PC Enable
0 1
F20
Key-in Span
F7
Ovld. Limit
0d 2% 1d 9d
12
32 64
16
40000 50000
F14
lb/kg Enable
0 1
F8
Calib. Unit
lb kg
Press #2
key to begin
Press #2
key to begin
Press #2
key to begin
Press #2
key to begin
Figure 3-2: Setup Menu Chart
Press #2
key to begin
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