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I30 Digital Indicator

Operator Manual

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Printed in Canada Copyright 2009 by NORAC Systems International Inc. Reorder P/N: I30-MANUAL Rev B (I30 Indicator Manual)

NOTICE: NORAC Systems International Inc. reserves the right to improve products and their specifications without notice and without the requirement to update products sold previously. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this manual. The technical information in this manual was reviewed at the time of approval for publication.

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Contents 1. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................1

Features .......................................................................................................... 2 Specifications .................................................................................................. 3

2. DISPLAY & ANNUNCIATORS.......................... ...................................4 Weight Display................................................................................................. 4 Arrow Annunciators ......................................................................................... 5 Display Annunciators....................................................................................... 6

3. KEYPAD & SCALE FUNCTIONS ........................ ................................7 4. INSTALLATION.................................... ..............................................10

Pre-Installation............................................................................................... 10 AC Power ...................................................................................................... 10 I30 Battery Pack ............................................................................................ 11 Battery Pack Installation ................................................................................ 12 Load Cell Wiring ............................................................................................ 14 4 Wire Load Cells .......................................................................................... 15 Communications Wiring (RS 232) ................................................................. 16 Default Communications Format: .................................................................. 17 Mounting Instructions .................................................................................... 18

5. CALIBRATION MODE................................ ........................................19 Calibration Keys ............................................................................................ 19 Entering Calibration Mode ............................................................................. 19 Navigating Calibration Parameters ................................................................ 20 Password....................................................................................................... 21 NORAC U-Series Preloaded Calibration ....................................................... 22 Editing Calibration Parameters ...................................................................... 24 Exit & Save Calibration.................................................................................. 24

6. CALIBRATION PARAMETERS .......................... ...............................25 Scale Calibration Sub-block 1.x..................................................................... 25 Zero and Motion Settings Sub-block 2.x........................................................ 27 Tare Settings Sub-block 3.x........................................................................... 28 Scale Filtering Settings Sub-block 4.x ........................................................... 29 Serial Communications Sub-block 5.x ........................................................... 30 Product Specific Functions Sub-block 6.x ..................................................... 31 Additional Scale Functions Sub-block 8.x...................................................... 32 Scale Diagnostics Sub-block 9.x ................................................................... 33 Preset Parameters......................................................................................... 34

7. SCALE CALIBRATION ............................... .......................................36 8. SEALING THE INDICATOR........................... ....................................38

Electronic Seal............................................................................................... 38 Physical Seal ................................................................................................. 39

9. USER MENU.......................................................................................40 User Menu Keys ............................................................................................ 40 INSTAweigh (Animal Weighing) .................................................................... 40

10. TROUBLESHOOTING & ERROR MESSAGES ............... ...............43

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1. INTRODUCTION The I30 digital weight indicator has been specifically designed for mobile weighing applications. Multiple power inputs, a versatile display, and a weather-proof enclosure allow efficient and hassle-free scale operation in any location.

Built from the ground up with battery-friendly components, the I30 incorporates NORAC’s unique INSTAweigh operating platform that intelligently identifies when to supply or conserve power resources. This industry leading power efficiency stretches battery life to over 500 hours!

The I30 also utilizes sophisticated filtering algorithms and display modes to offer the best solution to vibration and dynamic weighing problems such as livestock. Designed with the durability, functionality, and versatility expected from NORAC, the I30 is truly engineered for the diversity of the weighing industry.

Disclaimer

The following User information is for the exclusive use of NORAC Dealers and Customers. Installation and configuration procedures (as described in this manual) should only be carried out by qualified Scale Service Technicians as authorized by NORAC.

Scale Service Technicians handling I30 indicator PCBs must observe proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) handling procedures.

ATTENTION! Unauthorized installation and service of this unit may void the warranty.

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Features

Mobile & Versatile

• Large LCD display (1-1/8” digits) • Easy to read in low light and direct sunlight • Weather-proof, stainless steel enclosure • Perfect for outdoor use

Multiple Power Inputs

• Direct AC Power • 6 “C” cell alkaline batteries (Up to 500 hours) • 12 Volt input terminal for car batteries

Easy to Use

• Easy to navigate software menu and calibration • Calibrate to any test weight value • Terminal wiring

Advanced Capabilities

• DYNArrest digital filtering system for fast and stable dynamic weighing.

• Scale tickets • Time & Date.

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Specifications

Excitation : 5 VDC, Up to 4 x 350 Ω or 700 Ω loadcells

Analog Input Range : 0 - 39 mV

Resolution : 10,000 d (LFT), 1 million (Internal counts)

Measurement Speed : 10 - 80 weight samples/sec. (Auto-Adjust)

Power : Battery: 6 "C" cell alkaline batteries

AC Input: 100 - 240VAC

DC Input: 12 VDC

Consumption: 500 mW

Display : 6 digit, 7 segment, LCD display with backlight

1-1/8 inch digits

Communications : Full duplex RS-232 serial port

Configurable data format

Selectable output strings

Temperature Range : 14°F to 104°F / -10°C to 40°C

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2. DISPLAY & ANNUNCIATORS The I30 uses a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with an LED backlight. HTN technology gives the display better contrast over wider viewing angles. LCD arrow and display annunciators communicate scale status and mode information to the user.

Weight Display

• 6 digits (7 segments each). Up to 3 decimal points.

• Negative weights are indicated by a minus sign (-) on the far left character.

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Arrow Annunciators

CENTRE ZERO: The scale is within ±0.2 graduations of “Centre of ZERO ”.

MOTION: The scale is in motion.

GROSS: The scale is in GROSS weighing mode.

NET: The scale is in NET weighing mode (a tare weight is stored).

DYNAMIC: The scale is weighing in DYNAMIC mode (if enabled).

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Display Annunciators

Lb Scale is weighing in POUNDS.

oz Scale is weighing in OUNCES.

kg Scale is weighing in KILOGRAMS .

o The weight on the scale is STABLE .

Lock The averaged scale weight has been LOCKED on the display (only if dynamic weighing is enabled).

Pcs The indicator is displaying a PIECE COUNT. Not available at this time.

Shrink The indicator is displaying a SHRINKAGE weight.

Indicates the BATTERY LIFE remaining.

3 segments = Full battery life

2 segments = Med battery life

1 segment = Low battery life. Change batteries soon.

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3. KEYPAD & SCALE FUNCTIONS

The I30 indicator utilizes 5 keys for operator interfacing. To maximize indicator functionality, some keys perform multiple functions.

Press the key:

Press & hold the key (2 sec):

MENU – Enters the User Menu. Pressing the key again scrolls through the User Menu (See page 40).

POWER – Turns the indicator ON and OFF

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Press the key:

Press & hold the key (2 sec):

GR/NT – Toggles the I30 between GROSS and NET weighing modes if a tare value is stored.

CLEAR – Clears any previously acquired tare values. When used in Legal for Trade applications, tares can only be cleared when GROSS weight is at no load.

Press the key:

TARE - Acquires tare value from weight on the scale (Container, Box, etc.)

The scale cannot be tared if:

• The scale weight is negative;

• Weight on the scale is in motion;

• The Tare function has been disabled.

When one of these situations occurs, the display will briefly read “Err ”.

In Canadian Legal for Trade applications, previous tare weights must be cleared before a new tare weight can be acquired.

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Press the key:

ZERO – Sets the weight display to zero.

The scale will not zero if:

• Weight on the scale is in MOTION;

• The weight on the scale exceeds the allowed ZERO RANGE;

• The ZERO function has been disabled.

When one of these situations occurs, the display will briefly read “Err” .

Press the key:

Press & hold the key (2 sec):

INSTAWEIGH – Transmits data string or scale ticket through COM1.

UNITS – Toggles between Primary and Secondary Weighing Units.

Units are selected or disabled in Calibration Mode.

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4. INSTALLATION

Pre-Installation

It is always good practice to verify that the I30 indicator is complete and undamaged upon receipt.

• Check over packaging for any signs of damage.

• Remove the I30 from protective packaging and check for damage.

• Verify that the box includes the I30 indicator with:

o AC to DC Power adaptor (100~240VAC to 12VDC)

o Mounting bracket

o Operator Manual

AC Power

1. Connect the AC power adaptor to indicator, plug adaptor into a power outlet.

2. Installers must take proper steps to prevent noise, static, or other power problems.

ATTENTION! In noisy industrial environments, power-conditioning filters are a requirement to ensure a fail-safe operation under all conditions. Indicators should not share AC power with electrical motors and switchgear. Consult the site engineer for clean AC power.

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I30 Battery Pack

The battery pack does not include batteries. Six size C alkaline batteries will be used in this battery holder. Please make sure the battery positive and negative pole match the mark on battery holder.

Loading Batteries*

1. Unscrew the battery housing and remove it being careful not to pull on the wires.

2. Insert 6 “C” cell alkaline batteries in battery holder checking for correct polarity. (Batteries are not supplied)

3. Screw battery housing back on and tighten it; do not over tighten.

*Battery holder is an option; please contact NORAC for more information ** 12V battery cable is available; please contact NORAC for more information

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Battery Pack Installation

Ensure the indicator is not plugged in or powered o n before you do the following procedure.

1. Disassemble the back cover from I30 indicator; Remove the blind plug from back cover, please see picture Figure 1

Figure 1

2. Insert the grommet into the hole which blind plug sat; lead the wire go through grommet, see Figure 2

Figure 2

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3. Plug the wire into circuit board show J71, the red wire is face “+” mark on circuit board, and put the jumper on J70, see Figure 3

Figure 3

4. Reassemble the back cover (only install 2 screw at top), then mount the battery pack to the back of indicator using 4 pcs 6-32x3/4 screw, see Figure 4

Figure 4

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Load Cell Wiring

1. Ensure the unit is not plugged in or powered on.

2. Run the cable from the load cell or junction box through the strain-relief and wire the indicator power to the Load Cell Terminal Block (J5). See the following table:

I30 LOAD CELL TERMINAL (J5)

LOAD CELL WIRE

CONNECTOR PIN

NORAC COLOR CODE

+EXC Positive Excitation

C Red

+SNS Positive Sense

+SIG Positive Signal B Green

SHLD Shield Wire Yellow

-SIG Negative Signal

D White

-SNS Negative Sense

-EXC Negative Excitation

A Black

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4 Wire Load Cells

When using load cells WITHOUT sense wires, the pins on J25 and J26 must be jumpered (default from factory). See illustration below:

6 Wire Load Cells

When using load cells WITH sense wires, remove the jumpers from the pins on J25 and J26. See illustration below:

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Communications Wiring (RS 232)

1. Ensure the I30 and communicating device (printer, remote display, PC) are disconnected from power.

2. Run communication cable through the strain-relief and wire to the COM Port Terminal (J4). See table below:

I30 COM TERMINAL (J4) COMMUNICATING DEVICE

RX TX

TX RX

COM SIG GND, or COM

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Default Communications Settings:

• 9600 Baud • 1 Stop Bit • No Parity • Transmits CONTINUOUSLY • 8 Data Bits (Every ¼ second)

Default Communications Format:

DF1500 Data String <STX><P><W><W><W><W><W><W><W><S><U><U><S><M><M><S><ST><CR><LF>

STX: Start of Text (ASCII 02)

P: Polarity (- or Spc)

W: Weight Character (# or Spc)

S: Space (ASCII 32)

U: Units Characters (KG or LB)

M: Mode Character (GR or NT)

ST: Status Character (Spc, O, M, or -)

CR: Carriage Return (ASCII 13)

LF: Line Feed (ASCII 10)

Communications settings can be adjusted in Calibration Mode by qualified technicians.

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Mounting Instructions

1. The I30 can be mounted on interior or exterior surfaces using the mounting bracket.

2. Ensure that mounting structures (walls, posts, etc.) will bear the weight of the indicator (3 kg / 7 lbs with batteries).

3. Use proper hardware, including wall anchors where necessary, when mounting the bracket and indicator.

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5. CALIBRATION MODE

The I30 has preloaded calibration settings available for the 2500U, 5000U, and 10000U loadbars. To select a preloaded calibration setting, see page 22 after you are familiar with entering Calibration Mode (instructions starting on this page).

Calibration Keys

UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT ENTER

Entering Calibration Mode

With Electronic Seal (Default)

1. Press the LEFT and RIGHT ARROW keys together.

2. ‘”CAL ” is displayed, followed by “PASS” for password.

3. Key in the 4 digit password. The factory default password is “0001”.

Use the LEFT & RIGHT ARROW keys to select the digit. The selected digit will flash.

Use the UP & DOWN ARROW keys to increase and decrease the value of the digit.

Press the ENTER key when done.

4. The first Calibration Mode parameter (P1.0) is displayed. If the password is incorrect the display will read “FAIL ”.

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With Physical Seal

1. Open the I30 enclosure.

2. Place a jumper on the mother board’s CAL pins (J30).

3. Press the LEFT and RIGHT ARROW keys together.

4. The first Calibration Mode parameter (P1.0) is displayed.

The I30 supports both electronic (default) and physical sealing. Physical sealing must be set-up in Calibration Mode. For more information on sealing and the electronic audit trail, see page 38.

Navigating Calibration Parameters

1. Use the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to find the parameter. Calibration Parameters are displayed by the letter “P” preceding the parameter number (Ex. “P1.1, P1.2, P1.3 …”).

2. Holding down the UP or DOWN ARROW key for more than 1 second will scroll through the Calibration Sub-blocks for quicker navigation. (Ex. “P1.0, P2.0, P3.0 ...”).

3. Press the ENTER key to select the parameter for editing.

In Calibration Mode, if no keys are pressed for 10 seconds, the scale weight is displayed with a blinking “C” on the left-hand side.

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Password

The default password for the I30 is 0001.

Entering an incorrect password will return “FAIL”. You may re-enter the password if you made an error.

View or Change the Password

1. Enter Calibration Mode

2. Enter parameter 9.3

→ (example)

a. If you do not wish to change the current password, press the ENTER key. or

b. If you want to change the password, use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to navigate through the four digits, and use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to change the digits. Press ENTER when done changing the password.

3. The display will now show” P9.3”. Hold the LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys simultaneously to save and return to the weight display screen.

If the password is lost or forgotten, calibration mode will not be accessible. Factory reset is not available without entering the current password. Please contact NORAC for assistance with a lost/forgotten password.

Π9.3

−0001− Π9.3

φαιΛ

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NORAC U-Series Preloaded Calibration

The following is to default the I30 Indicator to NORAC preloaded calibration settings for the 2500U / 5000U / or 10000U loadbar.

1. Enter into Setup/Cal Mode on the I30 (see pages 19 & 20).

2. Press and Hold UP until the I30 displays P9.0

3. Press UP until you reach P9.4

→ 4. Press ENTER. Indicator will display “FCTY RSET” then

“-0000-“

→ →

5. Press UP to change the last character to 1.

6. Press ENTER. The I30 will display “0”

7. Press UP to change the value.

0

−0001−

ΡΣΕΤ ΦΧΤΨ

π9.4

π9.0

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0 = Defaults

1 = 2500U

2 = 5000U

3 = 10000U

8. Press ENTER.

9. I30 will display “done ” and Return to “P9.4”. If let sit, it will

show “C ####”

→ 10. Press and Hold TARE & ZERO simultaneously for about 1

second.

11. “CAL ” “SAVE” will display.

→ 12. Procedure Complete

σαϖε ΧΑΛ

π9.4 ∆οΝΕ

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Editing Calibration Parameters

1. Use the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to edit the parameter value.

2. Press ENTER to confirm the parameter value.

To edit a numeric value (Ex. Weight), use the LEFT and RIGHT ARROW keys to select the digit and the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to alter the digit’s value. Press the ENTER key when done.

Example: Enter 20.0 (Note: Decimal point is determ ined by P1.1, see page 25)

Exit & Save Calibration

1. Press the LEFT and RIGHT ARROW keys together.

2. The indicator will exit Calibration Mode and return to Weighing Mode. All calibration information is saved.

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6. CALIBRATION PARAMETERS

Scale Calibration Sub-block 1.x

Parameter Value Description

P1.0

Graduations

1d < 2d 5d 10d 20d 50d 100d

Select scale graduations (d). Setting this parameter to higher than 10d will set the decimal point to 0, and display 2 leading zeros at ZERO (00). Setting to 100D will result in 3 zeros at ZERO (000).

P1.1

Decimals

0 0.0 0.00 0.000

Select decimal places (Up to 3).

P1.2

Deadload Scale

E SCL Displays “E SCL” to empty scale. Once the scale is empty, press ENTER to calibrate deadload value (Scale zero calibration).

P1.3

Calibrate Scale

SPAn 100.00 <

Displays “SPAn ”. Place test weight on the scale. Enter the test weight value using the ARROW keys. Press ENTER to start calibration.

P1.4

Scale Capacity

1000.00 < 0 to 999999

Enter the Scale Capacity using ARROW keys. Press ENTER to select.

P1.5

Overload

0d < 1d 2d 2PC (2%)

Selects the number of divisions over scale capacity in which blanks the display for a scale over condition. Choose between 0,1,2 divisions or 2% of capacity.

P1.6

Calibrated Units

(Primary Units)

1 = kg < 2 = lb

Selects the Primary scale units used for calibrating the scale. Setting this parameter affects P1.7 and P1.8 automatically.

P1.7

Power ON Units

1 = kg < 2 = lb 3 = oz

Selects the default units that the scale powers up to.

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P1.8

Alternate Units 1

0 = Disabled 1 = kg 2 = lb < 3 = oz

Selects alternate unit of measurement 1. Setting to 0 disables alternate unit of measurement 1.

P1.9

Alternate Units 2

0 = Disabled < 1 = kg 2 = lb 3 = oz

Selects alternate unit of measurement 2. Setting to 0 disables alternate unit of measurement 1.

Factory preset values are bold < .

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Zero and Motion Settings Sub-block 2.x

Factory preset values are bold < .

Parameter Value Description

P2.0

Pushbutton Zero Range

2% <

18%

90%

Selects the range (from zero to capacity) within which the scale can be zeroed. LFT must be 2%.

Example: Scale can be zeroed within ± 2% of calibrated zero.

P2.1

AZSM Zero Tracking

OFF

0.5d <

1d

2d

3d

Selects the zero tracking range specified in +/- displayed divisions. Example: Automatically zeros the scale within ± 0.5d of calibrated zero.

Must be within the Zero Range.

P2.2

Power Up ZERO IZSM

0 = Disabled <

1 = Enabled

When enabled, the scale will automatically zero on power up (Up to 18% of scale capacity).

P2.3

Scale Motion

OFF

1d

2d <

3d

5d

10d

Selects the Scale Motion band in displayed divisions. Determines the number of divisions at which the scale is sensitive to motion (Motion annunciator turns ON).

P2.4

Motion Timer

4 <

Range: 2 - 20

Selects the time (in 0.25 second intervals) the Motion annunciator will remain ON after the scale weight stabilizes within tolerance. Example: For a motion time of 1 second, set this value to 4.

P2.5

Blank Display on Motion

0 = Disabled <

1 = Enabled

When enabled, the display blanks when motion is detected.

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Tare Settings Sub-block 3.x

Parameter Value Description

P3.0

Regulatory

0 = NTEP < 1 = CANADA 2 = NONE

Sets how the TARE operates based on regulatory agency. NTEP: Allows a tare weight to be acquired at any positive weight (>0). Tares can only be cleared when GROSS weight is at no load. New tares may be acquired even if a previous tare weight is present. CANADA: Allows a tare weight to be acquired at any positive weight (>0). Tares can only be cleared when GROSS weight is at no load. Previous tare weights must be cleared before a new tare weight can be acquired. NONE: Allows a tare weight to be acquired at any positive weight (>0). Tares can be cleared at any time. New tares may be acquired even if a previous tare weight is present.

P3.1

Lockout Tare

0 = Disabled <

1 = Enabled

Locks out the TARE key. The Operator cannot tare the scale.

P3.2

Auto Tare

0 = Disabled <

1 = Enabled

Automatically tares the scale when the weight is greater than 5 displayed divisions, there is no motion, and the scale is in GROSS mode.

P3.3

Auto Clear

0 = Disabled <

1 = Enabled

Automatically clears tare values when the scale is at GROSS zero.

Factory preset values are bold < .

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Scale Filtering Settings Sub-block 4.x

Parameter Value Description

P4.0

Filter Preset

1 = Light 2 = Medium < 3 = Heavy 4 = Animal 1 5 = Animal 2 6 = Animal 3

Adjusts filter parameters P4.1 to P4.4 to a preset value. Use this to quickly find a starting point for scale filtering. The User can then fine tune the filtering if required using the parameters below.

P4.1

Filter Frequency

0.5 Hz 1 Hz 3 Hz <

Frequency in Hertz of the front end digital filter. A lower frequency will make the scale more immune to vibrations, but will also slow down the response time of the display.

P4.2

A/D Averaging

5 10 50 < 75 100

Selects the number of A/D conversions that are averaged to obtain a displayed reading. A higher number gives a more accurate display by reducing noisy readings, but slows down the settling rate of the display.

P4.3

A/D Averaging Cut-Out

Threshold

2d < 4d 8d 12d 14d 18d

Sets the weight change threshold in displayed divisions where the A/D averaging is suspended. This will make the display more responsive to weight changes above the cut-out threshold.

P4.4

A/D Averaging Cut-Out

Sensitivity

2 5 < 8 10 12 15

Specifies the number of consecutive A/D samples above the Cut-Out Threshold before A/D Averaging is suspended.

P4.5

Display Update Rate

0 < 0.25 0.5 0.7 1

Configures how often the display is updated in seconds. If set to 0 the display updates at full speed.

Factory preset values are bold < .

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Serial Communications Sub-block 5.x

Parameter Value Description

P5.0

Baud Rate COM1

1200 2400 4800 9600 < 19200

Transmission speed (baud rate) for COM1.

P5.1

Data Format COM1

8-non < 7-Evn 7-Odd

Parity and bits for COM1. 8-bit No parity, 7-bit Even parity, or 7-bit Odd parity.

P5.2

Output Mode

COM1

0 = Stream < 1 = Transmit on print 2 = Ticket 3 = Poll Mode 4 = Stream (No Motion) 5 = Disabled

Controls the operation of the COM1 port: 0: Continuous output or “stream” mode. 1: Output data string when PRINT key is pressed. 2: COM port operates in ticket mode* 3: Poll Mode. Indicator responds to these commands: ‘?’ Poll for weight ‘Z’ ZERO ‘T’ TARE ‘C’ CLEAR ‘P’ PRINT

*P5.3*

Data String Emulation COM1

0 = Western < 1 = Condec 2 = Toledo 3 = Cardinal 4 =Weightronix

String emulation for continuous serial stream.

Default: DF1500

P5.4

Stream Delay

COM1

0 sec 0.25 sec < 0.5 sec 0.75 sec 1 sec

Inserts a delay between serial transmissions (select 0.25 second intervals). 0 = No delay.

P5.5

Auxiliary Function COM1

0 = COM <

1 = Print

2 = Tare

3 = Clear

If the COM port is not needed for communications, it can be used for remote input control using a push button switch. Use an external switch to connect RX and TX together. Set the parameter to make the switch function as one of the following: 1: Remote pushbutton PRINT 2: Remote pushbutton TARE. 3: Remote pushbutton CLEAR .

* Not Available in VER 5.00. Factory preset values are bold < .

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Product Specific Functions Sub-block 6.x

Parameter Value Description

P6.0

Backlight

0 = AUTO < 1 = Always ON 2 = Always OFF

Controls the backlight of the LCD display. For optimal battery life AUTO or OFF is recommended.

P6.1

Backlight Duration

2 sec 5 sec < 10 sec 20 sec

Selects the number of seconds the backlight remains turned ON when scale motion is detected.

P6.2

Power Management System

0 = Normal <

1 = INSTAweigh

2 = AUTO OFF

Normal: The Indicator is always ON. INSTAweigh: The indicator automatically reduces power consumption on inactivity, and restores power when scale activity is detected. Prolongs battery life by more than 2X. AUTO OFF: If there is no scale activity for the set period of time (P6.3), the indicator automatically powers off.

P6.3

AUTO OFF Timer

5 min 10 min < 15 min 20 min

If P6.2 is set to AUTO OFF, the indicator will power down after no scale activity for this amount of time.

P6.4

Animal Averaging

Sampling Time

OFF < 1 sec 2 sec 3 sec 4 sec 5 sec 10 sec

Animal averaging time. When enabled, auto averaging will operate for the specified time by pressing the PRINT button in normal weigh mode. The weight is then locked on the display,

P6.5

Animal Averaging Display Time

5 <

Range: 0 to 10

Locks the displayed average value for a certain period of time (in seconds). If 0, the display will remain locked until the PRINT key is pressed.

P6.6

Shrinkage

0 = Disabled <

1 = Enabled

Sets shrinkage in percent. See “Shrinkage” in the User Menu section, page 41.

Factory preset values are bold < .

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Additional Scale Functions Sub-block 8.x

Parameter Value Description

P8.0

Peak Hold

0 = Disabled <

1 = Enabled

Enables the Peak Hold function. The maximum weight is captured and displayed until the CLEAR key is pressed. Note: The LOCK annunciator is activated when the Peak Hold weight is displayed.

P8.1

Peak Hold

Threshold

0000.00 < Enter the minimum weight that must be exceeded before the Peak Hold function activates. The weight must fall below this threshold before another Peak Hold can be performed. Use the ARROW keys to edit the value, followed by the ENTER key.

P8.2

Peak Hold

Auto-Clear

0 = Disabled <

1 = Enabled

Automatically clears the Peak Hold display when the scale weight drops below the Peak Hold Threshold (P8.1).

P8.3

Peak Hold

Timer

0 <

Range: 0 - 20

(0 to 5 sec)

Delays Peak Hold activation by the selected amount of time (in 0.25 second intervals). Useful for lifting applications where there is a strong initial force that may cause an exaggerated Peak Hold display. Example: For a delay of 1 second, set this value to 4.

Factory preset values are bold < .

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Scale Diagnostics Sub-block 9.x

Parameter Value Description

P9.0

AD Raw Counts

‘A’XXXXX Show AD converter raw counts for diagnostic purposes. The left most display will have a blinking “A” to indicate raw counts mode. Press ENTER to exit.

P9.1

SPAN Edit

XXXXXX Displays the scale’s calibration factor. Use the ARROW keys to edit the value, followed by the ENTER key.

P9.2

Software Version & Display Test

N/A Displays the indicator software version and cycles through the display segments.

P9.3

Password Display/Edit

-0001- Display/change the calibration PASSWORD.

P9.4

Factory Reset

0 = default < 1 = 2500U 2 = 5000U 3 = 10000U

Reset all parameters back to factory values. Calibration password is required.

0= I30 defaults; 1= 2500U defaults; 2= 5000U defaults; 3= 10000U defaults.

P9.5

Clock Mode

OFF < 12 Hr 24 Hr

Selects how the real time clock displays the time.

P9.8

Battery Status

X.XX Displays the battery status in volts. Batteries must be replaced when lower than 6.00 Volts. Press ENTER to exit.

P9.9

Physical Seal

OFF <

ON

Enables the physical sealing of the indicator. See page 39.

Factory preset values are bold < .

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Preset Parameters Parameter Value Description 2500U 5000U 10000U

1.0 Graduations 5d (lbs) 5d (lbs) 1d (lbs)

1.1 Decimals 0.0 0.0 0

1.2 Deadload N/A N/A N/A

1.3 Calibrate Scale N/A N/A N/A

1.4 Scale Capacity 2500 (lbs) 5000 (lbs) 10000 (lbs)

1.5 Overload 0d 0d 0d

1.6 Cal/Primary Units 2 (lbs) 2 (lbs) 2 (lbs)

1.7 Power On Units 2 (lbs) 2 (lbs) 2 (lbs)

1.8 Alternate Units 1 1 (kg) 1 (kg) 1 (kg)

1.9 Alternate Units 2 0 0 0

2.0 Pushbutton Zero 90% 90% 90%

2.1 AZSM Zero Tracking OFF OFF OFF

2.2 Power Up Zero IZSM 0 0 0

2.3 Scale Motion 2d 2d 2d

2.4 Motion Timer 4 4 4

2.5 Blank On Motion 0 0 0

3.0 Regulatory 2 2 2

3.1 Lockout Tare 0 0 0

3.2 Auto Tare 0 0 0

3.3 Auto Clear 0 0 0

4.0 Filter Preset 6 6 6

4.1 Filter Frequency 0.5 0.5 0.5

4.2 A/D Averaging 100 100 100

4.3 Cut-Out Threshold 2d 2d 2d

4.4 Cut-Out Sensitivity 5 5 5

4.5 Display Update Rate 0 0 0

5.0 Baud Rate 9600 9600 9600

5.1 Data Format 8-non 8-non 8-non

5.2 Output Mode 1 1 1

5.3 Data String Emulation 0 0 0

5.4 Stream Delay 0.25 0.25 0.25

6.0 Backlight 0 0 0

6.1 Backlight Duration 5 sec 5 sec 5 sec

6.2 Power Options 1 1 1

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Preset Parameters Continued

Parameter Value Description 2500U 5000U 10000U

6.3 Auto Off Timer 10 min 10 min 10 min

7.0 Animal Sample Time 2 sec 2 sec 2 sec

7.1 Animal Display Time 8 8 8

7.2 Shrinkage 0 0 0

9.0 Raw Counts N/A N/A N/A

9.1 Span Edit 001258 002943 002622

9.2 Display Test N/A N/A N/A

9.3 Password Edit N/A N/A N/A

9.4 Factory Reset N/A N/A N/A

9.5 Battery status N/A N/A N/A

9.6 Software Version N/A N/A N/A

9.7 Start Up Display 2 2 2

9.8 Clock Mode OFF OFF OFF

9.9 Physical Seal OFF OFF OFF

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7. SCALE CALIBRATION

This example covers the DEADLOAD & SPAN of a 5,000 lb x 0.5 lb floor scale.

1. Enter Calibration Mode.

2. Set the following parameters: (Example only!)

P1.0 – Grad Size = 5d P1.1 – Decimal Place = 0.0 (1) P1.4 – Capacity = 5000.0 P1.6 – Calibrated Units = 2 (lb)

3. Remove any weight from the scale and go to P1.2 – Deadload Scale (Scale Zero Calibration). Press ENTER to select the parameter. “E SCL” is displayed.

4. Press ENTER to begin deadload. The scale weight should read “0.0”.

5. Verify the scale is at zero and add test weights. This example shows 5000 lbs (max. capacity). The I30 indicator can be calibrated to any test weight amount. Go to P1.3 – Calibrate Scale . Press ENTER to select the parameter.

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6. “SPAn ” is briefly displayed. Enter the test weight amount using the ARROW keys to select and alter digits.

7. Press the ENTER key to confirm the test weight value.

8. Press the LEFT and RIGHT ARROW keys together to exit Calibration Mode.

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8. SEALING THE INDICATOR

Electronic Seal

Calibration and configuration settings are electronically sealed with a password. This safeguard helps prevent accidental or unauthorized alteration of important scale settings.

IMPORTANT! If the password is forgotten, Calibration Mode will be inaccessible. Record ALL password changes and alert the customer if the password is lost, call the factory for assistance.

The I30 features a Category 1 Audit Trail System for recording changes in calibration. Two counters are utilized:

Calibration Counter: Increments by 1 whenever the scale is deadloaded or calibrated.

Configuration Counter: Increments by 1 whenever changes are made to parameters affecting scale setup.

The counters increment for each Calibration Mode session where parameters are changed. Multiple changes may be made for each counter increase, but simply entering and exiting Calibration Mode does not increment the counters. The counters will count from 0 to 999 before rolling over to 0 again.

Important Note: Because the Audit Trail becomes active during factory testing, the Calibration and Configuration Counters may not be 0 when the indicator is new out of the box.

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The counters can be accessed at any time by pressing the TARE and PRINT keys together in Weighing Mode

The Calibration audit counter and Configuration audit count will alternate on the display until the PRINT key is pressed.

Physical Seal

If a jurisdiction only accepts a physical seal, the indicator must be set to use the Calibration Jumper to enter Calibration Mode (P9.9).

The back cover of the unit must be sealed by running a lead/wire seal through two sealing screws.

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9. USER MENU

The I30 User Menu gives the Scale Operator access to indicator functions and features without having to access Calibration Mode or call a Scale Technician.

Press the MENU key to cycle through the User Menu functions. When the desired menu item is displayed, press ENTER.

User Menu Keys

MENU / UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT ENTER

INSTAweigh (Animal Weighing)

Animal weighing is enabled when the indicator is purchased as a Loadbar package or defaulted using parameter 9.4. The indicator parameters have been optimized for animal weighing.

1. With the Indicator in a weighing mode you must Zero or Tare the scale before loading the animal onto the weighing platform.

2. When you are ready to weigh. Press INSTA WEIGH.

3. The indicator will count down the # of seconds the animal’s weight will be averaged. (Parameter 6.4)

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4. The averaged weight will be displayed on the screen for 5 seconds. (Parameter 6.5)

5. After once the program is complete the indicator will revert to displaying the current weight.

Shrinkage (Shnc)

1. Load the livestock on the scale. The actual weight is displayed.

2. Press the Menu key. “SHnC” is displayed. Press ENTER to confirm.

3. Select the percentage to be used for shrinkage (1 to 5%).

4. The display will show the shrinkage weight (actual weight minus the percentage) and the “Shrink ” annunciator will be illuminated.

5. To return to actual weight, set “SHnC” to “OFF”. The “Shrink ” annunciator will be turned off.

The Shrinkage function must be enabled in Calibration Mode. If Shrinkage is enabled, it will be the first item in the User Menu. If Shrinkage is disabled, it will not appear in the User Menu at all.

Clock

Time is displayed as HH:MM:SS. Press ENTER to return to Weighing Mode. To set the time:

1. Press the MENU key.

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2. Select AM or PM using the UP & DOWN ARROW keys (if necessary). Press ENTER to confirm.

3. Enter the time using the LEFT & RIGHT ARROW keys to select the appropriate digits and the UP & DOWN ARROW keys to alter those digits. Press ENTER to confirm.

Date

Date is displayed as YY:MM:DD. Press ENTER to return to Weighing Mode. To set the date:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Enter the date using the LEFT & RIGHT ARROW keys to select the appropriate digits and the UP & DOWN ARROW keys to alter those digits. Press ENTER to confirm.

3. Select the correct day of the week using the UP & DOWN ARROW keys. Press ENTER to confirm.

Time & Date must be enabled in Calibration Mode (P9.5). Parameter 9.5 also allows the selection 24 Hour or 12 Hour clock mode.

Quit

Press the ENTER key to exit the User Menu and return to Weighing Mode.

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10. TROUBLESHOOTING & ERROR MESSAGES

Unit won’t power up: Check diagnostic LED lamps on the Mother board.

INT12VDCok LED OFF: The Mother board is NOT receiving 12 VDC from the Power Supply module.

• Check Power Supply module connection to Mother board.

• Power Supply module may be damaged.

INT12VDCok LED ON: The Mother board is receiving 12 VDC from the Power Supply module.

• Check STS LED on Mother board.

STS LED BLINKING : Processor running properly.

• Display may be damaged.

STS LED OFF: Processor NOT running.

• Mother board may be damaged.

STS LED ON: Processor LOCKED UP.

• Cycle power to the unit. Mother board may be damaged.

EXT12VDCok LED OFF: The Mother board is NOT receiving 12 VDC from the external power source (battery).

• Verify battery voltage, strength, wiring, etc.

EXT12VDCok LED ON: The Mother board is receiving 12 VDC from the external power source (battery).

• Check STS LED on Mother board.

Unit won’t power up: When using C Cell batteries

No Display:

Verify battery strength.

• Check STS LED on Mother board.

Blank Display with BLINKING battery symbol:

Battery power is too low for the indicator to function properly.

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Error Messages Condition

ΕΡΡΕΡΡΕΡΡΕΡΡ ZERO / TARE Error:

• Scale in motion during ZERO or TARE.

• See Page 9.

ΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕΕ

Scale Overload Error:

• Scale weight is over capacity

• Remove weight from scale

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−

Power Up Zero Error:

• Scale weight exceeds 18% of scale capacity on power up.

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