Iq Plus 310a

®
IQ plus 310A
Digital Weight Indicator
Version 5.0
Installation
Manual
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Software Revision 5.0 — Summary of New Features
Serial Data
• Separate ticket formats allowed for the EDP port and Printer port
• Printing in upper, lower, or mixed case letters from either port
• Ticket printing from EDP port while Printer port is streaming in continuous mode
• New SYNC selection to synchronize serial streaming with the display update rate
• Toledo 8142 and 8142CK data formats are now standard
• New printer selection interfaces TM-290 and TM-295 printers in normal or inverted
page mode
• New termination selection, LF, allows interfacing to printers requiring only a line feed
and no carriage return at the end of a transmitted line
Keyboard Operation
• Lockouts to individually disable ZERO, TARE, UNITS, and PRINT keys
• Global lockout to disable entire keyboard
Remote Operation Through EDP Serial Port

• New EDP remote commands for all new features above
• New RESPOND parameter suppresses EDP response for higher speed operation
• New DEMAND mode for serial ports allows starting and stopping serial output with
remotely-entered EDP commands
• New EDP remote commands to transmit whatever is currently on the display, and to
transmit a single serial string to the EDP serial port
New Digital Filtering Settings for Faster Display Stabilization

• New threshold and sensitivity settings allow fast indicator reaction time while using
heavy filtering to eliminate vibration effects
New Serial Data Format for Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Interface

• New REMOTE setting under FORMAT parameter allows data compatibility with the
Allen-Bradley Remote I/O interface option

CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 2
1.1 OVERVIEW OF THE IQ plus 310A ......................................................................................... 2
1.2 PANEL DISPLAY ANNUNCIATORS ....................................................................................... 3
1.3 KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................................... 4
2. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................... 5
2.1 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................. 5
2.2 CHECKING THE ACCESSORY KIT ...................................................................................... 5
2.3 REMOVING THE CASE .......................................................................................................... 5
2.4 MAKING POWER CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................ 6
2.5 CONNECTING THE LOAD CELL CABLE .............................................................................. 7
2.6 CONNECTING COMMUNICATIONS CABLES ...................................................................... 7
2.7 INSTALLING LABELS ............................................................................................................. 8
2.7.1 CAPACITY STRIP ...................................................................................................... 8
2.7.2 WEIGHT UNIT LABELS ............................................................................................. 9
2.7.3 KEY LABELS .............................................................................................................. 9
2.8 REPLACING THE CASE ......................................................................................................... 10
2.9 MOUNTING THE INDICATOR ................................................................................................ 10
2.9.1 PANEL MOUNTING PROCEDURE ........................................................................... 10
2.9.2 WALL/BENCH MOUNTING PROCEDURE ................................................................ 12
2.10 POWER-UP ............................................................................................................................. 13
2.11 POWER-UP DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGES ......................................................................... 14
3. CONFIGURATION ........................................................................................................... 15
3.1 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................. 15
3.2 OPERATING WITHIN THE SYSTEM MENUS ....................................................................... 16
3.3 MENU DESCRIPTIONS .......................................................................................................... 16
3.3.1 SETUP MENU ............................................................................................................ 18
3.3.2 DIGITAL INPUT MENU .............................................................................................. 20
3.3.3 EDP MENU................................................................................................................. 21
3.3.4 PRINTER MENU ........................................................................................................ 22
3.3.5 PTICKET AND ETICKET FORMAT MENU ................................................................ 23
3.4 FUNCTIONAL TEST AND CONFIGURATION RESET .......................................................... 24
4. CALIBRATION ................................................................................................................. 25
4.1 CALIBRATING ZERO AND SPAN .......................................................................................... 25
4.2 FINE-TUNING (TWEAKING) SPAN AND RE-ZERO .............................................................. 26
4.3 INSTALLING LEGAL-FOR-TRADE SEAL .............................................................................. 26
5. NORMAL OPERATION .................................................................................................... 27
5.1 AUTO TARE MODE ................................................................................................................ 27
5.2 IN/OUT TARE MODE .............................................................................................................. 28
5.3 DISPLAY ERROR CODES ..................................................................................................... 28
6. EDP REMOTE COMMANDS AND SERIAL PORT OPERATION ......................................... 29
6.1 EDP SETUP COMMANDS ...................................................................................................... 29
6.2 EDP CALIBRATION COMMANDS .......................................................................................... 29
6.3 EDP OPERATING COMMANDS ............................................................................................ 30
6.4 SERIAL PORT OPERATION AND DATA FORMATS ............................................................ 31
6.4.1 SERIAL PORT OPERATION NOTES ........................................................................ 31
6.4.2 CONTINUOUS OUTPUT SERIAL DATA FORMATS ................................................. 31
7. APPENDIX ...................................................................................................................... 35
7.1 SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................. 35
7.2 DIGITAL FILTERING ............................................................................................................... 37
7.2.1 THEORY OF OPERATION ........................................................................................ 37
7.2.2 SETTING FILTERING CONTROLS ........................................................................... 37
7.3 A/D CALIBRATION ................................................................................................................. 38
7.3.1 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR A/D CALIBRATION .................................................. 38
7.3.2 A/D CALIBRATION PROCEDURE .............................................................................. 38
7.4 IQ plus 310A LIMITED WARRANTY ....................................................................................... 40
Copyright ©2001 Rice Lake Weighing Systems. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Version 5.0, August 2001

1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 OVERVIEW OF THE IQ plus 310A
Designed to be installer-
friendly, the IQ plus 310A
can be configured and cali-
brated entirely from the front S/N
panel without entering the

IQ plus 310 A
MADE IN USA
CAP III III L nmax = 10,000
case. When the unit is placed

into the SETUP mode by flip- lb
NET
ping the external Operate/ pT BG — kg
Setup Switch on the rear 0 Entry
panel, the five front panel Mode
keys let you navigate around
GROSS
the flowchart of the system ZERO NET
TARE UNITS PRINT
menus. A graphic "roadmap"

of the menus is found in Sec-
tion 3 of this manual.
Using the first of the two se- FIGURE 1 – IQPLUS 310A FRONT PANEL
rial ports, a full duplex Elec-
tronic Data Processing
(EDP) port, the unit can be configured, calibrated, and even operated from a remote keyboard
or terminal. Coded keyboard commands for these purposes are listed in Section 6 of the
manual. The other serial communications port is a simplex, output-only Printer port. The EDP
port is RS232; the Printer port has RS232 and 20-mA outputs.
Both serial ports can be set to operate in continuous mode (STREAM OR DEMAND), or
TICKET mode. In the STREAM or DEMAND modes, both ports can continuously transmit at
rates up to 19,200 baud in any of several popular indicator formats shown in Section 6.4. In the
TICKET mode, the ports can transmit a special single-ticket data string to a ticket or roll-tape
printer that will customize the appearance of weight tickets .
Two digital inputs are available to allow remote operation of any of the five front panel keys, or
keyboard lockout and special display functions. These digital inputs are suitable for use with
dry contact switch closures or TTL logic level input.
With a choice of custom recessed panel-mounting or wall/bench mounting using a rugged tilting
stand, the IQplus 310A installs quickly and solidly. Armed with a unique combination of digital
filtering with programmable threshold and sensitivity, the IQplus 310A operates dependably in
both high vibration areas and electrically “noisy” environments.
The indicator can drive up to six 350Ω load cells. With selectable Auto Tare or In/Out Tare
functions, the installer has the flexibility to tailor the weighing operation to varying customer
needs.
A "leave-behind" Operator's Instruction Card is inserted into the manual with a choice of either
Auto Tare or In/Out Tare instructions.
When the installation is complete and certified, a legal seal locks the unit in OPERATE mode
to prevent tampering and ensure continued accuracy.

1.2 PANEL DISPLAY ANNUNCIATORS
NET lb
pT BG — kg
0 Entry
Mode
T A tare weight has been acquired and stored by the system.
pT A preset tare weight has been keyed in and entered via the EDP serial port.
Solid rhombus: tare weight acquired by front panel key or via digital input.
Blinking rhombus: Tare acquired or keyed in by EDP serial command.
Indicates scale is in standstill, or not in motion.
NET Indicates NET weight mode.
B or G Indicates Gross (Brutto) weight mode (selectable).
Minus sign for a 7-digit number. With lesser numbers, the minus sign is
formed by the middle bar of the digit to the left of the number.
0
➔
➔ Indicates GROSS or NET weight is within ±.25dd of 0.
lb Pound weight unit.
kg Kilogram weight unit.
Entry Indicates that the rear panel switch is in the SETUP position.
Mode

1.3 KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS
The IQplus 310A’s five front panel keys have different functions for each of the two main
modes of operation (Operate and Setup). Operate and Setup modes are accessed by the
switch on the rear panel. Key functions for each mode become active when the switch is
set to that mode. See "OPERATE MODE" and "SETUP MODE" below.
OPERATE MODE
ZERO GROSS TARE UNITS PRINT

NET
Sets scale to dis- Toggles between Performs "Auto Toggles between "lb" Sends "Print" data
play "0" when in Gross and Net Tare" or "Tare and "kg" units if either to printer when
Gross mode, and weight display. In/Out" func- LB or KG units is se- scale is not in
within zero band tions as selected in the Setup motion, and when
range. lected in Setup Menu. 0<Gross<full
Menu. scale.
SETUP MODE
ENTER

NET
Move UP Move DOWN ENTER Selection Move LEFT Move RIGHT
in menu in menu in menu in menu
In addition, the Setup mode has a Test mode wherein the five keys have unique functions.
The Test mode can only be entered when the unit is in Setup mode. See Section 3.4.
SETUP TEST MODE

NET
Displays a char- Indicates the Displays "SERI-X", Displays soft- Exits TEST menu.
acter sequence; active Digital where X = a capital ware revision.
the EDP port Input. letter from A to X re-
continuously ceived by the EDP
transmits "U". port.

2 INSTALLATION
2.1 OVERVIEW
This section provides detailed installation procedures for the IQplus 310A hardware. The
process is logical and straightforward when the steps are followed in the order given.
2.2 CHECKING THE ACCESSORY KIT

When the IQplus 310A is unpacked, an accessory kit will be found in the packing box. The
kit contains the following items:
ITEM QTY ITEM QTY

Capacity Strip Label (blank) 1 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2" 2
Weight Unit Label Set 1 Setup Switch Cover Plate (w/gasket) 1
Cable Tie 2 Hole Plug 1
Drilled Standoff 2 AC Cable 1
Berg Style Jumper 1
2.3 REMOVING THE CASE

The unit must be removed from its case to make electrical connections and to install front panel
labels. The case is secured with four cap nuts for shipping (the NEMA 4 model has 14 cap nuts).
See Figure 2. Remove and save the cap nuts, then slide the unit out of the case. Use care so
that the gaskets are not damaged while removing the case.
With the case removed, the cable routing paths and terminal blocks for the load cell cable and
the serial communications cables can be easily located. See Figure 3.
AC Power
Load Cell Communications Connector
Cable Fitting Cable Fitting IEC Receptacle
Setup/Operate Switch 8-32 Cap Nuts (4 on standard

model, 14 on NEMA 4 model.)
FIGURE 2 – REAR VIEW OF IQPLUS 310A

Communications Cable Load Cell Cable
Power
Power Receptacle Supply
Board
Cable Tie
Load Cell
Communications Terminal
Cable Terminal Block (J3)
Block (J4)
Main Circuit Board
FIGURE 3 – TOP VIEW WITH CASE REMOVED
2.4 MAKING POWER CONNECTIONS

The IQplus 310A is an AC-powered unit. Note that there is no on/off power switch; the unit
powers up when it is connected to the power source.
The power connector should only be mated with a three-contact connector where the third
contact provides ground connection. Failure to provide a continuous ground connection to
the unit may render it unsafe. To avoid damage to the unit from incorrect voltage, check
the voltage rating on the rear panel (TO J1 ON MAIN BOARD)
label and the jumper settings J1
C1
(Figure 5) to be certain the settings J4
match the local voltage. If no F1 F2
C11 C8
changes are necessary, turn to

Section 2.5. If the voltage settings
TRANSFORMER
require a change, see below.
The IQplus 310A can be powered by
115 or 230 VAC. The positions of JP1 JP2 J2 JP3
jumpers JP1, JP2 and JP3 on the

power supply board determine the
voltage setting.
FIGURE 4 – POWER SUPPLY BOARD
If changes are necessary:
1. Position the jumpers on the power supply board
as in Figure 5 to match the local line voltage.
JP1 JP2 J2 JP3
2. If necessary, change the dual fuses located on the
power supply board. Replacement fuses are speci- 115 VAC
fied in Section 7.1, and are also listed on the label
mounted on the main circuit board.
230 VAC
3. Change the line voltage and current rating on the
rear panel label to reflect the new settings.
FIGURE 5 – AC VOLTAGE JUMPERS

2.5 CONNECTING LOAD CELL CABLE
The load cell cable connects to a plug-in terminal block (J3) on the main circuit board. When
shipped, the IQplus 310A is configured for 4-wire load cell connections (JP1 and JP2 on main
board are jumpered). If sense leads are to be used in a 6-wire connection, remove these two
jumpers. The load cell cable should be retained at its original length for correct temperature
compensation. Make connections at terminal J3 according to Figure 6. Tighten the cable fitting.
J3 Load Cell
1 + Signal
2 – Signal
3 + Sense
4 – Sense
5 Shield (Ground)
6 + Excitation
7 – Excitation
FIGURE 6 – LOAD CELL CONNECTIONS
2.6 CONNECTING COMMUNICATION CABLE

The serial communications cable connects to a plug-in terminal block at J4 on the main
circuit board according to Figure 7. Use only one shielded cable for all signal connections,
including the digital inputs if used. Remove the factory installed hole plug from the fitting
and install the communications cable as follows:
(1) Loosen the cable fitting and insert the communications cable far enough to reach J4.
Prepare the cable wires and shield as required. Connect them to J4 on the main
circuit board. See Figure 8 for location of J4.
(2) Install a cable tie as shown in Figure 3 and tighten the cable fitting.
J4 EDP Port Printer Port Printer Port

Pin RS232 RS232 20-mA CL
1 TxD (Transmit Data) – – – – – – – – – – ––
2 Signal GND Signal GND 20 mA GND
3 RxD (Receive Data) – – – – – – – – – – – –
4 – – – – – – – – – – – – 20 mA (+)
5 – – – – – – TxD (Transmit Data) – – – – – –
6 – – – Digital Input #2 – Functions as programmed – – –
7 – – – Digital Input #1 – Functions as programmed – – –
FIGURE 7 – COMMUNICATIONS CONNECTIONS

Shield
J3 +
JP1
7 J4
JP2
6
7
5
J3 CAUTION J4 6
4 RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE FUSES AS MARKED.
INPUT
7 EXC- ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD. NEUTRAL CONDUCTOR -1 7 5
3 6 EXC+ PROVIDED WITH OVERCURRENT PROTECTION. -2 6
TEST COMPONENTS BEFORE TOUCHING 4
2 5 SHLD
F1, F2
RS232 5
4 SEN- UL / CSA IEC 127 20mA 4 3
PRINTER
1 3 SEN+ 5 X 20mm 250V 5 X 20mm 250V RX 3
EDP
2 SIG- GND 2 2
120V 0.250A SB 230V T 125mA
1 SIG+ TX 1 1
11-3456-2 Rev 0
J2
Microprocessor
U1
FIGURE 8 – MAIN CIRCUIT BOARD
2.7 INSTALLING LABELS

The accessory kit includes a blank capacity strip, an assortment of alternate weight unit
labels, and three key labels.
2.7.1 CAPACITY STRIP
The capacity strip is a piece of flexible plastic on which the capacity and serial number of
the scale are recorded. This information should be typed or written in indelible ink.
The capacity strip is loaded into a channel along the top of the front panel between the front
panel bezel and the flexible switch panel. See Figure 9 on the following page. The open-
ing of this channel is located behind the right-hand edge of the front panel bezel. When
properly installed, the capacity strip can be read from the front of the indicator.
To install the capacity strip, refer to Figure 9 and follow these steps:
(1) Stand the IQplus 310A on its left side with the rear of the unit facing you.
(2) Note that the ends of the capacity strip are different. The back end is bent, forming a
tab to hold when removing the strip. The front end has trimmed corners to make
loading easier. Hold the capacity strip just behind the front end, (removal tab up) and
the printed side facing the front of the indicator.
(3) Feed the front end of the capacity strip over the display board and into the loading
slot. Note the feed angle of the capacity strip.
! Caution Do not force the capacity strip into the channel. This may crease the strip.
(4) To start feeding the strip into the channel, wiggle the capacity strip left and right
slightly while gently pushing it into the channel (see Figure 9).
(5) Gently feed the rest of the capacity strip into the channel until it stops. The removal
tab should extend out of the front panel approximately 5/8 inch when the capacity
strip is fully loaded.
(6) Crease the removal tab back so it does not interfere with the gasket seal.

Wiggle Capacity Strip left Capacity
and right slightly while Flexible
Strip Switch
pushing it into loading slot.
Panel
Capacity
Strip
Loading
Slot
Loading
Slot
Top
Rear of Front Panel Edge View
FIGURE 9 – INSTALLING CAPACITY STRIP
2.7.2 WEIGHT UNIT LABELS

The supplied weight unit labels can be applied over the existing "lb" and "kg" unit labels
which are printed on the front panel. For custom units, a transparent label is provided.
Print the custom label on adhesive label stock. Laminate the transparent label to the stock
and trim it to size.
2.7.3 KEY LABELS

The "TEST" key label should be applied over the "UNITS" key when the international key-
board layout is selected. The black label should be applied to the "TARE" or "UNITS" key if
either is locked out. The transparent label can be used for custom functions or can be
laminated to a piece of black label stock to make another "blackout" key.

2.8 REPLACING THE CASE
Before installing the case, check the following:
• All cables dressed and securely connected.
• Jumpers JP1 and JP2 installed or removed correctly for your application.
• Chassis cleaned of cut-off wires and insulation.
• Capacity strip properly installed and tabs folded away from gaskets.
Install the case as follows:
(1) Slide the case onto the unit,
being careful that the ca-
pacity label does not inter- 1 8 5 13 3
fere with the gasket seal.

Rear Panel
(2) Install one drilled standoff at 12 10
Case Cap Nuts: numbers indicate tightening order
position 6 in Figure 10 and
hex and/or cap nuts at all
other positions. The stan-
Standoff 7 14
dard model has 4 threaded
studs; the NEMA 4 model 6 11 2 9 4
has 14.
(3) For the standard model,
tighten cap nuts and stand- FIGURE 10 – CASE INSTALLATION
off slightly to compress the gaskets.
(4) For the NEMA 4 model, use the tightening sequence shown in Figure 10. Using #8-32
small pattern hex nuts on locations 1-5 and 7-14 and the drilled standoff at 6, tighten the
hex nuts and standoff by small increments so the gasket compresses evenly. To assure
a watertight seal, tighten the hex nuts and standoff to a final torque value of 4 lb-in. After
completion of the final torque sequence, install the cap nuts on locations 1-5 and 7-14 to
a torque of 4 lb-in.
2.9 MOUNTING THE INDICATOR

The IQplus 310A may be flush-mounted in a panel or wall using the Panel Mounting Accessory
Kit (#19351), or mounted on a bench or wall using the Wall/Bench Mounting Accessory Kit
(#19350). This section describes both methods of mounting, beginning with the panel mounting
procedure.
2.9.1 PANEL MOUNTING PROCEDURE

To mount the IQplus 310A into a panel, choose the location then proceed as follows:
(1) Make a 7 3/8" W x 4 1/2" H cutout in the panel.
(2) Remove the AC cable from the unit.
(3) Remove the case of the indicator. Refer to Section 2.3.
(4) Feed the load cell and communications cables through the panel cutout and then
through the rear of the case.
(5) Connect the cables to the indicator according to Sections 2.5 and 2.6.
(6) Reassemble the indicator in the case. Refer to Section 2.8.
(7) Insert the indicator into the panel from the front and temporarily hold it in place.
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(8) From the rear of the panel, attach the two panel mount brackets to the sides of the
indicator as shown in Figure 11.
Indicator Case
Panel Mount Bracket
Sems Screw (1/4-20 X 3/8)
FIGURE 11 – PANEL-MOUNT BRACKET INSTALLATION
(9) Mount each bracket to the case using a 1/4-20 X 3/8" pan-head sems screw with attached
washer.
(10) Thread the four 10-32 X 1 3/4" round-head machine screws into the panel mount
brackets. Tighten until the indicator is secure against the panel as shown in Figure 12.
FIGURE 12 – TIGHTENING CASE TO PANEL, TOP VIEW
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2.9.2 WALL/BENCH MOUNTING PROCEDURE
(1) Mount the wall/bench mount bracket using appropriate hardware for the installation
surface. Refer to Figure 13 for dimensions of the bracket and mounting holes.
0.70 6.00
4.83
3.00
0.265 DIA
0.92
FIGURE 13 – WALL/BENCH MOUNT BRACKET DIMENSIONS
(2) Peel off the protective paper from the adhesive surface of the two round neoprene
gaskets and press the sticky surface of the gaskets to the inside surfaces of the tilt
stand, centered on the holes needed for the installation (see Figure 14). Bench
installations can use either the upper or lower set of holes; wall installations require
the upper set of holes to provide clearance distance from the wall for wiring access.
(2) Spread the tilt stand slightly to provide room to slide the indicator between the gaskets.
(4) While holding the tilt stand spread slightly, place the indicator into the stand.
(5) Place the sealing washers on the clamp knobs, with the metal side toward the knob.
(6) Insert the clamp knobs through the the holes in the tilt stand. Screw them loosely into
the indicator body.
(7) Position the indicator for the desired tilt and tighten the clamp knobs securely.
Use upper holes if

mounting on wall
Tilt Stand
Clamp Knob
Threaded Clamp Knob
Insert
Tilt Stand
Round
Neoprene
Gasket
Sealing Washer
TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW
FIGURE 14 – WALL/BENCH TILT STAND INSTALLATION
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2.10 POWER-UP
There is no power on/off switch for the IQplus 310A. Power is applied immediately when
the line cord is connected to the supply. The normal operation of the IQplus 310A upon
power-up in the default GO mode of the PWR UP parameter is to show a display check of
all front panel LED figures for five seconds, then automatically shift to the GROSS weight
mode.
NET lb
pT BG — kg
0 Entry
Mode
FIGURE 15 – FRONT PANEL DISPLAY CHECK DURING POWER-UP
If the PWR UP parameter is set to DELAY, the five-second display check is followed by a
60-second display of the word DELAY and a simulated clock with a moving minute hand. If
no motion is detected within the 60 seconds, the display will shift to the selected mode. If
motion is detected, the clock and the 60-second period begin again. If the simulated clock
does not move, or if the display check does not clear in the GO mode within at least 10
seconds, it may indicate that no signal is present. Short +SIG and -SIG together to see if
this clears the display. If the display clears, check signal leads to the indicator for breaks or
loose connections. The Gross weight may be displayed by pressing the Gross/Net key.
In the unlikely event that process parameter data stored in memory becomes corrupted,
one of the error messages listed in Section 2.11 on the following page is displayed during
power up. This error code indicates that the corresponding parameter value is outside
normal limits and should be corrected.
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2.11 POWER-UP DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGES
ERROR CODE PARAMETER CORRUPTED REMEDY
ERR P1 Decimal Point Any of these codes

ERR P2 Display Divisions displayed upon power-
ERR P3 Units up indicates that a
ERR P4 Digital Filter Stage 1 parameter value has
ERR P5 Digital Filter Stage 2 been corrupted and is
ERR P6 Digital Filter Stage 3 outside normal limits.
ERR P7 Digital Filter Threshold The value for that
ERR P8 Digital Filter Sensitivity parameter should be
ERR P9 Motion Band corrected using the
ERR P10 Zero Range EDP port and the
ERR P11 Zero Track appropriate EDP Set-
ERR P12 Overload Limit Up Commands (See
ERR P13 Power Up Mode Section 6.1). After
ERR P14 Tare Restriction correcting the param-
ERR P15 Tare Function eter value with the
ERR P16 Decimal Point Format EDP port, send the
ERR P17 Gross/Brutto "RS" command
ERR P18 Update Rate through the EDP port
ERR P19 Keyboard Zero Lockout to reset the system.
ERR P20 Keyboard Tare Lockout
ERR P21 Keyboard Units Lockout
ERR P22 Keyboard Print Lockout If the condition per-
ERR P23 Keyboard Lockout sists, see Section 3.4
ERR P24 Digital Input 1 Type for information on
ERR P25 Digital Input 2 Type resetting all param-
ERR P26 EDP Mode eters back to initial
ERR P27 EDP Baud Rate settings via the Dis-
ERR P28 EDP Parity play Test Menu.
ERR P29 EDP EOL Sequence
ERR P30 EDP EOL Delay
ERR P31 EDP Serial Output Format
ERR P32 EDP Alpha Case
ERR P33 EDP Printer Type
ERR P34 EDP Acknowlegement Disable
ERR P35 Printer Mode
ERR P36 Printer Baud Rate
ERR P37 Printer Parity
ERR P38 Printer EOL Sequence
ERR P39 Printer EOL Delay
ERR P40 Printer Serial Input Format
ERR P41 Printer Alpha Case
ERR P42 Printer Printer Type
ERR P43 Printer Field #1 Type
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3 CONFIGURATION
3.1 OVERVIEW
The parameters which can be configured in the SETUP menu are described in detail in Section
3.3. They are shown in graphic form in Figure 17 as they actually appear on the display. This
unit may be configured in the usual manner through the front panel keys, or via the EDP port
with coded commands shown in Section 3.3 . With a few exceptions, parameters may only be
changed when the unit is in the SETUP mode. The
SETUP mode is accessed by the Operate/Setup
Switch on the rear of the unit (Figure 16).
Operate Position
Once the unit is in the SETUP mode, all process
parameters can be configured with the front panel
keys. The five front panel keys have different func-
tions in the SETUP mode (shown in Section 3.2
below) to allow navigating around within the vari-
ous menus.
The first four parameters in the table on page 16, Setup Position
GRADS, DEC PNT, DSP DIV, and UNITS define FIGURE 16 – OPERATE/SETUP SWITCH
the scale capacity. For example, if GRADS =
10000, DSP DIV = 5, DEC PNT = 88888.88, and UNIT = lb, then the capacity is 500.00 lb in
.05 lb increments.
3.2 OPERATING WITHIN THE SYSTEM MENUS

The system menu structure is shown in Figure 17. Note that there are three menu levels : Menu
Heading level, Parameter Name level and Parameter Selection level. The left and right arrow
keys move you horizontally across the diagram and change the Menu Heading, Parameter
Name or Parameter Selection. Likewise, the up and down keys move you vertically within the
diagram from one level to another.
ENTER

NET
Move UP Move DOWN ENTER Selection Move LEFT Move RIGHT
in menu in menu in menu in menu
Use the four arrow keys to move through the menus and select the desired parameter and
value. Press the TARE (Enter) key to enter the value. Pressing TARE also advances the
display to the next parameter to be set. Pressing the UP or DOWN key also selects or enters
the parameter.
For parameters requiring a numerical entry (indicated by “XX.......”), use the left/right arrow keys
to select the digit to change (the selected digit will blink). Once selected and blinking, use the
up/down keys to increase or decrease the value of the digit. When the desired value is
displayed, press TARE to store the entry. To leave an “XX...” value unchanged, press TARE
before using the up or down keys.
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SETUP DIG IN EDP PRINTER
ENTER

NET
KEY FUNCTIONS IN SETUP MODE
NOTE: Choices in bold type

are the factory default settings.
MODE BAUD BITS
TICKET DEMAND STREAM 7 ODD 7 EVEN 8 NONE
1200 19200 9600 4800 2400
MODE BAUD BITS TERMIN
DEMAND TICKET STREAM 8 NONE 7 ODD 7 EVEN

9600 4800 2400 1200 19200 CR/LF CR LF
DIGIN 1 DIGIN 2
ZERO G/N TARE UNITS PRINT TEST HLD CLR
ZERO G/N TARE UNITS PRINT TEST LK KEYS

GRADS DEC PNT DSP DIV UNITS DFILT 1 - DFILT 3
XXXXX 8888888 125 OFF 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 256

Default: 8888880
10,000 8888800 LB KG TON T GRAM GRAIN OZ NONE
8.888888
Max: 88.88888
60,000 888.8888
8888.888 TARE RS TARE FN G/B DECFRMT
88888.88
888888.8 REGULT INDUST GROSS BRUTTO
AUTO IN/OUT 888.8888 888,8888

16 FIGURE 17 – SYSTEM MENU STRUCTURE CHART

PTICKET ETICKET CALIBRT
ZERO SPAN TW SPAN RE-ZERO
0010000 UP DOWN <ENTER>

100 (min.) to 60,000 (max.)
<ENTER><ENTER> <ENTER>
FIELD 1 FIELD 2 FIELD 3 FIELD 4
GROSS NET TARE BLANK NET TARE BLANK GROSS
TARE BLANK GROSS NET BLANK GROSS NET TARE

TLE 01 TLE 01 TLE 01 TLE 01
LSP 00 LSP 00 LSP 00 LSP 00
FIELD 1 FIELD 2 FIELD 3 FIELD 4

GROSS NET TARE BLANK NET TARE BLANK GROSS
TARE BLANK GROSS NET BLANK GROSS NET TARE
TLE 01 TLE 01 TLE 01 TLE 01
LSP 00 LSP 00 LSP 00 LSP 00
TERMIN EOL DLY FORMAT CASE PRINTER
CR/LF CR LF SYNC 0MS ..... 2.25 SEC MIXED LOWER UPPER
CC WI120 CAR738 AN5316 T8142 T8142CK REMOTE GENERIC TM290 TM290RV
EOL DLY FORMAT CASE PRINTER RESPOND
0MS ..... 2.25 SEC SYNC MIXED LOWER UPPER ENABLE DISABLE STATUS
CC WI120 CAR738 AN5316 T8142 T8142CK REMOTE GENERIC TM290 TM290RV
DF THRH DF SENS MOT BAND ZRANGE ZEROTRK OVRLOAD PWR UP
2 OUT ... 8 OUT ... 128 2% 100% FS+2% FS FS+1d FS+9d
NONE 2DD ..... 250DD 1d 2d 3d OFF OFF 0.5d 1d 2d 3d GO DELAY
UPDATE ZERO KY TARE KY UNIT KY PRNT KY KEYBRD
250 ms ... 4 sec ENABLE DISABLE ENABLE DISABLE
ENABLE DISABLE ENABLE DISABLE ENABLE DISABLE

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3.3 MENU DESCRIPTIONS
3.3.1 SETUP MENU
NOTE: Factory default settings are shown in bold type with a √. The two-letter code in
parentheses beneath each parameter name is the EDP command for that parameter.
NAME/CODE DESCRIPTION CODE/VALUE

GRADS Specifies number of full scale graduations. Value should be consis- 0 to 60,000
(GR) tent with legal requirements and environmental limits on the useful Default = 10,000 √
system resolution.
DEC PNT Determines location of decimal point or dummy zeros. Code 6 has 0 = 8.888888
(DP) no decimal point. Codes 7 and 8 have no decimal point and one 1 = 88.88888
and two dummy zeros respectively. Value should be consistent with 2 = 888.8888
legal requirements. This number may be modified automatically by 3 = 8888.888
4 = 88888.88
the indicator when the UNITS key (or equivalent EDP command) is 5 = 888888.8
used to display alternate units. 6 = 8888888 √
7 = 8888880
8 = 8888800
DSP DIV Specifies display division size—the number that GRADS are multi- 0=1√
(DD) plied by to give the displayed weight. This number is equal to the full 1=2
scale capacity divided by the number of full scale graduations. This 2=5
number may be modified automatically by the indicator when the
UNITS key (or equivalent EDP command) is used to display alternate
units.
UNITS Specifies the units for displayed and printed weight. 0=LB √ 4=GRAM
(UN) 1=KG 5=GRAIN
2=TON 6=OZ
3=T* 7=NONE
*(metric)
DFILT1 Sets each of the three digital filter stages to a value representing the 0 = OFF √
(F1) number of A/D readings over which an average is calculated. Set- 1=2
DFILT2 ting DFILT1 automatically sets DFILT2 and DFILT3 to the same 2=4
(F2) value unless DFILT2 and DFILT3 are then changed independently to 3=8
achieve intermediate values. The lowest value (OFF-OFF-OFF) 4 = 16
DFILT3 provides the quickest response. The higher the number, the heavier 5 = 32
(F3) the digital filtering and slower the response time. 6 = 64
Filtering values may be modified via EDP commands in either 7 = 128
SETUP or OPERATING modes. 8 = 256
See Section 7.2 for more complete information on setting digital

filtering.
F1 F2 F3
OFF OFF OFF No Filtering
2 2 2
4 4 4
8 8 8
16 16 16
32 32 32
64 64 64
128 128 128
256 256 256 Heaviest Filtering
0 = NONE √
1 = 2 DD
DF THRH Filter cutout threshold. Selects the threshold, in display divisions, 2 = 5 DD
(FL) beyond which the digital filtering will cut out. If a specified number 3 = 10 DD
(see DF SENS) of consecutive readings are outside the specified 4 = 20 DD
threshold around the currently displayed value, the indicator will jump 5 = 50 DD
immediately to the most recent value, ignoring filtering. 6 = 100 DD
“NONE” disables threshold checking. 7 = 200 DD
8 = 250 DD
Continued
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3.3.1 SETUP MENU (CONTINUED)
DF SENS Filter cutout sensitivity. Selects the number of consecutive readings 0 = 2 OUT
1 = 4 OUT
(FS) that must fall outside the threshold (see DF THRH) before digital 2 = 8 OUT √
filtering is ignored and the indicator jumps directly to the new value. 3 = 16 OUT
4 = 32 OUT
5 = 64 OUT
6 =128 OUT
MOT BAND Selects the motion band, the level at which motion is detected by 0 = OFF
(MB) comparing the present weight reading with the previous one. If 1 = 1dd √
motion is not detected for one second or more, the standstill annun- 2 = 2dd
ciator lights. When "OFF," is selected, conditions for Standstill are 3 = 3dd
always met, but the annunciator does not light. Maximum value
varies depending on local regulations.
ZRANGE Zero Range: Selects the range within which the scale may be zeroed. 0 = 2% √
(ZR) The 2% selection is ±2% around the calibrated zero point, for a total 1 = 100%
range of 4%. Indicator must be in standstill to ZERO the scale. Use
2% for legal-for-trade scales.
ZEROTRK Zero Track Band: Automatically zeroes range of selected value, as 0 = OFF √ 3 = 2dd
(ZT) long as the input is within ZRANGE, and scale is in standstill. Selec- 1 = .5dd 4 = 3dd
tions are ±dd. Maximum value varies with local regulations. 2 = 1dd
OVRLOAD Overload: Determines the point at which the display blanks and an error 0 = Full Scale
(OV) message is displayed, indicating an out-of-range condition. For Legal- 1 = FS + 1dd
For-Trade scales, the setting is determined by local regulations. 2 = FS + 9dd
3 = FS + 2% √
PWR UP Power Up Mode: In the GO mode, the scale goes into operation 0 = GO √
(PU) immediately after the power up test sequence. In the DELAY mode, the 1 = DELAY
word "DELAY" and a simulated clock appear for 60 seconds. If motion
is detected during the delay period, the sequence restarts. On power up,
the display is always in GROSS mode. The delay is required by HB-44
if the scale is not capable of achieving legal accuracy within warm-up.
TARE RS Tare Restriction: "Regulated" requires that the scale be in standstill and 0 = INDUST
(TR) the gross weight be in the range between 1 grad and full scale to acquire 1 = REGULT √
tare. "Industrial" allows any displayable gross weight to be acquired as
a tare. There is no restriction for entering a tare value by EDP command.
TARE FN Tare Function: An entered tare remains in memory in the system for 0 = AUTO √
(TF) subsequent weighings. "Auto" mode allows additional weight to be 1 = IN/OUT
"tared off" by pressing the TARE key again in either G or N mode.
Removing a tare value in "Auto" mode requires pressing the TARE key
when the scale reads "0" in Gross Weight. With "In/Out" mode, the tare
value is removed by pressing the TARE key a second time with the scale
in either G or N.
G/B Selects "G" (Gross) or "B" (Brutto) as the annunciator for the 0 = GROSS √
(GB) Gross Weight. This affects both the displayed and printed weights. 1 = BRUTTO
DECFRMT Decimal point format. Allows specification of a comma instead of the 0 = 8888.888 √
(DF) default period to be used as a decimal point. 1 = 8888,888
Continued
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3.3.1 SETUP MENU (CONTINUED)
UPDATE Display Update Rate: Selects the time between display updates. 0 = 250ms √ 5 = 2 sec
(UR) The motion detector can be made more sensitive to small 1 = 500ms 6 = 2.5sec
changes by increasing the update time, according to the 2 = 750ms 7 = 3 sec
3 = 1 sec 8 = 4 sec
operator's preference. 4 = 1.5 sec
ZERO KY ENABLE or DISABLE the Zero key. The LZ1 or LZ0 EDP com- 0 = ENABLE √
(LZ) mands will be accepted at any time. However, different locks are 1 = DISABLE
set or reset depending on whether the indicator is in SETUP or
OPERATE mode. If either lock is on, the key is disabled.
TARE KY ENABLE or DISABLE the Tare key. The LT1 or LT0 EDP com- 0 = ENABLE √
(LT) mands will be accepted at any time. However, different locks are 1 = DISABLE
UNIT KY ENABLE or DISABLE the Units key. The LU1 or LU0 EDP com- 0 = ENABLE √
(LU) mands will be accepted at any time. However, different locks are 1 = DISABLE
PRNT KY ENABLE or DISABLE the Print key. The LP1 or LP0 EDP com- 0 = ENABLE √
(LP) mands will be accepted at any time. However, different locks are 1 = DISABLE
KEYBRD ENABLE or DISABLE all front panel keys. The LK1 or LK0 EDP 0 = ENABLE √
(LK) commands will be accepted at any time. However, different locks 1 = DISABLE
are set or reset depending on whether the indicator is in SETUP
or OPERATE mode. If either lock is on, the front panel keys are
disabled (while in OPERATE mode).
3.3.2 DIGITAL INPUT MENU

Up to two external switches can be wired into the digital input connections on the J4 termi-
nal of the main board (See Figure 8). Each switch can be programmed to duplicate the
normal functions of any front panel key. For instance, a switch could remotely "press" the
PRINT key through a digital input channel. The switches could also be programmed to
perform Lock Keyboard or Hold/Clear functions. The KEY LK (Keyboard Lockout) selection
locks out the key functions in the normal operation mode. These are the Zero, Gross/Net,
etc., key functions. It does not lock the keys in the Setup Mode. The HLD CLR (Hold/
Clear) selection for Input 2 holds the display and clears the running average filter. The
Print function and EDP commands XG, XN and XT process the Hold values. The continu-
ous serial output continues, sending the weight and status information captured when the
Hold/Clear function was initiated.
NAME/CODE DESCRIPTION CODE/SELECTION
DIGIN 1 Duplicates function of ZERO key 0 = ZERO√

(IA) Duplicates function of GROSS/NET key 1 = GROSS/NET
Duplicates function of TARE key 2 = TARE
Duplicates function of UNITS key 3 = UNITS
DIGIN 2 Duplicates function of PRINT key 4 = PRINT
(IB) Duplicates function of TEST key 5 = TEST
Locks out keyboard (IA only) 6 = LOCK KEYBD (IA)
Holds display and clears running average filter (IB only) 6 = HOLD/CLEAR (IB)
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3.3.3 EDP (ELECTRONIC DATA PROCESSING PORT) MENU
MODE Selects the transmission mode of the EDP port. In DEMAND the 0 = STREAM
(EM) port is quiet on power-up, but continuous data can be started and 1 = DEMAND √
stopped with the SX and EX commands. In TICKET, the port 2 = TICKET
transmits data as formatted in the ETICKET Menu. In STREAM,
the port transmits the selected data format continuously, starting
automatically on power-up.
BAUD Selects the transmission speed. 0 = 9600 √ 3 = 1200

(EB) 1 = 4800 4 = 19200
2 = 2400
BITS Selects the number of data bits and parity of transmitted data. 0 = 8 NONE √
(EP) 1 = 7 ODD
2 = 7 EVEN
TERMIN End of Line termination characters: carriage return only, line 0 = <CR> <LF> √
(EE) feed only, or both carriage return and line feed options. 1 = <CR>
The specified characters will be appended to each streamed 2 = <LF>
serial output line for CC, WI120, AN5316, and REMOTE formats
(not CAR738, T8142, or T8142CK formats). These characters
will also be sent for each trailing line end specified for the lines
of a ticket if the printer type selected is GENERIC (not TM290 or
TM290RV).
EOL DLY End of Line delay. The delay period in milliseconds from when a 0=0ms √ 7=1750 ms
(ED) line is terminated to the beginning of the next formatted printer 1=250 ms 8=2000 ms
output. Both the PRINT button and the EDP Print command 2=500 ms 9=2250 ms
(PR) are disabled during this delay period. This sets the EDP 3=750 ms A=SYNC
port update rate. 4=1000 ms
“SYNC” synchronizes streamed serial output to the display 5=1250 ms
update. If the port is in ticket mode, the end of line delay for 6=1500 ms
each line will be equal to the display update interval. (The
display is not changed while a ticket is being printed)
0 = CC √
FORMAT Serial string format of continuous EDP port transmission. See 1 = WI120
(EF) Section 6.4 for exact data formats available. 2 = CAR 738
3 = AN 5316
4 = T8142
5 = T8142CK
6 = REMOTE
CASE Allows alphabetic output to the EDP port to be forced to either all 0 = MIXED √
(EA) upper case or all lower case. 1 = LOWER
2 = UPPER
PRINTER Indicates the type of ticket printer (if any) connected to the EDP 0 = GENERIC √
(EK) port. The setting of this parameter only has meaning if the EDP 1 = TM290
port is in TICKET mode. 2 = TM290RV
TM290 and TM290RV are used to select the TM290II ticket
printer operating in normal or reverse mode.
RESPOND Allows disabling of the EDP port acknowlegment (“Ok” or “??”) 0 = ENABLE √
(ER) transmissions (see also the “NK” operating command in Section 1 = DISABLE
6.3). 2 = STATUS
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3.3.4 PRINTER MENU DESCRIPTIONS
MODE Selects the transmission mode of the printer port. In TICKET 0 = STREAM
(PM) mode, the port transmits data as formatted in the PTICKET 1 = TICKET √
Menu. In STREAM, the port transmits the selected data format 2 = DEMAND
continuously, starting automatically on power-up. In DEMAND
mode, no output is done to the printer port. Serial output can be
started and stopped using the EDP commands PX and PQ.
BAUD Selects the transmission speed. 0 = 9600 3 = 1200 √

(PB) 1 = 4800 4 = 19200
2 = 2400
BITS Selects the data bits and parity of transmitted data. 0 = 8 NONE
(PP) 1 = 7 ODD √
2 = 7 EVEN
TERMIN End of Line termination characters: carriage return only, line 0 = <CR> <LF> √
(PE) feed only, or both carriage return and line feed options. 1 = <CR> 2 = <LF>
The specified characters will be appended to each streamed
serial output for CC, WI120, AN5316, and REMOTE formats,
but not for CAR738, T8142, or T8142CK formats. These
characters will also be sent for each trailing line end specified
for the lines of a ticket for the GENERIC printer.
EOL DLY End of Line delay: the delay period in milliseconds from when a line A=SYNC √ 4=1000ms
(PD) is terminated to the beginning of the next formatted printer output. 0=0 ms 5=1250 ms
Both the PRINT button and the EDP Print command (PR) are 1=250ms 6=1500 ms
disabled during this delay period. 2=500ms 7=1750 ms
This delay sets the printer port update rate. SYNC synchronizes 3=750ms 8=2000 ms
streamed serial output to the display rate. If the port is in ticket 9=2250 ms
mode, the end of line delay for each line will be equal to the display
update interval (the display is not changed while a ticket is being
printed.
0 = CC √
FORMAT Serial string format of continuous printer port transmission. See 1 = WI120
(PF) section 6.4 for exact data format. 2 = CAR738
3 = AN5316
4 = T8142
5 = T8142CK
6 = REMOTE
CASE Allows alphabetic output to the printer port to be forced to either 0 = MIXED √
(PA) all upper case or all lower case. 1 = LOWER
2 = UPPER
PRINTER Indicates the type of ticket printer (if any) connected to the 0 = GENERIC √
(PK) printer port. The setting of this parameter only has meaning if 1 = TM290
the printer port is in TICKET mode. 2 = TM290RV
TM290 and TM290RV are used to select the TM290II ticket
printer operating in normal or reverse mode. These settings
automatically release the paper after printing.
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3.3.5 PTICKET AND ETICKET FORMAT MENU
Two separate menus allow specification of the format of weight tickets—PTICKET for
tickets sent to the printer port, and ETICKET for tickets transmitted via the EDP port. The
line end characters to be sent are specified using the TERMIN parameters in each menu.
The ticket format parameters in the table following determine the format of up to four fields
of data printed on a weight ticket. Each field may contain the Gross, Tare or Net value, be
blank or display the current value (gross or net). Each field is located horizontally by enter-
ing a number of leading spaces (LSP) and vertically by entering a number of trailing line
ends (TLE). The trailing line ends in the last field may also be used to advance the printer
to the next ticket as shown in Figure 18.
FIELD 1, 2, 3 Specifies information printed in each field. 0 = BLANK

or 4 Default Settings: 1 = GROSS
(PT<f><x>) or Field 1 = GROSS, Field 2 = TARE, Field 3 = NET, Field 4 = BLANK 2 = NET
(ET<f><x>) 3 = TARE
(f = field #) Example: To change Field 3 to Tare, enter TARE code (3) for param- 4 = DISPLAY
(x = code) eter FIELD 3 (or send EDP command PT33<CR>). (DISPLAY Selects
the displayed
value, whether
gross or net).
TLExx Trailing Line Ends: Number of line end sequences (TERMIN) sent xx = 0 to 99
(PC<f><xx>) or following the selected field. Specific number (xx) must be entered via Default = 1 √
(EC<f><x>) keyboard (see Section 3.2).
(f = field #) Example: To specify 3 carriage returns for Field 1, enter 3 for param-
(xx = code) eter TLE (or send EDP command PC13<CR>).
LSPxx Leading Spaces: Number of leading spaces preceding the selected xx = 0 to 99
(PS<f><xx>) or field. Specific number (xx) must be entered via keyboard. Default = 0 √
(ES<f><x>) Example: To specify 31 leading spaces in Field 3, enter 31 for param-
(f = field #) eter LSP under FIELD 3 (or send EDP command PS331<CR>).
(xx = code)
NOTE: PRINTED NUMERIC FIELD CONTAINS

NINE CHARACTER SPACES. PRINTS ONE
6 LEADING SPACE BEFORE "lb" AND ONE BEFORE "G".
SPACES
15012 lb G
FIELD 1
2 TRAILING LINE ENDS
12 lb T
FIELD 2
15000 lb N PRINTED TICKET

FIELD 3
FIELD 4 4 TRAILING LINE ENDS.

LAST LINE END ADVANCES
PRINTER TO NEXT TICKET.
FIGURE 18 – SAMPLE SET-UP FOR PRINTER TICKET
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3.4 FUNCTIONAL TEST AND CONFIGURATION RESET
A special TEST menu allows you to perform a functional test of the Display, Keyboard, EDP
port and the two digital Inputs. Figure 19 describes the function performed by each key. A
configuration reset function is also a part of the test menu. The TEST menu can only be
accessed when the Operate/Setup Switch is in the SETUP position.
To perform a functional test, proceed as follows:
(1) Set the Operate/Setup Switch to the SETUP mode position.
(2) Press the TARE and UNITS keys simultaneously to open the TEST menu. “TEST”
is displayed.
ZERO GROSS TARE PRINT

NET UNITS
Displays a scroll- Indicates the active Displays "SERI-X", Displays the soft- Exits TEST menu.
ing alphanumeric Digital Input. Dis- where X is any capi- ware revision level.
sequence. The plays "DIN-1" for in- tal letter within the
EDP port con- put 1, or "DIN-2" for range of A through X
tinuously trans- input 2. received by the EDP
mits the charac- port.
ter "U".
FIGURE 19 – TEST MENU KEY FUNCTIONS
! Caution
With TEST displayed on the screen, simultaneously pressing the TARE and UNITS keys again replaces all data stored
in the non-volatile memory with the original default parameter values. All calibration constants will also be lost.
Do not reset the configuration by this method unless you intend to replace all current parameter values with the
default values.
(3) Press each key and verify its corresponding function as described in Figure 19.
(4) To exit the TEST menu and return to normal operation, press the PRINT key.
To reset the parameters to their original default values, proceed as follows:

(1) Set the Operate/Setup Switch to the SETUP mode position.
(2) Press TARE and UNITS simultaneously to open the TEST menu. “TEST” is dis-
played.
(3) Press TARE and UNITS simultaneously again to restore the original default values.
NOTE: All calibration will also be lost.
(4) Exit the TEST mode and return to normal operation by pressing the PRINT key.
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4 CALIBRATION
4.1 CALIBRATING ZERO AND SPAN
CALIBRT
ZERO SPAN TW SPAN RE-ZERO
Clear all weight from scale Load test weights and adjust If Span adjustment is not Remove test weights
displayed value to match load necessary, return to from scale and press
OPERATE mode now TARE to rezero
UP | DOWN
TARE TARE TARE TARE
(1) Set the Operate/Setup Switch on the rear panel to SETUP

position. Operate Position
(2) Press PRINT key to scroll right until CALIBRT is displayed.

(3) Using the down arrow (GROSS/NET) key, scroll down once to
display ZERO. If ZERO is not displayed, scroll right until Setup Position
ZERO is displayed.
(4) Clear the platform of all weight. NOTE: If your calibration procedure requires hooks or
chains to hang test weights on the scale, calibrate the ZERO with the chains or hooks
on the scale.
(5) Press TARE (Enter). The message *CALIB* is displayed, indicating that the IQplus
310A is calibrating ZERO weight (deadload).
(6) When the ZERO calibration is finished, SPAN is displayed, indicating that the unit is
ready to calibrate the SPAN (calibration) weight.
(7) Press the down arrow (GROSS/NET) key once. The number displayed will be the full
scale capacity value (GRADS x DSP DIV). Place certified test weights on the scale. If
the certified test weights equal full scale capacity, skip to step (9).
(8) If the test weight is less than full scale capacity, the displayed number must be ad-
justed to match the test weight value. This can be done using the panel keys as
described in Section 3.2. Adjust the displayed number to match the test weight value.
Note that if the decimal point location has been programmed in the DEC PNT param-
eter, the test weight value must be entered exactly as it will appear with the decimal
point when weighing.
For example, when calibrating a scale for 100.00 lb x .01 lb with a 50-lb test weight,
enter 50.00. If there is no decimal point, or if one or two dummy zeros have been
selected in the DEC PNT parameter, enter the test weight exactly as it will be dis-
played. For example, when calibrating a 100,000-lb x 10-lb scale with a 50,000-lb test
weight, enter 50000.
(9) Press TARE (Enter). The message *CALIB* is displayed, indicating that the SPAN is
being calibrated. (If the displayed number remains and *CALIB* does not appear, it
indicates that you have tried to enter a SPAN value that is outside the scale capacity
as defined by the first four parameters of the SETUP menu).
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(10) After SPAN calibration is finished, TW SPAN (Tweak Span) is displayed. If an ex-
tremely fine adjustment of SPAN is not required, press PRINT and skip to step (11). If
a fine adjustment is required, turn to Section 4.2 to complete the calibration procedure.
(11) RE-ZERO. This function is used mainly when the calibration procedure requires a
hook or chain to hang the test weights on the scale. RE-ZERO is designed to remove
the weight offset of a chain or hook from the IQ plus 310A zero band. To perform the
RE-ZERO, clear the platform of all weight, including the chains or hooks used. While
the indicator is prompting RE-ZERO, press TARE (Enter). The message *CALIB*
appears. Do not disturb the platform until the RE-ZERO is finished.
(12) Return the Operate/Setup Switch to the OPERATE position and install the switch
cover and legal seal according to directions in Section 4.3
4.2 FINE-TUNING (TWEAKING) SPAN and RE-ZERO

(1) While TW SPAN is displayed, press the down arrow (GROSS/NET) key. The number
displayed next is the test weight with an extra decade of resolution. No decimal point
or dummy zeros are shown.
(2) Press the up (ZERO) and down arrow (GROSS/NET) keys to make a fine adjustment
to this test weight. If you press and hold either key, the value will increment by 0.1
grad intervals.
(3) Press TARE to store the result. RE-ZERO is displayed. RE-ZERO removes the
offset of test weight hooks and re-centers the zero band.
(4) Remove all test weights and hooks from the scale.
(5) Press TARE. The message *CALIB* appears. Do not disturb the platform until fin-
ished.
(6) Place the Operate/Setup Switch in the OPERATE position and install the switch cover
and legal seal according to directions in Section 4.3.
4.3 INSTALLING THE LEGAL-FOR-TRADE SEAL

All hardware for this procedure is supplied in the Accessory Kit.
(1) Set the Operate/Setup Switch to
the OPERATE position.
Cap Nut
(2) Remove the backing from the
switch cover gasket and apply Drilled Standoff
the gasket to the switch cover. Service Switch

Cover
(3) Install the switch plate as shown
and tighten hardware to 6 lb-in.
(4) Thread the wire for the seal
through the holes in both stand-
offs and twist the ends of the wire

together. Wire Legal Seal
(5) Install the seal on the wire loop FIGURE 20 – LEGAL SEAL INSTALLED
as shown in Figure 20.
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5 NORMAL OPERATION
ZERO Press to return Gross weight display to zero. Zero indicator ➔ 0 ➔

will light.
GROSS Press to change between Gross G and Net N weight on display.

NET
Press to acquire tare. If tare is acquired by this method, the keyboard indicator T lights.
TARE NOTE: ➔ 0 also lights to indicate center of zero net.
➔
If a tare value is entered from the EDP port, pT will light.
Press to change between weight units, pounds lb and kilograms kg. When in the Test Mode,
UNITS
(TEST) press this key to display the software revision level.
Press to send data to a printer or computer. This command is executed only when the scale
PRINT is in a standstill condition, shown by the standstill indicator being lit.
The diamond-shaped indicator light is always on when a T or pT is lit. The diamond is solid
when the tare was acquired by the TARE key or through Digital Input. The diamond flashes
when a tare was acquired or entered from a remote keyboard through the EDP port.
5.1 AUTO TARE MODE

Once entered, a tare value remains in memory for subsequent weighings until the tare is cleared out or
replaced with a new tare value. The tare can be cleared as in Step 7 below. Alternately, a new tare that
replaces the existing tare, can be entered while in either G or NET mode, as in Step 3.
(1) TO ZERO SCALE: Place scale in G mode. Remove any weight loaded on deck and wait for .
Press ZERO. ➔ 0 will appear if scale is within Zero Range.
➔
(2) TO ENTER A TARE: Place tare container on scale deck. Wait for , then press TARE. Scale
changes to N mode, and T appears if tare value was acquired.
(3) TO REPLACE A TARE: Place new container on scale. In either N or G, press TARE to replace old tare.
(4) TO VIEW GROSS WEIGHT: With T acquired, load scale. Net weight is displayed. Press GROSS
NET
to shift display to G.
(5) TO PRINT TICKET: Press PRINT. If the scale is in motion, the printout is delayed until the weight is stable.
(6) TO WEIGH WITH A STORED TARE: With tare container on scale, load scale. Stored tare is automatically
subtracted in N mode display. G mode display shows total weight.
(7) TO REMOVE STORED TARE: Place scale in G mode. Remove weight from scale and wait for .
If G display is not 0, press ZERO key. Press TARE to remove stored tare.
NOTE: If the scale is used in the INDUSTRIAL mode, all operations requiring standstill (except printing) can be done with the
either on or off.
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5.2 IN/OUT TARE MODE
Once acquired with the TARE key, a tare value remains in memory for subsequent weighings until the TARE
key is pressed again which erases the existing tare. A new tare can then be entered with the TARE key only
when the scale is in the G mode.
(1) TO ZERO SCALE: Place scale in G mode. Remove any weight loaded on deck. If T or pT is lit,
remove stored tare as in Step 3. Wait for . Press ZERO. ➔ 0 ➔
will
appear.
(2) TO ENTER A TARE: Place scale in G mode. Place tare container on scale deck. Wait for , then
press TARE. Scale changes to N mode, and T appears if tare value was ac-
quired.
(3) TO REMOVE STORED TARE: Press TARE. T light will go off, showing the tare has been removed.
(4) TO VIEW GROSS WEIGHT: With T acquired, load scale. Net weight appears. Press GROSS to
NET
shift display to G
(5) TO PRINT TICKET: Press PRINT. If the scale is in motion, the printout is delayed until the weight is stable.
(6) TO WEIGH WITH A STORED TARE: With tare container on scale, load scale. Stored tare is automatically
subtracted in N mode display. G mode display shows total weight.
NOTE: If the scale is used in the INDUSTRIAL mode, all operations requiring standstill (except printing) can be done with
either on or off.
5.3 DISPLAY ERROR CODES

MESSAGE MEANING REMEDY
–UNCAL– System is uncalibrated. Displayed in Perform calibration. See Section 4.
operate mode after initialization of the
EEPROM.
Gross weight exceeds the overload limit. Measure load cell signal (45 mV,
max.). Re-span the scale. Indicates
overload in normal operation.
A negative Gross weight exceeds the Measure load cell signal (–5.0mV,
calibrated range of the A/D converter. max.).
Calibration attempted with less than one
CAL ERR
raw count per grad. Also displayed if Measure minimum and maximum load
calibration was attempted with the load cell signals. Re-calibrate with more
cell excitation disconnected. active signal.
Parameter Checksum error. May be
PCS ERR caused by software incompatibility or Re-enter any parameter or, as a last
faulty EEPROM. resort, clear the EEPROM.
The A/D calibration data contains an error.
ACS ERR Re-calibrate A/D Converter (Section 7.3).
Parameter "XX" has an invalid entry. Check and re-enter the erroneous
ERR PXX Usually caused by incompatible software. parameter (Section 2.11). As a last
resort, clear the EEPROM.
A/D Converter fails read/write test. Replace the A/D converter (Section 7.3).
A/D ERR
EEPROM fails read/write test. Replace EEPROM.

EE ERR
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6 EDP REMOTE COMMANDS AND SERIAL PORT OPERATION
Besides sending serial communications to remote peripheral devices, the IQ plus 310A can
also process incoming serial communication commands from a remote keyboard through
its EDP (Electronic Data Processing) port. Incoming commands can be used for three
purposes:
• Setup and configuration
• Calibration
• Normal weighing operations
Some commands are accepted in the SETUP as well as the OPERATE mode. Commands
are NOT accepted during a printing operation, or when calibration is being performed.
The EDP command format is as follows:
<COMMAND><n><CR>
Where: COMMAND = a 2-letter command (upper or lower case letters)
n = a selection code or numerical entry
CR = a carriage return
By eliminating the selection code or numerical entry, the command becomes an inquiry.
The IQ plus 310A responds with an “OK” if the command string is valid.
The IQ plus 310A responds with the value of the parameter if the command is an inquiry.
The IQ plus 310A responds with “??” If the command string is invalid, or if trying to change
a setup value while in OPERATE mode.
6.1 EDP SETUP COMMANDS

The setup parameter commands use a single-digit selection code for most functions.
Grads, Ticket Format, and Calibration require numerical entries. See the Setup Menu
Descriptions in Section 3.3 for code identification. All Setup commands listed in the chart can
only be used when the indicator is in SETUP Mode.
6.2 EDP CALIBRATION COMMANDS

The Calibration commands are valid only when the indicator is in the SETUP Mode. While
calibration is in progress, the indicator displays “CALIB”. The indicator returns “OK” when
calibration is completed.
COMMAND DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION

CD Calibration of Deadload or Initial load (Zero)
CW Calibration of Test Weight. If the test weight is not equal to full scale
capacity, send the EDP command CW "nnnnnnn" <CR>, where
nnnnnnn is the numerical value of the test weight. See Section 4.1.
Serial input and keyboard commands are ignored until the calibration
is completed.
CZ Re-zero. See Section 4.2.
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6.3 EDP OPERATING COMMANDS
The following EDP 2-letter commands can be used to operate the scale. They are valid in
OPERATE and SETUP modes except as noted.
COMMAND DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION
AZ Sets scale to zero. Valid only in Operate Mode.
AT Tare in. Entered as “AT nnnnnnn <EOL>” where nnnnnnn is a 7-digit tare
weight, no decimal point or leading zeros. Entering “AT <EOL>” acquires the
current displayed value as a tare. “pT” in a blinking rhombus indicates a tare
entered through the EDP port.
FT Performs a front panel tare operation. Entering “FT <EOL>” acquires a tare like
pressing the TARE key
CT Tare out (removes the tare value)
LB Selects “lb” for weight units (if set up for “lb” or “kg” units mode)
KG Selects “kg” for weight units (if set up for “lb” or “kg” units mode)
GN Simulates a GROSS/NET key press. Entering “GN <EOL>” toggles between the
gross and net display mode.
PR Sends formatted weight data to either or both serial ports (port mode must be
“TICKET”). During printer operation, EDP commands are ignored. Wait for “OK”
display before sending more commands. If printing is inhibited by scale being out
of range or in SETUP mode, “??” isdisplayed. If the scale is in motion, the
command is executed when standstill returns. Valid only in Operate Mode.
RE Clears the EEPROM. See the CAUTION in Section 3.4.
RS Resets system
SX Starts continuous serial transmission on the EDP port using the selected serial
output data format. Serial transmission stops in SETUP mode.
PX Starts continuous serial transmission on the printer port using the se-
lected serial output data format. Serial transmission stops in SETUP mode.
EX Ends continuous serial transmission on the EDP port
PQ Ends continuous serial transmission on the printer port

XG Transmits GROSS [9 characters, leading zeros suppressed (spaces), decimal
point if applicable, minus sign to left of first active digit]. Valid only in Operate
Mode.
XN Transmits NET [9 characters, leadingzeros suppressed (spaces), decimal point

if applicable, minus sign to left of first active digit]. Valid only in Operate Mode.
XT Transmits TARE [9 characters,leading zeros suppressed (spaces), decimal

point if applicable, minus sign to left of first active digit]. Valid only in Operate
Mode.
XD Transmits the value currently displayed
XS Transmits a single serial string from the EDP port in the selected output format
NK Returns the number of “??” responses sent (or suppressed) since the previous
NK was received. May be used if responses have been disabled to determine if a
sequence of commands was successful.
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6.4 SERIAL PORT OPERATION AND DATA FORMATS
6.4.1 SERIAL PORT OPERATION NOTES.
1. Serial input/output contention
The IQplus 310A operates its serial ports in a preemptive receive mode. If the serial port
starts receiving a command, any output in process to either the EDP port or the printer port
is terminated immediately to avoid losing input data.
When the transmission is allowed to resume, the last character being transmitted will be
terminated with stop bits and resent. This can lead to longer than expected lines being
sent, but no characters will be lost (i.e. carriage returns, line feeds, <SI> or <SO>s, etc.)
that might affect control operation of the receiving device.
There is a period of time while the output is being initialized that input will be ignored, and
this period is longer when the output baud rate is lower. Because of this, streaming to either
port at a low baud rate may cause EDP commands to be misread or not received at all.
2. Serial input overrun

If commands are sent to the IQplus 310A without checking the acknowledgment (“Ok” or
“??”) returned from the indicator before sending the next command, the possibility of a
command overrun exists. If this occurs, the new command will not be processed and a
response of “??” will be transmitted.
3. Mixed baud rate output

If the printer and EDP ports are both streaming at significantly different baud rates, the
update rate for the faster port may be significantly impacted.
6.4.2 CONTINUOUS OUTPUT SERIAL DATA FORMATS

The IQplus 310A transmits the Gross, Tare, or Net weight values on demand or streams
them continuously. The format for continuous serial output data is determined by the
FORMAT parameter in the EDP menu. The various data formats are described below.
# <G/N> <POL> <nnnnnn> <SP> <UNIT> <TERM>
G for Gross Six weight data lb = pound <CR> or

N for Net characters. No kg = kilogram <LF> or
leading zero g = gram <CR> <LF>
Polarity: suppression. tn = ton (short)
<+> = Positive t = ton (metric)
<–> = Negative gr = grain
Space Character
oz = ounce
<space> = none
Space if Gross data or a number from 0-9 if Net
to indicate which tare register is in use.
FIGURE 21 – WI (WEIGHTRONIX) 120 FORMAT
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6.4 SERIAL PORT OPERATION AND DATA FORMATS (CONTINUED)
<STX> <POL> <wwwwwww> <UNIT> <G/N> <S> <TERM>
STX (02h) Polarity: G for Gross <CR> or

<Space> = Positive N for Net <LF> or
< – > = Negative <CR> <LF>
G = gram
Weight: 7 digits, right-justified, dummy K = kilogram Status:
zeroes, decimal point with no leading L = pound <Space> = valid
zeroes except for leading zero T = ton (short) I = Invalid
immediately preceding the decimal point. <Space> = ton (metric), M = Motion
Leading zeroes transmitted as spaces. grain, ounce or none O = Over/under range
FIGURE 22 – CC (CONSOLIDATED CONTROLS) DATA FORMAT
<STX> <nnnnnnnnn> <ttttttttt> <SP> <S> <UNIT> <SP> <TERM>
STX (02h) Space Space <CR> or

character character <LF> or
<CR> <LF>
Net Weight: 9 characters, 7
active weight digits, no leading Status <S> is the sum of: 0 = kilogram
zeroes, decimal point, negative 1 = In range 1 = gram
sign precedes first active digit. 2 = Standstill 2 = pound
4 = Center of Zero 3 = ton (short/metric)
8 = Net mode 4 = ounce
Tare Weight: 9 characters, 7
For example: 5 = none
active weight digits, no leading
In range = 1 6 = grain
zeroes, decimal point, negative
Standstill = 2
sign precedes first active digit.
Net Mode = 8
<S> = B (hex)
FIGURE 23 – AN (ANALOGIC) 5316 DATA FORMAT
<CR> <POL> <wwwwwww> <S> <SP> <UNIT> <SP> <G/N> <SP> <SP> <ETX>
Carriage Space Space g for Gross ETX

Return Character Character n for Net 03h
Polarity: "m" for motion lb = pound Space character

<+> for positive "o" for out–of-range kg = kilogram (2)
"–" for negative <space> for none of g = gram
the above. tn = ton (short)
t = ton (metric)
Seven digits of weight data, including decimal gr = grain
point. No leading zero suppression. oz = ounce
<space> = none
FIGURE 24 – CAR (CARDINAL) 738 FORMAT
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6.4 SERIAL PORT OPERATION AND DATA FORMATS (CONTINUED)
<STX> <SWA> <SWB> <SWC> <wwwwww> <tttttt> <EOL> <CHK>
STX (02h) Status Word B <CR> For T8142CK

Format Only:
Status Word A Status Word C Optional Checksum
Character
7-digit gross or net weight, right justified, padded with Six-digit tare weight. Dummy zeroes are
leading spaces. Decimal points are not transmitted. transmitted, decimal points are not. Characters are
always right justified, padded with leading zeroes,
except when the gross weight is negative, in
which case all characters are spaces.
Status Word A:
7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Parity 0 1 MUL1 MUL0 DP2 DP1 DP0
Even parity bit. DP2 DP1 DP0 Fixed Zero/Dec. Pt. Location
Requires EDP Port setup. 0 0 0 x 100 (2 fixed zeroes)
0 0 1 x 10 (1 fixed zero)
See Section 3.3.3. 010x1 (No decimal point)
Disp. Div. 0 1 1 x 0.1 (1 decimal place)
MUL1 MUL0 Multiplier 1 0 0 x 0.01 (2 decimal places)
01x1 1 0 1 x 0.001 (3 decimal places)
Status Word B:
7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Parity 0 1
0 = Gross Display Mode

Even parity bit: 1 = Net Display Mode
Requires EDP Port
setup. See Section 0 = Positive indicated weight value
3.3.3. 1 = Negative indicated weight value
0 = In range
1 = Out of range
0 = lb 0 = Stable
1 = kg 1 = Motion
Status Word C: ASCII 20h (space)

7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Parity 0 1 0 0 0 0 0
Even parity bit:

Requires EDP Port setup. See Section 3.3.3.
FIGURE 25 – TOLEDO T8142 AND T8142CK FORMATS
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<POL> <wwwwww> <SWA> <SWB> <TERM>
Polarity: Status Word B

<Space> = Positive
< – > = Negative Status Word A <CR> or
<LF> or
<CR> <LF>
Weight: 7 digits, right-justified, dummy zeroes, decimal
point with no leading zeroes except for leading zero
immediately preceding the decimal point. Leading zeroes
transmitted as spaces.
Status Word A:
7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Parity 1 0 0
0 = Stable 0 = No Tare
1 = Motion 1 = Tare in
System
0 = Primary Units
1 = Secondary Units
0 = GROSS Display Mode

1 = NET Display Mode
Status Word B:
7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Parity 1 0 0 0
0 = Tare not EDP-entered 0 = In Range

1 = Tare EDP-entered 1 = Out of Range
0 = Not Center-of-Zero
1 = Center-of-Zero
FIGURE 26 – REMOTE FORMAT
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7 APPENDIX
7.1 SPECIFICATIONS
Analog Specifications
Full Scale Input Signal 5 to 40 mV including deadload (initial load)
Input Impedance 200 MΩ, typical
Noise (Referred to Input) 0.3 µV p-p with 4-4-4 filter, maximum
Internal Resolution Approximately 1,000,000 counts
Display Resolution 60,000 dd
Measurement Rate 50 meas/sec, typ.
Input Sensitivity 50 nV per internal count
System Linearity Within 0.01% of FS
Zero Stability 150 nV/° C, maximum
Span Stability 3.5 ppm/°C, maximum
Recommended Recalibration 3 years
Calibration Method Software calibration, with long-term storage in EEPROM
Common Mode Voltage ± 4V, referred to earth
Common Mode Rejection 140 dB, minimum @ 50 or 60 Hz
Normal Mode Rejection 90 dB, minimum @ 50 or 60 Hz
Input Overload 12V
Excitation Voltage 10 ± 0.5 Vdc, 6 x 350Ω load cells
Display Filtering Selectable digital filtering and update rate
Sense Amplifier Differential amplifier with selectable 4 wire/6 wire sensing
RFI Protection Signal, excitation, and sense lines protected by capacitor bypass
Digital Specifications
Microcomputer NEC µPD75216A
Program Memory: 16K x 8, internal to µC
RAM: 512 x 4, internal to µC
EEROM: 128 x 8, ER5911 or ER59C11
Digital Filtering Software selectable, See Section 7.2
Digital Inputs 2 inputs, TTL or switch closure, active low, Programmable
Serial Communication
EDP Port Full Duplex: 19200, 9600, 4800, 2400, 1200 baud
Printer Port Simplex: 19200, 9600, 4800, 2400, 1200 baud
Both Ports Selectable: EDP (Bidirectional RS232)
PRN (RS232 or 20 mA current loop, output only)
8 data bits, no parity
7 data bits, even parity
7 data bits, odd parity
Operator Interface
Display 14 mm (0.55 inch), 14-segment vacuum fluorescent, 7 full digit display. Display update rate
adjustable from 250ms to 4 seconds.
Additional Symbols Tare, Preset Tare, Tare In System, Standstill, Net, Brutto, Center of Zero, Minus Sign, lb, kg,
Entry Mode
Color Blue-green
Keyboard 5-key flat membrane panel. Tactile feel provided by stainless steel domes
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Power
AC Option:
Line Voltages 115 VAC (102-132) and 230 VAC (207-253)

Frequency 50 or 60 Hz
Power Consumption 12 VA maximum
Fusing 115 VAC: 2 x 0.25A SB (UL/CSA) 5x20mm
230 VAC: 2 x T 125 mA (IEC127) 5x20mm
Environmental
OIML Meets OIML Document No. 11 Climatic, Mechanical, and Electrical requirements
Operating Temperature –10 to +40°C (legal operating range)
–10 to +50°C (industrial operating range)
Storage Temperature –25 to +70°C
Electric Field Rejection 3V/m for 100 kHz to 1 GHz, ≤ 1 uV susceptibility
Emissions FCC Part 15 Class A, UL 466, UL 508 and CISPR 22 Class A
Electrical Safety According to IEC 950, UL 1950, CSA 950
Mechanical
Overall Dimensions 196.9 mm (7.75 in)W x 121.9 mm (4.80 in)H
x 129.5 mm (5.10 in)D
Panel Cutout 186.0 mm (7.375 in) W x 114.3 mm (4.50 in) H
Bezel 196.9 mm (7.75 in) W x 121.9 mm (4.80 in) H
Depth Behind Panel 116.8 mm (4.6 in) (Excluding cables)
Weight 2.61 kg (5.75 lb)
Materials Painted aluminum bezel, painted steel case, and aluminum rear panel
Mounting Options Adjustable angle wall/bench mount standard
Panel mount optional
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7.2 DIGITAL FILTERING
7.2.1 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
The IQ plus 310A uses an averaging digital filter to reduce the effect of vibration on weight
readings. Adjustable threshold and sensitivity functions allow quick settling by temporarily
cutting out averaging so the reading immediately jumps to the new value being received.
There are three filtering controls—averaging (DFILT), a cutout threshold (DF THRH), and a
cutout sensitivity (DF SENS).
The averaging controls (DFILT 1—DFILT 3) are tunable cascaded stages controlling the
effect that a single A/D reading has on the current displayed weight. By default, DFILT 2
and DFILT 3 will acquire the same setting as DFILT 1 unless they are individually set to
different values.
• A setting of OFF for all three stages disables all averaging. It produces a 1-in-1
effect, so the current A/D reading is simply the displayed weight (1 x 1 x 1).
• An intermediate setting, for example 8, 8, 8, produces an averaging effect such that
each A/D reading has a 1-in-512 effect on the displayed weight (8 x 8 x 8).
• A setting of 256 for all three stages produces the heaviest averaging. At that level,
each A/D reading has less than a 1-in-16 million effect on the current displayed
weight (256 x 256 x 256).
This averaging function (DFILT 1—DFILT 3) can be used by itself to eliminate the effects of
vibration, but heavy digital filter averaging significantly increases the settling time. To over-
come this, the DF THRH (Digital Filtering Threshold) and DF SENS (Digital Filtering Sensi-
tivity) controls can be used to temporarily override (cutout) averaging. You specify a thresh-
old (in display divisions) and a sensitivity “n” (in numbers of readings) to set the cutout
point.
• If “n” consecutive readings are beyond the threshold, filtering will cutout, or be
disabled, until the scale has settled. (Note that because vibration may not allow the
scale to go to standstill while filtering is disabled, the settling detection is not the
same as motion detection. The scale may still be “in motion” when filtering is re-
enabled).
7.2.2 SETTING FILTERING CONTROLS
To set filtering controls, first determine the maximum vibration effects present by running
DFILT 1—3 with no filtering (OFF, OFF, OFF) and an empty scale (or displaying a zero
net). Watch the display and record the number below which all but a few of the variations
fall. Convert this weight reading to display divisions (maximum weight reading divided by
your display division size — 1, 2, or 5 — equals total display divisions caused by vibration).
You will use this number of display divisions when setting the final cutout threshold (DF
THRH). Just record the number for now, leaving the DF THRH set to NONE.
With the DF THRH level set to NONE, adjust the three averaging controls (DFILT 1—3) to
eliminate the effects of vibration on the readings. Set these as low as possible. Higher
settings will increase the settling time in the vicinity of the target weight.
Next set the filter cutout level (DF THRH) using the value you calculated above.
Next set the cutout sensitivity value (DF SENS) high enough to ignore transient peaks. The
longer the duration of the peaks (typically, the lower the vibration frequency), the higher the
sensitivity setting should be. Setting this value higher increases the settling time when a
weight is added to the scale, as it increases the time before the cutout is engaged.
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7.3 A/D CALIBRATION
This procedure is required following replacement of the A/D Converter (ADC) or the EEPROM. When the ADC
and/or EEPROM are replaced, performing this procedure may be necessary in order for the ADC to operate.
Implementing this procedure assures that the ADC will operate within its stability specifications. This procedure
requires specialized test equipment and cables, and should be performed only by qualified personnel.
7.3.1 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR A/D CALIBRATION

• A Load Cell Simulator with range of 0 to 5.0 mV/V in 0.5 mV/V increments.
• Two test cables wired according to the schematic in Figure 27.
• An RS232 terminal (optional).
7.3.2 A/D CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
(1) Remove (if installed) jumpers JP1 and JP2 from the main circuit board.
(2) Connect the load cell simulator Cable to J3 on the main circuit board. Connect the
communications and digital input cable to J4.
(3) Set the Operate/Setup Switch to Setup. Set SW1 to "Normal", SW2 to "Normal" and
SW3 to "Calibrate."
(4) If not using an RS232 terminal, follow steps (4)a through (4)d. If using an RS232
terminal, skip to Step (5).
a. Press Gross/Net and Units (Test) keys simultaneously. "A/D N/R" is displayed.
b. A/D Non-Ratiometric Calibration (calibrates the ADC to eliminate internal non-
ratiometric errors):
1. Set SW1 to the "Calibrate" position and SW2 to the "Normal" position.
2. Set the Simulator to 0.0 mV/V.
3. Press the Tare Key. "A/D R" is displayed.
c. A/D Ratiometric Calibration (calibrates the ADC to eliminate internal ratiometric
errors and to establish the minimum load cell signal):
1. Set SW1 to the "Normal" position and SW2 to the "Reversed" position.
3. Press the Tare key. "A/D G" is displayed.
d. A/D Gain Calibration (standardizes the ADC full-scale range):
1. Set SW1 and SW2 to the "Normal" positions.
3. Press the Tare key. The unit re-initializes and returns to "SETUP".
(5) If using an RS232 terminal, follow steps (5)a through (5)c. If using the keyboard, skip
to step (6).
a. A/D Non-Ratiometric Calibration (calibrates the ADC to eliminate internal non-
ratiometric errors):
1. Set SW1 to the "Calibrate" position and SW2 to the "Normal" position.
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J3
Load Cell
Connector EXC –
7
EXC – EXC +
6
EXC + Normal
5
SHIELD
4 To
SEN – SW1
3 Load Cell
SEN + Simulator
2
SIG – Calibrate
1
SIG +
Normal
SIG –
SW2
SIG +
Reversed
a. Load Cell Simulator Cable
J4
Comm & I/O 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Connector Normal
7
IN 1 SW3
6 c. 7-Position Screw
IN 2 Calibrate Terminal Block
5
PRN RS232
4
PRN 20MA
3 To
EDP RX RX
2 RS232
GROUND GND Terminal
1
EDP TX TX (Optional)
b. Communications and Digital Input Cable
FIGURE 27 – A/D CALIBRATION CABLES

3. Send command "CN". Wait for the response "ok".
b. A/D Ratiometric Calibration (calibrates the ADC to eliminate internal ratiometric
errors and to establish the minimum load cell signal):
1. Set SW1 to the "Normal" position and SW2 to the "Reversed" position.
3. Send command "CR". Wait for the response "ok".
c. A/D Gain Calibration (standardizes the ADC full-scale range):
1. Set SW1 and SW2 to the "Normal" positions.
3. Send command "CG". Wait for the response "ok".
(6) Set SW3 to the "Normal" position. Using the load cell simulator, calibrate the instru-
ment (See Section 4) and check for normal operation. In “OPERATE” mode, simulta-
neously press the UNITS key and the hidden key to the left of the ZERO key to display
raw counts. Typical readings for the raw counts are 1680 (–0.5 mV/V), 106450 (0.0
mV/V), 943200 (4.0 mV/V), and 1047800 (4.5 mV/V). All readings typically have 10
counts peak-to-peak noise. Press the hiden key by itself to return to the normal display
mode.
(7) Re-install jumpers JP1 and JP2 if they were removed in step (1).
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7.4 IQ plus 310A LIMITED WARRANTY
Rice Lake Weighing Systems (RLWS) warrants that all RLWS equipment and systems
properly installed by a Distributor or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) will operate
per written specifications as confirmed by the Distributor/OEM and accepted by RLWS. All
systems and components are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for
one (1) year.
RLWS warrants that the equipment sold hereunder will conform to the current written speci-
fications authorized by RLWS. RLWS warrants the equipment against faulty workmanship
and defective materials. If any equipment fails to conform to these warranties, RLWS will,
at its option, repair or replace such goods returned within the warranty period subject to the
following conditions:
• Upon discovery by Buyer of such non-conformity, RLWS will be given prompt written
notice with a detailed explanation of the alleged deficiencies.
• Individual electronic components returned to RLWS for warranty purposes must be
packaged to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage in shipment. Packaging
requirements are listed in a publication, “Protecting Your Components From Static
Damage in Shipment,” available from RLWS Equipment Return Department.
• Examination of such equipment by RLWS confirms that the non-conformity actually
exists, and was not caused by accident, misuse, neglect, alteration, improper installa-
tion, improper repair or improper testing; RLWS shall be the sole judge of all alleged non-
conformities.
• Such equipment has not been modified, altered, or changed by any person other than
RLWS or its duly authorized repair agents.
• RLWS will have a reasonable time to repair or replace the defective equipment. Buyer
is responsible for shipping charges both ways.
• In no event will RLWS be responsible for travel time or on-location repairs, including
assembly or disassembly of equipment, nor will RLWS be liable for the cost of any
repairs made by others.
THESE WARRANTIES EXCLUDE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IM-
PLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NEITHER RLWS NOR DISTRIBUTOR WILL,
IN ANY EVENT, BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
RLWS AND BUYER AGREE THAT RLWS’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY HERE-
UNDER IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF SUCH GOODS. IN ACCEPT-
ING THIS WARRANTY, THE BUYER WAIVES ANY AND ALL OTHER CLAIMS TO WAR-
RANTY.
SHOULD THE SELLER BE OTHER THAN RLWS, THE BUYER AGREES TO LOOK
ONLY TO THE SELLER FOR WARRANTY CLAIMS.
NO TERMS, CONDITIONS, UNDERSTANDING, OR AGREEMENTS PURPORTING TO
MODIFY THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY SHALL HAVE ANY LEGAL EFFECT UNLESS
MADE IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY A CORPORATE OFFICER OF RLWS AND THE
BUYER.
© 2000 Rice Lake Weighing Systems, Inc. Rice Lake, WI USA. All Rights Reserved.
RICE LAKE WEIGHING SYSTEMS • 230 WEST COLEMAN STREET • RICE LAKE, WISCONSIN 54868 • USA
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Remote Operation Through EDP Serial Port

New Digital Filtering Settings for Faster Display Stabilization

New Serial Data Format for Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Interface

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panel without entering the

case. When the unit is placed

menus. A graphic "roadmap"

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T A tare weight has been acquired and stored by the system.

Blinking rhombus: Tare acquired or keyed in by EDP serial command.

Indicates scale is in standstill, or not in motion.

NET Indicates NET weight mode.

B or G Indicates Gross (Brutto) weight mode (selectable).

lb Pound weight unit.

kg Kilogram weight unit.

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ZERO GROSS TARE UNITS PRINT

ZERO GROSS TARE UNITS PRINT

ZERO GROSS TARE UNITS PRINT

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2.2 CHECKING THE ACCESSORY KIT

ITEM QTY ITEM QTY

2.3 REMOVING THE CASE

Setup/Operate Switch 8-32 Cap Nuts (4 on standard

FIGURE 2 – REAR VIEW OF IQPLUS 310A

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Main Circuit Board

FIGURE 3 – TOP VIEW WITH CASE REMOVED

2.4 MAKING POWER CONNECTIONS

changes are necessary, turn to

jumpers JP1, JP2 and JP3 on the

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FIGURE 6 – LOAD CELL CONNECTIONS

2.6 CONNECTING COMMUNICATION CABLE

J4 EDP Port Printer Port Printer Port

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FIGURE 8 – MAIN CIRCUIT BOARD

2.7 INSTALLING LABELS

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Rear of Front Panel Edge View

FIGURE 9 – INSTALLING CAPACITY STRIP

2.7.2 WEIGHT UNIT LABELS

2.7.3 KEY LABELS

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fere with the gasket seal.

2.9 MOUNTING THE INDICATOR

2.9.1 PANEL MOUNTING PROCEDURE

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Sems Screw (1/4-20 X 3/8)

FIGURE 11 – PANEL-MOUNT BRACKET INSTALLATION

FIGURE 12 – TIGHTENING CASE TO PANEL, TOP VIEW

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FIGURE 13 – WALL/BENCH MOUNT BRACKET DIMENSIONS

Use upper holes if

TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW

FIGURE 14 – WALL/BENCH TILT STAND INSTALLATION

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