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Series 10-14
Belt Scale
THERMO ELECTRON
SERIES 10-14
BELT SCALE
CUSTOMER:
END USER:
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INSTRUMENT DATA
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Digitizer S/N:
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one (1) year after installation if the installation was accomplished by the seller.
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About this Manual
This manual provides installation, troubleshooting, and repair
information for the Thermo Series 10-14 Belt Scale system
manufactured by Thermo.
Who Should The Thermo Series 10-14 Belt Scale Operating and Service Manual is a
learning resource and reference for anyone concerned with the operation
Use this of the Thermo Series 10-14 Belt Scale.
Guide?
Documentation The following conventions are used in this manual to help easily identify
Conventions certain types of information.
• Bold is used the first time a new term is introduced.
• Italic is used to for emphasis and terms that have already been
introduced.
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links in documents.
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displays, and variables.
• BOLD CAPITALS are used for the names of keys.
• Note: Provides information of special importance to the reader. c
• Hint: This symbol indicates a hint that may be of value but not
- necessary for operation. c
Trouble-shooting................................................................................ 4-4
Calibration Shifts. ........................................................................... 4-4
Zero Calibration Shifts.................................................................... 4-5
Span Calibration Shifts ................................................................... 4-5
Field Wiring .................................................................................... 4-5
Loadcell Check by Resistance ........................................................ 4-6
Loadcell Check by Millivolt ........................................................... 4-6
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Description The Series 10-14 Belt Scale is specifically designed for basis-of-
payment, fee holder-type applications requiring certification by
governmental and/or regulatory agencies.
The series 10-14 Belt Scale is comprised of the following principal
components.
• Thermo Electron Model 10-14 Carriage/Weighbridge
• The Weighbridge (Figure 1-1) is a unitized, preassembled unit
capable of supporting three or four idlers (Thermo Electron Model
10-14-3 or 10-14-4). The weighbridge assembly houses four (4)
precision loadcells that serve as the primary weight sensors. The
loadcells generate an electrical output signal proportional to belt
loading, usually expressed in pounds per foot. The full floating
weighbridge mounts to the conveyor stringers and support the weigh
idlers.
Unpacking Inspect all packages for damage before opening as often times the
and carrier may be responsible for shipping damage.
Inspection
Storage
The Precision Belt Scale and associated equipment can be safely stored,
with cover latches secured and hole plugs installed, between -58° to
+185° F (-50º and +85º C). The units should be protected against
moisture.
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Installation
All Thermo Electron Belt Conveyor Scales, regardless of their
applications, are manufactured to the same high degree of accuracy and
reliability. However, it is the application and installation of these scales
that determine the overall operating capabilities and accuracy that can be
realized.
Scale Location In applying belt conveyor scales, one must always consider external
Criteria influences originating from the material handling system and belt
conveyor. Regardless of stated accuracies, these two factors will
determine the overall long-term and short-term accuracy expected.
Wind and The scale and conveyor at the scale will be protected from wind and
Weather Effects weather effects. The magnitude of weighing errors caused by wind is
dependent on wind velocity.
Vibration and The entire conveyor frame should be isolated from bins, feeders,
Deflections crushers, and other mechanical equipment. This is to prevent bin
loading from causing conveyor deflections and to protect the weighing
equipment from vibrations and shocks imposed by mechanical
equipment.
Conveyor In the design of the scale, several deflections are taken into
Support consideration. These are the deflection of the load cells, the deflection
of the scale carriage and bridge assembly, and the deflection of the
supporting conveyor structure. It is of utmost importance that these
deflections not be excessive. In the manufacture of the scale, the
amount of deflection in the load cells and the carriage and bridge
assembly is controlled. The only variable is the deflection of the
conveyor itself. Therefore, the conveyor stringers supporting the scale
and five idlers to either side of the scale should be of ample size and be
adequately supported to limit the relative deflection between two
adjacent idlers to no more than 0.025 inches (0.6 mm). No conveyor
expansion joints or stringer splices should be located in this region of the
conveyor. Refer to field installation drawing for required mechanical
supports.
Tension In all installations, the belt scale should be installed in an area where belt
tension and tension variations are minimal. For this reason, the belt
scale should be installed near the tail section of the conveyor. The
approach weigh idler should not be installed closer than 20 feet from the
loading point, but not closer than five idler spaces to the end of the skirt
boards. This is to minimize the effect of the skirts (or material under the
skirts) contacting the belt.
Uniform Belt
Although in most applications the scale is capable of operating
Loading accurately over a 5 to 1 range, it is desirable that the belt loading be as
uniform as possible. To minimize surges or feed variations, hoppers, if
possible, should be equipped with depth limiting gate.
Material Slippage When a Thermo Electron Integrator is used to process belt loading and
belt travel to arrive at an accurate weight, product speed must equal belt
speed at the scale. For this reason, the conveyor speed and slope should
not exceed that at which material slippage occurs.
Convex Curves
Convex curves are permissible at a distance of 20 feet or a minimum of
five idler spaces beyond the scale area idlers.
2. If there is a concave curve in the conveyor between the scale and the
loading point, the point of tangency must be at least 40 ft. before the
scale.
Single Load
On high accuracy installations, the conveyor should be loaded at the
Point same point. This assures constant belt tension at the scale during all
loading conditions.
Conveyor Belt All conveyors shall be equipped with a gravity type take-up to minimize
Take-Ups tension effects in the scale area.
Belt Tracking
One problem in obtaining optimum belt scale accuracy is the effect of
belt tracking from an empty to a fully loaded condition. To enhance belt
tracking, the construction of the belting should have the necessary
flexibility to assure contact with all scale area idler rolls when the belt is
running empty. In addition, this also assures that the conveyed material
is being supported by the weighing idlers rather than by the carcass of the
conveyor belting. In no case shall the belt extend beyond the edge of the idler
roller for the entire length of the conveyor.
Scale Service Several idler manufactures make a scale service idler in which they hold
Idlers the tolerances on roller run out, backing heights and troughing angles.
Roller concentricity should not exceed 0.015". It is recommended that
idlers of this type be used in applications that require extreme
accuracies. The top grade idler, manufactured by most of the major idler
suppliers, under normal conditions, is an adequate idler for scale service
use. It may be required, however, to select a series of idlers that have
similar dimensions and troughing angles for scale service. All idlers
must be of the same manufacture, model and type.
Idler Deflection
Scale service idlers under design load should not deflect more than 0.02
percent of their width (Figure 2-13). Reinforcements should be added as
necessary to insure excessive deflection does not occur (Figure 2-14).
Idler Troughing
The use of idlers with steep troughing angles causes many problems.
Angles Not only does the beam or catenary effect of the belt become more
pronounced as the troughing increases, but the effect of idler
misalignment is amplified as well.
One very important function to perform at the time of installation of the scale
is to check out the alignment of all idlers within the weighing area. This is
done to help minimize the extraneous forces introduced into the weighing
system caused by changes in belt tension or other external forces as the belt
travels across the idlers.
Troughing angles of 35Ε or less are preferred for all high accuracy
installations. Troughing angles of 45Ε are acceptable under certain conditions
(please check with Thermo Electron).
Training Idlers It is extremely important that the belt tracks centrally from no load to
full load conditions. Training idlers are normally acceptable if located
beyond 60 feet from the belt scale centerline.
Idler Alignment The scale mounted idlers and five idlers to either side must be
dimensionally aligned. The weighing idlers and five idlers to either side
of the weighing idlers are very closely aligned to make as true a
weighing platform or section as possible. The installation of these idlers
is the most critical. Good idler alignment throughout the entire
conveyor is important to assure adequate and true belt tracking under all
load conditions.
Weightable
Installation This section is to be used as a guide in the installation of the Thermo
Ramsey Model 10-14 Weighbridge and associated scale area idlers. All
models are installed in the same manner, as the models differ only in
number of weigh idlers and the scale area idler spacing. Refer to
Installation drawings. The dimensions on these drawings must be
maintained within ±1/32 inch. Overall structure deflection must be
maintained within 0.025 inches (0.6 mm) between adjacent idlers.
1. Weighbridge
The Weighbridge is a factory-aligned assembly consisting of a
full floating weigh platform, two support beams and four
precision strain gauge loadcells applied in tension.
2. Weigh Idlers
The Weigh Idlers refer to those idlers mounted directly on the
Weighbridge.
3. Scale Area Idlers
The Scale Area Idlers refer to the weigh idlers and the group of
idlers located adjacent to and on either side of the weigh idlers.
The idlers are identified as plus (+) or minus (-) on the installation
drawing. At least five and as many as eight plus and minus idlers
are closely aligned with the weigh idlers. They are considered
part of the belt scale, and play an important role in overall belt
scale accuracy and operation.
Location
Select the scale location by following the outline in Section 2.2, Scale
Location Criteria. A partial listing of the required guidelines follows:
Site Preparation
After determination of scale location in the conveyor, proceed with site
preparation as follows:
1. Strengthen the conveyor framework. Refer to the installation drawing
for placement of required bracing and support legs.
2. Fishplate and weld together all conveyor sections in the region of the
scale.
3. Level the conveyor in the transverse plane between the minus 5 and plus
5 idlers.
4. All scale area idlers must be the same make, style, and model, and
should be in free-rolling and otherwise good mechanical condition.
5. Locate the exact center of the carry roll on all idlers from minus 5 to
plus 5. Permanently scribe or punch this center position on each carry
roll. In addition, perform the same procedure on the troughing and wing
rolls.
6. Depending on the model of scale (10-14-3 or 10-14-4) three or four
idlers must have there mounting brackets modified to be used as weigh
idlers. Refer to weigh idler modification drawing (Figure 2-16 or 2-17).
7. On scales for belt widths over 36 inches, the scale area idlers (plus 5 to
minus 5) should have a strengthening brace from the wing roll brace to
the bottom frame. This bracing strengthens the idler so it will not warp
under load. Refer to weigh idler modification drawing (Figure 2-16 or
2-17).
8. For ease in equipment installation and alignment, elevate or remove the
conveyor belting from the belt scale area. Belt clearance will be needed
from at least the minus 6 to plus 6 idler.
9. Remove the idlers from the section of the conveyor where the
weighbridge will be installed. Although not required, in most
installations it is easier to remove all idlers between the plus and minus
5 idlers.
Figure 2–17. Weigh Idler Modification 18" through 36" Belt Width
Notes
1. Troughing idler(s) supplied by customer.
2. Remove existing mounting feet or channel from idler by torch
cutting or sawing. Make cutouts as shown. Weld idler mounting
brackets, P/N 004350, in position as shown.
3. Mounting brackets must be equally spaced from idler centerline.
Figure 2–18. Weigh Idler Modification 42" through 96" Belt Width
Notes
1. Troughing idler(s) supplied by customer.
2. Fabricate steel channel gusset to suit idler. Gusset to be installed
before removing feet (see note 3) to prevent troughing angle from
being disturbed.
3. Remove existing mounting feet or channel from idler by torch
cutting or sawing. Make cutouts as shown. Weld idler mounting
brackets, P/N 004351, in position as shown.
4. Mounting brackets must be equally spaced from idler centerline.
Weighbridge
After selection of the scale location and preparation of the site, proceed
Installation with installation as follows:
Scale Idler Before proceeding with the scale area idler installation, make sure the
Installation following procedures have been completed:
1. Conveyor centerline has been established.
2. Minus 5 and plus 5 idlers are level and in fact, 1/4 inch above the
normal belt line.
3. The weighbridge is on the conveyor centerline, level and
equidistant from the minus and plus 5 idlers.
NOTE: The full floating weigh platform is attached to the
weighbridge supports by four strain gauge loadcells. If the
weighbridge supports are not level, weighing errors may result.
During initial calibration, loadcell balance is checked to insure
weight is applied equally to all four loadcells. See "Loadcell
Check By Millivolt" for this procedure.
4. Weighbridge shipping bolts and blocks have been removed.
Proceed with scale area idler installation.
5. Place modified weigh idler on the Weighbridge mounting pad
adjacent to the plus 1 idler.
12. This completes the weighbridge and scale area idler installation.
Prior to removing the string lines, complete the following checks:
a. Insure measurement between all idlers and reference
weigh idler are accurate to within ±1/32 inch.
b. All carry and trough rolls are shimmed to within ±1/32
inch of the reference height of the minus 5 and plus 5 idlers.
13. Remove all string lines.
14. Place conveyor belt back in place.
Electrical
Components Mounting sites should be selected with care in an effort to protect the
electronics from rapid and severe changes in ambient conditions.
Installation
Exciter Digitizer The loadcell digitizer should be mounted as close to the loadcells as
possible without being exposed to excessive vibration, heat or moisture.
The ideal mounting site would be on a reinforced section of the
conveyor next to the scale. Refer to installation drawings in the
appendix.
Some applications may require mounting the loadcell digitizer distant
from the loadcells. In such cases, a special loadcell cable should be
used, and a remote loadcell junction box is recommended for housing
the loadcell and remote excitation sense connections. Consult Thermo
Ramsey for cable and remote junction box recommendations.
NOTE: Loadcell cable extension must ALWAYS use shielded 6-
wire cable. Refer to Typical Field Wiring Diagram. Do not extend the
supplied loadcell cables unless necessary. If extension is necessary, the
maximum extension allowed is 200 feet.
General Your Thermo Electron Series 10-14 Belt Conveyor Scale is capable of very
accurate weighing, provided it is installed and maintained in complete
accordance with the instructions contained in this manual.
Accuracy
Thermo Electron Series 10-14 Belt Scale:
On factory approved installations, Thermo Electron warrants that the
total Precision Belt Scale will weigh and totalize with an error not to
exceed 1/4 of 1 percent of TEST LOAD at flow rates between 25 and
100 percent of scale system capacity. Normal installations can
accommodate a 50 percent overload without degradation of
performance.
TEST LOAD is defined as:
1. At least three (3) circuits or revolutions of the belt, and
2. At least 1000 counts on the Thermo Electron Integrator, and
3. At least ten (10) minutes running time.
These TEST LOAD conditions prevail regardless of the method of
testing; i.e., use of material calibration test, electronic test roller chain,
or static weight.
This performance warranty is conditioned upon:
1. Power being applied to the entire system for at least 4 hours prior to
initiation of the test,
2. The belt running for at least ½ hour prior to initiation of the test.
3. The entire system being installed, calibrated, operated, and
maintained in complete accordance with this instruction manual.
Or an
Check Points
Routine inspection of the following points should be conducted before
performing Maintenance Calibration.
1. Inspect for material wedged in weighbridge or excessive build-up
on weighbridge indicating conveyor belt overloads.
2. Be alert and watch for evidence of conveyor maintenance that has
occurred in the scale area since last calibration. Scale area is
defined as dimensional area between minus five approach scale
service idler and plus five retreat scale service idler. If
maintenance has been performed in this area then scale alignment
should be checked and corrected if necessary.
3. Measure weigh span on both sides of conveyor during calibration.
Weigh span dimension should never change.
4. Do not attempt calibration during adverse weather conditions such
as during high winds, rain, and snow. Calibrations should
correlate with average weather and operating conditions.
5. Most calibration errors can be traced to mechanical alignment,
housekeeping, and belt overloads. These problems tend to be
overlooked in an electro-mechanical belt scale. Expected
accuracy is proportional to maintenance.
6. Calibration should only be performed after the belt has been
running for at least 30 minutes. Optimum time is immediately
after it has been used.
Service and
Repair The maintenance information in this manual is designed to meet your
service needs. If you should encounter a problem that requires technical
Information assistance, you may call Thermo Electron Product Service at 800-227-
8891.
Thermo Electron also provides on-site service technicians to assist
customers with installation, set up, initial calibration, customer training,
maintenance, and repair. Contact the Thermo Ramsey Field Service
department at the number given below for current rate schedules and
scheduling.
Thermo Electron has a repair center located at our plant in Minneapolis,
Minnesota. Products that need system checkout or repair can be
returned to the plant with the Return Material Authorization (RMA)
form found on page 5-2.
1. Cleaning
Keep scale area clean of rocks, dust, and material build-up.
2. Lubrication
The weigh idlers should be greased once or twice yearly.
Overloading the weigh idlers with grease may change the tare
weight and place the scale out of calibration. Zero calibration is
necessary after greasing.
3. Belt Training
The belt must be trained to run true to the centerline of the idlers
in the area of the scale while running empty, as well as under
loaded conditions. Where this cannot be accomplished due to off-
center loading, the loading should be modified.
Where a belt does not train while empty but does train while
loaded, it will be necessary to train the belt over the scale area at
least during the calibration checks.
4. Belt Tension
It is important that conveyor conditions remain constant at all
times. Therefore, gravity-type take-ups are recommended on all
conveyors where belt scales are installed. Conveyors, which do
not have a constant tension device, will require calibration
whenever the belt tension changes and the take-up are readjusted.
5. Belt Loading
Extreme loading conditions, which cause flow rate of material above the
range of the instrument, must be avoided. Belt loading should be
adjusted to stay within the instrument range. Belt loading equal to 80
percent of range is recommended.
Conversely, very low flow rates, with respect to full scale range, may
produce low accuracy
Where extreme high or low flow rates, as described above, persist, the
scale range should be changed.
6. Material Sticking to the Belt
Trouble-
shooting If your belt scale fails to operate correctly during or after performing set
up and calibration, it is suggested to perform the procedure again and if
the problem persists follow the troubleshooting procedures below.
Calibration Frequent calibration shifts should be isolated to zero shifts or span shifts.
Shifts.
Zero Calibration
Zero shifts are normally associated with the conveying system. When a
Shifts zero shift occurs, the span will shift by a like number of TPH, this then
appears as a span shift.
Common causes of zero shifts:
1. Material build-up on the carriage/weighbridge.
2. Rocks lodged in the carriage/weighbridge.
3. Conveyor belt tracking.
4. Non-uniform conveyor training.
5. Conveyor belt belting stretch due to material temperature
variations.
6. Trouble in the electronic measuring components.
7. Severely overloaded load cell.
Span Calibration
Span shifts are normally associated with the electronic measuring of
Shifts components of the system, with one exception, which is conveyor belt
tension. A span shift is present if both points change by the same
percentage TPH.
Common causes of span shifts:
1. Change in conveyor belting tension.
2. Speed sensor roll build-up and/or slipping.
3. Conveyor scale alignment.
4. Severely overloaded load cell.
5. Trouble in electronic measuring components.
Field Wiring
1. Check for proper interconnection between components of the
system. All wiring must be as specified on the Field Wiring
drawing.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE A MEGGER FOR CHECKING FIELD
WIRING
2. Check all wiring and connections for continuity, shorts, and
grounds using an ohmmeter.
3. Loose connections, poor solder joints, shorted or broken wires and
unspecified grounds in wiring will cause erratic readings and
shifts in weight readings.
4. Check that grounding of all cable shields is made at only the
locations as specified on the Field Wiring drawing.
Loadcell Check
by Resistance Thermo Electron uses precision strain gauge loadcells with 3 mV/volt
sensitivity. To verify its operation, use the following procedure.
1. Disconnect load cell wires from field terminals in exciter
digitizer.
2. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between signal wires. Should
be 350 ohms ± 5 ohms.
3. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between excitation wires .
Should be 400 ohms ± 10%.
4. Check continuity between shield and all wires. All leads should
be open (infinite) from shield.
Loadcell Check
Verify loadcell operation by using a DC voltmeter capable of reading
by Millivolt millivolts.
1. Complete resistance check.
2. Reconnect all four excitation wires. DO NOT reconnect red and
white signal wires.
3. Measure excitation voltage across excitation wires. Voltage
should be 10 VDC ± 5%.
4. Measure signal voltage across signal positive and signal negative
on each loadcell. Reading must be within 0-30 mVDC.
5. The millivolt output is a direct relationship to weight applied. As
weight is increased, output should increase.
6. When the weighbridge is properly balanced the output from each
loadcell should be the same within 1.0 mVDC.
7. If a zero shift is suspected reinstall the shipping locks and
measure all loadcell outputs. Normal reading is 0 mVDC. A
slight positive shift of 0.1 or 0.2 mVDC is okay but a negative
shift would indicate a failure.
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in conflict with any patent. Please note that Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change and/or
improve the product design and specifications without notice
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 1‐1
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................................................ 1‐1
Features ............................................................................................................................................................. 1‐4
Standard Configuration ........................................................................................................................................ 1‐4
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................................................... 1‐5
Measuring .......................................................................................................................................................... 1‐5
Instantaneous Flow Rate Calculation .................................................................................................................................. 1‐6
Flow Totalization ............................................................................................................................................................... 1‐6
Zero and Span Automatic Calibrations ................................................................................................................................ 1‐7
Zero Tracking (AZT) .......................................................................................................................................................... 1‐7
Current Output Signals ...................................................................................................................................................... 1‐8
Monitoring .......................................................................................................................................................... 1‐8
Printing .............................................................................................................................................................. 1‐9
OPTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................. 1‐9
Communications ................................................................................................................................................. 1‐9
Load Out .......................................................................................................................................................... 1‐10
STORAGE AND HANDLING .......................................................................................................................................... 1‐11
Specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 1‐11
Model 2301 Integrator ........................................................................................................................................ 1‐11
2301-D Energizer Digitizer Hardware .................................................................................................................. 1‐14
Motherboard ..................................................................................................................................................... 1‐16
Optional Analog I/O Board B .............................................................................................................................. 1‐18
Optional Analog I/O Board A .............................................................................................................................. 1‐19
Communication Board A .................................................................................................................................... 1‐20
Allen-Bradley Remote I/O ................................................................................................................................... 1‐20
Profibus-DP ...................................................................................................................................................... 1‐20
DeviceNet ........................................................................................................................................................ 1‐20
Ethernet ........................................................................................................................................................... 1‐20
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................... 2‐1
OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................ 2‐1
FIELD MOUNT INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................................ 2‐1
Location ............................................................................................................................................................. 2‐2
Mounting ............................................................................................................................................................ 2‐2
Safety Precautions .............................................................................................................................................. 2‐3
Utility Connections (Incoming Power) .................................................................................................................... 2‐3
Wiring ................................................................................................................................................................ 2‐3
Connecting Incoming Power ............................................................................................................................................... 2‐4
Speed Sensor Termination ................................................................................................................................... 2‐5
PANEL MOUNT INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................... 2‐7
Location ............................................................................................................................................................. 2‐7
Mounting ............................................................................................................................................................ 2‐7
Safety Precautions .............................................................................................................................................. 2‐9
Utility Connections (Incoming Power) .................................................................................................................... 2‐9
Wiring ................................................................................................................................................................ 2‐9
Connecting Incoming Power ............................................................................................................................................. 2‐10
Speed Sensor Termination ................................................................................................................................. 2‐10
DIGITIZER INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................................... 2‐12
Location ........................................................................................................................................................... 2‐12
Mounting .......................................................................................................................................................... 2‐12
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................ 2‐13
Utility Connections (Incoming Power) .................................................................................................................. 2‐14
Wiring .............................................................................................................................................................. 2‐14
Connecting Incoming Power ............................................................................................................................................. 2‐15
Speed Sensor Termination ................................................................................................................................. 2‐15
CONFIGURING THE INTEGRATOR ................................................................................................................................. 2‐17
Configuration Jumpers and Switches .................................................................................................................. 2‐17
AC Voltage Input Power Switches ..................................................................................................................................... 2‐17
Integrator/Digitizer COMM Link Jumpers ............................................................................................................. 2‐18
General Purpose Digital Inputs ........................................................................................................................... 2‐19
Digital Outputs .................................................................................................................................................. 2‐19
Field Terminal Board (Field Mount Only) .............................................................................................................. 2‐20
Analog Input/Output .......................................................................................................................................... 2‐21
Configuration A ............................................................................................................................................................... 2‐21
Configuration B ............................................................................................................................................................... 2‐21
Communications Board ...................................................................................................................................... 2‐23
CONFIGURING THE DIGITIZER ..................................................................................................................................... 2‐24
Power Switches ................................................................................................................................................ 2‐25
DIP Switches .................................................................................................................................................... 2‐25
Status Indicators ............................................................................................................................................... 2‐26
Optional (OP) Jumpers ...................................................................................................................................... 2‐26
INITIAL SETUP PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................................................ 2‐27
Determining Installation Parameters .................................................................................................................... 2‐27
Programming the Integrator ................................................................................................................................ 2‐38
Completing the Calibration Procedure ................................................................................................................. 2‐58
Correcting a Calibration Procedure Failure .......................................................................................................... 2‐59
CHAPTER 3 OPERATION .................................................................................................................................... 3‐1
OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................ 3‐1
FRONT PANEL ........................................................................................................................................................... 3‐2
Led Status Indicators ........................................................................................................................................... 3‐2
Keyboard ........................................................................................................................................................... 3‐3
Display ............................................................................................................................................................... 3‐3
MENU DISPLAYS ........................................................................................................................................................ 3‐4
Making Hardware Changes .................................................................................................................................. 3‐5
ABOUT THE RUN MENU ............................................................................................................................................... 3‐6
Using the Main Run ............................................................................................................................................. 3‐7
Using Reset Total ................................................................................................................................................ 3‐7
About Material Calibration .................................................................................................................................... 3‐8
About Alarms ...................................................................................................................................................... 3‐8
USING THE PRINT KEY ................................................................................................................................................ 3‐8
USING THE TOTAL KEY .............................................................................................................................................. 3‐11
Reset Total Screen ............................................................................................................................................ 3‐11
Master Total Screen .......................................................................................................................................... 3‐11
Load Out Total Screen (Optional) ....................................................................................................................... 3‐11
Clearing Totals .................................................................................................................................................. 3‐12
USING THE START AND STOP KEYS ............................................................................................................................. 3‐12
PERFORMING CALIBRATION FUNCTIONS ....................................................................................................................... 3‐12
Auto Zero ......................................................................................................................................................... 3‐12
Auto Zero Calibration Error .............................................................................................................................................. 3‐14
Manual Zero ..................................................................................................................................................... 3‐14
USING THE SPAN CALIBRATE SCREEN .......................................................................................................................... 3‐15
Auto Span ........................................................................................................................................................ 3‐16
Starting A Chain Calibration ............................................................................................................................................. 3‐16
Starting A Test Weights Calibration ................................................................................................................................... 3‐17
Executing the Span Calibration ......................................................................................................................................... 3‐18
Material Factor ................................................................................................................................................................ 3‐19
Recording the New Span ................................................................................................................................................. 3‐20
Ending an Auto-Span Procedure with Chains or Test Weights ............................................................................................. 3‐21
Ending an Auto-Span Procedure with R-Cal ....................................................................................................................... 3‐21
MANUAL SPAN ......................................................................................................................................................... 3‐22
PERFORMING A MATERIAL CALIBRATION ...................................................................................................................... 3‐22
CHANGING THE PROTECTION LEVEL ............................................................................................................................ 3‐26
Temporarily Changing the Protection Level .......................................................................................................... 3‐27
Change Passwords ......................................................................................................................................................... 3‐28
PERMANENT SETUP RECORD ..................................................................................................................................... 3‐31
PERMANENT FIELD RECORD ...................................................................................................................................... 3‐43
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................. 4‐1
CLEANING ................................................................................................................................................................ 4‐1
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................................................... 4‐1
Initial Checklist .................................................................................................................................................... 4‐2
Using the Integrated Troubleshooting Features ...................................................................................................... 4‐2
Alarm Message ................................................................................................................................................... 4‐2
Integrator Cold Start ............................................................................................................................................ 4‐9
Internal Test Procedure ....................................................................................................................................... 4‐9
Load Cell Excitation and Signal Voltage .............................................................................................................. 4‐11
Resetting Master Total Procedure ....................................................................................................................... 4‐11
Resetting if No Password ................................................................................................................................................. 4‐11
Resetting with an Active Password ................................................................................................................................... 4‐12
Removing a Forgotten Password ........................................................................................................................ 4‐13
LITHIUM BATTERY REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................................................ 4‐14
CHAPTER 5 SERVICE, REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PARTS ................................................................................. 5‐1
PARTS ORDERING INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................... 5‐2
PHONE/FAX CONTACTS FOR THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC OFFICES ..................................................................................... 5‐3
DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS WASTE ................................................................................................................................ 5‐4
PARTS LIST .............................................................................................................................................................. 5‐4
APPENDIX A MENUS ................................................................................................................................. A‐1
ALL ABOUT THE MAIN MENU SCREENS ........................................................................................................................... A‐1
MAIN MENU 1 – CALIBRATION MENU .............................................................................................................................. A‐3
Zero Calibrate Screens ........................................................................................................................................ A‐3
Zero Cal Screen ................................................................................................................................................................ A‐3
Auto Zeroing Screen ......................................................................................................................................................... A‐3
Warning Belt Stopped Screen............................................................................................................................................. A‐4
Auto Zero Complete Screen ............................................................................................................................................... A‐4
Zero Changed Screen ....................................................................................................................................................... A‐4
Manual Zero Screen .......................................................................................................................................................... A‐5
Span Calibration Screens ..................................................................................................................................... A‐5
Auto Span R Cal Screen .................................................................................................................................................... A‐5
Auto Span Chain Screens .................................................................................................................................................. A‐6
Auto Span Weights Screen ................................................................................................................................................ A‐7
Auto Spanning Screen ....................................................................................................................................................... A‐8
Auto Span Complete Screen (Unfactor Calcon) .................................................................................................................... A‐8
R-Cal Material Factor Screens ............................................................................................................................................ A‐9
Auto Span Complete Screen .............................................................................................................................................. A‐9
Span # Changed Screen .................................................................................................................................................. A‐10
Span Unchanged Screen ................................................................................................................................................. A‐10
Remove Chains (or Weights) Screen ................................................................................................................................ A‐10
Manual Span Screen ....................................................................................................................................................... A‐11
Material Calibration Screens ............................................................................................................................... A‐11
Material Calibration Screens ............................................................................................................................................ A‐11
Mat’l Cal. Complete Screen .............................................................................................................................................. A‐12
Span # Changed Screen .................................................................................................................................................. A‐13
R-CAL Matl Factor Screens .............................................................................................................................................. A‐13
Mat’l Calibration Add Reference Screen ............................................................................................................................ A‐14
MAIN MENU 2 SETUP AND CONFIGURATION MENUS ........................................................................................................ A‐14
Display Screens ................................................................................................................................................ A‐15
Configure Basic Units of Measure Screen .......................................................................................................................... A‐15
Configure Totalization Units of Measure Screen ................................................................................................................. A‐15
Configure Units of Length Screen ..................................................................................................................................... A‐15
Configure Rate Units Screen ............................................................................................................................................ A‐16
Configure Load Cell Units Screen ..................................................................................................................................... A‐16
Define Language Screen ................................................................................................................................................. A‐16
Define Time and Date Format Screens .............................................................................................................................. A‐16
Configure RUN Display Line Screen.................................................................................................................................. A‐17
Set Damping Factors for Display Screens .......................................................................................................................... A‐17
Scale Data Screens ........................................................................................................................................... A‐18
Set Scale Capacity Screen ............................................................................................................................................... A‐18
Define Scale Division Screen ........................................................................................................................................... A‐18
Select the Weighbridge Model Screen ............................................................................................................................... A‐19
Detail Mechanical Parameters of the Frame Screens .......................................................................................................... A‐19
Define Dimensional Parameters Screens ........................................................................................................................... A‐22
Define Load Cells Screen ................................................................................................................................................ A‐22
Define Speed Input Screen .............................................................................................................................................. A‐24
Set the Dead Band Screen ............................................................................................................................................... A‐24
Weights and Measures Mode Screen ................................................................................................................................ A‐24
Calib Data Screens ........................................................................................................................................... A‐25
Define the Calibration Mode Screen .................................................................................................................................. A‐25
Detail the R-Cal Parameters Screen.................................................................................................................................. A‐25
Detail the Chains Parameters Screens .............................................................................................................................. A‐26
Detail the Test Weight Parameters Screen......................................................................................................................... A‐26
Calibration Interval Screens ............................................................................................................................................. A‐27
Material Factor Screens ................................................................................................................................................... A‐27
Calibration Test Duration Screens ..................................................................................................................................... A‐28
Acquire the Test Duration Screen ..................................................................................................................................... A‐28
Full Test Duration Acquisition Screen ................................................................................................................................ A‐28
Auto Count Belt Revolutions Screen ................................................................................................................................. A‐29
Partial Test Duration Acquisition Screens .......................................................................................................................... A‐30
Manual Entry of Test Duration Screens ............................................................................................................................. A‐31
Define Auto Zero Tracking Screens ................................................................................................................................... A‐33
Speed Capacity Screen ................................................................................................................................................... A‐35
Auto Zero Max Deviation Screen ...................................................................................................................................... A‐35
Zero Reference Screen ................................................................................................................................................... A‐36
Zero Ready .................................................................................................................................................................... A‐36
MAIN MENU 3 – SECURITY, DIAGNOSTICS AND TESTS ..................................................................................................... A‐37
Protection Level Screens ................................................................................................................................... A‐37
Temporarily Changing System Protection Screens ............................................................................................................. A‐38
Diagnostics Screens .......................................................................................................................................... A‐39
A/D Raw Data Screen ..................................................................................................................................................... A‐39
Readout Load Cell mV Screen ......................................................................................................................................... A‐39
Change Prescaler Screens .............................................................................................................................................. A‐40
Change Passwords Screens ............................................................................................................................................ A‐41
Display Software Version Screen ...................................................................................................................................... A‐42
Setup Date and Time Screens .......................................................................................................................................... A‐43
Check Hardware Configuration Screens ............................................................................................................................ A‐43
Digitizer COMM Setup Screen .......................................................................................................................................... A‐45
Test Screens .................................................................................................................................................... A‐45
Lamp Test Screen ........................................................................................................................................................... A‐45
Unit Self Test Screens ..................................................................................................................................................... A‐46
Test Digital Inputs Screen ................................................................................................................................................ A‐46
Test Digital Outputs Screens ............................................................................................................................................ A‐47
Test Current Outputs Screens .......................................................................................................................................... A‐48
Test Current Inputs Screen .............................................................................................................................................. A‐48
Test Communication A .................................................................................................................................................... A‐49
Test Communication B Screen ......................................................................................................................................... A‐49
Test Load Out or DIO Input Board Screen ......................................................................................................................... A‐49
Test DIO Output Board .................................................................................................................................................... A‐50
Test the CPU Serial Line .................................................................................................................................................. A‐50
Test Integrator/Digitizer Communication Link Screen .......................................................................................................... A‐50
Test Digitizer Switch Banks Screen ................................................................................................................................... A‐51
Test the Keyboard and Switches Screen ........................................................................................................................... A‐51
MAIN MENU 4 – DEFINING I/O AND ALARMS .................................................................................................................. A‐51
I/O Definition Screens ........................................................................................................................................ A‐51
Define Current Outputs Screens ....................................................................................................................................... A‐52
Define Analog Inputs Screen ............................................................................................................................................ A‐54
Moisture Compensation Input Screen ................................................................................................................................ A‐55
Inclination Compensation Input Screens ............................................................................................................................ A‐55
Define Digital Inputs Screens ........................................................................................................................................... A‐56
Define Digital Outputs Screens ......................................................................................................................................... A‐59
Define Remote Totalizer Output Screens ........................................................................................................................... A‐62
Clip Detector Option ........................................................................................................................................................ A‐63
Alarm Definition Screens .................................................................................................................................... A‐64
Define Rate Alarm Screens .............................................................................................................................................. A‐65
Define Load Alarm Screens .............................................................................................................................................. A‐66
Define Speed Alarm Screens ........................................................................................................................................... A‐67
Setup Alarm Modes Screen .............................................................................................................................................. A‐68
MAIN MENU 5 – SERIAL OPTIONS ................................................................................................................................ A‐68
Communication A Screens ................................................................................................................................. A‐69
Printer Screens ................................................................................................................................................. A‐73
Handshaking Screens ..................................................................................................................................................... A‐73
Periodical Printing Screens .............................................................................................................................................. A‐75
Print Format Screens ....................................................................................................................................................... A‐75
Printer Screen ................................................................................................................................................................ A‐82
MAIN MENU 6 – AUDIT TRAILS AND LINEARIZATION ......................................................................................................... A‐83
Audit Trail Screens ............................................................................................................................................ A‐83
Linearization ..................................................................................................................................................... A‐85
APPENDIX B WEIGHBRIDGE PHYSICAL PARAMETERS ................................................................................ B‐1
TYPICAL WEIGHBRIDGES ............................................................................................................................................. B‐2
RULES FOR ENTERING WEIGHBRIDGE PARAMETERS ......................................................................................................... B‐5
TABLES FOR THERMO SCIENTIFIC WEIGHBRIDGES ............................................................................................................ B‐5
APPENDIX C DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT ......................................................................................................... C‐1
OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................ C‐1
MOTHERBOARD DIGITAL I/O ......................................................................................................................................... C‐1
DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT BOARD CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................................. C‐3
Board Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ C‐6
BCD INPUT OPTION ................................................................................................................................................... C‐8
APPENDIX D MISCELLANEOUS DOCUMENTS ............................................................................................. D‐1
LIST OF TABLES & FIGURES
This chapter introduces you to the Micro Tech™ 2000 Model 2301 Integrator, and
includes the following information:
System The Field Mount Integrator (Figure 1-1) or Panel Mount Integrator (Figure 1-2) is a
micro-computer driven instrument used for deriving rate and quantity of flowing
Description material from signals representing the weight of a segment of moving material
(pounds/foot) and its velocity (feet/minute).
By processing these two input signals, the Integrator delivers visible and electrical
output representing:
The Micro-Tech Model 2301-D Exciter Digitizer (Figure 1-3) supplies strain gauge load
cell excitation and converts the force signals from the load cells to an accurate, stable
digital output for use by the Integrator.
The Integrator has provisions for the following inputs and outputs (I/O) (Table 1-1):
Description Quantity
Programmable logical inputs 3
Programmable logical outputs 3
Fault output 1
Remote totalization
Remote flow rate, belt loading or belt speed
Communications
Field bus
The Integrator also provides a variety of automatic and check functions for calibration
and maintenance. (For more information on system maintenance, see Chapter 4:
Maintenance and Troubleshooting.
Information is exchanged between the Exciter Digitizer and the Integrator via a RS-
485 COMM link.
Features The Integrator includes the following standard and optional features (Table 1-2):
Standard Optional
Menu driven scroll entries / four line
Software options
display
LED status indicators (5) Audit trail
Serial communications with other
Visible and electrical outputs
devices
Field bus communications with other
Automatic zero and span calibration
devices
Auto zero tracking
Optocoupled digital inputs and outputs
Alarm and feature detection
Communication via RS232C, RS485
networking and multidrop, 20mA current
loop passive
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Profibus-DP
Standard The NTEP version includes the standard boards and output module plus the following
additional items:
Configuration
A COM board for printing
An output module for high-low flow rate alarms
Additional circuit board expansion slots are available. The following boards can be
inserted:
Functional The Integrator is designed for belt scales, and is capable of performing all the
necessary measuring functions.
Description
All of the standard functions are resident in the microprocessor software. Optional
functions are automatically enabled when the relevant hardware is installed, or after
the operator has selected the function using the keyboard. In all cases, there is no
need for special software.
“Measuring”
“Monitoring”
“Printing”
“Communications”
“Load Out”
Measuring The Integrator / Exciter Digitizer can be directly connected to up to six 350-ohm load
cells, and receives the signal of a speed sensor in order to calculate belt speed, belt
loading and feed rate.
Rate is integrated in time to calculate the total amount of material conveyed by the
belt, and is displayed in three individual registers:
Total
Reset total
Operator total
The Integrator can perform automatic zero and span calibrations. When the belt is
running and the rate is below a certain percentage, the Integrator can perform auto
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zero tracking to minimize the error of zero due to material and dust.
Analog (current) output signals can be generated to transmit rate, speed or belt
loading to other control devices.
Displayed variables and analog outputs can be smoothed via damping filters,
individually programmable.
Instantaneous Flow Rate The signal delivered by the load cells, which represents the weight per unit length of
Calculation the belt (lbs/ft), is multiplied by the signal delivered by the speed transmitter, which
represents the belt speed (ft/min). The result of this operation is the instantaneous
flow rate (lbs/ft x ft/min = lbs/min).
The instantaneous flow rate is then multiplied by a suitable constant to obtain the
value in the required engineering units (kg/h, ton/h, etc.).
An adjustable damping filter is provided separately for displayed rate and current
outputs.
Flow Totalization The total is accumulated by multiplying mass per unit length by incremental length and
totalizing the result in engineering units.
The first memory (Master total) cannot be reset. This assures that the data is
not lost because of an unwanted reset.
The second and third memories (Reset and Operator total) can be reset by
the operator and are normally used for shift or daily totalization.
To calculate the exact number of revolutions, the instrument counts the pulses
delivered by the speed transmitter (one pulse represents a specific belt length). When
the required number of pulses is reached, the instrument ends the calibration test and
compares the actual totalized value to the theoretical value (0 for zero calibration),
and calculates the calibration constant.
The calibration constant is a calculated value that can be factored based on an actual
material test.
Zero Tracking (AZT) Under a preset minimum flow rate when enabled, the instrument makes subsequent
automatic zero calibrations with the following sequence:
1. Waits for belt warm-up time if speed has dropped to zero (“Z” flashes for 5
seconds and then is steady for 5 seconds).
2. Waits for one-half of the time of the test duration (a solid “Z” displays).
4. Performs automatic zero for one test duration (correction limited to Auto Zero
step).
5. Continuously repeats the above zero calibration sequence as long as the feed
rate remains below the AZT preset value.
If the new zero calculated by automatic zero tracking function exceeds either value,
an alarm is generated and the new zero is not installed. The AZT reference value for
zero is set every time an Auto Zero or Manual Zero is performed.
Current Output Signals The instrument is equipped with one current output signal (0-20/4-20 mA) that can be
upgraded to two* by adding one board. The choice of the signal type is made through
the keyboard. Each current output can be programmed by keyboard to deliver one of
the following signals:
Flow rate
Belt loading
Belt speed
Each output has its own adjustable damping and programmable time or length delay.
NOTE: While there are three variables the analog output can be configured to
represent, the Model 2301 Integrator can only support two active outputs.
Monitoring The Integrator is equipped with an indication system. Indication can be in the form of:
Status indications
Process alarms
Programming errors
Equipment (hardware) failures
Alarms are visible on the display and can be acknowledged and reset through
keyboard, digital input or serial line. Alarms can be delayed to avoid intervention in
case of short time peaks.
You can program each individual alarm to operate as a simple alarm, a shut down
function, or the alarm can be ignored.
Two LED's indicate the cumulative status of alarms and shut-down, and digital outputs
are also provided for the following:
Hardware failure
Printing Periodical and under command prints are obtained by connecting a serial printer to an
optional communication board. Time and date are permanently stored in Integrator
memory and are updated even in case of power loss.
You can also print out the entire configuration of the instrument.
Options The Integrator supports optional communications and load out functions.
Communications You can configure the Integrator to use the following communication functions:
Only one field Marshal card can be installed in a Micro-Tech. The Field
Marshal board can be installed in any available motherboard expansion slot.
After the board is installed and power has been restored, the instrument
automatically detects the new board and adds the communication setup
scrolls to the main Menu scrolls. The Micro-Tech refers to the COMM A board
installed in the lower numbered slot as COM 1, and the second board (if
installed) as COM 2.
Two COMM A boards may be installed; one can be set up for printing, the
other one can be a Field Marshal DeviceNet network card for connecting to a
PLC or other DeviceNet Master. The system cannot support two printers or
two communication lines DeviceNet & DF1 simultaneously.
Time and date setup screens become visible after the COMM board is
installed.
The Micro-Tech 2000 Integrator COMM option meets the year 2000
requirements.
Load Out The Load Out option includes additional hardware designed to make the Integrator
control a batch sequence. Once the system has been set up, the operator enters the
load size and gives the start command. All functions are then controlled by the
Integrator.
If the load out option is installed, the START and STOP keys on the front panel are
operable.
Specifications This section includes general and environmental specifications for the following:
Environmental
Indoor/Outdoor
Should be mounted as close to the load cells as possible without being exposed to
excessive heat, or moisture.
Altitude
Up to 6,561 feet (2000 M)
Storage Temperature
+40º to +158º F (-40º to +70º C)
Operating Temperature
+14º to +122º F (-10º to +50º C)
Humidity
Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31 degree C decreasing
linearly to 50% humidity at 40 degree C
Pollution Degree
2
AC Power Supply
EMI/RFI protection
110/120/220/240 VAC input selection by means of TWO switches (UL, CSA, VDE
approved) mounted internally
50/60 Hz transformer
DC Power Supply
Auxiliary Power Supply Output (Alarm Contacts, etc.)
Output voltage: +24 VDC +27/-21% (19.0/30.4) (unregulated)
Isolation: Yes 500 volts
Output ripple: 1.0 V peak to peak typical
Output current: 600 mA maximum
Short-circuit protection
Weight Input
EIA-485/4 wire link between Integrator and Digitizer
Modbus compatible software protocol
9600 baud rate
4,000 feet maximum distance
Speed Input
Speed Sensor (Figure 1-4)
Comparator based input with hysteresis
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Optically isolated
Built in current source for dry contact use
Powered by +24 V DIO supply or +20 V SPU supply
Type: Jumper selectable:
Voltage/current or contact closure type sensor
Compatible with all Thermo Scientific speed sensors
Frequency range:
Voltage/current type sensor: 0.25 to 2.0 kHz
Contact closure type sensor: 0.25 to 30 Hz
Low threshold: +1.0 VDC min
High threshold: +3.2 VDC max
Low or high pulse duration:
Voltage/current type sensor: 200 us minimum
Contact closure type sensor: 15 ms minimum
Hysteresis: 0.5 VDC minimum
Input impedance: 10 k ohm typical, 500 ohm minimum
Input source current: -2 mA nom. at 0 VDC
Maximum non-destructive input voltage: ±50 V peak, continuous
Cable length: 1 mile, using 18 AWG shielded cable, Thermo Scientific Series “60”
speed sensors
Environmental
Indoor/Outdoor
Should be mounted as close to the load cells as possible without being exposed to
excessive heat, or moisture
Altitude
Up to 6,561 feet (2000 M)
Storage Temperature
-40º to +158º F (-40º to +70º C)
Operating Temperature
+14º to +122º F (-10º to +50º C)
Humidity
Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31 degree C decreasing
linearly to 50% humidity at 40 degree C
Pollution Degree
2
Power Requirements
Normal Voltage
115/230 VAC, Selectable
Nominal Frequency
50/60 Hz
Operating Range
Nominal voltage +10% - 15%
Operating Current
.50 / .45 / .25 / .23 Amps
Fusing
L1 side of line
1.0 Amp Slo-Blo 115 VAC, Type T
0.50 Amp Slo-Blo 230 VAC, Type T
Maximum Non-Destructive Voltage
150/300 VAC for 1 minute
Power Switch
Switches both L1 and L2
Over Voltage
Category II
Digital Inputs/Outputs
Up to four inputs or outputs, or any combination of four inputs/outputs.
Digital AC or DC Input Modules
LED status indicator
4000 Vrms input-to-output isolation
Output voltage drop: 0.4 volts at 50 mA
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Output current: 50 mA
Digital AC or DC Output Modules
Current Rating: At 45º C ambient 3A. At 70º C ambient 2A
4000 Vrms input-to-output isolation
The Panel Mount Integrator version only accepts a dry contact input. See Appendix
C: “Digital Input/Output” for specifications and a typical wiring diagram.
The Panel Mount Integrator version outputs are 24 VDC open collector. See Appendix
C: “Digital Input/Output” for specifications and a typical wiring diagram.
Clock Calendar
Type
Dallas DS1285 with battery backup
provisions of clock/calendar with integrated battery
Allen-Bradley Refer to Allen-Bradley Remote I/O manual (REC 4012) if this option is installed.
Remote I/O
This chapter describes the Integrator and Exciter Digitizer installation procedure and
includes the following information:
Installation procedures for both the Field Mount and Panel Mount Integrator,
and the Exciter Digitizer
Overview After installing the Integrator, you setup the instrument. The initial programming is a
machine directed procedure that prompts you to enter the required conveyor and belt
scale parameters. After all parameters have been entered, the instrument performs an
unassisted zero and span calibration.
Field Mount This section describes the installation procedures for the Field Mount Integrator and
includes the following information:
Installation
Acceptable mounting locations
Mounting procedure
Mounting Mount the Integrator to a rigid, flat, vertical surface using four mounting holes provided
on the back of the enclosure (Figure 2-1).
Care should be taken to insure the mounting surface is flat so as not to twist or warp
the fiberglass enclosure when tightening the mounting bolts.
Figure 2-1. Electrical & Mounting Guidelines for Field Mount Integrator
Installation
Utility Connections
(Incoming Power)
CAUTION. Do not connect power until you have read and understood this entire
section. Improper connection may result in damage to your Integrator.
The following rules and cautions apply to connecting power to your Integrator:
Verify that the input voltage is correct with an AC voltmeter before you
connect it to the Integrator.
Earth ground must be provided to the Integrator. Do not use conduit to
provide this ground.
A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the fixed
wiring.
Refer to the field wiring diagram (Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3) as a guide if you
do not have a specific wiring diagram for your system. Follow your local
electrical codes and regulations for minimum wire size and routing.
Connecting Incoming All units shipped from the factory are configured for 120 VAC. If another input
Power selection is desired, refer to “Determining Installation Parameters”.
NOTE: Refer to Figure 2-1 and field wiring diagrams Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3.
1. Rotate the screw latch mounted on the lower left corner of the front chassis
counterclockwise.
2. Open the door.
3. Route incoming power wiring through a conduit hole at the bottom right of the
enclosure. Leave enough loose wiring so that if the field terminal board is
moved, there will be enough length. Typically, eight inches is sufficient.
4. Wire safety ground terminal located on the side of the chassis.
5. Wire HOT to H on TB7.
6. Wire NEUTRAL to N on TB7.
7. If additional I/O is required operation at line voltages, these wires should be
routed through a conduit hole on the bottom right of the enclosure. Leave
enough loose wiring so that if the field terminal board is moved, there will be
enough length. Typically, eight inches is sufficient.
8. All additional field wiring operation at voltages less than 30 V must be located
on the left bottom of the enclosure. Leave enough loose wiring so that if the
field terminal board is moved, there will be enough length. Typically, eight
inches is sufficient.
9. Close front chassis cover and rotate screw lock on lower left corner
counterclockwise until locked.
10. Verify door is locked.
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Speed Sensor The speed sensor can be terminated in the Integrator, or it can be terminated in the
Digitizer.
Termination
If the speed sensor is terminated in the Digitizer, the speed input signal is transmitted
to the Integrator via the Integrator/Digitizer COMM link.
Mounting procedure
Location The panel mounted Integrator is suitable for mounting in a control panel. The control
panel should not be exposed to excessive heat, moisture or vibration. The front bezel,
when properly seated, forms a dust seal.
Two (2) inch clearance around the top and bottom of the Integrator is required for
convection cooling.
Clearance in the back is necessary for wiring access and fuse replacement.
Clearance on the side is necessary for inserting the chassis holding brackets from the
back after insertion of the Integrator.
NOTE: The large rubber band shipped with the unit can be used to hold the clamp
brackets in place during installation.
1. Provide a cutout in the panel. See Figure 2-4 for panel cutout, outline and
mounting dimensions.
2. Insert the Integrator after removing the holding brackets (Figure 2-5).
(Remove the clamp brackets and side chassis assembly through the front of
the cut-out.)
3. From the back, insert the holding brackets on both sides of the Integrator.
4. Tighten the holding brackets to support the Integrator and form the dust seal.
(Tighten threaded rods against the back of the panel until the unit is secure.)
Do not connect power to the electronics, nor turn on the unit until you have
read and understood this entire manual. The precautions and procedures
presented in this manual must be followed carefully in order to prevent
equipment damage and protect the operator from possible injury.
Hands and clothing must be kept away from all moving or rotating parts.
All panels covering the electronics must be in place and tight before wash
down procedures. Damage to the electronics could result from water,
moisture, or contamination in the electronics housing.
Utility Connections
(Incoming Power)
CAUTION. Do not install, operate, or perform any maintenance procedures until you
have read the following safety precautions.
The following rules and cautions apply to connecting power to your Integrator:
Verify that the input voltage is correct with an AC voltmeter before you
connect it to the Integrator.
2. Do not route load cell and signal cables in the same conduit with power
cables or any large source of electrical noise.
Connecting Incoming All units shipped from the factory are configured for 120 VAC. If another input
Power selection is desired, refer to “Determining Installation Parameters”.
NOTE. Refer to Figure 2-4 and field wiring diagram Figure 2-6.
2. Wire safety ground terminal located on the right back side of the enclosure.
Speed Sensor The speed sensor can be terminated in the Integrator, or it can be terminated in the
Digitizer.
Termination
If the speed sensor is terminated in the Digitizer, the speed input signal is transmitted
to the Integrator via the Integrator/Digitizer COMM link.
Location The load cell Digitizer should be mounted as close to the load cells as possible
without being exposed to excessive vibration, heat or moisture. The ideal mounting
site would be on a reinforced section of the conveyor, next to the scale (Figure 2-7).
Some applications may require mounting the load cell Digitizer distant from the load
cells. In such cases, a special 6-wire load cell cable should be used, and a remote
load cell junction box is recommended for housing the load cell and remote excitation
sense connections. Consult the factory for cable and remote junction box
recommendations.
NOTE: Load cell extension must always use shielded 6-wire cable (Figure 2-8). Do
not extend the supplied load cell cables unless absolutely necessary. If extension is
necessary, the maximum allowable extension is 200 feet.
1. Mount the load cell Digitizer on the conveyor adjacent to the load cell cables
(Figure 2-7). The pre-punched holes in the bottom of the enclosure are for
the load cell cables.
NOTE: It is recommended that the chassis be removed from the enclosure to prevent
any damage during the hold punching process. Do not punch holes in the top or
sides for conduit entrance.
Safety Precautions
CAUTION. Do not install, operate, or perform any maintenance procedures until you
have read the following safety precautions.
Do not connect power to the electronics, nor turn on the unit until you have
read and understood this entire manual. The precautions and procedures
presented in this manual must be followed carefully in order to prevent
equipment damage and protect the operator from possible injury.
Hands and clothing must be kept away from all moving or rotating parts.
Incoming voltages must be checked with a voltmeter before being connected
to the electronics.
Objects should never be placed or stored on the Integrator or Exciter Digitizer.
All panels covering the electronics must be in place and tight before wash
down procedures. Damage to the electronics could result from water,
moisture, or contamination in the electronics housing.
The following rules and cautions apply to connecting power to your Digitizer:
Verify that the input voltage is correct with an AC voltmeter before you
connect it to the Digitizer.
Earth ground must be provided to the Digitizer. Do not use conduit to provide
this ground.
Refer to the field wiring diagram (figure 2-8)) as a guide if you do not have a
specific wiring diagram for your system. Follow your local electrical codes and
regulations for minimum wire size and routing.
Do not route load cell and signal cables in the same conduit with power
cables or any large source of electrical noise.
Earth ground all enclosures and conduit. A ground connection between all
conduits is required.
Stranded, rather than solid, wire should be used. This wiring should be long
enough, and routed to allow the chassis to be removed from the front for
servicing.
Check that all wires are tight in their connectors. This is particularly important
for the load cell connections.
Connecting Incoming All units shipped from the factory are in 115 VAC position. If 230 VAC is required,
Power select SW1 to 230 VAC.
NOTE: Refer to Figure 2-7 and field wiring diagram Figure 2-8.
Speed Sensor The speed sensor can be terminated in the Integrator, or it can be terminated in the
Digitizer.
Termination
If the speed sensor is terminated in the Digitizer, the speed input signal is transmitted
to the Integrator via the Integrator/Digitizer COMM link.
Wire jumpers are installed at the factory for the instrument ordered, and should not
have to be reconfigured in the field.
This section describes the switches and removable jumpers, as well as their default
positions, and includes the following information:
AC voltage input power selection settings
Integrator / Digitizer COMM link settings
Settings for general purpose digital inputs and outputs
Field terminal board settings
Analog input and output configuration
Communications board jumper settings
Configuration This section includes settings for jumpers and switches, and includes the following
information:
Jumpers and
Switches
AC Voltage Input Power AC voltage input power selection SW1 and SW2 are located on the right center
Switches section of the motherboard (Figure 2-9).
Integrator/Digitizer The COMM link board is located in the number 6 card slot on the Integrator
motherboard (Figure 2-9). Presumably, jumpers have been set at the factory (Figure
COMM Link Jumpers
2-10).
Jumpers
Mode OP1 OP2 OP3 OP4 OP5 OP6
RS-485 “B” “A” “B” “B” “A” “A” Default
General Purpose There are provisions for three status input optional OPTO22 plug-in modules on the
field terminal board. The programmable inputs can be configured as normally open or
Digital Inputs
normally closed. External AC or DC power for input logic is required.
External Alarm 1
External Alarm 2
External Alarm 3
Print
Belt Running
Reset Total
Reset Alarm
Auto Zero
Remote Auto Zero
Clip Detector
Batch Start Command
Batch Stop Command
Batch Start-Up Command
Digital Outputs Provisions for four programmable output optional OPTO22 plug-in modules are
located on the field terminal board. The digital outputs have the following
characteristics:
The fourth digital output is permanently assigned as Integrator fault. The fault
output is normally closed, and cannot be reconfigured or used as a
programmable output.
Alarm Cumulative
Shutdown Cumulative
Ready
High Load
Low Load
High Rate
Low Rate
High Speed
Low Speed
Totalization Pulse (Remote Counter)
Batch Preset Reach
Batch End
Print Ready
Load WTS (Weights)
Out of Range
Deviation Alarms
Field Terminal Board The field terminal board is available on the field mount version only. It is not available
on the panel mount version. An optional solid-state module rack is required to
(Field Mount Only)
interface with the panel mount version when solid-state modules are required.
NOTE. You must choose between wiring dry contact inputs and open collector outputs
direct or through the solid-state relay module options. The two options cannot be
mixed (Figure 2-11).
Analog Input/Output The optional analog input/output board is available in two configurations.
Configuration A has one current output (Figure 2-12). Configuration B has two analog
inputs and two current outputs (Figure 2-13). The analog inputs are normally
configured for current with a 250 ohm resistor installed across each input. For use with
a 0-5 VDC input, shunts W3 (input #1) and W4 (input #2) must be cut.
The Integrator can support up to four current outputs. Four outputs require two analog
boards (configuration B).
Configuration A One user-definable 0-20/4-20 or 20-4/20-0 mA output. Outputs can be one of the
following:
Rate
Speed
Load
Configuration B Two +/-5 VDC differential inputs and two user-definable, 0-20/4-20 or 20-4/20-0 mA,
outputs (optional) (Figure 2-13).
Inputs can be:
Incline compensation
Moisture compensation
An output can be one of the following:
Rate
Speed
Load
The instrument reads the message and looks for the address, which is contained in an
address byte in the query package. If the address contained in the message matches
the address specified in the instrument set up data, the message is processed. If the
addresses do not match, the message is ignored.
One electrical interface can be selected and accessed through one communication
port. Up to three communication boards, including the Exciter Digitizer and Integrator
COMM link, can be installed.
Table 2-3 through Table 2-5 summarize the jumper positions required for selection of
each electrical interface mode (Figure 2-10).
OP5
A Normal
B Multi-Drop
Table 2-4. MDP for RS-485 Only
OP6
A Terminated
B Not Terminated
Table 2-5. TRM for RS-485 Only
Communication between the Integrator and the Digitizer is via four wire RS-485 mode.
This section describe the default hardware configuration (Figure 2-14) and includes
the following information:
bits
Serial Parity
4,3
00 = no parity (Default)
01 = odd parity
10 = even parity
11 = reversed
bits
Broadcast Mode:
6,5
00 = disabled (Default)
01 = data through STATUS
10 = data through INPUT HISTORY
11 = data through SPD
bit 8 Spare
NOTE. Broadcast mode can optionally provide a message format that emulates the
Micro-Master Exciter digitizer model 10-150 serial data output format.
Status Indicators Status indicators provide a visual indication of the Digitizer operation.
Operation State
Normal A/D operation 5 Hz steady blink rate
A/D over-range 2 blinks, followed by 1 second pause
A/D under-range 1 blink, followed by 1 second pause
Optional (OP) Hardware options can be selected with the jumpers in Table 2-9.
Jumpers
Jumper Description
OP 1 through OP 3 Not Used
OP 4 RS-485 Termination Resistor
A = In (Default)
B = Out
OP 5 Speed Sensor Input #2
A = Greater than 29 Hz, Thermo Scientific
Model 60-xx or 60-xxx speed sensors (default)
B = Less than 29 Hz
OP 6 Speed Sensor Input #1
A = Greater than 29 Hz, Thermo Scientific
Model 60-xx or 60-xxx speed sensors (default)
B = Less than 29 Hz
OP 7 Load Cell Sense
A = Local (internal) (default)
B = Remote (external)
OP 8 Load Cell Sense
A = Local (internal) (default)
B = Remote (external)
NOTE. The setup procedures in this section should be completed before you attempt
to calibrate the belt scale. (See “Performing calibration Functions” in Chapter 3:
“Operation”.)
This section provides procedures to assist you in the setup process, and includes the
following information:
Determining Before turning on the conveyor belt or applying power to the belt scale system,
complete the following statements (Figure 2-15 and Figure 2-16). Refer to your
Installation
System Data Sheet in the front of your belt feeder manual.
Parameters
1. Record scale capacity.
Determine the scale's capacity in tons per hour and record the capacity
below. (Example: 400.0)
Determine the feeder belt scale's code number from the System Data Sheet
located in front of the belt feeder controller manual or see Appendix B:
“Weighbridge Physical Parameters”. Record the code number below. Enter
zero (0) for any weighbridge not found in the table.
When you enter the code number, a list of default parameters for the
selected weighbridge is entered. During initial programming, the Integrator
calculates a calibration constant for R Cal based on these default values. If
test weights or test chains are used, their weight values are entered in the
Cal Data Scroll after initial programming is completed.
During initial programming, you can view all the weighbridge default values
NOTE. If you enter zero (0) for the belt Scale Code Number, or select DETAIL during
initial programming, you must follow Steps 3 through 14 to make and enter all
applicable measurements.
NOTE. Refer to Figure 2-15 and Figure 2-16 and other referenced figures for
measurements.
NOTE. For Model 10-14 weighbridge, skip to 3a. record Step 3b, and then skip to
Steps 8 through 14.
Measure the distance from the pivot center line to the weigh idler's
center line to the nearest 0.032 (1/32) inch.(Figure 2-19). Record the
distance below. (Example: 24.00)
Measure the distance from the pivot center line to the second weigh
idler's center line to the nearest 0.032 (1/32) inch (Figure 2-20,
Model 10-17-2 is similar). Record the distance below. (Example:
24.00)
Figure 2-20. Pivot to 2nd Weigh Idler (Model 10-22 Belt Scale)
NOTE. During programming, you can enter up to six (6) weigh idlers on a single
weighbridge. Repeat Step 3d to measure and record distance information for each
additional weigh idler.
Measure the distance from the pivot center line to the weigh idler's
center line to the nearest 0.032 (1/32) inch (Figure 2-21). Record the
distance below. (Example: 24.00)
Figure 2-21. Pivot to 1st through 4th Idler (Model 10-17-4 Belt Scale)
Measure the distance from the center line of the pivot to the actual point of
test weight contact to the nearest 0.032 (1/32) inch (Figure 2-22). Record the
distance below.
(Example: 4.75)
Measure the distance from the center line of the pivot to the actual point of
test weight contact to the nearest 0.032 (1/32) inch (Figure 2-23). Record the
distance below.
(Example: 0.00)
Measure the distance from the center line of the pivot to the top of the
carriage rails to the nearest 0.032 (1/32) inch (Figure 2-24). Record the
distance below. (Example: 6.50)
Measure the distance from the top of the carriage rails to the top of the weigh
idler carry roll where the belt makes contact on trough idlers (flat idlers
measure to the center line of the grease fitting) to the nearest 0.032 (1/32)
inch (Figure 2-25). Record the distance below. (Example: 6.50)
NOTE. If the distances measured are not all equal within 0.032 (1/32) inch, the scale
is not properly installed. Refer to the belt scale installation manual provided.
Measure the conveyor's angle of incline to the nearest 0.1 degrees (Figure 2-
26) by following these steps:
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a. Choose a convenient distance (AB) and measure
it in inches.
b. Hang a plumb line from B.
c. Measure the horizontal distance from A to
plumb line in inches (AC).
d. Divide AC by AB to get COSØ.
e. If angle of incline in degrees is known, use
the following table.
From the belt scale data sheet located in the front of its manual, determine
the load cell size in pounds. Record the weight below. (Example: 250.0)
From the load cell name plate, determine the load cell sensitivity in mV/V.
Record the sensitivity below. (Example 3.000 mV/V)
Measure the signal (output) resistance of each load cell with a digital VOM.
Record the resistance below. (Example: 350.000)
Using a long tape measure, measure the length of one complete belt
revolution. Measure to the nearest 0.1 foot. Record the length below.
(Example: 1000.0)
Record which R-CAL resistors are installed in the Digitizer (Figure 2-14).
NOTE. If both resistors are installed, the R-Cal value will be the parallel resistance
(38313 ohm).
At the end of this procedure, the belt scale is calibrated. The alarm light flashes
during the programming procedure and clears when calibration is complete.
NOTE. Inside the Integrator’s front panel are two voltage selection slide switches
(Figure 2-27). Ensure they are in the correct position (either 110/120 or 220/240
VAC) before applying power. (See “Digitizer Installation”.)
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NOTE. Run the weigh feeder empty during setup and calibration.
The programming mode begins the first time power is applied, or after a
forced cold start (memory clear). Enter the information requested by the
instructional screens before moving to the next screen.
- MEMORY ERASED -
Choose the language
key to continue to
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NOTE. If the MEMORY ERASED screen does not appear when power is first applied
for initial calibration, a cold start is required. (See the section “Integrator Cold Start” in
Chapter 4: “Maintenance and Troubleshooting”.)
HELP
a. Press the SCROLL DOWN key to accept the default unit (ENGLISH)
or press the CHOICES soft key to scroll selections.
c. Scroll down.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 1 –
Measure units
> English <
CHOICE ENTER
Default ENGLISH
ENGLISH All units are in English
METRIC All units are in metric
MIXED Units may be a combination of English or
metric
NOTE. If the measure units are changed from English to metric (or vice versa) after
the scale is calibrated, the span number will change but the calibration will remain the
same.
c. Scroll down.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 2 -
Totalization Units
> Tons <
CHOICE ENTER
5. Select the units used for parameters expressed in length. Selections are only
available if MIXED units are in use.
a. Press the ENTER soft key to accept the default unit, or the
CHOICES soft key to scroll selections.
c. Scroll down.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 3 –
Length Units
> feet <
CHOICE ENTER
c. Scroll down.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 4 -
Rate Units
> TPH <
CHOICE ENTER
7. Select the units used for entering the load cell capacity.
In this case, the use of English or metric units is always allowed, even if
MIXED is not specified.
a. Press the ENTER soft key to accept the default unit, or the
CHOICES soft key to scroll selections.
c. Scroll down.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 5 -
Load cell Units
> Pounds <
CHOICE ENTER
8. Enter the maximum rate at which the scale is allowed to work. This is the
scale capacity.
NOTE. This entry also defined the default number of decimal places that are used for
displaying rate.
- SC DATA SCROLL 1 -
Max. scale capacity
500.0 Tph
ENTER
Default: 500.0
Min: 1
Max: 200000
When you enter the Scale Capacity (in Step 8), the number of decimal
places is also defined. For example, if you enter 500.0, the Scale Divisions
parameter is set to 0.1, as shown in the example scroll below. If required,
you can alter the Scale Division to any of the available options.
a. Press the ENTER soft key to accept the default divisions, or the
CHOICES soft key to scroll selections.
b. Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
c. Scroll down.
- SC DATA SCROLL 2 -
Scale division
> 0.1 <
CHOICE ENTER
Default: 0.1
Enter 0 if you want to define the weighbridge not using the database. This
should only be done for special weighbridges that are not part of the
standard set of Thermo Scientific scales. Entering 0 forces the scrolls 3A to
3O (Step 11) to be displayed.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3 -
Belt scale code #
> 49 <
ENTER DETAIL
Default: 49
Min: 0
Max: 500
The following screens are only displayed if you pressed OTHER or DETAIL
in Step 10. Refer to Figure 2-15.
a. Use the numeric keys to enter the distance from pivot to load cell
(parameter LA) and then press ENTER. (See “Determining
Installation Parameters”.) The distance should be measured to
within 0.032 (1/32) inch (1 mm).
- SC DATA SCROLL 3B -
# of weigh idlers
1
ENTER
Default: 1
Min: 1
Max: 6
d. Use the numeric keys to enter the distance between the pivot center
line and the first weigh idler center line (parameter LB1). Enter the
distance within 0.032 inch (1 mm). See “Determining Installation
Parameters”.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3C -
Pivot to 1st idler
distance 000.00 in.
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3D -
Pivot to 2nd idler
distance 000.00 in.
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3E -
Pivot to 3rd idler
distance 000.00 in.
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3F -
Pivot to 4th idler
distance 000.00 in.
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3G -
Pivot to 5th idler
distance 000.00 in.
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3H -
Pivot to 6th idler
distance 000.00 in.
ENTER
NOTE. All measurements must be within 0.032 inch or 1 mm. You must enter all
measurements from “Determining Installation Parameters”. Enter the distance with
the numeric keys and press ENTER.
NOTE. Scrolls 3I, 3L, 3M and 3N only apply if test weights are provided for
calibration.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3I -
Pivot to test-weight
height 000.00 in
ENTER ±
- SC DATA SCROLL 3L -
Pivot to test-weight
length 000.00 in
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3M -
Pivot to carriage
height 000.00 in
ENTER
i. Use the numeric keys to enter the carry roll to carriage height
(parameter LG). Measure to the center line of the weight idler carry
roll on troughing idlers, and to the top of the carry roll on flat belts.
See “Determining Installation Parameters”.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3N -
Roll to carriage
height 000.00 in
ENTER
j. Use the numeric keys to enter the number of load cells of your
weighbridge.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3O -
# of load cells
0
ENTER
Default: 1
Min 1
Max 6
a. Use the numeric keys to enter the idler spacing in the scale area
(parameter LD), and then press ENTER. See “Determining
Installation Parameters”. Measure to within 0.032 (1/32) inch (1
mm).
For better accuracy, average the distance between the idlers across
the scale on both sides.
- SC DATA SCROLL 4 -
Idler spacing
36.00 in
ENTER
b. Use the numeric key to enter the angle of inclination of the belt
conveyor.
NOTE. If an inclination compensator is connected to the scale, enable the automatic
angle detection in I/O definition (Main Menu 4) and calibrate the incline compensator,
after the preliminary set up has been completed.
Default: 0.0
Min -25.00º
Max +25.00º
a. Use the numeric keys to enter the load cell capacity as it appears on
the label placed on the load cell.
- SC DATA SCROLL 6 -
Load cell capacity
250 lbs
ENTER
b. The sensitivity was set when you entered the belt scale code (model
number). If you selected OTHER (entered zero), use the numeric
keys to enter the load cell sensitivity in mV/V, as marked on the label
of the load cell.
- SC DATA SCROLL 9A -
Load cell #1 res
350.000 Ohms
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 9C -
Load cell #3 res
350.000 Ohms
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 9D -
Load cell #4 res
350.000 Ohms
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 9E -
Load cell #5 res
350.000 Ohms
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 9F -
Load cell #6 res
350.000 Ohms
ENTER
NOTE. If speed is selected as the third line display, the line will be blank in RUN
mode when simulated speed is selected.
a. Press the ENTER soft key to accept the speed input, or the
CHOICES soft key to scroll selections.
b. Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
c. Scroll down.
- SC DATA SCROLL 10 -
Speed input
> single <
CHOICE ENTER
b. Choose the belt length for the test duration by selecting FULL or
PARTIAL.
CAUTION. This option should only be used when belt length exceeds 1000 feet.
16. Acquire the test duration using the full belt length.
b. Press START when the mark passes the reference point. The
system automatically moves to the next instructional screen. (Press
ABORT to return the screen to Cal Data Scroll 11.)
NOTE. The belt must be running at the maximum speed before executing this
function. If not, the prescaler will be improperly calculated.
c. Press COUNT each time the mark passes the reference point until
minimum load test conditions are met. (Refer to the Belt Scale
Installation manual for minimum test load requirements.) The Zero
Cal light illuminates, indicating zero calibration is in progress.
When the last revolution passes the mark, press COUNT and then
press DONE.
d. When duration test is finished, the new values for length of belt and
time display. Press CONTINUE, and skip to Step 19.
TEST DURATION
Length = 0000.0 Ft
Time = 000 sec
CONTINUE
a. Use the numeric keys to enter the length between two marks on the
belt.
c. Press START when the mark passes the reference point. The
system automatically moves to the next instructional screen.
NOTE. The belt must be running at the maximum speed before executing this
function. If not, the prescaler is improperly calculated.
d. Press COUNT each time a mark passes the reference point until
both marks have passed, and then press DONE. The Zero Cal light
illuminates, indicating zero calibration in progress.
e. When duration test is finished, the new values for length of belt and
time display. Press CONTINUE, and skip to Step 19.
TEST DURATION
length = 0000.0 Ft
Time = 000 sec
CONTINUE
NOTE. During the acquire test duration step, the Integrator performed an unassisted
zero calibration and installed the new zero.
This procedure allows you to enter the parameters that would otherwise be
automatically generated by the acquire test duration modes. This menu is
generally used when the operator cannot see the belt while standing at the
front panel.
a. Start the belt. The system prompts you to run the belt at its
maximum speed.
b. When the belt is at maximum speed, press CONTINUE.
(Press ABORT to return to the Cal Data Scroll 11 screen.)
c. Use the numeric keys to enter the length of one belt revolution.
(Press ABORT to return to the Cal Data Scroll 11 screen.)
Default 1
Min 1
Max 100
e. Use the numeric keys to enter the time per revolution. (Press
ABORT to return to the Cal Data Scroll 11 screen.)
Default 30 sec
Min 1 sec
Max 16200 sec
f. Press ENTER. The system times the belt travel according to the
parameters you just entered. The Zero Cal light illuminates,
indicating zero calibration is in progress.
ABORT
g. When the test duration test is finished, the new values for length of
belt and time display. Press CONTINUE.
TEST DURATION
Length = 000.0 ft
Time = 000 sec
CONTINUE
NOTE. During the manual acquire test duration, the Integrator performed an
unassisted zero calibration and installed the new zero.
After the test duration has been determined, and the scale zeroed, the
Integrator performs an unassisted calibration of the scale. The scale is
calibrated using the parameters just entered. When the calibration is
complete, the electronic calibration resistor (R-CAL) is used to check the
integrity of the load cell.
CALIBRATION
IN
PROGRESS
Completing the When the calibration procedure is complete, the alarm light stops flashing and
the ready light illuminates. The following message displays:
Calibration
Procedure
SCALE CALIBRATED
Press RUN to start
or MENU for scrolls
The field data entered during this procedure enabled the Integrator to perform
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an unassisted zero balance and span calibration. Assuming no mistakes were
made, the scale is calibrated and is ready for use at this time.
NOTE. The span number was calculated from the data that was entered during
this programming procedure. This span number is based on a perfect
mechanical alignment of the scale and its adjacent idlers. Therefore, verify this
by performing a material calibration, or by performing a span calibration
procedure. (See “Performing Calibration Functions” in Chapter 3: “Operation”.)
Correcting a If the load cell is not connected, or if a failure is detected, the following message
displays:
Calibration
Procedure Failure
SCALE NOT CALIBRATED
Press RUN to start
or MENU for scrolls
1. Before you attempt another calibration, you must correct the problem that
is causing the calibration to be aborted. The information that you entered
previously is still in memory and should not have to be reentered.
2. After the problem is corrected, press MENU. Main Menu 1 should appear.
4. When the calibration procedure is complete, the alarm light stops flashing
and the ready light illuminates.
SCALE CALIBRATED
Press RUN to start
or MENU for scrolls
This chapter provides initial operating procedures for the Integrator and Exciter
Digitizer, and includes the following information:
A description of the front panel LED status indicators, keyboard and display
An overview of the Integrator menus
Using the Run menu
Function key descriptions
Performing calibrations
Changing the protection level
Recording system configuration and calibration settings
Overview Your Thermo Scientific Belt Scale System is capable of accurate weighing, provided it
is installed, calibrated, operated, and maintained in complete accordance with the
instructions contained in this manual, along with your scale frame installation manual.
Auto Zero (AZ) Track enables the belt scale system to automatically zero itself during
extended periods when the conveyor belt is running empty. Auto Zero Track is menu
selectable. The letter “Z” appears on the second line of the display, indicating that the
Auto Zero Track option is enabled.
Errors may occur during initial calibration and their reason must be corrected during
initial calibration. During normal operation, an error would most likely indicate a failure
in the system or improper operation.
Front Panel The front panel (Figure 3-1) contains the necessary status indicators and keys to
enable the operator to perform calibrations and all required operations, after the
feeder controller has been configured. (See the section “Initial Setup Procedure” in
Chapter 2: “Installation”.)
Led Status The five red status indicators show the status of the Integrator Figure 3-1).
Indicators
Status Indicator Description
ZERO CAL A zero calibration is in process.
SPAN CAL A span calibration is I process.
ALARM An alarm is pending.
BATCH A batch or load out is running.
READY The instrument is powered on, no alarm conditions
exist and no calibrations are running.
RUN — Access the Run menu. Returns the Integrator to run mode. (See
“About the Run Menu” for additional information.)
MENU — Access the Integrator menus. (See the “Menu Displays” section for
additional information.)
SCROLL (Up and Down Arrows) — Scroll up or down in the selected menu.
Soft keys — Select the function displayed directly above the key. Also moves
the cursor left and right when editing text or numbers.
Master total
Reset total
Operator total
Operator and reset totals can be reset. (See “Reset Total Screen” for
additional information.)
PRINT — Starts printout. (Printing requires the COMM option. See “Printer
Screens” for details.)
START — Starts a load out. (If an operation is interrupted, START restarts the
load out.)
STOP — Interrupts load out. (If the operation is already interrupted, STOP
aborts the load out.)
NOTE. The START and STOP keys are only active with the Load Out option.
Display The four line display indicates actual running information or displays menu entry
information.
To access Main Menu screens 1 through 6 at any time, press the MENU key
until the desired screen appears.
Select menu scrolls by pressing the soft key directly below the desired scroll,
and then use the up and down SCROLL keys.
Optional menu scrolls are only available if the specific option has been
installed.
- MAIN MENU 6 -
Press MENU for more
AUDIT
TRAIL LINEAR
Making Hardware When the Integrator is powered on after initial programming, the Run Menu appears,
unless the hardware configuration has been changed.
Changes
0000000 TONS
Z 00000 Tph
PRINT TOTALS
If the hardware configuration detected at power on differs from the one recorded in
memory, the following screen appears. This only happens if a circuit board has been
added or removed during power off, or if a board has failed.
- SLOT # n CHANGED
Acquire new
configuration?
YES NO
If the board is added again, the setup data for the board must be
entered again.
NOTE. If an I/O board was removed or added, check the setup configuration in the I/O
Definition menu scroll. I/O assignments change when the number of I/O boards
change. (See “I/O Definition Screens” in Appendix A: “Menus”.)
2. If the reason for the message is not known, or if the change in configuration is
temporary and the operator does not want to lose the original setup, answer
NO.
The HW CONFIG CHANGED alarm remains on.
a. If a board was removed, the Integrator resumes operation, retaining
the setup data for the board that was removed. All other boards
continue working normally. No change occurs in the I/O definition,
and no additional operator action is required.
About the Run When the Integrator is normally powered on after initial programming, the main Run
menu appears. This menu can also be accessed at any time by pressing the run key
Menu on the front panel.
The Run menu consists of two operations:
Main Run
Reset Total
00000000 TONS
Z 000000 Tph
If a “Z” appears on the left side, the Auto Zero Tracking optional function is
enabled and the scale is unloaded.
If the belt has stopped (zero speed) and the belt warm-up feature has been
selected, the “Z” flashes for five seconds and then remains on steady for five
seconds until the delay time expires.
The “Z” is not flashing during the first half test duration, while the Integrator is
checking that the belt is really unloaded.
Then, during a full test duration, the “Z” is flashing, indicating that the
Integrator is averaging the signal from the load cell to accurately rezero the
scale. The load must stay below the AZT max deviation setpoint during the
cycle, otherwise auto zero is aborted.
The third line is blank by default, but it can be programmed in the Display Menu to
show one of the following:
Belt speed
Belt loading
Date and time (if optional COMM board is installed)
Using Reset Total The Reset Total menu is similar to the Run menu.
RESET
YES NO
3. Press YES to clear the total. (Press NO to skip clearing. The total information
is retained.)
About Material During a material calibration procedure, the word MAT’L flashes in the left soft key
position if the status scale reference weight is unknown. When the reference weight is
Calibration
known, press the MAT’L soft key to resume and complete the material calibration
procedure.
About Alarms The message ALARM appears in the right soft key if an alarm is pending. The alarm
LED also flashes.
ALARM NEW
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
MM-DD-YYYY HH:MM
RESET NEXT
Using the Print If the optional COMM board is installed, the PRINT key enables the printer to print
data.
Key
To print a report, follow these steps:
Status Description
NO DATA Indicates that the printer is idle. No data is being
sent to the printer.
IS RUNNING The system is sending data to the printer.
The third line indicates what type of data will be printed if the PRINT key is
pressed (Table 3-3). The Up and Down keys select between the following
data types:
2. (Optional) Press the COM key to select the printer, in case more than one is
installed.
Print TOTALS:
TOTALS REPORT
DATE: 11-10-1998
TIME: 8:12a
BATCH REPORT
DATE: 11-10-1998
TIME: 8:12a
BATCH NR: 0
SET PT: 0.00 Tons
TOTAL: 0.00 Tons
Print ALARM:
11-10-1998 8:14a
Clock Fail
Print SETUP:
INSTRUMENT SETUP
The system prints out all data and setups.
4. If the data type to be printed is TRAILS, the Print Audit Trails screen appears.
5. Enter the number of records that you want to print. The Integrator will output
the value of the last “N” audit trail records, beginning with the last (most
recent) entry.
TRAIL RECORD NR 1
DATE 11-10-1998 TIME 11:59p
VARIABLE scale cap
NEW 400.0
OLD 500.0
TRAIL RECORD NR 2
DATE 11-10-1998 TIME 11:31p
VARIABLE span
NEW 250000
OLD 300000
TRAIL RECORD NR 3
DATE 11-10-1998 TIME 11:25p
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VARIABLE div (e)
NEW 0.05
OLD 0.1
Using the Total Press the TOTAL key to access menus that contain detailed information for Master,
Reset and Operator Total tons counters. Use the up and down SCROLL keys to scroll
Key through the screens.
Reset Total Screen The Reset Total screen allows the operator to clear the Reset Total.
RESET TOTAL
SINCE 00-00-0000
00000000 Tons
RESET
NOTE. The second line (SINCE ...) only appears if the optional COMM board is
installed. It indicates the last date when the Reset total was cleared.
To clear the Reset total, press the RESET key. No password is required for this action.
Master Total Screen The Master Total screen is similar to the Reset Total screen, but the RESET key is not
available. The Master total cannot be cleared.
MASTER TOTAL
SINCE 00-00-0000
00000000 Tons
Load Out Total If the optional Load Out board is installed, a Load Out Total screen can also be
displayed. (See Appendix D: “Miscellaneous Documents”.)
Screen (Optional)
1. Access the appropriate Reset Total or Load Out Total menu screen.
3. Press YES to clear the total. (Press NO to skip clearing and leave the total
unchanged.)
Using the Start The START and STOP keys are only enabled if the Load Out option is installed.
2. Press the soft key directly below the desired calibration menu.
Auto Zero The belt must be running during Auto Zero. A complete zeroing procedure requires at
least one full revolution of the belt to be averaged.
1. Press the soft key below ZERO CAL on the Main Menu 1 screen. The Zero
Cal screen appears.
- ZERO CAL -
run belt empty, then
press START.
START EXIT MANUAL
The READY indicator goes out, the ZERO CAL indicator is illuminated, and
the following screen appears.
- AUTO ZEROING -
Time remaining XXXX
Rate: XXX.XX Tph
Tot XXXX.XX Tons
During Auto Zero, resolution of the total is ten times higher than normal. The
screen shows the following information:
The last line (Tot) is the accumulated weight during the zero test.
3. When the system reaches zero, the Auto Zero Complete screen appears.
NOTE. If Auto Zero track is enabled, ADV displays AZ Dev, the accumulated A/D
counts during previous Auto Zero Track tests. Press ADV again to display the
accumulated Auto Zero track percentage change (total AZ%) since the initial zero test
or a zero reference was established.
Press RUN to return to the Run menu. This reactivates the READY
status.
Press MENU to repeat the Auto Zero calibration.
Press ADV to display rate, accumulated weight or percentage error
information in place of the old zero number.
- ZERO # CHANGED -
Old zero # XXXXX
New zero # XXXXX
RUN MENU ADV
Auto Zero Calibration If the belt is not running at the moment the test is started, or if it is stopped during the
Error test, a message appears that indicates that the Auto Zero procedure has been
aborted.
EXIT
Manual Zero The manual zero procedure shows the zero constant and allows direct entry of the
zero number. The manual zero procedures requires the user to enter a password.
1. Press the soft key below ZERO CAL on the Main Menu 1 screen. The Zero
Cal screen appears.
- ZERO CAL -
Run belt empty, then
press START.
START EXIT MANUAL
Default 40000
Min 0
Max 120000
4. Press ENTER to confirm the new zero number, or press ADV to scroll
between zero and AZT.
The ADV key is only available if the Auto Zero Tracking option is enabled.
The AZT function accurately tracks the zero of the scale by calculating an
additional zero constant. The portion of zero due to AZT is not incorporated in
the zero constant, but is shown separately.
- MANUAL ZERO -
AZT # ±000000
AZT % ±000000
ENTER EXIT ADV
When AZT displays, the ENTER key incorporates the AZT number into the
zero constant, so the AZT number that is displayed and the percentage
change to zero.
Using the Span Span calibration supports three simulated load calibration options:
Test weights or test chains require additional hardware and handling equipment.
NOTE. The operator can select the method to be used for routine calibration. This
selection is made from the MAIN MENU 2, CAL DATA screen.
1. Press the soft key below SPAN CAL on the Main Menu 1 screen. The Auto
Span screen appears.
2. Press START. There is no totalization for three seconds, until the weight
signal has stabilized.
The READY indicator goes out, the SPAN CAL indicator is illuminated, and
the following screen appears.
AUTO SPANNING
Time remaining XXXX
Rate XXX.X Tph
Tot XXXXXX Tons
NOTE. Press the EXIT soft key, or the MENU control key to return to the MAIN MENU
1.
3. Execute the span calibration. See “Executing the Span Calibration” section.
3. Press the SPAN CAL soft key on the Main Menu 1 screen. The Auto Span
Chain screen appears.
4. Press START to disengage the master tons counter. The following Auto Span
Chain screen appears.
NOTE. Press the EXIT soft key or the MENU control key to return to the MAIN MENU
1 screen.
7. Press START. The READY indicator goes out, and the SPAN CAL indicator
illuminates.
8. Execute the span calibration. See “Executing the Span Calibration” for details.
Starting A Test Weights To start a test weights calibration procedure, follow these steps:
Calibration
1. Stop the conveyor belt.
3. Press the SPAN CAL soft key on the Main Menu 1 screen. The Auto Span
Weights screen appears.
4. Press START to disengage the master tons counter. The following Auto Span
Weights screen appears.
NOTE. Press the EXIT soft key to return to the MAIN MENU 1 screen.
5. Apply weights, and then press START. The following screen appears.
7. Press START. The READY indicator goes out, and the SPAN CAL indicator
illuminates.
8. Execute the span calibration. See “Executing the Span Calibration” for
details.
Executing the Span Whichever method has been used to start automatic span calibration, after START is
Calibration pressed, the following screen appears.
AUTO SPANNING
Time remaining XXXX
Rate XXX.X Tph
Tot XXXXXX Tons
During Auto Span, the resolution of the total is ten times higher than normal. The time
remaining (shown in the second line of the screen) is calculated on the current speed,
and it is based on the test duration.
If the belt is stopped during the test, a message appears, indicating that the procedure
is suspended.
Material Factor This part of the procedure is only executed if a material calibration is done before, and
the current simulated load method has no material factor installed.
NOTE. If a calibration with material has not been run before, or a manual span entry is
done, or if this is not the first time the current simulated load method is used, this
section does not apply. Go to the section “Recording the New Span” on in this
chapter.
It is very important to understand that when this procedure is executed, the system
does not alter the span. The span is assumed to be correct because it was obtained
from a test with material. The system acquires the Material Factor for the current
calibration method instead. This means that the Integrator knows, in the future, how to
use this method for correctly changing the system's span.
When the Auto-Span completes, the Auto Span Complete screen appears. The word
COMPLETE flashes.
1. Press FACTOR to perform the Material Factor. The following screen appears:
The REPEAT key returns the operator to the section “Executing the
Span Calibration”.
Recording the New The system calculates the new span based on the result of the test performed with the
Span simulated method.
When the Auto Span Complete screen appears, press YES to change the span.
SPAN # CHANGED
Old span # XXXXXX
New span # XXXXXX
RUN REPEAT ADV
Press NO if you do not want to change the span. The following screen appears. The
old and new spans are shown equally, because there was no change to the span.
SPAN UNCHANGED
Old span # 000000
New span # 000000
RUN REPEAT ADV
NOTE. Press ADV to advance from Error % to Accumulated Weight, CalCon, Old
Span and Material Factor (only if not INVALID). REPEAT returns to “Executing the
Span Calibration” and calibration restarts.
Ending an Auto-Span When running Auto-Span with R-Cal, the R-Cal relay is de-energized and the display
Procedure with R-Cal is locked for three seconds after pressing RUN.
1. Press the soft key below SPAN CAL on the Main Menu 1 screen. The Auto
Span screen appears.
- MANUAL SPAN -
Rate XXX.X Tph
Span # XXXXXXX
ENTER EXIT RUN
Default 300000
Min 31250
Max 2812501
Entering the Manual Span sets the material factors to INVALID (if any). The automatic
span tests must to be run again after a manual span entry has been performed, in
order to acquire the material factors.
Performing a Material calibration is a machine directed procedure for calibrating the belt scale using
actual material.
Material
Calibration Pre-weighed or post weighed material, having been weighed to a known accuracy on
a static scale, passes across the belt scale. This procedure automatically adjusts the
Integrator span (and factors all simulated test CalCons, if the operator prefers).
1. To start the test, press the MAT’L CAL soft key and the down arrow. The
following screen appears.
MAT’L CALIBRATION
Run belt empty, then
press START.
START MENU
2. Run the belt for at least one minute, or one belt revolution before proceeding.
3. Press START. There is no more totalization, and the master weigh totalizer is
disengaged.
Run quantity of
material over scale.
CONTINUE
4. Press CONTINUE to go to the next screen and follow the test procedure. The
following screen appears:
XXXXX.X Tons
XXXX.X Tph
Press DONE to end
DONE ABORT
5. Wait until all material has passed over the scale, and then press DONE.
(Press ABORT to force the program back to the top of the menu.)
NOTE. During the material calibration procedure, the resolution of total tons counted is
ten time higher than normal.
6. At the end of the test, the system asks the operator whether the (actual)
weight of the material is already known.
YES NO
Press NO if the reference (actual) weight will not be known for some time
and the conveying systems need to be returned to a normal running state.
MAT’L will be flashing, to remind the operator that the material test is
incomplete.
Press YES (or press the MAT’L key after pressing NO) to complete the
material test. The following screen appears.
XXXXX.XX Tons
Enter reference
weight XX.X Tons
ENTER ABORT
7. Enter the actual material weight, and then press ENTER to confirm.
The weight must be entered in the same units for which the Integrator is set
up. For example, convert pounds to the nearest hundredth (0.01) of a ton and
enter this number if the Integrator is set up for tenths (0.1) of a ton
increments. Material calibration is running at ten times normal.
If you press ABORT, the information acquired during the test is lost and the
system returns to the Main Menu 1 screen.
8. Update the span constant. After the amount of material has been entered, the
following screen appears.
SPAN # CHANGED
New span # XXXXXX
Old span # XXXXXX
RUN MENU FACTOR
MAT’L CALIBRATION
Automatic correction
to Material Factors
R-CAL WTS CHAIN
The screen only shows the calibration methods that have already been used.
It is not possible to calculate a material factor if a simulated test was not run
before the material test.
NOTE. If none of the three calibration methods have been performed, the FACTOR
soft key is not available in the previous menu.
Press ADV to advance to the Old factor and again to the New factor.
Press YES if this specific simulated method of calibration has already been
used and the related material factor will be recorded. This allows the system
to execute accurate calibrations in the future with this simulated method.
Continue with Step 11.
Press NO if the acquired material factor is not desired. You are returned to
Step 9.
MAT’L CALIBRATION
Add reference
weight to totals
YES NO
12. Press YES to add the amount of material used for the test to the Master,
Reset and Operator totals.
The protection levels and the passwords are defined using the scheme in Table 3-4.
- PROTECTION LEVEL -
> NONE <
Press the LTD soft key to access the Limited protection level.
Press the PROT soft key to access the protected level. No password is
required.
Temporarily The protection level can be temporarily changed by entering a password “on the fly”
during normal operation. When the protection level is changed using this on line
Changing the
procedure, the system automatically returns to protected status if no keyboard entries
Protection Level are made within 60 seconds.
- SYSTEM PROTECTED -
PLEASE ENTER
PASSWORD
ENTER
If you enter the operator password and the variable or function requires the
service password, access is denied and the following screen appears.
Continue with Step 3.
- SYSTEM PROTECTED -
PLEASE ENTER SERVICE
PASSWORD
RETURN
If you fail to enter the correct password, the following screen appears.
Continue with Step 4.
- SYSTEM PROTECTED -
INVALID PASSWORD
ACCESS DENIED
RETURN
Change Passwords The password can be changed by entering a new one. You can enter up to eight
characters (numeric keys entries). The entered numbers are not echoed on the
screen.
NOTE. It is strongly suggested to write down the password and preserve a copy in a
safe place. If the password is forgotten, see the section “Removing a Forgotten
Password” to remove a forgotten password.
2. Press the DIAG soft key and access the Diagnostic Scroll 4 screen.
This prevents losing access control due to a typing mistake while entering
passwords.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 4 -
REENTER SERVICE
PASSWORD ********
ENTER
If the password entered the second time matches the first, the following
message confirms the entry.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 4 -
NEW PASSWORD
ACQUIRED
RETURN
If the two passwords do not match, the system does not accept the new
password and the following failure message appears.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 4 -
INVALID PASSWORD
RETURN
6. Press ENTER.
ZERO SCROLL
Zero #
SPAN SCROLL
Span #
MAIN MENU 2
DISPLAY SCROLL
1. Measure Units
2. Totalization Units
3. Length Units
4. Rate Units
5. Loadcell Units
6. Language
7. Time
8. Date
2. Scale Divisions
4. Idler Spacing
1. Calibration Mode
3. R-Cal: Cal-Constant
5. Chain: Cal-Constant
7. Weight: Cal-Constant
9. Calibration Date
Belt Length
Number of Revolutions
Test Time
MAIN MENU 3
PROTECTION SCROLL
DIAGNOSTICS SCROLL
1. A/D Gross
A/D Net
3. Prescale
Pulses/Minute
4. Service Password
5. Operator Password
Bits
Parity
MAIN MENU 4
Volts
External Alarm #1
External Alarm #2
External Alarm #3
Belt Running
Reset Total
Reset Alarm
Auto Zero
Clip Detector
Alarms
Shutdown
Ready
High Load
Low Load
Low Rate
High Speed
Low Speed
Totalizer
Print Ready
Dev. Alarms
Out of Range
Load WTS
ALARMS SCROLL
#1 Clock Fail
#3 RAM Fail
#4 ROM Fail
#6 High Load
#7 Low Load
#8 High Rate
#9 Low Rate
1. Preset Weight
3. Start Delay
4. Coasting Time
5. Batch Deviation
6. Print Batch
MAIN MENU 5
COMM A SCROLL
2. Parity Port #1
5. Protocol Port #1
6. Address Port #1
9. Parity Port #2
PRINT SCROLL
1. Handshaking
4. Form Feed
5. Print Interval
6. Print Time #1
7. Print Alarms
LINEARIZATION SCROLL
1. Linearization Yes No
Factor Load
LIN #1
LIN #2
LIN #3
LIN #4
LIN #5
Conveyor Number:
Date:
Date
By
Scale Capacity
Belt Length
Test Length
Test Time
Calib. Constant
R-Cal
Static
Chain
Calibration Mode
Zero -- As Found
-- As Left
Span -- As Found
-- As Left
This chapter provides information to assist you in maintaining and servicing the
system. It includes sections on:
Cleaning
Troubleshooting
NOTE. Follow all warnings, cautions, precautions, and advice in this section to keep
your system in top operating condition.
The set up and maintenance information in this manual is designed to meet your
service needs. However, if you run into problems requiring technical assistance,
please call your service representative. Field service representatives are fully trained
and available from regional offices.
Cleaning The Integrator is a solid-state device, and as such, should require very little
maintenance. The front panel can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, and if necessary,
a mild detergent. Never use abrasive cleaners, especially on the display window.
As a preventative measure, check that all wires, plugs, and integrated circuits are tight
in their connectors. Keep the enclosure door tightly closed to prevent dirt infiltration.
Troubleshooting More often than not, a quick visual inspection leads to the source of trouble. If a
problem does develop, check the following before proceeding to more specific
troubleshooting procedures.
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Initial Checklist 1. Check power.
a. Check that the two line voltage selector switches are set to the
correct line voltage. (See “Configuration Jumpers and Switches” in
Chapter 2: “Installation”).
c. Verify that the power switch is ON, and that power is supplied to the
unit.
2. Check connections.
b. Check that the display module and keyboard connectors are firmly
seated in their connectors.
c. Check that the remote counter and the optional input/output modules
are secure in their sockets.
Using the Integrated This unit has built-in troubleshooting capabilities. A number of possible problems are
automatically detected and screen messages are displayed. (See the section
Troubleshooting
“Diagnostics Screens” in Appendix A: “Menus”.)
Features
This section describes the integrated troubleshooting features, and includes the
following information:
Alarm Message The ALARM message is assigned to the right hand soft key when an alarm is
pending. The ALARM message and its LED flash at the same time.
The following screen appears when the right hand soft key is pressed.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
MM-DD-YYYY HH:MM
RESET NEXT
When the operator presses the RESET key to clear the alarm,
the alarm disappears if the reason that caused the alarm to
occur does not exist anymore. If the alarm is still pending, the
screen displays the keyword “ACK” instead of NEW.
1. Press and hold in at the same time the LEFT HAND ARROW key
and the CLEAR key until the following screen appears:
Install Factory
Defaults?
NO YES
- MEMORY ERASED -
ESP USA
When the above screen appears, all field entry data has been replaced by the factory
default constants. See “Initial Setup Procedure” in Chapter 2: “Installation”.
NOTE. If the software corruption was catastrophic, and the memory would not erase
in the above step, do the following:
Press and hold in the LEFT HARD ARROW key and the CLEAR key. While holding in
both keys, cycle line power. In the event the Memory Erased screen does not
appear, consult the factory.
- TEST SCROLL 2 -
Password: Service
Internal test of
microprocessor
START
- TEST SCROLL 2A -
Testing ROM
Test PASSED
- TEST SCROLL 2B -
Testing RAM
Test PASSED
- TEST SCROLL 2C -
Only if Audit Trail is
Testing E2PROM installed.
Test PASSED
If a problem is detected, then the message “Test FAILED” appears, and the
soft key CONTINUE is shown. Press the CONTINUE key to continue with the
next test.
If the internal test has failed, call Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Customer
Service Department.
All load cell signal measurements are made at the digitizer. To measure load cell
excitation and signal voltage, follow these steps:
2. If the excitation voltage is incorrect, disconnect all plus (green) and minus
(black) excitation wires and remeasure across TB4 terminal 1 positive and 2
negative.
3. Measure the resistance across the excitation leads of each load cell. The
reading should be between 380-450 ohms.
4. Measure the resistance across the signal leads of each load cell. The
reading should be between 350 + or - 3 ohms.
5. Measure DC millivolt signal across the signal leads of all four load cells, plus
(red) and minus (white). The reading should be within 0 - 30 millivolts DC (3
mV/V load cell).
Resetting Master To reset the Master Total, or to reset the remote counter overflow, follow one of
these procedures:
Total Procedure
“Resetting if No Password”
“Resetting with an Active Password”
Resetting if No Password If no password is installed, follow these steps:
2. Press the DIAG soft key, and scroll down to the Service Password screen.
6. Press the PROT scroll and the press the PROT soft key.
8. Type in password 7832500 and press ENTER. The protection level should
be RAMSEY.
9. Press the TOTAL key on the touch panel. If needed, scroll up or down to
reach the Master Total screen.
10. Press the RESET soft key and answer YES to Reset Master Total.
11. Select Main Menu 3, press the DIAG soft key, and scroll down to Service
Password.
2. Press the PROT scroll and then press the PROT soft key.
4. Type in password 7832500 and press ENTER. The protection level should
be RAMSEY.
5. Press the TOTAL key on the touch panel. If needed, scroll up or down to
reach the MASTER TOTAL screen.
6. Press the RESET soft key and answer YES to Reset Master Total.
8. Press the PROT scroll and choose the password level desired.
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Removing a To remove a forgotten password, follow these steps.
Forgotten Password
1. Select Main Menu 3.
2. Press the Protect scroll and press the PROT soft key.
4. Type in password 7832500 and press ENTER. The protection level should
be RAMSEY.
5. Press NONE.
7. Press the DIAG soft key and scroll down to Service Password.
8. Press ENTER twice. The display should respond with New Password
Acquired.
9. Scroll down to Operator Password, and press ENTER twice. The display
should respond with New Password Acquired.
10. Select Main Menu 3. The PROT soft key should not appear, indicating all
passwords have been erased.
11. See the section “Changing the Protection Level” in Chapter 3: “Operation” for
more information about entering new passwords.
5. Insert battery.
The maintenance information in this manual is designed to meet your service needs. If
you should encounter a problem that requires technical assistance, you may call
Thermo Fisher Scientific Product Service at (800) 445-3503.
Thermo Fisher Scientific also provides on-site service technicians to assist customers
with installation, setup, initial calibration, customer training, maintenance, and repair.
Contact the Thermo Fisher Scientific Field Service department at the number below
for rates and scheduling.
Thermo Fisher Scientific has repair centers located at the plant in Minneapolis,
Minnesota. Products that need system checkout or repair can be returned to the plant
with the Return Material Authorization (RMA) form or the Foreign Customer Repair
Authorization form. Contact our Repair and Return department (800) 445-3503 to
obtain the RMA form and a number to use on it.
NOTE. Have your machine model number and serial number available when you call.
4. Before you contact Thermo Scientific for your parts, make sure you have the
following information:
Telephone or FAX:
Thermo Scientific
Customer Service Department
501 90th Ave. NW
Minneapolis, MN 55433
FAX: (763) 783-2525
Phone: (800) 445-3503
Return Material Authorization and Repair: (800) 445-3503
E-mail:
Service.W&I.mpls@thermofisher.com
Parts.W&I.mpls@thermofisher.com
Germany
+49 (0) 208-824930
+49 (0) 208-852310 fax
service.oberhausen@thermofisher.com
sales.oberhausen@thermofisher.com
India - Mumbai
+91-22-4157-8800
+91-22-4157-8801 fax
sales.process.in@thermofisher.com
Italy
+39 02-950590.1 main
+39 02-950590.55 sales
+39 02-953200.15 fax
sales.mi.ramsey.it@thermofisher.com
Mexico
+52 55 1253-9411
+52 55 5300-0876 fax
email.mxnau.sales@thermofisher.com
Parts List This section includes a parts list for the Integrator (Table 5-1) and for the Digitizer
(Table 5-2).
All About the The Integrator is a menu driven machine that allows the operator to access all setup,
test and calibration parameters. Main Menu screens 1 through 6 can be accessed at
Main Menu anytime by pressing the MENU key until the desired menu screen appears. Menu
Screens scrolls can be selected by pressing the soft key directly below the desired scroll, and
then using the Up/Down scroll key.
Optional scrolls are only available if the available option has been installed.
- MAIN MENU 2 -
Press MENU for more
SCALE CALIB
DISPLAY DATA DATA
- MAIN MENU 3 -
Press MENU for more
- MAIN MENU 4 -
Press MENU for more
I/0 ALARMS LOAD
DEF DEFIN. OUT
- MAIN MENU 5 -
Press MENU for more * Can be AB I/O or Pro DP
- MAIN MENU 6 -
Press MENU for more
AUDIT
TRAIL LINEAR
- MAIN MENU 1 -
Press MENU for more
ZERO SPAN MAT’L
CAL CAL CAL
Zero Calibrate Press the soft key below ZERO CAL on Main Menu 1 to access the Auto Zero
process. The zeroing process is implemented as a machine directed procedure. (See
Screens
“Auto Zero”).
Zero Cal Screen The Zero Cal screen starts the zeroing process.
- ZERO CAL -
Run belt empty, then
press START
START EXIT MANUAL
Press MANUAL to run the manual zeroing process. (See “Manual Zero”.)
Auto Zeroing Screen The Auto Zeroing screen automatically appears after you press START on the Zero
Cal screen.
AUTO ZEROING
Time remaining XXXX
Rate: XXX.X Tph
Tot XXXXXX Tons
EXIT
Auto Zero Complete When zero is reached, the system automatically displays the Auto Zero Complete
Screen screen.
Press ADV again to display the accumulated Auto Zero Track percentage
change (total AZ%) since the initial zero test, or since a zero reference was
established.
ZERO @ CHANGED
New zero # XXXXX
Old zero # XXXXX
RUN MENU ADV
Manual Zero Screen The Manual Zero screen shows the zero constant and allows direct entry of known
values.
- MANUAL ZERO -
Rate XXX.X Tph Password: Operator
Zero # XXXXX
ENTER EXIT ADV
The ADV key is only available if the Auto Zero Tracking option is enabled. The
AZT function accurately tracks the zero of the scale by calculating an
additional zero constant. The portion of zero due to AZT is not incorporated in
the zero constant, but is shown separately.
- MANUAL ZERO -
AZT # ±000000 Password: Operator
AZT # ±000000
ENTER EXIT ADV
When the AZT is displayed, the ENTER key incorporates the AZT number
into the Zero constant, so the displayed AZT number and percentage
changes to zero.
Span Calibration Press the soft key below SPAN CAL on Main Menu 1 to access the Auto Span
process. (See the section “Using the Span Calibrate Screen” for procedure details).
Screens
Auto Span R Cal Screen The Auto Span R Cal screen starts an Auto Span procedure using the R-Cal
simulated load calibration option.
Press START to initiate the R-Cal Auto Span calibration. (See “Auto Span”.)
Press the EXIT soft key or MENU control key to return to the Main Menu 1.
Auto Span Chain If you apply chains to the conveyor belt and press the SPAN CAL soft key, the Auto
Screens Span Chain screen appears.
Restart the conveyor belt, insure chain placement is correct, and then press
START to continue with the Auto Span with chains procedure.
Auto Span Weights If you apply test weights to the conveyor belt and press the SPAN CAL soft key, the
Screen Auto Span Weights screen appears.
Apply the weights and then press START to continue with the Auto Span with
weights procedure.
Restart the conveyor belt and press START to continue with the Auto Span with
weights procedure.
Auto Spanning Screen The Auto Spanning screen appears during the Auto Span procedure. No operator
action is required.
- AUTO SPANNING -
Time remaining XXXX
Rate XXX.X Tph
Tot XXXXXX Tons
The Time remaining (line 2) is calculated based on the current speed and test
duration. During Auto Span, the resolution of the total is ten times higher than
normal.
If the belt is stopped during the test, a message appears, indicating the
procedure has been suspended.
Auto Span Complete The Auto Span Complete screen appears when the Auto Span procedure is finished.
Screen (Unfactor Calcon)
Press RUN or MENU to end the procedure. (At this point, the system does not
automatically proceed to the next section.)
Press REPEAT to restart the auto-span calibration.
Auto Span Complete The Auto Span Complete screen appears when the system has completed the test
Screen performed with the simulated method, including any material factor calculations.
Press YES to change the span. (See section “Span # Changed Screen”.)
Press NO to leave the span unchanged.
Press ADV to change from Error % to Accumulated Weight, Calcon, Material
Factor, and then back to Error %. If the material factor is INVALID (never
acquired before), it is not displayed.
SPAN # CHANGED
Old span #: XXXXXX
New span #: XXXXXX
RUN REPEAT ADV
Span Unchanged Screen The Span Unchanged screen appears after an auto-span calibration completes, but
the operator does not change the span number.
SPAN UNCHANGED
Old span #: XXXXXX
New span #: XXXXXX
RUN REPEAT ADV
Remove Chains (or The Remove Chains (or Weights) screen appears after completing an auto-span
Weights) Screen procedure with chains or weights, regardless of whether the auto-span number is
changed or not.
This screen is a reminder to the operator to remove the test chains or weights before
returning to normal operations.
Manual Span Screen If the span constant is knows, the Manual Span screen allows the operator to make a
direct change of span.
- MANUAL SPAN -
Rate XXX.X Tph Password: Operator
Span # XXXXXXX
ENTER EXIT RUN
Material Calibration Press the soft key below MAT’L CAL on Main Menu 1 to access the Material
Calibration process. (See the section “Performing a Material Calibration” for procedure
Screens
details).
Material Calibration The Mat’l Calibration screen starts the material calibration process. This is a machine-
Screens directed procedure. Informational screens instruct the user to take certain actions
throughout the process.
MAT’L CALIBRATION
Run belt empty, then
press START.
START MENU
The next screen instructs the user to run a quantity of material over the scale.
Run quantity of
material over scale.
CONTINUE
XXXXX.X Tons
XXXX.X Tph
Press DONE to end
DONE ABORT
After all material has passed over the scale, press DONE to continue the test
procedure.
Press ABORT to return to the top of the menu.
0000.00 Tons
Ref. weight known?
YES NO
Press YES to continue, if the actual weight of the material is already known.
Press NO to return the system to run mode, even though the weight is not
known. MAT’L will be flashing, to remind the operator that the material
calibration is not complete.
XXXXX.XX Tons
Enter reference
weight XX. Tons
ENTER ABORT
Enter the actual material weight and then press ENTER to confirm.
Press ABORT to return to the Main Menu 1 screen. All information acquired
during the test is lost.
Mat’l Cal. Complete The Mat’l Cal. Complete screen appears after the test is complete and the operator
Screen has entered the actual material weight.
Span # Changed Screen The Span # Changed screen indicates that the new span constant was installed. At
this point, the scale is calibrated to the actual material test.
SPAN # CHANGED
New span #: 000000
Old span #: 000000
RUN MENU FACTOR
MAT’L CALIBRATION
Automatic correction
to Material Factors
R-CAL WTS CHAIN
Press R-CAL to use the results of the simulated test using the R-CAL method.
Press WTS to use the results of the simulated test using weights.
Press CHAIN to use the results of the simulated test using chains.
NOTE. The availability of the R-CAL, WTS and CHAIN soft keys is based on the types
of simulated calibration methods that have already been used.
R-CAL Matl Factor The R-Cal Matl Factor screen allows the operator to change the factor.
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New factor XXX.XX% Can be R-Cal, Wts,
Change factor? or Chains
YES NO ADV
Press YES to record the related material factor and continue to the next
screen.
Press NO to return to the Span # Changed screen. (See the section “Span #
Changed Screen”.) If you do not want to acquire the material factor.
Press ADV to display the Old factor and then to display the New factor again.
Mat’l Calibration Add The Mat’l Calibration Add Reference screen is used to add the amount of material
Reference Screen used for the test to the Master, Reset and Operator’s totals and complete the material
calibration process.
MAT’L CALIBRATION
Add reference
weight to totals
YES NO
Press YES to update the totals and end the material calibration process.
Press NO to return to Main Menu 1. The material calibration information is
lost.
Main Menu 2
Setup and Main Menu 2 contains the setup and configuration menus.
Configuration
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Menus
- MAIN MENU 2 -
Press MENU for more
SCALE CALIB
DISPLAY DATA DATA
Press the DISPLAY soft key to select the units of measure for the instrument
display.
Press the SCALE DATA soft key to configure mechanical and capacity scale
parameters.
Press the CALIB DATA soft key to configure scale calibration parameters.
Display Screens The Display screens allow the operator to choose units of measure used for entry and
display purposes. For all Display screens 1 through 9:
Configure Basic Units of Choose the basic units of measure from the Display Scroll 1 screen.
Measure Screen
- DISPLAY SCROLL 1 -
Measure units Password: Service
>ENGLISH<
CHOICE ENTER
Configure Totalization Choose the units of measure for totalization from the Display Scroll 2 screen.
Units of Measure Screen
- DISPLAY SCROLL 2 -
Totalization Units Password: Service
>Tons<
CHOICE ENTER
Configure Units of Choose the units of length from the Display Scroll 3 screen.
Length Screen
Configure Rate Units Choose the rate unit from the Display Scroll 4 screen.
Screen
- DISPLAY SCROLL 4 -
Rate Units Password: Service
>TPH<
CHOICE ENTER
Configure Load Cell Choose the units used for entering load cell capacity from the Display Scroll 5 screen.
Units Screen
- DISPLAY SCROLL 5 -
Load Cell Units Password: Service
>Pounds<
CHOICE ENTER
Define Language Screen Define the language used for the Integrator display menus from the Display Scroll 6
screen.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 6 -
Language Password: Service
>USA<
CHOICE ENTER
Define Time and Date Define the format for displaying and printing time information. This screen only applies
Format Screens if the COMM board is installed.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 7 -
Time
>am/pm<
CHOICE ENTER
- DISPL:AY SCROLL 8 -
Date
>MM-DD-YYYY<
CHOICE ENTER
Configure RUN Display Configure line 3 of the Run menu on the Display Scroll 9 screen. This line can display
Line Screen on of the following:
Belt Loading
Speed
Date and time (if the COMM board is installed)
No display (default selection)
- DISPLAY SCROLL 9 -
Run display line 3 Password: Operator
>No display<
CHOICE ENTER
Set Damping Factors for Set the damping factors for the display on the Display Scroll 10 screen.
Display Screens
When displayed on the screen, process variables can be damped by a programmable
factor, to filter out variations that can be introduced by mechanical vibrations.
To tune a damping filter, enter the number of seconds corresponding to the desired
time constant. For example, if 10 seconds is entered, the process variable reaches the
stability after a step change in 10 seconds.
This damping factor only affects the display, not the current output variable, which has
a separate damping factor (selectable in Main Menu 4, I/O Define).
- DISPLAY SCROLL 10 -
Damping display RATE Password: Operator
Damping = 0 sec
ENTER
Press ENTER to confirm the default damping rate, or the rate entered.
If line 3 of the Run display is set to Belt Loading (see “Configure RUN Display Line
Screen”), choose the damping rate for the display from Display Scroll 11 screen.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 11 -
Damping Display LOAD Password: Operator
Damping = 0 sec
ENTER
If line 3 of the Run display is set to Speed (see “Configure RUN Display Line Screen”),
choose the damping rate for the display from the Display Scroll 12 screen.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 12 -
Damping displ SPEED
Damping = 0 sec
ENTER
Scale Data Screens The Scale Data screens allow the operator to configure scale capacity and other
physical scale parameters. For additional information on the physical parameters of
the instrument, see Appendix B: “Weighbridge Physical Parameters”.
Set Scale Capacity Set the scale capacity on the SC Data Scroll 1 screen.
Screen
- SC DATA SCROLL 1 -
Max. scale capacity Password: Service
500.0 Tph
ENTER
Define Scale Division Define the number of decimal places (scale division) from the SC Data Scroll 2
Screen screen.
Select the Weighbridge Enter the code number of your Thermo Scientific scale on the SC Data Scroll 3
Model Screen screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3 -
Belt scale code # Password: Service
>49<
ENTER DETAIL
Press ENTER to accept the displayed selection and set the default
mechanical parameters for that scale.
Press DETAIL to accept the displayed selection, but you want to manually
enter the mechanical parameters for the Integrator.
Enter 0 if you want to define the weighbridge manually, and not use the
database. This should only be done for special weighbridges that are not
being part of the standard set of Thermo Scientific scales.
Detail Mechanical See Appendix B: “Weighbridge Physical Parameters” for additional information about
Parameters of the Frame weighbridge specifications.
Screens
Enter the distance from the pivot to the load cell on the SC Data Scroll 3A screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3A -
Pivot to load cell Password: Service
distance: 000.00 In
ENTER
Enter the number of weigh idlers affixed to the scale weighbridge on SC Data Scroll
3B screen.
Enter the distance from the pivot to the first weigh idler on SC Data Scroll 3C screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3C -
Pivot to idler
1st Password: Service
distance 000.00 In
ENTER
Enter the distance from the pivot to the second weigh idler on SC Data Scroll 3D
screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3D -
Pivot to 2nd idler Password: Service
distance 000.00 In
ENTER
Enter the distance from the pivot to the third weigh idler on SC Data Scroll 3E screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3E -
Pivot to 3rd idler Password: Service
distance 000.00 In
ENTER
Enter the distance from the pivot to the fourth weigh idler on SC Data Scroll 3F
screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3F -
Pivot to 4th idler Password: Service
distance 000.00 In
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3G -
Pivot to5th idler Password: Service
distance 000.00 In
ENTER
Enter the distance from the pivot to the sixth weigh idler on the SC Data Scroll 3H
screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3H -
Pivot to6th idler Password: Service
distance 000.00 In
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3I -
Pivot to test-weight Password: Service
height 000.00 In
ENTER ±
- SC DATA SCROLL 3L -
Pivot to test-weight Password: Service
length 000.00 In
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3M -
Pivot to carriage Password: Service
height 000.00 In
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3N -
Roll to carriage Password: Service
height 000.00 In
ENTER
Enter the number of load cells of your weighbridge on SC Data Scroll 3O screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 3O -
# of load cells Password: Service
0
ENTER
Define Dimensional Enter the distance between idlers across the scale on both sides on SC Data Scroll 4
Parameters Screens screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 4 -
Idler spacing Password: Service
36.00 In
ENTER
Enter the angle of inclination of the belt conveyor on the SC Data Scroll 5 screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 5 -
Conveyor’s angle Password: Service
0.0 Degrees
ENTER ±
Define Load Cells Screen Enter the load cell capacity as it appears on the label placed on the load cell on SC
Data Scroll 6 screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 6 -
Load cell capacity Password: Service
250 Lbs
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 7 -
Load cell sens. Password: Service
3.00 mV/V
ENTER
Enter the load cell resistance for the first cell on the SC Data Scroll 9A screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 9A -
Load cell #1 res Password: Service
350.00 Ohms
ENTER
Enter the load cell resistance for the second cell on the SC Data Scroll 9B screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 9B -
Load cell #2 res Password: Service
350.00 Ohms
ENTER
Enter the load cell resistance for the third cell on the SC Data Scroll 9C screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 9C -
Load cell #3 res Password: Service
350.00 Ohms
ENTER
Enter the load cell resistance for the fourth cell on the SC Data Scroll 9D screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 9D -
Load cell #4 res Password: Service
350.00 Ohms
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 9E -
Load cell #5 res Password: Service
350.00 Ohms
ENTER
Enter the load cell resistance for the sixth cell on the SC Data Scroll 9F screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 9F -
Load cell #6 res Password: Service
350.00 Ohms
ENTER
Define Speed Input Select the speed input on the SC Data Scroll screen.
Screen
- SC DATA SCROLL 10 -
Speed input
>single<
CHOICE ENTER
Set the Dead Band Set the dead band on the SC Data Scroll 10 screen. The dead band is a percentage
Screen of the scale capacity (rate) in which the rate (if any) is ignored, and a zero rate is
forced. Totalization is also frozen when rate is below dead band.
- SC DATA SCROLL 11 -
Zero Dead-Band range Password: Service
0%
ENTER
Weights and Measures Set parameters to conform with the selected approval agency.
Mode Screen
- SC DATA SCROLL 12 -
W & M mode Password: Service
>NONE<
CHOICE ENTER
Calib Data Screens The Cal Data screens allow the operator to enter or set parameters that relate to the
calibration of the scale.
Define the Calibration Select the simulated method of automatic calibration to be used by the Integrator on
Mode Screen the Cal Data Scroll 1 screen. The selected method is the only one displayed in the
calibration section of Main Menu 1.
Press the CHOICE soft key to scroll through the available settings.
Press the ENTER soft key to confirm your choice.
Detail the R-Cal Enter the resistance (in ohms) of the R-CAL resistor installed in the Integrator on Cal
Parameters Screen Data Scroll 2 screen.
The system calculates the CalCon (calibration constant) based on the mechanical and
electrical parameters entered in Scale Data. The Cal Data Scroll 3 screen is for
reference only.
The system calculates the CalCon (calibration constant) based on the mechanical and
electrical parameters entered in Scale Data. SC Data Scroll 5 screen is for reference
only.
- SC DATA SCROLL 5 -
CHAIN CAL constant Password: Service
00.00
MENU RUN
Detail the Test Weight Enter the weight of the test weights that are used for the calibration on the SC Data
Parameters Screen Scroll 6 screen.
- SC DATA SCROLL 6 -
Total test weight on Password: Service
scale 20.000 Lbs.
ENTER
The system calculates the CalCon (calibration constant) based on the mechanical and
electrical parameters entered in Scale Data. SC Data Scroll 7 screen is for reference
only.
If a non zero value is entered, an alarm appears after the time is elapsed. The
alarm can only be cleared after a calibration check is executed.
Cal Data Scroll 9 displays the date of the last calibration and the expected date of the
next one, based on the entry in the previous screen.
Material Factor Screens Enter the material factor on the Cal Data Scroll 10 screen. The material factor is a
percentage that is used to correct the CalCon to the real value. Enter 0 to set the
material factor INVALID.
Press the ENTER soft key to confirm the material factor setting.
Press the NEXT soft key to scroll between the material factor for R-Cal,
Weights and Chains. If they have not been measured, the display shows
INVALID.
Press the ACQ soft key to acquire the automatically acquire the test duration.
Press the MANUAL soft key to manually set the test duration.
Acquire the Test Choose the belt length on the Acquire Test Dur screen.
Duration Screen
Press the FULL soft key to use the entire belt length. Use a 100 foot tape to
measure the belt length to the nearest 0.1 foot. Reference a fixed point (an
idler) on the conveyor when counting belt revolutions.
Press the PARTIAL soft key to enable the operator to acquire test duration
without the entire belt length measurement. (See the section “Partial Test
Duration Acquisition Screens”.)
Full Test Duration If FULL is pressed, enter the length of one belt revolution (to the nearest 0.1 foot).
Acquisition Screen
After the length of the belt has been entered, the system automatically moves to the
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following screen which prompts the operator to press START when the mark passes
the reference point.
Press the START soft key when the mark passes the reference point to
continue the procedure.
Press the ABORT soft key to return to the Cal Data Scroll 11 screen. (See the
section “Calibration Test Duration Screens”.)
Press COUNT each time the mark passes the reference point until minimum
test load conditions are met.
Press COUNT followed by DONE when the last revolution passes the mark
Press the ABORT soft key to return to the Cal Data Scroll 11 screen. (See the
section “Calibration Test Duration Screens”.)
When test duration is finished, the new values for length of belt and time are displayed
on the Test Duration screen.
TEST DURATION
Length = 0000.0 Ft
Time = 000 sec
CONTINUE
Auto Count Belt If a clip detector is installed and the clip detector mode in I/O Definition is set to
Revolutions Screen AUTO, the system automatically counts belt revolutions without the need for pressing
the COUNT key.
When the mark passes, the system automatically moves to the next instructional
screen. The system counts each time a mark passes the reference point until the
operator presses the DONE key.
Partial Test Duration If PARTIAL is pressed on the Acquire Test Dur screen, the operator is asked to enter
Acquisition Screens the length between two marks on the belt.
After the length of the belt has been entered, the system automatically moves to the
following screen which prompts the operator to press START when the mark passes
the reference point.
Press COUNT each time a mark passes the reference point until both marks
have passed. Then press DONE.
Press ABORT to return to the Cal Data Scroll 11 screen. (See the section
“Calibration Test Duration Screens”.)
TEST DURATION
Length = 0000.0 Ft
Time = 000 sec
CONTINUE
When test duration is finished, the new values for length of belt and time are
displayed. Press CONTINUE to move to the next screen.
Manual Entry of Test If MANUAL is pressed, the system prompts the operator to run the belt at its maximum
Duration Screens speed.
Press the ENTER soft key to confirm the setting. The system times the belt
travel according to the parameters entered.
Press ABORT to return to the Cal Data Scroll 11 screen. (See the section
“Calibration Test Duration Screens”.)
ABORT
When test duration test is finished, the new values for length of belt and time appear.
Press CONTINUE.
Define Auto Zero A periodic auto zero procedure can be automatically executed by the system if the
Tracking Screens Auto Zero Tracking option is set to YES on the Cal Data Scroll 12 screen.
If YES is selected, Auto Zero Tracking is enabled anytime the belt is running at a flow
rate less than the range setting selected below.
Press the CHOICE soft key to scroll through the settings (YES or NO).
Press ENTER to confirm the setting.
The following screens are only visible if Auto Zero Tracking is enabled.
Define the range of action of the AZT with reference to the scale capacity (rate) on the
Cal Data Scroll 12A screen. A flow rate greater than the range setting deactivates
AZT.
Default ±2%
If NTEP enabled:
Min 0%
Max 2 %
If NTEP not enabled:
Min 0%
Max 10 %
If zero error exceeds the step limit, only the step value will be zeroed and the
remainder left. The Auto Zero Step alarm is activated. If the next AZT completes with
no remainder, the alarm self-clears.
Default 10%
Min 0.01%
Max 10%
Define the maximum amount of zero error (with reference to the scale capacity) that
AZT can automatically compensate on the Cal Data Scroll 12C screen.
Default ±2%
If NTEP enabled:
Min 0%
Max 2 %
If NTEP not enabled:
Min 0%
Max 10 %
Define the amount of time to delay enabling Auto Zero Track after a belt stoppage on
the Cal Data Scroll 12D screen. The AZT “Z” flashes for five seconds, then stays on
steady for five seconds to indicate warm-up mode.
Speed Capacity Screen Enter or automatically acquire the maximum speed capacity on the Cal Data Scroll 13
screen.
The maximum speed capacity is used to scale the current output when used to
monitor the speed, and to allow entering the speed alarms in percentage.
Auto Zero Max Deviation Set the auto zero maximum deviation on the Cal Data Scroll 14 screen.
Screen
The auto zero max deviation sets the amount that AZT (Auto Zero Track) can adjust
from a reference. (The reference is set to INVALID after a cold start and is obtained
during the first operator-assisted zero test.)
If an Auto Zero exceeds the max deviation, and if the new zero is accepted, the Auto
Zero Limit alarm becomes active, and is logged into Audit trails. The alarm clears if a
new Auto Zero returns back to within range or a new zero reference value is set.
Zero Reference Screen Set the zero reference number on the Cal Data Scroll 15 screen.
The zero reference number is set to INVALID during a cold start. The zero number
acquired during the first operator-assisted zero test is then set as the zero reference
number. This value is used to determine allowable zero correction limits.
The zero reference number can be set to the current zero number ± acquired Auto
Zero Track correction number via the SET soft key.
Default Invalid
Min 0
Max 120000
Zero Ready The Zero Ready feature provides visible indication of when the scale is not loaded,
has a valid zero calibration, and is ready to run material. This feature is a requirement
for all NTEP scales. The indication is shown on the display when the belt loading
remains under 0.12% of full scale belt loading for a period of time equivalent to one
belt revolution. The indicator is an “R” on the left side of line 2 of the display. The
function can be activated only after a complete scale calibration. A Zero Ready digital
output is also available. It is active when ‘R’ is displayed.
The Zero Ready feature can be turned on or off in CAL DATA SCROLL 18.
When W & M Mode (SC DATA SCROLL 11) is set to NTEP, the Zero Ready scroll
defaults to “Yes”. When W & M Mode is set to OIML or NONE, the Zero Ready scroll
defaults to “No”.
Whenever the Zero Ready scroll setting is changed an Audit Trail event is generated.
Main Menu 3 – Main Menu 3 is used for protecting and un-protecting the system using passwords,
and to perform diagnostic and test functions. The diagnostic functions can only be
Security, operated after removing all password protection, and should only be used by
Diagnostics and experienced technical personnel.
- MAIN MENU 3 -
Press MENU for more
PROT DIAG TEST
Press PROT to access the Protection menu. This menu is only visible after
the passwords have been defined.
Press DIAG to access the Diagnostics menu.
Press TEST to access the Test menu.
Protection Level Set the protection level on the Protection Level screen.
Screens
The Integrator has three protection levels:
None
Limited
Protected
The protection levels and the passwords are defined using the scheme in Table A-1.
- PROTECTION LEVEL -
>NONE<
NONE LTD PROT
Press the NONE soft key to access the None protection level. If the current
protection level is not already None, the service password is required.
Press the LTD soft key to access the Limited protection level.
If the system is in protection level None, the change is immediate.
If the system is in protection level Protected, the service or operator password
is required.
Press the PROT soft key to access the protected level. No password is
required.
Temporarily Changing Change the system protection level during normal operation on the System Protected
System Protection screen. This screen appears when the operator tries to enter a variable or select a
Screens function that is password protected and the password is installed.
- SYSTEM PROTECTED -
PLEASE ENTER
PASSWORD
ENTER
- SYSTEM PROTECTED -
PLEASE ENTER SERVICE
PASSWORD
ENTER
If the password you enter is incorrect, access is denied and the following screen
appears.
- SYSTEM PROTECTED -
INVALID PASSWORD
ACCESS DENIED
ENTER
A/D Raw Data Screen The Diagnost. Scroll 1 screen shows the raw data from the A/D converter of the
Integrator (A/D gross) and the net value after the zero constant has been subtracted.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 1 -
Readout Load Cell mV The system displays the mV output of the load cell on the Diagnost. Scroll 2 screen.
Screen
The reading must be positive and must increase when the load increases.
Press the CALIB soft key to display additional load information and fine tune the
readout of m/VV.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 2A -
Load cell output zero Password: Service
0000000 A/D counts
ENTER
Default 15
Min - 10000
Max 10000
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 2B -
Load cell output span Password: Service
0000000
ENTER
Default 3497
Min 0
Max 30000
Change Prescaler The prescaler is a number that is used to divide the incoming frequency of the speed
Screens sensors to achieve a usable input frequency of approximately 30 Hz. The prescaler is
automatically calculated and should never be altered by the user. However, a direct
entry has been made possible for quick replacement of the Integrator.
NOTE. This screen is only functional if the speed input is local at the Integrator, or
simulated. The screen is not functional is the speed input is remote at the Digitizer.
Default 10
Min 1
Max 1000
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 3A -
Test duration total Password: Service
pulses 0000000
ENTER
Default 900
Min 1
Max 1000000
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 3B -
Test duration total Password: Service
length 00000.0 ft
ENTER
Change Passwords The service and operator passwords can be changed by entering a new one on the
Screens Diagnost. Scroll 4 screen.
You can enter up to eight characters (numeric key entries). The entry is not
echoed on the screen.
Press ENTER without entering a password removes the current password.
The default is no password.
The system prompts you to confirm the password by entering it again.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 4 -
REENTER SERVICE
PASSWORD ********
ENTER
If the password entered the second time matches the first, the system displays a
confirmation screen.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 4 -
NEW PASSWORD
ACQUIRED
RETURN
If the two passwords do not match, the system does not accept the new password and
a failure message appears.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 4 -
INVALID PASSWORD
RETURN
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 5 -
ENTER OPERATOR Password: Operator
PASSWORD ********
MENU ENTER
Display Software Version The software version is displayed for reference only on Diagnost. Scroll 6A screen.
Screen
Setup Date and Time The user can set the current date and time on the Diagnost. Scroll 7 and 8 screens. A
Screens battery operated clock calendar then maintains time and date even if power is
removed. Day, month, and year are entered in sequence.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 7 -
Date: DD-MM-YYYY Password: Service
Day: DD
ENTER
Default 00-00-0000
Min 01-01-0000
Max 12-31-2096
Time is entered in a similar way. The AM/PM key is used when time is in the English
mode. See the section “Define Time and Date Format Screens”.)
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 8 -
Time: HH:MM
Hours: HH
ENTER AM/PM
24 hour AM/PM
Default 00.00 01.00
Min 00.00 01.00
Max 23:59 12:59
Check Hardware The system automatically recognizes when optional boards are installed. Use the
Configuration Screens Diagnost. Scroll 9 through 14 to view hardware configuration.
When a board is acknowledged, the related information stays in memory even if the
board is removed, until the operator deletes it by responding YES to the message
shown at power on.
BOARD TYPE
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 10 -
Board type slot #2
BOARD TYPE
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 11 -
Board type slot #3
BOARD TYPE
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 12 -
Board type slot #4
BOARD TYPE
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 13 -
Board type slot #5
BOARD TYPE
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 14 -
Board type slot #6
BOARD TYPE
Digitizer COMM Setup The Diagnost. Scroll 15 screen displays the actual configuration of the communication
Screen line connecting the Digitizer and Integrator. The parameters cannot be changed; they
are automatically detected at the power on.
- DIAGNOST. SCROLL 15 -
Digitizer Comm. Setup
baud 9600, 8 bits
no parity
Test Screens Test the unit using the Test Scroll screens.
Lamp Test Screen Press START on the Test Scroll 1 screen to begin a Lamp Test of the Integrator. All
LEDs and digits of the display blink for a number of seconds.
- TEST SCROLL 1 -
LAMP TEST
START
Perform the unit self test using the Test Scroll 2 screens.
- TEST SCROLL 2 -
Internal test of Password: Service
microprocessor.
START
- TEST SCROLL 2A -
Testing ROM
Test PASSED
- TEST SCROLL 2B -
Testing RAM
Test PASSED
- TEST SCROLL 2C -
Testing E2PROM
Test PASSED
Test Digital Inputs The Test Scroll 3 screen is used to check the digital input circuitry.
Screen
The display shows a 1 if the specific input is closed and 0 if the specific input
is open.
If more digital I/O boards are installed, the NEXT soft key appears, allowing
the operator to scroll between boards.
Test Digital Outputs The Test Scroll 4 screen shows the shows the status of each digital output and allows
Screens the operator to force the output for testing purposes.
When forced, the output is on until you press the CLEAR soft key or enter the Run
menu. If an output is forced and the scroll key is used for reaching some other menu,
the output stays in the forced status until you press RUN. This allows the operator to
check inputs while outputs are still in the forced status.
- TEST SCROLL 4 -
Dig output test Password: Service
output #1: ON/OFF
ENTER ON/OFF
To force an output, enter the desired number and press the ENTER soft key.
Use the ON/OFF key to force it to the ON or OFF status.
After the output has been forced, the CLEAR soft key appears in the middle
position.
NOTE. Forcing the digital outputs may cause machinery to start. After the user tried to
force the output, the following message appears.
WARNING
EQUIPMENT MAY START
CONTINUE ABORT
Test Current Outputs Use the Test Scroll 5 and Test Scroll 6 to test the current output. The board can have
Screens one or two current output channels.
- TEST SCROLL 5 -
Current output #1 Password: Service
should be 00.0 mA
ENTER CLEAR
Default 0.0 mA
Min 0.0 mA
Max 20.0 mA
To force the output, enter the desired number of milliamps and press ENTER.
Press CLEAR to free the mA channel.
- TEST SCROLL 6 -
Current output #2 Password: Service
should be 00.0 mA
ENTER CLEAR
Test Current Inputs Use Test Scroll 7 to view the status of each analog input channel.
Screen
NOTE. This screen is displayed only if an analog input board is detected.
- TEST SCROLL 7 -
Volts input
#1 00.0 V
#2 00.0 V
- TEST SCROLL 8 -
Test communication A Password: Service
PORT 1 PORT 2
A test pattern is sent out on the TX output and read on the RX input. Depending on the
results of the test, a “Test Passed” or “Test Failed” message appears.
NOTE. This test requires a hardware jumper to be installed between terminals TB5-8
(RX) and TB5-9 (TX) on the communication board.
Test Communication B Use the Test Scroll 9 screen to test the field bus version of the communication board.
Screen
Press START to initiate the test.
- TEST SCROLL 9 -
Test communication B Password: Service
START
Test Load Out or DIO If an optional Load Out board is detected, use the Test Scroll 10 screen to initiate a
Input Board Screen BCD input test. The test is similar to the digital input test.
- TEST SCROLL 10 -
BCD Input test
0000
ENTER CLEAR
- TEST SCROLL 11 -
BCD Output test
0000
ENTER CLEAR
Default 0
Min 0
Max 9999 or 7999 (if parity check enabled)
To force the outputs, enter a number and then press ENTER. The CLEAR key
appears, indicating that the output is being forced to a value.
Press CLEAR to free the output.
Test the CPU Serial Line Use the Test Scroll 12 screen to perform a test of the CPU board serial line.
- TEST SCROLL 12 -
Test CPU serial line Password: Service
START
NOTE. The CPU serial line is not implemented in the current hardware, therefore the
normal response is TEST FAILED.
Test Integrator/Digitizer Use the Test Scroll 13 screen to view and reset statistical information about the
Communication Link communication between Integrator and Digitizer.
Screen
- TEST SCROLL 13 -
OK 00000
Err 00000 000.00%
RESET
- TEST SCROLL 14 -
Digitizer switches
SW3: 00000001
SW4: 00000000
Test the Keyboard and Use the Test Scroll 15 screen to test the keyboard and switches.
Switches Screen
- TEST SCROLL 15 -
Keyboard + switches
Key:
Switches: 00000000
Main Menu 4 – Main Menu 4 is dedicated to the definition of the input output (I/O) and alarms.
Press the I/O DEFINE soft key to access the I/O definition screens.
Press the ALARMS DEFINE soft key to access the alarm definitions.
I/O Definition Screens The input output section of the system is fully configurable. All inputs and outputs are
conventionally numbered and can be assigned to physical input and output terminals
depending on the needs.
NOTE. There are three variables the analog output can be configured to represent.
However, the Model 2301 Integrator can only support two active outputs.
Selections OFF
RATE
LOAD
SPEED
Use the I/O Def. Scroll 1A, 1B, and 1C to set up the range, delay and damping of the
current output. (These screens are not available if the current output definition in I/O
Def. Scroll 1 is set to OFF.)
Select 0-20 or 4-20 if an increase in current is desired for any increase of the
variable.
Select 20-0 or 20-4 if a decrease of current is desired for any increase of the
variable.
Each current output can be delayed. This is typically needed in blending systems, to
correct transport time differences. The delay can be set either in time or in length of
belt travel. Belt travel is suggested for variable speed applications.
Use the T/L soft key to switch between time and length.
A damping factor can also be selected for each current channel on I/O Def. Scroll 1C.
The damping factor is the time for the output to stabilize after a step change. This
damping only affects the current output, not the displayed variable.
NOTE. The analog input hardware is factory configured for current (0-20 mA) in
utilizing a shunt (W3 or W4) and 250 ohm resistor (R-21 and R-22 or R-28 and R-29)
across the input. To use with a voltage input (0-5 VDC), the corresponding shunt (W3
for Input #1 or W4 for Input #2) must be cut.
Moisture compensation is performed on the belt loading, and affects both rate and
totals. Only during material calibration with material is moisture compensation
suspended, so that the totalized quantity can be directly compared to the weight
obtained on a static scale. The moisture compensation is executed before adding to
total.
Press the CHOICES soft key to select the action of the analog input.
Press the ENTER soft key to confirm the selection.
Press the CALIB soft key to calibrate the analog input signal.
The same defaults and selections apply to both screens.
Default OFF
Selections OFF
INCLIN(ATION)
MOISTURE
The user can calibrate the input signal by entering the equivalence between percent of
moisture and voltage on two points.
Inclination If an analog input has been programmed for reading the angle signal and CALIB was
Compensation Input pressed, the I/O Def. Scroll 3A and 3B screens appear.
Screens
The user can calibrate the input signal by entering the number of degrees
corresponding to the minimum signal (0 mA or 4 mA) and the number of degrees
corresponding to the maximum signal (20 mA).
Define Digital Inputs Digital inputs can be programmed using the I/O Def. Scroll 4 screens.
Screens
The screen shows one logical function per time, and allows the user to assign it to a
physical input.
Table A-3 shows the logical selections that can be assigned to any available physical
input.
Belt running (conveyor run) input NC has been defaulted to #3 physical input.
Typical field wiring drawings and customer specific field wiring drawings show
belt running (conveyor run) defaulted to #3.
CAUTION. Logical inputs return to the default if the Integrator is cold started.
One non assignable belt speed input and three assignable inputs are
standard on the motherboard (Table A-4).
Available options are 4 in/16 out, 16 in/4 out or 20 in/20 out by adding both
boards (Table A-5).
Physical
Input Assigned Function 4IN / 16OUT Only 16IN / 4OUT Only
Number
9 J15 – 2 J16 – 17
10 J15 – 15 J16 – 5
11 J15 – 3 J16 – 18
12 J15 – 16 J16 – 6
13 J16 – 19
14 J16 – 7
15 J16 – 20
16 J16 – 8
17 J16 – 21
18 J16 – 9
19 J16 – 22
20 J16 – 10
21 J16 – 23
22 J16 – 11
23 J16 – 24
24 J16 - 12
WARNING. Changing the definition of the digital inputs may cause machinery to
start. After the user tries to change a definition, the following message appears.
WARNING
EQUIPMENT MAY START
CONTINUE ABORT
WARNING. If the user presses CONTINUE, be aware that the action may cause
damage or injury. If the user presses ABORT, the system returns to the previous
scroll.
NC is Normally Closed.
2. Enter the number of the physical output and confirm with ENTER.
Table A-6 shows the available logical selections that can be assigned to any
available physical output.
Typical field wiring drawings and customer specific field wiring drawings
show Print Ready defaulted to #1 NO, Out of Range defaulted to #2 NO and
Totalizer (remote counter) defaulted to #3 NO.
Default selections can be reassigned to any physical output, if desired.
Logical selections should not be reassigned after the physical outputs have
been wired.
CAUTION. Logical selections return to the default if the Integrator is cold started.
One non-assignable fault output and three assignable outputs are standard
on the motherboard (Table A-7).
Physical
Output Assigned Function Field Mount Panel Mount
Number
Fault Output TB8 1 & 2 TB2 15 & 16
1 TB8 7 & 8 TB2 12 & 16
2 TB8 5 & 6 TB2 13 & 16
3 TB 8 3 & 4 TB2 14 & 16
Available options are 4in/16out, 16in/4out or 20in/20out by adding both boards (Table
A-8).
Physical
Output Assigned Function 4IN / 16OUT Only 16IN / 4OUT Only
Number
8 J15 – 17 J16 - 2
9 J15 – 5 J16 – 15
10 J15 – 18 J16 – 3
11 J15 – 6 J16 – 16
12 J15 – 19
13 J15 – 7
14 J15 – 20
15 J15 – 8
16 J15 – 21
17 J15 – 9
18 J15 – 22
19 J15 – 10
20 J15 – 23
21 J15 – 11
22 J15 – 24
23 J15 – 12
WARNING. Changing the definition of the digital output may cause machinery to
start. After the user tries to change a definition, the following message appears.
CONTINUE ABORT
WARNING. If the user presses CONTINUE, be aware that the action may cause
damage or injury. If the user presses ABORT, the system returns to the previous
scroll.
Define Remote Totalizer If the Totalizer output function is assigned to an output, the I/O Def. Scroll 6 and 7
Output Screens screens allow the user to set up related parameters.
Set the divider according to the maximum rate the scale will run.
The divider is entered in totalization units (T.U.).
The pulse frequency generated in normal conditions should not exceed 10
Hz.
Higher frequencies are possible, but they do not improve accuracy.
Default 1
Min 0.01
Max 100
The clip detector is normally a proximity switch that senses a metal target attached to
the belt.
In manual mode (MANUAL), the clip detector freezes the flow rate when the
clip is detected and maintains it frozen for the programmed length.
Totalization is not affected. This is the default.
In automatic mode (AUTO), the Integrator automatically detects tare
variations and compensates for them.
If the clip detector is assigned to one digital I/O input, the I/O Def. Scroll 10 and 10A
appear.
In the MANUAL mode, the user must enter the length of belt which is affected by the
belt splice. The system freezes the belt loading when the clip is detected and
maintains it frozen until the specified belt length has passed.
If the AUTO mode is selected, the system automatically detects belt weight variations
and compensates for them. The following rules apply:
Auto Zero Tracking must be enabled. The Auto Zero Tracking then stores in
NOTE. For proper operation, there can only be one clip used for the entire belt
length.
Alarm Definition You can program the Integrator alarms. Process alarms, such as low and high rate,
can be set to the desired range. In addition, all alarms can be defined as one of the
Screens
modes shown in Table A-9.
- ALARM SCROLL 1 -
Rate Alarm Password: Operator
>NO<
CHOICE ENTER
If the selection in the Alarm Scroll 1 screen was YES, enter the low and high set
points for the alarm on the Alarm Scroll 1A and 1B screens.
- ALARM SCROLL 1A -
Low rate set Password: Operator
35% 10 sec
ENTER SET/DELAY UNITS
Default 35 % 10 sec
Min 0% 0 sec
Max 105 % 90 sec
- ALARM SCROLL 1B -
High rate set Password: Operator
98% 10 sec
ENTER SET/DELAY UNITS
Default 98 % 10 sec
Min 0% 0 sec
Max 150 % 90 sec
- ALARM SCROLL 2 -
Load Alarm Password: Operator
>NO<
CHOICE ENTER
If the selection in the Alarm Scroll 2 screen was YES, enter the low and high set
points for the alarm on the Alarm Scroll 2A and 2B screens.
- ALARM SCROLL 2A -
Low load set Password: Operator
10% 10 sec
ENTER DELAY UNITS
Default 10 % 10 sec
Min 0% 0 sec
Max 105 % 90 sec
- ALARM SCROLL 2B -
High load set Password: Operator
100% 10 sec
ENTER DELAY UNITS
- ALARM SCROLL 3 -
Speed Alarm Password: Operator
>NO<
CHOICE ENTER
If the selection in the Alarm Scroll 3 screen was YES, enter the low and high set
points for the alarm on the Alarm Scroll 3A and 3B screens.
- ALARM SCROLL 3A -
Low speed set Password: Operator
10% 10 sec
ENTER SET/DELAY UNITS
Default 10 % 10 sec
Min 0% 0 sec
Max 105 % 90 sec
- ALARM SCROLL 3B -
High speed set Password: Operator
100% 10 sec
ENTER SET/DELAY UNITS
If the Speed Mode that was defined in Main Menu 2, Scale Data, is DUAL, the user
must enter the maximum acceptable difference in percent between the two speed
inputs, and the delay time before the alarm is generated (Alarm Scroll 4A).
Default 1% 10 sec
Min 0% 0 sec
Max 100 % 90 sec
Setup Alarm Modes The following message on the Alarm Scroll 5 screen displays for three seconds.
Screen
- ALARM SCROLL 5 -
- ALARM DEFINITION -
Use NEXT key or
enter alarm number
Press the CHOICE soft key to select the desired mode (ALARM,
SHUTDOWN or NONE). (See Table A-9 for descriptions of the available
alarm modes.)
Press ENTER to confirm the selection.
Use the NEXT key to scroll between alarms, or enter the alarm number.
ALARM NUMBER # 1
Clock Fail
set at ALARM
CHOICE ENTER NEXT
Main Menu 5 – Main Menu 5 is dedicated to setup and configuration of the serial options.
Serial Options
- MAIN MENU 5 -
Press MENU for more
COMM A PRINT
NOTE. Main Menu 5 does not appear unless an optional COMM A is installed.
Communication A The communication board A has one serial channel. The serial channel can be:
Screens
Configured using jumpers as an RS232 or an RS485 channel.
Can be used for printing or for a serial communication with an intelligent
device such as a PLC or a PC.
Two boards can be installed and programmed, typically one for the printer and one for
the supervisor.
Use the Comm A Scroll 1 through 14 screens to define the communication parameters
for the first and the second channel.
- COMM A SCROLL 1 -
Baud rate port #1 Password: Service
>9600<
CHOICE ENTER
Default 9600
Selection 110
150
300
600
1200
2400
4800
9600
12900
- COMM A SCROLL 2 -
Set parity port #1 Password: Service
>No parity<
CHOICE ENTER
Default No parity
Selection Even parity
Odd parity
No parity
- COMM A SCROLL 4 -
Word length port #1 Password: Service
>8 bits<
CHOICE ENTER
Default 8 bits
Selection 7 bits
8 bits
Some commonly used protocols are implemented in the system. See Communications
Protocols, REC 3949, for details. Possible selections are shown in Table A-10.
Default MODBUS
Selection PC-MASTER
SIEMENS 3964R
ALLEN BRADLEY DF1
MODBUS
PRINTER
- COMM A SCROLL 5A -
Clear to send #1 Password: Service
>disabled<
CHOICE ENTER
Default disabled
Selection disabled
enabled
- COMM A SCROLL 6 -
Address port #1 Password: Service
>1<
ENTER
Default 1
Min 1
Max 255
Default None
Selection None
Limited
Protected
- COMM A SCROLL 8 -
Baud rate port #2 Password: Service
>9600<
CHOICE ENTER
- COMM A SCROLL 9 -
Set parity port #2 Password: Service
>No parity<
CHOICE ENTER
- COMM A SCROLL 10 -
Stop bits port #2 Password: Service
>1 stop bit<
CHOICE ENTER
- COMM A SCROLL 11 -
Word length port #2 Password: Service
>8 bits<
CHOICE ENTER
- COMM A SCROLL 13 -
Address port #2 Password: Service
>1<
CHOICE ENTER
- COMM A SCROLL 14 -
Access prot. port #2 Password: Service
>None<
CHOICE ENTER
Printer Screens The Integrator has a fully programmable printer format. Use the Printer Scroll screens
to program it to specific needs.
Handshaking Screens The system can be configured to operate in any of the following ways:
Press the CHOICE key to select the handshake protocol (NONE, CTS or
XON-XOF).
Press the ENTER key to confirm the selection.
Different printers use different end of line patterns. Select the one you need for your
printer on the Printer Scroll 2 screen.
- PRINTER SCROLL 2 -
End of line Password: Service
>CR+LF<
CHOICE ENTER
Default CR
Selection CR
LF
CR+LF
Some printers cannot accept characters while they are printing. In some cases, the
handshake is not well controlled by the printer, so a delay at end of line is helpful.
- PRINTER SCROLL 3 -
Delay end of line Password: Service
0 sec
ENTER
Default 0 sec
Min 0 sec
Max 5 sec
A form feed character can be sent to the printer after each report to force the printer to
eject the paper. If NO is selected, a normal END OF LINE character is printed at the
end of the report.
Default NO
Selections NO
YES
Periodical Printing If you want to generate periodical printing, enter the number of minutes, hours or days
Screens in the Printer Scroll 5 screen.
- PRINTER SCROLL 5 -
Print Interval Password: Operator
0 min
ENTER INTV
Default 0 min
Min 0 min, 0 hour, 0 days
Max 59 min, 23 hours, 365 days
The system can print at specific times during the day. Enter the time you want to
obtain the printing on the Printer Scroll 6 screen.
- PRINTER SCROLL 6 -
Print time #1 Password: Operator
Time: HH:MM
ENTER ON/OFF NEXT
If 24 hours If am/pm
Default OFF OFF
Min 00:00 01:00
Max 23:59 12:59
Print Format Screens By selecting YES in the Printer Scroll 7 screen, the system is instructed to print one
line each time a new alarm condition occurs.
xx-xx-xxxx yy:yyz
kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk
where:
xx-xx-xxxx
Day, month and year, printed according to the local format as defined in Main
Menu 2, Display. (See the section “Define Time and Date Format Screens”.)
yy:yyz
Hours, minutes and am/pm, printed according to the local format as defined in
Main Menu 2, Display. (See the section “Define Time and Date Format
Screens”.)
kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk
Alarm message. This is the same message that appears on the screen.
For example:
11-10-1998 8:14a
Clock Fail
- PRINTER SCROLL 7 -
Print alarms Password: Service
>No<
CHOICE ENTER
Press the CHOICE key to select the setting (NO or YES). Alarms are not
printed, by default (NO).
Press the ENTER key to confirm your selection.
- PRINTER SCROLL 8 -
Total report format Password: Service
>Default 1<
CHOICE ENTER
Press the CHOICE key to select a report format. The default format is
DEFAULT 1. (If the weights and measures option is selected, the default is
DEFAULT 2.)
Select USER DEFINED if you want to set up your own format.
Press the ENTER key to confirm your selection.
If your selection is USER DEFINED, the Printer Scroll 9A through 9P screens appear
sequentially.
You can add a heading string to your report. Up to three strings can be used to add
the customer name, as well as other information that you want to include in the print
format.
- PRINTER SCROLL 9A -
Number of strings Password: Operator
3u
ENTER
Default 1
Min 0
Max 3
Define the contents of the first string on the Printer Scroll 9B screen.
Use the alphanumeric keypad, pressing the numeric key corresponding to the
letter that you want to type.
Every time you press a new key, the cursor moves to the right one place.
If you need to use the same key two times in a row (for words with double
letters, for example), move the cursor right using the arrow keys (left and right
- PRINTER SCROLL 9B -
Contents string #1 Password: Operator
<ENTER>
Once you have defined the string, specify where the string has to be placed on the
printed report.
0000000000111111111122222222223...
0123456789012345678901234567890...
+------------------------------------------------> X
Use the X-pos and Y-pos keys to enter the X and Y coordinates.
Press the ENTER key to confirm the selection.
By specifying 0,0, the string is not printed.
- PRINTER SCROLL 9C -
String #1 pos. Password: Operator
X = ___, Y = ___
ENTER X/Y-pos
X Y
Default 1, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
If a second string was selected, the Printer Scroll 9D and 9E screens appear.
<ENTER>
- PRINTER SCROLL 9E -
String #2 pos. Password: Operator
X = ___, Y = ___
ENTER X/Y-pos
X Y
Default 2, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
If a third string was selected, the Printer Scroll 9F and 9G screen appear in sequence.
- PRINTER SCROLL 9F -
Contents string #3 Password: Operator
<ENTER>
- PRINTER SCROLL 9G -
String #3 pos. Password: Operator
X = ___, Y = ___
ENTER X/Y-pos
X Y
Default 3, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
OPERATOR TOTAL
MASTER TOTAL
RESET TOTAL
You must define a position for each variable. If you do not intend to use a variable in
the report, set its X position to 0.
- PRINTER SCROLL 9H -
Position oper. total Password: Operator
X = ___, Y = ___
ENTER X-Pos Y-pos
X Y
Default 4, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
- PRINTER SCROLL 9I -
Position reset total Password: Operator
X = ___, Y = ___
ENTER X-Pos Y-pos
X Y
Default 5, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
- PRINTER SCROLL 9J -
Position mast. total Password: Operator
X = ___, Y = ___
ENTER X-Pos Y-pos
X Y
Default 6, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
X Y
Default 7, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
- PRINTER SCROLL 9L -
Position time Password: Operator
X = ___, Y = ___
ENTER X-Pos Y-pos
X Y
Default 8, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
- PRINTER SCROLL 9M -
Position rate Password: Operator
X = ___, Y = ___
ENTER X-Pos Y-pos
X Y
Default 9, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
- PRINTER SCROLL 9N -
Position avg. rate Password: Operator
X = ___, Y = ___
ENTER X-Pos Y-pos
X Y
Default 0, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
X Y
Default 0, 1
Min 0, 1
Max 24, 80
Printer Screen The Print Menu is accessible by pressing the PRINT key in the Run Menu or, if more
scales are defined, in Main Menu 1. It is a single screen menu that allows the operator
to select and start a print report. (See section “Using the PRINT Key” for more
information.)
- PRINTER SCROLL -
COM #1 no data Password: Not Required
Start print TOTALS
PRINT RETURN COM
If you select a data type of TRAILS, the Print Audit Trails screen appears.
The system will print the last “N” records, beginning with the most recent entry.
Press the AUDIT TRAIL soft key to access the audit trail menus.
Press the LINEAR soft key to access the linearization menus.
Audit Trail Screens This menu is only displayed if the Audit Trails option is installed.
Events and changes can be viewed on the Integrator’s display, or they can be printed
out by an on-site printer.
The logger records the before and after setting of all configuration parameters that
affects the calibration of the scale. It also records when calibration was performed.
The event counter increments one count for each event.
Audit Trail records the time and displays the new and old data for any change in the
items in below, indicating each by an event number.
ZERO
SPAN
CALIBRATION METHOD
CHAIN WEIGHT
TEST WEIGHT
SCALE CAPACITY
SCALE DIVISION
SCALE MODEL NO.
NOTE. Changes in zero by auto zero tracking are not recorded. However, if AZT limit
is reached, it is recorded.
- AUDIT TRAILS 1 -
Audit trails Password: Service
NO
CHOICE ENTER
Default NO
Selections NO
YES
If the Audit Trails are enabled (YES is selected), the following screen appears for a
short time (3 seconds):
- AUDIT TRAILS -
Use scroll keys or
enter trail number
Time and date are shown only if an optional Communication board is installed.
The user can scroll between events that are displayed in order of date and time. The
user can also enter a number to display a specific event.
Linearization Linearization is not normally used with conveyor belt scales. In case of extreme
instances where calibration at multiple flow rates may be required, please consult the
factory.
Weighbridge physical parameters can be altered by pressing the soft key DETAIL in
the Scale Data Scroll 3 screen. Scroll down to the desired parameter and enter in the
correct factor. Calcon's are calculated.
Table B-1 shows the physical parameters and typical scale models.
Weighbridge Physical Parameters
Parameter Rule
L.C. Must be entered.
Idlers Must be entered.
LA Must be entered.
LB1 Must be entered.
LB2 Defaults to LB1 if zero (0) entered.
LB3 Defaults to LB1 if zero (0) entered.
LB4 Defaults to LB1 if zero (0) entered.
LB5 Defaults to LB1 if zero (0) entered.
LB6 Defaults to LB1 if zero (0) entered.
LC Defaults to one (1) if zero (0) entered.
LD Must be entered.
LE Defaults to zero (0).
LF Defaults to zero (0).
LG Defaults to zero (0).
Tables for The tables at the end of this appendix show the default value for scale model
selections. If no value is show, that parameter is not useful for that scale model and it
Thermo Scientific is not displayed.
Weighbridges Underscored dimensions are shown in metric units of measure.
Parameters
Model LB1
L.C. LF
# Belt LA thru LC LD LE m V/V
Idlers LG
Width LB6
1 10-20-1 1 32 24 24 36 0 6.5 3.00
18-36 1 6.5
2 10-20-1 1 32 22.75 22.75 36 0 6.5 3.00
42-72 1 7
3 10-20-1 2 32 24 24 36 0 6.5 3.00
24-36 1 6.5
4 10-20-1 2 32 22.75 22.75 36 0 6.5 3.00
42-84 1 7
5 10-20-2 1 36 18 18 36 0 6.5 3.00
2 7
6 10-20-2 1 48 24 24 48 0 6.5 3.00
2 7
7 10-20-1 1 32 24 38 36 4.5 6.5 3.00
18-36 1 6.5
8 10-20-1 1 32 22.75 38 36 4.5 6.5 3.00
42-72 1 7
9 10-20-1 2 32 24 38 36 4.5 6.5 3.00
24-36 1 6.5
10 10-20-1 2 32 22.75 38 36 4.5 6.5 3.00
42-84 1 7
11 10-22 1 62 54 38 36 4.75 6.5 3.00
18-36 2 18 6.5
12 10-22 1 71 63 42 42 4.75 6.5 3.00
18-36 2 21 6.5
13 10-22 1 80 72 48 48 4.75 6.5 3.00
18-36 2 24 6.5
14 10-22 1 62 52.75 36 36 4.75 6.5 3.00
42-48 2 16.75 7
15 10-22 1 71 61.75 42 42 4.75 6.5 3.00
42-48 2 19.75 7
16 10-22 1 80 70.75 48 48 4.75 6.5 3.00
42-48 2 22.75 7
17 10-22 1 62 54 72 36 4.5 6.5 3.00
18-36 2 18 6.5
Overview The Integrator has provision for up to 24 programmable digital inputs and 24
programmable digital outputs. The following inputs and outputs are located on the
mother board:
Motherboard The Integrator motherboard includes two speed and two programmable digital (DC)
inputs (Figure C-1). The inputs have the following characteristics:
Digital I/O
Optically isolated
Powered by inter +24 V DIO supply, 6 mA maximum
Cable length: 150 ohm maximum (7500 ft of 20 AWG)
The DIO input board connector J16 is a male 25 pin sub-miniature D connector and
the DIO output board connector J15 is a female connector.
Internal or external 24 VDC power for the DIO boards is controlled by selectable
jumpers OP1 and OP2, located on the lower right hand side of the DIO boards (Figure
C-3 and Figure C-4). All inputs and outputs use the same selected power supply.
Table C-1 lists the jumper positions.
The isolated contact closure inputs are activated by completing the circuit from the
input to the negative side of the 24 VDC supply. Approximately 6 mA of current flows
out of each input during contact closure.
The outputs of the DIO boards use 2803 current sinking (default) type ICs. The output
ICs are installed in sockets to allow replacing the output IC only, rather than the board,
if the IC is damaged.
The output ICs can be replaced with 2981 type ICs for current sourcing applications.
Wire jumpers W1 through W4 must be relocated for current sourcing (Figure C-3 and
Figure C-4). In most cases, it is recommended that the boards be returned to the
factory for converting from current sinking (default) to current sourcing. See table lists
the jumper positions.
Current W1 W2 W3 W4
Sinking Yes No Yes No (Default)
Sourcing No Yes No Yes
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What this Guide This Quick Reference guide contains information for setting up
the Micro-Tech™ 2000 Integrator and calibrating it to your belt
Contains scale. It is intended as a supplement to the operating manual
provided with your belt scale system. Information presented here
assumes your belt scale system has been set up in accordance to
the installation data presented in your Thermo Scientific system
manual. The manual contains more detailed information on the
Micro-Tech™ 2000 and we encourage you to read it in its entirety.
Key Descriptions Three types of keys are used to change the Integrator's displays:
Soft Keys: The three keys located directly below the display
window are known as "soft" keys. These keys
have two types of functions which are
determined by the control keys.
Control Keys: The four control keys located on the right side
of the display are used to run the Integrator,
scroll up or down to adjacent menus, or permit
entry into menu access modes.
1. Turn the belt scale conveyor belt on. Run the conveyor
empty during setup and calibration.
First, set SW1 for nominal 110 VAC or 220 VAC. Next,
set SW2 close to the actual input voltage.
- MEMORY ERASED -
Choose the language key to
continue to
ESP USA
HELP
- DISPLAY SCROLL 2 -
Totalization Units
> Tons <
CHOICES ENTER
- DISPLAY SCROLL 3 -
Length Units
> Feet <
CHOICES ENTER
8. The units used for entering the load cell capacity are
specified here. In this particular case, the use of English
or Metric units is always allowed, even if MIXED is not
specified.
- DISPLAY SCROLL 5 -
Load Cell Units
> Pounds <
CHOICES ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 1 -
Max. scale capacity
500.0 Tph
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3 -
Belt scale code #
>1<
ENTER DETAIL
- SC DATA SCROLL 3A -
Pivot to load cell
distance: 000.00 In
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3B -
# of weigh idlers
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3C -
Pivot to 1st idler
distance: 000.00 In
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3I -
Pivot to test-weight
height 000.00 In
ENTER +/-
- SC DATA SCROLL 3L -
Pivot to test-weight
length 000.00 In
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3M -
Pivot to carriage
height: 000.00 In
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 3O -
# of load cells
0
ENTER
- SC DATA SCROLL 4 -
Idler spacing:
36.00 In
ENTER HELP
- SC DATA SCROLL 6 -
Load cell size:
250.0 Lbs
ENTER HELP
16. This menu is used to set the degree of load cell sensitivity
that will be used in any future R-Cal calibrations which
calculate a span number. The minimum range is 0.5;
maximum is 3.5. Default value is based on scale type
selected. Press the numerical keys to change the value.
- SC DATA SCROLL 7 -
Load cell sens.:
3.000 mV/V
ENTER HELP
- SC DATA SCROLL 8A -
Load cell 1
Res.: 350.000 Ohms
ENTER HELP
18. The speed input screen allows the operator to select either
the single speed sensor input (default value), the dual
speed sensor input (requires two speed sensors to provide
extra safety against speed sensor failure) or a simulated
value using an internal timer. Simulation allows operation
without a speed sensor. When simulated speed is selected,
a conveyor running input is required (refer to the field
wiring diagram).
- SC DATA SCROLL 9 -
Speed input
> single <
CHOICE ENTER
19. When the display options and scale data have been set up,
the operator must enter the conveyor's belt length and
establish test duration for all simulated calibrations. The
"Acquire" test function calibrates the belt to the system.
Zeroing and spanning are the most accurate when done
over complete passes of the belt. The system also
calculates a new speed prescale value.
20. After the length of one revolution of belt has been entered
in the Step 19 b menu, the system automatically moves to
the following screen which prompts the operator to press
START when the mark passes the reference point.
22. When test duration test is finished, the new values for
length of belt and time are displayed.
TEST DURATION
Length = 0000.0 Ft
Time = 000 sec
CONTINUE
New values for test duration and speed prescale have been
installed.
Press CONTINUE.
23. After test duration has been determined, and the scale has
been zeroed, the integrator performs a calibration of the
scale. The scale is calibrated using the parameters just
entered. After this, the R CAL (electronic calibration
resistor) is used to check the integrity of the load cell.
During this time, the following screen is displayed:
CALIBRATION
IN
PROGRESS
SCALE CALIBRATED
Press RUN to start,
or MENU for scrolls.
NOTE: The span number was calibrated from the data that was
entered during this initial calibration setup procedure. This span
number is based on a perfect mechanical alignment of the scale
and its adjacent idlers. Therefore, verify this by performing a
material calibration or by performing a span calibration
procedure.
1. Auto Zero
EXIT
ZERO # CHANGED
New zero # 00000
Old zero # 00000
RUN MENU ADV
2. Manual Zero
1. Auto Span
AUTO SPANNING
Time remaining 0000
Rate 000.0 Tph
Tot 000000 Tons
EXIT
SPAN # CHANGED
New span # 000000
Old span # 000000
RUN REPEAT ADV
2. Manual Span
- MANUAL SPAN -
Rate 000.0 Tph
Span # 00000000
MENU ENTER ADV
Telephone: 800-445-3503
Fax: 763-783-2525
Service: 800-445-3503
Parts: 800-445-3503
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CHAPTER TITLE PAGE
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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
LIST OF TABLES
APPENDIX
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CHAPTER 1.0
INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL
The Micro-Tech 2000 Integrator is a bus-based microprocessor instrument that can be
optionally equipped with one or two COMM A serial communication boards. Each COMM
A board has one serial channel that can be configured according to the following
standards.
! RS423/RS232C For point to point asynchronous bidirectional communications,
maximum 50 feet (15 m). Modem capability.
! RS485/RS422 For point to point or multidrop 4 wire bidirectional
communications, maximum 4000 feet (1200 m).
! Current Loop For high immunity bidirectional asynchronous communications.
Passive only.
All of the above are optically isolated.
COMM A boards can be installed in any available mother board expansion slot. After
installing the board and power has been restored, the instrument automatically detects the
new board and adds the communication set-up scrolls to the Main Menu scrolls. The
Micro-Tech refers to the COMM A board installed in the lower numbered slot as COM 1,
and the second board (if installed) as COM 2.
Two COMM A boards may be installed; one can be set up for printing, the other one for
transferring data to and from other intelligent devices such as computers and PLC's. The
system cannot support two printers or two COMM lines.
Each COMM A board contains a perpetual clock/calendar circuit with battery backup. The
battery is located on the mother board and is the same battery used for system memory
backup. The system automatically detects and uses the clock calendar circuit of the first
board and ignores the second.
Time and date set-up screens become visible after the COMM board is installed.
The Micro-Tech 2000 Integrator COMM option meets the year 2000 requirements.
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1.2 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS
When a COMM line is set up for communication (not for a printer), the system is able to
send and receive data to and from another device connected to the COMM line. The
COMM option comes with the following software communication protocols already built in:
- PC-Master A Ramsey proprietary protocol, multidrop.
- Modbus An AEG proprietary protocol, multidrop. The COMM option only
contains a subset of the protocol as specified in this manual.
- Allen-Bradley A proprietary protocol, multidrop. The COMM option only contains a
subset of the protocol in the PLC-5 version of it, as specified in this
manual.
- 3964R A Siemens proprietary protocol, single point.
The hardware can be configured (through jumpers on the COMM board) to one of the
three standards as listed in the previous paragraph. However, only the RS485/RS422
standard allows multidrop communications, RS232C and Current Loop can only be used
in point to point mode. This does not prevent the use of a protocol; it only prevents
physically connecting the Micro-Tech 2000 to more than one device.
CAUTION
The communication protocols have been implemented and tested as
described in this document or in other referenced documents. It is the
intention of Ramsey to provide all the necessary information and help
the user to connect the instrument to other compatible devices.
However, because most of the protocols are specific to other
manufacturers, Ramsey declines any responsibility for any malfunction
that may occur when connecting the instrument to devices of other
manufacturers, unless tested and approved by Ramsey.
1.2.1 Protocol Rules
The communication protocol allows a remote intelligent device to read and
eventually write information from and to the Micro-Tech 2000. For convenience,
the information is organized in a set of registers as listed in this document.
During the communication activity, the Micro-Tech 2000 always acts as Slave,
meaning it responds to a request from a Master device on the line, but never
attempts to send messages out.
The following rules apply:
a. The Micro-Tech 2000 responds only if the message is completely received.
b. The Micro-Tech 2000 reads the message and looks for the address, which is
contained into an address byte in the query package. The message is then
processed only if the address matches the one specified in the set-up data of
the Micro-Tech 2000, otherwise it is ignored.
c. When the system receives a message, the integrity of the message is
checked. An answer-back message is prepared if the message is formally
correct.
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d. When a message containing a variable to be written in memory is received,
the system checks the correctness of the message and, if it is correct,
immediately sends the answer-back message. This does not always mean
the data is written in memory. The system first checks the register number
(which must correspond to a valid address of a variable), then the minimum
and maximum limits, and then the password. If data can be accepted, it is
stored in memory and the success flag is set to 0 (no error). If not, it is set to
1. To know if the last variables sent have been stored, the Master checks
(reads) the success flag contained in a read only register.
The following procedure applies:
- The Host sends data to the Micro-Tech 2000.
- The Host waits at least 100 ms.
- The Host reads the success flag. It should be 0.
Some data is read only, some is read write, and some is write only.
WARNING
In all cases, the maximum number of words the system can transfer is
limited to 41 per time. Requests of registers in excess of 41 are
considered errors and do not generate an answer.
1.3 PRINTER
When a COMM line is set up for printing, the system prints out data in different ways,
depending on the set-up. Print menus become visible that allow the user to define when
and in which format the data is printed.
1. Periodical printouts at predefined intervals, as well as at predefined times of day, or
on command is possible.
2. The format of the printouts is selectable between a number of predefined formats,
plus a fully programmable user defined format. In this particular case, the user is
able to easily format the printout to fit into any pre-printed ticket or form, without the
need of special software.
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1.4 WARRANTY
THERMO SCIENTIFIC
WARRANTY
The seller agrees, represents, and warrants that the equipment delivered hereunder shall be free
from defects in material and workmanship. Such warranty shall not apply to accessories, parts, or
material purchased by the seller unless they are manufactured pursuant to seller's design, but shall
apply to the workmanship incorporated in the installation of such items in the complete equipment.
To the extent purchased parts or accessories are covered by the manufacturer's warranty, seller
shall extend such warranty to buyer.
Seller's obligation under said warranty is conditioned upon the return of the defective equipment,
transportation charges prepaid, to the seller's factory in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and the
submission of reasonable proof to seller prior to return of the equipment that the defect is due to
a matter embraced within seller's warranty hereunder. Any such defect in material and
workmanship shall be presented to seller as soon as such alleged errors or defects are discovered
by purchaser and seller is given opportunity to investigate and correct alleged errors or defects and
in all cases, buyer must have notified seller thereof within one (1) year after delivery, or one (1) year
after installation if the installation was accomplished by the seller.
Said warranty shall not apply if the equipment shall not have been operated and maintained in
accordance with seller's written instructions applicable to such equipment, or if such equipment
shall have been repaired or altered or modified without seller's approval; provided, however, that
the foregoing limitation of warranty insofar as it relates to repairs, alterations, or modifications, shall
not be applicable to routine preventive and corrective maintenance which normally occur in the
operation of the equipment.
"EXCEPT FOR THOSE WARRANTIES SPECIFICALLY CONTAINED HEREIN, SELLER
DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE EQUIPMENT DELIVERED
HEREUNDER, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR USE. THE SOLE LIABILITY OF SELLER ARISING OUT OF THE WARRANTY CONTAINED
HEREIN SHALL BE EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO BREACH OF THOSE WARRANTIES. THE
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THE WARRANTIES SET OUT ABOVE
SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY DEFECTIVE ACCESSORY,
PART OR MATERIAL WITH A SIMILAR ITEM FREE FROM DEFECT, AND THE CORRECTION
OF ANY DEFECT IN WORKMANSHIP. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES."
FIELD SERVICE
Purchaser agrees to underwrite the cost of any labor required for replacement; including time,
travel, and living expenses of Ramsey Field Service Engineer at closest factory base.
THERMO SCIENTIFIC
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Minneapolis, MN 55433
Phone: (763) 783-2500
Fax: (763) 783-2525
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CHAPTER 2.0
INSTALLATION
2.1 GENERAL
This chapter describes the installation procedure and hardware configuration for the
communications option. If the communications option was installed at the factory, it may
not be necessary to continue with this chapter. Proceed to Chapter 3.0, Operation.
TABLE 2-1
COMM A BOARD JUMPERS
JUMPERS
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COMM A BOARD
FIGURE 2-1
2-2
MODEL 2000 MOTHER BOARD
FIGURE 2-2
6. Insert the hex head screw through the chassis and tighten.
7. Install the wired mating connector on the COMM board connector.
8. Reinstall panel mount enclosure in the panel.
9. Turn power back on. The following screen appears when power is applied and
remains on for 10 seconds.
-SLOT # n CHANGED
Acquire new
configuration ?
YES NO
The screen disappears after 10 seconds if the question is not answered, and the
Micro-Tech 2000 assumes the answer is NO. "HW CONFIG. CHANGED" alarm is
on and cannot be reset. The above screen appears each time power is cycled if the
question is not answered.
Answer YES because this is a hardware configuration change.
10. This completes the installation procedure.
11. Set-up data for the newly installed COMM board must now be entered. Proceed to
Chapter 3.0, Operation.
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MICRO-TECH 2101 INTEGRATOR
SERIAL CONNECTION RS232
FIGURE 2-3
2-4
MICRO-TECH 2101 INTEGRATOR
SERIAL CONNECTION RS485
FIGURE 2-4
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CHAPTER 3.0
OPERATION
3.1 GENERAL
The Micro-Tech 2000 Integrator is a bus-based menu driven machine that allows the
operator easy access to all communication and printer set-up scrolls. Main Menu 3's
Diagnostic Scroll contains the clock/calendar set-up screens. Main Menu 2's Display
Scroll contains the clock/calendar configuration screens, and Main Menu 5 contains the
communications and printer set-up scrolls.
The PRINT key enables the Micro-Tech 2000 to print the data selected in the Printer
Scroll. Periodical printing and alarms print when directed by the system if enabled.
DATE: 09-10-1998
TIME: 8:12a
The second predefined format is named DEFAULT2, and prints data in the
following way:
DATE: 09-10-1998
TIME: 8:12a
In both cases, the format in which date and time are printed depends on the
system set-up.
The last method called USER DEFINED, is to define your own format using the
printer set up screens as described in Section 3.3.4.
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The USER DEFINED format includes three programmable strings and a mean of
printing the average rate during totalization. The position of each datum on the
paper can be assigned by row and column, making it easy to fulfill any custom
requirement.
3.2.2 Batch
If the optional Load Out board is installed, the load out data can be printed in the
following format:
BATCH REPORT
DATE: 09-10-1998
TIME: 8:12a
BATCH NR: 0
SET PT: 0.00 Tons
TOTAL : 0.00 Tons
3.2.3 Alarms
The system can optionally print out each alarm (if the alarm has been turned on in
the Alarms Menu) in the following format:
09-10-1998 8:14a
High rate
where "High rate" is only an example of a possible alarm condition. Date and time
corresponds to when the alarm has occurred the first time.
3.2.4 Set-Up
The entire system set-up data can be printed by the unit for the customer's record.
Format and sequence of data can vary depending on the hardware and software
configurations.
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3.2.5 Audit Trails
When Audit Trails is installed, the recorded data can be printed out in the following
format:
TRAIL RECORD NR 1
DATE 09-10-1998 TIME 11:59p
VARIABLE scale cap
NEW 400.00
OLD 500.00
TRAIL RECORD NR 2
DATE 09-10-1998 TIME 11:31p
VARIABLE span
NEW 250000
OLD 300000
TRAIL RECORD NR 3
DATE 09-10-1998 TIME 11:59p
VARIABLE div (e)
NEW 0.05
OLD 0.1
Each record contains a description of the variable which has been altered, the old
and the new values of the variable, and an index number.
Default: 00-00-0000
Min: 01-01-0000
Max: 12-31-1999
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Time is entered in a similar way. The AM/PM key is used when time is in the
English mode (see Display Scroll 7 below).
24 hour am/pm
Default: 00:00 01:00
Min: 00:00 01:00
Max: 23:59 12:59
2. Press the MENU key until Main Menu 2 appears. Press soft key under
DISPLAY scroll and scroll down until -DISPLAY SCROLL 7- appears.
The user can define the format for displaying and printing time and date.
Select the 24 hours or 12 hours format:
Then date can be set to show month or day first, in three possible
configurations:
3. When a COMM board is installed, date and time can be displayed line three
(3) in the RUN screen if selected using DISPLAY SCROLL 9.
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Default: NO DISPLAY
Selections: NO DISPLAY, LOAD, SPEED, DATE/TIME (Only if COMM
board installed)
- MAIN MENU 5 -
Press MENU for more
COMM A PRINT
Default: 9600
Selections: 110, 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200
Default: NO PARITY
Selections: EVEN PARITY, ODD PARITY, NO PARITY
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Default: 1
Selections: 1, 2
Default: 8
Selections: 7, 8
The next screen defines the port use. Some commonly used protocols are
implemented in the system. Possible selections are:
Default: MODBUS
Selections: PC-MASTER, SIEMENS 3964R, ALLEN-BRADLEY DF1,
MODBUS, PRINTER
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Default: 9600
Selections: 110, 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200
Default: NO PARITY
Selections: EVEN PARITY, ODD PARITY, NO PARITY
Default: 1
Selections: 1, 2
Default: 8
Selections: 7, 8
Default: PRINTER
Selections: PC-MASTER, SIEMENS 3964R, ALLEN-BRADLEY DF1,
MODBUS, PRINTER
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The Clear To Send (CTS) line of the port can be used for hardware handshake.
Select Enabled if you want to connect the CTS input of the system to a control
signal generated by the other device.
WARNING
THE CTS INPUT CAN ONLY BE USED WHEN JUMPERS ARE SET FOR
RS232. ATTEMPTING TO ENABLE THE CTS SOFTWARE CONTROL IN
RS485 MODE WILL RESULT IN LOCK-UP OF THE LINE.
Default: DISABLED
Selections: ACTIVE, DISABLED
The following screens define the ADDRESS of the device in the multidrop line, and
the access permission from the remote supervisor. If NONE is selected, the
supervisor has full access to the device. If LIMITED is selected, the supervisor
can only access those variables that are accessible with the OPERATOR
password. If PROTECTED is selected, the unit is read only to the supervisor.
Default: 1
Min: 1
Max: 255
Default: NONE
Selections: NONE, LIMITED, PROTECTED
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Similarly for COMM 2, if installed:
Default: DISABLED
Selections: ACTIVE, DISABLED
Default: 1
Min: 1
Max: 255
Default: NONE
Selections: NONE, LIMITED, PROTECTED
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The most commonly used protocol is the CTS, which is a signal generated by the
printer to indicate whether it is ready to receive data or not.
WARNING
THE CTS INPUT CAN ONLY BE USED WHEN JUMPERS ARE SET FOR
RS232. ATTEMPTING TO ENABLE THE CTS SOFTWARE CONTROL IN
RS485 MODE WILL RESULT IN LOCK-UP OF THE LINE.
- PRINTER SCROLL 1
Password: SERVICE
-
Handshaking
> None <
CHOICE ENTER
Default: NONE
Selections: NONE, CTS, XON-XOFF
Different printers use different end of line patterns. Select the one you need
according to the printer.
Default: CR
Selections: CR, LF, CR+LF
Some simple printers cannot accept characters while they are printing. In some
cases the handshake is not well controlled by the printer, so a delay at end of line
is helpful.
Default: 0 sec
Min: 0 sec
Max: 5 sec
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A Form Feed character can be sent to the printer after each report to force the
printer to eject the paper.
Default: NO
Selections: NO, YES
If you want to generate periodical printing, enter the number of minutes, hours or
days in the following screen. By entering 0, the periodical printing is prevented.
Use the INTV key to switch from minutes to hours and to days.
Default: 0
Min: 0 min, 0 hour, 0 days
Max: 59 min, 23 hour, 365 days
The system can print at specific times during the day. Enter the time you want to
obtain the printing. Use the NEXT key to scroll between the print times. Up to four
discrete times may be entered. The ON/OFF key enables or disables the
displayed print time.
Default: OFF
Min: 00:00
Max: 23:59
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where:
xx-xx-xxxx Day, Month, Year, printed according to the local format
as defined in Main Menu 2 - Display.
yy:yyz Hour, Minutes, am/pm printed according to the local
format as defined in Main Menu 2 - Display
kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk Alarm message, same message appearing on the
screen.
For example:
09-10-1998 8:14a
High rate
Default: NO
Selections: NO, YES
If YES is selected, the system prints all alarms that have been set to alarm in the
Alarm scroll.
There are three ways for defining the printing format. The first two are predefined
formats, which are as follows:
1. DEFAULT 1
TOTALS REPORT
DATE: 09-10-1998
TIME: 8:12a
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2. DEFAULT 2
DATE: 09-10-1998
TIME: 8:12a
Default: DEFAULT1
Selections: DEFAULT1, DEFAULT2, USER DEFINED
Default: 1
Min: 0
Max: 3
If you specified a number of strings larger than zero, you can now enter the
strings. Use the alphanumeric keypad, pressing the numeric key
corresponding to the letter that you want to type. Each time you press a new
key, the cursor moves to the right one place. If you need to use the same key
twice (example: for double letters), move the cursor right using the arrow keys
(left and right soft keys).
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- PRINTER SCROLL 9B- Password: OPERATOR
Contents string #1
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
< ENTER >
Default: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Once you have defined the string, you have to specify where the string is to
be placed on the printed report. The coordinate is given in the following way:
0000000000111111111122222222223...
0123456789012345678901234567890...
+--------------------------------------------------> Y
00|This line printed first
01|This line printed second ^
02| | DIRECTION OF
03| | PAPER
04|
05|
06|
.v
.X
Use the X-pos and Y-pos keys to enter the X and Y coordinates. Confirm with
ENTER. By specifying 0,0, the string is not printed.
Default: 1,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
If you specified more strings, enter the relevant data using the same
procedure.
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Default: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Default: 2,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
Default: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Default: 3,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
Default: 4,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
In a similar way, you can position in the print format the following variables:
The Reset Total:
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- PRINTER SCROLL 9I- Password: OPERATOR
Position reset total
X = 0 , Y = 0
ENTER X-pos Y-pos
Default: 5,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
Default: 6,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
Default: 7,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
Default: 8,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
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The Instantaneous Value of Rate:
Default: 9,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
The Average Rate since the last print is next. The average rate is calculated
only on the periods of time in which rate has been higher than 5% of capacity.
Default: 0,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
The running time since the last print. The running time is the time in which
rate has been higher than 5%.
Default: 0,1
Min: 0,1
Max: 24,80
If the optional load out board is installed, the batch quantity and the batch total
can also be printed.
3.3.6 Setting the Printer Inhibit Range
The Printer Inhibit Range setting prevents printing when the rate is higher than a
preset value. This is a requirement of NTEP, and therefore automatically turned
on when the NTEP W&M mode is selected.
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- SC DATA SCROLL 12- Password: SERVICE
Print Inhibit range
0%
ENTER
Default: 3%
Min: 0%
Max: 100%
The third line indicates what kind of data is printed if the PRINT soft key is
pressed.
The UP and DOWN keys select between:
a. TOTALS Prints the selected totals format. Default1, Default2, or
User Define (see Section 3.3.5).
b. BATCH Only if load out option is active, print load out information.
c. SETUP Print the set-up data of the instrument.
d. TRAILS If audit trails option is active, print audit trails data. (See
Main Menu 6 in the Micro-Tech 2000 manual.)
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3.3.8 Additional Diagnostics
If a Communication board is detected, the following screen is shown. The "Port 2"
soft key is only shown if two boards are detected.
PORT1 PORT 2
By pressing the PORT 1 or the PORT 2 soft key the test is initiated. A test pattern
is sent out on the TX output and read on the RX input. If the test fails, the
message TEST FAILED is shown, otherwise the message TEST PASSED is
displayed.
NOTE: This test requires a hardware jumper to be installed between the TB5-
8(RX) and TB5-9(TX) terminals of the communication board.
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3.3.9 Main Menu 5 - Permanent Scroll Record
COMM A SCROLL
5. Protocol Port #1
6. Address Port #1
PRINT SCROLL
1. Handshaking
2. End of Line
4. Form Feed
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5. Print Interval
6. Print Time #1
7. Print Alarms
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3.4 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS
The communication protocol allows a remote intelligent device to read and eventually
write the contents of the registers as listed in this section.
During the communication activity, the Micro-Tech 2000 always acts as Slave, meaning
that it will respond to a request from a Master device on the line, but never attempts to
send messages out.
The instrument responds only if the message is completely received. The instrument
reads the message and looks for the address, which is contained in an address byte in
the query package. The message is then processed only if the address contained in the
message matches the address specified in the set-up data of the instrument. When the
system receives a message, the integrity of it is checked, and an answer message is
prepared if yes.
The Master must respect a 100 ms interval time between two messages. If a message is
sent before 100 ms have passed since the previous one, it is lost. (The data is received
by an interrupt routine, while it is processed in a task which is executed each 100 ms.)
If the Master sends variables to be written in memory, the system checks the correctness
of the message, and immediately sends an answer message if it is correct. This does not
necessarily mean that the data is written in memory. The system first checks the address,
which must correspond to a valid address of a variable, then the minimum and maximum
limits are checked, and then the password. If data can be accepted, the success flag is
set to 0 (no error), if not, it is set to 1. The Master needs to check the success flag
(contained into a read only register), to know if the last variables sent have been stored or
not.
The procedure is as follows:
- Send the data to the Micro-Tech 2000
- Wait 100 ms
- Read the success flag, should be 0.
Some data is read only, some is read write, some is write only.
NOTE: The maximum number of words the system can transfer is 41 per time.
Requests of registers in excess of 41 are treated as errors and do not generate
an answer.
NOTE: This section only applies to multidrop operation. If you are using the COMM
option for connecting a Printer, skip this section and refer to Section 3.3.4.
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3.4.1 Registers Definition
The following registers can be accessed through a serial line link using one of the
available communication protocols. The table lists the registers specifying per
each:
- register A conventional name
- type Can be: RO The register can be read but cannot be
written.
RW The register can be read or written.
Write is allowed if the instrument is in
the specified protection level at the
moment the write message is received.
WO The register can only be written. Write
is subject to protection control.
- low limit The minimum acceptable value for the variable. Lower values
are considered as errors.
- high limit The maximum acceptable value for the variable. Higher values
are considered as errors.
- refresh time The time between two updates of the variable in the instrument's
memory.
- protection The minimum protection level which must be in place to allow
access to the variable:
- always available
limited available if limited or service
service available if service only
- format Can be: char An ASCII string
integer 16 bits IEEE integer
long 32 bits IEEE long integer
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1. Type, Limits and Format of Registers
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register type low limit high limit refresh protection format
time [ms]
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register type low limit high limit refresh protection format
time [ms]
2. Description of Registers
In the following section an explanation is given per each variable of the above
table.
a. success_flag
Set to 0 after a message has been received and properly processed. If a
message is correctly received but cannot be processed because
password protection or size error, this flag is set to 1. The user may read
this register after a write message to ensure the data have been
accepted.
b. display
It contains the messages actually shown on the display of the instrument
in form of an ASCII string. For example, the screen:
- MENU MAIN 1 -
PRESS MENU FOR MORE
ZERO SPAN MAT'L
CAL CAL CAL
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display( 11 ) ... ... Characters 1 and 2 from left of second row
...
display( 20 ) ... ... Characters 19 and 20 from left of second row
display( 21 ) ... ... Characters 1 and 2 from left of third row
...
display( 30 ) ... ... Characters 19 and 20 from left of third row
display( 31 ) ... ... Characters 1 and 2 from left of fourth row
...
display( 38 ) 4CH 20H
display( 39 ) 20H 20H
display( 40 ) 20H 20H Characters 19 and 20 from left of fourth row
c. leds
Leds( 1 ) bit description
15 not used
.
.
05 not used
04 led 5 (1 = on, 0 = off)
03 led 4
02 led 3
01 led 2
00 led 1
d. status
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3 2 1 0
x 0 0 0 Batch not running
x 0 0 1 Not used
x 0 1 0 Batch running at high rate
x 0 1 1 Batch running at low rate
x 1 0 0 Waiting start delay time
x 1 0 1 Waiting stabilization time
x can be 0 Normal status
1 Stand by status
+
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e. alarms
In the alarms register, each bit represents the status of an alarm. If the
alarm is active, the relevant bit contains '1', otherwise it contains '0'.
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f. i_o
The instrument has physical inputs and outputs to which logical input and
output functions are associated. As far as communication is concerned,
only the status of physical inputs and outputs are transferred.
15 in 3 board 4in/16out #1
14 in 2 board 4in/16out #1
13 in 1 board 4in/16out #1
12 in 0 board 4in/16out #1
11 in 3 board 4in/16out #2
10 in 2 board 4in/16out #2
09 in 1 board 4in/16out #2
08 in 0 board 4in/16out #2
07 in 3 board 4in/16out #3
06 in 2 board 4in/16out #3
05 in 1 board 4in/16out #3
04 in 0 board 4in/16out #3
03 in 3 board 4in/16out #4
02 in 2 board 4in/16out #4
01 in 1 board 4in/16out #4
00 in 0 board 4in/16out #4
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i_o (3) bit description
15 in 15 board 16in/4out #1
14 in 14 board 16in/4out #1
13 in 13 board 16in/4out #1
12 in 12 board 16in/4out #1
11 in 11 board 16in/4out #1
10 in 10 board 16in/4out #1
09 in 09 board 16in/4out #1
08 in 08 board 16in/4out #1
07 in 07 board 16in/4out #1
06 in 06 board 16in/4out #1
05 in 05 board 16in/4out #1
04 in 04 board 16in/4out #1
03 in 03 board 16in/4out #1
02 in 02 board 16in/4out #1
01 in 01 board 16in/4out #1
00 in 00 board 16in/4out #1
15 in 15 board 16in/4out #2
14 in 14 board 16in/4out #2
13 in 13 board 16in/4out #2
12 in 12 board 16in/4out #2
11 in 11 board 16in/4out #2
10 in 10 board 16in/4out #2
09 in 09 board 16in/4out #2
08 in 08 board 16in/4out #2
07 in 07 board 16in/4out #2
06 in 06 board 16in/4out #2
05 in 05 board 16in/4out #2
04 in 04 board 16in/4out #2
03 in 03 board 16in/4out #2
02 in 02 board 16in/4out #2
01 in 01 board 16in/4out #2
00 in 00 board 16in/4out #2
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i_o (5) bit description
15 in 15 board 16in/4out #3
14 in 14 board 16in/4out #3
13 in 13 board 16in/4out #3
12 in 12 board 16in/4out #3
11 in 11 board 16in/4out #3
10 in 10 board 16in/4out #3
09 in 09 board 16in/4out #3
08 in 08 board 16in/4out #3
07 in 07 board 16in/4out #3
06 in 06 board 16in/4out #3
05 in 05 board 16in/4out #3
04 in 04 board 16in/4out #3
03 in 03 board 16in/4out #3
02 in 02 board 16in/4out #3
01 in 01 board 16in/4out #3
00 in 00 board 16in/4out #3
15 in 15 board 16in/4out #4
14 in 14 board 16in/4out #4
13 in 13 board 16in/4out #4
12 in 12 board 16in/4out #4
11 in 11 board 16in/4out #4
10 in 10 board 16in/4out #4
09 in 09 board 16in/4out #4
08 in 08 board 16in/4out #4
07 in 07 board 16in/4out #4
06 in 06 board 16in/4out #4
05 in 05 board 16in/4out #4
04 in 04 board 16in/4out #4
03 in 03 board 16in/4out #4
02 in 02 board 16in/4out #4
01 in 01 board 16in/4out #4
00 in 00 board 16in/4out #4
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i_o (8) bit description
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i_o (10) bit description
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i_o (12) bit description
g. commands
Each bit of the commands register is specified as follows:
Print commands: (Model 2301 and 2201 ver 3.08 & above - Modbus only)
Calibration commands:
It is possible to start a calibration function from the remote. At the end of
the calibration (calibration flag in status registers should be tested to
determine when cal function ends), it is possible to verify the calibration
error (cal error register) and eventually accept the new zero or span.
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Bit Description Action
batch commands:
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Bit Description Action
In order to give a command, the Host must set the relevant bit to 1 and
write (send) the register to the instrument. The action is performed if the
write message is accepted.
h. rate
The instantaneous rate in engineering units as currently displayed on the
RUN screen
i. load
The instantaneous weight in engineering units.
j. speed
The instantaneous belt speed in engineering units.
k. master_total
The current value of the master totalizer of the integrator.
l. reset_total
The current value of the reset totalizer of the integrator. Reset total can
be zeroed by writing zero to this register.
m. operator_total
The current value of the operator totalizer of the integrator. Operator total
can be zeroed by writing zero to this register.
NOTE: The registers from m. to r. only apply if the optional Load Out option is
installed.
n. batch_total
The current contents of the load out totalizer. Usually read at end of
batch to check the result of the load out. This register is automatically
cleared when a new batch is started.
o. batch_number
The number of the currently running load out or the number of the last
finished one. The integrator automatically increments the batch number
when a new batch is started.
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p. batch_set
The set point for the current or the next load out. Usually entered or
downloaded by the user.
q. batch_pre_set
The pre-set point for the current or the next load out. Set by the user,
defines when the rate is lowered to increase batch accuracy.
r. batch_pre_act
The set point of the preact for the current or the next load out. Entered or
downloaded by the user (if in MANUAL mode) or calculated by the
integrator. Defines when the load out has to stop to compensate the
queue of material from the loading point to the scale.
s. batch_deviation
The maximum acceptable deviation from the batch set point. Usually
entered by the user.
t. scale-capacity
The scale capacity of the scale. Entered by the user at first start up,
should never be altered.
u. speed_capacity
The speed capacity of the integrator. Entered or acquired at first start up,
should never be altered.
v. load_cell_capacity
The load cell capacity of the integrator. Entered at first start up, should
never be altered.
w. high_rate_set
The set point for the alarm of high rate. Entered or downloaded by the
user.
x. low_rate_set
The set point for the alarm of low rate. Entered or downloaded by the
user.
y. high_speed_set
The set point for the alarm of high speed. Entered or downloaded by the
user.
z. low_speed_set
The set point for the alarm of low speed. Entered or downloaded by the
user.
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aa. high_load_set
The set point for the alarm of high belt loading. Entered or downloaded
by the user.
bb. low_load-set
The set point for the alarm of high belt loading. Entered or downloaded
by the user.
cc. cal_error
Indicates in percent, the zero or span error computed at the end of a
remote calibration function.
dd. Span
Indicate the span in use in the scale.
ee. Zero
The AZT function accurately tracks the zero of the scale, by calculating
an additional zero constant. The portion of zero due to AZT is not
incorporated in the zero constant, but is shown separately.
ll. Total AZ %
mm. AZ Dev
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oo. Belt warm up time
The current value of the reset totalizer of the integrator. (In double
precision float format )
The current value of the operator totalizer of the integrator. (In double
precision float format )
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3.5 PC-MASTER
The PC-Master protocol is fully described in the following manual (available from Ramsey
on request):
PC-MASTER COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL Rev 08.01.1996
The following messages are used to communicate with the MT2000 type of instruments:
- Message #97: Send a Key to the MT2000
- Message #98: Send variables to the MT2000
- Message #99: Get variables from the MT2000
3.5.1 Description
1. Message #97: SEND A KEY TO THE 2000
With this command, the code of one or more keys can be sent to the
instrument. When the keys are received by the instrument, they are
processed as the normal keyboard entries.
QUERY MESSAGE
RESPONSE MESSAGE
No response is provided.
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TABLE OF THE KEYS
Example 1:
The Host sends the 'MENU' key to 2000 (Address of Slave 1):
02H -->
10H
01H
61H
01H
4DH
B0H
03H -->
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2. Message #98: SEND A VARIABLE TO THE 2000
With this command, the master sends registers to the slave unit.
QUERY MESSAGE
RESPONSE MESSAGE
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Example 1:
The Host writes the batch setpoint:
Batch setpoint: 100 Tons
Address of Slave: 1
02H -->
10H
01H
62H
01H
00H
6CH
00H
02H
42H
C8H
00H
00H
DCH
03H -->
<-- 02H
10H
01H
62H
01H
00H
6CH
00H
02H
D2H
<-- 03H
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3. Message #99: READ REGISTERS FROM THE 2000
With this command, the master asks the slave unit for registers.
QUERY MESSAGE
RESPONSE MESSAGE
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Example 1:
The Host reads from the 2000 the batch setpoint:
Batch setpoint: 200.5 Tons
Address of Slave: 1
02H -->
10H
01H
63H
01H
00H
6CH
00H
02H
D3H
03H -->
<-- 02H
10H
01H
63H
01H
00H
6CH
00H
02H
43H
48H
80H
00H
DEH
<-- 03H
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3.5.2 Registers Mapping for PC-Master Protocol
display( 1 ) 21 H
display( 2 ) 22 H
display( 3 ) 23 H
display( 4 ) 24 H
display( 5 ) 25 H
display( 6 ) 26 H
display( 7 ) 27 H
display( 8 ) 28 H
display( 9 ) 29 H
display( 10 ) 2A H
display( 11 ) 2B H
display( 12 ) 2C H
display( 13 ) 2D H
display( 14 ) 2E H
display( 15 ) 2F H
display( 16 ) 30 H
display( 17 ) 31 H
display( 18 ) 32 H
display( 19 ) 33 H
display( 20 ) 34 H
display( 21 ) 35 H
display( 22 ) 36 H
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register address note
display( 23 ) 37 H
display( 24 ) 38 H
display( 25 ) 39 H
display( 26 ) 3A H
display( 27 ) 3B H
display( 28 ) 3C H
display( 29 ) 3D H
display( 30 ) 3E H
display( 31 ) 3F H
display( 32 ) 40 H
display( 33 ) 41 H
display( 34 ) 42 H
display( 35 ) 43 H
display( 36 ) 44 H
display( 37 ) 45 H
display( 38 ) 46 H
display( 39 ) 47 H
display( 40 ) 48 H
leds 49 H
status( 1 ) 4A H
status( 2 ) 4B H
alarm_status( 1 ) 4C H
alarm_status( 2 ) 4D H
alarm_status( 3 ) 4E H
i_o( 1 ) 4F H
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register address note
i_o( 2 ) 50 H
i_o( 3 ) 51 H
i_o( 4 ) 52 H
i_o( 5 ) 53 H
i_o( 6 ) 54 H
i_o( 7 ) 55 H
i_o( 8 ) 56 H
i_o( 9 ) 57 H
i_o( 10 ) 58 H
i_o( 11 ) 59 H
i_o( 12 ) 5A H
commands 5B H
rate( 1 ) 5E H
rate( 2 ) 5H H
load( 1 ) 60 H
load( 2 ) 61 H
speed( 1 ) 62 H
speed( 2 ) 63 H
master_total( 1 ) 64 H
master_total( 2 ) 65 H
reset_total( 1 ) 66 H
reset_total( 2 ) 67 H
operator_total( 1 ) 68 H
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register address note
operator_total( 2 ) 69 H
scale_capacity( 1 ) 72 H
scale_capacity( 2 ) 73 H
speed_capacity( 1 ) 74 H
speed_capacity( 2 ) 75 H
load_cell_capacity( 1 ) 76 H
load_cell_capacity( 2 ) 77 H
high_rate_set( 1 ) 78 H
high_rate_set( 2 ) 79 H
low_rate_set( 1 ) 7A H
low_rate_set( 2 ) 7B H
high_speed_set( 1 ) 7C H
high_speed_set( 2 ) 7D H
low_speed_set( 1 ) 7E H
low_speed_set( 2 ) 7F H
high_load_set( 1 ) 80 H
high_load_set( 2 ) 81 H
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register address note
low_load_set( 1 ) 82 H
low_load_set( 2 ) 83 H
cal_error( 1 ) A4 H
cal_error( 2 ) A5 H
span ( 1 ) * 86 H
span ( 2 ) 87 H
zero ( 1 ) * 88 H
zero ( 2 ) 89 H
azt correction ( 1 ) * 8A H
azt correction ( 2 ) 8B H
Zero Reference ( 1 ) ** 8C H
Zero Reference ( 2 ) 8D H
Total AZ % ( 1 ) ** 90 H
Total AZ % ( 2 ) 91 H
AZ Dev ( 1 ) ** 92 H
AZ Dev ( 2 ) 93H
AZT step ( 1 ) ** 94 H
AZT step ( 2 ) 95 H
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3.6 SIEMENS 3964R
3.6.1 Description
The protocol has been implemented as described in - "Funzioni di accoppiamento
con CP 525/2 Manuale - Simatic S5" - Siemens - Rev. 1989
Two communication modes are provided:
FETCH The HOST asks the slave unit for registers
SEND The HOST sends registers to the slave
The choice between requesting or sending data is made using a specific code
inside the message.
- The Host (PLC) sends data to the Slave (2000):
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- The Host (PC or PLC) asks for data from the Slave (2000)
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Example 1:
The Host wants to write the batch setpoint:
Set batch: 100.0 Tons
<-- 00H
00H
00H
00H
10H
03H
13H
10H -->
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Example 2:
The Host wants to receive the batch setpoint:
Batch setpoint: 100.0 Tons
<-- 10H
<-- 02H
10H -->
<-- 00H
00H
00H
00H
42H
C8H
00H
00H
10H
03H
99H
10H -->
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3.6.2 Register Mapping for Siemens 3964R Protocol
display( 1 ) 21 H
display( 2 ) 22 H
display( 3 ) 23 H
display( 4 ) 24 H
display( 5 ) 25 H
display( 6 ) 26 H
display( 7 ) 27 H
display( 8 ) 28 H
display( 9 ) 29 H
display( 10 ) 2A H
display( 11 ) 2B H
display( 12 ) 2C H
display( 13 ) 2D H
display( 14 ) 2E H
display( 15 ) 2F H
display( 16 ) 30 H
display( 17 ) 31 H
display( 18 ) 32 H
display( 19 ) 33 H
display( 20 ) 34 H
display( 21 ) 35 H
display( 22 ) 36 H
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register address note
display( 23 ) 37 H
display( 24 ) 38 H
display( 25 ) 39 H
display( 26 ) 3A H
display( 27 ) 3B H
display( 28 ) 3C H
display( 29 ) 3D H
display( 30 ) 3E H
display( 31 ) 3F H
display( 32 ) 40 H
display( 33 ) 41 H
display( 34 ) 42 H
display( 35 ) 43 H
display( 36 ) 44 H
display( 37 ) 45 H
display( 38 ) 46 H
display( 39 ) 47 H
display( 40 ) 48 H
leds 49 H
status( 1 ) 4A H
status( 2 ) 4B H
alarm_status( 1 ) 4C H
alarm_status( 2 ) 4D H
alarm_status( 3 ) 4E H
i_o( 1 ) 4F H
3-57
register address note
i_o( 2 ) 50 H
i_o( 3 ) 51 H
i_o( 4 ) 52 H
i_o( 5 ) 53 H
i_o( 6 ) 54 H
i_o( 7 ) 55 H
i_o( 8 ) 56 H
i_o( 9 ) 57 H
i_o( 10 ) 58 H
i_o( 11 ) 59 H
i_o( 12 ) 5A H
commands 5B H
rate( 1 ) 5E H
rate( 2 ) 5F H
load( 1 ) 60 H
load( 2 ) 61 H
speed( 1 ) 62 H
speed( 2 ) 63 H
master_total( 1 ) 64 H
master_total( 2 ) 65 H
reset_total( 1 ) 66 H
reset_total( 2 ) 67 H
operator_total( 1 ) 68 H
3-58
register address note
operator_total( 2 ) 69 H
scale_capacity( 1 ) 72 H
scale_capacity( 2 ) 73 H
speed_capacity( 1 ) 74 H
speed_capacity( 2 ) 75 H
load_cell_capacity( 1 ) 76 H
load_cell_capacity( 2 ) 77 H
high_rate_set( 1 ) 78 H
high_rate_set( 2 ) 79 H
low_rate_set( 1 ) 7A H
low_rate_set( 2 ) 7B H
high_speed_set( 1 ) 7C H
high_speed_set( 2 ) 7D H
low_speed_set( 1 ) 7E H
low_speed_set( 2 ) 7F H
high_load_set( 1 ) 80 H
high_load_set( 2 ) 81 H
3-59
register address note
low_load_set( 1 ) 82 H
low_load_set( 2 ) 83 H
reg_set_point_1( 1 ) 88 H
reg_set_point_1( 2 ) 89 H
reg_set_point_2( 1 ) 8A H
reg_set_point_2( 2 ) 8B H
dsp_set_point_1( 1 ) 8C H
dsp_set_point_1( 2 ) 8D H
dsp_set_point_2( 1 ) 8E H
dsp_set_point_2( 2 ) 8F H
ctr_deviation_1( 1 ) 90 H
ctr_deviation_1( 2 ) 91 H
ctr_deviation_2( 1 ) 92 H
ctr_deviation_2( 2 ) 93 H
hi_pos_dev_1( 1 ) 94 H
hi_pos_dev_1( 2 ) 95 H
cal_error( 1 ) 84 H
cal_error( 2 ) 85 H
span ( 1 ) * 86 H
span ( 2 ) 87 H
zero ( 1 ) * 88 H
zero ( 2 ) 89 H
azt correction ( 1 ) * 8A H
azt correction ( 2 ) 8B H
3-60
register address note
Zero Reference ( 1 ) ** 8C H
Zero Reference ( 2 ) 8D H
Total AZ % ( 1 ) ** 90 H
Total AZ % ( 2 ) 91 H
AZ Dev ( 1 ) ** 92 H
AZ Dev ( 2 ) 93H
AZT step ( 1 ) ** 94 H
AZT step ( 2 ) 95 H
3-61
3.7 MODBUS
3.7.1 Description
This protocol has been implemented as described in: - "Gould Modicon Modbus
Protocol" - Reference Guide - November 1993 - Rev. A (Gould Inc. Programmable
Control Division)
NOTE: Only a subset of the protocol has been implemented, as described in this
chapter.
- Message of data query from Host (PC or PLC) to Slave (2000) (code 03H)
QUERY
Address xxx
function 03H
add. hi xxx
add. lo xxx
n.data hi xxx
n.data lo xxx
crc16 lo xxx
crc16 hi xxx
RESPONSE MESSAGE
Address xxx
function 03H
byte cnt xxx
data MSB xxx
... xxx
data LSB xxx
crc16 lo xxx
crc16 hi xxx
3-62
Example 1:
The Host wants to receive the batch setpoint:
Setpoint: 100.0 Tons
Address of Slave: 01
- Message of data sending from Host (PC to PLC) to Slave (2000) (code 10H)
QUERY
Address xxx
function 10H
add. hi xxx
add. lo xxx
n.data hi xxx
n.data lo xxx
n. bytes xxx
data MSB xxx
... xxx
data LSB xxx
crc16 lo xxx
crc16 hi xxx
3-63
RESPONSE MESSAGE
Address xxx
function 10H
add. hi xxx
add. lo xxx
n. data hi xxx
n. data lo xxx
crc16 lo xxx
crc16 hi xxx
Example 1:
The Host wants to write the batch setpoint:
Batch setpoint: 100.0 Tons
Address of Slave: 1
3-64
- Message of data sending (only 1 word ) from Host (PC or PLC) to Slave
(2000) (code 06H).
QUERY
Address xxx
function 06H
add. hi xxx
add. lo xxx
value hi xxx
value lo xxx
crc16 lo xxx
crc16 hi xxx
RESPONSE MESSAGE
Address xxx
function 06H
add. hi xxx
add. lo xxx
value hi xxx
value lo xxx
crc16 lo xxx
crc16 hi xxx
Example 1:
The Host wants to write the batch number:
Batch number: 0
Address of Slave: 1
3-65
HOST (PLC) SLAVE (2000)
O1H -->
06H
00H
5CH
00H
00H
49H
D8H -->
<-- 01H
06H
00H
5CH
00H
00H
49H
D8H
<--
display( 1 ) 34
display( 2 ) 35
display( 3 ) 36
display( 4 ) 37
display( 5 ) 38
display( 6 ) 39
3-66
register address note
display( 7 ) 40
display( 8 ) 41
display( 9 ) 42
display( 10 ) 43
display( 11 ) 44
display( 12 ) 45
display( 13 ) 46
display( 14 ) 47
display( 15 ) 48
display( 16 ) 49
display( 17 ) 50
display( 18 ) 51
display( 19 ) 52
display( 20 ) 53
display( 21 ) 54
display( 22 ) 55
display( 23 ) 56
display( 24 ) 57
display( 25 ) 58
display( 26 ) 59
display( 27 ) 60
display( 28 ) 61
display( 29 ) 62
display( 30 ) 63
display( 31 ) 64
3-67
register address note
display( 32 ) 65
display( 33 ) 66
display( 34 ) 67
display( 35 ) 68
display( 36 ) 69
display( 37 ) 70
display( 38 ) 71
display( 39 ) 72
display( 40 ) 73
leds 74
status( 1 ) 75
status( 2 ) 76
alarm_status( 1 ) 77
alarm_status( 2 ) 78
alarm_status( 3 ) 79
i_o( 1 ) 80
i_o( 2 ) 81
i_o( 3 ) 82
i_o( 4 ) 83
i_o( 5 ) 84
i_o( 6 ) 85
i_o( 7 ) 86
i_o( 8 ) 87
i_o( 9 ) 88
i_o( 10 ) 89
3-68
register address note
i_o( 11 ) 90
i_o( 12 ) 91
commands 92
rate( 1 ) 95 Float
rate( 2 ) 96
load( 1 ) 97 Float
load( 2 ) 98
speed( 1 ) 99 Float
speed( 2 ) 100
master_total( 2 ) 102
reset_total( 2 ) 104
operator_total( 2 ) 106
batch_total( 2 ) 108
batch_set_point( 2 ) 110
batch_pre_set( 2 ) 112
batch_pre_act( 2 ) 114
3-69
register address note
scale_capacity( 2 ) 116
speed_capacity( 2 ) 118
load_cell_capacity( 2 ) 120
high_rate_set( 2 ) 122
low_rate_set( 2 ) 124
high_speed_set( 2 ) 126
low_speed_set( 2 ) 128
high_load_set( 2 ) 130
low_load_set( 2 ) 132
cal_error( 2 ) 134
span ( 2 ) 136
zero ( 2 ) 138
3-70
register address note
Total AZ % ( 2 ) 146 **
AZ Dev ( 2 ) 148 **
3-71
register address note
3-72
3.8 ALLEN-BRADLEY DF1 (PLC-5)
3.8.1 Description
The DF1 is a proprietary protocol of Allen-Bradley. The protocol has been
implemented according to: Allen-Bradley "Reference Manual - Data Highway /
Data Highway Plus Protocol and Command Set". Publication 1770-6.5, 16
September 1991.
WARNING
ONLY A SUBSET OF THE PROTOCOL HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED. THE
COMMANDS USED TO READ OR WRITE THE REGISTERS ARE: TYPED
READ (CODE 68H) AND TYPED WRITE (67H).
- Connect message
This message must be sent from Host to Slave before a request of sending data
can be performed.
3-73
- The HOST (PLC) asks for data from the Slave (2000):
This message is sent from the Host to the Slave to request a certain number of
data:
3-74
- The Host (PLC) sends data to the Slave (2000):
This message is used from the Host to download registers into the Slave unit.
3-75
- The Host (PLC) asks the Slave (2000) if data were received o.k.:
3-76
Example 1:
The Host asks the instrument to send back the batch setpoint:
Setpoint: 200.5
Address of Slave: 01
Address of Host: 02
08H
17H
01H
00H
10H
03H
6DH -->
<-- 10H
<-- 06H
10H -->
3-77
05H
01H -->
FFH <-- 10H
02H
02H
01H
4FH
00H
00H
00H
99H
09H
06H
94H
08H
00H
80H
48H
43H
10H
03H
<-- 5FH
-->
10H -->
06H
3-78
Example 2:
The Host sends to slave the batch setpoint:
Batch setpoint: 200.5 Tons
Address of Slave: 01
Address of Host: 02+
00H
80H
48H
43H
10H
03H
20H
-->
3-79
<-- 10H
10H <-- 06H
05H -->
01H
FFH
-->
<-- 10H
02H
02H
01H
4FH
00H
00H
00H
10H
03H
10H <-- AEH
06H -->
-->
3-80
3.8.2 Register Mapping for DF1 Allen-Bradley (PLC-5)
display( 1 ) N7:1
display( 2 ) N7:2
display( 3 ) N7:3
display( 4 ) N7:4
display( 5 ) N7:5
display( 6 ) N7:6
display( 7 ) N7:7
display( 8 ) N7:8
display( 9 ) N7:9
display( 10 ) N7:10
display( 11 ) N7:11
display( 12 ) N7:12
display( 13 ) N7:13
display( 14 ) N7:14
display( 15 ) N7:15
display( 16 ) N7:16
display( 17 ) N7:17
display( 18 ) N7:18
display( 19 ) N7:19
display( 20 ) N7:20
display( 21 ) N7:21
display( 22 ) N7:22
3-81
register address note
display( 23 ) N7:23
display( 24 ) N7:24
display( 25 ) N7:25
display( 26 ) N7:26
display( 27 ) N7:27
display( 28 ) N7:28
display( 29 ) N7:29
display( 30 ) N7:30
display( 31 ) N7:31
display( 32 ) N7:32
display( 33 ) N7:33
display( 34 ) N7:34
display( 35 ) N7:35
display( 36 ) N7:36
display( 37 ) N7:37
display( 38 ) N7:38
display( 39 ) N7:39
display( 40 ) N7:40
leds N7:41
status( 1 ) N7:42
status( 2 ) N7:43
alarm_status( 1 ) N7:44
alarm_status( 2 ) N7:45
alarm_status( 3 ) N7:46
i_o( 1 ) N7:47
3-82
register address note
i_o( 2 ) N7:48
i_o( 3 ) N7:49
i_o( 4 ) N7:50
i_o( 5 ) N7:51
i_o( 6 ) N7:52
i_o( 7 ) N7:53
i_o( 8 ) N7:54
i_o( 9 ) N7:55
i_o( 10 ) N7:56
i_o( 11 ) N7:57
i_o( 12 ) N7:58
commands N7:59
rate F8:0
load F8:1
speed F8:2
master_total F8:3
reset_total F8:4
operator_total F8:5
batch_set_point F8:7
scale_capacity F8:10
3-83
register address note
speed_capacity F8:11
load_cell_capacity F8:12
high_rate_set F8:13
low_rate_set F8:14
high_speed_set F8:15
low_speed_set F8:16
high_load_set F8:17
low_load_set F8:18
cal_error F8:19
3-84
CHAPTER 4.0
MAINTENANCE
4.1 GENERAL
Refer to the Micro-Tech 2000 Integrator manual for maintenance information.
4-1
CHAPTER 5.0
PARTS
5.1 GENERAL
Refer to the Micro-Tech 2000 Integrator manual for parts information.
5
5. SE
ENSO
OR DE
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Model 61-12C (FM)
or 61-12 C/CSA
Speed Sensor
Operating and Service Manual
REC 3449 Rev M P/N 013984
Revision History
A March 1995
B December 1995
C January 1990
D March 1991
E September 1991
F February 1993
G May 1999
H February 2001
J April 2001
K July 2006
L December 2007
M November 2008
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Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ................................................................ 1-1
Overview ...................................................................... 1-1
Application ................................................................... 1-2
Unpacking and Inspection ............................................ 1-2
Storage........................................................................ 1-2
Who Should Use This Model 61-12 C (FM) Speed Sensor manual is a learning resource
this Guide? and reference for anyone concerned with installing, operating or
maintaining the speed sensor.
Organization of This Guide is organized into five chapters and two appendices.
this Guide Chapter 1: Introduction to the Model 61-12C (FM) Speed Sensor – gives you
an overview of the device’s capabilities, describes its functions, and
lists it technical specifications.
Chapter 2: Installing the Model 61-12 C (FM) Speed Sensor– provides
information about the installation of the speed sensor.
Chapter 3: Model 61-12C (FM) Speed Sensor Operations- provides
information about setting up, testing, and operating the speed sensor.
Chapter 4: Maintaing and Troubleshooting the 61-12 C (FM) Speed Sensor –
provides information about maintenance and troubleshooting. It
includes procedures for determining and correcting operational
problems.
Chapter 5: Service Repair and Replacement Parts - tells you how to contact
Thermo Fisher Scientific and how to order parts.
Appendix A: Engineering Drawings
Appendix B: Factory Mutual Report
Documentation The following conventions are used in this manual to help easily identify
Conventions certain types of information.
Bold is used the first time a new term is introduced.
Italic is used to for emphasis and terms that have already been
introduced.
Blue is used for references to other sections of the guide and serve as
links in documents.
SMALL CAPS are used in the names of setup, calibration, menu displays,
and variables.
BOLD CAPITALS are used for the names of keys.
HINT. This symbol indicates a hint that may be of value but not
necessary for operation. S
Safety Messages Instructions in this manual may require special precautions to ensure the
safety of the personnel performing the operations.
There are two levels of safety messages: warnings and cautions. The
distinction between the two is as follows:
General Precautions Do not install, operate, or perform any maintenance procedures until you
have read the safety precautions presented.
Inspection Inspect the packages for external damage before opening. After
unpacking, inspect the unit for damage and compare parts to those and
the shipping invoice.
Overview The Model 61-12 C (FM) Speed Sensor is designed and constructed for
direct connection to a conveyor tail pulley, snubbing roll, or large
diameter return roller.
The Model 61-12 C (FM) is Factory Mutual (FM) approved for Class I,
Division II, Groups D and Class II, Divisions I and II, Groups E, F, G.
Application The speed sensor is coupled to a rotating shaft which drives a generator
inside the housing. The Model 61-12 C Speed Sensor has a usable range
between 20 and 200 RPM. The frequency of the speed sensor output
signal is exactly proportional to shaft speed and provides the required
speed input to a Integrator/Totalizer.
Unpacking and The Model 61-12 C Speed Sensor has been properly packaged and
Inspection inspected prior to shipment. Before unpacking, be certain to check the
package for external damage, as the carrier may often times be held
responsible for shipping damage.
Storage The Model 61-12 C Speed Sensor can be safely stored indoors, with hole
plugs installed, between -50 and +70 degrees C (-58 to +158 degrees F).
The unit must be protected against moisture.
Overview The Model 61-12 C Speed Sensor must be attached to a pulley shaft
which turns at true conveyor belt speed. Normally, the tail pulley shaft or
a snubbing roll shaft satisfies this requirement. In installations where the
tail pulley or snubbing roll shaft is not accessible, an additional pulley
must be installed specifically for the speed sensor.
Coupling Installation Two methods of coupling the speed sensor to the pulley shaft are shown
in Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2. Other methods may work as well. The most
important requirement is that the speed sensor remains free floating and
not rigidly coupled to the conveyor frame.
Method “A” Locate the exact center of tail pulley or snubbing roll shaft. Figure 5-1
may be cut out and used as a centering guide. (Refer to Figure 2-1)
1. Locate circle guide over tail pulley shaft and punch center. Drill a
1-3/4" deep hole using a 17/32" drill. (Drilling a smaller pilot hole is
helpful in assuring correct centering).
2. Tap this hole using a 5/8"-11 tap.
3. Clean out oil and dirt with an appropriate solvent and apply a thread
lock retaining compound, such as "LOCKTITE thread locker 262".
4. Thread in supplied stub shaft coupling (part# 037711) so that
coupling collar bottoms out against tail pulley or snubbing shaft. See
Figure 2-1.
5. Insert 61-12 C speed sensor into coupling. Be sure to align shaft flat
spot with set screws on coupling. Tighten all set screws securely.
Method “B” If customer's tail pulley shaft has a 5/8" diameter stub shaft extending
from it and is concentric with the centerline of the driving shaft, use part
#002931 to couple 61-12 speed sensor to tail pulley shaft. (Refer to
Figure 2-2.) This coupling is not supplied with the speed sensor but may
be purchased separately from Thermo Fisher Scientific.
It would be advisable to provide two flat surfaces, 90° apart, on the stub
shaft for a good set screw holding power.
Align shaft flat spots with set screws on coupling. See Figure 2-2.
Tighten all set screws securely.
Restraint Arm 1. Attach restraint arm to speed sensor with two (supplied) 5/16" x
Installation 1-1/4" bolts. See Figure 2-3. The restraint arm should be mounted in
a direction that will allow the sensor restraint arm to twist against the
mechanical stop and in the direction of belt travel.
2. Weld or otherwise secure an appropriate mechanical stop such as a
piece of scrap iron (or a bolt) to the conveyor frame. Rotate restraint
arm to let it rest on the stop. See Figure 2-3. Make the mechanical
stop large enough to accommodate some lateral movement of the
restraint arm.
3. Fit one end of the supplied restraining spring through the hole in the
end of the restraint arm. Attach the other end to the conveyor frame.
Location should be such as to give a 1/2 inch spring stretch. Do not
over-tighten spring as this may cause premature failure. See Figure
2-3.
4. Although not required, it is recommended that a rock or step shield be
fabricated and installed around the speed sensor.
Alternate Sensor In installations where the tail pulley or snubbing roll shaft is not
Location accessible, an additional pulley must be installed specifically for the
speed sensor. When using an additional pulley for the speed sensor, the
following requirements are essential:
1. Select the proper pulley diameter to provide a shaft RPM within the
range of the speed sensor (at rated belt speed or over the range of belt
speeds that are of concern).
2. Locate the pulley on the clean side of the return belt to minimize
material build up on the pulley.
3. Install the unit in such a manner as to provide 15 to 30 degrees
contact wrap on the pulley. Any slippage between belt and pulley will
decrease the belt scale accuracy.
1. Speed Sensor must not be mounted rigid. Use restraint arm and
retaining spring. Mechanical stop and spring mount are by others.
2. Attach spring in location such as to give 1/2” spring stretch.
3. All wiring by others in accordance with system field wiring diagram
and applicable codes.
5/8-11
UNC
A0041d
A0041a
A0041b A0041c
Electrical Wiring
Notes:
1. Shielded cable, Belden #8762 (2 conductor) or equivalent.
2. Connect shield at integrator/totalizer end only. Make no connection at
speed sensor end.
Overview The speed sensor element employs a brushless, pulse generator which
produces a stream of pulses, each pulse representing a unit of belt travel.
The frequency of the pulse stream is proportional to true belt speed. The
pulse output signal is fed to the Integrator/ Totalizer.
Model 61-12 C The Model 61-12 C supplies the output of the generator directly to the
totalizer for high speed operation (20-200 RPM).
A B C
Overview When performing scale calibration, it is a good practice to inspect the shaft cou-
pling for tightness. Also verify that the restraint arm is free to move. If arm has
worn a slot in the restraint stop and the restraint bar cannot float back and forth
as well as against the spring, corrections should be made.
Note: Have your machine model number and serial number available
when you call.
Parts Ordering For the fastest service when ordering parts, telephone or FAX the Thermo
Information Fisher Scientific Parts Department at the numbers given below. Your
regional field service representative can also assist you with parts orders.
Telephone or FAX:
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Parts List This list provides part numbers and descriptions of the replaceable parts
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Overview This appendix contains Factory Mutual Report 3007635 on the 61-12C
Speed Sensor.
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Table of Contents
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A. Application
A.1. This code applies to belt-conveyor scale systems used for the weighing of bulk materials.
(c) checkweighers; or
(d) controllers or other auxiliary devices except as they may affect the weighing performance of the
belt-conveyor scale.
S. Specifications
S.1. Design of Indicating and Recording Elements.
S.1.1. General. – A belt-conveyor scale shall be equipped with a primary indicating element in the form of a
master weight totalizer and shall also be equipped with a recording element, and a rate of flow indicator and
recorder (which may be analog).* An auxiliary indicator shall not be considered part of the master weight
totalizer.
[*Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1986]
(Amended 1986)
S.1.2. Units. – A belt-conveyor scale shall indicate and record weight units in terms of pounds, tons, long
tons, metric tons, or kilograms. The value of a scale division (d) expressed in a unit of weight shall be equal to:
(a) 1, 2, or 5, or
S.1.3.1. For Scales Installed After January 1, 1986. – The value of the scale division shall not be
greater than 0.125 % ( 1 /800) of the minimum totalized load.
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1986]
(Added 1985)(Amended 2009)
S.1.3.2. For Scales Installed Before January 1, 1986. – The value of the scale division shall not be
greater than 1/1200 of the rated capacity of the device. However, provision shall be made so that compliance
with the requirements of the zero-load test as prescribed in N.3.1. Zero Load Tests may be readily and
accurately determined in 20 minutes of operation.
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S.1.4. Recording Elements and Recorded Representations. – The value of the scale division of the recording
element shall be the same as that of the indicating element.
a) The belt-conveyor scale system shall record the unit of measurement (i.e., kilograms, tonnes, pounds,
tons, etc.); the date; and the time.
b) The belt-conveyor scale system shall record the initial indication and the final indication of the master
weight totalizer and the quantity.*
All of the information in (a) and (b) must be recorded for each delivery.*
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1986]
[*Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1994]
(Amended 1993)
S.1.4.1. The belt-conveyor scale system shall be capable of recording the results of automatic or semi-
automatic zero load tests.**
[**Nonretroactive as of January 1, 2004]
(Added 2002)
S.1.5. Rate of Flow Indicators and Recorders. - A belt-conveyor scale shall be equipped with a rate of flow
indicator and an analog or digital recorder. Permanent means shall be provided to produce an audio or visual
signal when the rate of flow is equal to or less than 20 % and when the rate of flow is equal to or greater than
100 % of the rated capacity of the scale. The type of alarm (audio or visual) shall be determined by the
individual installation.
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1986]
(Amended 1989 and 2004)
S.1.6. Advancement of Primary Indicating or Recording Elements. – The master weight totalizer shall
advance only when the belt conveyor is in operation and under load.
(Amended 1989)
S.1.7. Master Weight Totalizer. – The master weight totalizer shall not be resettable without breaking a
security means.
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1986]
S.1.8. Power Loss. – In the event of a power failure of up to 24 hours, the accumulated measured quantity on
the master weight totalizer of an electronic digital indicator shall be retained in memory during the power loss.
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1986]
(Amended 1989)
S.2. Design of Weighing Elements. – A belt-conveyor scale system shall be designed to combine automatically
belt travel with belt load to provide a determination of the weight of the material that has passed over the scale.
S.2.1. Speed Measurement. – A belt-conveyor scale shall be equipped with a belt speed or travel sensor that
will accurately sense the belt speed or travel whether the belt is empty or loaded.
S.2.2. Adjustable Components. – An adjustable component that can affect the performance of the device
(except as prescribed in S.3.1.) shall be held securely in adjustment.
(Amended 1998)
S.2.3. Overload Protection. – The load-receiving elements shall be equipped with means for overload
protection of not less than 150 % of rated capacity. The accuracy of the scale in its normal loading range shall
not be affected by overloading.
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S.3.1. Design of Zero-Setting Mechanism. – Automatic and semiautomatic zero-setting mechanisms shall
be so constructed that the resetting operation is carried out only after a whole number of belt revolutions and the
completion of the setting or the whole operation is indicated. An audio or visual signal shall be given when the
automatic and semiautomatic zero-setting mechanisms reach the limit of adjustment of the zero-setting
mechanism.*
(Amended 1999 and 2002)
Except for systems that record the zero load reference at the beginning and end of a delivery, the range of the
zero-setting mechanism shall not be greater than ± 2 % of the rated capacity of the scale without breaking the
security means. For systems that record the zero load reference at the beginning and end of a delivery, the
range of zero-setting mechanism shall not be greater than ± 5 % without breaking the security means.**
[*Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1990]
[**Nonretroactive as of January 1, 2004]
(Amended 1989 and 2002)
S.3.1.1. Automatic Zero-Setting Mechanism. – The automatic zero-setting mechanism shall indicate or
record any change in the zero reference.
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 2010]
(Added 2009)
S.3.2. Sensitivity at Zero Load (For Type Evaluation). – When a system is operated for a time period equal
to the time required to deliver the minimum test load and with a test load calculated to indicate two scale
divisions applied directly to the weighing element, the totalizer shall advance not less than one or more than
three scale divisions. An alternative test of equivalent sensitivity, as specified by the manufacturer, shall also
be acceptable.
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1986]
S.4. Marking Requirements. – A belt-conveyor scale shall be marked with the following: (Also see
G-S.1. Identification)
(a) the rated capacity in units of weight per hour (minimum and maximum);
(c) the belt speed in terms of feet (or meters) per minute at which the belt will deliver the rated capacity;
(d) the load in terms of pounds per foot or kilograms per meter (determined by materials tests);
(e) the operational temperature range if other than -10 °C to 40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F).
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1986]
S.5. Provision for Sealing. – A device shall be designed using the format set forth in Table S.5. with provision(s)
for applying a security seal that must be broken, or for using other approved means of providing security (e.g. data
change audit trail available at the time of inspection), before any change that affects the metrological integrity of
the device can be made to any electronic mechanism.
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1999]
(Added 1998)
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N. Notes
N.1. General. - Belt-conveyor scales are capable of weighing bulk material accurately. (See Tolerances)
However, their performance can be detrimentally affected by the conditions of the installation. (See User
Requirements) The performance of the equipment is not to be determined by averaging the results of the individual
tests. The results of all tests shall be within the tolerance limits.
(Amended 2002)
N.1.1. Official Test. – An official test of a belt-conveyor scale system shall include tests specified in
N.3.1. Zero Load Tests, N.3.2. Material Tests, and, if applicable, N.3.3. Simulated Load Tests.
(Amended 2006)
N.1.2. Simulated Test. – Simulated loading conditions as recommended by the manufacturer and approved
by the official with statutory authority may be used to properly monitor the system operational performance
between official tests, but shall not be used for official certification.
(Amended 1991)
N.2. Conditions of Tests. – A belt-conveyor scale shall be tested after it is installed on the conveyor system with
which it is to be used and under such environmental conditions as may normally be expected. Each test shall be
conducted with test loads no less than the minimum test load. Before each test run, the inspector shall check the
zero setting and adjust as necessary.
(Amended 1986, 2004, and 2009)
N.2.1. Initial Verification. – A belt-conveyor scale system shall be verified with a minimum of two test runs
at each of the following flow rates:
Test runs may also be conducted at any other rate of flow that may be used at the installation. A minimum of
four test runs may be conducted at only one flow rate if evidence is provided that the system is used at a single
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flow rate and that rate does not vary in either direction by an amount more than 10 % of the normal flow rate
that can be developed at the installation for at least 80 % of the time.
(Added 2004) (Amended 2009)
N.2.2. Subsequent Verification. – Subsequent testing shall include testing at the normal use flow rate and
other flow rates used at the installation. The official with statutory authority may determine that testing only at
the normal use flow rate is necessary for subsequent verifications if evidence is provided that the system is used
to operate:
(a) at no less than 70 % of the maximum rated capacity for at least 80 % of the time (excluding time that
the belt is unloaded), or
(b) with a normal use flow rate that does not vary by more than 10 % of the maximum rated capacity.
Example: If a belt-conveyor scale system has a maximum rated capacity of 200 tons per hour (tph), and the
normal use flow rate is 150 tph (75 % of the maximum rated capacity), no testing at additional flow rates is
required provided the flow rates remain above 140 tph for more than 80 % of the time. If the same device were
operating with a normal use flow rate of 130 tph, it is operating at 65 % of the maximum rated capacity. In this
case, testing at flow rates in addition to the normal use flow rate would be required if the normal use flow rate
varies by more that 20 tph (10 % of the maximum rated capacity).
(Added 2004)
N.2.3. Minimum Test Load. – Except for applications where a normal weighment is less than 10 minutes,
the minimum test load shall not be less than the largest of the following values.
(b) the load obtained at maximum flow rate in one revolution of the belt, or
For applications where a normal weighment is less than 10 minutes (e.g., belt-conveyor scale systems used
exclusively to issue net weights for material conveyed by individual vehicles and railway track cars) the
minimum test load shall be the normal weighment that also complies with (a) and (b).
The official with statutory authority may determine that a smaller minimum totalized load down to 2 % of the
load totalized in 1 hour at the maximum flow rate may be used for subsequent tests, provided that:
1. the smaller minimum totalized load is greater than the quantities specified in (a) and (b), and
2. consecutive official testing with the minimum totalized loads described in N.2.3. (a), (b), or (c) and the
smaller minimum test load has been conducted that demonstrates the system complies with applicable
tolerances for repeatability, acceptance, and maintenance.
(Added 2004) (Amended 2008)
N.3.1. Zero-Load Tests. – A zero-load test shall be conducted to establish that the belt scale system
(including the conveyor) is capable of holding a stable, in-service zero.
(Amended 1989 and 2002)
N.3.1.1. Determination of Zero. – A “zero-load test” is a determination of the error in zero, expressed
as an internal reference, a percentage of the full-scale capacity, or a change in a totalized load over a whole
number of complete belt revolutions. For belt-conveyor scales with electronic integrators, the test must be
performed over a period of at least 3 minutes and with a whole number of complete belt revolutions. For
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belt-conveyor scales with mechanical integrators, the test shall be performed with no less than three
complete revolutions or 10 minutes of operation, whichever is greater.
(Added 2002)
N.3.1.2. Test of Zero Stability. – The conveyor system shall be operated to warm up the belt and the
belt scale shall be zero adjusted as required. A series of zero-load tests shall be carried out immediately
before conducting the simulated load or materials test until the three consecutive zero-load tests each
indicate an error which does not exceed ± 0.06 % of the totalized load at full scale capacity for the duration
of the test. No adjustments can be made during the three consecutive zero-load test readings.
(Added 2002) (Amended 2004 and 2009)
N.3.1.3. Check For Consistency of the Conveyor Belt Along Its Entire Length. – After a zero-load
test with flow rate filtering disabled, the totalizer shall not change by an amount greater than plus or minus
3.0 scale divisions (± 3 d) from its initial indication during one complete belt revolution.
(Added 2002) (Amended 2004)
N.3.2. Material Tests. – Material tests should be conducted using actual belt loading conditions. These belt
loading conditions shall include, but are not limited to conducting materials tests using different belt loading
points, all types and sizes of products weighed on the scale, at least one other belt speed, and in both directions
of weighing.
On subsequent verifications, at least two individual tests shall be conducted. The results of all these tests shall
be within the tolerance limits.
Either pass a quantity of pre-weighed material over the belt-conveyor scale in a manner as similar as feasible to
actual loading conditions, or weigh all material that has passed over the belt-conveyor scale. Means for
weighing the material test load will depend on the capacity of the belt-conveyor scale and availability of a
suitable scale for the test. To assure that the test load is accurately weighed and determined, the following
precautions shall be observed:
(a) The containers, whether railroad cars, trucks, or boxes, must not leak, and shall not be overloaded to
the point that material will be lost.
(b) The actual empty or tare weight of the containers shall be determined at the time of the test. Stenciled
tare weight of railway cars or trucks shall not be used. Gross and tare weights shall be determined on
the same scale.
(c) When a pre-weighed test load is passed over the scale, the belt-loading hopper shall be examined
before and after the test to assure that the hopper is empty and that only the material of the test load has
passed over the scale.
(d) Where practicable, a reference scale should be tested within 24 hours preceding the determination of
the weight of the test load used for a belt-conveyor scale material test.
A reference scale which is not “as found” within maintenance tolerance should have its accuracy
re-verified after the belt-conveyor test with a suitable known weight load if the “as found” error of the
belt-conveyor scale material test exceeds maintenance tolerance values.*
(e) If any suitable known weight load other than a certified test weight load is used for re-verification of
the reference scale accuracy, its weight shall be determined on the reference scale after the reference
scale certification and before commencing the belt scale material test.*
(f) The test shall not be conducted if the weight of the test load has been affected by environmental
conditions.
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*Note: Even if the reference scale is within maintenance tolerance it may require adjusting to be able to meet
paragraph N.3.2.1. Accuracy of Material.
(Amended 1986, 1989, 1998, 2000, 2002, and 2009)
N.3.2.1. Accuracy of Material. – The quantity of material used to conduct a material test shall be
weighed on a reference scale to an accuracy within 0.1 %. Scales typically used for this purpose include
Class III and III L scales or a scale without a class designation as described in Handbook 44, Section 2.20.,
Table T.1.1. Tolerances for Unmarked Scales.
(Added 1989) (Amended 1991, 1993, 1998 and 2000)
(a) As required by the official with statutory authority, simulated load tests as recommended by the
manufacturer are to be conducted between material tests to monitor the system’s operational
performance, but shall not be used for official certification.
(Amended 1991)
(b) A simulated load test consisting of at least three consecutive test runs shall be conducted as soon as
possible, but not more than 12 hours after the completion of the material test, to establish the factor to
relate the results of the simulated load test to the results of the material tests.
(Added 1990)
(c) The results of the simulated load test shall repeat within 0.1 %.
(Added 1990)
(Amended 1989 and 1990)
T. Tolerances
T.1. Tolerance Values 1 . – Maintenance and acceptance tolerances on materials tests, relative to the weight of the
material, shall be ± 0.25 % of the test load.
(Amended 1993)
T.1.1. Tolerance Values – Test of Zero Stability. – Immediately after material has been weighed over the
belt-conveyor scale during the conduct of any material test run, the zero-load test shall be repeated. The change
in the accumulated or subtracted weight during the zero-load test shall not exceed 0.12 % of the totalized load at
full scale capacity for the duration of that test. If the range of zero adjustments during a complete (official)
verification test exceeds 0.18 % of the totalized load at full scale capacity for the duration of the zero-load test,
the official with statutory authority may establish an interval for zero-load testing during normal operation.
(Added 2004) (Amended 2009)
T.2. Tolerance Values, Repeatability Tests. – The variation in the values obtained during the conduct of
materials tests shall not be greater than 0.25 % (1/400).
T.3. Influence Factors. – The following factors are applicable to tests conducted under controlled conditions
only, provided that:
1
The variables and uncertainties included in the relative tolerance represent only part of the variables that affect the
accuracy of the material weighed on belt-conveyor scales. If this tolerance was based on an error analysis beginning
with mass standards through all of the test processes and following the principle expressed in Section 3.2. of the
Fundamental Considerations in Appendix A, the tolerance would be 0.5 %.
(Added 1993)
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(a) types of devices approved prior to January 1, 1986, and manufactured prior to January 1, 1988, need not
meet the requirements of this section; and
(b) new types of devices submitted for approval after January 1, 1986, shall comply with the requirements of
the section; and
(c) all devices manufactured after January 1, 1988, shall comply with the requirements of this section.
T.3.1. Temperature. – Devices shall satisfy the tolerance requirements at temperatures from -10 °C to 40 °C
(14 °F to 104 °F).
T.3.1.1. Effect on Zero-Load Balance. – The zero-load indication shall not change by more than
0.035 % of the rated capacity of the scale (without the belt) for a change in temperature of 10 °C (18 °F) at
a rate not to exceed 5 °C (9 °F) per hour.
(Amended 2004)
T.3.1.2. Temperature Limits. – If a temperature range other than -10 °C to 40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F) is
specified for the device, the range shall be at least 30 °C (54 °F).
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1990]
(Added 1989)
T.3.2. Power Supply, Voltage, and Frequency. – A belt-conveyor scale system shall satisfy the tolerance
requirements over a range of 100 V to 130 V or 200 V to 250 V as appropriate and over a frequency range of
59.5 Hz to 60.5 Hz.
UR.1.1. Minimum Totalized Load. – Delivered quantities of less than the minimum test load shall not be
considered a valid weighment.
UR.1.2. Security Means. – When a security means has been broken, it shall be reported to the official with
statutory authority.
(Amended 1991)
UR.2.1. Protection from Environmental Factors. – The indicating elements, the lever system or load cells,
and the load-receiving element of a belt-conveyor scale shall be adequately protected from environmental
factors such as wind, moisture, dust, weather, and radio frequency interference (RFI) and electromagnetic
interference (EMI) that may adversely affect the operation or performance of the device.
UR.2.2. Conveyor Installation. – The design and installation of the conveyor leading to and from the
belt-conveyor scale is critical with respect to scale performance. The conveyor can be horizontal or inclined,
but if inclined, the angle shall be such that slippage of material along the belt does not occur. Installation shall
be in accordance with the scale manufacturer’s instructions and the following:
(Amended 2002)
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(a) Installation - General. – A belt-conveyor scale shall be so installed that neither its performance nor
operation will be adversely affected by any characteristic of the installation, including but not limited
to, the foundation, supports, covers, or any other equipment.
(Amended 2002)
(b) Live Portions of Scale. – All live portions of the scale shall be protected with appropriate guard
devices and clearances, as recommended by the scale manufacturer, to prevent accidental interference
with the weighing operation. Also, see UR.3.2. Maintenance.
(Amended 2004)
(c) Storage of Simulated Load Equipment. – Suitable protection shall be provided for storage of any
simulated load equipment.
(d) Take-up Device. – If the belt length is such that a take-up device is required, this device shall be of the
counter-weighted type for either vertical or horizontal travel.
(e) Scale Location and Training Idlers. – The scale shall be so installed that the first weigh idler of the
scale is at least 6 m (20 ft) or five idler spaces, whichever is greater, from loading point, skirting, head
or tail pulley, or convex curve in the conveyor. Any training idler shall be located at least 18 m (60 ft)
from the centerline of the weigh span of the scale. Training idlers shall not be restrained at any time in
order to force belt alignment.
(Amended 1998)
(f) Concave Curve. – If there is a concave curve in the conveyor, before or after the scale, the scale shall
be installed so that the belt is in contact with all the idler rollers at all times for at least 6 m (20 ft) or
five idler spaces, whichever is greater, before and after the scale. 2 A concave curve shall start no
closer than 12 m (40 ft) from the scale to the tangent point of the concave curve.
(Amended 1998)
(g) Tripper and Movable Pulleys. – There shall be no tripper or movable head pulleys in the conveyor.
(h) Conveyor Length. – The conveyor shall be no longer than 300 m (1000 ft) nor shorter than 12 m
(40 ft) from head to tail pulley.
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1986]
(i) Conveyor Orientation. – The conveyor may be horizontal or inclined, but, if inclined, the angle shall
be such that slippage of material along the belt does not occur.
(j) Conveyor Stringers. – Conveyor stringers at the scale and for not less than 6 m (20 ft) before and
beyond the scale shall be continuous or securely joined and of sufficient size and so supported as to
eliminate relative deflection between the scale and adjacent idlers when under load. The conveyor
stringers should be so designed that the deflection between any two adjacent idlers within the weigh
area does not exceed 0.6 mm (0.025 in) under load.
2
Installing the belt scale five idler spaces from the tail pulley or the infeed skirting will be in the area of least belt
tension on the conveyor and should produce the best accuracy. The performance of a belt-conveyor scale may be
adversely affected by a concave curve in the conveyor that is located between the loading point and the scale.
Therefore, whenever possible, a belt-conveyor scale should not be installed with a concave curve in the conveyor
between the loading point and the scale.
(Amended 1995 and 1998)
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(k) Identification of Scale Area. – The scale area and five idlers on both ends of the scale shall be of a
contrasting color, or other suitable means shall be used to distinguish the scale from the remainder of
the conveyor installation, and the scale shall be readily accessible.
(Amended 1998)
(l) Belt Composition and Maintenance. – Conveyor belting shall be no heavier than is required for
normal use. In a loaded or unloaded condition, the belt shall make constant contact with horizontal
and wing rollers of the idlers in the scale area. Splices shall not cause any undue disturbance in scale
operation (see N.3. Test Procedures).
(Amended 1998, 2000, and 2001)
(m) Uniformity of Belt Loading and Flow. – The conveyor loading mechanism shall be designed to
provide uniform belt loading. The distance from the loading point to the scale shall allow for adequate
settling time of the material on the belt before it is weighed. Feeding mechanisms shall have a positive
closing or stopping action so that material leakage does not occur. Feeders shall provide an even flow
over the scale through the full range of scale operation. Sufficient impact idlers shall be provided in
the conveyor under each loading point to prevent deflection of the belt during the time material is
being loaded.
(n) Belt Alignment. – The belt shall not extend beyond the edge of the outermost roller of any carry side
(top) roller in any area of the conveyor nor touch the conveyor structure on the return (bottom) side of
the conveyor.
(Amended 1998 and 2008)
UR.2.3. Material Test. – A belt-conveyor scale shall be installed so that a material test can be conveniently
conducted.
[Nonretroactive as of January 1, 1981]
UR.2.4. Belt Travel (Speed or Velocity). – The belt travel sensor shall be so positioned that it accurately
represents the travel of the belt over the scale for all flow rates between the maximum and minimum values.
The belt travel sensor shall be so designed and installed that there is no slip.
UR.3.1. Loading. – The feed of material to the scale shall be controlled to assure that, during normal
operation, the material flow is in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation for rated capacity.
UR.3.2. Maintenance. – Belt-conveyor scales and idlers shall be maintained and serviced in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions and the following:
(a) The scale and area surrounding the scale shall be kept clean of debris or other foreign material that can
detrimentally affect the performance of the system.
(b) There shall be provisions to ensure that weighed material does not adhere to the belt and return to the
scale system area.
(Added 2004)
(c) Zero-load tests and simulated load or material tests shall be conducted at periodic intervals between
official tests and after a repair or mechanical adjustment to the conveyor system in order to provide
reasonable assurance that the device is performing correctly. The minimum interval for periodic
zero-load tests and simulated load tests shall be established by the official with statutory authority or
according to manufacturer recommendations.
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The actions to be taken as a result of the zero-load test are shown in the following table.
If the change in zero is ± 0.25 % to ± 0.5 % Inspect the conveyor and weighing area for compliance with
(0.25 % ≤ ∆ 0 ≤ 0.5 %) UR.2. Installation Requirements and repeat the zero-load test.
Inspect the conveyor and weighing area for compliance with
If the change in zero is greater than ± 0.5 %
UR.2. Installation Requirements, repeat the zero-load test, and
(∆ 0 > 0.5 %)
reduce the interval between zero-load tests.
The action to be taken as a result of the simulated load or material tests is shown in the following
table.
(Amended 2002)
(d) Scale Alignment. - Alignment checks shall be conducted in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendation when conveyor work is performed in the scale area. A material test is required after
any realignment.
(Amended 1986 and 2000)
(e) Simulated Load Equipment. – Simulated load equipment shall be clean and properly maintained.
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(f) Zero Load Reference Information. – When zero load reference information is recorded for a
delivery, the information must be based upon zero load tests performed as a minimum both
immediately before and immediately after the totalized load.
(Added 2002)
(Amended 2002, 2004, and 2009)
UR.3.3. Retention of Maintenance, Test, and Analog or Digital Recorder Information. – Records of
calibration and maintenance, including conveyor alignment, analog or digital recorder, zero-load test, and
material test data shall be maintained on site for at least the three concurrent years as a history of scale
performance. Copies of any report as a result of a test or repair shall be mailed to the official with statutory
authority as required. The current date and correction factor(s) for simulated load equipment shall be recorded
and maintained in the scale cabinet.
(Added 2002)
UR.3.4. Diversion or Loss of Measured Product. – There shall be no operation(s) or condition(s) of use
that result in loss or diversion that adversely affects the quantity of measured product.
(Added 2005)
UR.4. Compliance. – Prior to initial verification, the scale manufacturer or installer shall certify to the owner that
the scale meets code requirements. Prior to initial verification and each subsequent verification, the scale owner or
his agent shall notify the official with statutory authority in writing that the belt-conveyor scale system is in
compliance with this specification and ready for material testing.
(Amended 1991)
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