Arlyn Scales 8200 Series User manual

Digital Scales
Models with MKE-5 Indicator
59 Second Street
East Rockaway, NY 11518
[phone]
www.arlynscales.com
v12.0.071217
User Manual

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CONTENTS
YOUR NEW SCALE ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
SCALE VERSION ..............................................................................................................................................................................................5
ADDITIONAL MANUALS....................................................................................................................................................................................5
FEATURES .....................................................................................................................................................................................................5
PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................................................................................................................5
BEST CONDITIONS FOR WEIGHING .....................................................................................................................................................................5
INITIAL SET-UP AND OPERATION .......................................................................................................................................................................6
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
MAIN DISPLAY SCREEN ....................................................................................................................................................................................6
FRONT PANEL /KEYBOARD...............................................................................................................................................................................7
Main Function Keys................................................................................................................................................................................8
Menu Navigation Keys...........................................................................................................................................................................8
Secondary Function Keys .......................................................................................................................................................................8
SYSTEM OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
BASIC MENU OPERATION.................................................................................................................................................................................8
TARE FUNCTIONS............................................................................................................................................................................................9
TARE SETTINGS AND TARE DEFINITIONS ..............................................................................................................................................................9
Tare Definitions......................................................................................................................................................................................9
Multiplatform Consideration .................................................................................................................................................................9
Tare Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................................................9
PARTS COUNTING FUNCTIONS (SERIES 8200)....................................................................................................................................................10
TEXT DESCRIPTIONS –[NOT CURRENTLY SUPPORTED]..........................................................................................................................................10
SYSTEM MEMORY ALLOCATION AND USAGE [NOT CURRENTLY SUPPORTED]............................................................................................................10
THE SYSTEM MENU ......................................................................................................................................................................................11
Backup .................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Restore.................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Restore to Factory Defaults .................................................................................................................................................................11
Scale Description / Scale ID Number....................................................................................................................................................11
Udef Conversion Multiplier ..................................................................................................................................................................11
*Auto Increment Weight Number (Future expansion).........................................................................................................................11
Display Contrast...................................................................................................................................................................................11
Display Refresh Interval (or Display Update Speed) ............................................................................................................................11
Startup Parameters..............................................................................................................................................................................11
Erase User Memory .............................................................................................................................................................................12
Revision Number..................................................................................................................................................................................12
Auto Shut-Off .......................................................................................................................................................................................12
Lbs-Oz Display......................................................................................................................................................................................12
CONFIGURATION AND CALIBRATION ................................................................................................................................................. 12
PLATFORM ADVANCED SETUP .........................................................................................................................................................................12
Description...........................................................................................................................................................................................13
Platform Auto Setup ............................................................................................................................................................................13
Span Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................................................13
Resolution-Overload ............................................................................................................................................................................13
Auto Zero .............................................................................................................................................................................................13
Zero Tracking .......................................................................................................................................................................................14
Software Filter .....................................................................................................................................................................................14

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Stability Control ...................................................................................................................................................................................15
Zero / Motion Detect ...........................................................................................................................................................................15
Multi-Platform Settings (for Multiple Platform Configurations Only) .................................................................................................16
Adjust Zero Offset ................................................................................................................................................................................16
View Raw ADC Data.............................................................................................................................................................................16
CALIBRATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................................. 17
SCALE READS ZERO AND WILL NOT MOVE. ..........................................................................................................................................................17
SCALE READING IS FLUCTUATING WILDLY............................................................................................................................................................17
SCALE READING IS DIFFERENT ON DIFFERENT AREAS ON THE PLATFORM?..................................................................................................................17
SCALE CORNERS PROPERLY BUT DOES NOT INDICATE THE CORRECT WEIGHT...............................................................................................................17
SPAN CALIBRATION .......................................................................................................................................................................................17
PLATFORM CONNECTOR PINOUT .....................................................................................................................................................................18
PRIMARY MENU TREE ........................................................................................................................................................................ 19
INTRODUCTION TO OPTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
RS232 COMMUNICATIONS PORT ....................................................................................................................................................... 21
CONFIGURING THE PORT ................................................................................................................................................................................21
PERFORM TEST PRINT....................................................................................................................................................................................21
LOOP BACK TEST ..........................................................................................................................................................................................21
PRINT STREAM MODE ...................................................................................................................................................................................21
PRINTING AT STABILITY USING MOTION DETECTION AND STABILITY CONTROL ..........................................................................................................21
The Print-At-Stability Setup Screen ......................................................................................................................................................22
Print Stream Mode with Print-At-Stability ...........................................................................................................................................22
PRINT FRAME (FOR RS232/USB/ETHERNET) ................................................................................................................................................23
Defining and Editing the Print Frame ..................................................................................................................................................23
Print Frame Functions..........................................................................................................................................................................23
Print Frame Design Examples ..............................................................................................................................................................24
TEXT DEFINITIONS [NOT SUPPORTED AT THIS TIME].............................................................................................................................................25
CHANGING PRINTER FONTS ............................................................................................................................................................................25
EXTERNAL COMMAND INTERFACE ....................................................................................................................................................................26
Print Request Response Time...............................................................................................................................................................26
External Command Limitations............................................................................................................................................................26
Command String Parameters [Not Supported]....................................................................................................................................26
The [*] Command: Used for Keyboard Emulation ...............................................................................................................................27
The [!] Command: Remote Entry Commands [Not Supported]............................................................................................................27
The [@] Command: Interactive Commands [Not Supported] ..............................................................................................................28
Future Interactive Commands [Not Supported]...................................................................................................................................28
TIPS ON INTERFACING RS232 .........................................................................................................................................................................28
TEST USING TERMINAL ..................................................................................................................................................................................29
TIME AND DATE ................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
ANALOG OUTPUT............................................................................................................................................................................... 30
ANALOG SETUP MENU ..................................................................................................................................................................................30
SPECIAL NOTE FOR MULTIPLE PLATFORM SCALES................................................................................................................................................31
SETPOINT CONTROLLER ..................................................................................................................................................................... 31
OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS AND NOTES ...............................................................................................................................................................31
CREATING SETPOINTS FORMULAS ....................................................................................................................................................................32
The Setpoint Definition Screen.............................................................................................................................................................32
Creating and Editing Formulas ............................................................................................................................................................32
Notes on Cycle Mode ...........................................................................................................................................................................33
Output Connector and Pin Diagram ....................................................................................................................................................34

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WEIGHT AVERAGING.......................................................................................................................................................................... 34
PUSH BUTTON OPERATION.............................................................................................................................................................................34
For Multiple Platforms .........................................................................................................................................................................34
CONTINUOUS OPERATION ..............................................................................................................................................................................35
CONFIGURING THE WEIGHT AVERAGE OPTION ...................................................................................................................................................35
MULTIPLE PLATFORM OPERATION..................................................................................................................................................... 35
BATTERY PACK OPERATION................................................................................................................................................................ 36
TYPICAL DISCHARGE TIME ..............................................................................................................................................................................36
THE MAIN POWER TOGGLE SWITCH.................................................................................................................................................................36
THE FRONT PANEL ON/OFF SWITCH ................................................................................................................................................................36
AUTO SHUTOFF SETUP...................................................................................................................................................................................36
BATTERY OPERATION SUMMARY .....................................................................................................................................................................36
Note .....................................................................................................................................................................................................37
STATISTICAL PACKAGE [NOT SUPPORTED] ......................................................................................................................................... 37
STATISTICAL MENU .......................................................................................................................................................................................37
THE SETUP SCREEN,CONFIGURING THE STATISTICAL PACKAGE. .............................................................................................................................37
Adding a Reading to the Collection......................................................................................................................................................38
KEY LOCK PASSWORD PROTECT ......................................................................................................................................................... 38
KEYPAD LOCK...............................................................................................................................................................................................38
KEYPAD UNLOCK ..........................................................................................................................................................................................38
DEACTIVATING KEYPAD LOCK ..........................................................................................................................................................................38
USB COMMUNICATION ...................................................................................................................................................................... 38
CONFIGURING THE PORT ................................................................................................................................................................................38
PERFORM TEST PRINT....................................................................................................................................................................................38
PRINT STREAM MODE ...................................................................................................................................................................................38
PRINT AT STABILITY USING MOTION DETECTION AND STABILITY CONTROL...............................................................................................................39
PRINT FRAME ..............................................................................................................................................................................................39
EXTERNAL COMMAND INTERFACE ....................................................................................................................................................................39
PC DRIVER INSTALLATION AND TESTING............................................................................................................................................................39
DATALOGGING (USB MEMORY STICK)................................................................................................................................................ 39
BASIC OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................39
Datalogging Settings ...........................................................................................................................................................................39
Datalogging Print Frame .....................................................................................................................................................................40
USB FLASH DRIVE USE ..................................................................................................................................................................................40
Advanced Operation ............................................................................................................................................................................40
ETHERNET (TCP/IP SOCKET) ............................................................................................................................................................... 41
BLUETOOTH LOW ENERGY (BLE) ........................................................................................................................................................ 42
SPECIFICIATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................................ 42
LIMITED WARRANTY .......................................................................................................................................................................... 43
REVISION HISTORY ............................................................................................................................................................................. 43

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YOUR NEW SCALE
Congratulations on your purchase of an Arlyn Digital Scale. This Scale offers a combination of versatility, accuracy and simplicity in an
easy to use and easy to maintain package. Advanced menu driven operating software, large memory capacity and an easy to use
menu structure allows the scale to be configured for almost any application. To obtain the best performance and greatest utilization
from your scale, read this instruction booklet completely and carefully.
Please enter the Serial Number, which is located on the scale serial plate. Retain this information for future reference.
Serial No. ____________________________.
Scale Version
This manual only applies to scale firmware version R12.xxx. If your scale has version is R6.1xxx, this manual will not work for you. You
can find support for Legacy products at http://www.arlynscales.com/legacy-scale-support. You can also call customer service listed at
the title page for further assistance.
The firmware version is shown when the scale is booted up. The version number can be seen at the bottom right of the screen during
the logo splash.
Additional Manuals
If your scale is equipped with Parts Counting, Flow Rate, USB Communication, etc. please refer to
http://www.arlynscales.com/product-manuals-specification-sheets to download instructions relevant to your specific scale. The digital
version of this manual can found here as well.
Features
Easy to read, LCD Graphics display
Automatic Calibration
Multiple Tare Weights
No Moving Parts
Positive Overload Stops (most models)
Large Memory Capacity
Eight Unit Conversions Standard
High Accuracy Parts Counting on Many Models
Automatic or Numeric Entry Tare
Sealed “Click-Type” Control Panel
Stainless Steel Load Cell (most models)
Computerized Self Testing
Automatic Zero Tracking
Full Text and Floating-Point Entry
On Line Help
Optional Time and Date
Optional Battery Operation
Optional Weight Average Function
Optional Configurable RS-232 Port
Optional Setpoints
Optional Analog Output
Optional Multiple Platforms
Optional USB Interface
Optional USB Flash Drive Datalogging
Precautions
1. Prevent inflammables and liquids from entering scale head.
2. Always use the included wall transformer when using AC outlet. NEVER replace the wall transformer with a plug. This could
cause electrical shock and severely damage to the scale.
3. Allow clearance on all sides of scale platform for accurate weighing.
4. Do not drop large loads on scale platform.
5. NEVER EXCEED THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE SCALE.
6. Do not pull on the connecting electrical cables.
7. Make sure that the scale and ramps are properly secured to the floor (most models).
Best Conditions for Weighing
1. The scale should be level.
2. Best operating temperature is about 68 degrees F.

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3. The weighing area should be kept clean and dry.
4. The surface that the scale is resting on should be of solid construction and not prone to vibrations.
5. Don’t install the scale near heater or air conditioner vents.
6. Avoid drafts.
7. Utilize a stable AC power supply. Avoid heavy motorized equipment on the same power line.
8. Do not operate the scale in close proximity of RF transmitters like cell phones and walkie-talkies.
9. Warm-up the scale before use, or leave on “ready” mode.
Initial Set-Up and Operation
1. Carefully unpack scale from shipping carton. Save packing material for possible future use.
2. If the level legs are included separately, then screw one into each corner underneath the scale.
3. Place scale on a level surface and adjust the level legs so that all four legs are touching the surface.
4. If your scale comes equipped with ramps, fix them to the floor using the mounting holes provided. This way the ramp will not
move during normal use. Be careful not to let the scale platform rub up against the ramp or any other surface, as this would
cause non-repeatability of other inaccuracies.
5. Plug into 117 VAC wall outlet. (If your model comes with the optional 24V DC input, please insert the appropriate power
supply)
6. For non-battery pack equipped scales, the scale will run a self-test procedure to check its load sensors and electronic circuitry.
Upon proper completion, scale will display the prompt (“ready”). Press the ON/OFF key to activate the unit. Press and hold
the ON/OFF key to return the scale to the ready state.
7. For battery pack equipped scales, the screen will remain blank until you press the ON/OFF key. To shut the scale down, press
and hold the ON/OFF key until the display blanks out.
8. Allow a five-minute warm-up time for stabilization and most accurate results. Items to be weighed may be placed anywhere
on the platform, but if heavy items are to be weighed, it is advisable to place them near the center. Many models are
equipped with shock absorbers and positive overload stops for protection. Still, care should be taken to avoid putting
excessive stress on the load cell system, as when heavy weights are dropped on the platform. It is normal for a small amount
of drift to occur over periods of time. For the most accurate readings, the scale may re-acquire a true zero by pressing the
ZERO button prior to weighing.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Main Display Screen
The scale is equipped with 128x64 LCD Graphics Display with a wide viewing angle and variable contrast. For normal operations, you
have a choice of viewing weight information from two main screens. For parts counting scales, two more screens are available. You can
switch screens by pressing the MENU key and then press ENTER to accept the “Next Screen” menu choice. By doing this, you will step
through the screens shown below in order. For non-counting scales screens 3 and 4 are skipped.

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WEIGHT DISPLAY
Shows the weight on the platform in the current units setting.
COUNT DISPLAY
Shows the current piece count on the platform. If there are any totals in the accumulate register it will
indicate “pcs acc”
UNITS
Shows the active conversion units.
NET INDICATOR
Shows “Net” if the indicator is in net weighing mode.
STATUS/ZERO
Shows either “Zr” if the platform is at zero, a bar graph showing how close the scale is to maximum capacity
or “OVLD!” if the platform is overloaded.
TARE DESCRIPTION
Shows the description of the active tare weight. If the tare was taken from the keyboard using the TARE key
it will show “From Keyboard”.
TARE WEIGHT
Shows the weight value of the active tare.
SAMPLE DESCR
Shows the description of the active sample weight. If the sample was taken from the keyboard using the
SAMPLE key it will show “From Keyboard”.
SAMPLE WEIGHT
Shows the weight value of the active sample.
Front Panel / Keyboard
The front panel has a twelve button, click touch key panel that allows easy menu navigation as well as full text and floating-point entry.
The main scale functions are shown in black, menu navigation and floating point numeric entry keys are blue and the secondary
functions are yellow.
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Main Function Keys
ON/OFF
Press once to place the scale in its normal operating mode. Pressing and holding the key will return the scale to the
“ready” mode. On battery pack equipped scales, press and hold this key to power it down.
TARE
Pressing this key will tare any weight on the platform and switch the scale to the net mode. Holding this key down
will clear any active tare weight.
NET/GROSS
Will toggle the indicator between the net and gross mode. The net mode will show the weight on the platform
minus any tared weight.
UNITS
Pressing this key allows you to step through the various conversions. By default, the conversions available are
pounds, kilograms, grams and ounces. There are four other conversions available that can be activated in the setup
menu. This will add troy ounces, pennyweights, grains and a user defined conversion to the list.
ZERO
Will zero the indicator.
Menu Navigation Keys
MENU/BACK
Using this key from the weight display will access the setup menu. In all other areas, it is used to back out from
menus or to complete an operation.
ENTER
This key is used to select items and to complete operations in the various menus.
ARROWS
Are used to navigate and select menu items.
Secondary Function Keys
SAMPLE*
In counting scales is used to acquire a quick parts-counting sample from the platform. Pressing and holding this
key down will clear the active sample.
ACCUM*
In counting scales is used to add the piece count to the accumulate register allowing the totaling of parts. Pressing
and holding this key will clear the accumulate register
? KEY
Can be used in various areas to call up help screens. In some areas this key needs to be pressed and held.
SHIFT
Used by the text-editing screen to toggle caps on/off.
CLEAR
Used in some editing screens to clear input lines and numbers. In some areas this key needs to be pressed and
held
NUMBER KEYS
Are used in various places to input floating point numbers.
*Parts Counting Scales only.
SYSTEM OPERATION
Basic Menu Operation
The scale operating system uses a menu driven interface that is both intuitive and easy to use. To access the setup menu, press the
MENU/BACK key.
There are two basic menu types. The first is a simple list of items. To select an item in the list, use the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to
line up on the desired item and then press ENTER.
The second type of menu is a horizontal list displayed along the bottom of the screen. These menu items indicate operations to be
performed. To select one, use the RIGHT and LEFT ARROW keys to select the desired item and then press ENTER. Horizontal menus
may show a single or double headed arrow on the right side to indicate that there are more selections to the left and/or right that are
not displayed.
Horizontal menus and lists are often used together to perform an operation on a specific item. For example, to delete a tare entry, use
the UP and DOWN ARROWS to select the desired tare from the list, then use the LEFT and RIGHT ARROWS to select the menu item
“DEL” in the horizontal menu. Pressing ENTER will perform the operation.
Selecting menu items will often lead to other menus, sometime drilling down several levels deep. Use the MENU/BACK key to back
your way out. Continuing back will eventually bring you back to the top, which is the main weight display screen. Consult the menu
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Tare Functions
The tare function allows you to temporarily remove from the display any weight that may be on the platform. Tare weights are often
used in filling processes. For example, the user will place an empty box on the platform. The scale will indicate the weight of the box.
The user then presses the TARE key. The scale will now indicate a weight of zero, and will switch to the NET mode. The box can now be
filled. The scale will read out only the weight of the material. Switching to the GROSS mode will show the weight of the material plus
the weight of the box. To clear any active tare, press and hold the TARE key.
Tare Settings and Tare Definitions
Tares can also be taken, named, activated and stored permanently through the setup menu. Go to menu SETUP MENU/TARES. A list of
options is displayed on the screen, Tare Definitions and Tare Settings.
Tare Definitions
In this screen, a list of all tare definitions will be shown. To add a new tare, line up on NEW in the lower menu and then press ENTER. A
new tare will be added to the list with the default description of Tare #XXX. The number XXX is assigned by the system by counting up
the number of tares and then adding one. It is possible that after adding and deleting a few tares that two tares will have the same
description. This is acceptable, albeit confusing, and the description can be changed later. This new default tare will have a weight
value of 0.00lb when first created.
Editing Tares
You can edit any tare by using the arrow keys to line up on it and the “EDIT” function in the lower menu and then press ENTER. The
next screen will show the tare with its description and weight value in pounds. The lower menu allows you to change the description
(“DESCR”), enter the value directly (“VALUE”) or acquire it automatically from the platform (“ACQUI”).
Deleting Tares
To delete a tare from the list simply line up on it and the “DEL” function in the lower menu. Press ENTER to delete it. Once a tare has
been deleted it is removed permanently from memory.
Activating Tares
To activate a tare from the list, line up on it and the “ACTV” function in the lower menu, then press ENTER. The tare will be made
active, the scale switched to NET mode and you will immediately be placed back in the weighing screen you were in when you
accessed the setup menu.
Multiplatform Consideration
If the scale is equipped for multiple platforms, then the user is given the option to select which platform the tare will apply to. Use the
PLAT option on the lower menu to toggle between activated platforms that will apply to the current tare.
Tare Settings
In this screen, the way the tares behave can be changed. This also depends on what options you have installed in your system. The
selection settings can be changed using the horizontal menu at the bottom of the screen. The following selections apply.
Persistent Tare (For all scales)
Selecting this option to “Yes” will allow the scale to maintain the tare activation even when the power is recycled. This will apply to
both, stored tares and quick tares (tares from the keyboard). So, if the user activates a Tare from the Tare Definition Screen, and
recycles power, the scale will remember the last tare activated. Please note that when the scale is turned on the next time while a tare
has been activated, the scale will not show “0” with an empty platform. There will be negative number that will likely show up on the
screen corresponding to your tared value. Selecting this option to ”No” will remove the persistent tare feature. Tares will not be
remembered after power is recycled.
Analog Enabled (For Analog Output “4-20ma” equipped scales only)
By default, if the user tares a weight from the platform (and the screen shows zero weight), the analog output will continue to detect
the gross weight even if the screen shows zero, and therefore continues to produce the analog equivalent of the gross weight.

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Selecting this option to “Yes” will allow the activated tares to affect the 4-20ma analog output. For example, if the user tares a weight
from the platform, and the screen shows zero weight, then this time, the analog output will produce 4ma (equivalent of 0 net weight).
In effect, enabling this option will allow the analog output to reflect exactly what is on screen regardless of the weight on the platform.
Setpoint Enabled (For Setpoint equipped scales only)
By default, if the user tares a weight from the platform (and the screen shows zero weight), the setpoint will continue to evaluate the
gross weight even if the screen shows zero, and therefore continues to control the outputs based on the gross weight. Selecting this
option to “Yes” will allow the activated tares to affect the setpoint evaluation. For example, if the user tares a weight from the
platform, and the screen shows zero weight, then this time, the setpoint will evaluate the command lines associated with the 0-net
weight. In effect, enabling this option will allow the setpoint to reflect exactly what is on screen regardless of the weight on the
platform.
Parts Counting Functions (Series 8200)
A separate manual has been created for Parts Counting. Please visit:
http://www.arlynscales.com/product-manuals-specification-sheets/ -> Click on Download for MKE5 –Parts Counting Manual.
Text Descriptions –[Not currently supported]
Many items carry descriptions, which can be changed at any time. These descriptions are useful in the case of Tares and Counting
Samples because the descriptions are shown on the display when activated, eliminating confusion. The scale itself also has a
description and ID number that can be changed in the SETUP MENU/SYSTEM/SCALE DESCRIPTION menu. Further, there are text
definitions that can be created and used in RS232 operations like label printing.
All of these text entries are fourteen characters in length and can be edited through the text-editing screen. When activated, the text is
shown on the top of the screen with an arrow pointing at the first character. In the lower part of the screen is the entire character set
with the current selection highlighted. The keys used for the editing are shown below.
ARROW KEYS Use them to select a character in the lower list.
7 and 9 KEYS Use these to position the arrow on the top line.
ENTER KEY Changes the character above the arrow to the character selected in the list and then advances the arrow to the next
position.
CLEAR KEY Will clear the entire line and place the arrow in the leftmost position.
MENU KEY Will complete the operation.
SHIFT KEY Selects either upper case or lower-case characters.
? KEY Online help.
System Memory Allocation and Usage [Not Currently Supported]
The scale’s memory is organized as 485 memory slots. The operating system uses ten of these for internal tasks and the setup for the
default platform uses four. This leaves 471 slots available for user definitions that can take the form of tares, counting samples and
other functions. Each definition uses memory differently and is outlined below:
DEFINITION USAGE DEFINITION USAGE
Platform 4 slots Print Frame 2 slots
Tare 1 slot Text Def 1 slot
Counting Sample 1 slot Setpoints 4 slots
For a detailed description on your current memory usage, access menu SETUP MENU/SYSTEM/MEMORY STATUS.