Axis ME-01/P User manual

ME-01/P METER
Engineering documentation
FILE: 2016-04-19 DTR-ME-01-P-146 bC0109 GB
AXIS, 80-125 Gdańsk, ul.Kartuska 375B, www.axis.pl

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Content:
1. General information................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
2. Set........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
3. Technical data......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
4. Assembly................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
5. Keys and indicators................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
6. Security rules .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
7. Rules proceeding with used up scales.................................................................................................................................................... 8
8. Assembly and connecting external devices ............................................................................................................................................ 9
9. Meter external outputs .......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
9.1 Transmitter connection .................................................................................................................................................. 11
9.2 External key connection................................................................................................................................................. 12
9.3 4-20m connection........................................................................................................................................................... 13
9.4 Connecting a computer, printer or label printer............................................................................................................ 14
9.5 Detailed LonG protocol description............................................................................................................................... 15
9.6 Detailed EPL protocol description................................................................................................................................. 17
10. Optional interfaces ................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
11. General rules......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
12. Balance checking and adjustment ........................................................................................................................................................ 20
13. Accumulators replacing (option)............................................................................................................................................................ 20
14. Start-up.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
15. Weighing with tare................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
16. Scale menu ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
17. Menu navigation rules ........................................................................................................................................................................... 24
17. Scale setup (SEtUP) ............................................................................................................................................................................. 29
17.1 Scale calibration (CALIb) ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
17.2 Autozeroing function (AutoZEr)............................................................................................................................................................ 32
17.3 Weight unit selection (UnIt)................................................................................................................................................................... 33
17.4 Serial port parameters setting (SErIAL) ............................................................................................................................................... 34
17.5 Printout configuration (PrInt) ............................................................................................................................................................... 35
17.6 Setting backlight function (b_LIGHt) ..................................................................................................................................................... 37
17.7 Analog out configuration (AnALoG) ...................................................................................................................................................... 38
17.8 Entering reference zero value (ZErO)................................................................................................................................................... 39
18. Special functions description................................................................................................................................................................. 40
18.1 Products and users database (Prod i USEr)......................................................................................................................................... 41
18.2 Pieces counting function (PCS) ........................................................................................................................................................... 45
18.3 Percentage weighing function (PErC).................................................................................................................................................. 46
18.4 Label choosing function (LAbEL) .......................................................................................................................................................... 47
18.5 Weighing animals function (LOC) ......................................................................................................................................................... 48
18.6 Maximum value indication function (UP)............................................................................................................................................... 49
18.7 Force measuring function (nEWton) .................................................................................................................................................... 50
18.8 Total weight function (totAL) ................................................................................................................................................................. 51
18.9 Checkweighing function (thr)................................................................................................................................................................. 53
18.10 Setting date and time function (dAtE) ................................................................................................................................................... 56
18.11 Radio communication channel choice function (rF CHn)...................................................................................................................... 57
18.12 Charging accumulators function (bAttErY)- option................................................................................................................................ 58
18.13 Automatic switching off the scale function (AutoOFF) .......................................................................................................................... 59
18.14 Statistical calculations function (StAt) ................................................................................................................................................... 60
18.15 Paperweight calculation (PAP).............................................................................................................................................................. 63
19. Troubleshooting and maintenance........................................................................................................................................................ 64
Declaration of Conformity CE.......................................................................................................................................................................... 65

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1. General information
ME-01/P meter in housing made from antistatic plastic designed to build 1- or 2-range scales using
extensometer force sensors.
-ME-01/P/LCD –antistatic plastic, 18mm display (LCD)
-ME-01/P/25 –antistatic plastic, 25mm display (LED)
ME-01/P meters are used in platform scales produced by AXIS.
2. Set
A standard set consists of:
1. ME-01/P meter
2. Ferrit TN/20/10/7-3C90–1 pcs.
3. Engineering documentation

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3. Technical data
ME-01/P
<6000e(two-rangework possibility)
1:16mln
0,5
1,2,5,10,...(g,kg,t)
arbitrary from 1, 2,5,10,...
full
0,3uV/e
-10 +40C
<8
40 4000
5V AC25Hz
1sensor:4-wiresystem,1 8sensor: 6-wiresystem
75m/mm
LCD18mmorLED25mm
RS232C+options: USB,RS485,LAN,Pendrive,Wi-Fi,analogout4-20mA(0-10V), thresholdout(tra nsoptors)
-10÷ lub 0÷10mV 10mV
÷
÷
÷
W
ABS
IP44
217,5x143x73mm
0,6kg
ext. feeder ~230V 50Hz 6VA / =12V 1,2A or accumulators AA 1,5V - 4 pieces
20 hours of continuous work with backlight or 50 hours without backlight
I
Metertype
Numberofverificationplots
Internal resolution
Appliederrorfraction(p)
Readout plot(d)
Verificationplot (e)
Tare range
Input voltagerange
Lowest possible
input signal ( U/e)
Work temperature
Sensors quantity
Sensors impedance
Sensors supply
Sensors connectingsystem
Ratioofcablelenghttocross-section
Display
Interfaces
Housing
Housingprotectionlevel
Dimensions
Weight
Supply
Workingtimewithaccumulators
i
D
The metrological parameters of the balance are indicated on the rating plate.

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4. Assembly
Meter assembly
ME-01/P
Mounting system
Mounting
2 wholes
5/10mm,
spacing 104mm

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5. Keys and indicators
Keys:
I/
-switch-on / switch-off (standby),
"
 T 
-tare, menu position confirmation, next digit (when inscribing),
"
 0 
-zeroing, scrolling menu, increasing digit (when inscribing),
"
-result printout, decimal point (when inscribing),
"
MENU
-menu, value confirmation (when inscribing),
"

-menu scrolling, function switch: special function/weighing,
"
HR
-temporary high resolution indication,
Indicators:
 0 
-zero indicator (unloaded scale),
"
-result stabilization indicator,
"
NET
-net weight (after using Tkey),
"
MODE
-special function menu turning on indicator
"
B/G
-gross weight (after using TARE and  key)
"
AUT
-autotare function on,
"
T
-tare memory function on,
"
TOTAL, FILTER, SUM
-special functions indicators,
"
%, ct, n, g/m2, lb,mg
-unit indicators,
"
pcs
-pieces counting indicator,
"
n
-measurements quantity indicator (total function),
"
OFF
-scale turned off (standby)
"
MIN
-weighing result under threshold I (thr function),
"
OK
-weighing result between threshold I and II,
"
MAX
-weighing result above threshold II,
BAT
-battery discharge indicator,
D, O
-ACtIV function indicator,
bar
indicator
-scale load indicator (0-100%)
metrological
data
zero
indicator
threshold function
indicators
scale
keys
stability
indicator nett weight
indicator special function
indicator
0
kg

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LED display version:
key
I/
-switch-on / switch-off (standby),
"
 T 
-tare, menu position confirmation, next digit (when inscribing),
"
 0 
-zeroing, scrolling menu, increasing digit (when inscribing),
"
-result printout, decimal point (when inscribing),
"
MENU
-menu, value confirmation (when inscribing),
"

-menu scrolling, function switch: special function/weighing,
"
HR
-temporary high resolution indication,
indicator
 0 
-zero indicator (unloaded scale),
"
-result stabilization indicator,
"
NET
-net weight (after using Tkey),
"
W1
-first range on in two-range scale,
"
W2
-second range on in two-range scale,
"
HOLD
-indication „locked” (concerns LOC and UP functions),
"
FUNC
-special function turned on,
"
PCS
-pieces counting,
"
g, kg, lb, unit
-weight unit (g-gram, kg-kilogram, lb-pound, unit –other),
"
MIN
-weighing result under threshold I (thr function),
"
OK
-weighing result between threshold I and II,
"
MAX
-weighing result above threshold II,
scale
keys
functions
indicators
threshold function
indicators
units
indicators
weighing
result metrological
data
zero
indicator stabilization indicator net weight
indicator
Max= d=

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6. Security rules
To avoid electrical shock, scale or other connected
peripheral devices damage, it is necessary to follow the
security rules below.
To supply the scale use power outlet with protective contact (not for
scales with external feeder).
Repairs and essential scale regulations can be made only by authorized
personnel.
To avoid fire risk use a feeder of an appropriate type (supplied with a
scale). Pay attention that supply voltage is compatible with specified
technical data.
Do not use a scale when its cover is opened.
Do not use a scale in explosive conditions.
Do not use a scale in high humidity.
If a scale seems not to operate properly, plug it out of the mains and do
not use it until checked by authorized service.
7. Rules proceeding with used up scales
According to obligatory rules concerning environment
protection used electronic devices should not be put in
a container with normal waste.
After exploitation used scale should be given to special units authorized to
collect used electronic equipment or to the place where the device was
bought.

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8. Assembly and connecting external devices
1. To build a scale basing on ME-01-P indicator contact authorized manufacturer
service point or use Installation Guide delivered with the indicator (other
brochure).
2. The manufacturer gives a full guaranty for ME-01/P indicator only when the
indicator was mounted by AXIS Sp. z o.o. In other cases the guaranty obligation
is taken over by the final contractor of the weighing device.
To comply CE marking requirements, for connecting the wires use filtering core
20mm (supplied with meter).
The core should be placed within 30mm from the place of its connection.
Single strain gauge scheme inside ME-01/P:
screen
signal
wires - 4 coils
jumpers
Main board
J1
J2
When 6-wires connection of strain gauge transducers is used (REF+ and REF)
jumpers shown on the picture above should be soldered out from the main board.
3. Connect the external devices cables to the meter sockets.
Before connecting the sensors to the indicator unplug the device from the
mains to avoid damaging the indicator.
All devices should be powered from the same line (phase) 230V.

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Diagram of common wires and shields in the platform balances:
Caution: The galvanic connection of sensors and adder housing is necessary.
9. Meter external outputs
RS232C
RxD (reception)
TxD (transmission)
gnd
enclosure
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Feeder socket

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9.1 Transmitter connection
P1-P3 (THRESHOLDS) outputs are used to connect dosing or signalling (option)
devices. There are opto-isolators of an open collector type with 100mA / 24V
maximum load. They can be connected directly to transmitters inputs or to
MS3K/P board offered by AXIS separately or in ST 3K/P control box (3
transmitters, own power supply).
In ME-01/A connection THRESHOLD is placed on indicator’s housing. In
ME-01/N meter connection is placed on conductor.
Optional indicators outer wires have digital markers.
Marker
No.
Signal
Wire color*
1
P1 (I threshold)
Green
2
P2 (II threshold)
White
3
P3 (zero)
brown
10
GND (indicator ground)
black or yellow
* colors might change
Diagram for direct connect a transmitter to THRESHOLD output:
* in option without an interface –10 is in the place of 8
ekran
P1 (próg I)
P2 (próg II)
P3 (zero) masa
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
P1 (threshold 1)
P2 (threshold 2)
P3 (threshold 3)
mass
screen

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Outputs are adapted for direct connection RM96P transmitter of DC24V input
voltage and AC250V 8A output. Transmitter’s coil has to be secured with diode
e.g. 1N4148.
It is recommended to use MS 3K/P electronic board (3 transmitters of RM96P
type –max. load of 3A/250V) or complete ST 3K/P control box (feeder, 3
transmitters like above).
The way THRESHOLD outputs work is described in the separate document
(Special functions description).
9.2 External key connection
The input of external keys allows to place (make double) selected scale keys into
control box or operator’s workstation. As a standard the input is taken out with a
wire for direct connect to a control panel. ME-01 indicators can be equipped with
external key interfaces (as an option on demand).
Marker numbers and outer wires colors indicators:
Marker
No.
External keys inputs
Wire color*
12
Yellow
13
MENU
Brown
15
0
Green
18
T
White
20
+24V
Pink
21
I/
Blue
22
HR
Red
23
B/G
violet
* colors might change
External key connecting is shown below. It is crucial to use external supply (24V)
in order to make current flow through scale transoptor input. This way of
connection provides galvanic separation of the scale from automatics system
which increases resistance to external interference and increases reliability.

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External keys connecting:
Standard Option with interface
Scale External keys Scale External keys
+24V
B/G
MENU
12
13
23
20
transoptor
9.3 4-20m connection
Way of connecting analogue output 4-20mA (0-20mA, 0-10V):
Scale External device
Attention: Rwe<510Ω
+24V
DC
T
MENU
0
HR
B/G
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
RWE
+4-20mA
-4-20mA

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9.4 Connecting a computer, printer or label printer
The scale can be equipped with one or two serial interfaces RS232C, USB, LAN or Wi-Fi designed to
cooperate:
-with computer –the scale sends data after pressing key or after initiation signal from
computer,
-with printer - sending data after pressing key or automatically after putting on/off a sample
and measurement stabilization,
-with label printer –after pressing the scale sends set of instructions for label printer starting
from label number set in special funcion LabEL.
Set of send data is set using special function PrInt.
The following data can be send:
-Header (scale type, Max, d, e, serial number),
-Operator identification number,
-Successive printout number (measurement),
-Identification number or product bar code,
-Number of pcs (PCS function only),
-Single detail mass (PCS function only),
-Nett weight,
-Tare (package mass),
-Gross weight,
-Total mass (Total function only).
The way of sending data and transmission parameters is set using SErIAL special function.
If the scale is equipped with two serial joints (interfaces) Print and SErIAL function is set independently for
both interfaces.
If scale cooperates with a computer then the computer must have a special program. Dedicated programs
are also offered by AXIS.
Needed drivers and instructions can be found on the CD supplied with Axis scales.

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9.5 Detailed LonG protocol description
Standard communication parameters: 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, baud rate 9600bps,
After using key, measurement data is send together with text description (NET, TARE, GROSS) –all
set by using Print option. If Print isn’t set then only scale indication is send (as below).
Data exchange (communication):
Readout of scale indication
ComputerScale: SI CR LF (53h 49h 0Dh 0Ah),
ScaleComputer: scale response according to description below (16 bytes):
Byte
1
-
sign „-” or space
Byte
2
-
space
Byte
34
-
digit or space
Byte
5÷9
-
digit, decimal point or space
Byte
10
-
digit
Byte
11
-
space
Byte
12
-
k, l, c, p or space
Byte
13
-
g, b, t, c or %
Byte
14
-
space
Byte
15
-
CR
Byte
16
-
LF
Readout of actual indication
ComputerScale: Sx1 CR LF –initiaton signal
ScaleComputer: scale sends 16 bytes (the same as SI commad)
Readout of stabilization indicator and actual indication
ComputerScale: Sx3 CR LF –initiaton signal
ScaleComputer: scale send indicator S (stable) or U (unstable) + 16 bytes (the same as SI
command).
Attention:
Network number different than zero (SErIAL / nr function) changes scale working mode: communication
with a computer is possible after logging the scale in with 02h scale number command. To log the scale out
use 03h command.
For example: Using a program to test RS232 interface ( program is available in www.axis.pl / programy
komputerowe ) for scale number 1 please write: $0201 to log in, then SI, and write: $03 to close
communication.
Asking about scale presence in system (testing scale connection with computer):
ComputerScale: SJ CR LF (53h 4Ah 0Dh 0Ah),
ScaleComputer: MJ CR LF (4Dh 4Ah 0Dh 0Ah),
Displaying a inscription on scale’s display (text communicate from computer):
ComputerScale: SN n n X X X X X X CR LF, nn-displaying time in seconds; XXXXXX-6 signs to
display
ScaleComputer: MN CR LF (4Dh 4Eh 0Dh 0Ah),
Scale tarring (calling  T  key press) :
ComputerScale: ST CR LF (53h 54h 0Dh 0Ah),
ScaleComputer: without response,

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Scale zeroing (calling  0  key press):
ComputerScale: SZ CR LF (53h 5Ah 0Dh 0Ah),
Scale Computer: without response,
Scale turning on / off (calling I/ key press):
ComputerScale: SS CR LF (53h 53h 0Dh 0Ah),
Scale Computer: without response,
Entering to special function menu (calling MENU key press):
ComputerScale: SF CR LF (53h 46h 0Dh 0Ah),
Scale Computer: without response,
Setting threshold 1 value (option):
ComputerScale: SL D1...DN CR LF (53h 4Ch D1...DN 0Dh 0Ah)
D1...DN –threshold value, maximum 8 characters („-” –negative value, digits, dot –decimal
separator), number of digits after dot should be the same as on scale display,
Scale Computer: without response,
Example:
in order to set low threshold 1000g in scale B1.5 (d=0.5g) the following order should be sent:
S L 1 0 0 0 . 0 CR LF (53h 4Ch 31h 30h 30h 30h 2Eh 30h 0Dh 0Ah),
in order to set low threshold 100kg in scale B150 (d=50g) the following order should be sent:
S L 1 0 0 . 0 0 CR LF (53h 4Ch 31h 30h 30h 2Eh 30h 30h 0Dh 0Ah),),
Setting threshold 2 value (option):
ComputerScale: SH D1...DN CR LF (53h 48h D1...DN 0Dh 0Ah),
D1...DN –threshold value, maximum 8 characters
Scale Computer: without response.
Setting threshold 3 value (option):
KomputerWaga: SM D1...DN CR LF (53h 4Dh D1...DN 0Dh 0Ah),
gdzie: D1...DN –threshold value, maximum 8 characters
WagaKomputer: without response.
Connecting cable WK-1 (scale –computer / 9-pin interface):
Connection cable WD-1 (connects scale with AXIS printer):
SCALE
KAFKA PRINTER
SCALE
COMPUTER

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Setting of internal switches of AXIS printer:
SW-1
SW-2
SW-3
SW-4
SW-5
SW-6
SW-7
SW-8
on
off
on
off
off
on
off
off
9.6 Detailed EPL protocol description
Transmission parameters: 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, baud rate 9600bps,
After using key in scale:
ScaleLabel printer : set of instruction in EPL-2 language that initialize label printing:
US
-
Steering instruction
FR"0001"
-
Label number define instruction
?
-
Instruction that starts list of variable signs
mm:gg
-
5 signs: minutes:hour
rrrr.mm.dd
-
10 signs: year.month.day
masa
-
10 signs: scale indication+ mass unit
P1
-
Steering instruction
Attention:
1. Except variable signs constant signs can also be inscribed e.g. factory name, product name and so on.
2. In standard only one label pattern is possible to printout (number 0001). Using bigger amount of
patterns (other label numbers) is possible thanks to LAbEL special function.
3. To achieve label printout, label printer must have inscribed label pattern (label pattern is created on
computer and using computer it is saved to label printer memory). Label pattern is designed by ZEBRA
DESIGNER program which is supplied together with label printer.
Scales parameters and transmission protocol must corespond to label printer type.

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10. Optional interfaces
External devices connecting options:
RS232C
RS232C
USB
LAN
RS485
Wi-Fi
PEN-01
4-20mA (0-10V)
thr
Notes
PC
Printer
PC
Label pr.
PC
Barcode
reader
Printer
PC
Label pr.
PC
Barcode
reader
PC
Printer
Network
Label pr.
Network
Barcode
reader
Network
Printer
Network
Label pr.
Network
Barcode
reader
Network
Repeater
Printer
Network
Label pr.
Network
Barcode
reader
Network
Barcode
reader
Pendrive
PLC
autonomous
Automatics
autonomous
Signalizators
autonomous
Automatics
autonomous
Interfaces to the ports (I or II) assignation (look SErIAL option):
RS232C
RS232C
USB
RS485
LAN
PEN-01
Wi-Fi
4-20
0-10V
thr
I
I
II
I
II
I
II
I
II
I
II
I
II
I

I

I





I
II
I –port I, II –port 2 (Serial option)

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11. General rules
1. Before each measurement make sure that zero indicator is displayed. If zero indicator does not
displayed or “----“ communicate appears, press 0key and wait until zero indication and zero
indicator appears.
2. The scale is equipped with a tare equal to its range. To tare the scale press Tkey (left or right).
Storing a tare value does not extend measuring range, but only subtracts it from a load placed on a pan.
To make weight control easier and to avoid range overdrawing, the scale is equipped with a load
indicator (graduated in percentages).
3. Weighing result should be read when the indicator " " lights, which signalises stabilisation of a result.
4. When the scale is not used but it is necessary to be ready to work immediately, it can be switched off by
pressing I/ key. The scale reading system is then switched off to "standby" mode (signalled by the
indicator "OFF" in version with the LCD display). To switch the scale on press I/ key. The scale is
immediately ready to operate maximum accuracy (after self tests).
5. Weighed sample should be placed in the centre of the pan.
6. Protect the scale against dust, aggressive dusts and liquids. To clean the scale wash it with water with
soap and dry it afterwards.
7. A scale equipped with lead-acid accumulator automatically controls accumulator state, signalises its
discharge on LCD display and after around 1h a scale switches itself off to avoid discharging the
accumulator below threshold voltage.
After discharge signalising appears an accumulator should be charged as quickly as possible by
connecting external feeder. Charging is more effective when scale is turned off with I/ key, then charging
time is about 10 hours.
It is also possible to connect accumulator directly to PA6V charger leaving accumulator in a scale or take it
out if needed. In order to take accumulator out take off a pan, disconnect accumulator wire and unscrew
mounting screws.
Place the scale on a platform to avoid dropping weighed objects
on the pan.
Do not overload the scale more then 20% of maximum load (Max).
Do not discharge an accumulator because it can be damaged.

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12. Balance checking and adjustment
It is advised to check scale indication accuracy before and after series of measurement using any load with
known weight.
To check the scale with legal verification use a calibration weight with valid calibration certificate. In case
permissible error is exceeded it is advised to contact the nearest service to calibrate the scale.
Adjusting (calibration) scale should be made if the scale precision is not sufficient. A
standard of mass should be used with Max value taken from scale technical data table. In
case of legalized scales with inaccessible calibration (secure seal) contact with service is
recommended.
13. Accumulators replacing (option)
1. Release the locking and take off the accumulators chamber cover.
2. Insert accumulators properly in the chamber (use drawing above).
1,5V size AA –4pcs.