Cardinal SB600 User manual

3601-0756-0M Rev D •SB600
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SB600
Remote Display
Installation and Technical Manual
(includes SB600RI with Remote Input)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION …................................................................….….…
Page 1
SPECIFICATIONS …………..…………...................................….….…
Page 1
FEATURES ….........................................................….….……………
Page 2
Standard ………………..……………………...................….….……
Page 2
Optional ….………………..……………………...................….….…
Page 2
INSTRUMENT COMPATIBILITY …...........................................….….…
Page 2
AUTO-LEARN FEATURE …….................................................….….…
Page 2
MULTIPLE DISPLAYS …………..…………………...................….….…
Page 3
SITE PREPARATION ….………..…………………...................….….…
Page 4
INSTALLATION …………..…………………..……..................….….…
Page 5
Unpacking ………………..……………………...................….….…
Page 5
SB600 Dimensions …….........………....………....………....….….…
Page 5
SB600 Components and Gland Layout …….……....………....….….…
Page 5
Mounting the SB600 ..…………………..…….…..................….….…
Page 6
Wall Mounting …………………………………….……….…….….…
Page 6
Mounting on Cardinal Scale’s 10 ft or 12 ft High Pole ……....…….….…
Page 7
Accessing SB600 Controller Board and AC Power Connections ….….…
Page 10
AC Power Connection …....……………..................….….…….….…
Page 11
SB600 CONTROLLER BOARD …..………………....................….…..…
Page 12
Jumper Setting Table ...………………..……...................….….…
Page 12
Status LEDs and Display …………..………....................….….…
Page 13
Jumpers ……………..………………..……..................….….…
Page 13
Connectors …………..……………..………...................….….…
Page 13
Switches
…………..…………………..……...................….….…
Page 13
SERIAL CABLE INSTALLATION…………..………..................….….…
Page 14
RS-232 …………..…………………….……..................….….…
Page 14
20mA Current Loop …………..………..……...................….….…
Page 15
RS485/422 …..…..…………………….……..................….….…
Page 16
CURRENT Cardinal Indicators 20mA Current Loop Connections .......
Page 17
LEGACY Cardinal Indicators 20mA Current Loop Connections ..........
Page 19
SETUP AND CONFIGURATION …………………………………….…….
Page 20
Enter Setup Mode ………..…..………..……...................….….…
Page 20
Default to Factory Settings …..………….……..................….….…
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TABLE OF CONTENTS, CONT.
SB600RI (REMOTE INPUT) ……………...…………….…………………
Page 30
RE-INSTALLING THE ACCESS PANEL …..…………….…………………
Page 32
OPTION CARD CONFIGURATION …………..…….…............................
Page 32
START ERRORS AND STATUS MESSAGES ……………………….…….
Page 33
DEMO MODE ……………..…………………..……..................….….…
Page 34
Enter Demo Mode …….…..……………………...................….….…
Page 34
TEST MODE ………….…..…………………..……..................….….…
Page 35
Enter Test Mode …………..……………………...................….….…
Page 35
PART IDENTIFICATION ……..……………………………………………
Page 36
Front, Back, Section A-A, Section L-L, Section B-B,
and Section G-G Views ………………………………………………...
Page 36
Parts List for Front, Back, Section A-A, Section L-L, Section B-B,
and Section G-G Views ……..……………………………………...
Page 37
Back Removed, Guards and Back Removed, Section C-C,
and Detail E Views ……………………………………………………..
Page 38
Parts List for Back Removed, Guards and Back Removed,
Section C-C, and Detail E Views …….....…………………………..
Page 39
Section D-D, Detail F, Detail K, and Detail M Views ………...….……….
Page 40
Parts List for Section D-D, Detail F, Detail K, and Detail M Views …....
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PRECAUTIONS
Before using this instrument, read this manual and pay special attention to
all "WARNING" symbols:
IMPORTANT
ELECTRICAL
WARNING
STATIC
SENSITVE
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Static Electricity Precaution
CAUTION! This device contains static-sensitive circuit cards and components.
Improper handling of these devices or printed circuit cards can result in damage to
or destruction of the component or card. Such actual and/or consequential damage
IS NOT covered under warranty and is the responsibility of the device owner.
Electronic components must be handled only by qualified electronic technicians who
follow the guidelines listed below.
WARNING! ALWAYS use a properly grounded wrist strap when handling, removing,
or installing electronic circuit cards or components. Make certain that the wrist strap
ground lead is securely attached to an adequate ground. If you are uncertain of the
quality of the ground, you should consult a licensed electrician.
ALWAYS handle printed circuit card assemblies by the outermost edges.
NEVER touch components, component leads, or connectors.
ALWAYS observe warning labels on static protective bags and packaging and never
remove the card or component from packaging until ready for use.
ALWAYS store and transport electronic printed circuit cards and components in anti-
static protective bags or packaging.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment generates uses, can radiate radio frequency, and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It
has been designed within the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of
Part 15 of FCC rules to provide reasonable protection against such interference when
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may
cause interference, in which case the user will be responsible to take whatever measures are
necessary to correct the interference.
You may find the booklet “How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems”
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful. It is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. The stock number is 001-000-00315-4.
Copyright
All rights reserved. Reproduction or use, without expressed written permission, of editorial or
pictorial content, in any manner, is prohibited. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the
use of the information contained herein.
Disclaimer
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the Seller assumes
no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting
from the use of the information contained herein. All instructions and diagrams have been
checked for accuracy and ease of application; however, success and safety in working with
tools depend to a great extent upon the individual accuracy, skill, and caution. For this reason,
the Seller is not able to guarantee the result of any procedure contained herein. Nor can they
assume responsibility for any damage to property or injury to persons occasioned from the
procedures. Persons engaging in the procedures do so entirely at their own risk.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of our Cardinal SB600 Remote Display. It was built with Cardinal
quality and reliability at our factory in Webb City, Missouri. This manual will guide you through
the installation, and operation of your display. Please read it thoroughly before attempting to
install your display. Also, make certain that you pay attention to the warnings that appear in
this manual. Failure to read and follow these instructions and warnings may result in damage
to the display and/or bodily injury. Please keep this manual available for future reference.
SPECIFICATIONS
Character Height: 6-inch (15.25 cm)
Display Type: Graphical, 256 full-color RGB with high-performance LED lamps
Number of Pixels: 80 x 16 for 1,280 LEDs with built-in large and small fonts
Annunciators: Units (lb, kg, T, t) and Mode (G, N)
Ambient Light Levels: Total darkness to direct sunlight
Display Capacity: -99999 to 999999
Viewing Range: Up to 250 Feet (76 Meters)
Viewing Angle: 140 degrees (+/- 70 degrees)
Data Input:
RS-232, RS-422/485, 20ma Current Loop (active or passive),
wireless (2XX-SNAP), Serial Fiber Optic (2XX-SFP-G)
Enclosure Type:
Weatherproof IP65-rated 18 Ga. Stainless Steel
Power Requirements:
SB600/SB600RI, 90 to 130 VAC (50/60 Hz), 100 watts max.
SB600EU/SB600UK, 180 TO 264 VAC (50/60 Hz) 100 watts max.
Ambient Temperature: -15 to +130 °F (-26 to +54 °C)
Ambient Humidity: 5 to 100 percent
Product Dimensions:
43” L x 10” W x 4.75” D
(109 cm L x 25 cm W x 12 cm D
Net Weight: 26 lb (12 kg)
Shipping Dimensions:
48” L x 18” W x 7” D
(122 cm L x 46 cm W x 18 cm D
Shipping Weight:
33 lb (15 kg)
Country of Origin:
USA

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FEATURES
Standard
•Auto-Learn feature (automatically selects input protocol).
•Alpha descriptors for units.
•On-board intensity sensor automatically adjusts to ambient light with 10 Levels of
brightness (total darkness to direct sunlight).
•6-inch (15.25 cm) high Red/Green traffic light and four-way directional arrows standard.
•Daisy-chain multiple units for viewing multiple axles and total weight simultaneously.
•The SB600 can scroll and display messages from a programmable indicator or PC
application.
•Support for 2XX-SNAP (SnapStream Option Card), and 2XX-SFP-G (Serial Fiber Optic
Option Card).
Optional
•Remote inputs to control the traffic lights on the SB600 by a remote device.
NOTE: Requires Model SB600RI with Remote Input.
INSTRUMENT COMPATIBILITY
Utilizing the Auto-Learn feature, the SB600 display can be driven by the following Cardinal
weight indicators and by most weight indicators from other manufacturers.
Current Models:
185/185B, 190/190A, 204, 200, 212/212X, and 825
205, 210, 210FE, 212G/212GX, 225 (with USB)
Legacy Models
180, 204S, 215, 220, 777 Series, 778 Series and 788 Series
Non-USB 205, 210, 210FE, 212/212X, 212G/212GX, 225
AUTO-LEARN FEATURE
The display interface can auto-learn most serial protocols (automatically selects input
protocol). The interface auto detects baud rates between 2400 and 19200 baud with the
following settings:
Baud rate 2400 to 19200
Character format all standard ASCII characters

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MULTIPLE DISPLAYS
The SB600 display has been designed to be linked or daisy chained to other SB600 displays
allowing multiple lines of weight data to be displayed while being driven by a single serial port
on the weight indicating instrument. Typical applications might consist of three displays
showing Gross, Net, and Tare weights from a single indicator or four displays showing the
weight from each of three platforms and a total weight also from a single weight indicator.
Figure No. 1, illustrates a typical
RS-232 installation consisting of
four displays to show the weight
from each of three platforms and a
total weight driven by a single serial
port on the weight indicator.
Figure No. 1

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SITE PREPARATION
Electrical Power
The SB600 and SB600RI remote display has been designed to operate from 90 to 130 VAC at
50/60 Hz, 100 watts maximum.
The SB600EU and SB600UK remote display has been designed to operate from 180 to 264
VAC at 50/60 Hz, 100 watts maximum.
WARNING! To avoid electrical hazards and possible damage to the display,
DO NOT, under any circumstance, cut, remove, alter, or in any way bypass the
power cord-grounding prong.
•The power for the display should be on a separate circuit from the distribution panel. This
circuit should be dedicated to the exclusive use of the display.
•The wiring should conform to national and local electrical codes and ordinances and should
be approved by the local inspector to assure compliance.
•For permanently connected equipment, a readily accessible disconnect device must be
provided external to the equipment.
•For pluggable equipment, the socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall
be easily accessible
•It is the responsibility of the customer to have a qualified electrician install the proper
service disconnect that conforms to national electrical codes and local codes and
ordinances.
Electrical Noise Interference
To prevent electrical noise interference, make certain all other wall outlets for use with air
conditioning and heating equipment, lighting, or other equipment with heavily inductive loads,
such as welders, motors, and solenoids are on circuits separate from the display. Many of
these disturbances originate within the building itself and can seriously affect the operation of
the display. These sources of disturbances must be identified, and steps must be taken to
prevent possible adverse effects on the display. Examples of available alternatives include
isolation transformers, power regulators, uninterruptible power supplies, or simple line filters.

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INSTALLATION
Unpacking
Before beginning the installation of your SB600 remote display, make certain it has been
received in good condition. Carefully remove the display from the shipping carton and inspect it
for any evidence of damage (such as exterior dents or scratches) that may have taken place
during shipment. Keep the carton and packing material for return shipment if it should become
necessary. NOTE: It is the responsibility of the purchaser to file all claims for any damages or
loss incurred during transit.
SB600 Dimensions
Figure No. 2 – External Dimensions
SB600 Components and Gland Layout
Figure No. 3 – Components and Gland Layout
43” / 109 cm
10”
25 cm
4.75” / 12 cm
AC Power
Bottom Access Panel
Antenna
Ambient
Ligh
t
Sensor
Cable Clip
Data In
Data Out
SB600
M
ounting
Bracket
Acorn Nut

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INSTALLATION, CONT.
Mounting the SB600
The SB600 display includes a two-piece bracket that is used to mount it on a wall or other flat
vertical surface. The two-piece bracket along with two purchased U-bolts can also be used to
mount the SB600 to Cardinal Scale’s 4.5-inch OD 10-foot-high mounting pole with base plate
(8100-D028-0A), or 12-foot high mounting pole with base plate (8100-D028-1A). The mounting
brackets have a security feature to lock the SB600 in place with tabs and/or a padlock.
Wall Mounting
The SB600 Mounting Bracket is installed on the SB600 at the factory. The SB600 Pole Bracket
is installed at the site by the scale dealer or customer. Refer to Figure No. 4for the pole
bracket hole layout. When wall mounting, first, make sure the mounting surface is strong
enough to support the display. Carefully layout the pole bracket mounting hole locations and
then drill and install the anchor bolts. After installing the pole bracket, align the mounting
bracket on the back of the SB600 with the pole bracket, and then slide the mounting bracket
down into the pole bracket until the top of the two brackets are flush with each other and the
SB600 bracket is resting against the bottom stops in the pole bracket.
Figure No. 4 – Pole Bracket Hole Dimensions
SB600
M
ounting
Bracket
SB600
P
ole
Bracket
1.94"
(4.93 cm)
5.0625"
(12.86 cm)
NOTE: The two inner holes are
0.4
06” (10.3 mm) diameter.
NOTE: The four outer holes
a
re 0.55” (14 mm) diameter.

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INSTALLATION, CONT.
Mounting on Cardinal Scale’s 10 ft or 12 ft High Pole
The SB600 remote display can be mounted to Cardinal Scale’s 4.5-inch OD 10-foot-high
mounting pole with base plate (POLE-120), or 4.5-inch OD 12-foot high mounting pole with
base plate (POLE-144), using the two U-bolts included with the POLE-120 and POLE-144, and
the SB600 Pole Bracket included with the remote display.
Figure No. 5 – SB600 Mounted on Cardinal Pole
The SB600 pole bracket has been designed with four 0.55-inch holes, spaced to accept the
two 4.5-inch Clamping U-bolts to secure the bracket to the pole. The U-bolts included with the
POLE-120 and POLE-144 are zinc-plated steel that complements the stainless steel finish of
the SB600 Pole Bracket.
1. Assemble the two clamping U-bolts, and then slide both U-bolts onto the pole in the
approximate mounting position and spacing for the holes in the pole bracket.
Figure No. 6 – Assemble and Install Clamping U-bolts on Pole

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2. Place the pole bracket over the U-bolts and install the four serrated-flange locknuts finger-
tight to hold the bracket in position. Ensure the bracket is properly oriented on the pole, and
then using a 9/16 deep-well socket and ratchet, completely tighten the nuts to secure the
bracket to the pole.
Figure No. 7 – Install Pole Bracket on Pole
IMPORTANT! Visually check both sides of the pole to ensure the U-bolts are
completely tightened against the pole.
Figure No. 8 – Visually Check that U-bolts are Tight Against Pole

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3. With the pole installed, align the bracket on the back of the SB600 with the bracket on the
pole. Lower the SB600 until the top of the two brackets are flush with each other.
Figure No. 9 – Align Brackets and Slide Together
4. To ensure the SB600 is correctly installed in the pole bracket, visually check to see that the
SB600 bracket is completely down and resting against the bottom stops in the pole bracket.
5. To secure the SB600 in the pole bracket, there are tabs on each end of the bracket that
can be bent over to secure the SB600 in place. Simply insert a flat-blade screwdriver in the
slot and lift up and forward towards the SB600. To further secure the SB600 in the pole
bracket (and to prevent theft) both brackets have a security hole in which a padlock can be
installed.
Figure No. 10
Ensure Brackets are Together
Figure No. 11
Location of Tabs and Padlock Hole

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INSTALLATION, CONT.
Accessing the SB600 Controller Board and AC Power Connections
Referring to Figure No. 12, continue by removing the twelve acorn nuts from the Bottom
Access Panel, and fully lower the panel exposing the controller board and the AC power
terminal block. With the controller board exposed, gently pull it down to gain access to the
P6 terminal block and the configuration switches.
Figure No. 12
AC Power
Term
inal
Block
Bottom
Acc
ess
Panel
Controller Board
P6 Terminal
S1 (+)
S3 (-)
S2 (MODE)

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AC Power Connection
1. Referring to Figure No. 3 for an illustration of the gland connectors, bring the AC power into
the enclosure.
2. With the AC wiring in the enclosure, remove approximately 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) of insulation
from each conductor.
3. To connect each wire to the AC power terminal block, first, loosen each of the three screw
terminals then insert each wire into the proper terminal and securely tighten the screws.
Refer to the wiring color code table below, Figure No. 13, and the labels in the display
enclosure for the correct terminal connections.
Figure No. 13
115VAC WIRING COLOR CODE TABLE
Function
U.S. Code
International Code
L1 (H) - Hot
Black
Brown
L2 (N) - Neutral
White
Blue
GND- Ground
Green
Green/yellow striped
•For permanent installations or non-reversible plugs, a single-pole protection device to
interrupt L1 (H) must be provided.
•Some plugs/socket systems are reversible (L & N). In this case, an external dual
protection device must be provided.

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SB600 CONTROLLER BOARD
Figure No. 14
Jumper Settings Table
J1 J2 J3 J4 J5 J6
232 DAISY CHAIN OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON
422 DAISY CHAIN
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
422 DAISY CHAIN - END NODE
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
485 ADDRESSED
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
485 ADDRESSED END NMODE
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
20mA CURRENT LOOP
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
P6
GND
RS485 TX+
RS485 TX-
RS485 RX+
RS485 RX-
GND
RS232 RTS
RS232 CTS
RS232 TXD
RS232 RXD
GND
CL RX-
CL RX+
CS2
GND
CS1
CL TX-
CL TX+
J3
J4
J
5
J6
J1
J2
S2
MODE
S3
--
S1
+

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SB600 CONTROLLER BOARD, CONT.
STATUS LEDS AND DISPLAY
D1 to 12= (1 to 9, A, B) Turned on to show the current setup parameter.
D14 = Turned on to indicate display is operating in the day mode.
Turned off when the display is operating in the night mode.
D15 = Turned on to indicate display is receiving.
D16 = In a multi-display daisy-chained configuration, D16 flashes when the display is
sending data to the next display in the chain.
U6 = A 1-digit seven segment LED.
In the Setup mode, U6 is used to show the current value of the setup parameter
indicated by which LED, D1 to 12 (1 to 9, A, B) is turned on.
When the display is running, U6 is used to indicate the baud rate number the
controller is using. Refer to the table below.
U6 Baud Rate Table
1= 2400 2= 4800 3= 9600 4= 19,200
JUMPERS
J1, J2 = Receive mode selection jumper. J1 = Current Loop, J2 = RS232, RS485/422
J3 = RS485/422 termination selection. ON = terminate, OFF = unterminated.
NOTE:The last display on the RS485 bus must have terminating jumpers installed,
and the displays in the middle of the bus must have terminating jumpers removed.
J4 = RS485 2-wire or 4-wire selection. ON = 2-wire (half duplex), OFF = 4-wire (full duplex).
J5 = RS485 2-wire or 4-wire selection. ON = 2-wire (half duplex), OFF = 4-wire (full duplex).
J6 = RS232 or RS485/422 selection.
Install for RS232, Remove for RS485/422 or Current Loop.
CONNECTORS
P5 = USB connector – Used for Firmware (Operating Software) Updating
P6 = 18 terminal connector for serial cable connections. Refer to Figure No. 14.
P7 = Program (In System Programming) connector
P15 = Two pin connector for Day/Night sensor.
P17 = Power and display board connector
SWITCHES
S1 = (+) Used during programming to increment to the next parameter value.
S2 = (MODE) Press to begin Setup and Configuration mode. During setup, press to
advance to the next setup parameter.
S3 = (−) Used during programming to decrement to the previous parameter value.

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SERIAL CABLE INSTALLATION
RS-232
1. Loosen the gland connector for the serial cable. The gland connector for the serial cable
is located on the bottom of the enclosure. Refer to Figure No. 3 for an illustration of the
gland connector layout.
2. Slip the cable through the gland connector and into the enclosure.
3. Remove 2 inches (50 mm) of the outer insulation jacket from the cable then remove 1/4
inch (6.35 mm) of insulation from each of the wires.
4. Referring to Figure No. 14 for the location of the terminal block and correct terminal
connections, connect each of the wires to the terminal block.
5. After all terminations have been made, remove any excess cable from the enclosure and
securely tighten the cable gland connector. Finger-tighten only! DO NOT USE TOOLS!
6. Install Receive mode jumper J2 and J6 for RS-232 operation. Remove current loop
mode jumper, J1.
Figure No. 15
SB600 Internal
circuitry shown.